Minster Matters - Issue 248 - July 22

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Minster WI Pawfection

Judy Knight gave us an insightful talk about the Dog Grooming Service
food of WW2, and she also brought along a few All Breeds Welcome
items of foodstuffs which she had on display.
In 1936, before the war began, Government agencies had Kind Professional Service
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where each person had a set amount of points and different

items had a different point’s value. Sugar, bacon and butter were

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This has been a very busy time for the Association, with planning
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before, they were unable to join us for the Party in the Park on 3
June, so we decided to go as a Twinning group and went all out to PRIVATE PROFESSIONAL CARER
decorate the table to suit the occasion and dress in the traditional
red white and blue, even receiving the presence of “Queen Kate”.
We were surprised to hear that we had won the prize for the best
dressed group. We thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon, so thanks
go to the event organisers who also arranged for beautiful weather!!
The planting of the English Oak Tree in the Rec was carried out
once the French arrived in style on 4 June. They were dressed in
union flag attire as they ran across the field to join us, carrying a
large union flag. Penny Gimes, the chair of MPC was there to
officiate and help Jean Paul Dumotier complete the planting. We
hope this tree grows as healthily as our Association does! A
programme was planned for the rest of the day which culminated
in a wonderful meal at the Minster Meze Grill. After a good rest
at the Holiday Inn, another busy day was enjoyed, prior to their
return on Sunday afternoon.
The quiz on 30 July at the RBL is now filling up, so please contact
Carol on 07745 683 466 if you would like to join in. Tickets are
£7 per person which include a fabulous buffet.
The committee members were invited to Armbouts Cappel on 25
and 26 June for their ‘Ducasse’. (Musical entertainment) We look
forward to participating in their organised plans for us over this
weekend. We hope that next year’s celebrations, (the 25th
Anniversary of the Twinning Association) will give us the
opportunity of taking a coach of 50 or so to celebrate with them
if they can accommodate us all.
We would like to take a special moment to thank David Otteson,
Manager of the Holiday Inn, for all the support he has given us for
the last 8 years and continues to give us, so to show our
appreciation, we presented him with a hamper of cheeses and
wines. Thank you David.
On Friday 10 June, Mr McCarthy from Minster Primary School,
invited the Chairman to the School Assembly to present the French
books that we had collected from Armbouts Cappel. Two young
representatives introduced themselves, in French of course, and
received the Presentation certificate. Hopefully the books will aid
in furthering their knowledge of the French language.
All photos are on our Facebook Page : Minster Armbouts-Cappel
Twinning Association.
A selection of the photos are shown on the front cover.
If you would like to join our team of supporters and helpers, please
contact Carol on 07745 683 466.

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Platinum Jubilee Beacon Lighting Thursday 2nd June 2022

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PCSO ADRIAN BUTTERWORTH ability to do that. He will help them to report a crime,
A Kent Police Community Support Officer has been and if it’s not a police matter, he will work with partner
hailed a champion for his work helping veterans in agencies to signpost veterans to further help.’
Thanet and the wider county. Adrian collected his award on Tuesday 7 June at the Kent
PCSO Adrian Butterworth was recognised as an Armed and Medway Civilian Military Partnership Conference
Forces Champion 2022 at the Armed Forces Network’s in Folkestone. It was presented to him by The Lady
Together We Can Make A Difference conference held Colgrain, Her Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Kent.
in May in Sussex. The award is given to people who have
shown dedication and support to the Armed Forces Dr John Semple Farewell
community.
PCSO Butterworth works within Thanet Community John Semple served the Minster community for well over
Safety Unit as a Crime Prevention Officer, and spends thirty years as the local doctor. A period that saw both the
time visiting local groups and individuals to support and village and his practice grow significantly in size, as well as
advise them on staying safe. major developments and changes in the NHS. The latter
He is also an armed forces champion for Kent Police, including ever more involvement in administration,
and has assisted many veterans he’s met in the particularly for him as the senior partner. However, he
community as well as those who have been identified as would always much rather devote his time and satisfaction
linked to the forces, via calls received through the Force to the frontline treatment of patients, as well as developing
Control Room. and training aspiring GPs.
Adrian regularly visits coffee mornings for veterans It was not only the people that John looked after in Minster
organised by Age Concern in Margate where he updates but also the plants. He was an avid gardener and leading
them on any issues affecting their community or makes light in the village’s Horticultural Society for decades.
them aware of scams which might target elderly people. Always at the forefront of organising village shows, as well
He also takes part in local events in Thanet such as as exhibiting and judging more widely, he could often be
Armed Forces Day and Remembrance Sunday. Last year found cossetting his prize daffodils, as well as tending his
he organised and led a group of volunteers to spruce up menagerie of sheep, bees, chickens and other fowl. Also, a
the War Memorial in Margate’s Trinity Memorial great supporter of wider village life, John was proud to have
Gardens in time for Armistice day. spent many years chairing the Village Hall Committee and,
PCSO Butterworth, who served for nine years in the most latterly, acting as its president.
Royal Artillery, said: ‘I was not aware I was getting an John died peacefully in the Queen Elizabeth the Queen
award- it came as a complete surprise – I had no idea! Mother Hospital, Margate on the 10th June. He is survived
‘Through my work in the force, if calls come to the by his wife, Judy, and their two children and will be sadly
control room relating to anyone who has served in the missed by his family, friends and all of those whose lives he
forces, as well as any police response, they will also be touched across the Minster and Monkton communities.
flagged to me. It doesn’t matter if the veteran is young Characteristically, he requested that no fuss be made over
or old, victim or perpetrator, I will contact them and his death, so there will be no funeral or memorial service.
arrange a meeting over a cup of tea and chat. If I can
help them, I will, perhaps they have issues with PTSD,
mental health, or they are struggling to find a home or
a job or they just can’t settle back into civvy street after
their time serving.
‘They say a problem shared is a problem halved so, if
they want to sound off without judgement or they need
help, I will do what I can.’
Inspector Ian Swallow of Thanet Community Safety Unit
said: ‘PCSO Butterworth plays an important role in that
he can use his own personal experience to connect with
those in need who have military backgrounds.
‘Sometimes people want to talk through their worries
with someone who can reassure them from a similar
viewpoint and we are proud of PCSO Butterworth’s

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Restoration of Minster Church Clock Face

Invitation to the unveiling of the newly restored Clock Face of

St. Mary’s Church Minster.

The “NEW” clock face for St. Mary’s Church Minster is fast approaching completion and you are
warmly invited to the unveiling ceremony on Saturday 16th of July.

This will be held at the Church commencing at 11.30 am.
The clock face will be unveiled by a special guest at 12 noon.

The Birchington Silver Band will be playing some music and light refreshments will be provided
at The Bell Inn opposite, after the unveiling.

Please come along and see the results of the kind and generous contributions the people of
Minster and beyond have made possible.

This project was conceived as an idea when John and Alan were removing the band of poppies
around the top of the church after an Armistice Day and with the help of Derek and your support
it has now come to fruition in just over a year.

The three individuals, John Quittenden, Derek Crow-Brown, and Alan Gimes are extremely
grateful for all the kind and generous contributions and support they have received to make this
day a reality.

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SAINTS OF MINSTER

DID YOU KNOW? SOME FACTS ABOUT THE HISTORY OF MINSTER

On April 2nd, following many months of closure due to Covid, the Sisters of Minster Abbey once again welcomed
the public each Saturday morning for tours. It is a great opportunity for the people of the village to discover the
history of the Abbey.

St Domneva, the first Abbess of Minster Abbey, is often shown holding her staff and looking fondly at her pet hind.
History tells us that her two brothers, Ethelred and Ethelbert, had been murdered. And legend tells us that she was
offered wergild, or blood money, in compensation: she asked for as much land as her hind could run around within
one day. So, in the year 670, Domneva founded Minster Abbey on the lands encompassed by the white hind you
see on the sign-post as you enter the village of Minster.

The early community would have offered hospitality to pilgrims and other travellers and likely had a hospice for the
sick. A village grew up around the monastery and Minster gradually developed into a port and toll-station for the
shipping route to London. Different charters of this time show that the monastery built and owned ships, to convey
grain from the fertile land to the London corn markets.

Domneva’s daughter, St Mildred became the second Abbess of Minster Abbey in 690, and today’s monastery carries
her name which means “peaceful counsel”. She led her community with wisdom and love for more than 30 years.

She was renowned during her lifetime as a peacemaker
and was especially close to the poor. When she died
around 725, these qualities led to her being canonised as
a saint and she was venerated throughout Europe and
people started coming in pilgrimage to her tomb. Miracles
of healing were reported. Her popularity as a saint led to
her relics being taken triumphantly to St Augustine’s
Abbey, Canterbury in 1030.

The third Abbess of Minster, Saint Edburga, saw a time of
great expansion to the monastery which had been situated
near St. Mary the Virgin church. She oversaw the move to
the present site of Minster Abbey and the building of
cloisters and the monastic living areas. These buildings of
wattle and wood have disappeared, but the foundations
of the monastic church, built of stone, lie beneath our
lawns and were uncovered by an archaeological dig in the
1920s

Mr and Mrs Charles Senior at Minster Abbey At the dissolution of the monasteries in 1538,
Minster Abbey fell to the Crown. Later, it became
a private dwelling. In the 1920s Mr and Mrs Senior
gave permission for an archaeological dig at Minster
Abbey. Shortly after, in 1937, the Abbey was
purchased by the Sisters of St Walburga’s in Bavaria.
On the 25th of March 1937, after nearly 400 years,
the Abbey once again became a house of prayer,
dedicated to St. Mildred, the patron saint of Thanet.

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Minster Parish Council We have CCTV coverage of the two boys who spent some
time there, mostly between 12 midnight and 1am. They
Our meeting began with Community Warden Karl Aylett are both mid-teens, one with a bicycle and a rucksack. It
who explained why you may not have seen him around as has been reported to the police and we are gathering
much recently; apart from a brief beak he has additional evidence. If anyone has any information, please contact
roles which includes covering other areas due to the the Parish Office on 01843 821339, or message us via the
absence of staff. The good news is that replacement Minster Parish Council Facebook site. In particular, we
wardens for Westgate and Thanet Rural villages are being would like to hear from a male person who walked a dog
recruited so we will see more of him in the future. through the skate park at this time.
County Cllr. Crow-Brown was pleased to report that he The Chairman reported that a great deal of very positive
attended a Kent Armed Forces Covenant conference in comments had been received about the Jubilee events in
Folkestone recently where he witnessed our former PCSO the village. She thanked all those who attended and
Adrian Butterworth being presented with a well-deserved supported the Beacon Lighting, the Party in the Park and
community award for his work with Age UK (see the full the Church Service. There was no doubt we were fortunate
details of award on page 8) and the refurbishment of the with the weather and the great community atmosphere was
Trinity Square War Memorial. Some of you may also have a memorable way of showing our appreciation for H.M.
seen PCSO Butterworth in the local media regarding his the Queen.
efforts to provide trauma teddies for children in Ukraine. She thanked a number of people:
Cllr. Crow-Brown said that KCC are working with the Cllrs. Quittenden, McCarthy and Crow-Brown for helping
Homes for Ukraine scheme and have matched 3062 to organise the events, and to other councillors who
applications to 1235 sponsors in Kent so far. assisted in stewarding, setting up, clearing up and first aid.
He also reported that KCC received a grant of £11m from Neil, Rob and Jacqui who helped before, during and after
the Household Support Fund which was used for free the event.
school meals for the May half term and towards the Cllr. Fleming and Clare Wilsdon who brought family and
summer holidays. friends along to help.
TDC Cllr. Abi Smith has been progressing the removal of Karen Brazil for bravely judging the ‘Best Dressed’
waste from St. Mary’s Road car park and is hopeful that family.
there may be a prosecution. She congratulated Minster on Minster W.I. for providing strawberry teas.
the Jubilee celebrations and finally spoke of some Minster Football Club for organising the very popular Tug
significant changes at TDC without specifying exactly of War and Goal Competition,
what, but that there should then be signs of improvement. Nic Powley of Skatepharm for running a variety of
(News since this meeting has referred to the departure of activities on the skate park.
the Chief Executive.) Kent Fire Brigade.
TDC Cllr. Reece Pugh also enjoyed the Jubilee Plus the owners of the various vehicles and bikes on
celebrations, even the Tug of War! display, including a traction engine which tirelessly circled
He reported that there has been a review of green waste the ground giving rides to many happy children.
collections following complaints of non-collections. It The land to the west of Tothill Street which has planning
would appear that a new larger vehicle cannot access some consent for 214 houses is now owned by Barrett David
roads and a list is being compiled so that relevant residents Wilson Homes (BDW Homes) and the Chairman
can be notified. explained that a meeting had been arranged with the
The Chairman expressed her disappointment that two developers to discuss the land needed for the cemetery and
youths had gone to the skate park the night before the Party the concerns over the impact on highways issues. This
in the Park and had set off fireworks, started fires on the meeting has since taken place and negotiations are
ramp and in the rubbish bin and left broken glass strewn progressing in an effort to acquire land to extend the
about the site. Such behaviour is dreadful at any time but cemetery and to review the plans for the roads surrounding
especially so on this occasion as a special mural had been the new site.
painted and arrangements made for a Skate Park event that The Twinning Association reported that a contingent from
day as part of the Jubilee celebrations. Our Groundsmen France joined them over the Jubilee weekend to plant an
were there at 7am clearing it all up. The large red waste oak tree in the Recreation Ground to commemorate the
bin was completely destroyed again. This is public money Queen’s Jubilee.
being wasted due to mindless vandalism. Why do two In the period of public questions, it was reported that the
teenage boys want to spoil a facility that is there for other sign to the Scout hut was missing and it was established
young people? that this was damaged by a works vehicle and removed.
This will be reported to KCC.

July 2022 Minster Matters 17

MINSTER SHOW ACOL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

Are you Show ready? Get your Schedule Our next monthly meeting is an evening visit to

which are on sale, in local businesses, and The Coach House at Hernhill which is a NGS
garden. If you wish to join us please contact Bill
plan your entries for 23 July 2022.
For those who are new to the village, and Yeoman, tel. 01843 845 217.
On Saturday 23rd July we have our Summer
a quick reminder to the rest, entries must Show in the marquee at the rear of Acol Village

be in the marquee by 10am. The Hall.
committee and their helpers will be there Unfortunately, this year it clashes with Minster

to assist, we wear orange just to be easy Show. If you wish to enter an exhibit please

to spot, and we are looking forward to contact Steve or Theresa on 01843 846 963.
You are welcome to visit when the show opens
seeing everyone again.
at 2.30pm.
Parking is very limited so although you Acol Horticultural Society welcomes new
can drive your entries down in the members and visitors to its monthly meetings,

morning, if possible please walk down in flower shows and social events. We have

the afternoon to leave space for people monthly meetings on the first Tuesday of every

with less mobility and visitors from further month except January. The venue is Acol
Village Hall and meetings start at 7.30pm
afield, thank you.
unless advised otherwise.
Anyone not yet booked a stall - Bill Yeoman
contact Karen on 07813 648 214

or email  [email protected]

We need help - the committee are

looking for someone (or a small relay

team) to be the key holder for the

disabled toilet in the pavilion. It would

require sitting in the vicinity and

monitoring the use of the toilets - disabled

only! There are portaloos provided for

everyone else. Over the years open toilets

have been abused and this is our solution.

If you feel you can help contact Karen as

above, or Dominique on 07815 083 163.

Thank you to anyone who can help with

this, a small but very important task.

Looking forward to the Parade this year

and welcoming everyone from 1pm on

the grounds - the Parade enters at 2pm

but the stalls are open before that.

18 Minster Matters July 2022

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July 2022 Minster Matters 19

Anita’s Flowers PCSO’s REPORT
@ Greens of Minster
Dear all,
24A Monkton Road
Minster There have been a couple of reports of possible

CT12 4EA attempted vehicle theft in the village recently.
T: 01843 822 212
M: 07889 308 748 With this in mind I am providing you with some
E: [email protected]
Facebook: anitas flowers at greens safety measures which can easily be taken to
Free local delivery
help keep your vehicles safe:-
PREVENTING CAR AND VEHICLE THEFT

Don't let thieves get an easy ride. Follow these

simple rules to protect your vehicle from thieves.

1. Lock your vehicle

Locking your vehicle, even when filling up or parked on your drive, greatly

reduces the possibility of it being targeted by an opportunist thief. Even if

you have locked your vehicle, check you haven’t left any windows or the

sunroof open.

If your vehicle has wing mirrors that fold in automatically when locked,
make sure you lock it properly. Criminal gangs are looking for vehicles

like these where the wing mirrors are still out because it is clear to them

that the vehicle has been left unlocked.
2. Keep the keys safe

Vehicles today are by and large more difficult to steal than ever, unless the

thief can access your key or fob to clone them. Keep your keys safe, out of

view when at home, and away from your front door. It’s not uncommon for

car keys to be stolen from inside your home by thieves fishing for them with

a stick and hook through the letterbox
3. Park responsibly

It’s always advisable to avoid parking in dark and secluded areas. It’s worth

an extra five or ten-minute walk if it means your vehicle is left in a well-lit

and busier street.

And if possible, always try to park in illuminated and staffed car parks or

those with a Park Mark safer parking award.
4. Watch for illegal tow trucks

Thieves often attempt to lift vehicles from the street, literally. So, if you see

a towaway crew acting suspiciously – especially if their vehicle isn’t branded

or if they’re not in uniform – then please report it immediately.
5. Fit good in-car security locks

Bear in mind that built-in steering locks aren’t necessarily thief-proof. Many

can be forced and broken. Fitting a ‘Sold Secure’ steering wheel, gear lever

or clutch pedal security device can give your vehicle added protection.
7. Double-check electronic locking

Electronic devices can be used to jam the electronic signal from your key

fob to lock your vehicle. Always manually check your vehicle has locked

before walking away.

If unsure, lock it manually, then scan the immediate area for anyone

hanging around. If a potential thief who’s watching feels they’ve been

spotted, they’ll probably move off.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the Parish Council for
providing the village with a wonderful Jubilee celebration.
Myself, my family and Village Voices had a lovely time and were very proud
to be able to be a part of it and I know that Village Voices also felt
extremely honoured to be a part of the lighting of the Jubilee Beacon.
Thank you for involving us.
Keep safe and enjoy the sunshine,
Debs 60457

20 Minster Matters July 2022

Covid-19 VACCINATION PROGRAMME – UPDATE REMINDER:
The Vaccine Centre known as “Thanet Broadstairs Local Vaccination Service
(LVS)” is now located adjacent to Wickes Building Supplies and Curry's Electrical
Store at Westwood
NB: Change of opening times: Tuesday and Thursday - 2.00pm to 6.30pm
Saturday - 8.00 am to 2.00 pm : Just drop in! - No appointment necessary!
Please remember: You must wear face masks at the Centre and at Minster Surgery.

“LET’S BE CLEAR ON CANCER” NATIONAL BOWEL SCREENING CAMPAIGN
Are you aged 60-74 then this little kit can save your life!
You can now register for a free test kit to be sent to you every 2 years
Search “Bowel Screening/NHS” or by calling 0800 707 60 60
Over 75s with previous symptoms are still eligible and will also be sent a kit every 2 years

SKIN CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGN
Very appropriate at the present time!
Did you know that Skin Cancer is the UK’s 5th most common type of Cancer and that a
change of appearance in a mole is not the only sign? For further information and advice
search Skin Cancer (melanoma NHS).
Going on holiday, in the sun, on the beach, please remember to: “SLAP ON THE
SUNSCREEN”. ALSO don’t forget you can get help and advice and make sure your travel
Vaccinations are up to date from your local pharmacist.

Repeat prescriptions
Please ensure you have sufficient medication to last throughout the holiday period and
submit requests at least 3 working days beforehand to allow processing time at surgery
and your local chemist. Requests submitted prematurely will be held until the due date,
unless a specific reason is given.

Please Note:
The surgery will be closed on: Wednesday 20th July from 1pm onwards for staff training
If you need to see a doctor during these times please call 111 for non-urgent confidential
help and advice for you and your family.
For COVID-19 help and advice - Call 119. For urgent/life threatening cases call 999 as
normal

Patient Liaison Group
A full list of all committee members with their contact information is shown on our notice
board in the waiting room
Please don’t forget we are always here to help and support you and you can contact
us anytime, by phone or email (see details below).
Our next meeting will be held on Monday 11th July and if you have any questions on any
of the above or concerns and suggestions you would like raised at our meeting, please
contact either Ken Self on 821200, Jeanne Lawrence on 821049 or email [email protected]

July 2022 Minster Matters 21

MINSTER FLAG FLYING DIARY

For July

On all other dates we will normally be flying
the Minster Village flag

July 1st Canada Day Canadian

July 4th USA Stars & Stripes
July 4th Independence Day
July 5th
Prince Michael of Kent Union
(80)

Tynwald Day (IOM) Isle of Man

July 14th Bastille Day French Tricolor

July 17th Duchess of Cornwall Union
July 21st (75) Belgian

Belgian National Day

July 22nd Prince George of Union
Cambridge (9)

22 Minster Matters July 2022

The Parish Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Minster

THE BENEFICE IS CURRENTLY IN A VACANCY PERIOD

PLEASE USE THE CONTACT DETAILS GIVEN BELOW
TO MAKE ANY ENQUIRIES ~ Thank you

Online Contact: [email protected] www.wantsumchurches.org

To make any general enquiries, or to arrange a Baptism, Wedding or Funeral,
please use the email address above, or telephone 07788 791 468

Licensed Reader: Mrs Sally Willins 01843 822 428
07790 276 864
[email protected]

[If you wish to talk to someone, need support or would welcome prayer please contact Sally Willins]

Churchwarden: Mrs Sue Hergest 01843 823347

Retired Priest: Canon Peter Gausden 01843 825374

Reader Emeritus: Mrs Diana Davies 01843 82381

July 2022 Minster Matters 23

St. Mary’s, Minster and St Mary Magdalene, Monkton

Sunday 3rd Holy Communion at 10.30am

Wednesday 6th BCP Morning Prayer (Matins) at 10.30am

Sunday 10th Morning Worship at 10.30am

Sunday 17th Holy Communion at 10.30am

Wednesday 20th BCP Holy Communion at 10.30am

Sunday 24th Morning Praise at 10.30am

Sunday 31st A Fifth Sunday Benefice Service
of Holy Communion at Chislet at 10.30am

with Revd Bob Coles

For anyone housebound, Holy Communion can be brought to your home.
Please phone Sally Willins on 822428 if you would like to make arrangements.

24 Minster Matters July 2022

Kate’s Puddings – What’s Cooking?

This was the first recipe I put onto my puddings blog, back in

January 2013. It is still one of my top five favourite puddings,

and one I will be making for the Stour Music Festival, where I Box Office, Fordoun Road, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 2BN T: 01843 863701
have the joy of making all the puddings in the Artists’ tent. I [email protected] - [email protected] –

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Cold Lemon Soufflé Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm
“The Diary of a Madman & The Nose”

3 large eggs Two one act plays by Gogol performed in the round.

8oz/225g caster sugar Saturday 9th July at 7.30pm and Sunday 10th July at 2.30pm
2 ½ lemons “SONDHEIM - a concert”
½ pint/300ml cream
½ oz/12g gelatine (leaf or powder) Featuring the Bradstow Singers, Principal members of the

½ gill water (2.5 fl oz/75ml) Bradstow Symphony Orchestra. Narrated by Peter Such.

To finish: extra cream

Saturday 30th July at 2.30pm and 7.30pm

Separate the eggs and place the yolks, sugar and grated “DOCTOR DOLITTLE JR”
lemon rind in a bowl and whisk until thick. I usually do this Performed by the ROS Youth Theatre.
in a Kenwood with the whisk. Heat the lemon juice, add, and

continue whisking “to the ribbon” (ie, pale and very thick). Bookings for our 16th Summer Repertory Season now open.
This takes ages, and my Kenwood died at this point in 2017.

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There are more delicious recipes on Tothill St. Minster
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Booking the Multi Use Games Area RED RECYCLING BAGS
The MUGA will be open for public use most
of the time. It is available for Minster BLUE & BLACK LIDDED BINS
School to use for sports activities and also BROWN & SILVER FOOD BINS
for clubs, groups and individuals to book
for tennis, volleyball and netball. TDC now require payment for replacements
Bookings i.e. when the MUGA is (unless they can be repaired)
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Parish Clerk.
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Tel: 01843 821 339 If you don’t have a plan for what happens to your estate…
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Make a Will now and be sure your family’s future is secure

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07727 687 538

From a leaky tap to a leaky roof - I’ve got it covered!!
No job too big - no job too small

For all your building or plumbing jobs, inside or out. Professional
workmanship with quality materials and competitive prices.
Kitchens, Bathrooms, Laminate Floors, Flat-packs assembled,

Ceilings & Walls, Painting & Decorating, Custom Radiator Covers,
Staircases, Doors, Roofs, Locks, Sheds erected, Decking,

Outside Taps, Fascias and Soffits, Guttering, Fencing, Windows,
Washing Machines installed & Pipes boxed in.
Fully Insured, Reliable Craftsman.
Free Estimates and Consultations

Reliable qualified Electricians 16 High Street, Minster, CT12 4BU
All aspects of wiring undertaken

BURGLAR ALARMS
TELEPHONE EXTENSIONS
TV AERIALS - SKY SATELLITE
* Reasonable rates * Free estimates *

* Discount for OAP’S *
Julie Beaney, Minster 01843 823 466
Gary Hake, Canterbury 01227 472 612

MINSTER MOBILITY SCHEME

07914 623 287

We offer all types of SIR ROGER GALE MP
mobility equipment
along with disability aids. Roger holds regular advice surgeries.
Mobility Scooters, Wheelchairs, For appointments and advice on
Walkers, Zimmer Frames, Trolleys, urgent problems:
Walking Sticks, Toilet Frames,
Crutches, Commodes, etc. Ring: 01843 848 588
All are available on a free loan (a.m. from l0.00)
basis, ideal for recovery after
hospital treatment, or maybe Web: www.rogergale.com
family visiting for the summer !! Email: [email protected]
www.mmmobilityscheme.org.uk Write: HOUSE OF COMMONS,

London, SW1A 0AA

CAR & VAN SALES

TEL: 01843 841 366

MOT Test Centre All Makes Servicing All Vehicle Maintenance
Tyre Centre Car Sales Recovery Service

17 2017 Citroen C3 Flair Puretech 11 2011 Vauxhall Agila 12 2012 Ford Ka Edge 67 2017 Citreon C3 Flair
1.2cc petrol, manual, 3-door hatchback, met 1.2lt petrol, manual, only 11k miles with
met blue, 1.2cc petrol, manual, 5-door 1.2cc petrol, automatic, 5 door hatchback, silver, 73k miles with service history, low serv/hist and 1 prev owner, 5-door hatch,
hatch, 42k miles, one former keeper, light blue met paint, very low mileage with road tax @ £30 per year. Inside is equipped media screen, 12v, aux in and usb plug
reverse parking sensors and camera, media only 29k miles with service history and only with air con, electric windows, 12v and aux points plus integrated blue tooth phone
centre with blue tooth and hands free one previous owner, electric windows, a/c, in plug points, rcl capability
phone capability plus usb and 12 v plug in pas, rcl and lots more all for … and lots more all for … and lots more all for …

£9895points and lots more all for ... £6395 £4295 £11,195

69 2019 Renault Captur Play tce 67 2017 Mini Countryman Cooper, Euro 6 14 2014 Peugeot 2008 Allure 16 reg 2016 Peugeot 2008 Allure
0.9lt petrol, manual, 37k miles with 23k miles with service history, 1.5cc petrol, orange met, 1.6cc diesel hdi, automatic,
serv/hist, 5-door hatch, a/c, speed limiter 5-door hatchback, met grey/silver, inside has 5-door hatchback, zero road tax, half leather white met, 1.2cc petrol, manual, 5-door hatch,
and cruise control, blue tooth, 12v & usb full leather interior, electronic tailgate, rcl, interior, media centre with blue tooth low road tax @£30 per year, 35k miles with
plug points. Blue/black media entertainment and comms centre hands free phone capability, rear park pilot, service history, media screen with rear park
and all for… incorporating blue tooth hands free phone usb and 12 v plug points pilot, integrated blue tooth hands free phone
capability, sat nav, panoramic glass roof with and lots more all for … capability and usb and 12v plug points
£12,995 electronically operated glass sun roof and lots more all for…
and all for … £8995
£10,195
£16,995

66 2017 Toyota Aygo X-Play 6154 20154RMeinnaiuClotoTpweinr,go Dynamique 2014 Renault Captur D-Que, 57 2007 Vauxhall Movano,
1.0cc petrol, manual, 5-door hatchback, 11..05llttppetertorlo, ml, aanu, t5o-d, omoreht abtclha,cbkl,ac5k-,doonolyr
22k miles with service history and one 2h5aktcmhi,le5s0wkimthisleesrvw/hiitsht, o1npereoviwounseor wfrnoemr, 0.9lt petrol, 39k miles with serv/hist, low 2 berth Motorhome, 2.5 cc CDTi Diesel, Manual, 78k
owner from new, zero road tax, met silver,
air con, integrated blue tooth hands free £11,995ntaAcubhalaosel/lxupCbflwdoeaa,pre,bvt…rlmoiBe,uliorl7t…gueyyt6deh,ap...3tipooahfpmaoiansectnpcthtasdrogleirsnye(igefnnrxtec,ftiaertiarnthpetuahdenrogbdnrsasamneftr)eeca, dareztpesraoppabthhrniooloiatnnavydee,, road tax@ £30 per year, manual, 5-door miles with service history, blue, dinette area which seats
phone capability hatch, met blue, climate control,
and lots more all for …. All for …….. 4 people and also converts into a good size double bed

£7995 at night, Waeco fridge with auto changeover, gas hob

integrated sat nav, media screen and and sink lots of storage, toilet room, leisure battery with
bluetooth hands free phone capability
split charge relay and with on site electric hook up point

all for… £9595 and tv with aerial, £15,495
plus lots more all for…

Birchington Auto Repairs Ltd., 5 Minnis Road, Birchington CT7 9SD

TEL: 01843 841 366 EMAIL: [email protected]

All our cars come with

Warranty,

Full Service, Full MOT,

HPI Check and Valet

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