The Edenbridge Directory - Issue 77 - July/August 2015

The Independent business directory and community magazine for TN8 Issue 77 July/August 2015

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This useful magazine of local businesses and community information is delivered through your door every other month. You can find products and services that are provided by businesses in and around the local area. I hope you find this an invaluable reference point when looking for a local business or service. If you do contact one of the businesses that are advertising in here, please let them know you found then in The Edenbridge Directory.

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Sudoku ........................................................................................................................................................10

Editor’s Note .................................................................................................................................14 & 16

Local Events in July & August ........................................................................................................18

Business Feature: Handelsbanken ...............................................................................................25

Business Feature: appearances ....................................................................................................28-29

Business Feature: Fiona Dashwood Couture ..............................................................................30

Town Diary .................................................................................................................................................32

Community Pages .........................................................................................................................34 & 36

Community Feature: Edenbridge Players ..................................................................................38

Business Feature: The Barrister Broker .........................................................................................40

Business Feature: Howard Cundey Estate Agents ....................................................................42

Local Clubs and Organisations ....................................................................................................44-46

Sudoku Solution ......................................................................................................................................47

Prize Crossword: sponsored by Handelsbanken .................................................................49-50

Useful Numbers .......................................................................................................................................52

Index of Advertisers ..............................................................................................................................54



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I can’t believe we are midway through the year already, the summer solstice has been and gone, and the next season we’ll be welcoming in will be autumn! As I’m writing this I’m still waiting for the heat wave to arrive which they keep promising on the news.

The last couple of months have been busy. Many of you know that I like to get out and about as much as I can to support the local events taking place. I put my dancing boots on for a Rotary Dinner Dance recently at the WI Hall. I may not have won a prize for my fancy dress efforts (the theme was black & white as you might have gathered from the picture) but I had a wonderful evening out with friends. The Rotary Club were fund-raising on the evening for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation

and in total raised £715 for this good cause.

Among other things Russell and I attended a preview evening of an exhibition by the Eden Valley Artists at the TopFoto Gallery on Station Road. We were delighted with our purchase of a textile piece titled “Litter Bug” by Anne McCarthy - an absolute bargain and it looks very smart hanging in our hallway.

Those of you who have been living in the area for a while will most likely remember the restaurant “Honour’s Mill” which is now an office to local company Nautilus Yachting. I thought it would make the perfect venue for a Chamber of Commerce business networking event so I

teamed up with owners Howard and Nicola Richardson of Nautilus Yachting, booked Larmar’s Catering and we had about 30 local businesses attending. The evening was a great success. If you are part of a local business and would like to come along to one of the Chamber events then simply send an email to [email protected] and I’ll add you to the mailing list.

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e latest magazine, don’t forget you can also view it online via the website - www.edenbridgedirectory.co.uk - or I always leave copies at a few outlets around the area (Edenbridge Town Station, The Eden Centre, Royal Mail office).

You may remember my announcement in the last issue about my new radio show which launched at the end of April. I’ve now produced 6 shows and the show is going from strength to strength. It’s about all things community,

charity and fund-raising taking place in Kent and on the county borders. I’ve been promoting Edenbridge rather a lot on the shows, even having local guests into the studio such as Symone Salwan from Home Instead Senior

Care who is also a local dementia expert and we have some more guests from the area lined up over the coming months. It’s an internet radio show so you can only listen to it online at www.channelradio.co.uk (Thursdays 10-11am) and you can listen to past shows via the website at www.thecommunityshow.net. Along with my husband Russell (The Barrister Broker) as co-presenter, we are having a great time working on the show together.

We have a fantastic ‘Fika’ hamper on offer to the winner of the prize crossword courtesy of Handelsbanken. To enter the competition turn to page 50 and to find out exactly what a ‘Fika’ hamper is turn to page 25.

I hope you enjoy this issue and please, as usual, don’t forget to mention The Edenbridge Directory if you are responding to anything you’ve seen featured in this magazine as it helps secure it’s future. Deadline for the September/October issue is 31st July!

Until next time...

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�Edenbridge Primary School Summer Fayre - 11am-2pm. Lots of entertainment, stalls and fun for everyone. See page 34 for full information.

Wednesday 8th July�Edenbridge Town Band Open Air

Concert - 7.30-9pm, Stangrove Park (outside Edenbridge Leisure Centre).

Thursday 9th July�Fuchsia & Pelargonium Society:

Have some Madeira My Dear by Robert Pomfret - 8pm, Rickards Hall.

Friday 10th July�EdenARA: Humourous side of being an

actor by Jonathan Fryer - 2.15-4.15pm, WI Hall, Edenbridge.

Saturday 11th July�Edenbridge Fairtrade Street Party -

10-12noon, Edenbridge High Street. Celebrating 10 years of Edenbridge becoming a Fairtrade town. Part of the event will feature ‘The Great Edenbridge Fairtrade Town Bake-Off’.

�FREE Guided Walk through Edenbridge - 11am, leaving from Eden Valley Museum, High Street. Explore historic Edenbridge High Street. Walk along the old Roman Road and under the Old Crown Inn signboard, unique within Kent. Discover the stories of the buildings, industry and people of Edenbridge in days gone by. Call 01732 868 102 or email [email protected] for further information.

Sunday 12th July�Chiddingstone Causeway Fete - 2-4pm.

Thursday 16th July�Edenbridge & District Probus Club: Forty Years

as a Daily Mail Sports Writer by Brian Scovell - 10.45am, K&S Golf Club.

Saturday 18th July�Four Elms Village Fete - 1pm,. Entry FREE. Large

carpark £2 per car Programme gratis.

�Eden Valley Country Music Club present ‘Porridge’ 8-11pm, WI Hall, Edenbridge. Tickets £10 non-members, £9 members (under 15s £5) and includes supper. Call 01892 870 653.

Saturday 25th July�Chiddingstone Village Fete - 2-4.30pm.

Tuesday 28th July�Edenbridge U3A: AGM and information on

groups - 2-4pm, Crockham Hill Village Hall.

Saturday 1st August�Fuchsia & Pelargonium SHOW - 10am, Rickards

Hall. Refreshments, Tombola and Plant Sale.

Tuesday 4th August�Eden Valley Chamber of Commerce Monthly

Meeting - 6.30pm at the Business Innovation Zone, Fircroft Way. Contact Di: 01732 866 444.

Saturday 8th August �FREE Guided Walk through Edenbridge -

6.30pm, leaving from Eden Valley Museum, High Street. Explore historic Edenbridge High Street.

Saturday 15th August�Eden Valley Country Music Club present ‘Clear

Cut’ 8-11pm, WI Hall, Edenbridge. Tickets £10 non-members, £9 members (under 15s £5) and includes supper. Call 01892 870 653.

Wednesday 19th August�Edenbridge & District Ladies Probus: The Real

Downton Abbey by Ian Porter - 10.30am, Kent & Surrey Golf Club.

Thursday 20th August�Edenbridge & District Probus Club: Slow

Train to Damascus by Major (Rtd) Paul Whittle - 10.45am, Kent & Surrey Golf Club.

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The Edenbridge Directory July/August 2015 Business FeatureHandelsbanken - a different way of banking

If I say “Handelsbanken” you may be mistaken to think I was speaking to you in German. This is certainly not the case, Handelsbanken is in fact a Swedish bank with branches across the UK. I met up with Sevenoaks Branch Manager Nick Brooker to find out more about what makes Handelsbanken different and what exactly are they giving

away for this issue’s prize crossword?

Handelsbanken will be a new name to many people. How does its approach differ from traditional high street banks?In some ways it doesn’t. We are a full service bank with a comprehensive range of products and services similar to any of the high street banks. I guess the main differences are the quality of our service and the personal and bespoke element we offer all of our customers. Plus the ease with which people can contact us, discuss their needs and get a decision.

So no call-centre or ‘dial one for...’ approach?That’s right. All of our customers deal with us directly through our branch in Sevenoaks irrespective of size or needs. They also speak directly to decision makers which is a major factor.

Is your target market business customers, private individuals – or both?It is very much both. We don’t just cater for niche businesses or high-net worth individuals as is sometimes assumed. Our product range will suit anyone, whether business or personal, looking for a long-term banking relationship. In reality the bespoke element we offer often suits people who may have less straightforward banking needs and who want something tailored for themselves.

What about security? Is Handelsbanken a safe and secure place for people to deposit their money?Handelsbanken has been around since 1871 and is a very solid, prudently run organisation. We are very proud of the strong reputation we have in our market and this view is shared by those who monitor and assess the banking industry in general. We offer the same deposit protection scheme as other banks although ours is Euros 100,000 and is underwritten by the Swedish government.You have been open for business in Sevenoaks for a couple of years now. How has the response been so far?We have been very encouraged to date, attracting many local businesses and private individuals from the area, looking for a genuine long-term banking relationship. Many from the TN8 area in fact have heard about us, often through friends or associates and have become customers. How important for you is it to be part of the local community in which you operate?This is a big factor for us. We have already formed strong ties with some of the schools, sporting associations and cultural events in the area and will generally continue to support local community events and services where we can. We are also members of both the Sevenoaks and Eden Valley Chambers of Commerce. .Finally, I am pleased you have offered a prize of a ‘Fika’ hamper for our current crossword competition (pg 50)...but what exactly is ‘Fika’?Well, Fika is a Swedish tradition which, in simple terms, means coffee with cake. It is one of their traditions that we have been very happy to adopt in our Sevenoaks branch. So the lucky winner can look forward to a basket full of delicious Swedish goodies!

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Although her own clinic is in Chisleurst, she treats many of her local clients (many as a result from these features) at Options Beauty Salon here in Edenbridge.

There are many treatments Gillian can carry out for her clients which, as well as boosting confidence, can also transform their lives. So far I have undergone: semi-permanent eye-liner, skin tag and red vein removal, clear mole removal and scar reduction treatments. Gillian also performs:

medical tattooing thread vein/pigmentation removal scar relaxation skin peels with Image Skincare

The treatment I am having done for this issue is the most transforming yet, so I did take some time to think about it. The treatment? Eyebrow tattooing or “WoW Brows” as Gillian has nicknamed them. There may be a number of reasons why you would possibly consider having your eyebrows tattooed such as: over plucking, cancer treatments resulting in loss of hair, pale brow hairs or simply to redefine the shape of what you currently have.The first part of the treatment is to decide

upon the shape of your new brows and this is no quick process - in fact more than half the time I spent with Gillian (about an hour) was simply getting the shape right before anything else could start. Gillian uses a special measuring device to make sure they are the same size although, she said, “Eyebrows should never be twins, they should be sisters.” - as more often than not our faces are not

symmetrical so it would be almost impossible to have them identical anyway!

In order that I could have a better visual as to how they could potentially look Gillian

used a light pencil to go over the hairs that would be removed. Once agreed, the next step was to select the most suitable colour, the

closest match to my natural brow hair and which would also work with my hair colour. Having created so many WoW Brows over the years Gillian has a keen eye to matching colours for her clients so the end results looks as natural as possible.

Once I was happy with the shape, I then had the numbing cream applied so the process wouldn’t hurt. I may have looked a bit like an Ooompa Loompa but from my previous treatments I know this cream is fantastic at reducing any pain that might otherwise be felt.

Next Gillian removed the stray hairs from around my eyebrows (although not touching the whited out part at this stage

Gillian Huntley in her clinic

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The Edenbridge Directory July/August 2015 Business Featurein case I changed my mind). After that she began tattooing the fine hair strokes onto my brows and gradually I could see the new, more defined shape forming. One of the final things she did was pluck out the hairs that had formed part of my original eyebrow.

So what does it feel like? Well, thanks to the effects of the numbing cream all I could feel was an uncomfortable

sensation but no pain. A couple of times throughout the process Gillian reapplied the numbing cream to one side while she worked on the other side. There was a redness around my eyebrows following the treatment which was to be expected but it soon went down.

The healing process is very straightforward. Gillian runs through the do’s and don’ts and gives you a sachet of vitamin A & D ointment to help the healing process.

After about 4 days the scabs which had formed over my eyebrows had disappeared and the only telltale sign was a few dry skin patches across my brow so

I continued to apply the ointment for another couple of days.

You can see how they look in the before and after pictures below. I feel like I have been given an eye-lift! I will require a touch-up appointment in one month to ensure full evenness of colour and I can’t wait - this must be my favourite treatment so far!

If you would like to arrange a consultation with Gillian or book an appointment for WoW Brows or any other of the treatments she offers, call her on 07711 067 789 or email her at [email protected].

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Gillian is delighted to announce that she is a finalist in the Kent Health & Beauty Awards 2015! Good luck Gillian!

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many wedding outfits over the years) or any other special occasions and celebrations. One of her clients had a visit to the Queen so needed something extra special.Fiona trained at St Martin’s (now Central St Martin’s) in fashion and her first job was as a sketcher to the designer for well known fashion label Jaeger. Some readers may also remember her high street shop in Oxted which she ran for 13 years before closing it in 2013.Fiona has picked up many regular clients after creating that first outfit for a special occasion. So, just what is the process you go through when you see Fiona for a bespoke outfit?Firstly, size is never discussed - in the world of couture, clothes are not designed to a particular “off the peg” size but specifically to fit the client and it’s only those measurements Fiona is interested in.Fiona also needs to understand what occasion the outfit is for and how much freedom of movement her clients need. e.g. will they be dancing? All this information will help determine how the garment will be created to ensure flexibility and strength is incorporated for ease of movement.While you sit in the studio, Fiona will be busy sketching during the discussion and also looking at the best features the garment can draw upon to really compliment her client.

Of course her client will often have her own ideas as to what features she would like the outfit to emphasise. The second stage of the process is for the design to go to Fiona’s Pattern cutter who cuts all the intricate pieces in calico. This is made into a toile, which is a complete mock-up of the finished garment and is used to ensure that the

measurements, shape and fit are correct. At this stage any adjustments can easily be made to the design before cutting in to the final fabric.So, how to choose the fabrics for your outfit? Fiona has a large selection of swatches in a multitude of colours and styles in her studio to choose from. She also takes some of her clients on a shopping trip to London to a huge fabric emporium which is also frequented by many top fashion designers to make choices there (and it’s rather fun too). Fiona likes to make sure there is plenty of time allowed for creating the outfits and completion usually takes place just a couple of weeks before the event date in order to allow for any variations in size by the client.As much as possible, Fiona will source her materials from British suppliers, and locally where possible. Each outfit is made using quality materials and created to last. This is just one of the differences you find when paying for handmade garments. Of course it will be more expensive but it will last you many more years.Rather than designing clothes in line with the latest fashions, her clothes are designed with style in mind so they won’t go out of fashion.So, if you have a special occasion coming up or need a new wardrobe for work, make Fiona Dashwood your first stop. If you can’t make it over to her studio for your consultation she’s quite happy to visit you at your home.

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“Edenbridge Primary School will be hosting its Annual Summer Fayre on Saturday 4th July. The PTFA are planning lots of pocket money stalls and attractions to entertain all ages, including a bouncy castle, music and arena events. There will also be a children’s fancy dress competition (favourite film star/character), entry open to all! A BBQ, Ice cream van and other refreshments will all be on hand to quench everyone’s hunger and thirst throughout the day. We are planning what we hope will be a fantastic community event to which everyone is invited and we hope to see you there.

The school values the part it plays in the community and recognises the success it has with all its events is reliant heavily on community member support. We are currently seeking raffle, auction and stall prizes. Are you a local business or community member who is able to provide a voucher or gift to be used at the fayre? Or why not take the opportunity to sponsor a stall and have full company advertising displayed at the event. Any donations that are received are highlighted in our programme, last year over 200 were distributed and, as such,

you can expect to reach a wide audience within our community.

If you feel you are able to support our school fayre by way of a donaton, voucher or cheque (made payable to Edenbridge Primary School) please send it directly to the school marked for the attention of PTFA Summer Fayre. Should you wish it to be collected please contact the school on 01732 863 787 or [email protected].

Thank you in advance for any support you may be able to give us.”

Headway in west kent launches new services community drop-in and buddy project

Headway In West Kent – the brain injury association – has launched a new Drop-in service at The Eden Centre, Four Elms Road, Edenbridge.

The drop-in is a social space for people over the age of 18 who have been affected by a brain injury. Visitors are warmly welcome to drop in for a drink and a chat with people with similar life experiences, or sit quietly to read a newspaper. Families, carers and friends are welcome to attend.

A wide range of information will be available with staff and volunteers on hand to give advice and signpost to alternative Headway services and external organisations. There will be a regular programme of speakers to provide specialist information about their services and support available. The atmosphere is informal and relaxed, with just a small donation for refreshments.

The Drop-in takes place every Wednesday from 1.30pm-3.30pm at The Eden Centre, Four Elms Road, Edenbridge.

For more information about the community Drop-in services, contact Kate Hasted on 01892 619 001 or email [email protected]



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Edenbridge swimmer Catriona Robertson has come fifth in Scotland’s national swimming championships. Catriona, who swims for Edenbridge Piranhas Swimming Club, based at Scencio Leisure Centre, took on the might of Scotland to make it to the final of the 100m freestyle, with just one and half seconds between her and the winning time.

The 13 year old swimmer who lives in Edenbridge, also came ninth and 17th in the 50M and 200M freestyle respectively.

Catriona who joined Piranhas aged eight was eligible for the Scottish Championships through her Scottish father, Bruce and was only accepted after meeting tough qualifying times.

Edenbridge Piranhas coach, Pete Lawrence said “Catriona did amazingly well – especially as she was injured for the last three months of her preparation”.

“Catriona is the first swimmer we have had in a national competition and it just shows how far the Club and Catriona have progressed over the last few years and also how small clubs like ours can produce quality and potentially national competitors with the backing of the local community.”

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The Edenbridge Players have a long established history in our community. As with so many local organisations they have had their ups and downs with the rise and fall in

membership but the group are determined to continue their presence in Edenbridge. I caught up with Ulli Lukas who has been a member for nearly 13 years, to find out what she loves about being part of the Edenbridge Players.What made you join the Players and what was your first play?Through our children, my husband and I became involved in their drama groups, helping out backstage. My first part was in the Diary of Anne Frank where I played ‘Miep’, the Dutch woman who helped the Frank family.What previous experience in amateur dramatics did you have before joining?

I had no real acting experience at all, just a great love for theatre, literature and all other arts and always felt I would love to be on stage. You not only act but you direct too. What do you enjoy about directing? For me, directing is like painting a picture. You read a ‘story’ and a picture develops in your mind, with atmosphere, mood and emotion. When I direct, the actors and I always take time to analyse everyone’s characters and understand why they behave like they do. It is never just a case of learning lines and going on stage. How many members are there currently and what are the age ranges of the members?At present we have around 20 active members ranging from their 20s to 70s. Not everyone acts so as a small group it can be difficult to cast plays. We very much welcome new members of any age. To be a member and be involved is quite a commitment but of course there are so many jobs to be filled in every production that there is a place for everybody, whether acting, backstage or just making the tea. We always need people who are good with a hammer, drill or screwdriver.Is the group happy for inexperienced people to join and what help might they get with improving their performing skills?Absolutely, even now in our group

we have members who do not want to act and just support us with their skills in set building, painting, costume sourcing, make-up and hair. The jobs are endless and nobody will be turned away if they are serious about joining and contributing in some way. We also go on outings and theatre visits and when the opportunity arises go to open days to learn about acting, directing, theatre staging, stage building etc. There are also many social events organised throughout the year.What sort of commitment do members require if they are involved in the productions? Rehearsals usually last for about 3 months, starting at twice a week and then on Sundays as well about 4 weeks before the performance to build the set. The commitment is quite intense and a director will expect that whoever takes on a part, comes to rehearsals and learns lines and helps as much as possible. The rewards are great - when the audience applauses, your heart flow over with happiness whether you were on stage, back stage or front of house - you are part of the team that has created it. What do you personally get out of being a part of such a long established group in the local area?I love the fact that we are providing entertainment for people. It is a great feeling to see people leave our shows with a smile. Many of the eldery audience might not have a chance to go to the theatres in London (I’m not saying we are giving ‘West End performances’) so we try to give a professional performance within our own facilities. At our dress rehearsals we invite residents from some of the local care homes and supported living organisations and often this is their only chance to see any sort of show. I truly believe that we are providing a service to our community.What are the key times of year for the players and are you able to give us a clue as to what the next performance will be? We regularly produce two plays each year, a Spring play and an Autumn play. This year’s Autumn play is ‘Cranford’, a beautiful costume drama and was a popular series on TV not long ago. Caroline Newman is the director and I am very much hoping that I will get a part in this play, I always

wanted to wear a ‘Mop Cap’.

If you would like to find out more about your local amatuer dramatics group, Edenbridge Players, contact Kirsty Hintze on 07749 932 269 or visit the website at www.edenbridgeplayers.co.ukRecent production: The Vicar of Dibley



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I have been especially busy over the last couple of months now wearing two hats; one working with Laura as co-presenter of The Community Show which she presents on Channel Radio. For those readers who haven’t picked up on this yet, we present

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an enthusiasm which is contagious; he loves character properties because throughout his childhood he lived in Grade II listed houses and he always wanted to be an Estate Agent. An ambition achieved!

There are some interesting facts about Elliott that not many people know and now would be a good time to share them with you: Elliott plays in a rock band as lead guitar and backing vocals, he is also a fine artist and paints in oils and pencil and he loves archery!

Since his appointment at the beginning of 2014 he has thrown himself into the Edenbridge community, supporting local schools and other organisations and this is the second year that the office is sponsoring The Edenbridge

Piranhas swimming club. Last year Elliott and Dan Berrisford, Senior Partner, turned up to present a cheque to the club and were surprised by the youngsters who pushed

them fully clothed into the pool!

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Ambulance mascot outfit and took to the High street.

His love of property is evident in his everyday activities and he knows that nowadays with so many agents to choose from making the right choice can be difficult.

“Buying a house is one of the biggest financial investments you will make. Here are what I believe to be some essential factors to consider when making your choice;

Ideally your agent will have a passion for property and for delivering a personal and meaningful service combined with a good knowledge of the area, the locals and trends of current buyer behaviour. Your agent should value your home based on properties that are actually selling in the area. You do not want an overpriced house sitting around for long periods of time or one under priced for a quick sale.

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A CappellaLadies’ ChoirJacky Hintze - [email protected] / 01732 503 606Meet Sundays - 7.45-9pm at Edenbridge Parish Church.

Edenbridge BellringersRichard Dyson - 01732 860 234 or [email protected]: Every Tues, 8pm at St Peter’s and St Pauls, Edenbridge

Edenbridge Music & Arts Trust

Annual programme of Music & ArtsContact - 01732 862 418

Edenbridge Parish Church Handbell

RingersContact: 01732 862 844Meet: Every Thurs, 8pm, the Bell Tower, St.Peter & Paul. (Min age 15)

Edenbridge PlayersGet involved on-stage | back-stage.Kirsty Hintz - 07749 932 269www.edenbridgeplayers.co.uk/

Edenbridge Town BandLucy Gibb - 07766 391 766Meet: Wed 7.30pm-9.45pm at Bandroom, Market Yard Car Park

Folk Song & MusicSingers, musicians & listenersTerry & Stephanie - 01732 864 487Meet: Every 2nd Tues, 8.30pm at Queens Arms, Cowden Pound

Forge SingersAmateur dramatics | pantos | musicalsDenise Goodhew - 01732 868 327Meet: Every Monday, 8pm at the W.I. Hall, Edenbridge.

Informal Folk MusicPlayers, singers & listeners welcomeRon Meads - 01892 740 407Meet: Every 2nd Sun, 8.30pm,

Kentish Horse, Mark Beech

Marlings MorrisGill Bilsland - 01883 712224A ladies North West Clog dancing side practicing on Monday evenings, autumn, winter & spring at the Eden Centre.www.marlingsmorris.co.uk

Songsters‘Singing for fun’ drop-in for adults. Open to everyone. Jacky - 01732 503 606 or [email protected]: Weds 2-3.30pm, Eden Centre

Arts & Crafts

Eden QuiltersJoyce Staplehurst - 01732 700 559Meet: Every fortnight on Mondays, 1.30-3.30pm at the Eden Centre.

Eden Valley Artists (EVA)A group of contemporary artists who organise gatherings, events and exhibitions. Mary - 01732 864 203 [email protected] or www.edenvalleyartists.com

Painting for Pleasure Art ClubTina - 01732 867 280Meet: Monthly every 1st & 3rd Friday, 2-4pm at St Paulinus Church Centre, Hillcrest Rd.

Facilities for Hire

Cowden Memorial HallBookings - 01342 850 532 [email protected]

Crockham Hill Village HallBookings - 01732 866 408 [email protected]

WI Hall (Edenbridge)Bookings - 01732 865 368

hft (Edenbridge)Bookings - 01732 782 724

Games

Bingo Club (over 18s only)Secretary: 01732 863 628Meet: Every Weds from 8pm at The Royal British Legion, Edenbridge

Cowden Indoor Bowls ClubThe team play in a leagueJohn Crittenden - 01342 850 894Meet: Every Tuesday at 8pm, Cowden Memorial Hall

Edenbridge Chess ClubIan Falkner - 01732 864 762Meet: Every Friday from 8pm at The Royal British Legion, High Street, Edenbridge

Hurst Green Tennis ClubTel: 01883 714 324 [email protected]

Hobbies & Interests

Air Cadets - 340 (Edenbridge) Squadron ATC

Meet: Every Monday and Thursday, 7.15 – 9.30pm on the playing fields adjacent to the Eden Centre on Four Elms Road (opp. Fircroft Way)

www.edenbridgeaircadets.co.uk

BrowniesTerri Scanes - 01732 862 198Meet: Every Monday 5.30-7pm, Rickards Hall, Edenbridge

Cowden & District Horticultural Society

Andrew Coulter - 01342 850 174 Shows: 6th Apr, 6th Jul, 7th Sep - 2.30pm, Cowden Memorial Hall

Edenbridge & District Astronomers

Regular mtgs/ viewing [email protected]

Edenbridge & District Rifle ClubJG Atherton - 01732 863 000

Edenbridge & District Twinning Association

Exchanges with Mont St AignanJean Cust - 01342 850 249 www.edta.org.uk

Edenbridge Allotment GardensMichael Wort - 01732 865 007

Edenbridge Cacti & Succulent Society

Geoff Southon - 01732 866 295Meet: 4th Tues each mth (3rd Tues Dec), 7.30pm, Crockham Hill Village Hall


The Edenbridge Directory July/August 2015 Clubs and Organisations

Edenbridge Fuchsia and Pelargonium Society

Lorraine - 01732 700 209 or Chris - 01732 865 475Meet: 2nd and/or 4th Thursday from 8pm, Rickards Hall

Edenbridge Historical SocietyChrissie Stevens - 01732 865 634 Meet: 1st Thurs each month from 8pm at the W.I. Hall, Edenbridge

Edenbridge Stamp & Postcard Club

Derek Hamilton - 01732 862 561Meet: 3rd Thurs each month from Sep-Jun (excl. Dec) from 8.15pm at St Paulinus Hall, Hillcrest Road

Edenbridge U3AStudy Groups for retired people. Chris Byrne - 01732 862 999Meet: Last Tues each month, 2-4pm at Crockham Hill Village Hall .

Eden DiversClaire - 07738 006 051Meet: Every Weds, 8pm at The Old Eden. [email protected]

www.eden-divers.com

Scouts In EdenbridgeBeaver Colony (6-8 yrs)

Chris Barrow - [email protected] (term time) 5.30-6.45pm

Cub Pack (8-11 yrs)J Madden - [email protected] Thursdays (term time) 6.15-8pm

Scouts (10-14 yrs)Andy King - 01732 862 587 / [email protected] (term time) 7.15-9pm

Explorers (14+ yrs)Andy King - 01732 862 587Every Weds (term time) 7.30-9.30pm

Youth ServicesECTreme Youth Club

Varied activities for 11-18 year oldsAnthony - 07738 232 296 [email protected]: Every Fri, 7.30-9.30pm, former Eden Church (term time) Cost: £1 per week

Edenbridge Youth ForumKeith Rowell - 07786 624 943Meet: 1st Mon each month, 6:30-9pm at HOUSE in The Eden Centre.

Organisations & Societies

Age UKHelen Vicary - 03000 422 882Meet: Tues & Thurs, 9am-3pm, The Eden Centre, Four Elms Road. Chiropody service every two weeks and hairdressing services.

Al-Anon Family GroupsLynda - 01342 870 664Meet: Tuesdays, 8-9.30pm in The Allison Room of the Lingfield & Dormansland Community Centre. For close friends and relatives of alcoholics.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meet: Every Thurs, 7.45-9.15pm at BRIDGES Centre, Edenbridge High St. First meeting each month ‘open’, other meetings ‘closed’.

Autism All Stars ASD Support Group

Alison or Andrew - 01732 867 402Meet: 1st Thursday each month (including school holidays) from 1-2.30pm in hall 2 at The Eden Cen-tre, Edenbridge. www.thesparkle-andshineasdsupportgroup.co.uk Registered Charity No: 1152681

Crockham Hill WIMrs Linda Brown - 01732 862 604Meet: 1st Weds each month, 2.30pm, Crockham Hill Village HallEdenbridge & District Ladies

Probus ClubLesley Dix - 01732 865 287Meet: 3rd Wed. each month at The Kent & Surrey Golf Club.

Edenbridge & District Probus Club

Bob Greenland - 01732 862 448Meet: Third Thurs each month at the Kent & Surrey Golf Club, Crouch House Road, Edenbridge

Edenbridge & District Rail

Travellers AssociationWorking to safeguard, retain and improve local rail servicesGeoff Brown - 01732 862 604Membership: Ray Tatnall - 01732 862 849

Edenbridge Bonfire Society

Charles Laver - 01732 863 [email protected]: 07/11/2015, Lingfield Rd Rec

Edenbridge Branch RNLI

Andrew Varney - 01732 863 826

Edenbridge Freemasons

Stephen Marshall - 01892 822 910(evenings)Meet: Four Elms Village Hall

Edenbridge Hospital League of Friends

Jo Naismith - 01732 860 148 www.ehlof.org.uk

Edenbridge Rotary ClubJim Burbridge - 01732 866 787Meet: Every Monday, 6pm at hft, Philippines Cl. (off Hever Rd)

Edenbridge Voluntary Transport Service

Edenbridge Hospital, Mill Hill, Edenbridge, TN8 5DAContact - 01732 865 353Office hours 10am-12.30pm each weekdayCharity Commission Reg No 283968

Edenbridge (Afternoon) Women’s Institute

Mrs Pat Crocker - 01732 863 894Meet: 2nd Tues each month from 2pm at the W.I. Hall, Edenbridge


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M Kuell - 01732 863 022Meet: 3rd Tues each month, 8pm, WI Hall

Eden Valley Chamber of Commerce

Peter - 01732 866 444Meet: 1st Tues each month at 6.30pm

Eden Valley Museum Trust

Support your museumAlex Paton - 01732 868 102 | www.evmt.org.uk

Family Action Building Bridges

Support for those caring for children.Contact: 01732 860 560Weds 9-10.30am (term time only), Childrens’ Centre, High Street

Hever Bullen WIMrs J Smithson - 01342 850 4722nd Weds each month, 8pm, Hever Village Hall.

MIND Day ServicesAdvice and supportContact: 01732 743 902 Last 2 Tues each month, 10-11.30am, Edenbridge Hospital.

Royal British Legion ClubContact: 01732 863 628Women’s Section: 01732 868 164

RNLI EdenbridgeJohn Proctor - 01732 700 310

Sustainable [email protected] 2nd Thurs each month, 7.30pm, The Old Eden

Volunteer CentreContact: 01732 454 785 e: [email protected]: Tues 9.30am-12.30pm at the BRIDGES Centre

Voluntary Care for the ElderlyFunding to help the elderlyMary Grieve - 01732 862 526

Outdoors

Edenbridge StrollersIan Falkner - 01732 864 762Monday mornings for ½ day walkswww.edenbridgestrollers.org.uk

Parents & Toddlers

National Childbirth Trust Sevenoaks and Tonbridge

Edenbridge and Westerham Rep: Louise Jones 01732 300 507Meet: regularly for chat & support

Toddler Clubs at The Eden Church - Sparkling Fishes

Contact: 07799 130 557, or www.edenchurch.edenkent.orgMeet: Mon 9.30-11.30am (term time). Free play for 0-4 yrs, storytime, songtime and crafts.Cost: £1 per family - refreshments & childrens snack

Social Groups

Astor Senior Citizens ClubJoan Clements - 01732 865 011Meet: Every Tues. 1.30-3.30pm at the Fircroft Association, Spitals Cross - just come along!

Edenbridge Active Retirement Association (EdenARA)

Mrs S King - 01732 864 487 Meet: 2nd Fri each month, 2.15-4.15pm at the W.I. Hall, Edenbridge

Edenbridge FriendzPauline Collins 01732 864 291 or John Froud 01732 862 917Meet: Weds social club for adults with learning disabilities, 7-9pm, hft, Phillippines Close | Fridays for swimming 6-7pm, Leisure Centre.

Edenbridge Club (The)Contact: 01732 863 495

Older Persons Lifestyle GroupCarole & Chris Ore - 01732 862 020 Meet: Every Wednesday, 11:30 - 1pm at The Eden Centre.

Sevenoaks District Seniors Action Forum (SDSAF)

Roger Bryan - 01322 664 [email protected] | www.sdsaf.org

Talk TimeMake friends and share activitiesEdenbridge Library: 01732 862 600Meet: Every Weds - 10.30-12.30

Sports Clubs

Edenbridge Cricket ClubDarryl Easton 07973 728 593 (juniors section) / Jon Woodman 07740 075 540 (seniors section)www.edenbridge.hitscricket.co.uk

Edenbridge Hockey ClubJulie Partridge 01732 505 616Tuesdays 7-8.30pm, Leisure Centre

Edenbridge Judo Club (5yrs+)Sensei Dave Mansi 01342 311 011

Edenbridge Mens RFCBlair: [email protected]

Edenbridge Minis RFCGareth Roberts: [email protected]

Edenbridge Piranhas Swimming Club

Bruce Robertson - 01732 864 544 www.edenbridge-piranhas.org.uk

Edenbridge Spitfires FC (6-13yrs)Robert Johnson 01732 866 545

www.edenbridgespitfires.co.uk

Four Elms Cricket ClubStuart Bradley 01732 867 636 (seniors) / Pauline Crowhurst 01732 357 170 (juniors)

Lingfield St Piers BadmintonBrenda or Peter: 01732 862 035Meet: Fridays from 8pm.

Marlpit Hill Snooker ClubJG Abel - 01732 863 298

Nomads Football ClubNigel Ship: 07979 508 745Meet: Wednesdays from 7pm

Oxted Cycling ClubRussell - 07970 507 657 www.oxtedcc.org

Westerham Cycling ClubMark Brewer - 07808 141 114 [email protected]



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announced in the next issue of The Edenbridge Directory. First correct entry drawn will win.

Judges decision is final.

Please post your entry to: PO Box 142, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 9AQ

The easy SOLUTION to getting your message ACROSS.The ANSWER is to get your business details DOWN here.

Could you or your business sponsor a future Prize Crossword?Call Laura on 01732 864 878 for more details.

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Send in your completed crossword by Friday 31st July for your chance to WIN a ‘Fika’ hamper courtesy of Handelsbanken.

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Across7. Wise choice to visit this seaside resort (9)

8. Lass originally from South West Ireland (5)

10. Drink wild beer to confuse and lose bearings (8)

11. Portable sleeper isn’t down but could be if not careful (6)

12. Giant gorilla is partly from China (4)

13. Eli clears bilge to meet the required standards (8)

15. The song says it wants me, but I don’t want to go to the 19th US state (7)

17. Just think, in the picture you will have it (7)

20. Gent must travel here for neckwear I hear (8)

22. Watery abode for monster north of the border (4)

25. American gals can be found in Norfolk (6)

26. Practice is about the funeral car (8)

27. Cold home but you can’t turn up the heat! (5)

28. Ideal mountain to get a sweet slice (9)

Down1. Fifty on six balls in port (5)

2. Capital city heard to be South of the border, that way (6)

3. Woolly garment worn at the bay (8)

4. Detest little Edward I heard and so terminated (7)

5. Transporting across the Mersey maybe? (8)

6. Don’t expect to find deciduous trees here in this colourful country (9)

9. Bail out over Indonesian island (4)

14. Safe mooring place in Alaska (9)

16. Mimic has correct ratio Timothy (8)

18. Popular resort at pit top (8)

19. Smelly task is it? (7)

21. Found in Donegal South as well (4)

23. Puts off the engine failures (6)

24. A bird gets to the dam in Egypt (5)

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Chemists- Boots 01732 863 215- Paydens 01732 863 211Edenbridge Medical Practice01732 865 055Edenbridge Hospital01732 863 164Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust (Pembury Hospital)01892 823 535Hospice in the Weald01892 820 500NHS Direct (free from landline/mobile) - 111

SupportAlcoholics Anonymous08457 697 555Citizens Advice Bureau03000 422 888Childline0800 1111Community Safety01732 227 000CRIMESTOPPERS0800 555 111

Dog Control Service01732 227 000N.S.P.C.C. (help & advice)0808 800 500Police - Non-emergency101R.S.P.C.A. (cruelty & advice)0300 1234 999Samaritans08457 90 90 90Volunteer Transport Service01732 865 353

TransportBus enquiries-Traveline 0871 200 22 33-Southdown Buses01342 719 619National Rail Enquiries08457 484 950Airport - General Enquiries-Gatwick 0844 892 0322-Heathrow 0844 335 1801

Domestic SuppliersElectricity0800 783 8866

Gas, National Grid0800 111 999Water01737 772 000

Local Services | InformationClean Kent - 0845 345 0210Council Emergencies- 9am-5pm 01732 227 000- After 5pm 01732 462 222Edenbridge Children’s Centre01732 864 045Edenbridge Leisure Centre01732 865 665Edenbridge Town Council01732 865 368Library (at the Eden Centre)03000 41 31 31Post Office0845 722 3344The Eden Centre (Four Elms Rd)03000 414 010Volunteer Centre01732 454 785

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AccountantsWBD Accountants ...........1

Advertisingedenbridgetown.com ......36The Edenbridge

Directory ..........37

Architectural ServicesKm Creations ...................15

BarbersHair For Men ...................17

Bookkeepersikeepbooks ......................19

Cars - ServicingAccelerated Motor

Repairs ........26Alfred Coker & Sons .....13RB Autos ............................7

Carpenters/JoinersCauseway Joinery .........31Copycats .............................43John Simmons .................10Pearl Carpentry &

Joinery Services....27Precision Joinery ..........48

Carpet FittersRobbies Carpet Fitting

Service .......27

CaterersLarmars Catering .................................20

Coffee ShopsThe Coffee Room .................................13

Children’s ActivitiesEdenbridge Leisure Centre ..............33

Chimney SweepsMr Jolly Chimney Sweep ....................53

Computer/Technology ServicesBlackDog Microsystems ...................15Calico Computers ................................53

Consumer ServicesThe Barrister Broker ..............................51

Counselling & Psychotherapy Helen Eckersley .....................................32Lynda Jones ............................................11

Domestic ServicesMagiclean ................................................52SOS Oven Cleaning ...............................53

Double Glazing Repairs & InstallationEdenbridge Window Systems ........22

Drain CleaningOxted Drain Services ............................12

Dry CleanersEden Clean ............................................17Electricians24/7 Electrical .....................................6Estate & Letting AgentsHoward Cundey .....................................24LeGrys Independent Estate Agents ...56

Events & EntertainmentThe Community Show .....................39

Fashion DesignerFiona Dashwood Couture ..................27

Fitness & LeisureClare’s Pilates* .....................................32Edenbridge Leisure Centre ..............5

FloristsPiper’s Florist .........................................8

Garden ServicesAG Garden Care ...................................39All Seasons Landscaping & Design ..13Arbormedic Tree Services ...............43Blooming Planters ...............................48Expert Lawn Care ....................................9Well Kempt Gardens ...........................41

GiftsSomething Special ..............................31

Graphic DesignersBuzz Digital ...........................................19Sarah Medway ......................................12

Health & Beautyappearances .........................................29Eden Beauty Therapy .........................21

Home & InteriorsMagnolias at home ...............................21

Marble SpecialistsBowerland Stone ................................9

Mortgage AdvisorsJust Mortgages ....................................10

Painting & DecoratingAshley James Chase ..........................11Caroline Mee .........................................8Paul Tapper ..........................................17

Pest ControlCheetah Pest Control ............................47RW Lock Pest Control ......................27SureKill ......................................................8

PhotographersSharon Turner Photography ..........23

Picture FramingDee-Jay Picture Framing ....................47Framing by David ................................17

PlasterersSteve Nixon ............................................17

Plumbing & HeatingAA Larmar Plumbing & Heating ......7Colin Lutley .............................................43Eden Plumbing ......................................12J Penfold .................................................52Kent Heating Solutions .....................8TN8 Boilers .............................................11

PrintersBuzz Digital ...........................................11

Property Maintenance & ImprovementsOdd Job / Handyman ...........................47RK Wimble & Sons .................................53RW Lock Roof Repairs .......................47Southern Property Support .............55Sovereign Construction ....................17True Build .................................................23

RecruitmentHome Instead Senior Care .............48

Safety & SecurityJPro Services Ltd ................................35

Social ClubsThe Edenbridge Club ............................41

TaxisRelyon Cars ...............................................3

TilingTM Tiling ..................................................11

Vehicle HirePractical Car & Van Rental ..................11

VetsPortland Vets ............................................2

Website DesignersBuzz Digital* ........................................32

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