Issue Number 133 : February 2012 ISSN 1755-9502 (Print) : ISSN 1755-9510 (Online) : ISSN 1758-4175 (CD-ROM) Minster Matters Your Friendly Village Magazine E-mail : [email protected]Skype us at: editor.minstermatters Electronic Copy, Podcast and Blog: http://www.minstermatters.org.uk Fax No: 0844 272 9875 Find us on Facebook or Twitter - search for : Minster Matters Published by: Minster Matters, Library & Neighbourhood Centre, 4A Monkton Road, Minster-in-Thanet, Nr. Ramsgate, Kent CT12 4EA UK Logo Prize Giving Where’s the Editor ? Maybe best to look for the crumbs elsewhere in this issue Who’s this young lady? Why is she here? See page 18 CONGRATULATIONS and Our Grateful Thanks to Brenda Saker (above) on her milestone of 10 years working on this magazine and now the longest serving member of the editorial team. Founding Editor, Kelvin said : Brenda was the very first person in Minster to respond to my desperate plea for help with Minster Matters, way back when it had increased to a massive 8 pages! She was instantly involved, out and about and full of enthusiasm, characteristics that have obviously helped her to keep going for 10 years. Congratulations Brenda, many thanks from me, a 'life-saver' at the time when I needed one - as I'm sure you still are! The present team wish to add their congratulations to that and take this opportunity to thank her for all her hard work especially nowadays on delivery day when she foregoes her lie in just in case the courier arrives early. Well Done Brenda .. Here’s to the next 10.. Ray, Amy and the crew Late Night Shopping Ribbon Cutting Picture courtesy of Simon Pickering
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Issue Number 133 : February 2012ISSN 1755-9502 (Print) : ISSN 1755-9510 (Online) : ISSN 1758-4175 (CD-ROM)
Minster Matters Your Friendly Village Magazine
E-mail : [email protected] Skype us at: editor.minstermattersElectronic Copy, Podcast and Blog: http://www.minstermatters.org.uk
Fax No: 0844 272 9875 Find us on Facebook or Twitter - search for : Minster MattersPublished by: Minster Matters, Library & Neighbourhood Centre, 4A Monkton Road, Minster-in-Thanet, Nr. Ramsgate, Kent CT12 4EA UK
Logo Prize Giving
Where’s the Editor ? Maybe best to look for the crumbs elsewhere in this issue
Who’s this young lady?Why is she here? See page 18
CONGRATULATIONSand Our Grateful Thanks to
Brenda Saker (above)on her milestone of 10 years workingon this magazine and now the longestserving member of the editorial team.Founding Editor, Kelvin said :Brenda was the very first person inMinster to respond to my desperateplea for help with Minster Matters,way back when it had increased to amassive 8 pages! She was instantlyinvolved, out and about and full ofenthusiasm, characteristics that haveobviously helped her to keep goingfor 10 years. Congratulations Brenda,many thanks from me, a 'life-saver'at the time when I needed one - asI'm sure you still are!The present team wish to add theircongratulations to that and take thisopportunity to thank her for all herhard work especially nowadays ondelivery day when she foregoes herlie in just in case the courier arrivesearly. Well Done Brenda .. Here’s tothe next 10.. Ray, Amy and the crew
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Minster Parish Councilnext meeting will be held on:
Tuesday 7th February @ 7pmin the Neighbourhood Centre
Members of the public are welcome to attend andcan arrange to speak to the Council through theClerk or by requesting the Chairman before thestart of the meeting. Copies of the Agenda areavailable from the Clerk and are posted in theLibrary. Clerk to the Council is Mrs Kyla Lamband the Council Office is normally open from:-
The Editors accept all advertisements, articlesand notices in good faith and activelyencourage the support of the local traders andservices.However, we cannot be held responsible for thequality of goods or services offered.Please mention the magazine when replying toadvertisers.Note however that due to lack of recordingspace we do not copy our advertisersinformation to the audio CD’s.The magazine and CD are published eleventimes a year, at the beginning of each month,from February to December, inclusive.Disclaimer: Views expressed herein are strictlythose of their author and do not necessarilyagree with those of the Editor and/or theeditorial team.
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MINSTER - How To Find UsFor those looking to use a Sat Nav
to locate the villagethe Library at 4A Monkton Road
is the approximate centre of the villageand the postcode there is CT12 4EAGPS/OS Map co-ordinates for the
village square are TR 309 64751.33 N, 1.33 E or 51° 20’ N, 1° 18’ E
SPIROMETER MICRO LABWe are very pleased to report that, following the presentation
of the equipment to the surgery before Christmas, it is in constantuse at the surgery, saving patients valuable time and expense bynot having to travel to hospital for such an appointment.
So once again, we would like to thank everyone for theirsupport, generosity and kind donations, which enabled us to achieveour target so far ahead of schedule.
PARKING DIFFICULTIES AND TRAVEL SURVEYWith the continual difficulties being experienced by those
using the surgery car park, a survey will be held to help identifythe most practical solutions to the problems being caused. Severalproposals have been suggested, but we feel it is important that ourpatients are given the opportunity to express their views and putforward their suggestions.
Therefore, during the next few weeks, a questionnaire will begiven to all patients who attend for an appointment and we askeveryone to spend a few minutes completing the survey.
****Please remember – It is your surgery and you all deserve to have your say!****
In the meantime we would ask patients to only use the carpark when extremely necessary and try to use the village car parksor other on-street parking, especially on the occasions when thereare “Mobile Health or Scan Units” operating in the car park.
Thank you for your help, co-operation and above all, patience!
SURGERY TRAINING DAYSPlease note that the surgery will close at 12.00noon on the
following days for the purpose of staff training:Tuesday February 21st and Thursday 15th MarchShould you need to see a doctor during these times then please
call “Doctors on Call” via the normal surgery number – 821333.Or you can also call “NHS Direct” on 0845 46 47 for confidentialhealth advice and information for you and your family. Thankyou.
PATIENT GROUP MEETINGAt the time of “going to press” the date of February’s meeting
had yet to be finalized, so in the meantime, if you have any issuesyou would like to raise or require further information on any ofthe above, then please contact:
KEN SELF on 821200 or JEAN TAYLOR on 845072And Finally!
As this is the first issue of “Minster Matters” in 2012 wewould like to wish all our Patients and friends
****A VERY HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR****2L/5
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Minster Matters 5February 2012
Brenda
Amy
Ray
Keith
Katie
Nora
Diane
Eve
EDITORIALWelcome to our first issue of 2012, and the
first one ever printed in Litho print. Let’s hopeit looks as good if not better than previousissues.
We’ve struggled this month to get in asmuch as we could of everything that we’vereceived that’s why it’s another 32 page issue,so if we’ve left anything out then we apologise.
What an exciting day I had on Saturday 21st
February, firstly I joined over 140 others to‘walk’ the new tunnel under the railway atCliffsend, then this afternoon I attended myfirst ever beetle drive and came away theoverall winner with a tin of Roses chocolatesfor my efforts.
The walk this morning was quite pleasant even though it wasblowing quite hard….dull and windy when we set off on foot fromthe Minster side, only to find it still windy but actually quite sunnyon the Ramsgate side. (Couple of pictures on page 30)
Earlier this week I inveigled an invite to McDonalds on themorning Sir Roger Gale was present, thanks to our Carnival Queen,Clara, who also told me her sister Molly was going to be there in herrole as Miss Kent Galaxy, so thank you Clara, Molly and your Mumespecially for the much needed coffee when I arrived. Havingjoined in with the photo shoot I then received a conducted tour ofthe premises plus the added bonus of having a free breakfast wrapand a coffee.
We are again looking for one or two volunteers to join our teamsee my plea on page 14 of this issue.
The office opening went well and I have written some thankyou’s elsewhere in this issue, however I forgot to say a special thankyou to my Uncle who kindly made us a stand for the braille
embosser at such short notice, so thank you Ron it was much appreciated and itdoes the job just fine.
Space is limited this month so here’s just wishing you all a very Happy NewYear, see you again next month. Usual final question…Where’s Zac ??
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Applications are invited from residents wishing to beconsidered for co-option to the Parish Council. Would thosepersons wishing to be considered please apply to Mrs. Kyla Lamb,Clerk to the Council, setting out their personal details andexperience and any involvement they may have had serving thecommunity and why they would like to be considered for co-option to the Council.
Applications should be addressed to the Clerk to the Council at4a Monkton Road, Minster CT12 4EA to be received by
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Minster Matters6 February 2012
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KAREN’S RECOUNT ON CHRISTMAS 2011Christmas TreesOnce again they went up and they came down. No, the magic fairy didn’t wave her magic wand, but Karen did, and the usual group of
volunteers turned out for two mornings of twiddling and untwiddling, climbing ladders and braving the needles.Thank you all so much, such a small group of people (some of whom are from out of the village) making such a big difference in the village.Also thanks to Clive Attwell for hosting the ‘event’ and Roy Bailey who took the trees to Howletts for the primates to eat and play with.A huge thank you to Roger Thomson who checks every set of lights and keeps them working throughout the Christmas period, you’re an
absolute star.Any business who haven’t yet paid for their tree please see Karen in Attwells.Finally thanks to Envy for their donation and all who contributed in the collection tin in Attwells.
Late Night ShoppingLuke Lucas, accompanied by Miss Minster and her Princesses, started off the official countdown to Christmas in the village at Late Night
Shopping by switching on the New Inn lights, followed by carols sung beautifully by Minster School Choir. A big thanks to them and MrsHorton for making us so proud of our school.
Minster Salvation Army followed this by playing carols for the crowd.Minster Mayhems and their guests entertained the crowds waiting to visit Santa in his Grotto.Huge thanks to Margaret and Jack for supplying and decorating the Grotto and thanks to
Santa for fitting us into his busy schedule.None of this would happen without all these people giving up their time and the businesses
opening to provide another one of Minster’s Special Events.Thank you to you all.
And FinallyKaren and Jenny would like to thank everyone for their Christmas presents, Christmas box
and cards, and wish all their customers (friends) a very happy and healthy new year.
MINSTER APPEARS TO BE LOSING ITS VILLAGE IDENTITY TO BIGBUSINESS - A Reader’s View
Within the past few years we have seen the building of two hotels, a garage that sellsexpensive fuel and foodstuffs, and now a drive in McDonald’s.
Already McDonald’s litter is turning up in my garden after just a week of the establishmentbeing open.
I object to being forced to endure the fallout from greedy businesses with nothing morethan profit in mind.
(Name and address supplied)Editors note: Having spoken to the Manager, he has said to me that if anyone sees litter
that is obviously from McDonalds, anywhere in the village, then he wants to know about itand he will send someone out to clear it up. For myself, I have personally seen their litter
picking patrols out in Tothill St doing a tremendous job on numerous occasions this firstweek of their trading, and they were picking up everything not just McDonald's rubbish!!
Whilst I can sympathise with the reader’s view, everyone of those businesses are givingemployment to people from Minster and the local area and whilst technically they are inMinster they are far enough out not to have had any visual impact on the village itself. Noneof us will ever stop progress and like it or not it is now there and we have to live with it, solet's try to welcome them into our community, rather than bicker about rubbish, after all itisn't McDonalds that are throwing it everywhere it is the general public just like ourselveswho are the culprits.
From a concerned resident -Just to let residents of Minster know that a ‘fake charity’ is collecting in Minster. They aredistributing genuine looking collection bags (one of which I received today -see picture).They are white with Pink writing on them and use a Pink ribbon similar to that used forgenuine Breast Cancer charities. This is aprivate company called “Intersecond Ltd”and various trading standards departmentshave never been able to track down anycharitable status in Lithuania. The bestadvice I have read is to turn the bag insideout and give any unwanted items to agenuine local charity! There is plentyabout this ‘fake charity’ on the Internetshould you wish to satisfy yourself. (name and address supplied)
Editor’s note: We checked with Thanet District Council to see if ‘Intersecond Ltd’ arelicensed for house to house collection in this area and the Regulatory Services Managerconfirmed that they are.So legally they are doing nothing wrong but morally their work is more questionable.
Minster Matters 7February 2012
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THANK YOU FROM BOB GROVEI wish to thank all the loyal customers that I have had the pleasure of meeting over the
past 10 years. As much as I am looking forward to my retirement, I felt rather sad at thefinal closure of The Attic. Minster has been great and the people have been very good tome, thank you all very much. I also thank Jim and Lorraine. They gave me loyalty andalways willing to step in at short notice, I could not have continued for as long withoutthem.
I was pleased to pass on the pet food side of the business to Greens of Minster, I knowso many pet owners will be glad to still be able to get their pet food in the village, also thewild bird seed.
My retirement does not mean that I will be idle, far from it. The District Council keepsme very busy. I am always available on my mobile 07711774262, or via the Parish Counciloffice on 821339 where instead of monthly surgeries I will make appointments as and whenI am contacted regarding any issues you may wish to discuss.
I will also continue with the clock repairs. Again, you can contact me on my mobile07711774262 and I can give a quote on repairs, cleaning and servicing with collection anddelivering. Thank you everyone for your loyal custom, I will miss chatting with you on adaily basis, but I know I will see you very often in the village.
Happy new year to you all from Bob, Jim and Lorraine.
CHRISTMAS THANKS FROM REV’D BOB COLESI would like to give a big “thank you” to everyone who helped make our celebrations
of Christmas such wonderful occasions.First of all to those who supported the Gift Service. This year, we again collected
scholars packs containing basic school materials for children in Africa. It was anotherexcellent response and I will give further details next month.
Then there was the marvellous turn out for the Carols. Thanks to the Margate SalvationArmy Band for playing at the Lychgate , the School Choir for singing to us, Roy Baileyfor the P.A. system, Jonathan Cole for the lights and those who provided drinks and mincepies afterwards. £200 was collected on behalf of the RNLI.
Thanks too to all who came to our Christingle Service, Christmas Eve Special, MidnightMass or Christmas Morning Communion.
Finally, thanks to all those who decorated the church and to Chris Randall, our organist,and the choir for leading the worship.
It all added up to another really wonderful Christmas Celebration.
MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNINGMinster Library are holding a Coffee Morning in aid of Macmillan
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…. The Salvation Army and many others. Christmas plans this year completely changedowing to circumstances beyond our control, however, thanks to the overwhelming help from friendsand neighbours it was not as disastrous as we anticipated.
Our heartfelt thanks to the Salvation Army and their many helpers, they really are superb. Theycooked and delivered a three course Christmas meal to our homes and also supplied a tea of sandwiches,mince pies, trifle and Gifts. Thanks to Audrey and Vereena for their speedy delivery and nice hotfood. The Salvation Army are renowned for the support and help world wide God Bless them.Special thanks to our good friends Esther and also John Steed for their support at all times.
A happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year to you all. From Robert and Gwen Heath andMillie Milhenstedt.
…all friends of Eileen Hickman of Brockmans Close, who has unfortunately been takeninto full time care at Port Regis West Wing. Her family would like to thank all her friends for their
support over the last years of this very distressing illness. With special thanks to all theDoctors and staff at Minster Surgery for their care and patience.
We would also like to thank Doreen Smith and Shirley Quinney, without whom,Mum would not have been able to live alone for so long. Her neighbour Janet, who hasprovided friendship and guidance, to Georgina, Bet and Dave Smith and everyone elsein the village, too numerous to mention personally.
Our very special thanks go to Paula Oldbury her Carer, who not only became afriend to Mum,but also a supportive friend to us.. Anyone being cared for by Paula is avery lucky person. Thank you all - Julie, Colin, Kevin, Andrew and family.
…all who have supported Lil and Esther in 2011 to raise money for thePilgrims Hospices. Special thanks to Mortons Fork, Envy, Chemists and Bens, alsoto Bob Grove late of the Attic for all his help to us. We raised £3,099.48 in Minsterduring 2011.
…all who kindly saved their stamps and forwarded to Mary Lord for thegood cause of the Donkey Sanctuary.
…all the wonderful children and parents who kindly gave lovely Christmasgifts to Jackie and Wendy in the Office at Minster CEP School. Happy New Year toyou all.
…all who supported the Poppy Appeal 2011. The Minster &Monkton Royal British Legion Branch would like to announce that theFunds raised to date for the Poppy Appeal Year 2011 is £8072.97. TheTotal overall figure will be stated shortly when all monies and funds havebeen finalised. Many thanks to you for your continued support in thisCharity.
…Minster Primary School children for singing carols to us again this year. Themorning they came round, they were so sweet and sang beautifully for us, and we wereall very grateful indeed. Yvonne.
…all the local businesses who kindly made donations to the school to gotowards our Christmas Fair in December. We had a fantastic time. Santa came inhis sleigh with three of his reindeer to which the children were able to touch and feedcarrots. We raised a fantastic sum of £742 and could not have achieved this withoutyour support so once again “Thank You”. Stevie and the PFA Team.
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MINSTER-IN-THANET WIAt the busy January meeting, after paying their annual subscriptions and
receiving their programmes for the year, members listened to a very detailedillustrated talk by midwife Kate Humphreys, describing the voluntary work done withcolleagues to improve midwife services in a remote area of Ethiopia, where support formany mothers is extremely primitive or non-existent, resulting in high mortality rates forboth mothers and babies.
Members voted to support a resolution at the East Kent WI Annual Council Meetingin March calling on all cyclists to wear safety helmets and high visibility clothing.
Details were given of some extra events and outings, including a Wine and Wisdomevening on Saturday March 10th in the village hall.
MINSTER SHOWThe planning has started for this year's Show. Many thanks again for the supportlast year, we made £2 profit towards this year's Show (just in case you missed
the AGM).We do need to ask for volunteers again for a variety of jobs around the grounds on
the day - especially marshalling cars and pedestrians. We are always aware that St Mildred'sRoad gets very congested and we want to be able to ease this. If you are interested pleasecontact Karen in Attwells, or Dominique on 821795.
Thank you.MINSTER MAYHEMSYes we are still going - but need some more dancers to fill the ribbons
around the Maypole and learn the Morris dances. If you enjoy Folk Week andare between 7 and 18 this could be just what you are looking for.
Come and meet us on a Friday 5-6 pm during term-time in the Old Schools; and thendance out at Folk Festivals and in the village during the Summer.
The cost is £1 towards the hire of the Hall per person; and uniform is provided fordancing out.
Minster Mayhems are getting a reputation for being an excellent children's side atevents and we would like to keep this going.
Contact Dominique on 821795 if you are interested, or just turn up and meet us.MINSTER BOWLERSCongratulations to Minster Bowlers: Pam Cooper, Diana Hughes, David Martinand Len Cooper on winning the Warners Holiday Bowls Tournament.Best wishes in the next round at Hayling Island.
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MINSTER ARMBOUTS CAPPELTWINNING ASSOCIATIONSaturday 3rd December at 7.30pm was our Quiz Night. We had eight
tables with teams numbering from four members to nine, and all had a great time.Thanks to the Royal British Legion for all their input. Two of the raffle prizes werewon, re-donated and auctioned. Prospective new members came along to check us outand everything looks positive for a good New Year. We are starting with a £240 profitfrom our quiz.
Look out for details of a race night so that we can continue to have fun and raisefunds!
Dates for your diary are:27th May – Anniversary Celebrations at the Village Hall3rd June – Fun Day with a Royal Jubilee flavourOur new member Alex is a French speaker, as are Shaun and Chris, and they want
to contact others at any stage of their learning in the language. On offer is Frenchconversation for beginners, intermediates and advanced students of any age. Conversationgroups are invaluable in furthering linguistic abilities. The idea is to network to findother locals to help and be helped in developing French skills. As we are the TwinningAssociation, we want to promote this and encourage contact between our villagers andArmbouts-Cappel villagers. It would be so good if we all understood each other better.
Please contact Heather on 826406, or [email protected], to expressyour interest and we will get back to you.
THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION WOMEN’S SECTIONThe Minster & Monkton Branch have had another successful year in 2011. Through monthly meetings and fund raising events we were able to donate £2,460
to the Women’s Section Headquarters, therefore being able to support its variousbenevolent schemes. The work of the Women’s Section in the main is to supportEx-Servicewomen, wives of Ex-Servicemen and their children, the help that is given iswide ranging and varied.
The Minster and Monkton Women’s Section would like to thank everyone who hassupported them through the past year, making this amount possible. We do fullyunderstand that it would not be possible for all our members to attend meetings, butanyone who has an item they would like to donate as a Raffle or Tombola prize it wouldbe very much appreciated.
New members are always most welcome. - Miriam Smith. 822589.
THE SALVATION ARMYMINSTERWe would like to thank all those who helped in any way on Christmas Day
– making it a special Christmas for those who would have been alone. We hope you enjoyed giving yourself on this special day. It was much appreciated.
We ask that God will bless you in your kindness to others.Captains Bryn & Lyn Hargreaves
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PLG CHRISTMAS BAZAARBIRCHINGTON LADY WINS FIRST PRIZE ON HER 80TH BIRTHDAYMrs Ethel Harris won the first prize - A CHRISTMAS MEAL FOR 4
PEOPLE AT THE SMUGGLER S RETREAT RESTAURANT and waspresented with her prize at her 80th Birthday party by the group, in the companyof Father Christmas and his Elf kindly donated by The Premier Inn Hotel andRestaurant at Minster.
She was clearly delighted with her prize and said that she would now beable to take her family out for a proper Christmas Treat! The remaining topthree prizes were won by Mrs Clements from Margate and Claire from Minster.
A full list of all the prize winners in our Christmas Raffle, are displayed inthe Surgery waiting room, or further details can be obtained from Ken Self onThanet 821200.
ROTARY CLUB OF RAMSGATE ASSISTS SANTAIN DELIVERING PRESSIESThe Rotary Club of Ramsgate carried out its usual toy collection in the run-up
to Christmas helping Father Christmas on his sleigh collect presents from sevenlocal primary school, including the Minster CEP School. Santa is shown with somepupils from the school and members of the club.
The presents were taken to KCC Social Services Department who arranged forthem to be distributed to local disadvantaged children.
Ramsgate Rotary Club President Pat Doyle said: “I’d like to express our sinceregratitude to all the pupils, parents and teachers involved for their wonderful generosityand to our friends at the KCC for their kind help. Thanks to all their kindness manylocal children had a brighter Christmas than otherwise would have been the case.
“I’d also like to thank all the Minster residents who generously put money in our collection boxes during our tour ofMinster with Father Christmas on his sleigh on the 15th December, which enabled us to raise £324.05. This will be donatedto charities and good causes, including the Coronary Care Unit and Cancer Care Appeal at the QEQM Hospital.”
The Rotary Club of Ramsgate welcomes enquiries about membership from people of both sexes and all ages. Formore information about the club, please visit www.rotary1120.org/ramsgate.
Minster Matters ……We are in need of recruiting a volunteer who is computer literate and would be willing to learn howto use Serif Pageplus, or someone who already knows a bit about this software, to come and join our small team as a co-editor andhelp with the final layout of the magazine prior to publication.
If you are interested you would need to be available most of the time over each publication weekend, that is the weekend of eachmonth, except December, that follows the 3rd Friday, and maybe one or two evenings of the week leading up to that time.
It is not an arduous task, in fact it can be quite rewarding, but it can also be a bit of a lengthy process, ensuring that as much of thecopy we receive is published each month and the layout follows a set pattern (or as close to as is possible)
Amy, who does most of it, more or less singlehandedly, at present, with some supporting input from the Editor, is about to take ona lot more out of hours work to advance her career and therefore cannot guarantee being able to give us the time we need to completethe magazine by our deadline each month.
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The afternoon of Sunday 3rd Junewill see a thousand boats gather on theriver Thames in celebration of theQueen’s Diamond Jubilee. It will be thelargest flotilla in modern times on theriver with rowing boats, working boats,historic boats and pleasure vessels of allshapes and sizes beautifully dressed with
streamers and Union Jacks, stretching foran estimated twelve and a half miles.
‘SHEEMAUN’ owned and skipperedby Dr Rodney Pell (Minster resident),crewed by Navigation Officer Maura Pell,Hon. Executive Officer Tim Hunt andHon. Petty Officer Dr Charles Philips ofthe City Livery Company is honouredto have been selected to take part in theThames Diamond Jubilee Pageant. Shewill be proudly representing NationalHistoric Ships UK and as Flagship of TheLittle Ship Club, London.
It will be a once in a lifetime momentfor all of us aboard SHEEMAUN in ourrole as part of this glorious moment inour rich royal history.
LOCALLY OWNED VESSEL ‘SHEEMAUN’ TO TAKE PART IN THE THAMES DIAMOND JUBILEE PAGEANT
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I just wanted to say a massive THANK YOU to all who donated towards the
sponsored triathlon that I completed on 22nd October to raise money for the St.
Thomas Lupus Trust, CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young) and to help fund my
participation in a project teaching disadvantaged children in Cambodia.
I completed the three stages of the triathlon as follows: 400m swim in 15.42 (in
Whitstable), 5km cycle in 15.57 (from Reculver) and 2.5km run in 15.52 (to Minnis
Bay). To date, I have successfully raised £468 that is going to be split between the
three causes – Thank you so much! The generosity I have encountered has been
astounding!
I have just returned from Cambodia – Alongside working in the classroom, I also
taught dance classes for the children and helped with arts and crafts. It was an
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immensely enlightening experience! I only hope that I made as much of an impact
on the people out there as they did on me. Cambodia is a beautiful country with
highly resilient, warm and friendly people.
The school I taught at alongside other volunteers is called SHCC (Self Help
Community Centre) and is a Non Government Organisation that provides a safe
environment for over 1000 disadvantaged children and young adults in the Kro Bei
Riel Community, Siem Reap, Cambodia. SHCC offers educational and vocational
opportunities including English classes, Pre-school programmes, organic farming,
arts and crafts, computer studies, sports education and education on hygiene.
Their aim is to continually explore ways to improve the quality of life and
prosperity for its residents. While out there I was lucky enough to hang out with
locals, with them teaching the other volunteers and myself as much Khmer as we
taught them English! I was also lucky enough to be invited to a local wedding, which
was an experience that will never be forgotten. Cambodians like their music loud,
are incredibly friendly even to people they have only just met, and they know how to
party! Take a look at the photos here! With immense thanks, Katie
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On Tuesday 20th December 2011we found that our metal shed had beenbroken into, nothing was taken and itwas believed to be opportunists whomaybe thought we kept alcohol there asthe empty bottles are stored outside ofthere.
On the following Wednesdayevening, 28th December there was abirthday party at the restaurant, we wentto bed at about 1a.m. In the morningmy mother noticed that my car driver’swindow was smashed (it was in our carpark under the street light), on furtherinvestigation, the sat nav had beenstolen. Police were informed.
About half hour later I was lookingfor my van keys which were not wherethey had been left on the hook. Whilewe were looking for them, I noticed thatthe float cash box behind the bar hadgone. We then stopped everything andhad a good look around. The van andcar keys had been stolen, the MP4player and the float tin containing £200.£70 that had been left under a glassbehind the bar, the tips money (we
believe to have been about £100 andapproximately £60-£70 Christmaspudding money. But the worst bit of allwas that they stole a box with £160 thatwas the Hospice Raffle money, theyclearly knew what this was for as theraffle ticket book was in it and the raffleprizes were still on the shelf awaitingcollection.
Police came and we were advisedby a witness that two people were seenbeside my car at 1.30a.m on theThursday morning, following two loudbangs being heard - it is unfortunate thatthey did not ring the Police or contactus.
The empty box for the raffle moneywas found in a garden, some keys andother odd bits found in the driveway ofthe Old Vicarage, a tin of sweets foundin the grounds of The Old Chapel andanother few items found that were takenaway for forensic evidence.
There were guests in both roomsthat night but unfortunately no oneheard anything to be able to alert us tothis. To say we are disappointed is an
understatement, it is the most awfulfeeling to know that someone has beenin your property when you are in bed -it is like Fort Knox now.
However, we have beenoverwhelmed with the support andgenerosity of villagers, particularly thenew Landords of The Bell, Chris andKaren who very kindly donated asubstantial sum from their own moneyto our Charity. Another neighbour,who will know who they are, whosekindness brought Liz to tears. Peoplehave come in making donations to theraffle money, buying more raffle ticketsand donating prizes.
We thank each and every person fortheir kindness during this time andrestoring our faith in our village. Thepeople who have done this, know whatthey have done and I pray to god thatthey are never in a position when theyor someone they love is in need of theservices of the Pilgrims Hospice thatthey so callously stole from.
Shaun Newstead
MOLLY WALSH-KEANEY CROWNED MISS KENT GALAXYMolly Walsh-Keaney, 20, recently beat over 100 competitors to win the title of Miss Kent Galaxy and will now represent
the county at the England finals in March, where she will compete against finalists from across the UK.Galaxy Pageants UK is the second largest, fastest growing and most inclusive competition of it's kind, expecting finalists
to be well rounded, socially responsible individuals. Molly is currently studying Law at Kent University and will then commencetraining to become a barrister. She is a trustee of a Kent dog rescue centre, where she is helping them to try and change legislationon irresponsible dog breeding, and is also active in local charities.
Molly feels participating in the pageant has been a really good experience and would encourage other young girls to enteras it is a fantastic confidence boost. I'm sure the village is behind Molly and wishing her the best of luck.
Molly also attended the opening of McDonald’s along withSir Roger Gale (seen below).
BREAK-INS AT MORTON’S FORK
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A few months ago I discovered thatyear 2011 denoted 100 years of footballin Minster.
Mr Lou Hammond showed me aphotograph of the 1949/50 team andpointed out who they were. I was only6 at the time but I did recognise oneplayer, my uncle Sid Downs, who livedin Monkton Road. The players werewearing their kit but three others werewearing coat and hat. One of these wasthe team cartoonist. He drew a weeklyposter which was displayed in thewindow of the barber, Doug Kirk, orthat of the ladies hairdresser. Can youimagine Manchester United having acartoonist and players looking to see ifthey had been picked for the next game?As one gets older it is sometimesamazing how one can recall trivia fromyears before but cannot recall moresignificant events.
Mr Hammond told me a tale aboutmy uncle. They were playing in animportant match with Mr Hammond ascentre half and Sid elsewhere indefence. Lou saw it as his role tomarshal the defence and as such thismeant a fair amount of calling out. Atsome point Sid responded with "whydon't you give it a rest" There was norancour here but it has beenremembered from 60 years ago.
Before the start of the 1959/60season a youth team was started, largelyat the initiative of Mr Razzell althoughI vaguely recall a Scotsman who helped.It was clearly an idea whose time hadcome. Training was the order of the day.A lot of use was made of the recreationground and several of us made use ofthe light summer evenings by cyclingup to RAF Manston for a kickaboutwith some RAF personnel who hadreached lower league status beforejoining up. Our kit duly arrived and inmy opinion was so snazzy that anyopposition would think we weresuperstars. As I recall it was similar to
Newcastle United kit which was whiteand black.
Our first game was against a youthclub from Ramsgate. Their goalkeeper,Cliff Harwood, was a school friend ofmine. Now here is some trivia from 50years ago. Their football captain wasquite short with a boyish face. He turnedup on a motor scooter. It was neither aVespa nor a Lambretta but was a palegreen German model that used a rockerpedal to change gear. Why I rememberthis I shall never know.
At the start of the game there was aceremonial kick off where Mr Razzelltapped the ball from the centre spot to MrAttwell. I do not remember everyone whoplayed and unfortunately I do not knowif there is a photograph. If one exists Iwould really like a copy.
In goal we had the very agileYaroslav Besprato. At left back was AlanRazzell. At right half was myself, JohnRhodes. I was delighted to be in the teambecause at my school, Chatham House,we did not play football. Perhaps theythought it was for the plebs. Somewhereelse in the defence was Ken Liliot. Downthe middle, at either centre half or centreforward, was Ray Razzell. I thought hewas our best all round player. PhilipSackett was one of the inside forwards.I recall Peter Osborne being on the rightwing but I cannot remember if that wasin the inaugural game. Likewise, BusterBaker who was somewhere up front. Asthe game progressed it was clear we hadtheir measure. We were pressing theirgoalmouth when the ball bounced out tome. I put in a low shot that went under thediving body their goalkeeper. I reallysavoured that moment. We did win thegame but the only other thing I rememberwas my school friend saying to me as wecame off the pitch "you have beaten usbut you won’t beat Ramsgate Sportingyouth club" This turned out to be truealthough I cannot recall any detail.
The only other game I recall wason a cold day in the winter when weplayed on either the Betteshanger or theSnowdon Colliery pitch. There was acovered stand for spectators situatedmid-way along the length of one side.There had been a hard frost the previousnight but the weak winter sun hadthawed out the pitch by the starting timewhich would have been around 1pm.However, the sun is low in winter andit turned out that the shadow cast by thiscovered stand had prevented the pitchfrom thawing in one strip. Playing onor crossing in and out of this area madelife difficult. We had a surprise to learnthat there were two or three talentscouts on the touchline. They wereinterested in the goalkeeper of ouropponents. The average age of ourrivals was perhaps two or three yearsolder than us. This was self evident butI recall we set about them with vigour.I cannot recall the score or any specificdetail, but the scouts were impressedenough to come over to Minster on thefollowing Sunday to watch us play.
The outcome was that Ray andYaroslav went up WolverhamptonWanderers for a trial and I had thoughtKen Liliot went for a trial at Gillinghambut a few months ago a member of thefamily told me they knew nothing aboutit. Let me put it down to imperfectmemory and add it to my earliermemory of trivia. Neither Ray norYaroslav got in but the whole YouthTeam effort was a huge event for avillage of the size of Minster at thattime.
That was the end of myinvolvement because my family movedout of the area. I hope there are somepeople around who remember the team.Did it last for example? Have you anymemories of that first year? Let us hopeso. John Rhodes, formerly of 2Prospect Rd and 5 Kenton Gardens.
FOOTBALL IN MINSTER
An Unfortunate Resident of Minster writes:Unfortunately the roof on my convertible mini cooper was slashed by some unknown individuals around the early hours
of Monday morning. My husband and I were away overnight and as they only stole the vehicle service book (and left allpersonal items behind) it would appear to have been a targeted theft.
We are still waiting to hear from the local police although CSI has been out to dust for prints.With this reckless act of vandalism and that of the theft at Morton’s Fork may we remind residents to contact the Police
should they become suspicious of any unusual activity within the village. Working together we can beat crime.
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Puddle Ducks are offering a 10% discount to all Minster Matters readers off your first term.Swimming with your baby is an intensely nurturing experience, offering plenty of eye and
skin contact. It can also be a social time – especially in baby swimming classes. But mostimportantly of all, baby swimming should instil a love of water for the rest of your child’slife.
Puddle Ducks recognise that swimming if a skill for life – and one that can be taught tochildren of any age. In the UK, at least 50 children drown each year and drowning is the thirdmost common cause of death in children under 16. Yet still, 200,000 children leave primary school each year without basicskills needed to survive in the water!
Puddle Ducks has a carefully designed programme which will enable any child to discover the joys of playing andswimming in the water in a fun but safe environment, so come along and try it today!
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MINSTER PARISH COUNCIL UPDATEFrom December Full Council• Agreed Recreation Ground could be used as the Home Ground of the proposed
new Minster Sunday Football Team.• It’s a Knockout Competition for Jubilee celebrations at an estimated cost of
£2500 was agreed in principle by the Council (see page 13 of this issue)From December Operations Committee• Additional dog bins: One to be sited in Sheriffs Court Lane and another at
end of footpath opposite bottom of Way HillFrom January Full Council• McDonalds have been granted a licence for 24hr opening but only for the
Drive Through, the Restaurant will close at 11pm• Notice for Co-Option to the Council to be placed in Minster Matters (see page
pg5 of this issue)• Diamond Jubilee the suggestions submitted by two residents as proposals of
events to celebrate the Jubilee were discussed, but it was agreed by the Councilthat neither will be proceeded with.
• They were to hold a competition to name all the local alleys in the villageand to have an engraved stone embedded in the footway close to the village centre.
From January Planning Committee• The Committee noted planning application TH/11/0823 - provision of solar
panels at 51 Greenhill Gardens had been approved by the Local Planning Authoritysince the last meeting.
• TH/11/01071/1072 – Development of land at St Mildred’s Church – 7 StMildred’s Road – The Chairman reminded Committee that the Parish Council hadsupported the original application for planning approval but that TDC had refusedthe application because of inadequate access arrangements, the impact on trees andthe concerns of the neighbours. – Minster Parish Council, having regard to thegrounds of refusal determined by TDC and the objections and concerns of theneighbours, OBJECT to the current development proposals.
• Land adj.13 Augustine Road- Erection of detached bungalow and detached 2storey dwelling with associated parking (Re-submission following refusal of originalapplication) – Members noted that the applicants had resubmitted an applicationfor the development of this land and had also appealed against the decision of TDCto refuse planning application TH/11/0292.
•The Chairman reported that a request had been received to fell a tree on landat 2 Cheyney Road which was covered by a T.P.O.. Members were also advisedthat the occupier of the premises had already undertaken works to the tree for whichconsent had not been given.RESOLVED: That the Parish Council object to the felling of the tree covered byT.P.O. 9 and that TDC be asked to hold a site visit and that Cllr. Day and PaulWillins attend that visit
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Frank GillettThank you to all Frank’s friends of Minster for joining all my family in the
Celebration of Frank’s life at St. Mary’s Church on December 9th. Looking down on us on that special day Frank would be filled withamazement. We have lived in Minster all our life and loved every
minute of it..Thank You again for the kindness shown to Frank when we walked in
the village in the late stages of his dementia when he did not recogniseold friends, also for your support for me now I have a life without my
husband of 58 years.Minster is still a very special village.
Love to you all - Pam Gillett.2P/6
Thanks from Minster Matters…. we would like to take this opportunity to thank all the members of the HorticulturalSociety for their very generous donation of £100 towards our running costs. It was very gratefully received by all members ofthe editorial team. The editor and his wife were honoured to be invited to the Societies Christmas party where they acceptedthe cheque on behalf of the team. Again thank you all so much.
Without advertising revenue and donations such as this we would be unable to bring you the magazine on a regular basis,free of charge. So every donation no matter how large or how small all goes toward keeping us afloat and delivering a new copyto you all each month. Thank you to everyone who have made donations to us over the past year we really do appreciate your
kindness and generosityThank you also to all those who came along to one of our Office Opening events inDecember, it was good to see so many faces and we enjoyed your company and yourinterest in what we do. Thank you also to Marvyn Attwell who kindly stepped in atvery short notice and cut the ribbon for us. To those of you who didn’t manage to getthere, we can confirm the cake was delicious as were the sausage rolls and mince pies.
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Church Newsand Service Times
St. Mary’s the Virgin, MinsterRev. Bob Coles, 821250
refreshments 10.00am to 11.50am we havebeen invited to join with the parishioners
of Holy Trinity by kind invitation ofRev’d John Richardson. The Theme is
Spring and Renewal.ADVANCE NOTICE
WOMEN’S WORLD DAY OF PRAYERThis year the service has been prepared bythe Christian Women of Malaysia with thetheme “Let Justice Prevail”.It will be held in the Chapel of MinsterAbbey by kind invitation of Mother Nikolaand the Sisters. Friday 2nd March - 2.00pm.The Speaker will be Mrs Margaret Knight
Pay as you play - no membership feesThe Friendly Bowls Club
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Short Mat Bowls Sessions for FebruaryCome along to one of our sessions on a Tuesday or Sundayevening. We are an extremely friendly group and will lend you
bowls to get you started. It’s well worth trying !!
Sunday 26th February - Phoenix Cup. Start 6pm
Sundays Tuesdays
5th 6pm to 9pm 7th 7pm to 10pm
12th 6pm to 9pm 14th No Bowls
19th 6pm to 9pm 21st 7pm to 10pm
26th 6pm to 9pm 28th 7pm to 10pm
TRASH AND TREASURE SALESaturday 11th February, 10.00am – 1.00pm
St. Nicholas-at-Wade ChurchYou may find just what you are looking for, China,
Glass, Books, Jewellery, Antiques, Small Furniture,Unwanted Christmas Presents, etc.
You name it, we might have it. - Tea & Coffeeavailable.
All proceeds towards the maintenance of this Church.
QEQM HOSPITAL LEAGUE OF FRIENDSIt's Pantomime Time - Oh yes it is!
Circle tickets available at Margate's Theatre Royal for theevening performance of the Thanet Police Pantomime,
"The Wizard From Auss"on Friday 17th February.
Tickets cost £10 and that includes pre performancerefreshments in the Circle Bar at 6.15pm
ready for curtain up at 7.00pm.Phone 01843 862225 for tickets.
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SPECIAL GENERAL MEETINGWednesday 15th February @ 7.00pm
Business: To elect a new Chairman and Vice-Chairman
The Salvation Army, MinsterWould you be willing, to spare us an hour or two of your
time, to help out in our Shop. We are looking for volunteersto work in the shop, either front of house, backroom sortingor both.
We have a really friendly team already in place but thereare some days that they could really do with that little bit morehelp.
Think this might suit you? Then please enquire directlyat the shop or contact the Captains by telephone on either822308 or 825178.
Home Visit Volunteers NeededRSPCA representatives work tirelessly to find new, caring
homes for unwanted, neglected, abandoned or cruelly treatedanimals that come into our care.
I am looking for volunteers to carry out home visits forpotential adopters to ensure our animals are re-homed to safeand loving homes. Volunteers are needed in all areas, especiallyin Thanet. Expenses can be claimed and the hours are veryflexible. It can be as little as an hour a week.
Support and training are given for this very rewardingposition.
If you are interested in helping please contact NormaBarnden, South East Region Home Visit Coordinator forthe RSPCA on Tel 01732 848735
Voluntary Vacancies
MINSTER CARNIVAL ASSOCIATION SELECTION DANCE
Girls - will you be a minimum of 14, or under 20,by the end of June 2012?
Would you like to be a part of the Minster Carnival Court?To meet new people and make new friends both in the village
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To be in with this chance of a lifetime just turn up onSaturday 11th February 7.30pm, Minster Village Hall
Entry is free to anyone taking part.Admission for non-entrants is £3.50
Tea and Coffee available otherwise please bring your own drink
Zac’s MusingsLaid in the arnchair the other
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LeprechaunsLeprechauns are people who dress in green and have a hatwhich looks like a beer bottle. Their lucky symbol is a cloverleaf and St Patrick’s Day is to celebrate their being. They areoriginally from Ireland but supposedly mythical creatures.Leprechauns are meant to be fairy shoemakers, but they onlymake one shoe. Leprechauns are believed to look aged, andthere is a myth about them having a pot of gold at the end ofthe rainbow. It is believed that if you take your eye off onethen he and his gold will disappear forever.
by Livvy and Jade
Santa`s visit to MinsterToday was magical, head of houses and perfects or should Isay prefects, met Santa clause. He told we were all very goodand if we keep it up we will have Christmas presents as big asthe Christmas tree! He told us that he saw Robert Wellardwaiting at the window for a glimpse of him.Any way he did come for a reason and his reason was: Allaround Minster many of the public had been very generous togo and spend their money on presents for the less fortunatepeople and we got to place them on his sleigh ready for all thegirls and boys.So all of Minster and all those children and Santa need to saya massive THANK YOU so here you go THANK YOU to thoseindividuals and the public
J by Emily Giardina
The School Christmas Fayre The Christmas Fayre is where the whole school were invitedto a Fayre that is held in the school. They didn’t have to go ifthey didn’t want to. There wass a Santa’s grotto where yougot a present and a picture. My Mum was doing drinks andfood, in the hall. Also in the hall was a raffle, a bouncy castle,candy floss and popcorn. In red class you could decorateChristmas signs and little clay models and you can get normaltattoos or glitter ones (you could chose which type and thetype of picture). In Indigo class there were lots of prizes to bewon and lots of things to buy. So if you missed it you shouldhave come to the school Christmas Fayre on the 1st December.
by Arianne Daw
WhalesThere aren’t many species of the whale.My favourite whale is the killer whale, but did you know...Whales are over hundred feet long.Whales are the biggest animals in the world.Whales live in water but they breathe air.
by Grace Mcdonald
KittensKind, Cute KittensI Love Little KittensTiny Balls Of FluffTucked Up In Little BlanketsEvery Kitten Is CuteNice Kind KittensSweet Little Kittens
by Aliya
Dogs and CatsDogs and cats are so so so so so so cute because they areplayful. With cats you can hold them and dogs you can playgames with, like throw a ball. You can go to the park withthem. And cats go out by themselves and run around cats anddogs are so cute. Dogs and cats are cute.
by Beatrice Cocks
My Ballet ShowMy show is on the last weekend in February, at the WinterGardens. It is fun and fabulous. I practice all day and every daythat’s all I like to do.In ballet you go on your very tip toes but you have to put yourballet shoes and your leotard on, otherwise you get told off.
by Martha Mumby
ChristmasChristmas is a time to cheer!!!On Christmas you see friends far or nearLook at Rudolf the reindeerHe is very funny you start to cheer!!!Have some figgy pudding its all clearI like figgy pudding it makes me cheer!!!Presents are hereCome on now Christmas is here!!!
by Lucy Ward
Editors
this month
were
Mia Waters
& Lucy Ward
Here are acouple of
photos fromthe ‘Walk
Under TheRailway’event atCliffsend
onSaturday
21st
January2012
Approx 140people took
part
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