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Tandridge/Edenbridge Chronicle January 2012


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FEBRUARY 2012 ISSUE Distribution begins: Thursday 2nd February 2012


Jack has a cunning plan in Jack and the Beanstalk. Pictured are Egebertha Ratchet (Janette White), Jack (Sophie MacTavish) and Aunt Dottie (Peter Calver)


Edenbridge Panto fun comes to Oxted of


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THE enchanting story of Jack and the Beanstalk is this year’s pantomime choice for the talented Oxted Players. The story centres on Jack and his Aunt Dottie, who along with the villagers of Littlebottom, are being threatened with eviction by their villainous landlady, who employs a Giant to terrorise them all.


Jack and his aunt are so poor that they have to sell the family cow, Buttercup, but Dottie is persuaded by a stranger to exchange the cow for magic


Hurst Green Gardening Club, The Chartwell Gardens with Chris Sutcliffe, St Agatha’s Hall, Hurst Green, 8pm. Thursday12 January And every Thursday, Oxted Country Market, Red Cross Hall, Oxted, 10 to 11.30am.


And every Thursday, Over 50s Keep Fit, The Arc, Weston Drive, Caterham, 11am to 12 noon. For details call 01883 330380. Friday, 13 to Saturday, 21 January The Oxted Players present Jack and the Beanstalk, A much loved, traditional pantomime, Friday, 13 January, 7.30pm; Saturday, 14 January, 1.30 and 5.30pm; Sunday, 15 January, 1.30 and 5.30pm; Wednesday, 18 to Friday, 20 January, 7.30pm; Saturday, 21 January, 2.30 and 7.30pm. Tickets from £8 are available from www.barntheatreoxted.co.uk or 01883 724852. Monday, 16 January And every Monday, Monday market, Oxted Community Centre, Church Lane, Oxted, 9.30am.


beans. With his newfound love, Princess Anastasia, having been kidnapped by the Giant, Jack has a cunning plan to rescue her but will he succeed? Oh yes he will! Jack and the Beanstalk will be at The Barn Theatre in Bluehouse Lane, Oxted from Friday, 13 to Saturday, 21 January. Tickets are selling fast so don’t delay if you want to see a first class show priced at £10 for adults and £8 for children. They are available from 01883 724852 or on line at www.barntheatre oxted.co.uk.


What’s on in Edenbridge


Wednesday, 11 January Cowden Conservation Society, annual general meeting, Memorial Hall, Cowden, 7.45 for 8pm. Monday, 16 January


Edenbridge Strollers, circular walk via Haxted, Dwelly Farm, Kent Brook, Skeynes Farm and Skeynes, meet at Lingfield Road recreation ground, 9.30am. Tuesday, 17 January


WHAT’S ON This December at the ARC


Friday 13th January Sponsored Silence


Thursday 19th Jan Swing Night


Sat 21st January Comedy


Fri 3rd February Film Club


Sat 4th February Boogie Nights


Thurs 9th February Nostalgia Club


Fri 10th February BOTB


39 Weston Drive, www.the-arc-caterham.co.uk


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Edenbridge Evening WI, Bag Beetle, WI Hall, Station Road, Edenbridge, 8pm. Wednesday, 18 January And every Wednesday, Walk for Health, meet at the leisure centre, 9.15am. For details call Hayley Brooks on 01732 227272. Thursday, 19 January


Every Thursday and the first Saturday of each month, Four Elms modern sequence and olde tyme dance club, Village Hall,


A tribute to the legends of swing


RAY Lowe Swings is a personal tribute to the magical ‘Swing Era’ inspired by the legendary voices of Bobby Darin, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Sammy Davis Jnr, Matt Monro and, of course, ‘The Chairman of the Board’, Mr Frank Sinatra. Throughout his life, Ray has embraced the music, style and sophistication of these wonderful icons with an undeniable passion. This is clearly evident in his highly acclaimed show Ray Lowe’s – The Legends of Swing that continues to impress audiences of all ages. Ray Lowe’s – The Legends of Swing will be staged at The Miller Centre on Sunday, 22 January at 8pm.


Tickets are £10 each and bookings can be made on-line using www.millercentretheatre.org or from the box office on 01883 349850, open weekdays 10am to 4pm, Saturdays 10am to 12pm and show evenings 7pm to 8pm.


Four Elms. Full details are available from Brian and Judy Cutler on 01732 866916. Edenbridge Stamp and Postcard Club, Zeppelin Postcards with Ian Nutley, St Paulinus Hall, Hillcrest Road, Marlpit Hill, Edenbridge, 8.15pm. Saturday, 21 January Eden Valley Country Music Club, Ray Peters Band, WI Hall, Station Road, Edenbridge. Ring Neville on 01732 866023 to reserve your seats. Monday, 23 January


Edenbridge Strollers, circular walk from Four Elms via Owl Court and Roodlands Lane, meet at the leisure centre, 9.30am. Monday 30 January


Edenbridge Strollers, circular walk from Mowshurst via Broxham, Prettymans Lane, Lockhurst Farm and Railway Cottages, meet at the leisure centre, 9.30am.


And every Monday, The Oxted Reel Club, Scottish Country Dancing for fun, fitness and friendship, St Peter’s Hall, Limpsfield, 8 to 10pm September to April. Beginners very welcome. For information contact Pat Davoll on 01732 866557 (email pdavoll@aol.com) or Fiona Shipley on 01883 349151 (email


fionashipley@btinternet.com). Tuesday, 17 January


First and Third Tuesday of the month, Baby Cafe, Hurst Green Evangelical Church, Hurst Green, 1 to 2.30pm. Thursday, 12 to Saturday, 21 January Treats by Christopher Hampton, The Miller Centre, Caterham, 8pm. For tickets call the box office on 01883 349850. Wednesday, 25 January Limpsfield Decorative and Fine Arts Society, Rivalry: Leonardo and Michelangelo, James Lindlow throws light on their animosity but also their respect for each other’s distinct artistic talents, St Peter’s Hall, Limpsfield, 2.30pm and 8pm. LDFAS has a full programme of lectures, visits,study days,and study tours. Details from www.limpsfield.net. Membership enquiries or those bringing visitors should contact Mrs Rosemary Buchan on 01883 722293. Sunday, 29 January Lingfield Nature Reserves, work party to co-incide with National Tree Week, 10am to noon. Bring your own tools, tasks to suit all skills. Meet in the Butterfly Garden. Wednesday, 1 February Limpsfield Village W I, St. Peter’s Hall, Limpsfield, 2 pm. New members/guests most welcome to enjoy interesting speakers, walks, play-reading, bell ringing and outings. For details call 01883 716727.


A difficult topic well tackled


GROPING for Words is one of Sue Townsend’s lesser-known plays dealing with the thorny issue of illiteracy in a modern day society. With just four characters and a difficult subject to tackle, it looked set to be a challenge for the Edenbridge Players.


But I can honestly say it was one of the pleasantest evenings I have spent in a long time. Funny and moving, and an enthusiastic cast made it a night to remember with a delicious two-course meal thrown into the bargain. The play revolved around teacher Joyce, whose adult literacy class is relegated to a nursery classroom by assistant caretaker Kevin,


much to her annoyance. Doreen Clark was excellent as new teacher Joyce, happy to escape her middleclass and comfortable life for a few hours each week. As time passes she starts to warm to her two pupils and begins to understand the real reasons for their attendance.


Bob Sterritt’s heartfelt portrayal of George gained the audience’s sympathy as little by little he revealed the truth of his lonely life. George’s wife has left him and his beloved daughter moved away to Australia. His only contact is by letter, which, of course, he cannot read. Sam Saunders played Thelma with gusto, and we


came to like the strangely dressed but likeable children’s nanny, who is desperate to disguise her problem from a demanding employer.


Then there’s Kevin, perhaps the most surprising character of the four. Darren Thomas was outstanding as the rather obnoxious and overbearing assistant caretaker, who has managed to hide his inability to read and write far longer than the other two. But he is suddenly brought down to earth with a bang when he discovers he has been ‘let go’.


Despite it’s rather unhappy topic, Groping for Words is a funny and moving play, offering hope for the future.


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