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Welcome Hi everyone, Welcome to the July Issue, back in July 2005 the very first issue of The Village Directory was published. It is now nine years since that first edition, and I remember so clearly those nervous days after having sent the magazine to print, waiting to see how it would be received once it started to land on door mats. My little magazine was about to go into three thousand homes and I had no idea how it would be received - scary! Now, nine years on there are eight versions of the magazine going into a total of 60,000 homes. If someone had told me how many people it would eventually be delivered to it would have frightened the living daylights out of me, I wouldn’t have thought I could do it.

A very big thank you to everyone for your continued support, it’s great to know that you are mentioning the magazine when responding to advertisers, this helps so much.

August Issue Deadline 10th July I would also like to say a big thank you to the businesses that support the magazine with their advertising.

As I write we have just celebrated our 20th wedding anniversary, I say celebrate, we just about found time for a quick drink down our local. Our social life tends to be put on hold for the magazines around this time of each month.

It seems that every social event in our family occurs during the first two weeks of the month i.e. deadline time. Thank goodness I have an understanding and supportive husband!

Until next time have a great month

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If you can’t get away this year, how about creating your own Mediterranean hotspot in your garden? Even if you do manage to escape to the sun for a week or two this year, you’ll still have the rest of the summer at home and a little slice of Italy, France or Greece outside your back door will bring happy memories flooding back.

The first thing to do is to choose the sunniest spot available – it’ll not only make sitting out there more enjoyable, but will also mean that you can install some serious sun-loving plants too.

Painting the nearby house, shed or garage wall with white masonry paint will help to create the right atmosphere and look. At the same time it will help to reflect our sunlight – often a bit washed out compared to more southern climes - so providing a stronger light for the type of plants that appreciate it.

Mediterranean gardens often make full use of the walls and any other vertical surfaces, so put up hanging baskets, pots and wall baskets and cram them full of plants.

Plants in pots are a must and if possible choose stone or terracotta containers. If you want to make brand new pots look more weathered try painting them

with a solution of plain yoghurt as this will help to encourage rapid colonisation by mosses, algae and lichens.

Any new hard landscaping such as wall, paths or patios and terraced surfaces will look best in natural stone and there are now also terracotta tiles available that are suitable for use in the garden.

Terracotta tiles can also have a storage-heater effect too – after a long, hot day they will have absorbed a good deal of heat and this will then be released gradually in the evening.

Add interest to a vertical surface by planting a vine. They have attractive leaves and there are plenty to choose from that will fruit well in our climate. You may not be able to create your own vintage but the vines will look particularly authentic when draped with a few bunches of grapes.

Glazed tiles, wall-hangings and even the odd ornament or two can also add to the Mediterranean look, but make sure you choose items that won’t be instantly bleached by the sun.

Try growing your own oranges or lemons. With our generally milder winters some gardeners are even managing to keep these plants outside all year round with only the minimum of protection.

Growing your citrus tree in a good-sized terracotta pot means that you can move it into a more protected spot if necessary.

With their wonderful silvery grey leaves and their often rather untidy or gnarled shape, olives too are a plant well worth considering.

Olives are best grown in a large container unless you have a warm garden and a very well-drained soil as they hate winter wet.

Some plants just spell out Mediterranean Magic – try geraniums and pelargoniums, aeoniums and sempervivums, rosemary, thyme, oregano and pretty well anything with silvery foliage.

Go for the brightest coloured flowers and your new holiday destination will also benefit from a subtle Mediterranean aroma too.

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New Pet Grooming Service Launches in Westwell Leacon Dogs and cats can expect a warm welcome at Groomingdales, a new pet parlour near Ashford.

Qualified pet groomer Jo Smith has opened the business at her home in Westwell Leacon, where the emphasis is on every individual animal’s wellbeing. From the moment the pet and their owner arrive, right through to the finishing touches, Jo makes everyone feel a part of the family at Groomingdales.

After completing her training, Jo created a stylish and fully equipped facility in her garden, where pets can be treated in a quiet and tranquil environment. Every dog comes in through the front door of Jo’s cottage, where they have the chance to meet the two small family dogs, Jack and Lily, before heading out to the parlour for their unhurried treatment.

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“When I’ve taken my own dogs to groomers, I’ve often found the environment to be very sterile and there has been a ‘quick in and out’ approach,” Jo says. “But my approach is very individual – I like the animals to be completely relaxed and stress-free. There aren’t crates full of dogs waiting to be treated; I deal with one dog or cat at a time and I’ll take breaks in the treatment to let them relax if need be. Also, while some groomers will do whatever the owner has asked in terms of cutting or colouring, I’ll only do what’s right for the pet – if they become too stressed, I won’t continue.”

Services on offer at Groomingdales include a bath and blow dry, creative grooming such as colouring, nail trimming and a full groom.

Jo also offers a new specialist paw treatment, during which paws are massaged with a moisturising butter cream.

“People don’t realise how dry and damaged paws can become whilst walking through mud and water,” Jo says. “This treatment leaves paws really soft and nourished.”

Jo also offers free puppy socialisation – any puppy under six months old can be brought along to Groomingdales to ‘sit in’ on a treatment session, even if the owner has not brought another dog for grooming.

“The puppies can be brushed, to get them used to grooming or simply play in the room while I’m treating someone else’s dog,” Jo says. “It helps them to get used to the environment and being around other dogs.”

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Home & Interiors Double-Up Your Space

By Katherine Sorrell

When you have run out of space and it’s not possible to extend, the time has come to think creatively.

With the right approach, you may even be able to make two rooms out of one.

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Had a new baby? Children growing up? Started working from home? Every year it seems like there’s more pressure on our living space. And while it’s not always possible to move up the property ladder to a ten-bedroom mansion, there is always a way to make your current property work better for you. It’s called doubling-up – and it’s all about giving your home a new lease of life with some thoughtful rearrangements and careful additions, resulting in multifunctional rooms that are entirely practical and yet also utterly stylish.

Take a long, hard look at every room in your home and, even in the smallest of apartments, it will soon be possible to see which spaces can be modified so as to serve more than one purpose. We’re not talking about expensive extensions or complex loft conversions, but simply about making the most of what you’ve already got. Like adding a dining area to a kitchen, a home office in a bedroom or a hideaway guest bed in a living room.

The trick is to forget your preconceptions about where you live and be creative with the space.

To get the most out of every inch (vital when you need to double up on what you have), foldaway furniture is a great option to start with, whether it’s a bed, a desk or a dining table and chairs.

Next, make the most of any free wall. Peg rails and hanging rails, hooks and shelves – from high above your head to fitted across an alcove, this can be incredibly useful storage. Think high: a raised child’s bed with space beneath for a desk, sofa or play area, for example. Or could you even build a mezzanine sleeping or working space? And think low: slide a truckle bed under a permanent one, or tuck stools under a small table and magically create an intimate dining area. It’s a lateral-thinking approach that’s quick, easy and inexpensive, and that will make your home as functional and as good-looking as you could ever want, no matter what changes come your way in the future.

No room to sit down and eat? Turn a small kitchen into a kitchen/diner with a foldaway table and chairs. The table is attached to a wall with dowels, while the chairs can be hung on a wall hook, nicely out of the way.

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Hobbies Why the Sewing Bee is Buzzing Louder Than Ever When you start out with a hobby it’s always difficult to predict the way your skills might develop in future, but it’s important to think ahead if you are investing in equipment. Because you will be starting with minimal skills, you may be tempted to purchase a sewing machine with simple, basic functions and later regret that you didn’t opt for one of the more expensive models.

On the other hand there’s a risk that you’ll splash out on a costly, multi-functional machine and discover that you end up making nothing more challenging than cushion covers!

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Perhaps it’s all part of the cult of nostalgia we’re experiencing at the moment, including shabby chic, home baking and handmade household accessories.

Sewing is suddenly cool again, and that vintage Singer sewing machine that your mother banished to the garage all those years ago has recently returned to reclaim its place as a musthave item in UK homes.

With TV programmes such as “The Great British Sewing Bee” commanding audiences of 2.7 million, it’s clear that sewing has once again captured the public’s imagination, and the trend looks set to continue. Of course, the recent climate of austerity has also played its part in this revival. Although shops selling ultra-cheap, disposable fashion have been a presence in our high streets for a number of years now, customers are slowly beginning to realise just how disposable cut-price fashion can be. When garments look stretched and worn after just a

couple of washes, it’s clear that buying cheap, mass-produced items can be a false economy.

Making your own clothing is the answer to all those concerns about quality and durability, and there’s no better way to express your personality than to source your own fabrics, creating a fashion look that is unique to you. If you feel inspired to make your own clothes or home accessories then it’s advisable to start with one or two small test pieces, so you can get the feel of operating a sewing machine and working with fabric. So which machine should you buy?

The old-style sewing machines mentioned at the beginning of this article are available to buy on Ebay, with prices ranging from £40 to £200 (for models incorporating a table).

Alternatively you can purchase a new machine starting from around £200, although you will need to do your research carefully.

For this reason it’s best to start off with a brand of machine that offers the option for you to add functionality over time. Extra accessories for ornate stitching or overlocking seams can be purchased online, allowing you to undertake more complex sewing tasks as your confidence grows.

When you’ve bought your machine the next step will be to get hold of a simple pattern and some fabric. Purchasing fabric can be expensive and as you stand there, with your brand new sewing shears poised for action, you may wish that you had someone on hand to guide you through your first attempt at making up a garment.

Whether you are a complete beginner or someone who learned sewing years ago and just needs a refresher, it’s sensible to seek expert advice rather than go it alone. There is much to be said for joining a sewing course, where you can get instant feedback and where a tutor is always on hand to get

the home Diana Rupp and ‘The Readers’ Digest New Complete Guide to Sewing’ are two comprehensive instruction books for beginners that have attracted numerous positive reader comments.

you out of any difficulties. In larger UK cities you’ll find plenty of courses available, priced from around £40 upwards. These tend to take place in fashion colleges, trendy sewing cafes or at adult education centres. However, if you live in a rural area you may find it more difficult to locate a suitable class: www. thesewingdirectory.co.uk has a list of local classes and sewing groups which you can search by county.

The alternative is to turn to the many helpful, explanatory blogs and ‘how to’ videos for the beginner available on the internet, as these don’t cost anything and are almost as good as face-to-face tuition. One such blog can be found at www. tillyandthebuttons.com, with well illustrated, step-by-step tutorials on everything from ‘setting up your sewing machine’ to ‘inserting a jacket sleeve’.

Sewing classes are a great place to make friends and pick up valuable tips that improve your work, but not everyone can afford to pay for lessons and sometimes learning at home is the only option. You can, of course, buy books that show you how to sew: ‘S.E.W. Sew Everything Workshop’ by

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Cake and Bake Peach Gallette This divine summer dessert just couldn’t be easier to make – no flan tin and no baking blind! Make sure you have a good solid baking sheet to bake the galette on as this will ensure a crisp pastry base. You can replace the fresh peaches with drained canned peaches, if liked.

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225g plain flour, plus extra for dusting 150g unsalted butter, diced 100g ground almonds 4 tbsp caster sugar, plus extra for sprinkling 2 large egg yolks blended with 2 tbsp ice cold water 6 large fresh, ripe peaches, skinned, stoned and sliced Beaten egg, to glaze 1 tbsp pistachio nuts, chopped Vanilla ice cream, to serve

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To make the pastry, sift the flour into a large bowl. Add the butter and using your fingertips rub it into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.

Stir in half the ground almonds and half the sugar.

Make a well in the centre and add the egg yolks and water. Stir with a round-bladed knife to form a crumbly dough (add a little extra cold water if the mix is too dry). Gather the mixture together with your hands and knead gently until just smooth. Wrap the pastry in cling film and chill in the fridge for about 40 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas mark 6. Lightly grease a large baking sheet. Roll the pastry out on a lightly floured surface to a rough circle about 30cm in diameter. Transfer to the baking sheet.

Sprinkle the rest of the ground almonds in the centre of the pastry circle, leaving a 7cm border. Arrange the peach slices on top of the almonds. Fold the pastry border inwards – just over the edges of the peach slices.

Brush the pastry edge with beaten egg and sprinkle over the chopped pistachios. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is crisp and golden. Sprinkle over the rest of the sugar and serve warm or cold with scoops of vanilla ice cream.

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The markets will have a seasonal theme each month, with chef demonstrations and street food. There will also be FREE parking for customers for the first two market days.

The Ashford Farmers’ Market is part of Ashford’s drive to increase footfall in the town centre, particular on Sundays, and to support local businesses. It is funded through the town’s Portas Pilot budget.

Ashford’s New Farmers’ Market Launches This Month

Ashford’s newly appointed part-time farmers’ market manager Rachel Heather said: “I am so pleased to be involved in delivering this new town centre farmers’ market and I cannot wait to see the array of local producers and eager foodies at the first market day!

“Farmers’ markets are an excellent way of raising awareness about local producers and Ashford’s brand new monthly farmers’ market allowing them to showcase their products launches in the town centre on Sunday 6th July. to shoppers. They have also proved to be very social events too, where you can talk to Ashford Borough Council is working alongside traders, taste their wares, browse and enjoy Kent Farmers Market Association to launch an the atmosphere. exciting farmers’ market in the Lower High Street on the first Sunday of every month, from 10am “Please join us to celebrate the success of all to 2pm. our local producers - see you Sunday 6th July!”

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Rye Market Every Thursday at the Cattle Market Car Park. Early till around 3pm (depending on the weather)

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Every Friday 10am -11.30am Tenterden Country Market Every Friday 9.30am -11.30am St Mildred’s Church Hall, Church road.

Tenterden High Street Market Friday’s – 0830 – 1400 Wittersham Market Every Tuesday Village Hall 9am. - 11am Tel: 01797 270757 Wye First and third Saturday of every month on the Village Green in Wye. Tel: 07804 652156 www.wyefarmersmarket.co.uk

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5. Cut out in your favourite shapes, put onto trays lined with greese proof paper.

6. Bake at a low to medium temperature, no higher, until golden. (Approx an hour) 7. Allow to cool, if you want to decorate, buy yogurt drops (available online or hobby craft stores), melt in a bain-marie and dip or drizzle over the squiss-kits.

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What’s On Saturday 19th 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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(Acoustic Duo) Aftershock (Rock duets !! (and some other stuff )) Fri 18th July User Friendly (Classic rock ... at it’s very best) Fri 11th Old Town Souls Sat 19th July The Geoff Everett Band (100% power trio playing maximum r&b at its best) Fri 25th July Wayward Souls Fri 1st August UP ALL NIGHT (indie/rock covers) - upallnight Fri 8th August Talisman (Hard Rocking Trio) Sat 9th August The Crossfire (5 piece Rock/ Funk/Blues) Sat 12th July

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July 17th 8:30pm £10 The Musicians Jazz Singer - - The fabulous SARAH MOULE SIMON WALLACE piano - MICK HUTTON double bass - ROD BROWN drums July 24th 8:30pm £10THE LONDON JAZZ QUARTET MICHAEL COATES Canadian Saxophonist. TEDDY POPE drums CLIFF HALL piano VAL MANNIX double bass July 31st 8:30pm £10 Two leaders from THE BIG BAND world of jazz PETE LONG saxes / CHRIS DEAN trmbn & vocals TED BEAMENT piano.-- VAL MANNIX double bass- -RICHARD PITE drums

the Village Green -1pm – 4pm Lots of fun games and activities for all the family, arena events, Beer Tent, Pimms and BBQ For more details or to book a pitch please call 01233 860232

Saturday 19th July - Strawberry Fayre at Monypenny Rolvenden tn17 4nf Strawberry teas and many stalls 2-5pm. Contact: 01580 241 936

Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th July, from 10.30a.m. to 5p.m The Friends of St Mary’s, Orlestone (just off the old A2070 from Hamstreet to Ashford) are holding a Flower Festival. This year’s theme is very special, it is ‘Downton Abbey’. The Church will be full of displays depicting various aspects of the theme.

The refreshments will be in the Victory Hall, Hamstreet, and they, too, will be on the Downton Abbey theme.

Further details can be obtained from Angela on 01233 732833 or Wendy on 01233 732903.

Sunday 20th July - Scouts Quiz - 7.30pm - at The Bonny Cravat, Front Road, Woodchurch, TN26. Teams of 2-6 people, £2 per head. Grab some friends and just turn up on the night. Or come along and we’ll put you with a team. Monthly raffle (prize donations always welcome).

Saturday 26th July - Dog Shows - The East Kent Hunt with West Street Annual Terrier, Lurcher and Novelty Dog Shows from 12 noon Rosettes and Prizes in all Classes Coldblow Farm, Coldharbour Lane, Hastingleigh Refreshments and Ringside Parking Lurcher Racing by The Sussex Longdogs Crouch’s Clear Round Dog JumpingFor more details call Eddie on 01303 840663 Saturday 26th July - Revelation St Mary’s EventToploader + James Kirby + Pip Bowers & The Family Bones - Tickets £18 advance, £20 on door / Under 16s £14 advance, £16 on door The Churchyard, Ashford. TN23 1QG. Tickets available from website: http://revelationstmarys.co.uk/ Doors open 7.00pm, shows commence at 7.45pm and finish by 10.30pm.

Bar facilities, wheelchair access, unreserved seats.

what’s on Saturday 26th July until Sunday 3rd August St. John’s Church, Smallhythe is staging a Flower Festival to commemorate the Fire that destroyed Smallhythe in 1514, 500 years ago. The church is open from 11am until 5pm every day with refreshments served. Sunday services are at 11.15am

Saturday 30th August - Smarden Village Garage Sale: 9.00 – 1.00. Over 20 garage sales to be discovered around the village. Maps, refreshments and toilets at Smarden Charter Hall TN27 8NF along with some stalls.

Monday 28th July until Saturday 2nd August . Art Exhibition All Saints Church, St Mary’s Bay. 10am to 4pm every day. Opening Ceremony on first day at 10.30 with guest Raymond Moses. FREE ENTRY – Refreshments available.

Sunday 24th August - Westwell Fun Fete - 1pm - 4pm Fun Dog Show Coconut Shy Children’s Races Some Craft Stalls available Please phone 01233 623531 for information Come along and enjoy the day Evening entertainment in The Wheel, Westwell afterwards

Sunday 3rd August 10 to 1pm - Summer Bootfair Woodfchurch Scout & Guide Community Centre Lower Road Woodchurch Ashford Kent Tn26 3SQ All welcome + plenty of free parking -Teas/ Coffee woodchurchcommunitycenttre.co.uk Tel 07798566849

Acoustic Funk Folk and Jazz Evenings 26 July Folkestone Festival (Trawler Race) 7pm (Rhonda and The Great Unknown) 19 July Brentwood Festival, Essex 8:15PM, (Rhonda and The Great Unknown) 19 July 8 Ash Green Festival, Essex (afternoon), (Rhonda and The Great Unknown)

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Clubs & Societies

Ashford Art Society welcomes new members. All

Ashford Sinfonia Community Orchestra meets

Ashford Flower Club meets in Furley Hall, Ashford,

on Monday evenings at Highworth School. Players should be over Grade 3. We are an enthusiastic group of people who have either played since young, taken up an instrument in later life but who enjoy making music under the guidance of a very keen professional musician. We do have a website www.ashfordsinfonia. com and all contact numbers can be found there.

on the third Tuesday of each month.For any details or further information about Ashford Flower Club, please contact: Sue Speed (Chairman) 01233 820585 or Mary Wiggins (Secretary) 01233 628278

New members are welcome to join us at 7.30pm to play classical and popular orchestral music. We are a little short of string players but do welcome everyone.

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 Willesborough Ladies Club: Held every fourth

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Wednesday of the Month at the W.I.Hall, Church Road, Willesborough. A thriving Club open to all. Ladies of any age even if you live outside of the Willesborough area. We have interesting speakers, demonstrations and outings and there is plenty of time during the evening to socialise and catch up with friends. Doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm start. Come along and give us a try we will be happy to see you. For further details contact Ann on 01233 627894

Ashford & District Young Farmers’ Club meets every Wed. evening in and around the Ashford area. The club is always keen to see new faces and welcomes anyone aged 16 - 26 looking for a lively social life and a variety of activities and events to take part in. You don’t have to be a farmer to be a Young Farmer! For more email: ashfordyfc@gmail.com, visit: ashfordyfc.co.uk, contact Charlie on 07753381718, or find us on Facebook.

Invicta Ukulele Club meet on 2nd & 4th Monday at 19.30 in the Queens Head, Ashford Road, Kingsnorth, TN23 3ED where you can learn to play the ukulele, develop your playing and performing skills or just come along for a sing song. Admission £2. Contact John on 07729 999276 or visit www.invictaukuleleclub. co.uk for more details.

Ashford Chess Club: Meets every Friday from 7.30pm @ the Kennington Women’s Institute, Faversham Road, Ashford, TN24 9AN. Beginners or experienced players welcome. Free chess lessons are available. Tel: 01233 625998 and ask for Murray.

ages & standards. A friendly group with a wide variety of events and meetings. Call 01233 623139 or 01233 620455 for details.

Ashford Photographic Society meets at Givaudan Sports Centre every Friday from September to May. Check www.ashfordps.org.uk for full details.

Da Base Ashford Town Youth Centre, 5-7 Park Street, Ashford TN24 8LR (back of Iceland, opp.

Wilkinson’s) For further information visit www. dabaseyouthcentre.com or contact us on 01233 631 472.

Kennington Badminton Club, play at the Norton Knatchbull School on a Wed evening from 7.30 p.m.10 p.m. Contact Shirley Mountford on 01233 610134.

Ashford Board Games Club Come to a session of the Board Games Club to play card, tile and board games of every kind: Carcassonne, Pandemic, Dominion, Small World, Agricola, Settlers of Catan or anything else. Every Sunday evening at 7pm at the Rose Inn, Faversham Road, Ashford, TN24 9AJ. Games players of every kind welcome. https://www.facebook. com/groups/31085029201 01233 625 362

Warehorne Folk Dance Club: Meets every Wednesday at Kingsnorth Village Hall, Church Hill, Kingsnorth, TN23 3EF from 8 to 10pm Beginners or experienced dancers welcome Contact Edna 01233 627121 or David 01233 812935.

Ashford Birdwatchers’ Club: Meets on the 2nd Wednesday monthly September to April inclusive from 7.30 to 9.30 pm at the WI Hall, Faversham Road, Kennington. All welcome to a friendly club; it doesn’t matter if you can’t identify many birds! Admission £3 including tea/coffee & biscuits. For information tel 01233 637067.

Ashford Mediation Service is a small local charity who offers a mediation service to the community of Ashford which is open to all. Ashford Mediation Service helps to build happier more productive communities by using mediation to resolve disputes.

Over the past 17 years we have helped 1000s of people find peaceful resolutions to disputes. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me on 01233896237 or 07775398907.

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Homewood School The Sinden Theatre

July &August Events 1st - 2nd July - Homewood School Musical, ‘Fame’ 7.00pm, Sinden Theatre, Tickets Adults £7 and Concessions £4 4th July - Staff Development Day No students in school 11th July - Disney Tribute Concert in aid of Cancer Research 7.00pm, Sinden Theatre, Tickets Adults £7 and Concessions £5 18th July - Lonestar Comedy 8.00pm, Sinden Theatre, Tickets £10 or £15 with supper 19th and 20th July - Academy Drama Group’s Summer Show Alice in Wonderland 19th - 7.00pm, Sinden Theatre 20th - 3.00pm Sinden Theatre Tickets available from Mr D. Walters 01580 715831 25th July - Country Music Tribute Show 7.30pm, Sinden Theatre, £12 24th July - 30th July - Summer Activity Week Please contact Michelle Fowler for more information 01580 764222 ext 291 28th July - 1st August - Academy Summer School Please contact Mr D. Walters 01580 715831 27th August - Start. of Autumn Term Students return to school Contact details for the Sinden Theatre Box Office 01580 763826

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Beauty Perfect Nails

By Helen Taylor cleaning, cooking, and all those other unavoidable daily chores pose a threat to nails, not to mention cold weather, regular hand washing and the use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers.

Even so, it’s worth establishing a hand and nail care routine and then planning a time every couple of weeks when you can treat yourself to a visit to your local nail salon.

There’s more than one option though so we’ve taken an in-depth look at three of the most recent - and popular - nail services.

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You might spend a lot of time and money buying-up and tryingout the latest skincare, hair care and cosmetic products, but do you pay as much attention to your nails?

It’s certainly easy to overlook your hands and nails, but you really shouldn’t, because they’re often as noticeable to new people as your face; after all, a handshake is the first introduction.

Un-manicured nails can really let the side down, especially when you’re otherwise wellgroomed and neatly presented.

But there’s no denying that it’s hard to keep your nails in tip-top condition. Washing-up,

CND Shellac Nails Shellac has definitely been one of the most popular nail services of recent years. Its simple application, smudgeproof finish and effective staying power have secured legions of loyal followers.

Applied much like a regular nail polish, Shellac only requires a few minutes of curing time under a special UV lamp between coats. When you leave the salon your nail polish will be completely dry and you can enjoy chip-proof, glossy, lasting colour that stays looking great for at least 14 days. In fact, Shellac often stays looking so good that it only really needs to be removed when an obvious gap has emerged due to natural nail growth.

It also offers the benefit of protecting your nails against breakage meaning you can keep the length much longer

than you might usually be able to.

When you are ready to have the Shellac removed, a set of foils soaked in acetone are wrapped round your fingers, although some salons may speed the process by asking you to put your fingertips into a bowl of acetone. This soaking process takes about 10 minutes and then the old polish is gently scraped off and nails buffed to prepare for the new coat.

There is no ‘infill’ option – even if your polish still looks great, when it has grown out you’ll need to start again.

Shellac isn’t suitable for everyone though; if your nails are weak, brittle or splitting opting for a set of Shellac nails - or any artificial nail enhancement - isn’t the best option. Nails and nail beds need to be healthy before application.

Minx Nails If it’s statement nails you’re after then Minx Nails are the perfect choice for you. Bringing fashion to your fingertips, Minx have been a favourite with celebrities everywhere since stepping into the spotlight a few years ago. Offering a vast choice of designs in showstopping colours, patterns and prints, there’s no chance you’ll ever get bored when you choose a set of Minx nails.

Minx work on both natural and artificially enhanced nails.

Before application nails are

beauty & fashion given a basic manicure. Minx is a solid film with an adhesive backing that is heat activated - that’s why nails and Minx are heated before application begins. The heat allows Minx to take on the natural curve of the nail and bond to the surface effectively.

Whilst still underneath a special infrared lamp, the Minx is smoothed out and filed to fit with the nail. The process is very gentle on natural nails and with a waterproof seal, it means they won’t get damaged when you swim, bath, wash-up or do any other day-to-day tasks. The seal is only broken when they are removed. They’ll last around 14 days.

Removal is easy - the product is heated up, the seal is broken and the Minx is peeled off.

Long lasting Nail polish You might wonder why anyone would still have traditional nail polish when Shellac and Minx last so much longer. There are several reasons. Firstly you might want a shade for a special occasion or to go with a particular outfit, without necessarily wanting to keep the same colour for weeks.

It’s quicker to put on normal polish and much quicker to take it off. This not only saves time, but will usually be a lower priced treatment or you can do it at home. Particularly for a pedicure, when normal polish will often last weeks anyway, this might be a better option.

Some of the new salon polishes dry very quickly too (such as CND’s Vinylux), so whilst it won’t be as instantly ‘set’ as Shellac or Minx, your finger and toenails will be complete dry and hard within a couple of hours.

And the choice of colours is much greater so you can get that perfect match if you need it.

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Have a Healthy Holiday

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You’ve booked your holiday. You’re dreaming you’re already there, sunbathing, sightseeing and relaxing. But health issues could turn it into a nightmare.

Holidaying in the UK If you’re holidaying in the UK, everything is familiar, but still arrange travel insurance in case an accident or illness means your holiday is cancelled.

If you’re going off the beaten track or hill climbing, check the weather forecast, wear appropriate footwear and take your mobile (fully charged), warm waterproof clothing, a first aid kit and a map.

Ensure everyone knows the route and remember you’ll be slower over rough terrain. Many fatalities are caused by ignoring these precautions.

Check your chosen beach is safe for swimming, with no concealed rocks or dangerous sea creatures (there’s a useful guide to them here: http://bit.ly/1m9uFYJ).

Holidaying Abroad Several weeks beforehand, read guidebooks, travel company information and specific precautions for your destination at http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk.

Ensure you’re aware of: • Air travel health and safety Newborn babies, women over 36 weeks pregnant (32 weeks in multiple pregnancy), or people who have recently had a stroke, heart attack, surgery or trauma shouldn’t fly, nor should those with a communicable disease or certain conditions affecting the ears, chest, head or cardiovascular system. See your

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The air inside aeroplanes is very dry, so stay hydrated and avoid alcohol, (altitude increases its effects). Ask your doctor’s advice if you’re concerned about DVT (deep vein thrombosis) or you’ve given birth in the last two months. Reduce the risk of DVT by walking, stretching, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, and keeping well hydrated.

Compression stockings can help if worn correctly.

Local laws and customs Beware different traffic signals and different laws particularly about standards of dress.

Food and water safety Practice good hygiene and pack sanitizer gel or wipes. If you’re unsure of water safety, boil it or treat it with purification tablets, or use bottled water for drinking and brushing teeth. Avoid ice cubes.

Choose well-cooked, freshly prepared food and avoid salads, shellfish, unpeeled fruit and icecream (unless it’s a major brand).

Health precautions If there’s a malaria risk don’t take it lightly. Use repellents on exposed skin and repellents and/or insecticides around your room and on mosquito screens and clothing (mosquitoes may bite through it). Wear long trousers and long-sleeved tops, particularly after dark. Antimalarial tablets must be started before you go and continued after you return. Take a supply of diarrhoea medication so it’s close by if needed.

Vaccinations Again, requirements depend

on destination – check specific guidelines at http://www. fitfortravel.nhs.uk at least 8 weeks before travel as some vaccinations are in several doses.

Carry proof of vaccinations; some countries require an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP). Hepatitis A, cholera, typhoid and DTP (diphtheria, tetanus and polio) should be free, but you’ll pay for yellow fever, encephalitis, meningitis, rabies, tuberculosis and hepatitis B. • Rules about prescribed medication Take a copy of your prescription and a doctor’s letter including personal details, travel dates and medication details.

• Healthcare entitlements If you’re travelling to Switzerland or a country in the European Economic Area (EEA), apply for an EHIC (European Health Insurance) card entitling you to healthcare equivalent to that provided for residents. Outside the EEA, medical care must be covered by your insurance.

• Sun Protection Wear a hat and sunglasses, avoid midday sun, stay hydrated and apply high factor sun lotion regularly.

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Planning Your Estate? Don’t Leave it Too Late There’s a natural reluctance for younger people to think about death and getting older.

It’s a fast-paced world we live in and thinking about the future is often put on the back burner.

After all, talk of wills, inheritance tax (IHT) and estate planning seems far removed from your day-to-day life.

But they are a vital part of financial planning and wealth preservation. Getting your affairs in order could save you and your family a great deal of money and heartache.

Have you thought what would happen if the unspeakable was to happen and you died tomorrow? Have you, for instance, got sufficient life cover in place to take care of the loved-ones you leave behind?

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But that’s not the only reason to take out life insurance. Many younger people are income rich and capital poor. Yet buying extra life insurance, beyond the amount that covers the mortgage, could provide a legacy for your heirs to fall back on.

Life insurance also enables you to donate money to charity via your estate, while ensuring that your chosen heirs do not lose out. You can take out life cover equal to the amount you are going to donate, and this is paid to your chosen beneficiaries – again free of IHT. If you have excess income you could also consider gifting away some surplus income to avoid a potential IHT liability. After all, it makes sense to prevent an IHT liability before one is triggered and if income, which you don’t need, is gifted into a trust, it falls outside of your estate for IHT purposes.

A core part of any estate planning is making sure that you have an up-to-date will in place. If you are a parent have you named a guardian in the event of your death? If you think your mother or sister will automatically receive custody of your child (or children) you are mistaken.

Also, have you ever considered what would happen if you were affected by serious illness, disability or mental impairment in the future?

It is not just your own estate affairs that you need to consider. If you are expecting to inherit

large sums of money it is worth checking that your parents or grandparents affairs are set up to mitigate as much IHT as possible as wealth is passed down through the generations.

Some level of IHT may be unavoidable but there are ways to ensure that you are covered for any IHT liability that comes your way. Parents, for instance, could take out a whole-of-life assurance policy. The policy can be transferred to the beneficiary, say a son or daughter, who then pays all future contributions on their parents’ behalf.

When the plan pays out, they will have a sum of money to pay the IHT liability.

Talk of estate planning is not the cheeriest of subjects and it is easy to put something off that doesn’t affect you today, or even in the near future. But it is a vital part of financial planning and once dealt with you can rest easy that the loved ones you leave behind will be looked after.

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business The Importance of M a k i n g Yo u r W i l l A Will is one of the most important documents you will complete during your lifetime. We all want to ensure that those persons we want to protect after our death receive what we want to gift to them and your Will is the only way to make this happen.

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Without a Will, an unmarried partner or stepchildren would not receive any inheritance from you. If you are not married to your partner, regardless of how long you have lived with them, without a Will in place they will not be entitled to anything from your estate. If you are married, depending on the size of your estate and whether you have children, your spouse may not automatically inherit all your assets.

If you have children, in your Will you can appoint guardians to care for your children if you should die whilst they are minors. It is important to choose the people whom you believe would make important decisions on their behalf whilst they are growing up. Without a will, any funds passing to your children would be inherited by them on their 18th Birthday. If you would prefer your children to inherit when they are older, this can be stated in your Will. You can also ensure that funds can be advanced to your children for their general upbringing and education before the age of 18.

If you have any Step-children, or God-children, they will not inherit from you unless stated in a Will. Your Will should be drafted by a solicitor to ensure no ambiguity arises after your death which could prove costly to rectify. You should avoid making a “homemade” Will or one prepared by uninsured and untrained Will Writers.

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Puzzle Time Adam Jacot de Boinod was a researcher for the television series QI and is the author of The Meaning of Tingo and Other Extraordinary Words from around the World, published by Penguin Books. Having researched the rural dialect of Kent collected so lovingly by Victorian lexicographers, he has set us a “Call-My-Bluff Quiz”. Can you guess the right answers for the definitions of the following words from Kent:

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2) yaffle a. to eat or drink greedily and noisily b. to walk alone with the head held low c. to flick a marble with finger and thumb

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