Rural Roundup
Pictured by Jean Winn
Issue Number 50
February, 2015
The Community Magazine for Kingsdown Ringwould-w-Oxney Ripple Sutton, Ashley, Studdal & Little Mongeham
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Hello all, I just can’t believe this is the 50th edition of Rural Roundup. The team were quite apprehensive at the beginning as to whether it would be a viable project. Now five years on, and thanks to everybody who kindly donates towards it (Parish Councils, villagers, various groups who fund-raise and the advertisers) we are still able to deliver a copy free to everyone and I think I am safe in saying it is well received. Just a little reminder that it is time to make your donations for 2015. Please give generously so that we can continue. Your contributions can be given to your village representative, sent to either the treasurer, myself, or delivered to the Rectory at Kingsdown. Just one plea, please use the Rural Roundup email address when sending in copy, NOT my personal address as it may get lost amongst all my other mail and I wouldn’t like to miss anything out. With my Parish Council hat on can I remind you that the Ringwould with Kingsdown Gardens in Bloom will definitely be taking place again this year so get planning. Details will be announced shortly. Also please note the new committee which is being set up to help in the community (see page 7) so if you would like to volunteer to help or if you need help please contact either Councillor Mark Thomas 07968 070 535, the Parish Clerk, Mrs Amouche, on 01304 792 081 or let me know through Rural Roundup. With my other hat, we are looking for a few more members to join the Kingsdown Village Hall committee. If you are interested in joining us please put your name forward and come to the AGM on Wednesday 25th March. All the best until next month, Doreen Clark Editor:- Doreen Clark, Popinjay Balmoral Road, Kingsdown. CT14 8DB Tel:- 01304 362 333 - Email:- ruralroundup@btinternet.com Treasurers:- Mr Martin & Mrs Helen Rodney-Smith 2 Ringwould Cottage, Back Street, Ringwould, Deal, Kent CT14 8HN Tel:- 01304 373 795 - Email:- helen.rodneysmith@googlemail.com. Rates for advertising - Copy to Editor. (accepted providing space is available) Whole-page single edition £35.25 - Whole-page Annual (10 issues) £325.00 Half-page single edition £19.00 - Half-page Annual (10 issues) £165.00 Third-page single edition £14.00 - Third-page Annual (10 issues) £115.00 Quarter-page single edition £11.00 - Quarter-Page Annual (10 issues) £ 85.00 Sixth-page single edition £ 8.00 - Sixth-page Annual (10 issues) £ 55.00 Colour 10% extra Payment :- All cheques to be made out to “Rural Roundup” and sent to the treasurer please The Editor reserves the right to edit or omit submissions without referral.
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Kingsdown News correspondent:- Barbara Brooker 51 Balmoral Road. Kingsdown CT14 8BY Tel:- 01304 369 537 or Email the editor direct to ruralroundup@btinternet.com Rural Roundup Distributor - Lesley Dobby Spring Cottage, The Avenue, Kingsdown, CT14 8DX Tel:- 01304 373 331 Sri Lanka Comes to St. John’s Kingsdown On 9th January, Sri Lanka came to St. John’s Kingsdown when the church was transformed so that 25 lucky guests sat down to a superb Sri Lankan curry evening, cooked with love by Masheeda Downing and her team of very willing helpers including Sue, Pru, Andy, Mary, Malcolm, Doreen, Michael, Jan and Jennifer. The tables were set and beautifully decorated and the guests chatted the evening away while enjoying Bollywood music. There was also a raffle which included many Sri Lankan prizes. Well before the evening ended, the guests were already asking when the next curry evening would be taking place so that they could reserve places! They knew that there had been a very long waiting list for the curry evening and that many had missed out – so look out for future dates if you want a real treat! The proceeds of £495 from the evening were very kindly donated to the St. John’s restoration fund. A fantastic evening was had by all – including “the staff” who feasted on a different Sri Lankan curry – again prepared by Masheeda - before the guests arrived. Thank you, Masheeda, for suggesting and organising the evening – it was a wonderful evening. Cathy Sigrist
Funday Sunday! What is it? An informal, relaxed service for children and adults. When is it? - Every third Sunday. The next one is on Sunday 15th February at 9.30am Where is it? - St John’s Church, Kingsdown What will happen? Fun songs, activities, games and refreshments on the theme of ‘Jesus asks for helpers.’
Who does Jesus get to help him? - Come and find out! For more details contact John Gray at jmgray2505@ gmail.com 5
Deal Physiotherapy Clinic Liane Roberts
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Ringwould-w-Kingsdown Parish Council
Clerk:- Katie Amaouche, Inglewood, Dover Road, Ringwould CT14 8BP Tel:- 01304 729 081 Email: parishclerkrwk@gmail.com
http://www.ringwouldwithkingsdownpc.kentparishes.gov.uk
Ringwould with Kingsdown Parish Council December and January Councillors decided to set up a new committee to look after local Environment and Amenities issues. The committee will provide a focus for the Council’s work on a wide collection of areas including public footpaths, village playgrounds, allotments, council land, and public toilets and so on. The PC is planning to set up a register of volunteers and people who might need assistance of some form in the village. Possible examples include snow clearance, help with shopping, nuisance telephone calls, computer assistance and so on. If you would like to volunteer or if you need help please contact either Councillor Mark Thomas 07968 070 535 or the Parish Clerk, Mrs Amouche, on 01304 792 081. The PC has approved a slightly increased budget for the next financial year which will ensure that all local services will be maintained. Councillor Anthony Shepherd asked that the council do everything it can to make villagers aware of the forthcoming elections to the Parish Council. The elections will be held in May and anyone interested in standing as a Parish Councillor should contact the clerk. Concern was expressed by councillors and members of the public over the misuse of the refuse collection point at the Kingsdown public toilets. The PC will contact Dover District Council who are responsible for the collection of this rubbish to ask for an urgent review of the provision of this service at this location. Details of the 2015 Gardens in Bloom competition will be announced shortly. The Annual Parish Meeting will be held on April 16 in the Kingsdown Village Hall. There will also be displays from village societies and organisations before the meeting. If you would like your organisation to take part please contact Councillor David Bucknell or the Parish Clerk. Councillors decided, following our success in the Kent Men of the Trees competition (we were Highly Commended), to enter the competition again this year. Councillor The Rev Cathy Sigrist announced that a new youth worker has been appointed and work will commence on setting up a youth club soon for the villages. Villagers may have noticed salt bags outside the rectory in Kingsdown and at the junction of Back Street and Queens Rise in Ringwould. These have been provided by Dover District Council for the use of residents should it snow or the paths become icy. There is a new bus stop on Cliffe Road in Kingsdown. All the PC allotments at Ringwould have now been allocated to local people. Katie Amaouche 7
Marlborough Road, Deal, CT14 9LE Tel:- (01304) 380 492 Fax:- (01304) 381 909
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Kingsdown and Ringwould Quilt and Craft Show.
Spring Bank Holiday - 23-25th May, 20 to be held at St John`s Church, Kingsdown. Quilters, crafters and knitters from Kingsdown and Ringwould are looking for any individuals or groups who would like to take part in this show by entering their exhibits. We would like as many of you as possible to be involved. There is plenty
of time to start creating your work of art. If you would like to find out more about this event or have ideas to share, please contact:Masheeda Downing 01304 360 850 Prue Bell 01304 367 701 or Pat Macfarlane 01304 373 997 The next meeting is 16th March at 2pm All interested very welcome.
Kingsdown and Ringwould Village Hall AGM Would you like a say in how your village hall is run?
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For all social occasions, parties, receptions & meetings.
Large Main Hall (for up to100) with well equipped kitchen Lower Hall (for up to 24) with tea-making facilities Booking Secretary: Jane Banks Tel:- 01304 373 774 kingsdownvillagehall.org.uk
Come and see the improvements that have been made to the Village Hall during the past year. All villagers are invited to the AGM, which will be held in the main hall on Wednesday 25th March at 7pm. Nominations will be gratefully received from anyone who is interested in serving on the committee for the coming year. Names to the Secretary (01304 373 774) at least two weeks prior to the meeting. Draft minutes of last year's meeting can be found on our website www.kingsdownvillagehall.org.uk
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Head teacher - Jo Hygate Glen Road, Kingsdown, CT14 8DD Tel: 01304 373 734 Secretary - Email: maggibowden@kingsdown-ringwould.kent.sch.uk
Celebrations We finished last term and 2014 on a real high at school: Seasiders II, organised by Sheila Wright and her team, raised over £3000 for the school. This went towards our new outdoors classroom, which is now in place in the school grounds – waiting to be used as soon as the weather warms up. This was followed by the Christmas Fayre which raised over £1,600 (significantly up on the previous year). Finally Kingsdown & Ringwould was ranked third in Kent for the levels achieved by last year’s class 6. An amazing feat! All of this reflects the support, hard work and commitment of our school community. Thank you! Jo Hygate The results of the Kingsdown Community Survey will be made public at a meeting to be held at the Kingsdown Village Hall on Saturday 14th March. The Hall will be open from 1pm to 5pm, and the results of the survey will be displayed. The raffle will be held at 2 pm, followed by a general discussion. The meeting is open to everyone, whether or not you completed a survey. Many thanks, Barbara Hansom
BreakThrough Breast Cancer Dance - We would like to thank “Morroccan Mole” for Performing Free of Charge and to everyone who supported this event The total Raised was £1,450 - A Very Big Thank You
R.N.L.I. News ……..The recent Lifeboat Christmas Fair held at the “Kings Head” raised the grand sum of £696.65. Many thanks to everyone who came and supported us, also to those who kindly donated Raffle prizes . A big thank you to Amanda and Alex for all their help and hospitality on the day. Sylvia Main (on behalf of Walmer, Deal & District Lifeboat Branch).
The Tradition Sings On Once again up to seventy people and children joined the Kingsdown village Carol Singers, including some from Deal, South Africa, Norway and London, to sing carols for one night or more over the two week period leading up to Christmas Eve round Kingsdown village.The organisers would like to thank everyone who came to sing, all who donated money for the two charities, St Johns Church Fabric Fund and The Mission to Seafarers, and a special thank you to the villagers who gave hospitality to the singers, very welcome! We hope this 100 year plus village tradition will continue and that
more villagers join us next Christmas.
Sylvia, Dinah and Sue. 11
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Ringwould News Tel:- 01304 361 030
correspondent:- Jean Winn Email: jeanelizwinn@aol.com
Lent Lunches From 12:00 till 13:30 Home made soup with cheese £5 per person. Also a “Bring and Buy” table Proceeds will be donated to Water Aid Charity. 25th February 3 Manor Mews Ringwould 11th March “Chilterns” Back Street Ringwould 25th March “Tythe Barn House” Front Street Ringwould. Many thanks Lyn Dourthe (Secretary PCC)
FRIENDS OF ST NICHOLAS
ST NICHOLAS
100 CLUB We have now started a new year. More people are needed if we are to make this year as successful as last year, when over £400 was given out as PRIZES, and we funded two thirds of a tank of oil for the church. If you would like to join, Email: jean.winn@gmail.com or phone 361 030 and I will arrange to call. Jean Winn FOR HIRE RINGWOULD VILLAGE HALL
Festive Tea - 6th December 2014! A very big 'thank you' to all those who supported the Friends of St Nicholas Church at our tea before Christmas. We are delighted to say that we raised nearly £300 for the Friends which will go towards the fabric of our beautiful qhurch. Frances Evison and Sarah Spanner
For that Special Occasion Tea and Chat meets this month on Thursday 5th February in the Church Social Space. Homemade cakes and a cuppa not to mention a good chat! £1
Family parties Christenings Weddings Birthdays Seating up to 120, excellent kitchen facilities, staging and Disabled Access Contact: Bookings Mr Patrick MacWilliam 01304 373 888 Mobile: 07813 098 571 or visit: www.hallshire.com
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Eastling Wood Firewood Logs – Available for delivery from April to December All our 8”, 10” and 12” logs are ready for delivery. £90.00 for 1.5 cubic meter load, half load for £55.00
Call Bruce Hill on 07901 515 806 to arrange delivery
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Ringwould with Kingsdown Police Community Support Surgeries
Please see the below dates and venues for residents to attend and speak with the PCSO. Surgery Date and time: Sunday 8 February 2015 10.00 am - 11.00 am Venue: Kingsdown Village Hall Surgery Date and time: Sunday 15 March 2015 10.00 am - 11.00 am Venue: Kingsdown Village Hall Surgery Date and time: Sunday 19 April 2015 10.00 am - 11.00 am Venue: Kingsdown Village Hall Neighbourhood panel meeting Date and time: Sunday 24 May 2015 10.00 am - 11.00 am Venue: Kingsdown Village Hall Surgery Date and time: Sunday 14 June 2015 10.00 am- 11.00 am Venue: Kingsdown Village Hall
St Nicholas Players. A date for your diary
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All aspects of glazing undertaken.
Kingsdown Rocks Events 2015 7th February Barn Dance in the School
Installation of and repairs to UPVC windows, including misted units.
21st February, Jumble Sale in the School
No job too small!!
See Posters for details. Last year the festival cost in the region of £8000 to stage, so we need your support at the fund raisers which also helps to keep the ticket price as low as possible.
Highly competitive rates. TEL: 07932 140 203 15
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Benefice Contacts The Reverend Cathy Sigrist BA Hons The Rectory, Upper Street , Kingsdown CT14 8BJ 01304 373 951 Email: catherine.sigrist@btinternet.com Reader
Mr Norman Gilliland 9 Addelam Close, Deal CT14 9LT Email: normanjg@sky.com
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St John the Evangelist Church, Kingsdown
Churchwardens Mr Brian Maynard and Mr Peter Dodkins 01304 381 075 Mr Bob Wiseman Email: wiseman454@btinternet.com 01304 371 619 Parochial Church Council (Secretary) Mrs Sarah Spanner
01304 364 222
Parochial Church Council (Treasurer) Mrs Jean Winn Email: jeanelizwinn@aol.com
01034 361 030
St Nicholas Church, Ringwould Churchwardens Miss Ursula Bailey Mr Patrick MacWilliam Parochial Church Council (Secretary) Mrs Lyn Dourthe Parochial Church Council (Treasurer) Mrs Jean Winn Email: jeanelizwinn@aol.com
01304 360 149 01304 373 888 01304 360 097 01034 361 030
St Mary the Virgin Church, Ripple Churchwarden Dr Laurence Davey Parochial Church Council (Secretary) Mrs Rosemary Davey Parochial Church Council (Treasurer) Dr Laurence Davey Email: daveyldavey@aol.com
01304 374 512 01304 374 512 01304 374 512
St Peter & St Paul Church Sutton-by-Dover Churchwardens Mr J Boardman Mrs Maggie Crawley E-mail: Maggic1@hotmail.co.uk Parochial Church Council (Secretary) Mr P Mold Parochial Church Council (Treasurer) Mr A Ford
01304 389 402 01304 372 856 01304 371 738 01304 364 989
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BAY GAS SERVICES
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Tel: 01304 852 852 Mob: 07900 194 773 Email:- baygas@yahoo.co.uk Geoff Ellis New House, Sholden New Road, Sholden, Deal. CT14 OAF
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Over 7,910 Local Clients Have Trusted Us To Safely Clean Their 6.5 Million Sq Feet of Carpets And 1000,s of Chairs and Sofas in Our 24 Years As Internationally Qualified Cleaning Specialists. Our cleaning system, seen on TV’s ’How clean is your house’, safely removes dirt, oily soils, most everyday stains and stale odours, leaving just soft, clean, fresh carpets, usable in under an hour.
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Services for February 2015 Date
Kingsdown
Ringwould
9.30am Holy Communion
9.30am Holy Communion
9.30am Holy Communion 6.30pm Prayer and Praise
9.30am (BCP) Matins
9.30am Funday Sunday
9.30am Holy Communion
Ash Wednesday 18th February
10.00am Holy Communion With Ashing
7.30pm Holy Communion With Ashing
22nd February
9.30am Holy Communion
9.30am Morning Praise
Sutton
Ripple
1st February
Sunday @6 Studdal Hall
11am Morning Prayer
8th February
11.00am Matins (BCP)
8.00am Holy Communion (BCP)
15th February
11.00am Holy Communion
6.00pm Evensong (BCP)
22nd February
4.00pm Messy Church Studdal Hall
8am Holy Communion (BCP)
1st February 8th February
15th February
For weekday services please check weekly news sheets or the website www.ringwouldchurch.com/ ’diary’ page. There are usually: Monday – Sutton Parish Prayers @9.00am in Studdal Hall; Wednesday 10am, Kingsdown ,Holy Communion (BCP) Services using the Book of Common Prayer are marked (BCP)
Copy closing date Wednesday 11th February for the March Issue Please make a note of this date as it will be strictly adhered to. Therefore any copy received after this date will not be included.
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363 361
Dear Friends
The Lighthouse Village Prayer Box - Kingsdown Some weeks before Christmas I was visited by some local Kingsdown residents who wanted to discuss prayer. These residents, although they worship at different churches – not at St. John’s - felt that God was calling them to pray in and around Kingsdown village, for the village and for all individuals who live and work here. The result is that we are introducing “The Lighthouse Village Prayer Box.” Why Lighthouse? Well, Christ is the light of the world, and shines out, guiding travellers on their journey – just like a lighthouse.
This is an ecumenical venture – i.e. it doesn’t matter which denomination you belong to. You might not even belong to a particular denomination, it really doesn’t matter. The important thing is that if you or someone you know would like prayer, then we will pray for you or that person and/or situation for the following month. Prayers will be said during our weekly prayer meeting and also during the Prayer and Praise service that takes place at 6.30pm on the 2 nd Sunday of the month in St. John’s. As Christians we believe that prayer undergirds all that we do and as Psalm 127 says: “If God doesn’t build the house, the builders build in vain”. We are therefore inviting your particular prayer requests – because you are not alone. Confidentiality is guaranteed – and the Lighthouse Village Prayer Box will be situated just outside the Post Office in Upper Street, a central place, that many already visit regularly. The prayer box will be in place in early February. Prayer has already been taking place for the village in a number of different ways. For example, through prayer walks and regular prayer meetings– and not just in St. John’s on a Sunday morning! Prayers are being said for those who live in specific roads, and we also pray for the local pubs, shops and organisations within Kingsdown, so that over the course of a month, every road and organisation within the village is prayed for. In addition, the church has a weekly sheet and names – usually first names – are put on the sheet for those who may be unwell, or who are going through a particularly difficult time, and who have asked for prayer. So if there is something that is worrying you, just post your prayer request in the Lighthouse Village Prayer Box. For our part we commit to pray for you and your situation during the following month. We look forward to receiving your prayer requests. With every blessing. Yours in Christ Cathy
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Local to Kingsdown All domestic plumbing work Central heating installations Boiler Servicing Landlord Gas Safety Certificates Emergency Call outs
For a Free quote: Contact: Fred Roberts Tel: 01304 369 264 07812 664 068
For the control of moles, rabbits and foxes in your grounds or garden
Professional Service
Discreet unmarked Vehicles
Reasonable Rates
For a free consultation please call Mr S Chidley on 07814 425 480
St Martin’s Emmaus On the (A20) in Dover Tel : 01304 204 550
New Shop Opening at 47 Northgate, Canterbury (near Sainsbury’s) Recycle your unwanted household goods Visit our shops and buy restored, painted & retro furniture
Dover Shop Open Mon - Fri 9am-5pm Sat 9am - 4pm 22
Collections Mon - Fri Only www.stmartinsemmaus.co.uk
From the Benefice Registers Funerals Kingsdown:
4th December, James Parker 16th December,Violet Coltman 19th December, Rosemary Hill
Wedding Kingsdown: 29th November,14 Andrew Erridge & Haley Wickes Wedding Ripple: 6th December, 14 Dominic Hugill & Caroline Kemp *************************************************************************************************
Church of St John the Evangelist Kingsdown
Flower Rota for February 2015 No Flowers During Lent
Friday 30th January to 17th February, Shrove Tuesday: Tan Harrington & Lynn Price Ash Wednesday 18th Feb: no flowers during Lent Would anybody, men or women, like to join the Church Flower rota for 2015? Your ‘slot’ will come round about twice a year and as you see, there are always two people to share the arranging, watering etc. There is a flower fund so you will always be reimbursed for any flowers you buy. Oasis is provided. Any queries please ring Georgina Maude on 01304 389 253 or Barbara Ridout on 01304 361 019 *************************************************************************************************
St John’s Heritage Association, Kingsdown
We wish to thank all those who supported our recent event at St John’s Church, the Fashion Show and Christmas Market, which was a great success and raised a clear £638 after all expenses paid. This was the second event held in 2014, the first being an Auction of Quality Items that was not so well attended; the atrocious weather being largely responsible. St John’s Heritage Association was formed by a group of people to raise funds for the restoration and preservation of the church of St John the Evangelist, Kingsdown, and its environs; more commonly known as the Friends of St John’s. The Association is run by a committee and holds a minimum of two fund-raising events each year. It was started in 2013, and has been up and running for 22 months. During that time we have raised through subscriptions and events a total income of £2,944.47. To date the Association has donated to the Church £810 for the new floodlights at the rear of the church and £822 for urgent repairs to the Main West Window. The latest event was geared to raise further sums for the restoration of the Upper West Window and a significant sum will be donated to the church as a result. We currently have 28 members, of which eight are lifetime members. The remainder pay an annual subscription of £10 for an individual, £18 for a couple or £21 for a family membership. Life membership is a minimum of £100. Nearly all members to date have signed a Gift Aid form that increases our subscription income by a further 20% minimum. The more members we have the higher our income. We therefore urge our supporters to join our Association, which may be done by completing an application form that may be obtained from David Dobby. Please call 01304 373 331 or e-mail dobby@golfclubsec.co.uk . Payment by Standing Order would be preferable Our plan is to hold two fund-raising events each year. We will be holding another Fashion Show and Christmas Market in December 2015 and will notify you shortly of our next planned event to be held in the spring. We thank you in anticipation for your support. David Dobby
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Private & Commercial Please visit:www.mscape.co.uk For more information and examples of projects Tel:- 0797 1669 918 Email:- info@mscape.co.uk Mark McGeehan BSc Hons
ROGER CROWTHER Local qualified handyman, fully experienced in carpentry, painting & decorating, tiling, garden structures, miscelectrical & plumbing works, general building repairs. For free estimates call:- 01304 822 649 or 07543 852 682 rwcrowther@btinternet.com References available
BEEKEEPING
Would you like to keep bees? See our schedule of courses, talks and demonstrations for the coming year at www.bee-equipment.co.uk. For people of all ages interested in keeping bees. Contact Patrick for more information. This time next year you could be eating your own honey Interested? Contact:- mail@bee-equipment.co.uk or Telephone:- 01227 833 807 24
Ripple Parish Council
Clerk:- Mrs Kath Hastilow, 33, Charles Road, Deal, CT14 9AT Telephone:- 01304 372 235 Email:- ripple.parishclerk@sky.com www.ripplepc.kentparishes.gov.uk
Ripple Parish Council took part in the Trees in the Village competition in 2014 and was placed in the ‘Highly Commended’ category. If you have any trees of special interest in your garden, please contact the Parish Council with details. Some Parish Council meeting dates for 2015 have changed and are not always on the second Thursday of the month. Please check the notice boards for the updated list. The next meeting is on February 12th at 8.00pm.
Ripple News Correspondent:- Laurence Davey Fairmead, Church Lane, Ripple CT14 8JL Tel:- 01304 374 512 Email: daveyldavey@aol.com Ripple Bingo Club enjoyed their Christmas party with a lovely atmosphere, good food and a super raffle. Instead of giving Christmas cards we had a collection for the RNLI and raised a total of £113. At our last meeting Wallace Murray came to collect the cheque and gave us a short talk on the RNLI, which was very much appreciated. Meeting dates for the next two months are: February 3rd & 17th; March 3rd & 17th.
Tea and Chat in Ripple Tea and Chat met twice in December – a Celebration of Christmas with readings and carols in the Village Hall on December 1st and the Annual Christmas Lunch at Sutton Vale on December 8th. The first Tea and Chat meeting of 2015 was held on January 12th when the usual tea, sandwiches, cakes and chat with a quiz to follow were enjoyed. The next meeting will be in Ripple Village Hall at 2.00pm on Monday, February 9th . Loose Fibres Meetings Ripple Village Hall - 9.30am - 12.30pm February 11th & 25th - March 11th & 25th - April 8th & 22nd Contact:- Rita Rhodes 01304 365 778 Vintage & Classic Car Meeting The Plough, Ripple (please note venue) Held on the last Sunday every month From 11.30am
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LONDON TO BRIGHTON BIKE RIDE 21st JUNE 2015 My name is Jose White (Rose Cottage, Upper Street, Kingsdown) and I am a Cardiac Nurse. I have witnessed the devastating effects that heart disease has on people’s lives, family and friends and I am sure that all of you know a loved one or a friend who has suffered the effects of heart disease. Heart failure, coronary artery disease and heart rhythm problems are just a few common health care problems that individuals have to learnt to live with. These can be life changing and challenging times for those concerned. In support of the British Heart Foundation, I am hoping to raise money to help towards the research and development of new treatments. I have signed up with my friend Ros Young, to complete the London to Brighton bike ride on 21st June 2015. Along with my wonderful padded bicycle seat (The Sofa), I would be grateful for your support in helping me to raise as much money as possible for this worthy cause. If you would like to contribute, please visit my page on the JustGiving site under Josephine White to make a donation. Thank you in anticipation. Jose x
Maddie4Music “Kai Strings” workshop Friday 20th February 10-11.30am After a successful workshop in Kingsdown in October half term Maddie4Music is running their fifth workshop for string players (violin, viola, cello and double bass) at the Astor Theatre, Deal in February half term on Friday 20th February and for the second time we are pleased to have with us guest tutor cellist and teacher at Astor Music School - Mike Bacon. Kai Strings is a strings ensemble for all ages and levels, children and adults. Ensemble music is available at all levels including open strings. Come and enjoy developing your playing and ensemble skills while having fun working with others. An informal performance for parents and friends will take place in the last 10 minutes of the workshop. Booking essential in advance payment of £8 fee is due by 7th February. Tel 01304 239 055 or email:- maddie4music@btinternet.com Save the Children - Transforming Children's Lives in 2014 Save the Children is currently responding to the Ebola crisis in Africa and has set up clinics to provide front line nursing care to those affected by the disease. Save the Children has no political allegiance. In 2014 our teams kept children safe in war-torn communities in the Central African Republic Syria and South Sudan. We continued to deliver life-saving supplies to children affected by disaster and conflict while campaigning tirelessly to secure commitments from world leaders at the United Nations Security Council. Through our innovative programmes we improved healthcare and tackled chronic malnutrition in some of the toughest parts of the world. Every year one million babies don't survive to see their second day. That's why we called on the Prime Minister to tackle the crisis in first-day deaths and to support the training of more midwives around the world. We also run programmes here in the Uk; we provide grants to allow families to buy essential household items such as beds and bedding for children. In Dover our programme Families and Schools Together (FAST) provides support to parents to ensure that they have the skills to prevent their children falling behind with schooling in those valuable first years. The Deal Branch of Save the Children runs regular quizzes at the Deal Vics Cricket Club, Barnes Close, CT14 7RQ on the last Thursday of the month. All teams welcome, £2 a head. The next quiz is on Thursday 29th January 7pm for 7.30pm. Your support means that we can continue with our programmes and thus transform children's lives. Sarah Spong (Chair Deal and District Branch Save the Children)
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Some comments arising from Sutton-by-Dover Parish Council Meeting. Local residents enjoyed the switching on of the Christmas tree lights on the Three Horseshoes green, between Studdal and Ashley, on Saturday 6th December. Mince pies and Mead wine were kindly provided by Mr & Mrs Little and other refreshments were brought along by residents. It was a happy time and everyone joined in the carol singing around the Christmas tree. On the 6th January KCC Highways started work on the drainage improvements which include: Homestead Lane, Chapel Lane and Roman Road. Highways propose that the work will take approximately 3 weeks. Although parts of these roads have been inaccessible to motorists at times the workmen have endeavoured to give residents access to their homes. There is considerable concern by the residents of Sutton of the road flooding at the bottom of Church Hill. The Parish Council are in liaison with KCC Highways who have surveyed the Sutton pond area and are making a plan of action to alleviate the flooding. PCSO Tony Edwards sent a December’s crime report for the Parish meeting. In this parish there was one crime listed which was in Ashley where a Tack Box and riding gear was stolen. PCSO Edwards said that local crime has been consistently low throughout December. He said to report non-urgent crimes please phone 101 . In an emergency call 999. You can also email the police at nhp.dover@kent.pnn.police.uk. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 3rd February at 7.30pm in Studdal Church Hall, Downs Rd, Studdal. Do come along and give us your ideas and support your Parish. All are welcome to join in. KCC have said that there is a possibility that ‘Roberts Coaches’ may be able to transport children from Studdal to Sandwich Tech and back depending on the numbers applying on a vacant seats scheme. The cost is £165 for two terms. Interested persons need to apply through the vacant seats payments scheme at:- www.kent.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/school-transport/free-schooltransport. Application forms and further information can be found on this site or phone Mrs Claire McLaren for more information on: 01304 371 274 Veronica Harrop - Parish Clerk Councillors Contact details for Sutton-by-Dover Parish Council Chairman:Ms Barbara Merriman (merriman619@btinternet.com) 01304 369 256 Vice-chairman: Mr Graeme Akhurst (Gdakhurst@hotmail.com) 01304 239 815 Councillor Mr Hugh Densham – 01304 820 714 Councillor Mr Ron Little – 01304 820 171 Councillor Mr Graham Smith – 01304 825 471 Councillor Mrs Doolin – 01304 829 633 Councillor Mrs Angie Calthorpe – 01304 389 420 31
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Secretary: - Kathy Erridge Tel: 01304 373 402 Email:- kingsdownandringwouldwi@gmail.com There was nearly a full house of members for our first meeting of the New Year on a very grey wet windy day! Frances Smith gave us a lively insight into her years of teaching in a Primary School in Newham, East London; it was a very mixed ethnic school with a high proportion of Muslim children. Frances talked about how she taught both children and their parents how to respect each other’s culture and faith. There should be plenty to look forward to in the year to come...WI’s Centenary Year. It starts with the Annual Council Meeting in March, where Michael Portillo will be the Guest Speaker. In our local branch activities continue throughout the month, walking, Canasta, Knit and Natter to name but a few! Our treasurer, Doreen Clark, has been nominated for the Achiever’s Cup. She achieved 6 credits at level 3 in the Laser Learning Awards at Denman College. We wish her success and congratulate her on such an achievement! Our next meeting will be held in Kingsdown Village Hall on Monday 9 th February at 2pm, when the speaker will be Barbara Peel showing us some Floral Fun! Do come. Christine Smith Happy Birthday to all with Birthdays in February
4th Christine Smith, 11th Masheeda Downing,12th Doreen Clark, 13th Kathy Erridge, 16th Avril Woolf 20th Rita Ross rd 23 Celia Harris, 23rd Margaret Ludwig, 25th Kathy Gordon.
I hope you had a good Christmas and have had a positive start to the New Year, perhaps making a new year’s resolution which you are determined to keep. Winter is unfortunately here and I have to say there are some days when I wake and look outside the cloud base and light levels are so low, damp and grey it’s hard to be positive; it would be much easier to go back to bed for just a few minutes and the summer seems such a long way away. On the positive side the days are getting longer and spring is on its way. Now is the time to start planning this year’s holiday and to consider making changes in the garden. Our 2014 Show was a huge success thanks to all who entered. The number of entries in certain classes was almost overwhelming. If you have any thoughts as to new classes you would like introduced into the 2015 show schedule, please contact Brian Pitcher or any member of the committee at the next meeting. Remember it’s your society and the committee would appreciate your input. The next meetings are: 23rd February – Don Wilkes will be giving a talk entitled: Bluebells, Buttercups and Beasts. 30th March – Christopher Wade will be giving a talk entitled: Four Seasons, A Walk Through Kent. I look forward to seeing you there. In the meantime be healthy. Bob Perry 33
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Calendar of Events February 2015 Tues 3rd
Bingo Club - Ripple Village Hall, 7.00pm
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Sutton-by-Dover P.Council Meeting, Studdal Church Hall, 7.30pm
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Kingsdown Lunch Club, details from The Post Office
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Tea & Chat, St Nicholas Church, Ringwould, 2.00pm
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Barn Dance, Kingsdown School,
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Police Community Support Surgery, K’down VH, 10am - 11am
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Ripple Tea & Chat 2.00pm Ripple Village Hall
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Drop in…..Studdal Church Hall 9.30am - 11.00am
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WI Meeting, Kingsdown Village Hall, 2.00pm
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R’would-w-K’down Parish Council Meeting, LOC R’would, 7.30pm
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Loose Fibres Craft Club, Ripple Village Hall, 9.30am - 12.30pm
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Closing date for March edition of Rural Roundup
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Ripple Parish Council Meeting, 8.00pm
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Funday Sunday, Kingsdown Church, 9.30am
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Let’s be Sociable, Church Hall, Studal,10.30am - 11.45am
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Bingo Club - Ripple Village Hall, 7.00pm
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Jumble Sale, School
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Messy Church, Studdal Hall, 4.00pm
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Vintage Classic Car Meeting, The Plough, Ripple 11.30am
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Kingsdown Garden Society, School.
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Loose Fibres Craft Club, Ripple Village Hall, 9.30am - 12.30pm
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Lent Lunch at 3 Manor Mews, Ringwould, 12.00am - 2.00pm
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Save the Children Quiz, Deal Vics. Cricket Club, 7.00pm
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Clubs & Organisations e. Deal & Dist branch of Save the Children Chairman:- Sarah Spong 01304 363 942 Treasurer:- Gill Hughes 01304 364 188 12th Deal Scout Group Scout Leader:- Chairman Van de Merwe 01304 382 274 Kingsdown Angling Club Chairman:- Mr Richard Appleford 01304 368 804 Secretary:- Danny Bacon Mobile: 07815 134 658 1st Kingsdown Brownies & Guides Brown Owl & Unit Leader:- Miss S Griffiths 01034 367 124 Kingsdown Conservation Group Contact:Chairman Mr Philip Evemy 01304 366 628 Kingsdown Garden Society Chairman:- Mrs Barbara Peel 01304 361 384 Secretary:- Mr T Ridley-Ellis 01304 381 084 Kingsdown Parent & Toddler Group Contact:Mrs Amy Bridges Mobile: 07841 702 249 Kingsdown Pre School Chairman:- Mrs Raeanne Nightingale 01304 360 330 Secretary:- Mrs Rossie Charnley 01304 361 387 Kingsdown & Ringwould Women's Institute President:- Mrs Elizabeth Bembridge 01304 374 630 Secretary:- Mrs Kathy Erridge 01304 373 402 Kingsdown Table Tennis Club Mike Thompson Mobile: 07719 041 240 01304 380 275
Kingsdown Village Hall Chairman:Secretary:-
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Mrs Mary Fish 01304 361 862 Mrs Jane Banks 01304 373 774 Kingsdown Welcome Pack (for newcomers) Contact:- Sylvia Main 01304 373 651 Loose Fibres Craft Group Contact:Rita Rhodes 01304 365 778 MS Society Thanet & Deal Helpline Mobile: 07968 123 059 Ringwould History Society Chairman:- Mrs Jennifer Van Lens 01304 371 289 Secretary:- Mrs Mary Read 01304 363 528 Ripple Bingo Club Mrs Daphne Lee 01304 365 573 Ripple Tea & Chat Mrs Rosemary Davey 01304 374 512 Ripple Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator:- Mr Roger Chatfield 01304 363 912 St John’s Herritage Association Contact:Norman Gilliland 01304 381 589 St Nicholas Players Chairman:- Mr B Munro 01304 372 065 Secretary:- Miss Janet Alcock 01304 367 453
Parish Contacts Hall Bookings
Kingsdown & Ringwould School Kingsdown Village Hall Ringwould Village Hall Ripple Village Hall Studdal Church Hall Sutton Community Centre
Maggi Bowden (Sec) 01304 373 734 Jane Banks 01304 373 774 Email: banks_jane@hotmail.co.uk Mr Patrick MacWilliam 01304 373 888 07813 098 571 Mrs P Scott-Bradford mob: 07967 307 440 Mrs Claire McLaren 01304 371 274 Booking Clerk 01304 363 361
Ringwould-w-Kingsdown Parish Council Chairman: Patrick MacWilliam
01304 373 888 Email: patrick.macwilliam@uwclub.net Clerk: Mrs Katie Amaouche 01304 729 081 Email:- parishclerkrwk@gmail.com (Please visit our website: www.ringwouldwithkingsdownpc.kentparishes.gov.uk)
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Ripple Parish Council
Chairman: Mrs Daphne Lee Eastchurch, Sutton Rd., Ripple CT14 8JA Clerk: Mrs Kath Hastilow Email:- ripple.parishclerk@sky.com
Sutton-by-Dover Parish Council Chairman: Barbara Merriman
01304 365 573 01304 372 235
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A Very Happy New Year to all our Members!
We are looking forward to Spring and to the year ahead, when we will hopefully see the Spring bulbs which we have planted over the last two Autumns coming through, and bringing some colour to the village. Sylvia's churchyard team seems to be growing, and our thanks go to all of those who help keep that area so well maintained. At the end of the first week in January 2015 already 80% of our members have paid their membership fee. Thank you for responding so promptly; if by any chance you have still got it on your "to do" list Julian Dalrymple would be delighted if you could forward a cash/ cheque to him. Membership cards will be distributed by the beginning of February. There may be villagers reading this who are new to the village or would like to join; please do email Julian on jules@julianjaky.plus.com. We have a number of events lined up for 2015; the first talk will be on 24 March at 7.30 for 8pm at the school and it will be on Wild Flowers of Kent. The talk is being given by Sue Buckingham who knows the Kingsdown area well and runs courses for Kent Wildlife Trust. We will be notifying members of the launch of the new website. The committee have received their training and once everything has been entered onto the website we will be up and running. Our grateful thanks got to Joe Wall and Jim Clugston who have been instrumental in setting the whole website up. It will give us access to a yearly calendar of events, and links to sites such as the Parish Council, Dover District Council, Kent Wildlife Trust, Sandwich Bay Observatory, Marine Conservation Society and much more. Rosie Bolton
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