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Preparing for Warmer Weather

by Pippa Greenwood

The combination of the poor weather in February and the very fact that gardens tend to be at their least appealing this month, means the chances are yours is receiving nothing much more than a fair helping of neglect at the moment. But spring isn’t far away so get your gardening gloves on for a bit of preparation.

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Start by clearing up any remaining fallen leaves, broken twigs. Twigs and woody debris are best binned or burned or perhaps even heaped up in the corner of the garden to act as a sheltering spot for wildlife, but fallen leaves, and the top growth of herbaceous perennials, can be added to the compost heap.

When it comes to tackling herbaceous or flower borders, don’t make things look too clean and tidy, as you may well cut down on the protection that faded top-growth can provide. I tend to leave most of the remains of herbaceous plants in place until spring, but the most ugly, straggly or unkempt bits could certainly be cleared up now. Keep a particular look out for slugs and snails and collect them up while they are snoozing!

It is too early in the year to cut your lawn and indeed you should try to keep off it as far as possible, but you can clear twigs and leaves and cut back any weeds which have grown faster than the grass itself.

You can use any pots or other containers which have been left around the garden to create spots of colour and interest by clearing them out, using fresh compost and then replanting them. If you choose temporary winter plantings such as winter flowering pansies or pompom winter daisies, then these can simply be removed when it is time to replant with summer bedding.

Scrubbing down the outer surfaces of pots and containers will also help to clean them up again, because by now they have invariably accumulated a good helping of algae and soil and can look quite a mess.

Check fruit trees for signs of any dead shrivelled fruit still on the branches and cut these out, as they often harbour brown rot disease and can cause a lot of problems in the future. However these definitely shouldn’t be composted - bin or burn any you find.

Use a stiff brush to clear off surface debris from your terrace or patio and then once it is clear, if it still looks in need of a bit of a facelift, use the stiff brush or yard broom to scrub it over thoroughly. Provided freezing weather is not forecast, wash it over with a few buckets of water.

A trip to your local garden centre is bound to give you plenty of ideas for what’s looking good this month. Some of my favourites include the small trees or shrubs which have a delicious fragrance during the winter months.

These include winter sweet, hamamelis (witch hazel) and sarcococca. You can now buy pots of snowdrop bulbs which are not far from flowering so ‘cheat’ a little and pop a few of these into the ground. Winter flowering heathers and winter flowering pansies can also be used to great effect right now.

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Finance The Pros and Cons of Equity Release

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Equity Release unlocks some of the value in your home, providing a tax-free lump sum or cash facility from which to draw a regular income. It is a way to fund your retirement without having to move from your existing home, and is available to homeowners over the age of fifty-five.

Equity release products can be broken down into: • Lifetime mortgages • Home reversion schemes The first step in deciding whether equity release is for you is to find a professional financial advisor with specific knowledge and experience. The advisor and lender must both be regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, and the lender should be a member of the Equity Release Council.

Lifetime Mortgage How it works A lifetime mortgage allows you to borrow money against the value of your home, with interest added to the total each month. There are no repayments to meet - you still own your home but the value of it decreases due to the escalating mortgage.

Types of lifetime mortgage Roll-up: interest is added to the loan, which is repaid on death or if you move into care. There are no monthly repayments to make.

Interest-only: you receive a lump sum and pay the interest on a monthly basis. Interest may be

fixed or variable, and the original loan amount is repaid on sale of the house.

Fixed repayment: you take a lump sum from the house, but there are no monthly interest payments to make. A repayment sum is calculated by the lender and agreed with you when the loan is taken out. This fixed amount is repaid on death or if you move to a care home.

Pros • Unlocks the value in your home • Several choices of how the money is taken • Many lenders offer a ‘no negative equity’ guarantee • You can stay in your own home Cons • May affect your eligibility for benefits • Can be expensive in the longterm (there may be other less expensive options) • They are complex financial products which require professional guidance • Reduced inheritance for your beneficiaries

Home Reversion Scheme How it works Home reversion means that you sell all or part of your home to a company, which gives you a cash lump sum for its value, or allows you to take a regular income. Some schemes let you live in your home rent-free, while others charge a reduced rent. This

arrangement continues until you die or move into a care home, at which point the house is sold and the loan repaid.

As with a lifetime mortgage, you’ll be advised to discuss it with your family before proceeding. They need to know where they stand financially, particularly if it will affect their inheritance.

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Home & Interiors How to create romantic style at home plainest of fabrics, and since a little goes a long way there is no need to break the bank to achieve the desired effect.

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Who wouldn’t fall in love with romantic style?

Feminine, delicate and ohso pretty, this is a timeless look that will work in all styles of home, from a bijoux city apartment to a grand country pile, says Katherine Sorrell Make your home a haven from everyday worries with a romantic decorating style that takes you worlds away from the busy bustle of modern life. It’s a look that is eternally charming and appealing, pretty as a picture, soft and dreamy and completely irresistible.

The first ingredient? Sumptuous fabrics, of course. Think lacey trims around the edges of pillowcases, napkins or cushions, or even entire panels

(especially vintage or antique) hung across a window or thrown over a bed. Gorgeous.

Sheers are also perfect for this look. Employ organza, chiffon, tulle, georgette and voile in opulent swathes and gathers, and layer them with crisp cottons and linens for interest and appeal. Since how things feel is just as important as how they look, add some deliciously soft and tactile fabrics such as angora, mohair or cashmere, or perhaps warm and snuggly wool or felt.

Choose floral patterns that look as if they’re worn or faded (definitely not digitally printed or modern in style) – you just can’t beat classics such as roses, hydrangeas, peonies and the like, especially when they’re hand-drawn or blockprinted. Decorative details are important, too: embroidery, borders, ruffles and scalloped edgings will enhance even the

As for furniture, try to steer clear of very dark and heavy pieces, instead opting for simple, country-style or shabby chic furnishings in natural pine or else painted in pale and pretty colours. You may wish to go to town in the bedroom with a canopied or half-tester bed (if you’re on a budget, simply hang generous amounts of hemmed, sheer fabric from a hoop above the bed for a similar effect), combined with blissfully beautiful bed linen: perhaps crisp white cotton edged with drawn threadwork and topped with a vintage chintzy eiderdown or satin quilt. In the living room, opt for a plump and (of course) comfortable sofa, chaise longue or armchair in a traditional style, piled with cushions and bolsters trimmed with lace, embroidery or buttons, while in the kitchen an old-fashioned dresser is just the thing, piled with vintage patterned crockery.

No romantic home would be complete without atmospheric lighting, which is best achieved by combining a variety of light sources – a central chandelier perhaps, together with a selection of wall and table lights, the latter small and graceful rather than large and imposing. If you are in a crafty mood, you could embellish

a plain card or fabric shade by adding a gathered fabric edging, lace trim or ribbon bow.

And don’t forget that twinkly fairy lights and a selection of candles or tea lights (preferably scented) will really add atmosphere to your home.

And speaking of finishing touches, what else can one do to make this look come together flawlessly? In general, choose surface finishes that are shiny and reflective, from mirror to pearl, polished metal to glazed ceramics. Accessorise with fine china teacups and cake stands, delicately etched glassware and bone-handled cutlery. One or two heart-shaped pieces add to the effect – perhaps a lavender bag, mirror, picture frame or soap dish – as will a scattering of small ornaments, from birds and animals to female figures.

Last, but definitely not least, add flowers everywhere possible, in vases and milk bottles, jam jars and other informal containers.

Roses or ranunculas, alliums or asters – informal arrangements of old-fashioned blooms with a lovely scent will be sure to bring romance to any home.

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Five Tips To Feed The Flame

by Kate McLelland Ask any long-established, middle-aged couple how they keep romance alive, and there’s a good chance they will laugh out loud.

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It’s not surprising. All those shared experiences of childrearing, family crises, career upsand-downs and house moves can leave you with a “joined-at-the hip” feeling that’s a million miles away from the attraction to an exotic “other” you felt when you first fell in love.

The number of people aged sixty years and over heading off to the divorce courts (aptly dubbed “Silver Splitters”) has risen by forty five per cent over the last decade and one of the main reasons for this dramatic statistic is that people are now living longer and seeking more from their relationships.

So what is the secret when it comes to keeping love alive?

Here are five key tips to keep your relationship fresh: 1. Challenge yourself and your partner Trying out new pastimes and hobbies or travelling to new places can be great ways to revive a tired relationship, but the key word here is “new”: it’s important to move out of your comfort zone. You’ll be surprised how quickly the spark returns when you do something unexpected or face

a challenge together.

2. Hug more, praise more Have you both fallen out of the habit of touching, hugging and smiling? Giving the odd kiss or word of encouragement? It may be difficult to start hugging and kissing your partner if you don’t usually behave in that way, but begin by looking for small opportunities to offer praise and physical reassurance and gradually build up from there.

With luck – and given enough time - your partner will respond in the same way. If not, then have an honest discussion about why physical contact is important to you.

3. Don’t create your own stereotypes You’re not “mum” and “dad” to each other. Avoid the trap of falling into cosy stereotypes that prevent you from expressing your individuality.

Remember that friends and family may also be reluctant to see you change, so gently assert yourself if you’re feeling under pressure to conform to their expectations.

4. Eavesdrop on your own conversations Listen to yourself as you talk with your partner and make a mental note of any negative conversational habits. Some couples constantly put each

other down, while others know each others’ thoughts so well they tend to finish each others’ sentences.

Neither approach is particularly helpful if you want to refresh your relationship, so if you’re not happy with what you hear, start working out ways to improve your communication.

5. Don’t be afraid of nostalgia There’s no shame in indulging in a little nostalgia. Revisit the music you first listened to together, look at old photographs and go to places that were once important to you both. Enjoy your shared history and think back to the spark that made it all happen.

You’ll need courage and honesty to break down habits that have built up over years. It may take time for the process to work, but it will be worth it in the end. If you can tap into some of the excitement of your youth by discovering new interests and rediscovering old pleasures, there’s every chance you’ll relight a flame that will keep you warm for many years to come.

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Cake and Bake Plum and Almond Tart Served with thick cream, custard or ice cream, this tart makes a delicious warming winter pud. You can use other fruits if plums are not available –try chunks of apples or pears or Armagnacsoaked prunes for a special occasion.

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175g self-raising flour 100g unsalted butter, chilled and diced 50g ground almonds 3 tbsp caster sugar 1 small egg, beaten 50g natural marzipan, chilled and grated • 4 large plums, stones removed and quartered • 2 tbsp flaked almonds, roughly chopped • 2 tbsp Demerara sugar

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Paneer & Mixed Vegetable

Coconut Curry Serves 4

Ready in 45 minutes

This filling vegetable curry can be made with any mix of vegetables you have to hand. Serve with steamed rice or crusty bread and some cooling natural yogurt.

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Bring a pan of water to the boil. Add the carrots and boil for 5 minutes until almost tender adding the cauliflower and broccoli florets for the last 2 minutes. Drain well and set aside.

Ingredients: • 2 small carrots, peeled and • • • • • • • • •

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thinly sliced 100g small cauliflower florets 100g small broccoli florets 1 tbsp vegetable oil 225g paneer cheese, cubed 150g mushrooms, wiped and sliced 1 large onion, peeled and chopped 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed 2cm piece root ginger, peeled and grated 1 red chilli pepper, deseeded and chopped, plus extra sliced chilli to garnish 1 tbsp Thai red curry paste 400ml can coconut milk 150g frozen peas 2 tomatoes, roughly chopped Squeeze of lime juice Fresh oregano leaves, to garnish

Heat the oil in a large deep frying pan over a medium heat. Add the paneer and mushrooms and stir-fry over a high heat for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Add the onion to the pan and fry very gently for about 10 minutes until soft and golden. Add the garlic, ginger and chilli and fry for a further 2-3 minutes then stir in the Thai paste and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Pour in the coconut milk and bring to the boil then reduce the heat and return the paneer and mushrooms to the pan along with the drained vegetables, peas and tomatoes. Stir well and simmer gently for 4-5 minutes. Add the lime juice and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve garnished with sliced red chilli pepper and oregano leaves.

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Paneer is an Indian vegetarian cheese which has a firm texture and goes particularly well with spices and garlic, chilli and ginger. You can use drained and cubed tofu instead, if preferred.

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Large range of local free range fresh meat Lamb from our farm (when in season) Big selection of local cheeses & local dairy produce Range of local wines, beers & ciders Large range of “COOK” frozen ready meals Local ice creams & cakes Café serving light refreshments (Illy coffee) Open 7 days a week Mon to Sat: 9am – 5.00pm Sunday: 10am – 4.00pm Large free car park right outside the door, find us opposite the Camber turning off the A259, 1 mile out of Rye towards Folkestone

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Australia A Magical Land ‘Down Under’ With winter upon us, now is the perfect time to start planning your trip ‘Down Under’ with Southern Cross Travel. Australia is a dream destination for many, and with the exchange rate moving in our favour, a holiday in Australia offers great value for money and memories to last a lifetime.

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For a 3 week holiday, the ‘Aussie Specialists’ at Southern Cross Travel recommend starting on the West Coast in Perth, exploring Rottnest Island and its unique marsupial Quokkas, and driving south to Margaret River. You may like to head north to Ningaloo Reef to see the Whale Sharks, or board the iconic Indian Pacific train, crossing the Nullarbor Plain in style from your

luxurious cabin. Break your journey in the garden city of Adelaide, and explore Kangaroo Island – the perfect opportunity to view Australia’s native wildlife in its natural habitat.

Continue along the coast, stopping at Mount Gambier and the stunning Blue Lake, and onto quaint Robe and Port Fairy, before joining the Great Ocean Road to Apollo Bay. Spend a few nights exploring the coast and photographing the scenery before arriving in beautiful Melbourne. A vibrant, artistic city set on the river, Melbourne is the perfect spot for a few nights rest whilst exploring St. Kilda beach, visiting the Dandenong Ranges and travelling in style on the city’s historic trams. From here, you may like to fly over to Tasmania, or fly up

to Sydney to spend 5 nights enjoying the city and its wonderful views. Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge, take in a show at the Opera House and visit Sydney’s many bays and beaches by ferry. From Sydney, travel north to Cairns to explore the Great Barrier Reef, the Kuranda Railway, and the Daintree Rainforest. Alternatively, if you would like to explore the Indigenous culture of Australia, head inland to the Red Centre, enjoying time in Alice Springs and camping out under the starts at Uluru (Ayers Rock) before flying home to reflect on your wonderful holiday.

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MAKE A NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION Help a Child Discover the Joy of Reading Reading is essential in today’s world.

Unfortunately many children struggle to learn to read for all sorts of reasons – one in seven children in England left primary school last year behind in their reading and one in six adults in the UK has a reading level below that expected of an eleven-year-old.

community. Why not make this your resolution this year?

No previous experience is required as full training and support will be provided throughout your time with us. Volunteers are needed in this area as well as right across Kent. To find out more, please call the Ashford office on 01233 637645 or the Maidstone office on 01622 662026 or email us at kent@beanstalkcharity.org.uk.

To see more information you can visit www. beanstalkcharity.org.uk ~ Thank You

Beanstalk is a national charity that gives oneto-one literacy support to children in primary schools in Kent who have fallen behind with their reading.

Each Beanstalk reading helper works with three children for a year, spending half an hour individually, twice each week. The sessions are relaxed and fun – chatting, playing games to build confidence and reading together.

By becoming a reading helper, you’ll give a child the one-to-one attention they need to build their confidence and help them catch up with their reading. You’ll give them a chance to learn at their own pace and adapt your sessions to suit them.

Volunteering as a Beanstalk reading helper is extremely rewarding, makes a lasting difference to children’s lives and is a great way to give something back to your local Please Mention The

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L i v e Ja z z What’s On December

T h e Fo l k e s t o n e J a z z C l u b A t T h e To w e r To B o o k C a l l : 0 1 3 0 3 2 7 7 1 7 5 December 4th SPECIAL NIGHT SPECIAL PRICE £12 A NIGHT TO REMEMBER IT’S TIME TO START THE CHRISTMAS SPECIALS MONTH & WHAT A MONTH IT IS & WHAT A WAY TO START It’s BIG BAND Time at The FJC with one of the finest outfits in the country.Playing the great music of Ellington -Basie - & Dorsey etc Every musician a top star in his own right. They are all hand picked from this countries BEST BIG BANDS ie BBC - John Wilson -Syd Lawrence etc We had to wait for Matt Skelton & others to finish playing at (R.A.H) to get these guys. THE SKELTON / SKINNER ALL STAR 7 . MATT SKELTON Drums - One of the UKs finest & much sought after in all forms of music COLIN SKINNER Alto Sax & Co Leader- Probably the finest leader of any Big Band sax section ROBERT FOWLER Tenor Sax -The smoothest of tenors.

Leader of The Gerry Mulligan Big Band MARK NIGHTINGALE Trombone - Multi Brit Jazz Award Winner - Ex NYJO - BBC Big Band -- UKs No1 GEORGE HOGG Trumpet - Great musician with a first class honours degree from The Royal Acc Music ROB BARRON Piano Well established jazzn man -A truly world class musician- - often compared to Horace Silver. CALUM GOURLAY Double Bass Another degree guy from the RAM-A double bassist beyond his years ( Herald ) December 11th 8 30pm £10 Continuing in the Big Band mode its Britians favourite Big Band Singer. Travelling all the way up from his home in South Wales for this Special Gig at The FJC. JEFF HOOPER The long term number one vocalist with the famous Syd Lawrence Orchestra - Now has his own Big Band. Jeff is also a great solo performer with his own trio - He spends a lot of time entertaining on the top end quality cruise ships throughout the world & at all the UKs famous Jazz haunts - He was such a success on his last visit to The FJC - he had to return.

JOHN PEARCE piano None better - ask Scott Hamilton- PAUL MORGAN double bass This is our privilege -NEIL BULLOCK drums The driver Full Info & Hi Res Photos www.jeffhooper.co.uk December 16th 8 30pm £10 TUESDAY THE ONLY BAND FOR THE CHRISTMAS EVENT THE COLROSE 7. This will be a great fun night for everyone- with wizzers & whistles ( & that’s only the band ) Fresh Mince Pies ( not last years ) & the big Christmas Raffle - plus some great music for all to enjoy IT’S FUN TIME MUSIC FOR EVERYONE

Friday 6th February - Weald U3A – Come and be entertained by Bernard Locketts presentation ‘ The Musical Theatre of Gilbert and Sullivan’, on at The Zion Baptist Church, High Street Tenterden, TN30 6BB at 2.30 p.m. “Gilbert &Sullivan – England’s cultural theatrical heritage”, (£3 entry). The Weald U3A is for the dynamic over-50s, there is a wide choice of interest groups. These groups aim to provide leisure, creative and educational opportunities in friendly sociable surroundings. Please see our website www.u3asites. org.uk/weald or contact Roger Berman, 01233 850859, email: rogroger@tiscali.co.uk

Monday 9th February - Ashford Music Society presents THE THORNE TRIO, Ilid Jones (oboe), Esther Sheridan (clarinet), and Alexandra Callanan (bassoon).

The Thorne Trio is an established wind group formed in 1999, comprising graduates of the Royal College of Music.The Trio has won a number of awards which included the Anglo-Czech Music Competition. As a result, they travelled to Prague where they gave a recital in the Martinu Hall at the Liechtenstein Palace.

When they come to Ashford they will be performing a very varied and interesting programme of music for wind instruments. Venue: The Norton Knatchbull School, Hythe Road, Ashford, TN24 0QJ Time: 7.30 p.m. Tickets: £12 (Adults) and £3 (Students) Contact: Brenda McCormack on 01233 622971 or Hilary Pittock on 01233 623700.

Thursday 12th February - Tenterden and District National Trust Association St Mildred’s Church Hall, Church Road, Tenterden. 2.30 pm“The Grevilles of Polesden Lacey” Heather Woodward Visitors welcome. Further information 01580 764791.

Saturday 14th February - St Mildred’S Church at 7:30pm the Merry Opera company returns to us with a terrific cast of talented young singers to present “The Barber of Seville”. To add to the celebrations, the Woolpack and Lemon Tree, both in the High Street near the Church, are offering pre-performance meals from 5:00pm. Book your meals directly from each restaurant.

Tickets £17.50 each can be brought from the box office at Smith’s Florist on the High Street, Tenterden, or by emailing friendsofstmildreds@gmail.com

Wednesday 18th February - The Weald of Kent Computer Club will meet on in Biddenden New Village Hall at 7.30 pm. This evening there will be a talk on the production of Posters and Leaflets.

Annual membership is £10.00. Non-members are welcome £2 a visit, but their first visit is free. Full details: www.wealdofkentcomputerclub.co.uk/.

Enquiries: secretarywkcc@yahoo.co.uk

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The Crown Inn Stone in Oxney The Crown Inn, Stone in Oxney is about to begin the culinary journey for 2015, opening for business after annual leave on Friday 30th January at 6pm. The final months of 2014 saw the arrival of the first Michelin award for the bistro, an award not yet commonplace in the area, something the Crown team are most proud of. The year ahead looks bright; a new website, a fresh coat of paint and some great menus!

The team are preparing to tantalise the tastebuds with a host of both established and new dishes for the February menu. A warm welcome is assured at both lunch and dinner service with two open log fires and comfortable furnishings. The fresh Bistro style approach is the perfect for meals with friends, family and loved ones (Valentine’s Day is only a heartbeat away) and ample staffing mean that you will be well looked after throughout your stay at The Crown Inn. Highbury Hall Craft Market 2015 Dates: Saturday 14th Feb 14th March 11th April 9th May 13th June 11th July 8th August 12th September 10th October 14th November 12th December 2015 Highbury Hall Craft Market features a wide range of Arts & Crafts from local artists,craftsmen and producers. With free admission and Cafe open all day,we have something for everyone. All profits from organising the event go to Tenterden Youth Club,registered Charity No.302859. Contact 07956295076 for details Events continued on page 26...

Aside from the great dining experience there are two delightful Bed & Breakfast rooms above the Bistro, one double and one twin room, both ensuite with large showers and spacious bathrooms. The crisp, white linen is enough to tempt even the most hardened insomniacs!

Flexible stays are available throughout the year and discounts are offered for longer or regular visits.

There are some exciting events being planned for 2015, cuisine from all over the world is to be celebrated at this great venue. The very experienced, self-taught chef, Nicki Conrath, will be reinventing her menus alongside her team, each and every month to bring the very best produce to life. Nicki and Chris are the perfect hosts and welcome any private event or family occasion at The Crown Inn, please do call in for an informal chat, you will be amazed what is possible!

Tel: 01233 758 302 www.thecrowninnstoneinocney.co.uk

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EVENTS CONTINUED...

Wednesday 25th February- The Biddenden Horticultural Society meets in the Village Hall (7:15pm for 7:30pm start). Alison Marsden will be giving a talk on “All Year Round Colour for your Garden”. You will also be able to discuss and ask questions during the talk whilst it is still fresh in your mind.

Contact Irene on 01580291777 or Lesley on 01580291931.

Members £1.50, Non Members £2.50.

Annual membership £5. New members always welcome.

Tenterden Spiritualst Centre reopened on 10th January at Highbury Hall. Highbury Lane. 6.30pm.

Service & Clairvoyance.

Saturday 28th February Tenterden Book Fair Highbury Hall, Highbury Lane, Tenterden TN30 6LE. Enquiries: Barry Wiliams -1634 235484 barryjean. williams@btinternet.com.

Back by popular demand, the Rainbow Ride and Stride will be taking place for the 2nd year running!

For most the return to school and work has now happened, and the clearing up of Christmas is all over. But one question often remains; what can be done with those gifts received that will probably never get used?

Join us for a springtime cycle ride, dog walk or ramble along the scenic Great Stour Way from the Pilgrims Hospice in Canterbury to Chartham village hall and back. The route is a total of 8 miles long, however people are encouraged to take part in as little or as much as they would like! Decorate yourself, your dog, your bike, scooter or pushchair in your brightest rainbow colours- with prizes being given for the best fancy dress.

Pilgrims Hospices can help you here.. There are many unused gifts which will languish forlorn and forgotten at the bottom of the wardrobe or in the back of the cupboard. Pilgrims are asking you to bring them into any of their drop off points and put them in one of their distinctive Gift It Again boxes.

Pilgrims Hospices Rainbow Ride and Stride

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Pilgrims Hospices Launch Gift It Again 2015

Refreshments and cake will be served at Chartham, and don’t forget to put your hand print on the wall to show you’ve finished!

This is an event for everyone; families, friends, children and dogs.

We want to see everybody there in every colour of the rainbow; red and yellow and pink and green, purple and orange and blue!

For further details see www.pilgrimshospices.org Event details: Sunday 22nd March 2015- 10.30am £5 in advance, £7 on the day Contact: rosie.bell@pilgrimshospices.org 01227 812621

Pilgrims Ros Sawyers who helps to coordinate the Gift It Again appeal, explained why these donations are so valuable to the charity: “We are invited to many fairs, sales and other events to fundraise. Our experience is that every body likes a chance to win something so these gifts are used as the prizes for very large tombolas, raffles and auctions.

“We can make good use of anything you do not have a home for. Every gift we receive goes towards making a valuable contribution to Pilgrims Fundraising for 2015.

To support the campaign bring any unused items to Pilgrims Hospice Ashford and leave in the Gift It Again box at reception. As the year progresses,

new boxes may appear in places local to you, so you can ring your local fundraising office to find out where your nearest box is.

In Ashford you can drop them into the large Perspex box in County Square outside BHS. Currently there are boxes in B & Q Ashford, and Sainsbury’s Hythe.

For more information call the Pilgrims Hospices Ashford Fundraising office on 01233 504111.

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We are looking for people who are motivated by caring for others and could open their home to offer: • day support • short breaks • longer-term support to adults who could be living with a range of support needs, including learning or physical disabilities, autism or dementia.

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CLUBS & SOCIETIES Tenterden Tenterden Duplicate Bridge Club. Contact Sue Rolles 01797 252753.

Sinden Theatre Contact Homewood School 01580 764222 Ext 284 www.sindentheatre.com St. Michaels Short Mat Bowls Club Tel. 01580 762037 Friday Evenings 7.15pm St. Michaels Village Hall.

Tenterden & District Residents Association - looking after the interests of locals - Membership Secretary Mike Lyons (01580 765423)

Tenterden National Trust Assoc Ann Stevens 01580 764791

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Rotary Club Of Tenterden Chris Northen 01233 851020 www.rotary1120.org/tenterden Tenterden Singers T: Martin Bailey 01233 820322 Rehearsals on Tuesday evenings 8pm in the Music Block of Homewood School. Musical Director: Stephen Pusey Ashford Ramblers www.ashford-ramblers.org.uk T: 01233 668762 The Tenterden Club Church Road, Tenterden T: 01580 762888 Tenterden & District Assn.

Angling & Preservation Paul Locks: 01580 292201 e:plocks578@btinternet.com Tenterden Badminton Club T: 01233 633488 Bowls Club T: 01580 766659 Tenterden Cricket Club T: Mr. J.r. Gillett, 01580 762087 Tenterden Golf Club T: 01580 763987 enquiries@ tenterdengolfclub.co.uk

Tenterden Tennis Club T: 01580 762580 Lions Club Of Tenterden David Walshe T: 01580 766162 Homewood Badminton Club Tuesday Evenings At Tenterden Leisure Centre. Contact Doreen Mackey 01580 762965 Free Lipreading Tuition for the hearing impaired; Friday afternoons, Tenterden. Contact Susan 01233 613198 (5 - 7pm) Tenterden & District Horticultural Soc. T: 01580 764505 Tenterden & District Local History Society T: 01233 770082 Tenterden & District Museum Assoc. Tenterden Museum T: 01580 764310 Tenterdenmuseum@yahoo.co.uk

TheWarblers Mr. Tony Singleton T: 01580 753431 www.tonysing.me.uk/mw/ Homewood & District Astronomical Assoc. (Hadas) www.hadastro.org.uk Meets 2nd Thurs of each month, 7.30pm, Homewood School. Martin Frey: 01233 758222 Royal British Legion. 2nd Tuesday of every month (except Jan, Aug & Dec) 7.30pm White Lion Hotel. Call Bill Chantler. 01580 763 266.

Women’s Institute: Tenterden: Mrs A Miller, 01580 761994 St. Michaels: Mrs B. Watkins 01580 765085 Tenterden Glebe: Ann King 01580 291844 (Secretary) Young Wives: St. Michaels Mrs. J. Coombs 01580 763733 Tenterden and District Twinning Association, (twinned with Avallon, France) Contact Jean Anderson 01580 763459 jean.anderson1@mypostoffice.co.uk

Tenterden Day Centre, Church Road, Tenterden. Contact Sally Pettengell 01580 762882

Weald Of Kent Art Group Alison Prall Tel: 01580 240417 Benenden Players www.benendenplayers.co.uk Tenterden Operatic & Dramatic Society Mrs. A. Patrick 01580 241966 www.tods.me.uk Tenterden U3A If you are not in work with time to spare, the U3A offers you leisure activities and an opportunity to meet likeminded people in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere Contact Doreen Healey 01580 765064 E: doreenhealey@hotmail.co.uk Weald U3A - For the dynamic over-50s, there are a wide choice of interest groups.

Please see our website www. u3asites.org.uk/weald or contact Roger Berman, 01233 850859, email: rogroger@ tiscali.co.uk Tenterden Youth Club Alan Sugden Tel: 01580 765531 St Michaels Village Community Group Meet once a month, please check our website for event information and details of our next meeting www. stmichaelsvillage.com Parkinson’s UK, Ashford Branch.

Meets 1st Wednesday of every month at Godinton Village Hall, Loudon Way, Ashford. For information call Mike Wharrad – 01233 623530 Tenterden Active Retirement Association (TenARA) Nicky Tredway T: 01580 762112 nickytredway@msn.com Teri Witcher 01580 763892 teriwtent@btinternet.com Tenterden Spiritualist Centre Highbury Hall. Highbury Lane.

TN30 6LE, every Sat evening, from 6.30pm all are welcomed.

Contact David Burgess 01233 756127 davidburgess127@ btinternet.com Tenterden & District National Trust Association Membership: Ann Stevens 01580 764791 Tenterden Ukulele Club.

Open to all ages and levels.

Contact Darren 07718 134 404. dcollins40@hotmail.co.uk

Events are FREE of charge to advertise, please send them to: events@thevillagedirectory.co.uk

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Find us on Facebook and if you like what you see please like us or pop in and have a look around.

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Tenterden Cycling Club For Tenterden & St Michaels & surrounding areas. Suitable for all abilities. Contact Ian McCormick by email or text, email preferred TN30CC - Cycling Club. Email: tn30cc@sky.com, T/txt, 07724 141115.

Check us out here: www.tn30cc. blogspot.co.uk Tenterden Bowls Club Recreation Ground Road. Come join our 100 yr old outdoor club in Tenterden.

Fresh air, gentle exercise, good company, new friends, good fun for 8 to 80+ year olds.

Yoga Wed eve 8.00pm -9.15 pm. in the Dance studio at Homewood School (block d).

All abilities welcome £6.00 per session. contact Sue Wainwright 01622 890746 mob.

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PILATES. Tenterden Mondays 9.30am, Wednesdays 9.00am.

Mixed ability classes. Body Control Qualified Instructor.

Contact Liz 07958 708874 or email: lizsims.pilates@gmail.com

Rye Rye Bowls Club Whether you are young , of more mature years, experienced or just looking to learn something new Rye Bowls Club is the place for you. Situated on the “Fair Salts” in Fishmarket Road, this friendly club offers both “competitive” and “fun” bowling.

Open daily to members 10.00am to 8.00pm from the end of April to end of September.

Rye, a lovely town to visit for all ages!

A warm welcome awaits you so why not come along and give us a try.

Further details please contact Club Captain Rosemarie Crouch Tel. 01424 814453 Inner Wheel of Rye and Meetings and Winchelsea Membership 01797 224718 Rye and District U3A We meet monthly on the third Monday of every month at 2pm at Rye Community Centre. We have 27 different interest groups meeting at different times throughout the month and are always open to new suggestions and ideas.

New members welcome - come and join us to share a range of educational, creative and leisure activities. For more information visit our website on www. u3asites.org.uk/rye or telephone Sheila on 01797 224339 or June on 01797 226380 Rye Harbour Sailing Club membership is open to everyone who is interested in cruiser or dinghy sailing on tidal waters.

Contact Richard Hopper Membership Secretary for full details. Phone 01797 222291, email richard@richardhopper. plus.com or visit our website www.rhsc.org.uk

Rother Meads Tennis & Games Club Rye Tennis Club (8 grass courts and 3 hard courts) Tennis and coaching for adults and juniors all year round.

Rye Squash Club (2 squash courts, also used for racquet ball) Rye Table Tennis Club weekly

sessions Tues from 6.00 pm Rye Croquet Club (weekly sessions on Sun & Tues

Romney Marsh Bridge Club (up to 12 tables); weekly sessions on Wednesdays. Separate groups for experienced players and beginners.

Gymnasium (6 exercise machines) Large Clubhouse (2 bars, changing rooms, catering facilities, etc) All the above sports stage tournaments and other sporting/social events take place every year. www.ryetennisandsquashclub. org.uk.

Village Halls Camber 01797 226887 St. Michaels 01580 766811 Stone in Oxney 01233 758362 Rolvenden 01580 241211 / 07874214916 Wittersham 01797 270316 Biddenden 01580 291320 2nd Tenterden Scout Hall Lisa Thornton 07710 346012 lisa_thornton_3@msn.com Rye Harbour 01797 223 631 Playden 01797 223 113 Highbury Hall Tenterden Bookings 01580 763692

Church Halls Tenterden Methodist Church Mrs S.Delgarno 01580 764981 St. Mildred’s and the Glebe Hall Anne Alexander 07873 579581

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health & beauty

Beauty Look Younger for Longer - Look after Your Neck and Hands On the subject of daily routines, whilst a regular moisturiser is fine for those looking to prevent rather than cure, if your neck is already heavily lined, you’ll need something stronger. Furthermore your neck requires a different formulation to reverse the signs of ageing than your face, so it’s important to use products specifically designed for the neck, which are generally more concentrated and powerful.

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When it comes to looking younger, we all seem to focus our attention on our face yet overlook our neck and hands, even though it’s these areas that tend to age the fastest.

Eating a healthy diet is key to looking younger too, as foods rich in anti-oxidants and Omega-3 acids have been shown to help skin rejuvenation by boosting collagen production - something that declines as we age.

So it’s time to start taking notice of these neglected areas to ensure that you look younger for longer.

Smoking is not only bad for your health, but it damages collagen and the constant squinting and lip pursing whilst smoking causes lines to form quickly. It’s no surprise then, that the delicate skin under your chin is damaged as a result.

Your Neck

Your Hands

The skin on your neck is thin compared to the rest of the body, it also has fewer oil glands and can easily become dehydrated.

So given that, it’s as important to moisturise your neck as your face, and to extend the application of your daily sunscreen to this area too.

They say that you can tell a women’s age by her hands, so it really is important to look after yours.

Remember to exfoliate your skin regularly - both on your face and neck - as this removes dead skin cells, brightens your skin and improves absorption of your moisturiser.

Winter weather, central heating, contact with water and the use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers all serve to dry out the skin, making your hands look older than they are and feel rough to the touch.

If the skin on your hands is suffering you can be sure that your nails will be too. Nails need extra attention during the winter months and if they are dry,

peeling and brittle this is a sign that you need to treat your talons to some serious TLC. Limit the exposure your hands and nails have to the elements by always wearing gloves whenever you step outside in cold weather.

The same goes for washing up or any activity where your hands are submerged in water; always keep a pair of rubber gloves nearby.

Invest in a pair of moisture gloves.

Apply an intensive hand cream every night, before bed, and then put the moisture gloves on overnight. You’ll wake up with beautifully soft hands in the morning.

Each time you wash your hands, dry them thoroughly and then apply a hand and nail cream same goes for when you have used a hand sanitizer. Make sure you rub the product in thoroughly and don’t forget to coat your cuticles and nails too.

Keep your nails long and strong by applying cuticle oil every night.

Use a strengthening treatment to help protect your nails from the elements and to give them extra strength.

And for a real treat, head to the beauty salon and get a manicure.

You’ll feel a lot more enthused about keeping your professionally pampered hands in tip-top condition when they’re looking gorgeous.

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Located just outside Ashford our home from home beauty retreat offers a relaxed, professional approach in an environment where you can relax and we meet your needs.

Relaxation Day Packages, Organic Facials, Hot Stone Massage, Swedish Massage.

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Foot Health Professional Anna Baker (MCFHP, MAFHP)

Waxing, Eye Treatments & Advanced Beauty Procedures. (Please see our website for all we offer)

Do you suffer from corns, callus, toe nail conditions, etc ?

I treat most foot conditions relieving pain and leaving your feet fresh and happy for walking.

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by Ian Ludlow at LPA Services The current UK population is living longer than any generation that has gone before.

This phenomenon is causing us all to re-think our lives.

My name is Ian Ludlow and I was born in 1953 and my life expectancy at that time was 76 years; in 2015 it is now 83 and I haven’t done anything to deserve an extended period of life on this planet or prepare for this from a wealth or health viewpoint.

TRANSITIONS at LPA Services Brogdale Farm Office Brogdale Farm Brogdale Road Faversham Kent ME13 8XZ

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My pension payments will be reduced by the Assurance Company Actuaries to cover the longer life expectancy and the NHS do not have the resources to cover any long term health issues I might experience.

This all seems to have crept up on us over the last 15 years and I will admit I was not the first in the queue to make the necessary adjustments to cater for these changes… were you?

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No matter what generation you belong to, it’s time to make life affecting transitions to help ourselves and our families.

I believe every family should have the means and resources available to them to look after individual members who need care and support in their later life and when it matters most.

So, what kind of transitions should we all consider to ensure family members have a life of dignity, respect and a sense of selfsufficiency both emotionally and financially?

I have spent many years investigating the key health and financial elements we can all address to prepare ourselves and our family for the transitions needed to cater for this new world of longer life.

My approach is holistic as well as practical; changing one element alone does not solve all the issues that are likely to be encountered.

This has meant activities such as becoming a Dementia Friend; arranging health and financial Powers of Attorney; safeguarding the family home by changing the way it is owned; assessing all safety aspects for

email: info@lpaservices.co.uk www.lpaservices.co.uk elderly family members who wish to stay in the family home… especially if they are on their own; and many more.

You may have put one of these elements in place already but without a full overview and assessment of all aspects you may be leaving yourself and your family vulnerable to external influences that can easily reduce the quality and standard of living you have spent so much of your life working towards.

In 2008 my wife and I started our business which is based in the historic town of Faversham and specialises in helping families to counter the issues caused by the fact that we are all living longer.

We have first hand experience of helping our own parents in various ways to take away the burden and worry they feel when trying to deal with legal, financial, health and technical issues.

To find out how we achieve this and for more information, please call Ian or Jo Ludlow on 01795 503 184 or email us at info@lpaservices.co.uk

of the call is reduce the clients’ loneliness and provides them with an opportunity to talk about whatever they want without feeling uncomfortable and it is ideal for clients who don’t want someone in their home but are still lonely or require additional support.

Caring All Together on Romney Marsh (CARM) is a registered charity providing support to older people. Their aim is to reduce social isolation and enhance the well-being of older people in our community. Services are delivered by a team of over 100 dedicated volunteers: Meeting Points are coffee mornings with a little extra – people meet for chats, drinks, games and outings. Our Memories Matter delivers reminiscence sessions to those in care settings and Befriending matches isolated clients with volunteer visitors for company and socialising.

The staff team are building on these successes and launching a range of services to help even more isolated people.

Telephone Befriending links clients with volunteers for a weekly phone call. The purpose

Pengelly & Rylands FAMILY SOLICITORS For friendly advice in times of need • Family, Children & Divorce (Fixed Fee appointments available) • Elderly Client Care • House Sales & Purchases • Equity Release • Wills & Probate • Commercial

Please call us on 01580 762248 39/41 High Street, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6BJ www.pengelly-rylands.co.uk

Group Befriending is aimed at those who prefer a small social get-together rather than one to one. A volunteer facilitator drives members to one of the clients’ home on a monthly basis for socialisation. This is fantastic for those looking to establish those informal networks that are often lost with the loss of mobility and onset of poor health.

Family Connect is a project using computers to connect people with friends and family who they can no longer visit. Equipment and support is provided by a co-ordinator and new userfriendly technologies allow easy messaging and video calling with loved ones.

Emma Wiltshire, Development Co-ordinator of CARM said ‘We know through research, both locally and nationally, that there are a great deal of lonely people in our community. We hope our new services will help enhance people’s well-being through social contact’.

CARM are always looking for volunteers and are open to referrals for all of their services so if you, or someone you know wants to know more please contact their office. Call 01233 758122 or email office@carmromneymarsh.org.uk.

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Call us today for a no obligation quote on 0800 1214921 or email us, info@abbywaters.co.uk Abby Waters is the landlords choice for Property Management and Maintenance in and around Kent and Sussex, so why not use the company that the Landlords trust.

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Puzzle Time

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Using only the letters in the Wordwheel, you have ten minutes to find as many words as possible, none of which may be plurals, foreign words or proper nouns. Each word must be of three letters or more, all must contain the central letter and letters can only be used once in every word. There is at least one word that uses all of the letters in the wheel.

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3 x 3 box contains the digits 1 through 9, with no repetition! That’s all there is to it, you solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic there’s no maths involved and no adding up.

It’s fun. It’s challenging. It’s addictive!

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Oil Heating & Oil Cookers R-OAK Services M. Oakley & O.Stanley - Oil-fired Specialists Breakdowns & Servicing • Boiler Installation • Power Flushing AGA, Rayburn, Alpha, Stanley, Worcester, Tel: 01233 770138 www.ohoc.co.uk Grant, Boulter, Potterton, Trianco and more...

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useful information Emergency 999 Police Neighbhd Team Ashford & Tenterden 101 Rye 0845 60 70 999 Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 Out of Hours Doctor 0845 4349655 William Harvey Hospital 01233 633331 Conquest Hospital, Hastings 01424 755255 Samaritans 08457 90 90 90 www.samaritans.org Electricity: Southern Electric EDF Energy Gas: Natural LPG

0845 770 8090 0800 783 8866 0800 111 999 Details on tank

Doctors Surgery Ivy Court, Tenterden 01580 763666 East Cross Health Clinic 01580 262 000 Rye Medical Centre 01797 223333 Tenterden Counselling Service Confidential Tel: 0776 968 3347 www.tenterdencounselling.org.uk

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Veterinary Practices Rye 01797 222265 Tenterden 01580 763309 Rye Town Council 01797 223902 Tenterden Town Council 01580 762271 Parish Councils: Rolvenden 01580 241347 Tenterden 01580 762271 Wittersham 07944 183798 Ashford Borough Council

Puzzle Solutions

Ashford Gateway Plus Tel: 01233 331111 Tenterden Gateway Tel: 0845 8247 202 Citizens Advice Bureau 01233 626185 Homewood School & Sixth Form Centre 01580 764222 Rye Primary School 01797 222825 Rye College 01797 222545 Kent Adult Education Homewood Centre, Homewood School: 01580 764356 Rye College: 01797 222545 Tenterden National Trust Assoc Ann Stevens 01580 764791 Rotary Club Of Tenterden Chris Northen 01233 851020 www.rotary1120.org/tenterden Rye & Winchelsea Rotary Club Membership: 01797 225739 Meetings: 01797 226380 Tenterden & District Residents’ Assoc. Chris Mason 01580 765199 www.tdra.org.uk Iden & Playden Garden Society Tel: Morris Metcalf 01797 280205 Rye Tourist Information Centre www.visitrye.co.uk 01797 229049 Sinden Theatre (Arts College) 01580 763826 www.sindentheatre.biz info@sindentheatre.biz

Tenterden Charities Michael Wells 01580 762353 Volunteer Bureau Town Hall, 24 High Street. Tenterden, Tn30 6an 01580 765819 Rother Voluntary Action 01797 229600 Age Concern 01580 764158 CARM 01233 758122 Carmromneymarsh@supanet.com www.carmromneymarsh.org.uk Parkinson’s UK, Ashford Branch Contact Mike Wharrad 01233 623520 East Kent Strokes 01233 840448

www.eastkentstrokes.org St. John Ambulance Brigade Russel Parkin 01580 766245 Royal British Legion Neil Beaven e: neilbeaven@aol.com Tel: 01580766880 Women’s Section: N. Holman 01580 762302 S E Kent Multiple Sclerosis Soc.

mssoutheast@gmail.com

07767 326138 Tenterden Active Retirement (Tenara) Chair: Teri Witcher 01580 763892 E:Teriwtent@btinternet.com Tenterden Disabled In Action Tenterden Day Centre 01580 761060 e: Tdiatenterden@tiscali.co.uk NSPCC: Tenterden & District Charities Mrs J Coombs 01580 763733 Tenterden Alcoholics Anonymous We hold three weekly meetings in Pregnancy Sickness Support West View Care Centre on Tuesday Kent and Sussex www.pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk/ and Friday evenings and one on T: Denise Clifford Saturday mornings deniseclifford@btinternet.com

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