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1. Dogs
Please note that a By Law exists that states that dogs may not be permitted to foul the following types of land:
All carriageways and all adjoining footways, and grass or other verges in the District of Shepway which have a speed limit of 40 miles per hour or less. All grass areas around communal housing areas, owned, controlled or maintained by the District Council. All parks, gardens, recreation grounds and open spaces owned, controlled or maintained by the District Council. All footways and promenades which are Public Rights of Way and have a properly maintained surface and which are on land not owned, controlled or maintained by the District Council. All car parks operated by the District Council whether or not a charge is made for their use.

2. Ball Games
There is also a By Law which prohibits the playing of games with hard balls (e.g. golf balls) on Tayne Field.

3. Hedges and Other Foliage
Please have a look at your hedges and bushes which overhang the public footpath and cut them back if necessary and check that there are no twigs or nettles protruding from your property which might harm a child in a push chair. While you're out and about, please also check that your house name or number is clearly visible from the road, just in case you need the emergency services (e.g. an ambulance).

4. Basketball
Following the very successful meeting held recently, there will be a second meeting to discuss the establishment of a Basketball Club on Monday 1 June at 7.30pm at Lyminge Village Hall. Everyone is most welcome to attend, whether you are a past or present player or just considering this lively sport.

5. The Next Parish Walk
Bernard Wood will be leading the next Parish Walk on Sunday 21 June at 10.00am from the Post Office car park. Everyone is welcome to join him. Please ring 862053 for information on the route etc.

6. Highways
Mr. Nye, a Maintenance Engineer from Kent County Council, spoke at the Annual Parish Meeting. Under the recent reorganisations Lyminge is now covered by the Mid Kent Highways Management Unit which is based at High Halden (not Barham, as previously). A number of highway problems were discussed with him. If anyone has a question about highway matters, or wishes to report problems (e.g. potholes in the road), please ring Dave Coupland on 01233 850216, fax 01233 850694.

Community Policing
During the next few month there will be a number of road checks in your area aimed at vehicle and document offences. In June we will be concentrating on vehicle defects, tyres, lights etc., so if you have a fault, fix it now. We would also like to hear from any organisation that is staging an event, i.e. a summer fair. Please give us the dates - we would like to help if we can. Reminder - the Police Surgery at Lyminge Library is open on Mondays from 3.00pm to 4.00pm and Thursdays 6.00pm to 7.00pm. Pc Richard Lester and Psc Jack Balchin. Telephone 289176.

Neighbourhood Watch
Owing to a recent spate of shed break-ins, it would be wise to consider purchasing a shed alarm. They are available from Neighbourhood Watch at Deal Police Station and cost approximately £6.00 per alarm. Tel. 01304 218151.

Regular Thursday Quiz Nights - everyone welcome - chance to win big money!
B&B Nights (Band and Barbecue) planned for Sturday nights in the Summer.
Come along - check out the changes we have made and enjoy a refreshing drink on a lovely pub. Call 862964 for more details.

The Library
When you have finished with your holiday paperbacks - don't put them on a shelf to gather dust - let the library have them!
The Exhibition of local photographs will continue during June, but the boards are available for July, should anyone want to book them.
There will be a one-day exhibition of the plans for the coastal park in the Lower Sandgate Road, Folkestone, on Thursday 4 June during the normal open hours of 9.30am-12.00pm and 2.30pm -7.00pm, when there will also be someone available to answer any questions regarding the plans.

The Millenium
The next meeting for all those interested in hearing about, and helping organise, the programme of events to mark the Milenium is on Wednesday 17 June at Lyminge Village Hall, starting at 8.00pm.

 

Tuesday 2 June Lyminge Historical Society Evening outing to Wye. Details in May issue of the Newsletter.   Saturday 6 June Etchinghill Cricket Club BOOT FAIR At the Cricket Ground. Pitch £5.00. Ring 862060 for further details. Saturday 6 June Lyminge Methodist Church "To everything there is a season" - A journey through life in words and music is to be presented at Lyminge Methodist Church at 7.00pm, with Carole Irwin (reader), Tamar File (soprano), June Woodland (mezzo soprano), David Nelson (clarinet), Jonathan Chapter ('cello), Dean Hayward and Peter Naylor (piano/organ). Programmes £1.50 (including refreshments) are available from the Post Office or at the door on the night. All are welcome. Sunday 7 June Elham Village Hall Association On yer bike!! Cycling Treasure Hunt. Not a race, but a fun ride around the lovely Elham Valley, with clues to solve. Approximate distance, 15 miles. Meet and Register at the New Inn, Elham from 9.30am to 10.30am. Cost - Adult £2.00, child £1.00. For further information ring 840751. Monday 8 June Garden Party for Age Concern Come and join us for a cup of tea in a country garden and support your local Age Concern. 2.30pm to 4.30pm at Rhodes Cottage, Green Lane, Rhodes Minnis (if wet in Rhodes Minnis Village Hall, Chapel Lane. PLANTS, CAKES, BRIC-A-BRAC, BRING AND BUY, RAFFLE. Tuesday 9 June Lyminge W.I. The meeting starts at 2.15pm at Nailbourne Court, when the Speaker will be Mrs. Beaney on "Reading from My Bookshelf". The Competition will be an 8-line poem on gardens. Saturday 13 June Lyminge Church Summer Fete SEE BACK PAGE FOR FULL DETAILS Saturday 13 June Rhodes Minnis Village Hall A Beetle Drive will be held starting at 7.30pm. For further information, please ring 862281.   Saturday 13 June Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund DOG OWNERS FUN DAY and much more at Park House Animal Sanctuary, Stelling Minnis Fun Classes 60p - Entries 12 noon Judging 1.00pm prompt Judges - Bernard Collins, MBE and Mrs, Margaret Collins, Kentish Gazette Children's Pet Show entries 10p from 1.00pm (no cats) Judge - David Redfern, Bridge Vet. Animal Blessing Service - Trophies to be presented by the Viscount and Viscountess Hawarden Stalls £5.00 pre-booked Bouncy castle, owls, bees, children's corner, bric-a-brac, second hand pet books, bottle stall, hat and handbag table, garden ornaments, Tony Blake showing old-time videos, raffles, tombolas etc. Hot and cold refreshments.   Saturday 13 June Cantores Dominicae in association with Broadstreet House proudly present Joseph from Scratch By kind permission of SUPERSTAR VENTURES LIMITED At 7.30pm at Lyminge Village Hall Join in the fun and sing along with the music from the famous Lloyd-Webber/Rice musical! Musical Director James Fehr, Producer Ann Nichols, Lighting and Sound Adrian Willcox. Featuring the Pete Brown Quintet. Ticket price includes supper and draw prize. Proceeds in aid of the Residents of Broadstreet House. Adults £7.50 children under 15 £5.50 available from the Post Office, Broadstreet House, or call 863803 Tuesday 16 June Etchinghill W.I. The Speaker for our June meeting will be Mr. Mike Chisnall on "School Inspection Can Be Fun". Should be fun. Competition - "A Favourite School Photo". Super tea follows. Tuesday 16 June Lyminge Gardeners' Society Evening visit to Harry's Wood. See Gardening Col.

Wednesday 17 June Lyminge Youth Dramatic Society Never heard of us? That's because we are new group in Lyminge and we would like to meet you if you are interested in Drama. We will be meeting in the Methodist Church Hall on Wednesday evenings starting from the 17th June. We intend to have a Junior group aged 9-12 years from 6.00pm to 7.30pm, and a Senior group aged 13-18 years meeting at 8.00pm to 10.00pm. There will be a small charge to cover the cost of the hall etc. of 50p weekly. Our principal aim will be to have fun whilst learning something about acting and performing and also to produce our own entertainments, perhaps in public. We are grateful to Lyminge Dramatic Society and especially Barbara Harris for their advice and assistance. Any enquiries or offers of help will also be gratefully received by Gill Colao on 863648 or Cheryl Crees on 863979. So, if you have ever watched Leonardo Di Caprio or Kate Winslet and thought you would like to have a go, now's your chance! Hope to see as many people as possible; we can't do without you! Wednesday 17 June Rhodes Minnis Circle Our next meeting will be at Rhodes Minnis Village Hall at 7.30pm, when Sue Wood, Dollmaker, will give a talk. This month's competition is a favourite doll.   Saturday 20 June Abbeyfield Society, Lyminge Come and join our sponsored walk of about 5 miles to mark "Abbeyfield Week" and support our local Abbeyfield house in the village. Meet at Rivulet House (next to Finn's) at 10.00am. Sponsor forms and any further details from Stour House, Canterbury Road, Lyminge (next to the Carpet Shop). Telephone 863232.   Sunday 21 June Ramblers' Association Meet at 10.00am at Mersham Village Hall car park (048 392) opposite the Farrier's Arms. 9/10 miles, figure of 8 walk, pub stop. Leader John Coustol, 'phone 240863. Local contact Liz Seggery, Group Secretary (862649). Please contact leader if you wish to bring a dog. Sunday 28 June Meet at 2.00pm at 42 Naildown Road, Hythe (183 351). Parking as directed. Share cars if possible. 5 mile walk, some hills. Afternoon tea at the finish. Leader George May (238782) or telephone local contact, Liz Seggery on 862649 for further information. No dogs please.   Sunday 28 June Christians Together Come and join us for a picnic and fun time followed by a short open-air service at Kearsney Abbey. Meet outside the Methodist Church at 3.30pm. Lifts for non-car owners can be provided. Approximate finishing time 6.30pm. Telephone 862066 if you have any queries.   Wednesday 1 July W.I. Nailbourne Group Celebration Day at Barham Village Hall, from 11.00am to 4.00pm, admission £1.00. Display of flower arrang-ing styles through the century. Display of leisure activities and hobbies. A fashion show of costumes 1898-1998. A demonstration of Line Dancing. Plant and cake stalls. Raffle. Coffee and tea available. Lyminge W.I, are offering lifts to Barham. Contact Mrs. Childs on 862545 or Mrs. Harris on 862757.   Saturday 4 July Etchinghill Cricket Club BOOT FAIR at the Cricket Club ground. Pitch £5.00. For more information please ring 862060.   Saturday 4 July Lyminge Historical Society Summer outing to the Cathedral City of Ely. Fee: £9.00 (includes coach). Departure time 8.30am from Lyminge Post Office. All enquiries to Bob Gay on 862574.   Saturday 4 July - Parents and Friends of Lyminge School SUMMER FETE This year with an American theme!! More details in next month's Newsletter   Sunday 5 July GARDEN OPEN - BOYKE MANOR Mrs. Harrowing will be pleased to welcome you to the lovely gardens of Boyke Manor, Ottinge from 2.00pm. Stalls include: plants, books, cakes, tea towels, pens etc. There will also be a raffle and refreshments will be on sale during the afternoon. In aid of Church Funds - admission by donation. Sunday 5 July GARDEN OPEN MOUNTS COURT FARMHOUSE, ACRISE The garden is open in aid of St. Martin's Church, Acrise, from 2.00pm to 6.00pm. There will be plants for sale, garden produce, refreshments and cream teas. Admission; £1.50 for adults, children 50p. Tuesday 21 July Lyminge Gardeners' Society Vegetable Evening - see Gardening Column.

LYMINGE DAY - SATURDAY 18 JULY All the traditional game and side-shows that make up the best of English Village Fetes PLUS A HUGE CRAFT FAYRE (to book a table please contact Jennie Huntley on 862343) and Knights in armour battling for glory - musketeers duelling for honour All authentically recreated. Learn about and see the swords, longbows, muskets, armour, costume and weapons that have been used throughout the ages. Displays throughout the afternoon. Plus an evening barn dance.

 

Job Vacancy - Age Concern Clerical Assistant required. 10 hours per week. £3.55 per hour. Must be computer literate. Microsoft Office is the system in use. For further information 'phone Sheila Woods on 862364. Bus Passes Concessionary Bus Passes will be available during the week beginning from 1st June to 5th June and will be issued at the Day Centre, Age Concern, Elham Rural between the hours of 2.00pm and 4.30pm. Further information from Sheila Woods on 862364. Etchinghill Toddler Group A new Mother and Toddler Group is now up and running in Etchinghill Village Hall every Wednesday morning 9.30am to 11.00am. Cost £1.00 per family. All welcome - come along! Telephone 863531 for more details.

For Sale - Baby Rabbits English stock, ready mid-June. £5.00 each. 'Phone 274762. To Swap Sun offer Chessington tickets. September 1st, 3rd, 23rd for tickets 7th September. Can anyone help? Jean House 862773. Free 6 yards of hardcore available free for collection. Telephone 862569. Absurd Rumour This is a message for anybody who has listened to the absurd rumour that seems to be circulating the village; The Coach and Horses is NOT closing - in fact it is doing very nicely and going from strength to strength. We look forward to seeing you this summer and thank you for your continuing support.

Lyminge W.I.
At our meeting on Tuesday 12 May we discussed the two resolutions for the year. The first was, "Should they build on old sites or should they use the Green Belt area". The second was, "Should young children be kept off school to look after sick relatives". The results now go on to the Triennial meeting at Brighton. Lyminge came second in last month's competition for a face mask at the Group Meeting at Lower Hardres. Last month's competition, "the most words from 'Correspondence'" was won by Mrs Hughes, Mrs. Childs second and Mrs. Longley third.

Lyminge Senior Citizens Club
We had a most enjoyable afternoon at Notcutts Garden Centre near Maidstone. After many cold, wet days the sun came out for us. Many thanks to our visitors who helped fill our coach.

Lyminge Car Park Petition
507 signatures - what a tremendous result! This surely shows the degree of frustration experienced by so many of us over the congestion in the car park. I would like to thank the shopkeepers and the Library for their co-operation and also the 507 people who signed the petition.
I have had a meeting with Mr. Kim Hills who is in charge of car parks for Shepway District Council, and at the same time I gave him a copy of the petition. I suggested a number of schemes, but as anticipated, the SDC, although they now agree there is a problem, plead poverty and are reluctant to spend any money. I have also given a copy of the petition to Mr. Colin Auld, the Clerk to Lyminge Parish Council.
With thanks again to all whom supported the petition. Let's all hope that people-power will help to bring about some early changes so that those local people who want to park their cars in the car park and support our village can do so. Adele Entwistle.

Age Concern, Elham Rural
Age Concern, Elham Rural, wishes to thank Mick Hogbin for doing the sponsored walk around Elham on Sunday 12th April. This year the sum raised was £225.00. Well done Mick!
Thank you to all of you who gave so generously. We greatly appreciate the support we receive from local people. All the money raised goes to maintain the services we provide in the Day Centre for our elderly folk.

Sibton Park Cricket Club
By the middle of May the warm sunshine had brought out the best in our batsmen, with a century and three half-centuries being scored. On his debut as 2nd XI League Captain, David Stewart excelled with 118 n.o. against Tenterden in the Woolwich Kent League.
Paul Fox held the batting together with a battling 52 runs against Westerham in the WKL 1st XI game and fine bowling by Captain, Paul McLeary, Andy Tutton and Trevor Lewis gained 'the Park' an admirable win.
Martin Wren continued to show his prowess with a controlled 54 runs against Old Stacians 1st XI and Nigel Arnold scored 64 runs against Old Stacians 2nd XI.
The bowlers have had to maintain good line and length control on the superb pitches prepared by our groundsman, Geoff Kirk, but backed up by good fielding and team spirit, the 'supreme master', Micky Edwards with 6 for 38, the 'reborn veteran', John Murrell (5 for 19) have dominated the opposition batsmen.
Our Matchball Sponsors for May were, Six Mile Garage and Frederic Hall and Co. We thank them for their support.
100 Club winners for May were; £25 - E. Edwards, £10 - R. Hartley, £5 - K. Betts.
For any information concerning the Cricket Club, contact Peter McKen (Secretary) on 862697.

 

Lyminge Gardeners' Society Tuesday 16 June A visit to Harry's Wood in the ground of Judith Lansdell's home, West Ho, Westfield Lane, Etchinghill. Judith had the wood planted by the Woodland Trust in memory of her late husband. It has a variety of trees, some quite unusual. Judith will walk and talk us around the small wood and then let us wander around her large and well-stocked garden. Refreshments will be served. All welcome. Be at Judith's by 7.00pm, or if a lift is required, at the Library car park by 6.45pm. Enquiries; Doug Furminger on 862006 or Janet Turner on 862158. Tuesday 21 July Vegetable evening at the allotments behind the Methodist Church. 7.30pm. More details next month. Report - Visit to Thompson's Nursery On Tuesday 21 April a large group from the Society visited Thompson's Nursery, Stone Street. They we shown round by Peter Alexander, Manager, including some of the propagation and nursery production areas. An evening when all who attended learned a lot. The evening finished with coffee and a lively question and answer session. Our sincere thanks to Mr. Alexander.

Report - Visit to Capel Manor On Tuesday 19 May, another group from the Society made a visit to Capel Manor, Enfield. With perfect weather, everyone had a perfect day with something for everybody - plants, flowers, garden, equipment on display, with much to be learned in the "Which" trials grounds. Quite differently, there were historic gardens, special needs gardens, theme gardens and gardens for difficult sites on display. Suttons Petunia Competition The Society is entered in the Suttons Seeds "Prism" National Petunia Competition. Regional judging on 6 June, National finals 11 June 1998. Gardening Tips for June Water, feed and shade indoor plants. Early Action dealing with weeds will save work later. This is the month to complete planting out plants for summer. Should your Azaleas, Rhododendrons, Camellias, Hydrangeas show signs of leaves yellowing, apply sequestrated iron. Start watching for aphids, whitefly, and blackfly. After a mild winter we are likely to see more of these. K.J.B. Gardening Any work undertaken from General Maintenance to Landscaping, including pruning, turfing, fencing, etc. Over 18 years experience. Free estimates and competitive rates. Telephone 862181.

Weather Summary for March 1998

Temperature  High 23.1°C 22-24.04.98   Low -1.8°C  13
Pressure     High 1012mB 02.04.98.     Low  986mB 16.
Rainfall     Monthly total 103mm       Day max.20mm 16
Humidity     High 74%..                Low 67% 15.04.
Wind         High 40mph 04.04.98.      Days gale force 1
Frost        3 days 10, 12, 13,04.98.

 

BRIDGE FARM FLOWERS Telephone: 863625 A TRADITIONAL NURSERY - WE GROW PLANTS NOT GIMMICKS Plenty of bedding and basket plants available from £1.99 a tray. Wide range of perennial plants. Cut flowers.

A "recipt" (sic) handed down through five generations of Bobbie Session's family, it uses windfall and old apples - so put it to one side for the autumn!

Ingredients 3lb cooking apples
2lb sugar
3 lemons
6 quarts (i.e. 12 pints) of fresh spring water (we'll have to make do with bottled water!)

Method
Pass the entire apples (cut into quarters) through a mincer (or food processor) and then tip into a clean (sterilised) bucket and add the water. Leave for a week stiring WELL daily. Strain and mix with grated lemon rind, the juice of all the lemons and the sugar. Leave for 24 hours. Strain and bottle into shatterproof bottles (lemonade or coke plastic bottles are perfect). It is drinkable after a week and is a lovely soft homemade drink. Bobbie suggests that if it is kept until Christmas it is better/perfect for grown-ups!