Highway Faults (blocked drains, potholes, etc) can be reported online: http://www.devon.gov.uk/index/transportroads/roads/road_maintenance.htm The system enables you to plot the location of the defect onto a map, enter notes about the nature and extent of the fault. Alternatively, telephone 0845 155 1004 and give the fault information or email <[email protected]>
USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS
LUPPITT
Parish Council: Chairman, Gavin Brake 892767
Clerk: Mrs Tracy Bell 01823 681138
Village Hall: Chairman: Brian Pulman 891324
Secretary: Mary Joyce 891328
Commoners: Secretary : Gavin Brake 892767
Footpaths : Julia Sparks 891659
Luppitt Wives: Mrs Jean Hooper: 892969
Youth Club: Julia Crabb: 01404 891192
PCC secretary: Wendy Watson 891959
Church Administrator: Mrs Karen Davies 890121 (9:30 to 10:30 am)
Churchwardens: Brian Pulman 891324
John Arbuthnott 891032
Mothers Union: Olive Clapp MBE 891386
Captain of Bellringers: Pearl Pulman 891324
Cricket Club: S Berry 891268
Luncheon Club: Jean Hooper 892969
Hartridge Buddhist Monastery: 891251
OTHER
Honiton Police: 08452 777444 or 101 Crimestoppers:: 0800 555111 Blackdown Practice: Dunkeswell 891861 Blackdown Support Group: (Hemyock) 01823 681036 Honiton Medical Centre : 548544 Honiton Hospital: 540540 Dev.Air Ambulance: 01392 466666 TRIP: 46529: community transport C.A.B.: 44213 Honiton Library: 41212 Traveline: 0870 608 2 608
To get in touch with your MP - Write: Neil Parish MP House of Commons London SW1A 0AA Telephone: 0207 219 7172 email: [email protected] Local Constituency Agent: Lucille Baker 01395 233503 [email protected]
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Why Wear a Poppy
Why do I wear a poppy, you ask.
Well, I will tell you why. I wear my poppy as a sign of thanks
As the soldiers go marching by.
Why do I wear a poppy, you say. And what earthly good can it do.
I wear my poppy as a sign that I care As the soldiers go marching by.
Why do you wear a poppy, I ask, Did you lose a Bill, Joe or Jack?
Let’s all wear a poppy as we sing of respect For those soldiers who’ll never march back.
So don’t ask why I wear a poppy,
There’s no need for “who”, “when”, or “why” It’s just to say “Thanks, Tommy Atkins”
And the soldiers They keep marching by.
(Many thanks to Joy Tofts for this.)
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LUPPITT PARISH COUNCILLUPPITT PARISH COUNCILLUPPITT PARISH COUNCILLUPPITT PARISH COUNCIL
Clerks summary of the Minutes for a meeting of Luppitt Parish Council held
in the Village Hall on Tuesday 4 th October 2011 at 8pm.
Letter of resignation has been received from Cllr Julia Sparks from both the parish council and her role as P3 Co-ordinator. Parish Councillors expressed their gratitude for Cllr Sparks input to the council and will send a letter of thanks for all the hard work she has done in the parish especially as P3 footpaths warden. PLANNING http://planning.eastdevon.gov.uk/PublicAccess/tdc/DcApplication/applicat on_searchform.aspx for full details
Decisions 11/1804/FUL Turf House (land adjoining) – permission granted for construction of freestanding solar photovoltaic array (with conditions)
HIGHWAYS AND TRAFFIC Highways – issues to report – there are two deep potholes one at Jacks House heading south and one between Luppitt cross roads and Windsor Farm. There are several potholes between Higher Wick and Barn both more than four inches deep. It is understood that someone from Highways has looked at the drains reported last meeting, clerk to ask if there is any news on when these will be jetted. The verges have just been cut, and although the first cut was good, the second cut has not been done in an effective manner. The hedges at the A30 junction have been cut, clerk to thank the owners for their help in improving the visibility. Salt bins – clerk to chase the funding application for the salt bins, if this is successful then it would be preferable to have the funding towards these than the salt spreader. Members of the public have expressed a strong opinion about retaining a salt bin at Mountstephens that location, so it will be left where it is. It was agreed to request five tonnes of salt from DCC under the snow warden scheme. Ford Bridge – Cllr Tucker has spoken to the land owner and who is to have a look at whether he thinks it should be cleared.
ENVIRONMENT/COMMUNITY FACILITIES Boundaries Commission – review of parliamentary constituencies in England consultation closes 5th December 2011 http://consultation.boundarycommissionforengland.independent.gov.uk/ The 2013 Review of Parliamentary constituency boundaries will introduce substantial
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changes. It will reduce the number of constituencies in England from 533 to 502 and make sure that each constituency has a similar number of registered electors. DCC Waste Core Strategy Bulletin received which provides details of the forthcoming 'call for sites' exercise circulated by email. There is a new Police non- emergency number 101, this will be for information, reporting non urgent crimes and to speak to local officers. The email for the same is [email protected] in an emergency you must still call 999 (for information) Dates for next meetings – 8pm Tuesday 1st November 2011 Luppitt Village Hall 8pm Tuesday 6th December 2011 Luppitt Village Hall
LUPPITT PARISH COUNCIL
A casual vacancy has arisen for a parish councillor , if you are able to attend an evening meeting on the first Tuesday of the
month (plus occasional additional training and other events as arise) and like to take an active interest in community issues we would like
to hear from you! Full training and support offered.
The parish also requires a Footpath Warden , this involves handling a budget provided by DCC to maintain and improve footpath access in the parish identifying what needs doing and instructing work. Full training and support offered. EDDC are looking for recycling and waste champions in the area. Please contact the clerk if you are interested in representing the parish on this matter. Please call or email the clerk Tracey Bell 01823 681138 [email protected] for more information or to apply for any of the above posts as soon as possible
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DUMPDON COMMONERS.
There will be a meeting on Wednesday 9th November
at 7-30pm at the Luppitt Inn for all
Dumpdon Commoners.
Derek Hooper 892969.
The Dumpdon Hill Commoners AGM
will be held in the Luppitt Inn on
Wed 9th November at 8pm.
David Barlow
Message from Geraldine Uniacke May I, through the Packet, thank everyone involved in keeping our lovely churchyard looking so neat and tidy. It always feels so peaceful when visiting there. Thank you once again.
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November 9th Village Hall 11:15 11:45 November 23rd Village Hall 11:15 11:45
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LUPPITT WIVES GROUP.
Our next meeting will be on Thursday 17th November at Mrs Joan Beckett's Cuckoo Cottage at 8pm. When she will be some cooking. SKITTLES EVENING. Our skittles evening will be on Saturday 19th November at 8pm at the Village Hall, PLEASE let me know if you are coming.
Jean Hooper 892969.
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LUPPITT YOUTH CLUB
Unfortunately since my report in last month’s Luppitt Packet, we have had to change dates and rota plans for Youth Club sessions during November. Please take note of new dates :- Dates and Rota for November Friday 4th November – ‘Normal Session’ - Village Hall 6-8 pm Rota: Julia & Wanda Friday 25th November – ‘YC Quiz Night!’ – Village Hall 6-8 pm Rota: Mandy & Graham Julia Crabb Chairman
Baby and Toddler
Soft Play Session
This group meets in the Village Hall on Tuesdays
Term time only at 1.30-3.15 pm
All welcome! For further information, Please contact Maria 891058.
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WELL WISHES A local farmer wisely said " it’s a funny thing water, either you have
too much or not enough and either way it’s in the wrong place". So it is
at Riggles Farmhouse just now that our deep spring feeding our well
water has dried up, along with the channels that feed the ponds.
Wonderfully, two different locals worked together to help us get a full
water bowser here so we have something to keep us afloat!
Many are surprised to hear this news apart from those who depend on
well water. A friend at Hemyock is switching from well water to mains
and water companies are having a busy time. Wonder just how many new
pipes are being laid or replaced by Wessex water in the local
environment and you can't help but think about the new housing
developments and their impact. It seems the Devon water table is low,
despite the feeling that its been damp. In fact, folk restoring a mill
at Stapely couldn't get their mill pond cleared of mud as there weren't
enough consecutive days without rain.
However, rainfall is low here and we've had two dry springs in a row. A
talk at Blackdown Hills Gardening Club this year did warn after careful
analysis that Blackdown Hills would struggle with water during this
changing climate. Luckily there is enough local knowledge and wisdom to
help us fall back on the springline mires still running in the woodland
and an emergency team are working here today. Our salads are being
delivered today as usual and we hope the guests booked in for half term
will have running water!
Still, there have always been changes in the springs and wells so lets
hope and pray for the rain and water needed to sustain life on this
precious earth. Anyone else in the parish or environs are welcome to
contact us to let us know about your watery tales.
Lesley Rogan
Blackdown Hills Transition Group-supporting local resilience and brilliance
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Garden Jottings by D.Street
I walked in the woods today, taking the Packet across to
Rawridge. Crisp October leaves crunched under foot. Sunlight filtered down through jaded foliage. Scattered acorns and hazel nuts
pattered onto the ground. Here and there a hurrying squirrel wove across high branches. Sticky warmth was everywhere - an October
day like no other.
At home squirrel families seem to have abandoned us now for a good few weeks. They have forsaken their peanut boxes, their
peanuts left spurned and uneaten. Only occasional shrieking squabbles in high branches announce, “We are still here”. And the
occasional brief sighting. The ground has been littered with hazel nuts for some weeks,
and that is probably the answer. Now too acorns are carpeting the ground - squirrels’ boundless plenty. Usually they are running round
hiding peanuts or burying peanuts. Every plant tub has had a sprouting peanut seedling.
Or have they been struck down by some bubonic squirrel plague? Too many "squirrels" here. There must be another word for
them - a word in -ine, like feline or equine. Must see if I can find one sometime.
This year too we have lost our moles. After ten or so moleless years, recently the garden had suffered a mole onslaught. They were
quite a nuisance. You could even watch while one of your favourite plants heaved up and suffered a mini earthquake. This year the dry
spring may have sent the worms they feed on too deep, and the earth became too dry and hard. Or perhaps they sensed JCS padding about
on the prowl. Maybe they've just moved on to pastures new. Well, they're welcomed to, nimbywise.
The ground may be littered with wild acorns, and blackthorns may be blue with sloes. But apples and pears and plums have also
cropped well, although some sort of fungus got to the apples and
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crabs. As for the small plums dropping like manna on to the hens, they love them, and there's often a fight.
Spring 2011 was warm and dry and sunny, but summer 2011 was cool and cloudy and damp. So while spring fruit set, summer
crops in the poly did not do so well. Tomatoes and cucumbers were very successful, but the melons and peppers Jacki tried out were poor,
and the squashes decided not to bother with flowers, let alone fruit. Despite the warmth of early October gardens seem well past
their best. Yet at Budgell’s, my last port of call that strange October morning, splendid marigolds shone glistening orange in the sun -
simple and ordinary is often the best. And now summer is coming to an end - in the words of Philip
Wynne - a darkening sky, a gathering storm, the fiery red of an autumn dawn.
(quoted from Evergreen)
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Over 60’s Luncheon Club
November 10th 2011
Glass of Sherry
Beef Casserole with Dumplings Potatoes
Seasonal Vegetables
Lemon Meringue Pie.
Tea & Coffee
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We had a very good attendance for our October meeting which was held at the meeting room at the Sidmouth Arms in Upottery. We had a very lively talk given by Mrs Chloe Brice on the life of John Coleridge Patteson, known as Coley. There is a monument to Patteson by the old A30 at the Feniton crossroads, and also a carving in the pulpit in Exeter Cathedral of his death and another at Merton College. He was born 1 April, 1827 and was educated at King’s School, Ottery St Mary, Eton and Balliol College, Oxford. After his schooling he did the Grand Tour of Europe and then became vicar of the little church at Alfington. He was influenced by Bishop Selwyn to become a missionary to the South Seas. While at school he was a good sportsman especially in Cricket and tennis, but was very academic and mastered many foreign languages. This was a gift he was able to use to good advantage as the Solomon Islands had different dialects and local languages on every island. She contrasted his life in England to how he would have to live in Melanesia in the 19th century. His health suffered many times due to the climate and he would have to take a rest but that was when he could translate the Bible into their language. He toured the islands many times in the sailing ship “The Southern Cross” the first time being in 1856. After 6 years he became a bishop and also founded a school for boys. He was murdered by the natives but no one quite understands why. His body was found, floating in a canoe, wrapped in a reed cloak, with 5 spear wounds. He is remembered in the church calendar on 20 September. Mrs Brice is a member of “The Brothers of Melanesia”, and keeps in touch with the work going on there. The MU does a lot of work especially with battered women. They have a “Safe House” for the women but they usually return to their village however the MU raises funds so that they go home with £100 to - pay for their shame. The prayer group will meet at Bridgend, the home of Jean Jones on Tuesday, 1 November. Next meeting is at Little Chem, Olive Clapp’s home on Monday, 21 November, 2:30 pm when our speaker will be Mr Fred Sage speaking on Zambia.
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The LUPPITT PLAYERS
are pleased to announce their forthcoming production of:-
“ THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS “ or
“ A TOAD in a HOLE “
A pantomime by Lee Baddock and Chris Kirby
February 3rd 4th & 5 th in the Village Hall This Panto version of Kenneth Grahame’s classic story stars …….No, that would be telling! Suffice to say that the ‘thespians’ of Luppitt will do their
best to entertain you to an evening of song, laughter and fun!
Tickets from Carol Sumner ~ 01404 44819
Why not buy Tickets as a Christmas Gift ?
Quiz Night 12th November
Teams of six
Supper and bar
Names to Jean
Hooper please
01404 892969
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Meet Your Friends and Neighbours
at the
The Luppitt Packet
Bring & Buy Coffee Morning Mince Pies at
Entrance £1 Dolish Farmhouse Raffle On
Thursday, 1st December
10.30 to 12.00 noon
By kind invitation of Mr & Mrs Soar
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CALLING ALL LUPPITT
CHILDREN
YOU ARE INVITED TO LUPPITT
CHILDRENS CHRISTMAS PARTY
DATE: SATURDAY 10TH DECEMBER 2011
TIME: 4PM TIL 6PM
PLACE: LUPPITT VILLAGE HALL
TO SECURE YOUR PLACE PLEASE CALL
MANDY ON 01404 44783
OR EMAIL <[email protected]>
before 26th November
Music and Movement for Children.
Luppitt Village Hall. Wednesdays, term time only.
Starts at 9.30 am with approximately 45 minutes of singing and dancing.
Price is only £1.00 per child, to include a drink and a biscuit, also coffee or tea for the adults.
From babies till school age.
Any enquires contact Maria
01404 891058.
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All we need is Love Mike and I have been fortunate enough to be a guest at four weddings over the last six months. All were different, even though all were church weddings, which is unusual in itself these days as castles, beaches and football grounds become the favoured place for couples to tie the knot and formal marriage itself seems to be falling increas-ingly out of favour. Yet in all the different styles of marriage service, both secular and religious, what ever form of words is used and vows made, the promise to love each other is always at the heart of it. What does this word “Love” mean? I can say I love my husband, my children, my God but equally I can say I love sunny weather and fish and chips but I do not mean the same thing. The New Testament, written in Greek, is much more helpful as different words are used for different kinds if love. The first is “eros” which means desire, passion, strong sexual attraction. We get our word “erotic” from it. I’m sure my four young married couples felt plenty of that kind of love. The second is “philios” which has more of the connation of friendship, sharing enjoyment at doing things together. Many of our lei-sure pursuits have “phil” as part of our name for them e.g. bibliophile – a person who loves reading and books. Both of these types of love are emotions and require little conscious effort. The third type of love “agape” is one that requires an act of will as well as emotion. It is the type of love that puts the other person first, the type that carries on loving even when it is difficult. This sort of love is what is needed when times get tough; when unemployment or ill health strike. It is loving the unlovely as Mother Theresa did when caring for the dying untouchables on the Indian streets. This is the kind of love that Christ showed when he died on the cross for our sins, and that is meant in the first chapter of St Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, which is probably the most popular of Bible readings for weddings: “Love is always patient and kind; it is never jealous; love is never boastful or conceited; it is never rude or selfish; it does not take offence, and is not resentful. Love takes no pleasure in other people's sins but delights in the truth; it is always ready to excuse, to trust, to hope, and to endure whatever comes. Love does not come to an end.” Jean Jones St Mary’s Church, Luppitt
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APPOINTMENT OF NEW RECTOR
We are pleased to announce that following interviews held on the 6th
October 2011, the Reverend Rik Peckham has been appointed as the
new Rector of the Dunkeswell Mission Community comprising the par-
ishes of Dunkeswell, Broadhembury, Luppitt, Sheldon and Upottery.
The Reverend Rik Peckham is currently Team Vicar in the Sid Valley
Team Ministry, and whilst the date is yet to be announced, is likely to
join us in February 2012.
The Churchwardens.
DUNKESWELL MISSION COMMUNITY
Comprising the parishes of Dunkeswell, Broadhembury, Luppitt, Sheldon and Upottery
Are pleased to announce that they now have a website for the Churches listing events and services and keeping you updated with what’s going on in
your parish Church.
Have a look on www.dunkeswell.org.uk
You can all be sure of a warm welcome, so join us at any of the upcoming services or events
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Forthcoming Services at St Mary's
Sunday 6 November 11:00 am Book of Common Prayer Holy Communion
Sunday 13 November 10:50 am Remembrance Day Family Service
Sunday 20 November 6:00 pm Common Worship Holy Communion
Sunday 27 November 11:00 am Family Service
Sunday 4 December 11:00 am Book of Common Prayer Holy Communion
Other Services in the Mission Community
St Nicholas’ Dunkeswell St James the Greater Sheldon
St Mary the Virgin Upottery
Sunday 6 November
11:00 am CW Morning Prayer
9:30 am BCP Holy Communion
11:00 am CW Holy Communion
Sunday 13 November
10:50 am Remembrance Service
10:00 am Remembrance Service
11:00 am Remembrance Service
Sunday 20 November
11:00 am CW Holy Communion
9:30 am BCP Holy Communion
11:00 am Morning Prayer 6:00 pm Reflections
Sunday 27 November
9:30 am BCP Morning Prayer
9:30 am BCP Holy Communion
11:00 am CW Holy Communion
Sunday 4 December
11:00 am CW Morning Prayer
9:30 am Family Service
11:00 am CW Holy Communion
every Wednesday
9:00 am Morning Prayer
Please remember …
The church is open every day for private prayer
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Church cleaning and flower rota
5 November Carole Thorne & Jean Hooper
12 November Wendy Clapp & Pearl Pulman
19 November Iris Selway & Mary Joyce
26 November Christine Page-Turner & Olive Clapp
3 December Shirley Crabb & Beryl Hardwick
CHALLENGE TO COMMITMENT
During November, collectors will be calling on houses in the parish on behalf of St Mary’s Church.
The money raised is put towards the upkeep of our beautiful church; and it’s true to say that without your generosity, the church funds would be very strained indeed. Not everyone is aware that, in addition to our work in this parish, we also support a range of charities, locally, nationally and internationally.
If you miss our collectors and would like to contribute, do please give me a call.
Also, please remember that you can give by Gift Aid if you pay tax on your income. This will allow us to reclaim tax from the Inland Revenue at a rate equivalent to 25p for every pound donated.
Your support is very much appreciated.
Philip Watson (PCC Treasurer) 891959
Remembrance Day Service Sunday, 13 November Please meet at the War Memorial at 10:50 am
New Mission Community website
www.dunkeswell.org.uk
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The Event: Hedge laying day course
Dates: 12 Nov 11 Location: Yarcombe/Stockland area
Learn the traditional skill of hedge laying with experienced instructors from the Blackdown Hills Hedge Laying Association. Hedge laying creates materials for crafts and habitats for wildlife as well as providing barriers and shelter for stock.
9.30am - 4pm
Cost: £30. Booking required via the BHHA website at http://bhha.info/
Location: Yarcombe/Stockland area.
For more information: Contact George Pidgeon on 01404 881634 / 07970 644631 or see http://bhha.info/
Blackdown HIlls Hedge Association
The Event: Map reading for beginners
Dates: 19 Nov 11 Location: Membury village hall
Learn the basics of map reading with Tim Pitcher of the Blackdown Hills Walking Group. An introduction to reading Ordnance Survey maps, orientating yourself in the landscape and navigating safely. After an indoor workshop, try out your skills on a short walk in the Membury area.
9.30 - 12 noon Cost: Adults £5. Under 18s £3. Booking essential.
Location: Membury village hall. Map ref: ST 276 030
For more information: Contact the Blackdown Hills AONB office on 01823 680681 or email [email protected]
Suitable for children over 10. Walk level C.
Blackdown Hills AONB
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Christmas
Shopping Evening
Upottery Primary School
Thursday 10th November From 7.30pm
£1 entry fee
Drinks & Nibbles Provided
Support your local retailers &
craftspeople
All proceeds raised go to PTFA
funds, supporting the school
Enquiries Tel: 07740973990
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RIGGLES HILL NATURE NIGHTS
Riggles Hill Nature Nights start here on Tues 12th July
and every 2nd Tues of the month
Next Date: November 8th 2011, 7-9:30pm
Location: Riggles Farm House
Grid Ref: ST 18247 09317
Cost: £10. Booking required (10 people maximum)
Phone us to book or for more info 07596 511355
Further detail:
Join us on Tuesday evening to be surrounded by wonderful Woodland. In the beautiful setting
of Riggles Hill we will explore the theme of our Five Senses in the Woodland. Meet outside
Riggles Farm House by the front door and we'll walk together with Lynne Kenderdine, a
naturalist & shiatsu practitioner, along with Lesley Rogan, facilitator and reiki master. Park
behind the old pink barn on the left as you approach the farm house.
All adults welcome. Please bring a torch and come dressed for all weathers with sensible shoes, plenty of layers and waterproofs. We’ll end the evening around a fire
with a cuppa.
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Injuries old and new.
Flexible appointment times 01884 266107
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INCLUDING:
FRENCH POLISHING AND REPAIRS
CALL: IAN WEDERELL
MOBILE 07732 549414
OR 01404 891571
www.manorantiquesrestorations.co.uk ELLISHAYES, COMBE RALEIGH, HONITON
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DELVE electrical Approved engineers and contractors
Free Estimates
Domestic, Agricultural & Industrial Installations
& Maintenance
Economy 7 Heating, Spares & Repairs
For all your Electrical Needs, Large or Small
Unit 1, Devonshire Way, Heath Park, Honiton.
Tel: 01404 42958 Fax: 01404 46335
E-mail: [email protected]
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Beautifully Hand Crafted Wedding,
Birthday, & Celebration Cakes
designed especially for you!
Cakes for any occasion.
For more details contact Sandra
www.Flutterbycakes.com
01404 891031 mob 077099 3911
10 Millrise Luppitt
Flutterby Cakes
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PLAGUED BY MOLES? Call Mr Mole Man 30 years experience of mole control - Impressive results No harmful chemicals Very reasonable fees
Eric Ryder
01404 892880
Contemporary Casual Wear and Accessories
We are situated in the heart of Sidmouth in a beautiful location opposite
St Nicholas church. Mia offers all our customers a friendly shopping experience
in a relaxed atmosphere.
We offer a number of high quality ranges including Out of Xile, Noa Noa, Nougat,
Dranella and Pilgrim.
10% off all non sale items with this advertisement
7 Church Street
Sidmouth
Ex10 8L
01395 519050
Member of The British Traditional Molecatchers Association.
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CUSTOM WOODWORKING,
CARPENTRY & JOINERY
TRADITIONAL AND CAD/CNC DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION.
YOUR DESIRES IN WOOD REALISED.
FROM BOOKSHELVES TO BOOKCASES. FROM WINDOWS TO
WARDROBES AND FROM TRINKET BOXES TO BESPOKE FURNITURE.
WHEN THE JOB REQUIRES JUST THAT LITTLE BIT OF EXTRA CARE
AND ATTENTION CALL:-
PETE WHITE
01404 892869
Upottery Pre-School is situated in the grounds of the recently refurbished Upottery village school, which ensures a secure, safe environment for all the children.
The Pre-School has recently celebrated a successful OFSTED inspection and the children attending our pre-school were shown to be making, 'good progress and
achieve standards above those typical for their age’.
The Pre-School runs Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9:15am till 12 noon, with the option of a lunch club till 1pm, on Wednesdays and Fridays we are open all day till 3pm
and children are taken from 2 ½ years old.
We also run parent, baby and toddler sessions on a Monday (with music) from 2.15 – 4pm and on a Thursday from 2-4pm. All are welcome.
For more information about Upottery Pre-School please call Abi Few on 01404 861705
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The Aviator Press Release:
The Aviator coffee bar and restaurant is due to open on
the 8th October 2011. Formally known as the Dunkeswell Air Centre, The Aviator will have a fairly substantial re-fit and re-model. The Aviator will be split into a Coffee Bar and a Restaurant. The Coffee Bar,
opening on the 8th of October, an aviation themed Costa Coffee style coffee bar and take away. Freshly made soups, sandwiches, breakfasts, cakes etc will be available for eating in or take away.
The restaurant will be opening on the 1st of November 2011. Comfortable fine dining with good service is our aim. Many of our dishes will be our interpretation of
variety of traditional dishes. We can cater for weddings, functions and Christmas parties.
Members of the Flying schools, Skydive Centre, and Businesses on the airfield will be giving a discount
loyalty card.
We look forward to seeing you there and hope to satisfy your culinary expectations
Contact Andrew Lovemore for further information. Tel: 07976304760
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The Event: Fabulous fungi photography
Dates: 05 Nov 11 Location: Yarcombe
Join wildlife photographer Dan Bryan and expert mycologist Dr David Allen to discover the fascinating fungi of the Blackdown Hills. Take a close look at the amazing variety of fungi at our feet, and learn how to capture the magic of mushrooms in your photographs. There will be a brief talk at the pub, followed by a mushroom hunt in local woodland.
10.30am - 1pm Cost: Adults £5. Under 18s £3. Tea and coffee available separately. Booking essential. Location: Yarcombe Inn, Yarcombe, EX14 9BD For more information: Contact the Blackdown Hills AONB office on 01823 680681 or email [email protected]
Suitable for children over 12.
Blackdown Hills AONB
The Event: Letter carving with Michael Fairfax
Dates: 12 Nov 11 Location: Young Wood, Staple Fitzpaine
A day in the forest with artist Michael Fairfax, learning how to design and carve lettering in wood. Bring along some words - a piece of poetry, a house name, or anything - and Michael will show you how to turn it into a relief carving. No experience required - all tools, materials and instruction provided.
10am - 4pm Cost: £40. Booking required.
Location: Young Wood, Staple Fitzpaine
For more information: To book a place please phone the Neroche office on 01823 680846, or email [email protected]. For more details visit http://www.nerochescheme.org/
No obstructions or barriers (eg steps or stiles) Toilet on site (compost only) Accessible by public transport
Neroche
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November 1st Parish Council, Village Hall, 8pm
November 2nd Social Club, Village Hall, 8pm
November 4th Friday Market, Village Hall, 11am-1pm
November 5th Dance, Village Hall, 7.30pm, J Edwards for details, 01404 42313.
November 9th Social Club, Village Hall, 8pm
November 10th Luncheon Club, Village Hall, 12.30pm.
November 11th Friday Market, Village Hall, 11am-1pm
November 12th Quiz Night, Village Hall, 8pm see p 13
November 16th Social Club, Village Hall, 8pm
November 18th Friday Market, Village Hall, 11am-1pm
November 19th Luppitt Wives Group Skittles, Village Hall, 8pm
November 23rd Social Club, Village Hall, 8pm
November 25th Friday Market, Village Hall, 11am-1pm
November 26th Dance, Village Hall, 7.30pm, J Edwards for details, 01404 42313.
November 30th Social Club, Village Hall, 8pm
December
December 1st—Packet Coffee morning. See p14 December 3rd—Upottery Christmas Market, Manor Rooms, 10am-12noon.
Luppitt Packet is printed by A Dimond & Co. Honiton
CONTENTS
Church Services . . . . . . . ........................... 18 Luncheon Club ......................................... 11 Mobile Library Times. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5 Mother’s Union ......................................... 12 Garden Jottings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Youth Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Parish Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 What’s On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14, 15 Luppitt Wives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CONTRIBUTIONS
Copy for the December/January issue is invited by November 20th. The Luppitt Packet is put together by
Lindsey Dalgety, Whites Plot, Luppitt, EX14 4RZ 01404 891560 : email <[email protected]>
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EDITORIAL BOARD
David Street Joan Beckett
Lindsey Dalgety Carol Scott
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The Editor’s decision is final.
The Luppitt Packet is published ten times a year, and is delivered to most households in
the Parish of Luppitt.
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Hotel-Restaurant-Bar-Weddings-Conferences-Banqueting
Now taking bookings for Christmas
Carol Singing
Monday 5th December £7.95 per person
Includes Hot Buffet
Proceeds to the local Church Funds
Christmas Party
Available Dec 1st – December 24th
3 Course Menu inc. Coffee and Mints
Monday – Friday Lunch/Monday – Thursday Dinner £19.95
Friday and Saturday – Party Night £24.95
Prices held for the third year running
New Year’s Eve Dinner
3 course candle-lit dinner
£39.95 per person
WINTER WARMER LUNCH
Two Courses £9.95/Three Courses £12.95 per person
SUNDAY CARVERY 12 – 3PM
One course £8.95/Two Courses £12.45/Three Courses £15.95
Bar and Restaurant
Open daily to non-residents serving snacks, light lunches and a la carte menu
Pop in anytime to enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in beautiful surroundings
Visit our website www.lakeviewmanor.co.uk for all available offers
Lakeview Manor, Dunkeswell, Honiton, EX14 4SH
Tel: 01404 891358/891287 Fax: 01404 891109