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In this edition:

The Dolls House Hythe - Have you explored it yet?What’s On in our area in February and MarchLocal Poetry by Irene Finch

New Year 2013 - Edition 1 of 6Delivered FREE to:all homes and businesses in CT21. Total distribution 9,000.

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Dear Neighbours,

Welcome to the latest edition of the Hythe Handbook; and we hope 2013 is proving to be a good year for you so far…We’d like to thank Irene Finch, a local Hythe resident, for the fantastic poem she has kindly provided for us for this edition of The Hythe Handbook. Describing our local high street, we really enjoyed it, and particularly the way you could picture yourself within our lovely high street in Hythe as you read it.

On the subject of the high street, we’re pleased to feature The Dolls House, which is in the centre of Hythe High Street, as our front cover image. If you’ve not had a chance to visit yet, please do. It’s a great building, full of treasures and stalls to browse through over 3 floors. They also have the most delicious sandwiches from The Good Food Brothers, as well as

the exquisite coffee shop. Have a look at the feature on pages 10 and 11, and do pop in!

Please remember to let us know what you have planned in 2013. You can submit details of any local events you’re involved in at www.eastkenthandbooks.com, read the latest news, and book adverts all via the site.

We hope you continue to enjoy the handbook. As ever, as our local community magazine, we are always delighted to hear of local positive news and events that we can help you to spread the word about.

Please do continue to get in touch with any thoughts, comments or ideas for the coming editions.

With kindest regards,

TuijaTuija Foster, Editor

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Contents

Visit The Dolls House 10 - 11

Crossword 16

What’s On in 21 - 23

February & March

Local Clubs 30 - 33

& Societies

Useful Numbers 42


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Emily Sharp Pianist & Piano TutorEmily Sharp’s love of the Piano began at the young age of 5 and after years of study began teaching Piano at the tender age of 13.Since then, Emily has honed her skills over the years to give students every ounce of attention they deserve during their time with her and strives to create a fun yet productive learning environment for all of her students. Regardless of age or ability, each student benefits from one-to-one tuition and lessons are tailor-made to suit the particular needs and wishes the student has. Boasting a 100% pass-rate for examination results since 1993, students are

encouraged to set themselves achievable targets whilst at the same time discovering a love for the instrument. “Music should be fun” would perhaps be her mantra. In 2009, Emily decided to expand her musicianship into the realms of “Portable Pianist” playing for Weddings, parties, functions and events. Word quickly spread and since that time Emily has performed at a variety of venues including restaurants and bars. Emily prides herself on her levels of perfection so no song is unplayable! Brides (and grooms) are welcome to ask for all sorts and if it can’t be found, it will be arranged by Emily for that special day. Bookings can be for playing simply during the ceremony but she is perhaps better

utilised during dinner where guests will be serenaded to all the very best in background entertainment ranging from The Ink Spots to Sinatra, and Billy Joel to Emelie Sande.

For more details on Emily Sharp, please visit her website at: www.esharppianist.co.uk

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HYTHE’s ALIVE

High Streets are such wonderful placesWhere one can walk safely among smiling faces.Antiques, hardware, and exclusive leather goodsCan be found alongside solicitors, cafes, fruits and home grown spuds. A young girl stands on the corner singing, Whilst up the road a band with happy tunes are bringing. The Jewellers proudly present their sparklers on display. What a shame! The next door owner has sadly gone away.

What keeps you looking for hours and hours?Yes! Smart boutiques, bric-a-brac and the smell of gorgeous flowers.The accountants, butcher, baker and fish and chip shop too, Combine with arts, books and cards, all waiting for you.The dentist, optician, and chemist prescriptionBeautician, Podiatrist and hairdresser will snip and shape to your description. The auction rooms, post office and busy banks,Mixed in with up-to-date fashions, wooley balls and colourful hats.

A local man in brown leather hatComes down the High Street slowly, on horse he’s sat.Owl’s from the Sanctuary have come to visit

Not far from the shop that can sell you Cameras, TV’s, and all things with it. The furniture rooms have sofas, beds and chairs. Just cross the road and you will find, and excellent supply of kitchen wares. After a long day midst leisurely hubWhat could be better than a quiet sip of wine or beer in a cosy little pub?

There are toys and sweetmeats in abundant supplyA variety of bikes, homes to let, and key cutting to comply.The Music shop has concert tickets on saleLook now! Several new stores have opened their services, ready to avail.The Draper and Charity shops will always surviveNewsagents, restaurants and coffee bars help keep our lovely place alive.

Have you noticed the roads so clean? Because we have a proud sweeper who has every reason to preen. Two-by-two, the smart bobbies play their parts. They hold the peace and security “Thank you” from the bottom of our heart. Visitors and regular shoppers do have one inclination:To save our high street for the next generation.

Written by Irene Finch, 2013

Hythe - Our High Street

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Whitnall’s Rental ServicesWhy Buy? Why Not Rent? Technology is changing quickly

New and more advanced equipment is coming on line each year. Would it not be a good idea to upgrade when you feel like it?

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HYTHE’s ALIVE

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Do you own or work for a business in Hythe or the surrounding area?

Have you considered joining the Hythe Chamber of Commerce and Tourism?Run completely by volunteers who want to see Hythe continue to be the great place that it is, the Hythe Chamber of Commerce and Tourism welcome new members.If you would like further details, please do get in touch for a no-obligation chat.

Aims & PurposeThe Chamber has two main functions: to attract short break, leisure and shopping visitors to Hythe from across the county

and farther afield; to increase footfall by residents and visitors at shops, restaurants, places of interest and attractions.

What was achieved in 2012 by the Hythe Chamber?•Produced 50,000 copies

of the Hythe Visitor Guide which was distributed to Tourist Information Centres throughout Kent, near Europe and the Home Counties. This was promoted in guest houses, hotels, and public houses. Only members are listed in the guide and only members are permitted to advertise. In the Guide there are “Where to stay” and “Where to Eat” guides which again only lists members.

•Organised and arranged funding for all the new festive lighting for the town - some 14 large trees and 110 smaller Christmas trees.

•Arranged all high street entertainment throughout the year including the popular and very well attended Late Night Shopping Event in early December.

•Arranged free parking for shoppers during the period of the gas-pipe works.

•Continued to keep members updated with what’s happening in the high street, and all the latest council news that affects the high street.

Telephone: 01303 211341 Email: [email protected]

Hythe Chamber of Commerce and Tourism

At Cornerways Residential Home

DAYCARE

Come and spend the day with usOur aim is to offer our clients the opportunity to enjoy an extended social life through new companionships with both

staff and fellow users, who may have similar interests.

For more information, ring Joyce Nay (Manager)

Phone: 01303 268737Email: [email protected]

We Can Offer• Breakfast, Lunch and Tea • Refreshments throughout the day

• Entertainment • Bath & Shower if required• Hairdresser and Chiropodist (at extra cost)


PTFA Indoor Boot FairHythe Bay Church of England School Hall

Saturday 9th February 201310.00am to 12.00pm

Entrance 50p per adult

PTFA Quiz Night Hythe Bay Church of England School Hall

Friday 1st March 20137.30pm

£3.00 per person, teams of up to sixBring your own drinks and nibbles

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COOPER’SWINDOW CLEANING SERVICE

Tel: 07739 420220 or 01303 238248

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• Domestic & Commercial •• High Reach Pure Water System •

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LatinociseDance yourself fit and have fun Latin style!

Seabrook Church - Tuesday 6pm.Phone or email for class details.

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HYTHE’s ALIVE

We asked local resident Hannah O’Donnell for her view, having recently visited The Dolls House, Hythe for the first time, and we think her reviews sums it up perfectly!

“Whether you’re a lady of leisure or a cosmopolitan countess, you will find something of intrigue at The Doll’s House.

You’re welcomed by the warm smell of cake, bread and coffee from The Good Food Bros sandwich stall but if you’d rather work up an appetite first, The Doll’s House stalls take you on a colourful tour on three floors of creative wonders; such as handmade cards and jewellery, home accessories and antiques so that you will find something

decorative for the person and the home. There’s also space for children so feel free to bring your bundle of joy along for a nice time too.

On the mezzanine floor lives a small cave of books, which coincidentally is my favourite stall. A gold star if you can guess why.

Whenever I visit it I find it difficult to walk away from all things shiny, soft and smelling delicious but I must, so I can get back to my computer and write how wonderful The Doll’s House is, to coax you into going yourself. As a creative person myself, you’ll find me there too, taking in the bright colours, warm atmosphere and sharing a tea with the friendly stall holders.”

TeneleventwelveAn appreciation for good design and manufacture, and a hatred of waste has led Jean to work with ideas to promote the use of pre-existing materials.

The launch of teneleventwelve on 10th November 2012 is her quest to encourage less waste, good manufacture and a more pleasurable retail experience.

Jean has a great appreciation for vintage and also stocks a selection of designer, new and nearly-new pieces. As well as a dress agency service, you can also find beautiful handmade jewellery using remnants of vintage and contemporary Liberty silks and cottons, and a small section for gentlemen. This year Jean will be working on her own designs and continuing to promote other designer-makers’ work. Pop in and browse.

Brenda’s BooksBrenda Books offers a wide range of quality used books including art, craft and food books together with a selection of new books by local authors.

The shop has the air of an old fashioned cosy second hand bookshop rarely found on High Streets (unless you are in Hay on Wye!)

Local bibliophiles may recognise the shop in

The Dolls House

With so much going on, we introduce you to a range of the stalls within The Dolls House; based on the ground floor, upstairs, and in the lower ground floor/ basement. Do have a good look around when you visit!


HYTHE’s ALIVEthe Doll’s House as it complements the wider and more eclectic selection available from Brenda in the Malthouse at the bottom of the High Street on Fridays and Saturdays.

Brenda also buys books, offers a book finding service and will order new books at recommended retail price with optional free delivery. Brenda Books can be found half way up the stairs at the back of the shop. Just follow the arrows on the floor.

Bespoke D’SignsSituated on the lower ground floor of the Doll’s House in Hythe, Bespoke D’ Signs caters for all your sewing needs, from replacing that broken zip, to clothing and curtain alterations and made to measure garments, all at competitive prices.

Specialising in wedding and other special occasion attire, Dance and Theatrical costumes including professional Tu-Tus etc.. Other services include made to measure curtains and soft furnishings, as well as limited edition, bespoke bags, to compliment your special outfit.

Why not call in and have a chat about your special occasion, perhaps have something designed for you? Or for those repairs and alterations you’ve been meaning to have done?

A call out service is available for collections, fittings and measurements within the Folkestone and Hythe

area or as far as Dover for made to measure orders.

Pop in and visit at The Dolls House, or telephone: 07827 873601www.bagsbydsign.co.uk

Shoreline VintageNow based at The Dolls House, Hythe, Shoreline Vintage is owned and run by mother and daughter, Lisa and Ella.

We use the Shabby Chic and French Style as our inspiration.

Our main aim is to provide clients with a range of unique furniture; we have a relaxed friendly business and are always keen to help clients find specialist pieces. We can also source a piece you have in mind and finish it to your specifications, maybe a chest of drawers or side table?

We use our eye for design and artistic flair to reinvent furniture giving old pieces a new lease of life transforming them into true vintage must haves, we also offer a Bespoke Service where we can transform your existing furniture for you, please ask for details…

Our pieces are unique and every item is different providing you with some very distinctive and beautiful finds – it’s an eclectic mix of Old meets New!

Come and browse our shop at The Dolls House or contact us on 077650 68449 email: [email protected]

Good Food Brothers – Bespoke Artisan SandwichesFinest quality handmade fillings and the best local bread are combined in the hope of making award winning sandwiches. Use of the very best, local ingredients is the thinking behind ‘probably’ the best sandwich bar in Hythe…

The brainchild of award winning “Taste of Kent” chef Simon Whaley. His Confit Belly of Pork with Caramelised Apple is a revelation. Feedback since locating to The Dolls House has been incredible, with everyone cheerfully pledging to return. Simon comments “If you are going to make sandwiches, make sure they are the best sandwiches you can possibly make! All of our bread is local, and our fillings are homemade from the best produce the Garden of England has to offer. We are very passionate about food from our area.”

The Good Food Brothers are at The Dolls House daily, between 11.30am and 3pm.


Hythe Dental Care1 East Street, Hythe, Kent CT21 5ND

Dr. Andrew V. H. Hong BDS (Rand) GDC No. 64550Ms. Elisabeth Van Der Leij BChD (Stell) GDC No. 56286

Treating People, Not Just Mouths

Private And DenplanNew Patients Welcome, Nervous Or Not

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• Hygienist Services Available• Digital X-Rays• Full Range Of Dental Services

Want a WOW Bedroom or Home Office?

T. 0845 6000 234 or 01303 812343M. 07812 859278 E. [email protected]

WOWInterior Design are specialists in creating space needed for every day living.

Your local furniture fitter.

We can offer a complete fitted furniture option for bed and dressing room. Over 20 colour options and wardrobe styles ranging from traditional

to contemporary. Interiors customised to your storage needs.

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Serving The Community

Frame styles that are a little different

NHS and Children welcome

125 High Street, Hythe CT21 5JJ

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Optique Eyewear O p t i c i a n & C o n t a c t L e n s C e n t r e

Free Sight Test (with any spectacle purchase)

Or ½ Price Sight Test (No purchase necessary)

For full terms and conditions, please ask in practice. Valid till 01/04/2013,

Shop! Beautiful fabrics & haberdashery, quilting supplies, kits & handmade items.

Get Creative! One-off workshops & classes for all abilities; freehand machine embroidery, patchwork, quilting, beginner sewing,

children’s sewing lessons age 8+, knitting, crochet, embroidery & felt-making.

Be Social! Evening & weekend social sewing sessions or machine hire by the hour.

Get in touch! 01303 261329 www.thesewingspace.co.uk

Visit! 86 Hythe High Street, Hythe, Kent CT21 5AJ - ‘Mama Said Sew’


HYTHE’s ALIVE

Personally managed by husband and wife team Nicki and Darragh Cartmill, Hythe Brasserie offers classical cuisine with a contemporary twist.

Simple, warm decor creates an intimate ambiance and is complemented by first class service without fuss to create a great dining experience.

Fresh, Fun, a little Different

Autumn and Winter Opening: Lunch: Tues-Sat 12-2pm. Dinner: Tues-Sat 6.30-9pm.The Hythe Brasserie, Douglas Avenue, Hythe, Kent CT21 5JT Tel: 01303 267912 Email: [email protected]

Welcome to Hythe Brasserie…

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Method1. Put all the marinade ingredients in a small blender or pestle and mortar and mix to a rough paste.2. Place the shanks in a deep roasting tin, smother in the paste, cover and leave for 2 hours.3. Pre heat the oven to 180 celsius or gas mark 7.4. Keep the shanks covered and roast for 1 ½ hours.5. Uncover shanks and roast for a further ½ hour.6. Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes and to serve simply.7. Place the shanks in bowls and add some of the rich roasting juice.

Delicious with buttery mashed potatoes and some dark greens.Chef’s tip: No need to add any salt to the marinade

as the anchovies provide the salt content.

Ingredients:• 4 Lamb shanks

For the marinade:• 2 cloves Garlic

• Handful of fresh Rosemary

• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil

• 1 Tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar

• 4 anchovy fillets (the salty ones from a jar or tin)

Roman Roasted Lamb Shank by Hythe Brasserie

Serves 4

This recipe is simple to prepare and great for dinner parties because once the marinating is done, just leave the shanks in the oven and serve when you’re ready.

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Seasonal Recipe


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convincing (6)10. Apron info a rep used (8)12. Former rung that’s

praised (8)13. First German

weapon, look (6)15. Loose grains found in

odds and ends (4)16. Alien to form a

protective cover (7)20. Propeller on a boat, a

Roman’s invention (7)21. Containers turned to

break suddenly (4)25. Failed turning far

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a builder? (3-2,3)29. Hot stuff sounding cold! (6)30. Tenant of a topless

leader (8)31. Dull room for an author (6)

Down1. Ace reeds bent or cut (8)2. At origin making pasta (8)

3. A wicked light-source! (6)5. Eye part, a part of

Sir Isaac? (4)6. Panic Hal into

becoming a padre (8)7. Sum provided by a rise (6)8. I go to Leeds to

find this fuel (6)11. Sadness about a code? (7)14. Angered in some way (7)17. Page doll turned

and ran (8)

18. Dateline somehow involved (8)

19. Greek sheep in a compound (8)

22. Prevent the progress of a picnic basket? (6)

23. A US hit about interruption (6)

24. Herb to brew for trouble (6)

27. Either way it’s midday (4)

Cryptic Crossword Solution on page 46

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Dr SynsGallery, Coffee Bar & Bakery

WE ALSO DELIVER FRESH BREAD IN THE HYTHE AREA!

Mon - Sat: 8am - 6pm Sun: 10am - 3pm

Situated in Red Lion Square, Hythe.Come in to view the work of The Legend of Dr Syn by Terry Anthony, and enjoy a refreshing visit to our Coffee Bar and Bakery where there's always a warm welcome.


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Lyminge Country Store

supplying individual bottles or

cases of wineand champagne

Kent Productsfor

Kent People01303 720034

www.lymingecountrystore.co.uk

Fresh Bread & Pastries

Place your Free Range

Kent wines & champagnes

meat order with us in-store daily

On behalf of ownerLyle Arnold and her colleagues Adam & Katherine Price

we would like to welcome you to The Clinic in Lyminge, where we will aim to provide first-class patient treatments.

Call 01303 863359 for appointmentsfor either Podiatry or Osteopathy

TThe Clinic is situated in the centre of the busy historic village of Lyminge, making it easily accessible from the nearby city of

Canterbury, the towns of Folkestone and Ashford, and all surrounding areas. Free parking is available in the Shepway

car park opposite.

Pendragon House, 4 Station Road, Lyminge. CT18 8HP

www.thecliniclyminge.co.uk01303 863359


Red Dragon I.T. Ltd. 2 Station Road, Lyminge, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 8HP

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Website & Database Specialists

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Equine Food and SupplementsWild and Domestic Bird Seed and FeedersSmall Animal Supplies and Accessories

Dog and Cat Food and LittersSheep, Goat and Chicken Feeds and Supplements

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When I’m Gone

Poetry Corner by Joe Thomas (Sandgate Writers)

Joe Thomas, Sandgate Writers. Tel: 01303 489736 Email: [email protected]

‘Darling.’ I said to my wife Jane.

‘When I’m gone, will you marry again?’

She replied ‘I’d give it some thought-

you’ve said yourself life is too short.’

‘Regarding your new husband pet,

will he live here in our maisonette?’’

‘It makes sense to stay here I guess-

so the answer to that is probably yes.’

‘And what about our new waterbed?

Will he be sleeping on that?’ I said.

Jane replied. ‘Of course my dear -

don’t forget you wont be here.’

‘So he’ll have my wife, my flat, and my bed.

Will he be using my golf clubs?’ I said.

‘Oh no!’ she replied. ‘He’s left handed Jim,

your golf clubs will be of no use to him.’

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What’s On

Sunday 2nd February

Folkestone United Reformed Church

Coffee Concert: The Bill Barnacle/Jimmy Tagford Jazz Band

Admission £5 at the door (children free)

Tuesday 5th February

Capel-le-Ferne Farmers Market

10.00am-12.30pm. Award winning Farmers Market selling local produce - all the essentials and much more - an average of 20 stalls every week. Refreshments & Disabled Access.

For more information email: [email protected] or Tel: 01303 245399. Village Hall, Lancaster Avenue, Capel-le-Ferne, Folkestone CT18 7LX

Hythe Film Society

“MY WEEK WITH MARILYN”

2011, 99 mins, Dir: Simon Curtis starts 7.00pm

Stars: Michelle Williams, Eddie Redmayne, Kenneth Branagh, Dame Judi Dench, Emma Watson.

Featuring an award-winning all-star cast and based on the diaries of Colin Clark, the film captures a love affair with the world’s most famous woman, Marilyn Monroe.

Saturday 9th Febraury


A day celebrating the life and work of Samuel Plimsoll

3.00pm A service in St. Martin’s, Horn Street where Samuel Plimsoll is buried.

7.30pm Under the Chairmanship of Mr Roger Joyce, a Victorian Music Hall given in honour of S.Plimsoll Esq. in Folkestone United Reformed Church (the former Radnor Park Congregational Church where Samuel Plimsoll worshipped at the end of his life.) Admission to the entertainment is free, with a Retiring Collection to be shared between the RNLI and the Kent Merchant Navy Association









Saturday 23rd Febraury

Table Top Sale at Lympne Village Hall

Pre-booked tables £6.00 or £8.00 on the day. To book a table please phone 07975 584608. Refreshments provided by the Village Hall Committee. Ample Free Parking. Come early to avoid disappointment. Starts 11.00am Registered Charity No. 277548

Cheriton Artland: Light Festival at Folkestone

Over two nights on 23rd and 24th February the south east Kent town of Cheriton will become the must see destination, where a programme of new artworks will be displayed in the centre of the town for everyone to experience and enjoy. International artists will be working with Strange Cargo to deliver this event, including Ross Ashton, Tine Bech, Andrew Baldwin and Greg Stobbs to name just a few.

Sunday 24th February

Indoor Boot Fair at Capel-Le-Ferne Village Hall

Large variety of stalls. Refreshments - Disabled Access Entry by donation to village hall funds. Starts 8.00am

Telephone: 01303 259120. Visit our website for further information www.capel-ferne.org or email capelfarmers [email protected]






What’s On (cont...)

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Monday 28th February

Folkestone Decorative & Fine Arts Society (FDAFS)

“The Genius of Robert Adam” by Janusz Karczewski-Slowikowski. This lecture will examine neo- classical furniture in the context of the grand houses and rooms for which it was intended, focussing on the interpretation of Adam’s designs by celebrated cabinet makers in order to create a “charming harmony” with his interiors. Meetings are held at The Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe. Visitors are welcome at £5, refundable on joining.

Info at email: [email protected] Tel: 01303 239530 Website:www.nadfaskentarea.org.uk

Saturday 2nd March


Rehearsal 10am - 4.30pm Concert at 7.30pmCome and sing in the Chorus, or listen to, a concert performance of Gilbert & Sullivan’s “Princess Ida”Singers need to enrol beforehand; Audience £8 at the door (Children £1)Chalkfoot Theatre presents: The Prisoner of Zenda at the Tower TheatreChalkfoot’s spring tour is an adaptation of the world-famous novel by Anthony Hope, first published in 1894. Chalkfoot audiences can expect the usual thrilling ensemble performance with a strong element of tongue-in-cheek fun. Tickets £9. Starts 7.30pmTuesday 5th March




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“THE THIRD MAN”1949. 104 mins.Dir: Carol Reed.Stars: Orson Wells, Joseph Cotten, Alida Valli, Trevor Howard. Starts 7.00pm

Pulp novelist Holly Martins travels to shadowy, postwar Vienna, only to find himself investigating the mysterious death of an old friend, black-market opportunist Harry Lime.

Tuesday 12th March


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Tuesday 19th March


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Hythe Bay Church of England School Hall Entrance 50p per adult.

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PTFA Quiz Night 7.30pm

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Arthritis Aware A friendly support and social group for people with arthritis which meets on 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month from 10am to 12pm in the United Reformed Church, Hythe.

01303 266673

Art & Creative ClassesInformal classes for the arts, yoga and theatre in Marine Walk Street, Hythe.

www.whitehorsestudio.co.uk [email protected] 01303 239625 / 01303 812242

Badminton

Castle Badminton Club meets on a Tuesday evening between 8pm and 10pm at Saltwood Village Hall.

01303 237968 (John Dennis)

Bell RingersBell ringers needed, full training given.

01303 230433 (Cleo)

Capel Farmers Market 10am to 12.30pm every Tuesday in Capel-le-Ferne Village Hall.

07899 082356 ww.capel-le-ferne.org

Cats’ ProtectionFolkestone and Hythe branch are seeking volunteers at their charity shop at 139a, Hythe High Street. Please call the duty manager.

01303 238661

We are also seeking fosterers for our cats and kittens. If you can help, please do ring.

01303 237744 (Lin)

Citizens Advice BureauThe Citizens Advice Service provides advice on your rights and responsibilities. The service is free, independent, confidential and impartial. Full details of opening times can be found on our website or at the drop-in centre at Hythe Bay Children’s Centre. Shepway CAB is a charity.

www.shepwaycab.co.uk Adviceline: 0844 499 4118

Classic Bike Night Every Tuesday evening, 7.30pm at The Drum Inn, Stanford nr Hythe.

01303 812125

Elham Valley Twinning Association (EVTA)Did you know that villages in the Elham Valley are twinned with six villages in the famous wine-growing Beaujolais region in south-eastern France? EVTA members enjoy annual exchange visits with our French twins, alternating between the two countries. In addition, there is a lively social programme of events throughout the year, usually with a French flavour. Visit us at www.evta.org.uk for more details or call 01303 840367Exercise through Movement and Dance ClassesMonday evenings, 7.15pm – 8.15pm, at Salvation Army Hall, Hythe. £3 per night.01303 892946Folkestone and District Family History SocietyFirst Thursday of the month, 7pm, at Radnor Park Community Centre, Folkestone. www.folkfhs.org.uk, Contact: The Chairman Alan F. Taylor on 01303 252567.Folkestone Big Band Appreciation Society Meet every 3rd Wednesday of the Month from 2 to 4 pm. A warm welcome awaits like-minded enthusiasts.Contact Tony Pettitt (Sec.) on 07798 773590 for further information.Folkestone Camera ClubEvery Monday from September – May. 7.30pm. www.folkestonecameraclub.co.uk [email protected] Tel: 01303 245399 (Jenny Barraclough) Folkestone Choral SocietyWould you like to sing? We exist to enjoy together the choral music we prepare and to share that with local residents as well as the many visitors to the area. Rehearsals are held each week to prepare for the three or four major concerts normally presented each year.www.folkestonechoral.org.uk Secretary: 01303 239420Folkestone Decorative and Fine Arts Society (FDFAS)Third Thursday of the month, 2pm for 2.15pm, at The Tower Theatre (home of FHODS), Shorncliffe. Guests/prospective members welcome, £5.www.nadfaskentarea.org.uk [email protected]


Folkestone Duplicate Bridge ClubDo join us at our new venue in the state-of-the art sports pavilion at Cheriton (behind Morrisons) where you will be warmly welcomed, with or without a partner. We play bridge every Monday evening at 7 for 7.15 pm. If you play but maybe are not as confident as you would like, why not give our new 2nd movement a try, where, if you wish, you can play “gentle duplicate” at a slower relaxed pace.

If you would like to learn (or even to improve your existing bridge play) we run daytime classes for all abilities taken by a fully qualified EBU teacher.

Before coming for the first time we suggest you contact Chris Lohan: 01303 891162, [email protected]

www.folkestoneduplicatebridgeclub.org.uk

Folkestone, Hythe and Dover Wildlife Groupwww.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk 01304 853503 (Pauline Bateson)

Folkestone & Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society (FHODS) The Tower Theatre, North Road, Shorncliffe, Folkestone. For show information, please visit the website or call the box office.

www.towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk 01303 223925 (Box Office) To hire theatre and function area for parties etc: 07711 710952 (Peter)

Friends of Oaklands Health Centre Coffee MorningFirst Monday of the month, 10am – 11.30am, in the Randall Davis Room (1st Floor), Oaklands Health Centre. Come and join us for a friendly chat.

Hythe and District Gardeners AssociationFirst Tuesday of each month, 7.30pm, at St Johns Ambulance Hall, Albert Lane, which runs at the side of The Hope Inn off Stade Street. £5 subscription per year.

01303 262171 / 01303 260827 / 01303 265927

Hythe Film SocietyHythe’s very own local film society. To promote and advance the education and social enlightenment of the craft of film-making and the appreciation of British & International

films. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month 7.10 for 7.30pm members tickets are £3pp, Guests £5pp. Application forms are available from the Hythe Camera Shop.

Our web-site is www.hythefilmsociety.co.uk. Alternatively, please email [email protected] for further details.

Hythe and Romney Marsh Lions ClubSecond Monday of the month at Red Lion Pub, Hythe. Fundraising for local charities.

01303 267392 (Margaret)

The Royal Air Forces AssociationHythe and Romney Marsh Branch.

01303 238435

Hythe and Saltwood Sailing ClubMarine Parade, Hythe.

www.hssc.net 01303 265178

Hythe Bay Children’s Centre (within the grounds of Hythe Bay School but open to all)

Cinque Ports Avenue, Hythe CT21 6HS 01303 267802

We run a wide range of groups, courses and other services within the centre; including Adult Education, Groups for Parents and Children, Midwife & Health Visitor Surgery and Citizen’s Advice Bureau, as well as a Community Cafe on a Friday afternoon. Everyone is made welcome.

For full details, visit www.eastkenthandbooks.com or call The Children’s Centre on 01303 267802

Hythe Bowling ClubLadies Walk, Hythe.

New members always welcome.

Coaching available.

Please contact the Membership Secretary. Tel.01303 269821

Hythe Book ClubThird Thursday of every month, 7.30pm, at The Red Lion, Hythe.

Hythe Bridge ClubEvery Wednesday, 1.45pm, at Seabrook Church

For friendly Duplicate Bridge. Subscription £5 per year, table money £1.50.

01233 720597


Local Clubs & Societies (Cont...)

Hythe Civic Society TalksTalks are given on alternate Tuesday evenings at 7:30 at Hythe Bay CofE Primary School, Cinque Ports Avenue CT21 6HS (doors open at 7:00), starting 9th October and running to 23rd April (but not in December). Donations of £1 for members and £1-50 for non-members, please. Large car-park. No need to book.

For details of our talks programme go to our website at www.hythe-tourism.com/civic and select ‘events’. Contact: 01303 266488 (Ian Hill).

Hythe Farmers MarketEvery 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month, 10am – 12pm, in the Methodist Chuch Hall, Church Street, Hythe.

01303 266118 /01303 268715

Hythe Flower Club Interested in Flowers?

Demonstrations, Workshops, Social Events, Friendship and Fun.

Hythe Flower Club meets on the first Monday of the month at 7 for 7.30pm at the United

Reformed Church, East Street, Hythe (except Jan when there’s no meeting).

Interested? Come along to a meeting or e-mail [email protected] for details.

New members are very welcome. Yearly subs are £22 or £5 for visitors.

Hythe GuidesEvery Tuesday, 7pm at The Guide Hall, St Nicholas Road, Hythe. For girls aged 10 – 14.

07725 525445 (Jo Day)

Hythe Snooker Club01303 265141 (Mr W.Garrad)

Hythe St John Ambulance CadetsWednesday evenings, 6.30pm – 8pm, at St John Hall, Albert Lane. For aged 10 – 16 years. All new and renewing members welcome.

07813 606157 (Grahame Bredbere) 01303 269689 (St John Hall, on Wednesday evenings)

Hythe Tennis ClubMeets at the Canal Bank, Hythe. All welcome. For more information about joining the club and participating in our tournaments and events, please telephone.

01303 266354 (Membership Secretary)

Hythe Twinning AssociationContinuing international friendship with Hythe’s twin towns; Berck sur Mer in France and Poperinge in Belgium.

01303 268375 [email protected]

Italy Star Association1943 – 1945 Veterans! Join us. Please phone our National Secretary.

0208 2410275

Jive/Swing Dance ClassesEvery Monday

Southcliff Hotel, 22-26 The Leas, Folkestone 7.30-8.30pm class, 8.30-9.30 music, £5 inclusive

Friendly dance class, large dance floor & great vintage music.

Established in Folkestone since 2008, jive/swing dance teacher with 15 years experience teaching.

Contact: 07540 080 224 [email protected]

Lympne / Hythe Needle ClubSecond and forth Saturday of the month, 2pm – 5pm, in the Lounge of Churchill Court, Cinque Ports Avenue, Hythe. Any form of needle work carried out, whether it be cross stich, tapestry, bobbin lace or bead work. Everyone welcome.

Lympne WISecond Thursday in the month, 2pm, at Lympne Village Hall. Everyone welcome.

01303 230855 (Julie)

Mature Movers – Fitness for the 50 PlusGet fit with choreographed movement to music. A well balanced programme of low impact exercises (no floor work involved). Come and have fun while improving and maintaining your mobility.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10.30am – 11.30am, at The Grand, The Leas, Folkestone. £4

01303 261876 (Vera Neaves)

Redoubt Sailing ClubAt Nickolls Lake, West Hythe. Racing and free sailing (non racing) all year round. Adult and Children’s training.

01303 260512 (Rob Purvis, Membership Secretary)


Romney Marsh Walking SocietyNew members and visiting walkers are always welcome. Our programme is varied; usually a Sunday afternoon or whole day walk alternates with a Saturday morning walk followed by a pub lunch. Children are welcome if accompanied by a responsible adult, but dogs are not allowed. You will find the programme of our planned walks on our website:

www.romneymarshfootpaths.co.uk

Saltwood Choral SocietyWednesday evenings, 7.15pm – 9pm, at Saltwood Primary School, Grange Road, Saltwood.

We have a wide and varied repertoire: oratorio, anthems, the Mass, folk songs, Gilbert and Sullivan and works from modern composers. We welcome new members in

all sections, and particularly tenors and basses.

01303 237992

Saltwood Old Time Dance ClubEvery Wednesday evening, 7pm – 10pm, at the Saltwood Village Hall.

If you like Old Time and Sequence Dancing, why not come and join us? Refreshments provided.

01303 260214

Saltwood Shortmat BowlsSundays, 6pm – 9pm and the first and third Wednesday of the month, 2pm – 5pm, at the Saltwood Village Hall.

01303 266624

Saltwood Village HallThe Green, Saltwood. A perfect venue for meetings, parties, weddings and fun.

01303 260508 (Lesley Galloway)

Sandgate Writers Circle We hold two meetings a month at two locations in Sandgate, 10am – 12pm. If you would like a friendly, relaxed couple of hours, with gentle folk, please do get in touch and come along.

01303 489736 (Joe Thomas) [email protected]

Shepway Open Forum for Mental Health (SWOF): Gives the opportunity for people who have, or have had, mental health needs a chance to meet others, make friends and have a say in the way Mental Health Services are delivered. To find out more contact:

Telephone: 01303 850856 or 07902 804733 Email: [email protected]

South Kent Multiple Sclerosis SocietyLocal support for all those whose lives are affected by MS.

www.mssociety.org.uk/branches/kent/south_east_kent [email protected] 08453 970543

Umbrella Club of HytheAre you feeling lonely or just need a chat? Then why not visit the Hythe Methodist Church Hall on Mondays from 2pm – 4pm and Thursdays from 12.20pm – 4pm. Everyone welcome.

Shepway & District University of the Third Age (U3A)The U3A is a self-help organization for people who are retired or not in full-time work and who are encouraged to share their knowledge, skills, interests and experience. The organisation provides educational, creative and leisure groups in a friendly environment, at various locations in the local area. We currently have over 70 different groups, including Board Games, Book Groups, Card games, Computers, Crafts, Cycling, Dance, Finance, Languages, and many more.

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•Moiré is a water-mark pattern, often found on silks.

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fabrics are best for most upholstery. Medium-to heavy-weight cottons and cotton mixes, linen mixes and wools are all good, conventional choices, while corduroy, denim and low-pile velvet are interesting as well as usable.

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used elsewhere in the room BED AND TABLE LINEN•Light to medium weight

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Chemists

Eakins 267876Boots 267220Paydens 31-33 High St, Hythe 266141Paydens Stade St, Hythe 261647

Chemist Late Night OpeningThe chemists don’t run a rota now, they are open as follows:Paydens (Stade St) until 6pmBoots until 6.30pmEakins until 6.30pm

Churches

St John the Baptist Church 246422All Souls Cheriton 270604St Martins Horn Street 270604Seabrook Church 270604St Nicholas Newington 270604Our Lady of Good Counsel 266430Christian Spiritual Church 261170The Salvation Army 268792 www.hythesalvationarmy.org.ukThe South Kent Community Church 264600 www.skcc.infoSt Peter & St Paul’s Church 266932 www.saltwoodchurch.orgSt Leonard’s Church 266217 Holy Cross, Palmarsh, Hythewww.stleonardschurchhythekent.orgUnited Reformed Church 268621www.yourcths.org.ukSt Michael Methodist-Anglican Church Centre, Rampart Road 266281 (Methodist) 266217 (Anglican)www.yourcths.org.uk

Doctors Surgeries

Oaklands 01303 235300Sun Lane 267102NHS Direct 08 45 46 47

Dentists

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Electricity Power Loss 0800 783 8866247Police Station 101Water Leakline 0800 7311 933Swan, Wild Bird & Seagull Rescue 242956

Helplines

Alcoholics Anonymous 08457 697555Al-Anon (for families of alcoholics) 0207 4030888Anti-Social Behaviour Reporting 660747Childline 0800 1111Crime Prevention Advice 896336Dentaline 01634 890300Electricity Power Loss 0800 783 88 66Frank (Drugs Helpline) 0800 776600Health Promotion 01304 828700Kent Crimestoppers 0800 555111Mental Health Helpline 0800 1070160National Domestic Violence 0808 2000 247Stop Smoking Service 0800 849 4444The Samaritans 255000

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Hospitals

Kent & Canterbury 01227 766877Maidstone Hospital 0845 155 1000William Harvey Hospital 01233 633331NHS Direct 08 45 46 47Royal Victoria 01303 850202 (minor injury A&E)

Schools

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February is the time of year to think about perfect potatoes and smashing spuds. Home grown potatoes are an incredibly good value crop and you’ll soon find that the so-called humble spud is actually a very tasty and extremely versatile vegetable.

If you don’t have much space, use a 45cm (18in) diameter pot with a single tuber. Make sure the container is well supplied with drainage holes, fill it two thirds full of compost, pop a tuber in the centre and add a further couple of inches of compost. As foliage appears, add more compost to cover it over and repeat until no more can be added, then keep the container well watered.

Most potatoes produce a slightly earlier and somewhat heavier crop if the seed potatoes are allowed to produce small but sturdy sprouts before planting. Stand the tubers widest end uppermost in a seed tray or old egg carton

and place these in a cool but frost free spot with plenty of natural light. After a few weeks the sprouts will be about 1cm tall, perfect for planting.

What to Grow:

•Steamed potatoes are delicious, especially if cooked the day you lift them. Try Vanessa, Dunluce, Edzell Blue and Lady Christl for some of the tastiest steamers.

•New potatoes dripping in chives and butter are wonderful. Try Lady Christl, Charlotte, Juliette, Casa Blanca, Nadine and Nicola.

•If you adore mashed potato then try Dunluce, Valour, Maris Bard, Lady Balfour and King Edward.

•If you love your potatoes in their jackets, then try Cara, Lady Balfour, Picasso, Kestrel, King Edward, Desiree and Valor.

•For great roast potatoes try Kestrel, Maris Piper,

Desiree, Lady Balfour, Vivaldi and Edzel Blue.

•For the best chips, use Kestrel, King Edward, Maris Peer, Accord, Rooster and Edzel Blue.

Potatoes are divided into ‘earlies’ (first to be harvested) and ‘main crop’, generally larger tubers, harvested later. Try ‘earlies’ if your soil hasn’t been cultivated for several years. ‘Earlies’ are in the ground for less time than main crops and are less likely to suffer from wire-worm attack. ‘Earlies’ are also useful in smaller gardens as they takes less space and are in the ground for a shorter period, giving you the opportunity to grow another fast-maturing crop after the potatoes have been lifted.

No crop is without its share of problems and the fungus responsible for potato blight is sometimes hard to beat, especially in warm, damp years. Generally, ‘earlies’ suffer less with blight and you can select varieties which show resistance to the infection such as Valor, Lady Balfour, Coleen and especially Sarpo Mira and Sarpo Axona.

Slugs are also a real menace, tunnelling into the tubers’ flesh and sometimes even hollowing them out completely. The biological control nematode Nemaslug works under the soil surface, has a brilliant effect and poses no threat to wildlife.

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