Villages West April/May 2021

The Village Directory Apr/May 2021 Edition • Issue 149 • Royal Mail

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Welcome Hi everyone, I hope you’re all well and just itching to get back to some sort of normality. I’ve already booked my hair appointment and I’m keeping everything crossed that my niece’s wedding goes ahead in June, it’s been moved twice!

We’ve lived in the same house now for over 30 years and during the interminable lockdown that we’ve been living through for the last few months, I’ve tried to make the most of the time by having a clear out.

I will keep my language family friendly, but wow, we’ve bought some, err, ‘stuff’ over the years. My son is 25 but I have a cupboard full of toys from his childhood. I can’t bear to throw out things that are perfectly serviceable.

Still one man’s rubbish is another man’s gold as they say and thank goodness for the community Facebook and Freecycle groups which are great for recycling and Gumtree and Ebay for shifting anything that still has value.

Rather than let any resale profits go into the dayto-day bank account (aka ‘the black hole’) I’ve made a point of putting the money to one side.

As soon as we are allowed, I’m planning to spend that extra cash at local pubs, restaurants and retail outlets.

Clearly this will be fun for me, but the local element is the really important aspect here. Spending in our own area is so much more than just helping a business owner return to profitability. Those businesses are employers of people and a higher percentage of young people too. They also use local trades and services which breathe life into our community.

Finally, for your own wellbeing, it’s time to reconnect with other human beings. You don’t meet other people spending your money via your computer or phone. Feel good and do good by keeping it local.

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Look out of your window at your lawn and you’ll probably see that it has suddenly taken off and is growing rapidly. This means that now is the perfect time to get to grips with a bit of spring maintenance. True, your lawn will survive without it, but if you want it to look a good deal better than average, then get your skates on!

In most areas temperatures should have evened up a little and the soil in beds, borders and under your lawn should hopefully not be wet and soggy.

Grass needs regular mowing from now on; in some areas this may mean once a week, so make sure that the mower blades are good and sharp. On so-called utility lawns you will need to cut to about 2.5cm or 1”, while on higher grade smart lawns cut to about 1-1.5cm.

Lawns benefit from a specially formulated spring feed at this time of year to encourage good strong growth and strengthen the grasses up after any winter setbacks. If you use a granular formulation, make sure that you water it in well if you cannot time the job so

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that the rain does this for you!

Give yourself a bit of a workout too and scarify the lawn. This means using a spring-tined rake to pull out any accumulated debris or thatch from the base of the grasses. This allows for a better flow of moisture and air, thus ensuring that the grass grows stronger and more healthily.

If your lawn has developed a lot of moss (especially likely if it has suffered compaction, is shaded or has been particularly wet), then apply a proprietary moss killer before scarifying. Use a combined feed and moss killer to save yourself

The Garden time if you like, but whichever product you choose, make sure that you leave the specified time between applying the treatment and raking the dead moss out. If you don’t, the moss problem could become a lot worse, as you’ll spread the pieces of living moss as you rake.

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Worm casts may be there in abundance now too, so if necessary simply use a besom or brush to brush them away or distribute them over the lawn.

It is also worth sorting out any stepping stones that have sunk too low or become uneven. Use a spade to ease them out of the lawn and lift and readjust the level beneath before replacing them.

It may sound as if there’s a lot to do, but remember that every hour spent now will make a huge difference to how the lawn looks for the rest of the year!

Humps and bumps in the lawn or indeed any other sort of uneven surface can be dealt with now, but you will need to get this done promptly, just in case the weather gets hot and dry soon. A minor problem can be dealt with using a sandy top-dressing mixture, but if there are some prominent problems then use a sharp spade to cut an ‘H’ shape over the bump or hollow. Now carefully peel back the turf and then remove or add soil as necessary before replacing the turf flaps, firming well and providing a good drink.

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y name is Buster and my company The Lawn Whisperer undertakes seasonal lawn care work at residential and business properties in Ashford, the local villages and across the county.

I’d like to offer three basic tips regarding Spring lawn care so that you can get the best from your garden naturally: 1.

Fill the gaps: Weeds and moss will take advantage of any weak or balding areas; grab a bucket and mix up some hardy perennial rye grass seed with a top soil, rake the target area and patch the bare spots. Hope for daily rain showers and water well when it doesn’t!

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Edges: Tidy the edges of your lawn with a string trimmer or edging iron, take before and after photos – it makes a huge difference to the overall appearance.

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Mulching – Use a mulch plug or dedicated mulching mower and give your grass natural nutrients. Mulch cutting leaves tiny, almost invisible clippings to break down into the soil.

The added advantage is there will be no grass to collect and dispose of after cutting.

It definitely requires patience to improve or revive your grass but it is often the case of a little TLC making a big difference.

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I am now fully booked for Spring renovations but welcoming new customers for one off or fortnightly lawn mowing, which is my speciality. Having your grass cut at the correct height with a sharp blade is a great defence against weeds, moss and pests.

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Practical and attractive, carpets made from natural fibres look great and have strong eco-credentials.

An alternative to conventional carpets, natural fibre floorcoverings are highly sustainable with good insulating and soundproofing qualities. The rougher the surface, the more hard-wearing the flooring, giving a trade-off between durability and comfort (unless the fibres are blended with wool for softness). With an appealing texture, these floorings come in a variety of shades and interesting weaves.

All natural floorings benefit from specialist, professional fitting, with a good quality underlay, and a stain-protection treatment. Regular vacuuming (just suction, no beater bar) will keep them in good shape, though some types can be susceptible to water-staining, so check with your A jute rug makes a gorgeous textural contrast against this concrete-effect kitchen floor. Impressive Concrete Wood Light Grey Laminate, £27.99 per square metre; Jute Natural Circle Rug, from £59.99; both Carpetright: 0330 333 3444; carpetright.co.uk.

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Sisal Hard-wearing and good looking, sisal is derived from the sustainably farmed succulent Agave Sisalana. It is anti-static, non-toxic and biodegradable, and a popular choice for its combination of durability, broad range of colours and variety of weaves. It can be used in most rooms, whether high or low traffic.

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Achieve a rugged, rural look that is practical as well as attractive with a sisal carpet. Country Living at Carpetright Sisal Pentel, £39.99 per square metre, Carpetright, as above.

Seagrass Seagrass’s shiny surface makes it slightly slippery, so it’s not suitable for use on stairs.

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Jute Jute flooring is made from the fibrous inner bark of a giant tropical herb that is closely related to hemp; in Europe it’s also called hessian. It can be woven in a variety of styles. Both anti-static and fire-resistant, jute is the softest underfoot of all the natural fibre floorings. Prone to wear, it is ideal for low-traffic bedrooms and snugs and should not be used in moist or humid spaces, where it would mark and deteriorate.

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Visit safely, to book an appointment please call 01622 805 857 or visit lediangardens.co.uk Upper Street, Leeds, near Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1RZ

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Makes 12 Ready in 1 hr 10 mins, plus cooling INGREDIENTS • 300g rhubarb, trimmed and chopped (see Tips) • 25g icing sugar, plus extra for dusting • 175g unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing • 175g caster sugar • 3 large eggs • 175g self-raising flour • 1 tsp baking powder • 50g ground almonds • 1 tbsp milk

This easy all-in-one almond-flavoured sponge with a sweet and tangy rhubarb topping can be served warm with cream or custard or enjoy a slice with a cup of tea or coffee.

1. Preheat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas mark 4. Grease a 23cm square shallow cake tin and line the base and sides with baking paper.

Toss the rhubarb and icing sugar together in a bowl and set aside.

2. Place the butter, caster sugar and eggs in a large mixing bowl.

Sift over the flour and baking powder. Using a handheld electric mixer, beat for 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy. Fold in the ground almonds and milk.

3. Turn the mixture into the prepared tin and gently level the surface with a palette knife. Scatter the rhubarb evenly over the top.

4. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the cake is risen and springy to the touch. Leave to cool in the tin for 10-15 minutes then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or cold dusted with icing sugar.

TIP Choose thin stems of pink forced rhubarb for this recipe and chop into small even-sized pieces.

Add 1-2 tbsp drained and chopped stem ginger to the sponge mixture, if liked.

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Serves 4 Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 23 minutes, plus cooling INGREDIENTS • 125g/4½ oz asparagus • 1 handful of frozen peas (30g) • 2 spring onions, chopped • 60g/2¼ oz smoked salmon, cut into small strips • 4 eggs, beaten • Sea salt and ground black pepper

These colourful savoury muffins are easy to make and are delicious served warm for breakfast or cold for lunch with a salad. Asparagus is a fabulous healthy seasonal food to include, being rich in B vitamins and antioxidants like vitamin A, C and E. For a vegetarian option swap the salmon for some feta cheese.

1. Preheat oven to 200C/400F/gas mark 6 and grease and line 8 cups of a muffin tray with paper muffin cases.

Blanch the asparagus in a saucepan of boiling salted water for 2–3 minutes until just soft. Drain, then cut into 1 cm/½ in pieces using scissors.

2. Divide the asparagus, peas, spring onions and smoked salmon among the paper cases – they should be threequarters full. Beat the eggs in a jug with some salt and pepper, then pour into the paper cases.

3. Bake in the centre of the oven for 20 minutes or until the muffins are golden and just firm in the centre. Leave to cool for 5 minutes before removing them from the tray.

Serve hot or cold.

Gluten Free, Dairy Free Nutrition per serving (2 frittatas) 110kcal, fat 6.3g carbohydrates 1.6g, protein 11.2g

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Spring at last! The start of abundant growth in grass, flowers and delicious and colourful produce.

Spring Onions Although supermarkets sell spring onions throughout the year, the youngest and most tender onions are usually found in spring and early summer. They are natural antihistamines and have antibacterial and antifungal properties.

Peas With a very short growing season of just a few weeks, fresh peas are a real seasonal treat that makes them all the more special. They contain a variety of vitamins and minerals including vitamin C and K. They are considered an excellent anti-inflammatory food.

Mint Making a perfect pairing with April’s new potatoes and peas, fresh mint is a freshtasting and easy-to-grow herb. If you are after an early-season cocktail, the lime and rum mojito needs fresh mint every time.

Asparagus Fresh asparagus will be bright green with no signs of shrivelling. The tender tips may have a purplish cast, but they should be firm and tight, never mushy. Asparagus contains vitamin K, essential for healthy blood clotting and is a rich source of vitamin C, which boosts your immune system.

Rhubarb The rhubarb season starts in March, so by April the season is well under way. It prefers a cooler climate so is perfect for the UK. Rhubarb is an excellent source of vitamin K, which is an essential vitamin for bone health and blood clotting. Traditionally used in pies and crumbles, rhubarb stalks can also be eaten raw and used in chutneys.

New Potatoes Early season potatoes have thin, flaky skins and don’t need to be peeled. The Jersey Royal variety is considered the best due to the island’s unique microclimate, soil and environment creating the perfect conditions for this special spud to flourish for a threemonth seasonal window every spring.

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The Retreat Animal Rescue & Sanctuary High Halden

www.retreatanimalrescue.org.uk The Retreat was born in 1989 out of frustration at the way the human race treats animals. A rescue centre which would save tormented, abused, sick, injured and unwanted animals from certain death was therefore founded.

Some of our residents include: ex-race horses, ex-riding school ponies, injured live export sheep, cows saved from slaughter, ex-petting farm goats, injured birds, ferrets, Christmas turkeys, worn-out battery hens, disabled nonreleasable wildlife, fish, small domestics, old or feral and FIV cats, and dogs who have failed other dog homes.

Retreat's facilities and where possible, animals are re-homed in permanent, loving homes.​ The Retreat operates a genuine no-kill policy.

Our site accommodates our main rescue centre and, wildlife hospital to deal with most animal intakes and emergencies, together with our permanent horses, cows and sheep residents.

We now have ample room to care for more animals, our intensive and equine re-homing centre, along with care-for-life wildlife and exotics.

The number of animals being cared for by The Retreat is over 1,000 at any Animal Rescue Sanctuary & Education one time.

1,250+ Animal Residents Due to Covid restrictions we 20,000+ Saved in 30 years are currently closed to the Daily costs excl. vets are £500 public but when we re-open Volunteers and Donations are welcome, we have a newly refurbished Café - Restaurant where you visit our website or call 07514 114613 The Retreat, Brickyard Farm, Cripple can try our vegan delicacies.

Our Thrift Shop is where Hill, High Halden, Kent, TN26 3LJ you can find lovely second hand items from clothes to behaviour tests in decorative stuff for home.

​ e offer specialised care for the animals who we W take in. We are a not-for-profit organisation and all the Trustees and most of the volunteers being vegan.

All funds raised go to the welfare of the animals, being cared for. We also use the funds for The

When current restrictions are lifted it will be possible to stay at our Lodges to fully experience life at The Retreat. You will have a great time!

Please note we are all-vegan rescue and sanctuary so please do not bring any non-vegan foods and drinks during your visit.

This article is jointly sponsored by local supporter Lisa Lauren and The Village Directory.

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