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Welcome to the July Issue. As I mentioned earlier in the year, The Village Directory is 10 years old this year and this month marks its 10th birthday. It was back in June 2005 that I sent the July Issue for Aldington off to the printer and then sat down to ponder what the outcome might be. An article in this month’s magazine talks about re-inventing yourself, which thinking back, was exactly what I did. Giving up a good job in London after 20 years to become a full time “local” publisher. I had no publishing in my background whatsoever, I was inspired by a lady that had done the same thing and a longing to spend more time with my family. It was scary and unbelievably hard work (it still is at times), but the decision paid off. For anyone considering a re-invention, my advice would be to plan it carefully and be prepared to stick at it, success doesn’t come over night. It took a full year before I began to see real progress. I’m not one for taking big risks, I ran the magazine alongside my London job for 6 months before taking that leap of faith and commiting full time. Working for yourself is hard work, stressful and doesn’t suit everyone. I don’t have the benefit of sick pay or holiday pay, in fact holidays can be few and far between, but for me it’s all been worth it and long may it continue! On behalf of myself and every fledgling business promoted through the magazine I would like to thank you all for your continued support. Until next time, have a great month!
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Keeping Healthy in the Sun by Pippa Greenwood
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There is something lovely about this part of the summer. The veg plot tends to be in overdrive and there are some delicious fruits cropping too. But sometimes your beloved flower beds and borders, pots and planters can be looking ever-so-slightly sorry for themselves. There is often a distinct mid-summerflop. You planted up your flower beds and numerous pots and containers to make them look good but how can you keep them looking on top form for as long as possible? Regular feeding is essential, particularly for anything growing in a container. Often crammed into a fairly small space and with compost whose fertiliser content is pretty well used up after a few weeks, by July plants in pots can be close to starving if you’ve not fed them regularly. At this time of year I would still feed herbaceous perennials and annuals growing in open ground too, but I suggest you resist the temptation to feed shrubs as these could be encouraged to put on new growth which will not be toughened up enough by the time winter comes; this late growth is then very prone to frost damage. A tomato
feed with a high potash level works well for anything that you grow primarily for the flowers so every time you feed your tomatoes make up a bit of extra feed and pop it onto flowering plants. I tend to buy concentrated tomato food by the mini-tanker full as this works out much more economical! Make sure that everything is deadheaded regularly, both the faded flowers and if necessary remove the flower stem too. On soft stemmed plants you may be able to make to do it using your thumb nail, but a pair of sharp scissors or similar often makes for the quickest, neatest and least messy job. Do this as soon as the flower starts to deteriorate so that no energy whatsoever is used to form seed heads and it will make a huge difference to the performance you see the plants put on over the next few weeks. I am a great believer in the ‘hair cut’ approach where perennials are given a trim using scissors or shears as soon as their flowering period is over. Do this promptly and follow it with a good feed and you can often encourage a second, later flush of flowers too.
If plants have become a little too tall or there has been a lot of rainfall they can literally flop over, clogging up the lawn on borders next to the grass, and generally looking a real mess. This is easily solved if you check that stakes and other supports are still doing their job and re-position them if necessary, taking care not to snap any flower stems in the process. You may even find that you need to add a bit of extra support or tie in a few of the taller or more wayward stems – the foamcovered wire works really well for this. At this time of year many flowers succumb to common diseases. This is how to deal with them: Powdery mildew: keep the plant well watered at the base but avoid wetting the leaves and spray with a suitable fungicide if necessary Aphids: remove with a strong jet of water, introduce ladybirds or spray with an insecticide Leaf spots: just pick off the worst affected leaves Rusts: pick off the worst affected leaves, try to keep the foliage dry and spray with a
suitable insecticide Caterpillars: pick off by hand or spray with a suitable biological or chemical control Keeping on top of these small problems is essential - regular checks should allow you to take prompt action, so avoiding too much damage occurring and often meaning that you do not even need to spray. Weeds tend to be growing rapidly too, so try to remove these as they make for a lot of competition for water, food and even light. Pulling them out or hoeing them off when they are still fairly small is a much easier and more efficient way to deal with them than trying to pull out a massive, long-rooted triffid that has already done a lot of damage.
If the weather is dry, regular watering will also help to keep your flower beds and containers looking their best. To minimise water wastage and the risk of those delicate petals becoming scorched, I suggest that you should only water in the evening or, if this is not possible, very early in the morning. A less frequent but thorough drenching is a lot more beneficial than very frequent but light waterings.
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ello everyone, Mowgli here. Summer at last! Hope you are all enjoying it. Ebony and I are making the most of it and sunbathing inside the French windows in the bedroom. Bliss to curl up in a sunny patch. We have actually had an interesting time looking out of the French windows- there has been a wren nesting in the wisteria and 3 tiny wrens took their first flight this week. Clive and Jane watched them with us and we all got a bit excited. I frankly thought they looked quite interesting to play with and was trying to encourage them to come inside. Clive was worried about them as they weren’t that good at flying and they kept landing in fairly daft places. After quite a few scary moments they all made it back into the wisteria and the mother wren stopped flying around and looked exhausted. I think Jane sympathised with her!
you that everything else will be the same- 20 minute appointments with plenty of time to chat (Clive tells me most vets have only 10 minute slots. Can you imagine Clive managing that? He talks far too much! If I ever have to go to the vet I am demanding at least 20 minutes attention if not more- just to admire my spots, stripes and beautiful blue eyes if nothing more…….).
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lso this week a lovely dog was brought into the clinic as a stray. He didn’t have a microchip so he is now being looked after at Lord Whisky. We really hope his owner finds him but please remember- microchip your pets and keep the details updated! I was microchipped as a baby and even though I moaned at the time (and got some treats out of it) it really isn’t bad!
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You don’t have to live in a 250-year-old house to enjoy the timeless elegance of Georgian style. Refined and uncluttered, its symmetry, proportion and classicism looks good in all kinds of homes, says Katherine Sorrell
By Katherine Sorrell
Did you know that it was the Georgians who made us modern? During the century or so following the ascent of George I in 1714, our towns and cities, homes and gardens, and even our leisure time were transformed, and the inexorable rise of popular culture began. Perhaps it is part of a trend away from pared-down minimalism in favour of bolder colours, decorative surfaces and more intricate shapes, or perhaps it is simply the appeal of classic elegance – either way, it is not surprising that we find Georgian life and times, and especially its architecture and interiors, utterly fascinating. But what was Georgian style? In an era that lasted more than a century, there were inevitably a variety of fashions, starting with the drama and lavishness of the Baroque, then the symmetry and order of Palladianism, then into the delicate, scrolling lines of Rococo, and finally the neo-Classical and Greek Revival styles. But according
to V&A curator Julius Bryant: ‘The prevailing mood of the period is one of classical revival, of symmetry, order, balance, space and calm – in contrast to Victorian clutter. The centrepiece of a room would be a fireplace with a prominent mantelpiece, and then lovely floorboards, Turkish rugs, and furniture made from walnut and mahogany, with carved edges, stable and strong.’ This was, of course, the age of the master cabinet-maker: famous names such as Thomas Chippendale and George Hepplewhite. Although styles varied according to the prevailing fashion, the general preference was for fine, small, light pieces made from rich woods, often featuring decorative gilding, marquetry or lacquer. If you can’t afford Georgian antiques, look for Victorian or Edwardian replicas, and use loose covers to conceal unsuitable modern pieces, as was the fashion at the time. As for fabrics, cottons and linens became extremely popular and a host of beautiful printed and woven patterns appeared, many of which are still available, including chintzes featuring large, bright florals, bold stripes, spray of flowers, Chinese scenes and the monochrome images of toile de Jouy. On walls, either wood panelling or block-printed wallpaper would be perfect, or else look for appropriate paint colours from the many historic ranges on offer today. Georgian ‘common’ colours included off-white, stone, grey, cream, a wide range of earthy tones and chocolate. Generally speaking, the stronger the colour, the more expensive it was to
produce, so some people added touches of pea green, olive, lemon or pale blue, while the very well off employed brighter shades such as pink, orange, straw, deep green, ultramarine and Prussian blue. At the start of the Georgian era homes were very poorly lit, but by the turn of the century there had been great advances in technology. Gas and oil lighting – despite being prone to the occasional explosion – was the latest thing for those who could afford it, though candles were still the norm for most. This meant that decorative light fittings became fashionable, which reflected light prettily in ornamental mirrors. Period lighting can be tricky to get right; either seek out good reproductions or stick to simply, timeless modern fittings that won’t clash with other pieces. In many older homes, panelledwood shutters look just right at
the windows – you may even be lucky enough to have them in place already. If not, simple curtains made from a suitable fabric work well, reflecting the fact that the later part of the Georgian period saw the introduction of French rod curtains that drew horizontally – the forerunners of our modern curtains. Last of all, to really get things right, add one or two typical finishing touches such as classical busts or statues, romantic porcelain figures, lacquerwork screens, rococo silver and Wedgwood ceramics. And ensure that your rooms are arranged with a nod to the Georgian taste, with an emphasis on order and symmetry. You will no doubt appreciate how this gracious and tasteful style, once the very cutting edge of fashion, has become an essential element in
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1. Preheat the oven to 190C, fan 170C, Gas 5. Place a baking sheet in the oven to heat up. Lightly butter 6 x 8cm loose-based fluted tartlet tins (measured across the base). 2. Sift the flour, baking powder and a pinch of salt into a large mixing bowl. Add the butter and rub into the flour to make fine breadcrumbs. Stir in the sugar, egg and enough milk to make a soft dough. 3. Divide the dough into six equal pieces and, using floured hands, press each piece of dough into the base and up the sides of a tartlet tin. Place the tins on the hot baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until risen and golden brown. Cool in the tins for 15 minutes then turn out and leave to cool completely. 4. To make the pastry cream, beat together the eggs, flour, caster sugar and vanilla extract. Pour the milk into a small pan and heat the milk to almost boiling point then whisk into the egg mixture. Return the mixture to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, stirring all the time, until thickened. Cover the surface with greaseproof paper and leave to cool completely. 5. Whip the cream until softly peaking and fold into the pastry cream. Puree half the strawberries by pushing through a fine-holed sieve. Stir in the lemon juice and icing sugar. Slice the rest of the strawberries. 6. Spoon the pastry cream on top of the shortcakes. Top with the sliced strawberries and spoon over the puree. Serve within 2-3 hours of assembling.
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Saturday 4th July - Sutton Valence Choral Society
is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a concert in the Old Royal Naval College Chapel at Greenwich starting at 3.20pm. The choir will be singing Brahms “German Requiem”. The complete work was first sung in Leipzig in 1869. It is a great favourite amongst choirs. Entrance is free, but donations to our two charities will be welcome. For details go to the website at www.suttonvalencechoral.co.uk
Monday, 13th July. Smeeth W.I. will meet at 7.30 in the Brabourne and Smeeth Village Hall where former actress and now author, Sarah Grazebrook will bring to life her book “Crooked Pieces”. This is the story of an East London girl working as a maid who becomes involved in the world of the Suffragettes. You are sure to be enthralled. There will be a sales table for Members’ goods, books and hand-crafted cards. We extend a warm welcome to any lady visitor. Should you require any further information, please contact Joy Taylor on 01303 812165 or Margaret Garrett on 01303 813932” Thursday 9th and Thursday 30th July. Ashford Loving Hands meets at the Cosy Kettle, Hamstreet,
10am-12pm to knit/sew/crochet for a variety of charities whilst enjoying a coffee and the friendly company of fellow crafters. Beginners welcome. Wool, needles and patterns supplied to start you off. No fees. For more info call Helen 01233733408 or visit facebook Ashford Loving Hands.
Saturday 11th July Brabourne & Smeeth Gardeners’ Society will be holding their Summer
Show. Staging is from 11.30 am to 12.30 pm and doors open 2 pm until 3.30pm. Some of the classes are open to any person residing in Brabourne or Smeeth so why not enquire about entering or just come along to the Show? Saturday 31 July An American Supper will be held in Brian and Wendy’s garden (village hall if the weather is inclement), this is open to members only. For further info contact Wendy Sanders on 01303 813451 or email brabournewendy@gmail.com.
Saturday 18th July - Stone-cum-Ebony Fete and Flower Show A quintessentially friendly village fete
and produce marquee with traditional games, family races, crafts, animals, model trains and delicious home made food. Held on cricket field from 1.30pm with all proceeds going to local groups and projects. Call 01233 758560
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The Folkestone Jazz Club is a non profit making jazz on Romney Marsh. Parade starts at 10.15am from club. Run by & for people with a like minded interest in Marsh Academy Station Road. 2015 will be our 21st OUR KIND OF MUSIC 01303 277175
year and the theme chosen for the Parade is “Key of the Door”. This can be interpretted in any way, the wackier the better, but you DO NOT have to use it if you have sosme other ideas. The volunteer organising committee will be working hard to ensure that everyone has a successful and enjoyable day.The New Romney Country Fayre is an annual event held on St Martin’s Field and the Fairfield Road Recreation Ground in New Romney. It is the largest free event on Romney Marsh and is a true community event attracting over 7,000 visitors from all over the South East of England. The original Committee was formed in 1994 with the first Fayre taking place the following year. Since then it has grown into a massive event and has helped to raise hundreds of thousands of pounds for local organisations and charities who take part. A highlight of the day is the vibrant and colourful parade trhough the High Street to St Martin’s Field for the Official Opening. A programme of all-day entertainment in two arenas then follows. www.newromneycountryfayre.co.uk
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Westwell’s annual fun day. All the usual attractions are back for you to enjoy. Coconut Shy, China Smash, Tug of War, and our legendary Egg Throwing competition. Pimms, BBQ, Candy floss will keep you refreshed throughout the afternoon Don’t miss out on this great day.All the family are welcome. Free Entry. A percentage of proceeds will be donated to CANCER RESEARCH
Saint Rumwold Lectures 2015 Come and enjoy a summer evening, with a stimulating talk and discussion by candlelight, in the picturesque setting of St Rumwold’s Church, Bonnington on the edge of the Romney Marsh near the Royal Military Canal. SatNav users put in postcode TN25 7BW and keep on down the lane until you see the church. All lectures start at 7:00 pm. Friday 3rd July Dr Doreen Rosman “Elizabeth Barton, the Holy Maid of Kent”Doreen Rosman taught history at the University of Kent and is the author of The Evolution of the English Churches 1500-2000. She will explain why a young woman from this area caused government officials so many sleepless nights. Friday 10th July Mark Deller “ Alfred Deller - A Singularity of Voice” Singer and conductor Mark Deller, talks about the legacy of his father, Alfred Deller, who revived the lost art of the counter-tenor voice and influenced many of the subsequent early
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music specialists. Friday 17th July Professor Jackie Eales “The Most Hated Man in Kent” Professor Jackie Eales lectures in history at Canterbury Christchurch University. Her lecture concerns the Reverend Richard Culmer, known as Blue Dick, the vicar who was so unpopular that his parishioners locked him out of their church. Friday 24th July Dr Charles Sell “Ranulf de Broc, Saltwood Castle and Murder in the Cathedral” This erstwhile inhabitant of Saltwood Castle invoked fear throughout Kent and played a crucial role in the murder of Saint Thomas of Canterbury. Supper will be available in the church after the lectures for all who wish to stay.Admission free, donations towards Saint Rumwold’s welcomed.
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Ashford Radio Aeromodellers, we have a field at Sellindge for flying seven days a week, and fly indoors in Ashford Market on various Thursday evenings during the Autumn, Winter, & Spring, please visit www.araclub.co.uk for more details, or phone Iain on 07956501510, or myself (Roger) 01233 627694. Ashford Model Railway Club - After several years of club room problems we have now settled into our new venue in the barn café at Willesborough Windmill. We meet on Wednesday evenings between 7.00pm and 9.00pm, and the club would welcome new members. Club members are currently building a model of Rye in 00 gauge in the SR period. Contact John White on 01233 733416 for more information Bilsington Ladies meet in Bilsington Village Hall 2nd Thursday of the month at 2.15pm. Interesting speakers and a warm welcome awaits. Call Jan on 01233 641820. Smeeth W.I. We meet on the second Monday of the Month at 7.30 pm in the Brabourne & Smeeth village hall for further information do contact Joy Taylor 01303 812165” Sellindge Table Top Sale the 1st Saturday of each month in the village hall Sellindge. Tables booked in advance are £5. 00 Each and on the day (If available) £8. 00. Telephone for more information 01303 813475. Refreshments are available and home made cakes. A New Quilting Group held in the Oak Room, Smeeth TN25 6SA. If you are interested in quilting or patchwork why not come along and learn new skills and share your expertise with like minded people. Beginners and advanced levels are welcome. Bi-monthly meetings, for further information contact Marion on 01233 750319 Brabourne & Smeeth Gardeners’ Society
We meet on the last Friday of the month at Brabourne & Smeeth Village Hall, 7.15 for 7.30pm. New members and visitors will be made very welcome. For further info call Wendy Sanders 01303 813451 or email brabournewendy@gmail.com.
7.30pm to 10.00pm. No special equipment required you only need a pair of shoes with flat soles and we can supply the woods. Go on give it a try it may be just the sport you are looking for. Interested, give Jim or Janet a call on 01233 632102 Ashford Soroptimists Second Tues of the month, 7.15pm, except August, in Tesco Crooksfoot Community Room. We are part of a global organisation whose aims are to improve the lives and status of women and girls through education, empowerment or enabling opportunities and to be a global voice for increasing access to education and leadership for women and girls. We support local, national and international projects which have the same aims. In addition we also have fun, with a programme of social activities. If you think you may be interested in joining us do please give us a call. Contact Sue Wood 01233 623902 Enjoy Learning offers enjoyable adult classes in NEW ROMNEY, DYMCHURCH and HYTHE. We teach ART APPRECIATION & SPANISH CLASSES. The Spanish Classes are not for complete beginners, but if you have done a bit of Spanish in the past and would like to brush up your skills, the classes might be suitable.Classes cost £5, payable weekly. For further details contact ANDREW and DEBBY on 01303 875542
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Aldington Football Club 2014/15 Season Club background: Aldington football club is proud to present the latest match reports on our Club progress. Few may know that Aldington Football Club has been established since 1920. Currently, we have three teams playing in the Ashford & District leagues – one in Saturday league, one in the Sunday Premier league and a Sunday Reserve team in Division 3. Match reports: The season how now finished, so how did we do… Saturday Team: The Saturday team finished off their last match that left them a 5th place finish which was a vast improvement from last year where they were near enough bottom. The team has been much stronger this season due to hard work of manager Jeremy Yeo bringing in young and experienced new players to give the squad a better overall balance to the team. Aldington’s Saturday side has now started to build up from a great foundation to move the team forward for next season to battle for a top 3 spot in the league, so there will be some more players added for next season to give us that extra boost with skills and experience. The squad this season are great on the pitch and socially as well and have all become good friends, which from a manager’s point of view is great to see and have. Sunday First Team: Two matches in the month, the results being a little bitter sweet. A great 4-3 win against title contenders at the time, Brewmasters, was followed by a 6-3 reverse against the unbeaten champions Market
Hotel – good strong performances in both matches. These results meant the team had a good run in to the end of the season, the team was buoyed by some new players impressing and with a 6th place position it all looks very encouraging for next season. Reserve Team: The reserve team went into their final match against fellow promotion challengers Fox knowing promotion was now unlikely, however, it did not stop a fantastic performance beating the Fox 5-4. It’s been a great season for the Reserves impressing throughout the season, a few dodgy performances mid season making it just a bit too hard at the death to get the promotion they probably deserved. The squad is strong and has a great team spirit, it all bodes well for next year and will hopefully get that promotion spot next time. We will be providing further details on match events, a tournament in August 2015 and a new website launching for the 2015/16 season. In the meantime, if you are interested in playing for one of our teams or you wish to offer sponsorship, become a member or generally get involved, in the first instance please contact Andy Williams our Club Secretary on 01233 720359. Aldington Football Club is proud to be sponsored by Shepherd Neame, The Walnut Tree Inn, Spice Knights Indian Cuisine and the individual supporters and members who continue to sustain and develop our Club future.
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Are You Ready To Reinvent Yourself? by Kate McLelland Whether it’s Walter White – a physics teacher turned drug dealer in the famous TV series Breaking Bad, or Julia Roberts beginning her journey towards enlightenment in the film Eat, Pray, Love - in recent years we’ve been bombarded with fictional, middle-aged characters who have decided to reinvent themselves.
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There are lots of real-life examples, too: a high-profile executive turns down a highpaid city job to become a sheep farmer in Wales, or a dowdy older woman is transformed into a worldfamous singer. In fact, we see so many people forging new lives that it’s almost become a cliché. The three ‘Rs’ of reinvention When you reach middle age it’s natural to look back over your life and make a mental tick-list of the things you have, or haven’t, achieved. This in turn often kick starts a realisation that it’s time to start a new page. There may be a number of reasons for this decision: your children may have flown the nest, your job may have ceased to interest you and your relationship has
probably become a little stale. It’s understandable to want a complete change, but you should be aware that it takes courage and effort – not to mention a reasonable amount of money – to make a major readjustment. Before you take any action you should consider the three ‘Rs’ that can help you decide if you’re ready to face the next chapter. Resilience: when people launch themselves into a dramatic new way of life, few actually stop to consider whether they are emotionally ready to do so. If you lack resilience then new routines, different faces and unfamiliar places can leave you feeling anxious and depressed, rather than revitalised.
How do I know if I have resilience? Ask yourself how you have coped with similar changes before. Do you enjoy new beginnings? Do you like meeting new people and facing new challenges? If the answer is yes, then you’ll probably be fine. Reliance: while turning your back on unsuccessful
relationships or dead-end jobs can be a positive move, things can quickly fall apart if you cut yourself off completely from the old life you have known. When you move to that new job or new place, make sure you have a support network in place to help if you encounter any unexpected problems along the way.
What does ‘reliance’ mean in practice? You don’t have to be needy, asking for help at every twist and turn of your new journey, but neither should you be too proud to ask for help if you need it. Successful re-inventors strike a balance between independence and knowing when to call on others for help. Renewal: perhaps the hardest part, when it comes to facing a major change in our lives, is letting go of some of the roles we have played for years. That includes informal roles such as full-time mother, husband or wife just as much as the professional job titles we’ve relied on for our self-esteem. Even leaving a relationship can feeling of loss or our lives: it may
destructive lead to a vacancy in have been
a negative influence but the relationship provided a structure that is now missing.
How should I handle renewal? Reacquaint yourself with the person behind the ‘label’: this is your time to be who you really are – don’t allow yourself to be defined by others and be confident that the life skills you’ve built up over the years will help you move on successfully.
monastery if you don’t have the bus fare to your nearest town. Quality is better than quantity when it comes to planning your future and sometimes a small, carefully planned adjustment can feel as good as a major change.
If you feel you are able to face the three ‘Rs’ then your midlife reinvention plan can be put into practice in three simple steps: Make sure that your plan is achievable: there’s no point planning to move to a Tibetan
Let others contribute to your plans: sometimes your friends have a better idea of what’s good for you than you do. Share your ideas for your new life with them and listen to their views. Then keep them close by while you negotiate those lifestyle changes.
you had not intended - may follow on behind. Stay on top of what is happening in your life and most of all, make sure that you enjoy the ride. Change can be great, but don’t underestimate the emotional (and financial) impact of a big upheaval in your life. However, if you’ve made careful plans and understand how you’ll cope with the challenges ahead, there’s every chance you’ll go on to enjoy a successful new life.
Take charge of change: once you start the ball rolling by making change happen, other changes – perhaps some that
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BRABOURNE BAPTIST CHURCH
Plain Road, Brabourne Lees, Kent TN25 6QN Pastor Tim Simpson Tel:01303 813257 Art Club The next meeting will be on Tuesday July 14 from 10am – 12noon with a visit from David Embry: Introduction to Water colour painting. Further details from Mike on 01303 812484 MP’S Surgery: Our MP Damian Collins, will be holding his monthly surgery from 3.45pm to 4.30pm on Friday July 17. If you have any questions, complaints or comments, please book an appointment by e-mailing your name, post code, subject and message to: shepwayconservatives@ btconnect.com or telephone 01303 253 524. Meeting Point; will be on Thursday 23rd July at
the Manse and we will meet for a BBQ at 12.30pm. Details from Tim 01303 813257 or Cathy 01303 814132.
Men’s Breakfast Saturday July 25 at 8.15am All men are welcome Guest Speaker from the Hythe, Romney and Dymchurch Railway. Please let Mikr Crisp know if you wish to come 01303 812484
Café Wednesday The Café is open every
Wednesday from 10am to 11.30am at Brabourne
Baptist Church. Drop in for coffee, biscuits, company and a warm friendly atmosphere. Choice of books available. Everybody welcome!
Café Wednesday Extra Please note: There will be no more Café Extras until the autumn. Tel Babs; 01303 813743 for details Church Bookings If you wish to book the church hall for a meeting or function, please phone Geoff Thorpe 01303 813152 Sunday Services: There is a regular service at 10.30am every week. Morning Worship is followed by refreshments in the side hall.
The Ark: Fridays from 10am to 12noon: for babies and children under school-age with their parents/ carers. Lively Discussions! Home Groups meet on
Wednesday evenings. Everyone is welcome to come and join us! We are very informal and friendly. Please phone Tim 01303 813257 or David 01303 814437
Ladies Coffee Morning: We meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday morning of the month at 7 Calland. We have a short time of Bible study and prayer, and we welcome all ladies. Please phone Pat 01303 812219
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Help to Change a Child’s Life Beanstalk is a national charity which recruits and trains volunteers to give individual help to children aged 5 – 11 years who find reading difficult and need some extra one-toone support. The sessions in school with the children are relaxed, happy times to help build the child’s confidence and show them that reading can fun. We talk, read and play games together. If you could spare 3 hours each week during school term time, enjoy reading and have plenty of patience, you could help a
child discover the pleasure of books. No experience is necessary as training, support and resources will be provided. Volunteers are needed in this area now. By helping a child become a confident reader, you can change that child’s life chances forever. For more information, please telephone: 01233 637645 or email Kent@beanstalkcharity.org.uk For more information please go to www.beanstalkcharity.org.uk
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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... Please Mention The
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useful information Parkinson’s UK, Ashford Branch
Emergency 999 Police Neighbhd Team Ashford & Tenterden
Crimestoppers
Contact Mike Wharrad
101 0800 555 111
Out of Hours Doctor 0845 4349655 William Harvey Hospital 01233 633331
Samaritans
www.samaritans.org Electricity: Southern Electric EDF Energy Gas: Natural LPG
08457 90 90 90
0845 770 8090 0800 783 8866 0800 111 999 Details on tank
01233 730190 01303 812180
Parish Councils: Aldington & Bonnington www.aldingtonandbonningtonpc.kentparishes.gov.uk
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St. John Ambulance Brigade 01233 611 414 East Kent Strokes 01233 840448 www.eastkentstrokes.org
SE Kent Multiple Sclerosis Soc. 07767326138 email: mssoutheast@gmail.com
Royal British Legion CPRE Kent
01233 620 167 01233 714540
Royal Mail Residential Customer Services
08457 740740
National Train Enquiries
Doctors Surgery Hamstreet Surgery Sellindge Surgery
01233 623520
01233 623902 01233 720816
Ashford Borough Council 01233 331111 W: www.ashford.gov.uk
Ashford Gateway 0845 8 247 247 Citizens Advice Bureau 01233 626185 Brabourne and Smeeth Community Warden: Graham Kingston 07813 712805
www.nationalrail.co.uk
Bus Enquiries Arriva Bus Enquiries Stage Coach East Kent (Timetable) (Customer Services)
0844 800 44 11 0871 200 22 33 08456 00 22 99
Village Halls Aldington Brabourne & Smeeth Bilsington Hamstreet Mersham Smeeth Stowting Sellindge Sellindge Spts & Soc. Club
01233 720213 01303 813234 01233 720818 01233 732568 01233 503192 01303 814977 01303 863520 01303 813250 01303 812437
Veterinary Surgeons Montgomery Vets
01303 813756
Ashford Volunteer Centre 01233 665 535 Age UK Ashford 01233 668 765 www.ageuk.org/ashford ageukashford.org@gmail.com CARM E: Carmromneymarsh@supanet.com W: Www.carmromneymarsh.org.uk
Macmillan Cancer Support W: www.forget-me-nots.co.uk
Sucklifts
Cesspool Emptying Service ~ Est 1986 ~
Accredited Engineer British Water
High Pressure Jetting Service and Repair to Sewage Treatment Plants
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