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It was opened in June 2009 and since its opening it has continually achieved 5 stars in food hygiene, in fact we are proud to say that it has now maintained its 5 star hygiene rating for the past 6 years.

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To take advantage of this offer please present the above advertisement at the restaurant at the time of your visit. This offer is only available until the end of September so to avoid disappointment please ensure your table is booked at least 24hrs in advance.

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Welcome Hi everyone, Here we are and it’s September already,time to make the most of every warm sunny day as we near the end of the summer!

Recently a rumour circulated around the internet that the world was going to end this month as a result of an asteroid hit (again). Luckily NASA has officially dismissed this rumour - The Guardian reported “Space agency kills off internet rumour by confirming an asteroid strike WILL NOT wipe out humanity in the next few weeks, or years, or decades”.

Apparently the 15th to the 28th of September will be entirely free of Earth-destroying space attacks, so that’s good news isn’t it!

Isn’t there enough doom and gloom in the world without this type of thing? Having lived through the second world war, my mum lived in fear of it happening again, all as a result of George Orwell’s book 1984. By 1984 her two young sons would be in their early 20’s, and having experiened the fear that her brother might not return from one war, the prediction of another was difficult to shake from her mind. She only discussed it once 1984 was behind her, what a shame that worrying had cast such a shadow for no good reason. Let that be a lesson for us all, me especially!

Now we know that life will go on we might as well enjoy it, and what can be better than going out for a nice meal? How about getting 50% off the bill at the end! Check out Cinnamon Spice this month, for an exclusive reader offer, when presenting the magazine!

Until next time, have a great month!

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Lovely Lawns

by Pippa Greenwood

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Almost every garden has a lawn, and even if you have no aspirations to turn yours into a smart bowling green style creation of smooth perfection, there is a lot you can do to keep the typical UK back garden lawn in good condition. With a bit of work, it will be looking healthy and green over the next year too so, rather than waiting until the spring, you should get to work now with some autumn lawn care.

If there are any large weeds present in small lawns, you are probably best off just removing them by hand, perhaps using a sturdy old kitchen knife – perfect for removing dandelions, small clumps of daisies and other weeds which are so easily missed by the mower. You should also take a look at the level of moss in the lawn.

When it is green and luxuriant, I have to confess to rather liking moss – it can look quite attractive and certainly feels pleasant underfoot, but once it dies out the lawn will look really awful, as it will be gappy

and bare. On the whole, moss in lawns is encouraged by compaction, poor drainage of the soil and lawn surface and by excessive shading, perhaps by nearby trees or herbaceous plants in adjacent borders which have been allowed to get too big or flop over.

It is certainly worth doing anything you can to alleviate these problems, and for shading you should consider pruning back shrubs which overhang the lawn or having nearby trees professionally crown thinned or lifted, so that more light gets through to the lawn. Herbaceous plants are often easily dealt with using a few bamboo canes and some string to create a barrier and ease them up and away from the grass.

Compaction is a relatively easy problem to deal with, and in small areas where the problem is not too bad, you can use a normal garden fork. Drive this into the lawn every 10 – 15 cm (4 – 6 in) and ease it back and forth slightly, so that the holes created by the tines of the fork are enlarged slightly.

By spiking the area in this way you will have created some drainage channels, which will also improve aeration. On very heavy sites or if compaction is bad, you are much better off using a special hollow tine aerator. These are available to buy as attachments for some lawnmowers, or you can buy or hire a dedicated machine or piece of equipment. Each time it is driven into the ground, a hollow tine aerator will remove cylinders of turf and the soil beneath, thus producing a better effect than the simple method of using a garden fork. Once you have created these longerterm drainage channels, you should then brush a sandy top dressing mixture into all the holes. Use a mixture of sieved garden soil and horticultural sand, perhaps mixed with a small quantity of sieved leaf mould. Once in the holes, the top dressing ensures that they are kept open to allow better drainage and aeration over a much longer period of time.

It may also be necessary to kill off the moss if it is really out

of control, and for this you can use a proprietary moss killer. This must be applied exactly according to the manufacturer’s instructions and you should make sure that the moss is killed off completely before you attempt to rake it out. Raking out can be combined with what is known as scarifying, which means that you use a spring tined rake and very aggressively rake the surface of the lawn, so that dead moss, thatch (the accumulated bits of dead grass and other lawn debris) and any other surface debris are removed.

Once done, you will find

that the lawn looks a lot worse than it did when you started (it can be almost scary!), as it will look thinner and more moth-eaten.

However, scarifying helps to ensure that the grasses receive plenty of air and allows for better re-growth; have faith, the situation will improve.

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It’s now easier to make a Lasting Power of Attorney As part of our regular series on legal matters, Kerry Carter, of Tenterden law firm Pengelly and Rylands, looks at recent changes to making Lasting Powers of Attorney.

If you worry about what would happen if you became unable to handle your own affairs, a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) could be the answer and as, since 1st July, making and registering an LPA is now easier than ever, it makes sense to do it now.

There are two types of LPA available, one which deals with ‘Property & Financial Affairs’ and one which deals with ‘Health & Welfare’.

A Property & Financial Affairs LPA allows you to appoint someone you trust as your Attorney, to help you with your financial affairs, including managing your bank accounts, paying bills, managing investments, claiming benefits and buying or selling your house. This LPA can be used while you still have mental capacity, or you can decide it can only be used if you have lost mental capacity. Most people choose to register the LPA as soon as it is made but, while you still have mental capacity, your Attorney can only act with your consent.

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Under a ‘Health & Welfare’ LPA your Attorney can make decisions on your behalf about the health care and medical treatment you receive, including life sustaining treatment, where you live and dayto-day matters, such as your diet and daily routine.

A Health & Welfare LPA can only be used once you have lost mental capacity and can no longer express a decision yourself.

Whoever you choose to appoint as your Attorneys, or Replacement Attorneys, must always act in your best interests, so should be people you trust and know well. Common choices include your husband or wife, or partner, son or daughter, or your best friend. Attorneys must be at least eighteen years old and have mental capacity to make decisions.

As a safeguard to you, you must choose a Certificate Provider, to confirm that you knowwhat you are doing and that nobody is forcing you to make it.

The Certificate Provider should be either someone who has known you personally for at least two years, such as a friend, neighbour or colleague (it cannot be a family member), or someone with a relevant professional skill, such as your GP, a healthcare professional or a solicitor.

In addition you can, if you wish, choose people to be notified of the registration, in case they have any worries or concerns, for example, that there was any pressure or fraud in making it.

Kerry Carter–Chartered Legal Executive LPAs can only be used once they are registered with the Office of the Public Guardian. This currently takes about eight weeks and the OPG, at present, charge a fee of £110 to register each LPA. If you lose capacity without an LPA in place, an application must be made to the Court of Protection for a Deputy to be appointed to look after your affairs. This can be a lengthy and costly process.

Our firm can help you through the process of making an LPA, and we can do as much or as little as you wish. I recommend making an LPA whilst you are fit and healthy, as it will give you the peace of mind of knowing that people you have chosen and trust will be able to make decisions on your behalf, if the need ever arose. If you would like to discuss this please contact me, Kerry Carter, or my colleague, Laura Hails, on 01580 762248.

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Home & Interiors A Stitch In Time While The Sun Shines By Katherine Sorrell buildings surveyor and co-author of Old House Handbook, says: ‘It really is a stitch in time.

All buildings can very quickly decline if they are not maintained properly. What starts as a missing roof tile can lead to water ingress, then dry rot, death watch beetle and even structural collapse.’

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Maintaining the fabric of your house – especially if it’s an older property – is, let’s face it, a bit of a chore. But keep on top of it, especially when the weather is good, and you will reap the rewards, says Katherine Sorrell You know the saying about fixing the roof while the sun shines?

Well, keeping a regular eye on your property and repairing it when necessary – especially before the onset of winter – is an insurance policy against major problems. Not only will it make life easier in the long run, but it will save money and should also help to maintain the value of your home. As Marianne Suhr, historic

Where to start?

Get to know your home.

Find out what is it made from and how is it built. Are there any particular areas that might give cause for concern? Make a list, and work out how to tackle each area, ensuring you have the necessary equipment and skills – or, if not, call in an expert.

Roofs

Twice a year, use binoculars to check the condition of your roof and chimney. Look out for general damage, split leadwork, loose mortar, missing, slipped or broken tiles or slates and anything else suspicious. From inside your loft, check for stains and other evidence of leaks, and examine supporting timbers for signs of deterioration. Brush moss growth off roofs regularly, or else fit copper growth inhibitors. Always be very careful when attempting

roof repairs yourself. It is often a better idea to commission a professional to do the work.

Rainwater goods

Problems with gutters and downpipes cause damp patches – but are often easily remedied.

Wait for heavy rain and walk around the outside of your house, observing where the water is going – is it travelling off the roof and into the gutters, down the downpipes and into the drains? If not, what has gone wrong? Perhaps leaves, moss or other debris have blocked your rainwater goods, perhaps a joint has come apart, or maybe water is gathering in one area. Metal can be welded or patched if necessary, while it is often easier simply to replace damaged plastic sections. If there is sagging, you may need to add extra supporting brackets to create a good slope. Prevention is better than cure, however, so clear gutters, downpipes and gullies regularly, especially after the leaves have fallen in the autumn, and keep an eye out for birds building nests. Redecorate metal rainwater goods when necessary, so they do not corrode.

Walls

Damp in walls might be caused by the ground level outside being higher than inside. If it is a simple case of build-up, dig back to the correct level. Should problems persist, digging down further and laying a gravel path will create a breathing space for the wall. If exterior render has ‘blown’ due to hairline cracks allowing moisture behind it, carefully remove the loose, hollow or cracked section, leave the wall behind to dry out and re-render appropriately.

Keep an eye on mortar– if it has

weathered to the same depth as the joint width, or is very loose, it’s time to re-point, matching existing pointing in material and finish. As for a crack in a wall, everyone’s biggest fear, it may not be as scary 07/12/2009 as you think.

Template.qxd Template.qxd 07/12/2009 Cracks can be caused by many things, most of them nothing to worry about. When you first spot a crack, mark the end of it with a pencil or take a photo and note the date, so you can keep a track on where it is going and how fast. The Building Research Establishment suggests that cracks that measure less than 5mm wide, and do not grow any larger, will generally not affect structural integrity and can simply be redecorated. If you have any concerns, contact a structural engineer for a professional assessment.

as soon as possible. If there is rot, fill carefully or else cut out the whole section out and replace like for like. You can overhaul sash windows relatively easily, by re-aligning, replacing cords and adjusting the weights; you 11:42 Page 11 11:42 Page can even add brushes so they are soundproof and don’t rattle.

Metal windows can rust, in which case they should be cleaned and, if necessary, repaired and re-squared. Try planing and/or sanding sticking wooden doors and windows, and check that locks and hinges are doing their job properly. Oil them every now and then to keep them in tip top condition.

Doors and windows

Is there flaking paint on timber doors and windows? Wait for the wood to dry out, then redecorate

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Rye Country Market Formerly WI Market Rye Community Centre, Conduit Hill.

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Ingredients:

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THE BASE

2. To make the base, sift together the flour and baking powder into a large bowl. Rub in the butter until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs then stir in the sugar. Reserve a third of the mixture and chill in the fridge. Stir the beaten egg into the rest of the mixture to make a crumbly dough. Spread into the base of the prepared tin and press down firmly in an even layer.

• 250g plain flour • 2 tsp baking powder • 140g butter, chilled and diced • 125g caster sugar • 1 medium egg, beaten THE FILLING • 750g ricotta cheese • 225g caster sugar • Zest and juice of 1 lemon • 3 medium eggs, beaten • 100ml soured cream • 1 tbsp cornflour • Fresh mint sprigs, to decorate

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5. Sprinkle the reserved fine crumble mixture over the top in an even layer. Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until set and pale golden. Leave in the tin to cool completely then chill for 2-3 hours.

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8 30pm £10 Sept 22nd THE SIMON SPILLETT QUARTET Simon Spillett tnr & soprano saxes -- John Critchinson piano, Alec Dankworth double bass - Clark Tracey drums 8 30pm £12 Oct 1st JULIAN MARC STRINGLE & HIS DREAM BAND with amazing jazz vocalist JACQUI HICKS 8 30pm £10 Oct 6th ROBERTO MANZIN & SUSANNAH FLACK QUINTET Unique combination of Tenor Sax & Steele Pan 8 30pm £10 Oct 15th ALAN BARNES MICK FOSTER ROBERT FOWLER The Lennie Niehaus Connection 8 30 pm £10 Oct 22nd PETE LONG & HENRY ARMBURG JENNINGS QNT Sax & Trumpet Lead with amazing rhythm section 8 30pm £12 Oct 29th THE SKELTON / SKINNER ALL STAR SEPTET Big Band Jazz by Big Band Musicians 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 ro f i t 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 n interest in " 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

What’s On Saturday 12th September 7pm (for 7.30pm start) Fun Race Night & Ploughman’s Supper at

Hothfield Village Hall. Tickets £6 per person (under fives £3) available from Hothfield Post Office. Please purchase tickets by Wednesday 9th September.

Bring your own drinks, glasses and nibbles. Proceeds will be shared between Hothfield Village Hall and Hothfield History Society. For more information tel: 01233 610455 or email hothfieldmemories@ hotmail.com

Wednesday 16th September The Weald of Kent Computer Club will meet in Biddenden New

Village Hall at 7.30 pm.The subject for this evenings meeting will be announced on our website when it is known.Annual membership is £10.00. Nonmembers are welcome £2.00 a visit. Full details: http://www.wealdofkentcomputerclub.co.uk/ Enquiries: secretarywkcc@yahoo.co.uk

Friday 18th September - The Friends of All Saints present a Concert By East Kent Chorus

at 7.30pm raising funds for church maintenance.

Tickets £9 including refreshments will be available from Woodchurch Post Office, The Information Centre or at the door. The East Kent Chorus sings unaccompanied four-part harmony in the Barbershop style. Their repertoire consists of popular music from the Edwardian era through to the present day and includes songs from shows, ballads, No. 1 hits … and the rest! BARBERSHOP AT ITS BEST!

Wednesday 23rd September - The Biddenden Horticultural Society meets in the New Village

Hall (7:15pm for 7:30pm start) when Maureen Rainey from the Kent Wildlife Trust will be giving a talk entitled ‘A Wildlife Garden Workshop’. Members £1.50, Non Members £2.50. Annual membership £5. New members always welcome. Contact Irene on 01580291777 or Lesley on 01580291931.

26th & 27th September - Quilt & Craft Show

Pluckley Village Hall TN27 0QZ 10.30am to 5.00pm each day £4.00 entry to include tea/coffee & cake and a wonderful exhibition of Canadian Red Cross QuiltsTrade stalls and demonstrations For details phone Judy on 01233 840280 or Sue 01233 840544

Wednesday 30th September Ashford & Tenterden Samaritans invite you to a Quiz Night at Sandyhurst Lane Social Club, Ashford. £5 per head with a maximum of 6 per team. Bring your known nibbles. Round up all your friends for a fun evening beginning at 8p.m. in aid of a worthy local charity. Tickets available on the door. Look forward to seeing you all there.

Saturday 17th October Smarden Kent Police Male Voice Choir Concert St Michael’s Church

7.30pm. A mix of stage show favourites, popular modern songs, light music, traditional songs, sacred and secular music by this very popular male voice choir. The KPMVC have performed all over the UK and on the BBC. Bar available. Tickets £10 on the door or from Smarden PO or Gallery. A free drink is included for tickets bought in advance.

Wednesday 24th October. The Caritas Chamber Choir under its innovative 26 year old director Benedict Preece will be performing a varied programme of choral music in St Mary the Virgin Church, Ashford from 7.30. The choir came together in 2011 and takes its name from the Latin word for charity as they frequently sing to raise money for good causes. The proceeds from this evening’s entertainment will be donated to Ashford & Tenterden Branch of Samaritans. Tickets cost £8 and can be purchased from the Church.

Saturday 31st October: Smarden Charity Christmas Fair. Smarden Charter Hall 10.00 a.m.

– 3.00 p.m. 18 charities selling a great range of Christmas gifts, cards and stocking fillers. Free admission. Refreshments available.

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SMARDEN’s SPORTING SEPTEMBER An amazing programme will celebrate sporting achievement and seek to raise money for a new sports pavilion. Smarden Sporting September will include 19 different events throughout the month including : Wednesday 2nd from 6.00 p.m: Kick Off; Football on Cornes Meadow Saturday 5th from 9.00 a.m.: Charity Perambulation from the Flying Horse Saturday 5th 2.00 – 5.30 p.m.: Learn how to Play Bridge or, if you are experienced, Enjoy a game of Bridge.

Sunday 6th from 10.00 a.m.: On Your Bikes; cycle rides for all ages and abilities from the Flying Horse Saturday 12th 2.00 – 5.00 p.m. Fun Afternoon with sports and games for all. Teams are invited to take up the challenge laid down by past champions, the Chequers Inn! Saturday 12th from 7.00 p.m.: Pub Games in the Flying Horse.

Sunday 13th from 2.00 – 5.00 p.m.: Golfing activities for beginners and more experienced players plus the Great Smarden Bake Off to be judged by Stramacchio Italiano of Elvey Farm at The Paul Foston Golf Academy Tuesday 15th from 6.00 – 9.00p.m.: Short Mat Bowls Open Session in the Charter Hall.

Friday 18th at 8.00 p.m. End to End: Presentation on the Smarden Six + 2’s Epic Cycle Ride from Lands End to John O’Groats! £3 on the door + bar from 7.00 Saturday 19th – Wednesday 30th: Smarden Sporting Scarecrows all around the village.

Sunday 20th from 8.30 a.m. until 3.00 p.m.: Great Smarden Angling Contest plus BBQ at Sam’s Lakes.

Sunday 20th at 8.00 p.m.: Pub Quiz at the Flying Horse. Win £50 or a packet of crisps!

Saturday 26th from 1.30 – 4.30 p.m.: Smarden Sporting Exhibition at the Charter Hall Saturday 26th from 7.30 p.m. Fabulous Grandads Rock Band plus Bar at the Charter Hall. Tickets are on sale at £7.30 from Smarden Post Office (£10 on the night if any left) Saturday 3rd October at 7.00 p.m.: Grand Draw and final results at the Flying Horse .

For further information and to purchase a copy of the Smarden Sporting September Programme at just £1 per copy visit Smarden Post office, gallery or butcher’s shop or contact Gill Bromley via gillbrom57@btinternet.com or 01233 770451 or visit www.smardensports.org/Home.php

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Clubs & Societies

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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 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. !!

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The Roots Project Conservation Volunteers What we do: Regular practical conservation tasks and woodland craft workshops based in Longbeech Wood, Charing.

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Pilates Classes. Westwell Village Hall. Thursdays 915am. £36 per 6 week block. Contact Victoria 07543543373/vsaker@hotmail.co.uk PILATES Smarden Wednesday 6.00 p.m.; Biddenden Mon 7.15 p.m. and Tues 9.30 a.m. and 11.15 a.m. Also at Tenterden. Body Control Qualified Instructor: contact Liz on 07958 708874 or e-mail 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

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Centenary Celebrations: the WI turns 100 1915 First WI meeting venue As the Women’s Institute (WI) celebrates the centenary of that first UK WI meeting, we look at its history and its role today.

A Slow Start

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As the twentieth century began, few AOS (Agricultural Organisation Society) branches welcomed women, and although WIs had begun in Canada and spread to other countries, they hadn’t made it to the UK - until the arrival of Madge Watt, cofounder of British Columbia’s first WI. Madge’s speech about the vital contribution women could make to the war effort through working the land to grow food persuaded the AOS to appoint her to start UK WIs, where women could them share knowledge about agriculture and home industries – and initially focus on increasing food production to counter WW1 shortages.

The first UK WI meeting was on 16th September 1915 in Llanfair PG, and the National Federation of Women’s Institutes (NFWI) was formed in October 1917. After WW1, the WI urged members to stand for election at local and parliamentary level. In 1921 WI member Mrs Margaret Winteringham became the first English born female MP. By 1924, when Jerusalem was adopted as the WI song, there were 3,223 WIs.

World War Two to Diamond Jubilee

The WI’s chair, Lady Denman,

became Director of the Women’s Land Army. The WI’s Preservation Centres were vital, canning produce and making jam, turning over 5,300 tons of potential waste into food, while the NWFI’s 1941 report on evacuees, Town Children through Country Eyes, stimulated a debate that ultimately resulted in the postwar family allowances. In 1945, the WI founded Denman College.

The fifties saw the WI spread its wings, organising a music festival and designing a working family’s house for the Ideal home Exhibition. In 1965 representatives from 8,700 WIs celebrated the WI’s Golden Jubilee at a Buckingham Palace garden party, and the rule prohibiting WIs in places with populations over 4,000 was abolished. The sixties ended with performances of The Brilliant and the Dark, an NFWI-commissioned musical following women’s lives through history.

In 1974 the number of WIs reached an all-time high of 9,309, just in time to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee in 1975. At that year’s AGM, the NFWI pledged itself to ‘the principle of equality of opportunity and of legal status for men and women.’

A Thoroughly Modern Institution

In the 1980s, the WI launched a substantial campaign to raise its profile, culminating in the Life and Leisure Exhibition in 1984,

By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk opened by the Queen, and it showed a growing awareness of current technology and issues as the 1990s began.

Perhaps what most overturned its ‘jam and Jerusalem image’ was the response of many members to the Prime Minister’s address at their Triennial General Meeting in 2000. Feeling his speech was becoming a party political broadcast, they rewarded him with a slow handclap. However, the WI is just as committed to preserving traditional skills as it is to addressing the issues of the day, as demonstrated by their Craft Spectacular exhibition in 2000.

Today, the WI is the largest voluntary women’s organisation in the UK, with 212,000 members.

It still strives to provide women with educational opportunities and campaigns on issues that concern members and their communities, from equal pay and better midwifery to climate change and the plight of the honey bee. So happy 100th birthday, WI – and thank you for all you have done and continue to do.

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Music at Spring Grove School In May 2014 our special guest, virtuoso jazz violinist Tim Kliphuis, opened the new Spring Grove Music Building. The building marked a new chapter in the development of music and performance at Spring Grove following years of grass-roots encouragement from our music team led by Hilary and Bill Jones. August saw a new beginning when the school ran its first Family Orchestral Course aimed at both children and adults.

Emphasis at Spring Grove is placed on opportunities for all: everyone sings at the school. We perform challenging vocal pieces and are proud that the school “choir� contains all members of the school family including staff and parents. In 2013, to celebrate Benjamin Britten’s centenary everyone sang his Psalm 150, our frequent musical drama performances are designed to be all-inclusive and our celebrated eagerly-anticipated annual House Entertainments bring together the wide-ranging performing talents of the pupils.

A particular highlight of the past year was the recording of a new school song, SG Swings, composed by the headmaster in collaboration with the pupils and performed by all. Two days of filming at the school resulted in a delightful

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Director of Music, Hilary Jones is thrilled with the opportunities afforded by the new building at the school and inspiring music lessons take place every day. Around 75% of our pupils have taken up an instrument in addition to their weekly class music lessons. In addition, the music building has been used for concerts and rehearsals by local professional groups and this summer the outdoor stage will be used for an outdoor garden opera performance.

Family music-making lies at the heart of what we aim to do and through it we can nurture a life-long love of music. Community singing is a vitally important component and the children love to play their instruments both in and out of school often for local church services, jazz events or for the elderly.

Not only does this provide for the children a significant and invaluable life-skill it is also good for them emotionally, physically and spiritually: musical performance encourages teamwork; it is food for the brain, it is good for the soul and it is jolly good fun!

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