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Welcome to the village directory Hi everyone, I must start my intro this month with an apology for July’s crossword puzzle. The supplier notified me of an error, but too late for me to make any changes, the magazines had already gone to print and there was nothing I could do.

As you can imagine, with 37,000 magazines being delivered, my email and telephone line have been hot with readers finding the “Simple Crossword” not so simple!

Most were good humoured and understanding, asking if it was April 1st! Unfortunately, I’m disappointed to say, one or two were rather curt and less understanding, but I suppose that’s life, we are not all the same. Life is not perfect and things go wrong now and then, especially, it seems, when running six magazines from the bottom of your garden (as I do), but I look on it as an opportunity to learn. I bet it really

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challenged your brains for a while though didn’t it! Normal service has now resumed so I hope you enjoy this month’s crossword.

July was certainly a challenge for me, my smartphone app, which I so proudly announced in the magazine, incurred a delay. The approval of the app by Apple was delayed, and without Apple approval I could not go live, even with the Android version. Hopefully by the time you read this the problem will be resolved and the app available for free download by anyone with a smartphone.

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Jackie Witcher - Tenterden & August ByDistrict Horticultural Society

After perusing over the last few months columns

delphiniums along with tall elegant Ht roses and climbers. Instead they have been blown over by the gales that keep hitting us in this SE corner. My selenium, (potato plant), was so badly hit that it looked like I had held a wedding in the garden.

All the blossom was blown off and lay forlornly on the ground. I have never known it before but even the clematis got wind burn!! Such a shame. I can honestly say that this peculiar weather has put my garden back by approximately three weeks. Not a raspberry or spring onion ready, not even a lilly out in bloom. Browsing round to find a few entries for the Summer Show that had no damage was like looking for hens teeth! I concluded that if I picked the few items that I had in the garden that was undamaged, I wouldn’t have a garden left at all!

So at the end of the day I opted out of the fruit, veg and flowers and entered all the cookery classes instead. I did re-sow my lost seeds, including the runners beans which had completely rotted in the ground, but it is looking rather dodgy as to how much will come through. All fingers are crossed.

that I have written I realise just how much I have mentioned the weather, it must be an English trait that talking about the weather plays such a huge part in our lives, so who am I to change things. The weather continues to be rather strange, but its been On a lighter note – at long last the top pergola the terrible winds that have devastated the garden. is finished, and it looks really lovely. Hubby put This time of year we are used to towering blousy

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the garden in some extra special effort to get it finished as I had two clematis that my lovely neighbour had given me as a gift to plant and their going to be trained up and over the pergola. I must admit I do admire it when I go up the garden as it looks almost Japanese. Now I must gingerly unravel the climbing rose from the arch and start to train it over the pergola. I have only one whinge and that is that pigeons have already moved in and are using it as a roost. Imagine the mess they are making on the patio. Mind you the rose has huge thorns, perhaps they won’t appreciate a few spikes up their bottoms and maybe that will deter them!

Now in the greenhouse things are going well. The

picnic cucumbers are really producing well and from the two plants that I have, I have six cucumbers ready. I can really recommend giving these a go, especially if there is only two of you. One cucumber would be more than enough for a nice salad or sandwich. Good job I have plenty of people who like cucumbers. The tomatoes have flowers but as yet no fruit, they are looking good and I have high hopes for a bumper crop. But the sweet pepper

just sits there unmoving, not a flower in sight. We shall wait and see on that one.

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now to report back on “those” lettuce.

What a waste of money. I am now down to three seedlings and they are really being nurtured. Its been ages since they went in and I have cropped a whole tub of Little Gem since. Needless to say I shan’t buy those again. And as for the basket tomatoes, they are growing……slowly. Normally by now I would be picking the odd one or two, again a bad buy. Once more I remind myself to stick to what varieties I know and trust. Will I ever learn? Trouble is the seed companies make them sound so exciting and different that you want to have a go, and I’m sure its not just me is it?

Coffee time and today I have hubbys company, that is after he’s finished mowing the lawn.

Because of the show I have some amazing cheese straws and shortbread that needs eating, both his favourites. Best I grab mine now before he comes in!

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2. Mince is fairly bland so you’ll need to add plenty of flavouring. Grated or very finely chopped onion and minced garlic form the basic flavouring but you add whatever dried or fresh herb, spice or seasoning you like. You’ll need to add 5-10ml (1-2tsp) salt and lots of freshly ground black pepper too.

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Step One: Clear out that clutter It’s boring but simple: sort through your stuff. All your stuff. Unless you’re absolutely certain you want to keep it where it is, then put it into boxes or bags marked for rubbish, recycling, giving away, mending or storing elsewhere. If it’s too painful to do this all at once, aim for one room per week, or else do ten minutes a day – then make a habit of keeping on top of it, with regular sortouts. You’ll be amazed how much extra space you find when your house is no longer crammed full of unnecessary clutter.

Step Two: Create super-efficient storage Every nook and cranny around your home can be used to store your possessions in a neat and organised fashion. Built-in cupboards make the most of space, as they can be made to fit into the most awkward of corners, and stretched right to the ceiling for maximum capacity. Paint them the same colour as the walls and they will blend in brilliantly. On the other hand, off-theshelf storage tends to be cheaper, more flexible and whether it’s a vintage French armoire or a cheap coloured plastic bucket, can be tailored to suit your style and budget.

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Step Four: Be flexible with furniture When you have run out of space, it makes sense to take a long, hard look at your furniture and make sure that every single piece is worth its place in your home. Simple, slender styles have the least impact in a small space, while pale or transparent pieces blend into the background, and anything raised on legs will make your room seem larger (because there is more visible floor area). In general, avoid deep upholstery, bulky outlines and fussy detailing.

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Pale colours seem to recede, enhancing a sense of spaciousness, while darker colours absorb light and therefore appear more enclosing. Colours on the ‘cool’ spectrum, such as blue and green, are more distancing than ‘warm’ colours such as red and yellow. Whites, off-whites and cool pastels are, therefore, perfect for making small spaces seem larger – and they look sophisticated and contemporary, too, especially when combined with the natural textures of materials such as timber and stone.

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Events August Sun 5th August 12 noon Rye Raft Race, see page 26.

4th & 5th August STUBBS CROSS ART EXHIBITIONS. in the MISSION HALL Magpie Hall Rd. Stubbs Cross TN26 1HG. This will feature the works of : Ursula Peters, Felicity Burch, Ken Blanshard, & Ann-Margaret Browne. the exhibition will be open from 10-00 am to 4-00 pm each day, admission is free and refreshments ie tea/coffee cakes & biscuits will be available.

Tai Chi For Health Taster Session Sat 4th August 10:00-12:00 £20 At Singleton Village Hall Ashford, Kent Tai Chi For Health programs are accessible for just about anyone, all ages and levels of fitness. The aim is to help you learn enough steps to practice at home, we will work at your pace and I provide you with a booklet to take home to continue to learn this gentle, relaxing form of exercise approved by Arthritis Care UK.

Sat 18th August and Sun19th August. ART EXHIBITION 10.00am until 6.00pm. An Art Exhibition is to be held in the Heysham Hall (Formerly Patrons next door to The Varne Fish and Chip Shop) Taylor Road, Lydd on Sea, TN29 9PA. Beautiful works of art will be on sale at reasonable prices. Free admission and parking. Contact A Warden 01797 367734 for further information.

18th & 19th Aug 10.30am to 5pm Flower Festival St Mary’s Church, Orlestone (at Hamstreet). Theme Village

Life Past & Present. Contact Angela 01233 732833 or Wendy 01233 732903.

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Royal Variety Performance 2011

Saturday 8th September 2012 Also starring

The Vintage Corporation 60s 70s band

The Sinden Theatre Homewood School, Ashford Road Tenterden, Kent TN30 6LT

In aid of “Find A Voice” Charity

BOX OFFICE : 01233 733 993 book online : www.thevintagecorporation.co.uk

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RYE HARBOUR NATURE RESERVE Camber Castle is open to the public on the first Saturday of the month from July to September, at 2pm for a guided tour. Admission £3 adults, £1.50 concessions, accompanied children free. There is no vehicle access, but the one mile walk from Rye is easy. For more information see www.WildRye. info/reserve/cambercastle. Events marked with a “C” are specifically aimed at children.

Wed Aug 1st 1.30 - 3pm C Minibeasts Bring the family to hunt for minibeasts hiding from view. Booking essential on 01797 227784.

Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre.

Charge £2 per child.

Fri Aug 3rd 10am – 12.30pm (2 miles) C Brilliant Birds: Come along and learn all about the birds that live here in the summer, and have a go at some birdy crafts. Suitable for accompanied children aged 5 and over. Booking essential on 01797 227784. Meet at Rye Harbour car park.

Charge £3 per child.

Sat Aug 4th 8am Caught in a trap! : A final chance to inspect the Rye Harbour moth traps. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre. Wheelchair accessible. Donations appreciated.

Wed Aug 8th 10 – 11.30am C Shrimping at Rye Harbour: Explore the shallow sea at low tide, looking for shrimps, crabs and flatfish. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing for paddling/wading in the sea. Booking essential on 01797 227784.

Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre.

Charge £2 per child.

Thu Aug 9th 10am – midday (2 miles) C Camber Castle for Kids: A guided walk through the Nature Reserve to look inside Camber Castle – one of Henry VIII’s fortifications. Suitable for accompanied children aged 5 and over. Booking essential on 01797 227784. Meet at Brede Lock.

Charge £2 per child.

Mon Aug 13th 1.30 – 3.30pm (2 miles) C Pond Dipping at Castle Water: A walk through the Nature Reserve to Castle Water to find out what wildlife lurks amongst the reeds. Booking essential on 01797 227784. Meet at Brede Lock. Charge £2 per child.

Thu Aug 16th 10am – 1pm C Crafty Creations: Drop in to the information centre and have a go at some wildlife-themed arts & crafts. Drop in to Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre. Charge £1 per item.

Tue Aug 21st 10.30am - 12 noon (1 mile)

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C Postcards from the beach: Come down to the beach, explore the strandline, and take home a postcard made from things you have found!

Booking essential on 01797 227784. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre. Charge £2 per child.

Wed Aug 22nd 10am - 1pm (2 miles) C Treasure Trail: Ahoy me hearties! Can you follow the map and clues to find the hidden treasure? There may be a prize if you can. Drop in to Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre. Charge £2 per trail sheet.

Fri Aug 24th 10.30am – 12noon (1mile) C Glorious Mud: Explore the saltmarsh looking for crabs and minibeasts hiding in the mud.

Wellies advisable! Booking essential on 01797 227784. Meet at Lime Kiln Cottage Information Centre. Charge £2 per child.

Sun Aug 26th 12noon - 3pm (2 miles) Camber Castle Bug Hunt and Picnic: A family picnic in Camber Castle will precede a hunt for freshwater wildlife, from frogs and newts to leeches in Castle Water. Meet at Brede Lock.

Donations appreciated.

Wed Aug 29th 6.30pm - dusk (2 miles) Birds, Bats and Bugs: An evening stroll to Ternery Pool followed by a closer look at some nocturnal creatures with the help of bat detectors.

Meet at Rye Harbour car park. Donations appreciated.

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A Proverbial Life...

Recently I had the pleasure of attending a local lunch and, for my sins, giving a short talk about my working life. Nothing unusual in that you may think. However, it was one of the most enjoyable and thought provoking experiences I’ve had for a long time. As it turned out I was the only female amongst a group of approximately forty men, the majority of whom were retired and with an average age of approximately seventy - many a deal older.

To a man they were suited and booted to perfection; their dark suits or blazers worn with an upright bearing and unconscious pride. Each suit immaculately pressed, every shirt crisply ironed, all ties neatly knotted, proper handkerchiefs tucked into breast pockets and the shoes, polished and buffed to a high sheen with not a trainer or casual loafer in sight. They looked magnificent.

Similar attention had also been paid to their personal grooming. There wasn’t a hint of designer stubble gracing any chin or cheeks; those who sported beards or moustaches had taken care to trim and comb them into neatness. Each man had a ‘proper’ haircut and there was evidence of the judicious use of hair creams and oils. There was the most wonderful whiff of plain soap, and the faintest hint of aftershave; nothing floral or light but strong spicy and masculine.

Jewellery was discrete: a wedding band, single signet ring, tie pin or chunky cufflinks at wrists. No gold chains, bracelets or similar paraphernalia were on display – if they owned such items they had either tucked them out of sight or left them at home. The only earrings I spotted were worn by the waitresses. I did, however, spot several copper bands; worn no doubt for medicinal purposes.

They greeted me with firm handshakes, offers of refreshments, gentle teasing and oh so subtle flirting. They stood when I entered the room and when I left the table. They spoke of their wives, children and grandchildren.

Photos were proudly whipped from wallets and passed around to be admired and discussed. In short they were totally charming and lovely.

Clothes (and manners) maketh the man It may be that they weren’t all solely responsible for their dapper appearance.

Perhaps a wife or partner had ironed the crisp shirts, or pressed the wrinkle free suits – no matter, the overall effect was that standards had been met.

On the way home I stopped to buy some stamps.

In the queue in front of me was a good looking teenage boy. Jeans slung artfully half way down his buttocks, displayed six inches of bright red, silk boxer shorts. His hair had been teased and combed into a soft fluffy halo, with a long floppy fringe that fell over one eye.

On his wrists were countless plaited thread bracelets; brightly coloured plastic strands circled his neck. He was rocking gently to the music plugged into his ears and eating from a large bag of sweets. He smelt wonderful and looked rather beautiful.

I had to give him a gentle nudge and point out that he was next to be served. He turned, smiled, offered a sweet from the bag and stood to one side: “Ladies first.”

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Rye Raft Race Fete Fully Booked On the 5th August, Rye and District Lions Club will be running their 34th Annual Rye Raft Race and Fete. Such has been the demand for stalls, rides etc., for the Fete, that the Lions had to call a halt to the number that could be accommodated and the total is now over 50 stalls and other rides. On the Salts at Rye there will be a barbecue, beer tent, live music, rides for children, including a huge bouncy castle and go-carts, ice-creams and many other attractions including crafts. The fete opens at noon and there is ample car parking on the

from both the East bank and the fishermen’s quay. The fancy dressed crews on their decorated rafts bombard each other with flour and water bombs, with many spectators enthusiastically joining in. However, there is a strict ban on throwing anything hard or that could cause an injury, such as eggs or fruit.

There are six different classes in the Race and the winning raft of each class wins a trophy and certificates are presented to all rafters by Hastings and Rye MP, Amber Rudd, and Rye’s Mayor, Shaun Rogers.

Lions Raft Race car park, which is located over the river bridge on the A259, New Road, the road towards Camber. This only costs £2 for the day, which includes a copy of the 70 page programme.

The notable thing about both the Fete and the Raft Race is that both events are free to the public, although the Lions will be looking for donations in their collecting buckets.

All proceeds from the day, including the sponsorship raised by the Rafts are donated to charity and, as always with the Lions, there are no deductions for admin. So for a fun day, go along to The Salts and River Rother at Rye on Sunday 5th August from 12 noon.

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The actual Raft Race starts at 2pm, subject to tidal conditions, and rafts start assembling at 12.30pm. Whilst entries are still coming in, the Lions say that a few more rafts could be accepted and entry packs can be obtained by ringing 0845 833 2825. The rafts will compete over a 3-lap course downstream form the road bridge with ample space for viewing

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There’s never been a better time to Get into golf Get into golf is a national campaign to inspire adults (16+) to take up golf and it supports the plan to make England the world’s leading golf nation by 2020.

The Kent Golf Partnership is backing the campaign and offers taster sessions across the county for mixed groups, women-only and for families. They are all run by PGA professionals and you will receive a basic introduction to the game, together with information about club membership and follow-on coaching opportunities.

Across the country there are 100s of golf coaching taster sessions on offer. These sessions are low-cost or free and equipment is usually provided. So, all you need to do is book and turn up on the day in comfortable clothing. Come on your own, or bring your friends.

It’s never been easier to get started To find your nearest centre visit getintogolf.org and look at the activity map or call 0800 118 2766

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CLUBS & SOCIETIES

Tenterden No Partner Required! Two Left Come and join Feet Cured! the new beginners course at Tenterden’s line dance club.

Thursday evening at 7pm . Call 01233 850565 or 07873579581 for more information.

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Tenterden Singers T: Martin Bailey 01233 820322 Rehearsals on Tuesday evenings 8pm in the Music Block of Homewood School.

Musical Director: Stephen Pusey Ashford Ramblers www.ashford-ramblers.org.uk T: 01233 668762 The Tenterden Club Church Road, Tenterden T: 01580 762888 Angling Society 01580 765157 Tenterden Badminton Club T: 01233 633488 Bowls Club T: 01580 766659 Tenterden Cricket Club T: Mr. J.r. Gillett, 01580 762087 Tenterden Golf Club T: 01580 763987

Tenterden & District Motor Cycle Club Keith Francis 07740 974592 Info@tenterdenanddistrictmcc.co.uk www.tenterdenanddistrictmcc.co.uk

Tenterden & District Horticultural Soc. T: 01580 764505 Tenterden & District Local History Society T: 01233 770082 Tenterden & District Museum Assoc. Tenterden Museum T: 01580 764310 Tenterdenmuseum@yahoo.co.uk

Marsh Warblers Mr. D. Dedrick T: 01580 763377 www.tonysing.me.uk/mw/ Homewood And District Astronomical Association (Hadas) www.hadastro.org.uk Meets 2nd Thurs of each month, 7.30pm, Homewood School.

Martin Frey: 01233 758222 Royal British Legion. 2nd Tuesday of every month (except Jan, Aug & Dec) 7.30pm White Lion Hotel. Call Bill Chantler.

01580 763 266.

Women’s Institute: Tenterden: Mrs A Miller, 01580 761994 St. Michaels: Mrs B. Watkins 01580 765085 enquiries@tenterdengolfclub.co.uk Tenterden Glebe: London Beach Golf Club Judith Pickford Tel: 01580 762200 T: 01580 766279 Young Wives: St. Michaels Tenterden Angling & Preservation Mrs. J. Coombs 01580 763733 Soc. Mac Lawrence 01580 765157 Tenterden and District Twinning Association, (twinned with mlawrence01262@btinternet.com Avallon, France) Contact Jean Tenterden Tennis Club Anderson 01580 763459 T: 01580 762440 jean.anderson1@mypostoffice.co.uk Homewood Badminton Club Tenterden Day Centre, Church Tuesday Evenings At Tenterden Road, Tenterden. Contact Sally Leisure Centre. Contact Doreen Pettengell 01580 762882 Mackey 01580 762965 Weald Of Kent Art Group Lions Club Of Tenterden Mrs Pat Lock (Secretary) John Mills Tel: 01580 761962 T: 01634 865395 or Mr Gareth Free Lipreading Tuition for Smith (Chairman) 01233 850508 the hearing impaired; Friday Sinden Theatre afternoons, Tenterden. Contact Homewood School Contact: Susan 01233 613198 (5 - 7pm) Dave Hutton T: 01580 764222

Ext 284, or 07821 608342 W:www.sindentheatre.com Benenden Players www.benendenplayers.co.uk Tenterden Operatic & Dramatic Society Mrs. A. Patrick 01580 241966 www.tods.me.uk Tenterden Youth Club Mr K Thornton 01233 850310 Tenterden U3A T: Caroline Wycherley 01580 766878. If you are over 50 with time to spare, the U3A offers you leisure activities and an opportunity to meet likeminded people in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Weald U3A - For the dynamic over-50’s, friendly monthly meetings in Tenterden & wide choice of Interest groups Contact Jean Morgan: 01233 770321 jamjah@tiscali.co.uk St Michaels Village Community Group Meet once a month, please check our website for event information and details of our next meeting www.stmichaelsvillage.com Learn Real French Weekly discussion group, in Tenterden T: 07771 601986 www. learnrealfrench.com Parkinson’s UK, Ashford Branch.

Meets 1st Wednesday of every month at Godinton Village Hall, Loudon Way, Ashford. For information call Mike Wharrad – 01233 623530 Tenterden Active Retirement Association (TenARA) Maggie Rennie T: 01580 766276 maggierennie@btinternet. com Teri Witcher 01580 763892 teriwtent@btinternet.com Tenterden Spiritualists - Highbury Hall. Highbury Lane. TN30 6LE, every Sat evening, from 6pm to 8.30pm. Evenings of Clairvoyance with a different medium every week, healing is available, and refreshments afterwards, all are welcomed. Contact David Burgess 01233 756127 davidburgess127@ btinternet.com

the home Tenterden Cycling Club For Tenterden & St Michaels & surrounding areas.

Suitable for all abilities, from beginners onwards.

Experienced riders needed to help with leading rides in my absence, as well as offering support and advice for new riders. Contact Ian McCormick by email or text, email preferred TN30CC - Cycling Club. Email, tn30cc@sky.com, T/txt, 07724141115. local web: www.tenterdentown.co.uk/tn30cc Local rides out from Tenterden most weeks Tenterden Bowls Club Recreation Ground Road.

Come and join our 100 year old outdoor club in Tenterden. Fresh air, gentle exercise, good company, new friends, good fun for 8 to 80+ year olds. Come and have a free trial on Tuesday 5th June 14.00 - 16.00 Yoga Wednesday evening 8.00pm -9.15 pm. in the Dance studio at Homewood School (block d). All abilities welcome £6.00 per session. please contact Sue Wainwright on 01622890746 mob.

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Rye Harbour Sailing Club membership is open

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to everyone who is interested in cruiser or dinghy sailing on tidal waters. Contact Richard Hopper Membership Secretary for full details. Phone 01797 222291, email richard@richardhopper.plus. com or visit our website www.rhsc.org.uk

Plentiful Poetry at the Peace and Plenty pub, Playden Last Thursday of every month enjoy a relaxed evening, over a glass of wine in the company of likeminded poetry enthusiasts, with readings and recitations by local and international poetry performers. Ease into wine and whimsy, including a sampler platter, by the fireside. For bookings call Bob on 01797 280342

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Simon Eden Skilled lead worker with portfolio of past work will undertake all aspects of lead work from flashings to dormers, and lead welding.

Lead work / roof repairs No job too small including gutters and general roof repairs.

For a free estimate phone 07711837446 email: speden1@msn.com

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Rotary Club Of Tenterden Clive Wilson 01580 765734 www.rotary1120.org/tenterden Rye & Winchelsea Rotary Club Membership: 01797 225739 Meetings: 01797 226380 Tenterden & District Residents’ Assoc. Chris Mason 01580 765199 www.tdra.org.uk Iden & Playden Garden Society Tel: Morris Metcalf 01797 280205

NSPCC: Tenterden & District Mrs J Coombs 01580 763733 Tenterden & District National Trust Association Membership: Ann Stevens 01580 764791 Pregnancy Sickness Support Kent and Sussex www.pregnancysicknesssupport. org.uk/ Contact: Denise Clifford deniseclifford@btinternet.com

Transport

0845 770 8090 0800 783 8866

Bus Enquiries Arriva Bus Enqs: 0844 800 44 11 Rye Tourist Information Centre Stage Coach East Kent: www.visitrye.co.uk 01797 229049 0800 111 999 Sinden Theatre (Arts College) 01580 0871 200 22 33(Timetable) Details on tank 763826 www.sindentheatre.biz 08456 00 22 99(Customer Services) National Train Enquiries info@sindentheatre.biz Doctors Surgery www.nationalrail.co.uk Ivy Court, Tenterden 01580 763666 Wealden Wheels 01233 840000 Charities East Cross Health Clinic Mobile: Kevin: 07821 Tenterden Charities 01580 262 000 387727 Michael Wells 01580 762353 Rye Medical Centre 01797 223333 John: 07851 395210 Volunteer Bureau Town Hall, 24 Tenterden Counselling Service Rye & District Community High Street. Tenterden, Tn30 6an Confidential Tel: 0776 968 3347 Transport 01797 227722 01580 765819 www.tenterdencounselling.org.uk Rother Voluntary Action 01797 229600 Veterinary Practices Age Concern 01580 764158 Rye 01797 222265 CARM 01233 758122 Tenterden 01580 763309 Village Halls Carmromneymarsh@supanet.com Rye Town Council 01797 223902 www.carmromneymarsh.org.uk Camber 01797 226887 Tenterden Town Council Parkinson’s UK, Ashford Branch St. Michaels 01580 766811 01580 762271 Contact Mike Wharrad Stone in Oxney 01233 758362 Parish Councils: 01233 623530 Rolvenden Rolvenden 01580 241347 Royal British Legion 01580 241211 / 07874214916 Tenterden 01580 762271 Neil Beaven e: neilbeaven@aol.com Wittersham 01797 270 656 Wittersham 07944 183798 Tel: 01580766880 Biddenden 01580 291320 Ashford Borough Council Women’s Section: 2nd Tenterden Scout Hall 01233 637311www.ashford.gov.uk N. Holman 01580 762302 01797 270 790 Tenterden Office: 01580 764066 St. John Ambulance Brigade Rye Harbour 01797 223 631 Russel Parkin 01580 766245 Playden 01797 223 113 Citizens Advice Bureau S E Kent Multiple Sclerosis Society 01233 626185 07767 326138 Is your Village Hall listed? mssoutheast@gmail.com Homewood School & Sixth Form Tenterden Active Retirement (Tenara) Send details to: Centre 01580 764222 info@thevillagedirectory.co.uk Chair: Teri Witcher 01580 763892 Rye Primary School 01797 222825 E:Teriwtent@btinternet.com Rye College 01797 222545 Tenterden Disabled In Action Church Halls Kent Adult Education Tenterden Day Centre Homewood Centre, Homewood Tenterden 01580 761060 School: 01580 764356 Methodist Church e: Tdiatenterden@tiscali.co.uk Rye College: 01797 222545 Mrs S.Delgarno 01580 764981 St. Mildred’s Church If any of the above information is incorrect please let us M. Boughton 01797 270770 know by calling 01233 720488. Thank you Disclaimer: Every care is taken to ensure this directory is as accurate as possible but the publishers do not accept responsibility for any loss or damage resulting from errors or omissions.

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