BARMARA DECEMBER 24 NEWSLETTER
The Chairman and Committee wish all of our members and their families a Happy
Christmas and a Healthy New Year.
Next Meeting Tuesday 10th December Note:- Village Hall doors open at 1 PM.
The entertainment will be Peter Newbone, a singer, we will also be having mince pies
and mulled wine, so don't miss it?
Note- No meeting in January because the post xmas dinner is being held on the meeting
day.
NEW TRIP. 1 SINGLE STILL AVAILABLE.
Monday 10th – 14th February 2025.
Warners Sinah Warren on Hayling Island, 4 nights half board, coach.
Plenty to do if the weather is inclement, and Portsmouth nearby.
Price £324pp £50 pp deposit to book a place Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026.
POST CHRISTMAS LUNCH THIS YEAR WILL BE AT, WEST MALLING GOLF CLUB
ON TUESDAY 28TH JANUARY. AT 1PM. IT IS A 3 COURSE CARVERY, COST £25.50PP
WITH ENTERTAINMENT?
CHEQUES MADE OUT TO, BARMARA OUTINGS , BANK TRANSFERS TO A/C 46572716
SORT CODE 60-60-08
FREE COACH AVAILABLE PLEASE LET BRENDA SARGENT KNOW WHEN BOOKING.
Hurry, because the last chance to book and pay will be at the next meeting (10th dec )
CONTACT BRENDA SARGENT.
NEW TRIP 1 SEAT STILL AVAILABLE.
March 27th 2025
Theatre trip to the Sondiem Theatre London to see "Les Miserable"
Dress circle seats, Price £73 , includes seat and coach.
Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026.
NEW TRIP
Monday 30th June 2025 5 Days 4 Nights Half Board.
Northfield Hotel, Minehead. The hotel is situated on the lower slopes of Northhill in
Minehead, in lovely gardens with views over the coast and the Quantocks, Brenden hills,
and Exmoor.
Includes Return Coach Travel and 2 Excursions on Half Board.
Price £479 per person. £50 deposit will secure a place, only 3 Twin/ doubles left.
Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026 or E-mail catherineburchill@hotmail.com
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
Every second Tuesday in the month. New members welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon. Dates:- 6th Jan.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 20th Dec,--- 24th Jan 2025, 21st Feb, 21st Mar,
25th April, 23rd May, 20th Jun, 25th July, 22nd Aug, 26th Sept, 24th Oct, 21st Nov, 19th Dec.
Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. Times 10am till 12 noon. Coffee 11 am approx..
The meal deal is £13 new price which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft
drink, and coffee/tea. FUTURE DATES:- Lunches Only 9th Dec .
2025 dates- 13th Jan, 17th Feb, 17th Mar, START PLAYING- 14th April, 12th May, 16th June, 14th July
11th Aug, 15th Sept. LUNCHES ONLY 13th Oct, 10th Nov, 15th Dec.
Contact John Grognet 687415
SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR THE YEAR 2024/25.
It's that time again, subscriptions are now due, but the good news is, there is no increase
this year, the committee has agreed to keep the subscriptions the same as last year.
They are £18 for full members and £6 for associate members. You may pay by Cheque
or by bank transfer, no cash.
If paying by bank transfer please put full title(BARMARA ACTIVE RETIREMENT
ASSOCIATION) with your name and add "subs".
Sort code 60-60-08 A/c 46549714.
BARMARA NOVEMBER 2024 NEWSLETTER
Next Meeting Tuesday 26th October Note:- Village Hall doors open at 1 PM.
the Speaker is Tony Harris his subject "Churchill"
PLEASE NOTE BECAUSE OF CHRISTMAS THE DECEMBER MEETING WILL BE TUES THE 10TH The entertainment will be Peter Newbone a singer, we will also be having mince pies and mulled wine, so don't miss it?
PICK-UP TIMES FOR POTTERS MONDAY 18th NOVEMBER. ALLINGTON 9.15 AM, FANT LANE 9.30 AM, FOUNTAIN 9.40 AM, BEVERLEY SHOPS 9.50 AM, HEATH ROAD 10.00 AM.
CONTACT CATHY BURCHILL 01622 201026
SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR THE YEAR 2024/25.
It's that time again, subscriptions are now due, but the good news is, there is no increase this year, the committee has agreed to keep the subscriptions the same as last year. They are £18 for full members and £6 for associate members. You may pay by Cheque or by bank transfer, no cash.
If paying by bank transfer please put full title(BARMARA ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION) with your name and add "subs". Sort code 60-60-08 A/c 46549714.
NEW TRIP. BALANCE NOW OVERDUE.
Monday 10th – 14th February 2025.
Warners Sinah Warren on Hayling Island, 4 nights half board, coach.
Plenty to do if the weather is inclement, and Portsmouth nearby.
Price £324pp £50 pp deposit to book a place Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026.
POST CHRISTMAS LUNCH THIS YEAR WILL BE AT, WEST MALLING GOLF CLUB ON TUESDAY 28TH JANUARY. AT 1PM. IT IS A 3 COURSE CARVERY, COST £25.50PP WITH ENTERTAINMENT?
CHEQUES MADE OUT TO, BARMARA OUTINGS , BANK TRANSFERS TO A/C 46572716 SORT CODE 60-60-08
FREE COACH AVAILABLE PLEASE LET BRENDA SARGENT KNOW WHEN BOOKING.
MENU AND DETAILS AT THE NEXT MEETING.
CONTACT BRENDA SARGENT.
NEW TRIP 2 SEATS STILL AVAILABLE.
March 27th 2025
Theatre trip to the Sondiem Theatre London to see "Les Miserable" Dress circle seats, Price £73 , includes seat and coach.
Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming Every second Tuesday in the month. New members welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am till 12noon. Dates:- 2nd December,
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 29th Nov, 20th Dec,--- 24th Jan 2025, 21st Feb, 21st Mar,
25th April, 23rd May, 20th Jun, 25th July, 22nd Aug, 26th Sept, 24th Oct, 21st Nov, 19th Dec.
Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. Times 10am till 12 noon. Coffee 11 am approx..
The meal deal is £13 new price which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and coffee/tea. FUTURE DATES:- Lunches Only 9th Dec . 2025 dates- 13th Jan, 17th Feb, 17th Mar, START PLAYING- 14th April, 12th May, 16th June, 14th July 11th Aug, 15th Sept. LUNCHES ONLY 13th Oct, 10th Nov, 15th Dec.
Contact John Grognet 687415
Jayne Wood would like to thank everyone that contributed to her " Boxes to Ukraine"
Campaign, She has just dispatched 462 boxes to Ukraine. Well done
She is still collecting for her next one, so if you have anything, please let her know.
BARMARA SEPTEMBER 2024 NEWSLETTER
Next Meeting Tuesday 24th September Note:- Village Hall doors open at 1 PM. The Speaker will be Mr Wilf Lower his subject is, " Behind the scenes of television's golden years"????
SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR THE YEAR 2024/25.
It's that time again, subscriptions are now due, but the good news is, there is no increase this year, the committee has agreed to keep the subscriptions the same as last year. They are £18 for full members and £6 for associate members. You may pay by Cheque or by bank transfer, no cash.
If paying by bank transfer please put full title(BARMING ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION) with your name and add "subs".
Sort code 60-60-08 A/c 46549714.
In October we are having a Race afternoon, so if you fancy a little flutter it's just 50p for a bet on a horse (you can have more than one horse if you like) but if you don't gamble just enjoy the race.
There will be four races and the all the monies taken on each race will be paid out to the winners of that race, the club will not take any money.
Remember the louder you shout encouragement, the faster the horses gallop.
NEW TRIP FULLY BOOKED
Monday 18th November 2024 POTTERS RESORT Hopton on Sea Nr Great Yarmouth. 5 Days (4nights) All Inclusive, Full dining including four meals a day, drinks included throughout your stay, West end quality entertainment, Comfortable accommodation and Sports, leisure and facilities. Price includes, Coach, Excursions, Full board and drinks. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026
NEW TRIP.
Monday 10th – 14th February 2025.
Warners Sinah Warren on Hayling Island, 4 nights half board, coach.
Plenty to do if the weather is inclement, and Portsmouth nearby.
Price £324pp £50 pp deposit to book a place Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026.
NEW TRIP
March 27th 2025
Theatre trip to the Sondiem Theatre London to see "Les Miserable" Dress circle seats, Price £73 , includes seat and coach. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming Every second Tuesday in the month. New members welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am till 12noon. Dates:- 7th Oct, 4th Nov. 2nd December.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 27th Sept, 25th Oct. 29th Nov, 20th Dec. Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. Times 10am till 12 noon. Coffee 11 am approx..
The meal deal is £13 new price which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and coffee/tea. FUTURE DATES:- 23rd Sept. Lunches Only 14th Oct , 11th Nov , 9th Dec .
Contact John Grognet 687415
On our recent trip to Buckingham Palace our organisers were welcomed by the King and Queen and they told them that we had had a lovely day and a very enjoyable lunch. Well done girls.
BARMARA AUGUST 2024 NEWSLETTER
Next Meeting Tuesday 28th August Note:- Village Hall doors open at 1 PM.
AGM Followed by the The Speaker will be Sue Spiel her subject is "Funny Poetry"
Pick-up times for Buckingham Palace :- Fant Lane 09.30 am, Beverley Shops 09.40 am, Heath Road 09.45 am, Allington 10.00 am.
Mon 16th Sept.
Tour of Buckingham Palace and a 2 course lunch.
We arrive in London for a 2 course lunch with tea/coffee at 11.45am, after lunch we proceed by coach to Buckingham Palace for a 2.30 pm entrance, you are then free to tour the lavishly furnished state rooms, there is an optional audio guide included in the price. From the house we then proceed through to the shop where you can buy tea/coffee in the marquee on the terrace. After this we make our way through the gardens to the coach pickup at approx. 6pm Last Chance to see the apartments for 9 years due to Refurbishment. . Cost £73 includes lunch, entrance fee, coach. Seats still available.
NEW TRIP FULLY BOOKED
Monday 18th November 2024 POTTERS RESORT Hopton on Sea Nr Great Yarmouth. 5 Days (4nights) All Inclusive, Full dining including four meals a day, drinks included throughout your stay, West end quality entertainment, Comfortable accommodation and Sports, leisure and facilities. Price includes, Coach, Excursions, Full board and drinks. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026
NEW TRIP.
Monday 10th – 14th February 2025.
Warners Sinah Warren on Hayling Island, 4 nights half board, coach.
Plenty to do if the weather is inclement, and Portsmouth nearby.
Price £324pp £50 pp deposit to book a place Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026.
NEW TRIP
March 27th 2025
Theatre trip to the Sondiem Theatre London to see "Les Miserable" Dress circle seats, Price £73 , includes seat and coach. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026.
September Walk Friday 20th sept. Mote Park
Meet in the lower carpark (£2) near the restaurant. At 10.00am We will walk around the Park to Audley House where we will have coffee, then back to the carpark and depart to the Toby Inn at Park Wood for lunch if required.
Contact Neil Kenwright 01622 727066.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming Every second Tuesday in the month. New members welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am till 12noon. Dates:- 2nd Sept, 7th Oct, 4th Nov.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 27th Sept, 25th Oct. 29th Nov, 20th Dec.
Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. Times 10am till 12 noon. Coffee 11 am approx..
The meal deal is £13 new price which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and coffee/tea. FUTURE DATES:- 23rd Sept. Lunches Only 14th Oct , 11th Nov , 9th Dec .
Contact John Grognet 687415
Saturday 14th September Fun Quiz Night. At the Barming Village Hall. Start 7 pm – 10 pm.
Tickets available from Brenda Sargent @ £3 per person.
Max 6 people a team. Bring your own drinks. Good Prizes, Raffle.
A nice easy fun quiz so come along and enjoy. Contact Brenda 01622 693755
In October we are having a race afternoon so if you fancy a little flutter just 50p per ticket on a race for 4 races total £2 and you may win big?
At the AGM you will see the smiling faces of our committee but what you don't see is the work they do behind the scenes, organising trips and activities, booking coaches,holidays, venues, halls, banking, accounting, dealing with suppliers, printing, data recording, E-mails, negotiation with speakers, catering, newsletters etc.
Whilst carrying out these tasks sometimes things go awry and procedures are not always followed for expediency or to meet deadlines, as a result members may question these as we would expect, but please, do not harass individual committee members or be over zealous in pursuing an issue, the quickest and best way is to contact the Chairman or the Secretary (preferably in writing) who will convene a committee meeting to resolve the problem and report back their decision to you.
Remember the committee are all volunteers, they are not paid, there are no perks, and they pay the same as everyone else, and what they do is for the benefit, and on behalf of all the members.
BARMARA JULY 2024 NEWSLETTER
Next Meeting Tuesday 23rd July Note:- Village Hall doors open at 1 PM.
The Speaker is Emma Batten, her subject " How I became a writer " Emma has written
many books, many of them based on, or around Romney Marsh, perhaps some of our
members may be familiar with this writer.
WALK. Friday 19th July.
The next Bus Explore Day will be on Friday the 19th July, we are heading to Tonbridge
for either a nice casual walk around Tonbridge Park or another option of browsing
around the shops or a coffee perhaps, meeting for lunch at Wetherspoons.
We are catching No 7 Bus at the Bus stop opposite Spice Fusion at 10.22 am. Returning
times are, 12 and 42 minutes past the hour.
Contact Sue Manser 726824.
August Walk. Friday 16th August.
This walk will be around Dunorlan Park ( Tunbridge Wells)
Catch the No 6 bus from the bus stop on Tonbridge Road opposite Fountain Lane
at 10.16 am. At Donorlan Park we will have coffee then a walk around the park.
Leaving there to catch the No 6 bus at 12.30 pm back to the Hop Farm for lunch at
the Oast House. Lunch is booked for 1.15 pm. Return to Maidstone at 15.13 pm.
Contact Lorna & John Grognet 687415.
Mon 16th Sept.
Tour of Buckingham Palace and a 2 course lunch.
We arrive in London for a 2 course lunch with tea/coffee at 11.45am, after lunch we
proceed by coach to Buckingham Palace for a 2.30p entrance, you are then free to tour
the lavishly furnished state rooms, there is an optional audio guide included in the price.
From the house we then proceed through to the shop where you can buy tea/coffee in
the marquee on the terrace. After this we make our way through the gardens to the
coach pickup at approx. 6pm Last Chance to see the apartments for 9 years due to
Refurbishment. . Cost £73 includes lunch, entrance fee, coach. Seats still available.
Cathy needs your meal selections now.
MENU. Mains. Desserts
Fish & Chips with Mushy Peas. Fruit Salad.
Chicken & chips with Garden Peas. Apple Pie/ Custard.
Vegan/ Vegetarian Fish & Chips with Mushy Peas.
Gluten Free Grilled Fish with New Potatoes And Mushy Peas. Tea/ Coffee.
Jayne Wood would like to thank everyone who contributed to her boxes to Ukraine.
NEW TRIP
Monday 18th November 2024 POTTERS RESORT Hopton on Sea Nr Great Yarmouth.
5 Days (4nights) All Inclusive, Full dining including four meals a day, drinks included
throughout your stay, West end quality entertainment, Comfortable accommodation and
Sports, leisure and facilities. Price includes, Coach, Excursions, Full board and drinks.
£539 Per Person. To Book @£20 Deposit. DUE NOW, Balance due by the July meeting.
. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
Every second Tuesday in the month. New members welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon. Dates:- 5th Sept, 7th Oct, 4th Nov.
NOTE NO COFFEE MORNING IN AUGUST DUE TO BUILDING WORK AT THE HALL
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 26th July, 23rd Aug, 27th Sept, 25th Oct. 29th Nov, 20th Dec.
Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. Times 10am till 12 noon. Coffee 11 am approx..
The meal deal is £13 new price which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft
drink, and coffee/tea. FUTURE DATES:- 19th Aug, 23rd Sept. Lunches Only 14th Oct ,
11th Nov , 9th Dec .
Contact John Grognet 687415
Saturday 14th September Fun Quiz Night. At the Barming Village Hall. Start 7 pm – 10 pm.
Tickets available from Brenda Sargent @ £3 per person.
Max 6 people a team. Bring your own drinks. Good Prizes, Raffle.
A nice easy fun quiz so come along and enjoy.
In October we are having a race afternoon so if you
fancy a little flutter just 50p per ticket on a race for
4 races total £2 and you may win big?
BARMARA JUNE 2024 NEWSLETTER
Next Meeting Tuesday 25th June, Note:- Village Hall doors open at 1 PM.
The Speaker will be Katherine Cook, her subject is Chocolates and Gin ????
WAlk
The next Bus Explore day will be on Friday 28th JUNE our destination is Historic
Faversham, come and explore the old cobbled streets full of old fashioned shops
walk along the river or visit the Magna Carta exhibition in the Town Hall or the Police
Museum in Church Street. Plenty of cafes and bars including a Wetherspoons!
The 3x bus leaves King Street (opposite Boots) at 10.23 am.
Coming back they leave Faversham at 1.56 pm, 2.56pm, at Court road Opposite
Wetherspoons.
Contact Dave 670034
Mon 16th Sept.
Tour of Buckingham Palace and a 2 course lunch.
We arrive in London for a 2 course lunch with tea/coffee at 11.45am, after lunch we
proceed by coach to Buckingham Palace for a 2.30p entrance, you are then free to tour
the lavishly furnished state rooms, there is an optional audio guide included in the price.
From the house we then proceed through to the shop where you can buy tea/coffee in
the marquee on the terrace. After this we make our way through the gardens to the
coach pickup at approx. 6pm Last Chance to see the apartments for 9 years due to
Refurbishment. . Cost £73 includes lunch, entrance fee, coach. Seats still available.
Cathy needs your meal selections now.
MENU. Mains. Desserts
Fish & Chips with Mushy Peas. Fruit Salad.
Chicken & chips with Garden Peas. Apple Pie/ Custard.
Vegan/ Vegetarian Fish & Chips with Mushy Peas.
Gluten Free Grilled Fish with New Potatoes And Mushy Peas. Tea/ Coffee.
NEW TRIP 2 rooms still available
Monday 18th November 2024 POTTERS RESORT Hopton on Sea Nr Great Yarmouth.
5 Days (4nights) All Inclusive, Full dining including four meals a day, drinks included
throughout your stay, West end quality entertainment, Comfortable accommodation and
Sports, leisure and facilities. Price includes, Coach, Excursions, Full board and drinks.
£539 Per Person. To Book @£20 Deposit. DUE NOW, Balance due by the July meeting.
. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
Every second Tuesday in the month. New members welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon. Dates:- 1st Jul, 5th Aug, 2nd Sept, 7th Oct, 4th Nov.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 26th July, 23rd Aug, 27th Sept, 25th Oct.
Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. The meal deal is £13 new price which includes a main meal from a selected
menu, soft drink, and coffee/tea. FUTURE DATES:- 15th
July , 19th Aug, 23rd Sept.
Lunches Only 14th Oct , 11th Nov , 9th Dec .
Contact John Grognet 687415
NEW HOLIDAY Saturday 7th JUNE 2025.
JERSEY in the Channel islands. 8 days ( 7 nights )
Flying from Gatwick by Easy Jet to Jersey.
Return transfers from Jersey Airport to Norfolk Lodge Hotel.
7 nights accommodation twin/double ensuite plus TV and hospitality tray at the Norfolk
Lodge Hotel in St Helier
Full English breakfast and table d'hote dinner daily (no tea/coffee after dinner)
Service of local representative.
Indoor swimming pool and private sun terrace.
Evening entertainment.
One full day Island coach tour.
Single Supplement £20 per night.
Price £935 pp. Contact Cathy 201026 or Dave 670034
WALK. Friday 19th July.
The next Bus Explore Day will be on Friday the 19th July, we are heading to Tonbridge
for either a nice casual walk around Tonbridge Park or another option of browsing
around the shops or a coffee perhaps, meeting for lunch at Wetherspoons.
We are catching No 7 Bus at the Bus stop opposite Spice Fusion at 10.22 am. Returning
times are, 12 and 42 minutes past the hour.
Contact Sue Manser 726824.
Saturday 14th September Fun Quiz Night. Details to follow.
In October we are having a race afternoon so if you
fancy a little flutter just 50p per ticket on a race for
4 races total £4 and you may win big?
BARMARA MAY 2024 NEWSLETTER
Note. Pick-up times for the Pevensey Bay Trip. Wednesday 29th May.
Fant 9.00am, Beverley Shops 9.10am, Heath Road 9.15am, Allington 9.30am.
Journey down to Battle where we stop for Coffee (not included) then on to Pevensey to
the Star Inn for a three course lunch, after lunch we go on to Eastbourne where we enjoy
the sea air before making our way back home. Cost £39 includes lunch/coach.
Contact Cathy 01622 201026.
PICK-UP TIMES FOR HOLM LACY:-
Allington 09.30am, Fant lane 09.40am, Fountain 09.50am , Beverley shops 10.00am
Heath Road 10.05am.
JUNE 10TH
WARNER'S HOLME LACY, HEREFORD. 5 DAYS. HALF BOARD WITH 2 TRIPS OUT
INCLUDING A RIVER TRIP COST £439. SECURED BY A £50 DEPOSIT . CONTACT DAVE
670034 OR NEIL 727066. Fully Booked.
Mon 16th Sept.
Tour of Buckingham Palace and a 2 course lunch.
We arrive in London for a 2 course lunch with tea/coffee at 11.45am, after lunch we
proceed by coach to Buckingham Palace for a 2.30p entrance, you are then free to tour
the lavishly furnished state rooms, there is an optional audio guide included in the price.
From the house we then proceed through to the shop where you can buy tea/coffee in
the marquee on the terrace. After this we make our way through the gardens to the
coach pickup at approx. 6pm Last Chance to see the apartments for 9 years due to
Refurbishment. . Cost £73 includes lunch, entrance fee, coach. Seats still available.
MENU. Mains. Desserts
Fish & Chips with Mushy Peas. Fruit Salad.
Chicken & chips with Garden Peas. Apple Pie/ Custard.
Vegan/ Vegetarian Fish & Chips with Mushy Peas.
Gluten Free Grilled Fish with New Potatoes And Mushy Peas. Tea/ Coffee.
NEW TRIP
Monday 18th November 2024 POTTERS RESORT Hopton on Sea Nr Great Yarmouth.
5 Days (4nights) All Inclusive, Full dining including four meals a day, drinks included
throughout your stay, West end quality entertainment, Comfortable accommodation and
Sports, leisure and facilities. Price includes, Coach, Excursions, Full board and drinks.
£539 Per Person. To Book @£20 Deposit. DUE NOW, Balance due by the July meeting.
. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026
Next Meeting Tuesday 28th May. The Speaker is Jason Allen who will be treating us to
some songs. Note:- Village Hall doors open at 1 PM.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
Every second Tuesday in the month. New members welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon. Dates:- 3rd Jun, 1St Jul, 5th Aug, 2nd Sept, 7th Oct, 4th Nov.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 21st June, 26th July, 23rd Aug, 27th Sept, 25th Oct.
Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. The meal deal is £13 new price which includes a main meal from a selected
menu, soft drink, and coffee/tea. FUTURE DATES:- 17th June , 15thJuly , 19th Aug, 23rd
Sept. Lunches Only 14th Oct , 11th Nov , 9th Dec .
Contact John Grognet 687415
WAlk
The next Bus Explore day will be on Friday 28th JUNE our destination is Historic
Faversham, come and explore the old cobbled streets full of old fashioned shops
walk along the river or visit the Magna Carta exhibition in the Town Hall or the Police
Museum in Church Street. Plenty of cafes and bars including a Wetherspoons!
The 3x bus leaves King Street (opposite Boots) at 10.23 am.
Coming back they leave Faversham at 1.56 pm, 2.56pm, at Court road Opposite
Wetherspoons.
Contact Dave 670034
Saturday 14th September Fun Quiz Night. Details to follow.
I think everyone had a good time at the cream tea
meeting. So a thank you to everyone who came
And a very big thank you to all the people that gave
a hand in helping to organise this afternoon,without
you we could not run these events. Well done.
Future events to think about, September we having
a fun quiz night, so come along and enjoy a nice
evening, not to demanding?
In October we are having a race afternoon so if you
fancy a little flutter just 50p per ticket on a race for
4 races total £4 and you may win big?
BARMARA MARCH 24 NEWSLETTER
NOTE:- PICKUP TIMES FOR SISTER ACT. Wednesday 17th April.
Fant 09.45am, Beverley Shops 09.50am, Heath Road 09.55am, Allington 10.10am.
A theatre trip to see " Sister Act " at the Dominium Theatre London on Wednesday
17th April, seat and coach cost £62. ALL SEATS SOLD
Contact Cathy Burchill on 01622 201026 or 07775917556
Note, 2 new day trips coming soon, both with meals provided.
Wed 29th MAY
Journey down to Battle where we stop for Coffee (not included) then on to Pevensey to
the Star Inn for a three course lunch, after lunch we go on to Eastbourne where we enjoy
the sea air before making our way back home. Cost £39 includes lunch/coach.
Contact Cathy 01622 201026.
Mon 16th Sept.
Tour of Buckingham Palace and a 2 course lunch.
We arrive in London for a 2 course lunch with tea/coffee at 11.45am, after lunch we
proceed by coach to Buckingham Palace for a 2.30pm entrance, you are then free to tour
the lavishly furnished state rooms, there is an optional audio guide included in the price.
From the house we then proceed through to the shop where you can buy tea/coffee in
the marquee on the terrace. After this we make our way through the gardens to the
coach pickup at approx. 6pm. Cost £73 includes lunch, entrance fee, coach.
MENU. Mains. Desserts
Fish & Chips with Mushy Peas. Fruit Salad.
Chicken & chips with Garden Peas. Apple Pie/ Custard.
Vegan/ Vegetarian Fish & Chips with Mushy Peas.
Gluten Free Grilled Fish with New Potatoes And Mushy Peas. Tea/ Coffee.
JUNE 10TH
WARNER'S HOLME LACY, HEREFORD. 5 DAYS. HALF BOARD WITH 2 TRIPS OUT
INCLUDING A RIVER TRIP COST £439. SECURED BY A £50 DEPOSIT . CONTACT DAVE
670034 OR NEIL 727066.
NEW TRIP
Monday 18th November 2024 POTTERS RESORT Hopton on Sea Nr Great Yarmouth.
5 Days (4nights) All Inclusive, Full dining including four meals a day, drinks included
throughout your stay, West end quality entertainment, Comfortable accommodation and
Sports, leisure and facilities. Price includes, Coach, Excursions, Full board and drinks.
£539 Per Person. Various types of accomodation available, talk to Cathy Burchill
To Book @£20 Deposit. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026
Note:- Still available, 1 Double or Twin Bungalow Plus @£559 pp.
Meeting Tuesday 26th March The speaker today is Mary Winder,on" Her time as a
Magistrate"
Next Meeting Tuesday 23rd April Spring Tea.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month. New members welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon. Dates:- 8th Apr, 6th May, 3rd Jun, 1St Jul, 5th Aug, 2nd Sept, 7th Oct, 4th Nov.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 26th Apr, 24th May, 21st June, 26th July, 23rd Aug, 20th Sept, 25th Oct.
Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. . The meal deal is £12 which includes a main meal from a selected menu,
soft drink, and coffee/tea. FUTURE DATES:-
We start playing again at 10am on this day 15th Apr, 20th May, 17th June.
Contact John Grognet 687415
WALKS. Friday 19th April.
Well here we are again on our Explore Kent by Bus trips. Lorna and John are doing their
old favourite again at the Hop Farm, Paddock Wood. A table has been booked for lunch/
coffee at 12noon. Those that don't want to walk can go in for coffee and then those that
want to walk will join them for lunch. We will be getting the No 6 bus from Fountain lane
Barming at 11.16am. There is a bus back at 14.09pm. Looking forward to seeing you all
and here's hoping it will have stopped raining by then.
Contact John Grognet 01622 687415.
BARMARA FEBRUARY 24 NEWSLETTER
A theatre trip to see " Sister Act " at the Dominium Theatre London on Wednesday
17th April, seat and coach cost £62. ALL SEATS SOLD
Contact Cathy Burchill on 01622 201026 or 07775917556
JUNE 10TH
WARNER'S HOLME LACY, HEREFORD. 5 DAYS. HALF BOARD WITH 2 TRIPS OUT
INCLUDING A RIVER TRIP COST £439. SECURED BY A £50 DEPOSIT . CONTACT DAVE
670034 OR NEIL 727066.
FULL PAYMENT OF THE BALANCE REQUIRED FEBRUARY 2024.
£389 pp + £30 pp if Signature room.
BARMARA OUTINGS Sort Code 60-60-08 A/C 46572716
NEW TRIP
Monday 18th November 2024 POTTERS RESORT Hopton on Sea Nr Great Yarmouth.
5 Days (4nights) All Inclusive, Full dining including four meals a day, drinks included
throughout your stay, West end quality entertainment, Comfortable accommodation and
Sports, leisure and facilities. Price includes, Coach, Excursions, Full board and drinks.
£539 Per Person. Various types of accommodation available, talk to Cathy Burchill
To Book @£20 Deposit. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026
Next Meeting Tuesday 27th February. The speaker today is Dean Caston his subject
" The Royal Variety Performance "
March meeting will host, Mary Winder, on," Her Time as a Magistrate??"
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month. New members welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon. Dates:- 4th Mar, 8th Apr, 6th May, 3rd Jun, 1st Jul
5th Aug, 2nd Sept, 7th Oct, 4th Nov, 2nd Dec.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 22nd Mar, 26th Apr,24th May, 21st June.
Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. Play is now finished for the season but the lunches continue at the Redstart.
The meal deal is £12 which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and
coffee/tea.
Future Dates:- Lunches Only 12.30pm 11th Mar,
We start playing again at 10am on this day 15th Apr, 20th May, 17th June.
Contact John Grognet 687415
BARMARA JANUARY 24 NEWSLETTER
This year's Christmas Lunch will be on January 23rd 2024 at the Masonic Hall, Tovil. The cost is £30 which includes a 3 course lunch and entertainment, bring your dancing Shoes?? MAKE YOUR OWN WAY THERE BY 12.30 FOR SIT DOWN AT 1 OCLOCK. WHEN PAYING BRENDA SARGENT PLEASE MAKE YOUR 3 COURSE SELECTION . CHEQUES OR BANK TRANSFERS MADE OUT TO BARMARA OUTINGS SORT CODE 60-60-08 A/C 46572716
Pick-up times for Bournemouth :- Fant Lane 11 am, Beverley Shops 11.10am, Heath Road 11.15, Allington 11.30 am.
Stop Press. New trip
A theatre trip to see " Sister Act " at the Dominium Theatre London on Wednesday 17th April, seat and coach cost £62. This is a very good price and we have to move fast to retain the seats so if interested contact Cathy Burchill on 01622 201026 or 07775917556 ASAP.
Monday 19th February till Friday 23rd February 2024 Hotel Riviera, Bournemouth. Half board with half price bar.
Cost £239 per person. Deposit £50. Note Cheques or bank transfer made out to BARMARA OUTINGS Sort Code 60-60-08 A/C 46572716 Further details contact Cathy Burchill 07775917556.
JUNE 10TH WARNER'S HOLME LACY, HEREFORD. 5 DAYS. HALF BOARD WITH 2 TRIPS OUT INCLUDING A RIVER TRIP COST £439. SECURED BY A £50 DEPOSIT . CONTACT DAVE 670034 OR NEIL 727066.
FULL PAYMENT OF THE BALANCE REQUIRED FEBRUARY 2024.
£389 pp + £30 pp if Signature room. BARMARA OUTINGS Sort Code 60-60-08 A/C 46572716
NEW TRIP
Monday 18th November 2024 POTTERS RESORT Hopton on Sea Nr Great Yarmouth. 5 Days (4nights) All Inclusive, Full dining including four meals a day, drinks included throughout your stay, West end quality entertainment, Comfortable accommodation and Sports, leisure and facilities. Price includes, Coach, Excursions, Full board and drinks. £539 Per Person. Various types of accommodation available, talk to Cathy Burchill
To Book @£20 Deposit. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 201026
No meeting this month due to the belated Christmas Lunch at the Masonic Hall Tovil.
Next Meeting Tuesday 27th February. The speaker today is Dean Caston his subject " The Royal Variety Performance "
March meeting will host, Mary Winder, on," Her Time as a Magistrate??"
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month. Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am till 12noon. Dates:- 5 th Feb, 4th Mar, 8th Apr, 6th May, 3rd Jun, 1St Jul 5 th Aug, 2nd Sept, 7th Oct, 4th Nov, 2nd Dec.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre. Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 26th JAN 2024, 16th Feb, 22nd Mar, 26th Apr 24th May, 21st June. Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. Play is now finished for the season but the lunches continue at the Redstart. The meal deal is £12 which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and coffee/tea.
Future Dates:- Lunches Only 12.30pm 15th Jan 2024, 12th Feb, 11th Mar, We start playing again at 10am on this day 15th Apr, 20th May, 17th June. Contact John Grognet 687415
Our New First-aider Jayne Wood is involved in sending shoeboxes to Ukraine which she fills with a variety of items that families can use to make their lives easier many of these are not available due to the war The type of things are listed below.
Toiletries, soap, shampoo, deodorant, combs, sanitary products, shaving things,wipes, Clothing – underwear,socks, tights, ties, T-shirts, Jumpers, pyjamas, Sundries – pens,pencils,candles, rulers, rubbers, colouring books, scewdrivers, kitchen Utensils. If now or after Christmas you find you have any of these unused type of things going Spare please bring them along to our meetings or contact Jayne.01622756200
BARMARA NOVEMBER 2023 NEWSLETTER
SUBSCRIPTIONS REMINDER THESE ARE NOW DUE.
It's that time again, subscriptions are now due, fortunately the committee have managed
to keep costs down and are able to keep the subs the same as last year. £18 for members
and £6 for associate members. Payments can be made by cheque to Barmara. Or if using
bank transfer, Barming Active Retirement Association SORT CODE 60-60-08
A/C 46549714. mark Name and Subs. No cash.
NEW TRIP. Rooms still available. 1 Twin Left
Monday 19th February till Friday 23rd
February 2024 Hotel Riviera, Bournemouth.
Half board with half price bar.
Cost £239 per person. Deposit £50. Note Cheques or bank transfer made out to
BARMARA OUTINGS Sort Code 60-60-08 A/C 46572716
Further details contact Cathy Burchill 07775917556.
Our next meeting will be in the on Tuesday 28th November the speaker will be
Steve Valentine His Subject Singer.
NOTE The December meeting has been brought forward to the Tuesday 12th December.
Minced pies and mulled wine plus a Christmas Quiz. Wear a Christmas outfit,
Best one wins a prize.
This year's Christmas Lunch will be on January 23rd 2024 at the Masonic Hall, Tovil.
The cost is £30 which includes a 3 course lunch and entertainment, bring your dancing
Shoes?? Make your own way there by 12.30 for sit down at 1 oclock.
When paying Brenda Sargent please make your 3 course selection . Cheques or Bank
Transfers made out to Barmara Outings sort code 60-60-08 a/c 46572716.
June 10th
Warner's Holme Lacy, Hereford. 5 Days. Half board with 2 trips out including a
river trip cost £439. secured by a £50 deposit . Contact Dave 670034 or Neil 727066.
This is now full but we will take reserves.
Full payment of the balance required February 2024.
NEW TRIP
Monday 18th November 2024 POTTERS RESORT Hopton on Sea Nr Great Yarmouth.
5 Days (4nights) All Inclusive, Full dining including four meals a day, drinks included
throughout your stay, West end quality entertainment, Comfortable accommodation and
Sports, leisure and facilities. Price includes, Coach, Excursions, Full board and drinks.
£539 Per Person. Various types of accomodation available, talk to Cathy Burchill
To Book @£20 Deposit. Contact Cathy Burchill 01622 20102
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon. Dates:- 4th Dec, 8th Jan, 5th Feb, 4th Mar, 8th Apr, 6th May, 3rd Jun, 1St Jul
5th Aug, 2nd Sept, 7th Oct, 4th Nov, 2nd Dec.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 22nd Dec. - 26th JAN 2024, 16th Feb, 22nd Mar, 26th Apr
24th May, 21st June.
Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. Play is now finished for the season but the lunches continue at the Redstart.
The meal deal is £12 which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and
coffee/tea.
Future Dates:- Lunches Only 12.30pm 18th Dec. – 15th Jan 2024, 12th Feb,11th Mar,
We start playing again at 10am on this day 15th Apr, 20th May, 17th June.
Contact John Grognet 687415
Our New First-aider Jayne Wood is involved in sending shoeboxes to Ukraine which she
fills with a variety of items that families can use to make their lives easier many of these
are not available due to the war The type of things are listed below.
Toiletries, soap, shampoo, deodorant, combs, sanitary products, shaving things, wipes,
Clothing – underwear,socks, tights, ties, T-shirts, Jumpers, pyjamas,
Sundries – pens,pencils,candles, rulers, rubbers, colouring books, scewdrivers, kitchen Utensils.
If now or after Christmas you find you have any of these unused type of things going
Spare please bring them along to our meetings or contact Jayne.01622756200
BARMARA OCTOBER 2023 NEWSLETTER
PICKUP TIMES FOR THURSFORD.
FANT LANE, 7.am, BEVERLEY SHOPS, 7.10am, HEATH ROAD 7.15am, ALLINGTON 7.30am
Wednesday 8th November a trip to Thursford Christmas Show, Norfolk.
Please inform Cathy as soon as possible if for any reason you can't make it on the day
Contact Cathy 07775917556.
SUBSCRIPTIONS REMINDER THESE ARE NOW DUE.
It's that time again, subscriptions are now due, fortunately the committee have managed
to keep costs down and are able to keep the subs the same as last year. £18 for members
and £6 for associate members. Payments can be made by cheque to Barmara. Or if using
bank transfer, Barming Active Retirement Association SORT CODE 60-60-08
A/C 46549714. mark Name and Subs. No cash.
NEW TRIP. Rooms still available.
Monday 19th February till Friday 23rd
February 2024 Hotel Riviera, Bournemouth.
Half board with half price bar.
Cost £239 per person. Deposit £50. Note Cheques or bank transfer made out to
BARMARA OUTINGS Sort Code 60-60-08 A/C 46572716
Further details contact Cathy Burchill 07775917556.
Our next meeting will be in the on Tuesday 24th October the speaker will be
Dave Berry who was" Frankie Abbot in Please Sir" his Subject " Actors Behaving Badly "
Future Speakers:- Month Speaker Subject
28th November Jason Allen Singer.
NOTE The December meeting has been brought forward to the Tuesday 12th December.
Minced pies and mulled wine plus a Christmas Quiz.
This year's Christmas Lunch will be on January 23rd 2024 at the Masonic Hall, Tovil.
The cost is £30 which includes a 3 course lunch and entertainment, bring your dancing
Shoes?? Make your own way there by 12.30 for sit down at 1 oclock.
When paying Brenda Sargent please make your 3 course selection . Cheques or Bank
Transfers made out to Barmara Outings sort code 60-60-08 a/c 46572716.
June 10th
Warner's Holme Lacy, Hereford. 5 Days. Half board with 2 trips out including a
river trip cost £439. secured by a £50 deposit . Contact Dave 670034 or Neil 727066.
This is now full but we will take reserves.
Full payment of the balance required February 2024.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon. Dates:- 6th Nov, 4th Dec.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 24th Nov, 22nd Dec. Contact John Grognet 687415
PETANQUE. Play is now finished for the season but the lunches continue at the Redstart.
The meal deal is £12 which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and
coffee/tea.
Future Dates:- Lunches Only 12.30pm 13th Nov, 18th Dec.
Contact John Grognet 687415
People of note in Maidstone.
Andrew Broughton 1603-1688
A historical figure, played a significant role in the English Civil War. He was clerk of the
court at the high court of justice during the trial of King Charles I of England, Broughton
read out the charges against the King, and required him to plead, and after the trail
he declared the courts sentence of death and signed the document.
After the restoration, he was not given a pardon as many others were so faced the
death penalty in a revenge purge, so he fled to Switzerland where he lived for 25 years
and where he died.
He was Mayor of Maidstone in 1648, lived in Earl Street where there is a Plaque on the
wall.
BARMARA SEPTEMBER 2023 NEWSLETTER
Wednesday 8th November a trip to Thursford Christmas Show, Norfolk.
Overnight stop at the Premier Inn.
Cost Doubles £177 , Singles £ 189. Deposit £60. Price includes best seats, coach,
Overnight stay at the Premier Inn Kings Lynn, and a 2 course evening meal, drink and full
Breakfast. Contact Cathy 07775917556.
NOTE THE BALANCE FOR THIS TRIP IS DUE NOW.
Please make your choices for the meal and give to Cathy.
SUBSCRIPTIONS
It's that time again, subscriptions are now due, fortunately the committee have managed
to keep costs down and are able to keep the subs the same as last year. £18 for members
and £6 for associate members. Payments can be made by cheque to Barmara. Or if using
bank transfer, Barming Active Retirement Association SORT CODE 60-60-08
A/C 46549714. mark Name and Subs. No cash.
NEW TRIP.
Monday 19th February till Friday 23rd
February 2024 Hotel Riviera, Bournemouth.
Half board with half price bar.
Cost £239 per person. Deposit £50. Note Cheques or bank transfer made out to
BARMARA OUTINGS Sort Code 60-60-08 A/C 46572716
Further details contact Cathy Burchill 07775917556.
Our next meeting will be in the on Tuesday 26th September the speaker will be
Pam and Mark Bathhurst their Subject " Medway Paddle Steamer"
Future Speakers:- Month Speaker Subject
24th October David Barry "Actors behaving badly."
NOTE The December meeting has been brought forward to the Tuesday 12th December.
Minced pies and mulled wine plus a Christmas Quiz.
This year's Christmas Lunch will be on January 23rd 2024 at the Masonic Hall, Tovil.
Details and cost to follow.
EXPLORE KENT BY BUS.
On September 29th we will be exploring Tunbridge Wells. We will be getting the 10.16 am
No 6 bus from the Spice Fusion bus stop. The return buses leave on the half hour.
The bus stops at the top of the hill and the bottom. If you do not want to walk too far
you can get off at the top of the hill by the shops and perhaps go for coffee, explore the
shops and then go in somewhere for lunch. If you stay on the bus to the bottom of the
hill you can walk into the park and have coffee there. If you would like to you can then
walk around the park. We will then be going back up the hill to find somewhere for
lunch. We hope you will join us for this last walk of the season.
Any queries please call John on 01622 687415 or 07742069527.
June 10th
Warner's Holme Lacy, Hereford. 5 Days. Half board with 2 trips out including a
river trip cost £439. Having taken provisional names for this holiday they need to be
secured by a £50 deposit . Contact Dave 670034 or Neil 727066.
This is now full but we will take reserves
.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon. Dates:- 2nd Oct, 6th Nov, 4th Dec.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 20th Oct, 24th Nov, 22nd Dec.
Contact John Grognet 687415.
PETANQUE. Play is now finished for the season but the lunches continue at the Redstart.
The meal deal is £12 which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and
coffee/tea.
Future Dates:- Lunches Only 12.30pm 16th Oct, 13th Nov, 18th Dec.
Contact John Grognet 687415
BARMARA JUNE 2023 NEWSLETTER
PICK UP TIMES FOR CREEK, COCKLES and COCKNEYS THURSDAY 20th July.
FANT LANE 08.30 am, BEVERLEY SHOPS 08.40 am, HEATH ROAD 08.45am, and
ALLINGTON 09.00am.
NOTE New trip for Thursday 20th July. Creek Cockles and Cockneys.
After picking up our Blue Badge Guide we go to Hadleigh for coffee and biscuits then off
for a tour of unexplored Essex, then on to Southend for lunch in the Palace Hotel after
some free time in Southend we continue on to Leigh on Sea .
Cost £63 which includes coffee and biscuits, lunch, coach.
Payment due now or at May meeting cheques or bank transfer to Barmara Outings.
NEED TO KNOW MENU CHOICE FROM :-
A Grilled chicken, with red wine gravy, served with seasonal veg and roast potatoes.
B Vegetarian Moussaka.
Main course can be served with gluten free gravy by pre-order only.
Strawberry Gateaux for dessert.
Associate Members welcome. Hurry just a few places left.
Contact Cathy Burchill 07775917556
Wednesday 8th November a trip to Thursford Christmas Show, Norfolk.
Overnight stop at the Premier Inn.
Cost Doubles £177 , Singles £ 189. Deposit £60. Price includes best seats, coach,
Overnight stay at the Premier Inn Kings Lynn, and a 2 course evening meal and a full
Breakfast. Contact Cathy 07775917556.
Our next meeting will be in the on 27th JUNE
Today will be a talk from the Charity Cardiomyopathy and presentation of a cheque
to Jaye ChassebI
The next Bus Explore day will be on Friday 30th JUNE our destination is Historic
Faversham, come and explore the old cobbled streets full of old fashioned shops
walk along the river or visit the Magna Carta exhibition in the Town Hall or the Police
Museum in Church Street. Plenty of cafes and bars including a Wetherspoons!
The 3x bus leaves King Street (opposite Boots) at 10.25am.
Coming back they leave Faversham at 1 pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4.30 pm at Newton road or
Court road.
Contact Dave 670034.
Future Speakers:- Month Speaker Subject.
27th June Charity talk and presentation of a cheque.
25th July Richard Griffin Queens Bodyguard.
22nd
August Delia Taylor The Fabulous 50's + AGM
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am till 12noon.
Dates:- 3rd Jul,7th Aug, 4th Sep 2nd Oct, 6th Nov, 4th Dec.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday July 14th, Aug 25th,Sept 22nd
.Contact John Grognet 687415.
PETANQUE We start at 10am till 12.00 in the rear garden of the Redstart. The meal deal
is £12 which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and coffee/tea.
Future Dates:- 17th July, 21st Aug, 18th Sept.
Contact John Grognet 687415.
SHORTMAT BOWLS. NEW
Played at Hermitage Park Hall. Thursdays at 10.45 – 12.45 cost £3 includes tea/ coffee.
Dates:- 27th July, 17th Aug, 14th Sept.
Contact John Grognet 687415
This year is Barmara's 20th Anniversary and we going to run a special trip to Pluck's
Gutter Pub, near Sturry on 7th September There will be a 2 course meal, entertainment.
Menu to be advised later.
The coach is free but there is a charge of £20 for the meal.
Associate Members welcome. Places still available.
Names to Cathy Burchill Tel 07775917556.
Holidays for 2024 are in the pipeline.
February- awaiting final details.
June 10th
Warner's Holme Lacy, Hereford. 5 Days. Half board with 2 trips out including a
river trip cost £439. Having taken provisional names for this holiday they need to be
secured by a £50 deposit. Contact Dave 670034 or Neil 727066.
Jayne Wood has volunteered to become our new First Aider
The Committee and membership are very grateful to her for taking on this
Important position. Well done.
BARMARA MAY 2023 NEWSLETTER
PICKUP TIMES FOR HOLIDAY TO TORQUAY MON 12 JUNE 2023.
ALLINGTON 09.30 AM, FANT LANE 09.40 AM, SPICE FUSION 09.50 AM,
BEVERLEY SHOPS 10.00 AM, HEATH ROAD 10.05 AM.
NOTE New trip for Thursday 20th July. Creek Cockles and Cockneys.
After picking up our Blue Badge Guide we go to Hadleigh for coffee and biscuits then off
for a tour of unexplored Essex, then on to Southend for lunch in the Palace Hotel after
some free time in Southend we continue on to Leigh on Sea .
Cost £63 which includes coffee and biscuits, lunch, coach.
Payment due now or at May meeting cheques or bank transfer to Barmara Outings.
NEED TO KNOW MENU CHOICE FROM :-
A Grilled chicken, with red wine gravy, served with seasonal veg and roast potatoes.
B Vegetarian Moussaka.
Main course can be served with gluten free gravy by pre-order only.
Strawberry Gateaux for dessert.
Associate Members welcome. Hurry just a few places left.
Contact Cathy Burchill 07775917556
Wednesday 8th November a trip to Thursford Christmas Show, Norfolk.
Overnight stop at the Premier Inn Details to follow. Cathy 07775917556
Our next meeting will be in the on 23rd May 2023.
For May 23rd We are celebrating the new King's Coronation , we are having a
Cream tea and will be toasting his majesty with a glass of prosecco for free.
There will be a quiz and a prize for the best appropriate dress
The next Bus Explore day will be on Friday 26th MAY our destination is Tonbridge Castle
Park where you can walk around the park, explore the town, visit the Castle or even
have a boat ride???
Plenty of places to eat or drink.
Catch the No 7 Bus at 10.22 am. From the Barming bus stop which is on the Tonbridge
Road about 100 yds from Farleigh Lane junction.
For more information contact Pauline or Ken Comber on 720476.
Future Speakers:- Month Speaker Subject.
27th June Charity talk and presentation of a cheque.
25th July Richard Griffin Queens Bodyguard.
22nd August Delia Taylor The Fabulous 50's + AGM
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon.
Dates:- 5th Jun, 3rd Jul,7th Aug, 4th Sep2nd Oct, 6th Nov, 4th Dec.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday Jun 23rd ,July 14th, Aug 25th,Sept 22nd
.Contact John Grognet 687415.
PETANQUE We restart playing Petanque on the Monday 17th April at 10am till 12.00 in
the rear garden of the RedStart. The meal deal is £12 which includes a main meal from
a selected menu, soft drink, and coffee/tea.
Future Dates:- 19th June, 17th July, 21st Aug, 18th Sept.
Contact John Grognet 687415.
SHORTMAT BOWLS. NEW
Played at Hermitage Park Hall. Thursdays at 10.45 – 12.45 cost £3 includes tea/ coffee.
Dates:- 8th June, 27th July, 17th Aug, 14th Sept.
Contact John Grognet 687415
This year is Barmara's 20th Anniversary and we going to run a special trip to Pluck's
Gutter Pub, near Sturry on 7th September There will be a 2 course meal, entertainment.
Menu to be advised later.
The coach is free but there is a charge of £20 for the meal.
I know it is a bit previous but we do need the numbers for the ordering of coaches.
Associate Members welcome.
Names to Cathy Burchill Tel 07775917556.
Holidays for 2024 are in the pipeline.
February- awaiting final details.
June 10th
Warner's Holme Lacy, Hereford. 5 Days. £439
First Aiders.
We are now looking for volunteers if any members would like to take on these
Positions please contact any committee member.
. Did you know we have a website, it many interesting pieces of information
of present and past events, there are contains numerous photos of trips, shows we have
performed, lunches, holidays and other memorabilia . Give it a try and please our
web manager Peter Sargent. www.barmara.org.uk
BARMARA FEBRUARY 2023 NEWSLETTER
HOLIDAY TO EASTBOURNE ON FEBRUARY MON 20TH
TILL 24TH
2023.
PICK-UP TIMES :- Don't forget your tennis ball?
Fant Lane 11am , Fountain 11.05am , Beverley Shops 11.15am , Heath Road 11.20am
Allington 11.30am. Contact Cathy Burchill 07775917556
NEW TRIP.
Thursday 6th April. Aldwych Theatre.
A trip has been arranged to see a London Show " TINA" Good seats, Cost £63.50
Includes Coach and Ticket.
If interested contact Cathy Burchill Tel 07775917556.
THE BALANCE FOR THE TORQUAY HOLIDAY IS NOW DUE £329 PP LAST DAY FOR
PAYMENT IS 28TH MARCH AS WE HAVE TO PAY THE INVOICE ON APRIL 2nd
.Pay by cheque or bank transfer to BARMARA OUTINGS Sort code 60-60-08
A/c 46572716. And state event i.e Torquay.
Holiday To Torquay. Monday 12th June 2023.
5 days(4 nights ) Halfboard at the TLH Derwent Hotel
Your Elite special break includes :- Return Executive Coach Travel & 2 Excursions
Free Bar 18.00 – 23.00 Each Evening Daily Newspaper
Elite Welcome Pack, Tea/Coffee, Chocolates, Premium Biscuits & Savouries.
Elite Afternoon Tea with Bucks Fizz, Sandwiches, Cakes, Tea/Coffee Followed by
Afternoon Entertainment. 15% Discount on Health & Spa Treatments at the Fire & ice
Spa.
Price £349. Some singles may incur a £60 supplement . DEPOSIT £20. To Book Contact
Dave 670034. Balance of £329 to be paid in March.
Our next meeting will be in the on 28th FEBRUARY 2023.
The Speaker is Chicory Tip so come along and have nostalgic listen or even a dance?
Future Speakers:- Month Speaker Subject.
February Chicory Tip Music from the 60/70s
March Melanie Gibson Edith Cavell
April KCC Mature Drivers?
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon. NOTE no coffee morning in May (bank holiday)
Dates:- 6th Mar, 3rd Apr, 5th Jun, 3rd Jul,7th Aug, 4th Sep
2
nd Oct, 6th Nov, 4th Dec.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the new Hermitage Park Community
Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday Mar 17th, Apr 21st , May 19th, Jun 23rd ,July 14th, Aug 25th,Sept 22nd
.
Contact John Grognet 687415.
PETANQUE. Although we have finished playing for the season, following popular
demand, it has been decided to carry on with the lunches at the Redstart Pub. The deal is
£12 which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and coffee/tea.
12.30pm.Dates:- 13th March.
We restart playing Petanque on the Monday 17th April at 10am in the rear garden of the RedStart.
Same meal deal as above. Future Dates:- 15th May, 19th June, 17th July, 21st Aug, 18th Sept.
Contact John Grognet 687415.
SHORTMAT BOWLS. NEW
Played at Hermitage Park Hall. Thursdays at 10.45 – 12.45 cost £3 includes tea/ coffee.
Dates:- 9 March, 13 April, 11th May, 8th June, 20th July, 17th Aug, 14th Sept.
Contact John Grognet 687415
IMPORTANT .
Maureen Kenwright our refreshments organiser is standing down due to family
commitments, as a consequence the committee is looking for 2/3 members to undertake
this very important function, this entails, providing, on meeting days, cups, urns, kettles
and other sundries from storage cupboards at the hall , to make our teas and coffees at
the required time clearing up and returning everything to the cupboards.
If interested in these positions please contact Maureen or a member of the committee.
The Committee would also like to thank Maureen for her sterling work over many years,
she will be a hard act to follow.
First Aiders.
We are now looking for volunteers if any members would like to take on these
Positions please contact any committee member.
BARMARA NOVEMBER 2022 NEWSLETTER
Our charity walkers who braved the wind and rain to walk around Mote Park in aid
of Cardiomyopathy, well done everyone.
We collected a total £ 1272 a big thank you to all the walkers and their very generous
sponsers. And a very big thankyou to our Chairman, Colin who collected £600.
The Quiz night collected £213.45 for our charity so again thank you for all those who
attended and for Brenda and Peter for organising it.
The meeting this month is on the Tuesday 22nd November at 1pm Barming Village Hall.
The Speaker will be Nick Kelly his theme is "Duck's Soup", musical entertainment.
Because we having the Christmas Dinner at the Masonic Hall Tovil there will not be a
December meeting.
Future Speakers:- Month Speaker Subject.
January Alan Haines Baby Boomers Show.
February Chicory Tip Music from the 60/70s
March Melanie Gibson Edith Cavell
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE NOW OVERDUE.
The subscriptions for 2022/23 are £18 for Full Members and £6 for Associate Members
Subs can be paid by cheque made to BARMARA or by bank transfer :-
Account No 46549714 Sort Code 60-60-08.
CHRISTMAS LUNCH Book with Brenda Sargent. Last chance to book and pay.
The lunch this year will be held at the Masonic Hall Tovil. on Tuesday 6th December
It will be a three course meal, and cost £28.50. there is a choice of three, for each course
and Brenda will note your selection when booking. Entertainment will be Nick so bring
your pumps.
Arrive at 12.30pm for sit down 1pm.
Art Club Tuesday 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon.
Dates:- Dec 5th, 9th Jan, 6th Feb, 6th Mar, 3rd Apr, 8th May, 5th Jun, 3rd Jul,7th Aug, 4th Sep
2nd Oct, 6th Nov, 4th Dec.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the new Hermitage Park Community
Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 16th Dec, Jan 20th, Feb 17th, Mar 17th, Apr 21st , May 19th, Jun 23rd
.
Contact John Grognet 687415.
PETANQUE. Although we have finished playing for the season, following popular
demand, it has been decided to carry on with the lunches at the Redstart Pub. The deal is
£12 which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and coffee/tea.
Contact John Grognet 687415.
DATES:- Monday, 16th January, 13th February, 13th March.
SHORTMAT BOWLS. NEW
Played at Hermitage Park Hall. Thursdays at 10.45 – 12.45 cost £3 includes tea/ coffee.
Dates:- 8th Dec, 12th January, 9th February, 9 March, 13 April.
Contact John Grognet 687415
HOLIDAY TO EASTBOURNE
A HOLIDAY TO EASTBOURNE HAS BEEN ARRANGED FOR FEBRUARY MON 20TH
TILL 24TH 2023. HALFBOARD. CATHY BURCHILL TEL 07775917556.
New Holiday To Torquay. Monday 12th June 2023.
5 days(4 nights ) Halfboard at the TLH Derwent Hotel
Your Elite special break includes :- Return Executive Coach Travel & 2 Excursions
Free Bar 18.00 – 23.00 Each Evening Daily Newspaper
Elite Welcome Pack, Tea/Coffee, Chocolates, Premium Biscuits & Savouries.
Elite Afternoon Tea with Bucks Fizz, Sandwiches, Cakes, Tea/Coffee Followed by Afternoon
Entertainment. 15% Discount on Health & Spa Treatments at the Fire & ice Spa.
Price £349. Some singles may incur a £60 supplement . DEPOSIT £20. To Book Contact Dave 670034.
First Aiders.
We are now looking for volunteers if any members would like to take on these
Positions please contact any committee member.
BARMARA OCTOBER 2022 NEWSLETTER
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE NOW DUE.
The subscriptions for 2022/23 are £18 for Full Members and £6 for Associate Members
Subs can be paid by cheque made to BARMARA or by bank transfer :-
Account No 46549714 Sort Code 60-60-08.
TRIP to Thursford Tuesday 8th November.
PICK UP TIMES:- Fant Lane 07.25am, Fountain 07.30 am, Beverley shops 07.35am,
Allington 07.45am..Please be Prompt as we will not wait.
Neil 727066 mobile 07703488427 or Dave.670034, Mobile 07579032083
CHRISTMAS LUNCH Book with Brenda Sargent on 693755
The lunch this year will be held at the Masonic Hall Tovil. on Tuesday 6th December
It will be a three course meal, and cost £28.50. there is a choice of three, for each course
and Brenda will note your selection when booking. Entertainment will be Nick so bring
your pumps.
Arrive at 12.30pm for sit down 1pm.
Tuesday Art Club 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Fancy trying something different?? Why not come along to the Art Club, novices welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am
till 12noon.
Dates:- Nov 7th, Dec 5th
.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the new Hermitage Park Community
Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 21st Oct, 18th Nov,16th Dec
Contact John Grognet 687415.
PETANQUE. Although we have finished playing for the season, following popular
demand, it has been decided to carry on with the lunches at the Redstart Pub. The deal is
the same £10 which includes a main meal from a selected menu, soft drink, and
coffee/tea.
Contact John Grognet 687415.
DATES:- Monday, 14th November, 16th January, 13th February, 13th March.
Interested in playing shortmat bowls at Hermitage Park?? Contact John Grognet 687415
FUTURE SPEAKERS:- Dates Speaker Subject.
Oct 25th
Mary Smith School girls
HOLIDAY TO EASTBOURNE
A NEW HOLIDAY TO EASTBOURNE HAS BEEN ARRANGED FOR FEBRUARY MON 20TH TILL 24TH
2023. HALFBOARD.
ASK YOUR FRIENDS NO NEED TO BE MEMBERS.
NOTE 8 DOUBLES AND 3 TWINS STILL LEFT. COST £179 CATHY BURCHILL TEL
07775917556.
New Holiday To Torquay. Monday 12th June 2023.
5 days(4 nights ) Halfboard at the TLH Derwent Hotel
Your Elite special break includes :- Return Executive Coach Travel & 2 Excursions
Free Bar 18.00 – 23.00 Each Evening Daily Newspaper
Elite Welcome Pack, Tea/Coffee, Chocolates, Premium Biscuits & Savouries.
Elite Afternoon Tea with Bucks Fizz, Sandwiches, Cakes, Tea/Coffee Followed by Afternoon
Entertainment. 15% Discount on Health & Spa Treatments at the Fire & ice Spa.
Price £349. Some singles may incur a £60 supplement . DEPOSIT £20. To Book Contact Dave 670034.
First Aiders.
Our current First Aiders, Laurie Moore and Jeanette Reid-Marr are both stepping down after long
and sterling service . The Committee and Members offer a very grateful thank you to you both for
your good work helping to keep us safe over many years.
We are now looking for volunteers to fill their shoes, if any members would like to take on these
Positions please contact any committee member.
DIDYOU KNOW BARMARA HAS A WEB SITE???
It contains past and present information about events, newsletters, photos, and other interesting facts
If you wish to add something contact Peter Sargent.
The web site is - www.barmara.org.uk
BARMARA SEPTEMBER 2022 NEWSLETTER
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
BROADSTAIRS TRIP, BUS TIMES. Thursday 22nd SEPTEMBER.
FANT LANE 9.30am, BEVERLEY SHOPS 9.40am, TOP OF BEVERLEY ROAD 9.45am, ALLINGTON 10am.
MAIN CHARITY EVENT ( CARDIOMYOPATHY ) THE MOTE PARK WALK FRIDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER
MEET AT 11 AM AT THE CAFÉ IN MOTE PARK, PARKING IS AVAILABLE BUT THERE IS A FEE.
THE WALK IS ABOUT ONE MILE, EASY GOING, NO SPECIAL FOOTWEAR NEEDED.
ALL WELCOME IF YOU CAN'T DO THE WALK PLEASE SPONSER SOMEONE WHO IS.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE NOW DUE.
The subscriptions for 2022/23 are £18 for Full Members and £6 for Associate Members
Subs can be paid by cheque made to BARMARA or by bank transfer :-
Account No 46549714 Sort Code 60-60-08.
QUIZ NIGHT.
Saturday 8th October. at Barming Village Hall.
7pm ---10pm Tickets £5 Available from Brenda Sargent Tel 693755
Bring your own nibbles and drink. All profits go to our charity
TRIP to Thursford
a trip has been arranged for the Christmas Spectacular Show at Thursford, Norfolk
on 8th November 2022. this is the best show of this kind anywhere in the country, including the
westend. the trip includes coach, 2pm show, best seats in the centre stalls
one night at the premier inn west lynn, 2 course evening meal, drink, and full english
breakfast. cost £145 per person for a double room, singles £30 supplement. deposit £50.
names to neil 727066 or dave.670034
CHRISTMAS LUNCH Book with Brenda Sargent.
The lunch this year will be held at the Masonic Hall Tovil. on Tuesday 6th December
It will be a three course meal, and cost £28.50. there is a choice of three, for each course and Brenda
will note your selection when booking. Entertainment will be Nick so bring your pumps.
Arrive at 12.30pm for sit down 1pm.
Tuesday Art Club 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Fancy trying something different?? Why not come along to the Art Club, novices welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am till 12noon.
Dates:- Oct 3rd, Nov 7th, Dec 5th
.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the new Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 21st Oct, 18th Nov,16th Dec
Contact John Grognet 687415.
PETANQUE. NOTE NEW START TIMES NOW 10AM.
At the Red Start Pub, North Street at 10 am. till 12.30pm. and we have
arranged:- Tea/coffee £2.20, Selected menu lunch £7.50, Soft drink £1.50 or all 3 for £10.
Dates for the future:- 10th Oct.
FUTURE SPEAKERS:- Dates Speaker Subject.
Sept 27th
Julia Macclean Barming, My Grandfather and me.
Oct 25th
Mary Smith School girls
HOLIDAYS Please bring your cheque books as cash is not normally accepted.
A new holiday to Eastbourne has been arranged for February Mon 20th
till 24th
2023. Halfboard.
NOTE 6 Doubles and 3 Twins still left. Cost £179 CATHY BURCHILL TEL 07775917556.
New Holiday To Torquay. Monday 12th June 2023.
5 days(4 nights ) Halfboard at the TLH Derwent Hotel
Your Elite special break includes :- Return Executive Coach Travel & 2 Excursions
Free Bar 18.00 – 23.00 Each Evening Daily Newspaper
Elite Welcome Pack, Tea/Coffee, Chocolates, Premium Biscuits & Savouries.
Elite Afternoon Tea with Bucks Fizz, Sandwiches, Cakes, Tea/Coffee Followed by Afternoon
Entertainment. 15% Discount on Health & Spa Treatments at the Fire & ice Spa.
Price £349. Some singles may incur a £60 supplement . DEPOSIT £20. To Book Contact Dave 670034.
First Aiders.
Our current First Aiders, Laurie Moore and Jeanette Reid-Marr are both stepping down after long
and sterling service . The Committee and Members offer a very grateful thank you to you both for
your good work helping to keep us safe over many years.
We are now looking for volunteers to fill their shoes, if any members would like to take on these
Positions please contact any committee member.
DIDYOU KNOW BARMARA HAS A WEB SITE???
It contains past and present information about events, newsletters, photos, and other interesting facts
If you wish to add something contact Peter Sargent.
The web site is - www.barmara.org.uk
BARMARA AUGUST 2022 NEWSLETTER
BARMING ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING ON TUESDAY 23RD AUGUST 2022 AGENDA
1. Approval of Minutes of EGM held on Friday, 23rd November 2021
2. Chairman's Annual Report
3. Treasurer's Annual Report
4. Outings Annual Report
5. Election of Officers - Chairman, Colin Wallsgrove, Honorary Treasurer, Peter Sargent,
Honorary Secretary, Wendy Thorpe and Honorary Membership Secretary, Brenda
Sargent are all standing for re-election. No other nominations have been
received.
6. Election of Committee Members – Ken Comber, John Grognet, Neil Kenwright,
Maureen Kenwright and Dave Mayger are all standing for re-election. Cathy Birchall
and Linda Hubbard were co-opted onto the Committee and their positions need to be
formalised. No other nominations have been received.
7. 2022/2023 Subs.
8. Any Other Business
Closure of Meeting
As Gloria Rayment is retiring from the committee, the Chairman, Committee, and members would like
to thank her for the sterling work she has carried out for them over many years. Thank You Gloria.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
BARMARA WALKS. Friday 26th August
Catch the No 7 Bus at 10.22 am from the Barming Fountain bus stop.
Our destination is Tonbridge Castle Park. Where we will take a nice stroll around the grounds
then back to the town for lunch. (optional).
Contact Betty West / Marion Brown. Tel 202659/ 727253
Future Dates:- Charity Walk Mote Park 23rd September.
MAIN CHARITY EVENT ( CARDIOMYOPATHY ) THE MOTE PARK WALK FRIDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER
MEET AT 11 AM AT THE CAFÉ IN MOTE PARK, PARKING IS AVAILABLE BUT THERE IS A FEE.
THE WALK IS ABOUT ONE MILE, EASY GOING, NO SPECIAL FOOTWEAR NEEDED.
ALL WELCOME IF YOU CAN'T DO THE WALK PLEASE SPONSER SOMEONE WHO IS.
Tuesday Art Club 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Fancy trying something different?? Why not come along to the Art Club, novices welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am till 12noon.
Dates:- Sep 5th, Oct 3rd, Nov 7th, Dec 5th
.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the new Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 16th Sept, 21st Oct, 18th Nov,16th Dec
Contact John Grognet 687415.
PETANQUE. NOTE NEW START TIMES NOW 10AM.
At the Red Start Pub, North Street at 10 am. till 12.30pm. and we have
arranged:- Tea/coffee £2.20, Selected menu lunch £7.50, Soft drink £1.50 or all 3 for £10.
Dates for the future:- 12th Sept, 10th Oct.
QUIZ NIGHT.
Saturday 8th October. at Barming Village Hall.
7pm ---10pm Tickets £5 Available from Brenda Sargent Tel 693755
Bring your own nibbles and drink. All profits go to our charity
FUTURE SPEAKERS:- Dates Speaker Subject.
Sept 27th
Julia Macclean Barming, My Grandfather and me.
Oct 25th
Mary Smith School girls
HOLIDAYS Please bring your cheque books as cash is not normally accepted.
A new holiday to Eastbourne has been arranged for February Mon 20th till 24th 2023. Halfboard.
NOTE 6 Doubles and 3 Twins still left. Cost £179 CATHY BURCHILL TEL 07775917556.
TRIP to Thursford
a trip has been arranged for the Christmas Spectacular Show at Thursford, Norfolk
on 8th November 2022. this is the best show of this kind anywhere in the country, including the
westend. the trip includes coach, 2pm show, best seats in the centre stalls
one night at the premier inn west lynn, 2 course evening meal, drink, and full english
breakfast. cost £145 per person for a double room, singles £30 supplement. deposit £50.
names to neil 727066 or dave.670034
New Holiday To Torquay. Monday 12th June 2023.
5 days(4 nights ) Halfboard at the TLH Derwent Hotel
Your Elite special break includes :- Return Executive Coach Travel & 2 Excursions
Free Bar 18.00 – 23.00 Each Evening Daily Newspaper
Elite Welcome Pack, Tea/Coffee, Chocolates, Premium Biscuits & Savouries.
Elite Afternoon Tea with Bucks Fizz, Sandwiches, Cakes, Tea/Coffee Followed by Afternoon
Entertainment. 15% Discount on Health & Spa Treatments at the Fire & ice Spa.
Price £349. Some singles may incur a £60 supplement . DEPOSIT £20. To Book Contact Dave 670034.
First Aiders.
Our current First Aiders, Laurie Moore and Jeanette Reid-Marr are both stepping down after long
and sterling service . The Committee and Members offer a very grateful thank you to you both for
your good work helping to keep us safe over many years.
We are now looking for volunteers to fill their shoes, if any members would like to take on these
Positions please contact any committee member.
BARMARA JULY 2022 NEWSLETTER
BARMARA WALKS. Friday 22th July
Catch the No 6 Bus at 10.16 am from the Barming Fountain bus stop.
Our destination is Tunbridge Wells where we will start with a coffee stop then
proceed on a walk around the Calverley Gardens then back to the Old Theatre for Lunch.
Contact Ken and Pauline 720476.
Future Dates:- 26th Aug, Charity Walk Mote Park 23rd September.
NEW DAY TRIP. Thursday 22nd
September 2022 To Broadstairs followed by cream tea at the
Walpole Hotel at Cliftonville . Coach and cream tea £25.
Names to Cathy Burchill Tel 07775917556.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Tuesday Art Club 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming
every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month.
Fancy trying something different?? Why not come along to the Art Club, novices welcome.
Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374. 1 of 3
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am till 12noon.
Dates:- Aug 1st, Sep 5th, Oct 3rd, Nov 7th, Dec 5th
.
KURLING
NOTE NEW TIMES 10.15 am till 12.15 pm at the new Hermitage Park Community Centre.
Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits.
Future Dates. Friday 15th July, 12th Aug, 16th Sept, 21st Oct, 18th Nov,16th Dec
Contact John Grognet 687415.
HOLIDAYS
A new holiday to Eastbourne has been arranged for February Mon 20th till 24th
2023. Halfboard.
A few rooms left Cost £179 CATHY BURCHILL TEL 07775917556.
TRIP to Thursford NOTE We will be collecting the balance of £95 per person in August
a trip has been arranged for the Christmas Spectacular Show at Thursford, Norfolk
on 8th November 2022. this is the best show of this kind anywhere in the country, including the
west end. the trip includes coach, 2pm show, best seats in the centre stalls
one night at the premier inn west lynn, 2 course evening meal, drink, and full english
breakfast. cost £145 per person for a double room, singles £30 supplement. deposit £50.
names to neil 727066 or dave.670034
PETANQUE. NOTE NEW START TIMES NOW 10AM.
At the Red Start Pub, North Street at 10 am. till 12.30pm. and we have
arranged:- Tea/coffee £2.20, Selected menu lunch £7.50, Soft drink £1.50 or all 3 for £10.
Dates for the future:- 11th July, 15th Aug, 12th Sept, 10th Oct.
Future speakers:- Dates Speaker Subject.
July 26th
Ian Sweenie - Fraud Scams
Aug 23rd
Christina Bouldem - Romney Marsh Wolves.
Sept 27th
Julia Macclean Barming, - My Grandfather and me.
Oct 25th
Mary Smith - School girls war.
QUIZ NIGHT.
Saturday 8th October. at Barming Village Hall.
7pm ---10pm Tickets £5 Available from Brenda Sargent Tel 693755
Bring your own nibbles and drink. All profits go to our charity.
New Holiday To Torquay. Monday 12th June 2023.
5 days(4 nights ) Halfboard at the TLH Derwent Hotel
Your Elite special break includes :- Return Executive Coach Travel & 2 Excursions
Free Bar 18.00 – 23.00 Each Evening Daily Newspaper
Elite Welcome Pack, Tea/Coffee, Chocolates, Premium Biscuits & Savouries.
Elite Afternoon Tea with Bucks Fizz, Sandwiches, Cakes, Tea/Coffee Followed by Afternoon
Entertainment. 15% Discount on Health & Spa Treatments at the Fire & ice Spa.
Price £349. Some singles may incur a £60 supplement . Deposit £20. To Book Contact Dave 670034.
First Aiders.
Our current First Aiders, Laurie Moore and Jeanette Reid-Marr are both stepping down after long
and sterling service . The Committee and Members offer a very grateful thank you to you both for
your good work helping to keep us safe over many years.
We are now looking for volunteers to fill their shoes, if any members would like to take on these
Positions please contact any committee member.
BARMING ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The 17th Annual General Meeting of BarmARA will be held at Barming Village Hall on Tuesday, 23rd
August 2022 at 1.30pm as a preliminary to the usual monthly meeting. Matters to be dealt with at the
Meeting will be the delivery of Officers' Annual Reports, presentation of Accounts for the year, and
election of Officers and Committee. Below is a list of current Officers and Committee Members with an
indication of whether they are prepared to stand for re-election.
Chairman Colin Wallsgrove No
Hon Treasurer Peter Sargent Yes
Hon Secretary Wendy Thorpe Yes
Hon Membership Secretary Brenda Sargent Yes
Committee Members Cathy Burchill Yes
Kenneth Comber Yes
Jenny Dickenson Yes
John Grognet Yes
Linda Hubbard Yes
Maureen Kenwright Yes
Neil Kenwright Yes
Dave Mayger Yes
Gloria Rayment Yes
Colin Wallsgrove Yes
You may nominate members to compete for any of the Officer or Committee Posts using the form below.
Any nominations should ideally reach the Secretary at least 14 days before the meeting. A nomination
may be entered at the meeting provided that the nominee is present. In the event of more than one
nomination being received, an election will be held.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
BARMARA
Annual General Meeting August 2022
I……………………………………………………………………….. nominate ………………………………………………………………
for the position of Chairman/Hon Treasurer/Hon Secretary/Hon Membership Secretary/Committee
Member for the year 2022/2023.
I……………………………………………………………………… second the nomination
I……………………………………………………………………… am prepared to stand for election
This form should be handed or sent to Wendy Thorpe, 11 Fountain Lane, Maidstone, ME16 9AR by
Tuesday, 9th August 2022.
BARMARA JUNE 2022 NEWSLETTER
Everyone enjoyed themselves on the Rye Trip, fish and chips good and a stroll round old Tenterden To finish off. Well done Linda and Cathy.
BARMARA WALKS. Friday 24th June. Catch the No 6 Bus at 10.16 am from the Barming Fountain bus stop. Our destination is Dunorlan Park Tunbridge Wells where we will start with a coffee stop then Proceed on an amble around the park returning back to the café for refreshments. Contact Dave/Val Mayger 670034.
Future Dates:- 24th June, 22nd July, 26th Aug, Charity Walk Mote Park 23rd September.
NOTE. Cathy Burchill is kindly opening her prize winning garden at 11 Beechwood Road ME16 9HN on Thursday 14th July for viewing from 2pm – 4pm.( Weather permitting ) Entrance Fee £2.50 which includes Tea/ Cake. All proceeds go to charity. Parking is restricted so please contact Cathy on 07775917556 for advice.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY.
Tuesday Art Club 10am till 12 noon at the parish hall Barming every week except the 4th Tuesday in the month. Fancy trying something different?? Why not come along to the Art Club, novices welcome. Contact Glenda Brown Tel 678374.
Coffee mornings at the Parish Hall, Tonbridge Road. First Monday of the month, 10am till 12noon. Dates:- July 4th, Aug 1st, Sep 5th, Oct 3rd, Nov 7th, Dec 5th .
KURLING NOTE NEW TIMES 10am till 12noon.at the new Hermitage Park Community Centre. Still £2.50 with tea/coffee biscuits. Future Dates. June 17th , 15th July, 12th Aug, 16th Sept, 21st Oct, 18th Nov,16th Dec. Contact, John Grognet Tel 687415.
HOLIDAYS
A new holiday to Eastbourne has been arranged for February Mon 20th till 24th 2023. Halfboard. A few rooms left Cost £179 CATHY BURCHILL TEL 07775917556.
TRIP to Thursford
NOTE We will be collecting the balance of £95 per person in August a trip has been arranged for the Christmas Spectacular Show at Thursford, Norfolk on 8th November 2022. this is the best show of this kind anywhere in the country, including the westend. the trip includes coach, 2pm show, best seats in the centre stalls one night at the premier inn west lynn, 2 course evening meal, drink, and full english breakfast. cost £145 per person for a double room, singles £30 supplement. deposit £50. names to neil 727066 or dave.670034
PETANQUE.
NOTE NEW START TIMES NOW 10AM. At the Red Start Pub, North Street at 10 am. till 12.30pm. and we have arranged:- Tea/coffee £2.20, Selected menu lunch £7.50, Soft drink £1.50 or all 3 for £10. Dates for the future:- 11th July, 15th Aug, 12th Sept, 10th Oct.
SPEAKER for this month on Tuesday June 28th Martin Harrison Jubilee / singer,
July 26th Ian Sweenie Fraud Scams,
Aug 23rd Christina Bouldem Romney Marsh Wolves.
Sept 27th Julia Macclean Barming, My Grandfather and me.
Oct 25 th Mary Smith School girls war.
Jubilee celebrations at the June Meeting. At this meeting we are having a" street party in doors" There will be sandwiches, cake, savouries, Maybe a tot of wine. We would like you to bring along any photos you may have of the fifties ie:- street parties, dress, did you wear a "poodle or pencil skirt"?? anything that will take us back a few years. And if you dress up for us you may even win a prize.
QUIZ NIGHT.
Saturday 8th October. at Barming Village Hall. 7pm ---10pm Tickets £5 Available from Brenda Sargent Tel 693755 Bring your own nibbles and drink. All profits go to our charity.
New Holiday To Torquay. Monday 12th June 2023. 5 days(4 nights ) Halfboard at the TLH Derwent Hotel Your Elite special break includes :- Return Executive Coach Travel & 2 Excursions Free Bar 18.00 – 23.00 Each Evening Elite Welcome Pack, Tea/Coffee, Chocolates, Premium Biscuits & Savouries. Daily Newspaper Elite Afternoon Tea with Bucks Fizz, Sandwiches, Cakes, Tea/Coffee Followed by Afternoon Entertainment. 15% Discount on Health & Spa Treatments at the Fire & ice Spa. Price £349. Some singles may incur a £60 supplement . Deposit £20. To Book Contact Dave 670034.
First Aiders. Our current First Aiders, Laurie Moore and Jeanette Reid-Marr are both stepping down after long and sterling service . The Committee and Members offer a very grateful thank you to you both for your good work helping to keep us safe over many years. We are now looking for volunteers to fill their shoes, if any members would like to take on these Positions please contact any committee member. Training will be given by a recognised organisation (Red Cross /St John) paid by the club.
The Committee are asking the members for their suggestions on future trips, holidays, activities they may like to do. Please contact any committee member or place in the suggestion box, if you give your name we will get back to you.
