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Welcome to our latest edition of The Polgooth Times, which I hope you
will find interesting. As well as articles from some of our regular
contributors, Im sure for those readers that have lived or been involved
in the village for many years, you will enjoy the trip down memory lane,
with the photographs from a Polgooth Fayre in 1979. Our thanks to Jim
Rivis, who has lived in Canada for many years for these. Of particular
interest is the Marquetry box (see page 47) which was made by an
Elizabeth Philp from Callington, maybe others have something in their
homes made by her. If anyone of this hippy generation is interested,
the following link may give you more memories.
http://www.ukrockfestivals.com/polgooth-fayre-1979.html
Amazingly this Fayre featured was 37 years ago, but how does the time
pass so quickly? It is now two years since I took over as Editor of the
Polgooth Times. The magazine is still thriving, but we need your help to
make it better! Please send me your items of interest, places visited,
days out, clubs you belong to that need support from both new
members or attendees at your events. Just please be aware that we
have to advertise events well ahead of their time, due to the dates of
publication. We also need more volunteers to help with our
distribution, sometimes this maybe to help on a short term basis to
cover absences, we currently have two distributors absent due to ill
health.
I have now been living back in the village for over six months and I am
desperately trying to get all the small birds back into the garden, so
enjoyed by my Dad, but Im battling against some greedy squirrels and
magpies. Does anyone have any suggestions? As I write this, even a
seagull has decided my place is the in garden!
When producing the magazine, we do not make any intentional mistakes
or omissions, so my apologies if they have occurred, for any reason. In
the last issue, we featured an article by Gordon Fowle that suggested
that not all his friends were invited to an event, Gordon is well known
and has many friends in the village, he values you all equally.
Di Thompson
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2017
Issue 138 Closing date 6 January delivery circa 17 February
Issue 139 Closing date 7 April delivery circa19 May
Please bear in mind delivery dates when submitting events for
inclusion in the Times. We need events up to February 2017 for
Issue 137
Pamela Dodds
We have received the following from Pamelas children following her passing
on Thursday 2nd June at the Royal Cornish Hospital. Pamela lived in
Polgooth for many years before moving to Duporth two years ago. Her
funeral service was held on June 10th at St Mewan Church.
Dear Family and Friends
It is with great sadness combined with outstanding, delightful and fond
memories that we report the peaceful passing of our Mum last Thursday at
the Royal Cornish Hospital.
Over the past four years Mum suffered a series of strokes, all of which
left her increasingly debilitated yet not diminishing her cheerful
disposition. Her husband and our step-father, Tony Backhouse, has lovingly
been at her side throughout this journey and adamant in having them be
together throughout - caring for her at home until these past few weeks,
when she was hospitalised, ultimately for pneumonia whereupon her health
rapidly deteriorated.
Words cannot describe the wonderful, joyful and loving relationship Tony
and Pam shared for thirty one years together. They are and were a great
team.
Ours is a remarkable Mum, Granny and great Granny with an inquisitive and
enthusiastic love of history, art and architecture;
an academic, an
organiser and teacher; a voracious reader of all sorts of literature; keen
observer of the news, current events and the human condition; a true
patron of the performing arts and in her day, not all that bad a tennis
player.
Her life in Argentina, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, England, Canada and
the United States combined with regular visits to Europe and other parts
of the globe, gave her a unique perspective, one that is reflected in the
direction that her children and grandchildren have chosen for themselves.
In closing, the great friends and friendships she had throughout her life in
Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and others across the globe
were treasured by her - even though in recent years she generally was
unable to effectively communicate this them.
Thank you
To all who came along to the music event at
the Village Hall on Saturday 21st May to the
Sounds of Nashville. We are pleased to
announce that with your generosity a total of
123.41 was raised for the Village Hall fund.
Gilly Lee-Whyte
QUIZ
Cornish Place Names
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A holy sheep
Confectionary abode
A sweet stick
Paddle over a crossing place
Crazy short Regan
The animal got the hump about this make of car
Not long to the paths termination
Action in a small room
Play this to rouse the troops
Where barristers practice has joined a famous murderer
Largest building in old Jerusalem
Answers on page 35
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April 2016
TEMPERATURE
MAX 15.8C
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RAINFALL
TOTAL 3 ins
75 mm
23rd
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May 2016
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MAX 23.5C
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June 2014
TEMPERATURE MAX 23.5C
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ALAN PLESTER
SPRINGFIELD CLOSE 75951
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8th
4th
CREAM TEA
AT GREENACRES (Pam and Garth)
Tuesday 16th August
From 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
All proceeds to the Church
I signed up
for an exercise class and was told to wear loose fitting
clothing. If I HAD any loose fitting clothing, I
wouldnt have signed up in the first
place!
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Bert feared his wife Peg wasnt hearing as well as she used to and he thought she might
St aAustell
need
hearing aid. Not quite sure how to approach her, he called the family Doctor to
discuss the problem. The Doctor told him there is a simple informal test the husband
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of
could
perform
to give the Doctor a better idea about herExtensive
hearing loss. Heres
what you
do, said the Doctor. Stand about 40 feet away from her and in a normalSamples
conversational speaking tone see if she hears you. If not, go to 30 feet, then 20 feet and so on
Free Measuring
until you get a response.
Free Estimating
That evening, the wife is in the kitchen cooking dinner and he was in the den. He says
to himself Im about 40 feet away, lets see what happens. Then in a normalFitting
tone he
asks Honey, whats for dinner? No response.
So the husband moves closer to the kitchen, about 30 feet from his wife and repeats
Peg, whats for dinner? Still no response.
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Trelowth, St Austell
Barry Marsh - 07887 767630
www.stellarsolar.co.uk
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Garry
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THANK YOU
I would like to say a big thank you
to Barry Harris aka Polgooths sexy
gardener for keeping the entrance
of the village so tidy. He endlessly
strims hedges and the kerbs, also
adding a few decorative features.
The field in front of the pub is
looking amazing. It is lovely to look
at when enjoying a nice pint on a sunny day.
Good for you Barry.
From an old friend and admirer.
May I say
What a brilliant story in Issue 134 of this magazine
about the internet starting! My family and I laughed
our socks off. What a brilliant explanation to non
computer users and us oldies who are often confused
by all the internet jargon. Life is short. Laugh each
day and thank you to the story creator for our tonic of a
good laugh and enlightenment. Ha ha!
June Phillips
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WHIRLYBOBS PRE-SCHOOL
Our aim is to provide a stimulating environment
that develops independent and confident children
in preparation for primary school.
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TREGONGEEVES FARM
COTTAGES
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JUST ENOUGH
Just enough of sunshine
to make you gaily smile
Just enough of shadow
to let you rest awhile
Just enough of raindrops
for friendship seeds to grow
Just enough of beauty
to make your spirit glow
Just enough of money
to help you wisely spend
Just enough companions
to reach the journeys end
Just enough of laughter
and memries sweet and true
And just enough affection
to fill your heart life through.
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COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Di Thompson, (Editor) 26 Woodgrove Park, Polgooth
01726 65342.
Sally Williams (Compiler) Treloweth Farm Cottage, Trelowth
01726 75129
Roger Smith ( Treasurer) 44 Little Trelower Park, Trelowth
01726 67653.
David Holman (Webmaster) 38 Polyear Close, Polgooth
01726 64267.
Lynda Thomas 1 The Old Cooperage
01726 77800.
Nik Howard Tynance, Fore St, Polgooth.
01726 73189.
Heather Lamble (Adverts) 50 Polyear Close, Polgooth
01726 75299
Katherine Spencer Netherton, Trelowth Road.
01726 61889
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VILLAGE DIRECTORY
Police: Ring 999/112 for EMERGENCY - but for Local Enquiries the number now is
101 and ask for your Local Police Station
The NHS 111 service. You can call 111 when you need medical help fast but it is not a
999 emergency. NHS 111 is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calls are free
from landlines and mobile phones.
The Polgooth Post Office & General Stores
The Shop is open
PO Counter Open Weekdays 8.00 am to 5.30 pm Sat (8.00 am - 12.30 pm). The last
post is collected at 4.45 pm on weekdays, 9.30 am on Saturdays, no collection Sundays.
Tel: 01726 73816 (see advert)
The Polgooth Inn . 01726 74089, email: enquiries@polgoothinn.co.uk
Monday-Thursday 11.00 am11.00 pm
Friday & Saturday 11.00 am12.00 am
Sunday 11.30am11.00 pm
The Mobile Library opening times from 16.01.15 then fortnightly
Trelower Park
16.0516.25 pm
Woodgrove Park (top)
16.3016.35 pm
Refuse Collection takes place on Wednesday. Recycling fortnightly.
See special notices re Public Holiday Collections.
R A Hawke, The Stores, Polgooth. Tel: 01726 624910
Cash and Carry solid fuels, logs, fine china and decorative antiques.
Daily and Sunday Newspapers are delivered by
The Post Office & General Stores (delivery or collection).
Travel Cornwall Bus Service 471 is now operating between St Austell and Gorran
Haven.
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PLACES OF WORSHIP
St. Mewan Parish Church
For details please contact the churchwardens, Myrna Baker 01726 73698 or
Ian Coleman 01726 61360
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07768713957
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844688
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07715869956
624910
845100
07884812739
844411
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883838
823333
07886791392
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74089
73816
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74056
883655
07887767630
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68202/73533
07434947420/07816913479/
01726891972
75930
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67779/079008712035
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St Austell
Thursday August 25 (4-6 pm)
September 10
October 22
November 18
R. A. HAWKE & CO
For all pre pack fuels, logs and kindling.
Come and see our selection of fine china,
decorative antiques,
brass and copper-ware
You are welcome to come in and browse
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Families welcome
Give us a bell on
01726 74089
or email us at
enquiries@polgoothinn.co.uk
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Book and pay a deposit for a 3 course Christmas meal at the Polgooth Inn
before 1st November 2016 and receive a glass of Prosecco for every
person booked
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GILES E T MCGUFFIE
LONDON APPRENTICE
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Tony Warren
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A1WESTON
SCHOOL OF MOTORING
34 Years Experience- competitive rates
A1westonschoolofmotoring.tel
Simon Sweet St Austell 61167
RECOVERY SERVICE
EAST RAND POLGOOTH
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Families for Children place children from all across the UK with our
adopters in the South West so we have experience on how to place a child
successfully under these regulations as we have worked with different
Local Authorities who are all themselves at different stages of developing
this type of placement. We know that adopters find this early placement
both rewarding and difficult in equal measure so offer ongoing support
throughout the whole process. We know that support is vital, and
information is key. We are always happy for anyone considering
adopting through the mainstream process, or under Foster to Adopt
regulations contact us for a discussion about whether it is right for them.
We can offer free, impartial advice so that they can make a positive
decision. As a wise person once said The risk may be great but the
need is greater!
If Fostering to Adopt is something you could consider please call us today
on 01872 444100 to arrange an initial visit.
http://familiesforchildren.org.uk/adoption-information/fostering-toadopt/
St Ewe
Sweets House
Rock h
Wadebridge
Madron
Camelford
Short Lanesend
Flushing
Bugle
Summer Court
Temple
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Bowen &
Spinal
Touch
in Polgooth
Back pain/sciatica
Poor posture
Neck/shoulder
restriction
Headaches/Migraines
Sports injury
Digestive complaints
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ENVIROSCAPE SOLUTIONS
Mr Nigel Mitchell
Tel: 01726 844688
Mob: 07968353653
Web: http://enviroscapes.wix.com/kernow
Email:enviroscape.solutions@outlook.com
Fencing
Garden Maintenance
Chain Link
Palisade Fencing
Timber Post and Rail
Timber Board & Panel
Steel Mesh Panel Systems
Security Fencing
Timber Gates
Animal/Stock Fencing
Strimming
Weed Control Including Japanese
Knot Weed
Ornamental & Native Hedge
Trimming
Shrub Pruning
Tree Works
Landscaping
Paving
Pergolas
Hand Rails
Raised Beds
Timber Decking
Supply/Lay Quality Turf
Ornamental Stone Walling
Rotovating/Soil Preparation
Grass Seeding
Decorative Gravels (supply & Install)
Installation of Low Maintenance
Gardens
Felling
Pollarding
Crown Reduction/Lifting
Windblown/Storm Damaged
Trees Cleared
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Stockists of
Moroccan Oil and
Goldwell products
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MAYS
COUNTRY STORE
PET: Most leading brands of pet food. We carry a wider
range and are cheaper than the supermarkets.
GARDEN: Growbags, fertilizer, compost, peat, seeds, hand
tools
CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR:
Wide range of top brands
including Tayberry, Tagg, Hoggs, Dickies, Caterpillars, Dr.
Martens
EQUINE: Feed, bedding, riding wear, tack, rugs, most
things for horse and rider
HOUSEHOLD: Domestic cleaners, detergents, washing
powders, kitchen essentials
D.I.Y:
Decking, timber, fencing, hand tools, power
tools, building materials
D MAY AND SON
HEWAS WATER, ST AUSTELL
01726 883838
Open Mon-Fri 7.30 am - 5.30 pm
Sat 8.00 am - 5.00 pm
Ample Parking Assisted Loading
Beside the A390 St Austell to Truro road
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JIM RIVIS
Jim Rivis wrote to us to share an experience he enjoyed in Polgooth some
thirty seven years ago.
He was born in North Yorkshire but in 1966 emigrated to Canada. On a
return visit to the UK in 1979 he saw an advertisement for a Summer
Fayre and made his way to Polgooth. He set up camp and felt like he had
come home. He recalls the variety of stalls and activities: comedians,
Punch and Judy shows, puppetry, an animal farm, wire ride, maze,
bouncy castle and much more. Some of the crafts were phenomenal.
Unfortunately as he was travelling light he was restricted in his purchases
but did buy (see photos) two wooden turned boxes, one with a beautifully
local scene in Marquetry, the other with a Celtic pewter design made by
Elizabeth Philp from Callington.
Jim now lives in Vermont but his memories of Polgooth are such, that if
he was to return to England to live, Polgooth is where he would choose.
Jim writes:
After a 13 year emigration to Canada, making his first return to his
homeland and, finding in Polgooth 1979, a most welcome link, full of
wonderful memories closely related to the person he had become in his
new country. Jim, Westminster Hotel School graduate, hotel assistant
manager, Hudson Bay Co retail store department manager, photography
university student , cross continent hitch hiker, hippie, truck driver, meat
packer receiver, restaurant service instructor in a major American
culinary school, house builder, self employed handyman/ landscaper and
warehouse manager for a major independent folk music distributor, now
is a contented, single man, is retired and resides in the tiny Capital City
of Montpelier, Vermont, USA. He has two grown children.
If anyone would like to contact Jim, please do let me know and I will
provide his e-mail address (Editor 01726 65342)
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