The Village Directory The Marsh
Feb/Mar 2020 Edition • Issue 68 • Royal Mail
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an entry in the past, they will run in their current form unless you tell us otherwise. During the year Hi everyone, welcome to the first edition for we will be checking that details are current and 2020. I do hope you had a good Christmas, any out of date items will be removed. ours was very quiet this year, which is unusual Until next time keep well, I’ll be back in April. for the Allen household, but as the family grows we’ve reached the point of needing to alternate between a small gathering and the Debbie full works. 2020 will be the year of the big one, T: 01233 720488 and I’ll be hosting! It’s also a big year for us all e: info@thevillagedirectory.co.uk because my lovely niece Sophie will marry Dan in September, so we’re all looking forward to e: events@thevillagedirectory.co.uk w: www.thevillagedirectory.co.uk the Allen’s event of the year.
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The magazine celebrates its 15th year in print this year and, as I mentioned previously, the four monthly editions covering the villages have now changed to three bi-monthly editions. At long last I’ll have breathing space to think rather than being on, what seems like, constant deadlines. As always do keep sending in your local events, and do please keep an eye on the Clubs & Societies page, especially if you’ve submitted
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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.
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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 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 please email Sheila at sgeorgiades@hotmail.co.uk or visit the website at www.romneymarshwalkingsociety.org.uk
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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.
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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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over the container edges. The plants can be bought from garden centres or by mail order at this time of year.
High-Rise Edibles Whatever the size of your plot, you can get more from it with high-rise gardening, with potential in hanging baskets, wall troughs and window boxes as homes for vegetables, herbs and even fruit. So, what does it take to succeed? Larger containers allow for more room for your crops’ roots and easier maintenance, as they will run out of moisture and fertiliser less frequently, though obviously you will have to balance this with the space available. Use suitable supporting brackets and screws for hanging baskets, window boxes and wall troughs, as they must support the weight of fully grown plants laden with crops, which will be heavier after watering. Check walls, balconies and windows sills will not be overloaded, leading potentially to structural damage or injury to passing people. Consider using lighter-weight composts, such as those not including loam or the readily available peat-
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free options, and lightweight containers made of bamboo, plastics or fibre glass. Plant in high-rise planters are reliant on you for food, so use good quality compost and feed crops regularly throughout the growing period. In a lofty position the plants will also be more susceptible to drying out, so regular and thorough watering is a must. If space is short and you want to grow runner beans, the dwarf runner bean ‘Hestia’ with pretty red and white flowers is perfect for containers. The seeds can be sown directly into the compost in April, or raised in small pots or trays and then planted out into the high-rise planter. Dwarf French varieties do well in a good sized window box – try ‘Duel’, or the purple-podded ‘Purple Tee Pee’. Wall baskets, troughs and hanging baskets can play host to strawberries. These plants trail naturally so will obligingly hang
Forget the idea that lettuce is just a green, leafy addition to a boring salad – there are huge selections of lettuce and other salad leaves available in a wide range of colours and leaf shapes, making them a lot more attractive than many ornamental plants! Pinks, purples, yellows and several shades of green, they’re a fastgerminating and fast-growing crop and you can either buy small plants or sow the seed directly into the compost yourself. Try ready-mixed seed selections or choose your own favourites. If you like fresh herbs with your meals then herbs in a basket, trough or window box are a must. There are creeping or trailing forms of many herbs, and thyme in particular lends itself to life in a container in a sunny spot. You can usually get thyme plants at most times of year and, as it is hardy, you can plant it out straight away. Parsley, sage, tarragon, chives and basil all look good in wall baskets or window boxes and thrive in a sunny spot. Most of the oriental vegetables, such as the pak choi varieties ‘Red Choi’ and Mizuna will do really well in a window box or wall trough in a sheltered spot. You could combine the two and enjoy the really stunning finely divided foliage of the Mizuna positioned around the edges of the container where it will tend to ‘flop’ slightly and
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are great choices, while navy or dark grey are more neutral and perhaps easier to live with all year round. Don’t be afraid of trying out darker shades – not only are they very on-trend, but they are really effective at creating a feeling of cocooning comfort. Think about the other main colours and textures in each room. For warmth underfoot, throw down a deep pile rug or two to add extra softness, while at the windows it may be possible to swap sheer, pale, lightweight curtains or blinds for something heavier and in a bolder shade – think wool, tweed, velvet, even felt, denim or mohair.
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Spring may still be a while off, but there are ways to make your interior more inviting, even in the midst of winter. Long, dark nights and chilly mornings can be made more bearable by some clever thinking in your home. To start, make sure your lighting is up to scratch. A well-designed lighting scheme reinforces a sense of security, comfort and vitality, and making dramatic improvements could be as simple as adding a floor lamp in a dark corner or a reading lamp next to a favourite armchair. For the best effect, layer lighting in the same way that an interior designer layers fabrics and textiles, ensuring that light comes from a variety of sources and directions. For a quick upgrade on a budget, replace main light switches
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with dimmers, and plug in a selection of table or floor lamps at strategic points. Check that your bulbs give off the correct amount of illumination for the task at hand, and also that, where appropriate, they are a ‘warm’ white in colour rather than ‘cool’. Add the leaping flames of a log burner or a few pretty tea lights or candles (safely positioned, of course) for an atmospheric evening in. Colour can make all the difference to the feel of a room, and a quick paint job – perhaps just on one wall – can be transformative. Earthy or spicy colours such as claret, mustard, ochre or chocolate
In the bedroom, replace pale linens with sheets or a duvet cover in a deeper shade, piling on quilts, eiderdowns, bedcovers, throws and blankets, combining colours, patterns and fabrics for a glorious mixture that feels truly sumptuous. And in the living room, pile up cushions on sofas and armchairs for a sense of cosy luxury, then add some generously sized throws over the back: great for snuggling under. You could use a length of tweed edged with velvet ribbon, chunky knitting or crochet, fake fur or soft fleece. Draw the curtains, light the fire, pull on some fluffy socks, make a mug of hot chocolate and settle down with a good book or a favourite box set – baby it may be cold outside, but inside it’s warm, cosy and welcoming. By Katherine Sorrell
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L i v e Ja z z 2019 / 2020
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 7 3 8 8 1 2 7 2 2 9
All gigs start at 8pm ~ All gigs £12 admission Seat Bookings: 01303 277175 Email: folkestonejazz@gmail.com Website: www.towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk
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February 6th
Nat Steele Quintet
28th March 2020
February 13th
Mick Foster / Karen Sharp Quintet
8.00pm until 11.00pm
March 5th
Alan Barnes Quartet
March 12th
The Pete Long Quartet
March 17th
Enrico Tomasso / Jo Fooks Quintet
March 26th
Julian Marc Stringle Dream band
.April 2nd
Derek Nash Acoustic Quartet + Martin Shaw
April 9th
Miss Georgina Jackson & her band
April 16th
Terry Seabrook “Milestones” Quintet
April 23rd
Matt Skelton & The Reorganisation
April 30th
Art Themen / Mark Nightingale Quintet
Tickets £6.50 Bring your own drinks and nibbles BOX OFFICE 01303 873215 e‐mail stmbvh@gmail.com
February 5th Shadoxhurst Flower Club will be hosting a demonstration at 7.30pm in the village hall by Helga Cukure “From My Drinks Cabinet”. The competition for this week is ‘Cheers’ an arrangement in a glass. Donations of raffle prizes, items for the 50:50 table and items for the fundraising tombola stall are welcome at any meeting. March 20th Ashford Flower Club are having a demonstration called “Bang on Trends Baskets” by Susan Tausig. Venue St Simon Stock RC Church, Brookfield Road, Ashford, TN23 4EU. Doors open 7.00, Start 7.30pm. Visitors welcome March 28th Aldington & Bonnington Gardening Society Spring Show. They will be holding their Spring Show in the village hall. The show will include floral arrangements, cookery and crafts as well as cut and container grown flowers. The Show will be open from 1.00pm until the prize giving at 3.30 and tea will be served. Visitors will be most welcome. For further details contact Jean Evans 01233 720618. April 10th Art and Craft Exhibition at London Ashford Airport, TN29 9QL. Supporting the Air Ambulance Fri 10th - Sun 12th 10.- 5pm and Mon 13th April 10 - 4pm. Framed and unframed painitngs, wood carvings, cards and sundry items on sale at reasonable prices. Entry and car parking is free.
What’s On Food Served: Monday – Saturday: Lunch: 12:00 – 14:30 Dinner: 18:30 – 21:00 Sunday: All day: 12:00 – 20:00
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!
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What’s On MAKE
Valen�ne’s Dinner Dance Saturday 15th February 2020 6.30pm—Midnight
A WILL
MONTH FEBRUARY 2020
HAVE YOU MADE YOUR WILL? at Ashford Interna�onal Hotel TN24 8UX
Solicitor firms across east Kent have very kindly agreed to donate their time and expertise to write Wills completely free of charge during February 2020, in return for a donation to the hospice. All money kindly donated will directly support Pilgrims Hospices. Appointments are limited so book early to avoid disappointment Canterbury
Tenterden
Ashford
Dover
Boys and Maughan 01227 207000
Whitehead Monckton 01580 765722
Girlings Solicitors 01233 664711
Mowll & Mowll Solictors 01304 873344
Direction Law 01227 764141
Ramsgate
Manak Solicitors
Broadstairs
Boys and Maughan 01843 595990
0800 634 9726
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Girlings Solicitors 01227 768374 Manak Solicitors
(Home appointments on request)
0800 634 9726
Whitehead Monckton 01227 643250
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Birchington
Robinson Allfree 01843 592361
Boys and Maughan 01843 842356
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Robinson Allfree 01843 865261 Prospero 01843 869042
Girlings Solicitors 01227 367355
For more information on Make a Will Month please contact our Gifts in Wills team on 01227 782062 or email giftsinwills@pilgrimshospices.org
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Drinks on arrival Silent Auc�on Three Course Meal with wine Magician Cash Bar Dancing
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Sunday Roasts
One course £10.95 / Two Courses £13.95
Open 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.
Check out our website for events and live music
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THE WALNUT TREE ALDINGTON Old Smuggling Inn, Steeped in History Restaurant Open
Mon - Sat Lunchtime Tues - Sat Evenings Sunday 12 - 4pm
Home of the Sizzling Grillstone, probably the oldest form of cooking circa 600BC
Warm open fires, cosy Sports Bar with log burner plus Sky/BT Sport Available and Free WIFI Open 7 Days a week, including Bank Holidays
Valentine’s Day Friday 14th February
Plus... V is for Vegan!
Special Valentine Menu Two Course £12.00
Special Vegan Menu now available Book Early to avoid Disappointment
Affordable Lunches For All
Monday to Friday 12 - 2pm Starter £2.95 - Main £5.95 - Dessert £2.95 Also Check Out Our Grillstone Specials
Two Courses - £12 per person
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Mother’s Day Sunday 22nd March 3 Sittings: Midday, 2.30 & 5.30pm Two Courses - Main & Dessert Adult £14.95 Child £7.95
Lunchtimes Mon - Sat incl & Tues - Fri Evenings
Booking essential, £5 non refundable deposit per person
Sunday Roasts to Shame Great Granny Beef, Pork, Lamb, Turkey & Gammon £6.95 Queen £8.95 Kingsize Big Piggy £9.95 (It’s a challenge!) Booking not essential but it is advisable
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Food & Domestic Services
Cheats’ Apple Strudel
A classic strudel with home-made pastry can take a long time to make, but using a convenient pack of ready- rolled pastry means you can have a delicious fruity pudding on the table in less than an hour!
Ready in 55 minutes | Serves 6
Ingredients 2 large dessert apples, peeled, cored and chopped 50g raisins or sultanas 1 tbsp cornflour 50g caster sugar 2 tsp ground mixed spice 320g pack ready-rolled shortcrust or puff pastry Beaten egg, to glaze Icing sugar, to dust
TIP
Whipped cream, custard and fresh berries, to serve
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Preheat the oven to 200C / 180C fan / gas mark 6. Line a baking sheet with baking paper. Place the apples and raisins or sultanas in a bowl. Mix together the cornflour, sugar and spice and add to the apples, tossing to coat. Unroll the pastry but keep it on the paper. Using a rolling pin, gently roll the pastry a little thinner. With one long side facing you, spoon the apple mixture along the length, leaving a 2cm border at the edges. Gently roll up the pastry to enclose the filling and fold the pastry in at the ends (see Tip). Place seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush all over with beaten egg. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the pastry is crisp and golden. Leave to stand for 10 minutes. Dust with icing sugar and serve sliced with whipped cream, custard and fresh berries.
Take care when rolling up the pastry and seal the edges by brushing with some of the beaten egg.
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New Year - New Books
From poetry to decorating, we’ve got a pretty mixed bag of books for you this month…
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A Year of Reading Aloud – Georgina Rodgers (editor) If you love poetry, try this collection of ‘52 poems to learn and love’, where you’ll find well-known names such as Sylvia Plath, E.E Cummings, William Blake and Maya Angelou alongside newer poets. Most of the poems are short enough to learn without too much difficulty, and they’re accompanied by a paragraph about the poet and the reason why the poem has been selected. Take up the challenge of learning one each week, or just dip in and out when you need an extra dose of beauty in your life.
365 Days of Creativity – Lorna Scobie As the blurb says, “Creativity is not just about making your mark on the paper. It’s about looking at the world a little differently.” If you’re stuck in a creative rut, this book might help you get out of it. The daily artistic challenges are split into how they help you feel, so you can choose one based on whether you want to feel calm, inspired, energetic or reflective. They range from drawing patterns on a snake to capturing the view through a doorway. Whether you take five minutes or five hours on each one is up to you.
Booker Prize Shortlist 2019 – Various Looking for a new fiction book to lose yourself in on a long winter’s night? Fancy trying something a bit different to your usual genre? Treat yourself to the six novels from the Booker Prize shortlist. Stories range from Chigozie Obioma’s An Orchestra of Minorities to Elif Shalak’s 10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World. Read them all to see whether you agree with the judges’ final decision.
Farrow & Ball Recipes for Decorating – Joa Studholme Planning to redecorate this year? This book might help you come up with a plan. There are thirteen case studies, from city centre apartments to a classic Georgian house, as well as tips and tricks for decorating each room of your home. There’s also plenty of advice on decorating in general, including making small rooms look bigger and using colour to make an impact. Grow Cook Eat Diary 2020 –
Sarah Raven If you love gardening and cooking this could be the diary for you. Each month has a short list of what to sow, plant and harvest in your garden, along with other garden-related tasks and a simple recipe using inseason produce. Dishes range from Cauliflower and Chickpea Curry to Beef Carpaccio with Fennel Flowers. As you’d expect, there are plenty of stunning flower photographs throughout the diary, with one image for each week. A Year of Living Thankfully – Lois Blyth Can being more grateful change your life? According to this book it can, and Lois Blyth is on a mission to show you how. Each week, you’ll work through an activity to help you embrace gratitude and take pleasure in the little things. There’s guidance on turning negative thoughts around, learning to appreciate what you have and not letting others spoil your mood.
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Change one letter at a time (but not the position of any letter) to make a new word - and move from the word at the top of the ladder to the word at the bottom, using the exact number of rungs provided.
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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
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St Peters, Greatstone Alan Read
07976 555 173
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