Minster Matters Issue 245 - April 22

Minster Matters Your Friendly Village Magazine

Issue Number 245 : April 22
ISSN 1755-9502 (Print) : ISSN 1755-9510 (Online)

PARTY IN THE PARK

Friday 3rd June

Events on the Day

Live Music
Children’s Entertainer
Licensed Bar and Refreshments
Prize for Best Dressed Family
(Choose the Decade)
Tug of War Competition

Come along and enjoy the day

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Minster WI Pawfection

At our March meeting Sarah Yeo from the Turner Contemporary Dog Grooming Service
Gallery gave a fascinating talk about two female artists born All Breeds Welcome
400 years apart - very appropriate for International Women’s
Day. Kind Professional Service
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We also raised over £70 from our raffle which we have donated Gemma & Sandie

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families fleeing the conflict in the Ukraine and members also 01843 825 841

donated a car boot full of items which were taken to Quex Barn

to be shipped out to those families. Well done ladies.
Dates for the diary

9th April Making Jubilee Fascinators - 9.30-11.30am

Old Schools (Members only)

12th April Paul Underdown - Thanet Food Bank (Fareshare)

10th May Resolutions Meeting and Jubilee Celebrations

14th June Judy Knight - Food of WW2

NORTHROP SERVICES
We meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm in KITCHEN & BATHROOM FITTING

Minster Village Hall - all welcome. Tiling, Plastering
Please contact Liz Shervington for more details 07968 473 689 & General Maintenance
HOME DECORATING

Monkton Open Gardens Interior & Exterior
11th & 12th June 2022 Local, Reliable & Experienced

Contact Paul or Tracy

01843 823 646

We are holding Monkton Open Gardens over the weekend of

11th & 12th June 2022, 11-5pm at a cost of £4 per person,

accompanied under 14’s free. Proceeds in aid of St Mary

Magdalene Church and Monkton Village Hall. Varied

assortment of gardens open (approximately 10-12). Lunches

& refreshments available in the village hall. Churchyard tours

and garden stalls. Raffle with fantastic prizes. Please come

along, fingers crossed for fabulous weather.

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Minster Bowls Club MINSTER POST OFFICE

The short mat season is coming to a close. Opening Times 821291
We have the finals weekend on the 2nd and
3rd of April followed by the presentation Mon - Fri 8am - 5.30pm
evening on the 20th May. Closed for lunch 2pm - 3pm
By now all the building work, moving and replacing some Sat 9am - 1pm
equipment sheds will be complete. Building a wall and making . Mails
a very nice social and BBQ area. This has been a large task . Travel Money
and our thanks go to all have been involved with the project. . Money Gram
We have our Preseason meeting on the 8th April followed by . Cash Withdrawals/Deposits
the opening of the green on the 16th April. The opening is . Motor Vehicle Licence
more of a fun day and all are welcome to come and watch, . Cards/gifts, wool & DIY Items
you never know you might want join us. There will be tea and
coffee through the afternoon. General Maintenance
So, all we want now is a good summer so we can enjoy our Inside & outside your home
bowls. Repairs, Brick Walls, Leaky Pipes etc
R. Pluckrose
Chairman Please call

KARL

01843 821 928

07546 719 458

MINSTER TWINNING ASSOCIATION Est 1980

Not much to report this month as illness has hampered the VILLAGE GLASS

meeting and the organised visit to France. WINDOWS - DOORS

However the quiz went ahead as planned and it was a great CONSERVATORIES etc
evening. As always, thanks have gone to all who helped make
it a success – the quiz master and scorer, the bar staff, the Free Quotations
caterer, the Legion for allowing us the use of the hall and all the Tel 01843 821 147
participants. There was great excitement as the final scores
including Answerphone

were read out, with 2 teams tied. The tie breaker was given and

once again both teams gave exactly the same answer. After a R. Eyres local handyman

final shoot out, Carl Ashby’s team took the title of winners and Property maintenance, landlord repairs,
painting & decorating, flat pack assembling
took home their prizes of a bottle of wine each. Congratulations and many others

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A collection was made at the end of the evening and this raised

£111 for the Ukranian refugees. Thanks to everyone who Any questions and free viewings
please call or email

contributed.
[email protected]

The next quiz will be on Saturday 25 June, with 5 tables already

taken! Note it in your diary if you’re interested.

As mentioned earlier, illness prevented us going to France with

the exhibits for the French art and craft exhibition. There’s

always next year!

An invitation was sent to the Anglophiles in Armbouts Cappel

to join us for the village “Party in the Park” on 2 June. They

explained that it would be difficult for them to come on the

Friday due to work commitments, but there are plans for

meeting up on the Saturday if they are able.

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Branching Out Royal British Legion
Minster & Monkton
Driveways, Patios
Fencing, Decking 61 Augustine Road
Resin Bound Surfacing
Gary:- 07834 594 599 Upcoming Events

www.checkatrade.com/branchingout Sunday 27th March
Mother’s Day - live music
BS7671 Part 'P' Just The Two Of Us - 2pm
Qualified Registration
Electrical Sat 2nd April
Engineer No Blues Brothers tribute - 9pm
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Sun 10th April
All Electrical Work Undertaken Live music - Gaddzukes - 2pm

Free Quotations ~ Competitive Prices Monday 11th April
Quality Workmanship ~ Fully Guaranteed Kids craft morning, please book in on Facebook

Call Nic on 0771 458 0978 or in club 10am-12.30pm
Sunday 17th April
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From 1pm - Family Easter party,
children’s entertainer, live music, egg hunt,

bonnet competition, BBQ and more!
Saturday 23rd April

St George’s Day party from 2pm
live music with the Ill Billies, BBQ, raffle,
50p off all pints and other drink promotions!!

Saturday 30th April
Live music with local band Happy Daze - 9pm

Wednesday nights - Poker Night

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ACOL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY Trutek Computers Ltd

Acol Horticultural Society is starting its monthly meetings, socials and shows For All Your Computer Requirements:

and we are hoping for a full programme for 2022. The first meeting was Repairs - Servicing & Accessories
held on Tuesday 1st March, when Jim Buttress was the speaker. Computers Built To Specification
The next monthly meeting will be on Tuesday 5th April at 7.30pm when
David Barry will be the speaker on ‘ACTORS BEHAVING BADLY’. David Laptop Sales

has been in several TV programmes like ‘Please Sir’. He has also worked For Further Advice & Help
with some of the best, including Baron Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh, Please Contact Us On:
so a very entertaining evening is guaranteed.
Entry is free to members and £3 to non-members, or you can join the 01227 375 088

www.trutek.co.uk
Visit us at 147 High St, Herne Bay

Society: - £4 for a single membership and £7 for a couple.

Before that evening, on Saturday 2nd April at 2.30pm is the QUALIFIED FOOT HEALTH
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This is the first Spring Show since 2019 and will hopefully be a good one.

If you would like to see daffodils and other spring flowers grown to

perfection (or near perfection!) then come along. If you have any flowers David Oakley MCFHP, MAFHP

that you are proud of OR you have a flare for floral art OR you like cooking, All forms of Services and Treatments
there could be a chance for you to make an entry in the show. available for Foot and Nail care
Schedules are available from Theresa Ling tel. 846 963
Corns, Calluses, Bunions, Hammer-toe,
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Acol Village Hall – AHS dates for your diary
Saturday 2nd April, 2.30pm, AHS Spring Show Nail infections, Verrucas,
Tuesday 5th April, 7.30pm, AHS Monthly Meeting Hard skin removal and Diabetic footcare

Saturday 14th May, evening, AHS Quiz Night We provide personal and reliable treatment in

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Minster Playhouse May Play 2022
Our May Play for this year is a light comedy, Worth a Fortune, by Kevin P. Smith
Frances A Lewis. This play is currently going well in rehearsal and
will be performed from Thursday 26th to Saturday 28th of May at YOUR LOCAL BUILDER
7.30pm at the Village Hall. For all your building requirements,
This production will be played to an audience seated at tables and extensions or loft conversions,
invited to bring their own refreshments for the interval, which proved driveways and walls
a great success at our autumn play. That does mean that audience
numbers are reduced, so if you wish to be sure of a seat you can For a visit and a free quotation
book early at the Box Office on give me a call

07501 894 381 t: 312 010
although payment will not be taken m: 07989 578 169
until shortly before opening night.

Autumn 2022
There will be no autumn production this year, instead we hope to
stage an event such as a quiz.
The pantomime this year will be Little Red Riding Hood, held over
from last year, and will run from November 30th to December 3rd.

[email protected]

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at the town’s tourism information shop as well as a few shifts at a food bank. But
MOBILE I really got the bug when I joined a volunteer car service there.
HAIRDRESSER So, when I moved to Thanet in 2018 the first thing I did was get in touch with
Kent Coast Volunteering (KCV) who run the same sort of scheme for this district
For all your hairdressing needs, as well as Dover, Deal and Folkestone. It is for people, mainly elderly, who cannot
and in the comfort of your own home use or access public transport to get to medical appointments.
The KCV office takes the client’s request details and matches them, where
PPHOONNEEDDIAIANNE:E: possible, with a local driver who gives his or her time free but receives a mileage
payment to cover fuel costs.
0108148343848040995522oorr0077584462545287913651 I’ve done it for three years now and have made several good friends among my
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please contact the transport team on 01304 380513
Corns ~ Callus/Dry Skin ~Fungal Infection or [email protected].
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MINSTER SHED IS NOW READY TO OPEN

“Opening on 5th and 7th of April from 10am to 1pm”
at the rear of The Bell Inn, St Mildred’s Rd

It was last July when we had our first SHED meeting and those attending were determined
to get the project off the ground. Firstly, we needed a premises, not easy to find when
you want it at a cheap rent or rent free, but after someone’s suggestion we contacted the
Bell Inn, where after a meeting they were happy to give us use of one of their outbuildings.
In fact, they also agreed to put in new lighting and a multitude of sockets, for which we
cannot thank them enough for their generosity.

Next came the task of raising some money and thanks to our local Thanet councillors
we were given grants from the Local Community Fund to get us started.

At the end of December, we had access to our premises and proceeded to clean and
decorate the workspace. We've built workbenches and storage units and a most important
kitchen area complete with kettle and microwave.

Thanks to the generosity of the people of Minster we have been given an array of
machinery, tools and fixings, including a lathe, mortiser, chop saw, jigsaw and so much
more. Also, a big thank you to Howdens who gave us a quantity of kitchen units which
we have adapted for our use.

We have had a team of hard-working volunteers who made all this possible.
If you require more information, please email [email protected] or phone
01842 319 791

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MINSTER’S CHRISTMAS 2022
At the beginning of March, we held our Christmas
meeting where we discussed how to decorate our
village for this year. We are going to make some
more small “alternative” trees to spread around the
village and also make some smaller ones for the
lampposts.
These lamppost trees are made using different size
green granny squares with white edges. Each tree
requires:- 12 squares - 3 x each size, using DK wool
and 3.5 crochet hook.
Size 1. 2 green rounds then 1 white round
Size 2. 4 green rounds then 1 white round
Size 3. 6 green rounds then 1 white round
Size 4. 8 green rounds then 1 white round
Anyone willing to make some
and requiring more details
please let me know.
Store them flat to save space,
later in the year we can
hopefully have some get-
togethers to sew them into
trees.
We will also need more multi
coloured squares finished
with green in either knitting
or crochet to a size of 4 or 5
inches square to make some
more 6 ft “Alternative” trees.
Feel free to contact me if you require more details.
MINSTER’S SECOND COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS
EVENT will be held on Saturday 10th December
2022 from 4pm to 6.30pm. Put this date on your
calendar!!
Barbara Quittenden
07874 214 279

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Minster Parish Council The Chairman has emailed Savills for an update on the
development planned for the land west of Tothill Street; the
The Chairman opened the meeting by expressing last information suggested a preferred buyer would be in
sympathy and support for the people of Ukraine on behalf place by November and the parish council are anxious to
of the parish council. negotiate with them concerning an extension to the
cemetery.
PCSO Forsyth gave a summary of recent crimes in Minster,
including theft of oil from Minster Kebab, theft of a pedal On a similar subject, she had reminded Gladman
cycle from the railway station, theft of a camper van, criminal Developments 3 times that they had not responded to
damage at The Bell and in Tothill Street and poaching on the emails about the proposed development to the east of Tothill
Marshes. Speed checks continue and in one case a vehicle Street and she had just received a reply. Unfortunately, they
was seized for having no insurance. refuse to attend Minster for a face to face public meeting,
suggesting that the online consultation is sufficient. An email
Community Warden Karl Aylett explained that he has has been sent setting out the inadequacy of this system of
been absent for part of the last month due to contracting consultation. If a planning application is submitted a public
Covid-19. Happily, he has now returned and is continuing meeting will be arranged with or without Gladman
to carry out joint visits with Social Services and Trading Developments. It was agreed that a letter will be sent to all
Standards. TDC Councillors to ask their support in not allowing this land
to be included in the revised Local Plan.
County Cllr. Crow-Brown has taken up the issue of the
disruption caused by repeated road closures in Monkton The Clerk explained that we were very pleased to receive
Road adjacent to the building site; unfortunately, KCC say the 70 saplings from TDC but they were much smaller than
that these closures are necessary and are kept to a minimum. expected so would not survive if planted out now. They are
now being pot planted and our Groundsman, Neil, has kindly
He passed on advice about the care of electric scooters as agreed to nurture them in his garden until they reach a
there has been a spate of fires caused by lithium batteries; suitable size.
the Chairman took the opportunity to remind everyone that
they are classed as Personal Light Electric Vehicles (PLEV). In the meantime, two mature cherry trees have been
This means that they are treated as motor vehicles and planted on the grass on the east side of the skate park, a
therefore require driving licence, insurance, road tax, crash number of other trees donated by Cllr, Jones have been
helmet etc. If these requirements are not in place they cannot planted in the meadow area and 450 hedgerow plants will
be used legally on the road (or footpath.) In such be planted on the bund at the skate park in March, with the
circumstance the police can seize the scooter. help of pupils from Minster School. In addition, a site has
been agreed in the recreation ground for the Twinning
Cllr. Pugh submitted a written report and stated that he Association to plant an oak tree for the Jubilee.
is determined that the land north of Foxborough Lane is not
included in the revised Local Plan. He stated that the current The Highways improvement plan has been updated
call for sites and estimated increase in housing need has been following a suggestion made by a local resident at our
exaggerated. The Strategic Housing Team at TDC has said previous meeting; we will arrange to add SLOW markings
we may require a further 4,000 homes but this is for on the road in Foxborough Lane approaching the Bedlam
2031-2040. At the present time we are not on target to Court Lane/Laundry Road junction.
deliver the required 1,000 homes a year up to 2030.
The meeting agreed to the use of the recreation ground
He reminds residents with Green bins that the system for for car parking over the weekend of Open Gardens on
payment has moved on line but if anyone has difficulty with 18th-19th June.
this and would prefer to pay by direct debit he is happy to
assist them. It was also agreed that the recreation ground and Pavilion
will be used for the Minster Show on Saturday 23rd July.
The Chairman covered a number of topics this month.
Firstly, there had been an online meeting with TDC when Cllr. Torbett reported that work has begun on the new
the points raised included: parish office. The garage has been demolished and the build
is expected to take 22 weeks.
Householders who do not ensure that their waste is
disposed of by a licensed waste carrier may be held In the public questions a discussion took place about the
responsible for fly tipping and fined. proposed building of a dwelling in St. Mildred’s Road and
the impact on existing trees on site. Further enquiries will be
The seafront lifts at Margate and Ramsgate will be made.
refurbished and maintained with help from funding from
Southern Water. A request was made to have a memorial bench in the
cemetery but this was denied as a decision was made 3 years
There are no grants to support local Jubilee Events. ago not to have additional memorial benches; consideration
There is a new email system in place to ensure that TDC is always given to locations elsewhere in the village.
Officers respond to emails in a timely fashion.
The subject of traffic in Tothill Street was raised again and
Cllr. Quittenden agreed to look at the situation again.

April 2022 Minster Matters 17

Reupholstery Service SANDWICH FOLK & ALE 2022 FESTIVAL
Based in Manston
The Sandwich Folk & Ale has been running for ten years and after a
Rekindle the love for your furniture. two-year break due to the Covid pandemic, the Festival is expanding to
Think twice before buying new! heights it has not reached before. Key locations are the Guildhall
Forecourt, Market Street and the Quay. Each location will have music,
Are your dining chairs looking tired? stalls and themed entertainment over the weekend.
Sofa/Chair Seats Sagging?
Arm Pads Flat? The Sandwich Folk & Ale Committee will put on a great event that is
Headboards & free and welcoming to residents and visitors. We aim to power up a
Bedroom Chairs Recovered diverse, eclectic and vibrant music festival from within the Folk tradition
alongside World music, stalls and learning experiences. There will be
For more information or to discuss more appreciation for Ale and other beverages (alcoholic and non-
your requirements, please contact alcoholic) during the Festival, as well as the history of Folk, drinks and
Sandwich town. And of course there will be Morris Dancers and other
Robin on 01843 491 452 performers!

Email: [email protected] We are including a Vintage Fun Fair amusement park over the
weekend on the Quay green opposite several stalls and a performance
E K Handyman stage.

Folk Market Thursday & Friday with Ales, stalls and acoustic live
music/entertainment. The core of the Festival will remain Friday-Sunday,
but for the first time we are including Folk & Ale entertainment across
the town Monday-Thursday. The committee will be sponsoring these
businesses during the week to put on Folk acts, and encouraging them
to put on their own events and entertainment. W

We're all keen Folk & Ale fans who have come together to put on a
great event for the community we love. This is truly going to be a dream
come true to once again be able to put it on after a two year hiatus.

The place to be in Kent between 27th June and 3rd July is going to be
Sandwich!

For any enquiries including sponsorship, stall booking, volunteering
and anything else, please contact the Chairman, Richard Harris, on
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Covid-19 VACCINATION PROGRAMME – UPDATE REMINDER:
The Vaccine Centre which is now located adjacent “Wickes Building Supplies” and “Curry's Electrical Store” and
known as (“Thanet Broadstairs”) Local Vaccination Service (LVS)
There is plenty of car parking on site and it is on various bus routes, AND WILL BE OPEN every Tuesday and Thursday
afternoon from 2pm to 5pm and every Saturday from 8am to 5pm, so if you are not fully jabbed yet just drop-in -
no appointment necessary!

Spring Booster Campaign
With effect from 21st March all those aged 75 and over will be eligible for an additional vaccination, but there must
be a minimum of 6 months since your last vaccine, eligible patients will be notified by the surgery in due course. Also,
with effect from 4th April all children aged between 5 - 11 years old will be eligible for a vaccine.
With Covid-19 cases now steadily rising throughout the country and an increase of patients in hospital PLEASE; DO
NOT GET COMPLACENT!
Cases in Thanet are still worryingly high, especially throughout schools, and there is no shortage of vaccines, so if you
are not fully jabbed or even double jabbed, PLEASE DON’T DELAY GET YOURS TODAY! Vulnerable and Immune
Suppressant patients are also now eligible for a 4th vaccine, so if you have not received your invitation, please contact
the surgery.
For further information see the “MINSTER SURGERY” Facebook page.

“FACE TO FACE” Appointments
Patients will continue to receive a telephone consultation from a doctor before being offered an appointment with
the relevant healthcare professional. Currently 79% of patients are receiving a “Face to Face” appointment where

necessary.
PLEASE NOTE IT IS STILL mandatory to “WEAR FACE
MASKS” when attending the Surgery, Vaccination Clinic
or any NHS facility. Thank you.

Surgery Closure Days
Easter Holidays: Good Friday 15th April : Easter Monday
18th April

Repeat Prescriptions
Please ensure you have sufficient medication to last
throughout the holiday period submit request at least 3
working days beforehand to allow processing time at
surgery and your chemist. Requests submitted prematurely
will be held until the due date, unless a specific reason is
given.
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 Meeting
Our next meeting will be held on Monday 4th April, 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 821 200, Jeanne
Lawrence on 821 049 or email [email protected]

April 2022 Minster Matters 19

Anita’s Flowers PCSO’s REPORT
@ Greens of Minster Hello all,
ASB – Anti Social Behaviour.
24A Monkton Road I thought that I would take the time this
Minster month to talk about ASB.
The legal definition of ASB is –
CT12 4EA Conduct that has caused or is likely to
T: 01843 822 212 cause harassment, alarm or distress.
M: 07889 308 748 Conduct capable of causing nuisance or annoyance to a
E: [email protected] person in relation to a person’s residential premises
Facebook: anitas flowers at greens Conduct capable of causing housing related nuisance or
annoyance to any person.
Free local delivery Key words being HARRASSMENT, ALARM, DISTRESS,
NUISANCE, ANNOYANCE.
ASB can include, noise, neighbour disputes, vandalism,
criminal damage, shouting and swearing, intimidation to
name but a few.
We are experiencing some intermittent ASB in the village
at the moment with the throwing of items, particularly eggs,
at residents’ properties. As we as adults know, this type of
behaviour can be frightening to vulnerable people and a
complete nuisance to many others. Why should a resident
have to go out with soapy bucket of water and clear away
mess from the front of their property or car or whatever
item the egg has hit. This is also deemed as non-permanent
criminal damage and the culprits, when they are caught, will
be named on a crime report.
Our homes are our private space, our sanctuaries and it is
completely unacceptable for anybody to assume that is is
funny or clever to cause any type of disruption to a persons’
quality of life.
If you witness or are the victim of or even if you know who
is causing any type of ASB at any time please report it
immediately.
 You can report a crime online or via LiveChat at Kent Police.
If you have a hearing or speech impairment, use our
textphone service on 18000. In an emergency, call 999.
On a brighter note, the sun is shining, Spring is definitely
upon us.
I look forward to seeing you around the village.
Stay safe
Debbie 60457

20 Minster Matters April 2022

COMMUNITY WARDEN’S REPORT

Dear Minster
 14th March 2022, was Dog Theft Awareness Day and I know dogs are a big part of village life so I hope this advice
helps keep them safe.

How To Prevent Dog Theft And Keep Your Pet Safe At Home
Keep thieves away from your home and your pup by making sure you have done all of the below.
•Ensure your house and property boundaries are secure – keeping your dog in and intruders out.
•Install a sensor light and fit sturdy locks to garden gates. This will prevent trespassers gaining easy access to your property.
•Join your local Neighbourhood Watch scheme.
•Report any suspicious activity to the police.
•Do you post pictures of your dog on social media? Then regularly review your privacy settings and make sure your address can’t be
identified from your posts.
•Ensure your dog is microchipped, has up-to-date contact details, and is wearing a tag with YOUR name, phone number and address on
it. All of these are legal requirements and will ensure your dog is easily returned, should they go missing.
•Have your dog spayed/neutered. Not only does this mean your pet will be less likely to stray, it may also prevent theft for breeding
purposes.
•If you plan to use services such as a dog walker, groomers, house sitter or a boarding kennel, do your research to ensure you are using a
legitimate and reputable service.
•Do not advertise the fact you own dogs. Avoid placing dog ownership placards or notices on the front of your property.
•If you are a dog breeder, be careful about who you are inviting into your house for viewings.

Keep Your Dog Spottable At All Times
Always knowing where your dog is, means thieves won’t have a chance to get hold of them. Here are a few things to keep in mind when
you’re outside with your pooch.
• Keep an eye on your dog when they are in the garden and never leave them unsupervised.
• When exercising your dog off-lead, always keep them in sight and pay attention to what they are doing.
• Make sure your dog comes back when you call them, regardless of where they are.
• Never leave your dog unattended in a public place - even if it's just for a minute. If you’re going in to a shop or to a café, for example,
why not check if your dog is allowed inside? You may be surprised!
• Likewise, never leave your dog alone in a car. As well as the risk of being stolen, they can also easily overheat.
• Keep up-to-date, clear photos of your dog, making sure to show any distinctive features.

If Your Dog Is Stolen
In the unfortunate case that your dog is stolen, follow our below advice:
• Report the theft to the police, ensuring you get a Crime Reference number and insist that your dog is recorded as stolen and not
missing.
• Report your dog’s disappearance to your microchip provider as they can notify you when your dog has been found.
• Report the theft of your dog to your local authority dog warden. They will notify you should your dog turn up in their kennels.
• Report the theft to missing/stolen animal websites such as DogLost, who help reunite missing pets with their owners by offering free
advice and support.
• Be sure you have plenty of recent pictures of you with your dog. These can come in useful when proving ownership and also showing
what your dog currently looks like (e.g. they may have had their hair cut).
• Social media is a great way to raise awareness of your stolen pet. Post details of the incidence and pictures of your dog, making sure
your settings are on ‘Public’ to reach as many people as possible.
• Post on all the platforms you can and ask your friends and family to do the same.
• Ask your followers to share your posts.
• Search social media platforms. If someone finds your dog, they may have posted about it themselves. So, search for identifying
features and the location your dog was lost. For example, you could try ‘dog found in Kent’ or ‘brown Labrador found.’
• Tag animal charities, vets, microchip database providers and local businesses. Ask them to share your posts.
• Monitor websites and places where thieves may try to sell on your dog (pet shops, notice boards) and notify the police immediately if
you come across anything.
• Contact local animal centres, rescue charities, your local vet and any neighbouring practices, so that they are aware of the incident and
can keep an eye out for your dog.
• Check with neighbours, fellow dog walkers and businesses and consider handing out flyers/posters.
• Approach your local media , including this magazine, who could help publicise your missing dog. This may also be a good way to raise
awareness about the issue and prevent further dogs being stolen.
• If you want to explore your legal options, the Citizens Advice Bureau may be able to assist.

Keep safe Minster
Karl

April 2022 Minster Matters 21

MINSTER FLAG FLYING DIARY
For April

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

Apr 9th Charles & Camilla’s Union
Wedding Anniversary

(17yrs)

Arp 21st H.M Queen (96) Union

Apr 23rd St Georges Day and St Georges
or Union
Prince Louis (4)

Apr 29th William & Catherine’s Union
Wedding Anniversary

(11yrs)

22 Minster Matters April 2022

The Parish Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Minster

Vicar of the Benefice: Vacant

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 823 347

Retired Priest: Canon Peter Gausden 01843 825 374

Reader Emeritus: Mrs Diana Davies 01843 823 817

Benefice Administrator: Mr Matthew Hergest 01843 823 347

[email protected]

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

To arrange a Baptism, Wedding or Funeral, please contact the Parish Administrator,
Mr Matthew Hergest (See above).

April 2022 Minster Matters 23

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

Sunday 3rd Holy Communion at 10.30am
followed by the Annual Parochial
Church Council Meeting

Palm Sunday 10th Morning Worship at 10.30am

Wednesday 13th BCP Morning Prayer (Matins)
at 10.30am

Good Friday 15th The Cross of Christ at 2pm

Easter Day 17th Holy Communion at 10.30am Good Friday

Sunday 24th Morning Praise at 10.30am April 15th at 2pm
St Mary’s Church, Minster
Wednesday 27th BCP Holy Communion at 10.30am
"The Cross of Christ"
For anyone housebound, Easter Holy Communion
can be brought to your home. Through Scripture, hymns,
anthems and prayer
Please phone Sally Willins on 822428
if you would like to make arrangements. we mark Christ’s final hour
on the Cross.

24 Minster Matters April 2022

Kate’s Puddings – What’s Cooking? Box Office, Fordoun Road, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 2BN T: 01843 863701
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correct consistency if you could turn it upside down and nothing [email protected]
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any flaked almonds, so used chopped almonds instead. Patrons - Judi Dench DBE - David Suchet CBE - Julian Fellowes DL

Coffee, Baileys and Almond Roulade Sunday 3rd April at 3pm.
“Patrick Dunn - Piano Concert””
4 egg whites (not too fresh) Music by Bach, Bartok and Gershwin.
8oz/225g caster sugar
1 tsp coffee extract Friday 8th April at 7.30pm, Saturday 9th April at 2.30pm and 7.30pm
2oz/50g flaked almonds Sun 10th April at 2.30pm.

To serve: “The Wind in the Willows”
2 tbsp coffee extract, or Baileys (or both!) Broadstairs Dickens Players will stage this brand new adaption of Kenneth
½ pint/280ml double cream, softly whipped
Dark chocolate (if you wish) Graham’s classic tale with music and original songs.

Friday 15th April at 7.30pm
“Lady Bracknell’s Confinement”
With Paul Doust as Lady Bracknell.
One man, fifty-five minutes, sensational!
A fund raising event for the Broadstairs Dickens Festival.

Preheat the oven to 180 deg C and line a Swiss roll sized tin (12” x Sunday 24th April at 3pm.
14”.30 x 35cm approx) with parchment, cutting diagonally into Bradstow Chamber Ensemble
the corners so the finished roulade has a better shape. Music by Bruch, Poulenc, Bride, Ibert and Messiaen.

Whisk the egg whites until stiff, then slowly add the sugar, a Saturday 30th April at 7.30pm
teaspoonful at a time. Tip the mixture into the prepared tin and “Where is Mrs Christie”
smooth it out evenly using a flat bladed knife dipped in hot water.
Sprinkle on the flaked almonds as evenly as possible. Bake for The mystery of Agatha Christie’s Eleven lost days,
about 12 minutes or so – check, as it will brown quickly. The Starring Liz Grand as Agatha Christie.
meringue should be risen and pale golden. Allow to cool in the
tin. Full details of ticket prices and how to Book on line via our web site
www.sarahthornetheatre.co.uk (booking fees apply)
or ring Ticketsource on 0333 666 4466

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Turn out onto non-stick paper, carefully peeling off the VILLAGE VOICES

parchment.  Whip the cream with Baileys and coffee, so it is semi- Every Wednesday Evening
stiff – you don’t want it pouring out, but you don’t also want it to 6.00pm - 7.30pm
be too solid.

Spread the roulade with the whipped cream, then roll up from the At the Salvation Army Hall
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April 2022 Minster Matters 25

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all for …. £7895 all for… £9595 more all for… £10,295

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

Printed by: Jam Print Design & Printing Ltd., Reg. in England No.6421166
28-30 Calne Business Centre, Harris Road, Portemarsh Industrial Estate, Calne, Wiltshire SN11 9PT
Web: www.jamprint.co.uk Email: [email protected] Tel: 01249 823 950 Fax: 01249 824 845