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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-summer-flop. 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 foam-covered 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
the garden Rusts: pick off the worst affected leaves, try to keep the foliage dry and spray with a suitable insecticide
way to deal with them than trying to pull out a massive, long-rooted triffid that has already done a lot of damage.
Caterpillars: pick off by hand or spray with a suitable biological or chemical control
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.
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
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A Very Brown Hedge Indeed! Aphids are one of the commonest and most troublesome of all garden insect pests. They attack a large number of garden plants throughout the country and recently have been causing much disfigurement to ornamental conifer hedges. Commonly referred to as Greenfly and Blackfly these aphids feed on hedges, sucking the sap of the plant and can spread several viruses, causing severe die back.
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The current troublesome aphid is the Cypress Aphid which predominantly affects conifer hedging. The damage inflicted on conifer hedges by the aphid Cinara cupressi is severe and can lead to large brown patches on the hedge which leads to localised foliage death, reducing the aesthetic look of the hedge. As the aphid is active from May to October it is important to catch this problem early and apply treatments to stop its spread. At the first sign of brown patches telephone Bartlett Tree Experts for a free consultation and professional advice.
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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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Thur July 2nd 8 30pm £10 THE JO FOOKS QUARTET Jo Fooks has a style of her own - full of enthusiasm & always swinging to the full - -she will play a lot of standards plus her own material - Ted Beament - piano - Jo & Ted were an important part of The Humph outfit Val Mannix - double bass- -This guy is one of the UKs most swinging bassists. Buster Birch- drums, Buster has his own band & also the drummer in HEADSSOUTH Tues July 7th 8 30pm £10 THE CLARK TRACEY QUINTET Clark Tracey -( The Legacy lives on ) & known in the jazz world as the finest drummer outside of the USA - -his musical talent & experience knows no limits. Henry Armburg Jennings -trumpet -Chris Maddock alto & tenor saxes Harry Bolt piano -- Daniel Casimir - double bass. These guys are so talented & play & swing far beyond their years. Thurs July 16th 8 30pm £10 DIGBY FAIRWEATHER & JULIAN MARC STRINGLE Digby Fairweather - trumpet & vocals- Brit Jazz Award winner with his Half Dozen. Julian Marc Stringle - clarinet & tenor sax & vocals. Europes No1 clarinettist Sir John Dankworth said - “ The best in a decade “ Ted Beament - -piano - This Humph man is a firm favourite at The FJC - Alex Keen - double bass. Great bassist & swings like the pendulum Teddy Pope - drums - The Legend. Thurs July 23rd 8 30pm £10 THE TONY KOFI QUARTET One of the finest exponents of modern jazz in the Jonathan Gee - piano - Great modern pianistOften mentioned as one of Europes finest Ben Hazelton - double bass - Great bassist - well connected! Winston Clifford - drums. Thurs July 30th 8 30pm £10 RACHEL HUTCHINGS with The CLIFF HALL ALL STAR TRIO Rachel was the secret star of last years Birmingham Jazz Festival - where she had an outstanding gig with two of the festivals headliners ie Digby Fairweather & Craig Milverton. Cliff Hall - piano Great pianist & accompanist - Was MD to Sir Cliff Richard & The Shadows for 13yrs.
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April until mid-October,- BOLDSHAVES, Woodchurch, TN26 3RA: Gardens open for National Gardens Scheme, featured in Good Gardens Guide, and described by Kent Life as one of the 25 best gardens in Kent - now open to the public every Friday afternoon 2-6pm otherwise by appointment. Entrance £5. See website for further details: www.boldshaves.co.uk 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
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Wednesday 15th July at 7:30pm The Weald of Kent Computer Club meets in the Biddenden New
Village Hall. The subject this month is‘An Introduction to video production’ – a talk and examples on how to produce a professional video from conception to completion by Andy McKenzie, Acting Head of Commercial Production for the Telegraph Media Group. Annual membership costs £10 and covers free admission to all 10 meetings. Visitors welcome £2 per visit. Enquiries to secretarywkcc@yahoo.co.uk
Saturday 18th July - Woodchurch Film Society - Gala Night a social evening of fun, food and
drink when we will be showing One Chance, an engaging British drama charting the rise of the popular operatic singer, Paul Potts. The film stars James Corden, Julie Walters and Alexandra Roach, in a commendably strong support role as Potts’ girlfriend then wife. http://woodchurchfilmsociety. com. Or follow us on Twitter @WFSKent.
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
Wednesday 22nd July The Biddenden Horticultural Society meets when we will be taking
an evening visit to Marle Place Gardens, Brenchley for a wander and light refreshments to finish at a cost of £9.25 per person. For those wishing to ‘car share’ we will meet in the Biddenden Car Park at 6pm. Contact Irene on 01580291777 or Lesley on 01580291931. Our normal in house meetings are held in the Village Hall (7:15pm for 7:30pm start). Fees for members £1.50, Non Members £2.50. Annual membership £5. New members always welcome.
Saturday 25th July Kenardington village BBQ & Quiz Kenardington village hall BBQ starts 5pm no need
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Saturday 29th August 9.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.: Smarden Garage Sale. Many garages. Maps, toilets
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Sunday 30th August - 1pm - 4pm Westwell Village Fete. Come along and enjoy the fun at 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
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The Biddenden Horticultural Society Annual membership £5. New members welcome. Contact Irene Orsborne on 01580 291777 or Lesley Lidgett on 01580 291931. Little Chart Bridge Club Friendly duplicate bridge every Tuesday afternoon at Little Chart Village Hall. For more information please contact Carmen Gunther on 01233 840 395. Kennington Badminton Club, play at the Norton Knatchbull School on a Wed evening from 7.30 p.m.-10.00 p.m. Contact Mark Feeney on 01233 663030 or Shirley Mountford on 01233 610134. Biddenden Squash Club 01580 291130 Gordon Jones Playing Field, Biddenden. Friendly club with 2 courts and a bar. email: info@biddendensquash. co.uk www.biddendensquash.co.uk Smarden Heritage Centre - Smarden Charter Hall, Smarden. Open every Friday 9:30am to 1:30pm visit: www.smardenheritagecentre. synthasite.com Biddenden Junior Football Club - Always looking for new players 7 -18, for fun and enjoyable football. Contact Steve on 07958 447948. Smarden Short Mat Bowls Club We welcome new novice or experienced bowlers of all ages. We meet every Thurs. morning at 9.45am and occasionally on a weekday evening, in the Charter Hall Smarden. Contact Malcolm 01233 770572. Egerton Over 60’s Club Up-date If you enjoy stimulating speakers,enjoyable outings and eating out, then become a member of this Club. You don’t have to be over 60, we’ll welcome you whatever your age. We meet in the lovely Egerton Millennium Hall on the 2nd Monday of each month at 2pm to enjoy a speaker, short Club business followed by sandwiches, savouries, and homemade cakes all washed down with a few cuppers.--and all for £2 a meeting. !! Examples of speakers for 2015--”The History and Work of Canterbury Oast Trust, “”Windmills of Kent”, “W.W.W.1-Love,Morale and Propaganda”, “The Life and Times of Edith Cavell” “Romance of London’s River,” “The National Coastwatch Institution” and many more. Outings--Women’s Land Army Museum, Eastbourne, Whitstable
Castle, Giants of Brede and lunch at Ninfield, Broadview Gardens, Mystery outing, Xmas Lunch at Lathe Barn. Interested?--then contact David on 756544--Graham on 756260, --or Sheila on 756294., You will be most welcome--try us.! The Roots Project Conservation Volunteers What we do: Regular practical conservation tasks and woodland craft workshops based in Longbeech Wood, Charing. Contact: Carrie Eeles (Activities Officer) Tel: 07920404546 Email: info@therootsproject.co.uk www.therootsprojectconservationvolunteers.org.uk
Pilates Classes. Westwell Village Hall. Thursdays 915am. £36 per 6 week block. Contact Victoria 07543543373/vsaker@hotmail.co.uk PILATES. Smarden Tuesdays 1pm, Wednesdays 6pm. Headcorn Mondays 6pm. Mixed ability classes. Body Control Qualified Instructor. Contact Liz 07958 708874 or email: lizsims.pilates@gmail. com Headcorn Modern Sequence Dance Club, meet every Monday 7.30 pm to 10.00 pm in the Andred Hall in Headcorn Village Hall. If you enjoy Ballroom dancing, bring your partner or friend along and learn more. We are a friendly little club, nice music- social evening- tea and biscuits - all for £3.00 per person. Call Rita on 01580 852289. Headcorn Flea & Collectors Market held at Headcorn Methodist Church Hall. 9th of the month. 9.30am to 2.30pm Free Entry 01622890735 The Weald of Kent Computer Club meets in the New Biddenden Village Hall. Annual membership costs £10 and covers free admission to all 10 meetings. Non members are £2 per visit. New members welcome. Enquiries to:secretarywkcc@yahoo.co.uk or visit:www. wealdofkentcomputerclub.co.uk Clandestine Cake Club is a great way to meet new people, catch up with friends and the perfect excuse to eat cake! We meet approximately every six weeks with a different theme for each meeting to make things even more interesting! It’s a social thing - not a cake competition, so everyone from complete novices to professional bakers are welcome. The idea is to share your cake and have some fun! For more information, contact Zarina Hawkins on zjbm1965@gmail. com
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him out as a unique and fascinating man. He was one of the first of his kind to wear both Old Spice and Deep Heat at the same time, turning heads practically every street he walks down. Robert Plant once approached him in a bar in New York, simply because he thought he knew him. He didn’t, but such is the magnetic charm of this man Avery that he was invited to join Led Zeppelin on the spot. Listen to the leg end... sorry legend on The Craig Avery Show every Tuesday between 5 & 7 pm. Although he is not in Craig’s class when it comes to attracting the opposite... gender, Clive Looker’s weekly delve into culture on his programme Arts Hour is well worth a listen. Available every Sunday from 2 to 3pm. Remember all these programmes and many more are also available on the ‘Listen Again’ feature at channelradio.co.uk.
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How can you protect yourself from future financial claims? In another of our regular series on legal matters, Laura Hails, Chartered Legal Executive at Pengelly & Rylands Solicitors, looks at the issue of belated financial claims after divorce There has been a lot of media interest recently in the story of a couple who divorced in 1992, with the husband now finding himself facing a financial claim from his ex-wife. This is the case of Mr Vince and Ms Wyatt. They had one child and during the marriage the couple had very little money. Years after their divorce, Mr Vince found significant financial success, establishing his own company and becoming a multi-millionaire. Ms Wyatt’s financial position, however, had not improved.
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You may be wondering how Ms Wyatt can make a claim after such a long period of time. As the parties’ financial claims had never been dismissed the Court had no choice but to allow her claim to be considered. The Court has to consider all the circumstances of the case and Ms Wyatt is not barred from claiming simply due to the long delay. Clients are often under the misconception that, after the divorce is finalised, their financial claims have been dismissed. They also believe that if they have agreed matters between them, then there is no need to formalise it. In some cases, clients feel that if there is no money to be shared between the parties, then there is no need for a formal Court Order. These clients are surprised when I tell them that their financial claims against each other remain open, unless they obtain a Court Order dismissing them. You can protect yourself from a future claim by obtaining a Court Order within divorce proceedings, which records the financial agreement reached and, more importantly, dismisses potential future financial claims. You never know what might happen in the future and this case is a stark warning to divorcing couples to seek legal advice and ensure they are protected in future by getting an order.
Laura Hails – Chartered Legal Executive So, if you would like some initial advice about divorce or separation, financial implications following the breakdown of a relationship, or any matters regarding family law, please feel free to call Amy, secretary to the family department, to arrange an appointment, or just for some more information on 01580 762248.
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Are You Ready To Reinvent Yourself? by Kate McLelland
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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. 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.
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Ah we do love a good festival. Whether you’re off to Leeds to watch Mumford & Sons, heading to Sundown for a spot of glamping, or taking the whole family to Camp Bestival, you can’t beat a festival for creating some long-lasting memories of summer. While you don’t need to pack your full makeup bag, there are still a few beauty essentials you’ll want to squash into your rucksack. Trying to keep your cool on a sweltering summer’s day, surrounded by a few thousand people, is not an easy task. A re-usable water bottle and pocket fan are pretty much essential, but you may also
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After Sun Cooling Aloe Gel, which (as you’ve probably guessed) contains aloe vera, along with a vitamin A & E complex. As well as soothing sunburn, it helps to prevent peeling, eases the itch of insect bites and hydrates your skin. It can feel a bit sticky, but it gets the job done. Pick it up for just £5 from www.FragranceDirect.co.uk If you’re planning to slum it in with the other campers, you might want to take a packet of baby wipes to freshen up between showers. Baby wipes can be a bit too harsh for your face though, so if you have space, pack some Pacifica Coconut Cleansing Wipes. One of my own personal beauty essentials, these remove make-up gently, but effectively, and leave your skin feeling really plumped and hydrated. Order yours from www.lovelula.co.uk for £4.99, with free delivery. Festivals can be a breeding ground for colds, flu and other viruses, and partying to the early hours doesn’t exactly help your body to fight them off. As well as stocking up on anti-bacterial hand gel, give your immune system a boost ahead of time with a
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