In and Around Loose Magazine - Autumn 2020 Edition

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Editor’s Letter Dear Residents, local groups and advertisers, It seems fair to say that none of us could have predicted how the local community & economy would change after Lockdown. Businesses, traders and local services have all suffered during this time. We urge you all to support our advertisers where ever possible. Please pick up the phone and get our economy moving once again. Be sure to read our article on page 4.

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How to support our local businesses The COVIC-19 pandemic hit our communities slowly, then all at once. Some businesses taped sheets of paper to their gated-off windows: Closed for pandemic.

See you soon. Others just went dark. And our streets haven’t felt the same since.

The same goes for local restaurants, shops, and bakeries. Even if they aren’t currently open, it’s worth checking their websites or social media, to see if they offer gift cards. Even those that hadn’t in the past may be looking for creative ways to stay afloat, without putting their employees at risk.

Pay in Advance

Since then, parts of our country have tentatively begun to reopen. More will follow, in a careful tango with a new reality we still don’t fully understand. But one thing is irrefutable: Our local businesses need our help to stay alive, if we want our communities to look anything like they did a few short, harrowing months ago. Here’s what you can do to help: -

If you have room in your bank account for it, pay ahead for goods or activities you use regularly, even if you’re not utilizing them right now. Think cleaning services, karate or dance classes, even landscape and gardening. Even if you don’t live in an area where it’s safe to bring in-home cleaners or childcare back to work, consider paying them anyway.

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When we think about small business, the activities and conveniences that make our lives so much richer also operate on razor-thin margins. And they need us now, if we want them to be around later. Paying early might not break your budget, but it can make a huge difference in theirs. It’s also vital for our country, as a whole. Quite frankly, any cash at all into the economy right now is helpful.

Over the past few months, my days have felt a lot emptier without saying hello to the barber down the road, exchanging pleasantries with the guy who sells fruit on the main road, or visiting to the local pub. And I’m sure they feel the same — because community goes both ways. If you’re missing those interactions too, go online to support them. Many local shops have an e-commerce presence, or have begun to offer ways to support them with just the click of a button.

For small businesses, it’s about more than a financial investment. It’s a sign that you’re here for them, that you care about them, and you believe they have a future and they will survive. And these are not just faceless entities. These are real people behind these stores.

Grab a Gift Card If you don’t need anything now, consider purchasing a gift card for future browsing. Many small shops missed out on life-sustaining revenue around Easter, Passover, Mother’s Day, and graduations. A lot of local retail live and die by the holidays, they’ve missed that revenue for the rest of the year. Now’s the time to treat yourself — for the community.

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Consider Collection or Delivery Some restaurants and bars that didn’t previously offer takeout have started doing so, to keep their employees safe and their businesses afloat. Scientists have found that ordering from restaurants is very low-risk, so now’s the time to break out the menus and start dialing. If you can, order directly from the restaurant so they don’t have to pay costly cuts to third-party delivery services. Ordering takeout doesn’t just help our lives feel a little more normal — it helps put England back to work.

Small businesses are the ones the community goes to when they need something, and now they need something from us.

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What’s on & places to visit...

2020 Battle of Britain Airshow Headcorn Aerodrome, Maidstone Tel 07769683345 Following an early review, we’re pleased to confirm that The Battle of Britain Airshow at Headcorn Aerodrome will be taking place on September 25th 27th 2020. An action-packed line up will be released over the next coming weeks. As the Government Covid-19 restrictions begin to ease, the safety and the well-being of our attendees and Airshow staff remains our main priority. We’re working tirelessly to be able to safely deliver another enjoyable event whilst protecting everybody’s health and complying with the Governments social distancing advice. 25 Sept 2020 to 27 Sept 2020 Oktoberfest Mote Park Wilkommen to the UK’s ultimate Oktoberfest tour!

Oktoberfest returns to Maidstone’s Mote Park on Saturday 3rd October for another authentic Bavarian celebration! Oktoberfest is the traditional popular folk festival that is celebrated in Munich, Bavaria, Germany and the end of September and beginning of October. Folk descend to the Beerhall Tent to engage in music, games, entertainment, food and singing.

This festival is no different, including: German food such as Sauerkraut, Pretzel, Schnitzel and more! Live music from an authentic Oompah band. Oktoberfest is an 18+ event. Challenge 25 age policy applies. 3 Oct 20 Rock the Mote and Pop the Mote Mote Park - Postponed - new date 17th & 18th October (subject to government restrictions). Existing ticketholders: All Rock/Pop The Mote tickets will now be valid for the rescheduled dates of Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th October 2020 (government guidelines permitting) You don’t have to do anything, just simply arrive at the event in either October of this year and redeem your tickets, or if you do not do that then your tickets will remain valid for August 2021. Please go to the Facebook page for updated information https:// www.facebook.com/rockthemote. https://www. rockthemote.com. 17 to 18 Oct 20 Betteshanger Park, Deal

available to suit all ages, interests and pursuits.

Some of our activities are available every day, such as the cycling trails, whilst others need to booked in advance or only take place on special event days.

Visit www.betteshanger-park.co.uk National Trust - Scotney Castle Scotney Castle is an English country house with formal gardens south-east of Lamberhurst in the valley of the River Bewl in Kent, England. It belongs to the National Trust. The gardens, which are a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a celebrated example of the Picturesque style, are open to the public.

Lamberhurst, Tunbridge Wells TN3 8JN Godinton House & Gardens Godinton is a remarkable country house, nestled in the heart of Kent. Dating back to the 14th century, the house today reflects the tastes of the last owner, Alan Wyndham Green: it is designed to feel comfortable and more informal than other properties – a house, rather than a museum, so that visitors can imagine what life might have been like here. Tours of the house are led by expert guides unravelling the 600 years of history and revealing an excellent country house collection of furniture, art, porcelain and curios.

Enjoy delicious homemade cakes, cream teas and refreshments in the old Billiard Room. A working estate with lovely walks, close to the picturesque village of Great Chart. Godinton Lane, Ashford, TN23 3BP Tel: 01233 643854 Oare Gunpowder Works Country Park Lying just outside of Faversham town centre Oare Gunpowder Works Country Park is a hidden gem waiting for you to discover. So pack some water, lunch and get ready to explore! A fantastic place to relax, enjoy wildlife and discover history. There is an almost eerie tranquility as one walks past the series of old gunpowder buildings and canals to the sound of singing birds and trickling water. This is a place with many stories to tell, latterly one of a ‘return to nature’ and a place of learning. Western Link, Faversham ME13 7UD http://www.gunpowderworks.co.uk/

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Update August 2020

e existing pandemic has of course affected the operation of Loose Amenities Association, no in and around Loose Community News blic events, no committee meetings in the pub, however the plants and trees on the land owned Loose Amenities Association - Update August 2020 the association has not stopped growing.

The existing pandemic has of course affected the operation of Loose Amenities Association, no public events, no committee meetings in the pub, however the plants and trees on the land owned by the association has not stopped e Lower Loose Valley stretching from the village of Loose to Bockingford has provided a great growing. The Lower Loose Valley stretching from the village of Loose to Bockingford has provided a great outdoor space door space for walking and enjoying the Flora and Fauna. To help everyone social distance we for walking and enjoying the Flora and Fauna. To help everyone social distance we have attempted to widen the paths ve attempted to widen the paths by cutting back the undergrowth in small controlled work by cutting back the undergrowth in small controlled work parties. The flower meadow (named Rainbow meadow) at the Loose end of the valley has provided an abundance of wild species, Knapweed, Agrimony, Hedge Woundwort, ties.

Germander Speedwell, St Johns Wort, Meadow Vetchling, Meadowsweet and Hogweed to name but a few.

e flower meadow (named Rainbow meadow) at the Loose end of the valley has provided an Soldier Beetles on the Hogweed, waiting for unsuspecting insects to feed on the flowers.

The changing face of Rainbow Meadow from February to June 2020. undance of wild species, Knapweed, Agrimony, Hedge Woundwort, Germander Speedwell, St In other parts of the valley we have to manage the woodland and individual trees, one area of concern, is the presence ns Wort, Meadow Vetchling, Meadowsweet and Hogweed to name but a few. of Ash Die-back. This is a fungus type disease, that restricts the water distribution within the tree, leading to leaf loss with

a tree canopy appearing bare, eventually the tree will die. We have already had to fell one 60 year old tree, and have a

dier Beetles on the Hogweed, waiting for unsuspecting insects to feed on the flowers. number of others on a watch list.

Loose Amenities Association is a registered charity with the aim of maintaining the Valley land and providing community events. If you would like to be involved when restrictions are eased please visit the website, www.loose-amenities.org.uk or Facebook page

he changing face of Rainbow Meadow from February to June 2020 The changing face of Rainbow Meadow from February to June 2020

n other parts of the valley we have to manage the woodland and individual trees, one area of In other parts of the valley we have to manage the woodland and individual trees, one area of oncern, is the presence of Ash Die‐back. This is a fungus type disease, that restricts the water To advertise call 01622 741824 18 concern, is the presence of Ash Die‐back. This is a fungus type disease, that restricts the water distribution within the tree, leading to leaf loss with a tree canopy appearing bare, eventually the distribution within the tree, leading to leaf loss with a tree canopy appearing bare, eventually the ree will die. We have already had to fell one 60 year old tree, and have a number of others on a tree will die. We have already had to fell one 60 year old tree, and have a number of others on a watch list. watch list. oose Amenities Association is a registered charity with the aim of maintaining the Valley land and Loose Amenities Association is a registered charity with the aim of maintaining the Valley land and providing community events. If you would like to be involved when restrictions are eased please providing community events. If you would like to be involved when restrictions are eased please

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We help Loose residents with...

Due to the pandemic, we Lifts to appointments • Library visits regret that we areandunable Shopping • Completing forms... lots more to provide our normal Call us on: 07909 812139 services at present. We We are a small, friendly organisation, and all volunteers are DBS checked.

No charge is made for any of our services, although donations are always hope towelcome beto help able to resume cover our costs. in the not too distant future.

We are grateful to the Loose Amenities Association and to Kent County Council, via our local county councillor, for helping us to set up this service.

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A defibrillator for the parish

has been purchased and installed in the Red Telephone Kiosk, on the Village Green, at the top of Old Loose Hill, just up from the McAlpine Allotments. A demonstration on its use was held at the Annual Parish Meeting on April 25, and also at the North Loose Residents’ Association, on May 12.

The Loose Parish Council would like to thank Community Heartbeat Trust and KCC Councillor Paulina Stockell, for funding this vital local resource.

To advertise call 01622 741824 or email sarah@inandaroundloose.co.uk

CLINICAL PILATES CLASSES AVAILABLE CALL 01622 762802

Maidstone Wellness Centre is a centre for health and healing in the Maidstone YMCA Osteopathy

Contact Gemma on: 01622 762802 / 07593 212364

Therapeutic Massage Contact Lorraine on: 07790 385809

Sports Massage Contact Shelly on: 07967 109638

Physiotherapy Contact Mark: 07794 711181

Acupuncture

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Reflexology / Aromatherapy Contact Lorraine on: 07790 385809

Food Intolerance Tests Contact Shelly: 07967 109638

Contact Melanie on: 07837 637465

Contact Lorraine: 07790 385809

Semi Permanent Make Up Contact Natalie on: 07545 619681

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Builders

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Funeral Services

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Car Services

Autospray Solutions

Computer Services JLM Network Services

Curtains and Blinds

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Decorators

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Ultimate Driveway Solutions

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Hairdressers 8 6

Doo Das

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Loose Wires

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Patio & Pathway’s

Ultimate Driveway Solutions

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Pest Control

Pest Purge Ltd

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Pet Care

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Pet Supplies & Food Mad About Dog

Plasterer

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Property Services

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Flynn Roofing Services

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MBK Design Studio

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Legal Services

Isla Law 20

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Roofing

Home Care Services

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Friendly & Reliable, Local family run business Established for over 10 years

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Hedge Cutting • Fencing Fence / Shed Painting • Garden Clearance General Help Around Your Garden All Waste Removed If Required

Call Neil on 07871 088119 or 01622 744511 info@thebigmow.co.uk Full Liability Insurance • Waste Transfer Licence

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• Fencing Supplied & Installed • Jet Washing • Hedge Trimming Topping & Removal • Turf Supplied and Laid • Garden Tidy Ups • Rubbish Clearance • Grass Cutting

Please call Rob for a free quote

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To advertise call 01622 741824 or email sarah@inandaroundloose.co.uk

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