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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 World Cup! 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. Logo master.indd 1
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Add Some Vertical Interest Whether your garden is large or small, long, wide or a completely uneven shape, you can guarantee that it will benefit from having some height added to it – and what better way to do this than by erecting an arch or arbour? The great thing is that, of course, any vertical structure you install in your garden makes for a new planting opportunity too… So what are the advantages of a bit of vertical structural interest (aside from the plants it can support) and how can you make the very best of them in your garden? Position an arbour it so that it overlooks a good view or particularly attractive part of the garden and you instantly create a fabulous place to sit and relax. You can also use an arch or even an arbour as a means of dividing your garden into one or more rooms. This age-old designer’s trick can make your garden seem
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a lot larger and more interesting. 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. Some plants look great but others have another secret ingredient:
Any vertical structure you install in your garden makes for a new planting opportunity 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
The Garden metal because I find that they both fit in well with the sort of gardening style I like and, of course, you can always use one of the numerous and readily available wood stains or paints to transform it from its natural subtly coloured state to a bright blue, rich red or pretty well any colour you fancy!
naturally going to resist decay – western red cedar or a hardwood such as oak would be my first choice, with Douglas fir or larch a close second. Alternatively you can choose a softwood which has been tanalised or pressure-treated with a wood preservative, which will usually be somewhat cheaper.
Although it is possible to construct an arch or an arbour from scratch yourself, you will be amazed at the range of ready-made arbours and kits for both arches and arbours that are now available. If you choose wood, do ensure that it is a wood which is either
By choosing a wooden arch, perhaps with a rounded top and trellis up the sides, you ensure a really good planting space, and this somewhat more rustic look fits in well with a particularly informal garden. Many of these are also relatively inexpensive and easy to install.
To find out just what’s available, it is well worth paying a visit to several local garden centres or taking a look at mail-order products from the numerous arch and arbour websites, which make window shopping even easier! By Pippa Greenwood
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Woodstock: The Iconic Festival Turns 50 The Woodstock Festival was recognised as an iconic event even as it was taking place. 50 years on, we look at its beginnings and legacy. A plan turned into chaos Woodstock was the brainchild of four young men looking for an investment opportunity: John Roberts, Joel Rosenman, Artie Kornfeld (youngest vice president at Capitol Records) and Michael Lang (organiser of the 1968 Miami Music Festival). They planned to build a recording studio and retreat for musicians in Woodstock, New York (where Bob Dylan and other musicians lived), and decided to fund it via a rock concert for 50,000 people
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in Wallkill, New York, on 15th18th August 1969. Tickets were distributed and bands signed up, including Creedence Clearwater Revival, whose fame encouraged other big names to become involved. It was on!
Woodstock was muddy; there was not nearly enough water, food or toilets Or was it? Wallkill’s citizens, not keen on being overrun by hippies, passed a law banning
the concert from their vicinity on 2nd July. Stores stopped selling tickets and bands started to reconsider their involvement. Luckily, Max Yasgur offered up his dairy farm in Bethel, New York, but preparations had been massively delayed, including the construction of tickets booths and gates. By August 13th, 50,000 people had walked through the gaps in the fence and camped near the stage. With no way to get them to leave or pay, the organisers declared the concert free – and the audience swelled to over 400,000 people.
The Home A triumph for counter-culture Despite delays, the Woodstock Festival (aka An Aquarian Exposition: Three Days of Peace and Music) was opened, nearly on time, by spiritual teacher and yogi, Swami Satchidananda. Richie Havens followed him on to the stage because the original opening act, Sweetwater, were stuck in traffic caused by thousands of people still flocking to the event. During his enforced three-hour set, Richie’s improvised jam, Freedom, was a signature moment. Bands and artists including Joan Baez, Santana, Janis Joplin, Grateful Dead, Sly and the Family Stone, Jefferson Airplane and
The Who (who played their rock opera, Tommy) followed. With the whole show running late, on Sunday, the Festival began to wind down. Only 25,000 remained to hear Jimi Hendrix bring the festival to a close early on Monday morning, with an epic set that included his unique take on The Star Spangled Banner. Various anniversary concerts have taken place, including Woodstock ’94, which featured Bob Dylan (who declined to perform in ’69). ‘Woodstock 50’ will be held at New York’s Watkins Glen on 16th-18th August and will feature The Killers, Dead & Company, Jay Z,
Miley Cyrus, Imagine Dragons and Santana (performers at the original festival). Woodstock was muddy; there was a lot of sex, drugs and rock and roll and not nearly enough water, food or toilets; two people died; and the organisers were left massively in debt. Yet the festival, which would become known simply as ‘Woodstock’, was largely peaceful, becoming a landmark musical event and an iconic snapshot of ‘60s counter-culture and societal change. Appropriately, a 1960s museum and the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, which hosts outdoor concerts, now sit on the site. By Alison Runham
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Not All At Sea
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.
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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
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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
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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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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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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.
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Why Doctors are Prescribing Mindfulness Mindfulness is increasingly recommended by doctors for mental health Mindfulness has gone from buzzword to a therapy increasingly prescribed by doctors. So what exactly is it – and who and how can it help? Mindfulness is… • Increasing your awareness of what’s going on inside and outside yourself in a particular moment. • Stopping to really notice what you’re thinking and feeling, considering what events sparked these thoughts and feelings, and how they might change your behaviour. • Paying attention to all the physical and emotional sensations you’re experiencing. How can mindfulness help, and who will benefit from it? Today, many of us lead very busy lives and rush through our days, reacting ‘off the cuff’ to things and often missing opportunities to take a breath and appreciate what’s around us. Mindfulness means taking a step back to examine what’s going on rather than just reacting, and separating yourself, even if just momentarily, from past regrets and future worries by focusing on the present. It can help you gain a greater awareness of the drivers of your behaviours and
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anxieties, and so help you get better control of them. “It’s about allowing ourselves to see the present moment clearly. When we do that, it can positively change the way we see ourselves and our lives,” says Professor Mark Williams, former director of the Oxford Mindfulness Centre.
from a medical point of view, mindfulness is now officially recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) as a way to prevent depression in people who have had three or more bouts of depression in the past.
It’s also increasingly recommended by doctors for those suffering chronic conditions or pain (which can be Mindfulness is increasingly the cause of ongoing stress), and recommended by doctors for for those suffering from stress, anxiety or depression. There’s emerging evidence that it can mental health help with insomnia, too. Mindfulness can help you appreciate things that you previously took for granted, like the taste of your favourite sandwich or the birdsong as you leave for work. And by becoming more aware of your thoughts and feelings, you can begin to see patterns and recognise those that aren’t helpful, and recognise signs of stress and anxiety earlier. By recognising negative thought patterns, we can help ourselves learn to not let them overwhelm us or lead us into a spiral of negative, dominating thoughts or negative actions that make the situation worse (one of the main principles of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)). Mindfulness is something we can all benefit from. However,
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The NHS recommends: Noticing the everyday: focusing on the details of what’s going on around you. Trying something new: sitting in a different seat in meetings or on the bus, or going somewhere new for lunch, can also help you notice the world in a new way. Watching and naming your thoughts and feelings: trying to view them dispassionately. “It might be useful to remember that mindfulness isn’t about making these thoughts go away, but rather about seeing them as mental events,” says Dr Williams. “Imagine standing at a bus station and seeing ‘thought buses’ coming and going without having to get on them and be taken away. This can be very hard at first, but with gentle persistence it is possible.” Identify them as they come and label them. “I’m worried about my Dad’s health.” “This is stress; I’ve got a busy week and I’m worried I won’t fit everything in.” “I’m anxious about my exam.”
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A Hug for the Mayor!! Local students from the Kumon Ashford South Study Centre were recognised at an Advanced Student Honour Roll awards ceremony at the Singleton Environment Centre on May 4th for their success studying on the Kumon Maths and English Programmes, where young Ethan Ross showed his appreciation by giving the Mayor a big hug ! Thirty students and their parents attended the awards ceremony. The then Mayor of Ashford, Cllr Jessamy Blanford, accompanied by the Chairman of the Great Chart with Singleton Parish Council Cllr Ian McClintock, presented students with their certificates and medals for surpassing the Kumon International Standard which means that they are studying advanced work in comparison to their peers world-wide. The short ceremony was followed by a half hour of songs from the Ashford Rock Choir, raising money for the Singleton Environment Centre to run all kinds of activities for local children. Daily study of the Kumon programmes requires dedication and perseverance from both the student and their parents. This ceremony is a chance to not only reward and celebrate the students’ achievements but to also thank parents for their ongoing commitment to their child’s Kumon studies. Instructor at the study centre, Liz Spencer, said: “I’m so proud of all the students here and those who could unfortunately not make it today. They have all shown real determination and commitment, building confidence and really earning these awards” Established for 60 years, the Kumon programmes enable children to develop their independent study skills and confidently tackle advanced work beyond the international standard for their age. Students initially start at a comfortable level with a focus on building a strong 30
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Samaritans
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www.samaritans.org
Electricity: Call 105 to report or get information about power cuts in your local area. 105 is a free service visit www.powercut105.com Gas:
Natural LPG
0800 111 999 Details on tank
Doctors Surgery Hamstreet Surgery 01233 730190 Veterinary Surgeons Montgomery Vets 01303 813756 Ashford Volunteer Centre 01233 665 535 Parish Councils: Appledore: 07932 813684 Bethersden: (01303) 892621 High Halden: 07939 633 232 Hothfield: (01233) 733994 Orlestone: (01233) 628481 Ruckinge: (01233) 758298 Shadoxhurst: (01233) 733994 Warehorne: (01233) 758298 Woodchurch: (01233) 733994 Ashford Borough Council 01233 331111 www.ashford.gov.uk Ashford Gateway 0845 8 247 247 info@ashfordgateway.co.uk www.ashfordgateway.co.uk Tenterden Gateway 01580 762558 Citizens Advice Bureau 01233 626185 Public Notary - Trevor Chapman 01233 860216 Age UK Ashford 01233 668 765 www.ageuk.org/ashford ageukashford.org@gmail.com Ashford Counselling Service 01233 610083 info@ashfordcounselling.org.uk www.kentcounselling.co.uk CARM www.carmromneymarsh.org.uk E:office@carmromneymarsh.org.uk Macmillan Cancer Support W: www.forget-me-nots.co.uk
Royal British Legion Parkinson’s UK, Ashford Branch Contact Mike Wharrad St. John Ambulance Brigade East Kent Strokes www.eastkentstrokes.org SE Kent Multiple Sclerosis Soc e: mssoutheast@gmail.com South East Kent Polio Branch e: flamingo@btinternet.com. NSPCC: Tenterden & District CPRE Kent
01233 620 167 01233 623520 01233 611 414 01233 840448 07767 326138
01293 651840 01233 714540
Royal Mail Residential Customer Services 08457 740740 Transport www.arrivabus.co.uk www.stagecoachbus.com www.nationalrail.co.uk Wealden Wheels: 01233 840000 Village Halls Appledore Bethersden Bilsington Bromley Green Road Hamstreet Hamstreet Pavilion Graham Woodcock High Halden Hothfield Kenardington Ruckinge Shadoxhurst St. Michaels Stubbs Cross Warehorne Woodchurch Woodchurch Scout & Guide Community Centre
01233 758586 01233 820630 01233 720818 01233 733613 01233 732568 01233 732457 01233 733556 07707 094796 01233 625942 01233 758243 01233 421149 01233 733994 01580 763396 01233 623139 01233 733718 01233 860555 01233 861236
High Pressure Jetting Service & Repair to Sewage treatment plants Soakaway Testing Cesspool Emptying Service
01233 840624
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Special Offers The Old School House Restaurant
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FREE STARTER COURSE
Indian Cuisine
Terms and Conditions: Choose 1 free starter per person for every main course ordered from the a la carte menu Offer valid from Sunday to Thursday for dining in. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Offer valid until 30th August 2019
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FREE BOTTLE OF HOUSE WINE
Terms and Conditions: Offer subject to 1 bottle per table with a minimum of 4 diners ordering 4 main courses. Offer valid from Sunday to Thursday for dining in. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Offer valid until 30th August 2019
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20% OFF FOOD BILL
01233 733350 Online Ordering Available www.oldschoolhouserestaurant.co.uk
10% Discount on Takeaways
Terms and Conditions: Drinks not included in the offer. Offer valid from Sunday to Thursday for dining in. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Offer valid until 30th August 2019
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FREE COFFEE/DESSERTS
Terms and Conditions: 1 coffee or dessert available per person. Applicable to diners when ordering main course meal. Offer valid from Sunday to Thursday for dining in. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Offer valid until 30th August 2019
(Cash Only) Last orders 10.30pm
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Open 6 Days a week
FREE BOTTLE OF COBRA BEER (660ml)
5.30pm - 11.00pm Closed on Monday except Bank Holidays
The Street, Hamstreet, Ashford TN26 2HG
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Terms and Conditions: Applicable to orders over £35.00 To be eligible for this offer, customers must mention this offer at the time of ordering Offer valid from Sunday to Thursday for dining in. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Offer valid until 30th August 2019