THE LYMINGE
NEWSLETTER

Serving the communities of
LYMINGE, ETCHINGHILL,
RHODES MINNIS & POSTLING

November 2006

Produced by
The Lyminge Association

 
 

Copy deadline for next month's edition is Saturday 18th November
Call Jean Howard on 862488 or email in word doc format to jean.howard1@btinternet.com
Money must be received before articles can appear in the newsletter
Paper copy and money can be left at the Lyminge Newsagents or the Lyminge Library
Please make cheques payable to The Lyminge Association

 
DID YOU KNOW?

The Lyminge Association exisits to foster a communnity spirit amongst the residents of Lyminge, Etchinghill, Rhodes Minnis and Postling:
DID YOU KNOW THAT?

The Lyminge Association exists to encourage and support cultural, sporting, recreational and educationasl activities in these communities
DID YOU KNOW THAT?

The Lyminge Association ensures that the history of the civil parish of Lyminge is recorded.
DID YOU KNOW THAT?

The Lyminge Association has no subscription - and is open to all adult residents of the civil parish of Lyminge.
DID YOU KNOW THAT?

The Lyminge Association produces this Newsletter - which is delivered - free of charge to about 1500 homes
DID YOU KNOW THAT?

But one thing you don't seem to know is that The Lyminge Association does actually need YOU!		 WE MISSED YOU AT THE A.G.M.
WOULD YOU MISS US?
  • THE FATHER CHRISTMAS PARCEL DELIVERY SERVICE?
     
  • THE CHARITIES COFFEE MORNINGS
     
  • THE LYMINCE FESTIVAL AND THE GARDENS OPEN WEEKEND
     
  • ONE OFF EVENTS TO CELEBRATE SUCH EVENTS AS THE MILLENNIUM, THE TOUR DE FRANCE, THE BEST KENT VILLAGE, THE QUEEN'S GOLDEN JUBILEE, STREET PARTIES
     
  • THE UPKEEP OF THE VILLAGE SIGNS

    and other events .... as well as the FINANCIAL SUPPORT we give: For example £1200 to The Primary School, £1000 to Lyminge Methodist Church £1000 to Scouts and Guides. £600 in providing the commemorative Millennium Coin to every child in the Village. Covered cost of hall hire for the BP Shows.

Oh yes, and by the way the production of this NEWSLETTER: WOULD YOU MISS US?

Due to the total lack of support by the residents of Lyminge, Etchinghill, Rhodes Minnis and Postling at the AGM on 17th September, it is no longer possible to make up a committee for the Lyminge Association: therefore as from the 31st December 2006
THE LYMINGE ASSOCIATION WILL NO LONGER EXIST
unless YOU attend the extra-ordinary meeting on
MONDAY 13th NOVEMBER at 7.30 pm in Lyminge Village Hall



To: EYE Leaders, Parents, Helpers     From: Simon Rosenberg-Chairperson - 16th October 2006

Re: Weekly Support - URGENT HELP NEEDED

Firstly may I apologise to all our members for having to cancel the club night on Monday 9th October. I am aware how disappointing this was and it was not a decision I relished making.

The voluntary work and effort that has been displayed by each and every helper so far has been instrumental in the success of the EYE and our members rely on this continued support in order for the EYE to flourish. At the current time we have a list of only 12 regular adult leaders balanced against approximately 50 members. Of those 12 adult leaders, a limited number have had to be relied upon to ensure the EYE can open and have been in attendance sometimes weeks at a time.

To that end, I am asking for further help from ALL parents/guardians of our young members to ensure the EYE can operate safely and efficiently. It is paramount that there are at least 3 (preferably 4) adult leaders in attendance each Monday night. This will ensure that in the event of an incident which draws the attention of a leader(s) there is still sufficient supervisory cover.

If we consider the phrase "many hands make light work," if each parent/guardian volunteered their services, then their time would only need be called upon potentially 4-5 times per year. I understand that for some, sparing such time is simply not practicable and I would certainly never question that. However, we are in desperate need of further support.

I would like to invite you to attend our club night on Monday 13th November to meet with some of the management team. The aim will be to engage all potential helpers and plan in dates that you are able to assist with basic supervision at club nights, helping with the tuck shop, opening/closing up and ensuring members sign in and out.

If on the night of the 13th November, insufficient offers of help are presented then some tough decisions regarding the future of the club may have to be made. So if you are a current leader or can offer you help, the members of the EYE need you. In return, opportunities for training and development exist as do numerous fun trips out and the chance to have an overtly positive effect on your community and the young people within it.

For more information, please call Simon on 01303 862421.
Thank you.
Pilgrims Hospices IN EAST KENT
Wednesday 1st November
Christmas Fayre and Coffee Morning Meet Father Christmas, all our usual Christmas stalls and Raffle will be there. T
he Holy Trinity Church Hall, Sandgate Road, Folkestone. 10am- 1pm To be opened by
The Mayor, Mrs J Andrews
Wednesday 6th December
 Our usual Monthly Coffee Morning, Including the draw of our annual Christmas Raffle
The Holy Trinity Church Hall, Sandgate Road, Folkestone. 10am - 12 noon

Lyminge Village Hall
BONFIRE & FIREWORK DISPLAY
Sunday 5th November
Bonfire at 6.30pm followed by
Grand Firework Display
Soup, BBQ and Drinks from 6pm
Adults £4, Accompanied Children £2,
Family Ticket £10
all available at the gate
Please note, parking will be limited at the Village Hall, so please only drive if you really need to.
A Lyminge Village Hall Fundraising Event
Reg Charity No. 281845

LYMINGE YOUTH ACTION A.G.M.
TUESDAY 25TH NOVEMBER 7.30p.m.
METHODIST HALL CHURCH ROAD
Come and find out what we have planned and how we are progressing towards building the new facilities including: - Skateboard/BMX - Tennis Court - 5 A Side Football - Cycle Track - Fitness Trail - Junior Adventure Playground - Shelter - Natural Hedgerow & Trees.
If you wish to get involved and help us achieve this wonderful free facility for Lyminge Parish please come along and find out how you can contribute.
 (For further info please contact Glenn Floyd LYA Chairman 01303 862 732)

RHODES MINNIS CAT SANCTUARY
(Registered Charity No 262245)
CHRISTMAS FAIR
Will be held in Holy Trinity Church hall
Sandgate Road, Folkestone
Sat 25th November 10.30 AM - 2 PM
Presents for you & your cat cards *Raffle *
Tombola * Books * Brie a Brae * Cakes & Jams
Refreshments
Teas and coffees
Entrance free
All proceeds go to feed the homeless cats at the sanctuary over the Christmas period

NOVEMBER BEETLE DRIVE
Come & join us at
Rhodes Minnis Village Hall
Saturday 25th November
Starts at 7.00 pm
Adults £2.00
Children 50p
Includes refreshments.
There will be a raffle

 STOWTING W.I.
Christmas Fair and Coffee Morning
Saturday 11th November 10am - 1.00pm
The Peace Room, Stowting
Unusual Preserves, Cakes, Super Raffle Prizes, Good quality Books, etc.
All welcome

ROYAL BRITISH LEGION
Remembrance Day
Sunday 12th November
A.G.M.
Friday 17th November
St Mary's Hall, Elham
2.30pm
Coffee Morning
Saturday 25th November - 11am
St Mary's Hall, Elham

TRADITIONAL BARN DANCE
at
BLANDRED FARM
ACRISE
FRIDAY 24th NOVEMBER
7.30 until 11.00pm
Bring your supper
Follow the signs from Macfarlanes Nursery
(A260 at Swingfield)
Tickets £5.00 available at Elham Post Office
 Or phone Tim or Christine 01303 863146

In Aid of Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
Sat, November 25th 9.30-1 2.30pm
at
All Saints, Military Road, Canterbury
* Father Christmas *
Tombola * Large Raffle
Gifts * Books * Videos * Toy Bargains
Craft Stalls
Home-made Jams & Cakes
Bring a Tin of Pet Food for free raffle ticket Admission by donation
01303 862622

Saint Nicholas Fayre
 Hog Roast    Entertainment
Christmas Stalls   Cards
Decorations   Crafts    Toys
Cakes    Puddings
Pickles    Pies   Tarts
Lyminge Village Hall
Staturday 2nd December 2006
1.30 until 3.30pm
Come along and Enjoy
A Traditional Village Christmas Fayre

Christmas Party!
Lyminge Youth Action will be holding a fundraising Christmas Party for the young people of Lyminge on Wednesday 20th December at Sibton Park Cricket Club. 6
pm till 7.30pm for ages 11 and under then 8.30pm till 10.30pm for ages 12 to 18. Tickets are £2 each, available from Pam Wooding,
Tel 01303 863283. Further ticket outlet details in December issue of Lyminge newsletter.

LYMINGE PARISH CHURCH - NOVEMBER 2006
Wednesday 1st [NO Open House or
                        Wednesday Silence]
Thursday 2nd     7.30pm All Souls service -
                                   Commemorating the Faithful Departed
Sunday 5th       10.30am WOW service
Wednesday 8th 7.00pm Holy Communion (Short/Said CW1)                        7.30pm Open House -
                                    Bible Study and discussion
                        9.15pm Wednesday Silence
Saturday 11th  11.00am Service of Remembrance
                                    at the War Memorial
Sunday 12th    [NO 10.30am Holy Communion]
                      10.50am Service of Remembrance
                                    at the War Memorial, followed by
                                    United Service at the Methodist Church
                        6.30pm Healing Service
Wednesday 15th 7.00pm Holy Communion (Short/Said CW1)
                        7.30pm Open House -
                                   Bible Study and discussion
                        9.15pm Wednesday Silence
Thursday 16th    2.00pm Pram Service
Sunday 19th     10.30am Holy Communion
Wednesday 22nd  7.00pm Holy Communion (Short/Said CW1)
                         7.30pm Open House -
                                     Bible Study and discussion
                         9.15pm Wednesday Silence
Sunday 26th      8.00am Holy Communion
                       10.30am Holy Communion
                         6.30pm Sunday Silence
Wednesday 29th 7.00pm Holy Communion (Short/Said CW1)
                         7.30pm Open House -
                                     Bible Study and discussion
                        9.15pm Wednesday Silence

SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEA - NAILBOURNE COURT -
5th November
Teas are held on the first Sunday in each month from 3 - 5pm in Nailbourne Court Lounge - for all people who live on their own in the village of Lyminge. If you would like to come, but need a lift, please contact Vanessa on 01303 862432.
PRAM SERVICE - 9th November
Our monthly services for pre-school children will in future be held on the SECOND Thursday of every month at 2pm in Lyminge Church. The service will finish in plenty of time to collect older children from school. For more information, contact Vanessa on 862432.
COFFEE MORNING - 13th November
Coffee mornings continue to be held on the second Monday of each month from 10.00am to 11.30am in Wentworth Close lounge. Do join us as we meet with the residents of Wentworth Close for coffee and a chat.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT LUNCH - 16th November
The lunches continue on the 3rd Thursday of each month. The meal will be two courses plus coffee, at a cost of £6.50 per head. Transport can be arranged for those who need it. Please let Vanessa know if you would like to book a place.
CRAFT ACTIVITY AFTERNOONS
If you enjoy crafts, then you are warmly invited to join in an afternoon of craft activities twice a month at Joan Coleman's house, 9, Greenbanks -from 2 till 4pm on the first and third Tuesday of each month. For more information, contact Joan on 863485.
WEDNESDAY SILENCE -Wednesday nights 9.15 - 10.00pm
The Church will be open for silent prayer, meditation, or just to sit and be still. Come and spend 5 to 45 minutes (as long as you would like) - In total silence: *No music * No words * No interruptions * - Just time to discover inner peace...
Come and be still in the presence of God

 

 

LYMINGE METHODIST CHURCH

Visitors are very welcome to join us at our weekly Service at 11am and invited to share fellowship afterwards with a cup of tea/coffee

Sunday 12th November - Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial followed by Service at 11.15am conducted by Rev. Robin Blount

Sunday 26th November - Service includes Holy Communion

Monday Fellowship 2.30 - 3.30pm Every week from Sept 4th. Why not brighten the week by joining our friendly group of men and women and enjoy a range of speakers, slides, music and chat over a cup of tea.

For Baptisms . Weddings or Funerals, please contact the Minister, Rev Barry Armson, on 01303 266281

The Street Collection for the Folkestone Rainbow Centre raised £59.93. Our thanks to all who contributed.

 

 

RHODES MINNIS METHODIST CHURCH

This small Chapel in beautiful countryside surroundings holds a weekly Sunday Service normally at 9.30am
Followed by coffee and biscuits

A warm welcome is extended to any visitors

The Preachers for September are:

Nov. 5 - Mr. David Foreman

Nov. 12 - Mrs. Carole Jenkins

Nov. 19 - Rev. Alan Hewitt
(Holy Communion)

Nov. 26 - Mr. Dudley Shipton
(all age service)

Lyminge Pre-School
Registered Charity No. 1029226
We hold our sessions at Lyminge Village Hall, Woodland road. Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm (Term time only). We accept children from the age of 2 years.
We are a non-profit-making charitable organisation.
We are members of the Pre-School Learning Alliance and on our Iatest Ofsted report we were awarded the highest marks possible.
Our staff are friendly and experienced at providing a safe and stimulating environment for the children to learn, play and have an enjoyoble transition from Pre-School to Primary School.
Please feel free to call in and visit or telephone Julie on 01303 862634 or Lynn on 01303 862831

ETCHINGHILL W.I.
In October we celebrated our 84th birthday. Business was kept to a minimum.
Joy greeted guests from other W.I .'s who were able to display and sell the various crafts, its amazing the talents of the W.I. ladies. Many bargains were quickly snapped up.
We had Ron Kenny as our entertainer, always very popular. Firstly we had a musical quiz where many of us remembered the tunes but could not recall the words or titles!! However, it was all good fun. It was then tea time when a really scrumptious spread was placed on the tables with many varieties of sandwiches and cakes - all home-made. After this a big raffle took place while Ron Kenny played music for us to have a "sing along" to conclude our Birthday Party.
On 21st November we will be holding our A.G.M. so would all members please come along to vote for your new committee. The competition is to make a soft toy for charity.
As a very friendly W.I. we are always pleased to welcome visitors to our meetings held at the Etchinghill Village Hall at 2.30pm.
Please 'phone Dottie Cross on 862141 or Joy Bartley on 862538 for any information required

Help us to fill our Christmas Hamper for Age Concern with Tea, Sugar, any Tins, Christmas puds, Cakes etc to help our Senior Citizens at Christmas Time.
 Bring any donations to
Haxtons Estate Agents,
8 Station Road
Lyminge

Friends of Kent Churches sponsored bike ride
I am sure that all those involved with this year's event will be delighted to know that we raised over £800. Bearing in mind that a few regulars could not be with us this year, the rest of us, including new recruits, did amazingly well. Mind you, we have some resolute customers and local shopkeepers! The 'feel-good' factor generated by this event is due largely to the willing and generous support we receive from our sponsors.
We seem always to strike lucky with the weather, and this year was no exception. 12 adults and 3 children took part in a 25 mile scenic route that included visits to about 25 Churches (and one pub). We raced around the course at an average speed of about 4 mph, enjoying glorious sunshine the whole day. Thanks again to all those who took part and those who sponsored a rider. Well done Lyminge and district!
Laurence Lees

LYMINGE HANDBELLS
With the summer now behind us we are looking towards the festive season and have already taken bookings for a number of events including St Nicholas Fayre. We have a large selection of Christmas music, not just carols, and can ring at formal and informal events. We are quite happy to come to your home for a special celebration. All we need is a large table for our bells and a donation of at least £35 for the Pilgrims Hospice. We can also play tunes appropriate to the occasion from our classical and contemporary repertoire. But be quick as we can get very busy of notice. Weekends and evenings only please.
Call Ro Edmond on 863201 or Stua Hunnisett on 862530. Alternatively you can e-mail Stuart on stuarthunnisett@hotmail.co.uk

Messy Mitts Toddlers Art Workshops www.messymitts.co.uk
Messy Mitts is a fun and stimulating art group for toddlers aged 18 months -5 years. Our sessions will give your child the chance to be creative, and to be able to explore and experiment with a variety of different media.
New 6 Week block of classes starts Friday 10th Nov
2 classes now available 10.00-11.00 and 11.15-12.15
Please contact Toni on 07720 447886 or email toni@messymitts.co.uk to book a place (as places are limited).

Sellindge Family History Classes 2007
Following the success of this year's family history classes I am hoping to re-run the course in the New Year, if enough people are interested. Now, as the evenings lengthen it is traditionally the time of year when people either get back to their research in earnest, or decide the time is right to take up this gripping and fascinating hobby. I can guarantee that once you have started you won't want to stop!
The classes will be one evening a month for six months and will begin in January. As a result of new commitments I shall only be able to run one class this time and so places will be limited and on a first come first served basis. So if you are interested please contact me, Celia Heritage, on 01303 814957 for further details.

Lyminge Short Mat Bowls Club
Held every Tuesday and Thursday evening in Lyminge Village Hall from 6.30 to 9.30. Come along to one or both evenings a week to enjoy good company and a sporting activity which is suitable for people of all ages.
For further information call Peter on 275937 or Ellen on 862143 - or simply come along one evening. We have bowls for you to use, but please wear flat soled shoes. We look forward to welcoming you.

Lyminge Village Hall
At the heart of our community our recently redecorated Village Hall offers an excellent venue for up to 200 people and can meet a variety of requirements with it's small Committee room, larger Club room and the Main Hall with servery and large stage.
Excellent parking, kitchen facilities available and all in a delightful part of the Village. Price example.
Friday or Saturday evenings £45.00
Afternoon weekday birthday parties £12.00
 For full price details and availability give Jaqui Storey a call on 862044

LYMINGE METHODIST CHURCH HALL HIRE
Hall
1 June to 30 September £5 per hour
£17 per 4 hour session £32 full day
1 October to 31 May £7 per hour
£24 per 4 hour session £42 full day
(includes heating)
Parlour
£4.50 per hour all year with use of
Electric over heaters if required
Overnight Stays
1 June to 30 September £30
1 October to 31 May £40
(Including heating)
Contact Mrs J. Strange on 01303 863039

Sibton Park Cricket Club Pavilion
Having a party? Need a local venue?
Why not take advantage of Sibton Park Cricket Club's lovely pavilion?
We have a bar with club price drinks & friendly, efficient staff.
There is capacity for up to 100 guests. For further information or to make a booking please
Contact Lesley Kirk, Tel 01303 862366
Email address lesley@invercot.fsnet.co.uk

Lyminqe Pre-School
Lyminge Pre-School urgently require regular volunteers from 8.45am to 12 o'clock for any day of the week.
 Would you be interested in coming along to help out?
Whether it be helping the children with art work, aiding them with their overalls, puzzles or just reading a book.
This can be very rewarding and there is never a dull moment!
The staff are very friendly and fun to work with as are the children - so what are you waiting for?
Give Julie a ring on 862634, Lynn on 862831 or phone the village hall on 863149 for a chat and more information.
Looking forward to hearing from you!

AGE CONCERN ELHAM RURAL
On Tuesday 7th November we will be participating in National "Ask about Medicines Week". The Primary Care Trust will be providing pharmacists to come to our Day Centre and answer any questions you may have about your medicines. Members of the public should come along with their medicines or repeat prescriptions between 1pm and 3pm.
We now have a brand new wheelchair available for short term loans, ideal for days out and holidays.
We will holding a Christmas Coffee morning on Tuesday 21st November from 9am until noon. Our art class will be selling their own hand made cards and Christmas gifts. There will be a raffle, produce stall and refreshments available. Please come along and support us, at the Jubilee Day Centre, Everist Court, Station Road, Lyminge.
If you have any enquiries or require further information regarding our services, please ring the Day Centre on 01303 862364 and speak to Lisa or Matthew

Local produce and craft market
at
Newington Village Hall
Every 3rd Sunday of the month
10:30 -12:30pm
Fruit & veg, hand made cards
Fresh bread, Toni's deli, Plants and more
For more info Producemarket@newingtonvillagehall.co.uk

ROSENEATH CERAMICS
Arts & Crafts, White Horse Lane,
Rhodes Minnis, Kent ,, www.roseneathceramics.com
Why not join Katherine at the studio on a Wednesday 10.00 - 1.00pm or Monday evening 7.00 - 10.00pm
Many different items to paint. Studio fee £5 + cost of ceramic bisque, priced from £3. All brushes, paints etc provided + Glazing and firing
Pottery Painting in your own home or venue. Adults and Children Ideal for schools & groups Birthday parties & Hen nights.
For more info or to book a place on a Wednesday afternoon or Monday evening Call-01303 862979 Email. Katherinegoody@tiscali.co.uk

 RHODES MINNIS EVENING CIRCLE
Our speaker was Jan Hemsley talking on 'Mountain Adventures'. Jan showed us his mountaineering equipment and told us how he trained before taking part in the Great North Run and the Three Peaks Challenge and on to the ultimate climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro when he raised £5,000 for the Anthony Nolan Trust. Since then he has climbed mountains in Spain and Italy as well as Snowdon and the Brecon Beacons. Next Jan is off to Scotland to do some more mountaineering.
The competition - Pictures of Mountains - was won by Pat Kent with Diane Potter 2nd and 3rd and Marion Hoare 4th.
The speaker at the next meeting on November 15th at 7.30pm is Chris Tutton talking on 'My Life - Part 2'. Visitors very welcome.
Marion Hoare 862913

PIANO LESSONS
Learn from a patient, qualified & experienced tutor - all ages welcome from beginner to advanced.
• POP, JAZZ & CLASSICAL STYLES TAUGHT
• ABRSM SYLLABUS - 100% EXAM PASS RATE
• MUSIC THEORY LESSONS AVAILABLE Excellent rates & discounts available.
Please call Matthew Coombes for further information. 01303 259530 / 07890 521690

Christmas Lights
This year, on the 2nd December there is to be an official "turning on" of the Christmas tree lights! It will start at 4.00 p.m outside Haxtons Estate Agents and it would be lovely to have as many people there as possible to join the festive occasion.
Hopefully the children from Lyminge Primary will be there to lead the carol singing and the Lyminge Handbell Ringers will entertain you. There will be seasonal refreshments on sale and, if all goes according to plan, there will be a surprise guest to turn on the lights. So don't go home after the St Nicholas Fayre, but make your way to the Christmas tree.
Many thanks to Haxtons for supporting this event.

Folkestone Rainbow Centre
Joint Church /Village Harvest Project
Our sincere thanks to all who supported the following activities to raise funds towards the new Foodstop vehicle and also the many organisations who provided food.
 Patio Party £165.09
Methodist Fete £513.99
Harvest Collection (Meth) £75.86
(Parish Church) £189.50
Harvest Lunch £165.50
Concert (part proceeds) £60.25
Donations £200.00
Another truly wonderful effort

Lyminge Bowls Club
Our new and well- equipped pavilion is available for hire where you may
• Celebrate weddings, anniversaries or birthdays
• Hold fund-raising events, such as quizzes and bingo
• Stage a family reunion or other special occasion
Fully licensed bar with drinks at 'club prices'
Catering available if required. Call 862855

RHODES MINNIS VILLAGE HALL
Are you looking for a hall in which to hold practice sessions, private party/function or meeting?
Rhodes Minnis Village Hall has the capacity to take parties of up to 100 and has kitchen facilities at no extra cost.
Rates: Sun - Fri £13.00 per session £32.00 per day Sat £19.00 per session. £26.00 evening session £50.00 per full day
Session Times: AM session 8.30am - 12.30pm
PM session 1.30pm- 5.30pm
Evening 6.00pm- 11.45pm
A £25.00 returnable deposit is payable in advance. Electricity will be charged at 14p per unit. Regular users will be given a special reduced rate.
For further details contact Mick or Dorothy Athow on 01303 862616

 POSTLING VILLAGE HALL
 A new extension has just been completed at our village hall. This should be a great help in keeping the hall tidy and nicer for everyone to use.
It has been built most professionally by Jenners whose attention to detail and general tidiness has been much appreciated.
Hiring charges: £12.00 per session - morning, afternoon or evening
Tel: 01303 862188

Lyminge Dramatic Society - Alice in Wonderland
     Tickets are now on sale at Haxtons Estate Agents, Lyminge for the Society's production of Lewis Carroll's "Alice in Wonderland". The set is nearing completion, props and masks are being made and the costume makers are burning the midnight oil making all the costumes required. Directed by Barbara Harris, it promises to be a magical production and you will encounter all your favourite characters in this much loved classical story. The production is to be staged from Tuesday 21st to Saturday 25th November in Lyminge Village Hall commencing 7.45pm and there will be a matinee at 4.00pm on Saturday 25th. Badges will also be on sale along with the tickets and at the Post Office. This production will be one not to be missed!
     Please note that there will be a limited number of free-of-charge tickets available for Senior Citizens for the Tuesday performance which must be collected from Haxtons in the usual way. Please also note that the Youth Drama Group still meets from 6pm to 7.30pm on Friday evenings at the Lyminge Methodist Hall.
 



YOGA & RELAXATION CLASSES
Locally held yoga classes Suitable for beginners and the more advanced
Mon 7 - 8.30pm Rhodes Minnis Village Hall
Tues 10am - 12 noon St Paul's Church Hall, Sandgate
Wed 9.30 -11.00am Elham Village Hall
Thurs 9.30 -11.00am Etchinghill Village Hall
Thurs 7 - 8.30pm Elham village Hall
An excellent way to improve your flexibility, strength and balance

YOGA FOR GIRLS
 Wed 5 - 6pm Lyminge Methodist Hall
Class for girls aged between 11-17
For more information or to book a place
Tel: 01303 863196 or
Email chris@yoga4freedom.co.uk 

Great Savings on Games
Christmas is now approaching fast and we have games at great prices We are now stocking games for the following
PSP - PS2 - XBOX - XBOX360
Gamescube - NDS
Also in stock is a wide range of Top Trump playing cards Contact us today on 01303 862985
Delivery to your door is also available

For Sale
Five piece suite
2 Recliner arm chairs
1 2 Seater settee
1 3 Seater settee-
1 Recliner Rocker Swivel Chair *
* You need a pilot's licence to sit in it
Will sell as a suite or will split
NO REASONABLE OFFER REFUSED
Telephone 01303863396
If you see it you will want it
 

DRY SEASONED LOGS
CUT TO SIZE 12" & 8"
£50 per load (1.5 cu.m.)
Delivered Tel : 01303 862142		 SAYSHELLS CATERING SERVICES
 BASED AT LYMINGE COFFEE SHOP
We can cater for any type of function, large or small, from the most flamboyant weddings and stylish dinner parties to children's birthdays and family gatherings. Menus are tailor made to suit your individual needs. For a competitive price call into the coffee shop or ring Sally or Sheryl on 864222 or 862789 evenings
Celebration cakes made to order
Auto Economy Centre
 &
Auto Tyre Centre
Fully Equipped Mechanical Repair & Tyre Centres
01303 863656
Proprietor:J Weatherley
Orchard Garage, Canterbury Rd, Etchinghill 		Carpenter/Builder Handyman
No Job Too Small
Free Quotation. No Obligation
Special Rates for Senior Citizens

Phone Ronnie: 07973 545125
01303 863187
LOCAL PICTURE FRAMER

For all your framing needs

Photographs, pictures, tapestries and art work
Free Home Collection and Delivery
Call Graham on 01303 862951

"MOONSTONE PET SERVICE"
For Guinea Pigs to Great Danes!!
Dog Bathing, Grooming, Nail Clipping,
Pet/House Sitting, Pop-ins, Animal Massage
And Energy Healing.
Call Sue 07772 393689
Foundation Flooring

For a free no obligation estimate on a wide range of carpets, vynyls, sisal, seagrass, laminate and wood flooring as well as blinds, please call Richard or Lynda on 862186 or visit our showroom at Orchard Garage, Canterbury Road, Etchinghill. 		STERRY FUNERAL SERVICE
Clive Sterry offers a local family owned Funeral Service
Help and advice 24 hours a day
Traditional and Green funerals
Home visits
Pre-paid Funeral Plans & Memorials
Always at competitive prices
Call 272525, 93 Cheriton High Street
Also Lyminge 862540 after 6pm
Personal Computing

For straightforward I.T. advice, solutions and training

Contact
Steve Ashman
862869
sra@ashman-consulting.co.uk  		Red Dragon IT Ltd.
'Computer Specialists'
We offer the 'One Stop Shop' for all your computer requirements. We now offer training in groups and one to one. Our services include repairs, bespoke PCs, maintenance, peripherals, consumables and web design.
www.rdit.co.uk    01303  862558
Wholistic Works - Chiropody/Podiatry -
Complementary Heath  and Beauty Clinics
We are an expanding centre with offering a wide range of treatments in many therapies and now including Beauty. Our aim is to holistically care for the whole you - inside and out. We would be delighted to hear from you and show you more!
WHOLISTIC WORKS - 2 Station Road, Lyminge.
www.wholistic-works.co.uk
e-mail: info@wholistic-works.co.uk
Tel: 01303 863359  		JUBILEE FARM SHOP
Rhodes Minnis, Telephone 862317
Organic eggs. Fresh fruit and vegetables.
High quality meat at reasonable prices.
Now selling our own organic Aberdeen Angus beef.  Jubilee Organic Lamb (whole or halfto order)
Large range of organic produce.
OPEN 8am – 6pm Mon-Sat and 9am - 5pm Sun
SCRUBBERS – Est 1988
The Home and Commercial Cleaners
One off or regular
Moving day ‘Blitz’
Oven cleaning – Ironing
Carpet cleaning and more…
For a friendly and reliable service
Tel: 01303 862249 Free Estimates 		Cosyburn Heating Services Ltd.
Riverside Estate West Hythe Road Hythe CT21 4NT 01303 260197
For all types of heating needs Rayburn range cookers Plumbing -Central Heating - Multi -fuel stoves
Contact Dennis Huntley on 862343 or
VISIT OUR SHOWROOM
 OFTEC & CORGI Registered - Qualified Tradesmen
Freshlook Gardens
Garden design. Regular lawn mowing service available. General garden work undertaken. Rubbish cleared. Overgrown gardens cleared. Winter pruning and hedge cutting.
For free quotation ring Geoffrey Hogben.
KCC registered
Telephone 01303 844680 Mobile 07866091633		 Christine McGarrick Soft Furnishings - 863932
For beautiful made-to-measure hand-finished curtains, cushions, roman blinds etc.
• Choose from an extensive range of quality fabrics in the comfort of your own home.
• Samples of fabric and trimmings supplied.
• Itemised quotation without obligation.
• Professionally qualified seamstress with 19 years soft furnishings experience and extensive portfolio.
• Tracks and poles supplied and fitted
HILLARYS BLINDS LTD
 For your Office Home or Conservatory

• unbeatable choice                              
• expert advice         GORDON BOUCHER
• free quotation              01303 862949      
• select at home                                  
• quoted price includes fitting                
• daytime, evening or  weekend appointments    

OSCAR PET FOODS
OSCAR DELIVERS TO YOUR DOOR
Pet foods, Bird seed, & so much more
(25 kilos wild bird seed £13)
* Free home delivery              (Pup to Senior
* Free meal for your dog         Wheat &           
      * Free nutritional advice           Gluten free foods)
Tel Kathy or Richard on 01303 862200
A friendly franchise
TAX & FINANCIAL SERVICES
Everything you will even need from your accountant
  • Sole trader accounts, Company accounts and management reports.
  • Business and personal tax returns.
  • Business plans.
  • Energy savings
  • Affordable rates.
  • Total trust.

        Phone Tony Abbott acima on 01303 862882

Jackson Plumbing
Property Maintenance

Complete bathrooms and tiling
No job too small. Special rates for OAP's.
Telephone: Home/evening 270691
or day time 07773 089398
(please note new mobile number)
BEAVER BUILDERS
Jon Daughters
Conversions    Driveways     Plastering
Roofing    Patios     Decorating
Carpentry     Drains     Plumbing
 Free estimates – Tel: 01303 863371
Mobile: 07905 999480 		Etchinghill Golf
Every Sunday we run a Carvery style lunch with prices starting from £8.50 per person and concessions for children. We also have monthly Food Theme Nights from £10.00 for two courses.
Etchinghill has 27 hole golf course a par 3 course and a floodlit driving range and we welcome all abilites to our golf clinics.
We also offer Loyalty golf membership from as little as £39.00 a year. For golfing enquiries tel: 01303 863863
For restaurant or function enquires tel: 01303 862929 .
G. GRECH
Sewing and Pressing Machinery - 35 years experience
Specialist in: Bernine, Singer, Necchi, Pfaff, Jones &
Brother, Riccar, Voking, Frister & Rossman
Machines Serviced and Repaired by Experts
Industrial Suppliers of Parts Needles & Accessories
to the Clothing Trade.
01303 245320 - Mob: 07771 865112
email: giannigrech@tiscali.co.uk 		D.Scrivens
Plumbing & Heating - Professional plumbing services
FREE QUOTATIONS - NO CALL OUT CHARGES
Unvented Hot Water Storage Systems Central Heating Systems - Bathroom Installations
Taps - Sinks - Leaks
Approved 'Aqualisa' Installer
Contact: Darren on 09810 897076
 Email: scrivensplumbing@aol.com
LOGS

Seasoned Ash or mixed logs cut to length
Barn stored

Call John on 07708 277968

 Mick Johnson
Plumber

30 YEARS EXPERIENCE
Telephone 862897
DILTON
MINI SKIP HIRE
Ballast, Hardcore, Sand and Topsoil Supplied
REGISTERED WASTE CARRIER
Telephone: 812448 or
Mobile 07799 433754 		M.J. Athow Est. 1965
BUILDER & DECORATOR   EST 1965
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Member of the Federation of Small Businesses
Qualified and Insured. Free estimates
24 hour emergency service
Telephone 862616   Mobile 07976 306665
Email: m-d-athow@supanet.com

AIR LINK CARS
(You pack up, we pick up)

Airport, Seaport & Long distance Travel Specialists. The Family Run Business where service really counts Estate cars and People Carriers Fixed price 24hrs a day. No extras.
Written Confirmation of booking
For the Easy Airport Link, Think Air link!
01303 862704/07753 760897

The Aerial Man
T.V. aerial installations. Satellite installations. Stereo FM radio aerials. Outdoor or indoor. T.V. aerial maintenance. Video and satellite distribution systems. Extra points for TVs. All work guaranteed with a personal service. Estimates and good advice given freely.
NO CALL OUT FEE
Ring anytime on 863044 or mobile 07860 645643		 BAILEY CONSTRUCTION
Extensions, Bricklaying, Concreting,
Drives, Patios, Fencing and for all
your building needs

Call Tony on
Home: 01227 283626 Mobile 07884 181920
Alan J. Boughton

Small Works Builder
All aspects of building work undertaken
40 years experience
Telephone: 862075		 BRIAN HEWETT
Painter and Decorator
Property Maintenance
Telephone for free quotation and advice without obligation 01303 862150
I have been painting and decorating for 45 years
and still enjoy it!
Lyminge Post Office
Postal supplies, bill payments
Next day foreign currency
Insurance, car tax, banking and much, much more
DVD rental £1.50 per night
Beautiful cards and excellent gifts.
 Tel. no. 862201		 R.B.BUILDING SERVICES

General Maintenance, Painting, Carpentry, Drives and Drainage, Plumbing - Quality Heating Systems
Fully Insured
For a Free quote please ring Roy Bowling on
Home Tel: 01303 863267 – Mobile 07947 132319
Vera’s Farm Shop. 01303 862870
Fancoome, Skeete Road, Lyminge
Free Range Hen’s and Duck eggs
Bedding and Vegetable Plants
Cut Flowers, Fresh Fruit & Vegetables
Selection of Organic Produce & Eggs
Mondays 10 – 12 noon Inside Everist Court
Fridays 10am – 1.00pm Nailbourne Court
Come and say ‘Hello’ to all the animals 		Mark Yorke

Brick Paving - Drives (all types) - Patios
Paths - General Building works

Phone 863196 for a free estimate
18 years experience. All work guaranteed 

DOG TRAINING

Obedience classes for dogs
of all ages.
Classes held at Lyminge Methodist Church Hall on Wednesday evenings 7.30-8.30pm.
Phone Barry 840007 for details.

LYMINGE HARDWARE
4 Station Road Lyminge 862932
Hardware, China, DIY, Calor Gas, Paraffin, Coal, Wood and Timber cut to size, Paint, Wild Bird Food, Plumbing , Electrical, Salt for Dishwashers and Water Softeners, Building Sand, etc.
The list goes on and on, please call in and see us.
MAXTED CONSTRUCTION
We are specialists in House Refurbishments, Extensions, Loft Conversions, Electrical works, Plumbing, Roofing, Carpentry, Driveways, Patios, Conservatory Installations and most forms of Property Maintenance.
Contact us now for a free no obligation Estimate on:
Freephone: 0800 083 6469,Tel: 01227 709606
Email: office@maxtedconstruction.co.uk,
or contact us via our website
www.maxtedconstruction.co.uk  		Total garden care for all your needs
TIM MILLETT
Grass Maintenance Scarifying service
Fencing-Repairs & New Installations
Small to Medium size tree work     Turfing
Hard & Soft Landscaping
Free Estimates       Fully Insured
01303 863676 Mob:07752 880583
Email: timm-millett@supanet.com
HAXTONS ESTATE AGENTS
8 STATION ROAD. LYMINGE. Tel 01303 863393 Website: www.haxtons.co.uk  Offices at Lyminge * Evegate* Smeeth* Woodchurch*. We specialise in Village, Country and Town properties. Properties marketed through all the offices. We offer free no obligation valuations & a no sale no fee policy. Haxtons are members of the National Association of Estate Agents. Lyminge opening hours:-
Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm. Sunday 11am - 4pm 		N.P.C. Domestic Services
Service and Repair of all domestic appliances,
including cookers and small electrical work

For a prompt and friendly service
Telephone Neil Collard on 248887
 

Domestic Oven Cleaning
By the UK’s leading oven cleaning company

• Non castic
• Fresh solutions every time
• Ovens, Ranges & AGAs
• Hobs, Extractors, Microwaves & B.B.Qs
Tel: 0800 328 9342 for your free quote
Local representative: Geoff Cheshire
Mark Beer
Landscaping - Groundwork - Trenching
Patios - Paving - Decking - Driveways
Sand Schools - Drainage
Mini Digger Hire - Self Drive or Operated
CITB Registered - Fully Insured - 20 years experience Phone/Fax 863893 or 07949 291742

K & M LEWSEY LTD
PLUMBING & HEATING ENGINEERS
ESTABLISHED 1969
REGISTERED PLUMBER
GAS ACOP APPROVED ENGINEERS
TELEPHONE: 01303 264535
MANNED OFFICE,
DAYTIME MONDAY TO FRIDAY


PARISH COUNCIL
HOUSING NEEDS SURVEY
COMPLETED

The Parish Council, in partnership with The Rural Housing Trust has completed The Housing Needs Survey and produced a full report.

The Parish Council wanted to quantify the extent and clarify what type and size of housing, if any, was needed which the private market could not provide. Survey forms were delivered to every household in the Parish and prepaid envelopes provided. 1500 forms were despatched and 369 returned. 25% an average response in accordance to The Rural Housing Trusts experience. The report said that the average house prices in 2006 were as follows, Terraced House £200,713, Semi Detached £184,370, Detached £261,111. We have 91 Local Authority properties for rent in the Parish the majority of which are for elderly people. We also have five Housing Association properties. The survey also concluded that 59% of respondents wanted additional housing whilst 32% were opposed to any new development, 9% did not express a preference. The survey identified a demand/need from 13 families (including single parents) 8 couples, 12 single people, 1 set of siblings and 4 people wanting to share a property with a friend.

The Parish Council will consider the full report and debate the findings at Full Parish Council in the New Year. The Parish Council will decide if further action is required in identifying land for development or consider taking no further action for the foreseeable future.

An example of how being a Parish Councillor can make a difference to the future of your Parish


CAR PARK COMPROMISE

The Parish Council welcome the introduction of free parking for the first hour in Lyminge village carpark and thank Cllr Monk and Shepway District Council for this vital concession. The Parish Council are still however, at a loss to understand how this ill thought out parking charge can possibly make any contribution to alleviating Shepway's financial difficulties. Cllr Monk attended Parish Council and the Council made it very clear that they do not support the charges under any circumstances. Cllr Monk also sought our views on resident parking charges. It may come as no surprise and was made very clear that we do not want or feel it appropriate to introduce these money making charges in a rural community. We will be asking for a breakdown of the profits from the car park charges and will let you know!
Parish Councillors can make a difference


PARISH COUNCIL UPDATE ON PROJECTS

Street Furniture - A new salt bin of considerable expense was delivered as requested, to Meriden Park Etchinghill. Within days of its delivery it was substantially damaged by vandals, if anyone has any information regarding the culprits please contact our Community Warden Gary Harrison 07977982185.

Two new benches will shortly be fitted outside the Library and at the bottom of Tayne Field. These again are to replace broken and damaged wooden benches and we would appeal to anyone seeing acts of vandalism to report it to our Community Warden immediately. The metal bench at Yew Tree Cross has also been repaired and replaced due to vandalism. Our Community Warden has an excellent track record for tracking down the culprits and subsequently ensuring they repair or make amends for their actions. Therefore as previously requested please let him know if you see any acts of vandalism.

Broad Street House Footpath - The Parish Council with the help of our County Councillor Susan Carey have been pursuing the issue of creating a footpath outside Broad Street House, creating a safe link between Etchinghill and Lyminge. The County Council have, without informing the Parish Council (who own the land) laid a path along most of Ethelburga Way. We have questioned the logic behind spending on a pedestrian/bridle way and not a vital community link and road safety issue. We will with the help of Cllr Carey pursue this important issue and report on our slow but hopefully positive progress.

Village Tidy - If you wish to help reduce litter/ weeds in Lyminge please meet at the junior playground Tayne Field Sunday 26th Nov 2.00pm


LYMINGE PARISH COUNCIL & VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS VACANCIES

The Parish Council welcomed a new Councillor at its September meeting, Councillor Gore of Woodlands Road Lyminge. Whilst we look forward to a positive contribution from Cllr Gore we still need more Councillors. Along with all clubs societies and organisations we are in need of volunteers. We all cherish our villages and choose to live in our rural environments. We all rely on volunteers to keep, develop and provide services, entertainment and care. If more people do not take an active role we will start to lose the very things that make our Parish a great place to live. Please help one of our groups. We also need more Councillors please help us to make our Parish a great place to live. Contact Cllr Glenn Floyd 862 732.
 

CONTACTS & FUTURE MEETINGS

Full Parish Council
Monday 11th December 7.30 p.m. venue to be confirmed, check notice board outside Lyminge Post Office
Parish Clerk John Gretton 01303 864230
Cllr Derrick Hamer Chair 01303 863182
Cllr Patsy Philip Vice Chair 01303 862983
Cllr Glenn Floyd Finance Chair 01303 862732

PARISH WALK
Sunday at 10.00am
Check the notice
board out side
Lyminge
Post Office