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© The Lyminge
Association
1998-2008

December 1998

National Village of the Year Competition Lyminge was the National Winner of the Special Category for Care and Support for Older People in the National Village of the Year Competition. The results were announced at a special lunch in London today, 07.12.98. We won another plaque and £500.

HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OUR READERS!

Do you want to thank a friend or neighbour, surprise a child or two, or start the festive fun a day or two early? Let Father Christmas deliver your present IN PERSON to the door! From about 5.00pm onwards on the night of Wednesday 23 December, Father Christmas and all his gnomes and helpers will be touring the streets delivering presents you have provided. All you have to do is wrap and clearly label (the label has to be read by torchlight!) your presents and take them to one of the collecting points listed below. The charge is 60p per address, no matter how many parcels you send to that one address. While we cannot promise to deliver at a particular time, if you want parcels delivering to small children who need to go to bed early, please give Linda (01303-862699) a ring and she will have a word with Rudolph about the route.
DON'T FORGET THAT SANTA DELIVERS TO CHILDREN OF ALL AGES, NOT JUST THE LITTLE ONES!!

COLLECTION POINTS: (The Lyminge Association is very grateful to the collectors for this service)

• Stenning Insurance Services, Lymburgh House, Station Road, Lyminge. (01303-862843)
• The Coach and Horses, (Sarah and Andy House), Church Road, Lyminge. (01303-862694)
• The New Inn, Canterbury Road, Etchinghill. (01303-862026)
  (Opening hours 11.30am-3.00pm, 6.30pm- 11.00pm, 7 days a week)
• Mr. Bert Lewis, 3 Ethelburga Drive, Lyminge. (01030-862746)
• Mrs. Delia Parker, 19 Mount Pleasant Close, Lyminge. (01303-862095)
• Mrs. Liz Coleman, Sunny Cottage, Canterbury Road, Lyminge. (01303-863197)

The December issue of the Lyminge Newsletter is kindly sponsored by.....

LYMINGE FISH BAR
Chinese and English food - take away and fish and chips
High Street, Lyminge
Telephone: 862007
Proprietor: K.L. Lee
Tiring of turkey? Weary of waiting on the family?
Sick of slaving over a hot stove?
Hang up the utensils - let us cook dinner tonight!
With over 80 items on our menu PLUS English dishes we have something to suit even the most jaded pallet.
Please see the inside back cover for the list of our opening times over the Christmas and New Year period.


Lyminge Association News

At the first meeting of the new committee, the following officers were elected: Chairman - Debbie Marsh, Minute Secretary - Mary Bennett, General Secretary - Paul Marsh, Treasurer - Sheila Wood, Liaison and P.R. Officers - Mike Foxon and Frances Nash and Editor - Liz Coleman.

Apart from the arrangements for the Father Christmas visit, it was agreed that we should re-examine the aims and objectives of the Association. A major aspect of the Lyminge Association's aims has always been to assist all the clubs, societies and associations in the Parish. Despite items in previous Newsletters, it was felt that organisations had not been aware of this. One of the first tasks of the Liaison officers will be to contact organisations and to let them know how the Lyminge Association may be of assistance. A by-product of this activity will be that the list of organisations will be updated. This list, of nearly 50 organisations, is usually held in the Library, for reference by anyone (but particularly newcomers) to see if their own hobbies and interests are covered by a group in the Parish.

The new committee also recognised that there aren't many people out there that want to serve on committees - but there are lots of people who (if one did but ask) would be happy to help out when a function was planned. We are very keen to create a catalogue of people who would volunteer their time, if they were available on the day, to help with village events. IF YOU CAN HELP, PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM IN THE NOTICES SECTION. The completion of the form doesn't commit you to anything, just that if someone asked, you may be available to help


The Millennium Committee

The Millennium Committee is currently hard at work looking for funds to finance the exciting programme of events and items planned for the year 2000. We are seeking grants from the Government's Millennium Fund, but are also hoping to generate finance locally. To that end we have contacted local firms for sponsorship and are delighted that A.J. Barnes (the local Veterinary Surgeon), Richards and Co. (Chartered Accountants) and Lyminge Post Office have generously donated funds already. We are also planning a Grand Draw, to be drawn at midsummer 1999 - 90 letters have been sent (so far) to local (and some further flung) tourist attractions and similar organisations asking for raffle prizes. We should be delighted to receive promises of other raffle prizes or sponsorship - please contact either Honor Hunt-Cooke on 862928 or Liz Coleman (863197).


Community Policing

I'd like to take this time to introduce myself to you all - I am Sam Wigley, Special Constable appointed to your area. I am sure we would all like to wish Richard Lester all the best in his new posting.
Although we no longer have Richard with us, the Police Surgery at Lyminge Library will continue as previously, Mondays 3.00pm - 4.00pm and Thursdays 6.00pm - 7.00pm. There were four crimes in Lyminge during the month of October. There will be a drink/drive campaign on the run up to Christmas and the New Year which will involve random stop check, so please remember to leave your car keys at home if you are going to be helping with the Christmas SPIRITS!!

 

During December at Lyminge Library The exhibition for December will be paintings by the popular Lyminge artist, Clifford Hirstle, entitled, "A Hundred Years in Lyminge and Elham". Tuesday 1 and Thursday 3 December Age Concern, Elham Rural Come and have coffee and mince pies with us (for a small charge) between 10.30am - 12 noon. Friday 4 December Abbeyfield (Lyminge) Society COFFEE MORNING From 10.00am - 12 noon at The Old Hospital, The Old Road, Elham. Come and join us for coffee and mincepies. Raffle. Bric-a-brac. etc. Saturday 5 December Rhodes Minnis Village Hall CHRISTMAS BEETLE DRIVE Fun for all the family!! 7.00pm. Refreshments. Raffle. Adults £1.00; children 50p. Saturday 5 December 1st Lyminge Rainbow Guides The 1st Lyminge Rainbow Guides would like to invite you all to their Christmas Coffee Morning from 10.00-11.30am in the Methodist Hall. There will be some stalls, but best of all, come and have a coffee whilst listening to the Rainbows singing some of their favourite songs. Wednesday 9 December Rhodes Minnis Circle Our Christmas Party will be held at 7.30pm at Rhodes Minnis Village Hall. The Competition is a Christmas table decoration. Wednesday 9 December Lyminge Senior Citizens' Club We have a coach going to Bybrook Garden centre to see the Christmas decorations. We have a few seats left, so if anyone wishes to come, please 'phone Mrs. Bain on 863248. The fare will be £2.50. The coach leaves Station Road lay-by at 1.30pm, leaving Bybrook at 4.30pm.

Wednesday 9 December Lyminge W.I. Our Christmas party will be held at 2.15pm at Nailbourne Court. Saturday 12 December In aid of the Lord Whisky Animal Sanctuary CAROL SINGING AND ANIMAL BLESSING SERVICE (bring your animals) by the Rev. Frank Kent This special event at the Lord Whisky Centre, Rhodes Minnis starts at 2.00pm. Crib scene with Curiosity and Patience, the Lord Whisky donkeys. The event will be followed by sherry and mince pies. COLLECTION FOR THE ANIMALS. May we take this opportunity of wishing you a Very Happy Christmas and New Year. Thank you all for your help and support and we look forward to seeing you again at our Park House events next year. Saturday 12 December Elham Valley Twinning Association Our friends from the Vallée de la Course will plant a Christmas tree outside the Library. Come and join us. Afterwards at the Rose and Crown, Elham. More information from Andrée Sladden on 840336. Lyminge Methodist Church A warm welcome to any who wish to share our family worship at 11.00am each Sunday. Nativity Service Sunday 20 December Led by our Minister, the Rev. Carole Irwin. Christmas Eve - 7.00pm Carols by Candlelight - an opportunity to choose your favourite carol, followed by coffee and mincepies. Christmas Day - 11.00am Family Service conducted by Mrs. Mary Blanch. We wish you all peace and joy as we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. Where can you find a friend? Where can you eat at day's end? Oo Oo Oo Jean's Diner!

Thanks

Gwen would like you all to know how very much Lawrie and she appreciated your kind and loving support over the past most difficult months. When Lawrie finally lost his most gallantly fought battle your cards, letters, flowers, help and again, support, have been overwhelming. John and Roger join me in saying a most heartfelt THANK YOU.


Age Concern, Elham Rural

Hairdressing
We offer a hairdressing service for the elderly at the Centre at reasonable rates. Denise visits us on Wed-nesdays and Fridays. Ring the Centre for an appoint-ment - tel. 862364.

Smoke Detectors
Elham Valley Lions are offering free smoke detectors to the elderly. This includes fitting and free replacement batteries when required. Please contact Mrs. Sheila Woods at the Day Centre if you are interested.

Service Improvements
In response to a letter of complaint I received on 12th November (I would have liked to answer it personally, but the person forgot to put their name and address), would you please contact me again to discuss your ideas and suggestions to help us improve the services we provide for older people in the area.
Sheila Woods, Area Organiser.

Cleaning/Ironing
For a reliable cleaner or someone to do your ironing, please telephone Mrs. Johnson on 862613.


FREE! Desirable Residence!

A sturdy, well-built (but requiring some renovation) dolls' house needs a new home. Ideal Christmas present once restored. Please speak to Mrs. Wood at school, or to Liz Coleman (863197) if some secrecy is required!


A Cure For Winter Blues?

Don't just sit watching T.V. during the dark winter evenings, try Badminton at our friendly local club and indulge in a little light-hearted exercise that's suitable for adults of any age. We play Thursday evenings at the Methodist Hall. 'Phone 862817 for more information.


Lyminge Library

If you wish to hold an exhibition of paintings or craft work, contact Janet Turner or Abigail Day at the Library. There is no charge for the hire of the boards, but a 20% commission is payable to the KCC on any sales. Alternatively, why not use the facility, at no charge, to promote your club or association?


Elham Valley Lions Santa Float Programme 1998

Lion Santa and his helpers will soon be visiting your village to collect for the needy in the area during the Christmas period. The money we raise will be used to bring a little happiness into the lives of those who don't have much to look forward to at Christmas. Last year we raised over £2,000 and were able to give parcels, fuel vouchers and cards to over 100 people in the area.

Please give generously and help us to make this Christmas special for someone in your area.


Playgroup Predicament!

Several posts have recently been created and urgently need filling at Lyminge Pre-School Playgroup. We run our sessions for 21/2 - 41/2year olds at Lyminge Village Hall, Monday to Friday, from 9.00am till 12 noon. The jobs are as follows:

1. 1 hour per morning 9.00am - 10.00am, for normal playgroup duties. Paid.

2. Full morning session on Wednesdays 8.45am till 12.15pm. Initially for the duration of the Spring Term only (January to April). Paid.

3. We are also in desperate need of voluntary help at all times during our sessions. If you have any time that you could share with our children, helping with reading, playing and other activities, we would be very grateful to hear from you. Previous volunteers have found this a very rewarding experience!

If you would like more information on these posts, please call Lynn Hussey (Playgroup Leader) on 862831 or Pam Wooding (Chairman, Playgroup Management Committee) on 863283.


Thomlinson

Editor's Note: I received this item via Internet. If anyone wants to reply and hasn't got access to Internet, let me know (863197). Liz Coleman.

I would be interested in knowing if anyone remembers back to the years between W.W.I and W.W.II. My mother and her family lived in Lyminge and my Grandmother ran a tea shop in what looked like the center of town. The family name was Thomlinson. My grandmother's name was Edna; my grandfather's name was Edgar and their children Pauline (my mother) and Ednamae. All my life I've heard stories about primroses and wonderful things about Lyminge. It was obviously a happy time for the Thomlinson family. I can be reached on the net at:
enoe@hotmail.com

I would really appreciate any memories anyone has. Thank you. Regards Edna Noe.


Wanted

3/4 bedroomed house/bungalow to rent in Lyminge or surrounding area. £300-£500 pcm. If you can help, please contact 01303 248783.

Lyminge Village Hall

Are you planning to hold a celebration party, wedding reception or disco? Come and see what superb facilities the LYMINGE VILLAGE HALL has to offer - contact the Booking Secretary, Joy Bartley on 862538 (between 6.00pm and 8.00pm) for information and details. NOW TAKING BOOKINGS FOR 1999/2000.


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 if required at no extra cost.

Rates                                   Session Times
Sunday- Friday  £11.00 per session      am session 8.30am - 12.30pm
                £27.50 per day          pm session 1.30pm - 5.30pm
Saturday        £16.50 am/pm session    evenings   6.00pm - 11.45pm
                £22.00 evening session
                £44.00 full day

As from 22 November there is now a 559 bus service on Sundays and Bank Holidays. A copy of the timetable can be obtained from the Post Office, but to summarise; there is a service to Canterbury from Lyminge at 9.30am, 11.30am, 2.30pm and 4.30pm and to Hythe from Lyminge at 10.47am, 1.47pm, 3.47pm and 5.47pm.


Seasonal Wishes

Janet, Abigail and Susan at Lyminge Library would like to thank the borrowers for their continued support and wish everybody a very Happy Christmas and New Year.

Age Concern, Elham Rural

Thank you
On behalf of Age Concern, Elham Rural, I would like to thank the People of Lyminge and the surrounding areas for their overwhelming support in making our Christmas Fair such a great success on Saturday 14th November. The total raised was £491.85
Lucky entrance ticket - no. 13- Karen Hessing
Name the Doll - Bethany- Jill Harris
Sheila Woods, Area Organiser.


Church Bike Ride 1998

A total of £488 was raised as a result of the village cyclists' efforts this year. Thanks to all who took part, and of course, to the sponsors. L.L.


Lyminge Gardeners' Society

At the AGM on 17th November, the Chairman was able to report on a very successful year; with membership numbers up, good attendances at the monthly meetings and an increase of 50% on the entries for the summer show. Doug Furminger agreed to stay on as Chairman and Treasurer, and Janet Turner as Secretary. David Godden stood down from the committee and his expertise will be missed, particularly with regard to the shows. We looked forward to an equally successful year for 1999. Thanks must go to the Editor for being so generous with the space given to the Society in the Newsletter. The publicity has certainly helped.


Lyminge W.I.

The month of November meant that it was time for our AGM. Mrs. Muriel Childs is our President for another year. The competition was for a Christmas cracker, which was won by Mrs. Childs with Mrs. Norton second and joint third Mrs. Payne and Mrs. Goldup.


Sibton Park Cricket Club

A very Happy Christmas is wished to all our members and friends
100 Club winners for November were:
£25 D. Worthington, £10 C. Clark, £5 N. Burger.


Parish Paths Partnership

Footpath HE 106 Ottinge Bridge

On a lovely sunny morning, a small working party consisting of Bert Price (Lyminge), Brian Cottenham (Elham) and led by Dan Tuson (PROW Officer from KCC) and myself (as chief flint-gatherer and coffee-provider) installed new oak steps and hand rails on this increasingly dangerous section of the Elham Valley Way. It is also planned to place railway sleepers to lengthen the wooden bridge over the Nailbourne, making the whole route from North Lyminge to Elham much safer and drier! As this section is the last link between the Parishes, we hope that not only the EVW walkers, but residents from both Elham and Lyminge can walk in safety to visit friends in each village.
Pat Neumark (Elham PPP).


Royal British Legion - Elham Valley Poppy Appeal

Your generous donations to the 1998 Appeal have raised; in the collecting boxes - £1944.49, church collections and wreath donations - £202.66, and our branch donation - £607.55. The coffee morning, despite being held on a very wet and miserable day, was well attended, producing £245.30, giving a grand total of £3,000.

Two new collectors answered my appeal for help in the Lyminge Newsletter. One of whom braved the torrential rain on the first Saturday collections started, collecting a large amount of money as everyone else stayed indoors. He returned the pulped cardboard box to me as proof!

Thank you to all the collectors who gave their time so freely - all busy people at the best of times; to the business community who kindly agreed to act as dropping off and picking up points for boxes; to the Churches for donating their collection to the Poppy Appeal, and of course, everyone who wore their Poppy with pride. Thank you most sincerely.
Pat Neumark, Honorary Poppy Appeal Organiser.


The Senior Citizens' Club

The Senior Citizens' Club held their AGM on 4th November. Elected were, Dorothy Bain, Chairlady; Eva Hutchinson, Secretary and Pearl Furminger, Treasurer.

 

Live Music at The Coach and Horses Saturday 5 December - Disco Thursday 24 December - Disco Thursday 31 December Disco & extension until 1.00am The Original Fling will be back soon! We will be looking for staff to help out over the Christmas period. Please give Sarah or Andy a ring on 862694 if you need some extra Christmas cash. Experience not essential, but the ability to work hard is! We are thinking of starting up a club for the over 50's over lunch time during the week at the Coach and Horses - somewhere for you to come and warm yourself by the fire, chat with friends, play cards and sing a few tunes around the piano. If this idea interests you, please call Sarah on 862694 so we can get and idea of numbers. Thank you. Open from 11.30am and 5.00pm weekdays (don't forget the 5-7 Club - discount bitter from 5.00pm to 7.00pm), 11.30am and 7.00pm Saturdays and all day Sunday. Telephone 862694. STOP PRESS!! A VERY BIG THANK YOU TO ALL OUR CUSTOMERS WHO RAISED £160.50 FOR CHILDREN IN NEED. BRILLIANT! THANK YOU. Andy and Sarah. Ellie Topaz, BA Hons, MRSS offers HEALING BODYWORK, based on harmonising the body's energy system through gentle touch. Effective in treating sinusitis, respiratory problems, migraine, stiff neck, back problems, arthritis, anxiety, insomnia, depression, digestive disorders, menstrual problems, stress and poor circulation. For further details, or to book an appointment, please contact Ellie on 862261. Mrs. L.I. Arnold MChS State Registered Chiropodist Member of the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists. Member of the Association of Reflexologists Specialist member of the Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology. Honeypot Holt, Longage Hill, Rhodes Minnis, Canterbury, CT4 6XT For appointments please call: telephone: 863359 Fax: 863359

Mrs. F.E. Sharp, MSSCh, MBChA Qualified Surgical Chiropodist I hold a clinic at Lyminge Village Hall on the 3rd Thursday each month from 9.00am AND at Lanfranc, High Street, Lyminge on the 1st Tuesday of each month from 2.00pm, OR in the comfort and privacy of your own home. Phone 863692 for an appointment. Etchinghill Golf Open to the general public. Splendid 80-seater a la carte restaurant. Coffee shop for light snacks. Tuesday evenings - 3-course meal £5.99. Traditional Sunday carvery lunch - 2 courses £9.95. Theme Food Nights Special requirements catered for - families welcome Please 'phone 862929 for all enquiries. Lanfranc, High Street, Lyminge - FOR HIRE Very comfortable Church House for hire for small parties, meetings, coffee mornings, etc. Use of whole house with kitchen and tables & chairs. With or without heating. Booking Secretary: Ken Bolton 863117. Sue Dyson MBRA - Reflexologist/Aromatherapist Reflexology for adults and children. Special price for children/babies. Ladies aromatherapy massage. Cellulite reduction programme. Essential oils available for use at home. Gift vouchers available. The Organmaker's Cottage, North Lyminge. Tel: 862595. Gwen Staveley BSc, MA, MAR Reflexology Practitioner At Everist Court and Fitness Works, Folkestone For a profoundly relaxing, holistic therapy. Package deal for 6 sessions. £12.00 per session. Home visits arranged. SPECIAL CHRISTMAS GIFT VOUCHERS FOR SALE Birthday/Anniversary Gift Vouchers available. Telephone: 862969

 

Lyminge Airport Taxi Service A quality taxi service serving airports, London etc. Call Peter Chamberlain on 863226 or 07050 650279 Clive Adsett Mobile Car Mechanic For most petrol models General Servicing Engine Tuning Mechanical Repairs M.O.T.'s arranged, car collected and returned M.O.T. work All at competitive rates. Telephone: 863400 Matthew Reynolds Window and Carpet Cleaning Local window cleaner. Reasonable rates. Carpet cleaning estimates supplied on request. For a free estimate, please give me a ring on 863696. Sewing machines repaired in your own home Expert on Bernina, Singer, Necchi, Pfaff, Jones & Brother, Riccar, Frister & Rossman, New Home etc. We call on you. No call-out charge. Telephone: 01303 245320 or 0860 295895 Mayfield Stores, Grocers and Video Club Telephone: 862435 Open Monday-Saturday 7.30am - 6.00pm. Sunday 9.00am - 1.00pm FREE DELIVERIES New videos during December include: "Mimic", "Sliding Doors" and "Red Corner". VERY BEST WISHES TO ALL OUR CUSTOMERS FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON. PLEASE GIVE US A TRY FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE, HOLLY WREATHES AND MISTLETOE Additive free turkeys available to order - oven-ready fresh-frozen or free range CALL IN AND SEE US SOME TIME Donna Hawkes Wedding Photography & Photographic Restoration Stylish work capturing those special memories. Please telephone 261233 for a free information pack. Stairlift Services Now local to you! 24 hour call-out 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Quality service and repairs on all major makes including: STANNAH - BISON BEDE - MINIVATOR - CHURCHILL Engineers to EITB and NALM requirements. 'Phone/Fax: 01304 840150 (office-home) Mobile: 0370 763731. T. Southern and Son Solid fuel merchants/Calorgas stockists. Prompt attention from family-run business. Competitive prices. Telephone for details on 862397. C. & M.E. Blanch Lyminge Post Office Telephone: 862201 Christmas is almost upon us! Last days for posting airmail items for Christmas: 5th December. Second class and parcels 18 December. First class 21 December. CHRISTMAS: We have a large stock of jigsaw puzzles and books for adults and children. Friendship books are now in stock. To avoid disappointment, please order special requests for books as soon as possible. Good selection of boxed chocolates. Stocking fillers. WINTER HOLIDAYS: Foreign currency and competitive insurance including ski cover. The Old Mill Office Services New for 1998 - colour scanning and copying We can provide the individual or small business with quality secretarial services from the odd photocopy to the full range of typing, presentation, binding, telephone answering service, fax and e-mail (send and receive), personalised stationery and much, much more. Keep this number handy - you never know when you might need us. Gill Monk - 862393 or e-mail: gillym@globalnet.co.uk. Do you suspect that you pay too much tax? Richards & Co. Chartered Accountants We offer professional, friendly assistance. Telephone Tim Richards on 862022 or call in at the office (over the old National Westminster Bank, Canterbury Road) for a free initial chat. G.W. Finn and Sons Telephone: 862246 We are specialists in country and village property sales with three residential offices in Lyminge, Sandwich and Fordwich. Particulars of properties on the market are circulated to all offices with colour photographs used on all details. If you are interested in marketing your home, please call us for free marketing advice. Alan J. Boughton Small Works Builder All aspects of building work undertaken 40 years experience Telephone: 862075 Haxtons Ltd., Estate Agents The Estate Offices, 8 Station Road, Lyminge Telephone: 863393, Facsimile: 863580 http://www.propertyworld.co.uk/haxtons We specialise in town and country properties. For a friendly and efficient service please contact us. Open 6 days a week: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm and Saturday 10.00am to 4.00pm. We are contactable by telephone on Sundays. This firm is a member of the Local Independent Network of Estate Agents (LINEA) - please ask for more details.

Lyminge Fencing Manufacturers of top quality *Fencing panels and matching gates * * Close board panels and gates * * Trellis panels * Rose arches * etc. Telephone: 01303 862685 or 0860 568945 Honeysuckle Cottages, High Street. Foundation Carpets Visit our new showroom at 2, Station Road, Lyminge CARPETS, NATURAL FLOORING, LAMINATES, VINYLS AND RUGS We have carpets available to suit all budgets, from as little as £1.70 per sq. yd. For a FREE, no obligation estimate anywhere in Kent, 'phone Mike or Sue on 862186 Lyminge Heating Plumbing - Heating - Building Works - Maintenance Work - Kitchens - Bathrooms - Extensions. From minor repairs to major alterations. Contact Dennis Huntley on 862343 or Chris Small on 862935 CORGI registered. Qualified Tradesmen. J.C.K. Renovations The Complete Building and Plastering Service Rising and penetrating damp treatment Timber rot and beetle attack External rendering Plastering Int./ext. texture coatings Concreting Roofing Dry walling Decorating Carpentry Property maintenance Telephone: 273837 or mobile 0378 118066. Beaver Builders from design to completion Extensions - Conversions Roofing - Plumbing Carpentry - Decorating Telephone: 863371, mobile: 0402 009127. 24 hour emergency. Free quotes. Original Portraits Drawn by Local Artist Composed in fine colour pencil of your children or yourself, a friend or relative, or your small (or large) furry friend. Make great gifts for Christmas, birthdays, or special occasions! Order now (before 6th December) to avoid the Christmas rush and pay 10% less. Competitive prices, excellent likeness and highest quality assured. From £90, frame can be supplied. Call Maddy Swan on 840006. M.J. Athow - Est. 1965 BUILDER & DECORATOR GENERAL MAINTENANCE Qualified and Insured. Free estimates 24 hour emergency service Telephone 862616 Mobile 0976 306665 CHRISTMAS TREES Locally grown, fresh, bushy trees. All sizes available, either cut, rootballed or potted. Traditional Norway Spruce, also Blue Spruce and Nordmanns. All sensibly priced at.... FARTHING COMMON PLANT CENTRE 'Phone 863438. We also have holly wreaths and beautiful plants for presents. Sabre Conservatories, Windows and Doors We manufacture beautiful double-glazed PVC-u units in our own factory to exacting standards. We can also boast of being only one of five companies in the UK manufacturing the fantastic slim-line Marshall Tufflex system Vertical Sliding Sash Window, which caries a severe weather rating. So, if you have old box sash style windows and believe PVC-u would look out of place, think again! Maintenance free, sealed units, spring loaded balances, slim-line appearance and decorative 'horns' make our Vertical Slider one of the best on the market. Remember, we are suppliers to the trade both in the UK and Europe - they know a good window when they see one! For a no obligation quote, call 862393 or email us at SabreWindows@gillym.globalnet.co.uk. Neil Hartup - Mender Have you broken a favourite tool, household items or a child's toy? I can mend things for which there is no recognised repairer. Call me on 863096, or at "Homefield", Cuckoo Lane, Postling. Jackson Plumbing and Heating Gas Acop Approved. No job too small. Special rates for OAP's Telephone: Home/evening 270691 or day time 0831 169578. Emery and Mullett - Builders All aspects of building, decorating, plumbing and electrical work undertaken. No job too small. Free estimates. Special rates for OAP's. Telephone 863249. Direct line to proprietor: 07971 202790. S. Wiles - Gardener - Telephone 862442 General tidying, tall hedges cut, fruit tree pruning, tree lopping, small jobs undertaken. Mowers and shears sharpened and set. Collection in the village free. Irish Moss Peat and Horse Manure Mix 400 litres for £17.00. Sold in manageable 20 litre bags. Free transport available for deliveries in Lyminge. Supply is limited, so place your order now even if you do not require delivery until the Spring. Telephone 862055. Meadow Hay This season's hay for sale at £2.00 per bale and offers invited for about 70 bales of hay made in 1996. Telephone 862055.