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Welcome Contents
to In and Around Magazine, June/July 2016
7 Computer training with local lady 11 Need to play vinyl? 14 Charity bike ride 15 Classic vehicles show 16 Places to go 18 What’s on 20 Loose Neighbours 21 Community notices 22 Days out with the dog! 25 Visit India 27 The cost of dying intestate 28 Classifieds
Editor & Publisher: Sarah Maberley Laurel House 43 Earl Street Maidstone Kent ME14 1DP
Tel: 01622 296230 Published independently by: In and Around info@inandaroundkent. co.uk inandaroundkent.co.uk
Dear Readers So, have you planned your route whilst the road works around the bridge start? I saw this sign on the back of a bus and thought “what other route?”. Instead of sitting in traffic on one of the main A roads leading into town you can enjoy the pleasant countryside scenery and be stuck in traffic in one of your nearby country lanes?!?! I’m worrying more about having to listen to my husband moan about it for almost a year than the traffic itself! Have a read through this month and discover new local information, events and services on offer. Days out, local fetes, local suppliers, it’s all about local! Best wishes Sarah, Editor Cover image supplied by Kent Life in Maidstone
Upcoming copy deadlines Tuesday 14th June Tuesday 12th July In & Around Magazine is distributed each month to; Loose, Boughton Monchelsea, Coxheath, Bearsted, Grove Green, Penenden Heath, Allington, Aylesford, Ditton, West Malling, Sutton Valence, Langley, Lenham, Harrietsham, Hollingbourne, Maidstone Town Centre and Newnham Court.
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For those of you ARE YOU CONFUSED BY TECHNOLOGY and finding it hard to get to grips with your new computer or iPad, then local Businesswoman, Lynn Stephen, can help. Lynn runs “Computing for Beginners” and gives training and advice on computers and iPads. Lynn gives patient one to one training in your own home.
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Need to play vinyl? Look no further than the Rega Planar 3 . . . The Rega Planar 3 is an attractive turntable with a 5 star rating by What Hi-Fi. It replaces the multi award winning and five times What Hi-Fi? Product of the Year – RP3. It took a team of designers headed up by Rega’s Roy Gandy, two years to develop the all new ‘Planar 3’ following the biggest re-design of the iconic ‘three’ model ever seen. The Rega team have worked tirelessly to improve every aspect of this turntable offering improved ergonomics, usability and first and foremost, sonic performance. The new ‘Planar 3’ is truly a new turntable for 2016 carrying over just two components from the previous model.
The history of Rega The record player has been through four principal guises: Planar 3 (1977–2000), P3 (2000–2007), P3-24 (2007–2012) and RP3. The first Rega turntable, the Planar 2 was launched in 1975. This was followed by the launch in June 1977 of the Planar 3. The two decks are of identical design but built to different budgets. The Planar 3 turntable established itself as a “threshold” or entry-level for high quality turntables. It became hugely popular and is one of the most well-known turntables ever produced. A Planar 3 might take centre place in the system of many audiophiles as a “serious turntable”. For a closer look and to find out more visit our showroom on Union Street.
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Great Kent Charity Bike Ride Sunday 26th June Come and explore a varied landscape of ancient towns, gentle hills and unspoilt shingle beaches - and raise money for the East Kent Hospitals Charity. With two great routes to choose between, there’s something for everyone! Choose one of two circular, on road, routes of approx 35 or 60 miles, starting in Ashford and taking you over gentle wooded hills through unspoilt countryside to where the Garden of England meets the Sea! Heading back in time across Romney Marsh, the routes split at Newchurch. The shorter route then follows quiet country lanes through pretty villages, while the longer route heads on to meet the coast at St. Mary’s Bay and through the open landscape of the Denge and Walland marshes to the ancient ‘smuggler’s capital’ of Rye, before bringing you back across the Isle of Oxney through Tenterden to meet the short route and finish at North Park in the heart of Ashford. East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals serving a local population of around 759,000 people. Our motto is ‘putting patients first’ and we have an international reputation for delivering high quality specialist care particularly in cancer, kidney disease, stroke and vascular services. By raising funds for the East Kent Health Charity, you’ll be helping us with a variety of projects, including the purchase of new digital breast screening machines - which allow early and small cancers to be detected and so treatment started sooner, leading to increased recovery rates - and the purchase of a Neonatel Intensive Care Cot to help save the lives of dangerously premature babies. Charity reg.no. 1076555 www.ekhuft.nhs.uk This is a sponsored charity ride.Your entry fee only covers the costs of running the ride so please ask family and friends to sponsor you generously to make a real difference. Thank you http://www.bike-events.co.uk/
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Award-winning attraction Kent Life Heritage Farm Park celebrates the county’s farming traditions at its annual Country Fair on June 18 and 19. Get stuck into life at the farm by learning how to groom and feed the animals, having a go on the tractor driving course (Saturday only) and joining in the sheep dog demos. Enjoy a thrilling falconry display, take a tour around the vintage farmhouses, watch the blacksmith at work in his forge, and marvel at the old-fashioned steam organ. You can also check out the local produce and craft stalls, tuck in to a tasty barbecue or relax with a refreshing drink in the small beer tent, and showcase your baking skills in the Best Victoria Sponge Cake competition.
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Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve and Jeffery Harrison Visitor Centre A pioneering nature reserve which has a roughly equal proportions of water and land. The vistor centre houses displays illustrating the prehistory and history of the site, the creation of the reserve, its habitats and the wildlife that they support. Address; Bradbourne Vale Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 3DH. Visitor Centre & Café open Weds-Sun 10am-5pm and Bank holidays Reserve open daily dawn-dusk. There is very deep water in places, so under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult. No dogs (except guide dogs) or bicycles are allowed and picnics are restricted to the designated area only. Shepherd Neame Visitor Centre & Tour, Faversham Take a look behind the scenes at Shepherd Neame – Britain’s oldest brewer. See how the our beers are crafted; taste natural mineral water from the brewery’s
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What’s on... 18 - 25 June Tudor Oak Clearance Sale A local fine handcrafted furniture company are having a showroom clearance sale. To have the opportunity to own a piece of the best oak furniture, quintessentially English in design and quality, visit our showroom in Boughton Monchelsea between Saturday 18th and Saturday 25th of June, when all finished furniture will be reduced by 50%. The showroom is open every weekday and on Saturday. For opening hours and other information see our advert below or call 01622 743747.
18 June The Ryarsh Village Fete is taking place on Ryarsh Village Green, ME19 5LS, on Saturday 18th June from 1pm-5pm. Entry and parking is free. Over 50 stalls and attractions including live music, a herd of alpacas, bungee trampoline, the Giant Balloon Man, inflatable slide, hog roast, beer tent and much more. Proceeds will go towards the Parkinsons Disease Society, Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation and the village hall.
25 & 26 June The Big Day Out An exciting new festival coming to Maidstone. Featuring chart topping artists and bands, X-Factor stars and CBBC characters. There will be a beer, ale and cider festival, foods of the world, a children’s fun zone, interactive workshops, arts and crafts and much more! Saturday acts include the Hoosiers, Diversity, Pigeon Detectives, Lucy Spraggan, Union J, TopLoader, Absolute Bowie and Riff Raff. Kids Zone will feature Paw Patrol, Peppa Pig, Brighton Circus School, Archery Tag and more. Sunday acts include Lightning Seeds, Maverick Sabre, Noisettes, Stoochie, Union J. Kids Zone will feature Paw Patrol, The Gruffalo, Brighton Circus School, Archery Tag and more 3 July Tiger Primary Summer Fete Looking for something fun to do? Tiger Primary School are holding their annual Summer Fete on Sunday 3rd of July, 11.3014.30, at the New Line Learning Academy in Boughton
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All Saints’ Church Services Sunday, 8.15am & 10.15am – All Saints Church, Church Street, Loose The Alzheimer’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 call us on 01622 747181 or e-mail maidstone@alzheimers.org.uk. Aylesford & Eccles WI hold their monthly meeting on Wed June 22nd at 7.30 p.m. in the Brassey Rooms Station Road Aylesford when we will hold our annual garden party- style evening and this year will be a Greek themed event with a demonstrastion of Greek dancing by Chris Cousti with a chance to try for yourself as well. There will be refreshments and plenty of time to socialise. There will be no bring and buy stall or competition this month. For info please contact Eileen on 01622 715205 or look at our facebook page. We are always delighted to welcome new members or just someone who who wants to visit out of curiosity. AylesARA will hold their next meeting on Thurs June 30th at 2p.m. in the Community Centre Aylesford.Please note this is the 5th thursday NOT the 4rh as usual due to the election. We eill be treated to a talk by Sharon Lynn about the work of Medical Detection dogs. There will be a chance for a chat over a cup of tea and chance to explore other events/outings etc that may be planned. We are always delighted to welcome new faces so if you are aged 50+ with some spare time then please feel free to come along and join us. if you would like to know more we have a website or you may contact Wayne on 01622 710734. Coffee Stop On Tuesdays, pop in for a coffee – 9.30am-12 noon – Congregational Church, 157 Linton Road Get together at Allington Baptist Church every wednesday 2.30. to 4.00. p.m. Allington Baptist church, 76a London Road, Maidstone, me16 0dt. This popular, friendly, informal group for the over 50s has been meeting for more than 20 years. Phone - Fred or Cilla 01622 676944; Sally 01622 720062; Beryl 01622 726950, Loose Amenities Association invite you to a “Music & Moonlight Evening”, being held at Vale House, Old Loose Hill, Loose ME15 0BH(opposite The Chequers Pub ,Loose) on Saturday 18 June 20126. Gates open 7.30pm. The Bromley Concert Band will play a selection of popular and patriotic classics. Entrance is via advance ticket only, no tickets will be available on the night. Tickets cost £15 each and are available either in person from The Chequers Pub, or via Ann May on 01622 298633. www.loose-amenities. org.uk.
Loose Footpaths Group Sunday 17th July 10am ½ day walk. Meet in the car park of the Kent and Sussex Railway Terminus at Tenterden (TQ 883 335) for a 6 mile walk both north and south of the A28. Assistance Dogs Only. 01622 745067 Loose Valley WI First Wednesday of the month 8-10pm – KGV Parish Pavilion, Walnut Tree Lane, Loose Loose Valley Wives Group meet twice this month at 7.30 p.m. in All Saints’ Church. Loose. On the 1st June we have a talk by Mr. Rob Masters entitled “Adventures in an Allotment”. Mrs. Anne Carter will be coming on the 15th June and her talk is called “It happened over there” which sounds full of intrigue. We welcome visitors. Further details from the Leader : Mrs Ann Emery, Tel. 741559 Friends of Aylesford Church Brass Band Concert at Aylesford Church Saturday 25 June at 7.30pm. This top brass band, The Aveley and Newham Band, are returning for another rousing concert. The concert will be in church; tickets from Brenda Sladen on 01622 882395 or Anita Keays 01622 719589 or at the door: “Friends” £9, non-members £10 Ticket prices include a cup of coffee in the interval, and wine and fruit juice will be available Vinters Football Club Vinters U8’s (current school year 3) are looking for a keen goalkeeper to strengthen their squads for the upcoming 2016/2017 season when the teams will move from playing 5 aside to 7 aside football. If you are interested in joining one of their friendly, but competitive teams please contact U8 coordinator Paul Maberley at paul.maberley@eel. co.uk or 07947 885293. Training takes place Tuesday’s 6-7 at Valley Park School. Maidstone, ME16 0DT. Tel: 01622 741207 WINGs (Womens Independent Networking Group) Meets the first Friday of every month at The Goudhurst Inn, Goudhurst 9.15am for 9.30am start to 11am. All professional ladies and local business owners welcome. Contact Diane 07989 435241 or Claire 07718 990947.
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with the dog! Dover Castle and the Secret Wartime Tunnels Large grounds and fantastic views you will all have a great day out exploring the sites fascinating history. Dogs on leads are welcome at Dover Castle. Please note that restrictions may apply to certain areas of the site. Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden Dogs on leads are welcome at the stations and on the trains – owners are requested to keep gangways clear for passengers and catering staff. Assistance dogs are welcome everywhere. In accordance with our conditions of carriage dogs are not permitted to travel during major special events. Mount Ephraim Gardens, Faversham 9 acre gardens with lake, woodland area, rose terraces, Japanese rock garden and topiary. Wonderful views and trees with good walking paths for dogs. Dogs welcome on a lead. Hever Castle Welcomes dogs on lead within its grounds including the magical Rose, Tudor and Italian Gardens. Lovely lakeside walks to enjoy or you can hire a rowing boat and take
in the beautiful setting of Hever Castle from the waters edge (dogs are normally allowed on boats). If you want to explore the castle itself, there is a place where dogs can be left in the castle courtyard (overlooked by castle stewards). The cafe and restaurants both also have posts where you can tie your dog should you want to enjoy refreshments inside (or alternatively there are facilities to eat outside with your dog on a sunny day). A City Tour of Canterbury As one of the country’s oldest cities, Canterbury is a must to visit and the hustle and bustle of city life shouldn’t put you off visiting with your dog. Enjoy Canterbury from a more sedate aspect and book a river trip to explore the cities magical sights. Punting is such a relaxed way of travelling around the city’s waterways and there are a number of different guided tours you can book yourself on (dogs go free!) whether you are looking for a romantic cruise, a scary affair or even an activity for a rainy day (canopy provided), the Canterbury Punting Company provides a fun way for you and your dog to enjoy some city life without the crowds or stress! http://www.canterburypunting.co.uk
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India is the ultimate travel destination for those seeking a truly awesome experience that will forever remain etched in their minds. With an intoxicating and mesmerising potpourri of exciting sounds, irresistible flavours, intoxicating aromas and intense colours to fully engage one’s senses this ancient land is a place where the wonders of the past are comfortable bedfellows with the contemporary. And it is just eight hours away! The discerning traveller is spoiled for choice, there being a host of pursuits and experiences at one’s fingertips. In addition to its cultural and spiritual heritage, this beguiling destination also offers exciting wildlife, breathtaking scenery, snow-capped mountains and beautiful sundrenched beaches. Initially one is inevitably drawn towards the famous Golden Triangle. Visitors can experience the hustle and bustle of Delhi, the fierce magnificence of Jaipur, and Agra, where the experience of the sunrise or sunset over the iconic Taj Mahal is a memory to be truly cherished. Be in awe of the stunning architecture and fairytale palaces of Rajasthan as well as the quaint villages and imposing forts; visit India’s national parks and relish the anticipation of spotting the elusive Bengal tiger. Experience Kerala, known as ‘God’s own country’ and included in the ten ‘Paradises Found’ by National Geographic. Enjoy the stunning natural scenery and catch sight of waterside communities dotted along the picturesque Backwaters whilst drifting along on your houseboat. Kerala is also renowned for its stunning beaches.
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Contact Lesley at Escapes by Travel Designers and get an extra £100 off your India Holiday when you quote In and Around Magazine Kerala – On The Spice Trail flying from London from £1,295pp Highlights included: • Tour of Old Cochin • Periyar Tiger Reserve • Kerala’s timeless “backwaters” • Quiet beaches for relaxation Price includes: • Flights with Emirates • Private tour with chauffeur/guide • 9 nights’ accommodation • Breakfast daily Prices are per person and based on two adults sharing. Accommodation, meals, excursions etc. as per itinerary. Valid for departures from 16 May to 30 September 2016. Subject to availability. All flight inclusive holidays are protected by ATOL scheme and subject to availability. Escapes by Travel Designers Boughton Monchelsea, Maidstone tel: 01622 230901 email: Lesley@escapesbytraveldesigners.co.uk web: www.escapesbytraveldesigners.co.uk
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If Inheritance Tax is due to be paid on the estate, this could mean a substantial bill for the next of kin whereas simple IHT planning by making a Will could have helped to avoid this situation. Then there will be the nitty gritty of guardianship arrangements for children under the age of 16, pensions, life cover, possessions, pets, passwords… the list goes on and all of these things have to be dealt with. Again squabbles can often occur over the silliest of things because someone believes they should have something, rather than it be set out clearly in a Will.
People who don’t make a Will usually come up with a variety of excuses, such as because they haven’t got around to it, haven’t fully appreciated the importance of planning ahead for the future, unwisely assume that they don’t have enough money or assets to need to make one. They also believe that their next of kin will get everything anyway. It is important to remember that there is a hidden cost to dying Intestate without a Will, one which they may not have wanted to burden their loved ones with at this difficult time. When someone dies without a Will, the next of kin will have to hire a probate specialist or deal with it themselves, which can be very time consuming. They will need to gather all the details about the deceased persons’ estate, what they owe, what they are owed, what they own and then the rules of intestacy will dictate who is entitled to what. This frequently is not the people whom the deceased would think would receive it thanks to the more complicated family structures we have today and this can cause disputes, delays and much heartache.
The starting point will be to speak to the deceased’s bank or building society if they didn’t share a joint account with their next of kin, to find out which regular payments are made for example to cover utility bills and to arrange for these to be continued to be paid by alternative means or stopped.
Finally, there will be funeral arrangements and costs. Many people like to leave or specify a sum to pay for the costs of their funeral and to also set out their wishes as to what they would like to happen, should they be buried or cremated, a religious or a non religious service.
If you own a property and have a mortgage, the mortgage company will not talk to just anyone, so your next of Kin will need to apply for a Grant of Administration to allow them to be appointed an administrator on the deceased’s behalf. In the meantime, the mortgage will need to be paid to ensure there are no penalties, late payments or in the worst case scenario, action by the lender to foreclose on the loan and repossess the property.
These are just a few of the considerations that should be taken into account and I would urge everyone aged 18 or over to make a Will and to keep it updated to reflect the changes in their life, rather than to allow the generic rule of intestacy to divide up their life and eat into the cost of their estate.
If you die with other debts such as loans or credit card debt, this will also have to be paid. If you have a car with a loan or lease arrangement the vehicle may have to be handed back if the payments cannot be met and there could be early penalties for repayment.
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Appliance Repairs Neville Powell
Architects
MRW Design
Decorators 29 12
Fencing
Bathrooms
MBK Design Studio 31 Cooper & Co Plumbing & Heating 23 All Type Property Maintenance 28
Bedroom Design
Bedroom Flair
Boilers
AP Decorators All Type Property Maintenance AH Decor 8
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Samsian 19
Glebe Fencing
Geoff Brown 6 Neil Shorter 16 APC 22
Buy & Sell Anything
Austin Services 16 Dewitt 13 Foosteps Flooring 24
Function Room Hire Cobtree Manor Park
Furniture
Garden Centres
The Potted Garden Nursery
Garden Services / Tree Maintenance
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Ace MOT 6 Graphic Design Mongers Garage 14 Sophia Kerby
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Car Services
Carpenter
Geoff Brown
Carpet Cleaners
Hydro-Dynamix
Cleaning
Phynix Cleaning Samantha Cleaner
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Childrens Activities
JLM Network Services David Bissell IT
Curtains and Blinds
Soft Furnishings by Miriam Abacus Blinds Clarabella Smith
Days Out
Allington Belle Boat Hire Pympes Court Farm Centre Kent Life Farm Attraction Kent County Show
Health, Fitness & Wellbeing
Home Media
Barracudas Activity Days 12 Go Ape 2
Computer Services
Doo Das 9
Hi-fi & Home Cinema
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Interior Design
Clarabella Smith
Kitchens
MBK Design Studio Hamilton Kitchens All Type Property Maintenance
Legal Services
Gullands
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Loft Ladders
Loft Ladders 29 10 26 15 9
Locksmith
A Short Locksmith
Manicure/Pedicure Dorothy Staunton
Maidstone Wellness Centre
Personal Alarms
Centra Pulse
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Pest Control
Pest Purge Ltd
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Plasterer
H. Preece Plastering Briery Property Maintenance Derek Older
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Plumbing & Heating
Cooper & Co Plumbing & Heating 23 Palace Heating 29
Property Services
All Type Property Maintenance
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Flynn Roofing Services DP Roofing
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Escapes by Travel Designers
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Travel
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Maidstone YMCA S.G. Swim School Maidstone Wellness Centre Pilates Through Life
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Roofing
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Pympes Court Farm Centre
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Established in 1987 your local kitchen and Established in 1987 your bathroom specialist based in Coxheath
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• The only Kent Trading Standards Approved specialist based in inCoxheath Kitchen and Bathroom retailer the Maidstone Area
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01622 616202 W.I.CRAFT FAIR
Do you have a craft of any type that you would like to show off? Aylesford & Eccles W.I. Will be holding a craft Fair on say Nov 5th in the Brassey Centre, Aylesford, Station Road, Aylesford and we are inviting applocations for stalls at this event.The fair will be open to the public from 1p.m.to 4p.m. And will be open for stall holders to set up from 12 midday. The cost will be £10 per table and any money you take on the day will be yours. We would love to see a variety of crafts on display at this event – we know there are plenty of you out there with hidden talents that are just begging to be shown off – so why not come along and join us. As this is an indoor event places are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. For further information/application form please contact Aline at a.ongley@tiscali.co.uk or 07771 636872. Please note places will only be confirmed upon receipt of completed application and payment of £10 per table.
S.G. SWIM SCHOOL For non swimmers to advanced in a new 25 metre pool at Sutton Valence. Maximum of 6 non swimmers in a class. Saturdays from 1.30 - 4pm 10 WEEK COURSE - £60
FOR NON SWIMMERS TO ADVANCED. FROM 4 YEARS
S.G. SWIM SCHOOL 01622 745146 | 07730 797424 sgswimschool2009@gmail.com
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