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[raysmithstudio]

North Devon Mini Rally 2022

My first YouTube video on the new channel

[genesispr]

At the time of publication, the total collected amounted to £17,601.

Blessed with fine weather and officially known as The Legendary Grand Tour - The Lyn Valley leg of the famous North Devon Mini Run, the event attracted crowds of enthusiasts over the three days beginning with Northam, Westward Ho!, and Appledore.

[nbmsports]

Visitors Briefly Trapped at Former Home of Agatha Christie

In “And Then There Were None,” the classic novel by Agatha Christie, 10 people are invited to a mansion on a remote island, cut off from the rest of the world. A mystery follows.Life somewhat imitated art on Friday when a large tree fell into a single-track road in the southwestern coastal town of Brixham in Britain, trapping several people for a few hours at Greenway House, the former holiday home of Christie, the author of dozens of best-selling mystery novels who died in 1976.The National Trust, the conservation nonprofit that oversees Greenway House, said in a statement on Friday that the fallen tree was “blocking any traffic entering or exiting the area.”“We are working closely with police and highways to get this resolved quickly as possible,” the National Trust said. “We are aware that there are visitors, staff and volunteers still at Greenway unable to leave and we are doing everything we can to make sure they are comfortable while we all wait. We appreciate everyone’s patience during this time.”By the end of “And Then There Were None,” every guest at the mansion has died. However, luckily for those trapped at Greenway House, the road was reopened in the evening, allowing visitors to leave, the National Trust said in a later update.It was unclear exactly how many people were at Christie’s former home, which is open for tours and overnight stays, when the tree fell. DevonLive, a news outlet in Britain that provided live updates of the incident, reported that more than 100 people were stuck.Caroline Heaven, who was at Greenway for a day trip on Friday, told DevonLive that she had arrived at 11:30 a.m., and had been stuck for hours.“It’s a shame really,” Ms. Heaven told the news outlet. “They are doing a great job. They are giving us free teas and things. It’s a bit bleak.”Greenway House might not have been only a holiday residence. It was also a source of inspiration for Christie’s novel “Dead Man’s Folly” featuring Hercule Poirot, in which a crime writer organizes a fake “murder hunt” on the grounds of a country home.Social media leaned in to the irony of being stuck in the home of the prolific mystery novelist. Several Twitter users began counting down, “99, 98, 97, 96, 94 (grisly), 93 … in an apparent reference to “And Then There Were None.”Marguerite Kenner wrote on Twitter that people at the house should “IMPLEMENT A BUDDY SYSTEM IMMEDIATELY!”The Devon and Cornwall Police did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Friday.Greenway House was referred to by Christie as “the loveliest place in the world,” according to National Trust. The house is filled with Christie’s heirlooms, including items from her childhood home and her Steinway piano, the organization said.The house also has a library of 5,000 books, including some by Christie, according to the National Trust. Source link Read the full article

[maypoleman1]

14th July

Exeter Lammas Fair

The Lammas Glove. Source: DevonLive website

On or about 14th July, the unusual Lammas Fair takes place in Exeter, in Devon. It is unusual because it does not take place on Lammas, which falls on 1st August. It is doubly curious because it is not actually a fair at all, but a procession through the streets of Exeter, led by a citizen holding a pole topped with a stuffed glove emerging from a ball of summer flowers. At the conclusion of the procession, the Mayor reads out the Lammas Fair Proclamation. Apparently there was a fair in Exeter centuries ago and for some reason even though the fair ceased to exist, its proclamation continued. The stuffed glove is supposed to represent the King’s protection of the event.

On this day in 1669, a winged dragon descended on Henham in Essex. It was reputed to be nine feet in length. The dragon seems to have caused no damage or harm and simply lay in the sun for an hour or two before flying off. Its visit was commemorated in a pamphlet and a local ale was brewed in the dragon’s honour, called Snakebite.

[southdevonshireholidays]

@DevonHolidaysUK and its property owners are proud supporters of the British Armed forces and its veterans. Via a small gesture, to show our gratitude and show our appreciation for the daily sacrifice that Armed Forces personnel, their families and its veterans face, we offer a 15% discount off all available breaks across off of its properties in South Devon. If you are a service member, or their direct family - or an armed forces veteran, and would like to take advantage of this offer, for find our more, please sent us a direct message, a member of our team would be more than willing to assist. Alternatively you email us via info@devonholidays.co.uk WhatsApp +44 7786555469 #armedforces #southdevon #devon #southwest #staycation #staycation22 #staycation2022 #finlake #finlakeresort #holidays #dogfriendly #petfriendly #petfriendlyholiday #royalmarines #royalnavy #holiday #summer #royalairforce  #familytime #hottub #visitdevon #dartmoor #dartmoornationalpark @visitsouthdevon #coast #britisharmy #staff #appreciatation #thankyou @devonlive @discounts_mod @complete_park_services_ @southwestcoastpath @devonlifemag @ilovedartmoor @lodge_nine_finlake #devoncoast @sas_uksf @royalmarines @royalnavy @britisharmy @royalairforceuk @rafredarrows @rafbensonofficial @rafodiham @royalairforcebrizenorton (at Finlake Holiday Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp3fcW-ItJo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[eaglesnick]

101 Things You Should Know About the UK Tory Government

Thing 52 

Mel Stride, in his previous role as a Treasury Minister, was forced to defend himself in 2019 for giving:

“‘partial and misleading answers to parliamentary questions’ in his ministerial role as financial secretary to the Treasury over the ‘loan charge’, an all-party parliamentary group of MPs has said.”  (Times Gazette: 18/04/19)

This scheme related to tens of thousands of individuals, many of them self-employed, which allowed the government to claim up to 20 years allegedly unpaid tax in one go, where they were ‘out of time’ under existing legislation. He was accused of:

‘dishonestly’ misleading MPs over  tax charges that drove people to suicide.” (DevonLive:09/04/19)

The ‘dishonest’ Mel Stride was appointed Secretary of State for Work and Pensions by Rishi Sunak and is now in charge of pensions legislation that according to the Institute of Fiscal Studies allows pensions to be used as:

“a vehicle for the wealthiest households” to slash their inheritance tax bill as they use other investments to provide income in retirement....Wealthy families use pension loopholes to avoid £1bn in inheritance tax."  (Telegraph: 15/12/22)

As usual, it’s one rule for the rich and another for ordinary workers.

[careersindesignjobs]

Junior Furniture Designer, Devon, £Negotiable, V03802

A new and exciting opportunity has come up for a Junior Furniture Designer to join this well-established company of furniture designers and makers who manufacture custom made furniture for high-end residential projects in the UK and abroad.

Main areas of responsibility for the Junior Furniture Designer include: Client liaison; Design Development; Site Surveys; Researching and integrating fittings; Producing presentation and working drawings to the highest standards; Briefing makers and regular visits to workshop to ensure work is being made as intended.

With a qualification in Furniture Design / Manufacture to HND or Degree level or similar you’ll have good knowledge of AutoCAD or SolidWorks for producing working drawings. A basic understanding of furniture production methods and materials will also be needed and some experience of making furniture would be advantageous.

Salary is negotiable plus pension. If the location and job are of interest please contact Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details, or simply forward your application and CV / portfolio to recruit@careersindesign.com. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1072. All applications via our website will receive a reply.

[edgelarks]

Final call for @plougharts tonight! Our only #Devon gig for the foreseeable. Looking forward to seeing you all there later! #whatson #devonlive #devonlife #tour #duo #dobro #dobroplayer #fiddle #banjo #harmonica #beatbox #local (at The Plough Arts Centre) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVhwYfDs1vE/?utm_medium=tumblr

[lovejaydwon]

Tienes días buenos, tienes días malos, lo principal es crecer mentalmente / You have good days, you have bad days - the main thing is to grow mentally #darthmouth #dartmouthdevon #devon #devonigers #devonlive #devonlife #igers #picoftheday #fotodeldia #fotografia #southwest #southwestcoastpath #coastpath #otoño #misty #mistymorning #fromthesky #dji #drone #england #inglaterra (at Dartmouth, Devon) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTpjoCns3_V/?utm_medium=tumblr

[publicist-press]

Devon and Cornwall Police are continuing their investigation into the incident which saw officers called out to J.H. Taylor Drive in Northam, Bideford, at around 11.40am on Monday (January 11) following concerns for the welfare of a woman at an address there.

Full story

[markfowlerimages-com]

The Moon and Lunar Surface. A great night of photography, managed to find a clear 20 minutes, before the cloud rolled in. Managed to get some really close shots and Especially on the right side. Plus a few lights, stationary and moving. #themoon #moonphotography #moonphotography🌙 #moonphotography🌙📷 #lunar #lunarsurface #nikonphotography #nikon #nikonuk #nikonp1000 #nikonp1000zoom #nikonp100 #northdevon #devonlive #barnstaple https://www.instagram.com/p/CF60yrKAQ7f/?igshid=ak0r4bmdd9ta

[biffenskitchen]

🤪Voted the top 5 breakfast in Devon from @devonlive 😘A massive thanks to @oceanpitch who took me on this and allow all to happen! ➖➖➖➖➖➖ Here is what they said: Opting for a slightly different approach Biffen’s kitchen is actually served in a street food shack on camping site Ocean Pitch in Croyde. Definitely an ideal location for holiday goers with stunning views overlooking Croyde beach and a short walk to the local town. George, owner and chef takes the time to talk to the customers and inform them about all the locally sourced ingredients, many of which commented on how fresh the food was. It has been voted best restaurant in Croyde and had 137 reviews on trip advisor with 35 of them being excellent. Unfortunately, Biffen’s kitchen is shut for winter and will reopen in April 2020 with many eager regulars counting down. #biffenskitchen #devonlive #breakfastideas (at Croyde Bay, North Devon) https://www.instagram.com/p/B42fNEMgf_g/?igshid=1nfj5xpp1srlv

[genesispr]

Sponsor of the event, lifestyle brand Old Guys Rule, commented: “Saying the phrase ‘Proud Sponsors of…’ is a bit of a cliché, but in this instance, it couldn’t be truer. Sponsorship is about putting your reputation and name on the line for someone else and we didn’t hesitate to support the Lundy Flyer guys."

[skatewine]

Reposted from @plank.tom - Fruits of labour. A few years back, I picked up a bit of momentum on a wheel that was originally turned by @robayton and got lobbying for a new skatepark for Bideford. Long story short, it's coming together thanks to the guys tagged in the pic and Torridge Council. #bidefordskatepark @canvas_sps #skatepark #skateboarding #fuckingyes #bideford #devonlive #devon #bidefirdbidebideford #heaven (at Bideford, Devon) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bw_ndAdli8K/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ur0u2v2elnf3

[hodgsonschimneysweeps]

Danny Hodgson shares his thoughts with DevonLive

Danny Hodgson shares his thoughts with DevonLive

Hi all very quick Blog. Click the link below to see Dannys thoughts on the future of trades and chimney sweeps specifically post lockdown!

https://www.devonlive.com/news/devon-news/how-your-chimney-sweep-look-4112620

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Sir Ian McKellen to reopen Devon theatre under new management

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A giant of stage and screen will reopen one of Devon's most recognisable theatres as a new management company takes the reins.

Sir Ian McKellen will perform his one-man show "Tolkien, Shakespeare and You!" at the Landmark Theatre in Ilfracombe in March.

What's more, all the proceeds from the show are being donated to the theatre and will be used to refurbish the bar and restaurant.

It's all part of the big plans for both the Landmark and Queens Theatre in Barnstaple which will soon be run by a new company.

Selladoor Worldwide have successfully tendered to run the North Devon Theatres for the next 10 years, taking over from Parkwood Theatres in January 2019.

Both theatres had been run by a charitable trust until January 2017 when they closed suddenly and the North Devon Theatres Trust went into administration.

Dozens of employees were left without jobs and more than 1,500 ticket holders were left out of pocket.

Parkwood Theatres initially took over the management of the theatres in April 2017 but their contract was extended to January 2019.

Despite tendering for the contract to run the theatres, Parkwood were unsuccessful and Selladoor Worldwide will now take over next year.

Founded by avid theatre fans David Hutchinson and Philip Rowntree, Selladoor Worldwide has big plans for the theatres - particularly the Landmark Theatre in Ilfracombe.

Speaking to Devon Live, Philip Rowntree said he was very excited about the Landmark - which was famously compared to Madonna's bra when it first opened.

He said: "The Landmark is one of the most beautiful theatres in a stunning location.

"It is the perfect space for family theatre and drama and we are hoping to bring and develop lots of shows there. There will even be a chance for staff to get involved.

"We are well aware that there hasn't been much happening there for a while but we plan to really focus on that.

"Anyone could come along and book shows into the Queens Theatre but our excitement is really for the Landmark."

Philip says there is a "strong sense of family" in Ilfracombe and says Selladoor is keen to make the most of the theatre all-year round.

He said: "One of the first things we are planning to do is refurbish the bar and restaurant at the Landmark.

"We want to get it open regularly for people to enjoy - it has an unrivalled view.

"We plan to serve teas, coffees and simple food - and we won't be shutting the bar during the second act.

"We want people to stay with us and avoid the mass exodus to Wetherspoons.

" We also want to start talking to local beer, food and ice cream producers about how we can get their products into the theatres."

Another element which Selladoor hope to bring back to the Landmark is the community aspect.

Philip said: "We have already chatted to some key players in local community groups and theatre companies - we want them back in the theatre.

"We are open to theatre academy groups, maybe yoga classes or baby groups - anything like that really.

"We understand that the current prices (for renting the space) put a lot of people off, but we are hoping to make it a bit more affordable.

"The theatres belong to the people and if they feel they haven't got access to them then we haven't done our job properly.

"Neither theatre can survive with us just booking shows, that's not how it works.

"We need to engage with the community - we want them to use the buildings."

Selladoor also have plans for the more established Queens Theatre in Barnstaple, including "brightening up" the bar area and opening the restaurant and cafe more often.

The firm will create 21 full time jobs at the theatres and say existing staff will be retained.

However, Philip said that a programming schedule may take time to warm up.

He said: "Although we take over the theatres on January 12, we will inherit and honour the schedule that had been booked by Parkwood.

"However, we will be opening the Landmark with a real bang as Sir Ian McKellen brings his one man show to the theatre on March 25.

"All the proceeds from his tour are going back to the local theatres, so the money we make from that will go towards the refurbishments to the bar and cafe."

Mark Kentell, Contracts Delivery Manager at North Devon Council, said: “Selladoor are an exciting, dynamic theatre company with fresh ideas and a firm commitment to making both of our theatres successes in their own right.

"We can look forward to thriving theatres in both Ilfracombe and Barnstaple with shows produced at the Landmark touring internationally. Selladoor are everything I’d hoped for in a theatre operator and I’m so pleased to welcome them to North Devon.”

The grand opening of The Landmark, having been under used for a number of years, will be on 25March 2019 when Ian McKellen will open the theatre with his one man show.

The Ballot for tickets is open from today on www.landmark-ilfracombe.com

Sir Ian McKellen said: “My current UK tour with my new solo show is visiting many places I know well but this is my first time playing in Ilfracombe.

"It’s a happy opportunity to celebrate my 80th birthday by relaunching this well loved local theatre.”

Who are Selladoor?

Selladoor Worldwide began its life as Sell a Door Theatre Company in 2009, developing rapidly under co-founders David Hutchinson (CEO) and Phillip Rowntree (CFO).

Here's how the company describe themselves: "Selladoor has established itself as a leading producer of mid- and large-scale touring theatre, with an ever-increasing international presence.

"From the very outset, Selladoor Worldwide’s aim has been to make accessible work for our audiences, and their experience is at the heart of the company’s artistic planning.

"Our objective is to continue to encourage the next generation of theatregoers, primarily young and adult audiences, and first-time attendees. Our education programmes and online presence endeavour to provide the most comprehensive experience of our productions possible.

"Our origins lie in re-imagined classics and new commissions which we continue to champion to this day. We are able to create a varied and distinctive programme; large-scale commercial touring is complimented by the company’s not-for-profit routes and ongoing investment and development of new work.

"As a company operating across a range of scales we continue to deliver and invest in our regional and international patron base, as well as our product.

"Selladoor are thrilled with the variety of work in production, and remain committed to creating daring, diverse and dynamic productions that are accessible to all."

In 2017-18 Selladoor Worldwide’s slate of productions included: Big Fish The Musical (The Other Palace, London); The Crucible (UK Tour); Fame The Musical (30 Anniversary Tour); Flashdance The Musical (UK & International Tours); Footloose The Musical (2 UK Tour); Kindertransport (25Anniversary Tour); Guess How Much I Love You (UK & International Tours); Jersey Boys (International Tour); Madagascar The Musical (UK Tour); Of Mice and Men (UK Tour); The Producers (International Tour); Rock of Ages (UK Tour); Spamalot (UK Tour); The Very Hungry Caterpillar (DR2 Theatre, New York City); The Wizard of Oz (Winter Gardens, Blackpool).