THE LYMINGE NEWSLETTER For the communities of LYMINGE, ETCHINGHILL, RHODES MINNIS and POSTLING Produced by THE LYMINGE ASSOCIATION June 2021 www.lyminge.org.uk !"#$%&'(%)*$+,-(%.//#0+12+#,
A fantastic selection of different events over FOURTEEN days !! Theme - Anglo Saxon 21st June - 4th July 2021 It’s here ....we hope!!
The joint committee (The Lyminge Association and Pathways To The Past) have committed considerable resources to this fortnight of fun and entertainment and we look forward to everybody enjoying their new found freedom (in a responsible way).
THE FULL PROGRAMME AND DETAILS OF MANY OF THE INDIVIDUAL EVENTS CAN BE FOUND INSIDE THIS NEWSLETTER, STARTING ON P2.
Besides the extensive programme, there are considerable amounts of information relating to the events and how to engage with them. Some events need booking and so you are encouraged to make your bookings as soon as possible since tickets are limited. In particular the Banquet and the Quiz need to be booked beforehand. For a variety or reasons, we are NOT able to accept payment for these two events on the night and in the case of the Banquet, the cut-off date for booking is 11 June.
Finally, we always welcome any feedback and comment which is always useful in steering future events.
So, we look forward to seeing you all at some stage over this Festival Fortnight. The Festival Committee
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Editor: [email protected] 1 Tel: 01303 863737 A fantastic selection of different events over FOURTEEN days !! Theme - Anglo Saxon with THE Great Lyminge Art Exhibition all around the village, throughout the fortnight PROGRAMME
Monday 21st June ‘Meet Rob Macintosh to discuss his trilogy of novels set in Anglo-Saxon Kent’ 2 - 4pm Lyminge Parish Church Tuesday 22nd June An informative walk around the village with Mike Foxon and Andrew Coleman. All about the History and Geology of the area. The walk should take about 2.5 hours. Starting from information panel, Tayne Field at 2pm Thursday 24th June A Walk along the Royal Saxon Way with Andrew Swarbrick - 13km round trip. PLEASE NOTE that this special walk has to be booked in advance by TEXT to 07754797848 or by E-mail: andrewswarbrick13@ googlemail.com. Please bring packed food and a drink. (See P8) Dressing the Well with Lyminge Girlguiding Well Field ~ 6pm - 8pm Friday 25th June Medieval Banquet complete with appropriate music supplied by Rough Musicke! Lyminge Village Hall. 7.15 for 7.30pm. Booking is essential for this event ~ cut-off date 11th June, please call Dave Hunt-Cooke on 01303 862928 or Peter Barnes on 01303 863737. (See P6) Saturday 26th June Garden Safari ~ Special PASSPORTS available at Lyminge Village Stores and the Parish Church Cream Teas at Lyminge Parish Church Visit by the Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin, Bishop of Dover to the school fayre and the parish church for the dedication of the new artworks (See P8) Primary School Summer Fayre Midday - 3pm ~ Fun for all the family Tayne Field (See P 5) Meet Emma Batten with her book “The Pendant Cross” and the sequel. Lyminge Parish Church Beer Festival at the Coach & Horses including the especially brewed Queen Ethelburga’s Ale (See P9) Sunday 27th June Garden Safari ~ PASSPORTS available at Lyminge Village Stores and the Parish Church Cream Teas at Lyminge Parish Church Meet Emma Batten with her book “The Pendant Cross” and the sequel. [after church service] Lyminge Parish Church Beer Festival at the Coach & Horses including the especially brewed Queen Ethelburga’s Ale (See P9) Wed 30th June ‘Kentish Minsters and Royal Saints’ - a talk by Dr Andrew Richardson, Canterbury Archaeological Trust, Parish Church Thursday 1st July Canterbury Brass Band Concert ~ Retiring Collection 7.30pm Parish Church Friday 2nd July A Quiz with an Anglo-Saxon theme ~ bring your own supper. Lyminge Village Hall. 7 for 7.30pm £3 per head, teams of 8 max. Book with Nancy Benham on [email protected] (See Page 9) Saturday 3rd July An exciting and informative display by Øst Centingas Anglo-Saxon re- enactment group. Tayne Field (See Page 8) Quilter’s Exhibition in the Parish Church. Sunday 4th July Another chance to see the display by Øst Centingas Anglo-Saxon re- enactment group Tayne Field (See Page 8) Quilter’s Exhibition in the Parish Church A Walking Treasure Hunt around the village for all the family with versions for children, adults and with wheelchair access. Meet at Parish Church at 2pm.
Editor: [email protected] 2 Tel: 01303 863737 Diary of Forthcoming Events This page is printed to give readers and organisers the opportunity of planning events without clashing with existing ones, which are already in the ‘diary’. It is not intended as a means of advertising and we take no responsibility for errors or omissions. Acceptance is at the discretion of the editor. Please send your updates by email to [email protected] or via methods outlined on Page 3. Location and name codes below: One-Off Events
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1 In term time only 2 Except Jan and Feb 3 Except Jan, Feb, and trip in Aug 4 Except Aug and Dec 5 Not held in August C&H: Coach & Horses; EVH: Etchinghill Village Hall; ELVH: Elham Village Hall, ERA: Etchinghill Residents’ Association; ES: Elham Square, EVLT: Elham Valley Line Trust, JC Jubilee Centre; JF: Jubilee Field; KH: Korf House; LB: Laing Bennett; LBC: Bowls Club; LL: Library; LMC: Lyminge Methodist Church; LPC: Lyminge Parish Church; LPS: Lyminge Primary School; LVH: Lyminge Village Hall; LW: Lord Whisky; NP: Nailbourne Court; PC: Postling Church; PH: Lord Whisky, Park House; PVH: Postling Village Hall; RVH: Rhodes Minnis Village Hall; RMC: Rhodes Minnis Church; RMCS: Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary; RR: Rigden Room; SMVH: Stelling Minnis Village Hall, SNL: See Newsletter for info; SP: Sibton Park; SPCC: Sibton Park Cricket Club; TC: Tayne Centre; TF: Tayne Field; WF: Well Field Editor: [email protected] 3 Tel: 01303 863737 Lyminge Methodist Church
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Lyminge Newsletter Terms & Conditions: Copy deadline for next edition - 18 June 2021. Please email your copy to the editor ([email protected]). Your payment must be received before your article or advert can appear in the Newsletter. Please leave your payment along with your name, organisation, telephone number and copy of your ad in a sealed envelope at the Lyminge Library. Business adverts cost £9.50 per month or £95.00 per year. Personal and charity adverts and articles from £3 per month, or £30.00 per year. The annual rate offers 12 entries for the price of 10. Please make cheques payable to ‘The Lyminge Association’. If you do not have email, a typed paper-copy may be left with the payment at the Library (when back open). Printed by Canterbury Print & Mail. Lyminge Association accepts no liability for the accuracy of the advertisements or subsequent actions arising in conjunction with advertisers in the newsletter. Further details from Peter Barnes (editor) on 01303 863737 or [email protected] Editor: [email protected] 4 Tel: 01303 863737 Lyminge Primary School SAY IT WITH BALLOONS A celebration is not a celebration without balloons. Order a single happy Saturday 26th June 2021 birthday balloon or a 3-5 12-3pm Tayne Field balloon bouquet to lighten someone’s day or brighten R%!! !R"" "#$ the celebration. FUN 'LL !&# (" No order too small. FOR LCO)" !OR !!!!! Collection or home delivery 'ALL LL!! Local Lyminge-based balloon decorator service. BBQ & much more… 07958 737 977 Come and enjoy the fun!! Editor: [email protected] 5 Tel: 01303 863737 Medieval Banquet Lyminge Village Hall Friday 25th June 7pm for a 7.30pm start. As a part of the Lyminge Festival, we are running a Medieval Banquet in Lyminge Village Hall. Come along and have some fun!! Dress up (optional) and enjoy our professionally catered Banquet to include honey roasted ham, whole roast chickens, cheeses, salads, strawberries, trifle, vegetarian options and other typical fare in the hall, decorated to give a hint of a medieval feasting hall. Be entertained by Sandwich based Rough Musicke, a medieval band of musicians playing reproduction period instruments. They will also be demonstrating dances from the time and it is hoped that some of you will be encouraged to take part. The bar is being run by the Coach & Horses and you will have the opportunity to sample the Queen Ethelburga’s Ale which has been brewed especially for the festival by local brewery Canterbrew. A raffle will also be run. Numbers are limited, allowing more space for dining and dancing. Ticket Price £20 per person with the last date to book 11th June For tickets and information please contact either: Dave Hunt-Cooke telephone: 01303 862928 or Peter Barnes telephone: 01303 863737 or [email protected]
This exclusive beer (label above) has been specially brewed for the Lyminge Anglo-Saxon Festival and will be available from The Coach and Horses (from 18 June), and at The Medieval Banquet (25 June) and the Cantores Lyminge Prom (16 July).
Editor: [email protected] 6 Tel: 01303 863737 Lyminge Litter Pick A giant litter pick throughout the village Saturday 19 June 2021 !"#$%&'$()*+%,(--#*+%.#--%/(01%*-23+4%#)5%#)'01()*%+-4+%'26%7++-%/26-5%1+-89 :-+#4+%(5+)0(7'%01+%;+'%#<+#4%01#0%/26-5%=+)+7(0%7<2$%26<%-#0+%>8<()*%?-+#)@@ Editor: [email protected] 7 Tel: 01303 863737 LYMINGE ANGLO-SAXON FESTIVAL EVENT The Anglo-Saxons are coming!
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Visit to Lyminge by The Bishop of Dover On 26 June at 2.30pm, the Rt Revd Rose Hudson-Wilkin, Bishop of Dover Then at 4.30pm, Bishop Rose Pathways to the Past project.
The Lyminge Walk 24th June The walk has been arranged in conjunction with the White Cliffs Ramblers group. Booking is essential in order to comply with current Ramblers’ covid-safe requirements (see below)
Meet Lyminge Station Road (free) Car Park - by the Library TR164410 CT18 8HH. Please bring packed food and a drink.
A circular route of about 13.5km via Great Shuttlesfield, Paddlesworth, Arpinge and then via the North Downs Way to Tolsford Hill summit and returning to Lyminge passing Staple Farm. Then to the East of Postling Wood. This is a hilly route as it includes about 300m of ascent and descent, but is rewarded by great views from the NDW and Tolsford Hill. Walk grade Mod 4
Booking essential. Please book by TEXT or Email to the Walk Leader: Andrew 07754797848 or [email protected]
Editor: [email protected] 8 Tel: 01303 863737 A QUIZ - ? ? ? ?Through ? ? the ? Ages ? Friday 2 July ~ 7pm ? ? ?Lyminge ? Village? ? Hall ? ? Max. of 8 per team - Registration fee only £3pp Bring your own food and drinks Book early as numbers are strictly limited ? Book? your ? table ? with ? Nancy ? Benham ? on ? [email protected] Seating and tables will be set out in accordance with the relevant? ?government ? and ? local guidelines? ? ? ?
Coach & Horses
We’ve been very busy during lockdown and we’re very nearly there with new lighting and seating areas, freshly painted throughout, along with new extensive menus. There are just a few pictures left to be put up. So now we’re able to look forward to welcoming you all back to the Coach & Horses. Diary of Events: Father’s Day 20th June - Sunday Roasts - please book early Beer Festival 26-27th June - a wide variety of beers including the Queen Ethelburga’s Ale, brewed for the Lyminge Festival American Festival 3-4th July Rodeo Bull 3rd July Country Singer and Line Dancing 4th July Summer Menus (can be seen on-line): including Lite Bites. Catering available 12-2.30pm, 5.30pm-8pm. Bar snacks available all afternoon. Sunday Roasts 12noon to 7pm Table service only until the lifting of lockdown, hopefully on 21st June. Please book early to avoid disappointment. Darts Team - Fred intends starting up a Darts Team shortly. Please contact him if you are at all interested in joining in. Emily and Fred For bookings and any other help needed, please phone 01303 901011 or check Facebook page ‘Coach & Horses’
Editor: [email protected] 9 Tel: 01303 863737 Pathways to the Past Exploring the Legacy of Ethelburga
By the time you read this, one of the key aims of the project to create disabled access to our ancient Parish Church will have been fully implemented, with a remodelled level threshold to the north door to complement the new path laid in 2020. We are now entering the last full month of the project. Lots of our plans will be reaching completion in the coming weeks. Watch out for: • New information panels being installed around the village explaining the archaeology discovered over the last decade and more • A new archaeological display in the Parish Church • A new interactive programme allowing you to explore 3D digital reconstructions of the church site over 1,400 years, accessed through a touchscreen in the Parish Church • New information displays in the Station Road car park, created in partnership with Lyminge Historical Society and Lyminge Parish Council • New specially commissioned artworks installed in and around the Parish Church • Queen Ethelburga’s Ale, specially commissioned by the project for the Lyminge Anglo-Saxon Festival, on sale from the Coach and Horses. We are delighted to be partnering with the Lyminge Association to put on the Lyminge Anglo- Saxon Festival 2021. After months of lock-down, here is an opportunity for our community to get out there and have a good time. Enjoy the programme of festivities (see elsewhere in this Newsletter), and perhaps raise a glass of festival ale to Queen Ethelburga! If you would like to help us with a donation, please scan the QR code to reach our giving page at PayPal. If you are a taxpayer, you can add 25% to your donation through Gift Aid. If you have any questions about the project, you can email us at [email protected].
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Editor: [email protected] 10 Tel: 01303 863737 District Councillors’ Update - June 2021
2"%31'(4551*3$4/'6'[44$'"#$,)#=($-)#$0/+%A$)/8%0($'"-'$-)#$>)-%0$%#=$'/$'"# Editor: [email protected] 11 Tel: 01303 863737 Etchinghill Update - June 2021 ETCHINGHILL RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION, Chairman: CURTAINS UP! RESUMPTION OF FILM NIGHTS - MONDAY 19 JULY Subject to a successful government strategy to fully exit Covid restrictions, we intend to ‘Military Wives’ in the Etchinghill village hall at 7.30pm on Monday 19th July. Doors open at 7pm so please arrive by no later than 7.15pm to allow for registration. New members are welcome. women in England whose partners are away serving in Afghanistan. Faced with the men’s and global movement. Entry fee is £5pp (please have the exact money ready to reduce handling by our volunteers) and includes a glass of wine, tea or coffee. PLEASE NOTE THAT ANY COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS WILL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT ADVICE & VILLAGE HALL REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE AT THE TIME. We look forward to welcoming and meeting everyone again! OPEN HOUSE REOPENING! We are very hopeful that, as of 21st June, the Covid road map remains on target so we are able to meet together indoors without too much social distancing and wearing of masks. This is still dependent on the Trustees of the Village Hall and the Government, giving us the MONDAY 21ST JUNE at 10am! THE ARK BAKERY AND PROJECT In Etchinghill, Hester runs The Ark Bakery and Project. There they use baking as a vehicle for enabling young people, many of them with additional needs, to gain work skills. The bakers learn how to bake bread and cakes to sell at farm shows, local shops, all age groups, and “bakers” are funded for 3-5 hours a day through the organisation “Shared Lives” that supervise both Hester and the bakers. In a post-Covid world there’ll also be an opportunity to attend bread making workshops at the Ark Bakery. Past bakers have gone on to move up the ranks, gain employment and on to university. Look out for future events: Kent Police Rural Matters Spring 2021 Magazine An interesting read about rural matters, protocols and how to report rural crimes in Kent. Etchinghill News Coordinator, Jacqui – 07543 966830 or [email protected] RHODES MINNIS VILLAGE HALL IS NOW Fifth Trust Update OPEN The Vineyard cafe is now open inside, observing current safety restrictions. To book a table inside, or on our beautiful FOR HIRE... terrace overlooking the vineyard, please call 01227 831266 during opening hours (9am-4pm Mon to Sat). To book The Garden Centre is open the same times, also Sunday Contact Dorothy/Mick Athow 10am to 4pm. We have lots of bedding plants and beautifully planted hanging baskets for sale at very reasonable prices. 01303862616 Our Captain Tom challenge raised nearly £1,000; thanks to all who supported it. [email protected] Editor: [email protected] 12 Tel: 01303 863737 MUSIC ON Rhodes Minnis Circle A FRIDAY We hope you are enjoying the spring sunshine (and .... rain!) The trees are looking fresh and lovely now. We are hoping to meet-up soon and will let members ...returns on 9th July, with an know as soon as we have made arrangements. eclectic range of music for all to Keep well. enjoy. Held as usual in the Parish Marion 862913 Church, starting at 7pm. Any government restrictions will apply. HOPEFULLY we will re-open our doors to all our friends at ...and the welcome return of 10am on 26th June. MEMORY LANE on Please check our website and Facebook for any 3rd September for our BBQ. alterations to this date. We look forward to seeing All evenings are FREE, so we hope to see you again very soon you all again very soon. Letters To The Editor...... My husband Ron died in April 2018 and we had been married for nearly 61 years. Prior to his death, Ron had become very thin. In 1956 l bought Ron a very distinct gold signet ring for his birthday. Ron was in the Middle East doing his national service and front had worn off on the inside the inscription ‘Love Marilyn 20.03.56’ was clearly visible. Tristan and Joe then took the trouble to track me down and through word of mouth and public records, found me and were able to return the ring. It is amazing to have Ron’s ring back again through the kindness of Tristan and Joe. l have lived in lovely Lyminge for well over 20 years but am soon moving to Hythe as the house is too big perhaps to my years here and a reminder of the kindness of local people, especially Tristan and Joe to whom l give a huge heartfelt thank you. I am looking forward to a new beginning but will miss Lyminge for sure. Marilyn Norton From Jane Pace of Lyminge Library Fame..... Hello to all my lovely borrowers of all ages. Lyminge library will open again in the summer. However, I have decided after forty years at Folkestone libraries, including I have enjoyed all the baby rhyme times, talk times, poetry groups, reading groups, family history, craft groups, plus many of the various events we have had at the library over the years. They wouldn’t have been half as successful without all my borrowers, volunteers and outside groups. I have been working over the last few months at Maidstone Prison library, which is very different and interesting. I have been offered a permanent position and after a lot of thought have decided to take up this challenge. I am also now a granny to little Edward. I wish everyone of all ages happy reading. A big thank you to each and every one of you for making my time at Lyminge library so happy. Lots of love Jane xx ~~~~~~ On behalf of the community, The Lyminge Association would like to thank Jane for the unstinting support she has given us, and wish her well in her new venture. Editor: [email protected] 13 Tel: 01303 863737 Community Support Hub Pilates Class New!! Etchinghill Village Hall Starting 10th 56(6789:',*$'(6';*)0<'123)*4% June Dementia and Me The Charity Shop The Café 60 minute Class 3:30pm Thursdays Suitable for mixed abilities For more information and bookings, please contact: Luciana Clarke 07944028445 [email protected] 9*=#/3,0)#*',*$':$>)?%'@%/>)?%<' 123)*4% Jubilee Centre, Everist Court, 63 Station Road, Lyminge CT18 8HQ Contact: Ross on 07388 571431 ..your local carpet and upholstery cleaner Rhodes Minnis Village Hall New Saturday Market (Charity No. 800345) in Lyminge SUMMER SHOW Sibton Park Cricket Club 7th August 2021 9am – 1pm at 2:30pm 26th June, 17th & 31st July, Schedules available from the Show Secretary 14th August & 4th September Dorothy Athow Refreshments available. 01303 862616 or Please respect the signage regarding [email protected] government guidelines. - and the Library For further details contact Would all cup holders please return them - contact details above Debbie 07977 899559 Editor: [email protected] 14 Tel: 01303 863737 H7'1$%I+771-(%O177 $$$ !"#$%#$&'()'*+,,-#$&'#$'./0/*$'1213'(,'45,#$&64/**7,'1211 Q8)$ *#%8#$ +($ 4+,#%(#0$ '/$ "/40$ =#00+%A$ ,#)#8+4'$ A-H#>/$ =+'"$ ('8%%+%A$ ,/8%')?(+0#$ (8))/8%0+%A($ /)$ +%(+0#$+C$3)#C#))#0: 2/%'-,'$/8)$>//D+%A($,/L/)0+%-'/)$C/)$0#'-+4(`$ P##:+,-/(0"(21"*5(4'S-$1+750#$%#"% MD"%Z(;%GD$$("%[17:/%]"#-"1$$( Live Out Nanny/Child Care Required SWIM SCHOOL We have space available for Lengths/Improvers for Expanded Based in Canterbury Learn to Swim Scheme (Swim England LTS Level 4+) Long term position Due to the expansion of our successful (nationally accredited) Full Time/Flexible Hours Monday - Thursday Swimschool at Hythe Aqua we currently have immediate vacancies for lengths and intermediate level swimmers Driving Licence Essential Club Secretary: 01303 862353 Subject to DBS check [email protected] www.hytheaqua.org.uk Please contact Tara 07960548977 Curtains Up! Etchinghill Residents’ Association is delighted to announce the resumption of Film Nights! Monday 19th July 7.30pm – Doors Open 7pm at Etchinghill Village Hall ‘Military Wives’ Starring Kristen Scott Thomas & Sharon Horgan Entry Fee £5pp (correct money please, payable at the door) Glass of wine, tea or coffee included. New members welcome Film nights will be held subject to government and village hall regulations & requirements. Screenings may be cancelled during the current pandemic Visit www.etchinghill.info or call 07939 076617 for information Editor: [email protected] 15 Tel: 01303 863737 Editor: [email protected] 16 Tel: 01303 863737 hopeful Editor: [email protected] 17 Tel: 01303 863737 Thoughtful Food.... ...is a group of local volunteers looking at our food, and how this impacts climate change. Our aims are to support people to produce more of their own food, and to shop locally, sourcing seasonal produce. We also run a community allotment in Lyminge and welcome new members. Contact: [email protected] or on Facebook and Instagram @thoughtfulfoodgroup Our next meeting will be on Tuesday 8th June at 7.45pm at the Coach and Horses. Pick up a Plant event We had another very successful Pick up a Plant event on Saturday 15th May, with all surplus plants rehomed! This event helps newer gardeners to get started, or for more experienced gardeners to branch out or avoid wasting surplus plants. There was a great community atmosphere, despite the rain, and we enjoyed chatting to you all about your gardens. Thank you to everyone who donated and rehomed plants. Look out for our Surplus Saturday event, towards the end of the summer, where we can share our surplus produce with others. Lyminge Primary School Garden Project- Equipment Needed! A group of local parents and carers have come together to support Lyminge Primary School to develop their garden, both for growing vegetables and fruit, and to develop spaces for wildlife. They are short on equipment to support the project, so if anyone has spare gardening tools or a wheelbarrow they could donate, please get in touch with Kay Hull on 07815 892552, or email us at Thoughtful Food. What to do now...June June is a truly lovely month and all too short! spring, calabrese for autumn harvests. After solstice (21st June) sow endive, chicory, kohlrabi and Florence fennel. Sow outside: same as undercover, also carrots, and cucumber early in June. For more information look at Sarah Raven’s Website (www.sarahraven.com/articles/june-in-the-garden.htm). She has very useful information for all parts of the garden. Let’s focus on TOMATOES! Tomatoes are delicious, popular and so versatile, but easy to get wrong, so here are some Top Tips for successful tomatoes this year. don’t need any attention – maybe except feeding occasionally. Cordon / standard types need staking and training, either up a string by just twisting the growing plant around the string or tied gently to a cane. If in the greenhouse – secure the string / cane to the top of The main thing I get asked about tomato care is how to care for the cordon plant as it grows, to prevent it becoming out of control with green growth and how to make the plant concentrate on forming good fruit on one main stem? 2. Pinch out extra growth on the LEAF joins, as shown on the picture. DO NOT PINCH OUT FLOWERING TRUSSES – those will bear the tomatoes. 3. Remove yellow leaves. Yellow leaves use up more sugar than they produce. 4. Top the plant. To get the best out of the last growth of the season, it is necessary to “top” the plant. Take out the top growing point once the plant has produced 5 fruit trusses or reached the top of the greenhouse! a week with comfrey feed, liquid seaweed or equivalent. For more Top Tips on Tomatoes, check out this video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SIM8HbZRn4 Happy Growing! 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We are looking at ways of safely starting to meet up again. Perhaps a small group visit to a local garden or tea in one of our own gardens. Details to follow by email / look out for posters around the village. New members very welcome – if you would like to join the Society or would like more information please contact Anne on 07703 149008 or email us at: [email protected] Lyminge Friends - June 2021 News!! Lyminge We are hoping to resume meetings in September and as Historical the Rigden Room is too small, we will meet in the Methodist Church. Society Wednesday 1st September 2021 Many of us have had, or are about to have, our second Covid 10.30am in the Church vaccination. With lockdown easing the light is at the end of the This will be a catch-up meeting without a speaker and we tunnel. will decide how we want to carry on. The kitchen is currently closed so please bring your own drinks. Our monthly meetings will hopefully re-commence in September when Covid protocols will still have to be observed There will be Covid19 precautions in place to comply with for everyone’s safety. The Committee is working on how we can the Government regulations in force at the time - we’ll let you best achieve that. know the details in plenty of time but as things stand at the moment, it is basically masks, sanitisers and social distancing. Watch the Notice Boards and the Lyminge Newsletter for We look forward to seeing you all in September and in the further updates. Continue to stay safe and well. meantime, have a lovely summer, stay safe and keep well. ______Meeting are 10.30 - 12.30 in the Methodist Church. Lyminge Historical Society Committee Entry for 2021 is £3.00. –------We are a friendly social group and welcome new members so Lyminge a history can be purchased individually through just drop into a meeting, or if you’d like to talk to one of us the Premier Food Store Plus: purchase Parts 1-5 as a bundle for £22 or Parts 1-10 for £50* To take advantage of the offer please call Daphne Andrews on 01303 862865. This bundle offer is not available from the shop. *Postage and packaging extra Garden Safari - Saturday 26th June & Sunday 27th June \/44/=+%A$-$*#)?$0)?$[3)+4B$1-?$"-($>##%$<8,"$D+%0#)$=+'"$'"#$-+'$)+%A$'"-'$C/)$/8)$(8%$4/*+%A$34-%'(:$ E#$,/840$('+44$0/$=+'"$-$C#=$4#$+C$?/8$-)#$+%'#)#('#0$/)$+C$?/8$"-*#$-%?$f8#('+/%($)#A-)0+%A$'"#$(-C-)+: ?2)0#G0H%D#'%>$(01%"!I"I%JKIJLK%%2<%<4G#-3+ Editor: [email protected] 20 Tel: 01303 863737 Outdoor Theatre in Lyminge! 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Back-issues can also be viewed via this route. BADGERS BRIDGE NURSERY “ Bridging the indoor and outdoor learning environment for children in their Early Years” Badgers Bridge is set in the idyllic countryside of Postling, just outside Lyminge. We are a small and friendly Preschool who blend the Montessori principles with the outdoor learning ethos. really proud of the staff who work tirelessly to provide a stimulating and caring environment for the children of Badgers Bridge. The inspector was particularly impressed with our Forest School. “Children enjoy limitless opportunities to explore, understanding of the world in which they live”. “...... exemplary relationships between staff provide excellent role models for children and promote high standards of behaviour. Children make outstanding progress during their time at the nursery”. Exciting news! We have opened our new setting in Elham. We offer the same unique outdoor experiences for children from 20 months old. Come along and see us at The Gore!” So please call or email us:. Email : [email protected] Website : www.badgersbridge.co.uk Tel : 01303 862951 Postling Village Hall, The Street, Postling CT21 4EU Ofsted Registered : 395128 Companies House Reg : OC375571 Editor: [email protected] 23 Tel: 01303 863737 Rhodes Minnis Cat Sanctuary Andy Mannering Flooring REHOMING & BOARDING CATTERY SPECIALISING IN AMTICO AND KARNDEAN - Our Sanctuary takes in and rehomes 250 unwanted cats and kittens each year. LUXURY VINYL TILES A variety of cats are always available to • suitable homes. • - 5* Boarding Cattery under 2018 • regulations - We are open to visitors every day from • 10-1 & 2-4. No appointment necessary. • • T: 01303 862 243 E: [email protected] Telephone Facebook: @rhodesminniscats Email: www.rhodesminnis.co.uk Seathwaite, Green Lane, Rhodes Minnis, Kent. CT4 6XU Reg. Charity No. 262245 PIANO LESSONS FOR ADULTS Have you always wanted to learn to play the piano but have lacked the opportunity, or faith in your own ability? Did you learn as a child and now regret having given it up? I specialise in teaching adults and have developed a method which will enable you to progress quickly and with great enjoyment. Please contact: Lise Cribbin, Bridge 01227 637709 I’m Michelle, a local Sales and Letting agent from ‘The Good Estate Agent’. We are an 11 year old family run business, who pride ourselves in a high quality personal service. We are with you from start to finish! If you’d like a free property valuation or if you’re a landlord /landlady and need any help finding a tenant or would like us to manage your property. Park House Please call me on 07848015443 or email Sanctuary Boarding [email protected] Kennels & Cattery Snippers and Clippers Park House, Stelling Minnis Barbers - Lyminge CT4 6AN Opening hours (but may vary) Daily Walks ~ Reasonable Tuesday 9-5pm Thursday 9-5pm Rates Dogs must be fully Friday 9-5pm inoculated Saturday 9-2pm Heated Cat Chalets Please call Richard for an appointment Quiet Area Inspection Invited. O7522 494 969 To book or for further 01303 647333 information, call 4 Station Road, Lyminge CT18 8HP 01303 862622 or email [email protected] www.lordwhisky.co.uk Editor: [email protected] 24 Tel: 01303 863737 The Lyminge Association We're here to support and develop our community!! Contacts: Chair: Peter Barnes 01303 863737 [email protected] Vice Chair: Adrian Willcox 01303 862699 [email protected] Treasurer: Janet Fry 01303 863177 [email protected] Committee Members: Nancy Benham, Marian Chubb, Richard Chubb, Fran Davis, Dave Hunt- Booking Line: 0749 7625 741 Cooke, Gillian Heywood, Sylvia Norris, Derek Smith, Email: [email protected] Ray Smith , Penny Stephens Newsletter: As for Peter Barnes above ETCHINGHILL VILLAGE HALL Rhodes Minnis Village Hall HIRE FEES The next time you are thinking of holding a function why Rhodes Minnis Village Hall is located 2kms (1¼miles) from Lyminge not try Etchinghill Village Hall, which holds the highest and just off Longage Hill and Whitehorse Lane in Chapel Lane Hallmark accreditation level (Hallmark 3), with its excellent The hall, which holds Hallmark accreditation, is ideal for children’s facilities, including ample parking space. parties, band practice, quizzes, meetings, wedding receptions, The standard hire charge for the main hall and kitchen are: fundraising events and much more. It has a fully equipped kitchen. Rates ANY DAY OF THE WEEK’ ANY TIME £12 PER HOUR No winter supplements. No extra charges. Sat & Sun £23 per session Ideal for family parties and get togethers. Sessions The use of a separate Committee Room is also available. For all bookings or enquiries please contact: The Duty Manager on 07514 758936 Separate rates for Bank Holidays and New Year and special rates for regular users. For all bookings and enquiries please contact: Mick & Dorothy Athow 01303 862616 e-mail: [email protected] TAYNE CENTRE HALL HIRE Previously known as the Lyminge Methodist Church Hall Clayson Hall 1 October to 31 May (including heating) 1 June to 30 September Rigden Room (Parlour) with heating, if required* (*electric - over heaters). Burren Room - storage only Overnight Stays 1 June to 30 September 1 October to 31 May For any enquiries please call 01303 863 832 Lyminge Library Opening Times Monday 10am - 2pm Tuesday 12noon - 5pm Wednesday 10am - 2pm Thursday 10am - 5pm Friday 10am - 2pm Saturday 9am9am -- 1pm1pm Tel: 03000413131 [email protected] Editor: [email protected] 25 Tel: 01303 863737 Financial Planning NO. David Gridley - Chartered Financial Planner :#$=(:'+$='&/007,'8>7+$#$&';7,9#87$ C"#W'B"51- • Pre- and Post-Retirement Planning $ • Investment Planning P?<+%A#$-%0$(8))/8%0+%A$-)#-($ • Inheritance Tax Planning \/)$-$C)##$%/$/>4+A-'+/%$f8/'#B$34#-(#$,/%'-,'$<#$ C4H$51X'YMMZ['LMN\Y\' David Gridley FPFS B4.1X'YUZYZ'[SZ'MY\'''''''D."$5X'&"51-."#WUSU]0."$5^*4.' Tel: 01303 863959 Email: [email protected] \+%0$8($-4(/$/%$\-,#>//D OIL BOILER SERVICE Professional Friendly Service. Prompt Response to Breakdown Calls. Over 40 Years Experience. 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Gas Safe, CIPHE, WIAPS registered Lyminge residents Rosemary and Martin Fincham 07835 851 706 For your bathroom installations from start to finish, tiling, plumbing, gas, heating, radiators, boiler servicing Free estimates KSL Maintenance New Builds and Repair Hand made curtains, Roman blinds & soft furnishing Text/call: 07805 773251 Curtain alterations Email: [email protected] Tel: Valery Wren 01303 237755 CEDAR TREE CARE All types of tree work undertaken Crown lifting, crown reductions, dismantling and removals, hedge maintenance, We are a local company that specialise in double glazing repairs o!ering a wide pollarding, stump grinding and removal, mobile saw milling, range of service’s that include: Replacement double glazed units - Locks - Hinges - wood land maintenance, all year round seasoned logs available Handles - Rubber Seals - Gaskets. For a free estimate please call: 07912317915 or 01303 863689 Call Tom: 07769 908027 email:[email protected] or email: [email protected] All Aspects of Tree Sarah de Rougemont Work Undertaken Craftsman/Co-ordinator Fully Insured Please call Shane for UPHOLSTERY a Free Quote All commissions considered 07963 203564 or 01303 621992 Editor: [email protected] 26 Tel: 01303 863737 T. M. G R I G G S 01303 489795 07854 098395 \)/<$ 0#(+A%$ '/$ >8+40B$ =#$ 8(#$ ')8('#0$ f8-4+'?$ ')-0#$ 3)/C#((+/%-4($ [email protected] -4/%A$=+'"$)#4+->4#$(8334+#)($'/$#%(8)#$>80A#'($-)#$<#'B$=+'"$"+A"$ ('-%0-)0($<-+%'-+%#0:$ZC$?/8b)#$4//D+%A$'/$j s$$X&'#%0$?/8$3)/3#)'? Garden Clearance - Tur!ng - Hedge Cutting s$$2-))?$/8'$-%$#&'#)%-4$/)$+%'#)%-4$)#C8)>+("<#%' Tree Work - Stump Grinding - Fence Repair s$2/%*#)'$-%$#&+('+%A$>8+40+%A$+%'/$-$%#=$0=#44+%A $T4#-(#$,/%'-,'`$3-84n-3&3)/]#,'<-%-A#<#%':,/:8D$;OUSO$6KU5__ FRESHLOOK GARDENS Regular lawn mowing service. Garden design. Hard and soft hedge cutting, small and medium tree work. Water features, ponds and patios. For free quotation ring Danny Scott 01303 242140 or 07795510093 [email protected] Established since 1990. Fully insured. Local Tradesman J Tappenden Established 36 years Painter/Decorator 01303 862467 077755 78008 Jackson Plumbing Alan Croucher Property Maintenance Caravan Engineer Complete bathrooms and tiling 07921 480919 - 01303 863194 No job too small. Special rates for OAP’s. Caravans & Motorhomes “WE COME TO YOU” www.arcmobilecaravanservices.com Telephone: home/evening 01303 270691 “Your manufacturer’s warranty is safe in our hands” or daytime 07773 089398 or 07864 929826 A. J. Athow Ralph Allard BUILDER & DECORATOR Chimney Sweep GENERAL MAINTENANCE All chimneys, boilers and stoves swept. Telephone: 01303 862616 Mobile: 07541 792238 HETAS and NACS registered, fully insured. Member of National Association of Chimney Sweeps Email: [email protected] 01303 844465 or 07813716654 J. V. 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For further information, please call: 07565 768243 Hawkinge CRT Gardening All general garden work undertaken including: garden design, hard Veterinary Surgery and soft landscaping, new fencing installation and repairs, decking Independently owned veterinary surgery for all types of small animals. installation, hedge trimming and cutting, fruit and vegetable garden Opening hours: Monday to Friday 08:00-19:00 Saturday 08:30-13:00 work, small to medium tree work. 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The reward of homemade cake supplied by Anna proved to be the incentive needed to see the job through. or any interesting wildlife, please send them to [email protected] together with a few words about them. Mystery ones also very welcome !! Many verges will have the Cuckoo Flower [Cardamine pratensis] in bloom, sometimes callked Milkmaids or Lady’s Smock. Its name comes from the fact that it appears at around the same time as the Cuckoo starts to be heard. The seed heads are long thin pods that burst later in the year to disperse the tiny seeds. Grounsel [Senecio vulgaris] is also appearing now, heads which is the reason for its botanical name which comes from the Latin for ‘old man’. Last month’s Mystery was How about these two pictures ? Ray Hendrick, This one is taken from Maureen Cox, an unusual angle ! 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