Show’s a real beauty
A Performers took to the stage to tell the magical story of Beauty and the Beast. The Harrietsham Amateur Musical Society donned their costumes and entertained 609 people with three dazzling performances over Friday and Saturday, January 19 and 20. The show, held at Lenham Community Centre in Groom Way was the group’s second pantomime, after Cinderella last year. The society was formed in 2016 with the remit of putting on a pantomime “by the village, for the village” and aims to do productions for the community to enjoy. David Penny, society chairman, said: “We want to encourage people and the community to have a go at acting. We don’t take it mega seriously and get really nice support in the group.”
07946 614609. Bearsted WI: The WI will meet on Wednesday, January 31 at 7.30pm in the WI hall when they will be starting their year of centenary celebrations. They will be unveiling the new president’s board and enjoying a variety of activities, including singing, a potted history quiz, unveiling a new banner and a celebration cake. Bearsted Cricket Club: Bearsted Cricket Club start their indoor nets at Sutton Valence school on Sunday, February 4 at 7pm. Please do come along, no need to inform anyone, just turn up. If you do require further information please contact David Patton chairman@ bearstedcricketclub.co.uk Cricket teas: The cricket club are also looking for volunteers to make teas for match days. You will, of course, be reimbursed any Correspondent: Sue Whiteoak Tel: 01634 660097 PARISH COUNCIL Proposed New Plans: Boxley Parish Council has invited a company who plans to develop land at Gleamingwood Drive, Lordswood by building 115 dwellings, to come and talk to their Environment committee. Leaflets have been distributed in the area by the company. It is hoped to receive an advance copy of the application. In 2015 planning permission was given on appeal, to another company to build 89 dwellings and a biomass unit on land adjacent to Gleamingwood Drive. Residents should be aware that the issue of traffic in the north of the parish has been taken up with Helen Whatley MP and Paul Carter, Kent County Council. Check out the Parish Council web site at www.boxleyparishcouncil. org.uk. Maidstone Ramblers’ Walk : Sunday, January 28 starting at 10am a 7.5 leisurely circular walk starting point from Aylesford Village car park near ME20 7AU (TQ732588). Route Allington, Maidstone, Medway Valley, no stiles, one minor incline, finishes 1.30pm approximately. Assistance dogs only. Contact Joan 07704 437737. Correspondent: Alison Dickerson, 75 Chatham Road, Sandling, Maidstone, ME14 3BB Tel: 01622 762334