The Inner Wheel Club of Bude are delighted to report that they have invited Lisa Wood to be an Honorary Member for the coming year.

Lisa is very well known in Bude for her fitness classes and social activities and has been a valued supporter of the Club’s fundraising activities, particularly the annual charity lunch.

Lisa says she is honoured to be invited to join Bude Inner Wheel and the club are very much looking forward to welcoming her to their meetings and enjoying her company during the coming year.

Pam Colwill of Whitstone led the service at Morwenstow Methodist Chapel at Shop on Sunday, August 3.

Colin Tape was organist for the hymns: ‘Come let us sing of a wonderful love’, ‘See ye first the Kingdom of God’, ‘Take my life and let it be’ and ‘When we walk with the Lord’.

The lessons were read by Debbie French and Jill Johns The Merrytones Praise Group sang: 'Each step I take'. The projector was controlled by Stuart Ash.

The service was followed by coffee and a chance to chat in The Wesley Room.

A cream tea was recently held in the Community Hall. Proceeds were for FCN (Farming Community Network).

At our second July meeting Launceston Probus members were given an illustrated talk on Children's Hospice South West (CHSW) by Annabel Roberts.

Annabel started by saying that the hospices were initially formed to provide a local respite for children with life limiting conditions. This was to overcome the problem that at the time the nearest hospice was at Oxford. There are three hospices - the first was Little Bridge in North Devon, followed by Charlton Farm near Bristol and Little Harbour in Cornwall.

The aims of the hospices are to provide end of life care for children, as well as respite rest for families and bereavement support. An important role is to avoid children going into hospital, and the hospices are designed to look like home, giving the families the opportunity to either mingle or find a quiet place. Facilities include a dining room, playrooms, a conservatory and gardens. Among the other facilities are sensory rooms and music therapy for youngsters who find verbal communication difficult.

The hospices hold annual remembrance days for bereaved families, where families can put notes on a memory tree.

To cater for changing needs CHSW recently introduced home visits.

The hospices are mainly funded by donations from their local communities, with a number of events and activities. Only 12 per cent of funding comes from the government

Annabel concluded by answering a number of questions from members.

She commented that the demand for services is increasing, and this would be covered by more home visits and short stays

Chairman Christopher thanked Annabel for her presentation, and Probus members requested that a visit to Little Harbour should be organised.

Mens’ Probus meet on the second and fourth. Monday of each month and Ladies’ Probus on the third Monday of each month, with a speaker followed by an optional lunch.There are no meetings on Bank Holidays or during the month of August. The clubs are primarily for retired or semi-retired people, providing a relaxed atmosphere with a focus on entertainment.

The first meeting in September will be entertained by well known broadcaster Daphne Skinner talking on her experiences at the BBC.

Chairman Christopher also inducted new member Gordon.

For further information on past and future activities of Probus, including talks and visits, please visit our website at probusclub.net/launcestoncornwalluk/ or our Facebook page ’Probus Club of Launceston - Cornwall’.

A service to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VJ Day will take place at St Julitta’s Church, Lanteglos by Camelford on Friday, August 15, at 6pm.

Prior to the service wreaths will be laid at the War Memorial at the church by the mayor of Camelford and a representative of the Royal British Legion followed by a two minute silence.

After the service the church bells will be rung.

Karen Shepherd welcomed all to the service at the Methodist Chapel on Sunday 3rd and handed over to Christine Forster of Holsworthy who was the appointed Preacher.

We worshipped the Lord by singing: ‘Spirit of the Living God’, ‘Come let us sing of a wonderful love’, ‘The Spirit lives to set us free’, ‘O Thou who camest from above’ and ‘I'll go in the strength of the Lord’.

The singing was accompanied by Dionne Bere on the keyboard and with Avril Glessing. Marlene Heard and John Cleave as vocalists.

The lessons were both read by Marlene Heard.

Refreshments were served after the service.

The monthly village coffee morning was held on Thursday, August 7, and was held in the Social Club of the Village Hall.

Thank you to Mary Care and Lorraine Marshall for hosting this month.

North Hill Parish Council held their monthly meeting on August 4 at North Hill Village Hall.

No members of the public attended the meeting.

There were no planning applications that required submitted recommendations from North Hill Parish Council. There were two planning matters forwarded by Cornwall Council for information:

6.1 PA25/04632 - Land North East of West Tremollett, West Tremollett Road, Coads Green, PL15 7NA - Prior notification of agricultural or forestry development for dry storage building – prior approval not required.

6.2 PA25/03222 - Penhole Farm, Penhole Road, Coads Green, PL15 7LZ - Proposal Prior Approval for the proposed change of use of four existing agricultural barns to form five dwellinghouses and operational development. New external doors and windows are proposed as part for the development – prior approval not required. Both were noted for information.

The chairman proceeded to share a thank you card received by members of the public to thank the parish council for their purchase of a memorial bench with plaque in memory of Cllr Brian Ruby who was a trusted and valued councillor for many years.

Other matters included discussion regarding the persistent parking difficulties in North Hill Village Hall. It was previously agreed to purchase signs to direct members of the public who are not using the village hall, to park at the end of the car park or use the overflow car park. The signs have now been purchased and will be erected in the near future in the car park.

Progress on the opening of the cemetery continues, quotes had recently been obtained for the laying of the path however it was resolved to defer the discussion until January 2026 primarily due to budgetary requirements. It was resolved however to purchase the granite posts for the gateway to the cemetery which would be fitted in due course.

It was further agreed that yellow lines on the junction leading into North Hill Village Hall car park would increase visibility as currently several close accidents have been reported. The request for yellow lines would be progressed through the Community Area Partnership Meetings over the coming months.

The next meeting is due to take place on September 1 at North Hill Village Hall. Members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting, alternatively, should any members of the public wish to add any issues to the agenda for discussion, do email the clerk on [email protected]

Twenty-six members of the Lezant Lunch Club were welcomed by Ken Scoble at Trebullett Hall on Wednesday, July 30.

Members enjoyed a delicious meal of chicken and leek pie served with seasonal vegetables. The desert was lemon tart and cream. A vegetarian alternative was available. The caterers were Marilyn Davey, Irene Nash and Ruth Burden.The servers were Janet Docherty, Judith Smith and Vivienne Hunt.

During coffee, members were entertained by a picture quiz presented by Angela Morrison. The theme was board games.

The Lezant Lunch Club meets on the last Wednesday of each month. The next meal will be held on Wednesday, August 27. The cost to members will be £5 for two courses plus coffee. Phone Ruth on 01566 782286 to book a place.