October 2005

Produced by
The Lyminge Association

Lyminge Village Hall

BONFIRE AND
FIREWORK DISPLAY

Saturday 5th November

Bonfire at 6.30pm followed by
Grand Firework Display

Soup, BBQ and Drinks from 6pm

Adults £4, Children £2, Family Ticket £10
Available at the gate

Garage Sale Safari
The Garage Sale was once again a huge success for local residents with most people showing a profit. The Lyminge Association hope to organise another Garage Safari in March 2006 so start collecting your unwanted goods now!
 

A New Pub opens in Lyminge by Graham Caldow

The Coach and Horses in Lyminge has been in a canter rather than a gallop for the last couple of ; years as locals, including myself, went elsewhere. Turning the pub around seems an unenviable task ' but speaking to Ken and Christine Kidd, the new owners, they certainly have the desire and a vision for what a local pub should be.
They started modestly by getting the pub signboard retouched, and then went on to bigger things like repainting the outside, doors and windows included. They have been working hard inside too, with everything freshly painted and a completely redone the upstairs part where the pool table used to be. Now it is an intimate, non smoking area. Over the two weeks, until 7th October (the pub will be closed Monday - Friday lunchtime, but open as normal on weekends) they are completely renovating the toilets. Some work has been done on the garden but as the summer is over they will be focusing on the fence and getting new furniture for next year.
Their other plans for the future are impressive as well. Ken has contacted the tree officer at Shepway and has a job number to have the overhanging trees at the back pruned. Then they have plans to extend the garden along the back and put more seating so we will be able to enjoy the view over Tayne Field next summer with a drink - how many times have we all said that's what the pub should do?
Decent food is also something many of us want from our local pub. At the moment they do bar snacks, ploughmans sandwiches etc. Shortly they will start serving light meals and also Sundays Roasts. Christine wants to get a full menu in place by Christmas and the restaurant is being refurbished. There is one small obstacle holding this up: the dining room ceiling, it needs to come down! Fortunately one of Ken's many hats is as a builder, so he knows what needs to be done.
Outward appearances are one thing but there is a lot more that makes a pub than how well it is decorated. This is Ken and Christine's first pub of their own but they both have many years of experience in the trade. Perhaps this might be the right balance because they know what's what and also have enthusiasm that comes with their first very own pub.
I must confess that I have not been in the Coach for well over a year but I have been in there a couple of times recently and have noticed a very different atmosphere. There is a little more banter between the bars for a start. There are people I have not seen before and children are welcome. The darts team even has enough new people to form an additional team. The juke box has gone; replaced by low background music over which you can talk. As a CAMRA member, my memory of a year ago was of real ale which didn't taste as good as it should; this time I can report both the London Pride and Flowers IPA were very well kept. Sorry I forgot to ask about the bottled wine, but the one thing Ken and Chris are is open to suggestions. They both have that easy, friendly manner that is so important to running a pub. Turning the Coach and Horse around, I think, is one of the most difficult jobs in Lyminge. But it is happening. So many people responded in their Parish Plan Questionnaire and Three Wishes that they wanted a local, family friendly pub; if we genuinely want this we have to support the new publicans. I would urge everyone in the village to give the Coach and Horses another chance and pop in for a drink. I think you will find, like me, you feel welcome once again in your local.

 

A Big Thank You
to Chris and Ken, our new Landlady and Landlord of the Coach and Horses, Lyminge. With their kind and generous support and donation we raised £200 for Cancer Research UK. The winner was Lea Hadleigh and Ken runner up. Coach and Horses Ladies Dart Team.

Joyce Marshall
Rep. for Cancer Research

Thank You

A big THANK YOU to all those who were kind enough to give so generously in sponsoring me on the walk for the FOLKESTONE HEART SUPPORT GROUP which took place on Sunday 18th September. As a result of you generosity I raised £213.

Thank you once again
John Marlow

 

Cricket Update
by Katie Guy

How many of us are aware that alongside our village, and very much part of its life is a centre to provide entertainment, fun, exercise, fresh air and good companionship for all of us, namely Sibton Park Cricket Club.
Last month there was a special week when all of us were involved in some way. The Vice Presidents of the club were invited and welcomed to a truly fantastic lunch by the ladies of the club. We very much appreciated the care that went into the event and we would like to say thank you to the people who ensured comfort and pleasure for us ail.
The club is always ready to welcome anyone interested in welfare of the game of cricket. An annual sub and your support for the players from the boundary line or in the very comfortable pavilion is welcome. You can enjoy tea with the cricketers or other beverages from the bar to the background of goodwill and companionship.
The club has several teams who play at home and away, and there is a very strong Colt (young cricketers) emphasis, where youngsters learn not only how to understand and play the game of cricket, but they will absorb its finer and long-lasting aspects as they learn to respect each other as team members and develop a strong sense of fairness.
There is comfortable seating outdoors (bring a cushion) and inside with ringside views.
With your support of Sibton Park Cricket Ground you are following in the footsteps of cricketers, some famous, some not so, and the cricket green itself is surely one of the loveliest in all England. So while this season is over, make a note to come along next season and see what you missed.

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STOP PRESS

Well, well and HOWZAT! We are right behind our superb cricket team in winning and bringing back the precious Ashes, last held under Mike Gatting's team in 1986, a long time ago. Who has not been riveted to their TV, sharing the hopes and frustration of our English cricket team. Michael Vaughn led his team on the victory parade and they certainly have given us something to be proud of, revelling in that short window of time, and putting on view, with well deserved praise, all that is best in the world of sport.
The team have given a renaissance to the game of cricket and to the joy of a wonderful team spirit and brotherhood in the field.
When have you last witnessed the joy, excitement and pride fulfilled in all of us as we share the good old English game of cricket? It touched one and all. Let's keep it going.

 

Lyminge Library News by Jane Pace(The Librarian)

Well done to all the children who joined the summer reading voyage. We had a hundred children join with over thirty collecting their medals and certificates.
Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time started last week, a special thank you go to William, Abby and Georgia and their mums for being the first to come.
* The times has now changed,
starting at 9.30-10.00 *
The computer taster sessions have been very popular and are now full. Penny and Sheila, from Folkestone, will take the sessions. As the interest has been so high, more courses will be organised at different levels as required.
Leaflets are now available to anyone interested in our reading group. Please fill in and return to the library and you will be contacted about the first meeting.
Reading groups run once a month for all ages and walks of life. It's a new way to discover new authors you may not otherwise discover. You then meet to discuss if you liked or loathed the book.

Lyminge Library
Family History Taster Session

Have you ever wanted to trace your family tree but don't know where to begin? Or do you want some tips on researching parish register or consulting census returns? If so then a family history taster session at Lyminge Library is the event for you. It takes place on Saturday 15th October from 1.30 - 4.00 pm, and will be led by Janet Adamson, Adult Education tutor and local family history expert. Why not come along and receive an introduction to tracing your family tree and tips on researching your ancestors in England and Wales? The event is free, but places are limited. To book your ticket, please call at Lyminge Library or call the library on 862180.

 

ST. MARY & ST. ETHELBURGA, LYMINGE. SERVICES

SUNDAY 2ND OCTOBER – TRINITY 19
  8.00AM HOLY COMMUNION
10.30AM ‘WOW’ SERVICE
  6.30PM SUNDAY SILENCE
WEDNESDAY 5TH OCTOBER
  7.30PM OPEN HOUSE
  9.15PM WEDNESDAY SILENCE
THURSDAY 6TH OCTOBER
  9.30AM HOLY COMMUNION
SUNDAY 9TH OCTOBER – TRINITY 20
10.30AM HOLY COMMUNION
  6.30PM HEALING SERVICE
WEDNESDAY 12TH OCTOBER
  7.30PM OPEN HOUSE
  9.15PM WEDNESDAY SILENCE
THURSDAY 13TH OCTOBER
  9.30AM HOLY COMMUNION
SUNDAY 16TH OCTOBER – TRINITY 21
10.30AM HARVEST FESTIVAL
              followed by HARVEST LUNCH.
TUESDAY 18TH OCTOBER (ST. LUKE)
  7.30PM HOLY COMMUNION
WEDNESDAY 19TH OCTOBER
  7.00PM ALPHA WORSHIP
  7.30PM ALPHA COURSE
  9.15PM WEDNESDAY SILENCE
THURSDAY 20TH OCTOBER
  9.30AM HOLY COMMUNION
SUNDAY 23RD OCTOBER
  8.00AM HOLY COMMUNION
10.30AM HOLY COMMUNION
WEDNESDAY 26TH OCTOBER
  7.00PM ALPHA WORSHIP
  7.30PM ALPHA COURSE
  9.15PM WEDNESDAY SILENCE
THURSDAY 27TH OCTOBER
  9.30AM HOLY COMMUNION
SUNDAY 30TH OCTOBER
             – 4TH BEFORE ADVENT
10.30AM MATTINS FOLLOWED BY
              HOLY COMMUNION
MOTHER’S UNION – SUNDAY TEAS
Our Sunday afternoon teas continue (IN NAILBOURNE COURT LOUNGE, 3 – 5 PM) on:
SUNDAY 2ND OCTOBER
SUNDAY 6TH NOVEMBER
PRAM SERVICE
THURSDAY 6TH OCTOBER at 2.00pm in the Church. (Next: THURSDAY 3RD NOVEMBER)
CHURCH OFFICE
Open on Mondays and Thursdays from 10.30am to 1.30pm. Tel: 862345
GIFT DAYS
THANK YOU to all who responded to our Gift Day appeal, and have sent donations for the repairs to the Church. So far, 60 envelopes have been received. If you have not yet responded, but would like to help, it is not too late! Envelopes can be dropped in to any of the addresses at the bottom of the Gift Day letter, or sent to the Treasurer, Mr. Philip Hawken, Ebenezer, Brady Road, Lyminge. CT18 8DA.
 

ALPHA COURSE
Starting Wednesday 19th October
7pm to 9pm
St Mary & St Ethelburga Church, Lyminge

Bereavement Support Lunches
For all people who have suffered bereavement
For further details, please contact Rev Vanessa Ashman on 01303 862432

LYMINGE METHODIST CHURCH

Family worship takes place every Sunday at 11am Including Challengers for young people

Visitors are very welcome and invited to share fellowship after the Service and a cup of tea/coffee

Sunday 2nd Oct 11am Service includes Holy Communion
Friday 7th Oct 7.30pm ‘Friday Night is Music Night’.A feast of musical entertainment by local musicians. Entry free with retiring collection and Refreshments
Sunday 9th Oct 11am HARVEST THANKSGIVING followed at 11.45am with the blessing of the boat for Sudan which will be filled with tinned food. Etc, for Folkestone Rainbow Centre
Monday Fellowship weekly 2.30 – 3.30pm – an opportunity to hear a variety of speakers, meet new friends and enjoy a chat over a cup of tea.
For Baptisms, Weddings or Funerals, please contact the Minister, Rev Derek Hancock.
Tel 01303 266281

RHODES MINNIS
METHODIST CHURCH

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

A warm welcome is extended to any visitors The Preachers for October are:-
2nd Oct - Harvest Festival at 3pm – Rev Robin Blount (please note NO morning service)
9th Oct - Mr Dudley Shipton
16th Oct - Rev. Ian Hamilton (Holy Communion)
23rd Oct - Mr Edmond Simpson
30th Oct – Mr Peter Ellis

Food for Your Soul

Audio tapes and messages from Grace chapel in Folkestone available free of charge by post.
The messages deal with the main themes of the Bible in an easy to follow manner and are suitable for all.
Tel: Tom Drion on 01303 252527 (ans/phone) or 07834227307 (mobile) to request a tape.
 

ST NICHOLAS FAIR 2005
Please put the date in your diary!
This year’s Fair is on
Saturday 10th December
from 12 to 4 at the Village Hall.

Already plans are well in hand – if you have not let the committee know if you are having a stall please let Helen (862352) or Jenny (863934) as soon as possible.

It promises to be every bit as good as 2004 and 2003 – the hog roast is booked, the mulled wine is ordered, the Morris Dancers will be there, along with the St Nicholas Band and St Nicholas Players.

More details next month! Watch this space

LYMINGE GARDENERS SOCIETY
A.G.M.
Annual General Meeting of the above Society wll be held at the Methodist Church Hall on
Tuesday 25th October at 7.30pm.

Available soon, totally refurbished self contained ground floor apartment within large family home in Lyminge. Fully furnished bedroom with en suite shower room/wc, sitting room with wide screen TV and broadband connection. Separate kitchen in shared utility room. All bills except telephone and personal shopping included. £450 pcm Professional person preferred - no DSS. References essential Call 01303 863803 or email: gill@monkonline.co.uk

RHODES MINNIS TODDLER GROUP
Come and join our small friendly group and have a tea/coffee while your children play. We are at Rhodes Minnis Village Hall from 10am – 12 noon every Thursday during term time. We are also having Usborne Books at our meeting on 13th October so come and look. Buy or order for Christmas.

Everyone welcome – Mums, Dads,
Grandparents and Friends.
Ring Elaine on 863096 if you need further details 

LYMINGE CHURCHYARD
Recently the mower has shattered glass and bottles which have found their way onto the grass. This could be very dangerous to other people. The PCC respectfully requests that you do not use glass containers at all.
There are now two wheeley bins at the Church. Please could all dead flowers and plants be put in the brown bin and all plastic, metal and oasis from flowers and wreaths be put in the green bin. We do not have a caretaker for the churchyard and despite clearing up from time to time, the area continues to become untidy very quickly.
THANK YOU

FOLK SINGERS NEEDED
To sing with the (Lyminge based) St Nicholas Band.
With or without a repertoire. Some experience of Club/Pub singing as performer or audience would be helpful but not essential. Only qualification needed is DO YOU ENJOY FOLK. If so please contact Roger Davenport 862463 or Alister Bailey 864235

‘HELP SWAP’
I hate gardening. I love cooking.
Is there a really nice person out there who will come and look after my relatively small, low maintenence garden in exchange for prepared home-cooked meals for the freezer? Call gill on 01303 863893 or email: gill@monkonline.co.uk 

LYMINGE JUDO CLUB
Lyminge Judo Club has vacancies for anyone over the age of 6 years. Why not come and visit us on a Monday evening at Lyminge village Hall. Time/age related groups from 6.15pm to 9.00pm. For further information please call Debbie on 01303 862210

ART AND CULTURE CLUB
DOOR TO DOOR TRIPS
The Editor wishes to apologise for cutting short the notice regarding the above club. It has been repeated complete on the next page.

Arts and Culture Club/Door to Door Trips

Do you enjoy going to see West End shows, operas, ballets, comedies and thrillers? Or what about visiting houses and gardens of beauty and historical interest? Would you like to make new friends with people of a similar interest in your local area?

Based on a similar arts and culture club we have successfully been running in the Maidstone and Tonbridge area for the past few years, and following my subsequent move locally, I am now setting up a division in the Lyminge-Elham Valley area.

Planned trips for the October to December period include Champagne Afternoon Tea at the Ritz, followed by a tour of London’s Christmas lights and tickets to see the new smash hit musical Billy Elliot.

All trips include the option of being picked up from and returned to your home in either our six seater taxi or small minibus, saving you any concern of travelling alone at night and the hassle of driving or using public transport (no more racing to make last train home!)

To be put on my mailing list please give me, Catherine Rosenberg, a call on 01303 862 421. I look forward to meeting you soon!

Lyminge Dramatic Society – It’s Pantomime time!

Well, not quite yet, but rehearsals have started for Lyminge Dramatic Society’s pantomime. Stuart Hunnisett has written this pantomime based on the fairy story “Rumpelstiltskin” by the Brothers Grimm and it promises to be a treat for the whole family. All the usual pantomime ingredients will be there. Please make a note in your diary for the dates of the panto which are November 27th to December 3rd at Lyminge Village Hall. Evening performances will start at 7.45pm and there will be matinees at 4.45 pm on Friday and 4.00pm on Saturday.

Tickets will go on sale on 5th November at Haxtons Estate Agents, Lyminge. Book early to avoid disappointment!

We are pleased to announce the start of the Lyminge Drama Club for 8 to 15 year olds at Lyminge Methodist Hall on Friday evenings. Sponsored by the Society, the sessions will initially be held between 6pm and 7pm and will be run by Amanda Rynston of Little Acorns Performing Arts. The sessions will increase to one and a half hours once the children start working on a script. Various theatre visits and workshops have been arranged and the children will get the opportunity to take part in the Society’s pantomime. The cost is £4-00 per session (excluding the various visits) for each of 12 sessions and the £48-00 is payable in advance. For more details phone Amanda on 862049 or Liz Parrish on 862748.

 

ETCHINGHILL W.I.

There was no meeting in August but that did not stop members enjoying themselves. Several members visited the House of Parliament and had a most interesting day and it was thumbs up all round. Our annual historical outing was a visit to Hever Castle and those of us who went had a wonderful fun day out.

Unfortunately Mrs M Webster was unable to speak to us at our September meeting as she was still recoving from surgery, however, we enjoyed an afternoon entering a photograph quiz which was won by Gill Le Cras. As usual we had an excellent tea prepared by our hostesses.

A forthcoming outing on 27th September will be a cream tea at the Elham Valley tearooms.

ETCHINGHILL VILLAGE HALL

THISTLES GROUP
Scottish Country Dancing

We welcome those with experience and those who’ve never tried before
The steps are easy (not Highland) and soon learnt
Exercise/chat/fun – come and give it a try
Wednesday evening - £1.50

More information from Pam on
01303 862501

AGE CONCERN ELHAM RURAL

 In June we returned to the Everist Court Day Centre, it is no longer a facility that offers just day care. It could be considered as a resource centre for older people living in our rural community. Any older person can pop –in and use any or all of our services.

• Laundry Service This service can be accessed by older people who do not have laundry facilities or are either physically or mentally too frail to cope with their washing. This service cost £3.00 per load and includes washing and drying.
• Assisted Bathing This service is provided by trained care assistants using a state of the art Sovereign bath. The bath has a spa facility for anyone who has arthritis, joint pains. The cost is £2.50
• Pop-in For anyone who just wants to come and have coffee with other older people and have the use of an internet accessible computer.
• Hot Meals We are able to provide freshly cooked hot meals to 50 older people per day. The cost of each meal is £3.50 and includes a small orange juice, 2 courses followed by tea or coffee.
• Chiropody Clinic this is provided on a Monday by Christine Hughes a qualified Chiropodist each treatment cost £10.00
• Transport we have 2 minibuses that are used to bring clients to the centre and take them home at the end of the day. The cost is £1.50 or £2.00 depending on the distance from the day centre.
• Activities a variety of activities are provided each day and clients are able to participate in what they would like to. Activities can include art and craft, prize bingo, scrabble, cards, quizzes, darts, reminiscence, just chatting and enjoying the company of others.
• Hairdressing This is provided every morning by our qualified hairdresser Denise. Prices start at only £3.50 for a wash and cut to £15.00 for a perm.
• Basic Hearing Aid Maintenance and Battery Replacement. This is provided for any older person with an NHS hearing aid and is free of charge.

We are in the process of recruiting an Advice and Information Officer who will be trained to give assistance and advice with form filling and benefit applications. This service will be free of charge.

We are keen that this resource is used, just use the amount of practical help that you need or want. Just pop in and meet the friendly staff or ring and speak to Lisa or Matthew on 01303 862364

We have been asked by Shepway Primary Care Trust to investigate how many older people would be interested in receiving dental treatment at our Day Centre. If there is sufficient demand they may be able to allocate us an NHS Domiciliary Dentist.

We need to prove this service is needed by the community. If you would be interested in this service PLEASE let us know by ringing 01303 862364. We would like to give the PCT information during November so ring as soon as possible.

ETCHINGHILL UPDATE

• Firstly, we are aware of a number of new folk moving to the village – so a very warm welcome if you’re reading this for the first time..
• A couple of “advance notices” :- our A.G.M. will be held on Sunday 6th November at 3.00 p.m. in the Village Hall – all residents are members by virtue of residency, so please come along and find out a little bit more about the Association – refreshments provided.
  • we are “repeating” our family Halloween Quiz this year… “Brains and Fish n’ Chips”… Saturday 29th October, 7.30 p.m. at the Village Hall… look out for the posters and flyers..
• Facilities for young people:-
  • thank you to all those youngsters who have helped Rodney Watts with his survey of what you would like to see in the Village… as a product of which we are looking into a couple of things..
  •  the provision of goal posts in a designated area of the Community land near the Village Hall, and,
  if there are any qualified youth leaders “out there” (or others with an interest in helping and hold, or are willing to be submitted for, a CRB check), and would be interested in helping with a Youth Club, probably on Mondays evenings, Rodney would be grateful to hear from you on 862028

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 £12.00 per session £30.00 per day. Sat £18.00 per session £25.00 evening session £48.00 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 10p per unit. Regular users will be given a special reduced rate. For further details contact Mick or Dorothy Athow
(booking secretarys on 862616)

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
01303 863039 for bookings

Lyminge Village Hall Built for us all to use
Birthday Parties only £12.00 weekday afternoons (bring your own paper plates and cups)
Friday night could be quiz nights £45.00
Fundraising? At our popular Saturday nights £45.00.
Club Room for smaller functions from £11.00
Committee venue needed? £7.00
Give Jacqui Storey a call on 862044 to discuss your requirements.

Sibton Park Cricket Pavilion Club
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@invervcot.fsnet.co.uk 

LYMINGE HANDBELLS
The popular Lyminge Handbell ringers have had a busy summer with events in Elham, Hythe, Lympne and recently a wedding at Bilsington Priory. We ring at formal and informal events and 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 will also play tunes appropriate to the occasion from our classical and contemporary repertoire. Just call Ro Edmond on 863201 or Stuart Hunnisett on 862530. Alternatively you can e-mail Stuart on stuarthunnisett@hotmail.co.uk 

JOB VACANCY

Lyminge Village Hall requires a
Part Time Caretaker

Main duties include unlocking and locking the hall for bookings, minor maintenance and some cleaning. Approximately 40 hours per month, flexibility required.

Payment on a self-employed basis.
For more information ‘phone Sarah or Steve on 862775.

If desired, the same person could hold this post and the cleaner’s post
 

JOB VACANCY

Lyminge Village Hall requires a
Part Time Cleaner

Approximately 10 hours per week. Regular hours to be arranged by negotiation, although some flexibility required for occasional weekend work.

Payment on a self-employed basis. For more information ‘phone Sarah or Steve on 862775

If desired, the same person could hold this post and the caretaker’s post