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The village directory Delivered by Delivered by Delivered by O C T O B E R 20 12 Brush and Vac Brush and Vac Friendly, Clean, Reliable Service Every Type Of Flue Swept Pots, Cowls & Bird Guards Fitted Stove Installations NAC’s Certificates Issued Fully Insured Best Possible Prices on all Fires Local Family Run Business Weddings Attended All Areas Covered Chimney Sweeping Services & Stove Installation Call 01303 221008 Mobile: 07857 344770 www.benskoservices.co.uk email: [email protected] 70 for Wye and surrounding villages and surrounding villages

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The Village Directory, a community and advertising magazine delivered monthly to every rural home and village in the borough of Ashford Kent

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  • The village directoryDelivered byDelivered byDelivered by

    OCTOBER

    2012

    Brush and VacBrush and VacFriendly, Clean, Reliable Service

    Every Type Of Flue SweptPots, Cowls & Bird Guards Fitted

    Stove InstallationsNACs Certifi cates Issued

    Fully InsuredBest Possible Prices on all Fires

    Local Family Run BusinessWeddings Attended

    All Areas Covered

    Chimney Sweeping Services& Stove Installation

    Call 01303 221008 Mobile: 07857 344770 www.benskoservices.co.uk email: [email protected]

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    for Wye and surrounding villages and surrounding villages

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    MARY HEMSLEY INTERIORSHandmade Curtains Tracks & Poles

    Blinds Wallpapers UpholsteryDesigner Fabrics

    01233 813717150 Bridge Street, Wye, TN25 5DP

    NEEDLES & PINSREPAIR AND ALTERATION SERVICE

    Zips & Trouser / Skirt Shortening from 4.50HAND SEWN CURTAINS

    FREE COLLECTION / DELIVERY SERVICECall Christina 01303 864280

    Paul Smith Plumbing ServicesFOR ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS

    FREE ESTIMATESCall Paul on 01303 812965

    07794005909

    Tel 01303 813930 Email [email protected] www.elanjazz.com

    Learn to play jazz pianop

    REPAIRS TO...WASHING MACHINES COOKERS (ELECTRIC)WASHING MACHINES COOKERS (ELECTRIC)

    TUMBLE DRIERS DYSON VACUUM SPECIALISTTUMBLE DRIERS DYSON VACUUM SPECIALISTCall Garry on 07958 640152Call Garry on 07958 640152

    01233 632329

    Real bread, bunsand pastries

    Open 8.30 to 5 on Tues, Thurs & Fri 9 to 1 on Saturdays

    22 Church Street, Wye TN25 5BJ01233 812218 [email protected]

    Wye Community FarmWye Community Farm Native Breed Beef, Pork & Lamb

    Produced especially for you by our pioneering community project.

    www.wyecommunityfarm.org.uk 01233 813298

    TAYLOR MAR TINHAIRHAIR

    T INR TINFor An Appointment

    01233 502719 Closed on Wednesdays

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    Hi everyone,

    As we enter the autumn season Christmas is already on the menu and the decorative holly is already being splashed around (in the magazine of course, not at home!) And now fi rewood and chimney sweeping is on the agenda.

    Im particularly looking forward to this winter, as I hope to save loads of money on my heating bills, Ive just had a wood burner installed that links up to my central heating. It was installed in June (thanks to Bruce from Bensko), and with all that horrible weather we had I actually lit the fi re to give it a good test. I cant believe we had an evening in front of the fi re in June. It worked brilliantly, I was beginning to think my gas bill would require a second mortgage, its becoming ridiculous. My new challenge for the winter is to tame my electricity bill, but to do this I must educate my teenage son with the help of a newly aquired power monitor. He could do with his own wind tubine just to power his bedroom, which closely resembles the bridge of the Star Ship Enterprise.

    Anyway enough of my ramblings, youd better make the most of this month, get out there and enjoy the outdoors while you can, the clocks go back on Sunday 28th October and the nights will soon be closing in.

    Have a great month! ~ Debbie

    November Issue Deadline 1st October

    Welcome tothe village directory

    T: 01233 720488e:[email protected]:www.thevillagedirectory.co.uke:[email protected]

  • 4 Tree Surgery Stump Removal Hedge Maintenance Fencing Services Site Clearance

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    Stephen Hulbert NPTCTel: 01227 732253 or Mob: 07867 557998

    Email: [email protected]: www.ashwoods.net

    KILBYS CHIMNEY SWEEP Pots/Cowls/Birdguards Fitted Brush and Vac

    Certifi cates Issued Fully Insured ICS Registered Family Run, Est 198301233 840948 07756007428

    Procrastinators dont make good gardeners. If you put off til tomorrow what you should have done today in the garden, then you may have to wait until next year (a procrastinators dream, that, because theres always next year). Unlike indoor tasks (which can happily build up and then be tackled whatever the weather), gardens, like time and the tide, wait for no man.

    This time last year I procrastinated remember how gloriously hot it was last October? I think we skipped autumn and went straight from summer to winter last year; which meant I didnt have that fi nal tidy up in the garden. I glibly said things like - nature benefi ts if you dont cut things

    October

    back and tidy up - which is true, but theres a diff erence between leaving a few seedheads and small piles of sticks for wildlife to shelter in - and leaving a huge tangled mess of last years growth and weed seedlings everywhere. Come the spring I was so busy trying to catch up with myself - and the children and grandchildren of all those weeds, that I felt like Queen Canute standing in front of a rising tide of plants.

    The Garden ShedBy Jo Arnell

    LOGSwww.logheat.co.uk

    07966 796 49801233 733373

    Richard Gilbert Heating and Plumbing Ltd

    Solid Fuel & Biomass Installations Wood Burning Stoves Chimney Liners & Twin Wall Flue Systems Hearths, Servicing, Sweeping, Repairs Pellet Stoves, Log Gasifi cation, Boilers &

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    So this October I will:

    Clear all debris from the veg patch and mulch with manure

    Sort out the compost heap

    Scarify, weed and feed the lawn with an autumn treatment

    Sow broad beans, onion sets, sweet peas and other hardy annuals to save time in spring

    Plant all my bulbs and not leave the tulips until January

    Prune climbing roses

    Weed the borders

    Collapse in a heap at the end of the month with a smug smile on my face, having done all the above.

    Contact Jo for garden advice, border designs or consultationswww.hornbrookmanor.co.uk 01233 961186

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    The fi nest quality cultivated turf from specialist turf farms nationwide, delivered promptly and direct at

    competitive prices. Screened topsoil Blended loam Top dressing Composts Bark mulches Decorative gravel Crushed slate Grass seed

    Railway sleepers Aggregates Rockery Stone Equestrian Surfacing Landscaping

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    FREEPHONE 0800 096 16 17

    Pest Control ServicesDOMESTIC - COMMERCIAL - INDUSTRIAL

    Fast eff ective service forthe removal of all pests.

    Family Run - Fully Insured.Authority Approved.

    WASPS, BEES, ANTS, FLEAS, FLIES, COCKROACHES, RATS, MICE, MOLES AND SQUIRRELS

    Tel: 01303 221008Mobile: 07857 344770www.benskoservices.co.uk

    e: [email protected]

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    Exciting new fundraising venture for Pilgrims Hospices

    Treecycling (Christmas tree recycling) a new and exciting project that was introduced by a Hospice in east Cheshire will piloted by the Pilgrims Hospice in Ashford.

    The Hospice in east Cheshire has been run-ning the scheme for many years. In its fi rst year it raised 700, now 11 years later this fi gure has grown to a staggering 60,000 .

    A group of volunteers with vans collected trees from people who have registered their trees for collection. People pay a suggested minimum donation of 4.

    Over the weekend of 12/13 January 2013 Pilgrims Hospice in Ashford will be carrying out a Christmas Tree collection. Unfortunate-ly we cant cover all areas , but if this year proves to be successful then next year we plan to develop it to cover more locations.

    Look out for our advert in the November and December issue of the Village Directory on how to register your tree for collection

    We will be looking for volunteers with vans to assist with the collection. If this is some thing you would like to help out with , then please call Pauline Donkin on 01233 504115 for more information.

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  • AT THE EVEGATE CENTRESMEETH, ASHFORD

    We treat your pet as if it was our own

    Specialising in all pet animals including exotics& avian. Calm and friendly family run clinic.

    Open 7 days a weekFull emergency service

    Ample Free Parking

    CALL 01303 813756

    Hello Everyone, Mowgli here. First of all I Hello Everyone, Mowgli here. First of all I would like to pass on thanks to everyone who would like to pass on thanks to everyone who came to the Clinics birthday party last month. came to the Clinics birthday party last month. Apparently a good time was had by all (human Apparently a good time was had by all (human and animal!) and the weather was nice and and animal!) and the weather was nice and sunny.sunny.

    The good news here is that there have been The good news here is that there have been no more cottage related disasters and that no more cottage related disasters and that life has been fairly uneventful. Admittedly the life has been fairly uneventful. Admittedly the nest of wasps we had last year is back but there nest of wasps we had last year is back but there arent many of them yet and they are always arent many of them yet and they are always quite interesting to watch out of the window! quite interesting to watch out of the window!

    Mowgli

    Ebony and I have enjoyed a peaceful month Ebony and I have enjoyed a peaceful month with a lot of sitting outside in our cat run and with a lot of sitting outside in our cat run and sunbathing. This has been like a summer break sunbathing. This has been like a summer break for us but I was jealous to hear that Chris the for us but I was jealous to hear that Chris the vets Bengal cats actually went on holiday with vets Bengal cats actually went on holiday with him! They all went to a pet-friendly holiday him! They all went to a pet-friendly holiday cottage in Cornwall and the cats had a simply cottage in Cornwall and the cats had a simply marvellous time exploring a new house and marvellous time exploring a new house and looking at new scenery and creatures out of looking at new scenery and creatures out of the windows. We think this sounds like a great the windows. We think this sounds like a great plan and are starting a campaign of our own plan and are starting a campaign of our own to go on holiday. To be honest I am not sure to go on holiday. To be honest I am not sure this would work as Ebony is not very good this would work as Ebony is not very good with new things (do you remember how she with new things (do you remember how she was with the new duvet cover a couple of was with the new duvet cover a couple of years ago?) but it is something to miaow at the years ago?) but it is something to miaow at the humans about none the less.humans about none the less.

    One day last week Clive came home covered One day last week Clive came home covered in leaves and twigs and scratches and it turned in leaves and twigs and scratches and it turned out that he had been rescuing some ducks! He out that he had been rescuing some ducks! He had been driving down the A20 on his way to had been driving down the A20 on his way to give a talk at a local bird club when he saw 4 give a talk at a local bird club when he saw 4 ducks waddling down the middle of the road ducks waddling down the middle of the road about to get run over. So he stopped his car about to get run over. So he stopped his car and thought he would just herd them into a and thought he would just herd them into a nearby fi eld. However, the ducks were not nearby fi eld. However, the ducks were not very co-operative and seemed determined very co-operative and seemed determined to stay in the road and get themselves into to stay in the road and get themselves into trouble. Eventually he managed to corral them trouble. Eventually he managed to corral them by a hedge and had to ring Jane for back up by a hedge and had to ring Jane for back up so she could bring a net and a box. Three so she could bring a net and a box. Three ducks were easily caught but the last one ducks were easily caught but the last one kept running down the road and then into a kept running down the road and then into a hedge before going back into the road again- hedge before going back into the road again- it was apparently quite a farce- so Clive ended it was apparently quite a farce- so Clive ended up going into the hedge after it. By the time up going into the hedge after it. By the time all 4 ducks were safe Clive was of course very all 4 ducks were safe Clive was of course very late for the bird talk. He caused quite a lot of late for the bird talk. He caused quite a lot of hilarity when he walked in covered in bits of hilarity when he walked in covered in bits of hedge and with a box of ducks! The ducks were hedge and with a box of ducks! The ducks were given water to drink during the talk and were given water to drink during the talk and were then settled in back at the Clinic. A couple of then settled in back at the Clinic. A couple of days later the owner was found so the ducks days later the owner was found so the ducks are happily back on their pond safe and sound!are happily back on their pond safe and sound!

    I had better stop writing and go back outside I had better stop writing and go back outside to watch shrew TV. They are up to a lot of to watch shrew TV. They are up to a lot of activity this week and I would hate to miss a activity this week and I would hate to miss a good episode!good episode!

    Mowgli Mowgli - Montgomery Veterinary Clinic- Montgomery Veterinary Clinic

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    All of the benefits of dog ownership without the

    emotional or financial commitment.

    Visiting dogs are carefully matched

    to your home environment.

    www.barkingmad.uk.com

    Tel: 01303 812902 Email: [email protected] franchise owned and operated under licence by Trish Feely

    To find out how to become a Host please contact Trish Feely

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    Work / Life Balance Relationships Career

    Established & Experienced Life CoachOver 20 yrs experience in the fi tness industry

    Caroline KingTel: 07796 378430

    email: [email protected]

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    Done & Dusted Lifestyle Services

    Also Off eringPet Sitting/Walking/Feeding Ironing

    Gardening Catering Floristry Shopping

    Tel: 07852 193 404

    Professional Domestic Cleaning Services Regular Cleans Moving and Tenancy Cleans One off Cleans Holiday Lets

    At Done and Dusted Lifestyle Services we off er bespoke cleaning and housekeeping services to make your life easier, and we are focused on providing a quality, confi dential service helping you to regain control of your precious time.

    We are experienced in all domestic and regular cleans, and if key holders it enables us to assist you in many other ways. Whether you require help with shopping, catering for a dinner party, or just stuck in traffi c and need the dog walking or letting out, at Done and Dusted we can help.

    Our personal chef can cater for all occasions and functions from a dinner party to weddings,

    banquets and buff ets and with a fl orist as member of our team, we can also provide fl oral arrangements for the event. And why waste your time waiting in for deliveries, servicing etc. when we can be there for you whilst carrying out a variety of tasks. Maybe treat yourself to a deep Spring clean, or come home to dinner in the oven.

    With a selection of off erings to choose from, including an experienced gardener, we are sure you will be happy working with us.

    For any further information or free quote please ring Marion tel. 07852193404

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    We have over 30 years experience in spray fi nishing existing Kitchen and Bedroom

    doors, panels and accessories. Why not have your kitchen furniture matched to your

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    You can choose any colour, we will have it professionally mixed in a hard-wearing two-pack polyurethane paint, which is the fi nish we use when spraying Bespoke Kitchens for several kitchen suppliers in and around the

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    ARCHITECTURAL + INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANTSDesigning the future Building our Heritage

    t: 01233 639822f: 01233 639825e: [email protected]: www.jpdarchitecture.co.uk

    The Studio, Tower Farm House, Faversham Road, Boughton Aluph, Ashford, Kent TN25 4HT

    At Homefi x we off er a friendly, local, property maintenance and repair service

    Free Estimates

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    12Timber Timber boards are a fabulous choice: available in a range of colours and patterns, they just get more attractive as they age. If youre lucky, youll be able to recondition an existing wood oor; otherwise, choose new hardwood from an environmentally friendly source, or perhaps seek out recycled boards in architectural salvage yards. Solid wood oors can be sanded, painted, limed, stained, waxed or varnished. Cheaper, but less long-lasting, are either a multi-layered or veneered wood oor, where the surface is a thin layer of hardwood attached to a base of cheaper wood, MDF, cork or plywood; or a wood-eff ect oor, in which a photograph of wood is bonded to a chipboard base and protected with a high-pressure laminate surface.

    CarpetCarpet is another great choice: soft, warm and quiet underfoot. There are two main types: woven, which is harder-wearing and more expensive, and tufted, the durability of which is related to its pile height and density (short, dense pile is the toughest). Natural wool looks beautiful and is long-lasting and re-resistant, but expensive; while cheaper, man-made bres may look unattractive or not wear well. A popular solution is a combination of the two (perhaps 80% wool and 20% nylon). Finally, remember that a good quality underlay

    is essential.

    Natural bresIn a wide range of colours and weaves, sisal, coir, seagrass, rush and jute are warm and soundproof and, often, good value for money. As youd expect, the rougher the surface, the more hard-wearing it will be so you may nd sisal and coir uncomfortable underfoot at rst. Jute has the softest feel, but is the least durable. As with carpet, a stain inhibitor is advisable for natural bre ooring.

    Hard surfacesSandstone, limestone, granite, marble and terrazzo are expensive oorings that last a lifetime, though they are hard, noisy and cold underfoot. In areas that might get wet, such as kitchens or bathrooms, choose a version that is matt or slightly textured sanded for a rough nish, or riven for an attractive, hand-split eff ect. Terracotta and ceramic tiles have similar qualities but are cheaper and off er less of a luxury look. Ceramic tiles are heat- and water-resistant, hard-wearing and low maintenance. They vary widely in price and come in a vast array of shapes, sizes and designs, but all are liable to crack if something is dropped on them.

    Sheet ooringSofter and warmer than stone or timber, sheet oorcoverings vinyl, linoleum and cork

    Take The FloorKatherine Sorrell off ers a guide to fabulous ooring, from the traditional to the unconventional

    Oak Palazzo Rovere a Dutch pattern design oak fl oor with a satin lacquer prefi nish, from 50.15 per m, Khrs, 023 9245 3045; www.kahrs.co.uk.

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    are relatively inexpensive and straightforward to lay (even on slightly uneven oors), and are easy to clean. Lino is a traditional material made from natural ingredients, and has its own lovely patina, while vinyl is a PVC-based man-made material, which comes in a huge range of textures and patterns, many of them good imitations of stone, wood or ceramic tiles. Cork, often under-rated, is hard-wearing, resilient to water and off ers an interesting, natural look.

    RugsWith any ooring other than carpet, you will probably want to put down one or more rugs, adding softness, colour and extra interest. A rug can disguise poor ooring and can be taken with you when you move. Often a good starting point for a decorative scheme, rugs come in an in nite variety of shapes and sizes, textures and colours, patterns and prices. Theres a wonderful range of hand-made rugs from around the world, including Indian dhurries, Greek okatis, Middle Eastern kelims and French aubussons. Modern machine-made rugs can be very attractive, and you can even have a rug woven to your own design.

    Unusual Choices A leather oor (tiles or sheets) is warm,

    soft and quiet underfoot, and requires little more than regular buffi ng and waxing. It wears well, too scuff s and marks acquired over the years are part of its attraction.

    Concrete oors, though cold and hard, can be dyed in innumerable colours and given an interesting variety of nishes, from polished to painted.

    Rubber oors have a cool, stylish look and are great for waterproo ng bathrooms. They come in tile or sheet form, and can be solid-coloured or patterned, smooth or studded.

    Bamboo is thoroughly environmentally friendly, being fast-growing and ever-regenerating. The stems are laminated together to form boards as strong as wood, then coated with lacquer for a durable surface.

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    Professional unique intensive valet process Range & AGA specialist All ovens, hobs, extractor fans & microwaves Environmentally friendly, no toxic chemicals, no fumes See ovenu.co.uk for a video of the valet process Ovenu Ashford is approved by Trading Standards Contact Richard at Ovenu Ashford 01233 380023 or 0800 1409800

    The Secret To A Sparkling Clean Oven.....A gleaming oven is something to be proud of - but scrubbing away with off -the-shelf oven cleaning products is dirty, diffi cult and no-ones idea of fun!

    With your local branch of Oven Wizards, help is at hand! We are specialists in deep cleaning ovens, hobs, extractors, ranges and Agas. In just a couple of hours, using our specialist products, in-van cleaning tanks and high attention to detail, your oven can be transformed. You can be assured of a thorough clean, as the process will remove grease and carbon from the inside panels, shelves, grill pan, door glass, door seals and where possible, we will seperate door glass panels and clean the fan to ensure a really deep clean. Best of all - this is all done without causing smell or mess in your kitchen.

    With oven 6 years of experience and based right here in Ashford, we have completed over 8000 oven cleans for delighted customers throughout the local area. Were proud that most of our work now is for our loyal, regular customers and the friends and neighbours they recommend to us. We are also delighted to include as our customers local schools, holiday parks and Canterbury University.

    But with Oven Wizards - high standards doesnt mean a high price - with rates starting at just 44 for a single oven clean. These prices are fully inclusive, with no hidden extras for shelves or grill pans. If youd like to fi nd out more, please call James at your local offi ce on freephone 0800 849 7419 or take a look at www.ovenwizards.com for prices and to read some of our glowing testimonials.

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  • PURPLE PATCH Handmade Chocs, Cakes and Sweets20% OFF all Christmas Cake Orders placed and paid in full beforethe end of October, on production of this voucher.

    GM&M JOHNS FAMILY BUTCHER10% DISCOUNT with this voucher (no min purchase). Meat fromlocal farms BBQ packs Homemade sausages Bread/Cakes/Filled Rolls Hot snacks/Deli counter. 01233 713793 www.johnsbutchers.com

    WADY & BRETTSpend over 25 on groceries (excluding alcohol & cigarettes) andreceive 5 OFF. Voucher to be presented at time of purchase.

    JOHN WEST RECRUITMENTFREE CV /CAREERS ADVICE for an hour plus follow upCall 01233 714761 or email [email protected]

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    VIRGINIA MOBILE HAIRDRESSING10% OFF your fi rst appointment for new clients.Valid until 3rd November 2012, tel 07786 861516

    SPECIAL OFFERS for this October from some of the great

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    FIXINGS WAREHOUSE Spend over 50 in store & get a 5 VOUCHER to use on your next shop. T&Cs apply - see in store for details. Visit us at the top of Charing Hillor call us on 01233 714888

    HOUSE2HOME10% OFF any Teka or Kuppersbusch induction hob or steam oven with this voucher. Demonstrations throughout the Charing Food Festival 25 Oct - 4 Nov at 18 High Street 01233 712757.

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    TENBURY CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTSGet a FREE initial meeting, coff ee and Olympic Marathon bar.Call 01233 714669 for an appointment.

    CARPETS DIRECT FREE Rug Doctor Carpet Cleaning Hire (worth 22.95) with everyfl ooring purchase over 250. Youll fi nd Carpets Direct at the top ofCharing Hill or call us on 01233 714999.

    YVONNE FERNANDO NLP Master Practitioner & Life CoachCREATE THE LIFE YOU DESERVECall Yvonne on 07968 785714 for a FREE 1/2 hour consultationto fi nd out how you can make powerful changes to you and your life.

    DJ TRUELOVE FLOORING SPECIALIST10% DISCOUNT on Supply and Installation of all Flooring including Amtico and Spacia. Pop into House2Home and view the displays or call Danny for a quote on 07790 405626

    BAR NINETEENBUY A STARTER AND MAIN COURSE, GET A DESSERT FREE**during the Charing Food Festival. Excluding the gourmet evening.

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    Shopping and doing business locally just got so much better

    Charing Food Festival Thurs 25 Oct Sunday 4 Nov

    The popular and busy village of Charing is hosting its second Food Festival. Building on the success of last year, the Festival celebrates all things "Foodie" on offer in Charing, with lots of interesting and fun things for all the family. These events will sell out fast, so be sure to book now! Available everyday:

    - Special Locally Sourced Fayre menu at The Oak Call 01233 712612 to book. - Induction Wok & Steam Cookery demonstrations at House2Home Book 01233 712757

    Thurs 25 Oct 9-11.30am Farmers Market &

    Special Guests Hearts Delight Juices, Darren Necci Venison & Game, award winning Ellies Dairy Cheeses

    Thai Flavours at the Swan 6-10pm Enjoy fragrant flavours of popular Thai dishes. 2 & 3 courses 14.25/17.25. 01233 712357 to book.

    Wed 31st Oct 2pm Demonstration at GM&M Johns

    Family Butchers Martin will demonstrate where the various cuts of lamb come from. Just come along

    Pilgrims Table Revisited Gourmet Evening at Bar Nineteen Prime juicy steak and the legendary Franklins Belly. 01233 714747 to book.

    Fri 26 Oct Extra Special Children's Tea at "Next Door" Sat 27 Oct Foodie Quiz with mystery tastings at

    BarNineteen 01233 714747 to book

    Thurs 1 Nov 9-11.30am Farmers Market & Special Guests Bar Nineteen Deli, Bitspicy & Davies Family Bakery Bread making demonstration (TBC)

    Noon Kim Bromley at House2Home Free group hypnotherapy/visualisation session to eat healthy food and limit negative habits, with a demonstration in steam and induction cooking and complimentary lunch. 01233 712757 to book.

    Sun 28 Oct Special seafood platter at The Oak and

    tankards of prawns at the bar also available the Locally Sourced Fayre menu. 01233 712612 to book.

    Mon 29 Oct Thai Flavours at the Swan 6-10pm

    Enjoy fragrant flavours of popular Thai dishes. 2 & 3 courses 14.25/17.25. 01233 712357 to book.

    Fri 2 Nov 6-7.30pm Food & You' Talk by Ed Craske & Yvonne Fernando

    Learn how you choose food and foods even choose you. FREE, just come along, upstairs at The Oak. Special Offer: Attend talk & book table for local Fayre Menu & enjoy a free bottle of wine. 01233 712612 to book.

    Sat 3 Nov Noon. Kim Bromley at House2Home As Thurs 1 Nov. 01233 712757 to book.

    Tues 30 Oct Shepherd Neame tastings at Wady &

    Brett this afternoon, plus the next two afternoons. Paella Evening at Next Door

    2 courses 12.95. Bring your own wine. 01233 714689 to book.

    Sun 4 Nov 2.30-4.30pm Cream Tea in the Church Barn, Purple

    Patch Cake Icing Demonstration at 3pm & Apple Cake Baking Competition

    Enter your own handmade Apple cake 2.30 - 3.30pm. Prizes 4pm. All cakes to be sliced and sold.

    Look out for other events and demonstrations taking place throughout the week. For General Enquiries: Call Elizabeth on 01233 714689 The Charing Food Festival has been organised by the Charing Business Association

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    The Bay Tree Caf

    Grafty Garden Centre,Crumps Lane, Grafty Green,

    Maidstone, Kent. ME17 2AT

    All Day Breakfast,New Winter Warmer Lunches,

    Light Bites and DeliciousHomemade Cakes and Scones.

    From DecemberTradtional Christmas Lunch

    fresh local produce 9.95Weekends only, booking advisable

    Group Bookings WelcomeLarge, Free Car Park

    Tel: 01622 859291

    LOCAL MARKETSCHALLOCK

    Challock Memorial Hall, Blind Lane.1st & 3rd Friday of each month 1pm to 4pm

    Contact Pauline Hickson 01233 740979

    THE BARN SHOP TRADITIONAL MARKETChallock - 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month

    10am 2pm Contact 01233 740237

    CHARING FARMERS MARKETCharing Church Barn

    9 -11.30 every Thurs morningContact 01233 740176

    EGERTONEvery Friday 2 - 4.30pm Millennium Hall

    ROLVENDEN - 01580 240763Every Thursday 10am -12 noon

    St Marys Church and the Village Hall

    RYE FARMERS MARKETEvery Wednesday at Strand Quay 10am - 1 pm

    (12pm Oct - April)

    RYE MARKETEvery Thursday at the Cattle Market Car Park. Early till around 3pm (depending on the weather)

    RYE COUNTRY MARKETFormerly WI Market

    Rye Community Centre, Conduit Hill.Every Friday 10am -11.30am

    TENTERDEN COUNTRY MARKETEvery Friday 9.30am -11.30am

    St Mildreds Church Hall, Church road.

    WITTERSHAM MARKETEvery Tuesday Village Hall 9am. - 11am

    Tel: 01797 270757

    WYE - 07804 652156First and third Saturday of every month

    on the Village Green in Wye. Tel: 07804 652156www.wyefarmersmarket.co.uk

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    Seasonal Recipe

    Autumn PuddingAutumn Pudding

    Place the sugar and 200ml of cold water in a large pan and heat gently until the sugar has dissolved. Add the sliced apples and simmer for 5-10 minutes until just tender. Add the rest of the fruit and simmer for a further 2-3 minutes. Leave to cool.

    Remove the crusts from the bread slices. Use a round cookie cutter to stamp out a circle from one slice of bread to t the base of a 1.2 litre pudding basin. Cut the remaining slices of bread in half.

    Carefully strain half of the fruit syrup from the cooled fruit into a shallow dish. Lightly dip most of the slices of bread into the syrup and arrange around the side of the pudding basin, overlapping them slightly to completely line the basin. Dip the bread circle into the syrup and press into the bottom of the basin.

    Spoon the fruit into the lined basin, pressing down gently with the back of a spoon. Use the remaining slices of bread to cover the fruit lling completely and spoon over any remaining syrup.

    Place a saucer on top of the basin and weigh it down with 2-3 food cans. Chill in the fridge overnight. To serve, carefully turn the pudding out onto a plate and decorate with extra sliced fruit.

    Serves 6Serves 6Ready in 1 hourReady in 1 hour

    (plus overnight chilling)

    Try this variation on summer pudding making the most of the

    early Autumn fruits, such as plums, blackberries and delicious English apples. Serve with softly whipped

    double cream avoured with a splash of Calvados for a really

    indulgent dessert.

    175g caster sugar

    3 small English eating apples, peeled, cored and sliced

    4 red plums, halved, stones removed and sliced

    100g raspberries

    100g strawberries, hulled and sliced

    100g blackcurrants or blueberries

    100g blackberries

    10 slices thick-sliced white bread

    Extra fruit, to decorate

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    Events OctoberThe Weald of Kent Computer Club will meet on Wednesday 17th October in Biddenden New Village Hall at 8pm. This evening there will be the AGM followed by a talk on The latest version of Picasa (3.9), introducing the new features for organising and editing photographs. Annual membership 10 plus 2 per meeting. Non-members are welcome (3, but fi rst visit is free). Full details: http://www.wealdofkentcomputerclub.co.uk/ Enquiries: [email protected]

    Wednesday 24th Oct (7:15 for 7:30pm) The Biddenden Horticultural Society meets in the Village Hall. Talk on Vegetables from Scratch by Dusty Miller. Contact Lesley on 01580291931. Members 1.50, Non Members 2.50. Annual membership 5. New members are always welcome

    Monday 29 Oct Ashford Music Society - Dominic Alldis (singer/pianist) with ANDREW CLEYNDERT (double-bass) Dominic Alldis, jazz pianist, singer and entertainer, brings a cabaret -style programme to Ashford, with the renowned jazz bass player, Andrew Cleyndert.They will include cabaret classics by Noel Coward, Tom Lehrer and Blossom Dearie, interspersed with standards by Cole Porter, Jerome Kern, George Gershwin and other famous song writers.

    Venue: The Norton Knatchbull School, 7.30 pm Tickets: 12 (Adults) and 3 (Students). Contact: Brenda McCormack on 01233-622971 or Hilary Pittock on 01233- 623700.

    Saturday 17th November Egerton Church of England Primary School Christmas Gift & Craft Fair Millennium Village Hall, Egerton 10.00am 3.30pm FREE ENTRY Come along to our ever popular Fair, for all your original Christmas Gift Ideas PLUS Cake Stall, Refreshments & loads of fun

    CHARITY CHRISTMAS GIFT and CARD SALE

    Saturday 27th October10.00 3.00

    Smarden Charter Hall

    Begun in 1985 this event continues to be one of the highlights of the village calendar, attracting visitors from all over Kent. The event raised over 4000 for 18 charities last year! It is also a great place to enjoy tea and cake with friends or a bowl of soup at lunchtime.

    A wide range of Gifts, including Stocking Fillers as well as Christmas cards will be on sale. This is the perfect place to start your Christmas shopping.

    18 charities will attend ranging from major national ones to smaller less well known and local Kent-based charities. At time of going to print they await confi rmation but are likely to include Multiple Sclerosis, Pilgrims Hospice, Kent Air Ambulance, Tear Fund, British Heart Foundation, Labrador Rescue, Cystic Fibrosis, R.N.L.I., Oxfam, Marie Curie Cancer Care, Mencap, Lupus, Save the Children, Cancer Research UK, and Guide Dogs for the Blind. The Samaritans will also join us for the fi rst time this year.

    The stalls are run by people from local villages and the Ashford, Maidstone and Weald area. They love coming to Smarden and will provide a warm welcome. Heres what some have told us:

    The atmosphere in the village hall is so warm and friendly that we have never felt like outsiders and always thoroughly enjoy the day (Lupus)

    To be involved in such a long-standing and well organised event is always a pleasure. The Smarden Charity Card Sale is very worthwhile for RABI. It has a very friendly atmosphere in superb surroundings (Royal Agricultural Benevolent Society)

    So please make a date in your diary, tell your friends and drop in to start your Christmas shopping here in the village! Finally I would really welcome off ers of help to run the Raffl e; if you can spare an hour or two between 10.00 and 3.00 please let me know.

    Many thanksGill Bromley Organiser 01233 [email protected]

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    Doctors SurgeryThe Charing Surgery 01233 714 490Headcorn Surgery 01622 890294Parish Councils:Biddenden: 01580 890750Charing: 01233 713599Egerton: 01622 853558Headcorn: 01622 892496Pluckley: 01622 890596Smarden: 07752 395412Headcorn Rural Community WardenThe Headcorn Community Warden is Stuart Ellesmere. Stuart is based at Headcorn Library in Kings Road. Telephone contact number is 07969 583923.Ashford Borough Council 01233 637311www.ashford.gov.uk Ashford Gateway 0845 8 247 247info:ashfordgateway.co.ukwww.ashfordgateway.co.ukCitizens Advice Bureau 01233 626185CPRE Kent 01233 714540Veterinary SurgeonsBarrow Hill Vets 01233 624687Pierson Stewart & Partners 01580 713381Charing Business Associationwww.charingkent.co.ukVolunteer Centre 01233 647 422Age Concern 01233 620 635www.ageconcern.org.uk

    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.

    Village Halls:

    Biddenden 01580 291320Charing 01233 713599Charing Heath 01233 713317 Egerton 01233 756416Headcorn 01622 890708Little Chart 01233 840 590 or 01233 840 395Pluckley 01622 890596Smarden Charter Hall 01233 770258

    CARM E: [email protected] Cancer Support www.forget-me-nots.co.ukParkinsons UK, Ashford BranchContact Robert Gurney 01233 666577Royal British Legion 01233 620 167St. John Ambulance Brigade 01233 611 414SE Kent Multiple Sclerosis Soc. 07767326138 email: [email protected]: Tenterden & DistrictMrs J Coombs 01580 763733Pregnancy Sickness SupportKent and Sussexwww.pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk/Contact: Denise Cliff ord denisecliff [email protected]

    Bus EnquiriesArriva Bus Enquiries 0844 800 44 11Stage Coach East Kent: 0871 200 22 33 (Timetable) or 08456 00 22 99 (Customer Services)National Train Enquiries: www.nationalrail.co.ukWealden Wheels: 01233 840000

    Emergency 999Police Neighbhd TeamAshford & Tenterden 01622 690690Crimestoppers 0800 555 111

    Out of Hours Doctor 0845 4349655William Harvey Hospital 01233 633331

    Samaritans 08457 90 90 90www.samaritans.org

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