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River Yealm RegattaProgram of events P7

Cool Kit For Hot Days Cool gadgets for the hazy days of Summer P26

Summer HealthHow to feel great this Summer P44

Plymouth ArtFrame Cafè A stunning & unique art gallery & chic cafeP32-33

Your TIme To Shine?The coaching booth can show you how P45,53

AUGUST2012

The Monkey Sanctuary, Looe, Cornwall. 10% off admission if you buy your tickets

online at www.monkeysanctuary.org

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As I write this introduction for the August edition of Signpost, there’s not a cloud in the sky and it feels like a proper Summers day.

Hard to believe that literally only a week ago, the weather caused such devastation with The River Yealm bursting its banks and ‘Yealmpton’ making the national news (some very entertaining pronunciations of the word ‘Yealmpton’ were heard during the news reports).

The knock on effect has seen The Yealmpton Show and many other local events being cancelled - such a shame for those who work so hard to make these events happen.

Whilst many of us were watching Andy Murray battle it out at Wimbeldon, the residents of Yealmtpon were facing their own battle trying to save their possessions and starting a mass clear up. I’ve heard stories of people helping each other and rolling up their sleeves to help their friends and neighbours - that’s the great thing about village communities!

Well, here’s hoping that the dry weather is here to stay for a little while - there are still lots of local events happening during August so please take the time to read the what’s on section on pages 4-7 and support them when you can.

Local Event ListingsLots of local what’s on events including The Yealm Regatta and tide tables for August P4-7

MotoringReview of the BMW M5 P12

London 2012A Full Olympic Games Programme P8,9

Creating SpaceSix Quick & Easy Tips To Create More Space P16,18

TravelGdansk On The Motlawa River P22

Holiday TechnologyThe best holiday tech from books on the beach to battling bites P28

Cool Kit For Hot DaysThe Coolest Gadgets For The Hazy Days of Summer P26

Plymouth ArtFrameA Unique Cafè/Art Gallery Experience P32,33

Summer HealthHow to Feel Great This Summer P44

The Coaching BoothIt’s Your Time To Shine! P45 & 53

GardeningYour Plants DON’T Want a Holiday! P58

And lots more so sit down and have a browse!

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A u g u s t E ve n t s

Auction of Promises In Aid Of Childrens Liver Disease Foundationmodbury memorial Hall.the evening will include food and an auction of a range of fantasic items inculding a week in a timeshare in Florida, a week in a cottage in st Ives, a pamper day at nicholas Hair and beauty, 2 places on a yacht for the eddystone pursuit race on august 18th, gifts from bachinelli of Kingsbridge, a 1 hour studio photoshoot with norsworthy photography and many more. there will also be a bar available. tickets are £10 and for ticket information, contact Jenni on 01548 854100

Saturday 11th August

Ivybridge U3A Meeting 2.00pm in the methodist Church Fore street, Ivybridge. the speaker will be John bower ‘my life as a Vet’.

Monday 20th August

Summer Fun In The Woodsat various locations across plymouth. activities include water play, mud sculptures, bug hunting, games, arts and crafts.. Visit www.visitplymouth.co.uk for more details..

7th-23rd August

British Firework Championshipstwo evenings of spectacular firework displays as the winners from the last six years battle it out to be Champion of Champions.

14-15th August

Flavour Fest, Plymouth City Centreover 100 stalls, chef demonstrations and a ‘Food is Fun’ pavillion where kids can get their hands dirty!

17th-19th August

River Yealm Regatta please see page 7 for full program.

Thurs 2nd Aug-Fri 7th September

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St Peters, Revelstoke, Noss Mayo Village Fetesee page 6 for full details.

27th August (August Bank Holiday)

Contact: Stuart Burgin 872553If cancelled due to bad weather cakes, plants etc will be on sale in the village hall.

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books for the book stallmattresses for the slippery pole

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27th August 2012 Noss Green

from 12:00pm till 4:30pmChildren-s games start at 2:30pm

August Bank Holiday

Come along for the fun and gamesCome along for the BBQ

Come along for the stalls and prizesso much more for you to do

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ENGLAND — RIVER YEALM ENTRANCE

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TIME ZONE UT(GMT) TIMES AND HEIGHTS OF HIGH AND LOWWATERS YEAR 2012

0014 4.4 0211 4.5 0210 4.8 0312 4.5 0256 4.7 0332 4.4 0453 5.0 0447 4.80700 1.8 0831 1.6 0839 1.3 0924 1.6 0920 1.3 0933 1.7 1110 0.9 1047 1.2

TU 1314 4.3 W 1445 4.5 F 1453 4.8 SA 1537 4.7 SU 1531 4.9 M 1555 4.7 W 1713 5.3 TH 1702 5.11932 1.8 2057 1.7 2110 1.2 2152 1.6 2153 1.2 2204 1.6 2337 0.6 2314 1.0

0136 4.6 0305 4.6 0318 5.0 0401 4.6 0402 4.9 0423 4.6 0545 5.1 0531 5.00811 1.5 0925 1.4 0942 1.0 1013 1.5 1023 1.0 1025 1.5 1159 0.6 1133 1.0

W 1429 4.6 TH 1533 4.7 SA 1553 5.1 SU 1623 4.8 M 1631 5.2 TU 1642 4.9 TH 1801 5.5 F 1745 5.32041 1.5 2148 1.5 2211 0.9 2238 1.4 2253 0.9 2253 1.3 O 2357 0.8

0249 4.8 0352 4.8 0419 5.1 0447 4.8 0502 5.1 0509 4.8 0024 0.4 0613 5.10914 1.1 1012 1.3 1040 0.8 1056 1.3 1120 0.8 1111 1.2 0632 5.2 1215 0.8

TH 1529 4.9 F 1615 4.8 SU 1649 5.3 M 1705 5.0 TU 1725 5.4 W 1725 5.1 F 1244 0.5 SA 1825 5.42141 1.1 2233 1.3 2307 0.7 2320 1.3 O 2348 0.6 2337 1.1 1845 5.5

0350 5.1 0434 4.9 0516 5.3 0530 4.9 0557 5.2 0553 4.9 0108 0.3 0038 0.61011 0.8 1053 1.1 1133 0.6 1136 1.2 1212 0.6 1154 1.1 0715 5.3 0653 5.2

F 1623 5.1 SA 1654 5.0 M 1741 5.4 TU 1746 5.1 W 1816 5.5 TH 1806 5.2 SA 1325 0.5 SU 1255 0.72236 0.7 2313 1.1 O 2359 0.5 2358 1.1 1926 5.5 1905 5.4

0444 5.3 0514 4.9 0610 5.3 0611 4.9 0038 0.4 0018 1.0 0147 0.4 0117 0.61104 0.5 1131 1.1 1224 0.5 1213 1.1 0648 5.2 0634 5.0 0752 5.2 0732 5.2

SA 1713 5.4 SU 1731 5.1 TU 1831 5.5 W 1824 5.1 TH 1300 0.5 F 1234 1.0 SU 1402 0.6 M 1332 0.62328 0.5 2349 1.1 1904 5.5 1845 5.2 2001 5.4 1943 5.4

0536 5.4 0552 5.0 0049 0.4 0035 1.1 0125 0.4 0057 0.9 0222 0.6 0153 0.61153 0.4 1204 1.0 0701 5.3 0651 4.9 0737 5.2 0714 5.0 0824 5.1 0809 5.2

SU 1801 5.5 M 1807 5.1 W 1312 0.5 TH 1250 1.1 F 1344 0.5 SA 1312 0.9 M 1435 0.8 TU 1409 0.7O 1919 5.5 1901 5.1 1949 5.5 1923 5.3 2031 5.2 2021 5.4

0016 0.3 0022 1.0 0137 0.4 0111 1.0 0208 0.5 0134 0.8 0254 0.9 0229 0.70626 5.5 0629 5.0 0751 5.2 0729 4.9 0821 5.1 0752 5.0 0851 4.9 0845 5.2

M 1240 0.3 TU 1236 1.1 TH 1358 0.6 F 1325 1.1 SA 1425 0.7 SU 1349 0.9 TU 1505 1.1 W 1445 0.81848 5.6 1841 5.1 2005 5.4 1936 5.1 2030 5.4 1959 5.3 2059 5.0 2059 5.2

0102 0.3 0053 1.1 0222 0.5 0146 1.0 0248 0.6 0210 0.8 0322 1.2 0305 0.90715 5.4 0705 4.9 0840 5.1 0805 4.8 0900 5.0 0828 5.0 0920 4.8 0924 5.0

TU 1325 0.4 W 1306 1.1 F 1441 0.8 SA 1400 1.1 SU 1503 0.9 M 1425 0.9 W 1535 1.4 TH 1524 1.11933 5.5 1915 5.1 2050 5.3 2010 5.1 2105 5.2 2036 5.2 2128 4.8 2140 5.0

0147 0.4 0123 1.1 0306 0.8 0222 1.1 0325 0.9 0246 0.9 0351 1.6 0346 1.30803 5.3 0739 4.8 0925 4.9 0841 4.8 0933 4.8 0904 4.9 0953 4.6 1008 4.8

W 1409 0.6 TH 1336 1.2 SA 1524 1.1 SU 1436 1.2 M 1539 1.2 TU 1501 1.0 TH 1606 1.8 F 1611 1.52018 5.4 1947 5.0 2133 5.1 2047 5.0 2137 4.9 2114 5.1 2204 4.5 2230 4.7

0232 0.6 0154 1.2 0350 1.1 0259 1.1 0401 1.2 0324 1.0 0426 1.9 0437 1.60850 5.1 0813 4.7 1010 4.7 0919 4.7 1005 4.6 0944 4.8 1035 4.4 1106 4.5

TH 1453 0.9 F 1407 1.3 SU 1607 1.4 M 1516 1.3 TU 1616 1.5 W 1542 1.2 F 1651 2.1 SA 1713 1.82102 5.2 2020 4.9 2215 4.8 2128 4.9 2210 4.7 2158 4.9 2250 4.3 2338 4.4

0317 0.9 0227 1.3 0435 1.4 0342 1.3 0439 1.6 0407 1.3 0521 2.1 0551 2.00939 4.8 0848 4.6 1057 4.5 1003 4.6 1042 4.5 1031 4.7 1132 4.2 1228 4.4

F 1538 1.2 SA 1443 1.5 M 1654 1.6 TU 1602 1.4 W 1658 1.8 TH 1631 1.5 SA 1802 2.3 SU 1844 2.02149 4.9 2057 4.8 2303 4.6 2216 4.8 2250 4.5 2249 4.7 2356 4.1

0406 1.3 0307 1.4 0524 1.6 0432 1.4 0524 1.8 0501 1.5 0637 2.3 0114 4.31034 4.5 0930 4.5 1151 4.3 1056 4.6 1131 4.3 1130 4.5 1254 4.2 0736 2.0

SA 1628 1.6 SU 1526 1.6 TU 1746 1.9 W 1657 1.6 TH 1750 2.0 F 1734 1.7 SU 1919 2.3 M 1358 4.52245 4.7 2142 4.7 2313 4.7 2345 4.3 2356 4.5 2026 1.8

0502 1.6 0357 1.5 0004 4.4 0534 1.5 0621 2.0 0614 1.7 0145 4.1 0242 4.41139 4.3 1021 4.4 0620 1.8 1158 4.5 1237 4.2 1245 4.5 0751 2.1 0903 1.7

SU 1727 1.8 M 1621 1.7 W 1251 4.3 TH 1807 1.7 F 1854 2.1 SA 1900 1.8 M 1427 4.3 TU 1511 4.82358 4.5 2237 4.6 1847 2.0 2030 2.0 2138 1.4

0607 1.8 0500 1.6 0113 4.3 0022 4.6 0107 4.2 0121 4.4 0305 4.3 0350 4.71248 4.3 1122 4.4 0722 1.9 0650 1.6 0726 2.0 0745 1.8 0858 1.9 1005 1.3

M 1837 2.0 TU 1731 1.8 TH 1352 4.3 F 1311 4.6 SA 1356 4.3 SU 1407 4.6 TU 1529 4.6 W 1609 5.12341 4.6 1954 2.0 1927 1.6 2002 2.1 2029 1.7 2133 1.7 2233 1.0

0109 4.4 0616 1.6 0216 4.4 0140 4.6 0230 4.3 0245 4.5 0400 4.6 0443 5.00722 1.8 1232 4.4 0827 1.8 0808 1.5 0832 1.9 0908 1.5 0957 1.5 1056 0.9

TU 1351 4.3 W 1850 1.7 F 1447 4.5 SA 1425 4.7 SU 1502 4.5 M 1519 4.8 W 1618 4.9 TH 1658 5.31953 1.9 2057 1.8 2044 1.5 2108 1.9 2144 1.3 2226 1.3 2321 0.6

0054 4.6 0354 4.7 0529 5.20731 1.5 1014 1.2 1141 0.6

TH 1346 4.6 TU 1620 5.1 F 1742 5.52003 1.5 2245 1.0 O

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SUMMARY OF EVENTS

Thursday 2nd August Waterborne Treasure Hunt Time: 6pmDetails: Enter at Yealm Steps (No vehicles including bicycles).

Friday 3rd AugustRowing Heats at the BrookTime: 6pm

Saturday 4th AugustRowing Heats at the BrookTime: 6pm

Saturday 4th AugustRegatta Dance at Yealm Yacht ClubTime: 8pm

Sunday 5th AugustLadies Cricket followed by Men’s Cricket at Butts ParkTime: 12pmDetails: Refreshements Available

Sunday 5th AugustRowing Heats at the BrookTime: 7pm

Monday 6th AugustJunior Tennis Competition (under 16)Time: 9.30amDetails: All day event - players are expected to stay until out of competition and must be accompanied by an adult

Wednesday 8th AugustDayboat SailingTime: 6.30pmDetails: Mouthstone start. Wednesday Night Course

Saturday 11th AugustRowing FinalsTime: 10.30am

Saturday 11th AugustFirework display from the Brook.Time: 9.30pm

Sunday 12th AugustRowing FinalsTime: 12pm

Sunday 26th AugustMini-RegattaTime: 11.30amDetails: Popes Quay. Mens & Ladies Crabber Races, Shovel Races, Waterborne Tugs-of-War

Friday 7th SeptemberPrizegiving at The Village Hall, Noss Mayo.Time: 7pm


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BMW likes to do efficiency these days. That means big, brash and loud is out and in its place comes clever use of technology to excite drivers. That means big changes for the marque’s loudest cars, like the M5. The 5.0-litre V10 of the previous generation has been killed off, and in its place is a smaller 4.4-litre V8.

Before you become too upset though, things aren’t as bad as they seem. Yes, the powerplant may have lost a few cylinders and cubic capacity, but thanks to a brace of turbochargers this new lump is actually more powerful and more efficient (there’s that word again) than the engine it replaces.

How much more? Well, power is up 10 per cent to 560bhp and torque increased by a whopping 30 per cent to 680Nm. Ok, so that’s a little off the Merc’s 800Nm of pull, but still mighty impressive.

It all helps the new M5 hit 60 mph in 4.4 seconds and crack on to 155 mph. Equally impressive is the improvements at the

Model: BMW M5

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Engine: 4.4 Litre, V8 twin turbo

Power: 560bhp, 680Nm

Max speed: 155mph

0-60mph: 4.4s

MPG (comb’d): 28

Emissions: 234g/km

pumps – fuel economy is up from 20mpg to 28mpg while emissions have been slashed 112g/km to 234g/km. A major achievement.

But to be honest, we don’t really care about the latter. What we really care about is whether it feels as good as the V10? And the simple answer is no – it’s better.

There’s no denying the M5 is a big car, but it feels the smallest, most compact here. It’s easy to jump in and drive – and drive fast. It’s flattering on the road, and hugely exciting on the track. With the traction control engaged, there’s just enough slip to put a grin on your face, yet save you from the kitty litter. With it off, it’s a tail out showboater.

That 4.4-litre engine sounds brilliant too. Like a mini Bugatti Veyron it angrily sucks in air and spits out a venomous bark from its quad pipes. Equally thrilling is its rapid DCT seven-speed gearbox. Far superior to the Merc’s set up, this twin clutch box fires through ratios with a ferocity only seen before on a Ferrari 458.

Inside it feels a lot more modern than the Mercedes – its closest rival here – with brilliant seats, a superb driving position and wonderfully direct and supple steering. Tech levels are understandably high for a £73k car with a head up display, DAB radio, 19-inch alloys, night vision and lots more.

But it’s not the kit or space that puts the Beemer in the number one spot here – it’s the driving experience. This is one mighty M model that’s simple to jump in and drive fast.

Masses of electronic trickery help, but that absolute peach of an engine (BMW’s most potent ever, no less), that visceral noise and that smile you’ll find hard to wipe off your face every time you drive it, help it secure the top spot.

by James Baggott, editor of Car Dealer Magazine (CarDealerMag.co.uk)

VERDICT: It has BMW’s most potent powerplant ever, sounds amazing and is as easy to drive as a 520d.



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Step Five: Add glass and mirrorsWith a little thought and not too much expense, simply hanging a mirror can create the illusion of space where it does not exist and double the apparent size of a room. One positioned opposite a window will distribute the maximum amount of natural light; near a light fitting, a mirror will reflect its brilliance around the room. Glass, too, provides vistas from room to room or from inside to out, really opening up a home. If you are having building work done, consider glass walls, floors or even stairs, but for quicker, cheaper solutions you could opt for glass doors, glass or acrylic furniture or see-through accessories such as lamp bases, door knobs and vases.

Step Six: Use clever colourColour can manipulate our sense of space enormously. Pale colours seem to recede, enhancing a sense of spaciousness, while darker colours absorb light and therefore appear more enclosing. Colours on the ‘cool’ spectrum, such as blue and green, are more distancing than ‘warm’ colours such as red and yellow. Whites, off-whites and cool pastels are, therefore, perfect for making small spaces seem larger – and they look sophisticated and contemporary, too, especially when combined with the natural textures of materials such as timber and stone.

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• Yoga is a great exercise for stretching and toning your muscles without having to break out into sweat. In the summer heat, your muscles are already warm and relaxed. Even better, find a class held outside to enjoy nature along with your session.

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WellbeingWe all have to deal with stress at some point and research shows that it’s actually the small things in life (being stuck in a traffic jam, forgetting to pick up the dry cleaning, missing a work deadline etc) that causes more tension and anxiety than the major life events.

So, allow yourself some ‘me time’. This simply means doing things just for yourself and just for the pleasure of it. Allowing yourself 20 minutes a day to potter in your garden, read the paper, or even take a nap calms the mind, lowers blood pressure and, just as importantly, gives you a few minutes to just ‘be’. More recent research shows that we don’t necessarily need eight hours sleep. Many of us can exist quite happily on less but what’s important is the quality of your sleep rather than the quantity. Try to stick to a routine, even with the lighter summer nights, winding down and avoiding alcohol too late in the evening. If your room gets too warm, fans are a great way to cool the temperature and their low hum will help you drift off to sleep.

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with their roots up in the air they are especially prone to drought. Unless you have a really reliable watering helper lined up, it’s best to carefully lower hanging baskets and stand each one on its own pot in a shady spot where it will dry out less quickly.Planters and patio pots lose moisture very readily especially if the weather is hot, windy or, worse, a combination of both. By carefully grouping the pots together in one place you’ll not only make it easier for your holiday helper to find them all, but will also create shade around the roots of the pots, so reducing the risk of drought and heat damage. Try to position more drought tolerant patio plants such as pelargoniums, towards the outer edge of the group, and more drought prone plants towards the cooler centre of the group.Make sure that your garden sheds and other storage areas are properly secured so that there’s less chance that any light-fingered guests will burgle your belongings. It’s worth giving the padlock keys to a neighbour, just in case there is anything in the shed that might be needed in your absence.Ladders, mattocks, spades and other

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York Times bestseller list and stayed there for 187 weeks. The divorcee up sticks and goes on a voyage of discovery. Four months of eating her way across Italy, followed by three months in India, praying, her journey ‘ends’ in Bali where…well, I wouldn’t want to ruin it for you.

The BeachAlex GarlandThe Beach is a cautionary tale about the pit-falls of the pursuit of pleasure. English backpacker Richard is thrilled when he’s given a map that could lead him to a hidden beach, untouched by the throngs of tourists in Thailand. With two French friends in tow he sets out to find utopia. Inevitably, paradise is quickly lost as they encounter the isolated community. The group contends with food poisoning en masse, shark attacks and a Thai militia; turning the idyllic setting into something that resembles an episode of ‘Lost’.

backdrop of political and social tension as people searched for an alternative to the American Dream, it’s extremely wacky.

On the RoadJack KerouacKerouac defined the Beat Generation and travelled cross-country to a soundtrack of jazz, drugs and poetry. Told through the eyes of an alter-ego, On the Road sees Kerouac use his real-life friends, lovers and acquaintances as characters, and America as the backdrop. It’s a personal quest for meaning and purpose. Hailed as one of the greatest ever works of literature, it’s a real escape into a bohemian existence.

Journey to the River SeaEva IbbotsonFor the adventurous child in us, Eva Ibbotson’s story of Maia and her travels along the Amazon with her governess will transport you deep into the heart of the jungle. It’s a fast-

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Down UnderBill BrysonBryson’s trip begins with him trying to remember the name of the Australian Prime Minister. Obviously, power has changed hands several times since he wrote Down Under but his awe of this ancient land is timeless. Bryson’s ever-witty style and commentary is completely suited to the country that gave us the duck-billed platypus and the bouncing kangaroo. He’ll answer all those tricky questions you’re likely to have such as how to survive in the outback and what you should keep in your ‘esky’. It’s important information if you’re going to make it ‘Down Under’.

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