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VINE DINING 20 VINE DINING This month, Vine stopped by on the opening night of Côte’s new restaurant in Sevenoaks to check out their delicious Parisianinspired menu 22 ALFRESCO DINING Vine looks at what’s on offer at The Snail and The Stanhope Arms, from tasty lunches to swinging garden parties

FEATURE 18 PICK YOUR OWN Matthew Mallinson discovers Kent’s finest for going to ‘pick your own’ in the summer months, with apples from Castle Farm, asparagus from Ladysden and strawberries from Stonepitts 30 GREAT DAYS OUT Vine hand picks the Top 5 Free Days Out, such as a trip to Bewl Water or Camber Sands, for the adventurer on a shoestring budget 32 SUMMER SPRUCE UP Sian Lazell and Lucy Milner explore the latest trends for giving your house a summer makeover Cover shot: Lavender fields at Castle Farm, Shoreham by Thomas Alexander

PROFESSIONAL 14 GRAPEVINE We look back at our latest fantastic networking event, held at 7 Hotel Diner with mini burgers included and a great turnout from local businesses

HOME & GARDEN 41 GREAT VINE GADGETS Vine wrangles together the best and innovative gadgets for your phone, music and wine for anybody, on any budget 28 VINE STYLE Go long and be chic.

Whether it’s on your summer holidays or just a get together with friends at a barbecue, our stunning maxi dresses will suit everyone, no matter what your age

Hello and welcome to the July edition of Vine.

We’ve had a little bit more sunshine since our June edition and here at Vine, we’re not the type to give up hope! We’ve had a very busy time this month, what with tending to our very own vegetable patch here at HQ and the very successful Grapevine networking event, held in the gardens of the lovely St Clere estate.

So what can you look forward to in July? Well for starters, we’ve got all the newest trends that you’ll need to give your home a summer makeover: from brilliant bed linen to quirky little accessories for your kitchen and living room.

As always, there are our regular little snippets such as news from our local MP, our Sevenoaks Star and of course we couldn’t go without the brilliant (and sometimes hilarious) Top 3 Tweets from our lovely readers! (Page 12) Sencio are back to give us a lesson in looking leaner, feeling healthier and personalising your exercise and diet plan in time for the beach (Page 26) and we’re looking at that old pastime of going to Pick Your Own down at the farm. (Page 18) And for all those who like to keep active and have fun over the summer, we’ve managed to round up the cream of the crop. We have Jousting at Hever, festivals on the lawn and lots more amazing events lined up.

Even better, if you’re scratching your heads about what to do with the kids this holiday, our Top 5 Free Days Out (Page 30) will have you up and out the door in no time.

Have a fantastic summer!

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HEADLINES

Grapevine’s first wedding Grapevine, the biggest free networking event in Kent, organised and staged by the Vine team, has produced its first-ever wedding. Two attendees, Laura and Russell Burton-Lawrence, exchanged vows on 3 June at Tunbridge Wells registry. The couple met for the first time at September’s Grapevine event, held at Chartwell in Westerham.

Laura, a publisher and Russell, a barrister broker, were introduced through a mutual friend and for Laura it was love at first sight. The pair exchanged business cards and after a few emails and encounters, Russell soon realised the feelings were mutual. It was only three weeks later that Laura and Russell tied the knot at Tunbridge Wells registry office and found an old couple that morning to be their witnesses.

We wish them all the best!

A good kick-about The hugely popular Breakfast Friends’ networking event recently saw the arrival of the world’s top football choreographer.

Having played as a professional footballer, Mike Delaney is the man behind some of the most famous football adverts to be aired. Mike has worked with the biggest names in football from David Beckham to Cisse and Zidane, teaching the stars the intricate tricks seen in the likes of advertisements for Adidas and Puma. Breakfast Friends were lucky enough to have him demonstrate an impressive choreography session at their latest networking event, held at the 7 Hotel Diner in Halstead.

Their next networking event will be on 19 July at the newly opened Côte restaurant in Sevenoaks.

Sevenoaks’ students competition success Pupils from a Sevenoaks school have won two county heats to reach the South East final of the national Young Entrepreneurs Competition. The 16 and 17 year olds set up an online personalised T-shirt company last September. Mr Carey, the students’ teacher, attributes their success to their diverse range of skills and high levels of enthusiasm. The south-east final takes place on the 20th of June with the England and Wales national final later in July. Good luck lads!

Mousetrap celebrates 25 years Ladies’ fashion boutique Mousetrap celebrated 25 years of trading on Saturday 8 June. Storeowner Vicky Dennis said: “It went amazingly well. We had a really good turnout of friends and customers.”

Vicky created a window display featuring original products from 1988, the year the shop opened. A voucher for £250 went to raffle winner and delighted regular customer Kelly; and the celebrations continue with Vicky’s mother and business partner Pat, celebrating her 75th birthday later this month.

Man behind the music Classic FM’s long-standing morning presenter John Suchet will be holding a lecture on his new book about Beethoven. The Man Revealed is Suchet’s sixth book on the influential composer and with a lifelong fascination of classical music, his research dates back as far as 1990. The talk will be held at St Bartholomew’s Church, Otford, on Friday 19 July. Tickets priced at £8.

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Our founder, Owen Hunnam, was crowned Young Entrepreneur of the Year at the KEiBA Awards last month. At a glitzy awards event at the Kent Showground in Detling on 27 June, over 550 guests gathered to celebrate business achievement across the county. Owen thanked his business partner, Charlie de Rusett, and the rest of the talented and creative 17-strong team at Vine.

Six young people from The House in the Basement youth café, have secured £4,000 to start Sevenoaks’ first ever youth magazine. The café on London Road has been open a year and they are hoping the magazine will promote young people’s voices that, according to their Facebook page, “need to be heard”. The name of the magazine is yet to be decided upon.

An amazing total of four Sevenoaks residents have been mentioned in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List. In addition to Patricia Lovett’s MBE award for heritage crafts, Vine would also like to congratulate Mark Benedict Harrison and Heather Penelope Pegrum, for services to charity and Sarah Jane Dunnett, OBE for services to the National Health Service.

The UK’s top stationery and card retailer Paperchase is to open a new store in Sevenoaks.

It will open on Thursday 4 July in the former New Look store on the High Street. Paperchase has over 130 outlets in the UK, selling design-led cards, notebooks and stationery. The company are advertising for employees for the new store. To apply visit www.paperchase.co.uk

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Get yourself down to Hever Castle on 18 July to see stars of Stand up for the Week, Last Leg with Adam Hills and Live at the Apollo, Josh Widdicombe and Seann Walsh. Comfortably seated in the castle’s open air Festival Theatre, you can watch two of the best up and coming comedians take to the stage and make you cry with laughter. With one nominated as Loaded Lafta Best Newcomer 2012 and the other described as a charismatic ‘natural motormouth’, you won’t want to miss it.

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MUST-LISTEN Described as “a beautiful slice of contemporary folk”, Mike Rosenberg, better known as Passenger, gives us his beautifully crafted album All The Little Lights. Featuring the stunning and distinctive Let Her Go, Passenger has managed to whirl together his poetical observations of life to create an album full of sentiment and fragility. Not one to be overlooked, All The Little Lights reminds us what it is to exist and is perfect for losing yourself in the moment. n Call the Compact Disc on 01732 740889

MUST-READ Out of the Bottle is an inspirational autobiography of hair-care entrepreneur Graham Webb. From a high school drop out, 62 job application rejections to battling spina bifida, his fascinating account explores his determination to succeed in the face of adversity. With tales of his unpredictable encounters with famous and influential musicians, Webb illustrates how he balanced his drumming career with building his own global brand from scratch.

If you’re a would-be entrepreneur, have ever faced struggles in your life, have ever had a dream or just value an insightful and entertaining read from an honest English gentleman, this book is for you! n Visit www.sevenoaksbookshop.co.uk

Sevenoaks Shakespeare Society presents an open air performance of the Bard’s best loved comedy of wit and romance, deception and dastardly plots, Much Ado About Nothing.

Starring Lawrence Watling and Lauren-Jean Reeves, the play will be held in the stunning grounds of the St Clere estate in Kemsing.

There will even be a special charity gala performance on 6 July, with pre-performance music and refreshments. So just pack up a picnic rug, bring some camping chairs, nibbles and bubbly and get ready to laugh the night away. n To book tickets visit www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk

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MUST-VISIT If you have a penchant for all things fast and furious, then the Brands Hatch Historic Superprix will probably rev your engine.

On Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 July, the famous race circuit will be opening its doors to a convoy of exquisitely crafted, post-war sports cars and saloons. Look on in heightened anticipation and excitement as they battle it out on the track – not for the faint-hearted, this event’s definitely one for the boys! n Visit www. brandshatch.co.uk

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Enjoy those balmy summer evenings with a cool refreshing pint? Then be sure to schedule a stop at The White Rock Inn Beer and Music festival on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 July. The event will host an eclectic collection of beer, music and food straight out of Sevenoaks. On Saturday, the kids will be kept entertained by fun and games whilst the dad’s drunkenly tackle the free boot camp. And on the Sunday, you can even take your pooch along for the White Rock Dog Walk, starting and finishing at the pub. n Visit www.thewhiterockinn.co.uk

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evenoaks School student, Alasdair Russell, won’t be spending his school holidays like the majority of other teenagers this year. That’s because on 19 October, Alasdair will be embarking on a mammoth expedition to raise funds for the Orchid cancer charity.

At only 15 years old, he is set to be the youngest person to climb Mera Peak in Nepal, which stands at a massive 20,000 feet high. The trek requires a lot of training but as a keen runner, swimmer and rock climber since the age of five, Alasdair’s not phased.

Alasdair said, “I usually train after school and sometimes during lunch. On average I’ll maybe run five miles a day and spend around two hours in the gym. My cousin was diagnosed with prostate cancer a while ago, so the issue is something very close to my heart. I’ve done similar climbs before in Sierra Nevada, California, so I’m not that nervous.

I’m really looking forward to it – it should be fun.”

Orchid is unique in the UK, focusing on male-specific cancers, helping to give advice and raise awareness through ongoing research. Alasdair hopes to raise £25,000 to fund a short film on how to talk to children about cancer for the charity’s website. Let’s help him raise as much money as possible for this great cause.

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After the Chancellor delivered his Budget last month in tough economic times, there is no doubt that things haven’t been easy for Britain’s families or its businesses since we came into office.

But what remains the same after two and half years, is that the Government’s dedication to tackling our country’s problems remains undimmed.

We have a three-point plan; firstly, dealing with our debts requires that we stop spending money we don’t have.

Although this is difficult, we are doing it in a way that protects the things most important to us – such as the NHS and pensions. If we don’t get our debts down now, we would just be leaving it to our children to pay and wasting billions on interest payments.

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on cutting tax rates to make British business competitive, slashing red tape and making Britain the place companies want to invest in.

Thirdly, we need to make it possible for those who aspire to work hard and excel in life, to do so. That’s why we capped welfare payments, took millions of people out of tax (the increase in the tax-free allowance this April is worth £450 to basic rate taxpayers), put families on the lowest energy tariffs and froze council tax bills.

We want people to feel that the Government is on the side of those who aspire. There are no miracle cures or easy choices–if there were, we would have taken them. It’s a long road but we are on the right track and making progress. We must not turn back to the failed ideologies of the past now. n Have a question for the MP? Please send to editor@vinedigital.co.uk

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FINANCIAL

LEGAL MATTERS

Nigel Taylor of NJT Accountancy discusses the options you have if you own a property overseas

The team at Warners Solicitors offer regular expert advice on topics relevant to our everyday lives. This month Jane Bohill advises on the new conveyancing forms

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nheritance tax allowances (IHT) in the UK are by far more beneficial than most European countries’ so why are we not utilising them to their full advantage?

If you own a property overseas, especially in Spain, then there is a ticking time bomb for inheritance tax where the property is based. Allowances in Spain are only €15,956; in the UK it’s £325,000, a big difference!

You also have to have a separate Will if you own a property to determine the beneficiaries of your estate.

An example is an individual who has a €400,000 villa in Marbella. On death it’s not the estate that pays for IHT but the beneficiary. The cost to the beneficiaries after legal fees would be approximately €66,000, compared to the property valuation of €400,000.

One way to reduce IHT overseas is to transfer your villa into a UK Limited Company where you own 100 per cent of the shares. Clever allocation of shares to family members will be able to reduce IHT further in the UK. By transferring your villa into a UK Limited Company there wouldn’t be any IHT to pay in Spain, there wouldn’t be any need to have a Will in Spain either and there wouldn’t be any legal fees to pay on death by the beneficiaries.

Transferring the Villa into a UK Company is easy and there wouldn’t be any transfer fees/ stamp duty or any local taxes to pay. The UK Company would then own the property investment in Spain, with the previous owners now being the shareholder/directors of the company. Certain costs to manage the property, like flights, car hire, water, electricity and gas

would be a tax-deductible item to reduce your tax bill here in the UK. Under EU Treaty a UK Company is only taxed in one jurisdiction, the UK, and no taxes are payable onwardly in Spain. A UK Company is not an Offshore Company as they are charged an annual tax by Spain of 3 per cent for not being part of the EU. This process can occur if you are thinking about buying in Spain or thinking about moving your asset to a UK Company.

Even if you have a mortgage in Spain attached to the property you can still request to move this mortgage to a new borrower (i.e. the Company), making sure that the liability will be paid off in full at the end of the loan term.

Now is the right time to change direction about your Spanish property and to plan ahead on IHT. You really wouldn’t want to leave a €66,000 bill behind, would you?

Nigel Taylor NJT Accountancy Chartered Certified Accountant

n For tax advice on overseas property contact NJT Accountancy on 01732 446462 or visit www.njtaccountancy.co.uk

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wo newly revised and exciting forms have recently been launched to help speed up the conveyancing process and provide more detailed information to the Buyer. Ok, perhaps not exciting for most, but these forms will have a positive impact on future conveyancing transactions.

The forms are the Property Information Form (TA6) and the Fittings and Contents Form (TA10) and are required to be completed by the Seller at the start of the transaction.

The Property Information Form requires the Seller to provide answers to an extensive list of questions which will enable the Buyer to have further insight to the property. It should also mean that the Buyer’s Solicitor will need to ask fewer extra enquiries thereby reducing the time taken to reach exchange of contracts.

These forms are a vital part of the conveyancing process and the Seller needs to complete these forms with care as the Buyer may be able to seek recourse from the Seller if the information is inaccurate.

The form highlights the increasing trend of some lenders reluctance to lend in certain circumstances. For example, the form now asks if there is any Japanese Knotweed present at the property. An affirmative answer could require Buyers to seek alternative mortgage assistance as some lenders’ may not lend if this invasive plant is present.

The form also requires a more in-depth answer in relation to flooding by asking the seller to state what type of flooding has occurred e.g. ground water, surface water etc. The Buyer is usually responsible for insuring the property on exchange of

contracts and this information is often required by the insurance company. The Buyer will need to ensure that the building insurance policy covers the Buyer for all risks required and, if there is a mortgage, complies with the lender’s requirements.

By providing this information to the Buyer at the start of the transaction it will hopefully ensure that these matters are dealt with sooner rather than later.

Exchange of contracts can often be delayed whilst Buyers scrabble around looking for suitable buildings insurance.

The Fittings and Contents Form has been updated to give a much clearer view of the items being included/excluded from the sale with space provided to insert proposed sale amounts to be negotiated between the parties directly or via the estate agent.

Anyone looking to sell their property should try and obtain copies of these forms from their Solicitor even before a Buyer is found so that time can be taken to complete the forms and assemble the supporting documents required. Obtaining this information in advance should help to achieve an early exchange of contracts. n For advice on all aspects of the law relating to buying or selling property, contact Jane Bohill on 01732 747905, or email jane.bohill@warners-solicitors. co.uk Follow Warners @KentSolicitors

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Need a fresh look for your summer holiday, the perfect outfit for a special occasion or simply some retail therapy? Discover an incredible choice of fashions at intu Bromley, with on-trend summer collections, stunning beachwear and gorgeous accessories in store. You’ll find all the top brands – including Karen Millen, Gerry Weber, H&M, Coast, Hobbs, Oasis, Massimo Dutti, Phase Eight, French Connection and Zara – plus designer labels including Jasper Conran, Matthew Williamson, Ben de Lisi and Henry Holland at Debenhams and Autograph and Per Una at M&S. Then, to complete your look, there’s stomping great footwear at Kurt Geiger, Sole Trader and Dune; blissful bling at Pandora, Swag and Trésor Paris; and handbag heaven at Accessorize, Boros and Aldo. If you won’t cope abroad without Facebook – or you’d prefer your own movie on the plane – then pop into Apple Store and pick up an iPad. All of this is available under one roof in oh-so-light-and-airy malls at intu Bromley, with direct access to further stores in Bromley’s thriving High Street (yes, some British towns still have them!).

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Available between 11am and 2pm, these tasty morsels mean that you can try before you buy.

A mouthwatering choice of eateries All that exercise in fitting rooms, people watching and gossiping can be exhausting, so take a well-earned break at any one of our 15 cafés, bars and restaurants. Visit Patisserie Valerie, Caffè Nero or Krispy Kreme for a mid-morning coffee and pastry, and then treat yourself to a delicious lunch at the likes of Café Giardino, Belgo or Joe’s Kitchen.

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Our intu Personal Stylist – based in the Style Lounge, located at the top of Regents Arcade on the lower mall – is on hand to make sure your shopping experience results in outfits that you will want to wear again and again (just picture your Bank Manager’s grin). In an exclusive twohour consultation, our Personal Stylist will provide a colour analysis and then – with your individual size, body shape and skin tone in mind – guide you through the season’s ranges and current trends.

Travel - less hassle As well as easy travel by car – straight up the A21 from Sevenoaks – and hassle-free parking, intu Bromley is just a five-minute stroll from Bromley South station. Why not let the train take the strain and enjoy a glass of wine (or two or – hic! – three) with your lunch?

There’s also free parking for Blue Badge holders, excellent disabled access and shopmobility facilities. Stores remain open until 6pm on weekdays and you can shop till 9pm on Thursdays.

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The fruit you’ve picked yourself is always the sweetest, because you’ve earned it

The fruit-picking season is in full swing this month. Matthew Mallinson takes a look at the best places in Kent to pick your own fruit this summer

vividly remember picking strawberries with my mum and sisters on warm sunny days as a child.

We’d all try to find the ripest, juiciest-looking strawberries we could and every once in a while a small argument would occur over who could find the best fruit – in my opinion mine were always the best. Inevitably we’d end up picking way more than my mother had intended and end up with nothing but strawberries to eat for a week. The fruit you’ve picked yourself is always the sweetest, because you’ve earned it.

Many farms across Kent will allow you to pick your own fruit and vegetables for a reasonable price, and it can be a great activity this summer.

Stonepitts Farm, Seal is renowned for its succulent strawberries, having grown them for over 50 years! Traditionally they grew three varieties of strawberries: Florence, Malling Pegasus and Eros. The strawberries will come into season around early July. Malling Pegasus is highly recommended, offering all-round flavour, with soft flesh. Stonepitts also grows four varieties of raspberry which should be ready towards the end of the month: Tayberry, Glen Ample, Malling Leo and Tulameen. Glen Ample won’t be available until mid season but produces exceptional yields of firm fruit that is attractive and excellently flavoured.

To celebrate 50 years of the farm in 2006, they added three new types of strawberry to their fields –

traditional Cambridge Favourite, sweet and juicy Alice and bright Belgium Hapil. Stonepitts Farm is open for picking now, running through to the start of August.

For delicious Kent asparagus head to Lower Ladysden in Goudhurst, near Tunbridge Wells. Asparagus’ season is almost over but if you come to the farm before the end of July you might be lucky enough to pick you own.

There are a lot of great uses for asparagus, whether steamed or grilled or used in a simple soup. There are also many herbal uses for asparagus, it being capable of helping in cases of nervousness, pain and urinary problems like bladder stones. Chris Kember said “once you have picked all of the fruit that you need we provide you with a free recipe card with some amazing uses for your produce”.

There is also a wide variety of fruit and vegetables on offer at Hewitts Farm in Orpington, many of which are available for picking.

Iain Morrison said: “All of what we grow is picked during the summer

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Visiting the Farms Stonepitts Farm Seal, Sevenoaks • TN15 0ER Open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 5pm.

For more information call 01732 762 983 or visit www.stonepitts.com

Lower Ladysden Winchet Hill, between Goudhurst and Marden • TN17 1JX Open Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 4pm.

For more information call 07954 969 870 or visit www.lowerladysden.co.uk

Hewitts Farm Court Road, Orpington • BR6 9BX Open 7 days a week from 9am to 6pm during the summer.

For more information call 07768 105 669 or visit www.hewittsfarm.co.uk

Castle Farm Shoreham, Sevenoaks • TN14 7UB Open Monday through to Saturday from 9am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 5pm.

For more information call 01959 523219 or visit www.hopshop.co.uk

Martin and Jackie Clews from Stonepitts Farm in Seal

season. All of the produce grown can be picked by the public, except for marrows, pumpkins and the selection of squash we also grow.” Their season starts this month; the first to grow are generally strawberries, gooseberries and spinach. In the months that follow coming into season will be thirteen varieties of eating apples including Cox’s Orange Pippin, Russet and Gala, and three varieties of cooking apple. Cox’s Orange Pippin is highly regarded due to its excellent flavour. Gala apples are sweet and firm with a mild flavour and a thinner skin than many apples, making them a popular choice.

You can also pick four kinds of pear and many breeds of plum, in addition to cabbage, broccoli, sweetcorn and dozens more kinds of fruit and vegetables. In fact out of all the crops grown at Hewitts the only produce that can’t be picked are marrows, pumpkins and squashes as picking these is quite complicated.

Later in the year, Castle Farm in Shoreham will have a great selection of apples available for picking, including the rare Norfolk Royals. Ripening in late August, the apple has a distinctive bright red colouring and a waxy appearance. You will find these apples sweet, juicy and bursting with flavour making the wait totally worth it. Also available are more traditional varieties such as Cox and Bramley.

Castle Farm produces great apple juice, using a combination of the sweet Norfolk Royals and the sharp taste of Kentish Bramleys to produce a refreshing drink.

Kentish cherries, which have a dark red colouring and a sour taste, will be in abundance during June. The farm is renowned for its hop gardens and vast lavender fields, which when mixed together make a great herbal sleeping remedy. The Castle Farm shop sells a range of sleep aids including scents, balms and teas.

Picking fruit is a great activity to do with the family this season, providing hours of fun. It can also make a great alternative dating option, providing a romantic setting especially on a warm summer’s day.

Delicious Recipes Eton Mess

Asparagus Soup

This variant on the English classic of strawberries and cream is a quick and easy dessert, serving four guests.

Make the most of your asparagus with this simple yet delicious soup.

Ingredients

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• 500g strawberries • 3 meringues • 400ml double cream • 1 tablespoon ginger cordial • 4 springs of fresh mint Puree half the strawberries in a blender, finely chop the remaining strawberries, saving four for decoration.

Crush the meringues until they are very small.

Whip the double cream until it thickens, then fold in the pureed strawberries and crushed meringue. When this is well mixed, add the chopped strawberries and ginger cordial, mixing well. Equally divide the mixture into four serving dishes. Slice the strawberries you saved earlier in two, using them to garnish your dessert with a sprig of fresh mint.

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil • 1 onion, finely chopped • 400g asparagus, finely chopped • 500ml chicken or vegetable stock • 4 tablespoons of double cream • A pinch of salt • A pinch of ground black pepper Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over a medium heat, add the onion and fry for four minutes until softened.

Add the asparagus and cook for a further two minutes. Add the stock and bring to a boil, seasoning with the salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to a simmer for around five minutes until the asparagus is thoroughly cooked. Add the cream and mix well.

Côte’s stylish new interior

CÔte Restaurant Sevenoaks Vine dropped in on the opening evening of Côte’s new branch in Sevenoaks to sample their refined French cuisine 01732 463 362 sevenoaks@cote-restaurants.co.uk 22 London Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1AJ

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ed by joint Managing Directors Harald Samuelsson and Alex Scrimgeour, Côte has finally opened its doors in Sevenoaks.

With a style emulating acclaimed Parisian bistros, the restaurant provides a brilliant setting, whether you’re planning an intimate dinner date, business talk over lunch or an easy going get together with friends.

Formerly the Dorset Arms, Côte’s new location recently underwent a full and immaculate refurbishment, consistent with the brand’s elegant standards. Where the pub’s beer garden used to be, now sits a beautiful, tucked away courtyard, making the restaurant one of those rare places where you can dine alfresco in Sevenoaks. When Vine dropped in to check out their new location on opening night last month, we were lucky enough to One of the delicious meals on offer at the restaurant

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Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or set promptly. Even better, the brand excels in its menu. One bottle of wine per table per visit. Main courses wine range where other restaurants fall short. must be ordered.

It’s highly unusual for restaurants to provide such high-end wines by the glass, without having to purchase a whole bottle, but this company do just that – and our Chablis definitely hit the spot.

With weekend specials and early evening menus, such as the offer of two courses for £9.95, there’s something to suit everyone, whether it’s a three-course meal or a lighter bite in the stunning but intimate courtyard.

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he saying ‘new brooms sweep clean’ certainly applies to the Stanhope Arms. Nestling comfortably beside the 13th-century St Martin’s Church in a peaceful backwater in Brasted, it’s ideally placed for walkers

and horse riders alike. If you are on foot with your favourite four legged friend bring him in, the Stanhope is very dog friendly. Alternatively, if you’re ‘hacking out’ you can hitch your horse outside the pub and have a bite to eat or drink in the well-manicured gardens or comfortable country bar.

With a refreshingly inspiring menu, you can choose from a fantastic range of

sandwiches, freshly baked baguettes and jacket potatoes or the Stanhope beef burger with bacon and cheese or enjoy more traditional dishes such as bangers and mash, cottage pie, home-cooked gammon, eggs and chips or succulent steaks and a great deal more.

For those enjoying their retirement years take advantage of our smaller appetite offer on some dishes and pay just £15.00 for two maincourse meals.

The Stanhope is the ideal place to laze away a Sunday afternoon, whilst enjoying an amazing roast dinner with all the trimmings either in the bar if you have pooch with you or in the comfortable dining room with log fire!.

Forthcoming attractions include a ‘Turf and Surf ’ night, a curry evening with a complimentary bottle of wine and a Summer Sunday ‘Alfresco’ dining experience, with jazz band and a Boules

pitch for those more energetic customers.

What’s more, our pub plays host to our very own sports teams: The Brasted Bat and Trap Team, The Brasted Wanderers, The Brasted Chart,Toys Hill Cricket Club and the local Ladies Keep Fit Club.

Visiting the Stanhope Arms certainly brings back memories of what a traditional pub used to be. From the decor and furnishings, to the superbly kept real ales; even the background music dating back to the big band days, the Stanhope really is a true touch of nostalgia.

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There are always events in the calendar including Murder Mystery Dinners (next one Friday 19 July); Beer Festivals (next one Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 July); Fringe Theatre, in conjunction with Louise Jameson (last Friday of every month); and a regular folk club.

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aving now been open for business for 10 months, here at The Snail we believe that we’ve finally achieved what we first set out to do. By having created a superb, relaxed atmosphere for our staff, we have been able to create the same scene for our customers. Our Sunday lunch menu is a real winner, giving you a choice of fantastic roasts and traditional British food. With a strong dedication to customer service, we strive to meet every individual’s needs. We welcome everyone, friends and families alike, hosting events for all ages throughout the entire year. So whatever you need, The Snail is bound to have it covered.

Jason Gibbons Sourcing the freshest local produce, new head chef Jason is the man behind The Snail’s tantalising, homemade food. Offering a range of classic and contemporary dishes, from roast pork to chorizo and Parma ham tagliatelle, Jason’s passion for customer satisfaction sees him creating a continuously evolving menu.

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Sat 13 July Treasure Hunt Bring the kids along for a day of scavenging and fantastic prizes to be won with a special Star Prize for one lucky hunter!

Sat 20 July The Return of the Clown Astounding circus tricks such as juggling, uni-cycling, fire breathing and an exclusive appearance by a magical clown Sat 31 AUGUST the grand garden summer party & spectacular balloon race Take part in our Balloon Race. Many raffle prizes to be won on the day and a Grand prize for the balloon that travels furthest

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A PERSONAL In the second part of our Summer Shape Up, Vine talks to Sencio’s Sevenoaks Leisure Centre about the benefits of personal training

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t can be hard to find a personal trainer nowadays that will treat you as an individual rather than a runof-the-mill client. At Sencio, the personal trainers are leading the way. With an attentive and motivating attitude to health and fitness, they’ll have you on track to your summer body in no time.

An Exclusive Service Using a personal trainer is a great way to achieve your goals in the most efficient and effective manner. The Sencio PTs will help you to push through barriers and achieve what you previously thought unachievable.

Sessions are fun, beneficial and based on an individual’s needs. Bespoke sessions are designed to suit every client and ensure they are getting the most from each workout. On top of this the Personal Trainers will keep you motivated and able to push yourself when working out on your own, enabling you to keep your workouts dynamic and productive.

What Should I Eat? When thinking about food, natural is always better. Your body is unable to break down processed food to use as energy – resulting in it being stored as fat. And if it’s muscle mass you’re after or you’ve had an injury, be sure to increase your lean protein intake by consuming more chicken and fish. Protein is key in building muscle and repairing anything that’s broken.

Benefits of Personal Training

Those with a trainer will achieve their targets whilst 90 per cent of those without a trainer will just give up!

In reality, training on your own is hard. It can be demotivating and tough to see the light at the end of the It’s important to devise an exercise plan specific to tunnel. A trainer is about having the support to your needs. The Sencio trainers understand that help pick you up when you’re down - to keep everyone is different and that a person’s you going through the hard times and the needs can change from day to day and good. At Sevenoaks Leisure Centre, even halfway through a session! There there’s always someone on hand to are three trainers at Sevenoaks answer questions and you can Leisure Centre each with their own take part in group exercises techniques. There’s Justin who another great way to have fun likes to focus on holistic methods and stay motivated!

Sign up as a member today and takes a scientific approach; and make the most of a free Billy who enjoys fast-paced and introductory personal training energetic sessions that keep you consultation* smiling; and Jo who is an expert in functional core training and fat loss, so there’s never a dull moment with a Sencio Personal Trainer and always a style to suit you.

Sevenoaks Leisure Centre has the latest gym equipment n Visit www.sencio.org.uk for more that you will use in conjunction with your trainer to information or call 01732 470700 to ensure that you are getting a workout that targets your arrange a free no-obligation tour of requirements, whether they are weight loss, muscle Sevenoaks Leisure Centre. gain or rehabilitation. You can also mix your personal Sevenoaks Leisure Centre, Buckhurst training sessions up with other activities offered at Lane, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1LW Sevenoaks Leisure Centre such as swimming, exercise *T&Cs Apply: not in conjunction with Summer Shape classes, trampolining, badminton or fencing.

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After my personal training session with Billy, I realised how effective it was in comparison to working out on my own. We discussed my target and how I could reach it in the three-month time frame I aimed for. I’ve lost 2.5 inches from my hips, 2.3 inches from my waist and 2.4 kilograms in weight

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e think this beautiful maxi would look perfect for a wedding reception or evening cocktails. With its slinky charcoal drape, mock-wrap hemline and stunning iris print rising from the hem, it is floral yet elegant. Pair with a beaded necklace and metallic sandals and you’re good to go.

The floor’s the limit with summer’s favourite dress, the maxi. Comfortable and ultra-flattering for all shapes, it can be dressed up or down.

Best of all, no leg waxing required!

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his shimmering turquoise and silver silk chiffon maxi would be perfect for any evening occasion. Jewel inspired colours were big this year and this turquoise would look gorgeous with a tan. Its exquisite detailing includes hand-sewn pearl beading and sequins on the waistband and a keyhole detail to the back. n Available for £139 from Monsoon, 5 Bligh’s Court, Sevenoaks.

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ztec prints have become a key trend this year, with warm colours and gorgeous geometric lines. This dress features an eye-catching cut-out neckline. Balance that busy pattern with a plain tailored blazer, shades and black heels. Or carry a woven beach bag for that holiday feel.

n Available for £32 from Dorothy Perkins, 137 High Street, Sevenoaks

A Clearer Future Discover the cutting-edge products and treatments The Skin Clinic provides to help you win the fight against acne

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cne affects 80 per cent of us at some point in our lives and is the commonest skin condition that people consult their doctor about. It is extremely important that treatment for acne is started at the earliest opportunity to avoid the risk of secondary scarring.

There are many treatments for acne that are safe and effective.

At The Skin Clinic Sevenoaks Dr Johanna Ward and her team have helped treat thousands of patients with acne and acne scarring.

The Skin Clinic has recently conducted a national clinical trial on

the management of acne with blue light therapy. Blue light, at a wavelength of 420nm, is clinically proven to kill the bacteria that causes acne and reduces inflammation of the skin. The trial has been published nationwide and in the words of Dr Johanna Ward, “finally gives

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blue light the recognition it deserves as an excellent treatment option for acne with no side effects.”

The Skin Clinic’s in-house skin shop stocks a wide range of cosmeceutical products hand-picked by Dr Ward that will treat even the most stubborn acne.

The clinic also has a state of the art Blue light machine and Hydrafacial which together deliver the most cutting-edge acne treatments.

The Skin Clinic Sevenoaks will be having an open evening 5-8pm July 25.

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n For more information on the treatment of acne or to book a consultation, call The Skin Clinic, Sevenoaks, on 01732 462844 or email enquires@ theskinclinic.org.uk

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ecently there seems to be a lot of confusion about artificial sweeteners and sugar alcohols.

What are they? Are they low carb? Are they good for weight loss? Are there health risks associated with their consumption? To put your heads at rest I have compiled some facts about the above products: Artificial sweeteners (the most common are: stevia, aspartame, sucralose and saccharin) essentially replicate the flavor of sugar without as many calories.

Most artificial sweeteners are actually as calorific as table sugar (sucrose) but because they are much sweeter tasting, you require much lower quantities to get the equivalent taste.

The good news…

Sweeteners can help reduce caloric intake, but be sure to read the label to check how much you are supposed to have to replicate the same sweetness as table sugar.

The bad news…

The best of a bad bunch…

Stevia rebaudiana. Stevia is extracted from a plant with incredible sweetening properties.

This is the only sweetener I would recommend, but I limit its use to one tsp/day. Try to limit your intake of other sweeteners to at most 2-3/week.

Unfortunately sugar in any form will always be detrimental to fat loss and when over-eaten will have a negative impact on fat storage and health. Additionally, the undigested portion or sugar alcohol may have detrimental effects on the gut, causing diarrhoea and GI distress.

THE BOTTOM LINE There is no magic pill that will result in fat loss and good health. Like most things that seem too good to be true, that is the case with these products.

Stevia is better than sugar but try to avoid other artificial sweeteners. Sugar Alcohols are just carbohydrate rebranded with slightly fewer calories and some nasty gut side effects. They shouldn’t be regularly consumed as part of a healthy diet.

Various sweeteners have been associated with fairly bad health implications. For instance Joe Birch, the sweetener aspartame Precision Nutrition Certified (consumed by millions in the form of Diet Coke) has been described as a “multipotential n For more advice give us a carcinogenic agent, even at a call on 01732 451979 or visit daily dose of 20 mg/kg body www.betterbodyshop.co.uk weight, much less than the Vine 90 x 40mm base strip Ad:Layout 1 20/04/2012 19:17 Page 1 current acceptable daily intake”.

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TOP 5 FREE

GREAT DAYS OUT Want a great day out for free? Here’s our top five destinations this summer

BIKE RIDES IN BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE There are excellent cycle routes in Kent that can be used for free to take in the lovely countryside.

Bewl Water, in Lamberhurst, has a circular track running right around the reservoir but at 12 and a half miles, it’s not

MODERN ART AT MARGATE For lovers of modern art, the new Turner Contemporary gallery at Margate is free and definitely worth a visit. One fascinating exhibition currently open to the public, featuring a giant Walrus and impressive mineral collection, is Curiosity: Art and the Pleasures of Knowing.Turner visited Margate throughout his life, capturing the colour and light of the Kent coastline.

The gallery is right by the sea so afterwards step outside to take in the amazing building that houses the gallery and enjoy a walk along the seafront. www.turnercontemporary.org

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bike, horseback or on for the timid! foot However, there’s lots of little beauty spots to stop off at for a picnic on the way round if you can’t face the whole route.

The park has a wonderful array of wildlife, plants and waterfowl as well as a children’s play-area and a place to park your trailer if you’re on horseback.. Whether you’re an adrenalin Junkie looking to do some water sports, or you’d rather relax by the water fishing, Bewl Water is definitely an active outing. www.bewlwater.co.uk

The Turner gallery at Margate

FAMILY FUN AT THE HOP FARM

The Hop Farm has its very own Anim al Village

With free entry every day throughout the summer (and a small fee for select attractions) The Hop Farm holds endless adventures to keep the kids entertained. They can choose to visit the Animal Village, play on fun fair rides or wear themselves out in the outdoor adventure area. They definitely won’t be bored. www.thehopfarm.co.uk

SUMMER SUN AT CAMBER SANDS Children love a sandy beach where they can explore long, open dunes, forage in rock pools and make sandcastles.

Camber Sands is perfect for a lazy, sunny day by the beach. The tide goes out a really long way giving plenty of room for playing on the sands and providing a shallow stretch of sea to paddle in.

Pack up a picnic, bucket and spades, suncream and a frisbee and head to the south coast for an old-fashioned and inexpensive day out.

If it’s warm, take blankets and sit on the dunes to watch the sun go down. www.eastsussex.gov.uk

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PLAY POOHSTICKS IN ASHDOWN FOREST

The dunes at Camber Sands

Enjoy wonderful views, great walks and fresh air in the Ashdown Forest. It is a great place to bring children: make sure you play Poohsticks and follow in the footsteps of the much-loved character Winnie-the-Pooh.

The forest is the largest free public space in the south-east of England.

It covers an area of 2,396 hectares and has been named a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its unique ecology. Stop for an ice cream or afternoon tea at some of the lovely tea rooms nearby. www. ashdownforest.org

Children playing Poohsticks at Ashdown Forest

GREAT DAYS OUT

Jousting Tournaments 13 - 14; 20 - 21; 26 - 28 July 9 - 11; 16 - 18; 23 - 24 August Celebration Joust 27 & 28 July English Knights v French Knights

SUMMER EVENTS 24th to 28th July - Model Boat Making 31st July to 4th August - Scavenging Imaginings 7th to 11th August - Face Painting / Nail Art 14th to 18th August - Jewellery Making 21st to 26th August - Yeti Clay Fun 28th August to 1st September - Bark Art Sunday 8th September - End of Season Family Fun Dog Show & BBQ.

• Knights of Royal England return • Thrilling displays of action, stunts, falls & galloping horses…

Cheer on your team - reds or blues?

Visit our website www.riverhillgardens.co.uk for more information.

Riverhill Himalayan Gardens, Riverhill, Sevenoaks, Kent. TN15 0RR. Tel (01732) 459777

For more information and open times call 01732 865224 Hever, Nr. Edenbridge, Kent, TN8 7NG

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This July, Vine discovers the latest trends for brightening up your rooms, letting a little bit more sunshine into your life and giving your home a makeover in time for summer

Drink Up

You’ve probably noticed a lot more wildlife hanging around your garden lately, what with the warmer weather. With these colour pop mugs from Joules, you can now have a bit of the wild dotted around your kitchen as well as looking extra stylish drinking tea with your friends at those summer tea parties. (£8.95 from Joules).

Beside the Seaside

Bedtime

Get some long-needed rest over your summer holiday in this stunning Jardin Bedding (£295 from Anthropologie.) With a blue-based design and intricate summer flower print fed through both pillows and duvet, it’s perfect for anyone wanting to give their bedroom a splash of colour without having to reach for the paint.

Lovely Listening

If you love dancing around the kitchen, this retro-style radio (£130 from Emma Bridgewater) is just the trick. Edged in a love heart pattern, it combines style with sturdiness, posing as a classic 20th-century wireless. Including both digital and FM radio, along with an iPod dock and clock radio function, it’s also portable (living on 15 hours’ battery life) so can look fantastic in any room!

This creative Row Boat Salad Bowl (£65 from Kaboodle) adds a nautical feel to a family meal. Paired with a set of oars, any salad feels ready to set sail onto the table. If it’s quirky culinary accesssories you’re after, then look no further.

Bits and Bobs

Want a trendy kitchen or living room without going over the top? Bright little accessories like these folksy-style tins (£12.95 from Bloomsbury & Co) are not only handy for storing away all the essentials, like biscuits, tea, sugar or even just little knick knacks, but also for livening up those otherwise boring and dull areas. Add them to you kitchen counter as an instant attention grabber.

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A building project, on any scale, can be stressful and disruptive if poorly managed. It’s crucial that you choose the right company for the job; one that will work smoothly by having the right people in the right positions.

Whatever type of building project you plan SC Services have a professional team to support you at every stage of the process.

HEAD OFFICE SUPPORT

SITE AGENT To check that you receive the highest quality building work, we appoint on-site agents for the supervision of tradesmen and occasionally sub contractors. Working in conjunction with you and the quantity surveyor, site agents make sure that the progression of building stays on track.

As well as insuring compliance to health and safety regulations on site, head office support deal swiftly with the administration of your contract, all related documents and guarantees. Any questions raised by our customers are dealt with in a professional and efficient manner by this department, who are always on hand in the office to take your call directly. Moreover, head office support are dedicated to sourcing and organising timely delivery of high end products and supplies straight to site and keeping our clients up to date on the process.

CLIENT Owner

QUANTITY SURVEYOR A full time Quantity Surveyor is instrumental to your project from the word go at SC Services. From the initial cost estimate to the final contract draft – our surveyor will work closely with designers to know your project inside out. Weekly on-site meetings are held with you, to chart the progression of the job and closely control all costs, so there are no nasty surprises. There’s no need for a middle man as we provide you with a direct contact number so you can speak to our surveyors directly.

Rob YouNg Rob Young, the owner and Managing Director of SC Services, has a solid background in the building industry.

With over 12 years’ experience in the trade, Rob is an expert at picking out the trusted and experienced tradesmen employed by the company. His pro-active and hands-on approach has made way for an impressive network of contacts, such as SC Services’ various suppliers, who all provide great products but at affordable costs.

For more information call 01732 820452 or visit www.scservicesltd.com

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FREELANDS TILES factories all over the world.�

With a tile showroom in Dunton Green, the friendly and knowledgeable staff at Freelands will ensure you choose the perfect tiling solution for your home.

With free local delivery, friendly and professional service, a fully stocked showroom and a huge choice of tiles and accessories, Freelands Tiles have placed themselves a step above the rest.

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ince opening in 1999, Freelands Tiles of Dunton Green have been supplying quality tiles and have built a solid reputation in the area for outstanding customer service, great choice and competitive prices to both trade and retail customers.

Peter Bale, Partner in the business, boasts 25 years in the tile industry. He says, “because we are independent we are able to offer a more personalised service to our customers. We have more tiles on display than any showroom in the area. We have exclusive ranges on display and we deal with many of the leading tile suppliers from the UK. Our tiles are sourced from

FREELANDS TILES 124-126 LONDON ROAD | DUNTON GREEN | SEVENOAKS

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brighter Glass is fast becoming the most popular choice of material in architecture and YES Glazing Solutions are just the people for bringing the light back into your home

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ith summer family members to be boxed off into making an separate areas of the house. appearance, And why not install the glass everything outside balustrade outside as well? When used as is looking just that windshields, on roof terraces or decking, little bit lighter and you are able to enjoy those summer brighter – but why keep it outdoors when evenings in the garden for longer you can bring it into your home? Now before retreating indoors. And unlike is the perfect time to give your house a wood, which needs to be continuously makeover for the months ahead. maintained and can make gardens look Glass Balustrades may be just the tired, glass balustrades are designed solution you’ve been to withstand extreme looking for to achieve environmental conditions, that fresh modern look, ensuring that only minimal without costing the earth cleaning is required. or requiring any major Even better, they will give YES Glazing your building works to your garden a clearer and home. Universally, these Solutions can more radiant look without types of balustrades are making it look cluttered like offer one of the wooden railings so often rapidly becoming the innovative alternative to highest quality do; and when used around your standard banisters, a decking, patio, pool or glass balustrade balcony you can have the railings and barriers used in architecture. of overlooking your systems on the benefit Increasing numbers of sun-kissed lawn at all times! homeowners are starting Benefiting from a market to use glass balustrades, magnitude of expertise not merely as a fixture in design, engineering, in their home but as an project management and avant-garde focal point. installation, YES Glazing In particular, the use of glass found in Solutions is proud to offer the highest floating staircases, gallery landings and quality glass balustrade systems currently partitioning walls, has seen what were on the market, including stainless steel once spiritless houses suddenly turned modular and frameless glass channel. All into illustrious homes. systems can be used both internally and With their light-reflecting properties externally, with various finishes available. and transparency, what better way to A Kent County Council-approved create a sense of the ultimate open plan contractor and finalist in this year’s living space for summer? At a time of Master Fitter Challenge, YES Glazing year when you are more likely to be Solutions will be on hand to guide you throwing soirées and mingling with through every step of the way, offering friends and family, balustrades of this free advice and guidance. They can work kind ensure that the summer light flows with you to design a bespoke balustrade freely throughout your home. What’s for your project, creating a distinguished more, using them as partitioning walls visual statement in your home. means there’s no need for guests and

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Our BMW Trained Technicians are here to ensure that your car is in the best possible condition for the road and we only use Genuine BMW Parts, Accessories, and paint and repair methods.

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Four doors make it easy to get into the new MINI Countryman.

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MINI COUNTRYMAN. GETAWAY. Get in touch to book a test drive*.

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Combined 36.7-64.2 mpg (7.7-4.4 l/100km). CO2 Emissions 180-115 g/km.

The MINI Countryman starts from £16,505 on the road. On the road price is based on manufacturer’s retail price and includes 3 year MINI Dealer Warranty, MINI Emergency Service, 12 months road fund licence, vehicle first registration fee, delivery, number plates and VAT. Prices are correct at time of going to print (September 2012) and are subject to change without notice. *Test drive subject to applicant status and availability.

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Creating a Summer Oasis Whether you’re a green-fingered grower looking to shake up your pond and flower beds or a laidback lawn lover wanting a stylish space to throw a garden party, Outdoor Creations will set you straight

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WHAT’S ON? ART n 10 Jul. Corsages & Posies.

Otford. Quarry Hill WI 01732 884768 n 25 Jul. Taste of China.

Community Centre, Cramptons Rd, Bat & Ball. Quarry Hill WI 01732 884768

CHILDREN n 01-03 Jul. Chance to Dance (summer performances). 19:30.

Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. Adults £9.50, OAPs/children £8.50. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.chance-todance.co.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 15 Jul-07 Aug. Summer School work experience.

Tonbridge School.

01753 852001 www.thamesvalleysummer.com n 20 Jul-07 Aug. Maize Maze.

10:30-17:00. Penshurst Place & Gardens. Adults £2, children £1.

01892 870307 www.penshurstplace.com n 28 Jul-07 Aug. Medieval Family Fun & Storytelling.

Sundays & Bank Holiday Mondays 12:00-16:00. Penshurst Place & Gardens. 01892 870307 www.penshurstplace.com

n 21 Jul. Porcupine Club Party for Family Season Ticket Holders. Penshurst Place & Gardens. 01892 870307 www.penshurstplace.com

Adult Education Centre, Hatton House, Bradbourne Rd, Sevenoaks. £46 for 1 week. 0845 606 5606 www.kentadulteducation.co.uk

Hever Castle. £12-18. 01732 866114 www.heverfestival.co.uk

n 23 Jul. School Leavers Disco.

Primary School, Otford Lane, Halstead.

01959 532224 www.halstead.sch.uk

n 11 Jul. Workshop on Coping with Dementia. 10:00-16:00.

Kippington Centre, Kippington Rd, Sevenoaks. £35 including lunch. Sevenoaks District Christian Counselling Service 01732 450118

n 01 Jul-07 Aug. Edenbridge Twinning exhibition. Wed & Fri (+ summer Sun) 14:00-16:30, Thu & Sat 10:00-16:30. Eden Valley Museum, Church House, 72 High St, Edenbridge. Free.

01732 868102 www.evmt.org.uk

n 06 Jul. Just So stories by Kipling (Bullfrog Productions musical). 14:30, 19:00. Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. £12 (concessions £10). Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.bullfrogproductions.co.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 30-31 Jul. Wind in the Willows play by Kenneth Grahame. 14:30. Gates open 14:00. Hever Castle. Adults £16.50, children £12.

01732 866114 www.heverfestival.co.uk

COMEDY n 04 Jul. Outside the Box (comedy club). 19:30. Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. £15. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.outsidetheboxcomedy.co.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk

n 29 Jul-02 Aug. Music courses for 5-16 year-olds. 09:3016:00. New School at West Heath, Ashgrove Rd, Sevenoaks.

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n 11 Jul. David O’Flaherty stand-up comedy. 20:00. Gates open 18:30. Hever Castle. £15.

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n 29 Jul-02, 05-07 Aug. Film courses for 11-18 year-olds.

Stag Youth Theatre 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk

n 18 Jul. Josh Widdicombe & Seann Walsh stand-up comedy.

20:00. Gates open 18:30. Hever Castle. £15.

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n 20 Jul. Halstead Nursery 50th anniversary party. 12:00-15:00.

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COURSES & WORKSHOPS n 01 Jul. Stained Glass summer school. 09:3012:30.

n 11 Jul. Everyday Life in Medieval Art course. 13:3016:00. Adult Education Centre, Hatton House, Bradbourne Rd, Sevenoaks. £36 for 4 weeks.

0845 606 5606 www.kentadulteducation.co.uk

DAYS OUT n 06-07 Jul. Aston Martin races.

Brands Hatch Motor Racing Circuit near West Kingsdown n 06-07, 11-14 Jul. Lavender massage days. Hop Shop, Castle Farm, Lullingstone near Shoreham. £32. www.hopshop.co.uk n 07 Jul. Japanese Day. Chiddingstone Castle, Hill Hoath Rd, Chiddingstone 01892 870347 www.chiddingstonecastle.org.uk

DRAMA n 01-02 Jul. Brilliance in the Room (drama celebrating Charles Dickens). 20:00. Sackville Theatre, Space Performing Arts Centre, Tonbridge Rd, Sevenoaks. £10 (concessions £8). Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 04-07, 10-13 Jul. Much Ado About Nothing (Sevenoaks Shakespeare Society). Times vary. St Clere Estate, Heaverham near Kemsing. Adults £1215, children £5-12. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 sevenoaksshakespeare.org.uk www.stclere.com www.breastcancercare.org.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 25-27 Jul. Joking Apart play by Alan Ayckbourn.

20:00 (+ Thu matinee 14:30). Gates open 18:30.

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n 01 Jul-07 Aug. Pills, Potions & Poisons exhibition. Wed & Fri (+ summer Sun) 14:00-16:30, Thu & Sat 10:00-16:30. Eden Valley Museum, Church House, 72 High St, Edenbridge. Free.

01732 868102 www.evmt.org.uk

FAIRS, FESTIVALS & FETES n 05 Jul. Summer Fete. Primary School, High St, Otford n 05 Jul. B Festival. 17:00.

Fawkham. Adults £20, children £8. www.livefridaynight.co.uk n 06 Jul. Lawnfest (family festival). 15:00-22:00. New School at West Heath, Ashgrove Rd, Sevenoaks. Adults £25, children £12. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 0845 652 6262, 01732 450175 www.lawnfest.co.uk www.westheathschool.com www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 07 Jul. Summer Fair & Dog Show (Chevening Primary School). 14:00-17:00. Chevening House grounds near Chipstead. £2 (concessions 50p). Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk

GARDENING & GARDENS n 05 Jul. Talk on Millennium Seed Bank. 14:30. Village Hall, Crockham Hill. WI 01732 865514 n 27-28 Jul. Plant Hunters Weekend. 11:00-17:00.

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HISTORY n 02 Jul. Talk on Ladies of the Tudor court. 19:45. Village Hall, Borough Green. Quarry Hill WI n 04-05 Jul. Sinister Sevenoaks (guided walk). 20:00-21:20. Meet Royal Oak Hotel, 5 High St, Sevenoaks. Adults £7, children £4. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 sevenoaksfestival.org.uk

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n 06 Jul. Hidden Sevenoaks Revealed (guided walk). 11:0012:40. Meet Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks. Adults £7, children £4. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival. 01732 450175. www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk

MUSIC n 02 Jul. Inspired to Sing (choral music by Green Street Blues acapella singers). 20:00. Memorial Hall, Badgers Mount. Free. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.greenstreetblues.org www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 04 Jul. Coal Porters (bluegrass concert). 20:00. St Julians Club near Sevenoaks. £12 (concessions £9). Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 458261, 450175 www.stjulians.co.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 06 Jul. Big Funk Night (Digging Deeper & Sue Rivers). 20:30.

Plaza Suite, Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. £10 (concessions £5). Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.diggingdeeper. webs.com www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 07 Jul. London Saxophone Choir. 15:00. Vine Bandstand, Dartford Rd, Sevenoaks. Free. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.sevenoakstown.gov.uk www.londonsaxophonechoir. org.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 03 Jul. Guy Tortora & Costa Tancredi (blues). 21:00. Anchor pub, London Rd, Sevenoaks.

Free. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.blueswithbottleclub.co.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 02 Jul. Flute & Harpsichord (classical sonatas by Bach). 19:30.

St Lukes Church, Eardley Rd, Sevenoaks. Adults £10-12, children £5. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 03 Jul. Lunchtime Recital (harp classics). 12:30-13:15. St Lukes Church, Eardley Rd, Sevenoaks.

Free. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.stlukes-sevenoaks.org.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 04 Jul. American Independence Celebration (Elderly Brothers Country Rock Band). 20:00.

Woodman pub, Goathurst Common near Ide Hill. Free. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 750296, 450175 www.theelderlybrothers.co.uk www.thewoodman-idehill.co.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 03 Jul. Sue Rivers Quintet (jazz). 20:30. Woodman pub, Goathurst Common near Ide Hill.

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JULY EVENTS AT THE ASSEMBLY HALL THEATRE Assembly Hall Theatre • Crescent Road • Tunbridge Wells • Kent TN1 2LU Ticket office: 01892 530613/532072 www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk n 01 Jul. Jean Bentley’s Olde Tyme Dance Orchestra & Green Street Blues (light music). 20:00.

Woodman pub, Goathurst Common near Ide Hill. Free. Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 750296, 450175 www.thewoodman-idehill.co.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 03 Jul. Paul Dunton Orchestra (light music). 19:30. St Nicholas Church, High St, Sevenoaks. £8 (concessions £7). Part of Sevenoaks Summer Festival 01732 450175 www.pauldunton.co.uk www.sevenoaksfestival.org.uk n 05 Jul. Freddie Mercury tribute night. Banana Leaf Indian restaurant, 47 Bethel Rd, Sevenoaks.

01732 465846 www.bananaleafcuisine.com n 19 Jul. Abba tribute night.

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OUTINGS, TOURS & TRIPS n 01 Jul-07 Aug. Vintage Bus (from station to Knole). Sat, Sun, Tue & Wed. £2. Sevenoaks Town Council 01732 459953 www.sevenoakspartnership.org

SOCIAL EVENTS n 02 Jul. Puds & Pilates. Cudham.

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WALKS n 03 Jul. 12-mile walk around Marsh Green. Meet 10:00 Market Yard car park, Edenbridge.

Sevenoaks Ramblers 01959 572272, 07906 512441 www.kentramblers.org.uk n 05, 12, 19 Jul. Welly Fitness Walks. 09:20. Riverhill Himalayan Gardens near Sevenoaks. Free. www.riverhillgardens.co.uk n 07 Jul. 5 ½ -mile walk around Barnes Street. Meet 10:00 Bell pub, Golden Green. Sevenoaks Ramblers 07709 620267 www.kentramblers.org.uk n 07 Jul. 7-mile walk around West Peckham. Meet 10:00 Mereworth church. Tonbridge Ramblers 01732 851310 www.kentramblers.org.uk n 17 Jul. 3½ mile walk around Bourne Valley. Meet 19:00 Old House pub, Redwell Lane, Ightham. Tonbridge Ramblers 01732 851310 www. kentramblers.org.uk

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Despite winning ITV1’s charity-based talent competition, Born To Shine, putting his new-found talent into practice by joining Alfie Boe on tour and then starring in the critically acclaimed West End production of Sweeney Todd alongside Michael Ball and Imelda Staunton, Jason has not forgotten his stand-up roots.

He is now returning to his first love and has embarked on a huge nationwide tour with a major new show entitled, “First World Problems” and will be playing at the Assembly Hall Theatre in July.

Jason jokes that, “Some of you might think I’ve had a career change, what with all the opera and musical theatre I’ve been doing lately. Not a chance. I’m excited to be getting back to what I really love the most – stand-up!”

A comedian with a marvellously charismatic style, Jason strikes up a natural rapport with his audiences. He also possesses an irresistible amiability and generates a rare warmth on stage. All these talents have combined to make Jason one of the best loved and most in-demand comics in the country.

The critics agree. The Guardian praises, “What Manford does best: classic, chirpy-chappie stand-up”. The Evening Standard calls him, “Effortlessly entertaining”. The Daily Telegraph says that he is, “Blessed with the sort of laid-back charm and sharp turn of phrase you can’t manufacture”. Meanwhile, Chortle declares that, “Manford retains an affably jovial demeanour that makes him warmly enjoyable company.”

Chatting to me in a TV dressing room – he is about to appear on Jonathan Ross’s ITV1 chat show – in person Jason manifests the same likeable magnetism that draws thousands of fans to his live shows.

His winning friendliness is no act. With this particular comic, what you see is what you get.

Jason, who has also performed standup on BBC1’s Live at the Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and multiple Royal Variety Performances, cannot contain his excitement about returning to live comedy.

The performer, a first-rate observational comic who describes his show as “essentially moaning about everyday life, but with

punchlines”, says the buzz you get from live comedy is unrivalled. “You can’t give it up!” he beams.

“People who haven’t done stand-up focus on the negatives – ‘what’s it like to die on stage?’ I always say, ‘It’s horrendous, the worst feeling in the world’. But the lows are so low because the highs are so high.”

The stand-up, who was also hosted Show Me the Funny and Comedy Rocks with Jason Manford for ITV1, carries on: “It’s a huge risk, but when it goes right, there is nothing better. It creates a communal feeling that you just can’t beat. You get all these people laughing and you think, ‘I did that!’ If you make one person laugh in a day, that’s great. Imagine multiplying that by 10,000!”

Jason underlines that stand-up remains his overwhelming passion. “TV is simpler. You can do re-takes. But you’re not getting an immediate response. You don’t know if something is funny till weeks later.

“Overall TV is much, much easier. A lot of the time it’s just professional reading. It’s reading while trying to make it look like you’re not reading.”

Stand-up, on the other hand, is much more demanding.

“On stage, you’re everything,” Jason continues. “You’re the boss. You’re the performer, writer, editor, director. You’re even Ofcom. You decide what to say. It’s brilliant.”

Jason now has a very wide fan base. He observes that, “By now, people know that we share a sense of humour.

They are aware of what they’re getting, and I’m aware of what makes them laugh. The weirdest thing is fans who remember jokes that I’ve forgotten. Sometimes I say to them, ‘I don’t remember that one. I must put it back in the act – it’s a good gag!’

The stand-up, who was a team captain on six series of 8 Out of 10 Cats as well as appearing on QI, Big Fat Quiz of the Year, League of Their Own and Would I Lie to You, adds that, “It’s also really interesting to see the demographic of my audience. I get grannies, their kids and their kids. It’s great to see.”

Jason goes on to explain the title of his new show, “First World Problems”. “I’d seen the phrase online and liked it; it just sums up so much I think the phrase emphasises those times when we moan about the most trivial things. It’s as if we invent problems so we have something to moan about. I imagine someone in the Third World just thinking that we were all complete idiots!”

Jason reveals that his material is constantly evolving. “I only tour every couple of years, and the good thing is that over that time your life and the people who surround you are constantly changing. Also, as you get older, you get more opinionated.”

Sadly, Jason has to leave now - he must to go into make-up in preparation for the chat show. n For more information visit www.jasonmanford.com Written by James Rampton

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’m not cut out to be a landlady in and everything. Nipper was in awe of Sevenoaks. I’ve been unable to Dot, mesmerised by her trousers, and pick a tenant from the young ‘uns nodded like a dog as Dot took us both who applied to me, half of whom down memory lane. moaned about the 1980s kitchen I knew it would be hard for Nipper to and asked about redecoration. So, tear herself away, and I wanted to have in a bid to find the perfect tenant, I more chats with Dot about her husband asked a local estate agent to help me. (dearly departed) who’d worked on the They asked me if I’d mind showing farm in Eynsford 50 years ago. I also a lady around the flat, wanted to know more who was keen to live in her two adopted Nipper and I about the area and revisit an sons and her biological old haunt. Nipper and I agreed and one – who’d popped out agreed and drove to our when they’d least expected drove to our it after years of hoping old flat at the old Paper Mill, where we walked old flat at the for a child! around the block to find After strolling around old Paper an elderly lady peering the old Paper Mill through windows. grounds, we took Dot Mill, where “Hello, I’m Vikki and by the arm and walked we walked this is Nipper. Would her (very slowly) to the you like us to show waiting car – hiding her around the you round?” biological son Alan. We “Yes please love – it block to find said goodbye and then I looks lovely from what rang and pleaded with an elderly I can see. I’m Dot by the Agent to try her best the way.” lady peering to find somewhere for Taking Dot through Dot to go, as she couldn’t through the communal door cope with her stairs at and into the flat, I home and platforms or no windows couldn’t help but marvel platforms, if she took our at the azure blue of flat, she’d never get out her eyeshadow, her snazzy dog-tooth of the bath. checked trousers and platform boots.

Dot would have loved being by the She told me she was a widow of 82 river and a stone’s throw away from the and that she’d recently had a fall Village Hall, where the girls and boys nothing to do with the platformed boots of the over 80s go to play scrabble and apparently - all down to her careless drink tea at the Tuesday Club. landlord leaving bricks in the garden.

The estate agent rang on the way She had a real sparkle in her eye and home to say apparently Dot had as we glided about the flat together found us ‘an upwardly mobile young on the silky wooden floors, I showed candidate’. Cripes – that means I’ll her the bathroom, with its death trap have to crack open that tin of paint and high-sided bath. I just couldn’t imagine attack the kitchen after all.

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