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Welcome to Vine

18 EVERY MONTH 08 Headlines 10 Monthly musts 12 YOUR VINE 14 GRAPEVINE 22 family and kids 42 What’s on? 44 SEVENOAKS SHOWCASE 46 mumblings

WELLNESS 27 VINE STYLE Vine has searched the high street to find the most flattering and stylish Christmas party outfit for you 31 Caring for our community Richard Gould gives tips on which modern technology applications to invest in for your elderly relatives

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16 VINE's ultimate christmas gift guide From books to golf lessons, Vine brings you a selection of the best Christmas gifts ideal for all members of the family

15 legal matters The team at Withers Worldwide offer regular expert advice on topics relevant to our everyday lives. This month Penelope and Melissa talk about tax planning

18 THE GREAT STORM Vine looks back at the Great Storm of 1987 and how the local area has redeveloped 24 Festive menus Vine takes an all-inclusive look at the best festive cuisine on offer at your local restaurants 32 cream of the crop We bring you the latest promotions at Sevenoaks' salons this season Cover shot: Hand-drawn surface pressure chart for the morning of 16 October 1987 (Met Office)

HOME & GARDEN 35 INTERIOR TRENDS This month, we take a look at the best festive-inspired interiors ideal to bring to life any home 36 GREAT VALUE GADGETS Are you a bit of a gadget geek? Vine uncovers some of the best value tech available, including a look at latest retro cameras, alarm clocks, music players and tyre inflators

Hello and welcome to the November issue of Vine. This month we’ve taken a commemorative look at The Great Storm of 1987 and its harsh impact on the local area. Turn to page 18 to see the fascinating photos of the aftermath and find out how the landscape has strived to redevelop. We catch up with Paralympic double medallist, Will Bayley, on page 12 and find out if he was disappointed to have missed out on the highly sought-after gold medal at the London 2012 Paralympics. From sports to festivities, we’ve got your Christmas plans covered. Check out the festive menus feature on page 24, showcasing the finest cuisine the local eateries have to offer this season. Get your Christmas shopping underway on page 16: whether you’re a book buff or a sports fan we have trawled the stores to find the perfect gifts for every family member. As the Christmas celebrations are almost upon us Sevenoaks' hair salons know you want to get your hair party-ready. Turn to page 32 to find out more about the promotions available throughout November and how you can be the cream of the crop at your work party. If you’re looking for a new dress to complement your hairstyle then check out Vine Style on page 27. We’ve picked the ultimate party outfit which will flatter any shape and keep you looking fabulous throughout the festivities. Also in the issue is a round-up of the best gadgets on the high street, our pick of the best festive-inspired interiors and the latest news, reviews and events. See you next month!

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Kemsing Players theatre workshop The Kemsing Players are inviting you to an exciting theatre workshop at St Edith’s Hall (opposite the pub) in Kemsing on Friday 16 November or 23 November at 7.30pm. The session enables you to try out the sound desk, see how scenery is designed and how the lighting rig works. You don't need to be an actor to contribute; the shows are a team effort involving stage managers, technicians, scene designers, bar staff and make-up artists amongst other roles. The next production is to be staged in April and has (amongst others) several interesting parts for young (or young at heart) ladies. Participants feel a real sense of achievement when the curtain goes down on the last night. So switch off the TV, put the dates on your calendar and we’ll see you there. n For more information, contact Rick Davnall on 07702 053984

Exhibition shows intimate snaps of Knole An exhibition of experimental and intimate photographs is set to open in the Orangery at Knole, the National Trust House in Sevenoaks. The display will feature the work of West Kent artists Barbara Ludman and Katherine De Koningh, who entered a competition to record and submit their separate experiences of Knole Park. The artists edited their photographs to create daring, captivating and unique images. n The exhibition is free and opens on October 24 from 11am-4pm.

Charitable Christmas Cards for Good Causes have opened their pop-up shop at Sevenoaks library offering shoppers stylish cards which also benefit local charities. They offer a range of card designs, wrapping paper and gift tags. At least 75p from every £1 is given to charities, including local organisations such as Kent Air Ambulance. The shop is open Monday to Saturday, 10am-4pm. Ends on December 18. n For more information visit, www.cardsforcharity.co.uk or call on 01264 361555

Olympic volunteers celebrate success Greeters who helped to give a warm welcome to over 30,000 visitors during the Olympics have attended a special event to celebrate their success. The volunteers were joined by representatives of Visit Kent, Kent County Council and Voluntary Action Maidstone. Applauded for their passion, knowledge and professionalism with visitors, it is anticipated that many will continue to volunteer.

Seasonal sing-along Rockdale are hosting a night of seasonal sing-alongs bring your family to the Pamoja Hall at Sevenoaks School on Saturday December 15. The evening includes music from the Second Wind Concert Band and the obligatory Christmas carols. Rockdale are holding the fundraising event to provide flexible and affordable care for the elderly. n Tickets cost £15. Visit www.rockdale.ork.uk or call 01632 458762 to book

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Richard PitcairnKnowles, former owner of Sevenoaks-based Springbank Clinic, has released a book celebrating 50 years of natural medicine. The book features Richard’s grandfather, Andrew Pitcairn-Knowles, and discusses his family memories and inspirations for opening Riposo Health Hydro in Hastings a century ago. The book is £7.99 from www. waterstones.com or any Waterstones store.

Look out Sevenoaks, the countdown to Christmas has begun and Father Christmas is on his way! From December 11 he will be stopping at Bullfinch, Bradbourne, Brittains Lane, The Lakes and Kemsing Central meeting children and raising money for charity. To see a full route and dates go to www. sevenoaksroundtable. co.uk and don’t forget to give Father Christmas your wish lists this year!

On Saturday 15 December from 7.30pm – 9.45pm, Darenth Valley Choir will be performing at the Drive Methodist Church in Sevenoaks. Donations will be accepted at the back of the church with further announcements throughout the concert. They will also be singing around the Christmas tree at Trafalgar Square from 7pm-8pm on December 11, raising funds for Demelza House Children’s Hospice.

Companies across the country have pledged to take on more than 280 apprentices in a new proposal. New Look Tiling and Revolution Events, both based in Kent, are the latest to join the scheme designed to benefit youngsters. Kent County Council have put aside £2 million to support the Kent Employment Programme which is now searching for more local businesses for which apprentices could be advantageous.

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MUST-SEE Everybody’s favourite comedian Michael McIntyre returns on November 12 with his third live DVD, Showtime. Filmed during McIntyre’s 10-night stint at London’s O2, the show highlights the best bits from his side-splitting 71-date arena tour seen by over 700,000 fans. Loved for his ability to turn everyday situations into comedy gold, Showtime is McIntyre at his best and would make a perfect stocking filler certain to have the entire family laughing in hysteria.

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On Friday 30 November and Friday 25 January between 10.45am and 2pm, Knole house will be hosting a Winter Warmer Lunch Walk. Attendees can take a stroll in the autumnal gardens and take in the majesty of Knole house. When you’ve worked up an appetite a hearty lunch will be served in the Brewhouse tearoom, thawing out your chills and warming your cockles. n For more information visit, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/knole or to book call 01732 462 100

MUST-READ Set in the spring of 1914, Park Lane tells the pragmatic story of two women dreaming of breaking free from tradition. Inspired by her family’s history, Frances Osborne explores the fictional life of Beatrice Master. Master is a wealthy young suffragette, who believes in peaceful protest and seeking better opportunities. The novel is a fastpaced tale, portraying the period perfectly and offering a compelling insight into two different character’s lives. Park Lane is powerful and just as gripping as Osborne’s number-one best seller, The Bolter. n Available at www.sevenoaksbookshop.co.uk

MUST-LISTEN MUST-TASTE For cheese lovers everywhere, time to add some new flavours to your cheese board! You must visit Bobbie and Simon Akhurst at The Cheese Harp in Sevenoaks. This clever duo spotted a gap in the market back in 2011 and theirs is the only specialist cheesemonger and in Sevenoaks boasting over 70 British and continental cheeses. Group tasting sessions are soon to be available, as well special occasion cheese events. n Visit www.thecheeseharp.co.uk

Over three years since folk favourites Mumford and Sons released their debut album Sigh No More the indie quartet return with their second album, Babel. Fans need not worry as Mumford have stayed true to their jovial rustic sound but thrown in some fresh tones and textures to mix up the classic Mumford style. n Available from Compact Disc, call 01732 740889

MUST-DO Set in the scenic Calverley Grounds, Tunbridge Wells’ ice-skating rink returns on November 23 and it’s bigger and better than last year. Surrounded by authentic chalets selling everything from candles to confectionery, visitors can indulge in a cup of warming mulled wine inbetween skating and shopping. New for 2012, families can also visit Santa in his traditional log cabin overlooking the ice rink. The ice rink will be open throughout the day and evening; however, advanced booking is advised to avoid disappointment. n For more information and to book your tickets for both ice skating and Father Christmas visit www.tunbridgewellsatchristmas.com

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Why are you visiting Sevenoaks today? I’m here visiting Sevenoaks Prep School. I’m a patron for the Tunbridge Wells-based environmental charity, Haller, and the school supports them too so I’m just having a chat with them about that as well as the Olympics. Were you disappointed to miss out on the gold medal this year?

Just picked up our tickets to @ ReHaBHairSalon1 charity event at #Bentley #Sevenoaks this Thursday. Good times!

Life is like ice cream; enjoy it before it melts away. Life is too short to be bitter.

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I was disappointed but I’m going to be back fighting at Rio; full-time training starts next week so I can get used to having no social life again. How did you get into table tennis? I was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at the age of 7 and couldn’t play action-filled sports so my Grandma bought me a table tennis kit. How do you find inspiration and keep yourself motivated? I watch sporting videos on YouTube and have inspirational quotes posted on my wall to keep me feeling positive.

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Britain out of recession The big news this month has to be confirmation that Britain is no longer in recession. The latest set of figures show the economy grew by 1% in the 3rd quarter of this year, the fastest quarter’s growth for 5 years. But that isn’t the only good economic news. Unemployment is down by 50,000 with the percentage out of work falling to 7.9% in the last three months. Inflation is down from 2.2% from 2.5% in August; this is less than half what it was in September last year. Interest rates have been kept to a historic low of 0.5% - good news for mortgages. Finally, whilst the gap between public spending and borrowing (the ‘deficit’) we inherited from Labour was £165 billion a year

we’ve now closed that gap by one quarter to £121 billion a year. All this might not be as obviously exciting as say, E L James’ latest book, or who paid for what type of train ticket. But, what matters more than Westminster gossip are things like becoming employed, being able to meet your mortgage repayments, and having enough spare cash to be able to join your friends in the pub for a drink. What the figures show is that the economy is moving in the right direction and that it is becoming easier to do all those things. There’s still a long way to go, but this Government’s policies are working to get us there. n Have a question for the MP? Please send to editor@vinedigital.co.uk

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Amy Smith Amy Smith, a 25-year-old midwife from Knotts Place, Sevenoaks swam the English Channel in August this year in a fundraising event to raise money for Prostate Cancer UK. Amy swam 21 miles in the Channel’s shortest and busiest shipping lane in a gruelling 15 hour and 52 minute swim, finally making it to Wissant Beach on the coast of France in the early hours of the morning. Throughout her inspirational voyage Amy received support from her crew and sister who chugged along beside her. Peter Andre’s ‘Mysterious Girl’ was played at full volume from the boat when times got tough, keeping Amy focused on the task ahead and getting her through the pain. After several months of hard training and a jellyfish sting later, Amy’s brave efforts raised an amazing £680 for Prostate Cancer UK and a further £645 for Pengarth Day Centre in Penzance. Amy would like to thank those at Joules Clothing for donating a very girly yet suitable swimming costume and her sponsor Pulsin, who provided her with energy filled snacks, that helped her to get across the Channel. n If you thought Amy’s efforts were heroic and you want to donate to a good cause then it’s not too late, visit www.justgiving.com/anysmithchannelswim

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GET ON YOUR BIKE Statistics have shown that since the London 2012 Olympics Brits have felt inspired to get on their bikes. Vine discovers the best route-finders for cycling in Kent

here are huge amounts of health benefits that come with cycling and as it’s a gentle form of exercise it’s great for all the family. As with all forms of exercise, cycling will help ensure you get some quality shut-eye. It’ll also leave you feeling happier and will boost your brain power ensuring you’re more alert at work. Studies from Purdue University in the US have revealed that cycling regularly can cut your risk of heart disease by 50 per cent as well as reducing your risk of developing cancer. As well as improving your health and fitness, riding a bike means that you get to see more, visiting places you wouldn’t usually see by car and where better to explore by bike than the garden of England? If you’re not sure where to go there are plenty of routing websites allowing you to choose your location, fitness level and how long you wish to be riding for. Visit www.cycle-route.com and you

will find an endless list of routes across the area. Distance, difficulty and duration are highlighted at the top so you can easily find your ideal route; it even tells you how many calories you’d burn. Users uploading routes can post landmarks, pubs and places to see along the way as well as any additional information you may need such as whether it’s steep or based on particularly busy roads. There are a number of routes in the Sevenoaks and Tonbridge area currently posted. Check out the leisure pages at www.kent.gov.uk for more cycle routes in Kent. The website allows you to download and print a PDF guide to take with you as well as giving you three different durations based on your cycling ability and speed. The website also tells you the ratio of on and off road cycling as well as informing you about the history of the route and places to stop and see.

The National Cycle Network, coordinated by Sustrans, has miles of walking and cycling routes and over onethird are completely traffic-free. Their easy routes are ideal for family days out and can be found at www.sustrans. org.uk. The website informs you of local attractions, the ground surface and type of ride it is as well as guiding you to the nearest place to rent bicycles. So pack a picnic, pile the bikes on the car and take the kids out to explore the beautiful countryside and coastlines Kent has to offer.

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With picturesque gardens as the backdrop, local business owners gathered for last month’s networking event at Churchill’s former Victorian home, Chartwell House in Westerham. Over 90 guests enjoyed great food, drinks and chatter aplenty at yet another triumphant Grapevine event PICTURES BY RUSSELL HARPER www.harperphotography.co.uk

Thx @VineMagazine for another great #Grapevine at the stunning Chartwell house – We’re so lucky to have amazing places to network #bizikent Debbie Cooper @econokituk

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Great atmosphere at #Grapevine last night, thanks to @VineMagazine + hosts Chartwell for the best free networking in #Sevenoaks Growing Businesses @eightoakst

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evenoaks is in the heart of the commuter belt and home to a diverse range of nationalities. Those of you who are citizens of, or domiciled in, the US have an extra reason to be thankful this Thanksgiving. Until 31 December 2012 you have the benefit of a lifetime US estate and gift tax exemption of US$5.12 million, enabling you to transfer assets up to that value (less previous taxable gifts you have made) to your loved ones tax-free (with US married couples getting double the exemption). Gifts over the exempt amount are subject to tax at the all-time-low rate of 35 per cent. But there is only a limited window of opportunity – from 1 January 2013 the exemption reduces to US$1 million and the top rate of tax reverts to the 2001 rate of 5 per cent. Here are some planning ideas to think about: • If you’re happy to relinquish control of assets, make outright gifts up to the exempt amount to your family. • If you’d prefer the assets were held in a structure for your family’s benefit instead, create a trust offering a protective and flexible vehicle through which assets can be held long-term. Provided you’ve lived here fewer than 17 years and you’re not planning to settle UK property the trust will be outside the scope of UK inheritance tax (IHT). • If you’ve lived in the UK more than 15 years you could find yourself ‘deemed’ domiciled in the UK which means that IHT can be triggered on gifts into trust, in which case you could consider establishing a family limited partnership to achieve the succession and US

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on’t worry, there won’t be a hurricane oaks on the Vine Cricket Ground were ruined. The but we will have strong winds”, were seven oaks were referred to as the ‘coronation trees’ as the infamous words that weatherman they were planted on the Vine in 1902 to commemorate Michael Fish broadcast to the nation the coronation of Edward VII. The oaks were supposed on the afternoon of 15 October 1987. to keep alive the tradition of having seven oaks in the Hours later the greatest storm to hit town but the morning after the storm just one oak was south-east England for more than 200 years tore through left standing. the region. The story of the six fallen oaks has been told all Kent, Essex, Sussex and Greater London over the world but miscommunications meant received the harshest impact. This was some people got the wrong story. Italians were unusual as the South East is an area of high told the death toll ran into thousands whilst population density and property exposure, holidaymakers in Spain were horrified to hear The greatest storm that Sevenoaks was flattened and homes were not usually prone to such dramatic weather. During the storm a ship capsized at to hit south-east blown off the earth. Dover and a ferry was blown ashore near The greatest impact was on the environment. England for more Trees Folkestone. Had the storm hit during the which had stood in the Knole for 400 than 200 years tore years lay collapsed on the ground; Knole Park daytime it could have been an even bigger disaster and claimed more lives, fortunately through the region lost a huge 610 trees during the storm including such a storm is predicted only once sweet chestnut and other traditional varieties. As every 300 years. Winds of over 100mph the area of woodland at the Knole is a Site of inflicted chaos on roads, buildings and the Special Scientific Interest, most of the trees that environment and Sevenoaks was amongst the fell were left as deadwood. worst-hit towns. Christopher Tipping, a land agent for the On the morning of 16 October Sevenoaks residents Knole, tells Vine how the park has endeavoured to revive awoke to utter devastation; roads were blocked, cars the land over the years. “There were a number of crushed and many homes and buildings damaged. plantations created in the park after the storm. These The storm inevitably had an impact upon businesses, are now over 20 years old. We are starting to put in bringing some companies to financial ruin whilst place thinning programmes to ensure that they develop creating opportunities for others. into mature, deciduous trees which will help protect the Landscapes were destroyed as trees fell like park's landscape for the future.” matchsticks across the town. Six of the seven well-known Chartwell’s tall beech trees which formerly stood

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framing the view of the Weald were destroyed, leaving an exposed view across Kent. The neighbouring areas including Ide Hill and Toys Hill endured perhaps the harshest impact; Emmett’s Garden lost 95 per cent of its trees. However, the enormous redwood outside the mansion was one of the few to survive and its tip is still the highest point in Kent. Alan Comb has been a gardener at Emmett’s since the week after the storm and has worked hard on the regeneration of the woodland. He tells Vine, “Emmett’s were considering planting new trees prior to the storm so it actually gave us a once-in-a-lifetime it was. I do think Emmett’s can thrive as it did before the chance to redevelop with a blank canvas. It was a real storm, it will just take time.” mixed bag of advantages and disadvantages for us. Regenerating Sevenoaks' landscape was a “The view over the Weald was very restricted prior seemingly impossible task and a lot of areas had to be to the storm as the trees acted as a border but with the left to redevelop naturally. The community put on an trees gone it really opened up. The downside of exceptional show of local pride when thousands the exposed space is that the area is windier. turned up to participate in the planting of the “The fallen trees left as deadwood have new seven oaks on the Vine. grown new trunks from the branches but Fast forward 25 years and Sevenoaks still 25 years and as they are unstable it’s unknown how long scars as it’s still recovering now and will Sevenoaks still bears they will be standing. The deadwood also be for years to come. But through regrowth increases the amount of fungi which has great bears scars as it’s and natural regeneration the town has healed environmental benefits.” remarkably well. still recovering Fungi help to feed nutrients and additional Though visitors can still see characteristics now and will be for water back into the tree, more than the tree of the aftermath, Emmett’s gardens have could manage alone. Many trees will die if years to come developed magnificently. The storm gave them enough fungus does not develop around their the opportunity to add autumn colour plants to roots during their first year of growth. their gardens, creating a dual season to match Alan tells us, “unfortunately we lost many their Victorian Spring Garden. of our champion trees; those that are an Knole Park’s grounds look healthier than exceptional example of their species due to their age, locals could have imagined at the time and despite the rarity, scale or historical significance. And as trees were destruction of much of the wooded landscape, new destroyed habitats were ruined too which meant loss of plantation is blooming at the Knole. Toys Hill, where wildlife, mainly birdlife. We have also had many cases of 98 per cent of trees were flattened. now has a nonsquirrels stripping the beech off trees, which would not intervention zone, which was set up after the storm. happen to mature trees. In a bad year we lost 200 trees It is unknown whether the number of trees that because of this. fell that night was greater than those that fell during Some areas were left to regenerate naturally but the storm of 1703, but the blemishes and wounds that we have planted a lot, including many beech and birch our landscape wears will be a constant symbol of the trees. We’ve generally tried to keep the area the same as distinctive legacy that could last for years to come. V

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s the cold winter nights draw in, evenings are best spent unwinding in a warm and welcoming pub. The Crown Point Inn and its new team and management have the perfect solution for the frosty evenings ahead, inviting you to join them for an array of festivities this season. Set in a convenient yet delightfully secluded spot just off Sevenoaks Road, the inn has the entire Christmas period all wrapped up. From live music to delicious set menus, there is something for everyone so bring the whole family along. Ideal for work parties or family get-togethers, a special Christmas party menu is available, starting from £12.95 for two courses or £15.95 for three. They also have exclusive offers for over-50s when they opt to join the Diamond Club. It’s simple and free to sign up and for members the set menu starts at £9.95 for two courses or £12.95 for three.

Or if you just want to indulge in a classic roast with all the trimmings a regular carvery costs just £5.95 MondaySaturday and £8.95 on Sundays. Don’t want to slave over a hot oven on Christmas day? Leave it to the professionals and take your family down to the inn to indulge in a four-course Christmas lunch prepared just for you. Prices start at £22.50 for children and £49.95 for adults. The inn has New Year's Eve covered too; for just £39.95 you can see 2013 in with great live music, six courses of fantastic food and a disco. If you enjoy live entertainment, join the inn at their party nights held on Fridays (7, 14 and 21) throughout December. Proud to support British farmers, the inn uses fresh vegetables and sources their meat

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Protecting Your Family Cripps Harries Hall and Close Brothers Asset Management invite you to an evening at Dorton House in support of The Royal London Society for Blind People on 27th November 2012 at 6pm. The theme of the evening will be ‘Protecting Your Family’ and our guest speakers will look at different strategies for safeguarding the interests of vulnerable family members as well as the finances of the family. The evening will include drinks and canapés in the beautiful surroundings of Dorton House - home of the RLSB. Dorton House Wildernesse Avenue Seal, Sevenoaks Kent, TN15 0EB RSVP 12th November 2012 Email: steph.corah@crippslaw.com Tel: 01892 506331

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AT THE SQUARE SALON & SPA Stepping into The Square at Riverhead is like entering a sanctuary. Enjoy the finest treatments for your face, body and hair at this increasingly popular salon and spa

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Time for tea Who said festive interiors have to be locked away in the loft come New Year? This stylish teapot with a festive Fair Isle touch is ideal for those who don’t want any garish decorations (£22, House of Fraser). It will keep your guests cosy with a cup of tea throughout the season and well into next year.

Light up Whilst the tree is bare in the run up to Christmas Eve what better idea to bring your tree to life than with decoration gifts. As part of a two-pack (£59, Littlewoods) these light-up parcels will add sparkle to your lonely tree whilst you’re shopping for gifts for the little ones. Fancy something different? Put them around the fireplace or in the kids’ bedroom.

Card holder If you have too many Christmas cards to stack up on your TV or you’re fed up of the string falling down resulting in cards all over the floor, then this is definitely for you. This chic cardholder (£15, Next) would make a great festive decoration on a mantelpiece and its classic style and colour means it will look great in any home.

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WHAT’S ON? THE UNRIVALLED SEVENOAKS LISTINGS GUIDE. ART & CRAFT

n 25 Nov. 1st Aid courses for children & teenagers. Kikodo Centre, St Johns Hill car park, Bat & Ball. www.kikodo.co.uk

n 01-11 Nov. Art & Craft exhibition. Lodge Café, Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk

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n 02-04 Nov. Contemporary Craft & Design Fair. Fri 12:0017:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-17:00. Sevenoaks School, Tonbridge Rd, Sevenoaks. Adults £3.50, children free. Craft in Focus 01622 747325 www.craftinfocus.com

n 03 Nov. Westerham Fireworks & bbq. 18:30-19:30. Gates open 17:30. King Georges Field, Westerham. Adults £8, children £5. Westerham Scouts 01959 562372. www.visitwesterham.org.uk

n 03 Nov. Craft Fayre. 10:0016:00. Memorial Hall, Platt. 01732 887212

n 03 Nov. Sevenoaks Fireworks. 19:30. Sevenoaks School, Tonbridge Rd, Sevenoaks. Preceded by Torchlit Procession from Bus Station 18:30. Round Table 07957 980129

n 08 Nov. Talk on Antiques. 19:30. Doors open 18:30. Rickards Hall, Eden Valley Museum, 72 High St, Edenbridge. £8. Eden Valley Museum 01732 868102 www.evmt.org.uk n 15 Nov. Talk on Masks - the history of a universal phenomenon. 13:45-15:00. Community Centre, Cramptons Rd, Bat & Ball. Knole Decorative & Fine Arts Society 01732 457852

n 03 Nov. Riverhead Fireworks. 19:00-19:30. Gates open 18:00. Scout Hut, Bradbourne Vale Rd, Riverhead. Tickets £5, under-3s free. Riverhead Scouts 07710 545498, 07860 168768 www.3rdsevenoaks.org.uk n 05 Nov. Kemsing Fireworks. 19:30. Gates open 18:30. Kemsing School Field. Tickets £5.50, concessions £3.50

DON’T MISS! CHRISTMAS FAIR & ART EXHIBITION Saturday 24 November 10am-2pm. Bessels Green Baptist Church, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PS. Local artist and junior school art displayed, gift stalls, childrens games and crafts, family photography, festive refreshments, freshly cooked paella (12.30 onwards).

n 19 Nov-01 Dec. Sevenoaks Art Club Exhibition & Sale. Kaleidoscope Gallery, Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks

CHILDREN n 01 Nov. Prickles in the Park for under-12 year-olds. 10:0012:30. Trosley Country Park. £6. 01322 865995 n 01-04 Nov. Activity Trail. 10:00-15:00. Lullingstone Country Park near Eynsford. £2.50. 01322 865995 n 01-04 Nov. Craft Activities. 12:00-16:00. Penshurst Place & Gardens, Penshurst near Tonbridge. 01892 870307 www.penshurstplace.com n 01-04 Nov. Pumpkin Trail & Spooky Half Term Fun. 10:30-18:00. Penshurst Place & Gardens, Penshurst near Tonbridge. 01892 870307 www.penshurstplace.com n 18 Nov. Ballet Workshop for over-6 year-olds. 10:00-17:00. Walthamstow Hall School, Hollybush Lane, Sevenoaks. £50. Dance Academy & English Youth Ballet 01732 469806 www.dasevenoaks.co.uk

FLOWERS n 01 Nov. Floristry Demonstration. 19:30. Penshurst Place & Gardens, Penshurst near Tonbridge. £15. 01892 870307 www.penshurstplace.com n 14 Nov. Talk on New Beginnings. 13:45. Cornwall Hall, Methodist Church, The Drive, Sevenoaks. Sevenoaks Flower Club 01732 353125

GARDENING n 10 Nov. Hedge Laying course. 09:30-16:30. Hadlow College, Hadlow near Tonbridge. £40. 0500 551434 www.hadlow.ac.uk n 14 Nov. Fruit Tree Pruning course. 10:00-16:00. Hadlow College, Hadlow near Tonbridge. £38. 0500 551434 www.hadlow.ac.uk

HEALTH & WELLBEING n 05, 19 Nov. Yoga. 14:00. St Lukes Church Hall, Eardley Rd, Sevenoaks. Parkinsons UK n 14, 18 Nov. Psychic readings. Kikodo Centre, St Johns Hill car park, Bat & Ball. £35-60. 01732 451839 www.kikodo.co.uk

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n 04 Dec. Blood Donation Session. 14:00-16:30, 17:3020:00. United Reformed Church hall, St Johns Rd, Sevenoaks. Free. 0300 123 2323 www.blood.co.uk

HISTORIC HOUSES n 01-02 Nov. Putting the House to Bed. Knole, Sevenoaks. 01732 462100 www.nationaltrust.org.uk n 01 Nov-07 Dec. Opening the Doors exhibition. Knole, Sevenoaks. Free. 01732 462100 www.nationaltrust.org.uk n 14 Nov. Talk on Polesden Lacey. 19:30. Community Centre, Cramptons Rd, Bat & Ball. Sevenoaks Area National Trust Association

HISTORY n 13 Nov. Talk on Gluttony & Starvation in the 19th Century. 20:00. Memorial Hall, Plaxtol. Plaxtol Local History Group 01732 810553 www.plaxtolhistory.org.uk n 14 Nov. Talk on Westerham, Brasted & Sundridge by Jonathan Fenner. 20:00. Town Council Offices, Bradbourne Vale Road, Sevenoaks. Sevenoaks Society. 01732 458898 www.sevenoakssociety.org.uk n 22 Nov. Sevenoaks Historical Society meeting. 20:00. Undercroft, St Nicholas Church, High St, Sevenoaks. £3. Sevenoaks Historical Society n 23 Nov (to be confirmed). Talk on Birds through the Seasons or Tonbridge Castle history. Community Centre, Cramptons Rd, Bat & Ball. Sevenoaks Area National Trust Association

Accelerators gig. Kent Live, K College, Brook St, Tonbridge. £11. 01732 440470 www.brandywinemusic.co.uk

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n 03 Nov. Admission One Shilling musical. 20:00. Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. £23-25. 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk

n 05 Nov. Digital projected image competition. www. sevenoakscameraclub.org.uk n 12 Nov. Camera Club meeting. www. sevenoakscameraclub.org.uk n 03 Dec. Pictures all around us. www.sevenoakscameraclub. org.uk

SOCIAL EVENTS n 02 Nov. Carry on Calypso Caribbean evening. 19:3022:30. Westerham Hall, Quebec Avenue, Westerham. £20 including dinner in aid of local hospice. 01959 562245 n 03 Nov. Ghost & Gourmet Evening. Ightham Mote near Ivy Hatch. £35 including supper. 01732 811314 www. nationaltrust.org.uk/ighthammote n 07, 14, 21, 28 Nov. Munch & Learn. Ightham Mote near Ivy Hatch. £22.50 including lunch or supper. 01732 810378 www. nationaltrust.org.uk/ighthammote n 10 Nov. Quiz Night. White Rock Inn, Underriver. £10. 01732 833112 www.thewhiterockinn.co.uk n 13 Nov. Seafood Masterclass. 10:00-16:00. Coach House Kitchen near Sevenoaks. £135. Billingsgate Seafood School 020 7517 3548 www.seafoodtraining.org

n 07-10 Nov. Calendar Girls play. 20:00 (+ Sat matinee 14:30). Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. £15. 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk n 09 Nov. Stand-Up comedy. 20:30. Sevenoaks Town Golf Club, Seal Hollow Rd, Sevenoaks. £15. 07976 637804 www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk

WALKS n 01 Nov. Ranger Ramble. Meet 14:00 Knole for 1-hour walk. £2.50. 01732 462100 www.nationaltrust.org.uk n 04 Nov. 5 ½ mile walk around Leigh. 10:00-13:00. Meet Leigh village green. Free. Sevenoaks Ramblers 07919 575470 n 11 Nov. 6 ½ mile walk around Romney St. 10:00-13:00. Meet Shoreham station. Free. Sevenoaks Ramblers 01959 524264 n 14 Nov. 7 mile walk around Penshurst Place. 10:00-13:15. Meet Penshurst station. Free. Sevenoaks Ramblers 07934 539180, 01342 850454

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n 14 Nov. Social Circle meeting. 14:30. United Reformed Church hall, St Johns Rd, Sevenoaks. £1. 01732 455408, 458342

n 02 Nov. Thea Gilmore gig. Kent Live, K College, Brook St, Tonbridge. £14.50. 01732 440470 www.brandywinemusic.co.uk

n 17 Nov. Little Heroes Ball. Dorton House Nursery, Wildernesse Avenue, Seal. Royal London Society for Blind People www.littleheroesappeal.com

n 03 Nov. Limehouse Lizzy tribute band. Kent Live, K College, Brook St, Tonbridge. £13.50. 01732 440470 www.brandywinemusic.co.uk

n 30 Nov. 90s Dance Anthems Night. Donnington Manor Hotel, London Rd, Dunton Green. £30. 01732 468510 www.donningtonmanor.com

n 25 Nov. 5 mile walk around Ightham Mote. 09:30-12:15. Meet Ightham Mote car park near Ivy Hatch. Free. Sevenoaks Ramblers 01732 453863

n 10 Nov. Dan Clews – Tourist in My Own Backyard guitar album launch party. Pamoja Hall, SPACE Performing Arts Centre, Sevenoaks School, Tonbridge Rd, Sevenoaks. www.livenation.co.uk/ artist/dan-clews-tickets

n 07 Dec. 80s School Disco Night. Donnington Manor Hotel, London Rd, Dunton Green. £30. 01732 468510 www.donningtonmanor.com

n 30 Nov. Lunchtime walk. Meet 11:30 Knole for 90-minute walk. £16.50 including lunch. Booking required. 01732 462100 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/knole

THEATRE

n 10 Nov. Nicky Moore’s Blues Corporation gig. Kent Live, K College, Brook St, Tonbridge. £13.50. 01732 440470 www.brandywinemusic.co.uk

n 01-03 Nov. Rope play by Patrick Hamilton. Ship Theatre,

n 05 Dec. 6 ½ mile walk around Edenbridge. 09:45-12:45. Meet Market Yard car park, Croft Lane, Edenbridge. Free. Sevenoaks Ramblers

n 16 Nov. AGM. 19:30. Village Hall, Otford. Sevenoaks Ramblers 020 3539 6127 www.kentramblers.org.uk n 18 Nov. 7 mile walk around Cotmans Ash. 10:00-13:00. Meet Otford car park. Free. Sevenoaks Ramblers 01959 524264

n 24 Nov. Bullshed rock gig. 19:30-22:30. Hadlow College near Tonbridge. £15 including fish & chips in aid of CHYPS & Hospices of Hope. 01732 852243, 07771 635684 www.hadlow.ac.uk n 07 Dec. Virgil & the

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XMAS n 01 Nov-07 Dec. Charity Xmas Card Shop. Mon-Sat 10:00-16:00. Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks. 01264 361555 www.cardsforcharity.co.uk n 07 Nov. Xmas Fair. 10:3015:30. Grasshopper Inn, Moorhouse near Westerham. £3 in aid of Cancer Research. www.visitwesterham.org.uk n 17 Nov. Xmas Fayre, Santa’s Grotto & Reindeer. 10:30-14:00. New School at West Heath, Ashgrove Rd, Sevenoaks n 21, 30 Nov, 05 Dec. Late Night Xmas Shopping. 16:30-20:00. Penshurst Place & Gardens, Penshurst near Tonbridge. 01892 870307 www.penshurstplace.com n 24 Nov. Xmas Bazaar. 11:0015:00. United Reformed Church hall, St Johns Rd, Sevenoaks. 50p n 25 Nov. Xmas Festival. Tonbridge. 01732 876166 www.tmbc.gov.uk n 29 Nov. Xmas Lights Switch-On, Father Xmas & Late Night Shopping. 18:00-21:00. Westerham. www.visitwesterham. org.uk n 30 Nov. Xmas Fair. Chiddingstone Castle. 01892 870347 www.chiddingstonecastle. org.uk n 30 Nov. Xmas Entertainment. St Marys Church, Westerham. www.westerhamparishchurch.org. uk www.visitwesterham.org.uk n 01 Dec. Xmas Fair. 13:0015:00. Platt School. 01732 780570 n 01 Dec. Xmas Farmer’s Market. 09:30-12:00. Penshurst Place & Gardens, Penshurst near Tonbridge. 01892 870307 www.penshurstplace.com

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who is the fairest of them all? Vine caught up with actress Janine Duvitski of ITV1’s Benidorm and BBC1’s One Foot in the Grave who will be starring as the Wicked Queen in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

In your television appearances you normally play nice/mild-mannered characters (One Foot In the Grave/Benidorm). How does it feel to be playing the “evil character” in pantomime? Baddies are always more fun. Actors like to do something different. When was your last pantomime appearance and who co-starred with you? Babes in the Wood in Manchester in1976. I played one of the babes, Alan Rickman was a squirrel who covered me with leaves while I was asleep. Who is the best person you have ever worked with in TV or theatre and who would you like to work with? There are too many wonderful actors I have worked with to be able to choose one. But my list would

include Alison Steadman, Brenda Blethyn, Sean Connery, Christian Bale, Colin Farrell, Laurence Olivier and many many others. I would like to work with Judy Dench and who knows wishes sometimes come true. Especially in Panto! Is Richard Wilson (from well known sitcom One Foot in the Grave) really that much of a humbug ? Richard is one of my favourite people. He is adorable, amazingly generous, kind, and very funny. What are your plans after Snow White? After Snow White I am hoping to be in a new Mike Leigh film and then I am off to Benidorm again in March.

n 01-02 Dec. Father Xmas. 10:30-12:30, 13:30-15:30. Penshurst Place & Gardens, Penshurst near Tonbridge. £5. 01892 871256 www.penshurstplace.com n 02 Dec. Carols round Xmas Tree. 17:00. Westerham Green. www.westerhamparishchurch.org. uk www.visitwesterham.org.uk n 02-07 Dec. Jack & the Beanstalk panto. Westerham Hall, Quebec Avenue, Westerham. Westerham Amateur Dramatic Society www.visitwesterham.org.uk www.wads-web.net n 03 Dec. Light up a Life service. 18:30. St Marys Church, Westerham. www. westerhamparishchurch.org.uk If you would like to include your event in these free listings please email basic details to Bob Carpenter at bobcarpenterhome@yahoo.co.uk

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