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THE LYMINGE
NEWSLETTER

February 2003

Produced by
The Lyminge Association

 

This is the Penultimate Issue of the Newsletter

As far as I am aware, no one has yet come forward to take over the editorship (or an aspect of it) when I finish.  The March issue will be the last issue which I produce.  I am sorry, but I really must give up.  I simply cannot produce the Newsletter on time with work commitments etc.  Please don’t let the Newsletter die.  If you are newly retired and have a computer at home, you would be ideal!  As has been said before, no one need take on the entire task; it can easily be separated out into different roles.  Please ring Jeff on 862732 or Liz on 863197.

Liz Coleman.

AN   INVITATION to visit

LYMINGE SCHOOL
Church of England Primary
OPEN DAY


TUESDAY 11th FEBRUARY 2003

Guided tours around the school, lasting about 30 minutes, will start promptly at 11am and 2.00pm

This is our second year of opening the school to the village and parents of small children who may be considering the school in the future. If you are interested to see:
• excellent teaching and learning in superb surroundings
• a warm, village school atmosphere
• a well resourced and stimulating environment
• our purpose built Foundation Stage Classroom
then please come and meet the children, staff and Headteacher.

Interested?

Then please contact the school on:               01303 862367
or email us at Headteacher@lyminge.kent.sch.uk to book your place.

Lyminge School, Church Road, Lyminge  CT18 8JA

 

More on De-Cluttering!

Thank you for the very positive response to last month’s article!  Here are a few more hints and tips (thank you to Dottie Cross for some of them):

  • Spectacles.  Old pairs of spectacles can be popped into a box in the Library or at the Shorncliffe dump.  Experts check them out and then they are sent to aid those in deprived countries.
  • Aluminium/foil dishes and containers.  You know, the containers you have left over from a take-away….  These should be rinsed out and then taken to the Hospice, where they have a bin for them.  I suspect that if you went to the coffee mornings which are held on the first Wednesday of each month down at Holy Trinity in Folkestone, that they would probably be able to take them off you.
  • Professional Journals.  Rather than put these in the paper bin, you could send them to Educational Aid (http://www.educationalaid.org.uk/).  This is a charity based in London that collects material mainly for developing countries.  Your only responsibility is to get the material to them.
  • Junk Mail. You can put a stop to most of this if you contact the Mailing Preference Service (MPS).  Registering is FREE and they say it removes some 95% of the rubbish on the door mat.  Responsible direct mailing companies do not want to upset anyone or waste time and money.  You may wish to consider this as well when you have suffered a bereavement (so that you stop the mail coming for the deceased family member) and also if you have moved and want to top direct mail being sent to your previous address.  If you receive mail which is incorrectly addressed, let the company know and as soon as they try sending it to the correct address, it will be stopped!  Contact MPS at DMA House, 70 Margaret Street, London.  W1W 8SS.  Telephone 020 7291 3310 or via the web at www.mpsonline.org.uk
  • Junk ‘phone calls.  There is a similar service which will put a stop to double glazing salesmen etc.  It is also useful if you have a fax machine and get a lot of junk faxes.  Contact the Telephone Preference Service at 5th Floor, Haymarket House, 1 Oxendon Street, London SW1Y 4EE.  Telephone 020 7766 4420 or fax 020 7976 1886.  email tps@dma.org.uk or web site at www.tps.org.uk
  • Christmas cards.  Last time I looked there were boxes at branches of WH Smiths where you could dump your old Christmas cards for recycling.
  • Garden refuse.  Sorry!  The facts given last month were not accurate on this one – the brown-topped wheelie bins were only issued as a trial to the residents of Lyminge (not Etchinghill etc.) and the Council are now evaluating their trial results to see if this service will continue.
  • Holiday coins.  Rather than sling your foreign loose change into your underwear drawer (!), put it to good cause.  There are several banks or building societies (e.g. Halifax) which will take foreign coins and then convert them to a British currency donation to charities.

Any more ideas/hints/tips?  Please let the Editor know.


During February in the Library
Elham Artist, Alan Burroughs will be exhibiting a collection of his water colour paintings of scenes in and around the Elham Valley throughout February at the Library.

Wednesday 5 February
Pilgrims’ Hospices
There is a Coffee Morning and Bring-and-Buy on the first Wednesday of every month at Holy Trinity Church Hall, Sandgate Road, Folkestone, from 10.00am to noon.  Pilgrims’ Hospices have been helping families in East Kent for over 20 years.  Contact 253013 or 251980.

Wednesday 12 February
Lyminge W.I.
Lyminge WI meets on the second Wednesday in every month at 7.30 p.m. in the Parlour at the Methodist Church.  We are a very friendly group of women of
varying ages and you can be assured of a warm welcome and an interesting evening. No need to join, come and visit us first.  If you have any questions or would like a lift please give Lyn Callander a ring on 862799.

Saturday 15 February
Ethelburga Quilters
We will be meeting as usual in Lyminge School from 10.00am to 4.00pm.  We are currently working on our “Hidden Wells” project.  If you would like more information, please contact Liz Coleman on 863197.

Saturday 15 February
Rhodes Minnis Village Hall
BEETLE DRIVE
Starts at 7.00pm.  Adults £1.00, children 50p, this includes refresh-ments.  There will be a raffle.  All are welcome.

Saturday 22 February
In aid of the Lord Whisky Animal Sanctuary Fund
FUR, FEATHER AND EXOTICS EXHIBITION
CANTERBURY COLLEGE (Main Hall)
New Dover Road, Canterbury.
To be opened by TV Presenter, Mr. Peter Williams
Admission 50p (adults), 25p (children) to include free raffle ticket.  Plenty of parking available.
UNDER 15’S PET SHOW
(no cats or dogs please – entries 25p)
If you are interested in pet-keeping, or are considering having an unusual pet, pop in and see a variety of creatures such as; Owls, Cage Birds, pure-bred Chickens and Ducks, Fancy Pigeons, Chinchillas, Cavies, Rabbits, Hamsters, Gerbils, Ferrets, Rats and Mice, Hedgehogs and Exotic Reptiles.  Information stalls planned on bee-keeping, badgers, bats, foxes etc.
Spinning Demonstration – Craft stalls etc.
Display of wildlife and educational photography.
Many experienced keepers will be here and pleased to answer questions.
*  A LOVELY FAMILY DAY OUT FOR ALL *
Tombolas, raffles, books on pets and small livestock, natural history and good quality general books, soft toys, browse-and-buy stalls and much more.
For information, ring 862622.

Sunday 26 January
Beachborough Toad Migration 2003
Following last year’s successful migration, over 4000 common toads were safely crossed to their spawning ponds at Beachborough Park.
The time for this year’s migration is fast approaching and we are looking to add to our team of dedicated volunteers.  If you are interested in wildlife conservation and can spare a few hours a week during February/March/April to assist in a truly worthwhile cause and also to aid in scientific research, please ‘phone Brett on 863198 (evenings) or Alan on 862663 for further details.
Come along to our introductory meeting at 2.00pm at Lyminge Scout Hut if you would like to know more.


Tuesday 4 March
Lyminge Historical Society
The new 2003 Season of Talks and Outings starts next month at the Methodist Church Hall with a Talk on a subject which affects all of us in this area:
“The Elham Valley:
its Nailbourne and its Water Supply”.
Many of use have suffered the effects, both directly and indirectly of the floods two years ago and it seem probable that these will occur again in the near future.  Further, developments in the area have begun to question the availability of adequate water for our increasing personal, social and leisure usages.  We are most fortunate that Richard Monk, C.Eng. MICE MIWEM, one-time Deputy Engineer and Manager of the Folkestone and District Water Company, has agreed to address us on this subject of most topical interest.
Visitors are welcome to attend at £2.00 per person.  Lyminge Historical Society meets on the first Tuesday in each month at the Lyminge Methodist church Hall and visitors are always welcome.  Tea and coffee are available after each Meeting.  Any questions to Bob Gay on 862574.
Members who have not already paid are reminded that Annual Subscriptions of £7.00 are due.


Wednesday 5 March
Pilgrims’ Hospices
There is a Coffee Morning and Bring-and-Buy on the first Wednesday of every month at Holy Trinity Church Hall, Sandgate Road, Folkestone, from 10.00am to noon.  Pilgrims’ Hospices have been helping families in East Kent for over 20 years.  Contact 253013 or 251980.

Thursday 6 March
Abbeyfield (Lyminge) Society
Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the above Society will be held at 7.00pm at Rivulet, Canterbury Road, Lyminge, to which all members of the public are invited.

Saturday 8 March
CHARITIES’ COFFEE MORNING
9.30pm to 12 noon
LYMINGE VILLAGE HALL
This is an event organised by the Lyminge Association


Thank you
Thank you to everyone for all the Get Well messages for Doug during his illness, also thank you all for the many messages of sympathy we have received.
Pearl, Sara and Adrian Furminger.

Wanted
Local resident wishes to purchase a Detached Property with a garage and a small to medium garden in Lyminge.
Please telephone 862809.

Text Box:  For Sale
Gentleman’s Black Tie Evening Suit (Trousers o/s leg = 40”, i/s leg = 31”) complete with dress shirt (collar size 15”) cummerbund, black bow tie.  Worn twice.  Accept £70.00 o.n.o.  Telephone 863353 (evenings please).

For Sale
Metal high sleeper with desk and mattress, just one year old, for £90.00.  In perfect condition!  (example in Argos Catalogue p 515 without chair).  Sale due to sudden ‘growth spurt’ by number one son!  Buyer collects.  Phone 863440.


Re-cycle your computer printer cartridge for a good cause
There is now a box in the Library in which to put your spent inkjet and toner cartridges.  These will then be sent off for recycling and the profits will go to The Arthritis Research Campaign (ARC).
A copy of the charity’s quarterly magazine is freely available from Bert Lewis on 862746.

St. Nicholas’s Fair 2003
WOOL WANTED!
We would be grateful for any oddments or spare balls of wool so that we can begin work for the knitwear and woollens stall at St. Nicholas’s Fair.  We would also like to hear form anyone who would be interested in knitting items for the stall.  A collection box for wool is situated in the church or contact 863934 for more information. 


ARE YOU INTERESTED IN WORDS – AND DO YOU LIKE WRITING?
The Lyminge Historical Society would like to meet someone who is interested in the use of words and would be willing to act occasionally in a Press Officer and Public Relations capacity once every three months.  It is not essential to be a Member of the Society, but it is important to be interested in its various facets.  If you are keen, please write to Bob Gay, Hon. Sec., at Ash Grove, Canterbury Road, Etchinghill  CT18 8DF


Lyminge Village Hall
Built for us all to use
Birthday Parties only £10.00 weekday afternoons (bring your own paper plates and cups)
Friday nights could be quiz nights £30.00
Fundraising? At our popular Saturday nights £35.00
Club Room for smaller functions from £10.00
Committee venue needed?  £6.00
Give Joy Bartley a call on 862538 to discuss your requirements.


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 brand new bar with club price drinks and friendly, efficient staff
There is capacity for up to 100 guests
For further information or to make a booking please
contact Mike Clarke, tel 01303 862013; e-mail address:- m.c.clarke@talk21.com.

Thank you
Triana and Colin Ritchie would like to thank everyone in Lyminge who sent them so many messages of sympathy and memories of Rodger Ritchie, who died suddenly on 20th December 2002.  The East Berkshire College, where Rodger worked thought the village was wonderful in its efforts to help contact us (the family) about Rodger’s death.

The Lyminge Abbeyfield Society, Rivulet House
The Society is looking for a caring and responsible person who would be willing on occasional weekends to do two consecutive overnight sleep-in duties on a paid basis.  Rivulet is a friendly house in the centre of the village and is home to six independent elderly people.  If you are interested, please contact the Chairman, Mrs. Freda McDougall, on 840420 for further information and application details.

And the winner is…..
A thank you to everybody who entered the competition to name the untitled painting at last month’s art exhibition at the Library.  The committee found it too difficult to choose just one winner, so we decided upon three.  These are:  Rosaline Sheppard – “Re-cycled Man”, Alice Davis – “Chain Male” and Susan Foster – “Risen from the Ashes”.  Thank you also to Lamorna Manning for so painstakingly completing the questionnaire.
Adele Entwistle.

Shepway District Council
As of February 2003, there will be a communications link installed at Lyminge Library that will connect to the Council’s One-Stop Services at Hythe and New Romney.  The link will provide residents at Lyminge with access to Council services five days a week.  Together with the permanent link, an officer will visit Lyminge Library every Thursday, commencing 6th February, from 2.00pm to 5.00pm to assist with all Council enquiries.
The Council’s One-Stop Services at Hythe and New Romney provide a host of information on all Council services and tourist information.  The services operate Tuesday to Saturday from 9.00am to 4.30pm and close for lunch between 12.30pm and 1.30pm.  During July and August the One-Stop services are open on Sunday from 11.00am – 4.00pm.
Come along to Lyminge Library to see how the communications link and the officer can help you.

PALS
Got a local health-related problem?  Don’t know where to turn to for help?  Friendly and prompt service (based in Canterbury).  If we don’t know the answer immediately, we will find out and get back to you – and that’s a promise!  Ring the NHS Patient Advice and Liaison Service on 0845 601 5890.

Lyminge Handbells
The bell ringers are happy to play at weekends and evenings at any local venue or at your home, for a minimum donation of £30, but please give us plenty of notice.  Our selected charity is the Pilgrims Hospice.  If you are interested in hearing us, or perhaps joining us, please call Stuart Hunnisett on 862530 or Ro Edmond on 863201.

Lyminge Pre-School Playgroup
A safe and welcoming place for your child to make friends, play, learn and make a smooth transition to school, with which we have a very close liaison.  Every session is supervised by trained and experienced staff.  Sessions take place weekdays during term-time at Lyminge Village Hall, 9.00am – 12 noon (or 1.00pm – the additional hour is optional and a packed lunch should be provided).  The standard session is £5.50 and the extended session is £7.00.  Children may start from 2½ years old.
The Playgroup is a member of the Pre-school Learning Alliance and meets standards set by KCC and OFSTED.  The most recent, excellent OFSTED report stated, “…In this thriving Playgroup the children are making good progress towards the Early Learning Goals.  There is a strong partnership with parents and carers which contributed positively to the children’s good progress.”
Further information from Lynn Hussey on 862131 (Admin) or Julie Murphy (862634 (Supervisor).


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 sessions  1.30pm - 5.30pm
   Saturday        £16.50 per session      evenings     6.00pm - 11.45pm
                   £22.00 evening session
                   £44.00 full day
A £25.00 returnable deposit is payable in advance. Electricity will be charged at 10p per unit.  Regular hirers will be given a special reduced rate.  For further details contact Mick or Dorothy Athow (booking secretaries) on 862616


Lyminge WI
Unfortunately, January’s meeting had to be cancelled due to the bad weather.  Such a shame after the busy time we had leading up to Christmas.   As well as all the activities listed in the last Newsletter, at our November meeting we were very pleased to present our “Mitten Tree” (lots of pairs of warm colourful mittens knitted by our members hung on a Christmas Tree) to Patty Baxter from the Hope Romania charity.
In February (see our main notice) the talented Beverley Weekes will be giving a talk and demonstration on glass painting.  Visitors, as always, are very welcome so do come along and join us.

Lyminge Dramatic Society – A Chorus of Disapproval
Our next production will be Alan Ayckbourn’s “A Chorus of Disapproval” and it will run from Wednesday 2nd to Saturday 5th April at Lyminge Village Hall. Senior Citizens are invited free of charge to the dress rehearsal on Tuesday 1st April. All performances will commence at 7.45pm.
 Pete Raine will direct this hilarious play, about a lonely widower who joins a local operatic society. Tickets will go on sale on Saturday 15th March at Haxtons Estate Agents in Lyminge.
Finally, don’t forget that the staging which the Society has bought will be a permanent feature at our productions. The staging is used to create raised seating for the rear 6 rows in the Hall and was voted a big success at ‘Arabian Nights’. The Society was fortunate to receive a generous grant from the Community Fund, South East Office for the purchase of the staging.

Lyminge Short Mat Bowls Club
Why not join us for a social, but competitive, evening playing Short Mat Bowls?  We are a friendly Club of mixed ages.  Skill and technique gradually develop with help from the more experienced bowlers.  We meet Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6.30pm in the Lyminge Village Hall, where three 43 foot mats await our concentration and fun.  Sets of bowls are available for beginners.  Please turn up and have a go.  More details from Vicki, our Secretary on 862293.

Rhodes Minnis Evening Circle
At the January Meeting we were all taken to Egypt for a cruise up the Nile by Eileen Sless.  Eileen went to Egypt, 2 months after the massacre at the Temple of Queen Hetshepsut (5 years ago) and because of this Egypt was empty of tourists and security was extremely high.
We were transported into another world of history, sunshine and beautiful sunsets, just the thing to brighten up a damp January evening. Two examples of Egyptian dress (male and female) were displayed along with various tourist information books and a map of the Nile.
The Competition: Molly Walker 1st, Ronnie Mozley 2nd, Pauline Hodder 3rd and Mary Pittman 4th.

Wednesday 19 February
Rhodes Minnis Village Hall
We are holding a members evening and members are invited to bring along examples of their crafts and hobbies.  We have lots of talented ladies with varied interests.  You never know, that there may a new hobby just waiting for you! 
The competition is a knitted square, in DK 40 stitches, size 8 (40mm) needles; design of your own choice.  The squares will eventually be joined to make a blanket for Operation Sunshine, so we look forward to seeing many entries.
A warm welcome to visitors and members alike, if you would like any more details please contact Eileen Sless on 01303 863081

Lyminge Methodist Church
A warm welcome to any who wish to share our family worship at 11.00am each Sunday.
Challengers for young people every Sunday 11.00am.
Women’s Fellowship every Monday 2.30pm – 3.30pm in the Church Parlour.  An opportunity to make new friends, hear interesting speakers and enjoy a cup of tea.  A welcome awaits you!
For Baptisms, Weddings or Funerals, please contact the Minister, the Rev. Colin Telfer tel: 278525.
Hall/rooms available for hire through Jean Strange on 863039.

Chris and Mary Blanch
….wish to thank everyone for their many cards and good wishes for retirement, which have been greatly appreciated.

ST. MARY & ST. ETHELBURGA, LYMINGE
Church Office, Lanfranc, High Street: 862345
SERVICE TIMES

Sunday 2nd February [Candlemass]
 8.00am            Holy Communion
10.30am            ‘WOW’ Service
 8.00pm            Holy Communion
Thursday 6th February
 9.30am            Holy Communion &
                        Guild of St Raphael
Sunday 9th February [Four before Lent]
 8.00am            Holy Communion
10.30am            Holy Communion
Thursday 13th February
 9.30am            Holy Communion
Sunday 16th February [Three before Lent]
10.30am            Holy Communion
Thursday 20th February
 9.30am            Holy Communion &
                        Mother’s Union
Sunday 23rd February [Two before Lent]
10.30am            Holy Communion
 6.30pm            Sunday Silence
Thursday 27th February
 9.30am            Holy Communion
Sunday 2nd March [Sunday next before Lent]
 8.00am            Holy Communion
10.30am            ‘WOW’ Service

St. Mary & St. Ethelburga, Lyminge -
Children’s Workshop
The Children’s ‘WOW’ Workshops have been cancelled until further notice.
Week of Accompanied Prayer
(Also known as Week of Guided Prayer)
We will be hosting A RETREAT IN DAILY LIFE at St. Mary and St. Ethelburga Church, Lyminge from 6th to 12th April 2003.
For more information, please pick up a leaflet in Church, or contact the Rev’d Peter Ashman on 862432.

ST. MARY & ST RADIGUND, POSTLING
Sunday 2nd February
 6.30pm            Benefice Evensong
Sunday 16th February
 8.00am            Holy Communion
Sunday 23rd February
 9.30am            Family Service
Sunday 2nd March
 6.30pm            Benefice Evensong

ST. OSWALD, PADDLESWORTH
Sunday 9th February
11.00am            Holy Communion
Sunday 16th February
 6.30pm            Benefice Evensong


Freshlook Gardens
Tel/Fax: 844680
Mobile: 07866091633
Regular lawn-mowing service available.  General gardening work undertaken.  Also, ‘Man with Van’ to help you with light removals etc.  For free quotation please ring/fax Geoffrey Hogben.

The Plantsman
GARDEN BED SPECIALIST
Planting schemes, pruning, general garden care,
mowing and lawn care
Telephone 863625 or 07813 865990

Mower and Man
GRASS CUTTING SERVICE
Large or small lawns.
NOW WITH HEDGE CUTTER

Garden Tips for February
An article in “Gardening Which” this month identified another endangered species, the Garden Gnome.  Due to lack of demand, some manufacturers have ceased producing them.  Could it be that the current crop of garden designers frown upon them?  Whatever the reason, when visiting the garden centre this year, include a gnome in your purchases and help maintain a good British tradition!

Jan Martinez, Cert. Hort. RHS
Garden and Interior Designer
30 years experience in Consultation,
design and build, decorating work.
Portfolios and references.
Telephone: 893462


Food For Your Soul
Audio tapes of messages from Grace Chapel in Folkestone are 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.
Telephone 01303 252527 (answerphone)
Or 07980 602898 (mobile) to request a tape.

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

Premier Care Agency
In association with Barham House Nursing Home
QUALITY HOME CARE SERVICE
We are committed to raising the standard of care for people living at home.  Our care staff are there to promote your independence at home whether you require personal care of domestic support.  To discuss your needs in confidence, please telephone Dawn Caldicott on:
01227 833417 / 833428 / 831197 (out of hours).

Qualified Chiropodist
Christine P. Evans MA CH.POD.G.C.SCH
A fully comprehensive footcare service
Home visits
Evenings and Weekends at your convenience
28 Enbrook Valley, Cheriton, Folkestone
Telephone: 221104, Mobile 07881 855712

Taylor’s Restaurant
Book now for a romantic Valentine’s Night dinner on Friday 14 February.  The restaurant will be closed from Monday 17 February until 6.00pm on Tuesday 4 March.  We then look forward to greeting regular and new customers for either the lunchtime specials or a relaxed evening meal.

Bank Chambers Clinic
Canterbury Road, Lyminge.  Telephone 891649
Aromatherapy, Reflexology, NST (Advanced Bowen Technique), Facials, Indian Head MassageSPRING SPECIAL OFFER
Help detox your body!
Book an aromatherapy facial and get a back massage
FOR FREE!
Angie Twydall CIBTAC, IIHHT, IHCT, MAR
Full Member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists
NHS Vetted NST Practitioner Yoga Teacher

The New Inn, Etchinghill
Telephone: 862026
Joyce’s Quiz Night and Play Your Cards Right.
FREE ENTRY
Sunday 9 February at 8.45pm
Jackpot to be won – up to £100.00
QUIZ NIGHTS ONLY
Pie, Chips and Peas £2.25 between 7.00pm and 9.00pm

The New Inn, Etchinghill
Telephone: 862026
Valentine’s Night
Friday 14 February
Why not Wine and Dine your loved one, in style and enjoy fantastic food, music and atmosphere.  Bookings only 6.30pm – 9.30pm
Menus now available.

The New Inn, Etchinghill
Telephone: 862026
Dates for your Diary
Friday 14 February - Valentine’s Night
Wednesday 26 February -
Wine, cheese, port and pâté Evening
Monday 17 March - St. Patrick’s Day
Sunday 30 March - Mothers’ Day
Friday 18 April - Easter Bank Holiday Weekend
All the above are Special Dates.
 Please ‘phone for details

 


Air Link Cars
(You pack up, we pick up)
The Airport and Long Distance Travel Specialists
A family run business, where service really counts.
Corporate and Private Car Hire
New Air-Conditioned Cars
Get your best price and then contact us on,
862704 or 07753 760897

Antique Clocks
Old and antique clocks repaired, restored and serviced.  20 years experience.  Free Estimates.  All work is guaranteed.  Please ‘phone 863384 or mobile 07816 904220.

Clive Adsett
Car Servicing and Repairs
For most petrol models
863400
Mount View, The Street, Postling

Van Transport
Large Transit with driver.  Light removals, collection, delivery, difficult bulky objects, single items, furniture etc.
Local and National Services
Very competitive rates
Phone for estimates 863384 or mobile 07816 904220.

N.P.C. Domestic Services
Qualified Domestic Appliance and Electrical Engineer
Service and Repair of all domestic appliances,
including cookers and small electrical work
For a prompt and friendly service
Telephone Neil Collard on 248887
or mobile 07798 716044

Cosyburn Building Services Ltd.
(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, or the office on 260197
CORGI registered.  Qualified Tradesmen.

Bed and Breakfast
Monsoon Lodge,
Rhodes Minnis, Nr. Canterbury, Kent CT4 6XX
Telephone: 863272.  Fax: 01303 863215
Email: jm@farmersweekly.co.net
Web site: www.monsoonlodge.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.

M.C.G.
Specialists in….
Grass, hedge and brush cutting up to 3 acres.
Custom-built sheds, paths, patios, decking, fencing, turfing and driveways.
Repairs undertaken; weekly, fortnightly or one-off’s
also
LIFT & SHIFT
If at any time you have got any awkward item(s) to collect/ deliver or move to/from storage, we can help.  Free, no obligation quotation - account customers welcomed.
email salesatmcg@talk21.com
Freefone 0800 0836469

Lyminge Post Office
Telephone 862201
Colleen and Craig and their staff (all familiar faces!) would like to thank everyone for the warm welcome they have received as the new owners of Lyminge Post Office.  A special thank you to Chris and Mary Blanch!
We offer many services so don’t forget to use us, but please be patient as we are still learning!
Thank you.

K. & M. Lewsey Ltd.
Plumbing and Heating Engineers
Established 1969
Registered Plumber.  Gas ACOP Approved Engineers
Telephone: 264535
Daytime Monday to Friday manned office.

Jacqueline's Hair Salon
Aberdeen House, Canterbury Road.
We are open Tuesday to Saturday (closed all day Sunday and Monday), and late on a Wednesday.  We are pleased to offer both ladies’ and gentlemen’s hairstyling.  How about nail-extensionsfor that extra glamorous touch?  Our full price list is posted in the window, but please ring for advice and appointments on 863732.

Scizzor Paws
Canine Beautician
Over 30 years professional experience.
Trimming and grooming all breeds of dog.
Registered Microchipping.
Collection and Delivery
Yvonne Odell
Telephone 01227 709313

RUBBISH CLEARED
sheds, garages, houses, flats,
garden and builders’ rubbish.
Cheaper than a skip and WE do the work!
KCC Registered
863891 or 07990 794646

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

Browns
‘THE SIGNS ARE GOOD’
Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents
Bank Buildings, Elham, Canterbury,
Kent CT4 6TD
Telephone: 840422
135 Canterbury Road, Hawkinge, Folkestone
Telephone: 892000
Web site: www.brownscountryproperty.co.uk
OPEN 7 DAYS

Foundation Flooring
With a wide range of carpets, vinyl, natural flooring, laminate and wood floors we are sure we can help.  We also have a large selection of rugs, curtains and blinds.  For a free, no obligation estimate, call Simon, Sue or Dan on 862186, or visit our showroom at 2 Station Road, Lyminge.
We thank you for your continued support.

K.L. Guyett
Property and Garden Maintenance
Building works, carpentry, painting and garden work.  No job too small.  Call Ken on 863049 or 07850 600359 for quotes and details.

Alan J. Boughton
Small Works Builder
All aspects of building work undertaken
40 years experience
Telephone:  862075

DILTON
MINI SKIP HIRE
Ballast, Hardcore, Sand and Topsoil Supplied
REGISTERED WASTE CARRIER
Telephone: 812448 or
Mobile 07961 532479

Mick Johnson
Plumber
30 YEARS EXPERIENCE
Telephone 862897

Balloon World
For all types of balloon decorations
Let us make your day a lasting memory
We cater for all occasions
Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Parties
Character Foils, Helium Cylinder Hire
From ‘1’ balloon to ‘1000’s’
Telephone 870355 or 07971 171130
We are members of N.A.B.A.S.
(The Balloon Association)

Tuition at Home
Have you recently obtained a computer?
Do you have problems getting it to do the work you want it to do?
If you would like individual tuition on your computer in your own home, at times to suit you, then contact Bill Chitty on 862617 or email bill@handspin.co.uk

Celebration Cars
Celebrating a special occasion?
Then why not hire our Chauffeur-driven
ROLLS ROYCE SILVER SHADOW
And arrive in style
Weddings our speciality
Champagne, ribbons and flowers
Telephone: 863194 or 07989 025733

Jackson Plumbing and Heating
Property Maintenance
No job too small.  Special rates for OAP's.
Telephone:  Home/evening 270691 or day time
0777 3089398

Lyminge Airport Taxi Service
A quality taxi service serving airports, London etc.
Call Peter Chamberlain on 863226 or 07050 650279.

M.J. Athow - Est. 1965
BUILDER & DECORATOR
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Member of the Federation of Small Businesses
Qualified and Insured. Free estimates
24 hour emergency service
Telephone 862616     Mobile 07976 306665
Email: d.m.athow@tesco.net

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 the proprietor: 07971 202790.

Stylerite by Jan
Your mobile family hairdresser
.
(Also on the team at Sue’s Haircare Salon
at Elham on Tuesdays)
For a change of style or brighten up your colour.
For appointments please 'phone 01227 831419.

Early Retired Handyman
For small household and garden jobs.
Phone John Packer on 862816.

Ian Bailey (Builder)
If you need, or are considering, and extension, loft conversion, kitchen, or bathroom fitted, carpentry, interior, or exterior decorating, replacement uPVC (fascias, soffits, gable end, windows, doors and conservatories), why not contact your local professional for a free quotation.  Telephone: 862093.

Logs for Sale
Broadstreet House, Lyminge
£2.20 per bag.  5 bags
£10.00, 10 bags £19.00.
Bulk load £60.00
(approximately 30 bags)
All logs are seasoned hard
wood logs.
Enquiries: 862448

One Off Cleaning Services
For a good one-off blitz around the house.  Cleaning inside windows and surrounding paint work, work surfaces, cupboards or furniture.  Vacuum the carpets wall to wall.  Make 'that' room clean and tidy.  Or just clean the oven.  All cleaning materials supplied by me to make your home sparkle.  I use products which are effective and environmentally friendly. These services are both assured and insured.  Telephone Sue Chitty on 862617 (evenings).

Haxtons Ltd., Estate Agents
The Estate Offices, 8 Station Road, Lyminge
Telephone: 863393, Facsimile: 863580
We specialise in town and country properties, now covering a much wider area with offices in Lyminge, Saltwood, Tenterden, Woodchurch and Ashford.  Visit our website at www.haxtons.co.uk.
We offer free, no obligation valuations and operate a no sale not fee policy.  Haxtons are members of The National Association of Estate Agents and the Local Independent Network of Estate Agents.
Lyminge Office is open seven days a week.  Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm, Saturday 9.00am – 4.00pm and Sunday 11.00am – 4.00pm.

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 836044 or mobile 07860 645643

Men’s Hairdressing by DAVID
Forget buses, car parking and waiting.
Why not let David cut your hair in your home, at your convenience between 8.00am and 8.00pm?
Qualified to NHF standards, also SRH (STATE REGISTERED HAIRDRESSER)
ESTABLISHED SINCE 1987
Appointments ‘phone David Whitethread on 840650