Minster Matters - Issue 174 - October 15

Minster Matters

Your Friendly Village Magazine Issue Number 174 : October 2015 ISSN 1755-9502 (Print) : ISSN 1755-9510 (Online) : ISSN 1758-4175 (CD-ROM - Issue 86)

11th MEMORIAL "RIDE TO REMEMBER" JAKE PHILPOTT

See write up on page 21 E-mail : editorialteam@minstermatters.org.uk Skype us at: editor.minstermatters MM Mobile: 07864 345 019

Electronic Copy, Podcast and Blog: http://www.minstermatters.uk Find us on Facebook or Twitter search for : Minster Matters

Published by: Minster Matters, MM Office, Library & Neighbourhood Centre, 4A Monkton Road, Minster-in-Thanet, Nr. Ramsgate, Kent CT12 4EA UK

Minster Matters

2

Black-Brown

Waste & Recycling

Route A | Route B

October 2015

Route A | Route B

09 / 23 | 02 / 16 / 30 October 02 / 16 / 30 | 09 / 23 13 / 27 | 06 / 20 November 06 / 20 | 13 / 27 Dry Cell Battery Collections: Attwells, Bens, Library, Co-op, Doctors, School

Copy for any issue of Minster Matters must be received (at the very latest !!) by the 3rd Friday of the preceding month Copy date for next issue shown at top of ‘Diary of Dates’ on right of this page www.minstermatters.uk editorialteam@minstermatters.org.uk Skype us at: editor.minstermatters Editor: Ray Owen 07864 345 019 Editorial Team: All members except Accounts can be reached through the email address above

Amy Murray Brenda Saker Henry Brice Colin Boddy Diana Buckley Diane Cotterill Rodney Rose Diane Harris Kevin Buckley

Asst Editor Co-Editor Co-Editor Co-Editor Co-Editor Snappy Accounts Advertising Proofing

---------822 846 ---------------------------822 394 821 965 826 048 …........

You can leave hard copy for us at the Library or send it via snail mail to: Minster Matters Office c/o Library, 4A Monkton Rd, Minster-in-Thanet CT12 4EA

Advertising Rates (per month) Page Size

1/16

1/8

1/4

1/2

Full

B&W min of 6

£6.50 £13

£26

£52

£104 £176

B&W Single Colour (if avail)

£11

£22

£44

£88

*

£25

£50

£100 £200

Sizes quoted above are approximate Colour price is the same for both single and/or multiple insertions (NO COLOUR MULTI INSERTION DISCOUNTS !!)

MINSTER - How To Find Us For those looking to use a Sat Nav to locate the Village the Library at 4A Monkton Road is the approximate Centre of the Village and the postcode there is CT12 4EA GPS/OS Map co-ordinates for the Village Square are TR 309 647 51.33 N, 1.33 E or 51° 20’ N, 1° 18’ E

Useful Numbers and Contacts Thanet STD Code : 01843 Community Warden Aaron Kluibenschadl: 07811 271 302 PCSOs Craig Raisbeck: 101 Police: 101 (for reporting anything except emergencies) Emergencies: 999 or 112 Thanet District Council: 577 000 Community Dog Warden: 577 580 Salvation Army Hall: 825 178 Library: 03000 41 31 31 Doctor’s Surgery: 821 333 (appointments only, 8.00am -10.00am)

Patient Liaison Group: 821 200 Vets: 825 999 Post Office: 821 291 Minster School: 821 384 Village: www.minster-in-thanet.org.uk Show: www.minstershow.org.uk Business Association: www.minsterbusinessassociation.org.uk Freegle: http://freegle.in/thanet Mobility Scooter & Wheelchair (to loan): 07864 345 019 Venues available for Hire John Spanton Pavilion (in Rec) and the All Weather Sports Pitch bookings for both the above venues via

Parish Office 821 339 Old Schools: bookings via Pat Hogben 822 082

or email: pmhogben@hotmail.co.uk

Late payment for advertisements may mean they will be omitted from the next issue (3 months max!!)

Village Hall: 822 807 bookings via Eric James 821 744 Neighbourhood Centre Meeting Room: bookings via Library 03000 41 31 31

A full copy of our Terms and Conditions are available from our website

MM Subscriptions Copies of the Magazine or CD are now available on subscription to all non- residents, worldwide.

Payments quoted below are in advance To a UK postal address :Single Issue £2.00 Annually (11 issues) £20.00 Costs to an overseas address are available on request, and we will be pleased to quote for this service. Our mailing details are shown in the lefthand column on this page.

The Editors accept all advertisements, articles and notices in good faith and actively encourage the support of the local traders and services.

However, we cannot be held responsible for the quality of goods or services offered.

Please mention the magazine when replying to advertisers.

Note however that due to lack of recording space we do not copy our advertisers information to the audio CD’s.

The magazine and CD are published eleven times a year, at the beginning of each month, from February to December, inclusive.

Disclaimer: Views expressed herein are strictly those of their author and do not necessarily agree with those of the Editor and/or the editorial team. E.&O.E.

Dates for Your Diary

Blue-Red-Brown

Copy Date for Next Issue - THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER Oct 2/3/4 3/4 3 4 4 4 9 10 10 10 12 13 16 17 21 24 27 28 29 30 31

Minster Art Show Junior Art Show S.A. Quiz Night S.A. Harvest Festival Pet Service at St Mary's Pet Service at St Nicholas P.F.A. Quiz Night St Mary's Open Afternoon Messy Church - St Nicholas Boot Sale and Curry Lunch R.B.L. Women's Section Meeting W.I. Meeting Minster Show A.G.M. Coffee Morning & Plant Sale Horticultural Society A.G.M. Charity Day - St Nicholas Messy Church - Monkton W.I. Games Evening Kida Hallowe'en Party Adult Hallowe'en Party Hallowe'en Dance

25 11 31 31 30 30 20 8 25 11 31 31 3 31 31 7 25 31 8 8 26

Nov 1 1 4 6 8 12 13 14 15 21

All Souls Service - St Mary's Faure Requiem - St Nicholas Soup on Wednesday Firework Display Remembrance Service Fashion Show - Winter Gardens Twinning Association A.G.M. Twinning Association Race Night Psychic Fayre P.L.G. Christmas Bazaar

30 20 31 15 30 31 12 12 31 20

Sarah Thorne Theatre What’s On at the Royal British Legion Road Closure Operation Stack Trick or Treat Posters Village Hall Bowls Group All Weather Playing Surface Youth Club -@ Pavilion Church Notices Red Recycling Bags - Now at Library and not Parish Office St Mary's Church Guided Tours

6 8 9 22 24 27 27 28 30 33 33

Copy Date for Next Issue - THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER

Minster Parish Council

next meeting will be held on:

Tuesday 6 October @ 7pm in the Neighbourhood Centre

Members of the public are welcome to attend and can arrange to speak to the Council through the Clerk or by requesting the Chairman before the start of the meeting. Copies of the Agenda are available from the Clerk and are posted in the Library. Clerk to the Council is Mrs Kyla Lamb and the Council Office is normally open from:9.30am to 12noon weekdays; however due to commitments that require staff leaving the office it is better to ring first to ensure the office is manned tel: 821 339 fax: 825 869 Email: clerk@minsterparishcouncil.org.uk Following Meeting : 3 November

Pavilion Hire

Recreation Ground Suitable for parties, small weddings, children’s parties, etc.

Seating for 60-70, kitchen facilities.

Ideal for all family occasions !

Bookings via Parish Council Office

© 2000 - Minster Matters The contents of this magazine may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, republished, downloaded, displayed, posted or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Minster Matters. You may not distribute, display or copy any of the contents of the pages contained in this magazine to third parties without the prior written permission of Minster Matters.

All images displayed in this magazine are the property of Minster Matters unless otherwise accredited to another. Images may not be used without the prior written permission of Minster Matters or the accredited owner.

Unless otherwise specified, the authors of the literary and artistic works in the pages in this magazine have asserted their moral right pursuant to Section 77 of the Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988 to be identified as the author of those works.

If permission is sought and given, it is expected that all articles/images be accredited to either Minster Matters or the authors of said articles/images.

Minster Matters

October 2015 E - Team

MINSTER MATTERS

Amy Semi-retired!!

07864 345 019

Diane

Henry

Diane

(Butchers) Ltd We are now taking orders for Christmas Bring It On !!

MINSTER SHOW A.G.M.

Brenda

A.J.Cliffe & Sons

We're looking for an unloved Android handset. If anyone has a reasonably modern one laying idle in a drawer please get in touch. We can get it unlocked if necessary.

Ray

Friday 16 October 8pm Neighbourhood Centre

3

Canterbury House, Monkton Road, Minster Tel: 01843 821 288

Flowers by Vanessa Bouquets, Baskets,Table decorations, Weddings or Funerals Created with the “Personal Touch” For designs with a difference Vanessa Fairbrass (C&G qualified florist) Rose Cottage, Manor Road, St. Nicholas at Wade CT7 0NY

Come along and show your support for YOUR show give us your thoughts and views maybe even join us on the committee we need some new younger blood

MINSTER TAXIS

EDITORIAL

YOUR FRIENDLY LOCAL TAXI BUSINESS

I was moaning last month about a lack of content but this month I've been struggling to get it all in, HOWEVER I'm not complaining as it's great to see the magazine so well supported.

Plenty of pictures of the great event the twinning staged on 6 September - we Diana had loads of pictures given us and we thank everyone who allowed us to use them. You may if you look hard enough find me on one of them!!

The Parish Council are attempting to engage residents who are either on their own or just looking for something to fill their time by proposing the opening of a Shed in the village, if enough interest is shown. Don't know about Sheds? - then Kevin take a look at http://menssheds.org.uk/ - whilst this is mainly about men, the Town Shed in Broadstairs has gone for a male/female mix which appears to be working well so that will be the model that Minster hopes to adopt - see page 5 of this issue for further details.

Finally, rumour has it our PCSO, Kiren Kallu, is leaving us to take up a civilian post in Canterbury, but I'm told we will be getting a replacement for her in the near future. We at MM wish her well and thank her for all she has done in the village, she will be missed.

Well that’s about it, just room to ask my usual question -”Where’s Zac?”

PET FOOD Attwells Newsagents always welcome donations of pet foods for which they distribute to Local Rescue Groups

01843 847 012

07934 420 837

I can deliver within Thanet & Canterbury

Est. since 2009 www.minstertaxis.co.uk

01843 60 62 06 MALOYS MOWERS Unit 4 Ebbsfleet Farm, Jutes Lane, Minster CT12 5DL

Tel: 01843 825 000 FOR ALL YOUR GARDEN MACHINERY NEEDS

* SALES * SERVICING * * SPARES * REPAIRS *

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A NEW MOWER OR ANY OTHER GARDEN MACHINERY

DELIVERED TO YOU FULLY ASSEMBLED AND DEMONSTRATED VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE www.themowerstore.co.uk HUNDREDS OF PRODUCTS TO BUY AT THE CLICK OF A BUTTON

The

Salon

PROFESSIONALS

Gift Vouchers Air Conditioned Free Consultations Free Refreshments 824 000 Closed Mondays/Tuesdays 61 High St Minster Tel:

Minster Matters

4

Pawfection Dog Grooming Service All Breeds Welcome Kind Professional Service Fully Insured Professionally Trained

Gemma & Sandie 69 High Street, Minster, CT12 4AB

01843 825 841 01843 845133

October 2015

Durlock Lodge Durlock, Minster,-in-Thanet, Kent CT12 4HD Phone 01843 821 219

18th Century quality & character Guest rooms from £65 per night Self Catering from £200 per week Discounts for longer stays www.durlocklodge.co.uk

BRILLS DIY 16-18, The Square, Birchington

Est: 1965

BULK BAGS AGGREGATES & SHINGLES CLOSEBOARD + WANEY FENCING +CONCRETE CEMENT ~ POSTCRETE ~ READYMIX ~ GREAT PRICES KEYS * GLASS * TIMBER CUTTING SERVICE Table (Glass), 4 Textilene Chairs, Black Parasol £59.99 Tuscany Coffee Bistro Set, Glass Table, 2 Chairs £59.99 Ratten Set, Table, Sofa, 2 Chairs and Cushions £199.99 DIMPLEX ELECTRIC FIRES - BIG RANGE Gas Fires - Mobiles from £79.99 Textilene 3 Seater Hammocks £79.99 Duo Bench, Hardwood £99.99 Garden Blow Vac’s from £39.99 Flymo 340 Lawnrakes Electric £94.99 Pedestal Fans £19.99 Petrol Chainsaw 38cc £119.99 4 Burner Gas Barbecue (Red) Was £599.99 now £249.99 Wagon Barbecue £29.99 Barbecues from £8.99 Slabs - 3 colours - 450 x 450 £2.39 Decking 6” a metre £1.99 4” x 2” Tanalised a metre £1.89 18mm 8’ x 4’ Shuttering Plywood £25.75 18mm 8’ x 4’ O.S.B. Board £18.99 Godwins Supersize Compost 3 bags £10.00 Dulux White Matt Emulsion 7.5 litres £13.99 Bosch Rotak 34R Electric Mower Save £30.00 £99.99 Handy Small Push Lawnmower £39.99 450 Wide Vanity Unit & Basin £79.20 *** PICK UP YOUR FREE PROMOTIONAL CATALOGUE IN STORE NOW *** PLASTERBOARD & PLASTER - ALL IN STOCK - ** PLANTS NOW IN ** FREE DELIVERY TO MINSTER ON A WEDNESDAY ALL PRICES SHOWN INCLUDE V.A.T.

Timber * Electricals * Plumbing Building Materials * Household Goods * Glass Garden Furniture * Local Delivery

MINSTER MAIDS Minster Maids is a friendly and reliable domestic cleaning company that you can trust to give a professional and flexible service.

Whether it’s cleaning, ironing, shopping, prescription collection or home cooking you require, we can meet your needs.

minstermaids@live.co.uk 07714 202 290 / 01843 821 113 Find us on

PATIENT LIAISON GROUP SEASONAL WINTER ‘FLU VACCINATIONS Vaccination Clinics will be held on SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER - between 9am and 1pm. Appointments are still available and can be made in the usual way via the surgery, in person or by phone. SO DON'T DELAY - BOOK YOURS TODAY. Eligible and “at risk” patients will receive a reminder on their “Repeat Prescription List” and will be invited to make an appointment.

If you have any concerns about your eligibility please contact Reception.

MISSED APPOINTMENTS - A SLIGHT IMPROVEMENT - THANK YOU! But even during the Summer Holiday period - LAST MONTH : 53 PATIENTS DID NOT attend their DOCTOR’S APPOINTMENT - No Change! AND 77 PATIENTS DID NOT attend their NURSE’S APPOINTMENT - Down 11. SO THAT'S 130 PATIENTS STILL WASTING VALUABLE APPOINTMENTS and TIME! STOP BEING BE A TIME WASTER - IT’S SO SELFISH AND UNNECESSARY! DON’T NEED IT? CANCEL IT - BY PHONE, BY TEXT, OR ONLINE, ITS EASY- JUST DO IT! TEXT REMINDER SERVICE Please help prevent unnecessary missed appointments: Register your mobile number with the surgery to receive text reminders, not only about appointments, but other services, such as ‘Flu vaccines. **NOT REGISTERED? DO IT NOW - RING 821 333** WOULD YOU LIKE A “HAND MADE” DOLL’S HOUSE FOR CHRISTMAS ?

FOR SALE - BY AUCTION - every little girl’s “DREAM CHRISTMAS PRESENT!” A very generous AND CLEVER patient has kindly donated a beautiful Doll’s House to help raise funds towards our project. Full details on our notice board.

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR SATURDAY 21 NOVEMBER - SAME TIME: from 0900 onwards SAME PLACE : OLD SCHOOLS TABLES : Nearly all gone! So Get in QUICK!!

Please see our POSTER on Page 20 of this magazine.

WIN £100 IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS !!

Try your luck in our GRAND CHRISTMAS RAFFLE - nearly £400 worth of prizes!

Tickets on sale - get yours from the surgery now!

Draw to take place at our Christmas Bazaar.

STAFF TRAINING DAYS Please note that the surgery will be closed from Midday on the following days: Thursday 22 October and Wednesday 25 November for staff training.

Please ensure that you have sufficient medication to last you during these times.

Should you need to see a doctor when the surgery is closed, please call the NHS 111 Service via the normal surgery number 821 333 where you will be transferred automatically, or call direct on 111, to receive non urgent confidential health advice and information for you and your family. For urgent/life threatening cases please dial 999 as normal.

NEW TEAM MEMBERS WANTED! Do you have a couple of hours a week to spare? Then please come and join us!

We are looking for additional team members to assist the committee during our major functions and activities, and to liaise with the Practice where necessary. No experience necessary but you will need to have good communication and interpersonal skills. If you would like further information, our contact details are shown below.

PATIENT GROUP MEETING If you have any issues you would like to raise at our meeting in October, or require further information on any of the above, then please contact : Ken Self on 821 200 or Jeanne Lawrence on 821 049 or via email to kenself@me.com.

October 2015

Minster Matters

5

Greens of Minster Fruit&Veg ~ Flowers&Plants ~ Pets ~ Sweets&Gifts

The shed movement started in Australia in 1999. The idea : create a space and facilities to bring older people together through communal activities, generally DIY and carpentry, to in turn benefit the community.

Sheds are places to meet, make friends, share and learn new skills and have access to health and well-being information.

The shed would be a community led initiative pulling on fantastic support, knowledge and experiences from other Sheds and “Shedders” throughout the UK. Be you male or female, if you are interested in learning new skills or hobbies, or sharing your own skills and experience with others, please contact the Parish Office and leave your name, address and phone number.

Depending on interest shown the Parish Council will then look to organise a public meeting to discuss this venture further and they will also look toward locating suitable premises.

Tel: 01843 821 339 Email: clerk@minsterparishcouncil.org.uk

· As always, great fruit & veg · New farm soon to be introduced offering even more local produce at better than supermarket prices

· Local pumpkins, in all shapes and sizes at great prices… in stock from late Oct. (Don’t leave it too late and miss out) · Also buy your apples for dunking and swinging!

Flower arrangements for all occasions by our qualified and experienced florist: Birthdays, Weddings, Funerals 24-Hour Pre-Order Service Available (see our website for inspiration) Can’t get to the shops? Then visit us online at www.greensofminster.com or telephone us on 822 212 (Free local delivery on orders over £4.99) 24a Monkton Road, Minster 01843 822 212

NORTHROP DECORATING SERVICES All Interior and Exterior General Maintenance, Tiling, Plastering, Kitchen and Bathroom Fitting Local and Experienced

Contact Paul or Tracy

01843 823 646 R.B.W KENT’S WATER FEATURE SPECIALISTS AND POND BUILDING EXPERTS

· Garden / Pond Design, Building and Refurbishments · Pond Cleaning / Maintenance / Maintenance Contracts · Child Safe Pond Covers · Filtration Specialists · Patios - Decking - Fencing - Brickwork - Arbours Tel: 07563 212 858 FREE ESTIMATES and CONSULTATIONS www.ReflectionByWater.com Email: andrewlongrbw@hotmail.com

MOBILE HAIRDRESSER For all your hairdressing needs, and in the comfort of your own home PHONEDIANE: DIANE: PHONE

01843 840952 or 07842 427935

01843 840 952 or 07546 558 161

From Perms to Cuts, Highlights to Sets, Ladies, Gents and Children welcome

6

Minster Matters

October 2015

PAINTING & DECORATING

By NIGEL MATHER Your Local Professional Decorator Bringing High Quality Decorating to your home (or business) Interior & Exterior - No Job too Small Clean Reliable Service Free Advice & Problem Solving Free estimates without obligation

Tel: 822 946 Mob: 07811 780 492 24 High St., Minster CT12 4BU

MOSSY'S

Dog Walking and Dog Sitting Service Local lady experienced with dogs available for daily and weekly walks and lots of one to one individual attention whilst you are away Competitive Rates, depending on requirements ~ Insured ~ References available

Contact : Sarah Mather 24 High Street, Minster 01843 822 946 or 07855 871 484 sezmather@hotmail.co.uk

Saturday 3 October at 7.30pm “Eastern Oasis” £8.00 paid in advance/Friends, £10.00 on the door. Unreserved Table Seating Sunday 4 October at 7.00pm Bette Midler and Me £13.00 paid in advance/Friends, £15.00 on the door Saturday 10 October at 7.30pm Katapult Productions (Kent Equity Members) presents The Frogman and the Diva £11.00 paid in advance/Friends, £13.00 on the door Sunday 11 October at 3.00pm Love & Death: Opera Highlights £8.00 paid in advance/Friends, £10.00 on the door Canterbury Festival Event Saturday 17 October at 7.30pm Michael Law’s “Travels with Sheridan Morley” £12.00 paid in advance/Friends, £14.00 on the door Canterbury Festival Event Sunday 18 October at 3pm George Bernard Shaw – Playing the Clown £10.00 paid in advance/Friends, £12.00 on the door Canterbury Festival Event Saturday 24 October at 7.30pm Crocodiles in Cream - A portrayal of Lewis Carroll £12.50 paid in advance/friends, £14.50 on the door Canterbury Festival Event Friday 30 & Saturday 31 October 7.30pm; Sunday 1 November 2.30pm The Tempest by William Shakespeare £8.00 paid in advance/Friends, £10.00 on the door A Community Production -------------------------------------------------------------------Book by calling the Box Office 01843 863 701 (Mon to Fri 10am to 2pm – 24 answer phone) also go to www.sarahthorne-theatrecompany.co.uk to BOOK ON LINE. The theatre is open for all but Membership at £18 year offers good discounts on the majority of shows.

THERE ARE NO BOOKING FEES AT THIS THEATRE THE TICKET IS THE PRICE!

SIR ROGER GALE MP Roger holds regular advice surgeries.

For appointments and advice on urgent problems:

Ring: 01843 848588 (a.m. from l0.00) Fax: 01843 844856 (24-hour) Page: 07623 978479 (24-hour) Web: www.rogergale.co.uk Email: galerj@parliament.uk Write: HOUSE OF COMMONS, London, SW1A 0AA

October 2015

Minster Matters

7

Jemima's Locket

Tea Room

CHARITY DAY at

St. Nicholas Church St. Nicholas-at-Wade Saturday 24 October 10.00am - 3.00pm ENTRY FREE

Christmas Cards and Gifts

and Gift Shop 77 High St., Minster Open Monday to Saturday

9.00 to 4.30 Light lunches, Homemade cake and Cream teas Afternoon tea - booking required Call us on: 07903 143 173

KEN AND FIONA WELCOME YOU TO

Free WiFi

on sale

Ploughman's Lunches and Refreshments Available Please support the many deserving causes Upcoming Events

Sunday 27 September - Paul Cornwall 3-6pm Friday 2 October - Elton Towers 8.30pm Friday 16 October - Majestic 12 9.00pm Friday 23 October - Noughties & 90s Disco Friday 30 October - Paragraph 1 8.30/9pm Enterprise Inns Regional Winner 2014 “Best Pub Garden” Freshly cooked traditional pub dishes with a twist We only use the finest and freshest local produce PUB NOW OPEN ALL DAY - Food Served:Tuesday - Saturday 12 noon to 3pm & 5pm to 9pm Mondays 12 noon to 3pm only ~ Sundays 12 noon to 4pm Families are very welcome, children’s meals available

OAPs 20% off food from main menu on a THURSDAY 01843 826 391 - 2 High St., Minster CT12 4BU

PLUMBING & HEATING For a free quote contact

07725 049 067 07469 247 822 jayson.5@hotmail.co.uk gosling16@hotmail.co.uk

8

Minster Matters CLIFFSEND SHED MAINTENANCE

ALL ASPECTS OF GARDEN SHED MAINTENANCE UNDERTAKEN. ROOFING, CLADDING, DOORS, WINDOWS, TIMBER TREATMENT & SECURITY. RELIABLE FRIENDLY SERVICE. REASONABLE RATES. FREE ESTIMATES – FULLY INSURED

CALL TOM ON 01843 583 162

October 2015

ST MARY’S CHURCH OPEN AFTERNOON SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER

at The Saddler

1.00PM TO 5.00PM

THURSDAY 29 OCTOBER 6.00PM

Historic Tours of both the Church and Tower Hone your skills at Handbell Ringing View the Workings of the Organ with Organist Chris Randall Children’s Quests in and around the Church Various items on sale - proceeds toward The Tower Bells Restoration Project

Sweets ~ Games ~ Prizes Fancy Dress Competition

at The Saddler

FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER 9.00PM Live Music with The Deps Fancy Dress Optional

Refreshments Available

SCHOOL VOUCHERS

Attwells Newsagents collect all varieties of ‘ when they are available.

So if you ever have any to spare please drop them into the shop - they will be put to good use locally.

Trutek Computers Ltd For All Your Computer Requirements: Repairs - Servicing & Accessories Computers Built To Specification Laptop Sales

For Further Advice & Help Please Contact Us On:

01227 375088 www.trutek.co.uk

October 2015

Minster Matters

9

Gel Polish on fingers and toes only £25 Book now to avoid disappointment

07976 834 250 Many other beauty treatments available.

Call for details or go to www. beauty-bug.co.uk (Minster based business)

Friday 2 October Live Music with Mike Appleton as Michael Bublé Saturday 10 October Live Music with Screamin' Cherry from 9pm Friday 30 October Live Music with The Deps from 9pm Hallowe'en parties 29 & 30 see advert on page 8

SKY SPORTS & BT SPORT

Showing on 2 Large HD Screens with Surround Sound

**All at Minster’s No1 Sports Venue** Pool * Darts * Poker

The Saddler Kitchen

Open 9am to 3pm Daily and 9am to 1pm Sunday Please join us on Facebook @Saddler Minster Got a function coming up? Celebrate with us, fully catered for, at very reasonable prices Book with us and we’ll supply the DJ

* Weddings * Birthdays * Christenings * Wakes *

10

Minster Matters

GARDEN SERVICES 4 YOU 01843 570 553 or 07725 819 407 LANDSCAPING & GARDEN MAINTENANCE Hedge Cutting and Pruning ▪ Lawn Care, Grass Cutting ▪ Fertilisation ▪ Moss Control, Weed Killing ▪ Fencing, Patios ▪ Patio & Decking Power Cleaning ▪

FREE ESTIMATES Visit our website:

www.gardenservices4you.co.uk e: gardenservices4you@yahoo.co.uk

Kevin P. Smith YOUR LOCAL BUILDER For all your building requirements, extensions or loft conversions, driveways and walls For a visit and a free quotation give me a call 85 Tothill Street, Minster

t: 823 974 m: 07989 578 169

Octoer 2015

MINSTER PLAYHOUSE PROMPT CORNER

Our Next Event Last year the Playhouse put on a Hallowe’en Dance, which was a great success, thanks to good support from the Village and the excellent showmanship and musicianship of Jeff Barker and band.

Jeff has agreed to perform for us again this year, and it promises to be as fun an evening as before. Hallowe’en themed fancy dress is optional, and you can bring your own food and drink.

The venue is the Village Hall, the date, Saturday 31 October, Hallowe’en itself, at 7.30.

Why not arrange a party now, get the fancy dress sorted early, and come along to enjoy Jeff’s excellent music and entertainment. Make a date in your diary not to miss this one!

Tickets are £10 and available from Attwells or call 01843 821 785 This Year’s Pantomime Rehearsals are already under way for our traditional Christmas Pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, written and directed by Sally Reynolds, an experienced director and choreographer, directing our Panto for the first time. At Minster Playhouse we welcome keen new people whether to act or on the technical side, so why not join us? If you are interested, please contact the Playhouse through Niki Kelly on 07852 271 614.

The Panto will run from Wednesday 2 to Saturday 5 December, evening performances at 7.30 and a morning and afternoon matinee additionally on the Saturday.

Box Office: 07501 894 381 or email: info@minsterplayhouse.co.uk www.minsterplayhouse.co.uk

CARRIER BAGS Remember that from Monday 5 October it becomes law that larger retailers must charge a minimum of 5p for each single use carrier bag they supply. SO! - be prepared and remember to take your own bags with you when you go shopping.

In Minster if you use the Salvation Army Community Shop you should be aware that the Salvation Army nationally are no longer supplying carrier bags so take your bags if you’re paying them a visit too.

MINSTER SHOW DRAW Karen Brazil would like to say a huge thank you to local businesses and villagers for their continuous support, donating fantastic prizes for the Minster Show Draw. This now provides a substantial contribution towards the running costs of the Show and is very much appreciated by all of the Committee.

Pet and Domiciliary Service Going Away? At work all day?

Going into hospital?

DAILY VISITS PADS offers a trustworthy and secure service for the care of your home and pets when you are absent Fully Insured - References on request

Please call 01843 850 165

DENTURE REPAIRS

MPG CARPET CLEANING

Ÿ All denture repair work carried out by a local dental technician Dentures collected & returned to your home within 2 hours for just £30.00 Ÿ Collection and return of dentures “All Day, Every Day”

CARPET CLEANING FOR THE 21st CENTURY A completely dry carpet cleaning service!

And that means: No more damp or wet carpets!

No danger of colour-run or shrinkage!

No chance of sticky residues which can attract the dirt!

Lovely fresh scented deep cleaned carpets!

(Upholstery and leather cleaning service available) For quotes please call:-

For all enquiries please tel : 07967 314 935

01843 833 707 07966 288 326

(small local family run business)

Fully Insured

October 2015

Minster Matters

I almost saw you It was your finger putting the finishing touches to the world’s edge of the downs today wasn’t it?

Just smoothing off, satisfied, pleased with that perfect, bold brush-stroke; not another touch until man comes, on this great white horse.

I almost saw your hand, as I turned aside didn’t I? A tear-prick away from nearly catching you at creation today; unaware you were, observing your own bright shadow.

It was the sliver-glimpse of you slipping through the wildflower meadow beyond the field today wasn’t it?

Not quite hidden, bending down to cornflower poppy and daisy, tracing their petals as a mother contours her child’s face.

You nearly caught my eye as I turned didn’t you?

Just a moth-wing away from nearly catching you at creation today.

But did you know that I heard, well almost, the swish of the hem of your garment as you passed by that day?

11

12

Minster Matters

October 2015

MINSTER ARMBOUTS CAPPEL TWINNING ASSOCIATION THE PARADE OF GIANTS – 6 SEPTEMBER 2015 This unique event was a great success and one which was put on primarily for the village of Minster to show our gratitude for the support that the village has given us in the past. So, it’s a pat on the back to both the Twinning Association and the Village itself.

The streets were lined with onlookers as the giants strolled majestically through the village, amazing all who saw them. The Parade was led by a group of Primary School children towing a Hind which the school had made, followed by our very own giant, Mildred, escorted by Minster Carnival Court, a fantastic Entourage of Bands, Majorettes, Morris Dancers and the like. Hundreds of pictures have been added to our Facebook page: facebook.com/minstertwinning, please take the time to look at them.

Each group who participated in the Parade received a 'Medallion' and 'Certificate of Attendance' awarded by the Chair of Minster Parish Council, Bob Grove, supported by other dignitaries from the village. The Parade made its way slowly from the Holiday Inn down through the village to Parkminster where hundreds of people flooded in for an afternoon of entertainment, refreshments and stalls. There was a party atmosphere in the grounds, much like a garden party.

The raffle as always was well supported and the results have been placed in Attwells for all to see.

They came: 7 Giants from Armbouts Cappel, Bergues, Mardyck and Oudezeele joined 7 local beauties from Minster, Canterbury, Margate, Hawkinge, Ashford and Herne Bay. They saw: A village turnout that no one had anticipated.

They conquered: The feedback was amazing, and it seemed the whole day was welcomed with open arms. It was an event that was intended as a 'one-off', but co-ordinator, John Quittenden has said "Never say Never".

Our thanks go out to the many helpers who assisted with background duties, without whom we would have been unable to function so successfully, thank you everybody.

Other dates for your diary: Friday 13 November – AGM at the Neighbourhood Centre – 7.30pm (access via side door) Saturday 14 November – Race Night at the Village Hall cost £15pp. This event is being supported by O’Sheas who are providing a 3 course meal. More details can be obtained from O’Sheas direct.

07938 104 594

P.HUMES General Builder All types of work undertaken Free estimates Carpenty, Brickwork, Plastering, Tiling & Block Paving Decorating ~ Fitted kitchens Bathrooms Fitted ~ Maintenance Work

Tel: 01843 822 990 Mob: 07715 234 185

R.J.BROADLEY TREE SURGERY NCA & NPTC All aspects of tree surgery Reductions - Felling Pruning - Hedge Cutting - Planting Site Clearance - Woodchips & Logs £5 million Insurance

01843 825 190 / 0780 127 3138

75A

We are now an Orthopaedic Referral Centre Quality Service at affordable rates

Minster Matters

October 2015

ST NICHOLAS AT WADE

£650,000

BROADSTAIRS

£250,000

A Grade II detached former farmhouse and dairy in approximately 1 acre 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms Kitchen/utility and basement rooms Detached barn/garaging Stable block and paddock plus garden area

Large detached 1960's family house 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, Conservatory Gardens front and rear, garage and parking Available with no forward chain EPC - D

BIRCHINGTON

MINSTER

£178,500

A first floor apartment in a purpose built block 2 bedrooms, bathroom, sitting room, dining room, Fitted kitchen with integrated Neff appliances Communal gardens, covered allocated parking EPC - D

A pretty cottage for general modernisation 2 bedrooms, bathroom 2 reception rooms, kitchen 100ft south facing rear garden EPC - TBA

BIRCHINGTON

BROADSTAIRS

£895,000

Fabulous cliff top residence in a prime location 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 2 large reception areas plus stunning kitchen/breakfast room Secluded gardens front and rear, garaging and parking.

EPC - E

13

£164,950

£550,000

Stunning penthouse apartment with sea views 2 bedrooms both en suite large sitting room, kitchen and study 2 roof terraces and double garage

14

Minster Matters

October 2015

Who are RiverOak? RiverOak are an American investment company who have a AAA+ credit rating QUALIFIED FOOT HEALTH higher than ANY country in the world.

PROFESSIONAL George Yerrall (Chief Investment Officer & Partner) said on a visit to Manston: “We are in Thanet to achieve our goal to become Thanet District Council’s commercial David Oakley MCFHP, MAFHP partner in a CPO process and save Manston as an operating airport. The people of All forms of Services and Treatments Thanet deserve nothing less.”

Stephen DeNardo (Chief Executive Officer & Founding Partner) – also Audit available for Foot and Nail care Director of Brookfield Property Partners, who for £5billion have recently purchased Corns, Calluses, Bunions, Hammer-toe, Canary Wharf and Centeparcs.

Ingrown nails, Nail deformities, The name of one RiverOak investor has been leaked: Orix Aviation Infection control for Athletes foot and http://www.orixaviation.com/ “26,000 employees, worth £10billion, in 36 countries.”

Fungal Nail infections, Verrucas, How much risk is there for the Thanet Taxpayer?

Hard skin removal and Diabetic footcare RiverOak: “To be clear, what is proposed involves a transfer of ALL the risk surrounding the CPO from Thanet District Council to RiverOak. If the CPO fails for We provide personal and reliable treatment some unforeseen reason we will have to meet all the legal costs. Similarly if the eventual in the comfort of your own home, nursing price of the land is higher than expected, we will have to pay it. We are not asking for or residential care home or hospital any public funds to support this process; not from Thanet, not from KCC and not from the British Government.”

Day, evening, weekend appointments available by arrangement So how many new jobs will there be for East Kent?

Tel: 01843 866 601 Mob: 07749 999 584

Note we are talking about NEW jobs, not just transferring/recycling them from place to another.

RiverOak: “Our plans for Manston will create significant local skilled employment, with an estimated 400 direct jobs being created in the first phase, as well as additional indirect jobs and economic benefit in Thanet and the East Kent region as a whole.” http://www.riveroakinvestments.co.uk/our-plan-for-manston/

We are a conservation building company that specialise in repairing, restoring and conserving listed and period properties.

We are passionate about the preservation of our historic heritage and strongly believe in the use of traditional methods and materials that have been used for centuries. Our understanding of historic buildings combined with the use of qualified craftsmen and women enables us to provide a service to suit the requirements of your building.

Lime Rendering – Timber Frame Repairs – Joinery Landscaping - Brickwork - Carpentry - Roofing Groundwork – Extensions and Alterations Sash Window Restoration – Flint and Stone Work For free advice or a no obligation quote Please call or email Craig using the details below:

They talk enthusiastically about the developments and expansion they would like to see at both the Spitfire & Hurricane and RAF Museums, with apprentices.

RiverOak wrote to the Select Committee on Transport, Smaller Airports: “RiverOak has been at pains to avoid unrealistic estimates. However, based on previous employment levels at Manston and on industry averages, we believe that a future scenario where Manston handles 150,000 tonnes of cargo annually, has five teardown lines in operation, one MRO operation, 750,000 passengers annually, and a growing private jet and flight training business can generate around 1,000 jobs.” http://data.parliament.uk/writtenevidence/committeeevidence.svc/evidencedoc ument/transport-committee/smaller-airports/written/13485.pdf Q: … where do you see Manston Airport in 10 years’ time?

“1,300 direct jobs plus at least 1,000 indirect jobs" http://www.riveroakinvestments.co.uk/news/ These are new, high quality jobs. RiverOak are INVESTORS in Kent, not SPECULATORS re-cycling your tax-payer’s money as grants.

Chairman, Save Manston Airport Association

The Ir o ning F air y

BRIGHTWAY

F ed up o f wat c hing y o ur ir o ning pile g r o w? ?

Then let “The Ir o ning F air y ” m ake it disappear !!!!!

L o c al Minst er L ady Sm o ke F r ee H o m e G o o d R at es per it em o r ho ur ly C o nt ac t J ane o n

P aint ers *Decorat ors *P las t erers

822 696 or 07740 240 317

em ail: aj s m it hns on@aol.com

Exterior & Interior Work Undertaken High Class Finish On Time...Every Time 20% Discount For All New Customers Friendly Local Service Free Estimates & Advice

01843 447 074 07973 146 952

October 2015

Minster Matters

15

HAIR OF THE DOG Minster’s Premier Micro-Pub

Mon - Sat 12-11pm Sun 12-3pm 3 Changing Ales ~ 5 Ciders @ £3pint ~ Wine from £2.50

16

Minster Matters MINSTER W.I.

Fresh from the Summer break, Minster WI members gathered in the Village Hall at 7.30 on Tuesday 8 September for the monthly meeting.

President, Sarah Eaton-Brown, welcomed everyone and after she ran through the Summer events, highlighting successes at the July Minster Show when the Cooperative exhibit was awarded 1st Prize, the Float came 3rd and the Stall made £103! The Bat ‘n Trap evening was deemed a real success and may become an annual event. events include trips to Bruges Christmas Market; the monthly walk; the ballet in October at the Marlowe Theatre and the possibility of a trip to Windsor Castle. At the end of October, the Group Meeting will be held in St Mark’s Church Hall, Ramsgate and 14th November sees the Annual Dabble Day. So much to look forward to ………..

Ralph Hoult, speaker for the evening, entertained the meeting with fascinating photos celebrating 100 years of Ramsgate - to coincide with the WI’s Centenary. Everyone really enjoyed both the pictures and his witty commentary very much.

After refreshments, Sarah gave details of two appeals; one for clothes in aid of Syrian refugees and the other for Christmas boxes to go to Oasis in Margate. She then wished everyone good night and closed another busy, sociable meeting of the Minster WI. Forthcoming Events: 13 October – 'Crafty' Meeting – 7.30 Village Hall – All welcome 28 October – Games Evening – 7.30 Committee Room, Village Hall

October 2015 MINSTER BUSINESS ASSOCIATION NOW ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERSHIPS The MBA is now accepting new memberships for the year from 1 September 15 through to 31 August 16. Forms are available from the Hon. Secretary, Attwells Newsagents or you can download a copy from our website at: www.minsterbusinessassociation.org.uk Membership is open to all businesses in Minster, Monkton, St Nicholas, Sarre, Acol, Cliffsend and Manston at a very reasonable £25 per year. This will give you an entry in 3500 copies of the business directory which is delivered free of charge to every home in Minster and also many properties in the outlying villages. We also produce 5,000 single page triple fold flyers which map business premises in the area and is available at many outlets across Thanet.

Membership also gives you a single page entry on our website.

Renewal notices have also gone out to all present members. To ensure entry into the next issue of the directory renewals and new memberships must be paid up by 31 January 16 at the very latest.

Hon Secretary 07864 345 019 email: secretary@minsterbusinessassociation.org.uk

JOB OPPORTUNITIES GIRLS WORLD Part time experienced Beautician required in our friendly village Beauty Salon ~~~~~~~~~~~ Apprenticeship vacancy also available ~~~~~~~~~~~ All enquiries please contact Tara in the Salon or forward your CV to the Salon address

++++++++++ MINSTER POST OFFICE Part time assistant required for Minster Post Office with a possibility of some duties at Cliffsend for which you will require own transport and a clean driving licence ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Training will be given ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Two references are required one of which should be from your last employer ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Appointment will be subject to P.O. Ltd security checks ~~~~~~~~~~~~ For further information or to submit a C.V. please call in at Minster Post Office

TELEPHONE PREFERENCE SERVICE SCAM Kent County Council Trading Standards have been made aware of a telephone scam which claims to be from the ‘Telephone Preference Service’, the scammer is asking for a registration fee of £50; however the official ‘Telephone Preference Service’ is a free service and you do not have to pay to register.

If you receive a phone call asking for a payment to use this service, please do NOT give out your bank details or any personal information and hang up the phone.

The official ‘Telephone Preference Service’ is a free service to help reduce unsolicited sales and marketing telephone calls. It is a legal requirement that all organisations do not make such calls to numbers registered on the TPS, unless they have your consent to do so.

Already received this scam? Please report it using our online form here: www.kent.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/consumerprotection/report-a-problem-to-KCC-trading-standards or telephone Citizens Advice consumer service on 03454 04 05 06.

If you would like to have your personal details removed from mailing and telephone lists please telephone 0845 703 4599 or visit www.tpsonline.org.uk Stop the scammers!

For advice and to report issues to KCC Trading Standards contact Citizens Advice consumer service on 03454 04 05 06 Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.

October 2015

Minster Matters

17

18

Minster Matters

October 2015

October 2015

Minster Matters

19

20

Minster Matters

Every Thursday

October 2015

Minster Matters

October 2015

Mr Rick Delo Your local oven grime busters Mobile 07703 553 915 info@cityovencleaning.co.uk www.cityovencleaning.co.uk

MINSTER POST OFFICE Come and visit us as we stock

821291

. New and improved range of every day DIY STOCK . Helium Balloons for all ages and occasions (Get special discount for party orders) . Good variety of DK Wool and Patterns . Excellent choice of Greeting Cards and Gifts

21

The 11th Memorial “Ride to Remember” Jake Philpott Sunday 30 August 2015 Well, if you can cast your mind back to the Saturday and Bank Holiday Monday you will know how fortunate we were, maybe even blessed, on the Sunday for our 11th annual bike ride which was completed this year without a drop of rain and mostly in glorious sunshine.

Yet again “Thanks” go to all you lovely people who turned up with your bikes, some looking really keen, some not so, some with new upgraded bikes, others with the cobwebs still attached. After all for some of us this is the only time our bikes come out of the sheds. We are never disappointed at the number of people who turn up, not only family and friends who knew and loved Jake but all the people who never met him but appreciate how very special this day is, so to all this year's new faces, thank you.

I have a special mention to our youngsters, Cobi Smith completing his second whole ride, Cass Smith who did Minnis Bay to Reculver and Josh Matheson who also completed the whole 20 [something] miles, well done you were brilliant. Also well done to big Al who retired on Friday and despite not being on a bike for years decided to celebrate by joining us [is he mad I hear you ask?] No, he’s just like all the people who turn out to make this day so worthwhile every year, they show Hayley, Dave, Levi and Ryder and all the family that they care too.

Thanks must also go to Cynthia [Mum], Sue, Min, Barbara and Pat for making sure the food was waiting for us on our return to the British Legion, Alan for following with his truck, but most of all to every one of you who came along took on the challenge, enjoyed the day and made this once again a…

RIDE TO REMEMBER See you all again next year xxx.

(Picture on front page)

MINSTER ABBEY Mother Nikola and the community were delighted to welcome so many to the ‘Village Twinning Event at Parkminster.’ It was glorious weather and it was so good to see people really enjoying the afternoon together. We hope that other groups from the village will continue to use our facilities for special events. Please do drop in to the ‘Looking Ahead Tea Rooms’ at Parkminster, open now every Tuesday to Friday from 10:30 to 3 p.m.!

GIRLS WORLD BEAUTY SALON

LOGS

20% off MASSAGE treatments with Sara (on production of this advert)

Suppliers of quality wood for

10% off Dermalogica products

Barn-stored and seasoned hard wood

Also available in Salon Botox & semi permanent make up

01843 826 308

70 High Street, Minster www.girlsworldminster.com

open fires and wood burners

DELIVERY SERVICE

Contact: 01304 812 522 or 07720 727 224 www.logstop.co.uk

22

Minster Matters

October 2015

For the most up to date information: Check the Highways England website www.highways.gov.uk or follow @HighwaysSEAST on Twitter or Visit the Kent Police website www.kent.police.uk or follow @kent_police on Twitter

October 2015

Minster Matters

23

RESTAURANT AND TAKE-AWAY

1 High Street, Minster, Thanet CT12 4BU

Tel: 01843 822516/7 Fully licensed and air-conditioned Open 7 days a week, including Bank Holidays 12.00noon - 2.30pm & 6.00pm - 11.30pm 10% DISCOUNT on all take-away orders over £15.00 See our full menu at www.minsterbusinessassociation.org.uk

MINSTER POST OFFICE IS CHANGING As you may be aware our Post Office is to undergo a major refit, which Shabaz and Afsheen tell us is due to happen around January. It will mean some big changes to the premises as we know them today, the existing Post Office counter will come out and the shop will be extended into that area, the central display stand will also be removed thus opening up the floor space for customers. A single service point will be added to the existing retail counter solely for Post Office services. Opening hours will also be extended like so: Mon – Fri 08:00 to 18:00 and Sat 08:00 to 16:00, so longer hours daily and no closure at lunchtimes or Wednesday afternoons.

This work is expected to take up to 2 weeks to complete and the Post Office will be closed for that period, a notice will be posted in the window of the shop approximately two weeks before work is due to begin. Post Office services will be available in Birchington at the Co-op 54/56 Station Road. Those with their own transport shouldn’t find this too much trouble but for those who rely on public transport there is no direct bus service to Birchington. We have looked at the Stagecoach timetables and it would appear that people will have 2 options to get into Birchington, but only one option to get back, both mean a fair while away from home.

The options as we see them are: No11 from Minster Church at 1044 arriving Manston Church at 1054, then change to No38 leaving Manston Church at 1111 arriving in Birchington at 1128 – there is also another No11 leaving Minster an hour later at 1144 – No38 from Manston at 1211 arriving in Birchington at 1228. However we can see only one bus back which is the No38 from Birchington Station at 1328 arriving Manston Church at 1345 then No11 from Manston at 1402 arriving back in Minster at 1412, so the first option gives you two hours in Birchington and the second option just one hour.

Remember if you only need a small number of postage stamps these are obtainable from both Attwells and Ben’s. Ben’s and the Co-op both have cashpoint machines and Cliffsend Post Office is open on a Thursday morning from 10am to 12noon, catch the 42/42a from the New Inn at either 1022 or 1137 and return at 1108 or 1223 from Cliffsend.

MINSTER BOWLS CLUB The outdoor season has come to an end, which means that you who live in the village can come and enjoy exercise in the warmth of our pavilion. You will also receive a warm welcome from club members and enjoy plenty of laughs as you take part.

Bowling is from 10.00am until late, Tuesdays to Sundays, all you need are flat soled shoes or slippers, we can provide the rest.

Wednesday evenings pre-Christmas are booked for one of our competitions, other evenings this month that we will be contesting league games against visiting teams are 8, 13, 15, 27, 29 and 30 October.

Visitors are welcome to come along and watch the bowling from the comfort of our armchairs whilst also enjoying a drink from the bar. Contact the club on 824 082, or ring Brian on 845 638. Come and have a go.

Glynne Hibbert 2015 Honours The winners of the "in-house" outdoor competitions were:Men's 2 Woods - B. Hedges : Triples Plate - B. Hedges, A. Gent, D. Washer Ladies Pairs - M. Griffiths, T. Lewis : Men’s Handicap - A. Griffiths Bert Cooper - B. Davis : Ted Norman - A. Gent Men's Pairs - B. Davis, R. Brazier Triples - T. Elson, A. Blake, E. Foster : Ladies Handicap - M. Griffiths Mixed Pairs - P. Miles, A. Razzell : Ladies Champion - M. Hedges Men's Champion - T. Harrison Maureen and Brian Hedges won the Mixed Pairs at the Broadstairs Open and were runners up in similar events at both the Ramsgate and Sandwich Opens.

Maureen Hedges and Sylvia Davis were finalists in the Ladies Pairs at the Broadstairs Open.

The pre-season Short-Mat Meeting was attended by 43 members and by the time this is published the first league matches will have been played. Once again Minster are entering three teams - Hinds in Div.1, Abbots and Monks in Div3.

Brian Morphew

24

Minster Matters

October 2015

October 2015

Minster Matters

25

45th ANNUAL MINSTER ART SHOW at the

VILLAGE HALL

Friday 2 October 7pm - 9pm Saturday 3 October 10am - 4pm Sunday 4 October 11am - 4pm ART FOR SALE! OILS, WATER COLOURS, PASTELS, ACRYLICS, WOOD, GLASS, POTTERY, ETC ADMISSION £1.00 CATALOGUE £0.50P REFRESHMENTS SERVED IN THE OLD SCHOOLS (opposite the Village Hall) EXHIBITION SPONSORED BY MINSTER GARAGE Minster Village Hall is a Registered Charity No. 302809

POOR PARKING More and more people are sending us their poor parking pictures. Two of those shown are at the same junction, Hill House Drive/Tothill St, where parking so close to the junction is making it impossible to see traffic coming up the hill. The third image is a superb piece of parallel parking - parallel to the white line that is not parallel to the kerb. This one is in the entrance to Norton Drive opposite Attwells shop.

Where did they all learn to drive?? Absolutely unbelievable, as is the number of vehicles that we regularly see parked virtually up to the junction in Laundry Road, opposite McDonald's, making it extremely awkward for HGVs especially to negotiate the traffic island in the centre of the road.

Sharing fun, being together, meeting Jesus ALL CHILDREN*AND FAMILIES INVITED

ST NICHOLAS-AT-WADE Manor Hall, Manor Road, St Nicholas at Wade 2nd Saturday of each month 3.00pm - 5.00pm

Saturday 10 October MONKTON Monkton Village Hall, Monkton Street 4th Tuesday of each month 3.15pm - 5.15pm

Tuesday 27 October *children should be accompanied by a parent or guardian

26

Minster Matters

Saturday 31 October 7.30pm

01843 821 785 or from Attwells in Minster

October 2015

Minster Matters

October 2015

27

MINSTER A.W. SPORTS PITCH Now taking bookings - Office hrs 0900 - 1200 Mon - Fri Hire times and prices Monday-Friday Saturday & Sunday 09:00hrs to 12:00hrs (Off-Peak) 09:00hrs to 21:00hrs 15:00hrs to 21:00hrs Price Structure * Full Pitch : £40 hour Off-Peak Full Pitch : £28 hour Half Pitch : £28 hour (1 five a side pitch) * A 10% discount will be given to Minster clubs and residents booking the ‘Full Pitch’ option only.

To book this facility please contact Kyla Lamb, at the Parish Office, 4A Monkton Rd, Minster CT12 4EA t: 821 339 f: 825 869 e: clerk@minsterparishcouncil.org.uk MINSTER VILLAGE HALL BOWLS GROUP

Short Mat Bowls Sessions for October Come along to one of our evening sessions.

We are an extremely friendly group and will lend you bowls to get you started. It’s well worth trying !!

Sundays

Tuesdays/Wednesdays

4th

No Bowling

6th

6pm to 9pm

11th

6pm to 9pm

14th (W)

6pm to 9pm

18th

6pm to 9pm

20th

6pm to 9pm

25th

6pm to 9pm

27th

6pm to 9pm

Lou Hammond Phoenix Cup 18 Oct @ 6.00pm Pay as you play - no membership fees

The Friendly Bowls Club Contact: 826 060

PRIVATE COLLECTOR WISHES TO BUY 123 Sandwich Road, Cliffsend CT12 5JB 01843 852 547 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Home Cooked Food Tuesday - Saturday 12 - 2.30 Sunday 12 - 4 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Halloween Party 31 October @ 8.30 Live Music with Mike Appleton Fancy Dress & Free Buffet ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We are now taking bookings for Christmas Day for Traditional Christmas three course lunch ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Function Room available for all your parties ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Real Ales & Fine Wines

OLD BOTTLES, OLD PUB ITEMS, OLD POSTCARDS (Pre 1960) Tel: 01843 583 453 or 07799 892 436

Richard Greenfield Your Local Electrician Part P qualified and ElectricSafe registered all work is guaranteed, insured and certified where necessary.

No call out charge.

For free estimates and advice call: 07988 564 843

33 Watchester Lane, Minster CT12 4DA Email: greenfields@talk21.com

28

Minster Matters

The White Stag Monkton 01843 823 760 Village Pub and Restaurant

PROBABLY THE BEST CARVERY IN THANET

October 2015

RS E TE D N L U U IR E O V EQ R

RECREATION GROUND PAVILION FRIDAYS 7pm to 9pm

BOOK NOW FOR SUNDAY CARVERY ROOM FOR HIRE Check Entertainment Board for future acts FUNCTION ROOM FOR HIRE OPENING ONTO GARDEN - IDEAL FOR PARTIES, FUNERAL RECEPTIONS, MEETINGS FIELD AT REAR FOR HIRE FOR VENUES OR EVENTS

Contact: clerk@minsterparishcouncil.org.uk

October 2015

Minster Matters

29

MONKTON MONKTON NATURE NATURE RESERVE RESERVE Do come and see us, and walk at your leisure through the chalk grassland areas or explore the woodland Have your packed lunch in our newly refurbished picnic area, whilst surrounded by the natural habitat of the Kentish Countryside Visit our Natural History Museum, with our large display of exhibits, or bring your own fossils and artefacts for identification We have thousands of second-hand books for sale, both fact and fiction, a large selection of plants and our very own home-produced compost for your garden We are also proud to be the home of the Thanet Observatory, where the Monkton Stargazers meet We are open 7 days a week 10.00am to 5.00pm in the Summer (1 April to 31 October) 10.00am to 3.00pm in the Winter (1 November to 31 March)

Volunteers to help run and maintain the Reserve are most welcome Contact: 01843 822 666 or visit our website at www.monkton-reserve.org for further information (Canterbury Road, Monkton, Nr. Ramsgate, CT12 4LH)

30

Minster Matters

October 2015

Church News and Service Times

The Catholic Parish of Ramsgate and Minster Reverend Marcus Holden 592 071 ramsgateandminster@gmail.com www.ramsgateandminster.com

Parish Office Saints Ethelbert & Gertrude Church 72 Hereson Road Ramsgate CT11 7DS Catholic Mass each Wednesday and Holy day of Obligation at 12.00noon in the Church of St Mary the Virgin, Minster and each Sunday at 10.00am in Minster Abbey

Minster Abbey www.minsterabbeynuns.org The Abbey Chapel is open for prayer throughout the day Lauds: 8.30am Mass 9.00am, Sunday 10.00am Mid day prayer 12.10pm Vespers 6.00pm Compline 7.50pm (followed by Silent Prayer) All our visitors, not only Christians but people of all faiths and spiritual tradition, all who ‘truly seek God’ (rule of St. Benedict) are warmly welcomed to join us in prayer, in our beautiful monastic chapel.

Funerals 9 September Winifred Hemsley Thanet Crematorium

(CW = contemporary language BCP = traditional language)

St Mary the Virgin, Minster Reverend Richard Braddy Tel: 821 250 Sunday Services in OCTOBER 9.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Animal Service!

6.30pm Sung Evensong

St Mary Magdalene Monkton Sunday Services in OCTOBER 4

10.15am Holy Communion (CW) 4

11

10:15am Holy Communion (BCP)

18

10:15am United Holy Communion with Methodists

25

10:15am Family Service

All Souls Service Sunday 1 November 3.00pm @ St Mary's This is a special time to come and remember a loved one who is no longer with us. We remember all those who have passed away recently. You are very welcome to join us and if you would like to have someone remembered please contact Richard our Vicar (821250).

Parish Remembrance Service Sunday 8 November 10.45am @ St Mary's

11

9.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Family Communion (CW)

18

9:00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Family Worship

25

9:00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.30am Family Communion (CW)

Bring Your Pets to Church!

Animal Service Sunday 4 October 10.30am @ St Mary's We are looking forward to welcoming friends of all shapes, sizes and noises for our annual Animal Service. Bring your pets and come let's celebrate together all our furry friends!

Holy Communion at Home is available for anyone who is unable to access Minster or Monkton Church Telephone 821 250 or 822 428

Please come and join the Royal British Legion, the Minster community and St Mary's church family as we pay our respects at our annual Service of Remembrance.

Wednesday Mornings at St Mary’s 10.30am Holy Communion (BCP) followed by refreshments

Weddings at St Mary’s Minster 5 September Lucy Harling and Ross Ellenor

Minster Corps, The Salvation Army Church & Community Centre 11 Tothill Street, Minster CT12 4AG

ST NICHOLAS CHURCH ST NICHOLAS-AT-WADE Pet Blessing and Parade St Francis Day Sunday 4 October at 3.00pm All are always welcome All pets, but please no snakes!

For further details contact: Major Trevor Green 01843 822 308 or 825 178 A Christian Church and Registered Charity No 214779 and in Scotland SC009359

Weekly Activities Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

9.30am Bumps & Babies

9.30am Parent & Toddlers

2.00pm Home League

9.15am Prayer Group

(Term time only)

(Term time only)

2.15pm Friendship Club

Sunday - 10.30am Family Worship

6.00pm Worship and Bible Study

Minster Matters

October 2015 What’s On…

The Isle Of Thanet Canine Society Dog Obedience Classes Kennel Club Good Dog Awards Newington Community Centre Princess Margaret Avenue , Ramsgate Thursday Evenings 7.00pm - Puppies and Beginners 7:40pm - Adults 8:30pm - Ringcraft (Training for the Show Ring) Fee is £4 per pup/dog per class Refreshments and dog treats can be purchased or bring your own and a favourite toy for fetch/play For further details ring Ron on 07561 558 574

Soup (and cake) on Wednesday Starts again 4 November Old Schools 12.00pm - 1.30pm Everyone Welcome THANET FARMERS’ MARKET Second Sunday of each Month 9.30am - 1.00pm **NEW VENUE** Dane Court Grammar School Broadstairs Road Broadstairs CT10 2RT Christmas Markets 8 November 29 November (craft only) 13 December info@thanetfarmersmarket.co.uk CLIFTONVILLE FARMERS’ MKT Last Sunday of each Month Oval Lawns, Eastern Esplanade for further information Phone: 226 033 k.chadband@btinternet.com

SANDWICH FARMERS’ MKT Last Saturday of each Month Guildhall, Cattle Market Further information from Melanie Clarkson 01304 617 197 info@sandwichtowncouncil.gov.uk

League of Friends QEQM Hospital Charity Number 210234

Fashion Show and Supper Thursday 12 November 7pm for 7.30pm The Winter Gardens, Margate Showing Fashions from Laura Ashley, Jacques Vert, Precis, Planet, Roman, Primark and Edinburgh Woollen Mill

31

Minster WI ‘Crafty’ Monthly Meeting Tuesday 13 October Village Hall 7.30pm Wednesday 28 October Games Evening 7.30pm Village Hall Committee Room

TICKETS £22.00 Tombola & Raffle For Tickets Phone 01843 234 507 or 862 225 Poached Salmon Mayonnaise Minted New Potatoes and Salads Sticky Toffee Pudding with Ice Cream Please tell us of any dietary requirements when booking Minster & Monkton Royal British Legion Women’s Section NEXT MEETING Monday 12 OCTOBER “Your most valuable tool that you constantly use in the kitchen”.

Bingo , Speaker or Quiz

COFFEE MORNING AND PLANT SALE Saturday 17 October 9.30am to 11.30am Old Schools Wednesday 21 October Village Hall 7.30pm A.G.M. followed by “Fungi, Dragons and Flies” a talk by Don Wilks

Salvation Army Harvest Festival Weekend Saturday 3 October 6.30pm Quiz Night including Ploughman's Supper Tickets available from Community Shop £5.00pp Sunday 4 October 10.30am Harvest Festival 6.00pm Joyful Noise

Miriam Smith on 822589

MINSTER & MONKTON WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON CLUB Royal British Legion 61 Augustine Road EVERY WEDNESDAY 2.00pm - 4.00pm Come and join us for a game of Bingo ALL MEMBERS and bona-fide guests welcome Phone Pat on 822 622

PSYCHIC FAYRE Sunday 15 November Village Hall 10.00am - 4.00pm Lots of Stalls Mediums giving Tarot, Spirit, Angel Cards and Psychometry readings Tombola for Cats in Crisis Tea bar open all day at reasonable prices £1 entrance, children free Come early & book your readings All profits to be sent to Animal Sanctuaries Enquiries to Kay on 01843 297 665

32

Minster Matters R & A Plumbing

October 2015

Zac’s Musings

Did you hear that Jet come over low and fast the other evening WOW!! what was it?

Even I jumped and I'm very nearly stone deaf now.

I also don't like all 01843 580 133 07814 858 653 this rain we've been having lately I hate www.randaplumbing.co.uk getting wet and it Fully insured, all work guaranteed leaves me all curly Grrr!!!

Love Your Lawn Been quiet here for a couple of days as someone, either Sky or UK’s Largest Lawn Care Company BT, disconnected our phone and the old boy was tearing what little hair he has out trying to get it No Contract : Simply pay-as-you-go back on - they still won't admit which one of them Weed Kill * Fertilisation * Aeration was at fault but at least it's working again now, so Moss Control * Scarification he was able to receive the usual last minute panic Costs less than DIY calls from contributors who wanted to get items www.greenthumb.co.uk into this issue.

For a free no obligation lawn analysis & quote That's it for this month, so it's back to sleep on the sofa for me now. call 0 8 0 0 0 1 1 1 2 2 2 Worcester accredited installer *Central Heating *Boiler changes *Unvented & vented systems *Bathrooms designed and installed *Tiling *Solar panels *Underfloor heating For efficient and friendly service please call for free estimate

AMBER’S ADVICE

Our services include: Hedge Cutting, Gardening, Fencing, Patios and Sheds Also Decorating and Home Repairs Free estimates, no job too small.

Local, reliable and friendly TGF Property Maintenance is a Minster based family run business established in 2003 Home: 01843 822 541 Mobile: 07765 907 480 Email: info@tgfrancis.co.uk

TIGER’S TIP Frozen oranges and lemons are much easier to grate if you put them in the freezer for an hour or two before you need them

Your aspirations are your possibilities (Dr. Samuel Johnson)

Tothill Street, Minster 01843 820 250 An ideal location for

CONFERENCES with good

BUSINESS FACILITIES Holiday Inn Express, Ramsgate

To qualify for a preferential rate you must make your booking at the hotel and bring this copy of Minster Matters with you

October 2015

St Mary's Church, Minster Guided Tours of the Church and Tower Most Saturdays at 12.00noon and 2.00pm To ensure you don’t have a wasted journey please call

07958 813 577 to confirm that tours are taking place on the day of your intended visit The church is normally open from 10am to 3pm daily For party tours outside of the normal times please call the above number to make a booking

Minster Matters

33

ST NICHOLAS ART GROUP

St Nicholas Village Hall, The Length, St Nicholas EVERY THURSDAY from 10.30am until 1.00pm Come along and Paint or Draw with Creative Artists All Abilities Welcomed Help and Ideas offered if required Bring something to Paint or Draw Just £3.50 per session inc tea/coffee For further details please ring 294 829 (If you attend from having read this - then please mention you read it in Minster Matters)

MINSTER BOWLS CLUB PLAY BOWLS When: Summer; Outdoors and Indoors ~ Winter; Indoors Why: Pleasure, Healthy Exercise, Entertainment, Competitions, Fun Time with Friends Old and New ‘LEARNING TO PLAY’ IS FREE!!!

Visit the club at The Bowls Green, Recreation Ground (Molineux Rd Entrance) or phone 824 082 www.minsterbowlsclub.org.uk

RED RECYCLING BAGS NEW RED RECYCLING BAGS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FROM MINSTER LIBRARY BS7671 Qualified Electrical Engineer

- ASK THE LIBRARIAN Part 'P' Registration No EPP2390

All Electrical Work Undertaken Free Quotations ~ Competitive Prices Quality Workmanship ~ Fully Guaranteed

Call Nic Morling 825 094 36 Tothill Street, Minster

www.npelectricals.co.uk

34

Minster Matters

October 2015

Have you made your Will?

If you don’t have a plan for what happens to your estate…

The Government has!

Make a Will now and be sure your family’s future is secure.

For a friendly local and affordable Will Writing Service:

Call Martin Isaac 01304 812077 for details.

Powers of Attorney also arranged.

Home appointments available.

CALLING ALL PARENTS/CARERS LOOKING FOR CHILDCARE

15hrs FREE per week during term time for 3 and 4yr olds Warm and Friendly Environment OFSTED Registered Fully Qualified Staff Open 7.30am - 6.00pm Before and After School Care Ages 6 months - 11 years Quality Care and Safety Provided Age Appropriate Rooms Breakfast, 2 course HOT Lunch and HOT Tea Provided Morning and Afternoon Healthy Snacks

FREE for TWO places available Affiliated to the Society of Will Writers.

Agent of Aegis Wealth Ltd www.a egiswealth.co.uk

To Find Out More And Book Your Place

01843 821 482 Molineux Road, Minster, Ramsgate, Kent CT12 4PS minsterdaynursery@gmail.com Registered Charity 1110919

•BROKEN MISTED WINDOWS

The Grass Master

•U.P.V.C WINDOWS DOORS & CONSERVATORIES

* Landscaping * Lawn Treatment Service * Turfing *

•ALL TYPES OF PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

* Driveways * Fencing * Patios * Decking * * Artificial Grass * Grass Cutting * Turf Suppliers and Installers

Call for a FREE QUOTE or visit www.thegrassmaster.co.uk

2L/3

•FULLY INSURED

Property Maintenance Ltd

01843 822 082 07505 531 585/07505 532 726

01843 823 320 or 07973 817 540

KENS BIKES Want your bike repaired or serviced?

We collect and return - FREE in your area 24hr Turn-round A Professional Service

26/28 Eaton Road, Margate 01843 221 422 inc Evenings and Sundays

MINSTER RESIDENTS Introducing your local Gas Safety Registered plumbing and heating engineers

CPS Heating & Plumbing 01843 589 076

32 Ozengell Place Eurokent Business Park Ramsgate CT12 6PB

Boilers & Gas Appliances Annual Servicing & Repairs Central Heating Design & Installation Complete Bathroom Design & Installation All work Guaranteed Fully Insured & Qualified Gas Safety Register No 203531

Minster Matters

October 2015

ESTABLISHED

Est 1980

VILLAGE GLASS

SIMON STAIT Complete Property Maintenance

WINDOWS DOORS CONSERVATORIES etc

Free Quotations Tel 01843 821 147 including Answerphone

35

Over 30 years experience * New Roofs * * Roof Repairs * * Restoration Work * * Free Estimates * * All work guaranteed *

Freephone: 0800 7 31 31 52 Mobile: 07957 42 42 47

Reliable qualified Electricians All aspects of wiring undertaken BURGLAR ALARMS TELEPHONE EXTENSIONS TV AERIALS - SKY SATELLITE * Reasonable rates * Free estimates * * Discount for OAP’S * Julie Beaney, Minster 01843 823 466 Gary Hake, Canterbury 01227 472 612

01843 590 111 www.equusoffice.co.uk

695 sq ft office space available in converted 19th Century Farm Barn

OFFICE TO LET

Greensole Yard, Greensole Lane, Manston Road, Manston, Ramsgate, Kent CT12 5FG (Located through Manston Golf Centre Car Park)

01843 595 979

07727 687 538

From a leaky tap to a leaky roof - I’ve got it covered!!

No job too big - no job too small For all your building or plumbing jobs, inside or out. Professional workmanship with quality materials and competitive prices.

Kitchens, Bathrooms, Laminate Floors, Flat-packs assembled, Ceilings & Walls, Painting & Decorating, Custom Radiator Covers, Staircases, Doors, Roofs, Locks, Sheds erected, Decking, Outside Taps, Fascias and Soffits, Guttering, Fencing, Windows, Washing Machines installed & Pipes boxed in.

Fully Insured, Reliable Craftsman.

Free Estimates and Consultations

CAR & VAN SALES TEL: 01843 869 600 MOT Test Centre All Makes Servicing All Vehicle Maintenance Tyre Centre Car Sales Recovery Service

10 2010 Hyundai i10 Classic,

60 2010 Citroen C1,

07 2007 Vauxhall Agila MPV,

60 2010 Mitsubishi Warrior,

1.2lt petrol, 5 door hatch, 5 speed manual, 3,500mls with serv hist, one previous owner, A/C, PAS, CD player with aux plug, £30per year tax, over 60mpg All for …….. £4695

White, 5 door hatch, 1 previous owner, £20 road tax, 22,000mls, serv history, PAS, E/W, RCL, A/C, 70+ mpg, low insurance All for ……

1.0lt petrol, manual, low mileage 52k miles with service history, high driving position easy to get in and out, cloth interior, PAS, CD player, economical All for only…….. £2995

L200 Double cab, 4x4, 2.5lt diesel, truckman top, met silver, leather int, lots of extras, recent full serv, cambelt & MOT, 120,000mls, drives beautifully Price shown is plus VAT

LD SO LD

£4895

£9100

08 2008 Fiat Punto Active,

1.1lt petrol, manual, 5 door hatch, low mileage 44k with service history, e/windows, A/C, PAS, cloth interior, USB and Aux sockets, economical All for only…

11 2011 Citroen C1 VT,

61 2011 Seat Leon,

1.2lt petrol, manual, 5 door hatch, black metallic, service history, A/C, e/windows, CD player, PAS, cloth interior All for ……

1.0lt petrol, manual, 5 door hatch, A/C, PAS, 54,000mls, serv hist, 70+mpg, low insurance, £20 road tax All for …

1.6lt diesel, 5 door hatchback, manual, 81.3mpg extra urban, low emissions, free road tax, very economical family car, A/C, RCL, integrated phone system, large boot and lots more All for …… £6695

10 2010 Toyota iQ,

58 2008 Nissan Micra 25,

10 2010 Peugeot 308 SW Est,

1.2lt petrol, manual, 5 door hatchback, 1 previous owner from new, only 30,00mls, elect windows, r/c/l, PAS, met paint and lots more All for only ...

10 2010 Peugeot 207S HDi,

1.0lt VVT-i petrol, manual, 3 door, low mileage 35,000 from new, serv hist, 65+ mpg, low insurance, free road tax, ideal first car, E/W, A/C, RCL, E/M All for ...

1.4lt diesel, manual, one previous owner, 5 door hatch, white, only 46k miles with service history, A/C, PAS, CD player, e/windows, very economical over 60mpg, road tax £30 All for … £4895

1.6lt petrol, auto, met dark blue, 44,000mls, serv hist, spacious family car, huge boot, comfortable cloth int, r/c/l, Pas and lots more All for only...

SO

LD

£3195

£4795

SO

08 2008 Kia Picanto,

£3195

£4295

£4695

£4995

All our cars come with Warranty, Full Service, Full MOT, HPI Check and Valet 1 CARLTON AVENUE, BROADSTAIRS, KENT CT10 1AB

TEL: 01843 869 600 EMAIL: enquiries@birchingtonautos.co.uk

Insurance Approved Accident Repair Centre 14 PATRICIA WAY, PYSONS ROAD IND. EST., BROADSTAIRS CT10 2LF

TEL: 01843 862491 www.broadstairsaccidentrepairs.com

Full body repairs

Dent removal

Car resprays

Vehicle restoration

4 wheel alignment

Aluminium repairs

Printed by: Jam Print Design & Printing Ltd., Reg. in England No.6421166 28-30 Calne Business Centre, Harris Road, Portemarsh Industrial Estate, Calne, Wiltshire SN11 9PT Web: www.jamprint.co.uk Email: jason.miles@jamprint.co.uk Tel: 01249 823 950 Fax: 01249 824 845