East Kent Lifestyle Issue 10 Sept-Oct

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Peter Capaldi

Oscar Winner Capaldi Lands His Dream Role as the 12th Dr Who

Heat Your Home

Autumnal Style

Fuel Economic Fireplace Feature

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Birds, Boats & Bays Nature’s own walk from Ramsgate to Pegwell

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ello, and welcome to the September/October edition of East Kent Lifestyle. Well, it finally happened, we got ourselves a sunny, Kentish, summer! After one of the longest winters in living memory, the sun dusted itself off, put on it’s shades, and treated us to a scorching couple of months. Happy days!

The sun is still shining as I write this, and hopefully the summer will be Indian!

There’s plenty to get stuck into this issue. Peruse the delights of Whitstable, one of Britain’s favourite seaside towns, put on your walking shoes and try our latest East Kent walk, courtesy of Explore Kent, dine in style at Margate’s hottest new steakhouse, or learn to bake the perfect loaf with Lisa Hemingway, from the Cupcake Café.

Get in season and en vogue with the latest Autumn Fashions from Fenwick’s and Ashford Designer Outlet, and pick up beauty tips from Kent based beauty experts, Allison Allen & Amy McManus.

Jaillan Yehia shows you how to get the best out of a trip to Wales, and John Sanson enjoys his day out with the brand new Grand Cherokee. We also take a look back at the career of the freshly announced, and twelfth Dr Who, the peerless Peter Capaldi.

With homes and gardens, news, events, reviews, education, food & drink, and much more besides, relax in autumn, cheer the kids return to school and enjoy the latest East Kent Lifestyle on us.

Pete Nichols, Publishing Director

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food and drink 49 51 52 54 57

Roasted Chump of Kentish Lamb Basic bread making What’s really in our Ice-cream Bentley’s Lounge & Grill Cocktails by the Cuban

home 27 31 34 36

Autumnal Heating Alternatives Affordable Luxury in Ashford Childs Play A Garden for all Seasons

music 40 Scouting for Girls

health & beauty 13 83 84 86 6

Your Spa Harrison's Hair Tips How to Make Your Nails Grow Beauty with Alison Allen

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fashion

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cocktails by the cuban

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raw chocolate & ginger ice cream sunday

68 Fenwick Fashion 80 Trends and Fashion

regulars & features 12 News 15 Sustainable Living in East Kent 16 Fabulous Finds 18 Herne Bay to Minnis Bay Cycle Trail 20 A Wander Through Whitstable 22 Boats, Birds & Bays 24 A History of Hornby 45 Peter Capaldi 92 Whats's Occurring?

94 Mick & Sally White

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education 91 Perfect Score!

travel 66 Anglesey

motoring 60 Jeep Grand Cherokee Review 63 The Driving Adventure of a Lifetime

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Contributors Jaillan Yehia, Nerissa Blower, Amy McManus, Brad McManus, George Pantelli, Christina Atesh, Martin McHugh, Renee Maguire, Tony King, Pete Nichols, Explore Kent, Lisa Hemingway, John Sanson, Sue Harrison, Allison Allen, Fenwicks Canterbury, Brian Urwin

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White Cliffs Named Top

Walk

The White Cliffs of Dover has been named one of the National Trust’s top ten walks as part of the charity’s Great British Walk 2013.

A two month walking festival, the Great British Walk encourages everyone to explore the outdoors and discover secret spots and special stories that can only be discovered on foot at National Trust places and spaces.

As part of the celebration, the White Cliffs has been listed as one of the most iconic coastal walks in the country, with secrets to be uncovered at every turn in its history, lighthouse, shipwrecks, smugglers, wildlife and even the tea room!

To mark the top ten status, the Trust has revealed its top facts about the White Cliffs: • The White Cliffs is the first place you can watch the sun rise in the UK during the winter months

New Year’s Eve Gala Night at Canterbury Cathedral Lodge Canterbury Cathedral Lodge is set within the inspirational, private grounds of Canterbury Cathedral and offers outstanding hospitality and traditional values.

We cannot think of a more spectacular backdrop to seeing in the New Year than from the Cathedral Lodge’s Kentish Barn which overlooks the stunning Cathedral. This year the Lodge are hosting a fabulous New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner, with champagne and canapés on arrival, a 5-course gala dinner, DJ and live music, followed by a champagne and Scottish piper at midnight.

If you would like to stay the night and enjoy a late brunch on New Year’s Day, bedrooms are available. This event is strictly black tie and starts with drinks at 7.00pm and carriages at 1.00am. Price £99.95 per adult.

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• S outh Foreland Lighthouse, which can only be reached on foot, is the closest point in the UK to France at just 21.5 miles away, and was the first lighthouse in the world to use an electric light • The White Cliffs has a biodiversity equal to that of the tropical rainforest •O n a clear day you can see the town hall clock in Calais from the lighthouse, though you might need a pair of binoculars to read the time •M ore ships have sunk around the coast of Britain than any other country in the world* - over 1,000 shipwrecks lay in the waters around the White Cliffs, all occurring over the last 500 years •M rs Knott’s is arguably the National Trust’s most photographed tea room, and was voted the Trust’s second favourite in 2012

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Artists drive up property prices in

‘edgy' East Kent broadstairs

Food Festival Artists fleeing East London in favour of the more ‘edgy' coastal towns of Folkestone and Margate are unwilling catalysts for gentrification, according to research presented at the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) international conference in London.

Culture-led gentrification in Kent is causing painters, printmakers and sculptors to alter radically the character of their local area, but by doing so they are pricing themselves out of the property market, Jonathan Ward of the University of Kent told the conference.

Folkestone and Margate face being settled by the ‘yummy mummy' and ‘hipster' types - commonly found in East London, Brighton and Whitstable - that many artists have tried to escape.

Margate's Turner Contemporary and the Folkestone Triennial - both flagship initiatives of the towns' regeneration policies have concentrated on work by artists already established in the international art world in a bid to attract affluent consumers.

Folkestone Old Town and Margate Old Town - which are among the most deprived areas in the UK - are also being stripped of traditional seaside aesthetics and heritage, such as rock shops and arcades, eroding their distinctive local identities.

Now celebrating its fifth year, the Broadstairs Food Festival (4th-6th October) combines energy and enthusiasm for Kent produce with a passion for providing East Kent with a truly independent community festival.

Held annually in the picturesque seaside town, this is the highlight in East Kent’s food festival calendar, attracting between 40-50k plus visitors. The main action is a free entry 3-day Food Fair when the promenade and Victoria Gardens become home to over 100 food and drink stalls.

There are artisan beers and ciders, Kent cheeses, organic and sourdough breads, stacks of preserves and chutneys and a host of hot food stalls.

Andy McLeish from the Michelin starred Chapter One restaurant, Locksbottom, will be headlining in the Kitchen Theatre on Friday 4th October.

Other demonstrators will include local chefs and students of East Kent College, prime sponsor to the Festival.

Festival favourite TV chef Dev Biswal from Margate's Michelin-listed Ambrette Restaurant, recently declared the ‘Best Indian Restaurant in Britain’ by Morrisons magazine, will again will again be demonstrating his cooking skills. The Ambrette has also been name ‘Best Restaurant in Kent 2103’ in the Taste of Kent Awards.

Mr Ward says: "Artists often have paltry budgets and are attracted to cheap locations often inhabited by working class and other disadvantaged groups. Urban policy makers need to pay careful attention to possible negative effects of culture-led gentrification."

“The Fayre celebrates, showcase and champions Kent’s food heritage and diversity from sea to shore, field to fork,” said Festival Director Jo Scott, who added, “The event promotes Broadstairs’ and Kent’s quality food businesses and restaurant, driving the county’s reputation as a progressive and exciting food destination.”

"If Margate and Folkestone are to keep their status as important sites of cultural production, and not just cultural consumption, then they must remain affordable and symbolically desirable places for artists to live."

Younger family members can enjoy the free Children’s Workshop mornings with a variety of activities planned including bread and pizza classes.

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FEEL GOOD AT YOUR BRAND NEW RAMSGATE LEISURE CENTRE Your Leisure and Thanet District Council are pleased to announce the completion of the new swimming pools, spa and refurbishment of the facilities at the Ramsgate Sports Centre that was officially opened by Steve Backley OBE on the 1st August 2013.

The transformation was undertaken

by ISG over a 13 month period and has created a first class centre for the community to participate in a range of sport, fitness and wellbeing activities.

Customers will be able to enjoy taking a dip in the new 25 metre swimming pool or teaching their children to swim in the smaller pool – an expanded Swim School and lesson programme will also be available.

Your experience starts when you first arrive, being greeted in the new reception with a café and seating area before entering the modernised changing rooms.

The centre also includes the Feel Good Factory toning suite which provides an all-over body workout by spending just a few minutes on each of the 12 stations.

The power assisted exercise machines provide older customers and those

with restricting mobility or sporting injuries the opportunity to complete a gentler resistance based workout. An alternative workout is also available in the refurbished fitness suite which has seen the introduction of the latest state of the art fitness equipment.

Luxury and unrivalled relaxation arrives in East Kent as Ramsgate Leisure Centre now boasts “Your Spa” A purpose built luxury wellness environment which includes an array of thermal experiences, hydro spa pool and four beauty treatment rooms all available at surprisingly affordable prices.

The redevelopment project is thanks to a partnership between Your Leisure, private sector partner Alliance Leisure and Thanet District Council.

Steve Davis, Managing Director at Your Leisure Kent Limited says:

“Our aim is to encourage people of all ages to participate in an active and healthy lifestyle and this will only be achieved by improving both the quality of the facilities and the services provided within the publicly owned leisure venues we operate. At a time when public finance is under considerable constraint we are pleased to have been able to deliver this key corporate objective for the Council at no additional cost”.

Cabinet Member for Community Services, Cllr. Iris. Johnston said: “We’re delighted to celebrate the opening of a brand new swimming pool in Ramsgate.

Supporting the development of new swimming facilities in the town has been a priority for the council for some time and will be a great addition to Ramsgate.The scheme brings together two major sports facilities in one place, which was a clear mandate from local people.We’re committed to creating an active and healthier Thanet and hope that by continuing to support our local sports facilities we can inspire more residents in Thanet to keep fit and active.”

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A Different Tack Enjoys Successful Debut

By Brian Urwin

A new initiative commenced in the spring of 2012 when the Commodore of the Royal Temple Yacht Club made the suggestion to Ramsgate businesses to work with them to organise ‘land based’ family activities around our “Jewel in the Crown’ the Royal Harbour, with the vision to make Ramsgate the “Cowes of the South East” in 5 years time.

With the help of many Ramsgate businesses including The Holiday Inn, Waitrose, Tesco, Wilkinson’s, Asda, Hairspray & Marks & Spencer the idea became a reality. The event also enjoyed the support of many volunteers including Ramsgate Football Club and Generation Sports who organised coaching for young people on the sands at the rear of the old casino. It was a most successful event attended by Laura Sandys MP, and Mary Dwyer (Deputy Mayor of RTC) who judged the sandcastle competition and awarded the raffle prizes. The Ramsgate Business Steering Group is indebted to all stall holders and everyone who helped and look forward to a bigger and better Ramsgate Week in 2014.

The steering group planning for next year’s Ramsgate Week wish to harness the support and involvement of all Ramsgate communities passionate about raising the profile of our town. It is their hope to get the timely support of local authorities for at least six harbour-side events with Harbour Parade road closure.

If you are interested in being involved please contact the Ramsgate Business Community Association. info@ramsgatebca.co.uk

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Something Old, SoMething New Every issue we will be sharing some tips and ideas to save you money, make you healthier, happier and become a little bit greener. ♥S omething free – Foraged food, once a staple of people’s diets, has become fashionable again – mainly on expensive restaurant menus! If you know where to look, how to cook and how to pick sustainably, leaving enough for others and for the future, you can eat well for free. One of the best and indeed most delicious introductions to foraging you could hope to have, would be to go on one of Deal based, Lucia Stuart’s, courses.

The last one we went on, involved a glorious, relaxing afternoon, finding mussels and rock oysters in the warm shallows of the Kent coast. This was followed by the delicious thrill of our first fresh oyster, washed down with fizz and then a scrumptious foraged four course meal in Lucia’s tiny Wild Flower Kitchen, all for less than the price of the meal alone in one of those fancy

restaurants. www.thewildkitchen.net ♥S omething new – Rippledown, the environmental education centre run by the Bay Trust, has been providing fun filled and educational outdoor learning courses for over thirtyfive years, and 40,000 children from all over the South East have enjoyed a residential stay at the centre.

Now the Rippledown team have created a one day package for primary schools, clubs or large family groups, to have a Day at the Bay. Bookers can pick and mix from twelve options based in the seashore, the woods, the garden or the museum which take place in beautiful St. Margaret’s Bay or the Pines Garden. All the fun choices have a sustainability focus and can be tailored specifically for your needs, whether curriculum based or to match your group’s own interests. Contact

office@rippledown.com or go to www. rippledown.com for more information. ♥ S omething for the dogs! – and dog walkers of course. The Pines Garden Tea Room will be open from Wednesday – Sundays during the autumn and winter. Dogs are welcome and have been known to get the odd biscuit or two if they are good. Michelle and her team are famous for their warm welcome and large portions, making the Tea Room a popular pit stop on those winter walks along this fabulous bit of coastline. Hikers and cyclists are very welcome too of course. Look out for a Wild West Murder Mystery on the evening of 11th October and the return of the Sunday Roast lunch.

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There’s no better way to start your day than with this ultra-cool Camper Van Toaster! Daydream about road trips, Cornwall and camper vans whilst your toast browns with the coolest toaster you’ll ever see!

You will always have the power with the iTap, so ‘current’ it will charge up your gadgets as easy as turning a tap. The iTap charges up any USB compatible device by turning the tap.

Stylishly crafted in a slick and beautiful white durable plastic it comes complete with LED lights that turn red when off and blue when on.

Costs just £39.95 from www.prezzybox.com

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Grow Your Own Chocolate!

This kit includes everything you need to cultivate a daisy patch that Willy Wonka would be proud of. Just follow the instructions on the packet and watch your flowers blossom into chocolate scented blooms - money might not grow on trees, but apparently chocolate does! Kit includes 2 x Packets of Chocolate Daisy Seeds, 4 x Coconut Husk Starter Pots,4 x Coconut Husk Compost Discs which expand when watered and 4 x Wooden Plant Markers.

Cost: £9.95 from www.prezzybox.com

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If James Bond made a smoothie, he would definitely use Zoku’s Slushy and Milkshake Maker. Sharp, smooth and always on the money, you are only seven minutes away from your perfect iced drink with this sleek, purple device. Freeze the core and then stir in your favourite tipple. We’ve tried it, and it’s a winner.

Cost: £19.95 from www.prezzybox.com

Designed with roly-poly fun in mind! The Roller Wheel is perfect for youngsters to climb through or roll around in. Colourful balls jiggle and bounce around as the wheel rotates, this interactive toy will captures kids' imaginations.

Suitable for use both indoors and out and sharpens coordination and builds their physical strength.

Cost: £45 including pump from www.sciencemuseumshop.co.uk

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Konstruktor “DIY” Camera

With “lomography” (analogue photography movement) currently on trend, here’s a fun and simple way to build your own camera. The Konstruktor camera will allow you to produce wonderfully sharp and vibrant photos, capturing the joyful essence of photography. The DIY 35mm SLR camera has an interchangeable lens system and a shutter speed of 1/80s.

The camera has multiple exposure capability and a thread to attach a tripod for longer exposures.

Konstruktor is the perfect tool for learning the exciting mechanics behind analogue photography and of course a fabulous gift for all DIY fans.

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BAy to MinNis BAy Cycle Trail

Enjoy a refreshing 7 mile, mainly off-road, cycle ride along the coast, from the traditional seaside town of Herne Bay, alongside imposing chalk cliffs and sandy bays towards the unique Reculver Country Park and Minnis Bay.

the 5th Century, the settlement had been abandoned by the Romans and was transformed into an Anglo Saxon monastery in 669. However, the towers you see today were not Pedal on, taking in views over the built until the 12th century once the stunning bays and sea as it stretches monastery had become on towards Reculver.

"As you roll into the parish church of As you head towards Be sure to the distant Reculver Minnis Bay, gaze Reculver. pause and take in 180 Towers, you’ll find the back at the long degree views across from scenery changes to stretch of sand..." Herne Bay to Margate. a dramatic backdrop of flat marshland.

The surrounding Reculver once stood on the banks Reculver Country Park is home to a of the Wantsum, a sea channel which range of plants and wildlife. Eroding once cut off the Isle of Thanet from cliffs provide habitats for a number of the mainland. birds and insects, leading this area to be declared a Site of Special Scientific Approaching Reculver, you’ll see Interest and a designated Special the imposing silhouette of Reculver Protection Area.

Towers, the magnificent remains of a former church. Reculver was once Continue along the sea wall from a Roman settlement, having been Reculver to Minnis Bay, passing by built up around a harbour. During spectacular chalk cliffs and bays. Soak Leave the nostalgic town of Herne Bay, passing the ice cream parlour, brightly coloured beach huts and cafes which line the seafront.

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Location: Herne Bay to Minnis Bay (CT6 5JG)

Herne Bay to Whistable - On-road/Off-road Other cycle route - On-road/Off-road

Distance: 7 miles (11.2 km)

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up the views as you cycle on, but make sure you take advantage of the many rock pools and bays waiting to be explored.

Once you’ve taken in the views, enjoyed a drink in the café or a paddle in the sea, hop on your bike and pedal back towards Herne Bay.

As you roll into Minnis Bay, gaze back at the long stretch of sand and maybe treat yourself to an ice cream or a drink from the café by the beach. After a rewarding bike ride, the sweeping sands of the beach and the sea beyond provide a welcoming end to your journey.

To find out about other cycle routes in Kent or for information on walking, riding and country parks in Kent, visit www.kent.gov.uk/ explorekent. Follow @explorekent on Twitter.

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Through Whitstable Words by Christina Atesh

Based in the district of the City of Canterbury, and famous for its oysters, it’s no wonder that Whitstable is one of the most popular and most visited seaside towns in the country.

Dubbed “The Pearl of Kent”, due to the oysters, not only is it the perfect way to spend a balmy day on the beach, with its fine selection of seafood restaurants and lovely beach huts, it’s also got a great historical background (the town itself dating back to well before Roman times). Its shingle beach makes for pretty walks along the seaside, and its family orientated feel, gives a nice laid back atmosphere, both fashionable and relaxing.

The high street boasts boutiques and independent café’s amongst the usual high street finds, giving Whitstable a fashionable edge, as well as the feeling of taking a break, away from city life.You can soak up the local atmosphere in one of the famous pubs, The Old Neptune, which sits directly on the picturesque beach. And if you missed the Oyster festival which is hosted annually in July, do not fear, for the autumn also has its collection of events, such as the Whitstable Art Society Autumn Exhibition, the Autumn clothes swap in November - and keep an eye out 20

on local history. If you’re into boating, for the Kentish ale, cider and wine then Whitstable is a popular destination promotions, which take place in the for water sport enthusiasts.

Harbour village. Although the beach may not be the "If you’re up for The Whitstable Yacht Club one of the oldest yacht best place to visit come a bit of culture, isclubs in England having Autumn time, when the chilly winds start hitting the The Whitstable been established in 1904, and takes part in local and coast line, the harbour still Museum and thrives, hosting a market competitions and Gallery displays national events throughout the every weekend, selling not artefacts and year. Likewise, if you’re a just the celebrated local fish and seafood, but also windfarm enthusiast, off portraits..." the coast of Whitstable fascinating works from local is a windfarm consisting of 30 wind designers and artists. turbines, providing enough energy to You can also check out many of power a staggering 70,000 homes. For Whitstable’s famous landmarks any those who demand a closer inspection, time of the year. Whitstable Castle sits there are boats which leave the harbour on the border of Whitstable and the for trips to the farm. suburb of Tankerton. Originally built as If you’re up for a bit of culture, The an octagonal tower in 1789 by Charles Pearson, it was later developed into a Whitstable Museum and Gallery displays artefacts and portraits relating manor house and is now managed by the Whitstable Castle Trust. The castle to the town's seafaring traditions, with special features on diving and grounds are the only public park in the shipping (as well as the famous town and it’s a centre for community activity, making it the perfect spot for Oysters of course), the Playhouse Theatre, which features both amateur family outings or the odd brush up

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dramatic productions from the likes food quarter is now stronger than ever, with the recent of arrival of “Waltshaws of Canterbury Players and the Herne of Whistable”, a food hut Bay Operatic Society, as "Also just a well as hosting named specialising in traditional stars such as Harry Hill, Jo short ride away British snacks. Some of the Brand and Paul Merton. other new arrivals include is Herne Bay, alternative fashion at Hot The Horsebridge Arts and another seaside Rocking Belle, Driftwood Community Centre, built with an "upturned boat" Design, and coastal and resort..." design, boasts three floors, nature photographer Steve featuring an art gallery, a performance Melrose at the Picture Box. space, art workshops and conference Another great plus of Whistable and rooms, making it a hub for local and its handy location, is that it’s only a national cultural events. bus ride away from the historic City If you’re looking for some new traders of Canterbury, home to the world famous Canterbury Cathedral, as well to check out in September, the Kentish

as a virbrant shopping district, and home to some of the counties finest bars and restaurants. Also just a short ride away is Herne Bay, another seaside resort, where you can check out the local arcades and keep the kids happy for hours. Whitstable Cycle Hire, if you fancy a bike ride, allows you to leave your bike at its shops in Herne Bay and Canterbury. The Crab and Winkle Way to Canterbury is a six-mile ride through the beautiful Kentish countryside, a lovely way to travel (weather permitting!).

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Boats, Birds & Bays Ramsgate to Pegwell Walk

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[days out ] Location: Ramsgate to Pegwell Bay (CT11 8LS) Distance: 6.1miles (9.8 km) Time: Allow 3 hours OS Explorer Map: 150 Terrain: Mainly flat surfaced paths with one field edge path and surfaced tracks around Pegwell Bay. Some road crossings Refreshments & facilities: Public houses and restaurants in Ramsgate. Seasonal kiosks near the Viking Ship and Pegwell Country Park Parking: Pay and display parking at marina Public Transport: For local bus and train services in Kent, contact Traveline tel: 0870 6082608, www.traveline.org.uk Taxis: United Cars Tel: 01843 581581, Central Cars Tel: 01843 601601, Cars for You (Broadstairs) Tel: 01843 582 777, Station Cabs (Margate) Tel: 07522 311500

Discover beautiful bays, a Viking ship and a vibrant town full of independent shops and restaurants on this 6.1 mile walk from Active Ramsgate.

This gentle stroll starts from Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour, past an eclectic mix of local restaurants, overlooking the inner yacht marina.

You can discover a range of special offers and discounts in many of the shops, restaurants and public houses, before making your way along Sion Hill and across the road to join the promenade.

Wonderful views stretch back across the harbour and yacht marina as the promenade widens to reveal an open green space and David Barnes’ ‘Hands and Molecules’ sculpture, overlooking Pegwell Bay. Continue along the promenade towards the Boating Pool Café, with its circular boating pool, café and children’s play park.

Continuing along the cliffs, you’ll soon reach the Belle Vue Tavern with its wonderful terrace overlooking the bay.Yet there is more to this area than stunning views and peaceful cliff-top pubs. The cliff below your feet conceals a network of caves and tunnels which once aided the smugglers of the 17th century. To this day, these caves connect the Sir Stanley Gray, the Belle Vue Tavern and Pegwell Bay Hotel to the cottages across the road.

Follow alongside the old Coastguard Cottages and soon you’ll reach the access road to the old Hoverport, emerging in to a wide open park area at Cliffs End. Pause and take in the striking views back towards Ramsgate and across to Pegwell Bay. Continue along the Regional Cycle Route 15 down Sandwich Road and you’ll immediately spot the impressive Viking ship ‘Hugin’, a replica of a ship sailed from Denmark to Thanet in 1949 to celebrate the Viking invasion of Britain.

Wander a little further and you will reach Pegwell Bay Country Park. Follow the circular path around the reserve and discover this national treasure for yourself, with its bird–hides, children’s play area and welcoming café.

Round off your day by ambling back to Ramsgate harbour or catch a bus from the outside the reserve entrance or a call a taxi to head back to Ramsgate and enjoy the sites of the lively town.

This walk is one of three new walks from the Active Ramsgate initiative. For more information about walks, cycling, geocaching and special offers in Ramsgate, visit the Active Ramsgate website www.ramsgatetown.org/activeramsgate Or visit the Explore Kent website www.kent.gov.uk/explorekent for more information on walking, cycling and horse riding in Kent.

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A HistoRy of Hornby By Nerissa Blower

Reporter Nerissa Blower took a step back in time to explore Hornby’s headquarters in Margate, home to sister brands Scalextric, Airfix, Corgi and Humbrol paints, to discover the tale behind the little train.

The Hornby Offices in Margate, 1970’s

continued during the First World War and Hornby took the opportunity to introduce toy trains in 1920. Hornby Trains were powered by a high quality clockwork motor, made of metal pressings held together by Meccano nuts and bolts, and ‘0’ gauge in size.

Hornby Trains were an instant success and the company was quick to introduce more engines and accessories. In 1925 the first Hornby electric train was produced and by 1929 a much safer system and electric model train was put on the market.

STEAMING ahead of competitors for over a century, Hornby is one of the most famous collector’s brands in the UK and is still going strong.

Despite living in an age of digital delight and technological toys, it seems no father, grandfather or son can resist the pull of the locomotive.

News that the model-making brand is bringing out-sourced production from former low-cost countries India and China back to the UK has kept the company a hot topic in the toy industry and will re-affirm its status as a quintessentially British brand.

150 years ago in Liverpool Frank Hornby was born (1863); little did he know he would become the father of the British toy trade. He began his working life at sixteen as a cashier for his father’s merchant business and then a bookkeeper with a local business.

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Walker Godefroy and the couple had two sons – Rowland and Douglas. Hornby’s pride and joy was his workshop, and in 1899 began making toys for his sons with pieces of sheet metal.The imaginative bookkeeper built models of bridges, trucks and cranes but was unhappy with his static and lifeless works of art. He then realized he could join model parts together with nuts and bolts, axles and shafts and then patented his creations in 1901 as ‘Improvements in Toy or Educational Devices for Children and Young People’.

Hornby’s invention did not gain instant success.The product was poorly finished and failed to gain attraction from manufacturers. His boss, David Elliot saw potential in the product and offered a partnership with Hornby, allowing the inventor to use empty premises next to his office to develop his ideas.

In 1907 Meccano Limited was born.The toy was so successful, Hornby had to keep moving to larger premises. Production

In 1938, Hornby Dublo was launched.

The new locomotives had cast metal bodies rather than pressed metal, and the buildings were made of wood. Both clockwork and electric sets were available before the Second World War, although these were limited.

Production stopped during the Second World Wa,r (1939 - 1945) but after this period, Hornby returned without a clockwork range. In order to compete with more successful model railway companies, Hornby Dublo changed their three-rail system to the established two-rail track system in 1959.

Hornby Dublo was straining under the pressure of rival company Tri-ang Railways who had developed more successful plastic bodied trains at its factory in Margate, Kent.

In 1964 Meccano Ltd was taken over by Lines Bros, owners of Tri-ang Railways and in 1965 the two leading locomotive brands merged to become Tri-ang Hornby.

In 1971 The Tri-ang group was disbanded and sold off, meaning that the model railways were renamed Hornby Railways.

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more than 50 years and has become an international brand with distributors in the USA, France, Germany, Spain and Italy.

Scalextric The popular racing car sets first appeared as clockwork systems in 1952. In 1958 the brand was taken over by Tri-ang model railways and was sold off along with Hornby when the company collapsed in the 1970s.Top Gear presenter James May broke the world record in 2009 by building the longest-ever Scalextric track which ran the full length of Brooklands racing circuit at 2.95 miles long.

The name changed but production continued at the Margate factory.

The company saw a gap in the market for older model and collector enthusiast, and began upgrading the models with finer scale wheels, wire handrails on locomotives and more detailed printed logos on supreme paint finishes.

In 1980 the company, now known as Hornby Hobbies Ltd, became an independent company.

The privatisation of the railways in the 1980s brought several new eye catching liveries (paint designs) that were eagerly modelled by Hornby.This brought an increased demand for better quality modelling and a number of models being retooled.

When the iconic Thomas the Tank Engine was aired in 1985, Hornby had launched their ‘Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends’ range, based on the television series and other new model including British Rail’s electric locomotives. As more privatised railway companies were launched, further choices of new and diverse liveries were available to model by Hornby.

Humbrol Humbrol paints were founded in 1919 and were traditionally meant to be used alongside model brand Airfix. Humbrol have been under several owners including the Hobby Products Group in 1976 who took on Airfix in 1986.The group was acquired by an Irish Investment Company, Allen & Maguire in 1994 and both Airfix and Humbrol joined Hornby Hobbies Limited in 2006.

In 2012 Humbrol moved over 60% of its manufacturing back to the UK from China. Humbrol’s well-established and most popular range of enamel paint as well as their new acrylic sprays are now produced in London and Manchester.

Airfix Airfix began in 1939 as a manufacturer of rubber inflatable toys with the first aircraft model kit, the Spitfire in 1.72 scale launched in 1955.The brand became very popular within the next two decades and by the mid-1970s the company was selling

20 million sets a year. By the 1980s the brand fell into decline and was bought by General Mills in 1981. Humbrol acquired the brand in 1986 and after the paint manufacturers collapsed in 2006, Hornby took on both brands.

Corgi In 1956, Corgi model cars starting making miniature versions of the popular British cars of the day - the Austin Cambridge, Ford Consul and Morris Cowley.These models all sold for three shillings (15 pence).The most famous model was fictional spy James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5 and more than 3.9 million were sold between 1965 and 1968. Corgi models were admired for their attention to detail.

Unlike other die-cast models, Corgi vehicles had windows and later spring suspension with bonnets and boots which opened. Hornby bought the ‘collectables’ range of Corgi in 2008.

Breyer Breyer Animal Creations was founded in 1950 in Chicago, Illinois and became a leader in producing model horses in the USA.The company specializes in models made from cellulose acetate, a form of plastic, and are best known for their model horses, but also branched out into porcelain and resin horse figures.

The brand also produces models of dogs, cats and farm yard animals including tack accessories for the horse range. In 2012 Hornby Hobbies became the exclusive Breyer Distributor for the UK and Republic of Ireland.

The soaring cost of production in the UK meant that by 1995, Hornby had no choice but to move manufacturing to China. Despite the upheaval Hornby continued to add to their expanding range of over 650 models and in 2003 launched the first commercially produced ‘00’ gauge live steam locomotive.

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Join us for a journey through the history of Britain’s best loved toys!

Featuring rare products from the Hornby, Scalextric, Airfix and Corgi archives. Track the history of Hornby’s iconic model trains from Frank Hornby’s early home-made toys in sheet metal, through the development of Hornby ‘O’ gauge and Hornby-Dublo. Don’t miss the spectacular model railway layouts. The Hornby Retail Shop offers an extensive range of Hornby, Scalextric, Airfix, Humbrol and Corgi products.

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Our lovely Kentish Summer is now at an end, and our thoughts turn to dark nights and warm cosy fires.

With the oil price showing no signs of going down and prices still hovering at over $110 a barrel, the need and demand for a good alternative heat source is still very much in evidence.

We still have a lot of coppice wood in Kent that is in desperate need of cutting to maintain the diverse fauna and flora that we are so lucky to have. So firewood is the obvious use for this lucky abundance.

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AFTER: Clean fresh and spacious. A new fire place and stove from COSI in Canterbury, stove is a Kentish designed patented Burley fireball.

much larger and lighter without stone work or a heavy surround and hearth. A proper stove show room should have the expertise & staff to complete this sort of work, be wary of those who ask you to get others to do it first, an inexperienced build might get the boilers, pellet chimney part wrong.

advantage of the boom in wood stoves and from just nine a decade ago you know have a choice of nearly forty. This is a great coup for the consumer, leading to some very competitive prices for those prepared to look around.

This month has seen the "Pellet full granting of a patent stoves and pellet You can also consider a for the wood burning linked or hybrid system system to Thornhill Aga cookers are a ECO Design Ltd, a for your heating. With good alternative this you can feed a company that designs gas or oil boiler, a log and manufactures locally, for people who in Canterbury. With want a nice fire but wood boiler, and solar this burning engine, the don’t want to load a panels into a common stoves and range cookers store and take out firebox every hour." energy for heating or are all between 85 & hot water as required.

95% efficient, and easily I’ve had customer reduce their gas bills meet the requirements for smokeless to less than £50 a quarter with such a zones. So you can also buy locally system. It quite a big investment but can produced stoves and be even more eco pay off handsomely in the long term. friendly, and save money.

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cookers are a good alternative for people who want a nice fire but don’t want to load a firebox every hour. Pellets are processed wood, and are burnt like gas or oil in self-igniting burners so you can time the stove or cooker to come on before you get home. There’s nothing worse than entering a cold house when you’re shivering and wet through! Wood pellets cost from £190 to £250 a tonne - that’s the equivalent of 40-50p a litre of oil or around 5p/kW of energy so represents a 10-15% saving on oil costs.

For a good choice of first rate stoves and fireplaces, check out the list of stockists and suppliers below. ♥ www.charnwood.com ♥ www.ecorangecooker.co.uk ♥ www.esse.com ♥ www.aarrowfires.com ♥ www.burley.co.uk ♥ www.cosi.co.uk ♥ www.victorianfireplace.co.uk

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Affordable Luxury in Ashford

It’s just three months since “The Panorama” (Ashford’s latest apartment building) marketing suite opened, but already 70% of all phase one apartments have been sold.

The landmark building is located in the heart of Ashford, one of Kent’s most vibrant and historic market towns. It previously provided nine floors of town centre office space and is currently undergoing a multi-million pound refurbishment which will turn tired offices into contemporary open-plan living spaces.

“The residential market in Ashford has certainly bounced into life and the excellent level of off-plan sales at The Panorama is a clear indication of this,” said David O’Neil, Development Director for Dukelease. “With phase one almost sold out and an ever growing list of people interested in the penthouses, we appear to have caught the market at exactly the right time.”

For those buyers and investors who don’t manage to secure one of the remaining apartments, the release of phase two penthouse properties, scheduled for early 2014, will provide a second chance to own part of The Panorama.

With only 15 phase one apartments remaining and a mini property boom already underway, developers Dukelease anticipates that the first seven floors of the building will be fully reserved within the next few weeks.

When complete,The Panorama will provide 234 luxurious, open plan town centre homes. Of these, 24 will be penthouse suites, with eight being duplex penthouses. All will feature contemporary fixtures and fittings and will have access to a rooftop garden and on-site parking.

With retail units on the ground floor and additional shops and restaurants within a short walk,The Panorama is proving popular with buyers of all ages looking for a low maintenance, convenience-living lifestyle.

Prices for remaining phase one properties start from £115,995 and those that have already bought have certainly invested well.The Office for National Statistics recently reported that house prices across the UK rose by 2.7% in the year March 2012-13. Further evidence comes from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors whose most recent report said that house prices rose more in July 2013 than at any time since November 2000.

With a high speed train link to London reducing travel times into St Pancras to just 38 minutes, properties at The Panorama are a real alternative to buying in London.

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CHilds PlAy

By Tony King – Papillon Interiors, Fort Hill, Margate

So, in this episode we turn our attention to Children's rooms, and consider how to bring some contemporary design into play areas or bedrooms without losing the fun element.

Thankfully there is a whole world of choice ready and waiting to be unleashed for you to re-discover your inner Peter Pan...or Wendy.

While some designers focus on producing very fine detail and technical accents, so some are intent on having some fun with both free form shapes and colours. But even serious designers such as Aarnio, Eames and Starck like to sometimes indulge their inner child, and to great effect.

Time after time Vitra Zoo Timer clocks were designed by George Nelson 1965. Both a talented designer and graphical artist, he created this series of clocks to compliment a child's bedroom or study area. More recently, Magis has joined the ranks of fun inspired timepieces with the Cu clock designed by Naoto Fukasawa in 2011 - this offers a modern fun take on the original Swiss designoptions that seem to look very tired within a year or two.

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Study and Sleep

We take for granted the diversity of plastics, but back in the 1950's this new wonder material was like manna from heaven for designers such as Eames and Aarnio. Aside from their furniture, they took the time to create design classics such as the Eames Elephant (Vitra) and the Aarnio Puppy collection (Magis). These items, alongside the new Rocky from Marc Newson and the Paradise Tree (a multi colour tree / cloakroom stand, both from Magis) ensure great diversity that offers fun for children whilst introducing some great design to their environments.

Bedtime shouldn’t be an issue when your bed is the Bunky from Magis. This colourful bunk bed solution looks so inviting that some teenagers might also want to try it out.

On a slightly similar theme but for the slightly older child (or indeed adult) the Rolfe Heide stackable Bed is ideal where space is tight, as the beds cleverly stack up on each other, this is great for sleepovers or visiting guests.

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A GaRden

By Martin McHugh

for all Seasons

Now as the days shorten and frosty nights approach we can thank heaven that we have had a glorious summer and think about ways to protect our garden and prepare for the approach of frosty weather.

Garden ornaments have always helped to keep interest in the garden over winter and a fine ornament can look spectacular in the misty winter mornings.Valuable pieces will need to be protected from frost as the expansion of water as it freezes will damage even the hardest stone.

Fountains should be switched off and emptied as the ice will damage them.

Rain can still fill the bowl so an old trick is to place a tennis ball in the bowl as this will prevent this accidental damage.

Delicate sculptures and architectural details are often protected by wrapping in tarpaulins or insulated with bubble wrap but this is only really necessary in a sharp frost or a rugged winter which is less common in the balmier South of England – we hope!

There are a huge variety of stone and composite stone planters available and these can be used to revolutionise your garden in winter. Planters, Jardinieres and pots are wonderful in the garden.

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acidities - essential for different plants and they are portable and so can be moved around to take advantage of the sun and the warmth of the conservatory.

If you invest in planters you do not need to be without plants in your garden over winter as many plants can actually sustain the kind of winters that we endure in the South East and can contribute some lovely colour against the monochrome of the winter garden. About now there are still late flowering summer plants such as Chrysanthemums which can be mixed with hardy autumn plants. Several pots and planters can be put together to form an impressive display.

In winter there are many colourful grasses and evergreens that will produce a surprisingly colourful display.

Your local garden centre is a great place to find winter and alpine plants – you might even find a new interest in winter gardening!

Planters and containers not only look great in the garden but will survive very well if looked after. It is best to

raise planters and such on pot feet to encourage drainage as you may not water the plants but it will rain a lot and the soil will become waterlogged.

Insulate ornate pots as described above.

Check the condition of the soil from time to time as it can dry out. Try not to water if the soil is frozen.

Some garden features can be a life saver in winter. Bird tables are essential to help small birds, summer food such as nuts and seeds are great and will help the birds but left over fats are much better as they are high energy foods which the birds need – think bacon fat and pot scrapings. Always try to leave some water out for small animals. If you want to encourahe Hedgehogs you will need to put out pet food but under a cover to prevent larger predators from gulping it down. Ivy plants are essential for bees and as these insects are under severe pressure every garden should have an berry-carrying ivy plant. Drop a heavy stone through frozen ponds as birds can die of thirst as they cannot break the ice themselves.

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I remember that in my September page I was hoping that we would all be enjoying an extended or Indian summer, with glorious weather throughout the early autumn and beyond…

I think we’ve actually done very well. After what can only be described as an abysmal and very late spring, we’ve had a super summer, one of the best I can remember for a good few years.

imagine not ever having to scrape your windscreen again?

It’s a foreign concept to those of us who don’t keep our car in a garage, but it’s one of the benefits of a new product that Jacksons have just launched – the Car Port.

I don’t want to seem greedy, but I really wouldn’t mind just a little bit more golden sun through October, this would at least help to soften the blow of the coming of the long, dark nights!

Based on a heavy-duty version of our pergola system we have designed a single and double configuration with polycarbonate sheeting for the roof.

So if you have the space you could enjoy not having to scrape your windows again, plus it protects your car from harsh sun and the worst of the winter elements, for a fraction of the cost of building a garage. For more info visit your local page With winter and icy www.jacksons-fencing. kent strip sept 13_Layout 1 06/08/2013 17:18 Page 1 mornings in mind, can you co.uk/ashfordlocal

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Jacksons will be at this amazing equestrian event, held at Stoneleigh Park on 9-10th November. We have pairs of tickets to give away, simply log on to your local page, address below and follow the easy instructions on how to enter. The draw closes 31.10.13. To enter go to:

www.jacksons-fencing.co.uk/ashfordlocal Something else you can find on the local page are the results of the photo competition that we have been running over the last few months.We invited you to send in photos of your Jacksons products with your family or pets etc. I must say I’ve thoroughly enjoyed receiving the emails, not just the pictures, but the

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Nick Tompkins caught up with Scouting For Girls after their recent Summer tour dates.

You toured Racecourses last month, why that kind of venue?

A full tour like this hasn’t been done yet by a band- why the racecourses?

ROY: We’d done, over the last three or four years, quite a few of them, and they’re just really good fun. Basically, for the cost of a normal gig ticket, you come during the day, you get a day at the races and then we play and it’s like a proper stage, a proper sound system, and that’s it!

GREG: I’d never been to a racecourse until we’d actually played there, and it’s actually a really interesting experience even if you’re not into the racingwatching the horses there’s just an amazing atmosphere.

ROY: We’ve done, like,York to about 45,000 people, which is ridiculous!

But also, because people are there all day beforehand and have had a few beers, by the time we come on stage everybody’s so up for it! And when they said, “Do you fancy doing a tour?”- because nobody had done it before - we were like, “Yeah!”

moment, we were like, “Yes, that’s amazing!”. We never thought we’d get to a ‘Best Of...’

You’ve been going ‘officially’ since 2005, so about eight years- what’s changed with the band and your attitudes towards your music in the last eight years?

ROY: Remarkably little has changed between in the relationship between the three of us - personally I enjoy it more because, although the first year is incredible, it was stressful as we released seven singles & did eight tours in 18 months.

GREG: And because you’re so new to the business as well, it’s all a very new and exciting world. Of course now, being the ‘industry veterans’ that we are...

ROY: We care less! When we first played a big festival crowd, the first year that you do that, you’re crapping your pants when you go on stage.

Whereas now, you’re always really nervous, but you realise that if anything goes wrong, it goes wrong and the world goes on.

When you started out, did you ever envision that you’d eventually have a Greatest Hits album?

GREG: You get more confidence in your own abilities as well. The only thing that’s really changed is my liver...

PETER: We didn’t think we’d have an album!

What would you say has been the ultimate, unstoppable moment in your whole band career?

PETER: We thought we’d like to, but we never thought we’d get to the point of a Greatest Hits... that’s just mad.

ROY: I think our popularity has always taken us by surprise, because we were unsigned for like 10 years before we got a record deal, that was a great

PETER: Getting a number one was a pretty big one.

ROY: Getting a record deal, that day. Because we came in, signed the deal, had a few glasses of champagne

then went to the pub, phoned our bosses and said we weren’t coming in.

Literally, we signed on the Tuesday and started recording for the album on the Monday. And we’d only met the guy who signed us like a week before that!

When you made those phone calls to your bosses were there any… choice words in there or were you very humble?

GREG: Never burn your bridges mate!

ROY: We all had really cool bosses, and they were quite surprised, they were like, “Really?! Are you sure?, now?”

Everybody was really pleased because we’d worked there for a long time and we’d dragged every single person we knew in the world to one of our gigs so everyone was like...

GREG: “At last we don’t have to go anymore!”

ROY: They actually bloody wanted to go after that!

Finally, if you could pick anyone, alive or dead, to be the fourth member of Scouting For Girls, who would it be?

ROY: I don’t know if I’d really want to inflict that on anyone… what an end to the career of John Lennon! That would be a beautiful thing...

GREG: That would be sublime!

ROY: Scouting For Girls is just the three of us, it would never be anything more than that.

PETER: And they wouldn’t want to.

They’d turn us down.

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PeteR Capaldi

Peter Capaldi arriving for the TV BAFTA Awards 2013, Royal Festival Hall, London

Written by Christina Atesh

On August the 4th, all over the world, thousands of “Whovians” sat in front of their televisions anticipating the announcement of who was going to be filling Matt Smith’s boots as the time travelling 900 year old Alien, known only as the ‘Doctor’.

Some were surprised when Peter Capaldi’s name rang through as the twelfth Doctor, but being the bookie’s favourite, it wasn’t such a shock for some, more a pleasant result.

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PeteR Capaldi It’s not a completely controversy free selection. Peter Capldi, aged 55, is the oldest Doctor to serve screen time since the original Doctor, WilliamHartnell, being also 55 when he took the role back in 1963. Kids who follow the show have been searching his name on Youtube, coming across many video clips of the actor’s portrayal of Malcolm Tucker, the angry, political spin doctor in BBC’s satire The Thick of It, which boasts colourful language and every swear word under the sun. Perhaps not the best thing you’d want your five year old watching as an introduction to the new Doctor. But the response has been mainly positive, the fans being excited for an older Doctor, thinking it will ‘shake things up a bit’ for the show, giving it a well-deserved and long needed new dynamic.

To most of the fans satisfaction, Peter Capaldi will also be keeping his Scottish accent for the role, (after all, Christopher Eccleston was allowed his northern drawl as the leather jacket wearing traveller; “lots of planets have a North”) and we’re expected a darker personality over Matt Smith’s bubbly almost childlike persona. Peter Capaldi isn’t a stranger to the franchise, he starred in ‘The Fires of Pompeii’ back in 46

the era of David Tennant and Catherine Tate, which ironically also featured a cameo from Karen Gillan, who later went on to be Matt Smith’s first and long serving companion, Amy Pond.

Capaldi also starred as John Frobisher, in Russell T Davies’ Doctor Who spin off ‘Torchwood’.

Perhaps Capaldi’s most well-known character is the foul mouthed director of communications, made famous by Armando Iannuci’s political satire, about a government department somewhat compared to the bunch of kids at school who never quite seemed to fit in. First broadcast in 2005, ‘The Thick of It’ ran for seven years, sporting four series, It’s undoubtedly an exciting time two specials, numerous “webisodes” for all Doctor Who fans, we’ve had a and included a spin off film ‘In the 50 year anniversary Loop’, which included Doctor Who Prom at “He haunted my characters from the TV London’s Royal Albert show, most prominently time running Hall in July, November that of Capaldi’s Malcolm will see a 50th year the fan club, as Tucker. A character we anniversary special he was quite all love to hate, Malcolm episode, and of course, has been compared to the indignant he the Christmas episode likes of Alistair Campbell will see a new face in wasn’t considered (Tony Blair’s real life spin the form of Capaldi in for the post.” doctor, back in New a twelfth regeneration.

Labour’s golden years) and Show creator Steven Hollywood agents and producers, one Moffat told the Daily Mail “I think prime example being that of Harvey the fun story will be – and we have Weinstein. The series has had its fair the opportunity here – is this is what share of awards, being awarded ‘Best regeneration can do to you. He can be Situation Comedy’ in 2005 for its very, very different”. He joked about the first series, Capaldi himself winning current companion Clara developing the BAFTA at the 2010 awards, with feelings for the Doctor saying “Just as Rebecca Front winning ‘Best Comedy Clara’s learning to have a proper old Performance’ for her role of Nicola crush on him, suddenly he’s Malcolm Murray, the show also taking another Tucker.”

BAFTA for ‘Best Situation Comedy’.

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But Peter Capaldi has been on screen for a lot longer than he is given credit for. His first notable appearance was in the British comedy-drama film ‘Local Hero’. Since then he has featured in various different TV spots including Minder, Dangerous Liasons,Vicar of Dibley and Midsomer Murders to name but a few. Capaldi is also certainly no one trick pony – the versatile actor, screenwriter and director even has a coveted Oscar to his name, having picked up the hallowed gong for directing Franz Kafka’s “It’s A Wonderful Life” in the “Live Action Short Film” category, back in 1995.

More recently, aside from his incarnation as the new Doctor Who, Capaldi will also be starring in the new BBC drama ‘The Musketeers’, a new adaption on the classic tales of The Three Musketeers, in which he’ll play Cardinal Richelieu. The new drama premieres this Winter. It’s said that during the filming of this, was when he learnt from his agent he was going to be playing the new Doctor come next year.

indignant he wasn’t considered for the post.” Capaldi has even admitted to sending letters to the producers begging for production secrets. He wrote numerous letters to the Radio Times and constantly pestered the BBC as Mr Miller recalls how Capaldi was annoyed he’d missed out on the position.

But it’s all paid off in the end (much to the early producer’s likely discontent), and when Capaldi takes the role next year it’s going to be a whole new Doctor the audience will be presented with. The current Doctor, the quirky and outgoing Matt Smith, said of his successor, “I wish him all the best and say good luck and good on you for getting it, because I know he's both a huge fan of the show and a really nice guy […] If I had to pick someone, I'd pick him because I think he's great.

I'm excited because I know what's coming and he's going to have a blast.”

Jenna Coleman who currently plays the Doctor’s companion, Clara, told the BBC “I'm so excited Peter Capaldi is the man taking on the challenge of becoming the 12th Doctor. I can't wait to start this new adventure.”

There’s always a good buzz surrounding a new Doctor coming into the limelight, and emotional as it can be for some, to say goodbye to someone as long serving as Matt Smith (he took the role back in 2009), it’s also just as fun to welcome a new face into a role close to so many people’s hearts, of so many different ages. After all, with twelve different actors, playing one character, spanning thirty-three series, one TV film and various radio plays, it’s still one of the most watched programme’s on prime time TV, with one of the biggest and most long serving fan bases. What’s to say the show couldn’t run for another fifty years?

On learning of his selection, Capaldi told the BBC in the live television transmission of the unveil, “'My agent rang me up and said: 'Hello Doctor.'

I started laughing and haven't stopped laughing since.’” The auditions were done in secet at Steven Moffat’s house.

He took the video of Capaldi playing the Doctor and presented it to the show’s producers. Moffat told the BBC; "We made a home video of [Capaldi] being the doctor and I showed it around and everyone said 'yes, that's the Doctor”. It’s been said that Capaldi was in the writer’s mind when the auditions came up last time round, but it wasn’t the right time.

Peter Capaldi is certainly no stranger to the Doctor- in fact, he’s one of us, a long serving “Whovian” himself.

As early as fourteen years of age, Capaldi was a regular writer to the show’s producers, and is on record as demanding to be the president of the Official Doctor Who fan club, (unfortunately being beaten to it by rival fan Keith Miller). Mr Miller told the Daily Mail “He haunted my time running the fan club, as he was quite 47

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RoAsted Chump of Kentish Lamb With Seasonal Baby Vegetables & Truffle

 4 Chumps Kentish Lamb  1 Clove Garlic (sliced)  250grm Mashed Potato (cooled)  50grm Freshly Grated Kentish Hard Cheese or Parmesan  8 Baby Leeks (trimmed)  16 Baby Carrots (peeled)  1 bunch Kentish Greens (i.e.: Cabbage, Spring Greens, Kale etc)  3/4ltr Lamb or Beef Jus  1tsp Redcurrant Jelly  1 Egg (beaten)  8 Slices Black Truffle  Flour & Breadcrumbs for coating  Salt & Pepper

Jason Freedman of The Minnis, Minnis Bay nr Birchington

Season the Lamb Chumps with Salt & Pepper.

Heat a little Butter & Oil in a heavy pan and add the sliced Garlic and the Lamb Chumps.

Sear on all sides until browned and then remove from the pan, keep all the juices and the garlic to finish the sauce.

Place the Lamb into a roasting dish in a pre-heated oven @200c and roast for 15 - 20 minutes.

In the meantime season & add the grated Cheese to the cold mashed potato and roll into four even sized balls. Coat the potato balls with flour, then roll in the beaten Egg and then the Breadcrumbs until you have a nice even coating.You can do this process twice if you wish your Potatoes to have a crispier finish.You can either deep fry the Potato Balls for 5 minutes or brush them with oil and oven roast them for 15 minutes in the preheated oven

Blanch the Baby Leeks and Carrots in a pan of Salted Water until cooked but still firm.

Remove from the pan and keep warm.

Place the Greens into this pan and cook to your preferred stage (i.e.: firm or soft).

Place the pan that you sealed the Lamb in over a high heat and add any juices from the roasting tin and the Lamb / Beef Jus, stir in the Redcurrant jelly and leave to reduce by 1/3rd.

Slice the Lamb into even slices, Place the cooked Greens in the centre of your chosen serving plates and arrange the Lamb slices on top. Place two Baby Leeks, and four Baby Carrots on each plate. Strain the sauce and pour around.

Balance the crispy Potato Ball on top of the Lamb. Finish the dishes with a couple of slices of Truffle on each plate.

Grab 3 friends, some knives and forks, maybe a glass of wine and Enjoy!

Remove your lamb from the oven and place onto a warm plate, leave to rest for 5-6 minutes.

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BASIC BREAD MAKING

BY LISA HEMINGWAY OF THE CUPCAKE CAFÉ, MARGATE

YOU WILL NEED:

Method:

 500G STRONG WHITE FLOUR

When making bread you must remember that the conditions of the room, weather and ingredients can change the amount of water you need, so be prepared to put in the water gradually.You can mix the ingredients with a wooden spoon, however it is best to check the consistency of the dough by mixing with your hands as well, which will allow you to see how the flour is absorbing the water.When all the flour has come away from the edges of the bowl and once the dough is soft but slightly tacky then it is ready.

 10-15G FRESH YEAST OR 7G FAST ACTION DRIED YEAST  10G SALT  40ML OLIVE OIL  320ML TEPID WATER  A LITTLE OIL/FLOUR FOR YOUR SURFACE.

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After your ingredients have combined you need to knead your dough. This process develops the gluten in the flour, allowing the bread to become elastic. The elasticity of the dough then holds onto air generated by the yeast, and allows the bread to have its classic spongy texture.

Kneading should take roughly 10 mins; you know you’re done once the dough begins to feel smooth and elastic. A good test is to pull the dough apart about 20 cm. The dough should keep stretching but not rip.

Once kneaded you need to prove your dough in a lightly oiled bowl covered with cling film.This allows the yeast to start to activate, develop carbon dioxide, and raise the dough.The dough should double in size; this will take roughly 45-60mins.

Once completed you need to knock back the dough: this will remove any larger bubbles and will create a more even texture. At this point you could add any flavours you may want to add, like rosemary, sun dried tomatoes or olives.

After knocking back you shape your dough, and prove it for the last time. This will take about 30mins; the bread should nearly double in size. The last stage of proving develops the structure, texture and flavour of the bread.

Finally you need to bake your bread.Your bread should be baked in a preheated oven at a fairly high temperature, about 220°c. If you put a small tray of water at the bottom of the oven, this will create a more humid environment for the bread to cook in, allowing the crust to develop.

Depending on the size of your dough, the bread will take a different amount of time to bake. A small cob will take roughly 2530mins to bake.You will be able to smell the aroma of the baking bread, which will also give you an idea of how the bread is baking.Your bread should be golden on the outside and when tapped on the bottom should sound hollow.You will need to judge how well baked the bread is – be prepared for changes in how much time the bread will take and experiment.

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What’s really in our

ice-cReam

By Renee Maguire

During my travels to LA, I was lucky enough to meet and chat with John Robbins the once heir to the Baskin Robbins ice cream fortune.

John grew up in a family where ice cream was an everyday accepted food source. During his informed years, it was considered John would take over the family business and continue the success of his late Uncle and father in the Global Empire that his family had built from a small store in Glendale, California, back in 1953.

Indifferent to his family, from an early age John was aware of just what this amount of sugar and dairy was doing to the people around him. His uncle died of a massive heartache (largely attributed to his eating habits), and John could see other family members going the same way.

Rather than inheriting the family business, John Robbins used his moral compass to guide him into a career of uncovering the truth behind the “Frankenstein food industry”, and is now the acclaimed author of “No happy Cows and The Food Revolution”.

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One of the alarming topics I discovered during our meeting was the rapid increase in infants growing breasts.

Baby on milk formula in China have shown levels of oestrogen as high as that of a fully grown woman. The company who produce the formula claim the growth hormone has been added during the rearing of the livestock. There are no regulations currently in place in China or the US banning the use of bovine growth hormones and with global export at an all time high, how do we know what is in the products we buy?. The recent horse meat scandal has at least brought our attention to just how little we really know about what’s in some of our everyday foodstuffs.

My meeting with John, left me with a renewed hunger for education and whistle blowing. To meet a man who stood to inherit billions of dollars and who is willing to draw attention to the fact that his family’s company, Baskin Robbins, and others such as Haagen Dazs, are using milk from cows injected with the Bovine growth hormone is both inspired, and inspririn. His lobbying has grabbed the attention

of major food distributors such as Starbucks and Ben and Jerry’s to acquire their milk from dairy’s pledged to not inject with growth hormone.

My quest for foods that taste great but are healthy and benefit the body continues, each day I create a new recipe that I can add to my repertoire.

During my time in LA the joy of being able to go into a Supermarket and grab an organic, dairy free, gluten free chocolate fudge cake and know exactly what 5 ingredients went into making it was liberating. Now back in the UK and back in My Raw Chi Kitchen I’m keeping the momentum going, to educate and inspire people with their relationship with food. If you really knew that together with growth hormones, there is also the chemical Diethyl glycol, which is used in antifreeze and paint stripper in your tub of ice-cream would you be so keen to feed it to the family?

Here is a delicious raw chocolate ice cream recipe for you to try, gluten free, dairy free, chemical free and most definitely chemical free!

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GingeR Ice CreAm

SuNday  1 3/4 cup raw cashews  1 3/4 cups filtered water  1 cup agave syrup  1 teaspoon or ginger extract or fresh grated  ½ cup raw cacao powder

Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender, add the mixture to an ice cream machine for 1 hour and turn out into a freezer proof container.

Drizzle chocolate sauce and cacao nibs, chopped Brazil and pecan nuts over the top to give your ice cream an ice cream sundae feel.

Keep in the freezer and take out 20 minutes before serving, as it sets harder than dairy ice cream.

Due to the water content and coconut oil, this ice cream is very light and sets soft.

 ½ cup coconut oil Renee Maguire is a chef, raw nutrition coach, food writer and motivational healthy eating speaker. Through discovering the benefit of her own health improvements she has dedicated her work to helping others find a balance between the foods they love to eat and the foods their body needs.

Renee writes for a variety of newspapers, magazines and blogs, and tours the country delivering inspirational motivational talks and food workshops to find out more visit www.rawchifood.com or email renee@rawchifood.com photography by jo doran

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BeNtley’s Lounge & Grill

By Peter Nichols

When I first chanced upon Bentley’s Lounge & Grill a couple of months ago, curiosity took me over for a closer inspection – I hadn’t seen the words “Lounge & Grill” in a while and wanted to see what was behind the door of this new double fronted restaurant at the bottom of Margate High Street, just fifty yards from the sea shore.

The interior was much more impressive than I had expected; comfortable leather lounge seats and tables, separated from a raised bar to the rear, and front a sizeable restaurant to the right. The décor was bright, clean, fresh, elegant and modern. I thought I’d come back to see if the food matched the ambiance at a later date.

When I asked Roy about his decision to open Bentley’s, his answer got me thinking. He said he’d been walking through the town with his father, who was complaining there were more than enough Indian and Chinese restaurants, but nowhere which just served a good steak meal. That conversation sowed the seed which led to the restaurant I now found myself reviewing.

Duly invited to sample the “goods” by owner Roy Vanderweele, my partner and I returned on a warm evening in early September to get stuck into some British Beef.

Talking with my partner afterwards we had to agree that the Roy’s dad had a point. The last time I’d properly noticed a steak house was coming out of Victoria station to be greeted by the

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plethora of “Angus” or “Aberdeen” Steak Houses, with their gaudy red banquettes, lurid green serviettes and bored, transient, waiting staff, with their painted on frowns. Berni Inns, Beefeaters, and the Aberdeen and Angus brigade had made the steak house somewhat unfashionable. Of course, all decent restaurants serve a steak or two, but Roy admitted he wasn’t interested in “haute cuisine”, just a classy establishment which catered for a 35+ audience, which served great steaks, cooked well, in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere.

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Strange though it may sound, I think standard range of accompanying sauces the Vanderweele’s may well have and sides. It’s that simple. created a “niche” in the area. There There are non-steak options including really is nothing between the “fine Lamb Shank, Seared Tuna With Wasabi dining” restaurants, and the ubiquitous Dressing, and Pork Medallions in “Harvester” or “Hungry Horse” type Wholegrain Sauce restaurants. A grown them– but again, "As we sat to peruse among up place for grown that’s not why we came up people to enjoy a the menu, we here. civilised steak and chips! enjoyed the pianist All the steaks are hung We opted to skip the playing and singing for 28 days, and The offer of an aperitif in Vanderweele’s have been the comfortable lounge her twist on some using the same suppliers area as we could smell modern classics. " for thirty years (having steak, and having been in the hospitality skipped lunch we were both ravenous, trade in one form or another for so it was straight to the dining area. decades), consistency being a key As we sat to peruse the menu, we component of success. enjoyed the pianist playing and singing I plumped for the 16oz T-Bone, and her twist on some modern classics. The my partner took the 8oz fillet. I like music was essentially “background”, my steak medium rare and I have to unobtrusive, but charming, and a lovely say it was perfect. Juicy, tender, and addition to the atmosphere. packed with flavour. The veggies and The menu is short, sharp, and to the chips I ordered were more than up point. The standard starters (including to the job, but to be honest I wasn’t the obligatory prawn cocktail, soup especially interested – I had 16oz of the day, and pate) are pleasant of superb steak to get through. My enough, but it’s not why we came here, partner’s fillet was sublime, the steak although the prawn cocktails were knife really wasn’t necessary. A butter plentiful, and certainly represented knife would have sufficed. It was melt value for money. The main event is the in the mouth stuff.

Steak. Fillet, T-Bone, Rump, Sirloin, For dessert I enjoyed a sizeable portion Rib-Eye, cooked to order with the of Tiramisu with fresh cream, while

my partner lapped up the “Perfect Fours”, which included Toffee Crisp, Raspberry and White Chocolate Brulee Bar, and a Chocolate Brownie.

Throughout the meal, the service was impeccable. The Vanderweele’s years in the hospitality trade have taught them that good service is vital, and all the staff were friendly, eager to assist, and respectful, a real plus point.

There really is little more to say, and that’s not a bad thing. In many restaurants, simplicity is an underrated quality. The Vanderweele’s idea is simple – great steaks, great cooking, great service, and a great atmosphere.

It’s a winning combination - long live the good, British Steak House!

Bentley’s have also opened a second bar/entertainment area in rooms below the restaurant, where they have separate kitchens for a snack menu, and they host live entertainment on Wednesday’s and Saturdays. They also host regular Cocktail and Canapé nights. For more details visit www.facebook.com/pages/ Bentleys-Margate/424957504241811

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Cocktails From The Cuban

The Cuban Canterbury, 41-43 High St, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2RY | Tel: 01227 464464

Every issue we deliver some fantastic cocktail recipes for you to try out at home, courtesy of The Cuban, Canterbury. This issue we show you how to make a classic “Margarita”, and a delicious “Red Ron” Margarita Tequila Triple Sec (or any orange flavoured liqueur) Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice Pinch of Sugar Shake over ice and strain into cocktail glass rimmed with salt Garnish with a lime wheel

Red Ron Santa Teresa Claro Rum, Freshly squeezed Lemon Juice, Chambord Liqueur, Maple Syrup, Raspberry Puree, Sprinkle of Cinnamon Dust Shake over ice and strain into a hurricane glass filled with crushed ice Top with Ginger Ale and garnish with 2 fresh raspberries and a lemon twist

We would like to apologise to our readers and The Cuban as we mistakenly included the incorrect ingredients for the Hendrick’s Strawberry Jive last issue, so will be printing it again at a later date

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BIDDENDEN VINEYARDS SCOOPS GOLD STAR AT GREAT TASTE AWARDS Biddenden Vineyards’, five miles north of Tenterden, have once again come up smelling of roses at the 2013 Great Taste Awards.

The Great Taste awards, which are run by the Guild of Fine Food, saw nearly 10,000 entries of which only 3445 products were awarded a star rating.

Their signature wine, Biddenden Ortega, has been awarded a Gold Star at this year’s awards. The wine is one of only two English wines to have ever been awarded a coveted star in the awards.

The awards are regarded as a bench mark for the best speciality products and this year’s award means that Biddenden Vineyards’ juice, cider & wine are all star winners – a clear indication of the consistent style and quality of their full range.

The vineyard is open throughout the year, with FREE admission & tastings and free tours run on selected dates.

Visit Biddenden’s website (www. biddendenvineyards.com) for further details & dates, or contact the vineyard direct on 01580 291726.

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A Grand

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By John.R.Sanson

Jeep Grand Cherokee

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This month I was asked to complete a review on the Grand Cherokee and I made my way to the pickup with some excitement. I’ve never driven a Jeep before and the Grand Cherokee certainly looked appealing in the T.V. ads..

The Jeep Grand Cherokee certainly has heritage. Jeeps were bouncing around farms, sneaking across battlefields and traversing the impassable before BMW, Volkswagen, Toyota or Mitsubishi were out of short trousers. Jeep, like Land Rover, is an original.

In terms of interior bells and whistles, a TFT instrument display, an optional 825 watt Harman Kardon Stereo (with brilliant DAB Radio), touchscreen controls for heating and ventilation, versatile satellite navigation, intelligent cruise control, and even electrically adjustable steering is present and correct.

Now Jeep has launched the new Grand The test vehicle had the optional dual Cherokee, and it is my mission to panoramic sunroof that brightens the ascertain whether it can keep the brands interior no end too. Safety is also well rough and tough image alive, whilst catered for. As well as a full complement simultaneously attracting customers of airbags, the Summit has a collision from the high end luxury spectrum of avoidance system fitted, as well as a Mercedes, Audi and Range Rover. clever light fitted in the wing mirror I’m very happy to say that the Grand that comes on as soon as sensors detect Cherokee delivers on both fronts. The a vehicle in the driver’s blind spot. vehicle tested was the top of the range This might not sound like much, but ‘Summit’ model at around £49k but out in the real world of our congested the range starts at £36k. motorways this is a boon The Summit makes a in terms of accident "Despite the off great case for itself for road tyres, steering prevention. justifying the extra cost The Grand Cherokee feel is actually though, with a spec list is available with a 6.4 as long as your arm. First surprisingly good..." litre ‘Hemi’V8 engine, though, the basics…. delivering nearly 470 The Grand Cherokee certainly is a bhp but, I suspect, most will plump handsome beast. The trademark 7 holed for the diesel variants… Both diesels radiator grille and LED headlights displace 3 litres and come in either definitely make an impression. I’m a 188bhp or 246 bhp flavours. The test fairly tall chap (around 6ft 4) and the vehicle came with the more powerful top of the bonnet (or ‘hood’ as it is variant, and despite weighing around American) comes level with the top of 2.4 tonnes can propel the big Jeep to my hip. The Grand Cherokee certainly its 126 mph top speed, and from 0-60 could not be mistaken for anything mph in around 8 ½ seconds. Economy else in the rear view mirror. The body is very good bearing in mind the is unmistakably Jeep too, and none forces of nature going on, with 34 mpg the worse for it. The side view is lithe combined, a figure that the car delivered and athletic, and with the optional 20 whilst on test too. C02 emissions are inch wheels fitted looks extremely well good at 198 g/km. proportioned. The rear is great too, with Much of the Grand Cherokee’s the twin chromed exhaust pipes topping performance and economy can be laid it all off nicely. at the door of the brand new eight The interior is especially designed for speed automatic gearbox. Ratios are European markets, and is an incredibly very well spaced, and the smooth shifts comfortable and well-appointed place make the most of the characterful 3 litre to spend any period of time in. The V6 engines massive 420lb of torque.

Summit model benefits from thick, As Jeep is such a long established name leather, electrically operated ventilated with an “off road backwoods” image that heated seats, and there is space for five is pretty much second to none, it would full sized adults to fit comfortably. The be a poor show if the Grand Cherokee dashboard is handsome, ergonomic, and didn’t acquit itself properly when the refreshingly different in design to the terrain is not smooth and tarmacked.

European competition. Everything feels If most customers will probably be no well screwed together and characterful – more adventurous than to occasionally rather than a facsimile of its rivals.

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[motoring ] tow a horse box across a field, Jeep needs to ensure that the customers that do occasionally want to get serious with their vehicle are well catered for.With air suspension (that raises the chassis by up to 7cm), an electric clutch pack that on top spec models can lock the differentials front to back and side to side, and chunky off road tyres, the Grand Cherokee is more than a match for even bona fide off road brands such as Land Rover.

On road, the Grand Cherokee behaves very well. Despite the bulk of the vehicle, the car stops and steers very competently. Despite the off road tyres, steering feel is actually surprisingly good, and the cornering of the Jeep is certainly very progressive. Also of course there’s nothing like being able to look “white van man” directly in the eye.

Manoeuvrability is good with good steering lock, (never to be underestimated) and front and rear sensors fitted as standard. Another nice touch is the reversing camera that connects to the satnav screen as soon as the gear selector is moved to ‘R’.

In summary the new Grand Cherokee is a fantastic car and keeps Jeeps long and illustrious history of rugged off

road performance alive. Not only is this achieved, but now the Cherokee can mix it with the luxury brands of Audi/Volkswagen and Range Rover. Build quality and comfort are now impeccable and ride and handling are up there with the best. The Grand Cherokee is a welcome addition to the off road market and lives up to its name brilliantly. It really is Grand!

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THE DRIVING

ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME

Kent natives, Oli Claydon and Ed Hancock, have been announced as finalists in a major driving competition.

The Conti4x4trophy is the driving experience of a lifetime, run by Continental Tyres. Oli and codriver Ed will be driving one of 14 Hummers, exploring the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert, crossing breathtaking scenery and fiery sand dunes, navigating through rocky gorges and fording spectacular rivers.

The six day trip to Morocco is at the beginning of September and will see the two fly to Casablanca before travelling on to Ouarzazate, nicknamed ‘the door to the desert’ and where many films such as Lawrence of Arabia, The Living Daylights, The Mummy and Gladiator were filmed. This is where the driving begins.

They will navigate the difficult terrain during the day and be pampered

at night in a selection of luxury hotels, and also have a true Bedouin experience with one night camping under the stars.

Oli and Ed were in the top 28 teams in the competition run over 12 weeks and were invited to a qualifying event at the Land Rover test track, where their skills and aptitude were tested.

They had to demonstrate their offroad driving ability and a range of other skills. Oli and Ed were then one of the 14 teams selected.

Oli says: “I’ve been good friends with Ed since school and we are very excited about the challenge – it should be great fun. Neither of us have never done anything like this before, but we’re looking forward to exploring Morocco.

“I expect our driving ability and patience to be challenged at times, but

we cannot wait to meet new people and experience places we’ve never visited before.”

Ed says: “I feel so lucky and incredibly excited to have the opportunity to participate in the Conti4x4trophy.

It will be a priceless experience; meeting locals and driving through some truly epic scenery. I expect my off road driving skills to be much improved too!”

Peter Robb, spokesperson from Continental Tyres said: “This is truly a once in a lifetime driving experience – Oli and Ed can expect a real challenge. We’re really looking forward to them being part of an amazing adventure!”

For more information about the Conti4x4trophy, visit www.conti4x4trophy.co.uk.

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Quex House & Gardens “One of the UK's most fascinating and unique visitor attractions” A world-class collection of 19th Century natural history and ethnography from Africa and Asia ~ Fascinating furniture and objets d’art ~ Oriental fine arts ~ Ceramics ~ Weaponry ~ Local archaeology ~ Beautiful informal gardens & historic Victorian glasshouses ~ Boutique café and tearooms ~ Groups welcome

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AnGleseY Words & Pictures By Jaillan Yehia

Th e Real Prince Of Wales

The most famous royal residents of the Welsh Isle of Anglesey may have been in the news more than ever of late, but Ynys Môn is now making headlines of its own by carving out a fine foodie reputation built on local-sourced fruits de mer, new modern eateries and award-winning native sea salt, all set against a backdrop of stunning scenery and outdoor pursuits.

Next time you’re considering boarding a plane to get away from it all with dreams of kayaking in clear waters with seals, tasting locally farmed mussels and prawns and cycling though stunning scenery in the sunshine you can look a little closer to home.

Anglesey is the indulgent island weekend getaway you didn’t know you needed.

Until now. So give yourself the royal treatment in Wales’ northernmost tip by heading to these hand-picked spots.

Where To Dine Dylan's dylansrestaurant.co.uk

Dylan’s founders set out to ‘create a place on the island where we could take our own children and friends’ and perched on the water's edge with views that will keep you transfixed for hours as little ones play chase with the receding tide under grandparents’ watchful eyes, it certainly seems they’ve succeeded.

The relaxed yet modern Scandinavianstyle interior complete with family photos on the walls fits perfectly with the marine setting, but the pick of the tables, weather permitting (this is still Wales after all) has to be on the upper and lower alfresco terraces.

It’s hard to resist hand-made sourdough and focaccia baked daily on site - but save room for the rest of the locally sourced seasonal produce, especially the fresh and tasty seafood options which are served up in generous portions and rounded off with classic desserts like Eton Mess brought to you by laid back staff.

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The Oyster Catcher oystercatcheranglesey.co.uk

The atmospheric setting is another winner at The Oyster Catcher, as is the building itself, a German Huf Haus which provides an eye-catching marker in a Welsh rural scene overlooking Maelog Lake and Rhosneigr beach.

Oysters aren’t the staple food here, instead head chef Mark Williams oversees a team of 16-22 year old ‘cadets’ who prepare a menu of classic bistro-style dishes, pastas and pizzas and an extensive specials list.

The concept, summed up by the slogan ‘food, changing lives’ will be most familiar in relation to Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen - with 150 Anglesey applicants being whittled down to 80, though not under the watchful eye of the cameras.

50 youngsters were trained before the finalists were employed and given the foundations for a career in cooking; the first intake of students is just about to graduate to make room for a second round of budding chefs.

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Ye Olde Bull's Head Inn bullsheadinn.co.uk

What To Do

The pick of the eateries in Anglesey’s quaint main town of Beaumaris,Ye Olde Bull’s Head Inn packs a cosy pub, modern brasserie and fine dining restaurant into a Grade II listed building that’s equally full of history – past guests have included Dickens and Dr Johnson.

It wouldn’t be a British staycation without a day exploring a stately home, and the seat of the Marquess of Anglesey is the place to do this whilst enjoying views of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait.

Local specialities such as Welsh cheeses and lamb along with Menai seafood feature heavily on the appealing brasserie menu which operates on a drop-in basis, while the fine dining restaurant takes bookings for dinner service.

And if you think you’ll need to be rolled home after indulging in all the food on offer it’s just a short stumble to the Bull’s Head’s rooms, or the more contemporary colour-themed accommodation at The Townhouse next door.

Plas Newydd Country House & Gardens nationaltrust.org.uk/plasnewydd

Try a half hour tour of the 16th century manor house, which was redesigned by James Wyatt in the 18th century then explore the extensive gardens, hole up in a tree house or take advantage of the free adventure scrap books on offer full of outdoor challenges for the under 12’s.

Kayaking with Summit To Sea summittosea.co.uk

Local kayaking and cycling expert Pete Baars runs things at this friendly independent outdoor activity provider set at the point where Anglesey meets Holy Island.

If fresh air is what you’re after this is the place to drop in for equipment, instruction, coaching and guiding including bespoke kayaking trips in local waters – which you’ll undoubtedly share with plenty of birdlife and herds of seals.

Cycling enthusiasts can rent a bike and tackle the 110 mile island-circuit, dropping off the bike at one of 7 hubs to avoid covering the same ground twice.

Where To Decamp To

Tre-Ysgawen Hall Country House Hotel treysgawen-hall.co.uk

This traditional country house hotel is set within an original 1882 grand mansion house in picturesque countryside, surrounded by tranquil and pretty gardens.With a full service spa offering local sea salt scrubs, as well as an indoor pool and steam room, it’s perfect place to relax and unwind on your trip.

& What To Bring Home Halen Môn Anglesey Sea Salt halenmon.com

On every table in Anglesey you’ll find the seasoning supplied by the island’s most famous foodie export.What started 16 years ago with a saucepan on the family stove has grown to become a worldwide phenomenon; the pure organic salt, naturally filtered by the coastal sand and mussels is favoured by top chefs such as Heston Blumenthal and is the salt of choice for brands from Marks and Spencer to Duchy Originals. Be sure to pick up one of the many varieties as a souvenir while you’re on the island.

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Monochrome Jumper from NEXT RRP £16

Checked top from NEXT RRP £17

Black denim jeans from Phase Eight RRP £69 Outlet Price £48.30

Necklace from French Connection RRP £18 Outlet Price £5

Clutch bag from REISS RRP £129 Outlet Price £77

Nina tweed coat from Phase Eight RRP £199 Outlet Price £139.30 Black denim jeans from Phase Eight RRP £69 Outlet Price £48.30

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You have a great figure but no curves, create a waist with this on trend checked top from NEXT with a built in belt and three quarter length sleeves, this top is perfect for you! Complete your ‘highland rebel’ look with these jean’s from Phase Eight and accessory from French Connection.

Balance out your body shape by visually shortening the length of your legs with this monochrome jumper from NEXT and let the stripes do all the work for you. Team with some black skinny jeans and add a one colour clutch bag that will complete your ‘block colour’ look.

Take the emphasis away from your larger hips by drawing the eye to the top half of your body, achieve this with the faux fur collar on this wonderful winter tweed coat from Phase Eight. A pair of skinny jeans will look great with this statement coat.

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Animal print skirt from French Connection RRP £95 Outlet Price £57

Faux leather skirt from NEXT RRP £16

Black vest top from French Connection RRP £22 Outlet Price £15

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Create some visual length to your shorter legs by having more of them on show!

This faux leather skirt from NEXT is on trend for this Autumn Winter, team with a top that can be tucked in and add a necklace like this one from REISS to finish the outfit.

Minimise your larger bust by drawing the attention away and wearing a neutral colour on this area like this black vest top from French Connection. I found this fabulous animal print metallic skirt and matching bag that will balance your figure and look great.

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Deborah Eastlake is a Personal Style Advisor at Ashford Designer Outlet.

She has picked out a range of up to the minute outfits from the centre to suit your body shape, whatever it may be.

Deborah spent years living in London running a vintage clothing boutique and has sold clothes to many high profile customers including Jenny Packman, Kate Moss and JeanPaul Gaultier. Having returned to live in her home town Deborah is now keen to share her expertise with customers at the Ashford Designer Outlet.

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HaiR Tips Harrison’s

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Question I’m happy with my hair's natural colour, but I'd like it to be shinier. Is there a product that will do that?

ANSWER Redken's Shades EQ Gloss will do just that, your stylist can glaze your hair with a clear gloss, which will not affect your colour at all it will simply just add shine.Also available for after care is the NEW Redken Diamond Oil shampoo which improves the conditioner while adding shine.

Question Help I would love my dry and frizzy hair to be shiny and straight?

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ANSWER Redken do a great range of colours which blend grey and slowly fade away with shampooing such as Gents Camo. I would also recommend talking to your colourist as there are lots of different ways to apply colour so that it looks natural.

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Amy McManus

takes us through the craze that

is Gel Nail Polish

and shows us some of the latest

nAils How to make your

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There’s nothing I love more than having my nails done, but patience and is not a virtue I possess. If I have not smudged them by the time I get to the car, I can be sure that they will be less than perfect by the time I get home. After all, who really has time to wait for their nails to dry?

Once they’re dry I can usually chip them within 2 days. My record currently stands at 6 hours...

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A couple of years ago my fabulous manicurist Gemma introduced me to gel nail polish. A brilliant invention created for the client in a hurry.

After the usual filing, cuticle work and buffing the polish is applied like a regular nail varnish. The nails are then placed under LED lights which set the polish; this is repeated with each coat, ending with the top coat to add shine.This creates a beautiful flawless finish, and the best part about it? No smudging! The colour is set and instantly hard as rock.

No vigorous hand shaking, no smudging and no need to be cautious when getting your keys out of your bag on the way back to the car. Another fabulous feature – it lasts 2-3 weeks if not longer. Perfect just before a holiday or back-to-back events when you don’t want to be redoing your nails every 10 seconds.

I have tried a few brands, but my favourite has to be Gelish®. Gelish® was the first brush-in-bottle gel-polish ever invented and in my opinion, last the longest by far.

Other brands such as Sally Heusen and OPI have also brought out their own gel-polish ranges, but these just don’t offer the same quality or durability. For example when I tried CND Shellac it was chipped within 7 days despite the tag-line saying 14. Gelish® also use LED lights to harden the polish rather than UV light.

LED lamps cure gels faster and avoid the exposure of your hands to UV light.

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What about nail damage?

What’s the cost?

Prices differ between salons.The best value I have found in Kent: Bliss Beauty Therapy in Eastry charge £23 for a full Gelish manicure which lasts approximately 1 hour.

This is a common issue when dealing with gels or acrylics as the glue used to apply them causes he nail to become thin and brittle. As no glue is used this is not an issue with gel nail polish; as long as you take-care and follow the simple steps when you wish to remove the colour. Rule One – don’t pick or peel! When your gel-polish is coming to the end of its life, you will notice that the edges start to come up.The urge to peel these edges will be enormous, but please think of your poor nails underneath!

Take 10 pieces of cotton wool; soak them in nail polish remover (ideally one which contains acetone); place one on each nail and wrap in foil to keep in place and insulate. After 20 minutes remove the foil and cotton wool, your gel-polish will easily buffer-off ready for the next colour.

Let’s talk about colour trends This summer season has all been about bright neons and colours that make a splash. The Gelish® All About the Glow range definitely followed suit with colours so bright they ‘glow’ you away. (Apologies for the pun, it’s theirs not mine!) I was lucky enough to try each of these fabulous colours and I have to say I loved each one of them. It’s true what it say on the box – brights do really have more fun. Under the LED light, they really do glow; it gave me such a huge urge to go raving and show off my new finger nails!

Moving from the glows of Summer to the rich hues of Autumn, Gelish presents the ‘Under her Spell Collection for the 2013 fall.They intermix rich and regal shades with creamier dainty hues for a multifaceted yet complementary colour range. From the seductive black cherry to graceful pink lavender, the colours paint the picture of the art of seduction. Each of these colours has been taken from the new catwalk fall collections stirring inspiration from rich velvets and dark lace designs to create a colour range that is bang on trend.

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Alison Allen is a Kent Sales Leader for Avon, covering the whole of Kent.

She is also a beauty specialist. East Kent Lifestyle have picked her brains for her top tips for staying fabulous over the Autumn months‌

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Top BEAUTY TIPS

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Be daring and choose a military green or dusky purple for your nails. These shades are surprisingly flattering and work across all skin tones

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Act now to reduce the damage the cooler months can do to your hair and invest in a top shampoo and conditioner to maintain that mane.

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Autumn is the perfect time to address the balance of your skin; be sure to get into the routine of moisturising your face on a daily basis

Want bigger eyes this season? Get that long-thick eye lash look and try Avon’s revolutionary mascara - Mega Effects

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With autumns darker makeup palate, why not consider a peachy blusher instead of your usual pink, or try a dusky brown eyeshadow or liner

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September Open Days Junior school (3-11 yrs): Friday 27 Sept 2013 Senior school (11-18 yrs): Saturday 28 Sept 2013 Strong academic results at 11+, GCSE and A Level Small classes offering close individual attention Excellent pastoral care with a Christian ethos Exceptional facilities including 500-seat Theatre, Sports Complex and Indoor Swimming Pool Scholarships and Bursaries Available

For more information or to arrange a visit: Nursery & Junior School T: 01843 572912 E: mag@slcuk.com www.slcuk.com Ramsgate, Kent CT11 7AE

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St Lawrence College

Open Days - all welcome!

September always brings an air of excitement and anticipation with the start of the new school year. It also marks the start of the Open Day season and the opportunity for you to explore different options for your child’s future education.

Whether you’ve had St Lawrence College in mind since the day your child was born, or you have never even considered independent education before, why not come along to one of our Open Days and find out more?

Nursery: from rising 3’s

are complemented by a wide range of extra-curricular experiences. An extended day and flexi-boarding are offered to assist working parents.

people use Open Days as an initial introduction to the school and then follow this up with a personal visit at a later date.

Senior School: 11-18 years

Friday 27 September: Nursery & Junior School Open Day T: 01843 572912

Junior School: 5-11 years

The school has a long record of providing an excellent academic education within a supportive community, but is also modern in its outlook and very well suited to preparing pupils for a rapidly changing world. Class sizes are small and pastoral support is strong. Academic standards are high and students leave the school as confident, compassionate and capable adults.

Children thrive in a secure and positive atmosphere and are given every opportunity, both inside and outside the classroom, to fulfil their potential.

High academic standards, excellent SATs results, and 11+ preparations

Our Open Days are not staged events, but take place on normal school days.

Use the occasion to have a look around the classrooms, facilities and grounds and learn more about the differences between us and other schools. Many

Offering flexible attendance and an extended day, Nursery pupils enjoy the freedom to discover within a structured learning programme overseen by wellqualified, experienced staff. Enhanced afternoon sessions provide additional learning opportunities to pupils about to move up to Reception.

Saturday 28 September: Senior School Open Day T: 01843 572931 Call beforehand to book a place, then turn up on the day, family in tow, for an informal look around the school.

Children, aunts, uncles, grandparents are all welcome to come along, and light refreshments will be available. Staff will be on-hand to answer any questions, but talk to the pupils too – find out what they love about St Lawrence College!

A warm welcome awaits you and your family.

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Kent College Canterbury An outstanding school for boys and girls aged 3 - 18

Aspiration At Kent College we help dreams become a reality!

Senior School Open Day Saturday 5th October 9.00am until 12.30pm

We can help you achieve your ambition. Do drop in!

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PeRfect In a year when the press belittles the efforts of the thousands of students who sat their GCSEs this summer, stating that “standards are slipping”, we should not lose sight of the fact that many youngsters pride themselves in their intellectual ability and far from failing passed virtually all their exams with a perfect score.

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By Carol Baker, Development Director, Kent College

One such candidate is Eva Harris who took three GCSEs last year and a further eight this year. In total across all of her exams she lost only 16 UMS and in at least eight subjects her raw score was perfect. Eva is studying at Kent College, Canterbury and is just starting the sixth form with courses in Chemistry, Biology and Maths at Higher Level, History, English and Spanish at Standard Level. Her passion is academic work and alongside her normal GCSEs she has also studied a stand-alone Additional Mathematics exam to the highest grade possible and an Open University degree module in autism.

Eva has chosen to study the IB in the sixth form as it allows you to study a broader range of subjects at the same depth. In addition recent results have placed Kent College in the top 10 for IB schools nationally.

For relaxation Eva turns to art and over the Summer break has been compiling a series of portraits of her friends at Kent College.

Eva is aiming at a career in Medicine and in particular focusing on neurology! However, keen to broaden her horizons; over the summer Eva enjoyed an internship with Roger Williams MP, which included having some responsibility for writing press releases. This was followed by a work shadowing role at with two doctors at Pilgrims Hospice.

Eva hopes to go on and study Medicine at Cambridge University in the future. “The flexibility provided

by Kent College and all of the staff has enabled me to broaden both my achievements and aspirations.” www.kentcollege.com

Outstanding IB results again! Average points 37.2!

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Saturday 21st – Sunday 22nd September

British (minigolf) Open 2013 @ Strokes Adventure Golf, Margate The weekend of September 21st and 22nd sees the BRITISH OPEN return to Strokes Adventure Golf in Margate.

The course has previously hosted the event in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2012 and is regarded as one of the best courses in the UK, a fitting venue for our premier event of the year.

As is traditional, the PLAYERS & INTERNATIONAL PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP will take place on the Friday afternoon.

Standard entry: £40 per player BMGA Tour Pro entry: £35 per player Juniors (14 to 18 years): £20 per player

Friday 27th September, 7.30pm JEDWARD @ The Central Theatre, Chatham Love them or loathe them, there’s no disputing that X-Factor rejects “Jedward” continue to make the headlines, either for their bizarre appearances on programmes like Celebrity Big Brother, or for their “interesting” musical output. The wacky twins will be performing all of their “hits” and more in the latest stop on their 2013 UK tour.

Tickets from £23 – call 01634 338338

Friday 4th – Sunday 6th October Broadstairs Food Festival @ Victoria Gardens, Broadstairs

The ever popular culinary calendar highlight is back and bigger than ever. With over 100 stalls selling glorious local produce, children’s workshops, kitchen theatres, a pop-up restaurant, and a licensed bar, come along and enjoy one a great three days and sample the best food & drink that Kent has to offer.

Entry Free

Monday 7th October, 8pm The Lumberjacks @ Margate Winter Gardens Stewart Francis, Craig Campbell and Glenn Wool the UK'S favourite Canadian comedians - will each perform a solo show as a rotating triple bill, as part of the hugely successful touring stand-up comedy tour The Lumberjacks. Described as "A delicious surprise" by the London Evening Standard, and as "A miracle of comic technique" by The Times, be sure to catch this hilarious tour while you can.

Tickets £16: Call 01843 296111 or visit www.margatewintergardens.co.uk/box_office

Thursday 17th October, 7pm Alison Moyet @Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

The Central Theatre, 170 High Street, Chatham, ME4 4AS

More than thirty years after Moyet first found fame with Yazoo, this soulful songstress is touring the UK and playing songs from both her astounding back catalogue, and from her first studio album in six years “the minutes”.

Tickets from £29.90 at www.atgtickets.com

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Monday 21st October, 7.30pm Lucy Spraggan @ Margate Winter Gardens One of the most original acts to come from the X-Factor, Spraggan withdrew from last year’s competition after falling ill halfway through the finals. Lucy also ended as runner up in 2012’s Live & Unsigned competion. She brings her unique style of musical which fuses acoustic, folk and hip hop to Margate this autumn.

Tickets £15: Call 01843 296111 or visit www.margatewintergardens.co.uk/box_office

Saturday 26th October, 7pm-10pm Murder Mystery Evening @ Quex Park, Birchington An evening of fun and investigation with the Perfectly Dreadful Murder Company. To book a ticket please call the museum 01843 842168. Places are limited, please book early to avoid disappointment, payment required at the time of booking.

Price: £25 to include light supper and a glass of wine

Greg Davies @Margate Winter Gardens Star of BAFTA award-winning The Inbetweeners and BBC Three's Cuckoo, much-loved towering beacon of comedy Greg Davies is one of the most successful stand-ups in the UK. Following a sold-out 2012 tour and due to popular demand, Greg's critically-acclaimed and riotously funny show, The Back of My Mum's Head is a laugh riot you simply must see!

Call: 01843 842168

Tickets £25: Call 01843 296111 or visit www.margatewintergardens.co.uk/box_office

Friday 1st November, from 7pm

Tuesday 12th November, 7.30pm

Spooky Ball @ EastWell Manor, nr Ashford.

The Vagina Monologues @ Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone

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Tuesday 12th November, 7.30pm

Skeletons dance in the dark, ghosts and ghouls are all dressed up, witches and wizards want to rock and roll and they are ready for some fun at 'Eastwell Manor's Spooky Ball!'

After a welcome drink at the Great Hall, a candle-lit dinner will be served in The Manor Restaurant, followed by a dancing until midnight with music from the resident live band.

Tickets: £60 per person, call 01233 213020 or email: reservations@eastwellmanor.co.uk A candle lit dinner will be served in The Manor Restaurant and after dinner dance the night away until midnight with music from our resident live band.

Saturday 9th November, 7.30pm Chris Packham @Theatre Royal, Margate Chris Packham goes wild across the country with an entertaining and informative look at some of nature’s most popular and interesting species. Illustrated with his superb photographs from around the world and from his beloved UK, he explains the fascinating ecologies and behaviours of a range of creatures from Leopards to Barn Owls, from Cheetahs to Pond Skaters, from Polar Bears to Peregrines.

His conversational style, irreverent humour and sometimes controversial opinions make for a hugely rewarding evening’s entertainment. He tells of close shaves, the often bizarre lengths he’ll go to getting the picture and challenges people to think again about the conventions of conservation.

Tickets from £17.50

Eve Ensler’s hilarious Broadway and West End smash hit is back with an all new all star cast! featuring the feisty HollieJay Bowes (Hollyoaks), TV favourite Terri Dwyer (Hollyoaks, Grange Hill, Loose Women) and national treasure Diane Keen (Doctors, Ruth Rendell Mysteries).

An unmissable show for every generation - bring your mum, your best friend, your sister or even your gran - this is the ultimate girls night out.

Tickets from £22.90 at www.atgtickets.com

Saturday 16th November, from 10am Personal Styling Workshops @Ashford Designer Outlet You know your own style, but sometimes it’s hard to find clothes you really love. ADO’s personal style advisor is on hand to give you fashion tips and help update your look with all the latest trends. You’ll discover the essential prints and colours as well as the best ways to flatter your figure. Finding your perfect look has never been easier. Whether you’re looking for the perfect outfit for an event, or a whole new look – with over 80 brands such as Ted Baker, Lacoste, Guess, Reiss and Superdry at up to 60% less, you’re moments away from finding a new look you love.

Ashford Designer Outlet, Kimberley Way, Ashford TN24 0SD Tel: 01233 895 903

Tel: 01843 292 795 / 296 111

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MICK SALLY

would be hard work, but we instantly saw the potential.

Sally: Well, I have worked in bars, but my career was as a teaching assistant in a local primary school, so it was something of a change of path to say the least! As Mick said though, it was such a great opportunity for us to work together to build a great business, and it’s a real family affair as my daughters also work with us.

Mick & Sally White are the owner/operators of prominent Ramsgate bar/ restaurant “Miles Café Culture”. We sat down with the entrepreneurial couple to find out a little about their operation, aspirations, and their thoughts on the area.

You took over Miles a year and a half ago – do you have a hospitality background?

Mick: Well, my long term career was in the city, where I still have a foreign exchange business, although I officially “retired” a couple of years ago. Saying that, I owned a couple of pub restaurants in Essex back in the 1990’s and really enjoyed the environment. When the opportunity arose to take Miles, both Sally & I jumped at the chance. We knew it 94

You say you worked in the city Mick, what made you relocate to East Kent?

I had friends who lived down here, and I often used to visit Thanet, and I just loved the place. I finally moved down here in 2000, met Sally in 2003, and I can’t see myself living anywhere else now.

Do you have any plans to expand the business?

Mick: Not at the moment no. We’re still in a recession don’t forget, and the hospitality trade has been hit hard.

Saying that, we’ve managed to grow areas of the business and we’ve had a great summer. I’m definitely not saying expansion isn’t a long term goal, you’ve always got to think ahead, but right now our focus is on constantly improving the current business.

Sally: We soon hope to offer table service and we’re looking to upgrade the outside furniture in the near future. We’ve already made major improvements to the kitchens, the service levels, and the entire food offering, and it has paid dividends.

When you took over, did you consider changing the name from “Miles”?

Sally: Not a chance! The name is very well known, and it would be incredibly presumptuous of us to come in and call it “Mick & Sally’s Bar”. People would think “who do they think they are?”. Miles’ is a very well known and highly regarded establishment, we definitely wanted to keep that association.

Mick, you’re quite actively involved in promoting the area, Ramsgate in particular, what are your thoughts on the promotion of Ramsgate?

I think it could certainly be improved.

Ramsgate has a lot to shout about, we have the only Royal Harbour in the country, and , especially in the Summer, the place is a beautiful place to be, with some great independent bars, restaurants, buildings, and businesses. When you’re sitting outside Miles’ watching the world go by, the place sells itself, but we can’t expect it to sell itself to people who don’t know about it! One thing which would definitely help, in my opinion, would be better communication between local businesses and the council.

Working together is always the best solution. I’m a director of the RBCA (Ramsgate Business Community Association), and we’re looking to build relationships with people who can make a difference. It all starts with community and communication. That’s what I firmly believe.