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VINE DINING 20 FOOD FOR THOUGHT Our resident forager and foodie Benjamin James of the George & Dragon, Chipstead has been unearthing the best in season this month 25 READY MEAL REVOLUTION A far cry from supermarket ready meals, Rafferty’s and Deli on the Lane are now offering delicious takeaway meals that are totally guilt-free PLUS We visit the White Hart in Brasted for a spot of Vine Dining this month

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14 PAST IN PICTURES In an exclusive extract from a brand new book, Vine takes a journey into the past of Sevenoaks’ villages

30 TRANSFORM YOUR SKIN The new Skin Clinic in Riverhead is revolutionising how we treat our skin PLUS We go to Matthew Cross for party hair inspiration and also The Hairdresser Sevenoaks for our Salon of the Month

24 VINE’S ULTIMATE GIFT GUIDE We’ve handpicked the best gifts in town to inspire you this festive season, to be continued in next month’s issue 33 A BRIGHT FUTURE Solar company Stroud and Moore are looking to the future in more ways than one – with the Olympics around the corner, the team is supporting local GB hopeful Lizzy Yarnold in her quest for success Cover shot: Water carts were used to supply water in the 1920s, like on this farm in Shoreham. Past in Pictures: page 14

HOME & GARDEN 34 A TIMELESS TWIST Vine potters down to Lady Butterworth’s, Sevenoaks’ answer to vintage event supplies, gifts and furnishings to find out why ‘buying vintage’ is so popular 38 RETHINKING INTERIORS This November Vine urges you to go for a dramatic look when it comes to buying for your home

Here at Vine we know how much you like to delve into Sevenoaks’ fascinating past so we are pleased to introduce the latest book in the popular ‘Past in Pictures’ series, Sevenoaks Villages by Ed Thompson and Philip Clucas, which explores the more rural side of Sevenoaks in photographic splendour. The book covers everything from the famous Westerham ‘Flyer’ to why Brasted became such a haven for our Battle of Britain war heroes. Take a look at our exclusive extract from the brand new book on page 14.

We’re getting into the spirit of things with Vine’s Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide; we’ve carefully selected gifts from the local area to give you some inspiration before the inevitable panicbuying kicks in and we’ll be doing the same for December so you won’t be stuck for ideas. Vine also knows you’re busy in the run up to Christmas so this month we’ve visited some of the best places to enjoy a Christmas meal and we’ve even checked out hair salons for party hair ideas and where to get your last-minute cut at a reasonable price.

Vine will also be holding a festive Grapevine networking event, the last one of the year, at Knole House with a fascinating talk from Lord Sackville-West on December 1. If you want an invite to this event, please just drop me an email.

I don’t know if you’ve dropped down to Hollybush Lane recently, but it’s become a thriving hub of independent shops; we head down there to visit Lady Butterworth’s, the new vintage emporium, the legendary Rafferty’s Café, and organic heaven Deli on the Lane to find out why the area has become such a hit with the Sevenoaks community.

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Carols for a cause If you’re not feeling Christmassy yet, The Rockdale Organisation has got something planned that will surely get you into the spirit of the season. On December 10 at 6.30pm the organisation, which works to find comfortable housing for the elderly, will be hosting a Concert of Christmas Carols at the stunning Tonbridge School Chapel featuring the Sackville Singers’ Adult and Children’s Choirs. The event will help raise money for the Rockdale Appeal which is dedicated to building a new residential care home to replace the organisation’s existing outdated Victorian residence. Falling £150,000 short of their £1.75 million target, this concert will help them close the gap on this vital project and provide some festive entertainment to leave you full of good cheer. n Tickets cost £15. Visit www.rockdale.org.uk or call 01732 458762 to book

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Teen Cancer Appeal Six young people are diagnosed with cancer every day, yet are often treated in adult or children’s wards due to the lack of facilities for adolescent sufferers. Teenage Cancer Trust is dedicated to helping teens in the southeast fight cancer by providing them with expert teams who recognise their specific needs in a comfortable, modern environment that is shared with other patients the same age. Following their first Teenage Cancer Trust Blue Day last month, which raised money for the trust’s south-east appeal through volunteers selling and promoting all things blue, the trust is now appealing to businesses throughout the south-east to pull together and set up fundraising groups. Can you make a difference and raise money for this worthy cause? n Visit www.teenagecancertrust.org/southeast for details

Sevenoaks Christmas lighting Watch Sevenoaks light up! The town’s Christmas lights will be turned on the night of November 25.

The high street (closed to traffic from 5.30 – 9.30pm) will have its shops open until late and feature a variety of market stalls.

In the spirit of the season, parking in town will be free from 6pm.

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Kent College turns 125 Having already received a birthday lecture from historian Dan Snow, Kent College Pembury continues to celebrate its 125 years this month.

Upcoming events include a production of St.Joan starting November 30, and the Kent College London Get Together at the National Portrait Gallery restaurant on November 19. n Visit www.kent-college.co.uk

Project Japan success October 4 was definitely not a typical school day for the students of Dunton Green Primary School, who celebrated Japanese Charity Day with Japanese lanterns, flags, food and a special visit from a member of the Japanese Embassy. Sevenoaks Amherst Rotary Club held the event in celebration of the £3,500 raised by local schools for The World Vision Appeal. n Visit www.sevenoaksamherst.org.uk

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Sevenoaks was tickled pink in a community effort to raise money and awareness for breast © Connie Baldwin cancer last month. The week-long event from October 8–15 saw the high street adorned with pink window displays and featured an evening with popular author, Martina Cole. n Visit www.breastcancercare.org.uk

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Take the unique opportunity to view Knole House in a whole new light this month. Under strict light-exposure restrictions, a member of the Conservation Team will lead a torch-lit tour into the depths of Knole’s renowned textile collection every Wednesday from November 2 – December 21. Tickets are £7, call 01732 462100 to book.

Local resident Gordon Murphy is to brave the brutal elements of the Moroccan Sahara for 150 miles in the Marathon de Sables or ‘the toughest footrace on earth’ this April. But first he must raise £9,500 for Mencap, a charity for people with learning disabilities. To donate, call 07766 395564 or email grmurphy@ hotmail.com

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Robin Cousins Vine talks to Olympic figure skating champion and Dancing On Ice panellist Robin Cousins about Tunbridge Wells’ new ice rink for Christmas 2011 What are your tips for those new to the ice?

The barrier is your friend and the ice is your friend. Don’t let other people intimidate you. Also, if you feel yourself falling do not try to stop yourself – it’s best to flop like a rag doll instead of tensing the body. But it is just about coming and having a good time!

Have you had any falls?

Yes. Some have been in public which is humiliating! I tend not to do any tricks and things; my students do all the things my body can’t do any more!

What has been your career highlight?

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Doing something that allowed me to compete at the Olympics where I was able to win a gold medal wasn’t always the intention – I started skating because I loved it and I’ve always put my skates on because I wanted to.

with Michael Fallon MP

Q. What is the government doing to ensure growth in Sevenoaks?

A. Our economy faces a number of challenges. Abroad, the Eurozone is in crisis. At home, we are still dealing with the legacy of Labour’s debts. The months ahead will not be easy.

Yet, I remain cautiously optimistic.

Why? Because I have faith in the quality of British businesses.

Every week I visit businesses in my constituency which, although small, are selling their products and services around the world. Rotosound, the Sevenoaks guitar-string manufacturer, is a good example. Employing some 50 staff, this business exports guitarstrings to over 60 countries. The unique sound produced by Rotosound strings has been sought by world famous musicians and bands, from Jimi Hendrix to The Who. Rotosound, and companies like it, succeed because of hard work and entrepreneurship. They remind us that

How will the new ice rink affect Tunbridge Wells? it is business, not government, which creates jobs. For too long, they have been ignored.

That’s why the government is reducing business taxes and cutting red-tape. To date, we have scrapped new regulations that would have cost business £350 million. We’ve also struck a deal with the big high street banks to increase lending to small businesses by 15 per cent this year compared to last.

The government is also investing in the workforce: by 2015, for example, 250,000 more apprenticeship places will be available. And by reforming the benefit system, to make it always more worthwhile to work rather than to claim, we are renewing the work ethic.

Businesses are the key to new jobs.

This government is backing them. n Have a question for the MP? Please send to editor@vinedigital.co.uk

It’s about the core of the town and the surrounding neighbourhoods. There are rinks in London, but there might be people further south who think “I’d rather go to Tunbridge Wells.” It’s lovely: perfectly placed and a really easy, fun day.

Is the rink on par with Somerset House in London?

Absolutely. It’s accessible and it will be dressed well and very classy. It will make people want to come back! We’ve even found it to be successful in the rain, because the kids love body surfing! n Tunbridge Wells Ice Rink is open from November 25 – January 2, 9.30am – 9.30pm at Calverley Grounds, Mount Pleasant Road, Tunbridge Wells. Tickets from £7. Visit www.tunbridgewellsatchristmas.com n Listen to the full interview with Robin Cousins at www.vinedigital.co.uk n Also visit us on Twitter @vinemagazine for the latest news and updates from the Vine team

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Strictly Come Dancing fans should expect something spectacular this November. A touring musical theatre adaptation of the classic 1935 film Top Hat, originally starring Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire, is coming to The Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury from November 8. The all-singing, all-dancing leads are played by Strictly champion, Tom Chambers and Summer Strallen from Hollyoaks, making for a production with plenty of sparkle that will appeal to all ages.

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MUST-LISTEN Deep breaths now! Following 2009’s Lungs, the much-anticipated second album from Florence + the Machine, Ceremonials, is now available for purchase. The new album is said to be more melancholic and raw than her previous release, involving intense themes of love, death, violence and guilt. Florence Welch, the band’s wonderfully weird frontwoman, has said of the album: “There are big moments of confession in it, overcoming your demons and trying to find in song the ultimate hangover cure.” n Visit www.apple.com/uk/iTunes

MUST-READ Love Dad’s Army? The secret diary of Colonel Rodney Foster, real-life commander of the Home Guard platoon in Saltwood, Kent, will be available in hardback from November 3 for £16.99. The Real ‘Dad’s Army’: The War Diaries Of Col. Rodney Foster as told by Foster, who filled the same role as Captain George Mainwaring in the beloved BBC series, recounts his platoon’s absurd antics for a portrait that may be even more farcical than its smallscreen counterpart.

Bundle yourself up in everything Navajo this November. Channel those nowdistant festival days with funky fringing, beads and woolly numbers to add interesting texture to any weary winter wardrobe. Forego your normal knits and opt for colourful, tribal-looking pattern pieces like this Aztec cape from House of Fraser for £90 to get a comfy-yetcultured look. n Visit www.houseoffraser.co.uk

MUST-VISIT Local fashion designer Joanna Hall brings a piece of India to Kent with her vast range of gorgeous jewellery, clothing, textiles and home furnishings from Rajasthan. Sample some curry and peruse her fairly traded and responsibly sourced original collection at The Bazaar Christmas Extravaganza held at The Great Barn in The Plough Inn at Hildenborough, TN11 9AJ from November 18–27(excluding November 21) from 10.30am – 7pm, to find that perfect pressie. n Visit www.bazaarshop.co.uk or call 01892 822746

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In an exclusive extract from a brand new book, Vine takes a journey into the past of Sevenoaks’ villages

A historical gem has graced our bookshelves this month in the form of Ed Thompson’s and Philip Clucas’ latest addition to the Past in Pictures series: Sevenoaks Villages. The pair’s latest book is another stunning display of old photographs, forgotten people and times gone by, taking you on a historical journey of Sevenoaks’ fascinating rural communities Godden Green offers a ‘watering-hole’ to both man and beast. Although livestock now rarely use the pond, the Buck’s Head – named after the Sackville family crest – continues to flourish. (opposite page) § Dark clouds hang ominously over Riverhead, with characteristic traffic chaos in the centre of the village c.1960 (top).

Thomas and Ernest King ‘fire’ a charcoal clamp at Maggoty Hole near Godden

Green. The whole complicated process of turning wood into charcoal took five days and was a closely guarded secret that was usually (as here) passed from father to son (above, left) § Before the Westerham service can depart from Dunton Green, the fireman accepts a tablet in a hooped case that ensures he has exclusive use of the four-and-a-half mile single line (above, right)

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BeoSound 5 Encore really does have the invisible touch when it comes to maximising the enjoyment of your music collection, either as a standalone audio system or seamlessly sending your chosen tracks to other music players around your home. BeoSound 5 Encore can link wirelessly to your computer or hard drive, where your music is digitally stored with no loss of quality, and even connect to a whole host of portable devices by Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, including your iPod, iPhone or iPad. Experience BeoSound 5 Encore at our showrooms today – as its name suggests we’re sure you’ll want to hear a great deal more.

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The White Hart pub is crème brûlée is deliciously creamy with If wine is your thing, The White Hart has quickly fi lling up, even vanilla undertones and comes with fun white cleverly devised a menu with options like the at 6 o’clock in the chocolate buttons on top – the confit of duck accompanied by evening, bearing testament to its success. It’s Milkybar Kid would have loved some very special wine from the hard not to feel immediately at home as the this (our designer seemed to Rothschild Estates for two. If it’s welcoming interior is more like walking into anyway and actually, there’s an a very special occasion, Barons your very own cosy cottage: you can imagine uncanny resemblance...). de Rothschild Champagne The chocolate pulling up your favourite leather armchair in Christmas around could be the order of the day, front of a roaring fi re while enjoying a slowsauce could only be theWith corner the pub’s Christmas while other exclusive wines cooked, hearty meal that’s been in the Aga described as heaven Day menu (£65 for four courses) are available; the supper club for hours. It has that kind of chocolate-box for two means you can enjoy a country feel, with its oak beams and Farrow – rich, smooth and and Festive Menu for parties (£21 for lunch, £26 for dinner) two-course meal and a bottle of & Ball palette, yet there’s a contemporary intense, made with are worth a look – there’s Rothschild wine for just £40. edge that makes for a sophisticated Turning to something sweeter, environment – perfect for a relaxing meal. quality chocolate everything from traditional roast and all the trimmings to somehow we have room for You can really take your time here and pumpkin and Amaretti ravioli pudding; perhaps because the the staff are chirpy and attentive; we choose and delicate salmon fi llet in menu is simply too good to our spot, near the fi re of course and with the fi lo pastry. Whatever the resist. A white chocolate crème bar in sight, and sink into some comfy tweed occasion though, The White Hart can brûlée is chosen without hesitation and the chairs while eyeing the menu for potential certainly deliver. cream-fi lled choux bun with a rich chocolate winners. The scallops are not to be missed, so and espresso sauce is my dessert of the day we order the seared scallops of the day which words: Charlotte Luxford (as a profiterole fanatic). The chocolate sauce come beautifully presented with a deliciously soft black pudding and asparagus spears (there’s ‘reverse season’ asparagus available Sous chef Michael Lloyd; assistant manager now, it’s been recently reported, so don’t be Charlie Partington; manager Ryan Hutchinson fooled into thinking you can only have it in early summer) wrapped in Parma ham with a creamy hollandaise sauce. We also go for the ‘sticky platter’, with particularly good pork ribs in a sticky sesame sauce and fresh watermelon that cuts through the rich and flavoursome meat – I feel satisfied with my medieval-style banquet yet there’s still room for the next course.

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with Benjamin James

What a great month October was: crisp mornings, plenty of sunshine and cold evenings, which were perfect for sitting next to an open fire with a glass of red wine. Here at the George & Dragon, Chipstead, the most coveted spot is the sofa in front of the fire. Whether it is a couple of coffees mid-morning, a glass of wine and a steak sandwich for lunch or one of our cocktails in the evening, the sofa has certainly had its fair share of occupants and I’m sure its popularity will continue as the cooler weather continues

On the forager’s trail The sun-filled days have been ideal for the walkers and foragers among us, the hedgerows are changing, winter berries and holly are reaching full ripeness and the cobnuts and walnuts are starting to fall from the trees; all of which are contributing to a beautiful assortment of colour as autumn really takes hold.

Back at the George & Dragon, Chipstead our garden has just about given up the last of its crop for the year. The marvellous horseradish is the last of our home-grown vegetables to be pulled from the ground. It probably exists in many people’s gardens without anyone realising. If you have got some it is well worth digging up a root or two to grate into a home-made horseradish cream to accompany your Sunday roast. At the George & Dragon, Chipstead we will be using it to make many accompaniments over the coming months: perhaps the most popular of these will be the horseradish butter served with our steaks or the horseradish potato that accompanies a plate of the Weald Smokery’s salmon.

For two people: 180g smoked salmon 220g new potatoes (boiled and quartered) 25g shallots finely chopped 20g fresh grated horseradish 30g mayonnaise Pinch of freshly chopped chervil Salt and pepper Micro herbs (optional)

Book your Christmas parties and Christmas Day lunch from December 1 Lunch parties from just £19 Horseradish makes a great accompaniment to winter meals... try this wonderful smoked salmon and grated horseradish dish

Fresh from the farm

Along with writing our menu for Christmas Day lunch at the George & Dragon, Chipstead, I have been revisiting some of my favourite farms to collect great produce for our autumn menus. With over six different edible varieties of pumpkin and squashes to choose from, the Hop Shop at Castle Farm in Shoreham is one of the best places to pick up a glorious stone-coloured Crown Prince pumpkin or a smaller Gem squash. They make fantastic soups and risottos, or a great addition to your roasted vegetables on a Sunday. The Weald Smokery in Hawkhurst is another fantastic local farm shop, producing an array of smoked and local artisan produce that we use regularly and which is ideal for Christmas hampers and festive meals.

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Sour notes

With local wild nuts coming to the fore for foragers this month, the George & Dragon, Chipstead has used a nut-based liqueur for its cocktail of the month in November.

Served in a jam jar, the amaretto sour will be a very refreshing yet comforting accompaniment to any fireworks display in November.

Mix all the ingredients (except the salmon) together and place in the centre of a plate, arrange two slices of smoked salmon on each plate (lay them in a crescent shape so they wrap around the base of the potato salad).

Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil and finish with a little sprinkling of micro herbs.

50ml amaretto liqueur 25ml freshly squeezed lemon juice 15ml sugar syrup 1 egg white 1 squeeze of lime Vigorously shake all the ingredients with cubed ice.

Quarter-fill a chunky glass with fresh ice and then pour the shaken cocktail into the glass, allowing the ice that was shaken to fall in as well.

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This November, Chart Farm in Sevenoaks is cooking up something that will shake up those uninspiring meatand-veg winter meals. Familyrun business Chart Farm has been rearing the finest quality Come in and try our prime cuts of beef, local free deer since 1981, creating a range sausages and our home-reared venison product that is cheaper, healthier and tastier than any other red Now taking Christmas orders - Turkey, meat on the market. Naturally Goose & Venison SHOP low in fat and cholesterol and high in protein, iron and Omega Open Tue, Wed & Fri 9am - 4pm 3, the venison at Chart Farm is & Sat 9am - 3pm extra special due to the deer’s 5 mins from Sevenoaks town/just off A25 largely uninterrupted natural environment. All the deer roam Free Farmyard Parking Open Tue, Wed & Fri 9am - 4pmentirely free on the farm’s 400 acres of field and woodlands. & Sat 9am - 3pm Chart Farm, Seal As off Chart Farm’s Seb Petersen 5 mins Sevenoaks town/just A25 Chart,from Sevenoaks, says: “We find if you respect the Kent TN15Seal 0ES Chart, Chart Farm, animal throughout its life, it will t: 01732 761672 respect you in its taste.”

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There’s an open mic evening every week, alternating between a folk-based event on the second and fourth Thursday of the month, and a more wideranging session on the Tuesday night of the remaining weeks, with guest performers popping along on a regular basis to both.

There’s also a new Monday Club to ease you back in to the working week, offering both cracking value for money curry meals and savings across the entire drinks’ menu.

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evenings; family events; an array of folk arts fairs and festivals, and a restaurant which is earning rave reviews, the pub can offer something to everyone.

Of course, none of this is to the detriment of what might be considered the core functions of a country pub: the range of fine ales on offer has recently been extended, with plaudits from visiting CAMRA members speaking volumes for the manner in which the beers are kept, and the prices at which they are made available.

With some noteworthy events to come over Christmas and in to the New Year, Stone Street’s hidden treasure really is becoming one which is well worth seeking out… n Visit www.thepadwell.com or call 01732 761532 for details

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chef Chris Reeves, who will be preparing four delicious venison dishes, as well as steaming roast venison, for sampling. You’ll have the chance to peruse Chart Farm’s gorgeous venison cuts, including venison mince, pavé and sausages, all produced instore. In addition to their top-ofthe-range ethically and locallyproduced venison, partridge and pheasant, the farm shop will soon be offering succulent goose and turkey, perfect for that festive get-together.

So whether it’s a Tuesday night bolognese or the ultimate Christmas feast, Chart Farm has got all your game needs covered.

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With its fantastic new festive menu, a picturesque historic setting and plenty of good cheer, Chartwell Restaurant is bound to impress this Christmas, says Ashleigh Togher

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Chartwell’s cosy interior:The Mulberry Room

f it’s possible to embody the spirit of Christmas in a menu, then Chartwell Restaurant in Westerham has done it. Developed by expert chefs using locally sourced ingredients of the finest quality, the festive menu offers perfected Christmas classics along with vegetarian options and other inventive seasonal dishes. Bring the gang together over a delectable threecourse Christmas lunch for £25.95 (two courses for £20.95), or opt for a three-course dinner for £28.95 in the delightfully decorated Lady Soames Room or the grand-looking Mulberry Room and let the festivities commence!

Perhaps start with a steaming bowl of Chartwell’s Kentish roast parsnip soup topped with sautéed wild mushrooms, chestnuts and a cobnut pesto garnish, then move on to a main course of responsibly sourced, Sussex-bred pheasant breast, wrapped in crisp bacon and served with pheasant cream stuffing in a red wine sauce. For dessert, Christmas pudding is of course on the menu – served with a delicious creamy brandy sauce; other options include a mincemeat and apple steamed sponge pudding with English vanilla sauce, an orange and cranberry caramelised cheesecake or a vanilla panna cotta with marinated winter fruits. Be sure to leave some room for a must-try mince pie and freshly roasted coffee.

But the festivities don’t stop here: for the full Chartwell Christmas experience, make a day of it – there’s certainly enough to keep you and the family busy. From December 14 – January 2 you can spend a leisurely afternoon exploring the idyllic gardens, studio and exhibition of Sir Winston Churchill’s neighbouring National Trust residence, Chartwell House, open daily until 4.30pm.

Then take your time browsing Chartwell’s delightful gift shop and bring some of that lovely winter wonder home with its selection of charming locally produced food products, tree trimmings, seasonal cards and calendars.

Looking for another festive fix? Keep an eye out for these exciting events coming to Chartwell within the next few months. Gift-giving will be a walk in the park with the Winter Market held from November 25–27, where you can peruse a diverse range of bespoke gifts and locally produced food to suit even those hard-to-shopfor friends. On Wednesdays and Sundays throughout December get the whole family involved in an exciting reindeer winter-tracker walk around the enchanting woodland estate and write your letters to Santa in Mary Churchill’s playhouse. Don’t miss Santa when he’s in town between December 17– 18 and bring in 2012 in style with New Year’s Day at Chartwell, set to include a wonderful guided walk, delectable brunch and traditional Buck’s Fizz at £22 for adults and £12 for children.

An unmissable menu, gorgeous surroundings and a range of thrilling events make Chartwell restaurant the perfect venue for celebrating this season. Whether you enjoy bracing the winter weather for a tour of the grounds or delight in the cosy indoors, it’s got to be charming Chartwell this Christmas. n To book call 01732 861161 or email chartwell. restaurant@nationaltrust.org.uk

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A far cry from supermarket ready meals, Rafferty’s and Deli on the Lane are now offering delicious lunches and dinners to takeaway that are imaginative, fresh and won’t break the bank, says Charlotte Luxford

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ow many of us are fed up with wasting our money on tired, dry sandwiches from the supermarket with uninspiring fillings? It happens time and time again but we continue to buy them because it’s easy.

The same applies to those tasteless microwavable meals, because the last thing we can be bothered to do after a hard day’s work is get creative in the kitchen. What if it could all be easy, affordable and – here’s the genius part – delicious and fresh too?

Rafferty’s and Deli on the Lane have joined forces to become food saviours with their divine lunch and evening takeaway meals – with their entirely fresh and gourmet ingredients, you don’t have to feel guilty from a waistline, monetary or ethical perspective; Russell Johnson and Dale Bentley have it all covered.

For lunch head to Rafferty’s for the best fairtrade coffee in town to perk you up then pop over to Deli on the Lane for a delectable range of sandwiches and salads, all beautifully packaged – they truly taste as good as they look.

If you’re clever and think further ahead, you can even pick up a deliciously-seasoned whole roasted chicken for your evening meal while you’re there, or choose from their variety of takeaway options which are pre-portioned for your convenience.

There’s everything from a hearty hunter’s lasagne and lamb moussaka to a lighter smoked trout with a chilli and lime aioli and polpette meatballs with homemade spaghetti. It’s a great idea, not only because the food is of a quality that is always going to override that of a pre-packaged supermarket meal, but also because it’s just so convenient – who wants to battle it out in the supermarket after work? It’s a pretty soulless venture – shopping at night, so I’d highly recommend coming to Hollybush Lane

if it’s ease, quality and taste you’re after.

With Deli on the Lane’s everincreasing wine selection, it’s the perfect place to grab a bottle of wine and a takeaway on a Friday night that won’t leave you feeling guilty in the morning.

You can even cheat and get everything you need for your dinner party with friends – they won’t know the difference!

If it’s a slightly bigger event you need to impress for, there’s always Rafferty’s to do the catering. It’s a service that has become rapidly sought after, with Rafferty’s catering for both commercial events for regular clients such as Bentley and for private functions from christenings to weddings. One client said: “The food was absolutely delicious and everybody commented on it! Please pass on my thanks also to Anna for such a delicious cake. We will definitely be using you guys again. I just need to find an excuse for another party!”

From a health point of view, there’s also the increasingly popular concept of ‘wholefoods’, something that Deli on the Lane stocks in abundance. These unprocessed and pure ingredients are perfect for your morning breakfast and snacks, making a perfect alternative to the sugary and processed cereals and snack bars that we might be tempted to give our children for convenience’ sake. That’s not to say they can’t have a treat – there’s delicious organic chocolate and biscuits available, all packaged as beautifully as you might expect.

In short, there’s nothing that Rafferty’s and Deli on the Lane cannot do when it comes to food, whether it’s brunch with friends, an afternoon slice of cake and a coffee, a takeaway roast chicken for your Sunday lunch or catering for a full-blown party this festive season. Whatever it is, you won’t be disappointed. n For more information on Rafferty’s, call 01732 or visit www.raffertys.info; for more on Deli on the Lane, call 01732 469 868 or visit www.delionthelane.co.uk

Rafferty’s offer heart-warming evening takeaway meals

Just some of the delicious items from the ‘wholefoods’ and ‘fresh foods’ ranges

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PARTY HAIR WITH MATTHEW CROSS Leanne Rice consults Sevenoaks hairdresser Matthew Cross for two party styles that’ll last the evening this festive season Matthew Cross stylist Tom Birch is largely in charge of the ladies who require a special occasion hairstyle and has clients travelling into Sevenoaks from London especially for one of his legendary blow-drys.

At a reasonable £25, the Christmas slots are booking up fast, but don’t worry. Here’s how to recreate the voluminous blow-dry at home:

BLOW-DRY BoUffaNT

After shampoo and conditioning, run mousse through the hair and blow-dry just the roots of the top half upwards, creating lift and volume on top of the head

Separate the hair into sections, starting with the bottom half, and wrap around a thermal round brush while blow-drying to create a curl

STYLE WINTER SEASON Vine shows you how to combat the dreary winter months ahead with bursts of righteous red, this season’s hottest colour

The powers that be have spoken: red really is the colour to be seen in this winter. Starting with a neutral base of foundation and mascara, add a pop of this attention-seeking hue to your lips. For a look that is totally bang-on trend, go for this estée Lauder Pure Colour Lipstick in Scarlet Siren for £18.50.

For added protection and a buttery-softness, pop Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Lip Balm into your purse at a bargain £1.79 for daily winter wear.

Continue into top section of hair but secure curls in a big roller for a few minutes to maintain height and volume

Secure with hairspray to keep the style intact

STYLiSH UP-DO Tom’s best tip to choosing the perfect going-out hairstyle is to pick one that complements the outfit. He says: “I would rather a client showed me a picture of the dress she’ll wear than a style she likes, because the whole look has to work.”

Blow-dry as above, then scrape the bottom section of hair into a tight side ponytail

Backcomb the top section of hair at the roots, then smooth hair over it so it looks neat. Secure with another elastic over the existing ponytail to make one complete one

Take small sections of hair from the ponytail, bring the end of each bit around in a loop and secure with a bobby pin under the ponytail.

Continue with all of the pulled back hair

Secure with hairspray and make sure no hair sections have gone astray

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For nails, Barry is best!

From Barry M’s extensive colour palette of nail paints, pack some punch in this ‘Brit Red’ hue for £2.99.

Don’t let dry hands spoil the fun; smell of red roses while keeping your mitts moisturised with Dr. organic Rose Otto Hand & Nail Cream for £6.49.

Perfect for play, Chanel’s Luminous Long Wear Eyeshadow in Ebloui for £22.50 is all you need for creating a dramatic evening look for eyes.

Glittered with hints of gold, bronze and platinum, this long-lasting powder-cream textured shadow is red gone glam. Turn up the heat on this look with eyelure’s Heated Eyelash Curler for £10.30: just wait 20 seconds, then stroke, hold and release for perfectly curled, beautiful lashes.

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WELLNESS

SALON of the MONTH When Vine last featured the elegant and creative hair studio The HairDresser Sevenoaks a year ago, it was the best-kept secret in Sevenoaks – now the secret is well and truly out, as Leanne Rice discovers

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evenoaks has numerous hair salons to pick from, but with something as delicate as hair, choice isn’t always a blessing.

However, there’s one place in town that has both originality and expertise – The HairDresser Sevenoaks. The salon believes in innovation not imitation, and with over 35 years of hairdressing and client-care experience spanning the UK and Europe, it makes it easy for a potential client to choose after all.

The HairDresser Sevenoaks’ ethos is, quite literally, to care for you and what you really want from your hairstyle. It is both glaringly obvious and wonderfully reassuring that the team take their profession so very personally. Owner Chris Chevasco and business partner Neal Henderson-Smith say: “We don’t limit our consultations; we draw out as much information from you as we can so we can get it right, and get you to tell us what you don’t like. We want you to leave feeling happy.”

The pair have an edge, replacing commonplace and stuffy hair salons with their corporate products and rocketing prices, with good-natured attitudes and a dead-set determination to leave you with a style you like instead of a style they like. HairDresser Sevenoaks is a hair studio stripped back from overused, fashion-focused dress-up to two straightforward guys with a flair for hair and a true understanding of any customer that walks through their door. And, more importantly, who take the time to make sure you want to come back to them.

Like many of our forward-thinking Sevenoaks businesses, The HairDresser Sevenoaks is aware that moving with the times means more than shelving the

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latest professional products. As a client to the studio, your hair will be treated with what they believe are the finest products available in luxury surroundings. Relax in the massage backwash points and take advantage of free Wi-Fi and iPads for the workers among us or, of course, there’s the traditional selection of quality magazines you don’t usually get time to read. The selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments are extensive and complimentary, meaning you can truly enjoy your time here. There isn’t a shadow of doubt that Milkshake, the product line they use and love, (pictured right) contains nothing but natural ingredients at an affordable price.

Milkshake products are on sale in-house and their customised gift packs make the perfect Christmas gift for stylish relatives or friends.

The HairDresser Sevenoaks knows that good value is important to every customer and offers an extraordinary 40 per cent discount for colour appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays (excluding December), making it perfect for first-timers to the salon or those who find the full-colour price bracket daunting. Chris and Neal say: “It’s about building a relationship where staying late and opening early isn’t a hardship. It’s about us being the best people for the job with the right mentality.” The 30% off all services HairDresser Sevenoaks is certainly unique and the team strives to make you feel like FOR NEW CLIENTS an individual with the latest services and Offer valid from 01/11/2011 to 30/11/2011 treatments; you’re never just another carbon and 01/01/2012 to 31/01/2012 (excluding copy off the production line.

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Fresh, friendly and doctor-led, The Skin Clinic in Riverhead is revolutionising how we treat our skin, says Ashleigh Togher

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here’s no escaping the skin you’re in and for some this is a daunting thought.

Common skin conditions like acne, wrinkles, scarring and pigmentation problems often distress those they affect resulting in poor self-esteem. Many people shy away from seeking help for their skin problems and hence many skin conditions go undiagnosed or sub-optimally managed.

If you are concerned about your skin or want to start looking after it more carefully what you need is a bespoke, doctor-led clinic like The Skin Clinic, new to Sevenoaks.

The Skin Clinic was recently opened

by Dr Johanna Ward, a consultant GP with a special interest in dermatology, minor surgery and advanced facial aesthetics. You know you are in expert hands as Dr Ward is a Hamilton Fraser-certified trainer for other medical professionals in Botox and Dermal fillers and is extremely experienced. She ran a successful skin clinic on Harley Street before bringing her expertise to Kent.

But Dr Ward doesn’t just know her stuff; she is a warm and friendly doctor with a genuine passion for healthy skin and skin science.

In addition to the unrivalled service Dr Ward and her staff provide, The Skin Clinic itself is really something special.

On the top floor is a fully-equipped minor surgery suite where surgical treatments such as mole and skin tag removal takes place as well as nonsurgical anti-ageing treatments such as Botox, fillers, dermaroller, chemical peels and microdermabrasion to name just a few! Downstairs is a large, luxurious waiting room complete with chandeliers for a ‘chic boutique’ look you’re not likely to find at your local GP.

The Skin Clinic also has its own inhouse skin shop featuring prescriptionstrength skin products that have been hand-picked by Dr Ward. A variety of highly sought-after active skin creams and serums are available, including products from the groundbreaking American dermatologist Zein Obagi, Skinceuticals and the Neostrata range.

These products are designed to transform your skin at the cellular level and can help with problems such as fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin/pigmentation, acne and general skin rejuvenation.

What The Skin Clinic offers is a onestop-shop for all your skin needs. Book a consultation with Dr Ward and she can diagnose your dermatological problem, create a personalised management plan to deal with it and help rejuvenate your skin. In addition, you can get expert advice on the latest skin care products and learn how to maximise your skin health all in one (very pretty) place.

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any people find themselves inventing excuses when it comes to booking yearly and six-monthly checkups, but what is it in particular that concerns you? Is it the fear of pain, or the noise of the drill? Is it the smell of the practice, or perhaps the mere thought of going?

In Sevenoaks, the two founding partners of Atkinson Brignall Caring Dentistry, Doctors Ian Brignall and Miles Atkinson, have worked hard to overcome these preconceptions associated with visiting the dentist through a policy of “caring reassurance and clinical excellence”.

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planning, the team will be able to assess your concerns and can meet up with you prior to your consultation to discuss how you would like to proceed. Utilising practical methods and techniques, Atkinson Brignall’s team of dental professionals will advise on the best procedures to follow, ensuring that you feel calm and in control throughout.

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For extremely nervous patients, they offer a variety of techniques including intravenous sedation and inhalation sedation – a procedure available for both children and adults that allows for a gradual sedation through a relaxing mixture of gas and air.

Professor Graham Roberts, part of the Atkinson Brignall team, said:

“This is a marvellous way of helping anxious children and their parents to overcome their apprehensions”.

Additionally, the practice offers the facility of cognitive hypnotherapy to aid patients with issues like needle phobia or general fears of visiting the dentist.

Whatever problem or issue you are experiencing, the team at Atkinson Brignall will be glad to help you and will take your call in confidence. n Call 01732 459555, email admin@ atkinsonbrignall. co.uk or visit www. atkinsonbrignall.co.uk for more information

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Solar company Stroud and Moore is looking to the future in more ways than one – with the Olympics around the corner, the team is supporting local GB hopeful Lizzy Yarnold in her quest for success

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ot only looking to make the world a greener place, local company Stroud and Moore Solar Solutions is supporting Britain’s future in the form of local Olympic hopeful Lizzy Yarnold.

Business owners Richard Stroud and Peter Moore met Lizzy at Vine’s monthly Grapevine networking event where she spoke passionately about her sport, Bob Skeleton, and were taken with her sheer enthusiasm and hard work.

Sevenoaks girl Lizzy has been competing for Great Britain and she is attempting to raise funds so she can train full-time; she is currently working a full time job and training hard in her spare time.

Lizzy hopes to emulate the success of Amy Williams who recently won gold at the Winter Olympics, the first woman to win an individual winter gold medal in 58 years.

Peter said: “We are extremely proud to be able to sponsor Lizzy and she has a fantastic future ahead of her. Lizzy is only hundredths of a second away from achieving what Amy did and we’re hoping that with our help she can keep GB Women’s Bob Skeleton on top of

the world.”

As a company that cares, Stroud and Moore has taken the initiative to focus on the high demand in the area for reducing the carbon footprint and working on using affordable renewable resources – certainly an alternative to consider as energy prices reach a record high.

The government’s Microgeneration Scheme for PV (Photovoltaic) solar panelling means that while also saving the planet, you can generate your own

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electricity and earn a taxfree income for 25 years on the ‘feed the tariff ’ scheme.

With 35 years’ combined experience within the electrical installation, building, maintenance and repair industry, and also as affiliates to Elecsa and REAL, Stroud and Moore is confident that the team can cater for all your solar PV, domestic and commercial electrical needs. n For more information, visit www.samss.co.uk or call Peter Moore on 07522097019 and Richard Stroud 07595046815 n For more information on Lizzy Yarnold, visit www.lizzygbskeleton.com

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HOME & GARDEN

A TIMELESS twist Leanne Rice potters down to Lady Butterworth’s, Sevenoaks’ answer to vintage event supplies, gifts and furnishings, to find out why ‘buying vintage’ has stood the test of time

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eptember saw the resident businesses of Hollybush Lane welcome new proprietor Sarah Butterworth into the close-knit clan, along with her bounteous collection of delicate teacups, mismatching saucers and more floral cupcake stands than you can shake a stick at.

Inspired by 18 months of collecting vintage wares for her wedding last May, Sarah adopted her cosy boutique in the prime Sevenoaks hotspot and started trading within a month. The market for this unique business venture became apparent after her stall at the Vintage Fair in Tunbridge Wells was completely cleaned out.

Since the start of the event-hire business and the vintage emporium, Lady Butterworth’s has gone from strength to strength. “I have been a freelance photographer for seven years and getting another business under my belt has been a high point. It’s great to have a completely different type of shop in Sevenoaks.

I am constantly sourcing new and exciting suppliers so the shop remains fresh and offers something unique that you can’t get on the high street.

“My favourite items are probably the shoe lasts [wooden feet made to a shoe size for bespoke shoemakers] which were rescued from a factory in Northamptonshire that was being demolished. Our bestsellers are our Blade and Rose baby leggings, and the vintage Lexicon card wall pictures are a favourite.

The Doors of Sevenoaks picture is now on sale too – it was the cover photo for Vine magazine in March 2010 in fact!”

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Lady Butterworth’s is the ideal spot to search out delightful vintage-inspired gifts, soft furnishings and jewellery – in particular the range of Malaya jewellery sought after by Fearne Cotton and Peaches Geldof.

If it’s a fantastic kitsch twist on your next big event you’re looking for, you’ll be hard pushed to find anyone else to supply you with such decadent china wares, but weddings aren’t the only events that Lady Butterworth’s makes extra special. With the extensive range of vintage crockery and props available, and with the ability to cater for up to 200 people, it’s a wonderful theme for birthdays, christenings and gatherings of all kinds.

Sarah has even supplied cake stands for Jo Malone’s photoshoot for the 2012 advertising campaign and, of course, some good old-fashioned tea parties.

Alongside the Vintage Wedding Fair in Chiswick, Lady Butterworth’s is gearing up for the Christmas months. The arrival of cards, wrapping and general gift accessories is imminent to add a creative twist to the annual task of present-wrapping, plus Lady Butterworth’s will be staying open late along with the other Hollybush Lane retailers to spread some festive cheer. Also to look forward to in the New Year is the launch of Lady Butterworth’s online store, so you won’t even have to leave your home to get your hands on Sarah’s fabulous vintage wares. n For more information visit www.ladybutterworths. co.uk or call 01732 450441. Listen to Sarah interviewed in Vine’s new Sevenoaks podcast online at www.vinedigital.co.uk

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Traditional Bespoke Furniture is a specialist company that pays great attention to detail, only working on one project at a time to ensure the best possible service is provided. With 18 years of experience, co-founders Jason and Chris keep the client highly involved every step of the way, from planning and brainstorming to building and installing, not settling until everyone is delighted.

This warm, rustic-looking family kitchen was made in ‘Portobello’ style: a custom-made look created by the Traditional Bespoke team. The overall design was inspired by pre-existing elements of the property in order to create a continuous theme throughout the client’s home. Sturdy, countrified features like the royal green granite top, earthy paint colours and rustic oak worktop were integrated into the kitchen’s rather neutral base, which was finished with curved units and quarter rounds to soften the look.

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So if you are thinking of giving your home a new look on your terms, you can trust the dedicated team at Traditional Bespoke Furniture to get you there. n Visit www. traditionalbespoke furniture.co.uk or call 01892 723083 for more information

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of the month DETAILS Map: OS Explorer 147 Start & finish: Otford Public Car Park, Otford Distance: 5.3 miles Time: 3 hours Terrain: Fields and tracks with some on-road sections, undulating paths, and steep slope Stiles: 8 Gates: 6 Steps: 2 sets Parking: Otford public car park opposite The Bull pub Step count: approximately 10,600 n From car park opposite The Bull pub make left along high street. After short distance turn left at The Forge House Restaurant. The Otford Solar System model is at the end of path n Follow path through gate and tree line, crossing the Darent Valley Golf Course n Follow path onto cricket ground and continue around edge to kissing gate on other side n Continue along path until main road n Turn right and follow main road A225 to junction (turn left to explore Shoreham), passing golf course entrance and going under railway bridge n Cross road to gravel path at right of building n Bear left at forked junction, take footpath into woods. Path will become steep with 145 steps to climb n Cross over field to the left of farm houses. Once there, follow arrows to farm’s gate and onto track

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Cross field and stile then head downhill until you reach a road (Eastdown House on right) n Turn left and follow road uphill. Cross stile on right into field and follow path towards gate and cross stile into another field. Follow path and cross stile into woods then follow fenced path until road n Turn right and follow onto junction then cross island. Climb stile near gate for North Downs Way. Follow left along field into wooded area. Follow downhill and take in some lovely views of Otford n Follow path until road.

Cross pavement and turn right following North Downs Way sign. Bear left at junction and follow path taking you back to Otford over bridge, past pond, pubs and shops and back to The Bull car park

n Bear left for footpath onto another field. Follow arrows until wooded boundary. Follow gap to path then cross stile onto hillside overlooking golf course.

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n 01 Nov. Pottery Painting for adults. 19:00-22:00. Croc’n’Craft, Cobden Rd, Sevenoaks. www. crocncraft.co.uk

n 05 Nov. Ivy Hatch Fireworks.

Plough pub, Ivy Hatch

n 01 Nov. Sevenoaks Visual Arts Forum. 19:00-21:00. Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk n 03 Nov-07 Jan. Art exhibition.

Kaleidoscope Gallery, Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks. 01732 453118 www.kent.gov.uk/libs n 11, 18 Nov. Seasonal Floral Demonstration. 11:00-15:00.

Chartwell near Westerham. £25. 01732 861161 www. nationaltrust.org.uk

Blood donation sessions n 21 Nov. Blood Donation Session. 13:30-16:30, 17:3019:30. St Dunstans Church Hall, London Rd, Southborough. 0300 123 2323 www.blood.co.uk n 23 Nov. Blood Donation Session. 11:00-13:45, 15:3017:30. Nursing Home car park, Nellington Rd, Rusthall near Tunbridge Wells. 0300 123 2323 www.blood.co.uk

Business n 02 Nov. 1st Wednesdays Business Networking Event.

10:30-12:00. Plaza Suite, Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. Free. Chamber of Commerce 01732 455188 n 04 Nov. Fortnightly. Business 4Networking Breakfast.

08:00-10:00. Old Eden pub, Edenbridge. £10. 0845 123 4444 www.4networking.biz n 09 Nov. Fortnightly. Business 4Networking Breakfast. 08:0010:00. George & Dragon pub, Chipstead. £10. 0845 123 4444 www.4networking.biz

children – draMa, dance & Music n 04 Nov. Soundwaves Youth Bands Night for under-18s.

19:00-22:00. Plaza Suite, Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. £4. 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks. co.uk n 06 Nov. Weekly. Family Roller Disco. 14:00-16:30. Leisure Centre, Suffolk Way, Sevenoaks. £6.50. 020 8656 0513 www. rocknrollerdisco.com n 26-30 Nov. Wind in the Willows. 20:00. Westerham Hall, Quebec Avenue, Westerham.

Westerham Amateur Dramatic Society www.wads-web.net

children – fireworks n 04 Nov. Kemsing Fireworks.

18:30 Barbecue, 19:30 Fireworks.

n 05 Nov. Riverhead Fireworks.

Scout Hut in Bradbourne Vale Rd. Riverhead Scouts n 05 Nov. Westerham Fireworks. 17:30. King George Playing Field, Westerham. Adults £8, children £5. 01959 562372 www.visitwesterham.org.uk

christMas events n 01-30 Nov. Charity Christmas Card Shop. 10:00-16:00.

Sevenoaks Library, Buckhurst Lane, Sevenoaks. Cards for Good Causes 01264 361555 www. cardsforcharity.co.uk n 02 Nov. Christmas Fair.

10:30-15:30. Grasshopper Inn, Moorhouse near Westerham. £3 (under 5s free) in aid of Cancer Research n 05 Nov. Christmas Fair.

10:00-14:30. Village Memorial Hall, Otford. Free in aid of Hospice in the Weald. 01732 761104 n 17 Nov. Christmas Pudding & all things seasonal. 11:00-15:00.

Chartwell near Westerham. £25. 01732 861161 www. nationaltrust.org.uk n 18-27 Nov (excl. 21). Bazaar Christmas Extravaganza. The Great Barn in The Plough Inn, Hildenborough, TN11 9AJ. 10.30am – 7pm. 01892 822746 www.bazaarshop.co.uk n 19 Nov. Christmas Fair, Art Exhibition and Sale. Bessels Green Baptist Church, TN13 2PS. 10am – 1pm. Gifts, cards, live music, seasonal refreshments, children’s games and crafts!

Contact Jo Durling 01732 460818.

THE UNRIVALLED SEVENOAKS LISTINGS GUIDE. Rd, Sevenoaks. 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks.co.uk n 20 Nov. Flower Painting on Ceramic Bowls workshop for adults. 19:30-21:30. Croc’n’Craft, Cobden Rd, Sevenoaks. £15. www.crocncraft.co.uk n 25 Nov. Nut Candle Ring floristry workshop. 09:30.

Coolings Garden Centre, Rushmore Hill, Knockholt. £25 including lunch. 01959 532269 www.coolings.co.uk

coMMunity n 02, 16 Nov. Lunch Club.

11:25-13:30. Social Club, Dunton Green. Age UK 01959 523157 n 07, 14, 21 Nov. Drop-in. 14:00.

St Lukes Church Hall, Eardley Rd, Sevenoaks. Parkinsons UK n 13 Nov. Remembrance Day. Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks. co.uk n 13 Nov. Remembrance Day Parade & Service. 10:50. War Memorial, The Vine, Sevenoaks n 13 Nov. Remembrance Sunday. Coolings Garden Centre, Rushmore Hill, Knockholt. 01959 532269 www.coolings.co.uk

n 01-20 Nov. A Family Affair exhibition. 12:00-16:00. Hever Castle, Hever near Edenbridge.

Adults £14, OAPs £12, children £8. 01732 865224 www. hevercastle.co.uk n 01-30 Nov. Chiddingstone exhibition. Wed & Fri 14:00-16:30, Thu & Sat 10:00-16:30. Free. Eden Valley Museum,Church House, 72 High St, Edenbridge. 01732 868102 www.evmt.org.uk n 05-06 Nov. 18th century medicine. 13:00-17:00. Quebec House, Westerham. 01732 861161 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

n 26-27 Nov. Festive Fayre.

10:00-16:00. Dorton House, Wildernesse Avenue, Seal. £5.

Ellenor Lions Hospices 01322 221315 www.ellenorlions.org

n 19-20 Nov. Life on the Quebec. 13:00-17:00. Quebec House, Westerham. 01732 861161 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

classes, courses & workshoPs n 02 Nov. Cupcake Decorating Masterclass. 19:00-21:00. Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. £35. 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks. co.uk Bellas Cupcakes 07802 795846 www.bellascupcakes. co.uk

n 19-20 Nov. Orpington Art Club exhibition. Coolings Garden Centre, Rushmore Hill, Knockholt. 01959 532269 www. coolings.co.uk

farMers’ Markets n 01 Nov. Weekly. Farmers’ Market. 09:00-11:00. St Johns Church Centre, Hildenborough. www. hildenboroughfarmersmarket. co.uk www.kentfarmersmarkets. org.uk

n 06 Nov. Oil Painting Workshop. 10:00-16:30.

Sevenoaks. £47. www. paintwithrose.co.uk

n 03 Nov. Weekly. Farmers’ Market. 09:00-11:00. St Giles Church, Shipbourne. www. kentfarmersmarkets.org.uk

n 17 Nov. Panto Workshop for Adults. 18:30-21:30. Stag Community Arts Centre, London

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Town Hall forecourt, Tunbridge Wells. www.kentfarmersmarkets. org.uk n 27 Nov. Farmers’ Market. 09:30-13:30. High St, West Malling. www. kentfarmersmarkets.org.uk

filMs n 01 Nov. Who’s afraid of Virginia Woolf film. 14:30, 19:45.

Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks. co.uk

Kingsdown. 0845 453 9000 www.brandshatch.co.uk

Music – general n 11 Nov. Peter Knight’s Gigspanner. St Edith Hall, Kemsing. Brandywine Music www.brandywinemusic.co.uk n 19 Nov. On the Beat with Syd Lawrence Orchestra.

19:30. Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. £18-20. 01732 450175 www. stagsevenoaks.co.uk GCR Promotions n 20 Nov. Film music of John Barry & Beyond by Sevenoaks & Tonbridge Concert Band.

19:30-22:00. Pamoja Hall, SPACE Performing Arts Centre, Sevenoaks School, Tonbridge Rd, Sevenoaks. £9 (concessions £7). 01732 467765 www. sevenoaksschool.

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05 Nov. Sevenoaks Fireworks. Torchlight Procession from Bus Station 18:30, Fireworks 19:30. Sevenoaks School, Tonbridge Rd, Sevenoaks. Adults £8, children £4. Tickets from Tourist Office, Stag Box Office, Lorimers and Sevenoaks Travel.

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n 24 Nov. Film by Michael Palin on Commonwealth War Graves Commission. 20:00. St Nicholas Church, High St, Sevenoaks. £3.

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gardening n 02 Nov. Weekly. Guided garden tour. 14:00. Chartwell near Westerham. 01732 861161 www.nationaltrust.org.uk n 03 Nov. Meet the Garden Team lecture lunch. 11:00-15:00.

Chartwell near Westerham. £25. 01732 861161 www. nationaltrust.org.uk n 06 Nov. Plant Doctor Service.

11:00-15:00. Broadview Gardens, Hadlow College, Hadlow (01732 850551, 853211) www.hadlow. ac.uk

historic houses n 02 Nov. Weekly. Head Torch Conservation Tour. 11:30-12:30.

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01732 462100 n 03-04 Nov. Conservation Open Day. 11:00-16:00.

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01732 861161 www. nationaltrust.org.uk n 12-13, 26-27 Nov. Fire & Candles. 13:00-17:00. Quebec House, Westerham. 01732 861161 www.nationaltrust.org.uk

MotorsPorts n 19 Nov. Britcar Into the Night Race. Brands Hatch Motor Racing Circuit near West

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PhotograPhy n 07 Nov. Projected Image Competition. 20:00-22:00.

Mencap Hall, 71 Hitchen Hatch Lane, Sevenoaks. Camera Club www.sevenoakscameraclub. org.uk n 14 Nov. Talk on In My Mind’s Eye. 20:00-22:00. Mencap Hall, 71 Hitchen Hatch Lane, Sevenoaks. Camera Club www. sevenoakscameraclub.org.uk n 28 Nov. Print Competition.

20:00-22:00. Mencap Hall, 71 Hitchen Hatch Lane, Sevenoaks. Camera Club www. sevenoakscameraclub.org.uk

shoPPing n 05 Nov. Jumble Sale. Kemsing Scouts 01732 762774 n 12 Nov. Nearly New Sale.

10:30-11:45. Knole Academy East, Seal Hollow Rd, Seal. £1.

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social events n 11 Nov. Italian Night.

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Westerham Hall, Quebec Avenue, Westerham. £20 in aid of Hospice in the Weald. 01959 562946 n 19 Nov. Ballroom & sequence dance. Westerham Hall, Quebec Avenue, Westerham. Stragglers Social Club 01959 700788

NOVEMBER EVENTS AT the stag What’s on at your local theatre and cinema? n 26 Nov. Murder Mystery Dinner. Salomons, Broomhill Rd, Southborough near Tunbridge Wells. 01892 515152 www. salomons.org.uk

theatre n 03 Nov. Stand-Up Comedy.

20:00. Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. £14. 01732 450175 www. stagsevenoaks.co.uk Outside the Box Comedy Club www. outsidetheboxcomedy.co.uk n 09-12 Nov. Hound of the Baskervilles play. 20:00 (+ Sat matinee 14:30). Stag Community Arts Centre, London Rd, Sevenoaks. £12-14. 01732 450175 www.stagsevenoaks. co.uk Sevenoaks Players n 14 Nov. Tales from a Sea Journey. 19:30-21:00. Sackville Theatre, SPACE Performing Arts Centre, Sevenoaks School, Tonbridge Rd, Sevenoaks. £12 (concessions £10. 01732 467765 www.sevenoaksschool.org n 19-26 Nov. Oh What a Lovely War. 20:00 (Sun 15:00).

Oast Theatre, London Rd, Hildenborough. £10. 01732 363849 www.oasttheatre.com n 23 Nov. Monologue Jam one-man show competition.

18:30-21:00. Sackville Theatre, SPACE Performing Arts Centre, Sevenoaks School, Tonbridge Rd, Sevenoaks. Free. 01732 467765 www.sevenoaksschool.org

walks n 10 Nov. 5 mile country walk around Ashdown Forest.

Meet 10:00 Kings Standing car park. Sevenoaks Society 01892 870300, 01732 459001 www. sevenoakssociety.org.uk

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classic filM cluB - who’s afraid of virginia woolf? (1966) 1 Nov, 2.30pm & 7.45pm

Starring Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton and George Segal.

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outside the Box coMedy cluB 3 Nov, 8pm, £14

With resident host Maff Brown...Over-16’s. Some of the best comedy acts in the UK have played at The Stag Theatre: Lee Mack, Stephen Merchant, Andy Parsons, Rufus Hound, Omid Djalili, Russell Howard, Sarah Millican. Voted 4th best comedy venue in the UK (The Guardian)

soundwaves 4 Nov, 7pm - 10pm, £2 or £4 on the door

Soundwaves is a monthly night of live music for U18s, showcasing up and coming local talent. To register for our under 18’s Soundwaves nights which includes updates, offers and info please text “STAG1” to 60777

oysterBand & June taBor 4 Nov, 8pm, £18

Presented by Brandywine Music. Twenty-one years ago June Tabor and Oysterband made a landmark album of dark folk together, ‘Freedom and Rain’, a union that Rolling Stone called “a marriage made in heaven.” With a new album full of gorgeous tunes and brooding intensity called ‘Ragged Kingdom’, June Tabor and Oysterband launch one of the most anticipated collaborations of the year. www.brandywinemusic.co.uk

sevenoaks fireworks event 5 Nov, 6.30pm

Sevenoaks Round Table will be organising their annual Torchlight procession and Bonfire Fireworks on Saturday 5th November.

The Torchlight Procession will start from the bus station and proceed down the High Street to Sevenoaks School. The first Rocket will go off at 7:30 pm. Profits are donated to local charities. For more information visit www.sevenoaksroundtable. co.uk

hound of the Baskervilles 9, 10, 11 and 12 Nov, 8pm, £12 and £14

Presented by the award-winning Sevenoaks Players. In this classic spine chiller, Sir Henry is heir to the Baskerville fortune as well as the family curse. Is the supernatural at work? Only Sherlock Holmes can stop the beast from striking again. This much loved drama, directed by Dale Thomas, will have you on the edge of your seat. Audiences will have a terrific time attempting to discover the true killer.

christMas arts & crafts fair 10 Nov, 10.30am - 3pm, FREE

Lots of Festive gifts under one roof. May include jewellery, cards and printed art.

Matt schofield 12 Nov, 8pm, £15.

Presented by Brandywine Music. British bluesman Matt Schofield is now firmly established as the freshest and most exciting blues guitarist to have emerged on the world scene for many years. He is rated in the ‘Top Ten British Blues Guitarists of All Time’

by Guitar & Bass magazine, putting him in the company of such illustrious names as Eric Clapton and Peter Green. www.brandywinemusic.co.uk

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the history of PantoMiMe 19 Nov,10am & 11.30am, £5

Starring Silly Billy and Mother Goose. An hour-long interactive performance, performed by Sevenoaks’ best-loved comic and dame, Silly Billy (Ant Payne) and Mother Goose (Robert Pearce). The show, suitable for children of all ages, will take audiences through the history and traditions of this uniquely British theatre tradition, with all the jokes, routines, and audience participation audiences have come to expect from The Stag’s annual pantomime. Book early to avoid disappointment!

“on the Beat” featuring chris dean’s syd lawrence orchestra 19 Nov, 7.30pm, £20, £18

Presented by GCR Promotions. In their 12th year as ‘Best Big Band In The Land’, Chris Dean and The Syd Lawrence Orchestra are in top form once again in this new show.

Featuring the music of Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Billy May, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and many, many more, ‘On The Beat’ recreates the unabashed, unquestioning romance that music lovers had with Big Bands in the mid-20th century.

half a sixPence 23 – 26 Nov, 7.45pm, £16

Presented by Petts Wood Operatic Society. Folkestone 1900: Arthur Kipps works for a tyrannical draper but attempts to transfer from his humble beginnings into the gentry after inheriting a fortune. He abandons his first love, Ann, to whom he has given half a sixpence as a love token. But, although money can buy you a banjo it doesn’t bring Kipps happiness.

A heart-warming musical tale of rags to riches and back again, it includes the memorable Flash, Bang, Wallop! And the happy title song.

the elevators 26 Nov, 8pm, £10

Presented by Blues With Bottle Club. The Elevators is one of the leading exponents of classic electric blues in the UK,with references to BB King, Peter Green and Clapton. They go down a storm in blues venues across the country and this is a welcome return to the Plaza Blues series. With Fran Galpin, Paul Rawson, Phil Greaves, Mick Fowlie-Hill and Martin Robinson.

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