RYDA Newsletter 11/2024
You probably use tons of expressions, idioms, proverbs, and slang phrases every day that don’t make literal sense. If you ever thought long and hard about why you say something a certain way, you could probably make a guess. However, some English expressions are so unusual that it is impossible to guess where on earth they originated from — unless you know the history. Here are the penultimate few.
“Gutted” refers to strong negative emotions. The closest synonyms are “devastated” or “grief-stricken.” The term has been used in British English for centuries, though it originally referred to a person having their stomach cut open with a knife or sword.
“Chinwag”
A “chinwag” is just a casual conversation. If you break down the word, it actually makes sense. Your chin moves when you speak, and the word “wag” is a synonym for “shake.” In any case, “chinwag” has likely been used in England since the Victorian Era.
“Bog”
Though a “bog” can refer to a kind of swamp, it usually means “toilet” in British English. The word evolved from “bog-house” (a kind of outdoor bathroom), which itself derived from the Old English term, “boggard.” Despite its many variations over the years, “bog” has likely been in use for centuries.
“Hat trick”;
Though this term is most commonly used in reference to three goals made by one team in a football match, a “hat trick” can actually refer to three of anything. The term originally came from the game of cricket, in which a bowler has taken three wickets with three consecutive balls. When this happened, the bowler was traditionally presented with a hat.
“Boot”
The word “boot” refers to the trunk or rear compartment of a car. In the time before cars, carriage drivers had to store their boots and tools in a special compartment under their feet. This was often referred to as the boot locker and later shortened to “boot.” Even once carriages became a thing of the past, the term “boot” stuck around.
Bite the bullet
To accept something difficult or unpleasant. Origin: In the olden days, when doctors were short on anaesthesia or time during a battle, they would ask the patient to bite down on a bullet to distract from the pain. The first recorded use of the phrase was in 1891 in The Light that Failed by R Kipling.
(One of our coommittee members advises you to "not read it if already depressed")
“Rubbish”
Though “rubbish” literally means “garbage” or “trash,” it can also be used as a criticism. Calling something “rubbish” is much like calling it “ridiculous” or “nonsensical.” The term first came about in Late Middle English, though it was borrowed from a similar word in French.
A “totter” is someone who has exceeded 12 points on their licence within a three-year period. Someone who is found to be guilty of ‘totting up’ will be disqualified from driving for a minimum of six months. (I won’t divulge which Committee member is a “totter” and came up with that one!)
Planning
The rate of new Planning applications has certainly slowed and this month we have only one of any significance:
this is for changes to the windows on the relatively modern Little Mewstone at Creekside Road, reference 2952/24/HHO Situated within the Noss Mayo Conservation area, between two listed cottages. The proposal will replace the existing aluminium frame windows with windows having powder coated aluminium frames. The main external visual change will consolidate two small bay windows into one large bay and replace a single plain window with a single deeper bay window, all on the first floor. You may consider that the changes are minor, but so close to the listed cottages, will they have a detrimental effect?
Whilst the reduction in planning applications in the Parish may signal some relief from building work disruption, there remain several construction sites, having permission for new dwellings, which are either well advanced, have more recently commenced or where starts may be imminent. In addition to the 125 homes at Collaton, are these 6 other sites with permission for up to 9 additional dwellings, plus another 22 dwellings on two sites going through the planning process. Given that the housing market seems to have slowed, indicated by a recent count of up to 50 homes for sale in the Parish, the market for these additional dwellings may not be encouraging for such new builds, so perhaps they will be “affordable”, what do you think?
Although you may be very interested in the current review of the Newton and Noss Neighbourhood Plan, particularly for any proposal to extend the Settlement Boundary to allow more house building, you may wonder why things here have also gone quiet, but fear not, according to the Newton and Noss Parish Council September 2024 E-Newsletter:
“This Autumn, we will discuss the proposed changes with South Hams District Council and then draft the changes ready for the final round of Consultation in the Spring, before the Plan goes to national Government for Examination. This will be a six-week Statutory Consultation phase and we will be asking for feedback from a wide range of Statutory Consultees including Devon County Council, South West Water, the National Trust and South Devon National Landscape as well as the Local Council and of course you, our Parishioners. We would then hope to have the updated Neighbourhood Plan adopted by August next year.”
You may also be relieved that the proposal for the construction & operation of a micro energy storage facility at Butts Park, for which your RYDA submitted an objection, has been withdrawn.
Whats On?
5th November 12.00 noon First Tuesday Lunch Club £6 for 2 courses plus tea or coffee. Newton Ferrers Community Hall. Allergies can be catered for. Please contact Jeanne (872442) New members welcome.
5th November 10.00 – 12.00 Parish Council Surgery in the Post Office
8th November “Safari Supper” in aid of Holy Cross Church funds
8th November Digital Drop-In WIC hall Open Session 10.00-12.00 noon.
8th November Coffee and Chat at the Rose & Crown 2.00-3.00pm with the Dementia Friendly Parishes Group. – You don’t have to have dementia, but if you are caring for someone living with dementia and/or other conditions, it can be lonely and stressful at times. Come and join a local friendly, supportive and relaxed get-together over a cuppa and cake.
9th November Holbeton Film Club 7.00 for 7.30pm. “Vindication Swim”. The inspirational story of Mercedes Gleitze, who in 1927 became the first British woman to swim the English Channel. Discover Mercedes' struggle in overcoming both the cold waters of the English Channel and the oppressive society of 1920s England. Ice creams available.
12th November 2pm -4pm WI Winter Coffee Afternoon WIC hall.
15th November 2.00-4pm WI monthly meeting. Everyone welcome. Our speaker is Caroline Hemmings - from Debora Lingerie Exeter advising us about better underpinnings. Ladies bring your unwanted bra’s for recycling for charity.
14th November 7.00pm Parish Council Meeting Newton & Noss Village Hall
18th November 10.00am – noon Stroke Support Group WIC hall meeting room.
16th November Yealm Art Society. Paint a snow scene with M Hill at Yealmpton Community Centre.
22nd November 19.00 Yealm Gig Rowing Club AGM at Newton & Noss Village Hall
22nd November WIC hall Digital Drop-In open session 10.00am-12.00noon.
25th November Dementia Parishes Craft group. Reminiscing with photos. Yealmpton Methodist Church 10.00-12.00.
26th November 7.30 Yealm Garden Society “Plant conservation for National Trust” with Chris Trimmer. WIC hall.
28th November Thursday Lunch Club. 12.15 Thursday Lunch Club Newton & Noss village Hall. (The tide will be coming in - high water at 15.46) Please contact mrandmrsbarnett@gmail.com Allergies can be catered for, also vegetarian option available. New members welcome.
29th November Yealm Parchment Group. 2.00-4.00pm Yealm Parchment Group. WIC hall meeting room. Contact Lesley 07838375449 If you would like more information or to borrow tools. Classes £8 and include tuition, Pattern, backing paper, brads etc.
Parchment craft, also known as Pergamano, is the art of embellishing and decorating parchment paper (or vellum paper) techniques such as embossing, perforating, stippling, cutting and coloring.
Parchment craft is thought to have originated as an art form in Europe during the 15th century, principally in Catholic communities, where crafts persons created lace-like items such as devotional pictures and communion cards.
The craft has developed over time, with new techniques and refinements being added.
29th November Digital Drop-in WIC hall 10.00 – 12.00 noon “ChatGPT”
30th November 9.30-4.30 Yealm Art Society Pop-up sale WIC hall
Save the Date
1st December 9.30am - 4.30pm Yealm Art Society Pop up sale WIC hall
1st December 15.00-16.30pm Childrens Magical Christmas Party at the Rose & Crown.
Come and spend a magical afternoon with Emazdad and his magic.
A festive party for children of magic and entertainment. Ticket price includes a meal and drink. £10 per child.
2nd December Wreath Making at The Rosie. 7-9pm £55.00
Join us for a fun evening to create a beautiful wreath and enjoy fabulous refreshments! Book here
3rd December First Tuesday Christmas Lunch WIC Hall 12.00noon £12.00 pp
11th December Christmas Wreath making at the Ship Inn 19.00 £45 book here
12th December Thursday Lunch Club Christmas Lunch 12.15 N&N village hall
13th December Holbeton Film Club 7.00 for 7.30pm “Wonka” £4
