Otford, the village in Kent, South East England

tford.Info
the village in Kent, South East England

Otford Village News [post your own Otford Village News item]
29 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Worlds'’ biggest coffee morning in aid of MacMillan Cancer Relief is being held in the Church Hall between 10.00a.m. and 12.30p.m. Saturday (1st). The entrance fee of £1 includes coffee and biscuits and there will be a cake stall, bric-a-brac, and a raffle. If you are unable to go along any donation would be welcome. For further details please phone Jean 01959 523404.
29 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Jumble sale Otford Primary School Saturday (1st) between 10.00 and 11.30a.m. entrance 50p, per adult, children admitted free. Refreshments will be available and further details are available from 01959 522009.
29 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Support our local PCSO Dave Birchall by going along to the Recreation Ground on Sunday (2nd) at 1.00p.m. to watch the friendly football match he has organised between a side from Kent Police and local youngsters. This promises to be a fun afternoon.
29 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Otford's 2006 village fete is already in the planning stages and an open meeting to discuss and build on this year’s successes, and invite contributions of ideas for next year, is being held at 8.00p.m. in the Hope Room of the Memorial Hall on Monday 17th October. If you are new to the village and would like to get involved, or if you think you could spare some time to help with the organisation in advance, or on the day, then please go along. All profits from this event go to support local projects, people and charities.
29 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Otford Society will be discussing local matters at their Autumn meeting in the Memorial Hall at 8.00p.m. on Thursday 6th October and you are invited to go along.
29 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Trafalgar Remembered on Saturday 22nd October has proved so popular that all but a few tickets remain. If you would like tickets then please telephone the box office 01959 522709 as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Also on Saturday 22nd you can visit the exhibition of marine paintings in the Parish Church Hall which will be open between 10..0a.m. and 4.00p.m. and view Otford’s depiction of Turners ‘Victory at the Battle of Trafalgar’. This has been painted in squares by quite a number of local artists and those following Rolf Harris on the television can see Otford’s portrayal.
29 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Otford Gardeners’ Society will hear Nick Robinson, head gardener of Yalding organic garden give a talk entitled ‘Organic Gardening’, encompassing all aspects of organic gardening, at their meeting in the Memorial Hall at 8.00p.m. Tuesday 4th October. Visitors and new members are always welcome go along or telephone Janet Finney 01959 523760 for further details.
29 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Tickets for the Scouts fund raising Quiz Night Saturday 8th October in the Memorial Hall, are still available at £5 per person by ringing 01959 525413. Proceeds from this event will be used for the refurbishment of the Scout Hut which is used by the local Beavers, Cub Scouts and Scouts at their weekly meetings.
22 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Otford Primary School PTA are holding their annual Autumn Jumble Sale on Saturday October 1st between 10.00 and 11.30a.m. entrance is 50p per adult, children admitted free, and refreshments will be available while you shop. If you have any jumble you would like to donate, or require more information, please telephone 01959 522009.
22 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 RAIN (Rescued Animals In Need) will be holding their Autumn sale and coffee shop on Friday 7th October between 11.00a.m. and 1.00p.m. in the Memorial Hall. Stalls will include bric-a-brac, toys, books and nearly new clothes. If you would like more information please call June 01959 533364.
22 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Sevenoaks Embroiderers Guild will be inspired by Jean Littlejohn at their meeting on Saturday 24th September 2.00p.m. in the Memorial Hall. Jean’s presentation is entitled ‘Stitching with Attitude’ and promises to be both absorbing and entertaining. Visitors are always welcome and for more information please phone Jane Barratt 01732 833588.
22 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 St. Bart's Cantate Concert has been postponed from Saturday 22nd October and the new concert venue is now St. Mary’s, Kippington, in aid of Hospice in the Weald.
22 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Support your local Otford Scouts group by organising a table of 6 at their fund raising quiz on Saturday 8th October in the Memorial Hall £5 per person. If you can’t get a table together you will still be welcome just ring 01959 525413 for details. Fund raising is continuing for the refurbishment of the Scout hut and this promises to be an enjoyable way of supporting our local young people.
22 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Dave Birchall our community police support officer is organising a friendly football match and wants to hear from you if you play football and are aged 14 years+. The village team will play against a side from the Kent Police kicking off at 1.00p.m. on Sunday 2nd October on the Recreation Ground. Players need to supply their own kit although printed slips will be provided to wear over the top. This promises to be a great fun event so please ring Sue at the Parish Office 01959 524808 giving your name, age, contact telephone number and which position you prefer to play. If you have any concerns you would like to raise with Dave please go along to the next Police Surgery at the Parish Office between 11.00a.m. and 12.30p.m. today (22nd September).
22 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Otford and district wine club is holding a ‘Wine Tasting Quiz’ starting at 8.00p.m. on Wednesday 28th September in the Memorial Hall. Laurie Young, their Treasurer, is setting the questions and it promises to be an interesting and enjoyable evening. As usual cheese and biscuits will be provided and it is free to members with visitors paying a small fee. Phone 01732 761359 or 01732 885356 for more information.
15 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Otford Oast WI are looking forward to Mike Baldwin of Marks and Spencers, Bluewater, food presentation and sample tasting this morning, 15th, at their meeting in the memorial hall at 9.30a.m. There is a free crèche for the younger children and tea/coffee is available. You are invited to go along and see what is new at M&S foods and to ask any questions you may like Mr Baldwin to answer. Visitors are made very welcome so why not go along, you may enjoy yourself so much you decide to join.
15 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Amherst Rotary Club are raising funds for Hospice in the Weald and MacMillan Cancer Care at their Cyclo Sportive 2005 event taking place on Sunday 18th September. This commences at 7.30a.m. with registration at Sevenoaks Prep School, Godden Green followed by the start at 9.00a.m. All the money from the £25 entry fee and any sponsorship goes to the charity and they hope to raise about £20,000 this year, so extra riders are always welcome. There are two routes of 80km and 140km and further information is available from 01959 522148.
15 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Otford Primary School PTA are holding their annual Autumn Jumble Sale on Saturday October 1st between 10.00 and 11.30a.m. and plans are in hand to make it the best yet. Entrance is 50p per adult, children admitted free, and refreshments will be available while you shop. Make a diary note now so you don’t miss out.
15 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Otford Allotments Associations year starts on 1st October so if you are interested in getting involved by renting your very own plot please give Barbara Hine a ring on 01959 525468. The association is a thriving organisation with the idea of keeping this green lung in the middle of Otford open for all to use for their benefit.
15 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Otford Folk Dance Club meet every Thursday in the Church Hall from 8.00-10.00p.m. and dance a wide selection of folk, square and barn dances of English, American, Scottish and Irish origin. Your first visit is free and thereafter it will cost you £1.50 per night including tea/coffee and biscuits. All dances are called and walked through first and visitors are made very welcome. Just go along or ring 01959 522105 for more details.
15 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Coffee is served every Saturday morning in the Club Room of the Memorial Hall between 10.30 and 12.15 and the atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. If you are new to the village this is an ideal place to call in for a chat with some of the regulars and to find out just what goes on in Otford. There is a list of at least 45 societies that meet regularly in the hall and you might like to join one.
14 SEP	PARISH COUNCIL - SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER The September edition of the newsletter is now on-line with news of future events, including: Do you like football? If you do, you live in the village, are male and aged 14yrs + please come and make up a team to play a friendly match against a side from Kent Police. This will take place on Otford Recreation Ground on Sunday 2nd October kicking off at 1pm. Tuesday 11th October come and see 'Hell & High Water', an Applause Production in the hall at Otford Primary School. Contribute your ideas on how the 2006 Otford Fete can build on the success of previous years events at the Open Meeting on 17th October, come along to 'Trafalgar Remembered' on 22nd October. News too from the many village clubs and societies and the latest planning applications. You can contact the Parish Council at The School House, 21 High Street Tel: 01959 524808, e-mail parishcouncil@otford.net with office hours 08:30 - 12:30 Mon to Fri.
8 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Tanya is starting Circuit Training Fitness Classes between 7.30-8.30p.m. each Tuesday starting 13th September at Sevenoaks Community Centre, £4 per session. Circuit Training is open to men and women of all abilities, ages and fitness levels and she would particularly like to encourage beginners to join. It is lots of fun and general nutrition and weight management advice is also available if required. Wear loose, comfortable, clothing and simply turn up or ring 07956 168898 for further information.
8 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 St. Bart’s super summer sale in aid of the ‘Building-on Fund’ on Bank Holiday Monday was a great success raising over £1400 for the fund. The organisers would like to thank all those who participated both buying and selling and encourage you to support forthcoming fund raising events both large and small in order to raise the necessary money for the church improvements. New architect, Roger Joyce, is making progress on work relating to the plans drawn up by Jim Lidbetter and it is hoped to go to tender in the Autumn and begin work in early January. Future fund raising events include a concert given by ‘Cantate’ on the evening of Saturday 22nd October and the Christmas Market on the first Saturday in November.
8 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 Otford Gardeners’ Society Autumn Flower and Craft Show will be held in the Memorial Hall this Saturday, 10th, between 2.15 and 4.15p.m. Vegetables, late flowers, photography, flower arrangements, handicrafts, art, cookery and junior classes will all be featured and admission is 50p. with under 16’s admitted free. Refreshments will be available and parking is free in the village car park.
8 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 The ‘Crime Prevention Evening’ arranged by Kent Police crime reduction officer PC Andy Blackmore is Thursday, 8th, starting at 7.30p.m. in the Club Room of the Memorial Hall. Andy will talk about crime prevention measures on our houses and personal property but if you are unable to attend he can visit you at home and his contact number is 01892 502012.
8 SEP	VILLAGE REPORT - KAY DRAKE 522727 If you missed the Citizens Advice Bureau’s surgery at the school house on September 6th then you have the opportunity to catch up by attending the Otford Afternoon WI’s meeting at 2.00p.m. in the Memorial Hall on Tuesday 13th September when members will hear all about the CAB from their speaker. Please contact 01959 522915 for more details. This WI meet on the second Tuesday of each month, membership if £21 per year, and tea at the meeting is 30p.
1 SEP	ST. BARTHOLOMEW'S The September edition of the Parish Magazine is now on-line, including news on church services and events in September: Kent Churches Sponsored Bike Ride, FEBA Sunday, Marriage Thanksgiving at Rochester Cathedral and Poverty and Hope Sunday. Congratulations to Hugh Thomas, who is to be ordained Deacon at Rochester Cathedral on Saturday 10th September. He will serve his curacy at St Margaret’s Church, Halstead and St Katharine’s Church, Knockholt. News too from the many village groups and organisations. St. Barts Church Office and the Vicar, Rev. Pat Hopkins, can be contacted at st.bartholomews@otford.net or 01959 523185.
VILLAGE NEWS ARCHIVE 2005 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug 2004 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 2003 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 2002

Otford

Otford Village Kent UK