Hythe Handbook Edition 5 2014

Edition 5 of 6, 2014 Delivered FREE to: all homes and businesses in CT21.

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Editors Letter Hello Readers, Welcome to the latest edition of The Hythe Handbook.

With 2014 marking the 100 year anniversary of the outbreak of World War I, we would like to thank Easthope Stained Glass Studios for allowing us to use their beautiful commemorative poppy light catchers for our front cover image.

We include an editorial on the work of Nick and Edward Easthope on page 24 and if you’re passing, do pop in and see them at work in the Studio, at the top of the Old High Street in Folkestone.

As we approach the 10th anniversary of the first edition of the handbook, we’d

like to thank you all so much for your support, comments and feedback for your local community magazine.

As a family run, local business, this means so much to us, and we couldn’t have got to this stage without you.

We hope you continue to enjoy the handbook. As ever, as our local community magazine, we’re always delighted to hear of local positive news and events that we can help to spread the word about.

With kindest regards,

Tuija

Tuija Foster, Editor

Publishing The Folkestone Handbook, The Hythe Handbook and The Hawkinge & Elham Valley Handbook;

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we make your business everyone’s business!

Seasonal Recipe

by Hythe Brasserie

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Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that data in this publication is accurate, the publishers cannot accept responsibility for loss, damage or omission caused by error in the printing (or not) of an advert or other information. It is the advertiser’s responsibility to ensure artwork is kept up to date and accurate. The publishers cannot accept responsibility for views expressed by contributors, or for the accuracy of claims made by advertisers. The Handbook cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services appearing in this magazine. All rights reserved. No part of this publication, including advert artwork, may be reproduced without the prior written permission of the editor. The use of this magazine for canvassing or direct marketing is strictly prohibited.

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Saltwood on the Green is already attracting great reviews and a discerning clientele.

Jeff Kipp, chef and owner and his team are passionate about bringing inspired food, exciting drinks and a relaxed setting.

Offering brunch, lunch and dinner, with wellchosen wines & beers as well as an alluring cocktail menu, there is something for all to enjoy.

“If this place was in London they would be standing outside for hours to get in.”

“A gem of a restaurant” “Highly recommend this place to all, especially foodies!” *Reviews from TripAdvisor and SOTG FB page

Open from Tuesday to Saturday, 9am-3pm and 6pm-11pm; Sunday 11.30am-5pm Book online at saltwoodrestaurant.co.uk or call 01303 237 800

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Live at Home was established in 1989 by MHA, a charity providing care homes, housing and support services for older people throughout Britain.

Over 50 Live at Home schemes operate across the UK, enabling older people to maintain their independence and live more fulfilled lives.

These services aim to relieve social isolation and encourage older people to take an active part in the communities in which they live.

Established nearly 70 years ago, MHA now delivers a range of services to over 16,000 individuals.

Folkestone Live At Home scheme

Wants to welcome you

Friendship

Feel free to an event, attend you are intethen if you can jo rested in for one mo free nth

For just £1 a week, less than the price of a loaf of bread, you will receive: • A weekly telephone call for general support • Advice and information on local services and benefits • Quarterly newsletters • Regular visits from a befriender • Access to a range of support services You can choose the services which best suit you. Staff and volunteers will be there to help you with questions and concerns.

We also offer: • Men's club • Fish and chip lunches, and film afternoons • Many more activities and events

To find out more about MHA's Live At Home scheme in Folkestone or to become a volunteer please call us on:

01303 241551

If you are met with an answer machine please do not be put off, just leave a message and we will call you back.

Our office address is:

Grace Court, Grace Hill, Folkestone, Kent CT20 IHG or email us at:

scheme.folkestone@mha.org.uk

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Folkestone Live at Home scheme is run by a Community Services Manager and a Co-Ordinator. Our services are provided by our dedicated team of volunteers.

New volunteers are always needed to join our team and help with these activities. Support and training provided and expenses paid.

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Seasonal Recipe by Hythe Brasserie

Smoked Salmon and Goat’s Cheese spaghetti This one is easy to prepare for a quick supper. The blend of textures works well and the goat’s cheese and smoked salmon are a great flavour combination.

The sauce is fairly rich so a simple rocket salad is a good accompaniment.

Serves 4

Method: Heat the oven to 180 c

Ingredients: 1 standard packet dried spaghetti 250 g smoked salmon, roughly chopped, not too fine 320 g firm goat’s cheese log, sliced into 4 250 ml crème fraiche

Place sliced goat’s cheese onto a baking tray Cook the spaghetti as per instructions, al dente or soft, as you prefer Drain and set aside Place the goat’s cheese in the oven to warm

salt and pepper

In a large pan or wok, heat the lemon juice, white wine and smoked salmon pieces until the salmon is just changing colour from orange to pink

handful of freshly chopped chives

Add in the crème fraiche, salt and pepper to taste

Juice of ½ a lemon 1 tbsp white wine

Bring the the boil then toss in the cooked spaghetti and combine well Place the spaghetti mix into warm serving bowls Remove the goat’s cheese from the oven and place on top of the spaghetti to serve Finally sprinkle with the chopped chives Tips: Half fat crème fraiche works just as well as full for a healthy option and for a vegetarian version, use sun dried tomatoes instead of smoked salmon.

Fresh, Fun, a little Different www.hythebrasserie.com Personally managed by husband and wife team Nicki and Darragh Cartmill, Hythe Brasserie offers classical cuisine with a contemporary twist.

Simple, warm decor creates an intimate ambiance and is complemented by first class service without fuss to create a great dining experience.

Welcome to Hythe Brasserie…

Autumn and Winter Opening: Lunch: Tues-Sat 12-2pm. Dinner: Tues-Sat 6.30-9pm.

The Hythe Brasserie, Douglas Avenue, Hythe, Kent CT21 5JT Tel: 01303 267912 Email: info@hythebrasserie.com P8

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Wards Hotel & Restaurant

Experience the difference RefuRBisHed BaR and RestauRant Get the family together with our Traditional Sunday Roasts £8.95 (Children 4-10 yrs £4.95) function Rooms Available for Weddings, Anniversaries and Parties etc Relax in ouR BeeR gaRden and pets are welcome fRiends and family visiting?

Spacious, comfortable rooms available, with full english breakfast

Book your table at Wards Hotel

Ring us on 01303 245166 www.wardshotel.net

39 Earls Avenue, Folkestone CT20 2HB

Fed up with being in pain?

Bad back? Bad knees? Headaches? Asthma?

The Bowen Technique Lynne Rodgers qualified through the European College of Bowen Studies Also available: Spray Tanning £20 and Collagen Face Masks £30 Tel: 01303 268910 or 07876 312136 Email: lynnealexrodgers@gmail.com 35 The Ridgeway, Lympne, Hythe, Kent CT21 4PW

www.lynnerodgersbowentechnique.co.uk During our summer period (2nd April to 31st October) our shop opening hours are: Tuesday - Friday 7am until 3pm and Saturday 7am until 12pm For those darker nights and yet more snow! please note that during the winter months the shop will close at 1pm Tuesday – Friday GRIGGS OF HYTHE LTD The Old Life Boat Station Buildings, The Fishermans Landing Beach, Range Road, Hythe, Kent CT21 6HG

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!Hestia Property Services is a local family-run letting agency which was set up back in 2007 by director Coucha to landlord? specifically serve landlords in Folkestone, Hythe the surrounding AreJulie you Or looking toand invest? areas. Since then, the number of properties managed has grown and now covers most of East Kent and all the way round the coast to Canterbury. !JulieHestia Property - Residential Agent and her husband Services were landlords in the area Letting themselves and set up the home based agency Hestia Property Services - Residential Letting Agent

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to create a high quality, low cost service for their landlords. Julie says “As modern property Hestia Property Services is awith local family-run which was the set up back by marketing has moved online sites such asletting Zooplaagency and Rightmove, need forina 2007 high street director Julie Couch to specifically serve landlords in Folkestone, Hythe and the surrounding presence has significantly reduced and being home based ensures that costs can be kept low and areas. Since then, the number of properties managed has grown and now covers most of East passed lower fees.”

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Quality, Flexibility and Availability !Hestia offers a friendly, personal service with flexible hours and availability to fit in with the Julie and her husband were landlords in the area themselves and set up the home based agency to create a high quality, low cost service for their landlords. Julie says “As modern property marketing has moved online with sites such as Zoopla and Rightmove, the need for a high street presence has significantly reduced and being home based ensures that costs can be kept low and busy livesonoftoour andtenants we pride ourselves passed ourcustomers landlords and in lower fees.”on the ability to adapt to the needs of our

!Our!Quality, Flexibility and Availability ! standard landlord packages cover full management of a property, a tenant find service or a landlords and tenants whilst offering a professional and competitively priced service.

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landlords and tenants whilst offering a professional and competitively priced service.

The majority oflandlord the rental properties we take on now Our standard packages cover that full management of a property, a tenant find service or a come from by our existing landlords tenant findreferrals and rent made collection service and our fees are who transparent so there are no hidden costs really like the fact that we are so responsive and flexible to the tenant or the landlord. in the way that we operate. In addition to property The majority the asked rental to properties we take on now rentals, we areofalso project that manage renovations from for referrals made by live our outside existing the landlords of come properties landlords that area. who

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Local Business, Local Interest !As !a local business ourselves, we always look to use local really like the fact that we are so responsive and flexible in the way that we operate. In addition to property rentals, we are also asked to project manage renovations of properties for landlords that live outside the area.

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Local Business, Interest tradespeople for anyLocal property management and for renovations that we undertake on behalf of clients. We As a local business ourselves, we always look to use local also like to promote local businesses and someandof for the tradespeople for any property management great things that are undertake going on onin behalf Folkestone and We the renovations that we of clients. surrounding areas alongside own promotions on the our also like to promote local our businesses and some of great things that are agoing on our in page Folkestone and theor social media sites - take look at on Facebook alongside our own promotions on our thesurrounding blog on ourareas website.

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Property Services andin the services we about provide for If you are interested finding out more Hestia Property please Services and us theonservices we5986 provide for a landlords, contact 0845 602 or take landlords, please contact us on 0845 602 5986 or take a look at our website at www.hestiapropertyservices.com look at our website at www.hestiapropertyservices.com

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Breaking Waves 5 Rhythm Dance Workshop 8th & 9th November 2014 Tel: 07984 593276

Godmersham Village Hall, Kent CT4 7DR

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The Tailor of Hythe

Repairs and alterations to your garments along with tailoring are professionally done on the premises with care by a master tailor with over 35 years experience.

Curtains Made to Measure or Altered, Alterations & Repairs to Leather Jackets, Cushion Covers, Zips, Handbags, All Zips & Trimmings Supplied & Fitted.

Opening Hours Mon-Sat: 8.30am-5.30pm Sunday: Closed

44 High Street, Hythe, Kent, CT21 5AT Tel: 01303 488308

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Is your child starting school

In September 2015? (birth dates between 1st September 2010 & 31st August 2011) The local schools in Hythe, Saltwood, Palmarsh, Seabrook, Lympne, Dymchurch, Sellinge and Sandgate are a holding an information event on

thursday 13th november 2014 at Hythe Sports Pavilion South Road, Hythe CT21 6AS

From 9.30am to 12 noon Drop in and find out your options about choosing a school for your child For more details please contact Shirley Johnson Hythe bay Children’s Centre

01303 267802

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Montgomery Vet Clinic Q & A Q: Is there any particular breed

These bacteria and viruses can be caught

of dog which is healthiest?

What can you recommend as a sturdy dog for a family house?

Is it best to get a crossbreed?

anywhere that dogs have close contact- not

A lot of the pure breed dogs tend to have breed specific associated health problems. Some breeds have more problems than others, and it is true that statistically the expected lifespan of the giant breeds of dog is much shorter than that for the small breeds of dog. Crossbreed dogs do tend to be the healthiest although any individual could have a number of problems.

All dogs should be assessed individually regarding their temperament, health issues and their suitability for a family home. Good luck choosing a pet- we hope you enjoy it!

will need to be squirted up your dog’s nose

Q: We have a new kitten and

just kennels- so popular areas for walks/ grooming parlours/ dog shows/ etc. can all be risk areas. Fortunately there is a good vaccine for kennel cough. Part of the vaccine (the vet has usually done this before the dog has noticed so it is nothing to worry about!).

The vaccine lasts a year and although it does not prevent every possible case of Kennel Cough the vaccine together with your dog’s annual booster will prevent 99% of cases.

Clive Munns, Montgomery Vet Clinic, Smeeth

Please email your questions to Jane at Montgomery Vets: jane@montgomeryvets.co.uk

would like to cut her claws at home. How can we do this?

This is an excellent idea, and it is good to get your new kitten used to having her claws cut as early as possible. We recommend that it is a two person job- one for holding and one for cutting. You can buy all sorts of pet nail clippers but we just use human nail clippers on our own cats! When you look at your kitten’s claws the tip will be clear and the part nearer the toe will be pink. You should only cut the very clear tip and avoid the pink area which may bleed if cut. If you are worried you should take your kitten to your vet so they can show you.

Q: I have heard of several dogs with ‘Kennel Cough’ recently. What is it? Is it only caught in kennels?

Kennel Cough is the name given to a group of bacteria and viruses that cause a respiratory infection in dogs, and hence coughing!

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An old fashioned pilgrimage for Pilgrims Hospices The Mayflower 3, Linda Baker (Folkestone), Mo Foreman (Hythe) and Maria White (Hythe) successfully completed their 100 mile pilgrimage from Southwark Cathedral to Canterbury Cathedral in aid of Pilgrims Hospice having raised £1000.

They were greeted by families, friends and Sharon Burberry, Pilgrims Hospice fundraising assistant at the gateway to Canterbury Cathedral.

Their 6 day journey took in Charlton, Dartford Gillingham, Maidstone, Lenham and finally Canterbury itself. During that time the three achieved their objective of walking over 100 miles, visiting 100 churches, 100 taverns and meeting 100 men named John. With 235,290 steps along the journey they arrived tired but elated, to be greeted at the gateway

to Canterbury Cathedral by families and friends.

Maria blogged during the walk and described some of their experiences: “After a tiring first day, we were delighted to start the day well on Tuesday with a complimentary breakfast from a building company.”

Linda added: “The comments we got along the way were many and varied, with numerous people expressing surprise at our costumes.

For many it was the first time they had ever seen such an old fashioned costume.“ Mo talked of the visits to taverns: “We met some very friendly people and had a few merry evenings as we talked of our escapades.”

Sharon Burberry said “It was a great sight to see them finish their journey. The blogs they sent showed it was a wonderful experience. It is great that

people take up such varied challenges in aid of Pilgrims and the support shown by the community is so essential to the work of the hospice.”

To culminate their pilgrimage evening of entertainment was held the following weekend at the Hope Inn, Hythe with entertainment provided by Jamie from The Treblemakers.

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Buying prints is a great way for art enthusiasts to become art collectors. Prints come in a variety of types, and are most commonly produced in editions, also known as limited editions. Limited editions can be of any number. All limited editioned prints should have the number written on them on the front or the back as well as the artist’s signature.

It is worth knowing that the price of editioned prints is likely to rise as fewer works remain available. So if you have your eye on a print, it’s worth getting in there early!

Some galleries specialize in prints but I prefer to show both original art and prints by the artists that I work with as I find this gives the buyer a fuller understanding of the artist’s work.

Prints offer an affordable way of starting an art collection.

If an edition is small, say 6, it is quite likely the starting price will be higher than something that has an edition size of say, 100.

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Poppy Stained Glass Lights Catchers “When you go home, tell them of us and say for their tomorrow we gave our today” - John Maxwell Edmonds

2014 marked the 100th anniversary of the start of World War I, which many of us hold dear to our hearts.

Many tributes have been paid towards those whom had fallen in the ‘great war’ and stained glass is no exception. Stained glass saw a resurgence in commemorative panels being designed and made, which marked its own special tributes in remembrance.

The poppy light catchers are a miniature of that exact sentiment. Each one has been personalized with a centenary date, fallen family member or regimental cap badge.

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Working with stained glass is much more than a job to me, it’s an ancient craft.”

Nick Easthope has lectured on the topic of stained glass, and regularly runs practical workshops and day courses at Easthope Stained Glass Studios.

“My work is about more than running a business; it’s about giving something back” As one of very few stained glass craftspeople in the country, Nick has the pleasure of working on a range of restoration, conservation and private commissions.

“To me, working on stained glass is about inheritance and legacy, preserving something precious for the future. I firmly believe that stained glass needs to be preserved, conserved and restored properly.”

Nick’s favourite job is always the one he’s currently working on. His portfolio includes churches, abbey, cathedrals, local schools, stately homes and private houses.

“I love passing a building and knowing that I worked on it, helping make it more beautiful for future generations of visitors.”

To chat with Nick about his work, please do get in touch: Easthope Stained Glass Studio. The Bayle Folkestone Kent CT20 1SJ Telephone: 01303 850502 Mobile: 0781 458 0753 Email: nick@easthopestudios.co.uk Website: www.easthopestudios.co.uk Please mention “The Handbook” when responding to adverts

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Local Clubs & Societies Please note that due to the popularity of this page, we are asking you to renew your details, to ensure that all of the information we include within the handbook is correct for our readers, and that all clubs and societies listed continue to operate. If your local club or society is not listed below, and you would like it to be, please email details (a maximum of 50 words per club/ society please) to: content@ eastkenthandbooks.com. In order to make sure your entry is accurate, we are not accepting details by phone for the local clubs and societies section.

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Arthritis Aware A friendly support and social group for people with arthritis which meets on 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month from 10am to 12pm in the United Reformed Church, Hythe.

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Full details of opening times can be found on our website or at the drop-in centre at Hythe Bay Children’s Centre.

Shepway CAB is a charity. www.shepwaycab.co.uk Adviceline: 0844 499 4118 Exercise through Movement and Dance Classes Monday evenings, 7.15pm – 8.15pm, at Salvation Army Hall, Hythe. £3 per night.

01303 892946 Folkestone and District Family History Society Meets on the first Thursday of the month in the United Reform Church Hall. Doors open at 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start. Contact the secretary Mrs J Powell Tel: 01233 750321 or email: janpowell@btinternet.com Website: www.folkfhs.org.uk P30

As part of the 2014 Commemoration of the First World War, Folkestone and District Family History Society is compiling a record of all the Shepway Fallen who are remembered on the local War Memorials. It would be a great help to them if any of the handbook readers could let them know about any photographs or other memorabilia they would be willing to show us, or have any family memories to share.

The completed records will be on display in Folkestone during the time of the 2014 Commemoration.

If you are able to help, please contact: secretary@folkfhs.org.uk (Mrs J Powell) Tel: 01233 750321 or publications@folkfhs.org.uk (Mrs P Fincham) Tel: 01303 891122 Folkestone and District Local History Society Meets on the first Wednesday of the month in Holy Trinity Church Hall at 7.30pm for 8pm start.

Contact the chairman Alan Taylor for details: 01303 252567 Folkestone Flower Arranging Club Meet every 3rd Monday of month at Holy Trinity Church, Sandgate Road 7.15pm - 7.30pm. £4.50 per meeting for visitors - £22 annual subscription.

Demonstrations, workshops and teaching workshops.

Please telephone 01303 210893 for further information.

Folkestone Big Band Appreciation Society Meet every 3rd Wednesday of the Month from 2 to 4 pm. A warm welcome awaits like-minded enthusiasts.

Contact Tony Pettitt (Sec.) on 07798 773590 for further information.

Folkestone Decorative and Fine Arts Society (FDFAS) Third Thursday of the month, 2pm for 2.15pm, at The Tower Theatre (home of FHODS), Shorncliffe. Guests/prospective members welcome, £5. www.nadfaskentarea.org.uk folkestone@nadfaskentarea.org.uk Folkestone, Hythe and Dover Wildlife Group www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk 01304 853503 (Pauline Bateson) Folkestone & Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society (FHODS) The Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone. For show information, please visit the website or call the box office. www.towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk 01303 223925 (Box Office) To hire theatre and function area for parties etc: 07711 710952 (Peter) Friends of Oaklands Health Centre Coffee Morning First Monday of the month, 10am – 11.30am, in the Randall Davis Room (1st Floor), Oaklands Health Centre. Come and join us for a friendly chat.

Hythe and District Gardeners Association First Tuesday of each month, 7.30pm, at St Johns Ambulance Hall, Albert Lane, which runs at the side of The Hope Inn off Stade Street. £5 subscription per year.

01303 262171 / 01303 260827 / 01303 265927 Hythe and Romney Marsh Lions Club Second Monday of the month at Red Lion Pub, Hythe.

Fundraising for local charities.

01303 267392 (Margaret) Hythe and Saltwood Sailing Club Marine Parade, Hythe. www.hssc.net 01303 265178 Hythe Bay Children’s Centre (within the grounds of Hythe Bay School but open to all) Cinque Ports Avenue, Hythe CT21 6HS 01303 267802

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We run a wide range of groups, courses and other services within the centre; including Adult Education, Groups for Parents and Children, Midwife & Health Visitor Surgery and Citizen’s Advice Bureau, as well as a Community Cafe on a Friday afternoon.

Everyone is made welcome.

For full details, visit www.eastkenthandbooks.com or call The Children’s Centre on 01303 267802 Hythe Bowling Club Ladies Walk, Hythe.

New members always welcome.

Coaching available.

Please contact the Membership Secretary. Tel.01303 269821 Hythe Book Club Third Thursday of every month, 7.30pm, at The Red Lion, Hythe.

Hythe Farmers Market Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, 10am – 12pm, in the Methodist Chuch Hall, Church Street, Hythe.

01303 266118 / 01303 268715 Hythe Flower Club Interested in Flowers?

Demonstrations, Workshops, Social Events, Friendship and Fun. Hythe Flower Club meets on the first Monday of the month at 7 for 7.30pm at the United Reformed Church, East Street, Hythe (except Jan when there’s no meeting).

Interested? Come along to a meeting or e-mail thekats49@ gmail.com for details.

New members are very welcome. Yearly subs are £22 or £5 for visitors.

Hythe Green Preservation Society For further information please Contact Secretary Tony Clarke 01303 261693

Grand Auctions – Fine Art Auctioneers Saturday 7th June – Wednesday 11th June 2014 Viewing for our 11th June auction See website for more details (closed Sunday) Further auctions in September and December. Contact us to sell www.grandauctions.co.uk 01303 220440 Hythe St John Ambulance Cadets Wednesday evenings, 6.30pm – 8pm, at St John Hall, Albert Lane. For aged 10 – 16 years. All new and renewing members welcome.

07813 606157 (Grahame Bredbere) 01303 69689 (St John Hall, on Wednesday evenings) Jive/Swing Dance Classes Every Monday Southcliff Hotel, 22-26 The Leas, Folkestone 7.30-8.30pm class, 8.309.30 music, £5 inclusive Friendly dance class, large dance floor & great vintage music.

Established in Folkestone since 2008, jive/swing dance teacher with 15 years experience teaching.

Contact: 07540 080 224 revboogie@hotmail.co.uk Lympne WI Second Thursday in the month, 2pm, at Lympne Village Hall. Everyone welcome.

01303 230855 (Julie) Mature Movers – Fitness for the 50 Plus Get fit with choreographed movement to music. A well balanced programme of low impact exercises (no floor work involved). Come and have fun while improving and maintaining your mobility.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10.30am – 11.30am, at The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone. £4 01303 261876 (Vera Neaves) Redoubt Sailing Club At Nickolls Lake, West Hythe.

Racing and free sailing (non

racing) all year round. Adult and Children’s training.

01303 260512 (Rob Purvis, Membership Secretary) Saltwood Choral Society Wednesday evenings, 7.15pm – 9pm, at Saltwood Primary School, Grange Road, Saltwood.

We have a wide and varied repertoire: oratorio, anthems, the Mass, folk songs, Gilbert and Sullivan and works from modern composers. We welcome new members in all sections, and particularly tenors and basses.

01303 237992 Shepway Open Forum for Mental Health (SWOF) Gives the opportunity for people who have, or have had, mental health needs a chance to meet others, make friends and have a say in the way Mental Health Services are delivered.

To find out more contact: Telephone: 01303 850856 or 07902 804733 Email: shepwayopenforum@gmail.com Society of Retired Engineers in Kent (SREK) Meetings at The Burlington Hotel, Folkestone on second Tuesday of the month (except July and August) at 10am for coffee and talk on engineering-related topic.

Guests and prospective members welcome, entrance fee £2 for first two meetings.

Annual membership £25 for those eligible to join SREK. Contact 01303 260415 for further information.

South Kent Multiple Sclerosis Society Local support for all those whose lives are affected by MS. www.mssociety.org.uk/ branches/kent/south_east_kent sekentmssociety@hotmail.co.uk 08453 970543 Umbrella Club of Hythe Are you feeling lonely or just need a chat? Then why not visit the Hythe Methodist Church Hall on Mondays from 2pm – 4pm and Thursdays from 12.20pm – 4pm. Everyone welcome.

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Useful Numbers Chemists Hythe Area:

High Street

01303 266308

Martello Drive

01303 262683

Emergency Numbers

Eakins

267876

Boots

267220

Gas Emergency

Paydens, 31-33 High St, Hythe

266141

Paydens, Stade St, Hythe

261647

Kent County Council

Folkestone Area: The Central Pharmacy 104 Cheriton Road

01303 254427

Guildhall Pharmacy 110 Guidhall Street

01303 259414

McCardle Pharmacy 41 Canterbury Road

01303 251511

Lloyds Pharmacy 114 Sandgate Road

01303 254383

Paydens 38 Cheriton High Street

01303 275625

Police Station

Hawkinge Pharmacy 97 Canterbury Road Hawkinge

01303 892283

Lyminge Pharmacy 21 Station Road Lyminge

01303 862425

Alcoholics Anonymous

08457 697555

Al-Anon (for families of alcoholics)

0207 4030888

Anti-Social Behaviour Reporting

01303 660747

Childline

0800 1111

Crime Prevention Advice

01303 896336

Dentaline

01634 890300

Electricity Power Loss Health Promotion Kent Crimestoppers

0800 783 88 66 0800 776600 01304 828700 0800 555111

Mental Health Helpline

0800 1070160

National Domestic Violence

0808 2000 247

Stop Smoking Service

0800 849 4444

Chemist Late Night Opening (Hythe)

Swan, Wild Bird & Seagull Rescue

01303 242956

The chemists don’t run a rota now, they are open as follows:

The Samaritans

01303 255000

Paydens (Stade St) until 6pm

Water Leakline

0800 7311 933

Boots until 6.30pm

Hospitals

Eakins until 6.30pm Doctors Surgeries Hythe Area: Oaklands

01303 235300

Sun Lane

01303 267102

Folkestone Area: Park Farm Surgery, 1 Alder Road The New Surgery 128 Canterbury Road NHS Direct

01303 851021 01303 243516

Kent & Canterbury

01227 766877

Maidstone Hospital

0845 155 1000

William Harvey Hospital

01233 633331

NHS Direct Royal Victoria

Hythe Area: Dymchurch Road

01303 267513

East Street

01303 265566

08 45 46 47 01303 850202 (minor injury A&E)

Taxis JJ Taxis

08 45 46 47

Dentists

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Helplines

Frank (Drugs Helpline)

Hawkinge & Elham Valley Area:

0800 111999 08458 247247

01303 244442

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Alfa Romeo MiTo 875cc TwinAir By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Writer 105hp – which translates in a 0-62mph time that’s 1.1 seconds quicker than the previous 85hp version. Despite the additional performance, the Alfa Romeo MiTo TwinAir remains impressively efficient, with a combined fuel economy figure of 67.3 mpg and CO2 emissions of just 99g/km.

Someone once said, “What good is an eye-catching new suit if the person inside of it is rotten?”

Now that’s a pretty brave statement — but an assertion, nevertheless, that speaks to the question of style versus substance.

The style over substance debate has been around for a long time, and today the harsh reality is that we, the mainstream, are far more influenced by the “image” - style or outer shell of things rather than what’s on the inside.

So when it comes to cars, what about the 2014 Alfa Romeo MiTO? Where does that fit in the style-versus-substance topic? Well, in my opinion, the arch-rival to the MINI and Audi A1 is a gorgeous little motor, and it lives up to its revised looks.

Externally the latest incarnation of the MiTo benefits from a fresh, chromed front grille; titanium grey headlamp and tail lamp

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surrounds; tinted rear windows and a sports rear bumper, as well as an altered colour palette that now includes a laid-back “Matte Magnesio Grey” finish.

The interior is thoroughly different to the initial MiTo, first launched in mid 2008.

The car now has a changed dashboard, upgraded plastics and an up-to-the-minute fiveinch, touch-screen infotainment system with voice recognition, Bluetooth, steering wheel remote controls, USB/Aux ports and optional satellite navigation.

With just 875cc under the bonnet of the Alfa I tested, you’d think you’d have all the power of an average domestic vacuum cleaner on tap. You’d be wrong. Yes, there’s no denying the TwinAir Sprint model sounds like an industrial sewing machine on tick over, but the little Italian car draws deep from its well of two-cylinder potency when it needs to.

The tiny petrol-powered turbo engine benefits from a 20hp boost in performance – now

FAST FACTS

PROS ‘N’ CONS

Max speed: 114mph 0-62 mph: 11.4 secs Combined mpg: 67.3 Engine: 875cc 2 cylinder 8 valve petrol Max. power (bhp): 105 at 5500 rpm Max. torque (Ib/ft): 107 at 2000 rpm CO2: 99 g/km Price: £14,350 on the road

Stylish 

A wide-ranging array of traction, braking and stability control systems is standard on the mini MiTo too. All this can be adjusted via Alfa Romeo’s trademark Alfa D.N.A. selectable driving mode system. It allows you to choose between three different driving settings: Dynamic, Normal, and All-Weather.

The clever gadgetry controls the character of the car, from the behaviour of the engine, brakes and steering, to the suspension and gearbox. And it works – to an extent. Dynamic is sporty, making the steering weightier and the throttle more responsive, but that in reality makes the MiTo more of a struggle to drive.

If you stay with the Normal setting, the steering is gentle and the car is effortless to weave in and out of city traffic.

The super-mini is also now equipped with fuel-saving Start& Stop; air conditioning; a leather-trimmed steering wheel and gear knob; electric windows and mirrors; seven airbags; front fog lamps; a rear spoiler and alloy wheels.

So, even though prices for the MiTo aren’t going for a song, the miniature motor is well equipped and offers fistfuls of charm. And, no, in my opinion, looks still aren’t more important than content – but they’ve certainly not done Alfa Romeo any harm.

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Reflexology Sleep is something we all need, although an incredible 50 per cent of us have trouble sleeping at some time or other.

There are a number of factors such as general busy lives, to life stresses, work patterns and of course having young children.

Reflexology can be beneficial to someone with sleeping issues. As each individual is different I can look at the all the factors of your lifestyle, and work out changes you can do that may help.

Melatonin is a hormone like substance secreted from the pineal gland that helps regulate the body’s internal body clock through lowering the heart rate and reducing alertness, along with the endocrine system. Balancing the brain area means that any over activity is calmed down and under activity is stimulated. Regular treatment can alleviate the stresses and strains of long term disturbances to the nervous system.

General self help to improve sleep pattern.

• Avoid consuming anything with caffeine after about 7pm and reduce your daily intake. Caffeine is a stimulant, but only for a short time and then you may feel a reverse reaction such as being tired or ratty.

Take a look at the diary section of our website where you will find details of the latest events and open days we have planned including Saturday 29th March focussing on Mum’s in time for Mothering Sunday; and Saturday 28th June & Saturday 5th July to coincide with the Hythe Festival Here at The Centre, we are proud to introduce you to our team of professional and fully qualified therapists who are committed and dedicated to ensuring you receive only the best in healthcare, by providing you with a fully integrated service. Our services include sports therapists, homeopaths, hot stones and reflexologists, beauticians, osteopaths, nutritionists, hypnotherapists and many more… Your local one-stop-shop.

• Ensure you have a balanced diet and regular meals, avoid a heavy meal in the evening and eat a few hours before going to bed so your stomach is able to digest.

• Ensure you have a dark room, as street lighting may lower your melatonin levels and discourage sleep. On the other hand, too much melatonin can make you feel depressed, otherwise known as SAD syndrome. Try to gain as much light as you can in the winter by taking regular strolls.

• Your bed should be comfortable but also firm to allow the spine to rest at its natural s-shape. The temperature should be right in the room and wear cotton nightclothes.

• A great way to relax is to make slow deep breathes from your stomach. The slower the better as this will reduce your heart rate in order for you to relax. Concentrate on an area that may be tight, for instance your neck. Slowly it may start to feel lighter indicating that you are in a relaxed way, helping you to drift off.

• If you would like to try Reflexology I usually recommend 6 treatments, however you may start to feel balanced after 2 -3 treatments but may vary per person.

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Making money from your unwanted clutter If you needed to leave your home quickly, most of us could grab a bag and fill it with the things we needed most.

So the reality is that we don’t actually need a great deal of what we surround ourselves with. In previous articles we’ve covered the issues of evaluating what you buy BEFORE you part with the cash, but what about all those goodies you’re sitting on that could raise you money by selling them?

There are lots of options to get rid of that clutter. EBay is an obvious one and depending on what you’re selling a small fee will apply.

It’s a good system if you’re happy to go online and upload photographs and a description of what you’re selling and you can choose whether to post goods or have them collected from you. This isn’t great if the item is bulky as you’re targeting potentially the whole of the UK. Gumtree is another option which has local sites so that you can push your items out to just your local area. It’s also a free service so you get to save a few pennies there too.

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If you’d rather avoid the whole ‘computer thing’ then of course the back of your car is a totally different option! Car boot sales are hugely popular and are available in lots of places and it gives you a chance to take lots of items in one go to sell, as well as enjoying some fresh air and a cup of tea at the same time. Plus, you get to see happy faces walking away with your unwanted items and you with an ice cream tub of cash!

Be a bit ruthless this spring and make some money with things you don’t need any more.

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(Birth dates between 1st September 2010 & 31st August 2011)

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Grass Roots

What to Pay for Garden Design This is a tricky one.

Especially as you can’t go onto the Internet and do a comparative search to find out.

Garden design is an unregulated industry so anyone can call themselves a designer at any time without the need to prove that they can do what they say they can and they can charge anything they can persuade you, the customer, to pay without regulation or constraint.

So what do you do? The answer lies in trust. Do you trust that person because they are giving you reassurances that you feel demonstrates trustworthiness? For example, if the person you are talking to about designing your garden is someone you’ve found on the internet without a personal recommendation, ask them about their back ground, how much horticultural training they’ve had and do they know their plants. Ask them to identify a couple of plants in your garden and just generally observe how much passion they display about the subject.

It would also be sensible to ask to talk to a previous client and the questions to ask them are ‘Would you recommend them to your best friend?’ or ‘Would you use them again?’

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Written by Sally Tierney MSGD BSc (Hons), award winning garden designer.

www.yorkshiregardendesigner.co.uk the most important decision about them there is to make.

At this point, that designer will give you their quote. Some designers will do it based on how many hours it will take to do the work and then times that figure by their hourly rate. Others, including me, will charge on a ‘value given’ basis and that means the price given will be higher than those pricing on a ‘time taken’ basis. This is not necessarily a bad thing and in fact there are many customers who regard this as the only acceptable approach to the product or service they are about to buy.

A business coach once told me that she only ever bought items or used services which were ‘reassuringly expensive’ and that she was suspicious of people offering to do something for very little money. To many customers, a low price indicates either a low quality service/product or that the person offering it has such

little faith in either themselves, the product or the service on offer, that they didn’t rate even themselves, so why should you?. To illustrate this point further, ask yourself if you are wearing the cheapest clothes you could find today or did you eat the least expensive food there was for lunch today? The answer to that is No, of course not. Most of us do not buy on price alone but what we DO buy on is trust.

So the answer to the question of what you should pay for garden design is entirely based on what that designer is going to deliver, the problems that they will be providing solutions to and whether you trust them. If they are going to do something for you that you cannot, you know there is good two-way communication between you and your gut instinct is to trust them, then they are worth every penny they ask for.

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