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Welcome Hi everyone, welcome to the summer edition and phew, what a scorcher we’ve had so far! I’m so glad we didn’t go abroad this year, at the time we went away temperatures across Europe were breaking records at well into the 40’s - too hot! The weather in Cornwall was perfect though, enough for a sun tan but not uncomfortable, and as we usually to go in June it’s not too busy. We returned from holiday just in time to catch that amazing finish to the Cricket! Now I’m not a sporty person at all but my husband is, and as a result, over the years, I’ve been coaxed into watching the odd Rugby match here and there, but never in a million years did I think that Cricket could ever hold my attention. It was unbelievable! I didn’t understand a lot of it but it was exciting! I’m afraid there’s a long way to go though before I’ll watch Football! On our return from holiday my husband had the misfortune of having to visit A&E at the William Harvey hospital. I am so in awe of the doctors
and nurses there, they are very special human beings. We’ve had the misfortune of attending A&E a number of times over the past few years, if it’s not my husband it’s my son! The staff there are brilliant, we would like to thank nurses Jenny Taylor and Grace Knight, not just for patching him up so well but also for their humour that lifted the mood following his harrowing experience. Your names are etched on our memories, you both know why! Thank you so much. Until next time, have a wonderful Bank Holiday weekend.
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BREATHE EASY CLUB - Breathe Easy is a voluntary support club for people living with a lung condition, their carers and adult family. Breathe Easy is affiliated to the British Lung Foundation. We are a friendly and welcoming mixed group of adults. Speakers, Games, Raffle and the odd quiz are enjoyed. Refreshments available. Join us at St Mary’s Bay Village Hall. 15 Jefferstone Lane, St Mary’s Bay, Romney Marsh TN29 0SW. (Centre of Village). Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 2:30 to 4:30pm. The RMWS organise led walks throughout the year. Usually they are circular walks of about 3-6 miles, either on the Marsh or other accessible areas of Kent and East Sussex. Normally on Saturday morning often followed by a pub lunch, Sundays or mid-week. Occasional day trips and social events are held at various times of the year. Come along and join us, you will find a friendly welcome awaits you. For more information and our walks program visit the website at www.romneymarshwalkingsociety.org.uk FJ Dance Academy Ballet, Body conditioning, Dance and Movement for ages 3 years to adults.RAD Syllabus work, OFQUAL regulated and recognised by European Qualifications Framework at St Nicholas CE Primary Academy, TN28 8PB. Outreach classes also available by arrangement. Contact Francine D’Souza 07984 970 262 fjdanceacademy@outlook.com Fun and friendly American Squares. Enjoy this intriguing form of social dance in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. No prior knowledge or partner necessary. We meet most Thursdays at 7.30 pm in Brenzett Village Hall. New Dancers always welcome but please check first that we are meeting before you come. Contact Geoff on 01797 222551 or email sqdance@talktalk.net Lydd Karate Club. Skinner Road, Lydd. Beginners to black belts. 5+. Training times Wed 6.30 till 8pm....7.30 till 9pm Friday’s 6.30 till 9pm......7.30 till 9pm Contact. Sensei Chris 5th Dan 07802 546 867. Dymchurch Active Retirement Association (Synara) We meet at St Mary’s Bay Village Hall on the first Wednesday of the month. All enquiries to Val Howe 01303 266158. 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. Cost £5 per week. For further details contact ANDREW and DEBBY on 01303 875542 The Hythe & Romney Marsh Branch of the R.A.F Association, meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Royal British Legion Club, St. Leonard’s Road, Hythe, 7 for 7:30. You don’t have to have been in the Royal Air Force to join us. Call 01797 362303.
Keep Fit Have Fun Move to Music St, Mary’s Bay Village Hall, Jefferstone Lane. Thursday 10.15 11.15am. First class free then £4. Phone 01303 264915 E-mail chrisjeffery2711@outlook.com The New Romney History Society meets at the Old School in New Romney, 4th Monday of the month, (except Aug and Dec), most meetings involve a guest speaker and time for discussion and research. Royal British Legion New Romney meet 2nd Wednesday each month at Broadacre Hotel, North Street, New Romney at 7pm. T: 01797 361807 01797 361020 Romney Marsh Photographic Club meets each Thursday 8pm, September to mid-May, St Mary’s Bay Village Hall (opp. the Bailiff’s Sergeant pub). Anyone interested in all aspects of photography (including smartphones, point-and-shoot, 3D photography and image manipulation in computer software) is very welcome. Contact Paul Sanderson on 01797 458646, smbcc@onetel.com or visit the website at: romneymarshphotographicclub.co.uk Ivychurch Croquet Club - We are a small group of ladies and gentlemen who generally meet on Mondays and Wednesdays during the playing season to enjoy a game of either GOLF or ASSOCIATION Croquet. We are based on a farm where we have a small clubhouse and three lawns which are maintained by our members. Our new season starts in April, you’ll find we are a friendly bunch. If you are interested please contact Ken Lennon on 01797 361052 or by email at lennonken@hotmail.com. St Marys Bay Short Mat Bowls Club Plays at the Village Hall Jefferstone Lane Sunday Mornings 10:30/13:00. Tuesdays Afternoons 2:00/5:00 and Wednesday Evenings 7:00pm/9:00pm. New Romney Bowls Club Come on out, the greens are great! Full Facilities available from coaching to playing to suit any level. Bar and social programme throughout the year, regular Open Mic on the first Wednesday of the month. Enjoyable night out for all. Club contact 01797 362409 or www. newromneybowlsclub.co.uk
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Chosen carefully, arches and arbours themselves are good looking and can be a feature in their own right, so don’t necessarily go for the first one you see; shop around and remember that if you clothe them with climbers, you are adding to their appeal.
Any vertical structure you install in your garden makes for a new planting opportunity Some plants look great but others have another secret ingredient: scented climbers, like some of the rambling or climbing roses, or honeysuckle or jasmine, can totally transform the whole garden as their perfume wafts out for you to enjoy.
If an arbour is situated in a sunny spot and you have fairly free-draining soil, why not plant an area around it with lavenders? Then you can enjoy both the way it looks and the perfume and aromatic leaves as you sit and relax after a stressful day. In sunny positions, thymes or camomile can be used to great effect on the approach to your archway or arbour – when your feet gently crush the thyme or camomile lawn, a fantastic aroma will be released. Arches and arbours are available in a wide range of materials, but by far the most popular are those made from wood or metal. To a large extent it is a case of shopping around to find something that suits your garden style, the purpose you have in mind for it and, of course, your budget. I am a great fan of wood or metal because I find that they both fit
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Pull up your sun lounger, pour yourself an ice-cold drink and lose yourself in a good book. Little Darlings – Melanie Golding Lauren is convinced someone is planning to abduct her newborn twins, so when they go missing it seems her fears were justified. But when the twins are found, Lauren is convinced they’re not hers. Have they been swapped for changelings like she believes, or is Lauren suffering from postpartum psychosis? Is she the only one who can save the babies, or is she the one who’s putting them in danger? A chilling page-turner that keeps you guessing. Vegan One Pound Meals – Miguel Barclay This book proves that vegan food can be as delicious, easy and inexpensive as it is healthy. There are twists on classic dishes, such as ‘artichoke paella’, ‘cashew pesto pasta’ and ‘tomato tarte tatin’, along with plenty of original dishes, such as ‘kimchi tacos’ and ‘sticky aubergine bao’. Most only use a handful of ingredients and all work out at around £1 per portion. Recipes are easy to follow and each is accompanied by a mouth-watering image. The Tattooist of Auschwitz – Heather Morris If you haven’t yet read the
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biography of Lale Sokolov, summer could be the perfect time as you’ll want the time to digest this book in peace. Lale was imprisoned in Auschwitz from 1942 and put to work tattooing the other prisoners. During his time at Auschwitz, Lale witnessed both the brutality of the human race, and its appetite for kindness, self-sacrifice and hope. While The Tattooist of Auschwitz is at times harrowing, it is also a love story. A must-read. The Perfect Wife – JP Delaney Abbie wakes in a hospital bed to discover everything she thinks she knows to be true is wrong. She’s an AI who’s been created by her tech genius husband using memories of the real Abbie, who died five years before. As she struggles to come to terms with her life, Abbie starts to question everything she’s been told. But when she has no rights, who can she trust? Suspense, twists and moral quandaries abound in this skilful thriller. Cleaning the Gold – Karin Slaughter and Lee Child Looking for a quick read? This collaboration between bestselling writers Karin Slaughter and Lee
Child is just 80 pages long. It brings together two of their bestknown characters – Jack Reacher and Will Trent. Will is undercover investigating Jack when they realise there are bigger fish to fry. A perfect slice of fast-paced action to enjoy while you’re waiting for your flight. The Farm – Joanne Ramos Golden Oaks farm doesn’t grow tomatoes, wheat or potatoes. It grows babies. The surrogate mothers (Hosts) are paid to incubate their rich clients’ embryos. While at Golden Oaks, they have to adhere to strict rules, from giving up their phones to following a diet. The Farm is told from the viewpoint of four women: Jane and Reagan are two of the hosts, while Mae is the brains behind the lucrative business. Ate is Jane’s cousin. The Farm is thought-provoking and topical, but above all it’s a fantastic page-tuner of a story.
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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to skipper your own sailing yacht, gliding across the sparkling water under a blue sky, propelled only by the wind? Well now is your chance to find out, without going to sea or getting your feet wet. At East Kent Radio Sailing club we do this every week. The lakes are situated in the picturesque Conningsbrook Country Park and provide a stunning back drop for this exciting and addictive activity. Members of all genders can be assured of a warm welcome and you may get invited “to have a little go at the helm”. Tuesdays are the best day for this initial contact between 10.00 and 11.00. No experience necessary You do not need to have any sailing experience, many of our skippers started from scratch and we are all still learning and improving. If you would like to know more about the club please visit www.eastkentradiosailingclub.com. If you would like to investigate the DF95 yachts check out R C Yachts, who can supply the boats at www.radiosailing.co.uk Come and join us We look forward to meeting you, so please come to the lakeside and say hello. By the way there is a nice lakeside walk to be enjoyed.
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Group lots of small plants together, contrasting their shapes, colours and textures, to create an impact. Potted plants, from £6, Ikea. These patterned ceramic pots are modelled on the outer leaves of an artichoke and finished with an aqua glaze. Artichoke pots, £8 and £15, Garden Trading.
Botanical Beauty
Whether you prefer small succulents or a giant monstera, use plants and foliage to add a natural touch to your home. This faded image of flowers and leaves is printed on paper with a linen backing to give it a crumpled vintage look. Kyoto wall hanging, £130, Abode Living.
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These hand-blown glass minigreenhouses will nurture nature’s smallest plants through their first stages of life. Small £28.50, large £38, Abode Living. Surround yourself with seasonal British foraged grasses and seeded foliage. Nostalgia botanical wallpaper, £75 per roll, Woodchip and Magnolia.
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Printed on high-quality white paper with a slender black frame, this set of two anatomical plant prints will add a touch of botanical style. £175, Cox & Cox.
• Shades of green are very on-trend and provide a lovely background for displays of plants. They are easy to live with and combine wonderfully with whites and off-whites, as well as natural materials such as timber, stone and linen. • Botanical-themed wallpaper and fabrics can be beautiful but quite overwhelming. If you prefer to keep the look relatively subtle, choose small-scale or delicate prints in shades of green and neutrals for background interest. • To make an impact with a display of real botanicals, choose large plants and position in strategic places, as you would a sculpture. Alternatively, place collections of smaller plants together in rows or groups, allowing for contrasts in shapes, colour and texture. Don’t forget to pop trailing plants on a high shelf to create a ‘living wall’ effect. Coordinate pots or planters for a sense of overall cohesion. • Enhance your walls with botanical works of art. Traditional school-style posters are very on trend right now, as are anatomical botanical drawings, eighteenth century-style paintings (used as bold, whole-wall murals) and graphic modern prints.
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L i v e Ja z z 2019
Au g u s t Friday 2nd August, Elysian Centre, Rye Drop-In Homeopathy Clinic at The Elysian Centre, 10am – 1pm, 18 Cinque Ports Street, Rye TN31 7AD All welcome. Information on www.elysiancentre.co.uk or call Maxine Witham 01797 224855.Please call facilitator to check if event is running and to book.
T h e Fo l k e s t o n e J a z z C l u b At T h e To we r To B o o k C a l l : 0 1 3 0 3 2 7 7 1 7 5 All gigs start at 8pm ~ All gigs £12 admission Seat Bookings: 01303 277175 Email: folkestonejazz@gmail.com Website: www.towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk August 1st
Mark Nightingale / Art Themen Sextet
August 8th
Miss Elaine Delmar (Jazz Royalty)
August 15th The Marc Cecil Quintet August 22nd Scott Hamilton Quartet From The USA. The most famous Tenor sax man in the world August 29th Pete Long with Pocket Basie ( sextet ) September 5th Terry Seabrook Quintet September 12th Derek Nash with Louise Marshall September 19th Damon Brown International Quintet September 24th Alan Barnes Quintet . October 1st
Craig Milverton Quartet
October 10th Derek Nash 8pc Sax Appeal October 17th Rob Barron Quintet T h e Fo l k e s t o n e J a z z C l u b i s a n o n p r o f i t m a k i n g j a z z c l u b. R u n b y & fo r p e o p l e w i t h a l i k e m i n d e d i n t e re s t i n OUR KIND OF MUSIC D e r i c k Wo o d l a n d 0 1 3 0 3 2 6 0 3 3 0
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August 4th Boot Fair at Pop-In Centre, Lower Road, Woodchurch TN26 3RR 9am - 12 noon. All proceeds to ‘Pop-In’ over 60s building fund. (Over 60s meet every Wednesday from 2pm - 4pm all welcome). Further details for all of the above Tel Clive 01233 860 139 August 8th Boughton with Eastwell WI Valuation Day. Boughton with Eastwell Women’s Institute has invited The Grand Auction Galleries from Folkestone to visit All Saints Church, Boughton Aluph TN25 4EU for a Valuation Day. 10.00am – 1.00pm. Car Parking is available near the Church. Refreshments will be available during the morning. August 8th Tenterden District National Trust Association meets in St Mildred’s Church Hall, Church Road, Tenterden at 7.30 pm to hear a talk from Ian Bevan on ‘What the Victorians did for us’. Ian is a popular speaker and Blue Badge Guide. Members £4 and non-
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members, who are always welcome, £5. Pease ring 01580 764443 for further information. August 9th Ashford Flower Club are having a demonstration called ‘The Power of Flowers’ by Karen Hart at St Simon Stock RC Church, Brookfield Road, Ashford TN23 4EU. Start time 7.30. Visitors Welcome. All demonstrated arrangements will be raffled at the end of the evening. August 10th Spiritualist Meetings held every Saturday evening at Highbury Hall. Highbury Lane. Tenterden. Doors open at 6pm, for 6.30pm start, refreshments afterwards. 10th - Paul Broadway, Service and Clairvoyance. 17th - Kay Stephenson, evening of Clairvoyance, £4. 24th - Jane Custons-Reynolds. EC £4. 31st - Philip Holden. September 7th - Sally Newman £4. 14th - Mary Ward. CS. 21st - Daphne Webb £4. 28th Maggie Carrington. All are welcomed, we also have a page on Facebook, Tenterden Spiritualist Centre. August 11th Sellindge Gardeners Association Annual Summer Show at Sellindge Village Hall on the main road (A20) Sellindge. Doors open at 2.30pm. Refreshments, raffle, plants sale. Entrance free of charge August 13th Smeeth W.I. joined by some members of Brabourne and Smeeth RBL branch are looking forward to a Summer Outing visiting Shepherd Neame Visitor Centre in Faversham. There will be an interesting tour of the Brewery followed by a delicious Kentish Cream Tea. For further information do please contact Joy Taylor on 01303 812165 or Margaret Garrett on 01303 813932. August 24th - 26th Appledore Flower Festival “Curtain Up” at Appledore Parish Church on the Bank Holiday Weekend. Friday & Saturday 10.00 - 5.30, Sun 12 – 5.30. Free admission and parking. Stalls, refreshments, music. Preview evening Friday 23rd at 7pm. For more info: Donna 01233 758256 Friday 30th August, Elysian Center, Rye Drop-In Homeopathy Clinic at The Elysian Centre, 10am – 1pm, 18 Cinque Ports Street, Rye TN31 7AD All welcome. Information on www.elysiancentre.co.uk or call Maxine Witham 01797 224855. Please call facilitator to check if event is running and to book. August 30th Brabourne & Smeeth Gardeners’ Society’s next general meeting will commence 7.15 for 7.30 pm in the village hall when there will be a presentation by Sue Marshall on “An English Love Affair with Iris”. Sue runs Iris of Sissinghurst, a specialist nursery for tall bearded and short bearded irises. For further enquiries or if you would like a copy of our 2019 Programme please contact Wendy Sanders on 01303 813 451 or email brabournewendy@gmail.com. Visitors will always be made welcome.
FRIENDS OF KENT CHURCHES RIDE AND STRIDE SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER 2019 10.00 am - 6.00 pm BICYCLE OR WALK AROUND KENT CHURCHES SPONSORSHIP MONEY RAISED WILL BE DIVIDED EQUALLY BETWEEN THE FRIENDS OF KENT CHURCHES AND THE CHURCH OR CHAPEL OF YOUR CHOICE SPONSORSHIP FORMS AVAILABLE FROM www.friendsofkentchurches.co.uk or your Local Organiser
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Challock Flower Festival
“Love Is” 24th, 25th & 26th August 10 am to 5 pm
Teas and Refreshments ‘Famous for delicious homemade cakes’ Books, Tombola, Live Music, Grand Raffle St Cosmas and Damian Church, Church Lane, Challock, TN25 4DB, off A251 and A252 ‘The Church with the murals’ Free Admission – Free Parking – Donations appreciated
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What’s On August 31st Hamstreet Bowls Club will be holding a Jumble Sale at Dymchurch Village Hall. 12 noon – 2pm. Lots of bargains, come down and grab some!
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September 2nd Woodchurch Local History Society meets at Woodchurch’s Memorial Hall at 7:30pm. We are due to have Robin and Carla Betts come to talk to us about their family history of cheese making. The Betts family has been farming for centuries and has lately diversified into cheese making. The evening will involve the tasting of Kentish cheeses. New members are always welcome paying £5 for the remainder of the year. Geoff Turner, 01233 860393. September 7th Aldington & Bonnington Gardening Society will be holding their Autumn Show in the Aldington Village Hall. A range of fruit, vegetables, plants, cut flowers and flower arrangements will be on display. There is no entry charge but there will be a raffle, tea and cake. The Ashford Beekeepers will be holding their annual Honey Show in the adjacent hall making for an interesting afternoon. Doors to both shows open at 1.00pm with prize giving at 3.30. All visitors are welcome. Jean Evans 01233 720618 or colin.e123@btinternet.com September 7th & 8th “Step in to Hothfield’s History” Exhibition, 10.30am to 4.30pm, St Margaret’s Church, Hothfield Immerse yourself in an exhibition of Hothfield’s memories in our beautiful 13th century church. There will also be external displays comparing past views of the country estate with the current scene. Stand where the estate’s horses once worked and where the army trained in both World Wars, and touch the tree that was hit by a doodlebug. There will be a rare opportunity to visit the bell tower, and children’s competitions with prizes. Delicious light lunches, home-made cakes and refreshments available in the church café. Wheelchair accessible. Admission free, ample parking, all welcome! Proceeds to Friends of St Margaret’s and Hothfield History Society. www. hothfieldmemories.org.uk September 11th The Arts Society, Egerton meets on the second Wednesday of the month at Egerton’s Millennium Hall at 2:30pm. We are due to have a lecture by Barry Venning entitled ‘Giles: His Life, Times and Cartoons’. Giles gave us a remarkable picture of half a century of British life. He was also a spreader of happiness and a genius with a common touch. New members are always welcome and visitors pay £5 at the door. Geoff Turner, 01233 860393.
September 12th Tenterden District National Trust Association meets in St Mildred’s Church Hall, Church Road, Tenterden at 7.30 pm to hear a talk from Mary Smith on ‘A Schoolgirl’s War’. Ex-Head teacher of Maidstone Grammar School for Girls, Mary Smith, will tell about a recently revealed series of exquisite drawings and paintings. They were made during WW2 by an art teacher. The story is enhanced by former pupils’ recollections. Members £4 and nonmembers, who are always welcome, £5. Please ring 01580 764443 for further information. September 14th Hamstreet Bowls Club will be holding a Quiz Night at Victory Hall, Hamstreet 7pm. Tables of up to 6 at £7 each. To include ploughmans supper and dessert. BYOB. To book table phone Gwen 01303 872603 or Denise 01233 733340 September 17th Romney Marsh Neighbourhood Watch meeting at 6.00 pm in the Assembly Rooms in New Romney, the purpose of the meeting is to establish a Romney Marsh Neighbourhood Watch Association to cover all villages and towns on the Marsh. It’s free to join and you are not expected to volunteer for anything unless you want. All are welcome and you can join on the night. We will have guest speakers and a question and answer session. Refreshments will be available and car parking is nearby plus limited wheel chair access.
October October 9th R.A.F Association Hythe and Romney Marsh branch annual Wings Appeal Swing Band Concert at the Tower Theatre Folkestone. Doors open 7.00pm for 7.30pm start. Tickets £12, concessions £11. Box office 01303 223925. October 12th Hamstreet Bowls Club will be holding a Ladies Afternoon Tea and Catwalk Fashion Show at Victory Hall, Hamstreet 3pm. High St fashion at bargain prices. Tickets £5 from Gwen 01303 872603 or Denise 01233 733340 October 26th & 27th Art & Craft Exhibition. Original works of Art will be on sale created by local Artists. Paintings framed and unframed, wood carvings and sundry items, all at reasonable prices. London Ashford Airport, Lydd, Romney Marsh, Kent TN29 9QL. Admission and parking free November 9th Hamtreet Bowls Club Craft Fair at Victory Hall, Hamstreet 11 – 3pm Variety of stalls with gifts of Christmas, also refreshments and Raffle. To book table phone Gwen 01303 872603 or Denise 01233 733340
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CHARITY FAMILY FUN DAY at the
SHEPHERD AND CROOK, BURMARSH on Saturday the 10th August Fun starts at midday BBQ Bouncy Castle and Children’s Stalls Romney Marsh Morris dancing and singing at 1pm Live Music outside from 4pm with The Crooked Shepherds and friends Mini Beer Festival – 6 Real Ales - 10p from every pint of real ale sold donated to Kent Air Ambulance Live music at 8pm - Crooked Style
I am as, GRAHAM LILLEY L0CAL ARTIST inviting ANYBODY who would like to come and join me at BRABOURNE CHURCH on the 14TH SEPTEMBER from 9-45am untill 3-30pm to apply for an enrollment form. THE DAY IS SUITABLE FOR ALL age groups including Beginners, intermediates and improvers.( The only stipulation being 8 year olds or younger be with an adult) STUDENTS SHOULD BRING A PICNIC LUNCH for the lunch break . ALL THE MATERIALS WILL BE SUPPLIED and the FEE of £35-00 per person will be donated by me to BRABOURNE CHURCH FUNDS .( IF THERE ARE TWO MEMBERS FROM THE SAME FAMILY TAKING PART THE FEE IS £55-00 ) A NON RETURNABLE DEPOSIT of £20-00 is payable to book your place and STUDENTS SHOULD EMAIL grahamlilley68@btinternet.com or PHONE 01303 812088 for an Enrollment Form. PLEASE ” COME AND EXPLORE THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF WATERCOLOUR” the EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE REGARDLESS OF THE WEATHER as we also have indoor facilities
Raising funds for Kent Air Ambulance registered charity no 1021367
The Shepherd & Crook Shear Way, Burmarsh, Romney Marsh TN29 0JJ
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Sunday Roasts
One course £10.95 / Two Courses £13.95
Ope Mic Night
1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7.30pm Shaun and Gayna welcome you to the Shepherd & Crook, Burmarsh. This charming pub has its own unique character and is a fascinating place to visit, and visit you must as the Shepherd & Crook is a hidden gem.
Food Served: Tue-Thur 12-2.30pm & 6-9pm Fri & Sat 12-3pm & 6-9pm Sundays & Bank Holiday Mondays 12-4pm Booking Advisable but not necessary
The Shepherd & Crook pride themselves on their fine selection of real ales and cask ciders. The delicious food is mainly pub classics, locally sourced where possible, with a great choice of gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options.
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Located on the outskirts of the picturesque town of Rye, the Kings Head Inn is located in one of the most visited towns in the whole of the South East of England. Owned and run by the Tindall family (Steve, Lisa, James and Lucy), the team will always give you a warm and personal welcome. Food is all cooked to order using fresh, seasonal and (when possible) local ingredients. We have a main menu, specials board which changes weekly as well as Sunday roasts. www.kingsheadrye.co.uk
@thekingsheadrye The Kings Head, Rye
01797 225962 info@kingsheadrye.co.uk
Food Served: Monday – Friday: Lunch: 12:00 – 14:30 Dinner: 18:00 – 21:00 Saturday: All day: 12:00 – 21:00 Sunday: All day: 12:00 – 20:00
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Situated in the small seaside town of Dymchurch, the beautiful Ship Inn has undergone extensive refurbishment (completed September 2017), blending the old with the new whilst still retaining its character and charm. Owned and run by the Tindall family, the team led by James and Jessica offer you a personal and inviting welcome. All of the Ship Inn’s food is cooked fresh to order using seasonal and local produce. We have weekly specials as well as our main menu, and roasts on a Sunday!
@theshipinndymchurch The Ship Inn, Dymchurch
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THE WALNUT TREE ALDINGTON Old Smuggling Inn, Steeped in History Restaurant Open
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• Opposite Children’s Play Park & The Village Green • Bar Open All Day from Midday • Dog Friendly • Real Ales • 40 Seater Restaurant • Free WIFI • Sky and BT Sport Available
New Garden Now Open Alfresco Dining - Music Events Coming Soon (please enquire at the bar)
Family Friendly including Children’s Play Area Our Ever Popular Affordable Lunches For All
Sunday Roasts to Shame Great Granny
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Beef, Pork, Lamb, Turkey & Gammon £7.95 Queen £9.95 Kingsize Big Piggy £10.95 (It’s a challenge!)
Monday to Friday 12 - 2pm Starter £2.95 - Main £4.95 - Dessert £2.95 Also Check Out Our Grillstone Specials
Two Courses - £12 per person (Large menu choice plus Grillstone Steak)
Lunchtimes Mon - Sat incl & Tues - Fri Evenings
Charity Fun Quiz Last Sunday of each month
We cater for all dietary requirements, including gluten free, vegetarian and vegan. Please advise us when booking
Forge Hill, Aldington, Ashford TN25 7DT
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Maple Glazed Pork with Mediterranean Veg Kebabs
These chunky meat kebabs with a sweet sticky glaze are perfect for a barbeque or al fresco supper served with warmed flatbreads and salad.
Makes 8 Ingredients 750g lean pork fillet, cubed Juice of 1 lemon 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp dried oregano 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 large red peppers, deseeded and cubed 2 courgettes, sliced 2 red onions, peeled and cubed 6 tbsp maple syrup 4 tbsp tomato ketchup
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Place the cubed pork in a non-metallic container and add the lemon juice, half the oil and the dried oregano and garlic. Toss to coat then cover and leave to marinate in the fridge for 3-4 hours or overnight. Thread the pork, pepper, courgettes and red onion onto 8 long metal skewers. Cook on a preheated barbeque or under a hot grill for 10-15 minutes, turning frequently, until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are lightly charred. Meanwhile, mix the remaining oil, maple syrup, ketchup and mustard together and brush all over the kebabs for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time, until glazed and sticky. Serve immediately.
Marinating the meat in lemon juice and oil will make it extra tender. Add some chopped chilli for a spicy touch or add 2 tbsp light soy sauce, if liked.
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Why Doctors are Prescribing Mindfulness Mindfulness has gone from buzzword to a therapy increasingly prescribed by doctors. So what’s it all about? Mindfulness is… • Increasing your awareness of what’s going on inside and outside yourself in a particular moment—both physical sensations and emotions. • Stopping to really notice what you’re thinking and feeling and what sparked these thoughts and emotions.
We can all benefit from mindfulness, but it’s now officially recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) to prevent depression in people who’ve had three or more bouts, and is increasingly recommended by doctors for helping with chronic conditions or pain, as well as stress, anxiety or depression. There’s emerging evidence that it can ease insomnia, too. Practising Mindfulness
How it can help Today, many of us rush through Mindfulness is increasingly our days, reacting ‘off the cuff’ and missing opportunities to recommended by doctors for take a breath and appreciate mental health what’s around us. Mindfulness means taking a step back to The NHS recommends: examine what’s going on rather Noticing the everyday and than just reacting. trying something new: notice “It’s about allowing ourselves to the details of what’s going on see the present moment clearly. around you and try a different When we do that, it can positively seat or going somewhere new change the way we see ourselves for lunch to see things in a new and our lives,” says Professor way. Mark Williams, former director of Watching and naming your the Oxford Mindfulness Centre, thoughts and feelings: By becoming more aware of “Mindfulness isn’t about making your thoughts and feelings, you these thoughts go away, but can recognise signs of stress rather about seeing them as and anxiety earlier and begin to mental events,” says Dr Williams. see patterns, recognising those that aren’t helpful. This can “Imagine standing at a bus make it easier to prevent them station and seeing ‘thought overwhelming you or leading buses’ coming and going you into a spiral of negative without having to get on them emotions or actions that make and be taken away. This can be very hard at first, but with gentle 30 the situation worse.
persistence it is possible.” Identify them. “That’s my worry about my Dad’s health.” “I’m stressed because I’ve got a really busy week.” By being aware of your fears and concerns, you’re more likely to recognise when you’re letting them grow disproportionately to the thing they’re about. Freeing yourself from the past and future: realising that worries about the past or future can dominate, stopping you from enjoying the now. If you realise you’ve been reliving or preliving negative experiences for several minutes, take a moment to focus yourself in the present, appreciating the day and the moment you’re living now. Taking time out: ideally having more formal, longer mindfulness sessions, focusing on your breathing and your body and bringing your attention back whenever your mind wanders. This could be at home or while travelling. Find the time and place most convenient and helpful for you. The NHS recommends the Mental Health Foundation’s online mindfulness course which can be found at www. bemindfulonline.com, or you can find a local teacher: bemindful. co.uk/learn-mindfulness. By Alison RUnham www.alison.runham.co.uk
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Fixed monthly fees with no surprises? Someone who speaks your language? The stress taken out of your accounts & tax? If you are looking for a friendly but professional team of accountants to look after your year-end accounts, bookkeeping, tax returns, VAT and payroll, give us a call on 01303 253969 or email us at admin@chalkhillaccountancy.co.uk to see how we can help you save time and money. www.chalkhillaccountancy.co.uk 30 Folkestone Enterprise Centre, Shearway Road, Folkestone, Kent CT19 4RH
JB Bookkeeping Services Bookkeeping Payroll VAT returns
CIS returns Tax returns Making Tax Digital (MTD)
Friendly and local service for local people
T: 07901 106 538
juliebbookkeeping@gmail.com
Pengelly & Rylands are a well-established, friendly, proactive law firm, and with over 170 years of experience, we’re here to listen and work with you in your time of need.
Contact us for legal assistance with: Family Wills & Probate Tax & Estate Planning Powers Of Attorney Conveyancing Personal Injury Employment Crime
Contact us if your business needs assistance with: Licensing
Call: 01580 762248
Employment Commercial Property
advice@pengelly-rylands.co.uk
Dispute Resolution
www.pengelly-rylands.co.uk
Mergers & Acquisitions
Pengelly & Rylands is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. SRA No. 631267
General Corporate Advice
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Plumbing Masters No Callout Charge • Free Estimates 24 hour Emergency Service
All Work Guaranteed • No Job Too Small
Plumbing
Bathroom Suites • Taps • Ball Valves Hot & Cold Tanks • Blockages & Burst Pipes
Plumbing & Heating Services
All plumbing work undertaken no job too small! Burst pipes, Blockages, Taps, Pumps, Radiators & Drainage work. Bathroom & Shower Installation
Call: Michael on 01233 733779 or 07515 651 717 No Call Out Charge. 24hr Service
Heating Installations • Repairs • Pumps & Radiators Specialist Powerflushing and De-Scaling Service
Call812148 Tony Telephone: 01303 T: 07738 907 717 Mobile: 07738907717 www.plumbing-masters.co.uk e:plumbingmasters@msn.com
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Industrial • • • • • •
Commercial
General electrical repairs New installations Electric showers EV Car charging Electric underfloor heating Central Vacuum systems
Tel: 01233 665107
Email: info@tbelectrical.org.uk 130a Godinton Road, Ashford, TN23 1LJ
• • • • •
Domestic
Full & part rewires Periodic electrical testing PAT testing Garden electrics Ventilation solutions (including MVHR)
FREE Quotations!
The Home Getting The Job Done No Matter How Big or Small www.kingspmkent.co.uk • • • • • •
Handyman Services Kitchens Bathrooms Tiling Painting Plastering
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Patios Decking/Pergolas Fencing Turfing Jet Washing
Anning’s Electrical All Domestic and Commercial Wiring Fault Finding Part P Registered Free Estimates
For your free, no obligation quote contact FREE QUOTES
Tel: 01233 500676 e: kingspm54@gmail.com 07563 666322 / 07949 955919
David Anning on 07429
108 116
e: annings.electrics@gmail.com
Dial a Plumber
Plumbing & Heating Services
• No Call Out Charge • Senior Citizen Discount • Free Estimates • All Aspects of Plumbing & Heating • All Work Guaranteed
NO JOB TOO SMALL
SPECIALIST POWER FLUSHING & DE-SCALING SERVICE
Call Noel 01233 642233 / 07711 66 66 56
Easy Access Bathrooms Safe, sound and stylish
Walk-in showers • Walk-in baths • Wetrooms Beautiful bathroom & shower conversions
Family run business with over 15 years of Knowledge & experience Zero VAT on Mobility bathrooms
To find out how we can help you call:
01233 210808
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WORD WHEEL Using only the letters in the Wordwheel, you have ten minutes to find as many words as possible, none of which may be plurals, foreign words or proper nouns. Each word must be of three letters or more, all must contain the central letter and letters can only be used once in every word. There is at least one word that uses all of the letters in the wheel.
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The Home
K H Electrical & Plumbing Services Friendly reliable service Qualified and fully insured
Call Ken on
07974 644370 TINA FRANCIS DOMESTIC ELECTRICIAN
P.R.Eakers Ltd Carpentry Kitchens Fascias Guttering Cladding Painting & Decorating Property Maintenance Office: 01797 361861 Mobile: 07787547160 Email:eakerspaul@gmail.com
T J K Plastering & Building Friendly reliable service Qualified and fully insured Call Tom on
New Installations Re-wires Additional or replacement Lights, sockets etc Mobile 07761 695101 Email – tinafrancis1@aol.com
Newchurch, Romney Marsh, TN29 0DH
07835 140 477
www.tjkplasteringandbuilding.co.uk
Martin Chamberlain Electrical Services Fully Qualified, Insured & Part P registered Electrician
www.mcesromney.co.uk All Aspects of Domestic & Commercial Electrical work including :•• Rewires •• Extra sockets and lighting •• Security lighting •• Garden power •• LED lighting upgrades •• Testing and inspection .
30 years experience • Family run business STROMA Approved • Trust Mark Registered Seeboard trained and approved contractor
Call Martin for a free, friendly and competitive quotation
Tel: 07725 855688
•• Consumer unit replacements from £350.00
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Important Information Emergency Police Neighbhd Team Ashford & Tenterden Crimestoppers
999 101 0800 555 111
Out of Hours Doctor - Primecare 111 Evening, Nights, Weekends & Bank Holidays William Harvey Hospital 01233 633331 Samaritans www.samaritans.org Electricity: Southern Electric EDF Energy Gas: Natural LPG
116 123
Citizens Advice Bureau Alcoholics Anonymous Ashford Volunteer Centre Age Concern
01233 626185 0845 7697555 01233 647 422 01233 668 765
www.ageconcern.org.uk
CARM
01233 758122
E: office@carmromneymarsh.org.uk W: www.carmromneymarsh.org.uk
Macmillan Cancer Support W: www.forget-me-nots.co.uk
0845 770 8090 0800 783 8866
Parkinson’s UK, Ashford Branch
0800 111 999 Details on tank
www.eastkentstrokes.org
Doctors Surgery
Contact Mike Wharrad East Kent Strokes
01233 623520 01233 840448
SE Kent Multiple Sclerosis Soc. 07767 326138 Royal British Legion 01233 620 167
Brookland Village Hall Surgery 01797 223 230 National Train Enquiries
New Romney
Oak Hall Surgery Church Lane Health Centre
Dymchurch
Martello Medical Practice
www.nationalrail.co.uk
01797 362 106 Bus Enquiries 01797 364756 Stagecoach Bus Enquiries
07.30 to 18:00 Monday - Friday
01303 875700
Veterinary Surgeons
Cinque Ports Veterinary 01797 321771 Associates Barrow Hill Veterinary Surgery 01797 363177
New Romney Community Warden Gareth Roberts
Parish Councils:
Brenzett Brookland Burmarsh Dymchurch Ivychurch Lydd Town Council Newchurch New Romney Town Council Old Romney St Mary in the Marsh Snargate
Shepway District Council
0777 339 6751 01797 344415 01797 344464 TBC 01303 872708 TBC 01797 320999 01303 873754 01797 362348 01797 363260 01303 874341 01797 344358 01303 853000
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Village Hall Bookings
Brookland 01797 342075 Dymchurch 01303 874527 Newchurch 0774 9369 861 Ivychurch Pearl Sharland 01797 344121 info@ivychurch.org.uk
St. Mary’s Bay
01303 873215
Church Halls
St Peters, Greatstone Alan Read
07976 555 173
High Pressure Jetting Service & Repair to Sewage treatment plants Soakaway Testing Cesspool Emptying Service
01233 840624
If any of the above information is incorrect please let us know by calling 01233 720488. Thank you Disclaimer: Every care is taken to ensure this directory is as accurate as possible but the publishers do not accept responsibility for any loss or damage resulting from errors or omissions.
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Word Ladder
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