From Lisa Brodribb on 12 February 2012
Speeding in the village
On Thursday, I was actually overtaken on the drive ! A very large Isuzu trooper (last three digits of the reg - BRE) was being driven by someone who seemed to have mistaken the village for a formula 1 test track. Sadly, the speed bumps made little difference to this type of vehicle, only causing him (for it was a 'he')to slow to a sedate 50mph.
If you are 'he',I would ask that you stop, get a grip, and register that pedestrians,children and animals live here - and that the speed limit on the drive is there for a reason! Rant over. Lisa Brodribb
From Lesley Abraham on 7 February 2012
South Hams Crime Prevention
As part of a South Hams crime prevention initiative, the Police in the South Hams area would like to take this opportunity to remind you all of the following. If you have a shed, garage or outbuilding make sure that all doors are left locked and secure, that there is adequate lighting and, if possible, use a shed alarm. It is also important to keep serial numbers of any identifiable equipment. These serial numbers can then be recorded on www.immobilise.com for added security. If you require any further advice please contact your neighbourhood policing team who can give information on how to keep homes, property and vehicles safe and secure. Thank you.
From Jonathan Mathys on 5 February 2012
Thanks Jim & Leslie
Thanks for great skittles night Clubhouse Friday, well attended teams from Moorhaven, Modbury, Hatherleigh ... excellent bowling,Individual winner David Irons carried off the prizes , thanks also to him for excellent Ginster's pasties,will put on another in a while
From Gill Ricketts on 4 February 2012
Sport Relief Cake Sale
Charlotte, Jenny, Josie and Naomi would like to say a big "Thank you" to everyone that bought cakes and biscuits from them today (Saturday). They are thrilled to have raised the amazing total of £60, which has been sent off to Sport Relief already! Thank you for supporting them.
From Jonathan Mathys on 30 January 2012
reminder
Skittles night at clubhouse against local riding and horse driving clubs, teams of four £10 inc 1st drink and large pastie 7.30 start 078647 542 978
From Andrea Peacock on 19 January 2012
New houses at London Inn Mews, South Brent
Moorhaven Ltd are pleased to launch a new development, London Inn Mews, South Brent, 3 cracking conversions lovely big rooms, just like Moorhaven, there will be 3 new build to follow, if you'd like a snoop, come over between 10am and 2pm on Saturday 21st January, and tell all your colleagues and relatives.
Walking distance of the shops, doctors surgery, primary school etc, so ideal for ageing parents or young families. 01752 892411
From Jonathan Mathys on 17 January 2012
Skittles
Skittles Night 7.30 Fri 3rd Feb at Clubhouse run by Devon Carriage Driving Club - but other teams of four welcome £10 inc 1st Drink & Large Pastie, , Jonathan 07867 542 978
From anouska young on 28 December 2011
new year
just a little reminder about the party at the club house
if you want a cheep ticket order before the night you can contact mysef ( anouska ) on 07527984702 or jonathan mathys on 07867542978
tickets are £10 in advance and £15 on the night...
its going to be a grate night please come along and join us
From anouska young on 19 December 2011
new years eve party
hello again i have seen that some of you are apprehensive about the fireworks these are planned to go off at midnight as big ben strikes... i can see the confusion what was meant on poster was party will come to an end at 1am not the fireworks being let off then... i am sorry for the confusion, and hope that this is satisfactory to all, if not please do not hesitate to contact me either here or on my mobile 07527984702
From Elayne Hoskin on 17 December 2011
CHRISTMAS CAROLS in Centre Court
MONDAY 19th December
Kicking off at 6:30pm. Minced pies, mulled wine/cider and carol sheets for all. Come along, sing along - and support a local charity. A collection jar will be on the table, suggested contribution = £5 per family.
Please note date change. It'll definately be MONDAY.
From anouska young on 14 December 2011
new years party
hello to all
as some of you may be awair this year there will be a new years eve party in the club house... its £10 in advance and £15 on the door tickets include a curry more details will follow very soon
Comment from Alison Bradley on 14 December 2011
Re New Years Eve Party
What a great idea to have a New Years Eve party. But for those of us not planning to go and living very close to the Clubhouse, I wonder if the fireworks could be brought forward by an hour so that they don't disturb people quite so late/early?
Comment from Victoria Stevenson on 14 December 2011
New Years Eve
I would also appreciate if the fireworks could be brought forward an hour as my 7 year old is petrified of them. Thank you.
From Lesley Abraham on 8 December 2011
Sad News
Margaret Nathan, past Director and long time resident of Moorhaven Village, passed away peacefully on Monday 28th November after a very courageous battle against cancer. She was greatly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Margarets funeral service will take place at St. Petrocs Church, South Brent, on Friday 9th December at 1.30pm. Family flowers only but donations to St Lukes Hospice would be appropriate. All enquiries to Co-operative Funeralcare, Ermedale Chapel, Fore Street, Ivybridge; 01752 690890.
From Lisa Keay on 28 November 2011
Ugborough Community Choir
Hello to all you budding singers out there!
Is anybody interested in reviving Ugborough Community Choir? If you, or anyone you know, would like to join a local, friendly choir then please email: lisa.keay24@gmail.com or ring Lisa Keay on 01752 698115.
In order for this Choir to re-form we do need someone with some talent for facilitating singers, so if you fancy yourself as a choirmaster/mistress please do step forward ... we need you!
Comment from Liz Scott on 28 November 2011
The choir
Hi Lisa, I would be interested in the choir idea. It would particularly interest me if it was local to Moorhaven. I'm not a great singer, but I'm sure I could make up with enthusiasm Liz Scott
From Trudi Bell on 22 November 2011
TREES FOR ALL YEAR ROUND COLOUR PLANTED
David Roe has kindly edited more information about the COMMUNITY TREES we planted on Saturday November,12th;it is in the "about Moorhaven"section or just click on to:- http://www.moorhaven.org.uk/documents/TreesNov2011.pdf
Trudi Bell
From Jonathan Mathys on 16 November 2011
sports and social
meeting of clubhouse sports and social group has been advertised for this thursday(17th)- tomorrow so will open up, apologies for change of date
From Sarah Dobbyn on 16 November 2011
Replacing windows in Moorhaven
Another message about windows!
I want to replace the tall windows at Angel Cottage in Church Lane with PCV/ double glazed/thermal- insulated windows (identical in style to the present old windows of course). Can anybody recommend a good window company who can manufacture and install such windows?
Thanks a lot
Comment from Tony Cobley on 16 November 2011
Windows
Try Max Lowles at ADS Windows - very good guy and exxellent quality / price without any of the "I need to call my boss" hard sell b/s routine! 01752 890900
From Karen Murphy on 15 November 2011
Windows
Hello
I have the original upvc windows upstairs in my house in Tower Lane. Unfortunately one of them has got a missing stay from the tilt and turn window.
If anyone has taken any of these windows out or will be in the future, I would be very grateful for a stay from the old windows, as we are not able to get them any more.
Alternatively, if anyone knows where you can get replacement parts, I would love to hear from you
many Thanks
karen
From Jonathan Mathys on 14 November 2011
found
found blue handled spade, left at clubhouse after tree planting ring jonathan 07867 542 978
From Jonathan Mathys on 14 November 2011
Moorhaven Clubhouse Sports & Social Activities Group
Moorhaven Clubhouse Sports & Social Activities Group –Residents from Bittaford, Ugborough & Moorhaven interested in occasionally meeting and putting on events are invited to join an informal group for a sociable evening last Thursday of each month.
Next meeting this Thursday 24th at Clubhouse at 7.30pm bring a bottle.
Agenda includes Pre Christmas Fair & sale, Christmas/new years events. Skittles evening (we still have the original Moorhaven set)
The open day and art exhibition was well attended by nearly 100 people, thanks to artists who displayed fine works including Leanne Christies huge flower paintings. Thanks also to Helen Laidlaw, David Rowe & Thea Henderson for loaning works to enhance the clubhouse.
Further info Jonathan 07867 542 978
From Stuart Newberry on 13 November 2011
Community treeplanting Moorhaven 2011
Weve just uploaded a short video about the treeplanting onto the Moorhaven blog. You can view it by clicking on the blog on the website or by following this link http://moorhaven.org.uk/blog/
Congratulations to Trudi Bell for organising the event.
From Stuart Newberry on 13 November 2011
Community treeplanting Moorhaven 2011
Weve just uploaded a short video about the treeplanting onto the Moorhaven blog. You can view it by clicking on the blog on the website or by following this link http://moorhaven.org.uk/blog/
Congratulations to Tridi Bell for organising the event.
From Trudi Bell on 13 November 2011
105 TREES SUCCESSFULLY PLANTED
Well done & thankyou to the 35 Moorhaven residents who came along to make a very enjoyable afternoon.Also thanks to Jonathan Mathys for offering the Clubhouse facilities for welcome refreshments afterwards.Pictures and more detail of our Community Tree Planting will soon be on the Moorhaven Website.
From Trudi Bell on 10 November 2011
COMMUNITY TREE PLANTING
TREES HAVE ARRIVED and the weather is set fair for this SATURDAY,12TH so see you at the Summerhouse at 2.00PM TO PLANT TREES FOR WILDLIFE.
trudi@benchmark-homes.co.uk or tel.896937
From Jonathan Mathys on 7 November 2011
OPEN DAY AT CLUBHOUSE
Open Day and Art Exhibition at Clubhouse this sat 12th 3-9pm , come and see the refurbishment, for hire : events, classes parties & meetings. Free Tea, hot punch and mince pies all day, Artists include Leanna Christie, Andrew Miller & David Roe, Thea s pots, other exhibitors welcome call Jonathan on 07867 542 978
From Trudi Bell on 3 November 2011
COMMUNITY TREE PLANTING FOR EVERYONE
SAT.NOVEMBER 12TH AT 2.00PM.Meet near croquet/boules areas.
BRING A SPADE(if you have one).TEA AND CAKE AFTERWARDS-CONTRIBUTIONS WELCOME.
ENJOY PLANTING FOR THE FUTURE AND THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
CONTACT TRUDI FOR MORE DETAILS 896937 OR trudi@benchmark-homes.co.uk
From David Roe on 2 November 2011
Halloween at Moorhaven
many thanks to Johnny Mathys and Paul Penrose for organising the superb events at the clubhouse and at the tower. You can see two short videos of the events on the Moorhaven Blog at moorhaven.org.uk/blog
David Roe
From Donna Laws on 1 November 2011
Halloween / Fireworks at the Club House
Well done to Jonathon and his team (indoors & outdoors) for putting on such a fun event on Saturday. It was great to see so many people there from both Moorhaven & Bittaford. A big thank you to all those who brought along fireworks (at their own cost) so that we had a fabulous display. I understand that the childrens event in the afternoon was also a real success too. Ive met lots of people in the last 2 days who have said they had really enjoyed it. Heres to many more village events and making use of some wonderful resources right on our doorsteps.
Donna & Phil
From Sally Morgan on 31 October 2011
RIP Buster Morgan
Matt and Sallys beloved black & white cat Buster died un-expectantly in the early hours of Sunday morning. Those of you that knew him, or would see him strutting his stuff or watching guard at Moorfields know that he was a much loved characterful cat. Oh how he will be missed. At peace now buried in the garden with his blanket, brush and toy
From Jonathan Mathys on 31 October 2011
Great Halloween Parties at Clubhouse
Childrens party was packed with wonderfully dressed up witches and demons. Hands - on display of Large Owls and other birds was followed by apple bobbing, dancing, then display of snakes, terantula spiders and other real creepy crawleys. making up pumpkin heads completed the show
Rain held off for fireworks display and evening party , some fine fancy dress outfits... David Ions looked great in a huge white robe but first prize went to Jane wife of Dave the Moorhaven gardener
Thanks go to helpers inc Anouska and jan & families
From Paul on 31 October 2011
For any who missed the Tower of Death last night it will be open again tonight from 6-7.30
It will not have quite so many effects as on my own tonight but just come through the graveyard and up the stairs if you dare!
From Billy Mc Kenna on 31 October 2011
Congrats to Paul and friends at the Tower last night for a spectacular show. A truly terrifying experience. This gets better year after year. The kids were petrified and I almost fell down the stairs when the lady in white moved. A great visit and one we plan our trick or treating around.
Billy McKenna
From Stuart Newberry on 23 October 2011
Race Night - organised by Stuart Newberry to be held at Wrangaton Golf Club on Friday 4th Nov at 7.30pm. Quite a few Moorhaven residents are going. If you want to reserve tickets contact Stuart on 07901 506649 Tickets £10 to include food.
From Paul Penrose on 20 October 2011
Sunday 30th October between 5.30pm and 7.30pm The Tower of Death will be open for Ghosts, Ghouls,,Witches Wizards and the like. There will be stroble lighting and loud scary music. The stairwell will not be lit so bring a small torch. This can be quite scary for some kids so make sure they are accompanied. This time the ghosts are real!!
Enter at your own risk and be aware you may have to wait to avoid congestion in the stairwell.
From Jonathan Mathys on 18 October 2011
Dates - correction - Halloween parties are on sat 29th Oct not Nov
From Jonathan Mathys on 16 October 2011
Fireworks / Halloween Party Sat 29th Nov at Clubhouse 7,30 to 11pm, BBQ, Bar, Free entry , Fireworks approx 8.30 pm, Fancy Dress optional : Prizes for best and worst, help welcomed, info: Leslie 07739 184 185Jonathan 07867 842 978
From Jonathan Mathys on 16 October 2011
Halloween Children’s Fancy Dress party Sat 29th Nov at Clubhouse
4.30 – 7pm for under 11’s, party games, fancy dress competition, exhibition of real live reptiles – inc large lizards from Bittaford Reptile Rescue - wear your best ghostly outfit, younger ones accompanied please, refreshments £2 entry, Help from parents most welcome , info : Anouska 07971 980 095.
From andrew miller on 12 October 2011
Art classes -please note classes start on 15th November
From Trudi Bell on 12 October 2011
COMMUNITY TREE PLANTING FOR EVERYONE. SAT.NOVEMBER 12TH AT 2.00PM- MOORHAVEN.You do not have to be physically fit-we are not digging holes,just a single spade "stab & wiggle"forming a split into which we place the young tree sappling.Tea & Cake afterwards.Please ring or email Trudi if you are able to help or want more details.01752 896937 or trudi@benchmark-homes.co.uk Dont forget your SPADE!
From Trudi Bell on 12 October 2011
COMMUNITY TREE PLANTING FOR EVERYONE. SAT.NOVEMBER 12TH AT 2.00PM- MOORHAVEN.You do not have to be physically fit-we are not digging holes,just a single spade "stab & wiggle"forming a split into which we place the young tree sappling.Tea & Cake afterwards.Please ring or email Trudi if you are able to help or want more details.01752 896937 or trudi@benchmark-homes.co.uk
From Andrew Miller on 10 October 2011
Art Classes with Andrew Miller, Tuesdays 2-4pm at Clubhouse. 5 sessions until Christmas £35 . Andrew is well known locally for his seascapes. Recently back from challenging tour of Afganistan as Army Artist in residence. Examples of his work is on show at Clubhouse which is an inspirational room work in, beginners aand experienced welcome, watercolours/mixed and oils 07706 485 455/ andrewmillerartist.com/ andrewmiller.artist@hotmail.co.uk
From Jonathan Mathys on 7 October 2011
Family HALLOWEEN / FIREWORK PARTY at Clubhouse, Sat 29 October, BBQ & Fireworks, details to follow
From Jonathan Mathys on 7 October 2011
Clubhouse by playing field, refurbished, now available again for events,classes,parties, meetings etc large room with servery & kitchen & separate comittee room, bright and sunny, wonerful views, large terrace.plenty of parking, Jonathan Mathys 07867 542 978
From Trudi Bell on 5 October 2011
All year round GRASS AND STABLE for one HORSE or 1OR2 ponies.Pony companion (Yorkie-photo)in adjoining field and stable.D.I.Y.or \"Share Care\"by arrangement.Contact Trudi on 01752 896937
From Jonathan Mathys on 3 October 2011
Reminder: tuesday 4th 7.30pm Open Forum at Clubhouse by playing field, Chance to air topical views and afterwards meet Directors and neighbours over refreshments, all welcome, not just shareholders.
From Sally Webber on 3 October 2011
Nordic Walking -
If anyone is interested in having a go at this activity, with the poles supplied by the leader, please contact Steve or Sally Webber giving the Sundays you are avaible in October and November. We will then try to re-arrange for a date when most people can come. Email srwebber@sky.com or telephone 691968 or speak to us at the open forum on 4th October.
From TRUDI BELL on 3 October 2011
LIVERY FOR ONE("YORKIE"-PONY COMPANION IN ADJOINING FIELD AND STABLE)
D.I.Y.OR SHARE CARE BY ARRANGEMENT.ALL YEAR ROUND GRASS.STABLE.TACK AND FEEDSTORE.IN MOORHAVEN.
CONTACT TRUDI ON 01752 896937
From TRUDI BELL on 3 October 2011
COMMUNITY TREE PLANTING APPLICATION SUCCESSFUL.DATE FOR PLANTING SAT. NOVEMBER 12TH AT 10.45AM. MEET AT THE SUMMERHOUSE. SOUP AND ROLL AFTERWARDS.COME AND CHAT TO TRUDI AT THE OPEN FORUM OR GIVE HER A RING ANYTIME ON 01752 896937
From Stuart Newberry on 20 September 2011
FREE Learn to Sing course over 7 weeks for men starts 19th Oct with The Kingsmen. There are 3 Kingsmen in the village and recommend this course. Contact 01548 856528 to book your place or speak to Stuart Newberry.
From Stuart Newberry on 20 September 2011
Wrangaton Golf Club has an amazing membership introductory offer of £250 for full membership for a year. Go to website for more info. http://www.wrangatongolfclub.co.uk/pages.php/index.html If you want somewhere local for a drink, social membership is available. See website for more info.
From David Roe on 19 September 2011
Margaret Halliday Video
Margaret Halliday was the Moorhaven Hospital Manager at the time of its closure in 1993, having joined he hospital as a trainee nurse in the 1950s. In this video (about 30 minutes) she talks with Liz Scott about her career at the hospital.
You can see a small-screen version of the video on the Moorhaven blog.
You can also get a DVD from me - david@roeworks.com - price £3.00, all to be donated to Crossroads, a charity for people with mental health problems, suggested by Margaret Halliday.
David Roe
From Lesley Abraham on 16 September 2011
POLICE MESSAGE:
This message relates to Log no: 807 of the 15/09/2011 Police have concern for the welfare of a 65yr old female named Marcia and are asking for your observations in helping them to find her. Marcia was last seen yesterday the 15/09/2011 in Riviera Court Torquay but does know our area and may have travelled there. Marcia is a white female of large build with short white hair styled in a bob shape, she was wearing a purple fleece and blue jeans. If you see Marcia or have any information that might help trace her that please contact the police on 08452 777 444 quoting CMS and log no 807 of the 15/09/2011 or e-mail general.enquiries@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk. Thank you.
Thank you for your continued support of the Community Messaging System.
From Paul Penrose on 14 September 2011
Hi all
Lost my car key on the footbal pitch training last night....does anyone have a metal detector...please e-mail me or call 07875 321258
i would be eternally grateful
Pee
From Steve Webber on 11 September 2011
Hello We have arranged for a 2 hour introduction to Nordic walking to take place from the village on Sunday 2nd October. This is an excellent way to get the most out of your walking, walk further more easily, get fitter and burn more calories. The walk will be led by Elaine Sylvester for more information about Nordic walking and Elaine herself visit the www.lovedartmoor.com website. If you are interested in joining us on Sunday 2nd October at 10.30 am please send an email to Steve and Sally Webber at srwebber@sky.com The cost will be dependent on the number of people who come but will not be more than £10. We will be walking on the moor so suitable footwear will be required but Elaine will provide poles for everyone so come along and work up an appetite for lunch. We look forward to hearing from you.
From Jonathan Mathys on 8 September 2011
John Petits funeral is 12pm tommorrow Friday 9th Salcombe church, reception after at Yacht Club, anyone wishing lift please call jonathan on 07867 542 978 / 01752 651491
From paul penrose on 6 September 2011
Plymouth Tri Club is putting on a noveice aquathlon and a junior Try a Tri on Sunday 25th September at Central Park.
Any age, any ability catered for. This is a fun event and not a race so do not feel intimaidated and come and have a go.
We already have 6 people from the village involved in the Junior section and the more the merrier.
These events are FREE to all and there are also free training sessions available to help promote health and participation in Sport.
The novice aquathlon is a 400m swim and 5k run.
The Junior Try a Tri distances are shorter and aimed at the under 16s.
If you would like more information then please e-mail me at racedirector@plymouthtriclub.co.uk
From Paul Penrose on 6 September 2011
Good news...Flossy the sheep has been found so you can rest easy and no more sheepless nights.
Paul
From Paul Penrose on 5 September 2011
Hi
I have lost one of my sheep during the carriage racing yesterday. She has escaped and in spite of a thorough search has still not materialised.
She is a very large, white faced and very timid sheep. Please can you keep an eye out for her especially by the woods. She will lay low!
Please call Paul on 07970 728821 or post on the mesage board if you have any news.
Thank you
Paul
From jonathan mathys on 1 September 2011
Carriage Driving event, this sunday 4th sept based around the lakefield. 20 or so outfits big and small will drive individually through the village from 1pm -2pm to south brent and return 2pm -3pm. from 3pm on the cross country course including some fast driven obstacles and a spectacular water splash and cone driving course is easily viewed from the lakehouse spectators inc disabled/infirm welcome, ,no charge for entry, refreshments available. BBQ on saturday 3rd sept7.30 pm £8.50 by ticket entry,please phone beforehand to book.
From Stuart Newberry on 1 September 2011
The Kingsmen are a mens barbershop chorus based at Kingsbridge, although members come from far and wide, including three of us from Moorhaven. Were running a FREE 7 week Learn to Sing course starting 19th October. If youre interested please book your place soon via 01548 856528
From jonathan mathys on 28 August 2011
It is with sadness I report that resident John Petit died peacefully at St Lukes Hospice last friday. He had lived in the village for 8 years at Tower View cottage on the corner in Church lane and was well known and often seen riding his prized motor scooter which he rented a garage for so that it could be kept in pristine condition.
He helped Peggy Douglas at The Riding for Disabled and regularly rode Molly my ever willing grey mare, again this year coming high up in the National championships only 2 months ago in dressage for the disabled at Hartbury in Gloucestershire.His house was full of pictures of Molly and the rosettes he had won.
He regularly helped do the barbecue at village events
His Funeral will be Friday the 9th at Salcombe where he had spent most of his earlier life. Molly has offered her services to take him on his last journey in the carriage which he often had helped to drive. Anyone wishing to go contact me on 07867 542 978