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Editor’s Letter Dear Residents, local groups and advertisers,

Welcome to the latest edition of your local ‘In and Around Loose’ magazine. We have now launched our brand new website which compliments our community bi-monthly publication. We will be working hard over the next few months developing the website to ensure customers and residents benefit from our on-line digital services and content.

Visit www.inanandaroundloose.co.uk Forthcoming Printed Editions

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Jan 19 / Feb 19

Mar 19 / Apr 19 May 19 / Jun 19 Jul 19 / Aug 19 Sep 19 / Oct 19

Nov 19 / Dec 19

First weekend of January First weekend of March First weekend of May First weekend of July First weekend of September First weekend of November

In addition we have teamed up with Loose council and local groups in order to provide residents with up to date information, links and news for our neighbourhood.

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in and around Loose Community News News from North Loose Residents’ Association At 6 00am on Tuesday 16th October we started our latest Traffic Survey. We needed to know the number of traffic movements north and south on Sutton Road compared to the number of traffic movements north and south on Loose Road. Our instinct was that Loose Road carried more traffic. By the end of the first two hour ‘shift’ some 5000 vehicles had been counted and the pollution from the exhaust fumes was obvious and unpleasant.

By the end of the survey at 7 00pm we had counted over 33000 vehicles and Loose Road indeed carried 6% more traffic than Sutton Road. That might not seem that significant but it is a difference of a 1000 vehicles and with the average length of a vehicle being about 12 feet, it is the equivalent of a ‘nose to tail’ line of traffic well over 2 miles long. Once we have analysed all the data we will present our findings to MBC. The planters on Boughton Lane continue to draw compliments from everyone. Everyone who tended them so carefully throughout the summer have agreed to carry on. This means that we can look forward to marvellous floral displays on this important area of our community for the foreseeable future.

We will be back in our Ancient Woodland off Pheasant Lane on the first Saturday of the month from now until next Spring. There is always plenty to do so if you would like to help please contact david@northloose. co.uk It really is very enjoyable – good for you and good for the woodland!

The Loose Ends Club for our more senior residents continues to be hugely popular. It is held on the third Wednesday of the month between 1 45 and 3 45pm at the Y Centre. There is a talk on Flower Arranging with a Christmas theme in November followed by the Christmas lunch in December of course with music from the great Mick Abbott. Please email richard@northloose. co.uk for more details events for Loose Amenities Association News from Loose Amenties Carols around the Tree - Thursday 20th December 2018 Traditional Christmas carols accompanied by a brass band, hot mince pies and mulled wine. This event will be taking place on a Thursday this year.

This is a free event.

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Loose Footpaths Group Walk Sunday 18th November 2018 Meet 10.30am at Teston Bridge Car Park for a 3½ mile walk east along the river Medway towards Barming Bridge, then south to West Farleigh Green.

Return N/NE to Teston.

Contact leader on 01622 747105 Assistance dogs only Loose Footpaths Group Walk Sunday 9th December 2018 Meet 10am in the Fowler’s Car Park, Dickens Way (free) off the A268 Rye Road (TQ764304) (TN18 4PQ) for a 5 mile walk circling Hawkhurst. There is a choice of good pubs for lunch afterwards.

Contact leader on 01622 743145 Assistance dogs only Loose Valley Women’s Institute... are looking to recruit more members. We meet on the 1st Wednesday in the month except August, between the hours of 7.30 pm until 9.30 pm at King George V Pavilion, Walnut Tree Lane. You will be assured of a warm welcome. We have a variety of speakers during the year and activities include, scrabble, whilst, rummicub, pub lunches and quizzes to name but a few.

Why not come along and give it a try.

For further details phone Lynne 01622 743915.

Loose Swiss Scouts... will be holding their next jumble sale at the Vine, Boughton Lane, Loose, New Line Learning site, on Saturday 19th January 2019. We can no longer accept duvets, electrical items and no big or bulky items.

Jumble sale will open at 1.00 pm admission 50p.

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LOOSE PARISH COUNCIL CLERK: Kim Owen

CLERK: Kim Owen Holly Glade Pembroke Road Coxheath Maidstone ME17 4QJ Holly Glade Pembroke Road Coxheath Maidstone ME1 Tel: 07855 000156 (Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.00pm) Tel: 07855 000156 (Mon‐Fri 9.00am‐5.00pm) Website: www.loosepc.kentparishes.gov.uk website: www.loosepc.kentparishes.gov.uk E-mail: office@loose-pc.gov.uk

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Members of the public are welcome to attend any of the parish council meetings listed below. Meetings are held at listed below. Meetings are held at the Loose Parish Pavilion, King George V the Loose Parish Pavilion, King George V playing field, Walnut Tree Lane, Loose, ME15 9RG. Agendas are ‘published’ field, Walnut Tree Lane, Loose. Agendas are ‘published’ the week before the m the week before the meeting, on the parish council website and on the three noticeboards along the Loose/Linton Road (outside Loose Primary School, top of Old Loose Hill (Post Office end) and corner of Holmesdale Close). Please on the parish council website and on the three noticeboards along the Loose note:- SomeRoad (outside Loose Primary School, top of Old Loose Hill (Post Office end) and meetings may be subject to change.

Nov 12 - of Holmesdale Close). Please note:‐ Some meetings may be subject to change.

7.30pm - Pavilion & Playing Field Committee Nov 19 - 6.45pm - Planning Committee

7.30pm - Loose Parish Council Nov 26 - May 14 – Loose Parish Council’s Planning Committee meeting – 6.45‐7.30pm 7.30pm - Environment Committee N.B. This meeting will only take place should applications be received Dec 3 - 7.45pm - Finance & Administration Committee Dec 10 - 6.45pm - Planning Committee May 14 – Loose Fete Working Group Meeting ‐7.30‐9pm 7.30pm - Loose Parish Council Main Meeting

(n.b. 2nd Monday, rather than 3rd)

Jan 7 - 7.30pm - Planning Committee

May 21 – Loose Parish Council Annual General Meeting – 7‐9pm

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COFFEE MORNING Parking at KGVPF KGV Pavilion, Walnut Tree Lane, Loose Parish Council would like to remind residents

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that the KGV car park, Walnut Tree Lane, Loose, is locked at 6pm each evening unless the pavilion is in use. Any cars left in the car park after this time will be locked in until the gates are opened the following morning.

Everyone Welcome!

Weds 14th NovSept & Dec18 18 Weds 12th (9am-12 noon)

then ongoing every 2nd Weds in the month

Loose Parish Council would like to wish all its residents a very Happy Christmas and New Year

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Keep Me Updated Community Alerts from your local Council, emailed to your inbox

To register, please visit: www.loosepc.kentparishes.gov.uk/keep-me-updated

The parish council is introducing a Community Alert email Information service to all residents, The parish council is introducing a Community Alert from councillors and clerks, and is held on the King plus any other interested parties, who have access to the internet. email Information service to all residents, plus any George V playing field, which is owned by the LPC, interested parties, who have access to the other its organisation and success has much to do with the So that this can be accomplished, a database of individuals, businesses and community groups, internet. support received from other people. This primarily needs to be collated. If you would like to register for this service, please follow the link on the consists of members of North Loose Residents website, or aemail the of Communications Clerk, and Anne Rigby, from on Soparish that this council can be accomplished, database Association,& AllMedia Saints Church individuals office@loose‐pc.gov.uk. individuals, businesses and community groups, needs the local community. Plus, the sponsorship from local collated. If you would like to register for this to be businesses, including Nellsar Care Homes, who fund It is envisaged that the Community Alert Service will cover anything of interest in the local area. service, please follow the link on the parish council the printing of the Fete programme, Ward & Partners, This includes Loose Parish Council, Police & Community updates; Trading Standards website, or email the Communications & Media Clerk, who help Warden with the advertising of the event, Vets4Pets info; events in the local area; local community information, traffic info & local road closures. If Anne Rigby, on office@loose-pc.gov.uk. who sponsor the Fun Dog Show element and Albany there is anything else you would like to see included, please get in touch.

Funerals, who this year kindly helped sponsor the It is envisaged that the Community Alert Service will cover anything of interest in the local area. This includes Loose Parish Council, Police & Community

Warden updates; Trading Standards info; events in the local area; local community information, traffic info & local road closures. If there is anything else you would like to see included, please get in touch.

The Loose Fete – A Vintage Year Many thanks to all those individuals, stallholders and helpers, who attended the Loose Village Fete and Fun Dog Show, held on the King George V playing field, and helped to make the day such a great success.

(The near perfect weather also helped).

The fete raised a record amount of £2044.16 towards the KGV Community Hub project. Visit the website www.loosevillagefete.wixsite.com/loose-village-fete for more pictures and details.

Future of Fete hangs in balance Despite the success of this year’s event, the Loose Fete’s survival is dependant on people coming forward to help in its planning. Although, the Fete is run under the banner of the LPC, with support

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The fete is well-supported and much enjoyed and is very much a community event, but like any enterprise, it requires preparation and planning in the preceding months. This is currently undertaken by a very small working group. The fact is that as the event grows, more such volunteers, prepared to be involved from the start, in January, (rather than just on the day) are required. If you live or work in the Loose Area, we would be interested to hear from you.

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Kent Woodturners’ Winter Exhibition Aylesford Discover a host of woodturned items for sale, all handmade by the local Woodturners’ Club.

Exhibition From: 3 Nov 2018 To 18 Nov 2018 The Friars - Aylesford, Maidstone 5,000 Poppies Maidstone Taking inspiration from a small Australian community project, 5,000 poppies has become an international project in commemoration of 100 years of the Armistice.

Golding Vision invite you to be a part of Maidstone’s own tribute, culminating in a stunning display of all the poppies made.

Exhibition From: 6 Nov 2018 To 21 Dec 2018 Maidstone Museums, Maidstone The Ghost Train Maidstone This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Samuel French. The Willington Players present The Ghost Train. Terror on the Tracks!

When a group of strangers find themselves stranded at a rural train station in the remote Cornish countryside...

Performance From: 6 Nov 2018 To 10 Nov 2018 Hazlitt Theatre, Maidstone Memories Day - Manufacturing Maidstone Did you work at Len Cabinet Works? Trebor Sharps Toffee? Or any of Maidstone’s other large industrial manufacturers, now disappeared. Come and join us to meet others, share your memories and help us record them.

Event From: 16 Nov 2018 To 16 Nov 2018 Maidstone Museums, Maidstone

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A Time For Peace Mote Park, Maidstone Maidstone Wind Symphony, Maidstone Choral Union and friends present: A massed Concert of Remembrance including The Armed Man, marking 100 years since the end of the First World War. Also featuring BBC Young Musician of the Year finalist Matilda Lloyd (trumpet) Concert From: 10 Nov 2018 To 10 Nov 2018 Antiques & Collectors Fair Maidstone, Detling You can find wonderful things at the Antiques & Collectors Fair. If you are looking for the unusual then this is the place to go to. Dealers work hard to offer you a wide choice of items that you won’t find on the High Street.

Fete / Fair From: 10 Nov 2018 To 11 Nov 2018 From: 12 Jan 2019 To 13 Jan 2019 Kent Event and Exhibition Centre, Detling Family Science Day Maidstone Come and enjoy a family-friendly science session as we explore crazy liquids and fun science experiments using everyday household materials.

Session 1: 10.30am – 12pm Session 2: 1pm – 2.30pm Event From: 17 Nov 2018 To 17 Nov Maidstone Museums, Maidstone Christmas Market Maidstone Visit the Christmas Market on the Cedar Lawn overlooking the Castle to discover a splendid array of seasonal gifts, toys, festive decorations, specialist food and drink. Children and adults alike will be enchanted by the reindeer and birds of prey.

Fete / Fair From: 24 Nov 2018 To 25 Nov 2018 From: 1 Dec 2018 To 2 Dec 2018 From: 8 Dec 2018 To 9 Dec 2018 From: 15 Dec 2018 To 16 Dec 2018 Leeds Castle, Maidstone

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Discover Hibernation Station Sandling, Maidstone Come along and find out all about hedgehogs and how they live, create your own clay hedgehog and explore the hedgehog trail!

Show / Display From: 25 Nov 2018 To 25 Nov 2018 Kent Wildlife Trust Tyland Barn Visitor Centre, Maidstone

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Maidstone A new monthly event inviting you to come behind the scenes and discover some of the hidden objects in our amazing collections.

Lecture From: 8 Jan 2019 To 8 Jan 2019 Maidstone Museums, Maidstone

Drop In Christmas Crafts Maidstone A fun crafting session for the whole family.

Drop in throughout the day to make some elf bunting and a clay decoration to take home and decorate your Christmas tree.

Event From: 8 Dec 2018 To 8 Dec 2018 From: 15 Dec 2018 To 15 Dec 2018 From: 22 Dec 2018 To 22 Dec 2018 Maidstone Museums, Maidstone Christmas Market Maidstone Come and browse a range of stalls selling local produce and handmade gifts and presents.

Markets From: 8 Dec 2018 To 8 Dec 2018 From: 15 Dec 2018 To 15 Dec 2018 Maidstone Museums, Maidstone New Year’s Eve In The Fairfax Hall Maidstone

Non-members welcome. Admission £4. Pay at the door.

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(PLEASE NOTE: FROM JANUARY 2019 LOOSE HISTORY SOCIETY MEETINGS WILL TAKE PLACE ON THE SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH IN THE PAVILION ON KING GEORGE V PLAYING FIELD)

Say goodbye to the old year and celebrate the start of the new at “the loveliest castle in the world”. The evening begins with a chilled glass of Champagne served in the Terrace Room of the 17th Century Fairfax Hall with spectacular views of the 900 year old Castle across the moat.

Show / Display From: 31 Dec 2018 To 31 Dec 2018

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HAND MADE ‘MID WINTER MARKET’ The Tithe Barn, Lenham Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th November 2018 10am – 4pm Entrance £2 Orchids is proud to present its 7th Kent craft and producer event which will again take place in the majestic 14th century tithe barn, nestled behind St Mary’s Church, Lenham.

Both exhibitors and visitors regard the Mid Winter Market a leading event in Kent, as it celebrates the best in both high-end design and craftsmanship. Makers and producers will be on hand throughout the weekend to talk about the ideas and processes that shape their work, offering you an ideal opportunity to browse, buy or commission work directly from them. This year’s programme includes 30 new local artisans. Please visit the website (www.orchidsoccasions.co.uk ) to see full details of the exhibitors.

A regular visitor to our events says that “the Mid Winter Market has an excellent reputation, bringing

together hand- picked, talented designers under one roof, avoiding the hustle and bustle of the high street. I bought gifts and ‘goodies’ to pamper myself and loved ones”.

So, come and experience the unique and exclusive setting whilst enjoying homemade soups, cakes and beverages, including mulled wine, from our café. would also like to take this opportunity to thank We everyone who supported the Mid Summer Market

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in and around Loose Community News LOOSE GIRLS ON THE LOOK OUT FOR PEOPLE WANTING NEW ADVENTURES Girls and young women from Loose are calling for more volunteers to help enrich their lives whilst giving volunteers the chance to experience new opportunities and adventures in their community.

Loose Brownies have become so popular that they need more volunteers to help give every girl the opportunities offered through guiding. Loose Guides have so many girls on their waiting list that we have opened a second group to keep up with the demand and need support from additional volunteers to make this a success.

Ros Vaughan, the leader who is hoping to run the second Guide group, said: “It’s incredibly rewarding to volunteer with Girlguiding. I get so much out of seeing girls develop their confidence in a safe, girl-only space. I’ve made brilliant friends and learnt so many new skills – I would recommend guiding to everyone!”

The Loose area is hoping that some additional volunteers come forward to help support Ros to enable these girls join Girlguiding and continue to develop skills and have fun in a safe environment.

Girls at both Loose Brownies and Guides enjoy a hugely varied, girl-led programme of activities, incorporating everything from world issues and science to adventure sports, social action and international travel.

Whether you can offer a few hours every month or every week, we would like to hear from you.

If you’d like to find out more about volunteering with Girlguiding please contact Hilary Carter via boughtonvaledivision@girlguidingkentweald.org.uk.

However, it’s the benefits to the volunteer that are often over looked. Whether it is a chance to make new friends, learn new skills, experience international travel or take part in adventurous activities, volunteering with Girlguiding offers a range of possibilities. For many it’s an excuse to take a break from the everyday routine.

To find out more about Girlguiding, the UK’s leading charity for girls and young women, call 0800 169 5901 or visit www.girlguiding.org.uk

Lucy Hegarty, a local leader, said: “Guides is my way to de-stress after a long week at work. Whether it’s completing a craft whilst hearing about the girls’ news for the week or canoeing on a sunny evening in June, it provides me with a lot of laughs and a complete break from my work life.”

Girlguiding welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds, abilities and faiths. There are already Leaders at both Loose Brownies and Loose Guides who are there to help support and mentor any new volunteers.

Volunteering with Girlguiding is very flexible and can fit around a busy lifestyle.

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