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SEPTEMBER 2018 Published by the Elham Village Hall Association, Charity No 1024757
Visit to Minster Abbey
Thursday 27th September
2.00pm for a Tour and an exhibition, followed by
a cream tea at 3.00pm in their Parkminster
Gardens Tea Room and a visit to the church.
“Minster Abbey is possibly the oldest inhabited house in
the country and home to 12 Benedictine nuns”
Donations – no set charge. There is an 11th Century
Brew House, a medieval crypt and Saxon Tower.
The Church of St Mary the Virgin is on the site of the
lst monastic foundation, founded in 670 AD, originally
built by the Saxons and the quire stalls are superb.
Please contact Andree Sladden or Jackie
Christian on [email protected] we will
need to let them know numbers attending.
COFFEE MORNING
ROYAL BRITISH LEGION ELHAM VALLEY BRANCH
8 SEPTEMBER 2018
10:30 - 12:30
Talk on last month’s WW1 Commemoration on Ypres
ST MARYS CHURCH HALL ELHAM
Opposite Browns estate agents
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Gas & Oil Boiler repairs & replacements
LPG, Solar & Unvented hot water specialist
Landlords Gas Safety Inspections
Local Experienced Engineer
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Gas Safe Registered
01303 862173 / 07860 452640
Do you need a helping hand?
Garden & Domestic Work House & Pet Sitting Small Animal Care
Then please ’phone
Fiona Johnson
01303 840507 (working locally for 28 years)
Your local reliable Electrician Part P Registered & Elecsa Approved
Insured & On Competent Persons Register For a free quotation & advice, call James on
01303 766333 www.sunhouse-electrical.com
Abbey f i e l d Building and Loft Conversions
19 Blackhouse Hill Hythe, Kent CT21 5UL Tel: Mob: www.abbeyfieldbuilders.co.uk
All types of Building Work undertaken
Air Link Cars
(You pack up, We pick up)
Airport, Seaport & Long Distance Travel Specialist.
The family run business where service really counts.
Estate cars and people carriers. Fixed price 24 hrs a day. No extras.
Written confirmation of booking. Established 10 years.
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Air Link Cars
(You pack up, We pick up)
Airport, Seaport & Long Distance Travel Specialist.
The family run business where service really counts.
Estate cars and people carriers. Fixed price 24 hrs a day. No extras.
Written confirmation of booking. Established 10 years.
For the Easy Airport Link, Think Air Link!
Nicki’s Garden Design and Maintenance
Hadlow Horticultural College trained and qualified
More than fifteen years experience Garden Designing and planting from whole garden
project to re-designing tired borders General Maintenance, Weeding, Pruning, Planting
Lawn Mowing, Hedge Cutting Gardening can be provided on a weekly, fortnightly or
seasonal basis
Call Nicki on 07748628993
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WHAT’S ON IN ELHAM 2018
The perfect venue for every occasion
Situated in the beautiful Elham Valley, our modern village
hall offers convenient and flexible facilities. Ideal for small or
large occasions, from business meetings to wedding parties.
Approved by Kent County Council as a venue for the
solemnisation of civil marriages and the formation of
civil partnerships.
Take a look at our website -
www.elhamvillagehall.co.uk
Contact Maggie Tappenden
01303 862467 for further information.
All hiring at competitive rates
ELHAM VILLAGE HALL
ELHAM VILLAGE HALL NEWS
If you have been into the main hall recently you may
have noticed our smart new curtains which have been
very well received by users. Well done to the village
hall team who made it happen.
The next fundraising event for the hall is the ever
popular Quiz Night on Friday 19th October. Other
events are being planned so watch this space …
WW1 Commemorations
Thank you to all those individuals and societies who
have pledged to buy a Tommy solider - pledges have
been received from twenty villagers and a further ten
from a successful grant application, making a total of
30 to date. If you would still like to purchase a
Tommy I am happy to place another order at a later
date so please, do get in touch.
The commemoration plans are almost complete and I
hope to publish our timetable of events next month.
We are still in need of red/white/blue bunting (we
won’t cut it!) plus some union flags to decorate the
hall for the final event of the weekend.
Jan Stanyon ([email protected])
September
Tues 4 Elham Residents Association (ERA) Meeting 7pm St Mary’s Church Hall
Sat 8 Royal British Legion Coffee Morning 10.30am-12.30 St Mary’s Church Hall
Sat 8 ERA Welcome to Elham Group Tea 3-5pm Elham Village Hall
Weds 12 ERA Village Walk 6pm Market Square
Thurs 13 Elham Circle ‘Wild about Flowers’ Alex Clifford 2.30pm St Mary’s Church Hall
Sun 16 Elham Valley Walkers 10.15am West Wood Car Park
Weds 19 Jemima Hughes, Pink Wheelchair Films 7.30pm St Mary’s Church Hall
Thurs 20 Elham Gardening Society, Gardening in Shade 7.30pm Elham Village Hall
Sat 22 Stream Clean, between Hogs Green and Duck St 10am
Thurs 27 Elham Historical Society, Visit to Minster Abbey 2pm Minster Abbey
October
Fri 12 Elham Historical Society, Fred Palmer’s War 8pm Elham Village Hall
Sun 21 Elham Valley Walkers 10.15am Market Square
Thurs 25 Pilgrims Hospice Christmas Market 6-9pm Elham Village Hall
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THE KINGS ARMS
WEEKLY SPECIALS
TUESDAY Selected menu: buy one meal get one half price
WEDNESDAY Fish & Chip night. Large beer battered cod, chips and peas (mushy peas too!) £6.95
THURSDAY Steak Night. 28oz Sirloin steak and all the trimmings £20.00
SUNDAY Full Sunday Roast. Choice of three meats and cauliflower cheese. One course £9.95, Two courses £11.95, three courses £14.95 Also Senior Citizens menu, £8.50 for two courses Monday-Friday excluding Public Holidays.
‘FOODY FRIDAYS’ in September and October. Come on in and take a look, save 10% when you book on main meals, cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.
Specials Board, Sweets Board Certificate of Excellence. Hope to see you soon!
01303 840242 www.thekingsarmselham.com
News from Elham Primary School
Following a wonderful summer break, we are back at school and raring to go for another year full of success and
excitement. Our values run through everything we do at Elham Primary School –
Humility, Perseverance, Forgiveness, Faithfulness,
Wisdom and Kindness
During the learning journeys of both our children and staff, we look at ways to demonstrate these values as often
as possible. We are always looking at ways to support the local community and plan for each class to show
kindness with a project they can develop that will help the children learn while supporting others. If you have any
ideas of how the school can help in the village or surrounding area please let the school office know.
World War 1 Centenary. To commemorate the centenary of the end of WW1, the whole school will be
carrying out projects linked to this important event. We will be making ceramic poppies for each member of the
Elham community that gave their lives for our freedom. We will be completing other projects and work during
term one and will be opening our school on Friday 9th November to share what we have done with you. If you
would like to visit, please contact the school office.
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Sir John Williams Trust, Elham – Further Education Grants
This is the time of the year when some young people of the Parish are looking forward to furthering their studies away from
home as they embark on their chosen course of further education at college or university, a time when funds can be stretched
almost beyond bounds in setting up courses with books and equipment that are considered necessary to ensure a smoother
learning experience. This is a time when a grant, however small, can be put to good use and perhaps allow the purchase of
books or equipment previously seen as beyond available funds.
The Sir John Williams Trust may be able to help if approached and you can apply in the following manner:
You must supply a curriculum vitae together with full details of the course of studies to be followed, degree or qualification
being sought and the establishment being attended plus any other information that may be useful to the Trust in dealing with
your application. The application letter must then be endorsed by a parent or guardian verifying the information given. For
repeat applications for grant, ie further years of study where a previous grant has been given, it will be necessary to provide a
report of the previous year’s studies in as much detail as possible together with achievements and exam results and how these
will satisfy the overall course objective, a cv will also be required where one has not previously been supplied and again with a
parent or guardian endorsement verifying the accuracy of the application. An application may be returned for completion if
any of the above requirements are missing.
The Trust will be meeting in October this year to consider applications and this is the main grant meeting of the year when
the Trust expects to make the bulk of its grants within its available budget, applications received after this meeting apart from
having to wait until the Trust next meets will also be dependent upon the Trust’s then available funds.
The Trust is not bound to make a grant and cannot if it is not satisfied that the application or applicant is within its remit and
the Trust scheme.
Applications should be sent to the Clerk to the Trustees, Mr K H London, Sir John Williams Trust, 17 Fairfield, Elham by the
24th September, should you have any query not covered by the above information please do not hesitate to telephone for
advice at 01303 840440.
Issue 4 of the Hawkinge & Elham Valley Practice PPG Newsletter has been published and
the following is a short description of what it contains – please contact the surgery for the
full version or go on line - www.elhamsurgery.co.uk Alert - Measles - with an outbreak of Measles in the county advice is given on what to do if Measles is suspected.
Patients must telephone the surgery - please do not attend the surgery as Measles is highly contagious.
You say, we listen - How the Practice has responded to ideas from patients
See, Treat and Diagnose - Explains the changes happening to local health and social care services, including
information about more services being provided in the Royal Victoria Hospital in Folkestone. As well as the
minor injuries unit, phlebotomy and x-ray service in the hospital there is now a nurse practitioner led team
(with GP supervision) helping with minor illnesses - short term conditions. You will need to be referred by
your GP Practice and the service will be
Monday to Friday 08.00 to 20.00
Saturday 09.00 to 17.00
Sunday 10.00 to 16.00
Also physiotherapy service will be delivered five days per week.
Practice website - take a look - www.elhamsurgery.co.uk - it provides lots of information about the
Hawkinge Health Centre and Elham Surgery, such as surgery times and about a range of health-related matters.
NHS Choices - another very useful website providing lots of information about health conditions and treatments,
over 100 topics on healthy living, an essential guide to social care, health news stories unspun and services near
you.
Surgery staff - details of changes to staff in the surgeries
GPs in the Practice - names and specialties of the GPs
New Medical School in Canterbury - welcome news that will provide more doctors for the area with their
training happening in our local areas
Lastly there is brief information about the following:
Porchlight
Kent Healthwatch
The Patient Participation Group (PPG)
If you would like a copy of the full version of the Newsletter please contact the surgery or
visit the Practice website - www.elhamsurgery.co.uk
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You may have seen the film Florence Foster Jenkins on TV last month; now come and see the play which is
hilarious. Rehearsals have begun for our production of Glorious the true story of Florence Foster Jenkins. She may have
been known as ‘the world’s worst opera singer’ but to those that knew her this society dame was a warm,
generous and heroic figure who did not believe in letting her lack of talent stand in the way of fulfilling her dreams.
She packed the Carnegie Hall to the rafters singing her very own unique versions of classic operatic arias. Join
Lyminge Dramatic Society in celebrating the life of this remarkable women and enjoy a glorious evening from
the 14th to the 17th November at Lyminge Village Hall starting at 7.30pm.
This month we have another plays in the pub evening on Wednesday 19th September. Grab a drink from the bar
and join us at 7.30pm on 19th September in the back room of the Coach and Horses in Lyminge. As always a very
relaxed and enjoyable evening.
What a fantastic afternoon we had for the Summer Party on 26th July. The sun was out, the sky was blue, there
wasn’t a cloud to spoil the view - all there was were plenty of yummy sandwiches, pastries and delicious cakes all
washed down with sparkling wine followed by the obligatory cuppa. We couldn’t have wished for a better day,
there was even a raffle - and if anything it was too hot! Many, many thanks to Judith and Mike for once again
letting us have the use of their beautiful garden. Unfortunately the proposed trip to Dover Castle on 9th August
was rained off. See you all on 13th September when Alex Clifford gives a talk ‘Wild about Flowers’, 2.30pm in St
Mary’s Church Hall.
Lorri Newman
The Life of a Vet was the subject of our talk in July when Tony Barnes, who has recently retired, kept us amused
with tales of his time as a vet over 52 years and also spoke of the changes in the profession during that time. The
competition was won by Molly Walker with Margaret Chambers 2nd, Connie Burren 3rd and Pat Kent 4th.
On the 26th September we welcome back John and Jane Buss telling us about the Fabian Ware War Graves. We
meet at Rhodes Minnis Village at 2pm., and warmly welcome visitors (1st visit free!). For further details please
contact 01303 862913.
RHODES MINNIS CIRCLE
The speaker at the 28 June meeting was Jude Lawton who talked about ferns. It was a fascinating evening - I think
most of us can recognise half a dozen ferns - Jude showed us pictures of many, some very beautiful and unusual.
Altogether a very entertaining evening. On 19 July Gerry Newman gave a pictorial resume of the Society’s recent
trip to visit gardens in Dorset.
The speaker at the meeting on 20 September will be Janine Doulton who will talk about gardening in shade.
In October we will be holding our Autumn Coffee Morning and Bulb Sale, so it is not too early to start planning for
Spring planting. In early November we have the Annual Dinner. Watch this space for details.
Frances Horton - 840550
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Notes on the Minutes of the Elham Parish Council Meeting on Monday 4 July
The minutes of the June meeting were adopted and signed.
To Agree to have agendas and other documents sent by email
The locum clerk explained it is now considered best practice to send out documents etc by email providing that the Council
agreed to this each year. She could find no Minute of this taking place. A brief discussion took place and after being proposed
and seconded, it was unanimously agreed that all documents would be sent electronically. However Councillors who do
not have access would have documents sent by post or hand delivered.
To consider and agree any proposals to mark the end of WW1
A letter from the vicar was read out. It was outlining a proposal by various groups in the village that were coming together to
remember the fallen during WW1 which marks the centenary of the end of the war. A debate took place. After being
proposed and seconded it was agreed that the cost of two ‘Tommies’ would be donated to the group. It was further agreed
that the PC will arrange the road closures for the Remembrance Service as is the normal practice.
Public Session
A member of the public reported that he had been involved in an accident. The other person involved had been unaware of
the ‘give way’ junction due faded white lines. The chairman said he would contact KCC Highways in the morning to get the
white lines reinstated. Faint white lines were also at other junctions. There was overgrown foliage around give way signs.
Finance
The following invoices were agreed:
Zurich, insurance £579.84
L. Robins, internal audit £100
G. Clements, reimbursement £16.20
Wraights, tree work £384
To Note Receipt of Standing Order and Agree Adoption
The Standing Orders had been previously circulated. In addition there had been a statement about training and it was further
agreed this should read that Councillors will attend at least one training session within their four year tenure. After a short
debate it was agreed to accept and adopt the Standing Orders. The locum clerk was asked to adjust the wording to
accommodate the updated information and recirculate.
Interviews to fill Vacancy of Clerk
It was agreed to set up a committee for the interviews and agree dates.
Updates from June Meeting
Three councillors attended the Burial ground clean up which went very well. The District Councillor has offered to purchase a
much needed bin for the Burial Ground. There was no list for the community Asset List; a request for residents to put
forward properties they think should be listed will be placed on Facebook.
Councillors Reports
A retired Councillor, George Crow has sadly passed away, he had been a Councillor for over 20 years. Road markings - lines
and junctions and some street sweeping will be requested. There has been some inappropriate parking near the war memorial.
It was noted that the Speed sign has not been working properly and will be investigated.
District Councillors report
The renaming of Shepway to Folkestone and Hythe District Council (F&HDC). There was a consultation taking place on
Otterpool Garden Town, residents were encouraged to submit comments. The application for Princes parade has been
received. There has been an increase of incursion of travellers camping unlawfully on private and local authority land. The Leas
Pavilion has fallen into disrepair.Susan Carey KCC Councillor is arranging a Nailbourne ‘stream clean’ on 22nd September.
To Discuss Heads of Terms on Open Spaces
This was held in camera. A discussion took place and it was agreed that the locum clerk will produce a report on the pros and
cons of taking on any land in the village and this will be circulated for a later meting.
The meeting closed at 9.30.
Elham Village Hall, room hire £10
Methodist Church, room hire £10
KALC, Annual subscription £610.70
Donation for WW1 remembrance £84
Unfortunately it is not possible to produce the Draft Notes of the Minutes
of the Meeting held on Monday 6 August, due to lack of space in this
Newsletter and the fact there was no August issue.
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Elham Residents’ Association
(ERA)
Mobile Telecoms
At the inaugural, Annual General Meeting (AGM), on
4th July, ERA agreed to take responsibility for seeking
improvements to the mobile telephone reception in
the parish, and I agreed to take the lead on this. At the
end of that meeting, a couple of people volunteered to
lend a hand, but I would really like to form a small
team to take this forward and to share ideas. If you
would like to part of this team, please do get in touch.
I received a great hand-over, on 17th July, from
Andrew Joynes, who had previously led some useful
work on this, with a group of concerned, local
residents. I would like to thank Andrew for the hand-
over and all of his efforts to date. Since then, I have
written to Damian Collins MP, Mobile UK and Ofcom.
Damian agreed to chase up the mobile telephone
operators, who had promised, at a meeting in January,
to do a re-assessment of mobile telephone coverage in
Elham. EE has, subsequently, been in touch to say that
it has conducted a ‘drive test’ and will soon be in
touch again about a way forward. I intend to put
pressure on the other providers if I do not,
imminently, hear from them. Ofcom has expressed its
support for our initiative and has asked to be kept
informed of progress.
Perhaps as a team we could both survey parishioners’
experience and views and/or carry out our own
coverage survey across the different networks.
Your parish needs you. Please give volunteering your
serious consideration. I look forward to your contact.
Clive Stanyon [email protected]
01303 840820
Jemima Hughes
Pink Wheelchair Films My Filmmaking Journey
Jemima will talk about how she makes short films
and animations using assistive technology,
and show some of her films.
Wednesday 19 September, 7.30 pm
St Mary’s Church Hall, Elham
Admission free, closing collection
Information : 01303 840475
PILGRIMS HOSPICE ELHAM CHRISTMAS MARKET
The annual Elham Christmas Market is being held on Thursday 25th October 2018 6.00pm – 9.00pm (Special preview for disabled visitors from 5.30pm-6.00pm) at the Elham Village Hall in Elham, Kent, CT4 6SX. In aid of the Pilgrims Hospices.
Festive atmosphere, Lovely Christmas Gifts, Quality market stalls including: Jewellery, Chocolates, Teddy Bears, Garden Crafts, Christmas Gifts and decorations, arts and crafts, candles, ceramics, knitted and crocheted items, homeware and much more…
Refreshments will be available on the night including delicious homemade mince pies and festive mulled wine.
Fabulous raffle prizes!
Entry: £1.00 (Children under 12 free)
Parking: Please park in field opposite (signposted) down Park Lane (bring a torch!) or in the village
itself. Any enquiries to Carol on 01303 840430
Joyce Crow and family would like to thank all who
helped with lifts to and from the Care Home, and
those who visited George over the last six months.
We also thank the taxi man Kelvin, who was always
ready to help.
Joyce is particularly grateful for those who looked
after her welfare. Elham village is a special place when
one is in need. Thank you.
POST OFFICE OPENING HOURS
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
9.30am - 12.30pm
The Kings Arms, The Square, Elham
Do your day-to-day banking with all the UKs
major banks here.
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Royal British Legion – Great Pilgrimage 90 On 7 August last around 1100 Standard Bearers and 1100 wreath layers from branches of the Royal British Legion across the
country gathered in Ypres to mark the centenary end of the Great War of 1914-18. The date chosen was the actual
anniversary of the beginning of the final 100-day offensive by the allied armies which ended the war in November 1918. Since
April that year the allied armies had been on the retreat as they tried to resist the final great German offensive. Gradually
they halted the German advance and in August the last allied offensive which pushed the enemy back and broke the
Hindenburg line resulting in the German request for an armistice. One of the Standard bearers and the accompanying wreath
bearer was from the Elham Valley Branch of the RBL, representing all the people of the valley and remembering all the fallen
serviceman from the valley villages. Carrying our Standard was 17 year old Callum Balch, an Army Cadet and our branch
Standard Bearer, with his mother as his wreath bearer as he is under 18. Attached to the wreath was a poem written by one
of the children at Lyminge Primary School and the poem is reproduced here.
WW1 Memorial By James Hammond Yr. 6
We are here today to remember those who fought for England in The Great War.
They were great people who went through too much.
Death and destruction was all that they saw.
As we stroll down the Road of Remembrance, we remember the fight that they braved,
Throughout all of the carnage, there were lives that they saved.
The trenches were unsanitary and unliveable; it was Hell on Earth, not very nice,
Soggy wet boots gave them ‘trench foot’, their clothes infested with lice,
But there was also camaraderie, friends, laughs, and most importantly, mirth.
Cleaning rifles and bayonets, all covered with earth.
The food provided for them on occasions was dire.
So disgraceful in fact that the mood would turn sour.
Yet with the horror and destruction of war came also kindness and laughter,
A country torn to pieces came together through tears, in spite of the surrounding disaster.
Never should we forget a single brave soul,
To save our country was the main goal.
We remember them with gratitude.
Lest we never forget,
Our Soldiers, Gone But Not Forgotten
ELHAM GARDENING SOCIETY ANNUAL TRIP TO DORSET Dorset – a most beautiful county which gained many more enthusiasts after the Elham Gardening Society tour in
June. The weather forecast was excellent so the group which met at the coach on the Thursday morning was in
great spirits. No problems with the M25, so all the omens were good.
Two of the highlights of the trip were the guided tours of Forde Abbey and Sherborne Castle; both were
historically unique and interesting, and both were full of beautiful furniture, pictures and in one case, remarkable
tapestries. Sherborne, with its links to Sir Walter Raleigh, will long linger in the memory. We have seldom
“done” houses before but these visits proved to be popular and enjoyable. A visit of a different type was to the
Church at Moreton Village, an area associated with T.E. Lawrence, who is buried nearby. The Church is
remarkable for the windows which, instead of the usual stained glass, were engraved by Sir Laurence Whistler.
The windows were beautiful in themselves and admitted a huge amount of light to the interior, leaving a lasting
impression of beauty and airiness.
The gardens and the Swannery at Abbotsbury were really enjoyed by all; who would have believed the fascination
of hundreds of large birds, accompanied by hundreds of grey youngsters of varying ages! That particular day
finished with a visit to Portland Bill – a first for many of us and most interesting.
I have to mention our coach driver, Duncan. A professional in every way but so thoughtful, friendly and patient.
He had some tough situations to face as we toured the narrow sunken lanes of inland Dorset, and he must have
wished us all back in Folkestone at times, but he remained calm and resilient. The last straw was an incident on
the M25, which added a couple of hours to our homeward journey, but even this did not faze him.
The Hotel in Weymouth was a bit different from those in which we’ve stayed in the past since it was almost
entirely a package holiday hotel, but it was comfortable, everything worked and the members of staff were
charming and helpful. The location could not have been better, right on the promenade; just cross the road to the
sea, and always some shipping to look at.
It was a thoroughly happy trip due, in no small measure, to the careful planning of Hugh Buckhurst. We look
forward to next year.
Frances Horton
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ELHAM SPORTS CLUB
Welcomes New Members
Tennis members can either book and play, or join the
friendly club sessions
Tennis coaching available with David
Whitehouse
CONTACT INFORMATION
Chairman Mike Ridley
Membership Gerry
Treasurer Clive Stanyon
Adult Fun Tennis Tournament:
Rick: [email protected]
Tennis Coaching:
David: [email protected]
Badminton: John: [email protected]
CLUB SESSIONS
Mondays 18.30pm
Gerry: [email protected]
Tuesdays 09.30am
Rick
WALKING GROUP
All are welcome including dogs (able to
negotiate or be lifted over stiles). Our
walks are free and we welcome new
members. Our forthcoming walks are as follows, all
commencing at 10:15am:
16 Sept West Wood Car Park, Rhodes Minnis.
Discover hidden trails in West Wood with
an optional coffee stop at Lord Whisky Tea
Rooms. GR145:44. 1.5 hrs
21 Oct Market Square, Elham. Autumn colours via
Madams Wood and Park Gate Wood. 2 hrs
18 Nov Market Square, Elham. Elham Valley walk
with coffee at Elham Valley Vineyard. 2.5 hrs
9 Dec West Hythe Canal Car Park at foot of
Lympne Hill. Hythe to Saltwood via Lympne
Castle Bistro for coffee. GR125:343. 2.5 hrs
Duration times are approximate and include coffee
stops.
Contact Peter Corkill 01303 840269
Chris Jelly 01303 862933
www:Elhamvalleywalkers.co.uk
Find us on Facebook
DATE FOR YOUR
DIARIES…
Our Christmas Food & Craft Festival is on Sunday, 16
December, 11am to 2pm in the village square and St
Mary’s Church.
Those of you who have visited before know that this
is a truly festive occasion that is well loved by our
traders, who all say how much they enjoy coming to
Elham and how nice and friendly the people are. And
we hope that you all enjoy seeing the square used for
its original purpose – after all, as you no doubt know,
it was first granted a market charter in 1251!
As usual, the square will be thronged with our food
and drink traders and the church will host our craft
makers and sellers, as well as the very popular
Chancel Café. If you would like a stall, please email
[email protected]. In the meantime, you
can relive our summer market through the photos on
our facebook page at f acebook.com/
elhamfarmersmarket
We hope to see you there!
www.elhamfarmersmarket.co.uk
Elham Residents’
Association
Dear Residents
Many thanks to those of you who joined us for
the AGM and to those of you who have now
become members. Our activity is gathering
momentum. Our next meeting will be held on
Tuesday 4th September at 7pm in St Mary's
Church Hall when we will update you on
projects in progress and discuss and listen to
your ideas for taking forward other initiatives. If
you have not yet joined us but would be interested in doing so, you are welcome to
come along on the 5th when we would be happy
to sign you up on the day. Alternatively, please
contact Tony Rossi ([email protected])
for an application form.
Sharon Jacob
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Proud trophy winners at Elham Gardening Society
Summer Show held on Saturday 28 July
ELHAM GARDENING SOCIETY SHOW REPORT Roger Frost beat his wife actress Pam Ferris by 3oz to win the hotly contested potato in a bucket competition at this year’s
annual Elham Gardening Society Show on Saturday 28 July. The two returned home laden with more than 18lbs of potatoes,
not a bad return from two tubers!
Despite this year’s heat and drought, competitors still managed to produce a magnificent show with vegetables and fruit,
flowers, floral art, domestic classes, handicraft, art and photography. Carole Kincaid secured the Yockletts Bowl for most
points in the Pot Plants classes, while Mike Donnelly walked away with four trophies and Maggie Newington won the trophy
for most points in the show. Her daughter Elizabeth maintained the family tradition by winning the Colonel’s trophy for
the best exhibit.
Newcomers Pauline Gladstone-Barrett won the most points in the Floral Art while her husband Steve took the Rupert Trophy
for his chocolate brownies in the gentlemen only domestic exhibit. Chrissie and Tony Upson won the Harrowing Bowl for the
most pleasing garden and Chris Grenshaw received the Harrowing Cup for the best home garden/allotment. The children
showed great imagination in their displays. Emily Richards won the Thomas Trophy with most points while Beaumont Lester
took the Palmer Cup for his model car made from an egg box.
Do please join my District Council colleague, Stuart Peall and me at the annual Streamclean on
Saturday 22 September from 10am to lunchtime. We will be clearing the Nailbourne where it runs
behind Hog Green towards Duck Street. Equipment is provided but do bring a rake and wheelbarrow if
you can. No need to register, just turn up and make a difference.
Look out soon for a consultation on our Household Waste Recycling Centres. Kent has 16 of these and we are one of the
last places in the country still accepting soil, rubble and plasterboard all of which are not classified as household waste. We
are now getting significant inflows of such waste from across the County boundaries and the consultation is asking for views
on whether we should introduce a charge for this type of non household waste in line with neighbouring councils.
KCC has been awarded the Ministry of Defence Employers Recognition Gold Award for its support for ex-service
personnel and Reservists. We have an Armed Forces Covenant which commits KCC to ensure that serving personnel,
veterans and Reservists will not be disadvantaged in accessing our services as a result of serving in the military. There’s
more information about what this means in practice on our website (search for Armed Forces) as well as a calendar of
events across Kent which celebrate Kent’s military heritage.
A group of KCC councillors have been asked to look at the issue of loneliness and social isolation especially among Kent’s
older residents, they will be looking at whether KCC’s current service provision and partnership working is effective and
recommend improvements. Written submissions on this issue are invited and sent to [email protected] by
midday on Monday 10 September 2018. Once all the information has been considered, the councillors will produce a
report for consideration at a full county council meeting in early 2019.
Repairs to Kent’s 8,700km (5,400 miles) road network continue following further drawdown from our emergency reserves
to deal with the damage caused by the snow in March and flooding in May. Between 1 March and 10 August 47,943
potholes had been filled and 149,017 sqm of patching has been done. (For our district the equivalent figures are 4,635
potholes and 21,373 sqm of patching.) Do keep reporting potholes. You don’t need to know the name of the road as the
website www.kent.gov.uk has an interactive map where you can mark the spot or you can ring 03000 41 81 81 in office
hours and 03000 41 91 91 for emergencies. This was one of the issues discussed at the Elham Parish Council meeting on 06
August which I attended, as well as faded ‘Give Way’ markings on local roads. These too can be reported online as can
problems to roads and pavements caused by vegetation, streetlights out at night or on all day (day burners), there’s even a
category for reporting ‘Animals/pests – Dead – Bigger than a Badger’ and much more. Make sure you keep a note of your
reference number which will help in keeping track of progress.
I’ve no further news on the broadband voucher scheme but a launch is imminent and I will give details as soon as they are
known.
Susan Carey, Member Elham Valley, Kent County Council
ELHAM VILLAGE HALL 120 CLUB
If you would like to take part, please contact Martin
Turner
(840804 / [email protected] )
JULY DRAW
1st Prize (£30) Number 32 Anne Newman
2nd Prize (£18) Number 33 Robert Holmes
3rd Prize (£12) Number 7 Betty Doy
AUGUST DRAW
1st Prize (£30) Number 36 Claire Donnelly
2nd Prize (£18) Number 74 Angela Milligan
3rd Prize (£12) Number 106 Jan Stanyon
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CHURCH MATTERS
Dear Friends
Just last summer I started to lead worship at some of the Elham Valley Group churches alongside other members
of Jane’s ministry team. During that time, I have had the privilege of meeting a much wider church congregation
population than before, and this has necessitated my visiting more of our lovely rural church buildings.
Many of you probably appreciate the beauty of these country churches, even if you choose not to attend services in
them. Their locations in tranquil sites, with ancient stone facades, and often a sense of timelessness, add to their
visual attraction.
However, I sometimes find that the exterior of church windows can be a little intimidating. In some lights they can
look like foreboding, bleak panels isolated in their surroundings of soft grey stone.
It is only on entering these churches that you can fully appreciate the beauty of those windows. As light enters
them from the outside, it highlights the stained-glass panels, bringing to life the colours and art of the depicted
image, only properly visible from the interior. Even in plain glass church windows, the light seems to flow in
through them, often creating soft pools of light inside.
However, it is not just the beauty of church windows that can only be properly comprehended from within. Only
inside can you fully hear renditions of the rich tradition of church music. Only by entering the building will you
realise that a warm welcome awaits you from those already there. Only by spending a little time inside can you find
an understanding of whether a particular church can offer you personally a space for reflection, comfort, or
company.
The value of these places does not lie, of course, in their visible attractiveness. It lies in their part in the worship of
God, as meeting places, and as areas for prayer and quiet. All these activities can and do take place anywhere and
everywhere. But when they occur as part of a communal action in a setting of inspiring beauty they offer an added
element.
We have a wealth of these precious spaces in our area: from the larger, historic grandeur of Lyminge or Elham, to
the small restful simplicity of Paddlesworth, or the hidden from view gems of Denton and Acrise. All these
churches offer some variations in approach to worship, but all share a desire to see more people coming in to join
them and to share with them the resources they offer.
So why not try some of them out this autumn!
Sharon
Services for SEPTEMBER
St. Mary’s:
2nd 8am Eucharist BCP 9.30am Sung Eucharist
9th 8am Eucharist BCP 9.30am Patronal Café Church
16th 8am Eucharist BCP 9.30am Sung Eucharist
23rd 8am Eucharist BCP 9.30am Harvest Service with the Methodist Church
30th 8am Eucharist BCP 10am Elham Valley Group Eucharist at Acrise
Methodist Church: Services at 9.30 a.m. unless stated
2nd - 4pm - Valley Tea Service - Rhodes Minnis
9th - Mrs Christine Slater
16th - Mr Hugh Burnham (Holy Communion)
23rd - Mr Tim James
30th - Rev’d Sam Funnell
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KNIT AND NATTER
Poppies have been pouring in from all corners of the globe and we have lost the battle of trying to count them.
However, we have started attaching them to their strings so will have a good idea of how many we have when that
is done. The next Knit and Natter is on 4th September when we hope to launch our next project.
POPPY APPEAL
If you haven’t been able to help with the knitting but would still like to contribute to the Poppies for the church
Tower in some way, we are looking for donations towards the cost of the strings and tags and guns that we are
using to attach them. Donations can be handed to Janice or Val or put in an envelope marked ‘POPPIES’ in the
chest in church.
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Elham Methodist Church hosts two prayer meetings in the Methodist Hall, open to all persons of any
denomination or none. On the first Thursday of each month at 7.30pm half to three quarters of an hour of prayers,
led by Rev Kevin Taylor and members of the church and including a cup of tea. On a Saturday morning, every
quarter, at 8am half an hour of prayer led by various Ministers followed by breakfast (cereal, toast, juice and coffee
or tea - please let David Whitethread know if you are coming, for catering numbers - 840650) at 8.30am. The next
Thursday meeting will be 6th September. The next Prayer Breakfast will be 1st September. All welcome, come
and join us.
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THE SHEPWAY SINGERS at St Martin’s, Acrise, Saturday 1st September
‘Songs for a Summer Evening’. Come and enjoy a wide variety of songs from the sacred to the humorous. Time:
7.00pm. Free entry but we would be grateful for donations towards the upkeep of the church. Refreshments will
be available.
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CHRISTIAN HEALING SERVICE FOR SURVIVORS OF ABUSE
At St. Martin’s Church, Northumberland Road, Maidstone, ME15 7LP
Saturday 1st September at 2pm. The service is open to those who have experienced any form of abuse, as well
as supporters. Refreshments will be served after the service and there will be opportunities to receive individual
prayer. For more information, contact Rev’d Canon Sarah Chapman on 01304 842847 or chaplain@the-living-
well.org.uk
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LIVING WITH LOSS – A CHRISTIAN HEALING DAY
At Seasalter Christian Centre, Faversham Road, Seasalter, CT5 4AX
Saturday 8th September 10am – 4pm
Led by Rev’d Canon Sarah Chapman. An opportunity to work through some of the losses in life; leaving a place, a
job, a relationship, and to bring the healing love of Christ to those losses. For more information, and to book,
contact Diana High 01227 262495.
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THE FRIENDS OF KENT CHURCHES RIDE AND STRIDE - Saturday 8th September
Participants plan their own routes with the assistance of a printed list of churches and chapels open on the day.
There are usually some 750 of these places of worship open, scattered right across the county, and wherever you
go you’ll be assured of a warm welcome. Don’t worry about carrying lots of food of drink as plenty is available at
the churches or lots of pubs en route! Ask your relations, friends and colleagues to sponsor you – so much per
church or chapel visited between 10am and 6pm on the day. This is recorded on a special sponsor form. 50% of
sponsorship money raised goes to the church or chapel chosen by the participant, with the other 50% going to the
Friends, who use it to help the neediest churches in the County. To register as a participant, or for further
information on the event email [email protected] or visit http://
friendsofkentchurches.co.uk/ride-and-stride. Sue and Mike Prebble from Acrise Church are taking part and will be
looking for sponsors! Acrise church will be open all that day and we would welcome any volunteers to man the
church for an hour or two.
Church Events
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D.M.B. Plastering
All aspects undertaken
Interior, Exterior, Plastering, Rendering, Coving, Ceilings, Walls, Floors
Finest quality assured, CSCS Certified
28 years experience Free estimates - Reliable service - Fully insured
Call David on 07818 607209
Need a Van? Then I’m your Man!
For all light removals, furniture, domestic items including house clearances
Avoid expensive deposits, pick-ups and drop-offs
Remove, dispose of or recycle all household items, including electrical appliances
Based in Barham Reasonable and fair rates Free estimates and quotations
Call Christian on 01227 831639/07771 728080
MIXED SEASONED LOGS FOR SALE
Large truck load still only £80 delivered Also nets of kindling £5
Call 07769 908027 / 01227 709562
SPIRAL LIFE
Counselling for Individuals and Couples
Therapeutic Voice Work, Sound Therapy Specialising in creative expression
Caroline Barnes BACP Accredited UKRCP, ICNM BRCP
01303 840859 07709 037 559
For details please see:www.lifespiral.co.uk
MICK ATTWELL
MINI DIGGER AND OPERATOR FOR HIRE
07979 881873
01303 862079
Over 40 years experience
CPCS registered
The Cosy Tearooms of Elham
Come along and see our new look!
You must check out our new hand roasted coffee, selection of fine teas, cakes/pastries and snacks. Same friendly team in place plus a few new staff
for you to chat with.
Now open Monday to Saturday 9:00 am-4:00 pm
4-6 High Street, Elham, Canterbury
CT4 6TD Telephone 01303 840344
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COLLINS RESIDENTIAL
TELEPHONE EXTENSIONS
For all your domestic telephone requirements
Broadband internal line check
18 years experience with BT
Hard wired computer points
Fault finding and cable repairs
Sky telephone extensions
Reasonable rates - quotes given over the phone
Tel: 01304 823589 Mob: 07941 038343
Email: [email protected]
THE KINGS ARMS
01303 840242 Www.thekingsarmselham.com Andy,Sarah and the team welcome you
QUIZ NIGHT last Tuesday of the month
(27 September). Please pre-book at the Bar, £2
per person, £7 with food. Up to six people per
team.
CURRY NIGHT last Friday of the month
(28 September). Fabulous authentic curries plus a
drink for £10.
OPEN MIC NIGHT first Friday of the month
(7 September). This is a great night and anything
goes, well, nearly anything!
We are now taking bookings for
Christmas. The menu will be
out mid-September.
Enjoy the rest of the Summer in
our large Beer Garden!
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R.B.W.
KENT’S WATER FEATURE SPECIALISTS AND POND BUILDING EXPERTS
Garden/Pond Design, Building and Refurbishments
Pond Cleaning/Maintenance/Maintenance Contracts
Child Safe Pond Covers
Filtration Specialists
Patios-Decking-Fencing-Brickwork-Arbours
Tel. 07563 212858
FREE ESTIMATES and CONSULTATIONS
www.reflectionbywater.com Email: [email protected]
Enjoy your leisure time, Let SuperMaids do your housework!
Weekly, fortnightly, monthly and one-off cleaning
QUALITY CLEANING WITH CARE
For a Free Quotation, Telephone 01227 277033
www.supermaids.co.uk, email :[email protected] Unit 127a, John Wilson Business Park, Thanet Way, Whitstable
HARMER & SONS LTD
GROUND MAINTENANCE LTD
R/O 23 Coach
Road, Acrise,
Folkstone
CT18 8LS
FULL
LANDSCAPE SERVICE INCLUDING
ALL TYPES OF FENCING
Landscape Gardening, Hedge Cutting,
Grass Cutting, Turfing, Border
Maintenance, Planting
FREE ESTIMATES
Tel: 01303 893414
Mobile: 07831 394372
Email: [email protected]
Member of The Institute of Groundmanship & NACC
In aid of the LORD WHISKY SANCTUARY FUND
(Registered Charity 283483)
BOOT & AUTUMN FAYRE Saturday 15th September
at Park House Animal Sanctuary
Stelling Minnis, nr Canterbury CT4 6AN
Boot Fair from 8am - cars £7.00/vans
£10.00
Entertainment from 12noon
The City of Canterbury Brass Band
Pennyroyal Clog Dancers
Lots of stalls ~ Tombola ~ Refreshments
Classic Cars Welcome
Admission by donation ~ Free parking
To find us: Take the B2068 (Stone Street),
turn at the Jet Garage. Turn left at the
next junction and the Sanctuary is on the
right.
Why not visit our Tea Rooms at Rhodes Minnis.
Open daily 10am-4pm
for delicious breakfasts, lunches and teas.
Also open Friday evenings from 6pm-9pm
For further information, ring 01303 862622
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ELHAM ANTIQUES AND ELHAM VALLEY SHEPHERDS’ HUTS Beautiful bespoke shepherds’ huts, built to last for
generations. Fully insulated, woodburner, electrics,
etc.
Also garden antiques and country furniture.
Established in Elham for over 25 years. For further
details contact
01303 840874 / 07802 618681
www.elhamvalleyshepherdhuts.com
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REPAIRS
Carried out by a
qualified Swiss watchmaker
Free estimates
Collection and delivery service
Josef 01303 862814
If you are over 60 years of age and no longer
able to get out on your own, then you are
eligible for a NHS sight test in your own home.
Please call
Elaine Edwards
BSc (Hons) MCOptom
01303 840541
to arrange an appointment
Registered with the General Optical Council (01-15421)
Member of the College of Optometrists
Member of the Association of Optometrists
HOME VISITING OPTOMETRIST Providing professional eye care
in your own home
Experienced, Established, Trusted, Registered Mobile Foot Health Practitioners
(BSc, MAFHP, MCFHP) Treating and managing common foot problems, corns, callus, verrucae, thickened nails, fungal problems, toe and finger nail management, diabetic foot assessments.
07745 532075
www.eastkentfootcare.co.uk
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SIX MILE GARAGE LTD
ACCIDENT & REPAIR CENTRE
STONE STREET, STELLING MINNIS
Tel 01227 709214/709491 Service and repairs to car and commercial vehicles
MOT – Class 7 MOT – Body Repair Centre – Car Sales – Collection and Delivery available
Forecourt Fuel and Shop Open 7 days a week
RALPH ALLARD
CHIMNEY SWEEP Brush and Vacuum
All Chimneys, Boilers & Stoves Swept
Woodburning Stoves & Fireplaces Fitted,
Chimneys Lined
Certificates Issued
HETAS & NACS Registered, Fully Insured
Member of the
National Association of Chimney Sweeps
Tel: 01303 844465 - Mob: 07813 716654
CEDAR HOME
MAINTENANCE
General Builders and Roofing Specialist
Roofing.-.PVC.-.windows/doors.-.Kitchens/Bathrooms.-.Plastering.-.Electrical- Installations - Plumbing
CALL NOW FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTATION
All Work carried out by Qualified Tradesmen (Fully insured – all areas of Kent covered)
Mobile: 07968197613 Office: 01303 230787 Email:[email protected] www.cedarhomemaintenance.co.uk
Established 1986
ANDY MANNERING FLOORING SPECIALISING IN AMTICO AND
KARNDEAN LUXURY VINYL TILES Also Safety Flooring, Rubber Flooring etc
Commercial and Domestic Work Undertaken No Job Too Small
Free Estimates and Advice Given Over 35 years experience
Fully Insured Telephone: 0797 434 7248 or 01303 863095
[email protected] Please visit my website for further
information and to view my Feedback www.andymanneringflooring.com
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JACKSON PLUMBING
Domestic plumbing & property maintenance
No job too small
Special Rates for O.A.P.s
Free estimates
Home/evening: 01303 270691
or daytime direct line to the proprietor
07773 089398 or 07864 929826
Email: [email protected]
Beauty and Holistic Salon
Massage Facials
Manicures Pedicures
Threading Reflexology
Ear Candles Body
Scrubs Waxing
Tinting Lash Lift
Gift Vouchers 01303 840931
[email protected] www.roserooms.co.uk
2 Cullings Hill, Elham, CT4 6TE
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Tuesday Hatha Yoga (All levels) Align, strengthen and de-stress. Tuesdays 18:30-20:00. £12 Elham Village Hall Moving Mamas Yoga (Age 0-4) Mum and baby yoga and meditation. Wednesdays 10:00-11:30. £10 Elham Methodist Hall Private Yoga Therapy Alignment of body, heart and mind for health and Vitality. £60
www.alexhanly.com 07868842219 [email protected]
This past month we have been celebrating the
fantastic work our volunteers do. Did you know
that over 50 people regularly get involved and
support Age UK Hythe and Lyminge as
volunteers? Do you have some free time? It is
easy to get involved, just contact
[email protected] for more information.
We are always looking for ways to introduce
people to our services. If you hold a regular
group, or coffee morning and would like us to
attend to tell you more about our groups and
services then please contact Hayley at the centre
who would be happy to help.
Call us to find out about our friendly flexible services on
01303269602
Jeff ’s Computer Services
PC and electronic equipment setup, software
installation, upgrades, repairs, computer
problems, website building and hosting
packages (please take a look at
www.jeffrmartin.co.uk), Tuition and general
enquires or technical advice.
£20 per hour
For a friendly and local service please call Jeff on:
01303 840838/07761299895 or email
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JAZZ AT THE GEORGE
EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT AT 8.15PM ADMISSION FREE
REAL ALES, GOOD FOOD AVAILABLE (see Trip Advisor Reviews)
from 6pm – best to book in advance 01227 709170
THE GEORGE STONE STREET CT4 6DF JUST PAST SIX MILE GARAGE
TOWARDS CANTERBURY
SUPPLY, INSTALL, REPAIRS, DIY ADVICE
01227 830179
CHRIS SHEATHER 5 WHITELOCKS CLOSE KINGSTON NR CANTERBURY KENT CT4 6JG
Elham Dog Training Club and Coul-Pups Pet Care Service
Full, all-round dog training and pet care services
Dog Training classes at Elham Village Hall accept puppies from 12 weeks old
1-2-1 home based puppy training and education available from BEFORE you
even get your puppy, in the comfort of your home and continuing for the 1st 4 weeks of your new bundle of joy coming home!
Other pet care, dog walking and holiday cover available as part of the Pet Care
Service
Contact us or email us for more information:
Lyn Fagg 01303 862820 or Sue Coulstock 01303 488797
[email protected] [email protected]
1st Thursday of month
The Stour Valley Jazz Band (Dixieland Jazz) 2
nd Thursday
The Vocalion Jazz Band (New Orleans Jazz) 3
rd Thursday
Anything Goes (30s 40s 50s Jazz and Swing) 4
th Thursday
The Roaring Twenties Orchestra ( The Charleston etc) 5
th Thursday (when there is one)
The Temple Jazz Band (New Orleans Jazz)
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Park House Sanctuary Boarding Kennels and Cattery
Park House, Stelling Minnis
Brick-built Heated Kennels Daily Walks – Reasonable Rates
All dogs and cats must be fully inoculated Heated Cat Chalets in Quiet Area
To book, or for further information, call us on 01303 862622
or email [email protected]
www.lordwhisky.co.uk
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Garden Design ● Regular lawn mowing service General garden work undertaken
Animal Enclosures ● Fencing & Decking Winter pruning and hedge cutting
Ponds cleared ● Fully Insured
For free quotation please ring Geoffrey Hogben Telephone 01303 844680
Mobile 07866091633
KCC Registered
www.freshlookgardens.info
FAMILY HISTORY Interested in your ancestry?
Lacking the time or expertise to research it
yourself?
Then give me a call, or email me, to arrange a free,
no obligation, initial chat.
Research is undertaken at very affordable rates to
suit your pocket.
Clive Stanyon 01303 840820/07771 922192 [email protected]
KW CONSTRUCTION PLASTERING & RENDERING SPECIALIST
ALL GENERAL BUILDING WORK UNDERTAKEN
30+ years experience, competitive rates,
a fully insured, prompt and reliable high quality local builder
Kenny 01303 862653/07743 488361
www.kwconstruction.co.uk
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CN ELECTRICAL DOMESTIC & RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICIAN New sockets, Fault finding, Rewires, Lighting, Consumer units and much more. Mob: 07826 505671 – Contact Chris www.cnelectrical .co.uk [email protected]
Tony Wells Your local professional
mole catcher
Cost-effective traditional mole control
Free Survey No call-out fee Fully Insured
01304 611090 / 07518 949587
Member of the Association of Professional Mole Catchers
BARKING BEAUTIES 01303 840456 / 07866 463660 Unit 11, Barham Business Park Valley Road, Barham CT4 6DQ
Fully qualified City & Guilds grooming: Bathing, drying, nail clipping. De-matting. Hand stripping and de-shedding. Fully qualified City & Guilds Master Diploma and K9 First Aid qualified. £16 for simple wash and blow dry. www.affinityandbarkingbeauties.co.uk Find us on Facebook under Affinity Barking Beauties
ASHE ALARMS LTD
NACOSS GOLD APPROVED
Intruder alarms – takeover of existing systems
Redcare monitoring
Electronic gates
Fire alarms Access control
CCTV
Mark:01303 872821
Email: [email protected]
www.ashealarms.co.uk
Providing private community respiratory physiotherapy,
general physiotherapy and rehabilitation to East Kent
T: 07904482097
W: www.respiratoryrehab.co.uk
Kris Bahadur. Chartered Physiotherapist
MSc Physiotherapy, BSc (Hons), MCSP, SRP
SARAH de ROUGEMONT UPHOLSTERY
UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE AND RENOVATION
(All Commissions considered)
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ST MARY’S CHURCH HALL
For parties, for the smaller function
and for Meetings
£10.00 for Mornings and Afternoons
£12.00 for Evenings and Saturdays
Use of Kitchen included
Bookings: Mrs Pat Holmes
01303 840647
HAWKINGE AND ELHAM VALLEY PRACTICE
Surgery Times Appointments are available for the day on which you telephone. We also offer pre-bookable appointments. Appointments can be made by telephoning either Elham or Hawkinge. You are welcome to attend at either of the locations. Telephone lines are open from 08.00 to 18.30. If you require a home visit, please ‘phone before 10.00am
Hawkinge 0
Elham
MON 08.30 - 18.30 08.30 - 13.00
TUE 08.30 - 18.30 08.30 - 13.00
WED 08.30 - 18.30 08.30 - 13.00
THU 08.30 - 18.30 08.30 - 13.00
FRI 08.30 - 18.30 08.30 - 13.00
SATURDAY prebooked GP appointments 08.30—13.30 Email:[email protected] Please check that you actually need to see a doctor as there are many occasions when it may be more appropriate to see the Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurse or District Nurse.
In a medical emergency out of surgery hours, please telephone NHS111 by dialling 111
Sterry’s of Hythe
________________________________________
“Caring for those you care for”
Independent Funeral Director
Traditional and Eco funerals
Choice of pre-paid funeral plans
Always here for you
24 hour service
01303 264400
41 High Street, Hythe CT21 5AD
(opposite Lloyds TSB)
www.sterrysofhythe.co.uk
The Lord Whisky Sanctuary Fund
Registered Charity No: 283483
The Lord Whisky Tea Rooms Rhodes Minnis CT4 6XY
(turn at Six Mile Garage on the B2068)
Open daily from 10am-4pm
for breakfasts, lunches, teas and snacks
Fish & Chip Supper
every Friday evening from 6pm to 9pm
(orders also taken from our normal menu)
We will also open at times to suit you for Birthday Parties,
Wakes, Business Meetings, Club Meetings, Seminars etc.
We can also cater for outside events either by providing the
food or service.
Contact us on 01303 862349/862622
or email us at [email protected]
www.lordwhisky.co.uk
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ELHAM VILLAGE HALL PERSONNEL
President: Gerry Newman
Vice President: Mike Ridley
Secretary and Treasurer: Tony Rossi
Registered Office: Brogdale, High St, Elham, CT4 6TB
EDITORS AND ADVERTISING
Laura Benson 01303 840682
The Well House, St Marys Rd, CT4 6TH
Ros Humphreys 01303 840941
Oxenden Cottage, The Row, CT4 6UN
Distribution:
Pauline and Barry Flanagan 01303 840007
Newsletter copy required by 9am on the 15th of
the month to the Editor by email, post or by
hand to the Elham Village Hall bag (no cash
payments) at the King’s Arms.
Opinions expressed in this Newsletter are not
necessarily those of the Elham Village Hall Association.
Whilst every care is taken in gathering and presenting
the information, no responsibility is accepted for any
errors or omissions nor consequential loss or liability.
Elham Website: www.visitelham.co.uk
EVHA Website: wwwelhamvillagehall.co.uk
Advertising rates
WHO’S WHO ELHAM PARISH COUNCIL [email protected] www.elhampc.kentparishes.gov.uk
Members:
Chairman Geoff Clements 01303 840255
Stuart Peall 07956 110887
Ken Percival 01303 840872
Colin Johnson 01303 840538
Kevin Lamb 01303 840215
Vice Chair Brian Swan 01303 840006
Jon Worrall 01303 840622
SHEPWAY DISTRICT COUNCILLORS
Stuart Peall 07956 110887
David Godfrey 07584 304301
Phillip Martin 07968 406702
KENT COUNTY COUNCILLOR
Susan Carey 01303 670561
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT
Damian Collins 01303 253524
WHAT’S WHERE DOCTORS
The Elham Surgery, Old Road 01303 840213
The Hawkinge Health Centre 01303 232300
74 Canterbury Road, Hawkinge
HOSPITALS
William Harvey, Ashford 01233 633331
Kent & Canterbury, Canterbury 01227 766877
PHARMACY
21 Station Road, Lyminge 01303 862425
SCHOOL
Elham CE Primary School 01303 840325
Vicarage Lane
LIBRARY
Mobile Library fortnightly in Elham outside Rose &
Crown - Fridays at 12.35-13.05
VETERINARY
Bourne Vets, Bekesbourne 01227 832322
Manor Vets, Folkestone 01303 273203
Hawkinge Vets, Hawkinge 01303 764190
ELHAM SPORTS CLUB 01303 840485
ELHAM CHURCHES www.elhamchurches.com
St Mary The Virgin, Church of England
Vicar: Jane Weeks 01303 840219
Wardens: Peter Swain and 01303 840408
Graham Ernest-Jones 01303 840645
Methodist Church, High Street
Minister: Rev Kevin Taylor 01303 261500
ELHAM VILLAGE HALL 01303 840128
TAXI SERVICE 01303 840974
07515 797591
COUNCIL COMMUNITY
WARDEN 07977 982185
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SNIPPERS and
CLIPPERS
Barbers
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5.30pm
Wednesday CLOSED
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 3pm
Earlier or later cutting on request
01303 647333
4 Station Rd, Lyminge, CT18 8HP
Free Parking Opposite, WIFI, Loyalty Scheme
ELHAM VALLEY STORES Open Monday-Sunday 7am-7pm
(also open Bank Holidays)
We provide:
Newspapers and Magazines
Fresh Ark Bakery Bread and Rolls
Local Simply Ice Cream
Morning Goods
Fresh Fruit and Vegetables
Groceries and Confectionery
Health and Beauty Products
Off Licence and Tobacco
A Cash Machine
We accept all major cards.
PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOP
01303 840080
1 Cullings Hill, Elham CT4 6TE
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Lavender House, High Street, Elham CT4 6TB
T: 01303 840577 E: [email protected]
W: www.bournephysio.co.uk
Professional Physiotherapy for multiple conditions and Sports Injuries
Julie Perkins, Chartered Physiotherapist
MSc, BSc (Hons), BA (Hons), MCSP, MPF, MSOM
HCPC registered
ETCHINGHILL GOLF
Canterbury Road, Etchinghill, Folkestone
A fantastic golf course and clubhouse in the Village of Etchinghill. Open to the public for breakfast, lunch and
afternoon tea. Perfect for weddings, private parties, christenings and wakes. Every Sunday open for lunch in either
our panoramic restaurant or our conservatory,
All through April until the end of August we will be running our ever popular fish and chip night alongside our new
pizza menu - best to book!
School Run breakfast offer - between 9am-10am quote School Run when paying and get 10% off all breakfast
dishes. We are delighted to have achieved a fantastic score of 5 in our recent hygiene rating. Follow us on Facebook
Etchinghill Golf - Further details on etchinghill golf or catering: Email - [email protected] or telephone - 01303 862929
An independently owned veterinary surgery for all types of small animals. Separate waiting, consultation and recovery rooms for cats, small pets and dogs.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 08:00-19:00
Saturday 08:30-13:00 24hour emergency service
Hawkinge Veterinary Surgery 9b Defiant Close Hawkinge CT18 7SU
TEL: 01303 764190
www.hawkingevetsurgery.co.uk email [email protected] You’ll find us opposite Lidl supermarket