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© The Lyminge
Association
1998-2008

October 1998

The AGM of the Lyminge Association was held on Wednesday 30 September. Only 12 villagers attended. Linda Willcox resigned as Chairman and Derek Morris resigned a short while ago as Treasurer and no one has come forward to replace them. This means that the Lyminge Association cannot continue. Effectively this means, no more Charities Coffee Morning, no more Father Christmas run, no more co-ordination of regular events such as the Festival and Gardens Open, no more one-off events such as the Well Centenary Events last Saturday. AND NO MORE NEWSLETTER.

The Lyminge Association's aims, as laid down in the constitution are:

• To foster a community spirit amongst the residents of the civil parish of Lyminge.
• To preserve and improve existing village amenities
• To create and secure further village amenities
• To encourage and support cultural, sporting, recreational and educational activities in the Village
• To ensure the history of the parish of Lyminge is recorded

Reproduced below is Linda Willcox's retiring report. If you care about the aims of the Association, if you wish to see a continuation of the events which it has run in the past, if you want your Newsletter every month, come to the:

THE LYMINGE ASSOCIATION IS IN CRISIS

The AGM of the Lyminge Association was held on Wednesday 30 September. Only 12 villagers attended. Linda Willcox resigned as Chairman and Derek Morris resigned a short while ago as Treasurer and no one has come forward to replace them. This means that the Lyminge Association cannot continue. Effectively this means, no more Charities Coffee Morning, no more Father Christmas run, no more co-ordination of regular events such as the Festival and Gardens Open, no more one-off events such as the Well Centenary Events last Saturday. AND NO MORE NEWSLETTER.

The Lyminge Association's aims, as laid down in the constitution are:

• To foster a community spirit amongst the residents of the civil parish of Lyminge.
• To preserve and improve existing village amenities
  
• To create and secure further village amenities
• To encourage and support cultural, sporting, recreational and educational activities in the Village
• To ensure the history of the parish of Lyminge is recorded

Reproduced below is Linda Willcox's retiring report. If you care about the aims of the Association, if you wish to see a continuation of the events which it has run in the past, if you want your Newsletter every month, come to the:

After the usual thanks Linda's report was as follows:

This last year was personally a bit of a "hassle" and I even felt the dreaded word, "stress" was applying to me! In spite of the organising of the regular events for the Association going fairly well to plan at the time, I have felt a certain degree of apathy and despondency with our village community and myself.

When I came to Lyminge in 1971, the Lyminge Association was in its infancy, the public meeting for its initiation being held in September 1970. I was full of the enthusiasm of the "young" - coming from college to a village school - a flat of my own in the Old Rectory. I was all set to embark on "village life", joining the first committee for the Wine Circle, making my own homemade wine and such like. Getting married in 1972, we moved to 3 Well Cottages for a while before buying a bungalow in Hogben Close. By then I was involved with the Guides - funny, I went to help out for 3 weeks while the then Guider recovered from an illness - is she better yet I wonder? Through the Guides' involvement with village activities I became much more involved in the Lyminge Association, and I can't remember a time when I haven't been on the committee, or indeed one of its officers since 1977.

So, what's gone wrong this year? We really need another adult helper in Guides, and we really need another treasurer in the Association, and this phrase, "we really need another helper" seems to be a recurring phrase from so many of our village groups - and yet, no one new comes forward. Yes, we do have to earn a living. Yes, we do have families to organise. Yes we do want life after the office work or whatever job we do. And yet, if no one is willing to come forward to give physical support to our Association, or indeed any of the village clubs, our village life will disappear, I fear.

This lack of response from the village has been the main thing that has got me down this year, I think, and as there is no one coming forward, we will not be able to continue. And then what does the village lose? The charities' coffee morning, Father Christmas delivery, "Village Open" weekends and special one-off events such as last Saturday - AND OF COURSE, THE NEWSLETTER.

I am all set to say, "That's it". Although I really believe in the aims of the association, I am not really prepared to go through another year without lots more practical support at the various functions we would hope to organise. Having made this statement, last Friday's presentation comes up and socks me on the chin! We win the KENT BEST VILLAGE 1998 competition!!

At last, those who plan, organise and arrange events, and run clubs and societies in our community are acknowledged! Sometimes things can give a boost to the morale BUT I still feel that in order for us all to carry on we must look at developing villagers who participate more in the planning stage and not just coming along and enjoying the event! OR the Association needs to change its style of operating if we are to continue.

It would be wonderful if the adults in this village worked alongside the wish of the school, "Building for the future by improving standards of learning and developing caring people who help in the community", followed by the Brownie's (Pixie's) wish, "If everyone did a little bit to help.....everyone would be happier".


LYMINGE, KENT BEST VILLAGE 1998

The news above is, to say the least, ironic, considering the wonderful news about our success in the Kent Best Village Competition. This competition, sponsored by Calor Gas and the Kent Reliance Building Society was judged in five separate categories; Older People, Environmental Action, Community Life, Young People and Business Opportunities. We were one of forty villages from Kent competing.

We came first in the section for Young People - all the clubs for youngsters - judo, cricket, youth, drama, uniformed groups and so on, are well supported and there is a healthy toddler group, an excellent pre-school playgroup, a terrific school and various facilities, particularly the basketball court, for young people. We were awarded a cheque for £200, a certificate and a "collectibles" cottage for this section. So, now we want to spend the money! Although the cheque is made payable to the Parish Council, it is very anxious that the money is spent on something the young people of the community want. It may be difficult to think of something which will benefit everyone, but all suggestions will be considered. Please either contact Derrick Hamer on 863182, Liz Coleman on 863197 or Linda Willcox on 862699 or leave a note in the Newsletter Box in the Library.

We were runners up in the Environmental Action and Community Life sections and third in the Business Opportunities section, so overall, we scored so well that we were WINNERS! For this we won £500, a "personalised" map!, a certificate and a pottery plaque. We very much hope that these "artefacts" will soon be on show in the Library. The £500 needs to be spent of course! On what? Again, although the cheque is made payable to the Parish Council, it would welcome suggestions. Please contact Derrick, Liz or Linda or put a note in the box in the Library. We want to spend the money soon!!


COMMUNITY POLICING

Crimes are generally below last year's figures at this time. However encouraging this may be, it is always a terrible experience for those who are victims of crime. Victim Support offers an excellent service and anyone who has suffered as a victim of crime or bereavement can contact Victim Support on 01303 226661.

There will be crime patrols and road checks carried out in the next few weeks. Similar checks in other areas have resulted in the arrest of criminals and seizure of property subject to crime.

Finally, a big "thank you" to those who are sponsoring me for the Three Peaks Challenge in Yorkshire. All moneys go to the Kent Air Ambulance which costs nearly £4,000,000 a year to run. pc Richard Lester. Tel: 289176.


COUNCIL FOR THE PROTECTION OF RURAL ENGLAND

The member of the Shepway District CPRE who covers this Parish is Ian Lucas. Should a situation arise where you need advice or assistance on any countryside matter, which you believe should concern CPRE, please contact him on 863053. Please contact the Parish Council as well; telephone the Clerk to the Parish Council, Colin Auld on 862607.


PARISH WALK

The next Parish Walk is on Sunday 18 October starting at 10.00pm from the Post Office car park. Everyone is welcome to join the Parish Council's Footpath Officer, Bernie Wood, in ensuring that our footpaths remain open and useable.

 

Sunday 4 October Elham Village Hall Committee TRADITIONAL CONKER BASH & HOG ROAST Elham Village Green Competition starts 11.00am Hog Roast and Refreshments £2.00 Grand Knockout Final at 2.30pm - Trophies for winners Everyone welcome to take part throughout the Valley. Competitions for men, women, boys and girls. Teams from every organisation and individuals are invited. Enter by buying a conker on a string at £1.00 on the day for from local pubs before the event. Tel: 840587 All proceeds in aid of the New Village Hall Tuesday 6 October Lyminge Historical Society October's talk is, "A History of East Kent: A Literary Perspective", by Jerry Blanchet. The meeting starts at 7.45pm at the Methodist Hall. Non-members are always welcome, cost £1.00. Saturday 10 October Etchinghill Cricket Club BOOT FAIR £5.00 a pitch on the day. Queries? Tel: 862060. Tuesday 13 October Lyminge W.I. Come and celebrate with us at our 77th birthday meet-ing. The Speaker will be Mrs. Toynbee on "The National Garden Scheme. Nailbourne Court 2.15pm. Friday 16 October AN AUTUMN BARN DANCE with BREWERS' HILL 8.00pm - 11.30pm. Tickets £3.50 (£6.00 per couple) on the door. Bring your own refreshments. Details/ booking Peter Thompson 255610. Saturday 17 October QUIZ NIGHT Lyminge Village Hall 7.30pm for 8.00pm Teams of 8 - £5.00 per head including supper. BAR Tickets from Gill Monk on 863803. On behalf of Cantores Dominicae Tuesday 20 October Etchinghill W.I. The Speaker at our next meeting will be Mrs. Y. Ward, whose talk is "Sorry, the coach is leaving". A lovely tea follows - not to be recommended for slimmers! Wednesday 21 October Rhodes Minis Circle Our meeting starts at 7.30pm at Rhodes Minnis Village Hall. Mr. J. Brind will speak about his experiences as a Deep-Sea Diver. The competition is for "An Object from the Seashore". We have a good variety of speakers for the coming year and new members are always most welcome. Saturday 31 October Poppy Appeal There will be the usual coffee morning at St. Mary's Church Hall, Elham, from 10.00am to 12.00pm. All proceeds go directly to our local Poppy Appeal total. Please support this event by either donating items for sale, i.e. cakes, produce, or a tombola prize, or by join-ing us for coffee. Or better still, do all of these things!

Wednesday 28 October Rhodes Minnis Village Hall The Annual General Meeting of the Village Hall Man-agement Committee will be held at 7.30pm. Please come along and support your Village Hall. Tuesday 27 October Lyminge PCC THEATRE TRIP - HOORAY!!! We have booked 51 seats at the London Apollo in Hammersmith to see Philip Schofield starring in DOCTOR DOLITTLE, featuring Jim Henson's Creature Workshop. We expect to leave Lyminge at about 4.30pm, to allow time for a snack before the show, returning to Lyminge at about midnight. The cost, including coach from Lyminge to Hammersmith and return is a mere £24.00 a head. If you wish to join us please put your name on the Booking Form in the North Aisle of the Church. Regretfully bookings cannot be accepted except on this list. Because this is only a few weeks away early payment is requested. Cheques to be made payable to Lyminge PCC. Saturday 31 October IN AID OF LORD WHISKY ANIMAL SANCTUARY FUND HALLOWEEN, FIREWORKS AND FUN EVENING At the Lord Whisky Centre, Rhodes Minnis 6.00pm Children's Fancy Dress. 6.30pm Fireworks followed by Supper. Raffle. Mulled wine. Admission by ticket; Adults £5.00, children £3.50. Telephone 01227 770415 or 01227 264996 for bookings. Book early to avoid disappointment. ALSO Christmas cards and gifts are now available at the Lord Whisky Centre. Why not pop in for a browse? Open every day (except Mondays) from 10.00am - 4.00pm. Tuesday 3 November Lyminge Historical Society ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 7.45pm at the Methodist Hall, followed by "Electric Sparks", by Adrian Willcox. Saturday 14 November Age Concern, Elham Rural We will he holding our Annual Christmas Fayre from 10.30am to 12.30pm at the Day Centre. Donations of bric-a-brac, unwanted gifts, hand-knitted goods, cakes and preserves would be most welcome. Items can be left at the Day Centre between 9.00am and 2.00pm during the week or we can arrange collection - telephone Mrs. S. Woods on 862364. ADVANCE NOTICE - 11-14 November Lyminge Dramatic Society Lyminge Dramatic Society present J.B. Priestly's northern comedy, "When We Are Married" at Lyminge Village Hall at 7.45pm nightly. What will happen when three couples celebrating their Silver Wedding Anniver-sary discover they have been "living in sin"?! Tickets go on sale on Saturday 24 October at G.W. Finn and Son. Adults £5.00, children £2.50. Senior citizens are welcome at the dress rehearsal on Tuesday 10 November.

Lyminge Village Hall

 

FORTHCOMING EVENTS SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER AUTUMN FAMILY CAR TREASURE HUNT Meet at 2.00pm at the Village Hall afterwards at the hall for High Tea and conker competition £2.00 per Adult, £1.00 per Child Contact 862928/862655

THURSDAY 5 NOVEMBER FIREWORK AND BONFIRE PARTY 6.00pm at the Village Hall LYMINGE DAY 1999 It's back to May! and it's back to "It's a Knockout"! Yes, Lyminge Day next year will be on Saturday 15 May

LYMINGE DAY NEEDS YOU!!
Volunteers are needed to join the Lyminge Day Organising Committee to help organise, prepare for, and run Lyminge Day - and have a lot of fun at the same time! Interested? 'Phone Den Huntley on 862343 or Dave Hunt-Cooke on 862928.
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.

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    evenings6.00pm - 11.45pm
               £22.00 evening session
               £44.00 full day

HE61 - A Bridleway between North Lyminge and Shuttlesfield
Some time ago, the farmer whose land this bridleway crosses applied to have it downgraded to a footpath only. At the time Lyminge Parish Council objected to this, giving as one of their reasons, the fact that it would remove a vital link to other bridleways and prevent there being a circuitous route for riders. It also helps reduce the number of horses on the roads, thus safer for riders and motorists.

The County Council thus considered that there was not evidence to suggest that it should be downgraded. However, the landowner objected to the Department of the Environment which has looked at the situation and said that it should be downgraded.

However, HE61 was first recorded as a bridle-way on the 1970 draft revised map. For any objection to the downgrading to be successful, it has to be proved that the route was used as a bridleway before that date. Thus written statements from riders, past and present, should be sent to the Public Rights of Way Department, to arrive no later than 9th October.

After that time, the County Council will decide on which of three options to take; to make a written report, to have a hearing or to have (as seems most likely) a public enquiry. Should a public enquiry take place, the County Council will take a neutral stance. The landowner will state his case and then the opposers will give theirs. At a Public Enquiry more credence will be given to aural evidence than to letters.

On this subject the following letter has been received from Judy Woodbridge:

"Are you someone who thinks horses should be off the roads - if you are, please write to:

Mr. D. Smith
Public Rights of Way Department
Kent County Council
Springfield
Maidstone
ME14 2LQ

"As the farmer who owns the land on which bridlepath (sic.) HE61 passes through - from North Lyminge to Shuttlesfield - is trying to downgrade it to a footpath only, so horses will have to use the main Lyminge to Elham Road even more.

"It seems most farmers dislike Horses on their land, so we will have to use the roads unless we get more support. It will only cost you a stamp."


Wanted - Kitchen Assistant

Age Concern, Elham Rural require a kitchen assistant to work Mondays to Fridays at the Centre, Station Road, from 12.00pm - 2.00pm. £3.20 per hour plus free lunch. Phone Mrs. Woods on 862364.


Lyminge Art Workshop

The Workshop is now under the tuition of Mary Sampson, Fine Art B.A. (Hons). Mary has started a course beginning with "Understanding Colour", then progressing. We meet every Thursday in the Methodist Church Hall, Church Road Lyminge from 10.00am - 12 noon. More members are welcome - beginners or advanced. More information from H. Lewis on 862746 or Stephen Cross on 862141.


Basketball

Now that the training sessions are up and running and have proven to be quite successful judging by the number of keen players, it is time to thank all those people who helped to set up the project. I would therefore like to thank the Parish Council and its members who helped to implement this idea. Apart from getting together with some friends for shooting (and perhaps Slam-Dunking), Basketball helps to motivate people to work as a team, so the Lyminge community can only gain.

I would also like to thank the members of the committee especially Nicci, Tim and Heath for their involvement. Finally a special thanks to Liz Coleman who helped out with subliminal messages on various posters and adverts, which drew some of you to the court at the back of the Village Hall.

The future does look bright. The training sess-ion season will carry on as long as you want to...

We aim to use the money that is raised every week, not only for eventual maintenance purposes, but also to provide specialist training sessions at some stage and perhaps organise a trip to see a professional game being played. So keep your eyes out for the posters for any special events. Otherwise, until further notice, or until the court is covered in ice, training sessions take place:
Saturdays 10.00 - 11.00am - children up to 12 years

Sundays 11.00am - 12.00pm - young and old 13 and above. The charge is £1.50. There are some women players at the moment and we would encourage more to come along.

Shai Topaz. (Any comments, suggestions, or you just want a quick game, call me on 862261).


Poppy Appeal
Collection Dates

This year we are allowed to commence collecting on the weekend of Saturday 24 October as opposed to the usual Monday start. It means our collectors will have two extra days of daylight before the clocks change. In addition, the static boxes may stay in place until after Wednesday 11 November. If anyone has a few minutes to spare and would be willing to help with the appeal, I need extra collectors in North Elham, Rhodes Minnis, Etchinghill and parts of Lyminge. Please contact me on 840634. Many thanks, Pat Neumark.


For Sale

Roof bars for Peugeot 405 4-door saloon. Halfords. Retail price £50. Only used for recent two-week holiday, therefore as new! Complete with fitting instructions. Sell for £20.00. Also roof rack for a car with gutters £10.00. Telephone: 863197.


For Sale

Two single acrylic pale gold blankets unused £20.00. Six polycotton single sheets, pink - two fitted, some unused, others as new £20.00. Beldray ironing board, height adjustable to nine positions - very good condition £5.00. Please ring 863075 after 6.00pm.


"Of Land and Spirits", by A. Thrush

If you bought this hardback from the stall outside Aberdeen House, or from the Elham School Fete on 20th June, then please contact R. Cowling URGENTLY on 840544. The book has strong family connections and a special inscription.


Badminton

Adult badminton players (not beginners) wanted for Thursday evenings at the Methodist Hall. 'Phone 862817 for details.


Age Concern, Elham Rural

Age Concern, Elham Rural has now been open for 21 years and we are planning a birthday celebration in the Village Hall on Tuesday 4 November. If any of you have photographs of when the Centre was first opened, we would be very interested in seeing them as we are compiling a booklet on the history of Age Concern at Everist Court. Contact Mrs. S. Woods on 862364.


Calling all Machine Knitters

Have you got a knitting machine at the back of your cupboard? Do you need to muster some enthusiasm to use it again? Jenny Holden needs encouragement too! If you are interested in an informal get-together from time to time, either in each other's homes or at one of the small halls in the village please give her a ring on 862637.

Elham Valley Lions
Chernobyl Appeal

Elham Lions have donated £500 towards the Chernobyl Children's Disaster Fund. This was in association with our twin club, Korbach Arolsen in Germany, which is providing assistance and help to this stricken area.

Kent Air Ambulance

The Lions Club was delighted recently to be able to donate £2,000 towards the day to day running of the Kent Air Ambulance; a service through which so many people in the south-east of England owe their lives.


Etchinghill W.I.

Etchinghill W.I. was sad to report the death of Mrs. Calver V.C.O. in August, but happy to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. E. Barnes on their Diamond Wedding.


Lyminge W.I.

At our September meeting we had a very entertaining talk by Mr. Godden on his experiences as a courier; the different people travelling and what does wrong. The details were finalised for the "Marlow", "City of Europe" and "Group Meeting". The competition for the prettiest card was won by Mrs. Harris.


Lyminge Senior Citizens' Club

It has been a very busy time for the Senior Citizens' Club. Several members enjoyed a fish and chip supper at the George Inn. We then had a coach to the Winter Gardens to see a Variety Show. We also joined Age Concern for a lovely afternoon drive to Emmetts Gardens. We have the Lions Club to thank for this, as it was all paid for by them. D.M. Bain.


Sibton Park Cricket Club

Early September rain ensured that the cricket season ended on a soggy note. 1998 summer records show that our Woolwich Kent League 1st and 2nd XI's finished disappointingly low in their respective divisions. The Sunday XI's fared better and the Midweek XI maintained its winning streak.

Our thanks go to our umpires Geoff Harris, Keith Betts and Peter McKen for their dedication this year. Once again our tea ladies, though small in number, have excelled, and Margaret McLeary and 'Flo' Pegden receive special thanks.

Our pavilion does not 'close' for the winter and is available for private party bookings if you need some-where in an ideal location with a bar facility. If you do, then 'phone Bob Williams on 863170 for that booking.

100 Club winners for September were; £25.00 S. McKen, £10.00 V. Law and £5.00 J. Law. Query:- Did he also write 'Lucky Jim'?!!!


From our Jordanian Correspondent

The following report is from Katie Chisnall, who took a "gap year" in Jordan. Her last report appeared in the March Newsletter. She has certainly noticed a climate difference on her return, feeling very cold in her first few days back. Katie starts a teaching degree at Roehampton Institute this month.

In June my work at the YMWA finished with the end of the school year. Saying goodbye to the children and staff was hard as I'd become close to so many of them. I had a wonderful time there and it was an experience I'll never forget.

With two months left of my time in Jordan, I decided to work at a home for elderly people about 30 kilometres away from Amman. Normally, the elderly are supported by their families and treated as great sources of wisdom. This home catered for those who have no such families, or whose families are unable to care for them. Many of the residents were suffering from chronic degenerative diseases associated with old age.

Our basic role at the home was as carers. We washed, bathed and fed the women, as well as performing basic medical care, such as physiotherapy. Added to this, we basically tried to make the women as comfortable as we could. For some this involved fetching and carrying things, whereas for others this involved sitting and chatting with them. I really enjoyed working there. Some of the women had such personalities and had me in fits of laughter!

We became very close to the staff members and were invited to many of their houses, experiencing more of the real Arab way of life. For example, I became friendly with a family that consisted of a husband, four wives and sixteen children!

My year in Jordan was quite simply the best year of my life. The things I saw and learnt and the experiences I had will stay with me forever. The only think left for me to say is, "thank you", or "shukran", to you for helping me to experience such an amazing opportunity. The support and encouragement I received while overseas really helped to make the most of every experience.
Shukran jazeelan wa asalaam aleykom.
Thank you very much and peace be upon you.

Lyminge Gardeners' Society

Tuesday 27 October
The Rev. Frank Kent will talk on beekeeping at Lanfranc, High Street, starting at 7.30pm. It promises to be an entertaining evening. Refreshments will be served. Non-members will be most welcome.

Tuesday 17 November
The AGM will be held at Lanfranc starting at 7.30pm. It will be a chance for members to comment on the year's programme and offer suggestions for next year's meetings. Ideas and observations for the gardening shows will be most welcome.

Report David Godden set the questions and Peter Alexander, from Thompson's Nurseries adjudicated at the gardening quiz on Tuesday 15 September. After a very close run contest the triumphant team was Judith Lansdell, Doug Furminger, Mary Hickmott and Ann Laker.

Garden Tip
To avoid any readers being arrested, the travellers' concession for plants being brought back to England is:

• From E.C. Countries. You may bring back any plants as long as they were grown in the EC (subject to wild plant controls).
• Non E.C. Countries in Europe, plus Mediterranean Countries
  • Max. 5 plants
  • Bulbs, corms, tubers - max 2kg (no potatoes)
  • Fruit/vegetables - max 2kg
  • Cut flowers - one bouquet
  • Retail seed packets - max. 5
• All other non-EC Countries
  • Fruit/vegetables - max. 2kg
  • Cut flowers - one bouquet
  • Retail seed packets - max 5 (no potatoes)

The "Lost Weather of Lyminge"
Weather Summary for July 1998

Temp.    High 30.4°C 18.07.98  Low 7.0°C  07.07.98.
Pressure High 1020mB 25-27.07. Low  1006mB 12-14.07.98.
Rainfall Monthly total 43.5mm  Day max. 10.5mm 11.07.98.
Humidity High 83%.11-12.07.98  Low 79% 24-26.07.98.
WindHigh 28mph 12.07.98.       Days gale force 0
Frost    NONE

Weather Summary for August 1998

Temp.    High 33°C 13.08.98     Low 15.9°C  08.08.98.
Pressure High 1027mB 09.-11.08. Low  1006mB 12-14.08.98.
Rainfall Monthly total 13.5mm   Day max. 6.5mm 23.08.98.
Humidity High 81%.1-2.08.98     Low 74% 17-18.08.98.
Wind     High 28mph 20.08.98.   Days gale force 0
Frost    NONE

 

Live Music at The Coach and Horses Sunday 11 October EDMUND WAS - (a band that plays recent chart stuff) - back by popular demand. Friday 30 October Halloween disco. Come and spend a spooky evening with us! Fancy dress optional - lots of prizes. Coming in November - Camine. If you like the Original Fling, you'll love these! Watch this space! 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. 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 - ideal Christmas gift! The Organmaker's Cottage, North Lyminge. Tel: 862595. Mrs. L.I. Arnold MChS State Registered Chiropodist Honeypot Holt Rhodes Minnis * Canterbury * Kent * CT4 6XT Telephone: 863359

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. 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. Birthday/Anniversary Gift Vouchers available. Telephone: 862969 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.

 

Lyminge Airport Taxi Service A quality taxi service serving airports, London etc. Call Peter Chamberlain on 863226 or 07050 650279 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. 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 Farthing Framing Quality framing of pictures, prints, photos, needlework, paintings, repairs etc. ONE THIRD LESS THAN HIGH STREET PRICES!! Call Joanna on 840084 or call in at our workshop next to Browns Estate Agents in Elham. Free collection and delivery Mayfield Stores, Grocers and Video Club Telephone: 862435 Open Monday-Saturday 7.30am - 6.00pm. Sunday 9.00am - 1.00pm FREE DELIVERIES Try our fresh meat - available to order from a traditional butcher. New videos during October include: "Titanic", "Sphere", "U.S. Marshals" and "Hard Rain". CALL IN AND SEE US SOME TIME 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 C. & M.E. Blanch Lyminge Post Office Telephone: 862201 Christmas is almost upon us! Last days for posting: Surface to Canada, U.S.A. and S. Africa - 30 October. Surface to Australia and New Zealand - 2 October. Travel: Foreign currency. Insurance. EIII. Photographic Service: Quality service for all your photographs East Kent Bus Co. Agent: Explorer tickets. Outings Books: O.S., road maps, travel, gardening etc. In stock or to order, including books for school, both for projects and the National Curriculum. Friendship and Fireside books in stock NOW. Stationery: Writing and notepaper. Interesting selection of greeting cards. 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. 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. Donna Hawkes Wedding Photography & Photographic Restoration Stylish work capturing those special memories. Please telephone 261233 for a free information pack. French Wine PRESENTATION PACKS FOR CHRISTMAS OR ANY OTHER OCCASION Two bottles of quality French wine in an attractive presentation box, delivered to your door direct from France. One less present to think about at this time of year! Excellent value and choice from as little as £7.95 For details and full price list Telephone 862997 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. Alan J. Boughton Small Works Builder All aspects of building work undertaken 40 years experience Telephone: 862075 K.L. Guyett Property and Garden Maintenance Services NO JOB TOO SMALL For free estimates 'phone Ken on 01303 863049 or 0850 600359. Beaver Builders from design to completion Extensions Conversions Roofing Plumbing Carpentry Decorating Telephone: 863371, mobile: 0402 009127. 24 hour emergency. Free quotes. M.J. Athow - Est. 1965 BUILDER & DECORATOR GENERAL MAINTENANCE Qualified and Insured. Free estimates 24 hour emergency service Telephone 862616 Mobile 0976 306665 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