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Village Lives is a marvellous book, containing a host of interesting articles which were published in the Parish News between 1975 and 2009. It gives a vivid picture of life in Broadhempston, Landscove, Littlehempston, Staverton and Woodland, their inhabitants, the society and the social changes that have occurred in relatively few years. The Parish News editors were keen to preserve and present the social history just sitting there modestly within all these magazines. Suitable local photos have been included in the presentation. The Village Lives page explains how you can read the book here online, download your own copy from this website, or buy a hard copy.

In 2017, a Youth Club was set up for the children of Littlehempston and the local area. In March 2018, Asher Lvin took over running the club and provided a great mix of action packed activities. Sadly, some good things come to an end, as Asher explains here…

“I am sorry to say that 15th August will be the last session for the youth club for the foreseeable future. I am going to be a full time Year 3 teacher from September and have decided to keep other regular work commitments to a minimum. The Community Space Team has also decided that, as there are now less children actually in Littlehempston within the age range, they would now like to focus on other areas of community activity. I fully support their decision. I am sorry if you are disappointed. It has been a great experience for me, running the youth club these past few years. I’d like to thank the Space Team for all the fantastic work they do for the local community and for supporting the youth club both financially and with practical support throughout its existence.

I would especially like to thank Val Hoare, who has volunteered her time and energy for every session. She is a wonderful, dynamic, creative, generous person. Thanks Val!

Thanks also to you, Littlehempston Youth Club children (and their parents), for your commitment over the years! Without your energy, enthusiasm, ideas and friendliness, there would have been no youth club. Keep up the fantastic work…and play! Thanks for all the laughs, fascinating ideas and shared activities!

I look forward to seeing you on 15th August – If you could let me know if you definitely will or definitely won’t be able to attend, that would be great (if you are not sure, no worries, just check in nearer the time).”

A huge thank you to Asher for giving our young ones so many happy times. And for keeping the show on the road despite Covid 19! We wish him all the best for the future and the Year 3 children who will have him as their teacher are very lucky indeed!

Happy days. The Tally Ho and the Pig & Whistle will be welcoming back customers from this Saturday onwards. Both pubs have social distancing measures in place and are offering tables inside and out. Best to book, as customers will only be served at tables.

Many of us owe a big thank you to Kelly and Mike Joiner for working hard to keep locals fed during lockdown with their tasty take-aways. And if you haven’t been down to the Tally in the last month, prepare for a big surprise, as they have also been busy giving the garden a stylish make-over. The planting is blooming lovely and there’s plenty of room to sit outside at the new colourful tables and chairs – all socially distanced – with cover from a sturdy canopy to protect from sun and rain. With fairy lights!

The Tally will be open during its normal hours for drinks. Chef Paul is back in action with a great new menu and you can enjoy a lunchtime meal on Friday, Saturday and Sunday and in the evening on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. And if you’re still avoiding public places, the Tally continues to offer the usual takeaway service on Wednesday evenings and between 5 and 6pm on Fridays.

Phil and Donna at The Pig have also made the most of lockdown by extending and enhancing the outdoor seating area. The Pig will be open all weekend with meals served at lunchtime and in the evening, then shut for Monday and Tuesday to assess how things went and re-open from Wednesday, hopefully with normal service.

Like all pubs, our two locals have been put under an enormous strain over the last 3 months, and we are very lucky to have them both back in action. Do support them in whatever way you can, as they work to re-establish business. Drinking and eating well is not such a hard ask!