Delabole Slate Nov 2017

THE DELABOLE SLATE
ISSUE 376
NOVEMBER 2017
Delabole.slatenewsletter@yahoo.co.uk
Great News at Delabole School
Perhaps one of the most monumental events in the life of
any school is when they undergo an Ofsted Inspection.
Although these inspections last only one or two days, they
are so significant in terms of validating the quality of
provision for the children and the core school business of
‘learning’, that a great deal of intense work happens
beneath the day to day routines of the school over that
period. Equally, it is not just a measure of provision on
those days, but the culmination of so much work and
steadfastness over the years. And of course the staff care
so much.
For full story turn to page 3.
Another busy month. Don’t forget the 10th, 11th and 12th,
when our village will be holding its Remembrance
Commemorations.
Also, Father Christmas makes his first appearance in the
village on November 18th at St John’s Bazaar.
Congratulations to the winners of last month’s colouring
competition - Harvey Dingle and Jake Hammond.
Macmillan Coffee Morning
Thank you to all those who came
along to the Methodist Schoolroom
and supported the event or took part
in the raffle.
It was lovely to see people who are new to the village, we
do hope you settle in and enjoy all that Delabole has to
offer.
So many of us have cause to be thankful for the work that
Macmillan does and this Coffee Morning provided an
opportunity to enjoy some cake and company and
contribute to the funds.
£317.40 has been sent to Macmillan.
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Delabole Primary School
(Continued from front page)
So on the 27 th and 28 th of September it was the turn of Delabole School to be assessed against very stringent criteria
under the following headings:
• Effectiveness of leadership and management
• Quality of teaching, learning and assessment
• Personal development, behaviour and welfare
• Outcomes for pupils
• Early Years provision
I am so delighted to share with you the judgements made by the inspection team. Delabole is now a ‘Good’ school –
and scored a ‘good’ against each of the measures. This is not easy to achieve.
Some highlights from the report include:
‘The school’s enquiry-based curriculum is inspirational for pupils…Learning is stimulating and varied, memorable and
meaningful.’
‘Disadvantaged pupils and those who have special educational needs/and or disabilities make good progress, because
teaching is well matched to their needs.’
The school has ‘created a culture of high ambition and aspiration for pupils and staff alike. All parents who responded
to Ofsted’s online questionnaire, Parent View, said that the school is well-led and managed,’
‘Pupils’ attitudes to learning are consistently positive. This has a strong impact on the progress they make.’
Those of you who have followed the history of the school will know what an immense achievement this is for our
community, as in the past, the school has come through periods of instability and tricky times. It means so much to the
staff and is a well-deserved validation of all that they bring to the lives of the children: – care, humour, inventiveness,
excitement, self-belief, open-mindedness, resilience, joy and so much more. And of course, the support of the parents
is so much a part of the partnership around the nurture of the children. We felt the full force of that during the inspection.
Thank you, thank you.
When I first arrived in Delabole two years ago, I wrote in our Slate contribution that ‘Delabole Community Primary School
is not my school – it is our school’. Now at last, we can all celebrate the little piece of the school’s success that each of
us owns and feel proud as we look forward to the future.
Sue Cox and the team.
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Termyn Gwari Fleghes
(children’s playtime, in Cornish)
November is often cloudy, wet and windy and starts to get quite cold too,
so that being outside is not much fun at all. We tend to stay indoors by the
fire, enjoying the warmth and light. We are really missing summer and there
seems to be nothing happening out in the gardens and woods. It’s true the
woods, fields and gardens are very quiet and still, all the plants are resting,
no insects or bugs to be seen, often not many birds. Now is the time to
really start feeding your garden birds. Food is starting to get scarce, and
if you can put out seeds, peanuts, fat balls and scraps, the garden birds
will have a much easier time through the winter. If we do get frosty, icy
weather, don’t forget to put out water as well. Birds need to drink as well.
Something to look forward to in November is Bonfire Night! Huge bonfire,
jacket potatoes, toffee, fireworks! What’s not to like? Well quite a lot if you
are an animal. Hedgehogs will get into the bonfire pile because it seems
like a good place to hibernate, so check the bonfire before you light it. Pets
hate loud noises, so on Bonfire night keep them safe indoors, where they
can feel safe. It’s important to only let off fireworks on Bonfire night, or let
your neighbours know what is happening otherwise their pets could be
outside and be very scared.
A just for fun November wordsearch. 14 words hidden here: loud, fast,
potato.. to start you off.
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Cornwall Councillor
The Boundary Commission has now decided on the
preferred number of Cornwall Councillors to contest the
2021 local elections. The number will be reduced from the
current 123 to 87. This will obviously reflect what they
consider a changing role for Cornwall Councillors with
much more emphasis on the work done at County Hall and
much less on local work within the parishes with an
enhanced role for Parish Councils.
This was not something that I personally supported.
The average number of constituents for each councillor will
now be around 5000, but perhaps more importantly will be
the increase in area and parishes that they represent.
Work will now begin on the mapping and there is a
consultation process until February which you may or may
not wish to use to make your own views known.
87 was chosen as this was the best fit around the
Community Network Areas and Delabole falls within the
Camelford Community Network Area along with
St Teath, Michaelstow, St Breward, Advent, Camelford,
Tintagel, Davidstow, Forrabury & Minster, Lesnewth,
Otterham, St Clether, Tremaine, Treneglos, Tresmeer,
Trevalga & Warbstow.
This area is currently served by three
County Councillors and will be reduced in 2021 to two.
There are two possible ways of dividing the area to
maintain a broadly equal number of constituents within the
guidelines. One would be to simply add Tintagel to the
current St Teath and St Breward seat which I
represent. The other would be to add
St Teath & Delabole to the current Tintagel seat which
stretches out to Otterham.
The Commissions consultation material asks residents
these questions:
· Do you have suggestions about where your
division boundaries should be?
· Which areas do you identify as your local
community?
· Where do people in your area go to access local
facilities such as shops and leisure activities?
If you have any strong views on this please do get in touch
with me and I can help make sure that your views are
known to the Boundary Commission.
Dominic Fairman
Cornwall Councillor - St Teath, St Breward & Delabole
dominic.fairman@cornwallcouncillors.org.uk
07939 122303

Big Brew Up 2017
In 1885, Col Sir James Gildea, after seeing the problems
servicemen and their families suffered following various
wars, started the Soldiers Sailors Families Association to
help them. In 1919 it became Soldiers Sailors and Airmen
Families Association (ssafa)
and has been working for the
men and women who served
in the various armed forces.
Today there are 7,000
volunteers helping 90,000
men, women and families from
WW2 to present day who need
some sort of assistance.
To do this they need money,
so for many years they have
been holding The Big Brew
and this is the first time
Photo courtesy of Adrian Jasper
SSAFA County President
Alistair Ross
Delabole has hosted the event.
Two caseworkers, Mrs Judith
Kenealy from St Teath and Mr
Cameron Valentine from Delabole, organised the day and
with the help of other Caseworkers who had provided
cakes and other delicious edibles and many prizes for the
raffle.
The day was thoroughly enjoyed by all and has raised
£400 towards helping Cornwall branch to continue with
their valuable work. The organisers said that they would
like to thank the residents of Planet Park, Delabole and
Rosewater Park, St Teath, the Poldark Inn and all local
residents and businesses for their valuable assistance and
support.
Hip, hip, hooray,
we’ve had Music Day
Hope you enjoyed the continual
music-making between 10am and
5pm when kind musicians from
around the area shared their talents.
There were charity stalls selling Christmas cards and
goodies and people popping in and out throughout the
day - but lunchtime was especially popular when there
were delicious soups and sweets on offer.
Obviously tea or coffee was available at all times,
although we didn’t use a kettle this year, but the very
efficient and much-appreciated boiling water heater
bought in memory of John Lugg. Afternoon tea was
luscious with jam and cream splits, cakes and buns. Many
thanks to all who provided the tempting fare and worked
so hard throughout the day.
Also. there were plenty of donation jars around so that
we could make a good contribution to this year’s charity,
which was Treliske’s
Cornwall Birth and Baby Appeal.
Not sure of the exact amount yet but I think most of the
stalls took in the region of £100 and the whole event
raised in excess of £1000 for the various charities.
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If you enjoyed hearing Stuart Biddick play on Music Day,
make a note in your diary that Stuart and Family will be
entertaining on Friday 24th November at 7pm at the
Methodist Chapel.
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Pigeon peas
Harvest
Had a good time celebrating Harvest
Festival this year, when once again it was
a joint celebration between the Methodist
and Anglican congregations and it
focused on the Christian Aid theme
centring on Malawi under the title, ‘God
is working His Purpose Out’.
Morning worship was at St John’s and
was led by Rev Bryan and Mrs Sue
Wilcox.
As well as hymns and readings, we learnt
about Pigeon Peas which have been introduced as an
ideal crop to thrive in Malawi. We handled these peas and
were fortunate enough to have them included in one of the
salads served at a delicious lunch in the Church.
To round off the day, we gathered together in the evening
at the chapel for a varied time of hymns old and new,
readings and musical items with Maria Nicholls at the
organ and Stuart Biddick at the piano. During the service,
2 water heaters, funded by donations in memory of our
friend John Lugg, were dedicated and were put to good
use at the end of the evening.
The service was led by Clare Salzmann and Rev Bryan,
whilst Sue Ede produced a very meaningful Powerpoint
to guide our thinking.
The offerings and lunch donations came to £370.11
and this has been sent to Christian Aid for use in Malawi,
whilst the tinned goods were taken to the FoodBank at
Wadebridge.
Tintagel Orpheus Male Voice Choir.
The choir is taking an Autumn break after a busy spring
(when we did so well at The International Festival) and
summer, with numerous concerts, including our series of
5 Summer Concerts. Our thanks go out to our loyal
supporters, and many visitors, who made these
concerts such a success.
We are moving towards December, when we have three
popular events planned.
Firstly, our Annual Choir Dinner, where we also sing,
hopefully before a hefty meal!
This will be at Bowood Golf Club on Friday, 1 st December
at 7pm. Friends and supporters are welcome, tickets can
be had from our secretary John Sadler.
Sunday, 3 rd December finds us at Tintagel Methodist
Church for the Annual Christmas Concert. Please come
along, no tickets needed, and join in the carol singing with
us.
Now, advanced details of our increasingly popular
Christmas Concert at The Camelot Castle Hotel. This
will be on Saturday, 23 rd December, (Tom Bowcock’s Eve),
6.30pm for 7pm start. Again this year it will be a ticket only
event, so come early to secure a good seat.
Tickets for dinner and Camelot Castle can be had from
John Sadler on 01840 212583.
Enquiries regarding seating for the disabled should be
made direct to the hotel.
Any general enquiries to our Chairman, Bob Metters
on 01840 213736.
Again, many thanks for all your support of your local
Male Voice Choir.
This month’s Bible verse
November 2017
Whosoever shall call upon the name
of the Lord shall be saved. Romans
10:13
Him that cometh to me I will in no
wise cast out. John 6:37
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King James Bible

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Delabole Branch of the Royal British Legion
Members and friends of the Delabole Branch spent an enjoyable evening at the annual dinner held at
The Poldark Inn. Many thanks to Adrian, Tracey and all staff for the excellent meal and service. Thanks
also for allowing the Branch to hold our regular meetings at The Poldark.
At our last meeting, details of the Combined Cornwall and Plymouth Veteran Support for aged veterans, their carers and
families was discussed. Support is available for anyone born before January 1st 1950 who completed at least one day
of service with any of the armed forces or who completed National Service, their families and their carers.
Help such as Get F + IT supports individuals to embrace technology for example by running free 6 weekly courses,
Home Guard to help those struggling with their fuel bills, Active Plus, a local organisation that motivates and builds
confidence, and Carer Support to help support getting advice and information. Further details can be accessed by Email:
agedveterans@cornwallrcc.org.uk or telephone 01326 567174.
Geoff Cleave, our president, is busy organising the Poppy Collection at the moment and it won’t be long before one of
our loyal band of poppy sellers call on you, several of whom have been visiting homes in the village on the Legion’s
behalf for many years. Please give generously.
Arrangements for this year’s commemorations are as follows. On Friday 10th November there will be a time of
remembrance at the War Memorial at 11am, when our community will be joined by the children and staff of the Delabole
Primary School. Armistice Day, November 11th, please meet at the War Memorial for 11am to remember, followed by
a buffet lunch at the Methodist Sunday school room at 12 noon, donations for the Poppy Appeal. Sunday 12th meet at
The War Memorial for 2.30pm for a time of remembrance, followed by a parade to St John’s Church led by Camelford
Town Band for a service at 3pm.
Our AGM will be held on Tuesday 21st November, preceded by a short committee meeting at 7pm. Refreshments will
be served at the close. Why not come along to join us...a warm welcomes awaits you.
Patricia Molloy.
Secretary Delabole Branch of the Royal British Legion
Keep safe on November 5th
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Camelford Rotary Club Hire Out &
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Contact via Facebook or 01840 212497
For the last few years we’ve
been packing shoeboxes for
Operaton Christmas Child to
be sent to needy children
around the world.
This year we’re doing it again and the suggestion is that
we include new toys such as a doll or cuddly toy, skipping
rope, yo-yo or small puzzle.
School supplies would also be welcomed - for example,
pens, colouring pencils, sharpeners, felt pens, colouring
books etc.
Also, toothpaste, toothbrushes, wrapped soap, comb,
hairbrush, flannel, hat, gloves, scarf, hair accessories and
so on.
For more gift suggestions, you can visit
samaritans-purse.org.uk/occ
However, they don’t want used or damaged items,
anything war related such as toy guns or knives, clothing
other than that mentioned, playing cards, liquids,
medicines, hand-made or knitted stuffed toys, sharp or
fragile items, chocolate or food, anything political,
religious or racial, books with mainly words.
If you’re able to donate a gift, we’ll be packing the
shoeboxes near the beginning of November at the
Methodist Sunday School, so you could pass any gifts to
Tricia Molloy or Marie Shore.
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Contact Yvonne or Steve on 01840 213252 or
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Preferably well behaved animals.
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Men’s Fours:
Mixed Fours:
Brian Gardner
Ken Davey
Margaret Shillaber
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Men’s Triples: Ken Davey
Geoff Risdon
Mixed Triples: Maggi Iles
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Errol Cato
Colin Parsons
George Morris
Colin Parsons
Ken Bray
Ron Shillaber
Men’s Pairs Alec Luckin Geoff Risdon
Mixed Pairs Madeline Davey Geoff Risdon
Ladies’ Pairs: Barbara Luckin Maggi Iles
Ladies’ Two Wood Singles:
Ladies’ Four Wood Singles:
Margeret Shillaber
Maggi Iles
100 Up: Nick Holmes
Men’s Singles:
Neill Wright
Club Person of the Year:
Colin Parsons
The awards were presented at the Annual Dinner, at
Trethorne, on Saturday 14th October.
Congratulations to you all!
Also sincere thanks must go to Tom Goulbourne, our
fixtures secretary, for expending a lot of time and effort
into organising the club competitions, keeping the
competitors ‘on track' and sourcing the winners' trophies.
The club is now involved in the Short Mat season at
Lanteglos Road and enquiries should go to Geoff Risdon
on 01840 213243.
Francis Bennett
Endelienta
Fostering the Arts and Spirituality in North Cornwall
Endelienta Events in November
Saturday 4 November 7.30pm
Galini Piano Trio
Haydn, Shostakovich and Schubert from these world
class players including Andrew Watkinson, 1 st violin of the
Endellion Quartet.
£10 (accompanied under 16s free)
4 Nov – 10 Dec Weekends 11.30-4.30
2 nd Endelienta Open Exhibition
Selected exhibition of a wide variety of works from West
Country artists. Entry free.
Friday 24 November 7.30pm
Flats and Sharps
Cornish band who blur the lines between bluegrass, folk,
country and pop, give us highly original songs as well as
renditions of Bluegrass classics.
£10 (accompanied under 16s free)
Book tickets online at www.endelienta.org.uk; by email
tickets@endelienta.org.uk; by phone 07787 944935;
or from the Wadebridge Bookshop (concert tickets
only).
DEADLINE FOR THE DECEMBER SLATE IS
NOVEMBER 10TH
Spriggans Cove
We will be at the Xmas Bazaar at St Johns Church Delabole
On 18th November Starts 2 pm
We will be selling
Special Offer’s
Regatta Ladies, Gents and Children's Fleeces
From £9.00
We will also have a large selection
Of Winter Hats and Gloves for all
Animal Beanies
Good stocking fillers
“Don’t forget Santa will be there with his helpers”
Contact us
Website: Sprigganshollow.co.uk
Email: sprigganshollow@live.co.uk
Tel: 01840 779 411
Mobile: 07860 525 835

A Methodist Minister’s View
When we reach the month of November with the clocks
having been changed to Greenwich Mean Time and the
darker mornings and evenings I feel that we have really
entered into the winter months. November also brings to
us Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday on
November 11 th and 12 th . Within our local communities
these days will be marked with Acts of Remembrance and
special Services at War Memorials and in Churches.
Remembrance Sunday this year has an additional
significance in that it marks the centenary of the end of
the Battle of Passchendaele as it is known in France, or
the Third Battle of Ypres as it is known in the West
Flanders region of Northern Belgium. The Menin Gate in
Ypres records of the names of 54,896 British and
Commonwealth Soldiers with no known grave who were
killed in the Ypres area. The Service and sacrifice of our
British and Commonwealth Soldiers is so significant to
our Belgian friends that they have a Last Post Ceremony
every day at the Menin Gate.
The question on my mind as I write is whether we
appreciate enough the Sacrifice and Service of those who
have served in our Armed Forces?
I was interested to hear Prince Harry say at the Invictus
Games in Toronto this year that he was moved to action
by his experience on one of his journeys home from the
War Front. He recalled seeing the coffins of dead
personnel, and injured persons who were in comas being
loaded on the plane which was bringing him and others
back to the United Kingdom. At that point he realised the
cost of War, the need to help the injured and families who
had experienced the loss of loved ones, and the need to
keep peace making to the fore.
Prince Harry has firsthand experience of War and its
consequences, and is active in ensuring the needy are
helped and in promoting peace. It seems to me that
observing Armistice Day or Remembrance Sunday is a
contribution to this that can involve us all in showing our
gratitude, contributing to the Welfare Work and the
promotion of peace.
In my Good News translation of The Bible, Jesus is quoted
as saying “Happy are those who work for peace; God will
call them his children.” (Matthew 5:9)
Every Blessing, Bryan Ede

St Pirans Playschool
NEW OPENING TIMES:
8am - 4pm Monday to
Friday during term time.
· For children aged 2 – 5 years.
· Fees are low, quality of our childcare and education is high.
· We are run by a parent lead, voluntary Committee and are a registered
charity.
· FREE 15 hours funded for ALL children aged 3 and 4 (and to some 2 years
who fit the criteria).
· FREE 30 hours funded to families that are eligible.
· Registered for the government tax scheme to help save
parents 20% on their childcare costs.
· For more info call 01840 214871 to speak to Kasey or
email stpiransplayschool@btconnect.com
Breakfast & After School Club
Open to children from Delabole School, in
Reception Class and Year 1
· Breakfast club 8am – 9am.
· Drop off to school included.
· £4 for the hour.
· Healthy breakfast optional – 50p.
· After school club 3pm – 4pm.
· Pick-up from school included.
· £4 for the hour.
· Healthy snack provided – 50p.
New Stay and Play group for Dads.
A new Dad’s Stay & Play group opens at St Pirans
Saturday 28th October from 10am-12pm.
All dads, step-dads, grandads, uncles and partners are welcome. There
will be fun for all the children aged 0-5
years (siblings up to 8 years).
£2 per child will include a healthy snack and drink for your child
and a hot drink for Dads.
A chance to spend some real quality time with your children doing fun things,
whilst catching up with other Dads.
Please come along, you do not need to attend St Pirans to join, all are
welcome.
The last Saturday of every month 10am-12pm
Usual Stay & Play every Friday during term time
9:15 – 10:45, £1.50

What’s ON …
Delabole Branch of
The Royal British Legion
Friday 10th November
at 11am
‘We Remember’ at the War Memorial
Saturday 11th November
at 11am
‘We Remember’ - at the War Memorial
Followed by buffet lunch
at the Methodist Church.
Donations for the Poppy Appeal
Sunday 12th November
at 2.30pm
A time of Remembrance
at the War Memorial
Followed by a parade
to St John’s Church
led by Camelford Town Band
for service at 3pm.
ROYAL BRITISH LEGION
CAMELFORD BRANCH
ROUGHTOR MEMORIAL WALK
Saturday 4th November 2017
11 am start
Muster in Roughtor car park
£1.50 charge for administration
Refreshments available
Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
For further details please contact
secretary Kirsty on 01840 212015

Methodist Church
November Dates
Wed 1st 2.30pm Women’s Fellowship
with Claire Salzmann
Sun 5th 9.30am Family Breakfast
11am
Morning Worship
Rev Bryan & Sue
Tues 7th 11am- noon FoodBank
Noon -
1.15pm
Community Lunch of
Steak/Steak &
Kidney Pie,
dessert, tea/coffee
£6.50
Wed 8th 2.30pm Nimble Fingers
Sun 12th 11am Morning Worship
Mr D. Rhodes
2.30pm
Remembrance
Service at War
Memorial
3pm
Service at St John’s
Wed 15th 2.30pm Women’s Fellowship
with Elaine - Flowers
for Christmas
Sun 19th 11am Morning Worship
Mrs. J. Keating
Wed 22nd 2.30pm Nimble Fingers
Fri 24th 7pm Evening with Stuart
Biddick & family
Sat 25th 11am - 2pm Christmas Coffee &
Pasty ‘n’ Sweet
Lunch
Sun 26th 11am Morning Worship
Mr R. Heywood
Wed 25th 2,30pm Nimble Fingers
Tues 28th 10.30 - noon Coffee & Chat
Foodbank
Wed 29th 10.30am Ladies’ Advent
Service with Mrs.
Sue Ede at Tintagel

THE PLACE FOR YOUR ITEMS FOR SALE, THANK YOUS, BIRTHDAY
WISHES, SEASONS GREETINGS, GIVE-AWAYS, APOLOGIES &
ANNOUNCEMENTS
THANK YOU
Mick and Kay would like to thank everyone for their
kind enquiries, cards, gifts and flowers during Kay's
recent stay in hospital. Also a big thank you to the
family.
FOR SALE
For Sale - Nearly new Homebase 250 watt De
Humidifier.
Excellent condition £35 01840 213542
For Sale -
VIBE ENVY BMX BIKE
Colour - Pink/purple, excellent condition
Gel Seat & drinks holder
£30.00
RALEIGH CALYPSO LADIES BIKE
3 Gears, Purple
£10.00
RICHOCHET EXCALIBER MEN’S MOUNTAIN BIKE
Silver 21 gears
Pump and drinks holder
£20.00
SCALEXTRIC DIGITAL - SET C1322
Two Bugatti Veron cars purple & white
Multi car racing with lane changing
Hardly used unwanted present
£50.00
NIKE FOOTBALL BOOTS
Mercurial Orange UK Size 6. Immaculate, boxed.
£15.00
Contact 01840 770029.
Hope for Girls
Four years ago I was visiting a friend from London who had
bought a Ranch out in Kenya . During the visit my friend took
me to see a school that they built and supported. Imagine my
surprise when I came to a classroom door with the words " This
classroom was built by the generosity of the people of St.
Breward, Cornwall, U.K.
This little school has made a world of difference to the children
growing up there and I was suitably impressed.
I have since become involved in the building of a school for girls
in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Money was raised to build and they
were all set to open when the Ebola crisis hit the area. The
project was delayed for 2 yrs, but the founder did not give up
and has managed to open the doors this September to 25 girls
who would otherwise have no education whatsoever. Now of
course the hard work begins to raise enough funds to keep the
school open.
Is it possible that the people of Delabole could help ?
If any individuals or groups feel that they could sponsor a girl
please get in touch with me Sue Johnson on 07950342149 .
Any ideas for fundraising would be greatly appreciated.
BREAKFAST. LUNCH. SUNDAY ROAST.CREAM TEAS. HOME-
MADE CAKES.CELEBRATION CAKES. ICE CREAM .HOME
PRODUCED BEEF, LAMB AND FREE RANGE EGGS.FRESH
FRUIT AND VEG.LOCAL CHEESES.ETC. GIFTS AND CRAFTS.
Shop and Restaurant Open Daily from 9am
Winter Warmer Lunch
2 course lunch including tea or coffee…only £9.95pp
Offer available throughout November excluding Sundays.
Bookings now being taken for Christmas functions.
Please ask to see a copy of our Christmas menu
Don’t forget we serve…
Breakfast 9am – 11am, Lunch 12noon – 3pm
Coffee, tea, homemade cakes, ice-cream etc served all day.
Pop in- you will be sure of a warm welcome.
Open every day!
Book now for our TRADITIONAL SUNDAY ROAST
A choice of meats including home-produced beef
followed by a selection of home-made desserts.
Booking essential!
TELEPHONE: 01208 880164 www.trevathanfarm.com
CHILDRENS PLAY AREA. RIDE-ON TRACTORS AND
DIGGERS. PETS CORNER.
FIND US ON THE B3314 AT ST ENDELLION, NEAR PORT ISAAC

DIARY DATES
YOUR GUIDE TO TO LOCAL EVENTS AND
MEETINGS IN AND AROUND DELABOLE
National Trust - Upcoming Events
thSaturday 11 November and Saturday 9 December
Scrub and Spuds 10am - 3pm Pentire Head, near Polzeath
Spend a few hours on the coast helping National Trust
rangers cut back gorse and blackthorn scrub to
encourage wildlife at this valuable coastal habitat. We’ll
cook up a jacket potato lunch on the bonfire with cheese
and beans. Bring along a drink and some snacks to
keep you going. Please wear sturdy boots and clothing
suitable for the weather, working in thorns and brambles
and that you don’t mind getting smoky/muddy. Family
friendly and a great way to meet new people. Free.
Booking essential, please phone 01208 863821 or
email tom.sparkes@nationaltrust.org.uk
Many thanks
Sarah Stevens
Ranger, North Cornwall - Tintagel to Holywell
01208 863821
ADVANCE DATE
Saturday 9th December
Fun Christmas concert at St John’s Church 7.30pm
Saturday 18th at 8pm
Saturday 25th at 9pm
REGULAR MEETINGS / EVENTS
Every Monday (Excluding school holidays):
Delabole Art & Craft Group meet at Chapel School
Room. 1.45 - 4.00pm. £2.00
Every Tuesday: Kernow Credit Union 1.00- 2.15pm
Venue changed to St John’s Church from 3rd October.
Tel : 212520
Every Tuesday/Thursday
Moor Harmony Ladies Barber Shop Chorus
Thursdays at Wadebridge Ambulance Hall from 7.15 -
10.00pm All Welcome Contact Mel 01840 212312
Every Wednesday Fitness League ladies exercise
group for all ages, 9.30am at Camelford Hall.
For more information call Katie Holmes 01208 815725
4th Thursday of each month except December.
Cornwall Council Out & About Service at Delabole
Childrens’ Centre on the playing field.
Delabole Quilters will be meeting at Delabole Methodist
Church on Fridays at 2pm. £2 per session.
No experience necessary! Contact Sue 01840 212713
Monthly V.I.P. Club 3rd Wednesday from 2.00-4.00pm
Contact Tricia on 01840 212520 for details and to arrange
transport.
Camelford and District Save the Children group present
CARACANA & THE SONGBIRDS
Saturday 18 November, 7.30pm
At the Camelford Hall
Doors open 7pm
Tickets £7.50 to include delicious snacks
Bar and raffle
A delightful evening of foot-tapping music in the company
of Caracana, Cornish folk band whose material has
influences from all the Celtic nations and from Eastern
Europe, and from the angel-voiced Wadebridge-based
Songbirds, a group of nine women who sing a wide range
of material, from songs from the shows to folk song and
lots in between.
To reserve your ticket in advance, call 01840 214613.
Tickets on the door subject to availability.
Flagman’s Notes
There are four days in November
when the Union Flag should be
flown.
11 th November – Armistice Day.
12 th November – Remembrance
Day.
14 th November – Birthday of the Prince of Wales.
20 th November – HM the Queen’s Wedding Anniversary.