April 2012

April 2012

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USEFUL NUMBERS Fire Police Ambulance Coast Guar d Ken t Po lice 016 22 69 0690 Al co holics Ano nymous 084 57 69 7 555 Age Concern 018 43 22 3881 Al arms 018 43 29 9710 Bethesda Medical Centre 209 300 BT Faultlin e 080 0 800 151 Cliftonvi lle Surgery 292 873 ChildLi ne 080 0 111 1 Citi zens Advice 225 973 DVLA Vehicle Enquiries 087 0 240 0010 DVLA Drivers Enquiri es 087 0 240 0009 El ectricity– Power Loss 080 0 783 8866 Gas Emergency 080 0 111 999 Island Hopp a Buses 588 944 Laura Sandys MP 589 434 Leakline 080 0 820 999

9 99 or 111 L earndirect Margate Hosp ita l Na tio nal Express C oach Na tio nal ExpressTi metabl es Na tio nal Rail Enquires No rthdown Surgery NHS Direct Passport advi ce Lin e Pensi on Service Ro ger Gale MP RSPCA Samaritans Southern Water Thanet C ouncil Thanet O.W.L.S. W estbrook Dental Practice

0800 1009 00 2255 44 0870 5 80 80 80 0871 7 818 181 0845 7 48 49 50 0844 4 773 728 0845 4647 0870 521 0410 0845 6060 265

848588 0300 1234 999 0845 7 909 090 0845 278 0845 5770 00 2999 99 2287 95

Hello everyone and welcome to issue number 75 of the MARGATE HANDBOOK. Many thanks for all the letters, phone calls and e-mails, please keep them coming as we do appreciate them.

We had 110 entries for the “Spot the Ad” competition and well done to the winner (This months competition is on Page 37) Grandad has a night out with a few problems (See Page 8) Don’t for get you can visit our website, where there are dozens of articles about Margate of old.

See this months articles on Page 26 and Page 31.

We love to hear from you each month and as always our contact details are: Web: www.margatehandbook.co.uk E-mail: info@margatehandbook.co.uk Tel: 01843 571145 68 Clarence Avenue Cliftonville Margate CT9 3DR

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● NO CALL OUT CHARGE ● 24 / 7 EMERGENCIES ● CENTRAL HEATING SPECIALISTS

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COVERING THE THANET AREA

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Tel: 01843 880 081 Mob: 07939 635357

NO JOB TO SMALL NO CALL OUT CHARGE FREE ESTIMATES

1 Quex View Road, Birchington, CT7 0DZ Email: plumbitservices@yahoo.co.uk www.plumbitservices.co.uk

New Roofs, Repairs, Pointing, Guttering, Lead Work, Gutters Cleaned, Torch on Felt Flat Roof

Tel; 01843 297502 or 220511

07766 404670

LOOKING FOR A RELIABLE BUILDER ?

DPF

CONSTRUCTION Ltd

♦ DRIVEWAYS ♦ PATIO’S ♦ GARDEN WALLS ♦ FENCING ♦ GARAGE CONVERSIONS ♦ GROUNDWORK / CONCRETING ♦ EXTENSIONS ♦ RENOVATIONS ♦ BRICKWORK ♦ REFURBISHMENTS

Find us on the Marshalls approved list web site FREE Estimates www.dpfconstruction@btinternet.com Tel: 01843 868713

07759 866532 www.dpfconstruction@btinternet.com

Transform the appearance of your garage door Maintenance Free GRP Garage Door Panels

From £299 Including fitting & Installation

GARAGE DOOR STUCK We carry out same day guaranteed repairs Springs, Wire Cables, Locks Replaced NO CALL OUT CHARGES For your free site survey contact your local engineer Martin on

07854 405881 Or Visit our web site

www.completedoorengineering.co.uk

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All Domestic Appliances Serviced and Repaired Established over 15 years

Phone John on 01843 587815 or

Mobile 07802 196193 Emailworth.servicing@hotmail.co.uk

call Grant on: 01843 571875 or 07790 025119

NEED A GARDENER

DON’T MOVE A THING UNTIL YOU GIVE US A RING!

LOOK NO FURTHER!

BILL’S MAN & VAN

No Garden Too Big or Small All you have to do is give Kris a call.

Give your garden a Spring makeover

07837 246886 01843 836972 LONG GRASS CUTTING HEDGE TRIMMING PATIO CLEANING WEEDING EVEN WINDOWS AND GUTTERING CLEANING PHONE SMITHYS GARDENING FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

www.mbpainters.co.uk

Removals & Storage

LOCAL & LONGDISTANCE FULL & PART LOADS FULLY INSURED - FREE ESTIMATES WE ALSO DO HOUSE CLEARANCES KCC REGISTERED Prices from £15 LICENCED WASTE CARRIERS

TEL: 01843 833101 or 280422 MOB: 07766 221422 FREE PHONE: 0800 2922170 www.thanetbiz.co.uk/billsmanandvan

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ON THE SPOT PROPERTY 07809 736 327

Apartments & larger family homes alike required NOW. CALL!

ATTENTION ALL LANDLORDS !

Quality properties needed for our Professional clients

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Digital Installations We guarantee you the best service

From a dripping tap to full renovations

Digital Aerial - Freeview SKY & freesat Satellite Plasma / LCD mounting Extensions for TV and Phone Lines CCTV Audio Visual supply and install Domestic and Commercial www.clear-picture.co.uk sales@clear-picture.co.uk

BPEC Registered / Qualified for Solar Thermal & Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems.

Leaks / Blockages Cleared Power Flushing Bathrooms & Tiling City & Guilds Qualified 20 Year Experience Fully Insured Free Estimates Competitive Rates

Tel: 01843 834112 or 07973 689295 www.copperconnect.co.uk email: copperconnect@aol.com

THE AMBRETTE FREE SENIOR CITIZEN PRIVILEGE CARD ( With this coupon to all over 60’s ) Privilege card holders and all their guests pay just £10 per head for 3 courses at lunchtimes Tuesday to Sunday.

Bring this coupon to the restaurant to receive your unique Privilege card and to pick up a copy of the lunch menu.

This is a unique card you can use again and again 44 King Street Margate CT9 1QE www.theambrette.co.uk Tel: 01843 231504 To Advertise in The Margate Handbook please Phone 01843 571145

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QUEX BARN BUTCHER ● FISHMONGER ● DELI ● FRUIT & VEG ● RESTAURANT Quex Park Estate, Birchington, CT7 0BB

01843 846103

KENTS BEST FARM SHOP The Restaurant in the Barn serves At Quex Barn our mission is to bring fresh local delicious dishes made from superior produce to local people and welcome visitors ingredients, as the chefs have the pick of the finest meat, fish, fruit and vegetables • PORK FROM OUR OWN PIGS from the barn.

• SANDWICH BAY LAMB • Breakfast served from 9am daily • BEEF FROM THE QUEX HERD • Lunch served 12pm - 3pm daily • BREAD, PIES AND SAUSAGE ROLLS MADE FRESH IN THE BARN • Dinner served daily Booking advisable • KENTISH FRUIT AND VEG • WELL STOCKED DELI WITH MANY ENGLISH • •

CHEESES LOCALLY CAUGHT FISH BEAUTIFUL PARTY OR CONFERENCE VENUE

Shop Open Daily 9am - 5pm Monday - Saturday 9am - 4pm Sunday

HEAVY DUTY SACKS 40 Large Industrial Sacks £5.50 100 Large Industrial Sacks £12.50 200 Large Industrial Sacks £23.00 Also in Stock

9 Wheelie Bin Liners £1.50 100 Rubble Sacks £17.00 Kitchen Foil 30cm x 75 mtrs £4.50 Kitchen Foil 45cm x 75 mtrs £6.50 Cling Film 30cm x 275mtrs £4.00 Cling Film 45cm x 275mtrs £5.50 Box of 50 Disp. Lighters £7.00

Please Call: 01843 29 36 No Minimum Order Free Local Delivery M. S. Products, Broadstairs, Kent

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Grandads night out Grandad’s good friend Mike had enrolled on an Open University course and he asked Grandad if he would like to come along to a Dinner and Social evening that was being held at the Smiths Court Hotel, where there would also be a lecture about the Amazon Rain Forest. Well he was excited about the dinner and drinks but wasn’t too keen on the lecture bit, but he went along as a favour to his friend.

Before he left, Nan gave Grandad very strict instructions. “DO NOT GET DRUNK! DO NOT MAKE A FOOL OF YOURSELF! and MAKE SURE THAT YOU ARE HOME BEFORE MIDNIGHT! And CERTAINLY DO NOT KEEP GOING OUT FOR A SMOKE” “Alright,” said Grandad “It’s only a meal and a talk, then a few drinks, I’ll be OK, don’t worry”.

Well Grandad went along to Smiths Court Hotel, where the function was being held, the meal was fabulous. Afterwards everyone sat and heard the lecture. To be honest it really wasn’t Grandads’s cup of tea, however he sat through it and then everyone went into the bar, where the drinks were flowing. Well one thing led to another and Grandad got involved with lots of conversations and the drinks kept coming. All of a sudden Grandad heard them calling out that the bar was closing, so he went up the bar and got the last round in. After finishing the drinks Grandad looked at his watch and saw that it was just gone quarter to two in the morning. “Hells Bells, she’ll kill me” said Grandad to nobody in particular and he got up to walk home. Well his legs didn’t want to work properly as he was taking 3 steps forward, one step to the right, one step to the left and one step back. After about an hour of doing this “Funny Walk” he was in Palm Bay avenue, still about half a mile from home, when a Police car pulled up alongside him at the kerb. “Good Evening Sir, or should I say Good Morning” said one of the Policemen who had got out of the car. “And where have we been until 3-0’Clock in the morning”? inquired the Policeman. ”Well, I don’t know about you” said Grandad “But I’ve been to hear a lecture given by a very eminent Professor all about the Rain forest”. “And just where are you going now” continued the Policeman.

“Well I’m on my way to another very important lecture about Alcohol Abuse and the effects that it has on the human body, plus a secondary lecture on the importance of timekeeping. Then the final lecture is to be about smoking” “Really” said the Policeman, “and just who is it that is giving these three important lectures at this time of the morning” “That would be my wife” said Grandad.

“Jump in we’ll make sure you get to your lectures safely” said the Policeman with a HUGE grin on his face.

Saint George's Day 23rd April A story of St George dates back to the 6th century and tells the story of St George rescuing a maiden by slaying a fearsome fire-breathing dragon.

The Saint's name was shouted as a battle cry by English knights who fought beneath the red-cross banner of St George during the Hundred Years War (1338-1453).

The flower of England is a red rose it was adopted as England’s emblem at the time of the Wars of the Roses - civil wars (1455-1485) between the royal house of Lancaster whose emblem was a red rose and the royal house of York whose emblem was a white rose.

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The Orangery restaurant - share in the secret!

Book now for an unforgettable meal!

With soaring sea views and polished marble floors, we believe that The Orangery is the finest dining venue in Thanet. With fresh, local produce served every day, you can truly experience the taste of Kent.

Enjoy our table d’hote menu throughout the Spring months at lunch time, or in the evening choose between that and our sumptuous à la carte menu.

Alternatively, come along on Sunday and sample our famous carvery. Just £10 for soup and carvery (3 meat choices) or a fish or vegetarian dish from the kitchen.

We are open from 12pm - 3pm every day for lunch, including our famous carvery on a Sunday, and from 6pm - 9pm on Monday to Saturday for an evening meal.

Don’t forget, The Orangery is the perfect venue for that special event – from birthday parties to christenings, and even wedding ceremonies and parties.

To book, or for more information, call us on 01843 222310 or emailinfo@orangeryrestaurant.co.uk www.orangeryrestaurant.co.uk ~ facebook.com/theorangery ~ twitter.com/orangerykent

The Diamond Club from Smiths Court Hotel Welcome to our exclusive Diamond Club. Available for all customers over 50, we have created a club which combines everything that you would expect from the welcoming Smiths Court Hotel.

On the first Monday of every month, we offer a 3 course meal for all Diamond Club members in The Orangery restaurant, followed by an activity.

On the third Monday of every month, we offer an afternoon tea, where you can have tea and scones, or a slice of cake.

Lunch is a 12:00pm arrival for a 12:30pm sit down, while the afternoon tea runs all afternoon, but most arrive between 2:00pm and 2:30pm.

Our lunch is on Monday 2ndApril & Easter Monday, and the afternoon tea is on Monday 16thApril.

We’re running a book swap after lunch on Easter Monday, so don’t forget to bring a book or two to trade!

We are still offering the 10% discount on all food outside of the standard club days, so make sure that you come for our Sunday carvery, or pop in for fish and chips at lunch time to take advantage.

Call us on 01843 222310 to book your place at our next 3 course meal or for our afternoon tea.

Alternatively, pop in at any time to find out more. Don’t forget to ask your friends to come along and join up at the same time, so that they can take advantage of our fabulous offers as well! www.smithscourt.co.uk ~ facebook.com/smithscourt ~ twitter.com/smithscourt Please mention The Margate Handbook when responding to adverts

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April Crossword

Answers Page 32

Across 6. Sea between Greece and Turkey (6) 7. City in Arizona (6) 9. Largest island in the West Indies (4) 10. Ocean between Europe and Africa (8) 11. Balkan country (7) 13. Capital of Bulgaria (5) 15. Japanese city (5) 17. Capital of Venezuela (7) 20. US state (8) 21. English county (4) 23. Ottawa is the capital (6) 24. Continent (6)

Down 1. Lima is the capital (4) 2. 12 down is in this state (6) 3. Canadian province (7) 4. European country (5) 5. Part of the Windward Islands (8) 8. African river (5) 12. US gambling city (3,5) 14. Nassau is the capital (7) 16. Asian peninsula with North and South (5) 18. Capital of Turkey (6) 19. Egyptian dam (5) 22. Resort on the French Riviera (4)

Where do's the word April come from No one knows for certain how April got its name, but it may have come from the Latin aperire which means to open . April is after all the month when buds start to open and things starts to grow after winter.

Eastremonath was the Anglo - Saxon name for the month, and the Christian Festival of Easter comes from this Anglo Saxon word.

Edwards Embroidery

Personalised Clothing

Why not try something different, Personalised Clothing, for that Special Gift.

We have over 1 million embroidery designs to choose from or alternatively have your own design made up.

• Hoodies, • Sweat Shirts.

• Varsity/Baseball Jackets, • Fleeces, • Polo Shirts, T Shirts, We carry a wide and varied range of clothing for both Private & Corporate plus special prices for Clubs & Societies

Tel: 01843 599466

Mob: 07545 322950

www.edwardsembroidery.co.uk Visit our show rooms at Trews Workwear & PPE 130 High Street Ramsgate CT11 9TY

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CAMRA Beer Festival 2012 at

Winter Gardens Margate Now firmly established as one of the leading beer festivals in the South East the Thanet branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) will once again be showcasing the finest products from brewers and cider makers all over the UK and beyond.

The Planet Thanet Easter Beer Festival 2012 promises to be bigger and better than ever with over 200 different draught real ales and around 60 ciders and perries on offer. There will also be an interesting selection of foreign beers and wines available.

As usual there will be live entertainment both days in the Main Hall to add to the merriment, and a giant pub-style quiz with cash prizes will round off the event on the Saturday. There will be tombola and souvenir stalls and accompanied children may visit up to 7pm. The Festival makes for a great family Easter day out, but remember, use public transport or taxis DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE.

Open:

Friday 12 noon - 10.30pm Saturday 12 noon - 9pm Admission Friday £4 Saturday £2 Free entry to card carrying CAMRA member on both days with fast track entry at busy times

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Come along and see what we do at Thanet Dolls House Club We share hints & tips, make things & just have a great time you don't have to have a dolls house.

Meetings held at:- Manston Village Hall, Preston Road Manston Tel: Jan for more details on

01843 826232 or just come along.

7pm till 9pm 3rd Friday each month

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O & S SHEDS

WALPOLE BAY BOWLS CLUB ST GEORGE’S LAWNS FIFTH AVENUE CLIFTONVILLE, KENT

WE CUSTOM BUILD SHEDS & BEACH HUTS TO YOUR SPECIFICATIONS

BY SPECIALISED CRAFTSMEN

VISIT OUR PREMISES AT ZEILA FARM GARLINGE HIGH STREET Show sheds on display

SUPPLY ONLY OR SUPPLY AND FIT We also supply a standard shed from 4’x4’ upwards

Tel: 01843 836274 www.oandssheds.co.uk email: oandssheds100@msn.com

WE ARE A WELL-ESTABLISHED MIXED CLUB WITH A LONG SEASON OF LEAGUE AND FRIENDLY MATCHES. OPEN DAY SUNDAY 22 APRIL 2012,10.30 - 4pm COME ALONG TO NO. 1 GREEN ROLL-UPS TUES. & THURS.2.15-4pm ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN IN

MARY: 01843 280763 VAL: 01843 846846 www.walpolebaybowlsclub.co.uk

For The Personal Touch Designer & Manufacturer In Gold & Silver New & Second Hand Gold & Silver Bought & Sold Same Day Jewellery & Watch Repairs

Tel: 01843 223221 238 Northdown Road Cliftonville Margate CT9 2QD To Advertise in The Margate Handbook please Phone 01843 571145

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110 NORTHDOWN ROAD MARGATE CT9 2RE

OPENING TIMES: 11.30AM - 11.30PM

01843 571279 LOTS OF SPECIAL OFFERS! FREE HOME DELIVERY DELIVERY HOURS 5.00PM - 11.00 PM 6 Pcs of Chicken 10 Spicy Wings 4 Regular Fries Coleslaw or Beans & 1.5 litre Bottle of Drink

APRIL DEAL £3.00 Discount on this deal with this voucher "collection only"

Now only £9.99 Valid until 30/4/12 Only one Voucher per Visit

Opening Times Mon-Sat 11am -10pm Sun 11am -9pm

316 Northdown Road Cliftonville (Opposite Tesco’s)

PHONE ORDERS WELCOME

Easter Special 2 Medium COD & CHIPS £8.40 Now Only £6.99 With this Voucher Excluding Friday Valid until 30/4/12

Follow us on Facebook nazarfishbar

www.nazarfastfoods.co.uk

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Are you ready for the

DIGITAL SWITCHOVER on the 23rd June If in any doubt Contact us for advice or information with no obligation

SPECIAL OFFER FREESAT installation to one room

includes Dish & Receiver

Only ÂŁ150.00

Tel: 01843 621038 or 07888 700218 Building 521 Manston Airport Spitfire Way, Manston CT12 5FF Member of Thanet Business Network

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LORNA MARCHANT Dip. ION., BANT. Nutritional Therapy, Allergy Testing, Weight Loss

Cleaning Company A Member of the Association of Approved Oven Cleaners

Food intolerances, and imbalances in the body can cause:

Single Oven £35.00 Single Large Oven (90cm wide) £42.00 Hobs from £12.00 Extractors from £12.00 Small Ovens/Grill £17.00

Weight Issues Bloating and Digestive Problems IBS/Bowel Problems Fatigue and Lethargy Skin Problems Hormonal Imbalance Arthritis/Joint Pain Asthma/Bronchitis

Oven cleaning specialists for your oven removing fat, grease and burnt on carbon

(only caustic free cleaning materials used in your home)

Feel well, look well, Live your life symptoms free

01233 634993 07903 819906

01304 812723 lorna@optnutrition.com www.optnutrition.com

“Put the gleam back in your oven”

07896 988814

Osteopathy, Back Pain and Sports Injury Clinic • • •

Registered Osteopaths Postural Advice

• •

Cranial, Sacral Therapy Children & Baby Clinic

Acupuncture Registered providers for HSA, BUPA, AXA (PPP) etc.

Osteopathy - not just for back pain!

Osteopathy may also help with many other conditions, such as:Sports Injuries, Frozen Shoulders, Tennis Elbow, Whiplash Injuries, Back, Neck and Joint Pain, Headaches, Trapped Nerves, Arthritis, Jaw Pain, Colic and Excessive Crying (in Babies)

Our aim is to provide you with the best possible treatment, care and service.

Our focus is always YOU Hawley Health Centre 7-9 Hawley Square (entrance on Princes Street) Margate, CT9 1PF Tel: 01843 292056 or visit www.hawleyhealthcentre.co.uk Please mention The Margate Handbook when responding to adverts

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Wingham Well Spring Freephone Natural Spring Water and Free Loan Coolers Kent Wingham Well Spring are renowned for providing Commercial businesses and private homes with some of the best available spring water the UK has to offer. Situated in Kent, aptly known as the Garden of England for its splendid countryside and rolling appearance, we are based at a watercress farm which has been growing watercress using the purest Natural Spring Water for 300 years. Our pure Natural Spring Water conforms to the highest levels of quality and purity. We are proud of the service that we can provide for our customers, and will carry on with our service with great care and efficiency.

Working from our base just outside Canterbury, we supply all of Thanet and East Kent

Water Cooler Services Kent One of the most important Services that Wingham Well Spring can provide is the supply of 'Free Loan' 'No Contract' water coolers for both the workplace and at home.

Many companies within our industry only regularly offer free trials before insisting on clients to enter contracts and charge a monthly rent, that can usually last anywhere from between 1 and 3 years. With our service, continuous free loans without the need of contracts allow customers to ask for the cooler to be taken away at any time, meaning that you will only pay for the water you use. We do stress that all of our water is provided from the immediate area.

Concerns about 'Food Miles' and 'Carbon Footprints' regularly hit the headlines; we feel it is important to make clear that we provide our product from Kent, for the people of Kent. We do not travel extensive distances for our products.

Further Services include:

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Plumbed in water coolers

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We offer a range of water coolers for sale

Contract filling

18.9 litres only £6.00

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Wingham Well Spring

Benefits of Water It is universally recognised that Water is extremely healthy and helpful for the human body.

Studies show that a lack of Water in the body tends to give rise to dehydration, the overall result of such an experience causes the brain to become less active and your body feels tired and fatigued. Water keeps the digestive system in order and flushes out the waste products from your body. It can also help staff within business by maintaining their concentration levels and performance.

Wingham Well Spring Natural Water Cooler Services provide Natural Fresh Water for the human Body.

Wingham Well Spring Natural Water Prices 18.9 litre bottles of Wingham Well Spring Natural Water are priced at only £6.00 per bottle.

• "Free Loan" No Contract Water coolers • Free Delivery • No Installation charge for bottled water coolers • Sanitisation charge £12.50 every 3 months • No hidden charges • Discounts possible for high usage customers & bulk deliveries Please Call us today for all your Natural Spring Water on.

Freephone www.winghamwellspring.co.uk

We Supply Free Loan No Contract Water Coolers

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SOMETHING FOR ALL THE FAMILY

EST 2003

A wide range of Nostalgic Pictures of Thanet Cards for all occasions 5 for £1 why pay more! {

For Collection GIVING FUNDS TO A GOOD CAUSE

Tel: 298294

215 Northdown Road Cliftonville Donations always wanted of clothes books bric-a-brac etc.

REMEMBER: HOSEPIPE BAN FROM 5th APRIL HOUSEHOLDS across the county will have to live with a hosepipe ban until at the least the end of the summer.

The water companies’ restrictions to be introduced on April 5 will mainly target domestic users. Customers will be prevented from using hosepipes • Watering a garden or allotments with a hosepipe.

• Watering domestic plants with a hosepipe • Using a hosepipe for domestic recreation • Non-commercial cleaning of domestic windows, walls, paths or patios with a hosepipe • Washing private cars or boats with a hosepipe • Filling or topping up domestic swimming pools or paddling pools • Filling or topping up domestic ponds using a hosepipe • Filling or topping up an ornamental fountain • Cleaning outdoor surfaces with a hosepipe Anyone caught breaking the ban faces a £1,000 fine

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eating meeting greeting The art of the Café Culture 1 High Street Margate

TERRY’S GIFTS Est. 1965

23 High Street Margate

01843 231897

Tel: 225600 Café G boasts a full range of speciality coffee including Café Latté, Cappuccino, Café Americano, Mocha, and a selection of flavoured coffee. There is also a fine array of teas, including herbal and fruit teas, hot chocolate served with cream marshmallows and topped with chocolate sprinkles, as well as milkshakes and soft drinks.

Large selection of Watches & Clocks Incense Sticks, Figurines, Photo Frames & many more novelties.

C & W Garden & Home Maintenance Services.

Tel.: 01843 225524 Mobile: 07732664262 All your garden and home maintenance needs covered!

Lawns (cutting and treating), borders, weeding, Pruning, planting and hedge cutting.

Full landscaping/garden planning service.

Fencing, brickwork, decking, turfing.

Patios & driveways/new and repairs.

Internal/external decoration and remodelling.

Flat and pitched roofing repairs and re-roofing.

House/Garden clearances.

(KCC licensed waste carrier).

All Insurance work undertaken.

30 years construction experience.

Recent local references available. All works Guaranteed and carried out by qualified trades.

Free quotations and advice.

CCTV Installed Emergency Lighting Intruder Alarms Fire Alarms Fire Safety Equipment Household Security and much more…..

For a honest reliable service from a husband and wife team look no further!

Tel.: 01843 225524 Mobile: 07732664262 Please mention The Margate Handbook when responding to adverts

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Thanet Accountancy Services Ltd ♦

LIMITED COMPANY ACCOUNTS AND AUDITS

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PARTNERSHIP AND SOLE TRADERS

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VAT RETURNS

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PAYROLL BUREAU

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OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 9am - 5.30pm (OUT OF HOURS APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE)

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FRIENDLY AND APPROACHABLE

56 STATION ROAD WESTGATE-ON-SEA KENT CT8 8QY

TEL: 01843 834155

01843 834596

FAX: 01843 834653 Easter Sunday is on April 8th this year.

There are so many things to look forward to such as warm summer days, summer vacations, green pastures and lazy days on the beach or however else you relax.

Easter itself is a great time to see the family, make plans, spring clean the house and get ready for the summer days ahead, and don’t forget the Easter Eggs

April Sudoku How to Play Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9, with no repetition!

That's all there is to it.

You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic - there’s no maths involved and no adding up.

It's fun. It's challenging.

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AQUARIUS PLUMBING & HEATING Plumbing & Heating Engineers

All Domestic Plumbing Work.

Central Heating, New Installations, Upgrades and Repairs, Bathrooms Supplied & Fitted Gas Safety Certificates Landlords Welcome FREE Estimates STEVE SIMPSON

Tel: 01843 841589 Mobile: 07989 600542 Email: stevencsimpson@btinternet.com www.aquariusplumbingandheating.co.uk Member of Thanet Business Network

I know it can be hard to fit your dogs exercise around your busy life. So let me do it for you. If your looking for a professional dog walker then look no further.

Prices from: £10 for one hours walk £ 7 for half hours walk Second dog in the same household half price.

I am fully Insured and Police checked and will provide a reliable and friendly service.

Small pet feeding also available please contact me with your requirements.

Tel: 01843 299894 Mobile: 07970 065993 www.fionathedogwalker.co.uk e-mail fionathedogwalker@fsmail.net

Don’t let a scratch on your car put a dent in your pocket!

Quality, mobile repairs at a fraction of traditional body shop costs ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Bumper scuffs Paintwork scratches Minor dents Interior trim Small accidental damage Alloy wheels Mobile service Repairs fully guaranteed Call now on

01843 223500 or 07771 934413 to arrange for your free estimate or visit www.chipsaway.co.uk To Advertise in The Margate Handbook please Phone 01843 571145

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Country Maid Kitchens

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

Unit 1 Court Road.

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St. Nicholas Court.

St. Nicholas at Wade. CT7 0PT

Tel: 01843 847804

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1 x Medium Wall Broom Cabinet 500mm (A) 1 x 2 Door 1000mm Medium WALL Cabinet (B) 1 x 2 Door 1000mm Base Cabinet (C) 1 x 3 Drawer Pack 500mm (D) 1 x Drawer Line Base 500mm (E) 1 x Base Oven Housing 600mm (F) 2 x Length of Plinth (G) 1 x 3m x 600mm x 28mm Worktop (H) 1 x Single Oven 1 x Gas Hob 1 x Extractor Hood 1 x 1.5 Bowl Sink & Tap APPLIANCE AND FURNITURE UPGRADES AVAILABLE

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Paddy Moyna Has developed a reputation for his high standard of workmanship and his individual attention to each and every customer.

To discuss a project and get a FREE quote Contact Paddy Moyna

Mark Michaels Valet Service 5 New Street Margate Established Circa 1906

We offer the following services on garments and household goods:

Hand Finished Dry Cleaning Alterations Repairs Laundry Curtain cleaning We also sell:

Suit/Dress/Coat Bags Defluffing Rolls Refill Rolls

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We collect and deliver if required

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THE EPIC VOYAGE OF THE ‘RED, WHITE AND BLUE’.

In Fond Memory Of The Late Mick Twyman

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nto shelter at Margate Harbour on the 16th of August 1866 sailed a most unusual little craft at the end of an epic voyage across the wild Atlantic Ocean. Her journey had begun far away at New York and was somewhat unique, not because such a small boat had attempted such a voyage, that had been done before, or due to the miles she had travelled across the oceans, what made RED WHITE AND BLUE a bit special was her square rig. It is a fact that despite the undoubted achievement of this little vessel the newspapers of the day seemed less than excited or inspired, with the result that her arrival here went almost unreported. And you will not find her voyage well recorded in the pages of maritime literature either, which is very sad as her achievement is almost unrecognised today.

‘RED WHITE AND BLUE’ was an unusual craft too, inasmuch as her hull was made entirely from galvanised sheeting, cleverly pressed and moulded to a clinker built configuration by her manufacturers. She had originally been built by the well-known American company of Ingersoll, better known for their clocks and watches, but who were also at the time well-respected as innovative designers and manufacturers in the field of engineering.

They had designed the metal hull to be carried aboard ships as the ‘Ingersoll’s Improved Metallic Lifeboat’., it being thought that an all metal and galvanised hull would save owners the substantial costs involved in maintaining wooden lifeboats and, of course, the metal ones were much lighter and easier to handle. The dimensions of the class were 26 feet long by 6 feet, with a beam of 6 feet, 1inch, and a very shallow depth of moulded hull of only 2 feet, 8 inches.

The original idea behind her voyage was to exhibit ‘RED WHITE AND BLUE’ at the Paris Exhibition of 1867, and she was taken to New York for alterations and fitting out. Once there her original rig was stripped out and replaced by three masts, to which were fitted the rig of a barque in perfect miniature.

Her crew for the epic voyage consosted of Captain J.M.Hudson as Master,with Francis E. Fitch as Mate and Fanny the dog completing her roster. On the 9th of July, 1866 preparations for the voyage were complete, and RED WHITE AND BLUE put out from New York bound for England. Despite the choosing of the summer months, the elements were not very kind and the tiny cockleshell of a boat experienced some very heavy weather, which she overcame very well. It should be noted here that for her intrepid crew there was no shelter to be had from the weather in th eopen boat, just a canvas dodger to break the worst effects of the wind, so conditions for Messrs. Hudson, Fitch and Fanny the dog were rather Spartan, to say the least. After a respectable passage of 39 days, she put into Margate after roaring up the Channel with a favourable wind at her stern. Greeted at the Harbour by a large and enthusiastic crowd, she was the centre of much attention whilst moored here for just a brief stay, and then she was off again on her travels, but this time only to London where she went on display at the Crystal Palace, at Sydenham Hill.

All too often somebody bobs up with an attempt ot sour an achievement, and in this case one suspects the hand of a business rival. rumours were spread about that ‘RED WHITE AND BLUE ‘had not in fact sailed all the way here from the States, but had been carried part of the way across the Atlantic by the ship WILLIAM TAPSCOTT. This rumour was soon discounted as worthless, and what scant information existed confirms beyond any doubt that she did indeed sail all the way on her own thus earning for herself a place in the annals of the sea and one in the history of our town.

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It’s Cleaning Time... For Your Pond There are terrific times to give your pond a good cleaning. It’s not a task to be taken lightly. It’s wet. It’s dirty, and the bottom of the pond is slippery. Performing a major pond cleaning requires courage and a little muscle to get it done. Clean the Filter by taking it out and washing, take the filter apart and give a good clean. Clean the pump again wash well. Remove the Plants from the bottom of the pond. Transfer waterlilies or others that wilt easily without water to the temporary holding tank, gentle spray remove any string algae that may be clinging to the plants. Trim off dead or dying leaves and spent blossoms. Fertilise the plants if “in season”. Place the plants back to their original positions or where you now want them.

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Paddy Moyna The Driveway Specialist Is an established business based in Thanet.

We have been trading for many years specialising in all forms of Driveways, Patios and Landscaping requirements.

We are members of the

Brett Approved Installer Scheme and the Marshalls Register giving our Potential Customers complete peace of mind with a GUARANTEE P. Moyna Driveway Specialist has strived to develop a reputation for his high standard of workmanship and competitive prices to each and every customer.

To discuss a project and get a FREE quote Contact Paddy Moyna

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Matrimonial Interruption!!! Tuesday 6th April 1865.

By Alf "Legs " Beeching On Thursday, Mr Thomas Chidwick was united in the Bonds of Holy Matrimony to Miss F. Bax by the Rev W. F. Snow at St. John's Church. On arriving at that part of the ceremony where the ring is placed upon the book and in returning it to the Bridegroom the Rev Gentlemen, dropped it and it was sometime before it could be found. Ultimately it was found and the ceremony concluded and the Bridal party took their seats in the carriage. On proceeding down the High Street , the horses, having their stables in the New Inn yard, duly took in their heads to go there against the wish of the Coachman. Indeed, so determined were they that they drove the pole of the Carriage into the plate glass window of Mr Perry, at the corner of the New Inn Yard breaking two large squares of the value of ÂŁ8 or ÂŁ10.

The wedding party took shelter in the shop of Mr Bushell. Things were put straight once more and the party arrived safely at Cliff Terrace.

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KEEP IT IN THE FAMILY So you have worked hard all your life, paid off your mortgage with taxed income, paid your stamp and any necessary taxes. Retirement is enjoyable, however, maybe there are certain things you have not thought about.

Do you have a Will? If you do, will it achieve what you want it to? Does it ring fence your assets from the various problems that life throws at us and remember a Will can only distribute what you have on the day of your death. Is there a chance of sideways disinheritance, should your son/daughter in law survive your child and remarry? Their new spouse or their beneficiaries can claim the assets. Are the marriages of your children solid, or will an inheritance form part of a marital settlement? Are any of your beneficiaries in receipt of State or Local Authority benefits? An inheritance will mean the end of those benefits. Are you or any of your beneficiaries involved in a business, is your house and other assets protected against creditors? Will Inheritance Tax become a problem for your children should they inherit? Probate fees can be expensive and delay monies getting to beneficiaries for months or even years. It is possible to avoid probate. Are you willing to lose everything to pay for care fees?

Do you have a Lasting Power of Attorney? Probably the most important document you can have while you are alive. It allows you to appoint people you trust to be an ‘attorney’ to make decisions on your behalf should you not be able to make decisions yourself because of loss of mental capacity through an illness or an accident. If there is no Lasting Power of Attorney in place then the courts and social services will take control. It will take a family member months and anything up and over £3000 to become the courts ‘deputy’ to make decisions on your behalf and then only within very strict parameters set by the court.

Do you want to leave the financial security of you and your family to a roll of the dice? There are legal ways of protecting your assets, however, you have to be proactive.

Jaci Godman Irvine specialises in Wills, Trusts and Lasting Powers of Attorney.

She is also the advisor in the South East for Universal Asset Protection Ltd.

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They use block salt & are built by the manufacturers that pioneered the Block Salt Softener.

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We look after your car as if it was our own At very Affordable Prices Home Collection and Delivery Service Available Unit 4 Rear of 4242-60 Ethelbert Road Margate, Kent, CT9 1SB

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FRIENDS of MARGATE MUSEUM Last year a group was formed with the aim of keeping Margate Museum open to the public. A committee was formed, and with backing of the council we are now able to open every weekend, staffed entirely by volunteers. Margate Museum is in the Market Place, housed in the old Police Station and Magistrates Court, and contains a fine selection of old pictures and artefacts relating to our local history. Our proximity to the Turner Centre and the Sunday market mean we are in a good position to attract visitors. We try to have 4 volunteers on duty every time we are open, so are always hoping to find more friends who are willing to give us their time. If you join as a Volunteer Member, agreeing to donate 30 hours over a year, there is no charge. Please don’t feel that your local knowledge is not up to it; there will be opportunities to learn more throughout the year, and a knowledgeable volunteer is always on had to help with any questions. We also open on Wednesdays just for volunteers so that we can work without disturbing the public. Maintenance tasks, cleaning, paper-work and organising displays all need to be done, so if you prefer not to act as a guide, this may be the day for you. We do look forward to involving you in helping to save our heritage.

Please contact: The Museum – 01843 231213 www.friendsofmargatemuseum@gmail.com Meg Harvey – Volunteer Organiser 01843 226968 megharvey@hotmail.co.uk MARGATE FISHING CLUB Are you a Fisherman? Or are you looking for a new hobby? Want to join a Friendly club, where help and advice is freely given?

The Margate Fishing Club was established in 1909. We hold 16 competitions throughout the year around the Kent Coast. Ranging from Ramsgate, Margate and as far as Hythe beach. Annual subscriptions of just £5 per year and £5 per comp. We hold a presentation meal once a year which trophies and sweep monies are handed out to members.

For any more information please contact Russell Phillips on 07793 592073 To Advertise in The Margate Handbook please Phone 01843 571145

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Total Supplies The Cleaning & Hygiene Supplies Centre

SPECIAL OFFER Limited Edition £72.50+VAT Only while stocks last

Carpet Cleaner for Hire Bold/Fairy/Ariel 90 Wash - £19.50

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INDUSTRIAL CLEANING SUPPLIES AT WHOLESALE PRICES! PUBLIC WELCOME 5 Ltrs Washing Up Liquid £4.95 5 Ltrs Bleach £3.40 5 Ltrs Carpet Shampoo £8.75 1 Ltr Carpet Stain Remover £5.95 5 Ltrs Floor Polish £12.50 Pk 40 Soft Cell Toilet Rolls £13.00 Please Phone for FREE Catalogue

Case 200 Heavy Duty Black Sacks £15.00 Case 24 Kitchen Rolls £11.00 Window Cleaning Squeegees £7.95 Pk 50 J Cloths £5.25 Box 100 Latex Gloves £5.95 5Ltrs Multi Clean £5.25 FREE Delivery on Orders over £20.00

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15 - 19 MAY 2012 7.30 (and2.30 Saturday) Granville Theatre, Ramsgate Box Office 01843 591750 £10 in advance (£11 on the door) RAMSGATE OPERATIC SOCIETY Music by Michel Legrand Book by Alain Boublil, Claude-Michel Schonerg and Jonathan Kent Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer Original French Lyrics by Alain Boublil Orchestrations and Arrangements by Michel Legrand and Sean Alderking This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd

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& • Maintenance Repairs carried out on all types of Double Glazing • Doors • Conservatories • Fascias • Soffits • Locks • Handles • Hinges • Glazing • Leaking Roofs • Re-furbishment • Supply Only or Installation of all UPVC Products •

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Ingredients • 110 g unsalted butter, cubed, plus more for greasing • 150 g plain biscuits • 90 g caster sugar • 2 tbsp golden syrup • 1 tbsp cocoa powder • 50g chocolate (at least 50% cocoa solids) • 150 g assorted sweets, Mini Marshmallows, Malteasers, Crunchie and Caramel Bars For the topping 75 - 100g chocolate (at least 50% cocoa solids) Method 1. Butter a 24x11cm loaf tin or the equivalent and line it with cling film, allowing a generous excess to overhang the edges.

2. Crush the biscuits into small pieces by placing them in a polythene bag and bashing with a rolling pin.

3. In a small pan, very gently melt together the butter, sugar, syrup, cocoa and chocolate. Remove from the heat and cool until tepid.

4. Add the biscuits and stir in the chocolates and sweets. Mix well and spoon into the tin. Cover the top with the excess cling film and set in the refrigerator for a few hours.

5. Once set, remove the cake from the tin by pulling on the cling film and easing it out with a knife. Turn it out on to a serving plate.

For the topping 6. Place a small heatproof bowl over a saucepan of gently simmering water, making sure the base of the bowl does not touch the water.

7. Add the chocolate to the bowl and heat until it melts, stirring only very occasionally, then pour over the cake. Store in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes until you serve it.

APRIL COMPETITION The prize this month is again a Concrete Toadstool Ornament To win this prize just tell us: which of our advertisers has the

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GOOD LUCK This Months winner was Mrs J Gorrod St. Michaels Ave Margate Thanks to Keith from Florentinas for picking the winner PRIZES PROVIDED BY ISLE OF THANET CONCRETE GARDEN ORNAMENTS SEE THEM AT WESTGATE GARDEN CENTRE, WESTGATE ON SEA, NEAR THE TRAIN STATION

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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Handbook Accountants & Financial Services Thanet Accountancy Alarms & Security Mazes Beds Thanet Bedz Bowls Clubs Walpole Bay Bowls Club Building &Maintenance DSM DPF Construction C&W Property Maintenance Carpenters &Joiners Gary Murphy Carpets & Flooring Broadstairs Carpets Car Bodywork Repairs Chips Away Cleaners Time For You Cleaning Supplies Total Supplies Computer Repairs & Services Centaur Systems Conservatories JAS Conservatories Curtain Alterations Up and Away Dentures The Denture Shop DIY My Home Mentor Dog Walking Fiona The Dog Walker Domestic Appliance Repairs Worth Servicing Double Glazing Northdown Windows JAS Home Improvements Driveways The Driveway Specialist

Man &Van Bill's Man & Van 4 Mobility 19 31 First Choice Mobility 27 Osteopaths 38 23 Hawley Health Centre 15 Oven Cleaning 12 25 OvenGleam 15 Painters &Decorators 38 13 M&B Painters 4 3 6 Dave Sutton 35 19 9 Personalised Clothing 19 Edwards Embroidery 10 38 7 Plumbing & Heating 13 Aquarius 24 Front Copper Connect 6 33 Plumbit 3 24 Printers 3 SPS 28 Properties 30 20/21 On The Spot Property 5 35 4 Refuge Sacks 33 M S Products 7 30 27 Roofing Bill Dunk Roofing 3 19 Satellite Installation Clear Picture 6 7 15 South East Satellite 14 Second - Hand Shop 18 29 Florentinas 18 Sheds 27 9 O & S Sheds 12 Solicitors 24 12 Barnes Marsland Back Spring Water 4 25 Wingham Well Spring 16/17 Tyres 36 32 Richard’s Trade Tyres 38 20/21 Water Softeners 7 Sapphire Water Softeners 33 30 Web Design Incredible Websites 11 Please mention The Margate Handbook when responding to adverts 22

Dry Cleaners Mark Michael’s Electricians Urban Wire Estate Agents Cooke & Co Fencing Paddy Moyna Food & Drink Nazar Fish Bar The Ambrette The Orangery Café G Quex Barn Chicken Spot Garages Jim's Garage Garage Doors Garage Door Restore JAS Home Improvements Gardening Smithys Gardening P&Sees Kentish Gardeners Gifts Terry's Gifts Health Lorna Marchant Home Care Lauriem Hotels Smiths Court Jewellers ST Jewellers Kitchens Country Maid Kitchens Legal Advice ELS Local Produce Quex Barn

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