Hand-picked events from the editor DECEMBER
December 1-2 Dickensian Christmas Festival, Rochester Packed with shopping stalls, Rochester becomes a feast of Victorian delights where the streets are alive with entertainment, readings, song and dance. There are lamp-lit parades, carols to be sung, Father Christmas to be met and even a guaranteed snowfall, framed by Rochester’s fairytale cathedral and castle. You’ll also see some familiar, fabled characters from Dickens’ much-loved stories.
December 1,2,8,9,15,16,20 & 21 Yesteryear Santa Special, Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway
Visit Santa on the world’s smallest public railway and enjoy all the historical delights of a bygone Christmas. Take a magical ride from Hythe station and meet Santa in his grotto, where each child will receive a gift. Visit the model railway exhibition, listen to a Christmas storytelling session, take in the snowy scene and enjoy some seasonal refreshments. Special ticket prices include a return rail fare from Hythe to New Romney.
December 2 Walk with a Warden, Jeffery Harrison Visitor Centre, Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve
Last opportunity of the year to join one of the knowledgeable wardens for a guided walk to learn more about the wildlife and management of this spectacular SSSI nature reserve. Appropriate clothing and sensible footwear essential. Binoculars are useful. Parts may be rough due to muddy ground. 10:30am - 12:30pm.
December 2 Light up a Life, The Friars, Aylesford
Candle light procession and carol service at 4.30pm with the Heart of Kent hospice. For further information please go to
www.thefriars.org.uk
December 8 Christmas workshop, Godinton House and Gardens, Ashford
Enjoy the ambience of the Great Hall while learning how to make festive swags and table decorations. Make your own wreath to take home and adorn your door. Booking essential.
December 8 St Nicholas Festival, Canterbury Cathedral
An annual fundraising event that starts with a parade through the city, culminating in the arrival of St Nicholas at the cathedral. The parade is followed by a short informal service. Entry to the service is free.
Excel Yachting NO COMPROMISE IN EXCELLENCE Your local RYA training centre for all your yachting requirements,
Have you ever thought of that Flotilla holiday around the Greek Islands or the magnificent coastline of Croatia, or even owning your own yacht? Why not take the first steps to fulfilling that dream, with your Local RYA Training Centre.
Specialising in :- five day and weekend training courses, night school and if you prefer ONE to ONE PERSONAL TUITION even in your own home, to fit in with your busy life style. We can also accommodate groups of up to fourteen people in our spacious and comfortable classroom.
So if you are a club or society, why not speak to us we will discount for large groups. Our aim is to give you what you want. Courses
VHF / DSC Radio licence
Basic Safety & Navigation (Ideal for Dinghy sailors, Divers, Sea anglers with own boat, small boat & river craft owners & PWC’s) Day Skipper Theory Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster Theory Own Boat Tuition
1 to 1, home tuition available for both RYA Day Skipper and Yachtmaster theory Courses. (Please ring for details) £325 + Travel expenses.
7th Oct 2012 RYA Day Skipper theory (Sundays Only – 5 Sundays) £325 per person
15th to 19th Oct 2012 RYA Day Skipper Theory (5 Day Intensive course) £306 per person
22nd to 27th Oct 2012 RYA Coastal Sipper / Yachtmaster Theory Course (6 Day Intensive) £345 per person Saturday 27th Oct 2012 RYA VHF/DSC
Night school classes are available for all navigational subjects. Subject to numbers. Please call regarding availability and dates.
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excelyachting2@aol.com www.excel-yachting.co.uk t: 07710 647966 10 Mid Kent Living
Future Course Dates - Venue - The Functions Room, The Early Bird Restaurant And Bar Maidstone short range certificate Radio course £85 per person
Sunday 11th Nov 2012 RYA Coastal Skipper / Yachtmaster Theory Course (Sundays Only – 5 Sundays) £325 per person
Saturday 5th Jan 2012 RYA Day Skipper Theory (5 Days over 4 weekends) £345 per person
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