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15 007, local company 06 features in bond film. 09 IBS, the facts! The next 11 Propertyhousing crisis Pre-nup, is it 13 necessary? attractions 16 Festive & Christmas markets 18 Christmas gift guide Film review 21 Legend 23 Recipe 27 Travel - Rome 28 What’s on community 30 Local notice board RFM - online local 35 radio

The Canterbury Tales this Christmas

Dear Readers, Jingle bells, jingle bells! The festive season is nearly upon us, oh yes it is! But don’t panic, this month we bring you some great ideas to plan your family visit to see the big man in red (page 16). Plus, check out our venue listings for Christmas markets to indulge in a spot of shopping and supping of mulled wine (page 17)! It’s also time to start planning your Christmas prezzies, get some great ideas with our gift guide (page 18) available in Maidstone.

We are pleased to announce the winners of last months Pantomime and Ice Skating competition are Lindsey Wileman (from Gillingham) and Arnaud Chenier (from Hildenborough) respectively, congratulations!

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The Canterbury Tales

There are plenty of great reasons to visit The Canterbury Tales in the run-up to Christmas. In November, the award-winning attraction is throwing open its doors for the return of its popular Christmas Artisan Gift Fair a special festive market with a medieval twist. Enjoy some authentic mead at the famous Tabard Inn before stepping back in time to the streets of 14th-century England and browsing gifts from a host of talented Kent artisans and crafters. The stalls will be set among the attraction’s vibrant tableaux, which depict five of Chaucer’s most famous stories. Entrance to the fair is FREE and visitors will be given discount vouchers so they can return with family and friends and experience The Canterbury Tales over Christmas and the New Year. Visitors can also check out The Canterbury Tales’ own medieval gift shop, which has a range of fun, fascinating and unusual gift ideas – including the Hall of Names, which provides a wealth of information about your family surname, as well as a full colour rendition of the earliest coat of arms once associated with the name. For something quirky, there’s everything from gothic giftware to cheeky knight wine bottle holders. Striking green dragon puppets make the perfect gift for kids who love myths and magic, while grown-ups can get into the festive spirit with a bottle of mead.

The Christmas Artisan Gift Fair takes place on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November, between 10.30am and 4.30pm.

Then on December 19 and 20, The Canterbury Tales will be transformed into a festive wonderland. Start your adventure at the Tabard Inn, where Santa’s elf will be wrapping gifts in front of the roaring fire. With carol singing and jolly pilgrims along the way it’s off through the snowfilled streets of old London in search of the Christmas tree, where the whole family can dress up in elf costumes for a fun photo opportunity. Youngsters can also write down their Christmas wish and post to Santa in the attraction’s special mail box. As you continue along the cobbled road, be sure to stop for mead tasting (adults only!) before visiting Santa’s grotto, where there will be a gift for every child. Tickets for the Magical Medieval Christmas cost £7 for adults, £10 for children. For more information about both events, or to book tickets for the Magical Medieval Christmas, call 01227 454888 or visit www.canterburytales.org.uk.

Tudor Oak Chairs and

James Bond English” design, they feature turned underframes and are upholstered in the finest coffee brown hide. The designs were adapted to an exacting specification provided by the film’s Oscar-winning Set Designer, Anna Pinnock.

Craftsmen-built, hand-made chairs by the Maidstone-based bespoke furniture maker Tudor Oak will receive global exposure when they appear in the new James Bond film, Spectre, due for nationwide release on 26th October and for worldwide release on 6th November 2015. Dedicated to making luxury furniture for over 45 years, the master craftsmen at Tudor Oak produce finest oak furniture of all styles, as well as a range of period oak doors, windows, solid flooring and other architectural joinery, all made to the finest standards and timeless in design. The Company is proud to continue the British tradition of making bespoke, hand-made products, despite the everpresent threat of cheaper, mass-produced competition. For Spectre, the team at Tudor Oak produced 40 of their best chairs and carvers, which appear in one of the central scenes of the film. Made to a traditional 17th Century “Early

Tudor Oak Managing Director Sasha Kamenetski said: “We were honoured to be approached by Anna with such an exciting and high-profile commission. When the film’s production team announced that the furniture was needed in double-quick time, the whole Company set to work to make sure we didn’t let them down. Along with everyone else playing a part in such a famous project, we were sworn to secrecy, so it’s fantastic to now be able to talk openly about our links to the famous James Bond brand. Who knows, maybe, one day, Tudor Oak furniture will become as synonymous with high quality and tradition as Bond’s Aston Martin and his love of all things British. I would like to personally thank everyone involved in this project, and especially our 2nd Year Apprentice Haydn Potter, for all the hard work and dedication they showed in delivering these chairs within the extremely tight timelines we were set. They are a credit to Tudor Oak and to themselves.” For further information please contact Sasha Kamenetski,

sasha@tudor-oak.com +44 (0)1622 743747. www.tudor-oak.co.uk Parsonage Farm, Heath Road, Boughton Monchelsea Maidstone ME17 4JB Established in 1969, Tudor Oak are one of the leading makers of fine English Oak classic & contemporary furniture and bespoke flooring, doors, windows and other joinery. All products are hand-made.

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Many clients come in to the practice with symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. One in ten visits to the GP and 50% of referrals to gastroenterologists are related to IBS, giving an indication of the scale of the problem. IBS is strictly speaking not a disease but a combination of a number of digestive symptoms such as abdominal pain and spasms, bloating, gas and abnormal bowel movements which are defined as a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;syndromeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. The malaise resulting from IBS however is very real with many patients feeling uncomfortable about leaving the house due to the unpredictability of their bowel movements. There can be wider repercussions to IBS as chronic loose bowels for example can result in deficiencies in the body which can contribute to other health issues. Not coincidentally IBS patients often have additional symptoms such as (migraine) headaches, fatigue, bladder irritation, frequent infections or insomnia, as these systems are all affected by imbalances in the gut. However there is hope for patients and to pinpoint possible causes we ask the client detailed questions about their digestive symptoms, their medical history, lifestyle and dietary habits. The root causes to IBS are often a mixed picture of stress, reduced enzyme activity, dysbiosis (an imbalance of good versus bad gut bacteria), food sensitivity, infection, hormonal imbalances, intake of processed foods, adverse effects of medication (e.g. antibiotics), lactose intolerance, environmental sensitivities etc. which we can all assess during the consultation. The emphasis with nutrition is to support digestion in the relevant areas of the digestive tract (stomach, small intestine, bowel),

give guidelines for a nutritious anti-inflammatory diet and appropriate supplementation for example with high strength probiotics or plant based enzymes. Balancing the digestive tract in this way has positive consequences throughout the body and many people also find relief for their other symptoms for the first time in months or even years. For more information please contact: Marjan Desmet Nutritionist at the Maidstone Wellness Centre, Loose T: 07895052861 W: maidstonewellnesscentre.co.uk

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Housing Crisis Strike Next? The National Housing Federation, a trade body for housing associations, has recently released a report laying bare the shortfall between estimated demand and the number of houses actually built over the last four years.

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The NHF estimated that 974,000 homes needed to be built in England between 2011 and 2014 in order to keep up with demand. In reality, only 457,500 were built, a shortfall of 516,500 or 53%. The report breaks the shortfall down by region and it is little surprise that the greatest shortfall was in London where 265,000 houses were required against 170,000 actually built. Interestingly, this equates to a shortfall of 36%, still a dramatic underperformance but considerably less than the national average. The worst performing area is the South West where less than 20,000 homes were required but barely 5000 were built in the period, a shortfall of over 70%. A high proportion of housing in the South West is occupied by retirees and a lot of properties are second homes. With high unemployment and below average wages, much of the working population are effectively priced out of the market. House builders wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t build homes that people canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford to buy. A more worrying statistic is the North West where the shortfall was over 60%. This is a much more populous area so the scale of the problem is amplified. The causes of the problem are complex with planning delays playing a major role, particularly in North Lancashire. However, in many ways itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a similar situation to the South West. Cities such as Liverpool, Bolton and Manchester were hard hit by the recession 11

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If you are planning a wedding next summer, what should you consider ahead of the big day? A pre-nup is a concept that doesn’t sit comfortably with many people. The very idea of a pre-nup is in stark contrast to the romance of finding that one person you want to share the rest of your life with. We spend our whole lives planning for and protecting our future and for the future of those around us whom we love. A pre-nup is really just another way of protecting your future but this time it provides protection against any unforeseen circumstances, which may arise. If you choose to enter into marriage then your partner will, under English Law, be entitled to a share in the ‘matrimonial assets;’ these will include any assets you own together but also any assets you may own separately and have brought into the relationship such as family inheritances, businesses, savings and investments etc. The starting point when establishing how these assets should be divided is that of equality. Just because some assets have passed down through family generations, does not automatically mean that they are excluded from the pot of matrimonial assets and/or protected from being split between you and your spouse upon divorce. Up until recently there was much sceptism as to how much weight a pre-nup would hold. Now however, the use of pre-nups is becoming much more widespread as those entering into marriage wish to protect their assets.

As with all things in law, the existence of a pre-nup does not entirely prevent one half of a couple issuing any financial proceedings at court upon separation, if they are intent on seeking further financial provision over and above that which is provided for within the pre-nup. It will then be for the Court to decide whether the terms of the pre-nup should be upheld or varied. The likelihood of the pre-nup being enforced will ultimately depend on how well it has been drafted. Specialist matrimonial solicitors will be all too aware of the various safeguards which have to be met in order for a pre-nup to hold the maximum weight possible should it ever need to be relied upon. One of these fundamental safeguards is that of ‘needs.’ It is important that, particularly in the event of a long marriage, the financial needs of both husband and wife, (upon separation), are met and that neither one should find themselves in significant financial hardship upon separation in comparison to the other. This also relates to any children born into the marriage. This is an important consideration when drafting a pre-nup and one which regularly needs to be reviewed during the course of a marriage, which is why pre-nups are often referred to as ‘living documents.’ It is not uncommon for addendums to be created during the course of the marriage to ensure that the original pre-nup reflects a fair and appropriate outcome in light of any significant changes, which may have come to fruition during the course of the marriage. Julie Hobson is an Associate at Gullands Solicitors and can be contacted at j.hobson@gullands.com 01622 689700 www.gullands.com

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(or treat yourself this Christmas!) Ok, so Christmas is around the corner and you turn to your loved one and ask “what would you like for Christmas”. The response, as always “I don’t know”. Gggrrrrr! Nowadays more and more people are buying an expensive item for the home as a Christmas treat. If you love music and film you need to visit Home Media on Union Street and discover a wealth of home entertainment gadgets. The staff are very friendly and informative, no pushy salesmen here. For the men who like your gadgets, you need to pay this shop a visit whilst the missus is shopping in town (especially as they have a new home cinema showroom to play with!).

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Portable audio starts and ends with Apple, right? Wrong! Astell & Kern take the music-on-the-go experience to another level with the ability to play high resolution music recordings. Prices start from £400 for the AK Jr (pictured) to the flagship AK380 at £3,000. Follow the rhythm, not the crowd.

The Audioquest DragonFly is an affordable and easy-to-use device that delivers far superior sound by bypassing the poor quality Audeze LCD-3. sound card that is built into Audeze have a no-compromise your computer. DragonFly approach to headphone design, with is a sleek, flash drive sized each model producing the finest Digital-Audio Converter that headphone experience. The five connects to a USB jack on model range currently tops out at a Mac® or Windows® PC, £1,599 for the LCD-3’s (pictured), turning any computer into with an even higher quality model a true high- fidelity music expected shortly. All models are source. Price £129.00. available for demonstration, so bring your portable player and headphones along to our showroom and compare the difference with your own ears.

In case you haven’t seen the October issue of ERT magazine, Maidstone was featured in the ‘Take a town’ article, with the majority of electrical retailers receiving a visit from a mystery shopper. We are proud to announce that Home Media came Michell Engineering Gyro SE Turntable out on top as the ‘Winning Independent’ The Gyro SE is arguably the most iconic British retailer with a 10/10 score. turntable design. Michell Engineering are based in We are very proud to receive such recognition for our combined efforts at Home Media and will continue to become more successful with the continued loyalty and friendship of our valued customers. With best wishes, Ben, Byron, John, Martyn & Simon

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Festive Attractions There are lots of wonderful Christmas attractions in the run up to Christmas and we’ve rounded up some of the best. If you want to visit Father Christmas you’d better book quick as spaces are now very limited (also write in your diary for next year around September time!). Christmas Around the World at Hever Castle. For a fun-filled Christmas family day out, discover how different countries around the world celebrate Christmas. Walk through the rooms of the fairytale castle, follow the magical fairy lit Christmas trail, journey through the enchanted fairy dell, past Father Christmas’ grotto, around the colour washed Italian Garden and on to the beautifully lit Tudor Garden. Join a Christmas craft workshop, hug a husky in the Husky Hideout, on weekends visit the donkeys at the nativity scene. Visit hevercastle.co.uk Father Christmas at Kent and East Sussex Railway. Take a magical steam train journey. On board, families will meet Santa Claus during the hour and ten minute return journey to Northiam Station. Every child up to the age of 12 will receive an age appropriate quality gift to take home and put under the tree, children over 12 will receive a delicious box of festive chocolates. After your train ride the fun continues at Tenterden Station with maze where you may find some familiar “Frozen” charactors. For more information visit kesr.org.uk. Magical Christmas at Rare Breeds Centre This famous Christmas Grotto has become a much-loved tradition, complete with friendly farm animals to meet along the way. You’ll be taken to a magical Grotto, to meet Santa’s Elves and all his beautiful, real animals. There, you’ll be entertained by a surprise guest (the Naughty Snowman!) who arrives to cause havoc. The Children are then invited to see Santa one-by-one, and they’ll then receive their quality gift. You’ll also have a family photo opportunity with Father Christmas and the Elves. Visit rarebreeds.org.uk 16

Father Christmas comes to Chartwell Saturday 5 to Sunday 6 December. Meet Father Christmas dressed in green for a traditional 1920s Christmas and receive a gift for each child. It’s £7 per child and book with us on 01732 861159 to reserve a time. Visit nationaltrust.org.uk/chartwell Adventure to Santa’s Grotto at Westfield London. You and your family will be whisked away on a fun, interactive adventure to visit Santa with help from our friends Shrek and Donkey. Enjoy the magical, personalised journey complete with a 4D cinematic sleigh ride which will transport you through the skies to Santa’s workshop in the North Pole. Each child will have the chance to speak with Santa and receive a gift! uk.westfield.com/london Slava’s Snowshow at Royal Festival Hall, South Bank 16 Dec - 3 Jan. London’s leading Christmas show. Slava’s Snowshow returns to Royal Festival Hall for a fifth magical year. This multi-award-winning hit is now established as London’s leading Christmas show, having delighted theatregoers around the world for over 20 years. southbankcentre.co.uk/whatson/slavas-snowshow Shrek Adventure at London County Hall Jump on-board the magic bus and join Shrek, Donkey and their friends on a hilarious journey to the kingdom of Far Far Away! Shrek’s Adventure! London brings the world of Shrek to life, with 10 laugh-out-loud live shows on a captivating 4D ride with dramatic special effects, classic film sets and exciting animation. attractiontix.co.uk/tickets/shrekadventure-london Father Christmas at Groombridge Place After a triple sell-out event last year, ‘Father Christmas in Kent’ has moved to a New venue in the award winning Groombridge Place & Gardens, Groombridge, Tunbridge Wells. 5 Dec - 24 Dec on selected midweek and weekend dates. A limited number of Family Tickets will be available to see Father Christmas in 2015 on a first come first served basis. thelittleboxoffice.com/ fatherchristmasinkent

Christmas Markets Everybody loves a Chirstmas Market to get them in the Christmas spirit! We’ve rounded up a few so you can make plans to visit... Rochester Christmas Market Where: Rochester Castle Gardens. When: 28th, 29th Nov, 4th, 6th, 11th, 13th Dec 11am - 6pm (10am - 7pm on 5&6 Dec) What’s on: Around 70 market stalls under canvas marquees will be offering visitors a wide variety of festive gifts, souvenirs and novelty stocking fillers. Daily programme of entertainment and music. Winterville 2015 Where: Victoria Park, Bow, London When: 26th November 23rd December What’s on: Christmas Market, Shows and Activities including Moscow State Circus in the Winterville Circus; Backyard Cinema’s magical forest, The Winter Night Garden, showing a series of Christmas classics and family favourites; and pantomime, cabaret, theatre and live music in the Dutch Spiegeltent. Plus ice rink, Plonk Crazy Golf’s, thrilling rides and panoramic views of the city from the Giant Wheel in Winterville’s Fairground. Faversham Christmas Market Where: Guildhall in the Market Place (ME13 7AG) When: 29th November, 13th, 20th December What’s on: Pick up gorgeous, locally made gifts and produce, enjoy some festive music and sip a glass or two of mulled wine. Set in the historic Market Place with it’s beautiful Guildhall is packed full of stalls. With brass bands, music and carol singing and donkeys, there is something for everyone. Tenterden Christmas Market Where: Tenterden High Street When: 5th December 10am-8pm What’s on: Christmas market stalls, gifts, street food, food for Christmas, fairground rides for the children, Christmas carols, street entertainment, shops and cafés open late, real animals and Santa’s Grotto. Winter at Southbank Centre Where: Southbank Centre, London SE1 8XX When: 20th November 3rd January What’s on: Free and ticketed events for all ages,

theatrical performances and festive concerts, to social dances, community choirs and activities. Highlights include award-winning cabaret show La Soirée, and mobile roller skating disco Bump Rollerdisco. Wooden chalets brimming with seasonal food and drinks, handmade gifts and festive treats make a return along the riverbank at the Winter Market. BBC Good Food Festive Fayre Where: Hampton Court Palace When: 4th December to 6th December Enjoy Hampton Court Palace’s very first BBC Good Food Festive Fayre, part of the palace’s 500th anniversary event programme. Browse more than 50 artisan food/drink stalls in the courtyard and watch live cookery demonstrations from chefs and food experts in the Winter Kitchen, set around the roaring open fire of the palace’s beautiful Tudor Kitchen. Finchcocks Winter Fair Where: Riseden, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 1HH When: 15th November What’s on: Finchcocks will be traditionally dressed for Christmas. A good variety of craft, art and gift stands, informal music on the period instruments with a seasonal theme. Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair in Hythe Where: Hythe Imperial Hotel When: 22nd November What’s on: Spend a relaxing few hours looking for quality gifts that you won’t find on the High Street? This festive fair features 31 tables of goods - all handmade by the talented stallholders. Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park Where: Hyde Park, London When: 20th November to 3rd January What’s on: Skate around the stunning ice rink which circles the Victorian bandstand, enter the Magical Ice Kingdom with its ‘ice forest’ of frozen sculptures and gleaming ice castle. Christmas markets full of arts and crafts trinkets, jewellery and decorations that make perfect presents for friends and family. Explore the Angels and Yuletide market, where charming wooden chalets are overflowing with festive goods. 17

s a m t s i r h C gift ideas With Christmas just a matter of weeks away, it’s time to start getting ready for the big day and begin gift shopping. But it needn’t be a worry this year, as The Mall, Maidstone is full of gifts for all the family, and here’s a sneak peek to what’s in stores now. Don’t miss exclusive events at The Mall to help you get into the Christmas spirit too, with Santa arriving in his Grotto, The Carol Factor and much more. Visit www.themall.co.uk/Maidstone to find out what’s on.

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Lego Dessert Minecraft £59.99. The Entertainer

Ride Along Dino £15. Wilko 18

Chocolate Lovers Mug £10. Next

Minions Backpack £20. BHS

Safari Bus £9. Wilko

Spiral Fun Gumball Machine £35. BHS

Cluedo Game £11.33 The Entertainer

Minions Money Bank £12. BHS

Ice Cream Truck Playset £20. The Entertainer

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Dog Bowl £8. BHS

Play Cash Register Playset £10. Wilko

My Little Pony Large Applejack Soft Toy. £20.The Entertainer

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Marc Jacobs Daisy Gift Set for her £56. The Perfume Shop

Baylis and Harding Gown Gift Set. £50. BHS

Leopard Print Watch £24. Next

Stone Stamp Purse £10. BHS Miss Selfridge Bath & Body Oriental Spice. £24. BHS

Nail Collection £10. Next

Vintage Tea Tray £18. BHS

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1001 Whiskies Book £15. BHS

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Legend Legend revisits the story of the notorious Kray twins, who ruled the East End of London in the 1960s and achieved folklore status. The narrative sees the Krays’ crime empire grow, how they use violence and intimidation to hold on to power and explores their ties with the American mafia, all set against the well documented backdrop of their complex relationship. Tom Hardy (Peaky Blinders and Lawless) excels in the characters of Ronnie and Reggie; apparently he made playing both roles a condition of taking the part. Filmed on location in the East End, Legend is narrated by Reggie’s wife, Frankie, (Emily Browning) and is presented from her viewpoint as we experience the duo’s rise to power and subsequent downfall. Directed by Brian Helgeland – writer of Oscar contenders LA Confidential and Green zone - the film begins with the gang extracting the volatile Ronnie from a mental institute. Tom hardy is convincing not just as the unhinged Ronnie but the charming and charismatic Reggie too. In the opening scenes Reggie demonstrates his power over the community and his invulnerability when he offers a cup of tea to

(18) the policemen assigned to follow him before going about his business. Through his interaction with Frankie we see Reggie’s doting side. We want to love him, but his ruthless streak and addiction to violence make it difficult. He is fundamentally flawed. The way he acts as a father figure, brother and mother to the psychotic and self-destructive Ronnie does much more to emphasise his basic humanity. Fans of violent gangster films will have plenty to get their teeth into; watch out for the prison scene (Reggie served frequent terms in jail) and the bar fight against a rival gang – this film really isn’t for the faint-hearted. The glamour and charisma of the Krays serves to mitigate the ever present violence of their lives, but ultimately this is a morality tale and viewers walk away with the message that crime doesn’t pay.

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centre L’Aquila, you may remember, was hit by an earthquake in 2009 and the rebuilding continues, albeit slowly (the costs are staggering). Visiting is a harrowing experience, but the determination of the locals to finish the job of restoration and the belief they show in that massive task is heart-warming. The landscapes along the way from L’Aquila to the town of Sulmona have an other- worldly character to them. The town itself is notable as the birthplace of the Roman poet, Ovid (for any classicists out there), and being the main centre of production for the original confetti, sugared almonds traditionally given as gifts at Italian weddings. The largest city and port in the region, Pescara, acts as the gateway to blue flag beaches stretching both north and south. Good luck in finding space on some of these in the summer months but the artificial reefs make for a relatively safe environment for children. For those of you not seeking la dolce vita, the coastal resorts are where you’ll find the nightlife. If you like pasta, the regional speciality (Chitarra Abruzzese) is spaghetti with tiny meatballs in a rich tomato sauce, and La Cantina del Nonno in Tortoreto Alto was very good for this. Many villages have food and wine festivals throughout the summer months, so do track some of these down (Colonnella’s definitely got a thumbs up from me). Wine is one of the main regional products (this is after all the home of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo) and the wines from Teramo province are the best of them all. If you want to push the boat out, buy a bottle (red or white) from Vini Illuminati at Controguerra. I barely heard a non-Italian accent during my trip. Many claim that a gauge of a quality Italian restaurant is the number of Italians eating there: by this token, if Abruzzo was a restaurant, it would come very highly recommended indeed. Richard Jones

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What’s on... 3rd - 28th November 2015

From A Different Perspective The photographs in the exhibition are taken by people from the Kent Association for the Blind who have varying degrees of sight loss. The images all show familiar things or places taken from a different perspective than they would normally be seen. Maidstone Museum & Bentlif Art Gallery, St. Faith’s Street, Maidstone, ME14 1LH. Tel: 01622 602838, www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk email: museuminfo@maidstone.gov.uk.

4th November 2015

7th November 2015 Fireworks - Maidstone Grammar School Gates open at 6pm with the fireworks starting at 7pm. Please use the school’s West Park Road entrance opposite Maidstone Leisure Centre. Tickets £8 on the gate, £4 for students and children with under fives free. A family ticket (2+3) is £20.

Autumn Photowalks at Leeds Castle An opportunity to improve your photography skills and capture the Leeds Castle Estate in all its autumn glory and the waterfowl found on its lakes and ponds with guidance from professional photographer Robert Canis. Leeds Castle, Maidstone, ME17 1PL Tel: 01622 765400 www.leeds-castle.com

5th - 7th November 2015

6th - 8th November 2015

Italia in Piazza The always-popular Italia in Piazza food market is returning to Jubilee Square this November. From delicious dipping oils to freshly cooked meats, mouthwatering desserts to savoury dishes, the Italian market provides a taste of authentic Italian dining in Kent. Jubilee Square, Maidstone. Tel: 020 7064 9499 www.italiainpiazza.com

6th November 2015

Fireworks Barming Primary School PTA Fireworks spectacular. Gates open 5pm • Display at 7pm. Adults £6 Children £4 Pre-school children FREE Barming Primary School, Belmont Close, Barming, ME16 9DY marissa.newton347@btinternet.com

7th November 2015

Saturday Morning Kart Club Ages 8-11 This NEW addition to the Buckmore Park family for 2015 is the ideal way to learn about racing, whilst having fun in the process. With 10 individual race modules to have stamped on your very own Buckmore Licence, this next step up from Turn Up ‘n’ Drive is sure 28

to be a hit. Buckmore Park Karting Ltd, Maidstone Road, Chatham, ME5 9QG Tel: 01634 201562 www.buckmore4kids.co.uk

Manga Workshops Learn all about Manga with artist Caroline Songi Cook and have a go at creating your own Manga drawing. Tel: 01622 602838, email: museuminfo@ maidstone.gov.uk. Maidstone Museum & Bentlif Art Gallery, St. Faith’s Street, Maidstone, ME14 1LH.

Crafts For Christmas fair Step into a creative world and rediscover the art of enjoyable Christmas shopping! The Crafts for Christmas events source talented makers and designers from all over the UK and bring together these small individual firms producing top quality products under one roof at four venues around the UK. Detling Hill, Detling, Maidstone ME14 3JFTel: 01622 633060 www.kenteventcentre.co.uk

7th - 8th November 2015

Leeds Castle Fireworks Spectacular There will be lights, camera, action for the biggest and best firework display in the South East of England. The incredible fireworks will this year be timed to music from the movies. Leeds Castle, Maidstone, ME17 1PL Tel: 01622 765400 www.leeds-castle.com

10th November 2015

Make: Gingerbread House Tealight Holder Learn how to paint a ceramic gingerbread house tea light holder. Use special snow paint to create a 3D effect on the roof and window sills. This Art of Mine,

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12th - 14th November 2015

Pantonmine - Dick Whittington The Detling Players present Dick Whittington at Detling Village Hall on 12th to 14th November 2015. Detling Village Hall, Pilgrims Way, Detling, ME14 3EY. Tel: 07842 169725 www.detlingplayers.co.uk

14th November 2015

Grand Christmas Craft Bazaar Wateringbury From beads to bags, and plants to pashminas over 20 stalls full of items by local craftspeople. Church of St John the Baptist, Tonbridge Road, Wateringbury, ME18 5PA Tel: 01622 813032

14th November 2015

Bearsted Choral Society Autumn Concert A Concert performance of Bizet’s Carmen. St John’s C Of E Primary School, Provender Way, Grove Green, ME14 5TZ Tel: 01634 666730

15th November 2015

The Nutcracker Be swept away on a magical adventure in one of the most famous classical ballets of all time – The Nutcracker. Vienna Festival Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker promises to delight audiences of all ages with its festive setting and captivating story. Hazlitt Theatre, Earl Street, ME14 1PL Tel: 01622 758611 www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

18th November 2015

The Searchers In Concert With such classic hits as, Sweets For My Sweet; Needles and Pins and Don’t Throw Your Love Away; they have contributed enormously in establishing the UK as the world’s leading nation in the music industry. Hazlitt Theatre, Earl Street, ME14 1PL Tel: 01622 758611 www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

19th November 2015

Fremlin Walk Christmas Lights Switch On 62 Earl Street, Maidstone, ME14 1PS Tel: 01622 356584 www.fremlinwalk.co.uk

27th November 2015

Christmas Wreath Making The Castle Florist will help keen amateurs prepare for Christmas with Christmas Wreath Making workshops. £40 per person, Leeds Castle Broomfield, Maidstone, ME17 1PL Tel: 01622 765400 www.leeds-castle.com

28th November 2015

Festive Printmaking Join us for a day of festive printmaking. In the run-up to Christmas, Elizabeth Harbour will introduce you to various linoprinting techniques that can be used for printing cards, papers and gifts. Mascalls Gallery, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood, TN12 6LT Tel: 01892 839039

28th November 2015

Maidstone Symphony Orchestra Former BBC Young Musician, Laura Van der Heijden, returns to MSO to perform Walton’s scintillating ‘Cello Concert’. Mote Hall, Maidstone Leisure Centre, Maidstone, ME15 7RN. Tel: 07817 429143 www.mso.org.uk

29th November 2015

Heart Of Kent Hospice Light Up A Life Service Light Up a Life provides you with an opportunity to celebrate, reflect and remember your loved ones. It is also an opportunity to show your support for Heart of Kent Hospice and the care and support we provide to patients with life-limiting illnesses in the local community and their families. Sutton Valence School Chapel, Sutton Valence, Maidstone, ME17 3HL. Tel: 01622 790195 www.hokh.org

29th November 2015

Welly Walk Family Fun Event! The Welly Walk in support of Heart of Kent Hospice. The Welly Walk, in association with Maidstone Riverside Rotary, promises to be a fantastic day out for the whole family. Explore the footpaths of the North Downs Way on a 3, 5 or 6 mile circular route beginning at the Kent Showground. Kent County Showground, Detling, Maidstone, ME14 3JF. Tel: 01622 790195 www.hokh.org

Maidstone Flower Club presents a Christmas demonstration entitled ‘Pleasures Unwrapped’ by Sandy Bailey (National Demonstrator) on Thursday 10th December at Ditton Community Centre Kiln Barn Lane Ditton ME20 6AH. Doors open 6.45 for 7.30pm. Stalls, raffle of the arrangements and refreshments. Tickets £7.50 members, £9.00 visitors. Telephone 01622 741207. Maidstone Horticultural Society On Thursday, November 5th at 7.30pm, we will be hosting a Talk given by Jude Lawton entitled “Garden Lore”. Jude is a retired landscape gardener, and chair of the Kent group of Plant Heritage. Visitors and new members are warmly welcomed. We meet at the Baptist Church Hall, Knightrider Street (come in by the back doors.) Entry £2, which includes a light refreshment. For further information telephone 01622 674384. Christmas Fayre at Kenward Trust We are holding a Christmas Fayre on Saturday 28th November 2015 from 12pm -4pm at Kenward House, Kenward Road, Yalding ME18 6AH. Lots of exciting and unique gifts for that loved one for Christmas. Candles, glassware, jewellery, woodcraft, christmas trees, cakes, wreaths and many more creative crafts from local traders. All our beautiful woodcraft made on site. Bring the children and they can paint their own pottery, decorate cakes and enjoy other crafts. If you would like any more information then call Jane on 01622 814187. Please come and support Kenward Trust.

Christmas Craft Fair Sunday 22 November 10am-4pm Downswood Community Centre, Chiltern Close, Downswood. An exciting range of craft stalls with unique and special, crafts and gift ideas for Christmas or treat yourself. Pottery Painting Workshop Refreshments available, including light lunches. Free admission ~ Ample free parking The Loose Valley Wives Group meet twice in November commencing at 7.30 p.m. in All Saints’ Church, Loose. On Wednesday 4th we have a talk by Mr. David Clark entitled “The Last Voyage of the Queen Mary”. Husbands and visitors will be very welcome. Wednesday 18th will find us preparing the first stages of the Christingles. We shall be serving mulled wine and mince pies, this will be followed by a Quiz. Details from the Leader: Mrs. Ann Emery. Tel. 741559. Maidstone Flower Club presents a Christmas demonstration entitled ‘Pleasures Unwrapped’ by Sandy Bailey (National Demonstrator) on Thursday 10th December at Ditton Community Centre Kiln Barn Lane Ditton ME20 6AH. Doors open 6.45 for 7.30pm. Stalls, raffle of the arrangements and refreshments. Tickets £7.50 members, £9.00 visitors. Telephone 01622 741207. Heart of Kent Hospice Light up a Life and remember a loved one this Christmas Sutton Valence School Chapel on 29th November at 4.30pm and The Friars, Aylesford on Sunday 6th December from 4.30pm. Tel: 01622 792200 www.hokh.org

Aylesford & Eccles W.I. will hold their nov meeting on Wed Nov 25th at 7.30p.m. in the Brassey Centre, Station Road, Aylesford. There will be a talk by Helen Howard entitles Molluscs & Me. The co,petition will be any item beginning with the letter R and the recycling stall will be Christmas decorations. As always new members are always welcome and if you are just curious why not come along and meet us. There is no obligation to join at your first visits. if you would like to know more then please contact Eileen on 01622 715205. or we do have a facebook page for your interest. AylesARA hold their next meeting on Thurs Nov 26th at 2p,m, in the Community Centre, Aylesford. This will be our A.G.M. at which we will review the past year and discuss plans for the coming year This is your chance to have a say in the future running of your club and we look forward to input from our members. This is also the time to elect our officers and committee members so please give some thought to whether you would like to stand for a position or know someone who does. If this is the case please contact Wayne on 01622 710734 with your nominations and remember that the person concerned must agree to be nominated. There will also be a social time at the conclusion of the business.

Craft Fair Aylesford & Eccles W.I. are holding a Craft Fair on Sat 7th Nov at 12.30 till 4p.m. in the Brassey Centre, Station Road, Aylesford. There will be a variety of stalls displaying crafts of all sorts. There will be light refreshments available throughout the afternoon. Entrance 50p per adult, children free. The Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society based in Loose, Maidstone, offers a variety of services to support people with any form of dementia and their carers/family/friends. Anyone wanting information should contact us on 01622 747181 or e-mail maidstone@alzheimers.org.uk. Blackthorn Trust Xmas Fair Saturday 5th December. 10.30am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2.30pm. Blackthorn.org.uk St Andrews Road, Barming, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 9AN Tel: 01622 828382 Congigational Church 157 Linton Road, Loose. We will be changing the time of the Sunday Service . From 6th of December 2015 to11am. All welcome. Tel: 01622 743952 If you would like to include your local event, group or notice - please email Sarah at info@inandaroundkent.co.uk. This is a FREE service for local non profit making organisations.

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