Activities and events
Find out here about upcoming events taking place at Age UK Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford.
Age UK Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford hold regular events throughout the year for fundraising, information and fun.
Most people come to Age UK Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford for the companionship, fun and opportunity to take part in activities.
Our 2 centres have cafes serving refreshments, snacks and homemade cakes, so you can pop-in for a bite to eat, attend an activity of your choice or stay all day which includes a full two course lunch!
If you choose to stay all day we can provide door-to-door transport, subject to availibility, or just pop along to join the activity of your choice. There is a small charge for activities.
Our centres run the following social activities - please always call first to book on and check arrangements - 01303 269602.
There are no waiting lists for any activities - please feel free to pop in and give them a try. You will receive a warm welcome!
We also organise accompanied day trips and holidays.
What's On
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WHAT’S ON IN OCTOBER 2026
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MONDAY |
Seated Yoga @ Hythe Cricket and Squash Club |
12.15pm – 1.15pm |
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WEDNESDAY |
Low Impact Aerobics @ Guide Hall, Hythe |
10.00am – 10.45am |
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Free - Singing For All @ The Tayne Centre, Lyminge – 07.10.26 |
11.15am – 12.15pm |
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Free - Singing For All @ The Methodist Church, Lyminge – 14th, 21st and 28.10.26 |
11.15am – 12.15pm |
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THURSDAY |
Free - Chatty Table @ The Pheasant, Ashford every 2nd Thursday of the month – next session 08.10.26 |
12.00pm – 2.00pm |
Hythe Cricket and Squash Club - Ladies Walk, Hythe, CT21 6AX
The Guide Hall - Guide Hall, St Nicholas Street, Hythe, CT21 6JQ
Tayne Centre – Church Road, Lyminge, Folkestone, CT18 8JN
Methodist Church Lyminge - Church Road Lyminge Folkestone, CT18 8JA
The Pheasant, Trinity Road, Ashford, TN25 4BY
Prices start from £8.00 but do vary so please contact the Office for information and to book any of the above activities or events:
01303 269602.
Why not come and bag a bargain in our charity shop in Hythe or have a cuppa in one of our cafés (Ashford and Hythe). Both offer a range of light refreshments and a two-course hot lunch for £10.50 is available (when booked in advance before 10.15am, Monday - Friday).
Registered charity number 1125274. Company number 6589817. © Age UK Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford 2026
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WHAT’S ON IN OCTOBER 2026 AT THE HYTHE COMMUNITY SUPPORT HUB |
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MONDAY |
Dementia Daybreak |
9.30am – 3.00pm |
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Golden Oldie Youth Club – where Golden years meet youthful cheers (includes lunch) |
10.30am – 2.30pm |
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Seated Exercise |
10.45am – 11.45am |
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Bingo |
1.30pm – 2.30pm |
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TUESDAY |
Dementia Daybreak |
9.30am – 3.00pm |
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Golden Oldie Youth Club – where Golden years meet youthful cheers (includes lunch) |
10.30am – 2.30pm |
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Relax & Unwind |
10.45am – 11.45am |
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Crafty Tuesday |
1.00pm – 2.30pm |
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Brainwaves and Board games |
1.30pm – 2.30pm |
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WEDNESDAY |
MCST (Maintenance Cognitive Stimulation Therapy) |
9.30am – 11.00am |
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Golden Oldie Youth Club – where Golden years meet youthful cheers (includes lunch) |
10.30am – 2.30pm |
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Seated Exercise |
10.45am – 11.45am |
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Sharing Memories and Moments (1st and 3rd Wednesdays) |
1.30pm – 2.30pm |
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Golden Voices Choir (2nd and 4th Wednesdays) |
1.30pm – 2.30pm |
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Book Club (14.10.26) |
5.00pm – 7.00pm |
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THURSDAY |
Dementia Daybreak |
9.30am – 3.00pm |
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Golden Oldie Youth Club – where Golden years meet youthful cheers (includes lunch) |
10.30am – 2.30pm |
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Thursday Thinkers |
10.45am – 11.45am |
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Get Active – Skittles/Curling/Boules |
1.30pm – 2.30pm |
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Sing a long for ‘World Singing Day’ |
10.45am – 11.45am |
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FRIDAY |
Golden Oldie Youth Club – where Golden years meet youthful cheers (includes lunch) |
10.30am – 2.30pm |
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Open Choice Activity Morning |
10.45am – 11.45am |
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Cooking with Philippa (02.10.26) |
10.45am – 11.45am |
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The Hub Workshop |
1.00pm – 2.30pm |
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Open Choice Activity afternoon |
1.30pm – 2.30pm |
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Bingo (02.10.26) |
1.30pm – 2.30pm |
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The Leas Cliff Flag Project (30.10.26) |
1.00pm – 2.30pm |
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Shuffler Exercise Session (09.10.26 + 23.10.26) |
11.00am – 11.45am |
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WEEKEND WELLNESS |
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SUNDAY |
Seated Yoga |
10.30am – 11.30am |
Prices start from £8.00 but do vary, (* = free) so please contact the Office for information and to book any of the above activities or events: 01303 269602.
Why not come and bag a bargain in our charity shop in Hythe or have a cuppa in one of our cafés (Ashford and Hythe). Both offer a range of light refreshments and a two-course hot lunch for £10.50 is available (when booked in advance before 10.15am, Monday - Friday).
Registered charity number 1125274. Company number 6589817. © Age UK Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford 2026
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WHAT’S ON IN OCTOBER 2026 AT THE ASHFORD COMMUNITY SUPPORT HUB |
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MONDAY |
Dementia Daybreak |
9.30am – 3.00pm |
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Maintenance Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (MCST) |
10.30am – 12.00pm |
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TUESDAY |
Breakfast Club |
9.30am – 11.30am |
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Golden Oldie Youth Club – where golden years meet youthful cheers (includes lunch) |
10.30am – 2.30pm |
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Knit and Knatter |
10.00am – 12.00pm |
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Tai Chi with Sam |
10.30am – 12.00pm |
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Let’s Get Moving (Chair Exercises) |
11.00am – 11.45am |
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Simple Baking |
11.00am – 12.00pm |
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Gent’s Club |
1.00pm – 2.30pm |
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CARM (Afternoon of Reminiscing) |
1.30pm – 2.30pm |
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WEDNESDAY |
Golden Oldie Youth Club – where golden years meet youthful cheers (includes lunch) |
10.30am – 2.30pm |
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Laugh and Craft |
10.30am – 12.00pm |
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Let’s Get Moving (Chair Exercises) |
11.00am – 11.45am |
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Quiz Morning |
11.45am – 12.30pm |
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Painting with Sam |
1.00pm – 2.30pm |
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Bingo |
1.30pm – 2.30pm |
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THURSDAY |
Dementia Daybreak |
9.30am – 3.00pm |
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FRIDAY |
Dementia Daybreak |
9.30am – 3.00pm |
Prices start from £8.00 per activity but do vary so please contact the Office for information and to book any of the above activities or events: 01303 269602.
Why not come and bag a bargain in our charity shop in Hythe or have a cuppa in one of our cafés (Ashford and Hythe). Both offer a range of light refreshments and a two-course hot lunch for £10.50 is available (when booked in advance before 10.15am, Monday - Friday).
Registered charity number 1125274. Company number 6589817. © Age UK Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford 2026
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Dementia ServicesWe run free social events to support people living with dementia, helping them stay confident and independent. Everyone is welcome to join us for a cuppa, a chat, and friendly company. We also provide free information and advice, as well as charged for cognitive sessions and day care. To talk to us about dementia support, please contact our Dementia Services Team Leader on 01303 269602 or email dementialead@ageukhla.org.uk |
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MONDAY |
Cinema – Dementia Friendly |
The Ashford Cinema, Elwick Place, Ashford, TN23 1AE |
Monday 12th October, 11:00am – End Of Film |
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Memory Café |
Three Hills Sports Park, Cheriton Road, Folkestone, CT19 5JU |
Monday 26th October, 10:00am – 12:00pm |
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TUESDAY |
Calehill Memory Café |
1st Charing Scout Headquarters, Pett Lane, Charing, TN27 0DL |
Tuesday 13th October, 11:00am – 1:00pm |
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Social Evening^ (with a meal) |
The Royal Norfolk Hotel, 7 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, CT20 3BD |
Tuesday 13th October, 5:30pm – 7:30pm |
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Memory Café |
Stade Court Hotel, Stade Street, West Parade, Hythe, CT21 6DT |
Tuesday 20th October, 1:30pm – 3:30pm |
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Social Evening^ (with a meal) |
The New Chimneys, Loudon Way, Ashford, TN23 3JJ |
Tuesday 27th October, 5:30pm – 7:30pm |
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WEDNESDAY |
Wonkies^ |
Three Hills Sports Park, Cheriton Road, Folkestone, CT19 5JU |
Wednesday 14th October, 10:30am – 12:00pm |
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Dementia Chorus |
Age UK Ashford, Farrow Court, Stanhope Road, Ashford, TN23 5RF |
Weekly, 10:30am – 12:00pm |
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Dementia Chorus |
Hythe Cricket and Squash Club, Ladies Walk, Hythe, CT21 6AX |
Weekly, 2:00pm – 3:30pm |
No Chorus 28th October
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THURSDAY |
Carer’s Support Circle |
Age UK Ashford, Farrow Court, Stanhope Road, Ashford, TN23 5RF |
Thursday 1st October, 10:30am – 12:00pm |
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Memory Café |
Etchinghill Golf Club, Canterbury Road, Etchinghill, Folkestone, CT18 8FA |
Thursday 8th October, 1:30pm – 3:30pm |
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Hythe Walking Group |
Age UK Hythe, Sanford House, Stade Street, Hythe, CT21 6BD |
Thursday 15th October, 10:00am – 11:00am |
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Young at Heart^ |
Ashford Library, Gateway Plus, Church Road, Ashford, TN23 1AS |
Thursday 22nd October, 10:30am – 12:30pm |
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FRIDAY |
Drop-In Clinic |
Charing Surgery, Hither Field, Charing, Ashford, TN27 0AW |
Friday 2nd October, 12:00pm – 2:00pm |
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Ashford Walking Group |
Harper’s Café, Victoria Park, Jemmett Road, Ashford, TN23 4AD |
Friday 9th October, 10:00am – 11:00am |
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Memory Café |
Residents’ Lounge, Farrow Court, Stanhope Road, Ashford, TN23 5RF |
Friday 16th October, 1:30pm – 3:30pm |
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Drop-In Clinic |
Age UK Hythe, Sanford House, Stade Street, Hythe, CT21 6BD |
Friday 23rd October, 1:00pm – 2:30pm |
^For those diagnosed with Dementia at an early age
Lauren Povey on: 07379 646426, alternatively email: demo@ageukhla.org.uk
Registered charity number 1125274. Company number 6589817. © Age UK Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford 2026
Weekly Menu
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Week commencing |
MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
SATURDAY |
SUNDAY |
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MAIN |
Beef & mushroom pie, mash and seasonal vegetables | Macaroni cheese, garlic bread and green vegetables | BBQ chicken, potato wedges and mixed vegetables | Corned beef hash with seasonal vegetables | Lasagne, new potatoes and Mediterranean roast vegetables | Sausages, mash, peas and onion gravy | Roast lamb, roast potatoes, cauliflower cheese and seasonal vegetables |
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DESSERT |
Swiss roll and cream | Fruit pavlova | Vanilla cheesecake and berries | Bread & butter pudding and custard | Treacle tart | Key lime pie | Berry crumble and custard |
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LOW SUGAR OPTION |
Strawberries and cream | Fruit salad | Berries and cream | Melon pot | Mango and coconut mousse | Fruit and cream | As above |
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Week commencing |
MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
SATURDAY |
SUNDAY |
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MAIN |
Cheese & onion pie, mash and seasonal vegetables | Sausages, bacon, beans, sauté potatoes, mushrooms and tomatoes | Roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables | Chicken breast wrapped in bacon, potato wedges and seasonal vegetables | Minted lamb stew, new potatoes and seasonal vegetables | Beef cobbler, mash and seasonal vegetables | Roast pork, roast potatoes, apple sauce and seasonal vegetables |
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DESSERT |
Fruit trifle | Pineapple sponge and custard | Chocolate & caramel brownie | Angel Delight and sprinkles | Carrot cake and custard | Cheese & biscuits, grapes & pickle | Apple crumble and custard |
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LOW SUGAR OPTION |
Fruit jelly | Pancakes, berries and cream | Jelly and cream | Melon pot | Fruit salad | As above | Spiced apples and custard |
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Week commencing |
MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
SATURDAY |
SUNDAY |
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MAIN |
Cottage pie, mash and seasonal vegetables | Cheddar & cherry tomato quiche, new potatoes, sweetcorn and peas | Pork stroganoff, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables | Beef bourguignon, mash and seasonal vegetables | Lemon baked cod, potato wedges and mushy peas | Mild chicken curry, Bombay potatoes and green vegetables | Roast gammon, roast potatoes, apple sauce and seasonal vegetables |
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DESSERT |
Chocolate gateau | Rice pudding and jam | Lemon cheesecake | Peach crumble and custard | Crème caramel | Profiteroles with chocolate sauce | Banoffee pie |
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LOW SUGAR OPTION |
Fruit salad | Rice pudding | Pancakes, berries and cream | Peaches and cream | Fruit and cream | Cheese and biscuits | Bananas and cream |
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Week commencing |
MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
SATURDAY |
SUNDAY |
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MAIN |
Pork & leek pie, mash and seasonal vegetables | Beef in red wine gravy, new potatoes and roasted root vegetables | Macaroni cheese, garlic bread and green vegetables | Roast lamb, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables | Gammon & pineapple, dauphinoise potatoes and seasonal vegetables | BBQ Chicken, sauté potatoes, sweetcorn and peas | Roast beef, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and Yorkshire pudding |
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DESSERT |
Tiramisu | Sticky toffee pudding | Treacle tart | Pear crumble and custard | Fruit jelly and cream | Chocolate sponge & choc. custard | Angel Delight and sprinkles |
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LOW SUGAR OPTION |
Fruit and cream | Melon pot | Fruit salad | Poached pears | As above | Poached pears | Fruit and cream |
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Week commencing |
MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
SATURDAY |
SUNDAY |
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MAIN |
Chicken in tomato & basil sauce, potato wedges and seasonal vegetables | Vegetable pasta bake, garlic bread and roasted Mediterranean vegetables | Sweet & sour pork, sauté potatoes and stir fry vegetables | Lamb & butterbean stew, new potatoes and roasted root vegetables | Sausages, mash, onion gravy and seasonal vegetables | Beef & mushroom pie, mash and seasonal vegetables | Roast chicken, stuffing, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables |
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DESSERT |
Fruit pavlova | Apricot crumble and custard | Lemon posset and shortbread | Coconut & jam sponge with custard | Vanilla cheesecake | Swiss roll and whipped cream | Cheese & biscuits, grapes & pickle |
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LOW SUGAR OPTION |
Fruit salad | As above | Melon pot | Coconut sponge | Fruit and cream | Fruit salad | As above |
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Week commencing |
MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
SATURDAY |
SUNDAY |
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MAIN |
Cheese & onion pie, mash and seasonal vegetables | Sausages, bacon, beans, sauté potatoes, mushrooms and tomatoes | Roast beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables | Chicken breast wrapped in bacon, potato wedges and seasonal vegetables | Minted lamb stew, new potatoes and seasonal vegetables | Beef cobbler, mash and seasonal vegetables | Roast pork, roast potatoes, apple sauce and seasonal vegetables |
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DESSERT |
Fruit trifle | Pineapple sponge and custard | Chocolate brownie | Angel Delight and sprinkles | Carrot cake and custard | Cheese, pickle, grapes and crackers | Fruit crumble and custard |
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LOW SUGAR OPTION |
Fruit jelly | Fruit salad | Jelly and cream | Melon pot | Fruit and cream | As above | As above |
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Week commencing |
MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
SATURDAY |
SUNDAY |
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MAIN |
Cottage pie, mash and seasonal vegetables | Cheddar & cherry tomato quiche, new potatoes, sweetcorn and peas | Pork stroganoff, roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables | Beef bourguignon, mash and seasonal vegetables | Lemon baked cod, potato wedges and mushy peas | Mild chicken curry, Bombay potatoes and green vegetables | Roast gammon, roast potatoes, apple sauce and seasonal vegetables |
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DESSERT |
Lemon cheesecake | Rice pudding and jam | Crème caramel | Ginger cake and ginger cream | Profiteroles and chocolate sauce | Peach crumble and custard | Banoffee pie |
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LOW SUGAR OPTION |
Pancakes, berries and cream | Rice pudding | Fruit and cream | Melon pot | Cheese and biscuits | Peaches and cream | Bananas and cream |
All menus subject to availability
Events
Across our centres, Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford we offer a variety of events throughout the year that you can come along and join us at to help raise funds for our vital services for the community. Please see our Upcoming Fundraising Events section to see what we have coming up.
Regular Events
Across our centres, Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford we offer a variety of events throughout the year that you can come along and join us at to help raise funds for our vital services for the community. Please see our Upcoming Fundraising Events calendar below to see what we have coming up.
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Fundraising calendar
Fundraising is the bedrock of charity work; it is vital that we raise additional funds to help support the services we provide, but it also gives us an opportunity to give something back by showing the wider community what we have to offer in a fun and, sometimes, winning way!
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More fundraising ideas
There's lots of ways you can help raise money to fund vital Age UK Hythe, Lyminge and Ashford services. We are very grateful for every gesture made to fundraise for us.
Areas We Cover
Our activities and events are available across our two main centres: AGE UK Ashford and AGE UK Hythe & Lyminge.
Please call 01303 269602 to check availability and book in advance.
AGE UK Ashford supports the following areas:
Aldington, Ashford, Bethersden, Bilsington, Bonnington, Boughton Aluph, Brabourne, Brook, Challock, Charing, Chilham, Crundale, Eastwell, Egerton, Godmersham, Great Chart, Hastingleigh, Hinxhill, Hothfield, Kingsnorth, Little Chart, Mersham, Molash, Orlestone, Pluckley, Ruckinge, Sevington, Shadoxhurst, Smarden, Smeeth, Warehorne, Westwell, and Wye.
AGE UK Hythe & Lyminge serves:
Acrise, Beach Estate, Densole, Elham, Elmsted, Etchinghill, Hythe, Lyminge, Lympne, Monks Horton, Postling, Rhodes Minnis, Saltwood, Seabrook, Sellinge, Stanford, Stelling Minnis, Stowting, Swingfield, and West Hythe.
Wherever you are in our local area, we’re here to help you stay active, connected, and supported.
Get in touch today to find out what’s happening near you!