Please put in your diaries 2.00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon of 17th September 2006 at Etchinghill Village Hall for a discussion on what is helpful to keep your group, society or hall going with sufficient volunteers and funding at The Lyminge Association's A.G.M.
 

CAR PARK UPDATE

At the time of this Newsletter going to press, Shepway District Council is reconsidering the ^ charge for Lyminge car park. We hope to report more concrete news in the next edition, as well as celebrate the contribution of those responsible for change.

PRESENTATION TO RAY HILL

Lyminge is a very active village; it is a caring community, which I have personally benefited from several times. It is also very generous.
My thinking at the commencement of the collection for Ray was how to record and acknowledge the money coming. Your generosity quickly appeared to quell my worry on this point. Twice I found a £10 note on the mat on arriving home - no envelope - no name. Again a £5 note - no name or address. Mrs Yvonne Broadbridge from Lyminge newsagents joined in the collection experiencing the same amazing reaction. The newsletter editor helped both by entries in the newsletter and by collecting money.
My forecast was of £300 to give quietly to Ray. The collection slowed down at £450 but after another insertion in the newsletter there was an explosion and the total quickly raced to £715.00. Ray's honesty, dedication to his job, and a smile delivered with the milk through whatever hardships he went through to reach our streets showed how well he was respected. Ray, we are proud of you and wish you a well deserved long and happy retirement
Bert Lewis

THANK YOU

I would like to thank everyone who bought my milk and other goods over the years I have been here. I would also like to thank my tea mate, Bert, who started the collection and made this possible. Thank you so much for the cards and gifts you have given me as well as the results of this wonderful collection. It was a total surprise. I have enjoyed serving you all and even those I did not serve. You have all talked to me or waved to me in passing, even the children at the 'bus stops. You have made my twenty or so years in the area very pleasant.
All the best Ray Hill, your milkman and friend.
PS. It would not be right if I did not say 'Good luck on the Lotto!

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Dear Sir
In the July Newsletter the Lyminge Association Committee stated, under "Parish History", that it had offered help to the Society; it is now perplexed as it is unaware of any overtures of this nature. In February an audacious letter on unheaded notepaper, signed by an untitled person, was received which inferred the Society was being 'wound up' and implied an interest in acquiring its archives Our part-quoted response was to assert that the Society remains active and that its position is well-founded.
The Society has existed for more than 35 years with the sole aim of promoting History and continues to do so. It is currently employed in preparing various works on Lyminge and its environs and would welcome the help of any persons who would be interested in writing short articles on the history of local flora, fauna, farming, wildlife, public transport, the railway, health, society and social conditions associated with the past of this area. If the referred cartographer is interested in helping with local mapping the Society would welcome the contact.
Yours sincerely
Mary Button, Chairman, Lyminge Historical Society

Editors note:
Apparently going back more than some of us can remember The Lyminge Association had some relationship with the Historical Society who would help to record the local history mentioned in our constitution. So having heard some news of their popular talks ending and their archives being sent to storage, The Lyminge Association thought that they should send a letter.
We were hoping that Mary could attend part of one of our meetings to discuss how things were and how we could help keep history alive Hey presto, before you know it someone thinks that we are 'treading on toes'. We are sorry if this is how it came across.
The Lyminge Association is pleased that the Historical Society is encouraging new talent covering many areas of research and would offer our support, should it be required, to publish these documents for everyone to enjoy.

NEW GARDEN OF REMEMBRANCE IN LYMINGE CHURCHYARD

Earlier in the year a joint meeting was held between the Parish Council and the Parochial Church Council (PCC) to which all villagers were invited to discuss the proposals to establish a new Garden of Remembrance, for the interment of ashes following cremation, in the churchyard. It was explained that the present churchyard was almost full and that there were only 6 more spaces for burials. The proposal involved using space in the south west corner of the churchyard and the plans were fully discussed at the meeting.

Following a successful application to Canterbury Diocese, the PCC has been granted permission to go ahead with the proposal and the new Garden of Remembrance is now being created. Work will continue through the Autumn to tidy up the area by sowing grass seed and planting trees and a hedgerow. This is being carried out to reflect the character of the churchyard and the landscape around it. The new Garden will be called St Ethelburga's Garden and a stone will be erected in the centre, sculpted from Kentish Ragstone, to reflect the new name.

The first burial of ashes has now taken place, and relatives will be invited to have a stone plaque in memory of their loved one, in accordance with the Diocesan Regulations which have been approved for use by the PCC.
Rev. Peter Ashman, Rector

FRIENDS OF KENT CHURCHES

This charity collects money through subscriptions and fund raising events, to help with building repair work on Kent Churches.
The purpose of the charity is to ensure that we in Kent can continue to enjoy the architectural beauty of and history associated with our town and village Churches. Any Church, of any denomination, in need of repair, can apply to the 'Friends' for a contribution to their restoration fund. The charity pays out as much as £100,000, in a single year, to deserving Churches. St Ethelburga Church in Lyminge received a grant last year to help with roof repairs.
The main fund-raising event each year, is the sponsored bike ride. Teams of riders throughout Kent, complete a cycle route of their choice, visiting Churches along the way. Their sponsor forms are stamped at each Church, and refreshments are provided at many Churches. At the end of the day, tired but happy cyclists return home, clutching their sponsor forms.
Sponsored Bike Ride
This year the 'Churches bike ride' takes place on Saturday 9th September. As usual, we will start at St Ethelburga, Lyminge, and will follow our usual route. Last year we raised over £900. One half of this went directly to the Churches of our choice, the other half went to the Friends of Kent Churches. If you would like to join our team, or perhaps prefer to go it alone, please contact me for more details. If you are not participating but know someone who is - please sponsor them!
Lawrence Lees
Tel: 862922

Lvminqe Dramatic Society - Alice in Wonderland

Rehearsals have started for what promises to be a magical production of Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland to be staged from 21st to 25th November in Lyminge Village Hall. Most people are familiar with Lewis Carroll's wonderful story so make a note of the dates in your diary now as this production will be one not to be missed !
Set design and set building play a vital role in the staging of our productions. We are keen to strengthen this part of the Society by asking for interested people to contact us with a view to joining the Society and playing an active part in these roles. Fancy yourself as an artist designing the scenery we paint onto our sets or alternatively perhaps you enjoy the set construction side? Ring Brian on 863201 or Stuart on 862530.

ROYAL BRITISH LEGION
ELHAM VALLEY BRANCH
Invite you on
Friday 8th September 2006 at 3.00pm
To
A TALK WITH SLIDES BY MR D GODDEN
(ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY JUDGE)
on
NORWEGIAN COASTAL WATERS
UP TO NORTH CAPE
at St Mary's Hall, Elham
Tea and biscuits will be served from
2.30pm-3.30pm
Admission £1
Tuesday 12th September
Committee and Branch Meeting
St Mary's Hall at 2.30pm

SEPTEMBER BEETLE DRIVE
Come & join us at
Rhodes Minnis Village Hall
Saturday 23rd September
Starts at 7.00 pm
 Adults £2.00 Children 50p
Includes refreshments.
There will be a raffle.

EXHIBITION OF EMBROIDERY
AND COLLAGE
By Eileen Creame
Saturday 30th September
St Mary's Hall, Elham
10.00am-3.00pm
Entrance £2 including refreshments
Raffle to be held — Prize. A sample of Eileen's work
Proceeds to Lord Whisky Sanctuary

LYMINGE GARDENERS SOCIETY
Tuesday 19th September
7.30pm
A talk by Mr Roger Austin on
'Life as a Gamekeepers Son'
Non members will be most welcome at the evening
Cost for this evening will be £1.00 members and £1.50 non members
Refreshments will be available and there will be a Raffle

WESTENHANGER CASTLE
and MEDIEVAL BARNS
OPEN DAYS 2006
Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th September
10.00am to 5.00pm
(including Wedding Fayre on
Sunday only from 12.00 noon)
The Medieval Siege Society will entertain with their exciting battles, colourful parades and authentic campaign camp
Guided Tours telling the forgotten history of this ancient monument and the famous people who lived there.
Craft Stalls and Refreshments
Entrance £3.00 (£1.50 for children under 12 years)
Leave M20 Junction 11 towards Hythe and follow signs to Folkestone Racecourse Visit www.kentcastle.co.uk  and www.westenhangercastle.co.uk 

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:

3rd Sept. - Mr. Dudley Shipton

10th Sept. - Rev. Barry Armson - Holy Communion. This will be his first visit to our Chapel.

17th Sept. - Mrs. Chris Bence

24th Sept-* 10am All Age Service* with Mrs. Valerie Redding.

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

Preachers for September are:-

3rd Sept- Dudley Shipton

10th Sept- Rev. Barry Armson (incl. Holy Communion) ;

17th Sept - Rev. Alan Hewitt

24th Sept- HARVEST THANKSGIVING
                Rev. Barry Armson

Thursday 14th September - 7.00pm The induction of our new Minister, Rev. Barry Armson, at Hythe Methodist Church

Monday Fellowship 2.30 - 3.30pm Every week from Sept 4th. We have a range of interesting speakers and look forward to meeting new friends, men and women

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

Lyminge Pre-School
Registered Charity No. 1029226
We hold our sessions of 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 latest 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 enjoyable 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.
We would also like to clarify that Lyminge Pre-School DO NOT have any members on the Parish Council.

HOW GREEN IS OUR VALLEY?
AND HOW DO WE LOOK AFTER IT?
 An informal discussion of environmental issues that affect us all Introduced by Alastair Biggart Wednesday 11th October
At 8pm at the Rose & Crown, Elham
In the Dining Room, do please come early if you wish to bring a drink from the bar
ALL WELCOME
No tickets: No charge
Serving the Community: an initiative of St Mary"s Elham to discuss frequently asked questions about our lives

ETCHINGHILL W.I
We do not have a meeting in August but thanks to Stella, 41 members and colleagues had a very enjoyable day at Leeds Castle. The weather was just perfect. One member had friends from Canada staying with her who joined us for the trip and they were simply amazed at the beauty of the whole area. They will be returning to Canada with many English 'nick nacks'.
Our next special will be at the home of Gill le Cras for a cream tea. It is always a peaceful and colourful garden. We hope for good weather.
 A very warm welcome awaits any visitors to our next meeting on Tuesday 19th September when our speaker, Mrs D'Archy will talk on 'Ghosts of the Tower'. The competition is for a spooky picture. Our meetings conclude with a scrumptious tea. Further information can be obtained by calling Dottie on 862141 or Joy on 862538.

 LYMINGE LIBRARY
Opening hours of the library are changing
from 18th SEPTEMBER
The NEW OPENING HOURS will be:-
Mon 2-5
Tues 9-12
Wed CLOSED
Thurs 9-6 Open all day .
Fri 9-12 Sat 10-2
Local author Lesley Cookman is giving us a talk on her new book 'Murder at Staplemartin' on Tuesday 3rd October 6 - 8pm. Free tickets will be available shortly
This book is also the Lyminge Reading Group choice for September The reading mission is going well, don't forget to read your six books by the end of September to get your medal and certificate.
Thank you to everyone who came and helped with the children's activity - it went very well.
Happy reading - JANE

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 

PIANO FOR SALE
Pretty Edwardian piano with brass candle holders
for sale. Played and tuned regularly.
Buyer collects
£150.o.n.o. Telephone 01303 862983

FLUTE & PIANO LESSONS
Beginners up to intermediate welcome
For further information please call Georgina Phillip B.A. (Hons) Music and Drama
On 01303 862983 or 078870 805197

RHODES MINNIS TODDLER GROUP
We are a small friendly group for all family members. Come and have a tea/coffee while your children play.
Thursday mornings 10 00am - 12 noon at the Village Hall
Cost £1.50 per family Tel: 01303 863096 if more information is needed.

Do you have a toddler aged 18mths- 5 years? Come along to a fun, stimulating weekly art session where you child will experience quality messy fun, without the stress of having to clean up.
Starting Friday 15th September 10.30-11.30 at Lyminge Methodist Church Hall.
Please contact Toni on 07720 447886 or email toni@messymitts.co.uk for more details and to book a place.

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.

Do you play a musical instrument
and want to join a band?
Three Ashford-based groups
welcome new members:

Ashford Orchestral Players;
Windmill; Misselayneous.

Contact Layne Aviss on:
01227 276304 or 07941 386631
or layne@layne.co.uk

AGE CONCERN ELHAM RURAL

We are delighted to be able to offer a free hearing aid re-tubing clinic for NHS hearing aids. This will start on the 3rd September 2006 and be repeated the first Tuesday of every month between 9am and 12 mid-day. Tubing should be changed every three months to ensure that your hearing aid operates to its optimum capacity. Our staff have been trained by Hi Kent who work with the NHS.
If you would like to book an appointment please ring the centre. If you do not already receive a hearing aid service from us you will need to complete a very simple form for Hi Kent who provides replacement batteries and tubing.
As well as offering day care we offer a lunch only service. We currently have availability daily and lunch is served at mid-day. We provide a small orange juice, main meal, sweet with tea or coffee afterwards for £3.65 If any older person is interested please ring on the day before 9.30am.
If you have any enquiries please ring the Day Centre on 01303 862364 and speak to Lisa or Matthew.

Canterbury Oast Trust
And The Rare Breed Centre
Need your help ...

We are looking for volunteers to help us in a variety of ways at our inspirational organisations. We have a volunteer roll to fit every interest. To find out more about the many fantastic volunteering opportunities available please call Linda Sell on:

01233 - 861493
or visit us at www.canterburyoasttrust.org.uk/volunteers.html 

Please be the difference that makes a difference and call us today
New for summer 2006, Why not try one of our volunteer taster

ROSENEATH CERAMICS
Arts & Crafts, White Horse Lane,
Rhodes Minnis, Kent
Pottery Painting
At our studio or in your own home or venue.
Adults and Children
Ideal for schools & groups
Birthday parties & Hen nights.
For more info Call - 01303 862979
Email. Katherinegoody@tiscali.co.uk  lnfo@roseneathceramics.com  Web www.roseneathceramics.com 

LYMINGE JUDO CLUB
Lyminge Judo Club has vacancies for anyone over the age of 6 years. We would particularly like more teenagers & young adults - an opportunity to learn self-defence skills and improve fitness. Why not come and visit us on a Monday evening at Lyminge Village Hall. Time/age related groups from 6.15pm to 9.00pm.
Next meeting 4th September For further information please call Debbie on
 01303 862210

I wish to express my appreciation of the sympathy and support shown to me at the sudden loss of my dear wife, Pat. I sincerely thank the nurses and doctors from Church Road surgery. The Kent Air Ambulance Trust was grateful for the £360.00 donated. Thank you all again 7 Ethelburga Drive, Lyminge

Mrs Audrey Kirk wishes to thank everyone who came to her party on 24th July. Also the lovely cards and presents. It was wonderful.

Maureen Alien of 11 Mayfield Road, would like to thank everyone for their kind thoughts, prayers, enquiries and cards following her accident on 8h July. Also, special thanks to Tom Stammers and his pals for all their help at the time, to Elvina, Roger and the Rev'd Peter Ashman for putting the lawnmower and garden tools away and locking up the bungalow. Last but not least, a very big thank you to Dr Blinston Jones and to the district nurses Ann, Jemma and Sue for their daily visits and kindness on my return from hospital. Thank you all very much indeed!

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

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

  LYMINGE HANDBELLS
With summer now well established the popular Lyminge Handbell ringers are out and about. We have a large selection of tunes so are able to offer a wide choice of music for all events. We ring at formal and informal events and are quite happy to come to your home or garden 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. Please give plenty of notice but weekends and evenings only. Call Ro Edmond on 863201 or Stuart Hunnisett on 862530. Alternatively you can e-mail Stuart on stuarthunnisett@hotmail.co.uk 

The New Inn
Etchinghill
Potwasher & Waiting Vacancies
Require kitchen potwasher: 3
 shifts per week; Sat lunch, Sat eve and 1 night to be arranged.
Waiter/Waitress:
Sat lunch, Sat eve and Sun lunch.
Must be 16 years or over.
Call Kevin on 01303 862026

The New Inn
Etchinghill
Require Kitchen Helper
3/4 evenings and 4/5 afternoons per week;
to help chef, prepare vegetables/salad etc.
For details call Kevin on 01303 862026

EYE Voluntary Management Team Secretary
Hours: 2- 4 per week
Location: Work from either home or where have access to PC.
On occasions attend meetings at Etchinghill Village Hall
You will be a proactive, organised Secretary with the ability to communicate at all levels and the drive to help move our Youth Enterprise along. Working alongside our voluntary Senior Management team, you will provide a comprehensive secretarial service including dealing with all correspondence, maintaining personnel and membership files and, coordinating Senior Management and Volunteer team meetings. Good working knowledge of MS Excel and Word and, the ability to keep accurate notes of meetings is essential. Previous secretarial or Personnel experience would be advantageous. This role is subject to references and a satisfactory Criminal Records check.
Volunteer Membership Co-ordinator
We are currently looking to recruit a Volunteer Membership Co-ordinator. Taking less than four hours per month, this role can be done where a person has access to a PC. You will be responsible for managing the membership process, for actively recruiting new members, maintaining the database of current and prospective members and issuing parental consent forms for external activities.
 For a Job Description, please contact Simon Rosenberg, Chairperson on 07943 162523 Closing date for applications: 6th October 2006.

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 12p per unit. Regular users will be given a special reduced rate.
For further details contact Mick or Dorothy Athow on 01303 862616

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@invercot.fsnet.co.uk

WANTED
Drivers for early morning newspaper delivery and help with assembling newspapers at weekends
VEHICLE SUPPLIED
Also names of boys and girls (13yrs and over) interested in paper rounds. Would also suit fit retired people.
Apply: Lyminge Newsagents 01303 862566

WANTED
Brown Top Wheelie Bin
 If you have a Brown Topped Wheelie Bin you do not use I would like to purchase it, up to £30 paid.
Please ring 01303 863483.

Etchinghill Update
Youth
The Etchinghill Youth Enterprise, EYE, goes from strength to strength with 50 young people now on the register (this is the limit and a waiting list in now in place). Activities every Monday are arranged and we are grateful for the 30+ helpers for making this possible. Congratulations on the launch of such a great idea.
Funding
Our thanks go to the people attending the Boot Fair in July. The bucket collection raised over £200 which will be donated to the Multi Sports Court Project.
Multi Sports Court
All the remaining issues have been resolved on the Planning Application for the Multi Sports Court and we are awaiting the final approval, with restrictions, by the end of August.
Socials
A Social Supper is being organised on 21st October 2006 at the Village Hall, Etchinghill with the first course provided by the organisers and you are invited to bring with you a 'shared' 2nd and 3rd course and alcohol (should you need some). A small charge of £1 before the day and £1.50 on the day will secure you a place. It is hoped to arrange a 'Horse Race Meet' between meals. Beneficiaries will be the Multi Sports Court and the Toddlers Group. Watch out for further details!
Communications
Next meeting of the Etchinghill Residents Association is 13th September so if you have any views that you wish to raise about your village and the surroundings areas then please contact one of the committee members ,
Chairperson - Wendy 863495
 Secretary - David 863918