Villages South Dec & Jan 2022 by The Village Directory

The Village Directory Dec &Jan 2022

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Welcome Hi everyone, I hope you are all well, welcome to the Christmas / New Year edition. This time last year I was buzzing, we had put Lockdown behind us, and I was ready to shop ‘till I dropped! I’ve since learned not to “count my chickens”, or in my case, turkeys. I have two in my freezer from last Christmas, and if it turns out to be just the three of us again, I’ll be searching the internet for imaginative things to do with a turkey (no comments on a postcard please!). On the positive side, there was plenty of Christmas Pudding to go round, and only two of us to eat it! I may have had a little more than I should! Bearing that in mind I’ve decided to prepare for this Christmas by trimming down a little first. Just last week I went on a long Sunday walk with my husband. He’s used to walking for miles, I’m not, so I was shattered as we walked down the lane next to our home. As I was considering how much I needed to put my feet up, I looked up to see a large, brown bull standing in the middle of the road, horns at the ready, blocking our way home! My husband told me to turn around and walk back the way we had come. I walked as fast as I could, thinking that running might not be a wise thing to do. Too scared to turn to look, I asked my husband if it was following us. He said “Yes, it’s running after us, run!”, I was so scared. Two ladies on horseback behind us also turned back the other way. I was franticly looking for a gap in the hedge that we could climb through, but thankfully it gave up the chase. We then had to find footpaths across the fields to get to our home. It was a new first in my life, although I wouldn’t recommend it as a “tick-in-the-box” moment for anyone! I really do think I earned all the Christmas Pudding I can eat for this year! Until next time please stay safe and have a wonderful Christmas.

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Ornaments - Any fragile or particularly sentimental ornaments should go higher up on the tree so your dog doesn’t go for them. Apart from the loss of your lovely decorations, they could be a choking hazard or cause paw or mouth injuries. This seasonal parking offer is in addition to the existing free parking scheme that is available in selected council-run car parks at certain times, e.g. free after 3pm in Edinburgh Road and Elwick Place. More details can be found via our website - https://www.ashford.gov.uk/parking/generalparking/free-parking-in-the-borough Cllr Peter Feacey, Portfolio of Community Safety and Wellbeing said: “It has been another tough year for many of our local retailers so I’m pleased that once again we are able to offer free parking in Ashford and Tenterden on the run up to Christmas. “The festive season is one of the busiest shopping periods of the year, and Ashford and Tenterden have a lot to offer shoppers. We encourage residents to support their home town by doing their Christmas shopping locally and help boost trade for our hardworking, home-grown businesses.”

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Anyone with a garden can start right away, as we should all be nurturing nature so that biodiversity can triumph. You need to select plants with ample benefits for insects, allow wood piles and untidy areas to become part of the border, and use vertical fences and walls for further planting.

The gift that keeps on giving There’s no better time to start giving to nature on a permanent basis. Most of us could improve our habits, so that we give more than we take. Within around two years, new developments in England will be expected to demonstrate that their projects will increase biodiversity by at least ten per cent. Known as Biodiversity Net Gain, this is a big change from what happens at the moment. The new Environment Bill will make it necessary for developers to use ecological features and environmental enhancements to protect and improve existing natural habitat and green infrastructure.

Best plants for wildlife Most gardens have room for a tree, if only a small one. Trees and shrubs can support a remarkable number of living things, so if you only have time to plant just one thing in your garden, make it a tree, a shrub or something that provides positive benefits for small creatures. If you have a little more time, a mixed hedge is just about the best you can offer wildlife. Betula: there are 521 species of invertebrates that are known to feed on birch trees and more than 100 of these are exclusive to that particular type of tree. Sorbus, the rowan tree: provides food for at least 160 species of insect and, of course, birds and small mammals love the berries. By Caroline Knight: Gardendesignideas.co.uk

The Garden Malus, the native crab apple: provides homes for at least 90 insect species. Many different insects visit the spring blossom, then birds and other creatures eat the fruits. Even ornamental varieties of this delightful tree provide rich biodiversity benefits.

Purple and blue flowers are best for bees! buddleia, catmint, lavender, pulmonaria, penstemon, allium and purple-flowering hardy geraniums can all be seen clearly. Ensure there is something flowering from early spring right through to autumn and even winter.

Amelanchier, the June berry or serviceberry tree: has something to offer wildlife during several seasons. Early spring flowers for pollinators make this small tree look like a white cloud. It also provides multiple nesting opportunities for birds and juicy berries during the late summer.

Butterflies love hebes, sedum (Hylotelephium varieties), Verbena bonariensis, Origanum, Erysimum ‘Bowles Mauve’, buddleia, scabious and many wild flowers such as knapweed.

Conifers: really are worth having! Some have earned negative press over the years but this doesn’t detract from their value to wildlife. There’s probably no better tree for providing nesting sites and protection for a wide range of creatures. Flowering shrubs and perennials: choose single flowers over double, every time. They have an open shape that allows access for the pollinators and nectar-drinkers. Look for yellow stamens within a flower; these will support insects.

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Style a festive table for delicious meals with family and friends Carefully setting and dressing the dining table for a Christmas meal is part of the ritual of Christmas Day. It is best to plan ahead, consider how to achieve the desired look and what key ingredients are required. The theme can be simple and natural, in muted, neutral colours or sparkly with white and silver, frosting and tinsel. A classic look employs red, gold and deep green, while a modern effect might use pastels or neons. Stick tightly to the theme so it all looks unified. If your dining table is not up to scratch, use a tablecloth to disguise scratches, stains and separate tables butted together – plain white cotton or unbleached linen are classics.

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Decorate with a lace, embroidered or scalloped trim, or opt for a festive all-over Christmas pattern. Perhaps add a slim runner along the table, either of ready-made fabric or with a narrow row of suitable decorations along the table – such as an evergreen garland with pine cones and berries, micro lights, tea lights in saucers, lanterns with candles, or floral displays. An alternative to a runner is a centrepiece, perhaps a classic wreath with candles, an arrangement of fresh flowers and foliage, By Katherine Sorrell

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Books make great presents, especially when you can borrow them back in January… Big Panda and Tiny Dragon – James Norbury Fans of The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse, and other illustrated books will love this new offering by James Norbury. Each of the handdrawn illustrations is accompanied by a short conversation between a panda and a dragon, offering words of wisdom we can all learn from. A book to treasure and to dip into time and time again.

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Great Kentish Stories Malcolm Horton

Who would have thought that the cradle of British aviation was the unfashionable Isle of Sheppey or the greatest technological change in printing computer typesetting first took place in Europe in the small town of Westerham in 1965 and that the first and only recognised American Princess is buried in Gravesend and that the poet who wrote the first sonnet was not Shakespeare but Sir omas Wyatt of Allington Castle near Maidstone, reputed lover of Anne Boleyn. ese are just some of the short stories contained in this unique book. Read and discover Kent’s best secrets.

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Great Kentish Stories is a collection of twenty essays about people and events that have largely been neglected by historians but are part of Kent’s rich tapestry as the gateway to England featuring the eccentric, bizarre and outrageous people who have lived and passed through the garden of England. is book concentrates on the strange tales surrounding these extraordinary people and events that you won’t find in the conventional guide book.

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Buying for a fan of historical fiction? Exiles is a solid choice. Several Freckles – Cecilia Ahern characters’ lives become entwined when pregnant Evangeline is Allegra has made a life for herself in Dublin, working as a traffic warden sentenced to hard labour in Australia in 1840. On the ship, she meets with a sideline as an artist’s model. She enjoys the routine and the rules, teenage Hazel. Meanwhile, Mathinna is faced with losing her family and but she’s in Dublin for a reason and needs to pluck up the courage to indigenous community when the governor and his wife decide she needs see her mission through. A chance encounter with an angry driver makes ‘refining’. A rich, multi-layered story with some shocking plot twists, The Allegra re-evaluate her life and gives her a new purpose. A light-hearted, Exiles is the perfect book for curling up with on Boxing Day. humorous tale with some darker undertones, Freckles is sure to appeal to a of readers. Allrange In – Billy Jean King

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Ashford Model Railway Club is inviting new members to join us on Wednesday evenings from 7-9pm. We meet at The Barn, behind Willesborough Windmill The Club was formed in 1978 and in early years met and operated from Kennington Sports Pavilion, eventually moving to Willesborough Windmill in 2013. The aim of the Ashford Model Railway Club is to provide an environment where like minded individuals can indulge in modelling and running railway layouts. Building locomotives, rolling stock and landscapes in various scales and gaining knowledge and expertise from each other, enables our members to practice their own techniques and ideas. The impact of the Covid Pandemic has affected everyone on the planet and we find ourselves in a position where we need to build up the club starting with the recruitment of new members. Paradoxically the pandemic and the imposed lockdowns and restrictions has encouraged and introduced many people to railway modelling. The interest and latent skills that many have discovered can now be extended further by joining other like minded enthusiasts. The Ashford Model Railway Club welcomes everyone with an interest in modelling generally, with a desire to create and build miniature examples of the real thing or an imaginary location. We have an N gauge exhibition layout under construction and we plan to build other examples, including a modular layout, where everyone can contribute with their wn module for display at our annual exhibitions. The range of subjects to model is infinite and as well as the iconic steam era the latest HS2 may well be a popular future project and could even be completed before the full size example takes to the rails. The

development of DCC train control has enabled realistic running with all the bells and whistles but the budget modeller is also encouraged by exploring alternative ideas to create that extra realism. The use of scrap or repurposed materials is often the best and most cost saving option and plays its small part in helping the environment. In recent years 3D printing has made significant advances in both quality and abundance of designs and the club is fortunate in having a couple of enthusiasts who regularly produce some outstanding projects, mainly on a railway theme. The combination of miniaturisation and the love of computer design technology makes this form of modelling attractive to a growing audience; both help and support is readily available for those wanting to have a go. So if you want to bring your latest locomotives to run around the test track or just have a chat with railway minded people, drop in and see what we can

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Clubs & Societies Ashford Active Retirement Association (AARA).

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General club meeting on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. We meet at the SWAN centre Newtown from 2-4 pm. Other activities we have are walking club on the last Friday of each month, games afternoon on 1st Tuesday of each month, we have card and board games, plus indoor curling and more. We have a monthly lunch club, day trips and holidays. It’s for the retired and semi retired. Contact 01233 501372 for more information, or email ianjsharp49 @aol.com. Ashford Model Railway Club - We meet on Wednesday evenings at the barn café at Willesborough Windmill. between 7.00pm and 9.00pm, and the club would welcome new members. Club members are currently building a model of Rye in 00 gauge in the SR period. Contact Bex Nightingale on 07874 212188 or email bex. nightingale@gmail.com. for more details. Ashford Folk Dance Club meet every Wednesday afternoon 3.00pm - 5.00pm at Godinton Village Hall, Loudon Way, Godinton, Ashford TN23 3JJ. We promote English and American traditional folk dancing. New or experienced dancers, with or without a partner are welcome for light exercise for body and mind as well as fun and sociable for mature people. Do come and join our friendly club the first session is free. Contact Edna 01233 627 121 or emailashfordfolkdanceclub@gmail.com

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Wednesday afternoon 2-4.30pm at Aldington Village Hall. Fee £4 per session . Wear comfy clothes and nonslip socks if possible. Contact Anne Warrener 01303 812703. looking forward to seeing you! Aldington Corner Quilters is a long established group of friendly ladies meeting on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at Aldington Village Hall, 7.00pm - 9.00pm. We have a mix of beginners and experienced ladies who share their latest projects and ideas. We always welcome new members so if you are interested come along one evening and meet us. For more details contact Julie Coney - quirkyjules@gmail. com or 01303 813944 (eve).

Aldington & Bonnington Gardening Society

Following our Cheese and Wine event and the AGM, we will be forming a new committee. We also plan to issue a programme of events for 2022. For further details and requests to join the Society please contact Malcolm Mattocks 01233 721361 or email albogaso@ outlook.com Aldington Tennis Club We are a social / family Tennis Club encouraging all ages and abilities to play. Flood lights and coaching enable us to play all year with our members from around the local villages. All the information is listed on our web site www. aldingtontennisclub.co.uk

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Aldington WI on 3rd Mon every month. All ladies

The Heart of Kent Show choir helps Ashford teenager Oli Ross in cancer fight. The performance choir are renowned for spending many hours arranging and performing to raise in excess of £150,000 over the years for national and local charities. The family and friends of 15 year old Oli Ross have appealed to the public and the choir to help him win his battle with fighting a high grade brain tumour. His best chance of survival is immunotherapy vaccines currently only available in Germany, USA and Japan. The family are desperate to raise funds for Oli to receive this treatment in Germany and £40,000 has already been raised in a very short time, but an overall £100,000 is what Oli needs. The Heart of Kent Show choir will be performing their fabulous Christmas Cabaret Show by Candlelight on the 19th December at Bilsington Priory to help Oli. www.heartofkentshowchoir.co.uk gofundme Help Oli Fight Cancer! Ashford Concert Band Christmas Concert Friday 17th December 2021, 7.30pm St Mary's Parish Church, Ashford. Join the Band for a fun and festive evening of live music from stage and screen, plus a few yuletide favourites. Proceeds will be donated to local charities. Adults £7, Under 14s Free (must be accompanied by an adult) Tickets available from: www.ashfordconcertband.co.uk/ tickets, direct from band members or at the door.

welcome, 7 for 7.30 at The Walnut Tree, Aldington. Ashford Radio Aeromodellers, we have a field at Sellindge for flying seven days a week, and fly indoors in Ashford Market on various Thursday evenings during the Autumn, Winter, & Spring, please visit www.araclub.co.uk for more details, or phone Iain on 07956501510, or myself (Roger) 01233 627694. Arts Society Ashford (part of NADFAS). A great way to expand your knowledge of the arts, with inspiring monthly lectures given by some of the countries top experts, together with days of special interest and arts visits. All lectures are in Aldington Village Hall, usually on the third Tuesday of each month, from September to June. Membership open to all. www.ashforddfas.org.uk Ashford Model Railway Club - We meet on Wednesday evenings at the barn café at Willesborough Windmill. between 7.00pm and 9.00pm, and the club would welcome new members. Club members are currently building a model of Rye in 00 gauge in the SR period. Contact Bex Nightingale on 07874 212188 or email bex. nightingale@gmail.com. for more details.

The Brabourne and Smeeth Branch of the Royal British Legion We meet on the first Tuesday in the

month at the Brabourne Baptist Church, Plain Road. at 2.30pm. New Members and guests are always welcome. For further information please contact George Taylor 01303 812165 or Jenny Cooper 01303 813330 Brabourne & Smeeth Gardeners’ Society. We meet on the last Friday of the month at Brabourne & Smeeth Village Hall, 7.15 for 7.30 pm. (No meeting in December) During the year we have speakers, shows, plant sales, social events and trips to places of interest. Membership is £10.00 per person per annum. If you would like more information please contact our treasurer, Rick Smithson on 01303 812 740, email smithson.richard@yahoo.com or visit our website www.basgs.com. East Kent Morris Men Do you like dancing, beer, socialising, music, having fun? Why not try Morris Dancing? We are recruiting for new members. Weekly Wednesday dance practices at Mersham Village Hall, 8pm to 10pm; afterwards we practise drinking in the pub opposite! No experience required. Why not give it a try? Details from www. ekmm.org.uk or 01795 536 262 Lympne Short Mat Bowling Club meets every Mon & Thurs 7 00 pm to 9 30 pm September to May in Lympne Village Hall. It is a small, friendly, sociable club. Do come along and try your hand at an enjoyable, skilful game. Do come along you will be made most welcome. For further details call Joyce Groom - Match Secretary on 01303 230983/0750 652 5971 trevor_ groom@sky.com

Clubs & Societies Quilting Group held in the Oak Room, Smeeth TN25 6SA. If you are interested in quilting or patchwork why not come along and learn new skills and share your expertise with like minded people. Beginners and advanced levels are welcome. Bi-monthly meetings, for further information contact Marion on 01233 750319 Sellindge Table Top Sale the 1st Saturday of each month in Sellindge Sports & Social Club. Tables booked in advance are £5. 00 Each and on the day (If available) £8. 00. Telephone for more information 01303 813475. Refreshments are available and home made cakes. Smeeth W.I. We meet on the second Monday of the Month at 7.30 pm in the Brabourne & Smeeth village hall for further information do contact Joy Taylor 01303 813932 or Margaret Garret 01303 813932. The Get Together Club meet second Wednesday of the month in the Durling Hall, Sellindge from 2pm to 4pm. new members welcome. Stanford with Postling W.I. meet at 7.30pm in the Harry Margary Hall, adjoining Lympne Village Hall on the first Tuesday of each month, except August. We are a small, friendly group who love to welcome visitors or prospective new members. For any further details please contact Iona on 01303 238390 or Sally on 01303 812556 or dillons49@hotmail.co.uk Sellindge Line Dancing Club We are your local line dance club. We meet every Tuesday & Thursday. Are you interested in joining us? You don’t need a partner to line dance! 6.00pm until 7.00pm Entry fee is only £2.50. If you need to know more or to reserve your place, please ring Maureen for further details. 07989 210449 Shadoxhurst Flower Club are a small, friendly club who meet at 7.30pm in Shadoxhurst Village Hall on the first Wed of the month except January. No experience of flower arranging needed to join, just an interest in seeing blooms displayed advantageously. Demonstrators visit most months but members also enjoy workshops and an annual garden visit. If you would like to get to know us, please call the secretary on 01233 732212. Send your Clubs & Societies to events@thevillagedirectory.co.uk. Insert deadline 10th of the month prior to publication.

Brabourne Baptist Church

Plain Road, Brabourne Lees, Kent TN25 6QN Contact: Jerry Newson 01233 720511 David Bonnett 01303814437 or Geoff Thorpe 01303 813152 for any information during our Interregnum

Christmas Celebrations at Brabourne Baptist Church! Community Candlelit Carol Service: On Sunday

19th December at 4pm; You are warmly invited to join us to listen to inspiring Christmas readings and joyfully sing the Carols that accompany them. This service will be followed by Christmas refreshments: tea, coffee, mince pies, mulled wine and chocolate!

Oasis Café: On Wednesday 22nd December between 10am 12 o’clock. Come and enjoy the Christmas festivities and the Reason for The Season! As well as our usual tea and coffee, there will be light refreshments, mince pies, sausage rolls etc, served during the morning. Carols and Christmas songs will be played and sung to round off the morning.

Our Midnight Service on Christmas Eve will be at 11.45pm (30mins), a reflective time to welcome the new born King. Christmas Day at 10am. Traditionally, if you have a present to bring, please do so for a show and tell time!! Do come along wearing your Christmas jumper for a light hearted competition as to whose is the worst!!! Our Oasis Community Café continues every

Wednesday from 10-12md and is very popular with over 30 folk dropping in each week to enjoy a coffee or tea and other refreshments! Do come and see us!

Sunday Services: There is a regular service at 10.30am every week. Morning Worship is followed by free refreshments in the side hall.

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It’s all too easy to get stuck in a beauty rut. If you fancy trying something new, book yourself in for a skin consultation or mini makeover at a cosmetics counter. Or visit a few counters and ask for their recommendations. (You may get given some free samples to try at home.) You could also sign up for a beauty box subscription, like those by Birchbox, Glossy Box and Look Fantastic, which will give you the chance to sample lots of different brands.

Supercharge your bath

Who doesn’t love a soak in the bath on a cold winter’s night? Make yours a treat for your skin and senses with a handful of fragranced bath salts. Dove’s are a good choice. They’re made from pure sea salt to ease aching muscles, with added natural moisturisers to boost hydration. And you have a choice of three aromatherapy-inspired fragrances, at £6.99 from www.boots. com and www.superdrug.com.

Give your nails a break

Gels and acrylics are great, but your nails do need a rest now and then to recuperate. If your nails are feeling brittle, file them short to reduce the risk of breakage. Treat them to a weekly nailstrengthening treatment and a daily cuticle oil. If you want some colour, choose a gentle nail polish. Nailberry polishes (£15, www.nailberry.co.uk) are breathable and free from alcohol, phthalates and harsh chemicals.

Feed your skin

Boost a healthy diet with a vitamin supplement. Manifesto’s Beauty gummies (£39.90, www.manifesto-nutrition.co) are a good choice as they’re packed with vitamins and antioxidants and taste great. The hero ingredient is astaxanthin, which has been found to improve skin’s elasticity. There’s also zinc, biotin and Vitamin A to help strengthen your hair and nails, collagen boosting Vitamin C, and other ingredients your skin will thank you for.

Use SPF

Your skin doesn’t need to be at risk of burning to be damaged by UV rays. So it’s important to protect it all year around. A good facial sunscreen shouldn’t feel greasy or block pores. Alternatively, you can just opt for a moisturiser with added SPF, but to get the full benefit, you may need to use more than usual.

Treat your hair

If you struggle to find the time for a weekly hair mask, try an overnight one. JOICO’s Defy Damage Sleepover Treatment contains moringa seed oil to add shine and softness, along with other natural ingredients that help to strengthen hair and protect it from further damage. It’s non-greasy and you don’t even need to rinse it out the following morning. It costs £20 at www.lookfantastic.com.

Switch to green beauty

It’s simpler than you might think to make more eco-conscious choices. To start with, look for easily recyclable, zero-waste packaging. Check that the brands you use are certified crueltyfree. And swap disposable products for reusable ones, such as a bamboo razors, refillable deodorants and washable cleansing pads. To make life easier, buy from retailers that have strict eco policies, like www.biggreensmile.com, www.naturalcollection.com and www.lovelula.com.

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These are a popular snack with adults and children alike and are also a great energising boost before or after a workout – perfect as an afternoon pick-me-up or when you fancy a sweet treat. Make a batch of these and store them in the fridge or freezer. Preparation time: 10 minutes, plus chilling Cooking time: 2 minutes Makes: 20 Balls

1. Place the coconut oil and xylitol (or stevia) in a pan. Gently melt over a low heat, stirring to dissolve the sweetener. Allow to cool slightly, then tip into a food processor and add the nut butter. Process briefly until combined.

Ingredients • 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted • 3 tbsp xylitol or 1–2 tsp granulated stevia • 220g nut butter (cashew, almond or peanut) • 4 tbsp coconut flour • 60g vegan vanilla or berry protein powder • 1 tsp acai or goji berry powder (optional) • 50g dried berries (cranberries, cherries etc.) • Desiccated coconut, to coat

2. Add the coconut flour, protein powder and acai or goji berry powder (if using), and blend again to form a stiff dough. If it seems too wet add a little more coconut flour or protein powder. The mixture should be firm but soft. Add the dried berries and pulse briefly, just to break them up slightly. 3. Tip some desiccated coconut onto a plate. Take small spoonfuls of the mixture and shape into walnut-sized balls, then roll them in the coconut until coated on all sides. 4. Chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes to firm up before eating. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4-5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

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Solve the anagrams then put the words into the grid AHS HIS IRS OTW

AFOS IRST AEMSU ABLST

DESRR AGLSS ACIMOT APRSTY

ADEPRY ACHSTY AGHHPPROOT

Starting at 1 and finishing at 49, track your way from one square to another, either horizontally, vertically or diagonally, placing consecutive numbers into the empty squares as you go. Some numbers are already given.

2 4

7 6 8 9 7 3 1 2 7 9 1 HARD

Sudoku

9 1

5 6 8 5 3 9 2 4 2 6 4 #1

You have two minutes to find all the words of three or more letters that can be made from the letters above. Plurals are allowed, proper nouns are not. The 6-letter word will always be just a normal everyday word. 3 letters: 21 4 letters: 16 5 letters: 7 6 letters: 1

Sudoku

Easy

1 7 6 8 7 6 2 9 6 8 4 2 5 7 1 9 5 4 3 8 3 5 6 1 6 1 4 9 3 EASY

E H T R A W

2 4

7 6 8 9 7 3 1 2 7 9 1 HARD

Hard

9 1

5 6 8 5 3 9 2 4 2 6 4 #1

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Mini Cross

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Sudoko Easy

Hard

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