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Hello and welcome to our second summer edition of 2018, and judging by all the long-term weather forecasts, the latter part of the summer is set to be as splendid as the first so we’ve a few suggestions to fill your days (and nights) during the remainder of this long, hot, glorious East Kent summer. First up we’ve got a cracking walk for you at Sheldwich in the Kent Downs. Soak up the sun as you amble through cornfields, orchards and hop gardens (passing the occasional well-stocked country pub on the way) as you navigate the 9 mile picturesque hike. You can also partake of the recently updated Viking Coastal Trail and take in all the nature and beauty that Thanet’s lengthy coastline has to offer. From Reculver to Cliffs End this is one of Kent’s most popular cycle trail. Kelly Regan-Mears was set the task of discovering some of the best free days out in Kent – check out her recommendations on page 22. If you’re a wildlife nut check out our experts guide to going on safari in Kent on page 30, and discover where you can find laughing frogs, sand lizards, and black foxes on your doorstep this summer! Having recently moved to a new location opposite Margate’s Turner Centre we sent Shelley Nye to sample the delights of the all new Ambrette Restaurant (p54), while George Shaw enjoyed a late lunch at Ramsgate’s latest waterfront eatery, Little Ships on page 60. Anyone looking for a full recharge of their batteries this summer seriously need to check out my review of Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa on page 24 – pure bliss! With plenty more food and drink, news and events, and previews and reviews to enjoy, we’re sure you’ll find something to sink your teeth into until next time. Enjoy the summer folks!
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Canterbury Bike Ride Back for 5th Year
The annual Canterbury Bike Ride, celebrating its fifth year, takes place on Sunday 23rd September. Last year’s ride surpassed all fundraising targets and raised £7,500 shared between Wheelchair Rugby, Kent MS Therapy centre and Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance. The ride aims to attract over 600 riders and will be supported by a number of local businesses including The Canterbury Index, Barretts of Canterbury, Lenleys and Dynamix. Riders will have the opportunity to participate in the 80, 50 or 25 -mile rides through the striking Kent
countryside. Food stops along the route will supply some of the best produce the region has to offer. Individuals and teams will start and finish at Canterbury Rugby Club where they can enjoy a relaxing beer after putting the miles in. Stephen Gurney co- founder of the Canterbury Bike Ride said: “The nation’s enthusiasm for cycling remains undiminished and we are extremely excited to be working with Iconic Cycling Events as the ride’s popularity continues to grow. This is a testament to the beautiful Kent countryside which provides a perfect setting, the smooth organisation as well as the array of local provisions provided en route and at the finish line by our generous supporters. “Kent remains a great cycling county and it will be a pleasure to welcome riders from across the region. The rides, whilst challenging for some, are also a chance to take in some of the county’s most picturesque landscape and historical landmarks, whilst helping to raise money for some great causes. Along with my co-founder Shaun Barrett we look forward to working with the team from Iconic Cycling Events and building on our success to date.”
Canterbury Launches Medieval Education Day Across the City Top Canterbury organisations are coming together to present a very special education day for local schools. The Canterbury Tales, Westgate Towers, St Augustine’s Abbey, Beaney House of Art and Knowledge, Canterbury Christchurch University and Whitefriars Shopping Centre are working in partnership to deliver the ultimate history experience for pupils aged between 7 and 11 years. The day of activities, for Key Stage 2 classes, will bring history to life through a series of workshops, tours and challenges all themed around the medieval city. Students will hear historical stories, try their hands at medieval-inspired crafts, discover some of the city’s most ancient buildings and learn about archaeology and conservation. Costumed tour guides from The Canterbury Tales will be directing groups from venue to venue and Whitefriars Shopping Centre will create a central hub for all schools to use as a meeting point and a lunch area. Lindsay Ridley, General Manager at The Canterbury Tales commented: “By working in partnership, we are able to tell the city’s ancient stories in a really dynamic way. Canterbury has such a rich medieval history and we want to create a really exciting and valuable learning experience for local schools.
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It will help teachers engage their classes with our incredible shared local heritage and history. We would love this to become an annual event.” The education day will take place on Thursday 20th September 2018. The whole day will cost £8 per child and teachers go free. For more information or to book, teachers can contact Chloe Ward, Marketing Manager at The Canterbury Tales on cward@canterburytales.org.uk or call 01227 696 002.
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Fruit growers who go above and beyond to make their farm as environmentally-friendly as possible have been honoured with a top award. B R Brooks & Son Ltd, at Langdon Manor Farm near Faversham, Kent, were presented with the CLA Emsden Trophy on Thursday (12 July). The business, which specialises in growing raspberries and strawberries, was nominated by FWAG South East. Farm Environment Adviser Paul Cobb said: “It’s a nice farm, they have a very good and active environmental policy, not just for wildlife but areas like soil management as well. “They have done a lot, including creating areas for pollinators, they’re working hard to reduce insecticide use, and they actively monitor and manage many species.” The trophy was presented during a farm walk held at Court Farm near Rochester, during which farmer Andrew Lingham told visitors how he is trying to develop a locally-adapted wheat variety to help reduce chemical use. It was won last year by Peter Lingham & Partners and conservation charity Plantlife, for their combined efforts managing 250ha of arable farmland, ancient woodland and chalk grassland at Ranscombe Farm. B R Brooks & Son Ltd is now due to host next year’s farm walk and trophy presentation. The trophy is presented in memory of Brigadier Brian Emsden, who was the Kent and Sussex CLA Regional Secretary in the 1980s who died of cancer. He was very keen on wildlife, hence the award in his memory. CLA South East represents thousands of landowners, farmers and rural businesses across Kent and beyond.
WHITSTABLE MORUN SET TO TAKE PLACE FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS NOVEMBER MoRunning have announced they will host MoRuns at 22 different locations across the UK and Ireland throughout the month of ‘Movember’ including in Whitstable, to help raise awareness of men’s health issues and to raise vital funds for the Movember Foundation. The Whitstable MoRun will take place on 25th November and will see runners go through Hampton Pier. MoRunning events are suited to runners of all abilities and of all ages, with a 5k option for the fun runners and a 10k option for those looking for a challenge. There is also a 1.5k Mini Mo run for children aged between 3 and 12 years. In addition, for the first-time this year, runners can also take part in a “virtual MoRun” with runners encouraged to upload a screenshot of their result onto the website, which means that MoRuns can take place anywhere in the world! There, they will be placed onto the virtual MoRunning leader board and they will receive a medal and headband. Runners are encouraged to don moustaches and run in fancy dress to raise vital funds for men’s health through the Movember Foundation with special “Mo medals” issued for the best dressed MoRunners at each location. Dave Krangel, Founder of MoRunning, said: “To be a MoRunner means you are part of something bigger than yourself, you’re part of a community, a family and a team. We encourage all of our participants to have fun during their run because that’s what it’s about; dressing up, enjoying yourself and crossing the finishing line with a smile on your face. Runners can either run solo or enter as part of a team. Early bird prices start from £10 for the Mini Mo Run for children; £12 for the virtual MoRun; £16 for the 5k option and £19 for the 10k option. Early bird tickets are now available via www.mo-running.com. 13
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F in ds POCKET SIZED SOLAR PANEL Renewable energy is the way forward and the Manniska Foldable Solar Panel brings this new tech to the consumer market for those needing some juice on the go. The unit is solidly built with 2 panels in a bendy booklet design, and also showerproof. Simply plug the dual USB cable into the back end of the unit where the port is, attach the other end to your device, sit the unit in sunlight or attach it to the exterior of your backpack, and let it charge. With this summer’s weather you’ll have no shortage of power if you carry one of these handy little devices! Price: £31.57 available from www.7DayShop.com
TETLEY COLD INFUSIONS STARTER KIT After 180 years of flogging tea it seems the master blenders at Tetley have decided to join the squash game and have come up with Tetley Cold Infusions, a naturally range of fruit and herbal infusions. As is the Tetley way the infusions have been designed to be brewed cold for a fuller flavour. Simply add to cold water in a reusable bottle, leave and shake to infuse for guaranteed refreshment all day long. Free of caffeine, added sugar and artificial sweeteners, these starter kits come in Raspberry & Cranberry and Orange & Peach flavours and contain 12 infuser bags and a bespoke reusable plastic bottle with strainer. Price: £7.99 available from all major supermarkets
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MUDDY MADNESS WOODEN MUD KITCHEN Get the kids off the TV and games consoles and doing what kids should be doing in the summer, getting down and dirty in the good old outdoors!. The ultimate mud kitchen features an oven, and removable splash tub with a slide over wood cover that creates an extra ‘cooking’ zone when extended. The Mud Kitchen comes complete with a refillable water butt and tap, perfect for mud mixing! There is also a big blackboard space to record favourite recipes as well as a roomy undershelf space to store the set of stainless steel pans, mixing whisk and bowl. Price: £149.99 available from www.wyevalegardencentres.co.uk
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CHILL-O-MATIC AUTOMATIC DRINK CHILLER The Chill-O-Matic will allow you to turn a room temperature can into an ice-cool drink in just one minute, perfect for those long summer days. Suitable for a standard 300ml can, the Chill-O-Matic is a staggering 240 times quicker than a traditional freezer. Running on just two AA batteries, the portable drink chiller is easy to bring to picnics, barbeques, parties, and more and just a small bag of ziplocked ice is enough to chill 12 cans. Price: From £22 available from www.ebay.co.uk
QUMOX MINI PORTABLE USB AIR CONDITIONER COOLING FAN This revolutionary evaporative cooling fan is the closest thing to a hand held mini air conditioner you’ll find on the market. Simply add water to soak the cooling filter and ambient air is forced through the wet cooling filter and comes out cool on the other side. The device humidifies air - makes breathing comfortable, alleviates allergies, is environmentally friendly, and works on air temperatures up to 30 degrees centigrade. Price: £13 available from www.amazon.co.uk
YAMAHA EXPLORER UNDERWATER SEASCOOTER Let your kids explore the ocean with the Yamaha Explorer Underwater Scooter. The Yamaha Explorer is an entry-level seascooter that is ideal for younger recreational snorkelers and divers. The seascooter, which has a one hour run-time, can cruise at speeds up to 2.5 miles per hour and has a depth rating of 30 feet, making it suitable for shallow dives and observing fish. It also has multiple safety features such as auto shut-off and dual trigger operation. The Seascooter also had camera mount to capture underwater footage. Price: £292 available from www.scubastore.com
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On this walk you’ll head deep into farming country, but you might be surprised to see non-traditional crops grown here. During the summer months you will be welcomed with sun drenched fields of marigolds and be captivated by the natural beauty of this area. Set out from the picturesque village of Sheldwich, where the crack of leather on willow rings out from the village cricket pitch. Walk through cornfields, orchards and hop gardens and discover remote hamlets and the farms that work the land on these fertile downland foothills. Leaving Sheldwich Leas, walk by the cricket ground. Cricket has been played on Sheldwich Leas since 1922, with play taking place every weekend and during the week. Follow a bridleway into glorious arable fields and look out to outstanding views of the Swale, Sheldwich church on your left and an oasthouse on the horizon, a lasting reminder of the areas hop growing history. Strolling through country lanes, you’ll pass the Leas Court estate and Gosmere 16
Farm. The estate produces non-food crops for cosmetics, such as marigolds which you will see growing in the fields around you. As you walk on through a tiny hamlet, pause and look at the dates on some of the properties there. Many of the structures are listed and with very tight planning laws, very little planning development has been permitted since the mid 1960’s. Heading towards Boughton and Hern Hill, you will notice wonderful leafy hedges with hop growing in full swing.
Orchards abundant with growing produce line the way as well as fine views across rolling countryside as you make your way through this beautiful North Downs landscape, part of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Turning right next to Owens Court Farm, follow the footpath to Saffrey Farm. The farm sells fresh fruit and vegetables so it’s a great opportunity to stock up for a delicious meal back at home. The farm also supplies local pubs, restaurants and shops in the area. Continue past more apple orchards and a path flanked by open countryside and farm buildings until you reach a road. Continue onto a bridleway to head into woodland, the leafy canopies providing welcome shade on a hot day. Walk onwards through a garden, taking the bridleway uphill into more woodland. Crossing through arable fields, and passing by quaint hedgerows, you will reach the pretty village of
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Selling. Be sure to look around the St Mary the Virgin church. It has a bier house by the gate which was used as a mortuary until 1939. The majestic medieval north window was reinstated in the 1940’s after being discovered behind a wall in the church. Walking past some wonderful apple orchards you will reach the White Lion pub, a delightful pub in the heart of a vibrant community. Ramblers are given a friendly welcome and with a choice of outside seating areas to relax in, it’s a great place to stop for a spot of lunch and a pint of locally brewed Faversham ale whilst looking at the panoramic views. When you're ready to leave, head towards Perry Wood passing Cadman’s Meadows, home of Selling Cavaliers cricket club and a wonderful flint wall. Flint stones were picked from surrounding farmland and used to build walls and to face buildings. Perry Wood is named after a pear orchard planted here by monks. The 150-acre wood is believed to have once been a Roman encampment and is now home to a vast array of wildlife. Follow the bridleway through the woods crossing a wooden footbridge and passing through a gate towards Keepers Cottage, then continue following the woodland track around Perry Woods passing more wonderful apple orchards. After the woodland, there is an opportunity to enjoy some unrivalled panoramic views by taking a small detour to The Pulpit. Standing 500 feet above sea level, The Pulpit offers breathtaking views across this deeply rural landscape, broken only by the solitary hamlet of Shottenden below. The steep path to reach The Pulpit is well worth the uphill effort to reach the viewpoint and look out across Kent.
Arriving back at the path, continue onwards alongside fruit orchards and fields of grazing sheep. Turning left at Lavender Cottage, you will have another opportunity to sample local produce at the Rose and Crown pub, a traditional 16th century pub with locally sourced pub favourites and apple juice produced just a few miles away. Heading back towards Sheldwich, you’ll pass through more woodland and fields plentiful with growing crops and produce, including raspberry fields. At Hogben’s Hill, you will enter a wooded valley, part of the Sondes Estate. Land around here has been farmed by the same family for over 800 years, which comprises of over 4,500 acres around Sheldwich and Badlesmere. Crops grown include traditional cereals and crops not commonly seen, including marigolds and linseed for oils and natural skincare products. Walk along the bottom of the valley before taking the uphill route through LOCATION: Sheldwich, ME13 0LU DISTANCE: 9.25 miles (14.89 km) circular TIME: Allow at least 3 and a half hours OS EXPLORER MAP: 149 TERRAIN: A challenging walk in places, with steep inclines PARKING: Parking at Sheldwich Leas or Sheldwich Church PUBLIC TRANSPORT: For directions to Sheldwich via public transport, please visit www.kentconnected.org REFRESHMENTS & FACILITIES: Several pubs on the route
country lanes, passing Badlesmere Court farm which is home to one of Kent’s last remaining milking herds. You will pass through the farmyard so may even see the cows outside the milking parlour! Continue along the track to the road before arriving back at Sheldwich Leas. If you enjoy countryside walking and have a passion for locally sourced food, then this is a walk that is for you. It’s a challenging ramble but the rewarding views amongst rolling countryside is well worth it. The walk is a celebration of Kent’s arable farming expertise combined with traditional hop farms and orchards in plentiful numbers. Why don’t you come along and rejoice in this celebration too? What Next? For more information on our walks, events and ideas for days outdoors visit ExploreKent.org follow Explore Kent on social media @explorekent on Twitter & Facebook.
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CYCLING THE BEAUTIFUL
THANET COAST Summer’s here! Where better to head out on your bike than to Kent’s beautiful Thanet coastline? Featuring a stunning selection of gorgeous coastal towns and beaches you’ll be simply spoilt for choice, so why not visit them all on this family friendly cycling route taking in the best views of this dramatic coastline. Following Regional Cycle Network 15, prepare to be amazed by the beauty of the Isle of Thanet with its wealth of historical gems to be found along the way. Choose whether to take the whole route, which will make for a wonderful day of cycling, or tackle a more manageable section. Cycle through picturesque villages, winding your way along the coast to vibrant seaside towns and passing favourite haunts of people such as Charles Dickens and artist JMW Turner. Wherever your interests lie, you are sure to find something that takes your fancy on this ride. Featuring six shorter bike rides, each with their own special twist, you’ll circle the Isle of Thanet taking in history, heritage and views!
oldest religious buildings, Minster Abbey founded in the 7th century. A little further on you’ll see the legendary St Augustine’s Cross, a stone memorial marking the spot where St Augustine supposedly met King Ethelbert over 1500 years ago. Approaching Ramsgate pause to admire the splendour of St Augustine’s Church, one of Pugin’s masterpieces, along with the small sailor church built as a refuge for men and boys of the Ramsgate fleet. Next to the church is a Grade I listed house, known as The Grange, also designed by Pugin for his family.
History and Architecture Cycle from St Nicolas at Wade to Ramsgate taking in no less than six churches, as you cycle through charming villages and peaceful marshland. Don’t miss Thanet’s smallest ancient church and one of England’s
Take in a dose of history, art and architecture by exploring Ramsgate, starting with the Viking Ship Hugin, a replica life-size Viking ship that sailed to Denmark in 1949 to mark the 1500th anniversary of the invasion of Britain.
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Head down to the Royal Harbour and admire the array of yachts moored up here. The harbour was designated ‘Royal’ by King George IV after he received such a warm welcome to Ramsgate while on his travels. Nowadays, the harbour contains lively restaurants and bars. The town is home to plenty of delightful architecture; sweeping crescents, Regency Squares and Georgian terraces. Heading into Broadstairs through the King George VI Memorial park be sure to take a slight detour to view the wonderful Italianate greenhouse that sits within a sweep of parkland. Continue your ride and take in historic Broadstairs. The Victorian grandeur of this delightful seaside town will be the first thing to strike you as you arrive. The landscape around here inspired the Victorian civil engineer Thomas Crampton so much, he built the original Broadstairs waterworks, and a museum, including the Crampton tower, is dedicated to him. Broadstairs was a favourite holiday spot for Charles Dickens and the town has many references to him, including the Dickens House Museum which houses a fascinating collection of his belongings. Bleak House, the large
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was often the fate for many smugglers!
You’ll proceed to pass seven bays that make up the glorious Broadstairs seafront; the most notable,Viking Bay, was named after the landing of Hugin, the anniversary Viking ship at Broadstairs. The curved York Gate on Harbour Street stands as a testament to George Culmer’s shipyard of the 16th century. York Gate stood to protect Culmer’s prosperous business. The North Foreland lighthouse a little further along marks the southern entrance to the Thames and was the last manned lighthouse until its conversion in 1998. Notorious Smugglers! Continuing along the coastline you’ll be entering smugglers’ territory! Joss Bay is best known for a spot of windsurfing, but historically this area was known for smuggling with many bays in the area named after notorious crooks. The sweeping bays were attractive for hiding away contraband, with plenty of nooks and crannies for smugglers to operate secretly.
Riding into Margate, the smuggling tale continues at the museum, which tells the story of the town from smugglers through to its important role in the evacuation at Dunkirk. The harbour offers a perfect end to your smuggling trail, after which you can take a different twist in your tour by visiting the visually dynamic Turner Contemporary next to the harbour. Finish with an ice cream from one of the many stalls overlooking Margate’s main sands, before continuing your exploration of beaches and bays as you head back towards Reculver. The family haven of Minnis Bay is just a short pedal from Margate. Discover 6 sandy bays and hidden coves along this largely traffic free section. Kent’s Beautiful Beaches Breathe in the fresh sea air at Westbrook Bay, visit the café along the promenade or have a game of golf at Strokes Adventure Golf – another seaside favourite!
Joss Bay was named after the notorious 18th century smuggler Joss Snelling who escaped hanging unlike his peers. His status reached such a lofty height, he was introduced to Queen Victoria as ‘the famous Broadstairs smuggler.’ Botany Bay was named after Botany Bay in Australia, so being because deportation to Australia by convict ship
St Mildred’s Bay is another beautiful beach and offers plenty of distractions from your route. Take in the stunning views from the cliff tops and former WW1 seaplane lookout or wander the sandy beach with plenty to keep you occupied including a chalk reef, tennis courts and a café. Further along West Bay has its own promenade, cliffs, a café and rock pools all surrounding a glorious sandy beach. Continue along the cliff top road to
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the promenade at Epple Bay where you can view the sea caves. The tranquil bays at Beresford Gap and Grenham each have an extensive chalk habitat and plenty of wildlife to see. Your trail finishes at Minnis Bay. If you are feeling adventurous you can try out kite boarding, sailing and windsurfing at this popular bay, before heading back along the sea wall to the Reculver Towers; the famous church ruins are nicknamed as the ‘Twin Sisters’ and sit on the edge of a cliff top. Land erosion lead to the demise of the rest of the church, which was built within an old Norman Fort. A pleasant cycle ride along the sea wall and you’ll arrive back at Birchington. Just south of the village is Quex Park Manor House, named after the park’s second owner John Quek. It has been owned by the Powell family since 1770. The Viking Coastal Trail is the best way to see Thanet. Swap the hot confines of a car for fresh air and explore the trail on two wheels this summer. It’s a great chance to explore some of the prettiest coastal areas that Kent has to offer! What Next? For more information on our walks, events and ideas for days outdoors visit ExploreKent.org follow Explore Kent on social media @explorekent on Twitter & Facebook.
LOCATION: Birchington on Sea, CT7 9RD DISTANCE: 32 miles (51.2 km) circular TIME: Allow approx. 6 hours to complete the route with no stops OS EXPLORER MAP: 150 TERRAIN: On road sections but mainly off road suitable for families PARKING: Cycle parking around Thanet is located in a number of town centre locations, including all train stations, beaches and a number of visitor attractions. All cycle parking facilities are marked on the map. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: For directions to Birchington via public transport, please visit www.kentconnected.org Railway station at Birchington. REFRESHMENTS & FACILITIES: Pubs and restaurants along the route 19
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The Dreamboys 20th July
Odyssey & Gwen Dickey of Rose Royce 15th Sep
Showaddywaddy 28th July
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KENT FOR FREE BY KELLY REGAN-MEARS
Whether you’re looking for an afternoon’s activities, or you’re desperate for ideas to keep children busy during the holidays, there’s a wealth of facilities throughout Kent that promise fun, exercise and fresh air. From playgrounds to paddling pools, museums to monuments, whatever you and your family enjoy doing, Kent has something to offer. And best of all, they’re free! Once upon a time... Kent has been occupied since Palaeolithic times. Medway has Neolithic and Bronze Age roots, and the county’s Roman and Norman invaders have left their mark on the landscape: long straight roads such as Watling Street, the first ever Roman road in Britain; and the squat, square towers that grace most of Kent’s churches. Kent has plenty of historical sites that are free to explore. The Hugin is a reconstructed Viking long ship at Pegwell Bay near Ramsgate, a gift from the Danish government. It is a replica of the Gokstad ship from c. 890 and was given to commemorate the arrival of Hengist 22
and Horsa, leaders of the Anglo-Saxon invasion. One of three original Royal castles of Kent, Canterbury (the others are Rochester and Dover Castles) was built to guard the important Roman road between Dover and London shortly after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Another example of Kent’s Norman architecture is Eynsford Castle, an enclosure castle that was abandoned in 1312 after a disputed inheritance culminated in an act of vandalism. The Reculver Towers near Herne Bay are the remains of a 12th century church. It’s also the site of an early Roman fort built to withstand Saxon raids, and the ruins can be explored nearby. Much of the Battle of Britain during WWII was fought in the skies over the county and Doodlebug Alley, as Kent became known, was also home to the bouncing bomb, tested here at Reculver.
If you go down to the woods today... Kent isn’t known as the Garden of England for nothing. Ancient woodland abounds inside the county’s boundaries. Perry Woods near Canterbury forms part of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Cinderhill in Matfield is 12-hectares of grassland, woodland, heathland and streams, and home to around 60 species of birds. There are several walks in the valley around Ightham Mote near Sevenoaks. The Mote is a mediaeval manor house managed by the National Trust, but free walks through woodlands and countryside can be found on the Trust’s website.
[days out ] Life’s a beach One of the greatest natural resources is the county’s varied coast line. Beaches on the north-eastern most coasts, such as Joss Bay and Botany Bay, are sand; beaches along the southern and northern sides tend to be shingle or pebbles, such as Whitstable or Deal. Many of the beaches have blue flag status, but it’s not just the paddling and swimming that they have to offer. Picturesque piers, vibrant harbours and traditional seaside charm abound and many, such as Deal and Whitstable have a series of information boards dotted along their paths to provide historical context to visitors. Walmer Paddling Pool offers free facilities include changing rooms and toilets, qualified lifeguards and an adjacent play area. Tankerton Slopes near Whitstable are cliff-top lawns punctuated with seating and shelter at key viewpoints and canons that remind visitors of the area’s importance as a coastal defence. The Street is a shingle path that extends for around half a mile from Tankerton beach, and at low tide, it’s possible to walk its length with the estuary’s waters on either side. Moat Park, Broadwater and Leybourne Lakes are just some of the beautiful inland waterways waiting to be explored. It’s child’s play! Public play areas are scattered throughout the county. Canterbury’s Toddlers Cove was designed for children by children, and has extensive
play equipment and picnic facilities. Lower Leas Coastal Park in Folkestone is home to the largest free adventure play area in the south east, one of three recreational zones here. Manor Park in West Malling is a wildlife haven with a play area in the open grassland of Douce’s Meadow. Swanley Park includes a boating lake and paddling pool as well as a large, well equipped play area. Kent County Council maintains a number of country parks and details of each is available from its website. Walk (or cycle) this way! Exploring the beautiful Kent landscape is best on foot, or on bike. There are a number of specially-designated routes to follow across the county. The Crab & Winkle Way linked Canterbury and Whitstable via a mostly traffic-free route, and is part of a national network of routes for non-motorised users. The sea-wall path between Minnis
Bay to Reculver is an easy access walk suitable for buggies and wheelchairs. Travel from the heart of Tonbridge to the finest example of 14th century domestic architecture in Penshurst on the 5-mile Tudor Trail. Amuse-ums For rainy days, head to one of the many and varied museums the county has to offer. Margate’s Turner Contemporary is internationally renowned and admission is free, as it is to Canterbury’s historical Beaney in the city’s main thoroughfare. The Spitfire & Hurricane Memorial in Ramsgate has a wealth of memorabilia charting the part the area played during WWII, and the Kent Fire Fighter Museum is protecting the history and heritage of fire fighting in the county. With so much to offer its residents and visitors, our corner of England is perfect for your next adventure.
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A STAY AT EASTWELL MANOR,
CHAMPNEYS, HOTEL & SPA
BY PETER NICHOLS
Having long been a fan of the glorious manor house hotel and spa at Eastwell Manor near Ashford, I was excited for my first overnight stay since the estate was taken over by health resort aficionados Champneys in late 2016, and with bright sunshine and not a cloud in the sky the omens looked good as I made the thirty minute drive from my house to the Manor one early afternoon in July. On arrival I was thrilled to discover that my kindly hosts had reserved me the wonderful Hugo de Montford Suite, replete with every luxury you’d expect from a Champneys resort; a huge, impossibly comfortable bed, well-appointed lounge area with all the mod-cons you expect of a classy hotel room, elegant dining table overlooking some of the beautifully manicured grounds, a giant bathroom with a deep, roll-top bath, walk-in monsoon shower, contemporary furniture and of course the obligatory fluffy white Champneys robe and flip-flops. Having visited Eastwell Manor on several occasions previously, one area in which I always thought there was some room for improvement had been the somewhat dated rooms, both in the Manor itself and in the converted coach houses or “Mews” as they had been christened after the conversion. 24
It’s good to see that Champneys have spared no expense in remedying this; their multi-million pound upgrade has touched almost every part of the estate from the bedrooms (which are now, thankfully, not only classic and comfortable, but also contemporary), to the restaurants, to the bar, and indeed the spa itself. In fact, in addition to the rooms in the Manor and the Mews rooms and suites, Champneys have also installed some ‘Shepherd’s Huts’ – charming stand-alone berths for two overlooking the North Downs, described as “the ideal slumber snug for a relaxing escape to the Kent countryside” which manage to pack in all the usual amenities as well as a small kitchen with a mini fridge and a wood burning stove. It’s Eastwell Manor 2.0 courtesy of Champneys arrival! After familiarising myself with my room and swapping my day clothes
for my swim shorts and robe, I made my way down to the outdoor pool to catch some late-afternoon sun and for an invigorating few lengths. The outdoor pool may well be my favourite spot in the grounds, fenced and hedged off from the gardens with plenty of sun loungers and umbrellas, a vintage caravan selling ices and drinks, and a suitably hot Jacuzzi spa attached to the 22 metre crystal clear pool. Elsewhere in the grounds you can find an all-weather tennis court, petanque court, croquet lawn and a nine-hole golf course, as well as acres of beautifully landscaped gardens with the occasional cocoon like structure for guests to chill-out in if they fancy just kicking back and relaxing in their spa robes whilst taking in some of the fresh Kentish air.
[days out ] my post-meal drinks on the terrace overlooking the expansive lawns to the rear of the Manor. A couple of glasses of chilled white wine later and I took to my room and promptly drifted off into a blissful and rejuvenating slumber. I was up early the following morning to make the most of the remainder of my time at the Manor. After breakfast back at the Manor Restaurant (all options offered, I opted for a superb Eggs Benedict), I had time for another outdoor swim before by mid-morning massage appointment at the spa itself. After a quick shower I took an early evening meal at award winning Manor Restaurant. According to the blurb the restaurant specialises in English dishes tempered with a twist of modern European. I’m certainly no expert but both my starter of scallops and main of ribeye steak (served with hand cut chips, seasonal vegetables, hollandaise sauce and a red wine sauce) were delicious, and the service was impeccable. The glorious weather meant that after stopping at the newly renovated and ultra-stylish bar I chose to enjoy
Now, Eastwell Manor already had a very fine spa with plenty of treatment rooms, a swimming pool, hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, and its own restaurant and bar. It still does – but once again the entire operation has been updated, upgraded, and given that Champneys touch of magic. The pool area has been redecorated and renovated with large relaxation beds surrounding the 20m heated pool, with slanted Perspex panels now separating the swimming section from the thermal area which houses the hydrotherapy pool, sauna, and steam room.
The spa restaurant has been thoroughly overhauled and now much better suits the relaxed aesthetic of the building, with luxurious cream leather seats and a bright, airy countenance. The presence of spa users in their robes also adds to the relaxed vibe. Upstairs you’ll find some 23 treatment rooms offering an extensive range of treatments from mani-pedis to facials, massage and waxing as well as plenty of male grooming treatments. My 55 minute massage was heavenly, working out all the kinks and knots no doubt caused by the usual trials and tribulations of everyday modern life – something I’d all but forgotten about! I’m afraid I couldn’t help myself but to spend another couple of hours lapping up the good times at the outdoor pool before finally packing up and bidding a fond farewell to the exquisite Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa.With a number of offers on spa days and stays available, I simply cannot recommend this place highly enough! Visit Eastwellmanor.co.uk for more details or call 01233 213000
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WOMEN’S WRITES RAMSGATE ACTOR AND WRITER PETER BARNETT ON WRITING COMEDY FOR WOMEN. couples who don’t know each other will usually make its way to ‘so how much did you pay?’ They always say to write what you know about, so ‘Eileen’ was pretty easy and there was a twist at the end which I won’t reveal, as you may see a production soon and I don’t want to spoil it for you!
I was in the waiting room of my surgery in West London in 1996 with a raging sore throat and feeling rather sorry for myself. Suddenly an elderly lady bludgeoned her way up to the reception shouting ‘Where do we go for chiropody?’ The receptionist told her to sit down and that the male locum would be with her as soon as possible. She was obviously disturbed by the fact that she was going to be seen by a male and not the ‘usual lady who’s so lovely’ and ended her rant by shouting, ‘I don’t fancy rolling my tights down for him.’
I was used to the precocious nature of youngsters in the entertainments industry and although not likely to have angina, but more likely to cause it, ‘Anastasia’ was next. Full of selfglory and confidence in her abilities (something her long suffering boyfriend can’t deal with), she is fresh from drama school, but in for a reality check. As new ideas and characters popped up, I realised that they were all female. I tried to write one for a rather old, camp man who was going on holiday to ‘Tossa del Mar’ but it just didn’t have the mojo of the female characters and some of his lines ended up being absorbed into another female monologue. Perhaps being gay has something to do with being more in tune with the
female psyche? The late and great Victoria Wood was definitely a heavy influence for me and I’ve always enjoyed women comedians, stand up or otherwise. My fabulous girls kept appearing, including Rhian Carnation, the Welsh beautician who's boyfriend is having an affair, Maud, who can’t stop her malapropisms (or going to Benidorm), Sophie-Annette, a Brummy dog breeder who’s animals are more important than her husband (quite common I imagine), Shanice, the outrageous holiday rep, consuming feta and men in Greece and, in honour of my moving to Kent in 2004, Margery, a doyenne of costumed walks who is being duped by her spiritual guru. There are many more, but a list gets boring. Performing a 7 to 9 minute monologue is quite a tough call and one of the actresses in the premiere called it ‘the best cure for constipation I’ve ever known’, but enough of that. The show premiered at the Hampton Hill Playhouse in 2003 and productions have since been staged all over the UK, as well as adapted versions in Spain and Australia.
I felt so rough, but in my mind a voice replied, ‘I don’t suppose he’ll be enamoured with the idea either’. Hence ‘Ethel’ was born. Many years later I was working as a singer in a theatre company with P&O Cruises and found myself bored on some of the sea days. I dusted off the laptop and ‘The Angina Monologues’ was born. Although ‘Ethel’ was on the back burner, the first one I wrote in an afternoon, was ‘Eileen’ (they don’t all begin with ‘E’ by the way), based on the class divide and snobbery that used to exist (and still does in some forms) in cruising.You will always find the conversation at the dinner table of 27
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FOLKESTONE BOOK FESTIVAL 2018 FOLKESTONE QUARTERHOUSE | FRIDAY 16TH – SUNDAY 25TH NOVEMBER
Step into the heart of Folkestone’s Creative Quarter at this year’s Folkestone Book Festival! Enjoy ten days of author talks, thought-provoking discussions, engaging family events and fascinating workshops. Launching on Friday 16th November, Folkestone Book Festival also marks the Creative Quarter Christmas lights switch-on. This year’s festivities will be led by award-winning author Kit de Waal, whose heart-breaking novel, My Name is Leon, won Irish Novel of the Year in 2017. After the switch-on, join Kit for a discussion about her Irish and Caribbean origins; why becoming a writer later in life was good for her; and campaigning for working class writers. This year’s Festival welcomes a variety of speakers from the world of history, including journalist and broadcaster, Jenni Murray, who has presented BBC4’s Woman’s Hour since 1987. Jenni takes us through A History of Britain in 21 Women – exploring the queens, visionaries, artists and 28
politicians whose lives embodied hope and change. Also looking at women in history, the UK’s biggest-selling female historian, Alison Weir, draws on research for her portrayal of Jane Seymour, the third of King Henry VIII’s queens. Alison casts fresh light on perceptions of this courageous and compassionate woman. Jumping forward one hundred years, best-selling author Charles Spencer uses Samuel Pepys’ account to retell the epic adventure of King Charles II, who came to the throne following the beheading of his father, King Charles I in January 1649. Delve into global history as awardwinning historian and author Bettany Hughes discusses her latest book, Istanbul, a Tale of Three
Cities. Enraptured by the thriving metropolis, Bettany pieces together Istanbul’s brilliant and brutal history. Or explore the history of genocide with human rights with international rights lawyer, Philippe Sands. He will look at how personal lives and history are interwoven by drawing on the emergence of the concepts of crimes against humanity and mass murder; the legacy of 1945 and the power of memory and imagination. This year’s Festival also welcomes speakers from the world of science, health and technology. Exploring what it means, and how to be human, BBC Radio 4’s Inside Science presenter, geneticist Adam Rutherford, discusses how many of the things once considered to be exclusively human, are not. Novelist and journalist, Matt Haig takes a personal look at how to feel happy, human and whole in the anxiety and stress-ridden twenty-first century. While Hannah Fry takes us on a tour through the good, the bad and the downright ugly of the algorithms
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that surround us – exploring how to be human in the age of the machine. Don’t miss talks and events by special guests from the world of art and music, including pioneering punk legend,Viv Albertine. With a blend of humour, vulnerability and intelligence making her one of the finest authors working today,Viv smashes through layers of propriety, leading us into a place of savage self-discovery. While awardwinning author, Marina Warner gives an illustrated talk arguing that art and aesthetics fulfil a magical social function; and award-winning graphic novelist and author of many books for adults and children, Posy Simmonds, puts a magnifying glass on British society and domestic life. The master of the comedy-science mashup and co-presenter of BBC radio’s The Infinite Monkey Cage, Robin Ince attempts to offer answers to some of life’s biggest questions. Having spent decades mining our eccentricities, Robin has interviewed a bevy of a-list comedians, from Jo Brand and Tim Minchin to Ricky Gervais; as well as neuroscientists, psychologists and doctors, to try to understand the world around us. This year’s Festival also sees two internationally-themed days and one evening – Indian Day, US Day and Turkish evening! Indian Day welcomes journalists, politicians, authors and historians, offering talks, workshops and performances; as well as 2014 Great British Bake Off semi-finalist, Chetna Makan, who will share top tips about how to introduce Indian ingredients into traditional Western favourites.
Forged in the dustbowl of the 1930s, in an America crippled by the Great World Recession, Woody Guthrie found solace in song, and soon those songs became the voice of the people. Enjoy a performance from Nick Hayes as he brings this legend to life on US Day, after a variety of talks from sociolinguistics and the US economy; to American politics and history. Turkish Evening welcomes guest speakers including travel writer, Jeremy Seal; award-winning crime writer, Barbara Nadel; and journalist, Alev Scott. Acting as an essential bridge between Europe and Asia, Turkey has radically embraced modernity – having to deal with terrorism, mass migration and wars on its borders. The festival has a number of exclusive offers including early bird ticket prices which are available before and inclusive of Sunday 16 September. If you just can’t decide which events to prioritise why not buy the Folkestone Book Festival pass, gaining access to all events? The pass is available at the early bird price of £140, please contact the Box Office on 01303 760 750 to purchase. For more information visit www.folkestonebookfest.com
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THE SECRET KENT WILDLIFE LOCAL RESIDENTS DON’T KNOW EXISTS!
BY JENNY MARSTON
Experts show how to take a Kent Safari this summer Renowned as the garden of England, Kent is a county rich in history and culture. Many have fond memories of visiting, but according to new research from last minute UK holiday rental provider Snaptrip, its wildlife is still a mystery, even for Kent residents. Kent boasts 11 out of the 37 national nature reserves in South East England and has a huge range of habitats from freshwater and coastal, to heathland and woodland. With so many landscapes to explore the county is abundant in wildlife, yet 61% of locals surveyed were surprised by the flora and fauna that can be seen in the county. The Kent coastline stretches over 200 miles and includes unique habitats including the national nature reserve Dungeness, one of the largest expanses of shingle in Europe. With a diverse variety of plants, invertebrates and birdlife Dungeness is of international conservation importance. However it also boasts cute mammals including seals and voles. With 78% of Kent residents aware you can see seals and voles in the UK, it is surprising that only 38% have been lucky enough to spot the former and just one third (30%) the latter. If you prefer your wildlife on the slimier side, Romney Marsh is home to a strange phenomenon. The 30
curious ‘laughing frogs’ can be heard throughout May and June and were accidentally released by the wife of the local MP back in 1932. One of Britain’s rarest animals the black fox, which only 24% of Kent residents were aware lived in England, has previously been spotted in the county. This stunning animal gets its unusual colouring from an incredibly rare genetic defect and has only been spotted by 1% of those surveyed. Kent was also lucky enough to be selected as a reintroduction site for the UK’s rarest reptile, the sand lizard. This native lizard was reintroduced at Sandwich and Pegwell Bay yet currently only 9% of local residents have been lucky enough to spot this elusive reptile. To help you find out where to find these and other animals in Kent and across the UK, Snaptrip has created an interactive map to reveal exactly where you can spot your dream animal on your very own UK safari. www.snaptrip.com/c/uksafari/#spotting
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SUMMER:
SCANDINAVIAN STYLE BY VICKY KING, PAPILLON INTERIORS, FORT HILL, MARGATE
Summer is here and there’s no better time to look around and think about those small changes we can make that will revive and refresh our homes. This season’s trend is to keep things minimal, with clean lines and simple styles. Look for ice whites, cool greys and natural wood grains. Scandinavian styles continue to be an inspiration and there are many incredible pieces from several manufacturers. From the mid-century period, designers like Hans Wegner, Alvar Aalto and Arne Jacobsen stand out and their pieces are just as beautiful today as they were when they were conceived. Recently new design houses such as Muuto and Normann Copenhagen have made the purchase of Scandinavian furniture more affordable and accessible. The choice of calm, organic colours and simple but beautiful and understated designs have ensured that this wonderful Scandi style is finding its way back into our living rooms.
WISHBONE CHAIR BY CARL HANSEN
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A simple yet elegant Scandinavian design achieving a seamless, integrated look. The curved plastic seat and frame of oak will sit alongside any kitchen/dining area and never look out of place.
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RUSSELL GRANT’S BI- MONTHLY HOROSCOPES AUG/SEPT 2018 ARIES (March 21st-April 20th) A Solar Eclipse on the 11th August will put you on the path to romance. You’ll feel a love connection with someone who shares your interest in art, hobbies and sports. Are you already in a relationship? This is a lovely time to plan an impromptu getaway. Beware of taking up an extreme health regime on the 9th September. That’s when a confusing New Moon will cloud your judgement. If you want to revise your diet or increase physical activity, talk to a doctor. They’ll tell you the best way to achieve the results you want.
TAURUS (April 21st-May 21st) Making changes to your domestic situation will pay off handsomely on the 11th August, thanks to a supportive Solar Eclipse. Selling a property, buying a new place or moving to a more supportive environment are among the possibilities. If you’ve been unhappy, you’ll stumble across an idea that gives you hope for the future. The New Moon on the 9th September will make you impulsive. Beware of rushing a romantic relationship. Diving head first into a commitment will be cause for serious regret. Keep things at the casual stage. Try to see how their words match their actions.
GEMINI (May 22nd-June 21st) Launching a blog, podcast or webpage is strongly favoured for the 11th August. That’s when a Solar Eclipse will showcase your impressive communication skills. If you’ve always wanted to write a book, this is the time
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to begin. Words will pour from you like a mighty river. Finding a place to live will be challenging during the first half of September.You may feel pressured to sign a lease or make a deposit on the 9th, due to a deceptive New Moon. Do not move forward on this deal until you have the property inspected by someone that you hire.
CANCER (June 22nd-July 23rd) An exciting moneymaking opportunity will arrive on the 11th August, when a Solar Eclipse showcases your leadership ability. Don’t be surprised when you are put in charge of a creative division. If you’re not satisfied with the salary that is initially offered, negotiate a better one.You have a lot more power than you realise. The New Moon on the 9th September will cause some wires to get crossed. If you’re giving a set of confusing instructions, ask for clarification. Double check an address before entering it into your GPS.
LEO (July 24th-August 23rd) The Solar Eclipse on the 11th August marks the beginning of an exciting journey for you.You’ll be able to make a name in your desired industry. Word of mouth will quickly spread of your superior talent. Soon, you’ll have more job offers than you can handle. A moneymaking offer on the 9th September will not be all it is cracked up to be. That’s when a deceptive New Moon will tempt you into taking a seemingly cushy job. Once you accept this position, you’ll learn you have been duped. It’s better to stick with a position you know during September.
VIRGO (August 24th-September 23rd) Retreating from public view is a good way to observe the Solar Eclipse on the 11th August. Recently, you’ve been busy making the round of parties. Now you have an opportunity to rest and recuperate. Take this opportunity to catch up on your reading, update your diary and commune with nature. Your self-confidence will be undermined by a confusing New Moon on the 9th September. No matter how clearly you try to communicate your points, the audience will fail to understand them. Don’t get upset. Take deep breaths and try another approach.
LIBRA (September 24th-October 23rd) On the 11th August, a Solar Eclipse will be a welcome time to join a club, team or organisation. There is power in numbers. Joining forces with a group that is dedicated to making the world a better place is strongly favoured. If you’ve been trying to develop your creative talent, get involved with a set of artists. A rival will take credit for your hard work in early September. Don’t let the deceptive New Moon on the 9th cause you to let down your guard. If you submit work, do it to several people via email. That way, people will know when it was submitted and who generated it.
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SCORPIO (October 24th-November 22nd) An exciting job offer will arrive on or around the 11th August, courtesy of a favourable Solar Eclipse. Accepting changed responsibilities will cause you to discover some hidden talents. Although you’re private by nature, you have tremendous star power. On the 9th September, you’ll meet some interesting people at a party or professional conference. It’s best to maintain an air of formality with these people in the early stages. One or two of the individuals you meet will have shady characters. The last thing you want is to let down your guard with someone who will milk you of time, energy and resources.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd-December 21st) On the 11th August, you’ll get an opportunity to travel, write or study. Expanding your horizons will make you more optimistic.You’re an adventurous person who feels hemmed in by daily responsibilities. By breaking away from an old routine, you’ll realise you have more options than you thought. The New Moon on the 9th September marks a professional opportunity. Look before you leap. The terms of this deal are extremely murky.You might be told you can work from home, only to discover you’ll be expected to spend all your time in the corporate office.
CAPRICORN (December 22nd-January 20th) Money from an inheritance, refund or royalty cheque will arrive on or around the 11th August. That’s when a Solar Eclipse will bolster your financial prospects. Use this windfall to take a pleasant holiday.You work hard, but your enthusiasm for work will fade without a reward. The terms of a legal deal will be extremely unfair. It may
be necessary to hire a lawyer to protect your interests. Even then, the New Moon on the 9th September will make it difficult to get justice. It may be best to settle and walk away from an exhausting fight. Sometimes protecting your resources is more important than prevailing in court.
AQUARIUS (January 21st-February 19th) A close relationship will burst into flower on the 11th August, thanks to a powerful Solar Eclipse. Two heads are definitely better than one during midAugust. If you are having difficulty reaching your professional goals, think about hiring a manager, agent or talent representative. This will allow you to focus on your craft while your partner finds work for you. The New Moon on the 9th September causes people to be distrustful, elusive and deceptive. If you catch someone near and dear to you in a lie, it’s a red flag.You’re not a judgmental person. Learning something disturbing about someone’s past doesn’t bother you when it comes from the horse’s mouth.
PISCES (February 20th-March 20th) An exciting job offer will arrive on the 11th August, thanks to an electrifying Solar Eclipse. Getting a regular income will give you an opportunity to indulge in creature comforts. Although you’re not especially materialistic, you do love well-crafted furniture, clothes and jewellery. Treating yourself will give your ego a much-needed boost. A close relationship will show signs of strain on or around the 9th September. That’s when a deceptive New Moon will cause you to jump to conclusions about your best friend, romantic partner or business associate. Instead of trying to read your friend’s mind, ask them outright what they want from your relationship. FREE Text a Psychic – Text CHARM and your question to 78887. The first 3 replies are FREE for new users* Visit www.russellgrant.com for everything astrological “*Offer redeemable once for new users. First 3 replies are Free. Subsequent messages cost £1.50/msg received. Max 2 replies per message sent. 18+.We may send you Free promotional messages, to opt out call 0207 111 6210. Entertainment Only. Service provided by Inveroak.com
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Ryan Reynolds BY LEANNE AUSTIN
It took over a decade of perseverance to get it right, but Ryan Reynold’s unlikely anti-hero is a record breaking sensation. This month we take a look back at the Deadpool actor’s passionate journey out of development hell and how his love of the character helps him alleviate his anxieties. 41
[feature ] appeared as a side character in 2009’s superhero spin off prequel X-men Origins: Wolverine. Reynolds eagerly accepted the role, however the movie had a troubled production. Despite rushing to get the script ready before the Writers Guild of America’s strike, extensive rewrites pushed the start of shooting back and left a lot to be desired. Working with only vague directions such as “Wade Wilson shows up, talks a lot” gave Reynolds the opportunity to work in his own dialogue ideas, but he clashed with 20th Century Fox producers over visual design. A leaked workprint of the unfinished film made its way online a month before release, prompting last minute reshoots of the film’s ending sequences.
Arriving in Los Angeles in the late nineties, Reynolds was looking to get back into acting after a brief stint as a child star in Canadian teen drama Hillside. After a string of guest spots he landed his first major role in sitcom Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place in 1998. The show would run for three years, with Reynolds making the jump to film, starring in cult classic National Lampoon’s Van Wilder. Reynold’s film career slowly continued with a string of smaller comedy roles before his introduction to comic book movies when he appeared alongside Wesley Snipes in Blade:Trinity, the third adaptation of Marvel’s vampire themed Blade series. This would also be his first encounter with Deadpool, another Marvel creation, after a rival studio executive told Reynolds his performance in Blade: Trinity reminded him of the character. Created by Fabian Nicieza and Rob Liefeld in 1991, Deadpool, real name Wade Wilson, is a profane, 42
wisecracking mercenary who is aware he is a fictional character in a comic book. Speaking at a Google event in 2016, Reynolds recalls the first time he read a Deadpool comic: "At the time - this is in 2004 - I didn't know who Deadpool was, and he said, trust me, if they ever make a movie, you're the only guy that can play Deadpool. So he sent me over all these comics... I'm not a big comic book guy, but I really gravitated toward Deadpool. I fell in love with Deadpool. The first issue I opened up - I'm not making this up - I was on the panel. Like, in the comic. Somebody asked him what he looks like. He says, 'I look like a cross between Ryan Reynolds and a shar-pei.' And I was like, 'Jesus, this is f**king destiny.'" This marked the start of a push by Reynolds to bring Deadpool to the big screen. Although it was not the solo movie he desired, Reynolds would have his chance to play Deadpool when he
Wolverine’s climax features Wilson transformed into a vastly reimagined take on Deadpool, referred to only as Weapon XI. Budget restraints resulted in a version of the mutant anti-hero stripped of his most recognisable traits and classic red suit, and fans were unimpressed with the result - baffled in particular with the decision to sew shut the mouth of a character whose constant quips earned him the nickname ‘The Merc with a Mouth’. Although the final film managed to be a financial success, the critical reaction ultimately led to plans for subsequent X-men Origins entries to be cancelled. When he could not get the green light for another chance at a Deadpool solo film, Reynolds instead signed on with Warner Brothers to play Hal Jordan in their 2011 adaptation of DC Comics Green Lantern series. However this would prove to be another flop, with Reynolds performance being the only subject of praise for the unengaging intergalactic adventure, resulting in a disappointing performance at the box office. Continuing to believe that a more faithful on-screen version of Deadpool could be achieved, Reynolds continued to work on a script he had been putting together with writers Rhett Rheese and Paul Wernick, and met with several potential directors. Tim Miller, co-founder of visual effects company Blur Studio, signed on for
[feature ] his directorial debut and together they produced a mock up sequence featuring a highway fight scene. The studio, however was still unimpressed, and the footage was shelved until it was anonymously uploaded online in 2014. The fan response was overwhelmingly positive, with the video becoming a viral sensation overnight. The goahead was finally given, and production on Deadpool finally began. “We did every iteration of that script we could to allow them to make the movie we wanted to make,” Reynolds told GQ, speaking on the team’s efforts to keep the newly-approved movie rated as a hard R. “Once the test footage leaked, that created a groundswell of support. And the studio responded to that groundswell by saying, ‘Okay, here’s the absolute bare minimum amount of money that we will give this character. Let us know when the movie’s done.’” The final budget was just $58 million. Regardless of the miniscule marketing budget, an unconventional series of viral marketing videos built on the hype of the leaked video, resulting in a sequel being approved days before the film had even officially released. Deadpool finally burst onto screens in 2016, smashing box office records for an R rated movie along the way and earning an incredible $783 million. The success is set to continue, with pre-sale ticket numbers for Deadpool 2 breaking more records stateside.
this knucklehead, and he kind of takes over and goes away again once I walk off set...That’s a great self-defence mechanism, I figure if you’re going to jump off a cliff, you might as well fly.” This method of self-defence can be traced back to Reynold’s childhood. Growing up the youngest of four loud brothers in Vancouver, Reynolds had a strained relationship with his father, which he discusses in a piece written for Time:
New York. A more family-friendly outing is on the horizon for Reynolds, who will be voicing the ever-popular Pokémon mascot in a live action movie, Detective Pikachu, in 2019. Deadpool 2 is in cinemas now. Quotes Talks at Google GQ New York Times Time
“Growing up my father was - at least in our eyes - the toughest man alive: a former cop, former boxer and fulltime landmine. He worked tirelessly to provide for his family, and in return, you were expected to do what he said, often before he said it. It was a somewhat impossible situation for any normally functioning nervous system. In a word, he was scary. Not because he was sadistic or physically abusive. He was scary because he was one of those people with an energetic ‘weight’ to him. He could snatch the life right out of you with a simple look.” Reynolds reconnected with his father shortly before his death thanks to the encouragement of his wife, actress Blake Lively. The couple named their eldest daughter, James, after her grandfather who died in 2015 after a 20-year battle with Parkinson’s disease. They have a second daughter, Ines, and live in Westchester County, outside
The driving force behind the film’s emergence and success, Reynolds has come to embody the character, and makes a habit of appearing as Deadpool for promotional events and interviews. As well as providing laughs, slipping behind the mask and into this largerthan-life persona helps Reynolds cope with the anxiety he always feels before public appearances. Speaking with the New York Times earlier this year, Reynolds opened up about his lifelong struggle with the disorder: “I’ve always had anxiety...both in the light hearted ‘I’m anxious about this’ kind of thing, and I’ve been to the depths of the darker end of the spectrum, which is not fun…. When the curtain opens, I turn on 43
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SEPARATION IN THE FAMILY The topic of divorce and separation can be a complex and sensitive issue – and it can be very difficult to get to grips with all the ins and outs associated with the process. It is important to appreciate that all families, marriages and circumstances are different and to avoid drawing comparisons with other people and their personal circumstances, instead it is sensible to seek expert legal advice if you are starting the process of a divorce, or separation, if you are thinking about doing so or you are on the receiving end of any legal documents. Further, if you are going through a separation involving arrangements for
children then it is important that you seek specialist legal advice at the earliest possible stage. There are many questions and urban myths surrounding divorce and separation such as: Divorce carries a social stigma Years ago, there was often a negative stigma associated with divorce, however, times have changed and it has become more common and accepted.
Growing Apart? The process of a separation or divorce inevitably carries with it questions about financial matters
The Canterbury Law Firm Since 1900 For advice on separation matters contact www.gardnercroft.co.uk | 01227 813 400
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Divorces always end badly Divorces can end badly but that is definitely not always the case. Celebrity divorces in the media almost glamorise what can go wrong, showcasing the worst of the worst with stories of being ‘taken to the cleaners’ and the like. With processes such as Collaborative Law now available, which allow both parties to manage the divorce process amicably and respectfully, there are other options that can be explored to resolve disputes in a constructive way. For more information and to arrange an initial consultation, contact Gardner Croft on 01227 813400 or email enquiries@gardnercroft.co.uk
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8am - 10am 2 courses £18.00 I 3 for £22.00 3 courses £22.00 I 3 for £26.00 3 courses £30.00
AA Rosette award-winning a la carte menu served for lunch & dinner Monday to Saturday. Eight luxury en-suite rooms - dinner with B&B from £149.00 for two. Bar, Garden, Restaurant & Rooms with Parking.
Call 01227 720 339 to make a reservation now or visit www.thedog.co.uk
Drink - Eat - Sleep The Dog At Wingham, Canterbury Road, Wingham, Nr Canterbury, Kent CT3 1BB
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ESCAPE IN THE TOWERS AT ONE POUND LANE, CANTERBURY
WORDS BY DR JOHN SANSON
Fancying ourselves as experts in such things, and hearing, through the grapevine that ‘Escape in the Towers’ was the best in Kent, we were really looking forward to giving ourselves over to sixty minutes of high adrenalin fun. Escape in the Towers is located in Canterbury’s former gaol built in the 1830s. The former cells, with their arched doors and thick stone walls only add to the atmosphere. The whole experience is massively helped by there being a gorgeous and contemporary bar and restaurant located within the buildings – as well as free entry to the Westgate Towers museum. One of the obstacles to writing a review of an Escape Room is the fact that going into any sort of detail with regards the intricacies, twists, turns and surprises that await cannot be done. To do so would risk giving the game away. But the back story is that its 1994 and you’ve stumbled across Dr Wellington’s abandoned laboratory at the Canterbury Electric Company founded in 1883.Your team discover that Dr Wellington used the
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laboratory to complete controversial crime and punishment experiments on the gaols inhabitants before suddenly disappearing. Now 80 years later you have 60 minutes to escape before being trapped for eternity in the lab with no hope of rescue. Without going into too much detail, we found Escape in the Towers brilliant. My partner in crime Debbie got me into the whole concept of escape rooms a couple of years ago. Suffice to say she is the brains of the pairing but as I keep telling myself, I have some uses! Where Escape in the Towers excels is firstly the location.You really are in a prison complete with prison bars, thick wooden cell doors and an air of menace. Secondly, the theatre, Lucas our guide really set the scene with the premise. We were led into the cells with
cloaks over our head and instructed not to remove them until the countdown started. Technology is used to great effect for the visuals and sound effects. Don’t worry if you are not progressing as fast or as quickly as you would like, like all escape rooms your guide is watching your endeavours on camera and will, if needed, give you clues via the monitors set up and visible from every room. With two minutes remaining, ‘seasoned pros’ that we are, our calm demeanour was lost as we were shouting intelligible instructions and numbers at each other as the countdown clock got louder and louder. In the end, we did it in 1hr and 2 minutes. Slightly gutted but energised for the rest of the day. If you’ve never considered an escape room before give ‘Escape in the Towers’ a try and makes for a truly memorable experience. Team sizes range from 2-5, visit www.onepoundlane.co.uk/escape/ for more details.
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Canterbury Restaurant Now Open! Kent’s Gastropub In The City! One Pound Lane is set within Canterbury’s former city gaol & police station. Choose between British small plates in The Pound bar & riverside terrace or our Gastropub menu in the brand new Parade Room on the first floor. Enjoy free entry to the Westgate Towers Museum & Viewpoint with every receipt and a 10% discount to our award winning Escape Room experience set within the former cells of the Westgate Towers!
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Autumn Fair
Friday 28th – Sunday 30th September The Broadstairs Food Festival is back for 2018 with a tempting mix of delicious regional food & drink, chef demonstrations, workshops and fun for all the family. Victoria Gardens Broadstairs CT10 1QL – FREE ENTRY
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“I can say with confidence that anybody looking for thoroughly accomplished no-fangled British cooking in Thanet South will not be disappointed.” THE TELEGRAPH “An indulgent alternative. Make sure to try one of their mouth-watering soft-boiled duck eggs, paired with crispy smoked eel soldiers and topped off with seaweed . . . at a bargain.” HELLO MAGAZINE “Freshly landed fish straight from boat to kitchen, is expertly prepared by chef Craig Mather’s delicate touch.” HARDEN’S BEST UK RESTAURANTS “Craig Mather’s . . . presence is significant as it raises the culinary game in Ramsgate to new higher strata. In short, his cooking is amazing … The service is friendly and unfussy. The food is glorious.” NEIL HENNESSY-VASS 50
Special Offer: A complimentary glass of wine per person with lunch or dinner with this ad. Empire Room Restaurant @ Royal Harbour Hotel 10-11 Nelson Crescent, Ramsgate, Kent CT11 9JF T: 01843 582511 (restaurant) 01843 591514 (hotel) E: info@royalharbourhotel.co.uk Tw: L@EmpRoom L@RHHotel W: www.royalharbourhotel.co.uk
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AT DEAL, HYTHE, & DOVER • Open 7 days a week
• Full restaurant service from 12 noon until 10 p.m.
HYTHE BAY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT IN DEAL
Tel: 01304 365555 Email: deal@hythebay.co.uk 41-45 Beach St, Deal CT14 6HY
• Fully Licensed Bar
• Non Fish and Vegetarian options and Children's Menu available
HYTHE BAY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT IN HYTHE
Tel: 01303 233844 Email: hythe@hythebay.co.uk Marine Parade, Hythe, CT21 6AW
HYTHE BAY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT IN DOVER
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With stunning views over the Royal Harbour, Little Ships Restaurant & Café takes its name from the armada of 'Little Ships' which set sail from Ramsgate during the Dunkirk evacuations in 1940. We serve an all-day dining and café menu which specialises in fish and local produce from Kent farms. Many vegan and vegetarian options available. Enjoy coffee and drinks overlooking the marina.
Open daily 8:30am to 9:30pm
LITTLE SHIPS R e s ta u r a n t & C a f é
Little Ships Restaurant & Café, 54-56 Harbour Parade, Ramsgate Kent CT11 8LN 01843 585008 www.littleshipsramsgate.co.uk info@littleshipsramsgate.co.uk Tw and FB: @littleshipskent
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STEVE SMITH
BY BOHEMIA HEAD CHEF STEVE SMITH
JERSEY ROYAL ICE CREAM RECIPE
Head Chef Steve Smith of Michelin starred Bohemia Bar and Restaurant has shared his unique recipe for Jersey Royal ice cream to keep you cool this long, hot, Kentish summer.
4. Add the drained potatoes and allow to steep for 45 minutes.
Steve Smith is one of the world’s most distinguished chefs. Steve Smith has won a Michelin Star five times and has held a Michelin star for over 20 years. Bohemia is the only Michelin starred restaurant in the Channel Islands. The restaurant currently holds five AA rosettes and has been ranked as the 11th best restaurant in the whole of the UK by the Good Food Guide 2018. Bohemia is the only restaurant in the Channel Islands to be featured, and outranks some of the most famous restaurants cementing Bohemia firmly on the international culinary map.
5. K eep 500g of the potatoes. Blend the kept potatoes, milk mix, creme fraiche, brown butter and salt.
Bohemia Bar & Restaurant, Green Street, St. Helier, Jersey JE2 4UH, Channel Islands
6. B lend until completely smooth then place into a Paco jet beaker and freeze.
For reservations please call: 01534 880 588 or visit www.bohemiajersey.com
INGREDIENTS
METHOD
1 kg Finely sliced Jersey Royals
1. C aramelise the sliced Jersey Royals in the butter until completely golden brown.
500g Borbier unsalted butter 500ml Skimmed milk 60g Pro crema 500ml whole milk 120ml Creme Fraiche/fromage blanc 2 tbspn brown butter 2 tspn Salt
Steve Smith is one of the world’s most distinguished chefs. Steve Smith has won a Michelin Star five times and has held a Michelin star for over 20 years. Bohemia is the only Michelin starred restaurant in the Channel Islands. The restaurant currently holds five AA rosettes and has been ranked as the 11th best restaurant in the whole of the UK by the Good Food Guide 2018.
2. Drain from the butter. 3. Add the milk to the pro crema and bring to the boil.
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THE AMBRETTE, MARGATE WORDS BY SHELLEY NYE
The award-winning group of Ambrette restaurants run by Dev Biswal and his wife Emma, has recently relocated The Ambrette in Margate to a stunning new sea front location. Having outgrown the original Ambrette in King St, Margate, the restaurant re-opened in June 2018 in a beautiful setting opposite the Turner Contemporary. Having enjoyed many memorable meals in the original Ambrette in Margate, in recent years I have only eaten in the Canterbury restaurant – usually with colleagues for business meetings, often at lunchtimes -
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and have always appreciated the inspiring menu. Expectations (and temperatures) were running high when I and my family, visited the brand-new restaurant only a stone’s throw from Margate harbour.
On one of the hottest evenings I can recall in England, our table was booked for what we hoped was a family-friendly 6pm. The drive along the sea front was reminiscent of the fun-filled, scorching hot and happy Margate, I remembered as a child growing up there. The temperature was at a positively balmy 24°C, young families were still playing on the beach and splashing happily in the sea. Our spirits were high, and our tummies were rumbling.
[food and drink ] Our drinks arrived, and our children had been encouraged by our waiter to try local Kent juices from The Owlet. Apple and raspberry juice was a deemed a hit, whilst we enjoyed an ice-cold Kingfisher beer each. Perhaps not the most imaginative of choices as there was an expansive and reasonably priced wine list, but our choice was perfect for the evening and our Friday night mood.
After some deliberation about where to park, (our usual conversation when approaching Margate) we remembered we could easily park on the Harbour Arm. We made our way across Fort Hill to The Ambrette. There was a slight concern in my mind that evening as we had decided to bring our two youngish children with us. Although they’re both spice lovers, quite well-travelled and enthusiastic restaurant-goers, there was still an air of unease as we weren’t sure just how formal the new restaurant would be. How welcome would the children be, and would they be catered for?
extensive Ambrette menu, full of twists, turns and thrills reminiscent of a rollercoaster ride at Dreamland but without the mild threat of fear. Our 11-year-old daughter is a vegetarian and we were thrilled to see so many options for her on first opening the menu. I was pleased to see how contemporary and accommodating the menu was with an extensive vegan section comprising of three starters, four mains and desserts including the intriguing s ound of “Young Indian calabash, wild quinoa, mung lentil and stir-fried lentil halloumi”.
We began with a pre-appetiser each of “Poori” - a crisp semolina pastry shell filled with spiced potato, chickpea and tamarind-infused water. For the almost ridiculous price of £0.50 per person, what arrived was a beautifully presented and dramatic start to our meal that left us all smiling with surprise. Our waiter had checked and checked again that our children were happy with spice and seemed reassured enough by our assurances. I have no doubt had we wavered he would have arranged something less spicy for them. I’m very glad he didn’t. The poori were spherical and we were advised to pour a shot glass of the tamarind water into the filled shell. It was messy, almost theatrical and above all fun to eat and encapsulated precisely what the Ambrette is so great at delivering – the thrillingly unexpected. It was a dish of sophisticated food that was not intimidating. We all loved those poori. We still talk about them now.
Housed in the Victorian building that once was the old Foy Pub, the restaurant is imposing from the outside. On stepping inside, we were met with a spacious, calm and airy interior, full of light-wood panelling and pale wooden floors, with contemporary colourful artworks by local artist Chris Snow. The interior was a complete contrast to the warm, busy and loud seaside world we had left behind and we all paused to admire our pared-back and relaxed surroundings. As it was relatively early, it was quiet, and we were shown to a table with the postcard perfect view of the Margate sands and the Harbour Arm. Iced water appeared at our table instantly and we then met our very attentive and smiling waiter. We all began to feel very at ease and relaxed. What followed was a delicious and delightful journey through the very 55
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A complimentary dish of a trio of falafel and chicken bonbons delicately flavoured with potato and lentil, chicken and pineapple, chicken and mango with coconut, were then served. There was also the merest sliver of a poppadum. Faultlessly presented and delicately spiced, we all swapped around until we found our favourites one of the trio – mainly to please our vegetarian daughter, but also just because it was fun to swap and barter with the dishes. We moved onto starters and I chose “piri-piri prawns, grilled Tilapia and squid with pickled samphire and wild salmon caviar”. The prawns were firm, and a perfect catch-in-the-back-ofthe-throat kind of spicy. The squid was much more robust with complex heavy spices. The contrast was again unexpected, but delicious. The rest of the family chose a trio of vegetarian street food (the favoured poori made another appearance) with chick pea cake and rice cake, a dosai (a traditional South Indian crepe) filled with gently spiced potatoes, mustard and onions that was described as “sweet and also a bit smoky” by our son. There was a double-thumbs up from the hard to please veggie daughter, which is the highest of all accolades. My partner chose a “breast of wood pigeon smoked with cloves, rosemary and cinnamon poached pear with a chilli and mango 56
chutney2. Judging by the silence this was a heavenly choice, although he did later comment that there was a “BBQ tasting sweetness” to the dish. The main course was served soon after, and I could sense that we were all quite full, but the sight of our mains was met again with enthusiasm and eagerness. We had chosen two sharing platters –a vegetarian sharing platter for the young diners and a plate to share of “extralarge black tiger prawns, biryani rice, paprika fenugreek potatoes, spinach and red lentil with Kerala coconut sauce” for the adults. The prawns were the size of small lobsters and a tantalisingly sweet, fleshy feast. I’m still thinking about them now as I write. Wonderful! We loved every mouthful of this dish and the presentation style. Small sharing bowls are familiar to our relaxed dining style at home and really suited us. The swapping of morsels and the discussion and careful selection of tasty treats to offer our children to encourage them to try new flavours, is what made this meal so enjoyable for our family. Every restaurant reviewer will say this, but I really believed there was no room for dessert…but of course after the pre-requisite stretch of the legs outside the restaurant and relaxing of belts, we welcomed the pre-dessert of guava granita with wide eyes and expectant
mouths. I have pondered this since that evening and I still don’t know if our lovely waiter got the kitchen to add popping candy to our granitas because of the children or if was part of the original recipe. No matter – the delight we had eating that inappropriately loud granita was a memory maker. I chose a “rose and vanilla crème brulee with dehydrated rose petals” for dessert, whilst my partner had “profiteroles with orange and saffron cream”. The children shared “chocolate samosa with passion fruit and guava parfait”. My crème brulee was smooth, indulgent and the rose water gave a perfumed exotic flavour. Clean plates and a few “yummy” noises showed me that the rest of the party similarly enjoyed their desserts. And so to the bill – for the setting and exquisite food we so enjoyed it was very reasonable and a pleasant surprise. By now, it was 9.15pm and the sun was getting ready to set directly opposite the Ambrette. We said a warm and friendly goodbye, and thank you, to our knowledgeable and child-friendly host and left the cool calm oasis of the Ambrette to sit on the harbour wall and watch a vibrant orange sunset. It was the perfect cinematic, clichéd end to a truly wonderful evening.
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THE V E RY BE ST T H AT KE NT H A S TO O F F ER ! HA ND-P ICK YOU R GOOD S A N D L E T U S C R E AT E YOU T H E PE R F ECT GI F T F OR C HR IS TM A S WI T H OU R B E S POKE H A M PE R S! FU L L R A N GE OF B E AU T I F U L WI CKE R H A M P E R S TO CH OOS E F R OM . A brand new shop in the eclectic old town of Margate selling the finest artisan products sourced only from Kent. Wines - confectionery – cheeses – coffees and teas From ‘Curiously Kentish’ pickles, chutneys, jams & salamis ‘Romney Marsh Wool’ goods – male grooming products from ‘Beard Juice’ –Hand made pottery ENJOY A GREAT COFFEE AND PASTRY IN OUR COFFEE SHOP GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE | OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
The Kentish Pantry 1 Duke Street, Old Town Margate CT9 1EP Tel: 01843 231150 www.thekentishpantry.co.uk
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“A balanced diet is having a cupcake in each hand!”
Taste the delights of The Curious Cupcake Café in the historic old town of Margate Open 7-days-a-week for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea, our wonderful café is renowned for great service and delicious food.
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The Curious Cupcake Cafe 4-5 Market Place, Old Town, Margate. CT9 1EN 01843 231598 www.cupcakecafemargate.co.uk
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Overlooking one of the finest beaches on the North Kent Coast, the newly refurbished
MINNIS BAY BAR & BRASSERIE is a relaxed, stylish venue that offers Truly outstanding views Great food made from fresh, local produce An extensive drinks list Friendly service Alfresco dining Take away hot drinks & snacks
Now offering a superb new private 1st floor function suite with it’s own bar & balcony sun terrace, making the
MINNIS BAY BAR & BRASSERIE the perfect venue for a special celebration or even a wedding reception!
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E: minnisbay@shepherd-neame.co.uk The Parade, Birchington, Kent, CT7 9QP
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LITTLE SHIPS LAUNCHES EK Lifestyle despatched food and travel writer George Shaw to investigate the arrival of Ramsgate’s new Little Ships Restaurant & Cafe Much doom and gloom accompanied arch Brexiteer Tim Martin’s vast new ‘Spoons’ incarnation, the vast Royal Victoria Pavilion pub on Ramsgate Harbour Parade, went it opened in last year. Attempting to resist the JD Wetherspoon behemoth was deemed futile by some existing hostelries. A number of businesses raised the white flag and fled the field. There was no fighting the ‘enemy’ on the landing grounds, beaches or streets. Rising to the challenge, hotelier James (owner of the Royal Harbour Hotel) and his head chef Craig Mather (Empire Room) have launched Little Ships Restaurant & Café. Based on this encounter, victory is theirs. The place was certainly thriving when I visited on the one day this summer when 60
there were no blue skies over. Much blood, toil tears and sweat were expending in the 8 days it took to transform the former Miles Bar into the stylish venue, which owes much to the bistros across The Channel. It reopened shortly after the longest day of the summer, in time of the summer tourist invasion. The Little Ships epithet is taken from the flotilla of 800 privately owned boats, which sailed from Ramsgate in May 1940, as part of Operation Dynamo, to help evacuate over a third of a million troops stranded on the beaches of Dunkirk. It also pays salute to the fishing boats which trawl these waters. You cannot miss the restaurant, which
stands proudly overlooking the marina. Its prominent bright yellow, red and black awnings use the colours and pattern of the medal ribbon, worn by the Dunkirk Veterans’ Association. There are some interesting Dunkirk charts, pictures and mementos adorning the Farrow & Ball painted walls, freshly clad in reclaimed timber.The pride of the collection is the encased officer’s Army tunic of James’s grandfather, Dr George Morris, who served in the Royal Army Medical Corps and was evacuated from Dunkirk on 30th May 1940.
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How terribly British to commemorate a defeat and the lowest point of the war, albeit a retreat so well-orchestrated, that it ultimately led to eventual victory 5 years later. But I was here for the food rather than a history lesson. This began with a selection of local-baked artisan breads, olives and baked head of garlic with olive oil. Simple, but highly pleasing, which is what this place is all about. On another day, I could have spent the day munching on them, staring aimlessly across the pretty harbour, sipping rare French beers. I probably shall. For starters, my lunch companion had a classic prawn and avocado cocktail, served in a Martini cocktail glass. I opted for the tangy baked camembert with rosemary and garlic. This had been melted in the opened kitchen’s pride and joy, the locally built Harrison charcoal fired oven - favoured by many top-end chefs - which deserves mentioning in despatches.
To follow, I was enticed by the sea bream on display in the chiller cabinet in front of the open kitchen, landed a few yards away earlier that morning. Whole roasted with a salsa Verdi, the Harrison worked its magic on the fish with succulent flesh, encrusted in a crispy blackened skin. My host’s barbecued pork chop, was the best I can remember. The Harrison cooks quickly, and very high temperatures – producing something molecular gastronomists call the ‘Maillard reaction’, which causes
natural sugars in foods to caramelise. The oven also locks in the moisture to great effect. Don’t worry about the science. Just enjoy the results. Not only was the thick, fat, locally-farmed pork pink, moist and tender, the flavour was heavenly. This is because of Chef Mather’s unique take on the Café de Paris butter, which tops the meat as it rests. I stole the recipe. It’s an intriguing concoction of shallot brunoise, capers, various fresh and dried herbs, garlic, Cognac, Madeira, Worcestershire sauce, sweet paprika, Dijon mustard, zest and tomato ketchup. I’m told the charcoal oven also proves its considerable worth (cheap it ain’t) when it encounters steak, vegetables and flatbread kebabs We did scope the dessert menu of Rich Belgium chocolate pot, Great British Victoria sponge, creamy lemon posset and Kent cheese selection. But discretion formed the better part of valour and we made tactical withdrawal in the knowledge that we would live to fight another day. Open all day, 7 days a week from 08:30 hours. Little Ships Restaurant & Café 54-56 Harbour Parade, Ramsgate Kent CT11 8LN www.littleshipsramsgate.co.uk T: 01843 585008
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BY PEARSON'S BY JAKE ALDER
Is there anything better than a cocktail in the sun? Cocktails are a novelty that are becoming more and more popular, and bars are getting more adventurous with their offerings.You can’t just roll out a standard G&T or rum and coke anymore. Customers want a visual and taste experience. At the Pearson’s Arms we pride ourselves on our wide selection of cocktails. We’ve got a reputation to uphold and we always push ourselves to be innovative, fun and brave with our flavour combinations. Other places in the town are constantly raising the bar for customers, which keeps us on our toes and always changing. We have a few ways to do this. We recently launched the ‘Pearson’s Arms Staff Cocktail Competition’. The rules are simple. Each member of staff has to create and name a cocktail outside of our standard menu and then sell it to the general public. Each cocktail was priced at £10 and a point was awarded for each one sold. At the end of the two-week period, we tally up the scores and announce the winner! We also post photos of the cocktails on our social media channels and ask our followers to vote for their favourite (which contributes to the final scores). The first competition was a great success with our team designing some exciting new cocktails, such as the ‘Mexican Mojito’ to a Bali-inspired ‘Banana and Basil Daiquiri’. It allowed
us to come together as a team and have fun while inspiring and challenging each other. I think we are pretty unique in this approach and it means that we are continuously learning from each other, ensuring that the cocktails we make are the best and most original in town. If you are a cocktail fan, make sure you follow the Pearson’s Arms on Facebook and Instagram. We regularly post pictures from our menu, so come and join us for a tipple or use us as inspiration for your own mixology experimentation. Feel free to share your results with us – who knows, they might make it on to our blackboard! Or even better, come and join us for a Cocktail Masterclass and learn from the experts first-hand. So, what’s on the Pearson’s menu at the moment? Well I’ve come up with a new cocktail, jumping on the Spritz
craze that sweeps the country during the summer months. Looks great, tastes great. Come in and sample for yourself! WATERMELON & GINGER APEROL SPRITZ Fresh watermelon juice Dash of watermelon liqueur Dash of fresh ginger juice Aperol Topped up with Prosecco Serve over lots of ice and with a watermelon slice garnish Cheers! Jake Alder, Bar Manager – Pearson’s Arms, Whitstable @pearsonsarms
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6 REASONS TO CHOOSE SALISBURY
FOR A STAYCATION RIGHT NOW
EKL Travel Editor Jaillan Yehia looks at why now is a great time to visit Wiltshire and support the stunning city of Salisbury.
visitors a year to its historic cathedral, and is less than 10 miles from the most famous prehistoric monument in the world.
If you’re looking for staycation ideas to capitalise on the amazing weather we’ve been having this summer you might be considering a weekend away in a quintessentially English market town, perhaps with plans to soak up some local sightseeing along with the last of the season’s sun.
There are the perfect number of unique attractions in the area around Salisbury to keep you interested, without making you feel so rushed that you forget to take time to relax, creating a great balance for a break.
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world. Beyond our own city of Canterbury, we might have our eye on urban beauties like Bath or Winchester; both perennially popular holiday spots offering half-timbered buildings, strollable streets and enticing history, surrounded by rural scenery. You may have considered the quaint South West city of Salisbury for a short break too, and you wouldn’t be alone; one of the top UK excursions for overseas tourists it draws half a million
But chances are that much of what you’ve heard about Salisbury of late hasn’t focused on the city’s idyllic setting, the Neolithic history of Stonehenge, the height of its recordbreaking spire or even the beauty of nearby Salisbury Plain.
[travel ] Why Visit Now? An opportunity to be surrounded by Salisbury Cathedral’s unparalleled splendour when visitor numbers have eased off is not to be missed. salisburycathedral.org.uk 2. To Marvel At The Magna Carta Even as you enter Chapter House you’re surrounded by history in the shape of 60 intricate wall carvings dating back to the 13th Century. This dry fact is brought to life by the tour guide who explains the purpose of the biblical sculptures, which was to help those who couldn’t read learn their bible stories.
The mystery of the white horses carved into the area’s chalk hills was, up until recently, the big local story, but that has now been superseded by recent news events. But there will always be people willing to look beyond the headlines and discover the positive side of supporting a destination which has suffered a negative news event - and in the case of Salisbury there is lots going on for visitors right now, from art and culture to events and festivals. I travelled to Wiltshire to see for myself what Salisbury has to offer, and found that spending some time there this summer comes with some major advantages. 6 REASONS TO SPEND A WEEKEND IN WILTSHIRE 1. To Climb Britain’s Tallest Spire at Salisbury Cathedral If you’re a history fan or an architecture buff you certainly won’t need any encouragement to join the vast numbers of tourists who visit Salisbury Cathedral every year. But if your attention span for impressive Gothic buildings is usually short (I’d count myself in this group), you’ll find a lot of unexpected and attention-grabbing surprises here. There’s far more to entertain you in and around the delightful Cathedral Close than first meets the eye.
As well as being an awe-inspiring sight which dominates the Salisbury skyline from every angle, the cathedral has the tallest spire in the country (the second tallest in Europe) which you can climb on a special aerial tour, giving you behind the scenes access and epic city and scenery views from 68 metres up. Salisbury Cathedral isn’t your run of the mill ancient church either – it regularly hosts modern installation art and the exhibit during my visit is a nod to the events of previous months. City of Doves sees 2,500 origami doves fly suspended through Salisbury Cathedral in a powerful display representing peace, unity and resilience against violence. The piece has previously been displayed in Jerusalem and Munich - cities which have overcome struggles of their own. The entire cathedral is also packed to the exceptionally high rafters with curious facts and bizarre artefacts – you’ll see the world’s oldest clock, walk in Britain’s largest cloister and find Sir Edward Heath’s final resting place.You can also enjoy the peaceful reflection of the majestic stained-glass windows in 3,000 litres of water: one of the permanent contemporary artworks is Britain’s largest baptism font.
He goes on to point out that if you look closely you’ll see that the carved figures encircling the entrance represent good and evil, vices and virtues - but the vices are all portrayed by male figures, the virtues by females. This draws a laugh from everyone present. But we are all here to see a different and very specific piece of history: Chapter House is where you’ll find the most well-preserved copy of the Magna Carta in existence, and aside from a visit to the British Library in London or to Lincoln, this is your only chance to see the most important single sheet of scroll in England. The Great Charter contains all 63 laws and 3000 words decreed as English rights by King John in 1215 - including the right to justice and a fair trial which forms the backbone of English Law to this day. Seeing the intricate ink lettering become ever smaller as it carries further down the page hints at the rushed scribes struggling to keep the document from going over onto a second sheet, adding a relatable human element to this world-famous document. Why Visit Now? If you haven’t seen the Magna Carta you’ve already missed its 800-year anniversary, so why wait any longer? salisburycathedral.org.uk/magna-carta
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3. To Set Off On Safari Across Salisbury Plain After the peace and tranquillity of Salisbury Cathedral, representing the cerebral side of Wiltshire, you might be ready for a more physical and hands-on experience - and this is where Salisbury Plain Safaris comes in. You’ll climb aboard a vintage Land Rover to bounce around whichever sections of the 300- square mile chalk plateau that form Salisbury Plain are deemed best for conditions that day. This vast open landscape is about the size of the Isle of Wight and is inhabited by wildlife such as cows and native bustards (meter-high ostrich-like birds) as well as the even wilder life of the British Army units. The latter use the landscape for manoeuvres, mostly with live ammunition, meaning there can be few parts of England for which you’d be more in need of a qualified local guide. Luckily safari leader James knows the Plain inside out - from trucks carrying ammo, fields littered with bullet casings and firing zones signified by red flags, to wild flowers and tranquil nature reserves, he’ll navigate and commentate for you as you explore this amazing section of the country. And if you’re a railway buff, war historian or even a fan of TV series like The Walking Dead your pulse will quicken when you’re taken to the disused rolling stock and railway yards used by troops for training here. As far back as WW1 soldiers came in by railway to Salisbury Plain because 66
the territory is so similar to northern France and Belgium, so there’s a lifetime of history that comes with the fabulous views. Why Visit Now? August is when the harvest happens on much of Salisbury Plain, making it ideal for photography; everything takes on a sepia tone, as if a natural Instagram filter has been applied. August Bank Holiday is also one of the few dates per year when you can visit Imber, a 12th century village smack bang in the middle of a live firing range which was abandoned in the 1930’s and has been stuck in a time warp ever since. salisburyplainsafaris.co.uk 4. To Witness the White Horses - and the Chalk Kiwi - of Wiltshire Wiltshire’s white horses - huge carvings of horses into the chalk hills - represent a unique and beautiful spectacle which can best be seen in this specific part of the country. There are said to have been 24 white horses in England in total, dating back 250 years, with 13 in Wiltshire, and of these 8 are still visible – especially on a clear day.
Even more intriguing is the Bulford Kiwi, a giant bird carved into the landscape by New Zealand soldiers stationed here in 1919, which has now been given protected status. Why Go Now? Clear and bright weather heightens your ability to spot and snap the famous white horses from afar, so a visit in the summer is best. There’s also just been a massive dump of new white chalk by helicopter on the kiwi making it easier to see. visitwiltshire.co.uk/explore/wiltshire-whitehorses 5. To Have Your Own Summer Solstice at Stonehenge Stonehenge really needs no introduction. The 4,500-year-old monument is English Heritage’s most visited site and has a deep-seated meaning to the British public that can’t be explained in mere words.
[travel ] Many countries have their own world famous and iconic natural structures and for England that must-see spectacle is Stonehenge, so if you haven’t seen it for yourself, this could be the year to correct that. Why Go Now? Nothing can dent the appeal of Stonehenge for UK and overseas visitors alike but now that the summer solstice is over grab any opportunity to find a lull in the crowds and get those mystic stones to yourself while the skies are still bright blue. 2018 also marks the 100th anniversary of Stonehenge being gifted to the nation by private landowners. english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/ stonehenge
6. To Shop and Snack In An Independent & Creative City Once the delights of the Cathedral and surrounding countryside have fully revealed themselves, there’s the streets of Salisbury itself to explore. This compact and easy-tonavigate city is perfect for the kind of pleasant weekend-paced meandering we all crave. There are no shortage of inspiring indie shops to pop into: from Fisherton Mill, a former Victorian Mill turned artist studio space, café and creative centre to Regent Tailoring, a gentrified Kingsman-style tailors shop where you can browse for bespoke suits, hipster clothing and accessories and have an artisan G&T all under one carefullycurated roof. Food-wise there are of course atmospheric history-packed pubs like the Haunch of Venison, Salisbury’s oldest public house: on my visit I was the only non-American diner due to its popularity with travellers from the other side of the pond.
cafes and art galleries that we all tend to pay lip service to supporting, and this summer is the time to put that into action. There’s also free parking on offer across much of the city to encourage visitors to do what Brits do best: keep calm and carry on. fishertonmill.co.uk
Then there are the more relaxed eateries such as the Old Ale and Coffee House which showcases the kind of quirky and cool menu of real ales and craft beers which defines Salisbury’s true character, that of a city where the old intersects with the new.
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Why Visit Now? Salisbury is packed with small, locally-owned independent businesses – the kind of one-off shops,
For more information on visiting Salisbury and Wiltshire go to visitwiltshire.co.uk/salisbury
haunchpub.co.uk oldaleandcoffeehouse.com You can check the latest free parking on offer at visitwiltshire.co.uk/salisbury/ plan-your-visit/car-parking-and-car-parks
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WHY YOU NEED TO SAY
ARRIVEDERCI
ROME, BUONGIORNO BOLOGNA
Are you a fountain of knowledge when it comes to Italy? Or are you just starting your studies in Italian culture? Either way, the university city of Bologna makes the perfect setting for an alfresco class in romantic architecture and endless aperitivos, writes EKL Travel Editor Jaillan Yehia. As a travel writer, I’m often asked the same question by people I meet: what’s your favourite country in the world. My stock answer is that it’s a toss-up between Italy and Cambodia. I’ve spent more consecutive travel time in Cambodia but I’ve been on countless single trips to Italy - and there are 68
plenty of reasons I intend to keep going back. Another place I hang out in a lot is online travel forums - and if I see a question I happen to know the answer to – or at least an answer to - I usually try to help. A lot of questions I see online go something like this:
‘I’m headed to Italy for the first time and want to visit Rome and Florence and explore Tuscany or the Amalfi Coast, can anyone share some tips?’ Sometimes Venice or Milan is mentioned in the question, but that’s about as far as it goes. No matter what I’m doing at the time I make it my business to reply, assuring the would-be traveller that the best tip I can give them is to go somewhere else; because there’s much more to Italy than the big hitters.
[travel ] I usually advise them to get off the beaten track at least for a bit - as gorgeous as Rome, Florence and Venice all are.
quality of the food and the stunning nature of the scenery can still take you by surprise.
The idea of someone heading to Italy and holidaying only in the most touristy locations, spending all their time standing in hot, sweaty queues for timed-entry tickets to packed museums and perhaps even being overcharged for some bad pasta somewhere with grumpy service, fills me with horror.
So if you’re looking for an Italian short break, and want to combine a stunning city with beautiful surrounding scenery and unparalleled eats, I want to let you in on the travel writer’s choice: the university city of Bologna.
Especially when I know the real Italy is friendly, slow-paced and delicious. And while an Italian holiday should be indulgent and stylish it doesn’t have to be obvious and garish. Italy can be a feast for all the senses and surprisingly good value, if you know where to look. I can’t think of a European country where value for money varies more based on the specific area you choose to visit. World class cities like Rome and Venice are packed with luxurious and correspondingly high-priced places to stay and to eat, and well-known regions like Tuscany are always able to demand higher prices due to their enduring popularity with foreign tourists.
BOLOGNA 101: YOUR FIRST 5 LESSONS ON WHY BOLOGNA IS BEST First and foremost, if you’re travelling to Italy for the food you need to know that Bologna - and the entire region of Emilia Romagna in which it sits - is the birthplace of many of the famous Italian foods you’re keen to taste on your trip. From balsamic vinegar and parmesan cheese to pasta and Parma ham, this area is home to classic Italian flavours which are prized all over the world, meaning that much of your souvenir shopping, as well as your holiday to do list, is going to revolve around the edible. And surely that’s got to be a good thing? Bologna makes an ideal base for excursions to food-producing towns the Romanesque city of Parma is about an hour away, and en route you’ll pass the balsamic mecca of Modena. As well as the countless age-old specialist shops selling artisan food products, a new addition to the Bologna food scene is FICO. Billed as the world’s largest agri-food park this is essentially Disneyland for foodies. It is a vast indoor and outdoor space containing 45 restaurants along with a chance to see, touch and taste an incredibly wide range of first class ingredients.
But while certain Italian areas have become exceptionally famous especially over on the other side of the pond - the beauty of Italy is that there are hundreds of comparatively undiscovered locations where the
It’s hard to separate the food from the setting here in Emilia Romagna, but Bologna itself is also bite-sized: the perfect scale for exploring, you can get lost in its atmospheric alleyways and under its pretty porticos, while never actually being more than 10 minutes from your destination, or more than a few steps from your next gelato. Here are 5 key facts about Bologna that you should learn before you go:
1. It Is Home To The World’s Oldest University Bologna is absolutely dripping in history at every turn, but nowhere more so than at the university which was founded in 1088, making it the oldest university in continuous operation anywhere in the world. It remains one of the leading academic institutions in Italy, but where this seat of classical learning really comes alive for visitors, is, rather morbidly, the place where they studied death. The 17th century teatro anatomico is a spruce-wood-panelled anatomical theatre where students performed autopsies under the watchful eyes of a professor and a monk; the latter’s job was to ensure that science did not contradict the church. Whatever your personal beliefs though, the carved sculptures of Hippocrates and Apollo along with various astrological symbols, as well as the shudder-inducing marble slab, make for some thought-provoking examination. archiginnasio.it 2. It Has More Porticos Than Any Other City Bologna’s record-breaking 40km of porticos make it completely unique among Italian cities and helped to secure it UNESCO World Heritage status. While other Italian centres banned the covered walkways, which protected medieval scholars from the elements as they scurried from one class to the next, Bologna began making them compulsory for buildings from the 1100’s. 69
[travel ] This means visitors to the city today can still enjoy an elegant stroll without getting wet or sunburned, depending on the season. 3. It Is The Birthplace of Tortellini Tortellini is so synonymous with Bologna that many natives of the city, as well as students, get tortellini tattoos inked on their bodies as a nod to their pride in Emilia Romagna’s identity. If a tortellini tattoo is a bit too much of a commitment for you then try the next best thing and hand make your own pasta at Le Sfogline, home of Bologna’s most celebrated cooking classes. The tiny shop has been in Bologna’s Mercato della Erbe for 70 years but in recent years patrons have extended to include chefs like Rick Stein. Here Daniella and sister Monica turn out lasagna, tortellini and tortelloni for local customers and turn your preconceptions of Italian mammas stirring up secret recipes handed down through the generations into a reality. You can learn how to make the dough from scratch, how to twist the intricate shapes, and little insider tips are shared - like the fact that the perfect tortellini weights exactly 2 grams. If you don’t fancy doing all the hard work yourself, you can buy pre-made pasta to take home, and the courgette flower-topped lasagna is a real treat.
Alternatively, you can try the classes at Cibo – The Culinary Institute of Bologna - which is directly opposite L8 Boutique Apartments. lesfogline.it cookingclassesinbologna.com 4. It Is The Home of the Real Ragu The famous ‘spaghetti Bolognese’ to which Bologna gives its name is in fact a misnomer – the dish simply doesn’t exist, except in tourist restaurants. What you’re after here for authenticity is tagliatelle al ragù.
The signature sauce is always referred to as ragù, and a local Bolognese restaurant would never serve it with spaghetti; the pasta is considered too thin to be served with red meat, so it’s usually made with tagliatelle – which also happens to be native to the region. There are of course plenty of places to try the dish, but by avoiding the obvious pavement cafes and ducking down a small unassuming street you’ll find a spot popular with locals and business people: Trattoria Gianni. trattoria-gianni.it 5. The Largest Leaning Tower If you thought that avoiding the more obvious tourist centres meant you’d miss out on Italy’s biggest leaning tower then you’re in for a pleasant surprise. The Asinelli Tower is the most famous symbol of Bologna, and one of the few of the estimated 180 medieval towers which remain standing to this day – albeit now at a 1.3-degree tilt. An amazing feat of 12th century engineering with 498 steps leading up to the viewing platform, this 97m structure is almost twice the height of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. It is better known as The Due Torre or the two towers – because adjacent to it is the Garisenda Tower so famous it was mentioned in Dante’s Divine
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[travel ] Comedy, and its shorter sister now leans at an even more precarious 4-degree angle. duetorribologna.com YOUR BOLOGNA HALLS OF RESIDENCE: L8 BOUTIQUE APARTMENTS I’ve been to Bologna a couple of times and always stayed in an apartment - and I’d highly recommend any visitor to do the same. With so much incredible fresh produce on offer in Bologna’s shops and food markets - the sheer range and selection of pasta, cheese and ham is enough to excite anyone - it would be a crime not to have a kitchen in which to cook up a feast. There’s also something utterly delightful about retiring to your own little bolt hole after a few hours of sightseeing, especially as apartment living in Bologna is characterised by old buildings blessed with roof terraces on which to enjoy your morning coffee or evening aperitivo. The pick of the crop right now is L8 Boutique Apartments, a newly refurbished historic townhouse
which was passed down through the generations before being sensitively transformed by cousins Francesca and Federica into eight unique design-led apartments, all of which marry modern functionality with antique charm. The perfect location in a quiet street moments away from the centre of town, makes L8 the place to be if you want to graduate from tourist wannabe to inthe-know local on your trip to Bologna. www.l8boutiqueapartments.it
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HAIR BY THE CHAIR
SUMMER SUN KISSED BOB BY LUKE MILLER @ THE CHAIR, CANTERBURY
Short textured sun kissed bobs are in this summer so after you’ve come to The Chair for your initial styling, here’s how to keep that bob in tip-top shape throughout the summer and beyond. HOW TO STYLE: Use L’Oréal beach waves (be generous and distribute thoroughly) rough dry your hair (using a medium heat and low speed to enhance your hair’s natural texture), then once dry pick up random
pieces of hair and buckle them with the hairdryer, using the nozzle of the hairdryer focus on random points in the hair to give it a soft, natural, lived-in texture. Finally finish with some L’Oréal Morning After Dust (dry shampoo) and shake out your hair for extra body and texture.
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MALE GROOMING WITH CHAPS
WHAT IS SCALP MICROPIGMENTATION?
BY ANDREA, CHAPS MALE GROOMING, CANTERBURY
Scalp Micropigmentation is a nonsurgical solution that minimises the appearance of baldness and hair loss. The permanent tattoo replicates the look of hair follicles by implanting pigment into the dermal layer of the skin to give a natural looking result. This cutting edge treatment can be used to recreate hairlines, add density to thinning hair, camouflage scars and treat both male and female pattern baldness as well as full or partial alopecia. For men who are considering hair transplantation but may not have enough donor hair, Scalp Micropigmentation is becoming one of the most sought after alternatives. It is fashionable and creates a ‘buzz cut look’ that many men, including celebrities have naturally. At a fraction of the cost, Scalp Micropigmentation gives instant results with no scaring or need for life-long medication to maintain the results, unlike with the hair transplant procedure. At Chaps Male Grooming in Canterbury, we offer a warm friendly 84
environment where you will be made to feel at ease. Our staff have been trained by some of the leading practitioners in the world and continue to advance their skills offering you the most up to date techniques available. We use the highest grade equipment and inks to ensure optimum results. Whatever your reason we will work with you to find a solution that meets your needs and get your confidence back. How does the process work? The procedure normally takes three to four sessions and is carried out over a period of three months. We appreciate that every client is different so take time to discuss and advise around which hair line will be most suitable for the age and shape of the face in order to create the most natural hairline. Individuals may experience slight redness if the skin is particularly sensitive immediately after the treatment; however it will be subtle and will dissipate within 12 to 24 hours meaning no down time is needed from normal life.
Over the years, the effects will begin to lighten and a small colour boost may be needed to keep the results looking fresh. Prices are based on the Norton scale or hairloss. Chaps Male Grooming 20 Lower Bridge St, Canterbury CT1 2LG 01227 806225 www.chaps-grooming.co.uk
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PLANS FOR NEW MAIDSTONE SCHOOLS GAIN GOVERNMENT FUNDING delay the plans, which were first revealed when chancellor Philip Hammond committed £320 million for 140 new free schools last year. However, education minister Lord Agnew has now agreed to make the necessary investment in connecting the school to local utilities following lobbying from Faversham and Mid Kent MP Helen Whately. The next steps are to secure a building contractor and put in a planning application. Plans for two new schools in Maidstone have moved a step closer after the government released extra cash for the project. Doubts over whether a primary and secondary school on the Kent Medical Campus site could be connected to drainage were threatening to further
Mrs Whately said: “Children in Maidstone desperately need a new primary school and a special needs school to open as soon as possible – or there’s a real risk some could have to travel miles across the county every day.
problems with the drainage were the final hurdle. “It was so frustrating that after everything – getting the funding, getting all the organisations involved to work together, getting over worries about the location – something as simple as connecting the schools to the drains threatened to derail things. “I pushed the government hard to think about the needs of children in Maidstone and Bearsted, and I am so glad Lord Agnew agreed to make the extra money available. “I’ll be working hard to get these schools through the planning process as smoothly as possible and get them open.” Source: Kent Online
“There have been so many delays to the plans to get these schools open –
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IB RESULTS HIT THE HEIGHTS AT KENT COLLEGE Kent College offers both the IB Diploma for sixth form students as well as a more traditional programme of A levels. KC’s average IB score this year was 37 points, which is likely to place Kent College amongst the top IB schools in the UK again.
further marks are awarded for both. The maximum number of points is therefore 45. Students who achieve at least 24 marks, and have completed voluntary and practical work, known as creativity, action and service, are awarded the IB Diploma.
On a gloriously sunny Speech Day, the Executive Head Master, Dr David Lamper reported rising rolls, national successes in Engineering, Sport and Music and reflected on the high levels of confidence felt in Kent College which has allowed for its biggest ever capital project, the Great Hall. The Marquee was moved this year as the state-of-theart auditorium is being built opposite the main Victorian buildings on the Whitstable Road.
Charlotte Letley scored 43 points for the Diploma and has been offered a ‘Bright Sparks Scholarship’ to study Medicine at UEA. She was one of 4 students to score more than 40 points. 5 students achieved a bilingual diploma and every candidate passed. These results match the best at Kent College, which is regularly noted in the top 10 IB schools in the UK.
The lofty crane on site was only dwarfed by the scale of the achievement represented in the results for the IB Diploma: The average score was 37 points, which, when translated into UCAS (university entrance) points is similar to the number of points awarded for straight A*/ As at A level. This score 86
is likely to place Kent College amongst the top IB schools in the UK again this year. Kent College offers both the IB Diploma for sixth form students as well as a more traditional programme of A levels. Students entered for the IB diploma programme study a combination of English, mathematics, science, languages, humanities and an arts subject. They choose three subjects at higher level and three at standard level and sit exams in each after two years. Marks are awarded in each from 1 to 7, the highest being 7. All candidates must follow three “core” programmes to broaden their education and develop their understanding: the theory of knowledge and an extended essay of 4,000 words. Together three
Executive Head Master, Dr David Lamper said, ‘I am delighted for the students who have worked hard and done so well in achieving places at top universities, and I am grateful to colleagues for their efforts to make sure that the success already enjoyed by A level students is shared with those studying the IB Diploma.’
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GRAND DAY EVENT AT THE DUKE OF YORK’S ROYAL MILITARY SCHOOL The Duke of York’s Royal Military School Grand Day parade saw more than 500 students in full ceremonial uniform inspected by guest of honour Reviewing Officer, Air Marshall Christopher Nickols CBE at the annual event on Friday (July 6). This was followed by Trooping the Colour led by the Dover school’s impressive military band. Founded in 1803, the school is the only one in England and Wales to enjoy the Royal privilege of holding colours (granted in 1824 by King George IV) and marching the colours through the ranks; this only happens in infantry regiments. About 3,000 parents and guests attended Grand Day which included prize giving followed by the parade. Many of the pupils aged 11 to 18 have family in the armed forces and, as a personal touch, wear the cap badge of their parents’
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or family member’s Service, Corps or Regiment over their hearts. During the event, the blue sky about the school’s 150-acre countryside site was the background for a Spitfire flypast and jumps by the Royal Logistic Corps Parachute Display Team. There was also a superb range of vintage military transport such as jeeps, tanks, and aircraft on display.
Alex Foreman, the school’s Principal, said: “Grand Day is the most celebrated event in our school calendar as it combines the high achievements of our prize winners as well as the Trooping of Colours – a ceremonial parade by the whole school which is practiced all year and symbolises our military heritage and ethos.” For more information, visit www.doyrms.com.
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KING’S WEEK AT THE KING’S SCHOOL, CANTERBURY The last week of the Summer term at The King’s School, Canterbury – England’s oldest school dating from 597AD – heralds King’s Week, a unique festival of music, drama, art, recreation and sport that has occurred every year since its beginnings in 1952.
The Kent Gazette on 1st August 1952 reported: ‘The whole of King’s Week, Headmaster Dr Shirley declared, was a completely mad venture. No other community could do all that and play three cricket matches as well. It was quite mad and entirely successful. It was the finest bit of education the school had this year. Everyone was doing something.’ The 2018 King’s Week certainly lived up to the spirit of that inaugural year. The week hosted over one hundred events in some thirty different locations: three plays comprising Shakespeare’s ‘The Taming of the Shrew’, John Gay’s Beggar’s Opera retold as ‘Dead Dog in a Suitcase’ 88
and Neil Duffield’s ‘Arabian Nights’, two of which are performed on an outdoor set in Memorial Court, a wide variety of musical events with concerts ranging from a Steely Dan tribute in St. Alphege’s (a former church) and an outdoor performance at the School’s St. Augustine’s site, ‘Jazz on a Summer Sunset’ in the Green Court marquee to the more formal ‘Gala Symphony Concert and a Choir concert in the Quire of Canterbury Cathedral.
In addition to this there are Photography and Art exhibitions and a daily diet of debates, lectures, film and poetry recitals. The ‘Lab on the Lawn’ presents a mixture of interactive activities and short science demonstrations, circus skills brings forth juggling and the King’s Week Bake Off is hotly contested. And then there is the sporting action: the Rowers competing at Henley Royal Regatta, the Cricket week, the Swimming Gala, three yachts competing in the Round
the Island Race, and the Show Jumping and a Classic Car Rally at the Birley’s playing fields. Many schools host arts festivals but King’s Week can claim to being unique on two levels: the events take place within the Precincts of Canterbury Cathedral; the backdrop of a UNESCO World Heritage Site gives King’s Week a very special atmosphere. Also unusual is that the performances are very much pupil driven: Acoustic Corner, House Harmonies, The Voice and the King’s Week lectures are just some of the shows that are organised and performed by the pupils themselves. A relaxing focus after the intensity of public examinations, King’s Week attracts thousands of visitors to Canterbury and provides a glorious conclusion to the academic year. King’s Week 2019 runs from Thursday 27th June to Wednesday 3rd July. www.kings-school.co.uk
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Open Mornings 13+ Entry: Saturday 6th October 2018 Saturday 9th March 2019 Sixth Form Entry: Saturday 22nd September 2018 Saturday 22nd June 2019 Pre-Prep & Prep School: Saturday 13th October 2018
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Open Day | Saturday 6 October RSVP: Online event registration is available via our website www.stedmunds.org.uk | 01227 475601
MUCH TO CELEBRATE AT ST EDMUND’S academic year with traditional Prize Giving events. The achievements and successes, big and small, of all pupils aged 3 – 18 were celebrated: from excellent academic results to winning sports results, from sell-out drama productions to music-making of the highest standard and for courtesy and service to the community. On the Senior School Prize Giving Day, the outgoing Head of St Edmund’s, Louise Moelwyn-Hughes, opened her report on the year with:
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“There is so much to celebrate at St Edmund’s - our wonderful pupils and their outstanding achievements in every area imaginable, our exciting building projects, our successful recruitment of pupils across the 3-18 school, day and boarding, the commitment of a talented and enthusiastic staff and governing body.” She continued: “This is a school where each pupil really does strive to be the
very best they can be, at whatever level that happens to be, and we celebrate and see success and accomplishment in all areas. While remaining true to our ethos of valuing respectfulness, kindness and promoting meritocracy, we invite and relish change… The core ambition is to provide opportunity and to open up horizons, but the faces are ever changing and we view this as a good and positive thing.” As Mrs Moelwyn-Hughes leaves St Edmund’s to take up her new post, Master of Marlborough College, Mr Edward O’Connor will be her successor from September 2018. Mr O’Connor already knows the school well – he is currently Deputy Head and Acting Head of the Junior School – and was appointed following a thorough and comprehensive selection process last year. To discover more about St Edmund’s School, call the Admissions team to arrange a visit: 01227 475601
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FROM ABC TO A LEVELS THE BENEFITS OF AN ‘ALL-THROUGH’ 3-18 EDUCATION but for the whole family:
design technology centre, purposebuilt theatre and Olympic-standard hockey pitch.
Convenience: For parents who have more than one child, the fact that all their children are in one place makes life much simpler, especially with school drop offs and pick-ups.
Between different stages of their education, children usually change schools at least once or twice, but it is possible to attend the same school from the age of 3 to 18. Like many independent schools, St Lawrence College in Ramsgate, established in 1879, has been offering continuity of education for generations of families. There are many advantages to staying at the same school; not just for the child,
Community: Strong friendships with similar, like-minded families are built up over many years of shared experiences, not just at the school gate, but from attending various school social events. Consistency:There is a shared school ethos, with teachers working together across different year groups discussing and smoothing a pupil’s transition at each key stage as they move up the school. Facilities:Younger pupils have the advantage of being able to share many of the senior school’s outstanding facilities. At St Lawrence, junior pupils have access to the fully-equipped
Security: Transition from Nursery to Junior School or from Junior to Senior School is a big step in a child’s life. What can often be a frightening and stressful time for many children is transformed into an exciting new adventure when the child feels comfortable with his or her surroundings. Today, many more local families are choosing to buy-in from the start of their child’s education, secure in the knowledge that their child will be able to continue through the school without the stress of missing out on a place at a later stage. Find out more and arrange a visit: 01843 572931 admissions@slcuk.com www.slcuk.com
Co-educational day & day boarding school forschool 3-18 years South-East England Co-educational, & boarding for in 3-18 years in South East England
With small class sizes and exceptional facilities, St Lawrence College provides outstanding opportunities for all pupils academically, in sport and in the arts.
Junior School Open Day: Friday 5 October 2018 Senior School Open Day: Saturday 6 October 2018 T: 01843 572931
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Friday 10th – Friday 17th August
Broadstairs Folk Week @ Broadstairs Town
announces ‘Dreamland Introducing’; an all new opportunity for local musicians, DJs and producers to compete to win a yearlong mentorship with industry professionals, as well as support slots at Dreamland’s music shows. Acts selected will compete in heats throughout the summer on Dreamland’s outdoor Scenic Stage to be in with a chance of being crowned the Dreamland Introducing Winner. Each week, winners will be selected by special guest judges who will be announced soon. Dreamland Introducing takes place on Sunday afternoons (22nd & 29th July, 12th & 19th August) with the final on 2nd September. Info: www.dreamland.co.uk
Friday 24th August Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra @ Margate Winter Gardens Broadstairs Folk Week is a celebration of English and multi-cultural folk music and dance in its 53rd year. Venues throughout the town burst with music and there are over 500 separate events crammed into one week. The 600 seater Concert Marquee in the town's park is the festival hub where the headline acts appear and it's a great place to meet your friends, have a drink at the bar and chill out. There's a full programme of children's events - free family entertainment daily at the Bandstand with Clarence the Dragon and the famous Hooden Horses. Some events are free and some ticketed. For more info call visit www.broadstairsfolkweek.org.uk or call 01843 604080
Monday 13th – Friday 17th August Canterbury Rock School @ The Gulbenkian Theatre, Canterbury
Specifically designed for 11 – 19 year olds, Canterbury Rock School is a one week concentrated course where young musicians take part in masterclasses, jams, workshops and seminars under the tutelage of top musicians and educators. This year there will be the usual sessions and workshops dealing with performing, jamming, song-writing, band skills and general musicality. The week will end with a performance by attendees to their friends and family. Cost: £150 Contact Gulbenkian Tickets and Information on 01227 769075 or email boxoffice@kent.ac.uk to enquire about booking.
Sunday 19th August 2018 Dreamland Introducing @ Dreamland, Margate
Following the huge popularity of 2017’s ‘Battle of the Bands’ competition at the park, Dreamland Margate today
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As the UK’s most popular pianist and bandleader, Jools Holland OBE has performed and recorded with some of the most talented musicians and songwriters in the world, including Eric Clapton, the late George Harrison and Luther Vandross, Sting, BB King and Paul Weller. With his 20-piece Rhythm & Blues Orchestra Jools continues to dazzle, involve and impress audiences with his exuberant live performances. 7.15pm for 8pm Price: From £33 call box office on 01843 292795
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25th August - 26th August 2018
August - September
Artisan Cider Festival @ Brogdale Collections, Faversham
Get in the Festival sprite with local Artisan Ciders and Live Music all weekend! Taste over 60 ciders and help crown the cider trail winner. Entertainment for the whole family with live music across 3 stages, a little festival goers fun area, talks, demonstrations and local shopping. Get stuck into the festival games made to bring out you competitive side, take a ride on the miniature railway or enjoy tractor trailer tour of the fruit filled orchards and much much more! Call: 01795 536250 or visit www.brogdalecollections.org
Monday 27th August Peppa Pig at Dreamland
Peppa Pig, George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig enjoyed it so much at Dreamland last year that they jumped at the chance to come back. The lovable pigs will be appearing in the park at intervals throughout the day, with a storytime slot at the end. Come and see Peppa and her family, and arrive early to avoid disappointment. Free with park entry. 11am-3pm Members only 11am-12 noon.
Friday 31st August – Monday 3rd September Camp Wildfire @ Heritage Pine Forest, Sevenoaks
Camp Wildfire, and ingenious blend of adventure camp and music festival for adults have announced the first additions to an exciting music line-up that will take its unique and immersive experience to new heights. Promising stellar DJ talent and live acts, the adventure extravaganza will welcome Normay Jay MBE, DJ Luck & MC Neat, Horse Meat Disco, plus performances from Keston Cobblers Club and Son Of Kong to the stage, providing festival-goers the perfect soundtrack to their action-packed weekend. Tickets including camping, a choice of over 60 adventure activities and all evening entertainment start from £159 per person. Info: www.campwildfire.co.uk
Sunday 2nd September
Friday 7th - Sunday 9th September Wheels and Fins Festival @ Joss Bay, Broadstairs
Building on the active lifestyle already heavily evident at the beach, the event, the ‘Wheels and Fins Festival’, is a three-day action packed music, extreme sport & beach festival including main events such as; a Skateboard Mini Ramp Competition, Bmx-ing, Slacklining, Surfing Events, Live Music & Licensed Bars. Joss Bay beach in Broadstairs offers one of the finest sandy beaches within an easy commute from all over the South East. It is also the closest recognised surf break to London with various surf competitions hosted throughout the year. For more info and tickets visit www.wheelsandfins.co.uk
Friday 14th - Sunday 16th September Faversham Food Festival @ Faversham Town
The Faversham Food Festival is an annual free to visit celebration of local food and drink. This year it takes place from Friday 14th to Sunday 16th September. The Festival is very much a community event – something for everyone. This free to enter three day festival of local food and drink starts with a Friday evening celebration of locally caught fish barbecued on the Creekside. Saturday and Sunday have a medieval theme alongside the best of contemporary real food and drink – ale trail, sausage trail, talks and demonstrations for all the family. Visit: www.favershamfoodfestival.co.uk
Thursday 20th September Joe Lycett @ Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone
Pop in and see Joe Lycett on his brand new stand-up tour, “I’m about to lose control and I think Joe Lycett” where he’ll be sharing jokes, paintings and some of the pathetic internet trolling he’s been up to recently. As seen on 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown, QI and The Royal Variety Performance. 8pm Price: From £21.25 available from www.atgtickets.com
Addington Street Revival Fair @ Addington Street, Ramsgate Addington Street Revival Fair is back on Sunday 2nd September with more stalls, more fun, and more music than ever before. The fair will play host to a variety of stalls selling various goods, plus historical, arts and musical activities. Once again the Addington Street Revival Fair combines with the Ramsgate Handmade and Vintage Fair from 11am-5pm - A huge celebration of local crafts, arts, bric-a-brac, music and food. Free entry from 10am – 5pm
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TEDxFolkestone TALKS SHINE A LIGHT ON COURAGE AT SELL-OUT
The second TEDxFolkestone event held at The Quarterhouse in Folkestone last month (June) saw a sellout audience hear a series of talks on the theme of Courage to Step Beyond. TED events have their origins in America in 1984, with the first being a conference where Technology, Entertainment and Design converged. An annual TED event still takes place every year in Vancouver, Canada, and now covers almost all topics, from science and business to global issues.
TEDx events follow the same format but are independently run to help share ideas in communities around the world and feature a broad range of speakers, many of them addressing an audience for the first time. TEDxFolkestone was a sell-out and featured talks including how individuals deal with situations requiring personal and collective courage, and broader issues such as globalisation, education, and the next big idea. Liù Batchelor, Curator for TEDxFolkestone, said: “When you have 11 speakers launching new thinking on the world – and an audience that’s completely captivated by what they have to say – the energy in the auditorium is just amazing. “Add to that the enthusiasm and commitment from our extensive 94
team of volunteers and it feels like TEDxFolkestone is being propelled forward on its own steam. Our theme of Courage to Step Beyond clearly struck a chord with both the speakers and the audience.”
Among the speakers was Ben Chai, who talked about Cowardice, Courage and how Extreme Reading made me Fearless. He said: “The talk went better than I expected – the audience was fantastic. “The organisation here has been absolutely wonderful. To get all our performance up they have been training and giving us suggestions, sending us emails just to help inspire us to get our talks right.” Fellow speaker Julie Creffield, whose talk was titled Living a Bigger Life, said: “My goal for this talk is for it to be seen by a million women because I think if that happens then the consciousness around women's bodies and body image could really shift.” Other speakers at the Folkestone event included: Lucy Beresford on Infidelity:
To stay or go? Soti Coker, What’s the story behind your data? Cathy Sugden (the Horseback Heroine), Horses – Let go of the reins; Roger Evernden, Becoming your many selves; Steph Slack, the questions we need to ask about male suicide; Rupert Gather, How to be a patriot in an age of globalisation; Sophie Bryan, Could Montessori be the answer to a better workplace? Silas Houghton Budd, the courage to save a life; and Britt Whyatt, Courage to continue. Liù Batchelor added: “In one month, videos of these talks will be online. They are important topics across business, emotional health, and selfdevelopment. “They will influence people and organisations, and I believe they will play their part in helping to mould a better future for all of us.” Videos from the event will be available at www.TEDxFolkestone.com over the coming weeks. Subscribe to the TEDxFolkestone mailing list for updates.
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