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Welcome to your first edition of Whitstable Community Magazine.

This magazine has been designed for the people of Whitstable and we hope you enjoy your local magazine.

The publication will be delivered into all homes on a quarterly basis.

As this is a local magazine for the people of Whitstable, we would love to hear your views and thoughts on any issue relating to Whitstable and its residents, past, present and future.

We would also welcome details on events, groups, clubs, appeals and achievements.

We will publish as much of your material as we possibly can.

In this edition you will find articles of local interest, local events, groups and clubs and useful local contacts.

If you are a short story writer, poet or historian and would like to share your work with the people of Whitstable then we would love to print it for you.

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PLEASE SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES A big thank you goes out to all the local businesses that have advertised and supported the Whitstable Community Magazine To advertise please call Daniel on 01843 834160

Published by Community Ad Web Ltd 01843 834160 email info@communityad.co.uk web www.communityad.co.uk The views expressed in any published content are solely those of the contributors. The Publishers accept no responsibility for the accuracy of any information contained in the publication. The contents of this magazine including images may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, downloaded or displayed in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Community Ad Web Ltd. Unless otherwise specified, the authors of the literary and artistic works in the pages in this magazine have asserted their moral right pursuant to Section 77 of the Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988 to be identified as the author of those works. The Publishers reserve the right not to publish a submission or part of a submission that they consider defamatory or otherwise inappropriate for publication.

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All Saints Church, Whitstable We wish this new publication all God’s blessings and are grateful to the editor for giving us space to advertise a few events.

Most of what we stand for as a church, as well as details of how to book weddings, renewal of vows, christenings and so on, can be found on our website which is www. allsaintswhitstable.com.

On the website are also details of our Holy Week and Easter services and our other church services during the month.

A warm welcome awaits you.

We run a drop in social club called Cameo, which meets on a Monday from 2pm to 3.30pm (excluding Bank Holidays) A Film Club which shows non religious films on Thursdays from 11.15am in our church hall on a large screen.

We run Alpha courses, Christian discovery courses and other types of courses designed to help people find faith or grapple with questions of faith.

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I am happy to meet up with anyone personally to discuss spiritual matters or pray for any matter which is on your mind. We also have a team of pastoral assistants who are happy to visit people who may be lonely or in need of company, for one reason or another.

On behalf of all of us at All Saints may we wish you a very Happy Easter when we arrive at that special season.

God bless you!

A Rev Simon Tillotson

Team Vicar at All Saints Whitstable Church Street, Whitstable CT5 1PG tillotsons@gmail.com or 01227 275947

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KICH School of Clinical Hypnosis Offering 1st class Hypnotherapy Training in Kent KICH was launched last year, based at MidKent College and promptly went on to win an award in the first year of operation!

Although new to Kent the course has a 15 year+ pedigree of training clinical hypnotherapists in Essex.

The one weekend a month 10 module course is designed to make it easy for those interested in changing careers or re-training.

The accredited training is geared to provide fast results with recognised qualifications that surpass national occupational standards. The professional Practitioner course allows you to go to work as soon as you have finished your Diploma training.

Then work full-time or part-time, helping people to overcome anxiety, stress, motivation difficulties, relationship issues and more.

Learn the fascinating secrets about the way the subconscious mind is programmed from birth onwards and instantly understand people at such a deep level, everybody will think you have a sixth sense!

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Work full or part time, after gaining a recognised qualification from this professional practitioner course • Help people overcome anxiety, stress, relationship & motivational issues etc • Learn the fascinating secrets about the way the subconscious mind is programmed from birth onwards!

• The Kent Institute is a fully accredited hypnotherapy training school, our graduates are eligible for registration with the CNHC, APHP & NCP No prior experience or academic qualifications needed in order to join the course!

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Animal Welfare Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre Radfall Rd, Whitstable, CT5 3ER 01227 792505 Banks Nationwide 78/80 High St, Whitstable 0845 266 0670 NatWest Bank 56a High St, Kent, Whitstable 0845 600 0674 HSBC Bank 45 High St, Town Centre, Whitstable 0845 740 4404 Barclays Bank 65 High St, Whitstable, 0845 755 5555

Cinemas and Theatres The Playhouse 104 High St, Whitstable, Kent CT5 1AZ 01227 272042 The Whitstable Electric Theatre Whitstable’s volunteer-run community cinema 01227 281174 Clubs Vibes Dance Studio 07827 951108 Millstrood Road, Whitstable, CT5 1SJ Tankerton Dancing Academy 01227 275 375 5 Bennells Avenue, Whitstable, CT5 2HL

Lloyds Bank 14 High St, Whitstable 0845 300 0000

Deborah Capon School Of Dancing 01227 272 180 78 Castle Road, Whitstable, CT5 2EB

Natwest 132 Tankerton Rd, Whitstable 0845 788 8444

Hampton Duplicate Bridge Club Swalecliffe Community Centre, 19 St John’s Road, Swalecliffe, CT5 2QU

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Bentley’s Hair& Beauty

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Specialists in styling, perming & colouring Advice without obligation Range of beauty treatments

stress • anxiety • phobias & fears smoking • confidence issues etc

Georgina McKinnon clinical hypnotherapist

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Electrician

Kites & Things 01227 264722 3 Oxford Street, Whitstable,CT5 1DB Whitstable Chess Club Sportsman Public House, Faversham Road, Seasalter, Whitstable, CT5 4BP

Specialists in ALL Electrical Services

Whitstable Sugar Art St.Vincent’s School, 15a Castle Road, Tankerton 3rd Tues of month 7 for 7.30pm 01227 274413 The Wine Room Tankerton Wine Room, 104 Tankerton Road, Tankerton, Whitstable, CT5 2AJ 01227 773141 Whitstable Business Club info@whitstablebusinessclub.co.uk

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Jelly Legs Running Club 07972 619550 Whitstable Photographic Group 01227 275936 Whitstable Bowling club Clubhouse: 01227 272365

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Whitstable Football Club The Belmont Ground, Belmont Road, Whitstable, CT5 4LN 01227 266012 Email: secretary@whitstabletownfc.co.uk Rugby Club Whitstable RFC, Reeves Way, Chestfield, CT5 3QS 01227 794343

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Whitstable Dental Centre 66A & 66B Oxford Street, Whitstable CT5 1DG 01227 773175

Whitstable Youth & Community Centre Tower Parade, Whitstable CT5 2BJ 01227 275 178

Kelvin House Dental Practice 2 Nelson Road, Whitstable, Kent CT5 1DP 01227 771323

Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre Oxford St, Whitstable CT5 1DD 01227 274880

Chestfield Dental Practice 41 Chestfield Road, Chestfield, CT5 3LD 01227 793 799

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Swalecliffe Dental Centre 90 Herne Bay Road, Swalecliffe CT5 2LX 01227 794775 Doctors Whitstable Medical Practice Harbour Street, Whitstable, CT5 1BZ 01227 284320 Saddleton Road Surgery 32 Saddleton Rd, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 4JQ 01227 504502 Family & Children Centres Joy Lane Children’s Centre Joy Lane Primary School, Joy Lane Whitstable CT5 4LT 01227 263998 Swalecliffe Children’s Centre Bridgefield Rd, Whitstable, CT5 2PH 01227 272103 Family Planning & Health

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Pharmacies Cheadles Pharmacy 115 High St, Town Centre, Whitstable, CT5 1AY 01227 272066 Boots 33-35 High St, Whitstable 01227 272677 Tankerton Pharmacy 99 Tankerton Rd, Whitstable 01227 272336 Leisure Centres Whitstable Swimming Pool 01227 772 442

MJ DECOR

Painter & Decorator in Whitstable with eleven years of experience in interior & exterior décor

kitChEns, lOungEs & hallways spECialist Restoration & Maintenance window Restorations shop Fronts wooden structures Beach huts

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National Helplines Age UK 0800 169 6565 Alcoholics Anonymous 0845 769 7555 Alzheimer’s Research UK 0300 111 5555 Cruse Bereavement Care 0844 477 9400

0845 6030024 Deafblind UK 01733 358 100 Debt Line 08000 919 991

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020 7289 6111 Domestic Violence 0808 2000 247 Gamcare 020 7801 7000 Men’s Advice Line 0808 801 0327 Mind Infoline 020 8519 2122 NHS Direct 020 7599 4200 Parentline 0808 800 2222 Sexual Assault 0808 802 9999 Samaritans 08457 90 90 90 Sexual Health 0845 122 8690 Smokers Quit Line 0800 169 0 169 Sue Ryder (Dementia Helpline) 01952 913113 Victim Support 0845 30 30 900 Helplines for young people Childline (NSPCC) 0800 1111 Help and advice 0808 800 5000 Talk to Frank 0300 123 6600 Kidscape (Anti-bullying) 08451 205 204 Runaway Helpline 116 000

ESJRemovals • Man & van • Local, national, European • Collections & deliveries • Part-loads & single items • Including collections of eBay items • House moves & office moves • Packing services available • House clearances & domestic cleaning • CRB checked • Fully insured & licensed waste carrier

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Put Life in Your Day with Active Life

Whether you are completely new to exercising or a ‘die hard’ exercise fanatic, Active Life’s six leisure and fitness centres offer a huge range of activities and facilities for all ages, abilities and fitness levels.

With seven pools, four superbly equipped and spacious gyms, hundreds of different fitness, dance and swim classes, crèches, birthday parties, roller skating, sports hall activities and more to choose from we offer the total solution to all your health, exercise and fitness needs.

Active Life is dedicated to making healthy exercise and lifestyle affordable to everyone in the district irrespective of age, income and location. You don’t need to be a member to use our centres but we have a range of affordable memberships that will save everyone money.

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and Days on Your Life g the main Overcomin out I don’t know what to do! ptions ab misconce exercising We offer special ‘New to Exercise Familiarisation Sessions’ and have qualified, friendly and experienced staff who will give you all the help and support you’ll need

I’m too old!

You’re never too told to start and with our support you’ll quickly feel the benefits. Plenty of our users are in their seventies and eighties and we’ve just had an 84 year old gent join!

It’s scary and Intimidating!

Everyone feels a bit like that to begin with but we find most people are surprised how friendly, unintimidating and relaxed our centres are

I’ve no time!

With 6 centres in the district there’s sure to be one near you - all are open from early until late

For more information visit www.activelifeltd.co.uk or pop into one of our centres and chat with our friendly staff

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I’ll feel silly and embarrassed!

The short answer is you won’t because our centres are full of normal people like you and I of all ages, shapes and sizes, having fun and enjoying a fitter, more healthy life.

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Our Bowling Club is set in the idyllic grounds of Whitstable Castle and has been in existence since 1936.

We are open right through the summer months and you are welcome to come along and watch a game of Bowls on our beautiful green, with the Castle providing a beautiful backdrop for our games.

You might end up wanting to play and we welcome new members any time.

If you have just moved to the area or played bowls before we welcome both bowlers and also social members. Coaching can be provided.

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Saturday 17 May from 12 noon with a variety of stalls, refreshments, mini bowls, games and raffle

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aches, pains and tendonitis Sports massage and rehabilitation all treatments tailored to suit individual needs Fully qualified and insured

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Furniture Shop

Providing quality furniture for your home D Stunning ranges of pine, oak and painted furniture D Made to measure furniture D One off pieces available D Giftware D Free local delivery D Revamping service

01227 479007

www.uniquesfurnitureshop.co.uk Parham Road (off Sturry Road), Canterbury, Kent CT1 1LQ Open Monday to Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 11am-4pm

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Whitstable Bowling Club New and experienced bowlers most welcome Talk to members about bowling, and try for yourself Visit our grounds and clubhouse Refreshments available

Saturday 10 May 2014 from 10am onwards

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01227 362220

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New driving laws - a guide to New laws mean that police are now able to issue on-the-spot penalties for careless driving. Some of the offences are new, while some have existed for a while. But what exactly is “careless driving” and how can you avoid penalties?

What do the new laws cover?

Many of the offences are covered by laws that already exist, but have been hard to enforce because police had to go through the courts.

Now police can issue an on-the-spot fine, handed to you on the road, so it’ll be easier for them to do so.

The standard fine for a number of offences has gone up, including: • Speeding • Using a mobile phone while driving • Driving on the hard shoulder • Ignoring traffic directions And two new bits of ‘careless driving’ have been made an offence: • Tailgating • Lane-hogging, usually middle lane What is tailgating and lane-hogging?

Many drivers might be familiar with these things without necessarily knowing what they’re called.

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Tailgating This is when someone drives too close to the car in front. It’s usually done by drivers trying to force the car in front to move faster or to change lanes.

Lane-hogging Many drivers use the middle lane as a ‘cruising lane’ and drive too slowly. This is dangerous and can force cars to slow down quickly.

These are big pet hates of many people since they inconvenience drivers and can put other road users at risk.

How much can I be fined?

It depends on the offence.

You can be fined £100 and 3 points on your licence for: • Tailgating and lane-hogging • Using a mobile phone • Speeding • Not stopping at a red light

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the changes The new laws have also increased the fines for other offences where you don’t get points. So you can be fined £50 for: • Failing to give way • Stopping on the hard shoulder unnecessarily What can I do to avoid the penalty?

29% of people admit to hogging the middle lane, according to a recent AA/Populus survey. And tailgating is prevalent too. That means there are lots of drivers who could face being pulled over and hit with the fine.

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You can avoid the fines by doing a number of things: • Keep a safe distance from the car in front by using the ‘2-second rule’ – pick a landmark ahead and use it to see if you’re over 2 seconds away from the driver in front • Move to the inside lane when you’re at cruising speed, only using the middle and outside lane to overtake • Never use a mobile phone while driving.

Instead, buy a phone holder and turn on the speaker function.

Call Paul on 07942 560555 www.1stchoiceelectricalsolutions.co.uk

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Taps to radiators · WC & basins Bathrooms · Showers · Wet rooms Disability suites · Tiling Over 30 years’ experience no job too small Please mention

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Whitstable Umbrella Whitstable Umbrella centre is open to the public and anyone can use our facilities or take part in activities. We have a special emphasis on mental health and wellbeing, and aim to support all users in being part of our community. We also welcome volunteers of all background who are an important part of centre activity.

The Umbrella centre is a lively friendly place with many activities and opportunities to socialise, learn a new skill, find support, volunteer, or just relax.

Here are some of the things we offer. For more information look at ‘What we do here’, contact us or drop in. uCommunity Café and Garden Open 12–4pm Tuesday to Saturday, with excellent value meals and refreshments.

Relax with a coffee in the garden, or enjoy a roast dinner in the friendly cafe. uHall Hire We have various facilities available for hire suitable for many purposes, at competitive rates.

Internet Workstations We have computers with free internet access for public use, just ask in the office.

LONG ESTABLISHED, CARING, INDEPENDENT LOCAL VETERINARY PRACTICE

uParasol Adult Mental Health Support Group This group offers a wide range of activities, some more structured than others and free refreshments as well as regular coach trips to places of interests so there should be something for all tastes. Learn a new skill or just drop in for a chat. Contact us or drop into the office for more information uComputer Skills Workshops Designed for all ages (18+) and abilities, our computer courses are always popular and have covered many topics from using the internet, tracing your family history, to getting the most out of your digital camera. uHobby Groups from knitting, to crafts, scrabble and bowls, there is a wide range of interest groups to choose from.

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ANIMED CENTRE 24 Oxford Street Whitstable

01227 273005

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Community Centre uVolunteering There are many opportunities for volunteering at the Umbrella centre, do get in touch if you think you can offer some time whatever your background, it can be a very rewarding experience. uCommunity Events Our hall is a popular venue for many community events, including regular dates such as the farmers market, Indoor fairs and antique sales and also one-off events like craft fairs.

uHealth and Wellbeing There are many opportunities here to keep fit and healthy without joining a gym! From our relaxed but popular walk and talk group, to keep fit and dance classes for all ages, check out the timetable to find something to suit your pace. uFundraising Events Look out for our annual Funday (normally the 3rd Sunday in June) and other fundraising events and activities. We are always looking for new ideas and people to support our fundraising efforts. uCommunity Support Kent Law School have an outreach clinic based at our centre which can offer free legal advice. Citizens Advice Bureau also runs occasional outreach appointments here (Volunteer Bureau Office). Kent counselling Advice (KCA) runs an outreach appointment here. Rethink Advocacy Service (for anyone with metal health illness or expressing problems) runs an outreach appointment weekly on Mondays, mostly by appointment.

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CGS Blinds & Shutters

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Due to satisfied local customers over the previous seven years of trading, we have now opened a larger showroom, with hundreds of materials and fabrics to choose from. All blinds are custom-made to your needs.

Supply only or surveyed and installed 01227 278643 107a Tankerton Road, Whitstable CT5 2AJ

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Recipe

Easter Cake

Ingredients For the cake you will need 50g cocoa powder 125ml boiling water 185g butter, softened 330g firmly packed brown sugar 3 eggs 225g self-raising flour 75g plain flour ¼ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 180ml milk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 150g small milk chocolate Easter eggs Coloured cake decorations For the milk chocolate frosting 400g eating-quality milk chocolate, chopped 160ml thickened cream

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To make the cake Combine cocoa and water in a small bowl; whisk until smooth. Cool.

Preheat the oven to (160˚c or 140˚c fan oven).

Grease a deep 22cm round cake tin, line base with baking paper.

Beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating until combined between additions.

Transfer mixture to a large bowl.

Stir in sifted flours and soda, then milk, vanilla and cocoa mixture. Pour mixture into prepared tin. Bake for about 1 hour 10 minutes or until cooked. Stand for 10 minutes before turning onto a rack to cool.

To make the milk chocolate frosting Combine chocolate and cream in a small saucepan, stir over a very low heat until smooth.

Transfer to a bowl. Refrigerate, stirring frequently, until a spreadable consistency.

Spread Milk Chocolate Frosting over top and side of cake, decorate with chocolate eggs and coloured decorations

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• You will be personally looked after by our design team…Ian Pennick & Luke Huggins • Luxury fitted kitchens, bathrooms & bedrooms • Combining 40 years in the kitchen industry • Designs and prices to fit every home and budget • All kitchen appliances and brands available • Aftercare service you will find hard to match

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1 May - 28 June An exhibition of postcards sent through Royal Mail from all over the world and locally, our fourth annual postcard exhibition.

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This year we ask you to simply post art in its original form of any medium now, on a postcard. The theme is as broad as it can be, be it photographed, etched, sketched, knitted, collaged, sculpted, written, screenprinted, ceramic, anything.

We exhibit the postcards in Gallery 3 during May and June and expect record numbers of visitors. The incredible, success of our postcard exhibition in 2013 ‘Post Nude 2’ saw almost 1000 perfect naked postcards sent to us, so be a part of this very popular and beautifully simple show.

Guidelines available from the Horsebridge centre and website.

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Kids Holiday Workshops Seaside Easter Tree Workshop Thursday 10 and Saturday 12 April 9.30-10.30am | 11am-12midday Ages 5-15 years, ÂŁ5 per class Decorate your Easter tree with flotsam and jetsam planted in a sand filled covered pot.

You can bring beach finds and favourite branches.

Pebble Painting Workshops Wednesday 9 and Friday 11 April 9.30-10.30am | 11am-12midday Ages 5-15 years, ÂŁ5 per class Paint your favourite spring-time animal or insect on giant pebbles for your garden or home making an ideal present.

Bring along 2 large flat pebbles.

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Horsebridge Comedy Club

Jo Caulfield Saturday 12 April 8pm (doors/bar 7pm) Tickets £10 in advance / £12 on the door / £8 concessions Award-winning comedian Jo Caulfield and star of Radio 4’s hugely popular ‘Jo Caulfield’s Speakeasy’, Jo is also a regular on, Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You, Never Mind The Buzzcocks and more. Nominated as Funniest Woman (LAFTA Awards) and Best Female Stand-Up (Chortle Awards). “Cutthroat wit and a razor-sharp tongue” The Times Over 18s only www.jocaulfield.com

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Film @ The Horsebridge Presents Brit Flick April Celebrating a year in classic British filmmaking with two of the most popular British films of the past 12 months.

Pre-booked door to door airport transfer service at a time to suit you, with a unique welcome home grocery service

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EXTENSIONS | ALTERATIONS | LOFT CONVERSIONS For a professional, high quality and customer focused service on a wide range of building projects.

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Film @ The Horsebridge Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa Friday 11 April 7.30pm Doors/bar 6.30pm Tickets ÂŁ5 | 2013 | Cert 15 Running Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes Director: Declan Lowney Alan Partridge has had many ups and downs in his life and the movie portrays the events of his greatest low-to-high-ebb spectrum to date: specifically how he tries to salvage his public career while negotiating a potentially violent turn of events at North Norfolk Digital Radio.

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PRICE L£SS FURNITURE 5 East Street, Faversham, Kent ME13 8AD

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Under the personal direction of TIM WELCH MBIE LMBIFD DipFD ALAN PHILPOTT LMBIFD DipFD and MARTIN NICHOLLS LMBIFD DipFD • Home visits at no extra charge • Private, individual Chapels of Rest • Available by telephone 24 hours a day • Horse-drawn Hearses & Carriages available • Green and Eco-friendly Funerals available • Written no-obligation costing on request 94 StationRoad Herne Bay, Kent CT6 5QB (01227) 374995

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We recommend FPS and PERFECT CHOICE prepaid funeral plans.

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Film @ The Horsebridge Sunshine on Leith Saturday 26 April 7.30pm Doors/bar 6.30pm Tickets £5 | 2013 | Cert PG Running Time: 1 hours and 40 minutes Director: Dexter Fletcher A jubilant, heartfelt musical about the power of home, the hearth, family and love.

A tight-knit family and the three couples bound to it experience the joys and heartache that punctuate all relationships whilst singing to the euphoric music of The Proclaimers.

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Beautiful Kitchens...

Greek Night Pop-up Restaurant at the Horsebridge Café Tuesday 13 May 7.30pm for 8pm 3-course menu for £18 per head For one night only the Horsebridge is taken over by Temple Foods Greek Night.

For starters there’s spanakopitta (spinach & feta pie), a main course of Moussaka (lamb with aubergines, vegetarian option available) served with lemon potatoes, stuffed tomatoes and Greek beans.

Dessert is a platter of fresh fruit & homemade pastries. The bar will be serving wines, beers, soft drinks and coffee. www.templefoods.co.uk

...& Quartz Worktops Complete Design and Installation service.

Supply only and Refurbishments.

Quartz tops that fit on top of existing Worktops.

New installations and Bathrooms. www.aba-kitchens.co.uk

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Virginia Ironside Growing Old Disgracefully Saturday 17 May 8pm Doors/bar 7pm Tickets £10 in advance; £12 on the door; £8 concessions When an agony aunt reaches sixty, she can lie like a trooper, jump off a bridge or take to the stage. In Virginia Ironside’s case, she’s still an agony columnist, for the Independent.

She also performs her own one-woman show. Over 18s only. www.virginiaironside.org “Funny, sensible and smart… an absolute delight” The Scotsman

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Horsebridge Clothes Swap

Friday 23 May 7pm £4 per person on the door Swapping, recycling, being thrifty, call it what you will clothes swapping is a brilliant way to update your wardrobe and meet new friends.

Bring along any clothes or accessories that you would be proud to pass on to a fellow swapper and take home as many items as you bring. With drinks and cake at our bar.

01227 367759 | 07831 823522 183 High Street, Herne Bay, Kent CT6 5AF

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All Breed Dog Grooming We will wash and bathe your dog, Grooming clip and trim them arts from st to the style you require and brush their coats until they shine!

£25

We can clip their nails, clean their ears, eyes and teeth and do the “necessary” to their glands.

Special offers on microchipping

All breeds catered for, big or small

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2014 Tuesday 25 March n gs United 7.45pm v Hastin 2014 Saturday 29 March n Town ll Hi s es 3pm v Burg 14 Tuesday 1 April 20 n urne Town 7.45pm v Eastbo 2014 Thursday 3 April n rhead he at Le v 7.45pm 2014 Saturday 12 April n Mitcham United & g 3pm v Tootin 2014 Monday 21 April n ges id Br e re Th v 3pm ball tstable Town Foot You can find Whi ound Gr et ick nd the Cr Club ground behi in Belmont Road Grimshill Road Car Parking is off

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Whitstable Town Football Club was founded in 1886 and plays at The Belmont ground.

A semi-professional club, our First Team plays within The Isthmian Football League Ltd, commonly known as the Ryman League, after its title sponsors Ryman Stationers.

The Club has two additional teams.

Firstly, the U21 Development Side aims to yield and nurture talent as well as providing a platform for returning injured players (three overage players are allowed!)

Secondly, the Kent Youth League U18s is the only youth

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History has been made this season, as the club progressed to the last 32 of the FA Trophy, under the Management of Nicky Southall.

Nicky was a Premiership player with Bolton Wanderers but his fame in Kent really lies with Football League Gillingham FC. The club’s current shirt sponsors are Budgens of Whitstable, to whom we are grateful. Our income streams otherwise rely on gate revenue, sponsorship and commercial opportunities and the generosity of the few.

It’s a massive task to run such a club for the benefit of the town, so why not come along and show your support for the remaining few games and into next season?

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