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what’s caught our eye this month Editor’s Eye
Do you believe in ghosts? The interviewees in Mandy Temple’s feature certainly do, simply because they claim to have experienced them. See what you think; and don’t miss Clare Law’s exclusive story – the perfect read for Hallowe’en night... If you’ve got a real-life ghost story, do email it to us at
editorial@indexmagazine.co.uk. As the nights draw in, it’s time to start thinking about wrapping up to go out (see Sally-Ann Galbraith’s timely fashion feature on the best coats) and snuggling up to stay in, preferably with a plate of something hearty to tuck into – which is where this month’s recipes should come in handy. Fed up with the cooler weather? Sue Wilsher will help you escape – metaphorically at least – to Marrakesh, via her evocative feature on this vibrant Morrocan city.
The Editor
Veterans honoured at Care Centre
Learning Morse Code, rescuing a Polish soldier and serving well-to-do-families were a few of the special memories shared during a veterans presentation ceremony at the Tunbridge Wells Care Centre. The event, organised by the home on Upper Grosvenor road, welcomed Tunbridge Wells Deputy Mayor, Cllr John Smith, the Chelsea Pensioners, TS Brilliant officers, the British Legion and friends and families of all the residents. The garden party, basked in sunshine, kicked off with music and the residents stories delighted guests, young and old. “Keeping the residents’ memories alive
is very important,” said Bill Blackford, activity manager and key organiser of the summer event. “Many of our residents served in major conflicts in the past and have shown tremendous courage, both then and now, as they deal with their own health issues on a daily basis.” Bill applied for HM Forces Veterans’ Lapel Badges (the first to win this honour was Lord Healey, who served at Monte Cassino) and ten were presented at the
Frock rock The elegant
Salomons in
Tunbridge Wells is hosting Rock Around Your Frock, a ‘Dress to Impress’ disco in aid of the Pickering Cancer Drop-In Centre on Saturday, 22 October from 7.30pm. With a drinks reception, close-up magic and canapés, you’ll also be able to bop along to your favourite tunes. Even better news is that you’ll be supporting Pickering, which helps people with cancer, their carers, friends and relatives.
Tickets are £20 from Love Is Boutique on 01892 549665. For ladies who buy a ticket, the boutique is also offering a 10 per cent discount on a dress to wear. Cinderella shall go to the ball!
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celebration garden party. The fascinating anecdotes from wartime experiences were brought to life by the likes of Sidney Gillingham, a wartime ship’s radio officer, who recalls learning Morse Code in Japanese: “it was quite difficult, they have all these symbols. Italian was easier”. For 84-year-old George Squires, rescuing
a Polish pilot entangled in the branches of a tree in Upper Grosvenor Road, Tunbridge Wells, is one of his strongest wartime memories.“His plane came down just by the bend. We didn't bother going into school that day,” he remarked. Clearly, the day fuelled some fascinating – and humbling – recollections.
Castle chills!
If you fancy a spooky outing this Hallowe’en, head for Chiddingstone Castle on Sunday, 30 October 2011, when families can enjoy an afternoon of ghostly face-painting, pumpkin carving and apple bobbing between 11.30am and 4.30pm. And if you’re feeling really brave, take a walk round the castle’s ghostly grounds, but keep your eyes open in case one of the resident spooks decides to make a surprise appearance! Admission for adults is £7, children £4 (under 5’s free) a family ticket is £19.50. Car parking £2.50. There will also be a small charge for pumpkins and face painting. See
www.chiddingstone
castle.org.uk for more info. And for more Hallowe’en excursion ideas, see our What’s On section.
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The INDEX magazine october 2011
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