Podcasts about Broadstairs

If you're an avid Rosebud listener, you may remember a listener email we read out back in episode 5 of Gyles's diaries, from Harry Scoble. Harry wrote in to say that he'd left a coat in a taxi with Gyles back in 2002 and that he'd wished he had come to collect it from Gyles's house all those years ago, but had never got round to it. Gyles had then told Harriet that he thought he might still have the coat, on a clothes rail in his Jumper Room. In this episode, Harry comes to Gyles's house, and we solve the mystery once and for all. And have tea and an interesting chat in the process. This episode features Harry, Gyles, Michele Brandreth (Gyles's wife) and Harriet. And it features an extended chat between Harriet and Gyles before and after the recording of Harry looking at the coat and having tea. This is a slightly unusual episode, and a little bit more chaotic than our usual - but we hope you enjoy it! We'd love to hear about your Rosebud objects - do you have a treasured possession which sums up your life and is more precious than anything else? Email us at hello@rosebudpodcast.com and tell us - and we may feature you on the podcast. Gyles also mentions the Rosebud Live interview with Jeffrey Holland at the Sarah Thorne Theatre in Broadstairs on July 19th 2025. Please come along! Tickets will be available soon from the Sarah Thorne Theatre Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The KentOnline Podcast has spoken to two former workers who say they quit the ambulance service after being unable to cope in such a “toxic” environment.South East Coast Ambulance Trust, which operates across Kent, says it does not tolerate inappropriate behaviour but their leadership has been accused of being critical, strict and overbearing. Also in today's podcast, to mark the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, a Kent mum who has lost three friends is sharing their stories in the hopes of encouraging men to seek support and talk to one another.She's campaigning for more awareness particularly for young boys in school. Protestors have been spotted at multiple Kent landmarks over the weekend as part of a nationwide stunt.Campaigners were seen in Dover, Aylesford, Folkestone, Margate and Broadstairs as the fight for more paternity leave for UK fathers, which has been described as the worst in Europe, heats up.Plans for 400 homes on a former landfill have been submitted despite villagers claiming their home is now “as busy as central London”. The waste site has been left empty since the mid 1990s.And in sport it's been a huge weekend for Whitstable Town FC who have won the FA Vase for the first time in their history. We've got reaction from the player/manager as well as from one of the goal scorers. 

A Kent mum fears she could be left homeless with her elderly, ill nan if the council can't find her a property.Nina Darbey has been privately renting her home for six years but the landlord wants to sell up. The 46-year-old has been telling the podcast how she's been unable to find another home she can afford, and is struggling to bid for a council house.In other news, police, firefighters and paramedics have been called after a blaze broke out at a former school in Chatham.Part of the old St John Fisher Catholic School in Ordnance Street was taped off last night. Hear from reporter Brad Harper who was at the scene.Today marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day - the end of the second world war in Europe and events are taking place across Kent to mark the occasion.We've been speaking to teachers at Bradfields Academy in Chatham, a 90-year-old man from Dartford who remembers VE Day in 1945, they Mayor of Broadstairs where a beacon will be lit tonight, and the RBLI who're encouraging us to get active to mark the anniversary.And in sport, Whitstable Town fans are being warned of travel disruption ahead of the FA Vase final this weekend.Around 7,000 supporters will be heading to Wembley from Kent for the match against AFC Whyteleafe.

This week's Mid-Atlantic felt like reading classified memos in the group chat, except the group chat accidentally included a journalist and the memos were about bombing Yemen. Host Roifield Brown and his panel of sharp minds, Aram Fischer in Oakland, Denise Hamilton in Houston, Steve O'Neill in London, and Leah Brown in Broadstairs, looked at two transatlantic absurdities: national security leaks from Team Trump 2.0, and a British Labour government budgeting like it's still 2010.In the US, cabinet officials used Signal to discuss military strikes in Yemen, adding a reporter to the chat by mistake. The conversation quickly turned from emoji-filled incompetence to existential dread. Denise Hamilton called it what it is: “a cabinet of convenience and fealty,” while Aram Fischer reminded us that when the “vibes” run the state, reality bites hard. Bombs fell, 53 people died, and somehow no one resigned.Across the pond, Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered a Spring Budget that sounds progressive until you read it. Welfare cuts, frozen benefits, and a forecast of a quarter-million more people—including 50,000 children—falling into poverty. All while wealth remains virtually untaxed. The panel didn't hold back. “Tories in all but name,” Roifield declared, with Steve admitting he didn't vote Labour to get austerity rebranded with a red rosette.Takeaway: If this episode had a moral, it's this: Government by vibes kills. And Labour's soft technocracy might just be Tories on mute.5 Pull Quotes:“This is not a cabinet of excellence. This is a cabinet of convenience and fealty.” – Denise Hamilton“They added a journalist to the Signal thread and thought, ‘Eh, it's fine.' That's where we're at.” – Aram Fischer“Nothing really matters as long as the vibes are right.” – Aram Fischer, summarising MAGA foreign policy“Labour's playing a long game with no message. That's a strategy with a short shelf life.” – Leah Brown“You knew what the Tories stood for. I've got no idea what this lot stand for.” – Roifield Brown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A woman in her 20s has been seriously injured in an attack in Broadstairs.Emergency crews were called to Guy Close in the St Peters part of town last night. Hear from reporter Brad Harper who was also there.Also in today's podcast, a former SEN headteacher says becoming a foster carer to children with additional needs has revealed how much parents have to fight for support.Sharon O'Connor used to be in charge at Ripplevale in Deal which was rated outstanding during her time there. She's now helping to launch an app to help other mums and dads.We're being urged to help wildlife in Kent by taking part in the Great British Spring Clean.The RSPCA say they were called out 70 times to litter-related incidents in the county last year. We've been speaking to the charity.A Larkfield man has spoken of his shock after being denied a Blue Badge, despite being diagnosed with leukaemia and needing a stairlift and mobility scooter.Martin White applied for the parking permit online in November 2023 after his cancer coordinator suggested he get one. He's been speaking to reporter Elli Hodgson.Football, and Gillingham welcome league two leaders Walsall to Priesfield this weekend.The Gills will be hoping to maintain their slightly improved form after a win and draw in recent games.

A court has heard a cocaine addict was so “out of it” on the school run that members of the public took her car keys and walked her children to class.Other parents became concerned when he stopped her car in the middle of the road – the judge told her it was one of the worst cases of drug driving he'd ever seen. Also in today's podcast, you can hear from a GP after a new study laid bare the extent to which Kent's youngsters have become addicted to nicotine through vaping.A survey of 5,493 pupils at 33 schools in the county showed that around 10% are current vapers.A developer has closed a “godsend” cut-through road after facing delays to complete improvements aimed at keeping pedestrians safe.The housebuilder says it has come up against factors “outside” of its control in being able to start widening and installing footpaths in Canterbury.In football, it was third time lucky for Gillingham at Accrington as they finally made a free-kick count to grab a late equaliser.We spoke to manager John Coleman after Saturday's match who say his prayers have been answered. And an American seafood chain is set to open its first UK location in the county this summer.It's known for its fried fish and platters, and has 535 branches in 52 states. 

A business owner who spent £300,000 renovating his town centre shop is calling for compensation after being ordered to leave.He says he used his life savings to the store in Park Mall, but council say the whole mall will be demolished early next year to make way for a car park - and has given all traders six months to leave.Also in today's podcast, you can hear about a drunk partygoer who stole a woman's Mercedes before crashing it into a tree, fence and wall - causing thousands of pounds of damage.The smash left a trail of destruction in Broadstairs but by the time the officers arrived on the scene he'd already fled.The mutilated body of a bull breed type dog with a metal chain around its neck has been discovered in a popular dog walking spot.The RSPCA is appealing for information after the canine was found dead near Sevenoaks by a member of the public.Proposals to install double yellow lines in a residential street have been branded “a terrible mistake” and “completely unfair”.Residents in Northfleet have objected to the plans to implement a No Waiting at Any Time restriction on both sides of the road.And in sport you can hear from on-loan defender Andy Smith ahead of Gillingham's game against Bradford City this weekend. They know they've got work to do if they're to bounce back from their midweek loss. 

New figures seen by the KentOnline Podcast show almost 3,000 patients were left waiting more than 12 hours for a bed at a Kent hospital in January.Three out of four trusts covering the county recorded their worst-ever emergency figures last month. In 2020 the figure for a long wait was just five patients.Also in today's episode, the MP for Sittingbourne and Sheppey has spoken about his experience with HIV during a debate in parliament.Kevin McKenna says the diagnosis and treatment of HIV and AIDS has changed since he was diagnosed 20 years ago.We're told work to create a new health hub in Thanet is "moving at pace".£10 million will transform the Carey Building on Northwood Road in Broadstairs. It'll include a GP surgery and diagnostics centre - with the possibility for things like a dentist as well.We've been told planned new signs to try and stop car drivers using bus lanes in Tunbridge Wells are too confusing.Red circular signs are set to be replaced with blue ones - which it's claimed will give motorists the impression they're allowed to drive there.Football, and Gillingham will be hoping to build on a better performance on Tuesday night as they return to Priestfield this weekend.They welcome 8th placed Crewe Alexandra tomorrow.

There are calls for something to be done about fines handed to drivers on a stretch of the A20 after a change in the speed limit.This dates back to October 2023 when a section of the road between Crittalls Corner in Sidcup and the Swanley Interchange was reduced from 70 and 50 miles per hour to 40.Also in today's podcast, a Broadstairs woman who was attacked while walking home from uni classes is calling for better support services for victims of street harassment.Daisy Foster had to be treated in hospital after being assaulted by a group of men in Birmingham in 2023.The KentOnline Podcast has been told 38 people were arrested in the south east last month over illegal working.The Home Office say the figure is more than double for the same time last year with Immigration Enforcement teams visiting 69 locations.Thousands of people have signed a petition against the idea of a new solar farm near Sevenoaks.Plans have been submitted to build on 235-acres of land between Ridley and New Ash Green.It's feared someone could be killed if nothing's done to a crumbling abandoned house in Sandwich.The privately owned property on New Street has been falling into disrepair over thirty years.Football, and the Gillingham manager didn't hold back after another defeat at the weekend.They lost 3-0 at Barrow on Saturday - their ninth game in a row without a win.

New figures seen by the Kent Online Podcast show there's been a significant drop in the number of children wanting to go to some schools in Kent after they received poor Ofsted reports.The figures highlight the impact a 'poor' grading given to a school by the watchdog can have on admission numbers.Also in today's podcast, three Kent men who were involved in a so-called 'clocking' scam involving second-hand cars and vans have avoided jail sentences.The group from Broadstairs and Chartham wiped two million miles off 23 vehicles before selling them online.Signs are going to be put up outside play areas and schools in parts of Kent to try and encourage people not to smoke.Areas including Ashford, Thanet and Maidstone have been awarded funding for the scheme.Plans to close a Kent leisure centre for a £20 million revamp are going to be reviewed at a meeting later.Tides in Deal is set to shut this April before reopening under a new operator in January 2026.East Kent Acro Gymnastics club uses the sports hall for their training sessions.Football, and Gillingham's run of games without a win has continued.They came from a goal down to draw 1-1 with Tranmere Rovers at the weekend.And, congratulations to everyone who took part in the Canterbury 10-mile road race over the weekend.The winner crossed the line in 51 minutes and 10 seconds.

A Thanet teenager is facing prison time after she threatened to kill her parents.18-year-old Zoe Dunn from Fairfield Road, Broadstairs,  had only just been released from court on a suspended sentence for beating them up at their home in Thanet on January 6th.Ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration, we've been hearing what his second presidency could mean for us here in Kent.Trump will be sworn into office - becoming the 47th President of the United States.From today, if you're driving around Medway you could be fined for breaking traffic rules at 17 locations across the Towns.ANPR cameras have been installed to catch motorists who do things like stopping in a yellow box junction or doing an illegal turn.Hotpots include Chatham High Street and Station Road in Strood.The recent budget has been blamed for the closure of a Medway restaurant within a distillery.Copper Rivet has been making gin since 2016 and opened The Pumproom in their converted Victorian building just over four years ago.Bosses at the site in Chatham Maritime say a hike in National Insurance contributions and rise in the minimum wage mean it's no longer financially viable.Police are investigating after £500 was stolen from a 90-year-old woman in Folkestone.Maria Lenko had withdrawn the cash from her bank and put it in a zip up pocket in her trolley.Football, and Gillingham have dropped to 16th in league two following a disappointing start in charge for new manager John Coleman.They were beaten 1-0 by Doncaster Rovers at Priestfield on Saturday.

Statistics seen by the KentOnline Podcast show five towns in Kent have topped a list of where property prices dropped in 2024.Broadstairs, Herne Bay, Westgate, Birchington and Deal experienced slumps in the cost of a house according to Zoopla. We've go some analysis from an estate agent in the county.Also in today's episode, a mum and her three daughters who fled to Kent from Colombia have been told their asylum claim has been rejected.Luisa Rodriguez came here in 2023 after receiving threats from a violent drugs cartel and shots were even fired at their home. The 37-year-old has been sharing her story.The MP for Tunbridge Wells is urging the government to invest more money in defence to help deter war across Europe.Mike Martin says he's worried the UK could be directly involved in conflict within the next 10 years because of instability in Ukraine and Middle East. He's been on the latest episode of the Kent Politics Podcast.We've been hearing from a Kent based company who have gone from cleaning for friends and neighbours, to taking on a castle .Sophie Brown started Capable Cleaners out of Lordswood 12 years ago and since then, the business has grown and she now has 150 clients and employs 25 people.And finally, a host of West End stars will be taking to the stage in Gravesend to help support creative youth services in Kent.Performers from shows such as Hamilton, Les Misérables and Hairspray will join up with Gifted Young Gravesham for a one-off night of music and entertainment. 

Why are so many restaurants closing down? Across Britain, the hospitality industry is facing unprecedented challenges. Twelve months ago, it was the turn of chef Tony Rodd. His passion for food saw him progress from hosting dinner parties for friends, to being a Masterchef runner-up, to eventually opening his dream London restaurant - Copper & Ink, in affluent Blackheath. But the dream unravelled. Crippled by Covid, increasing energy costs, VAT bills and ‘no-shows', he shut up shop in 2024. One year later, he's back, with an intimate new restaurant in Broadstairs. In this engaging interview with Olly, he explains how he's making it work… this time, on his own terms. _______ Meanwhile, in The Zeitgeist, Ollie Peart steps out into the cold night air to investigate the trend for smart telescopes, which combine automated star alignment and wireless connectivity to capture incredible images of the night sky. How easy is it to find stars and take photos of them? What is driving the interest in astrophotography? And are they a worthy upgrade to an old-fashioned eye-piece? With a Vaonis Hestia by his side, Ollie reveals all... _______ Elsewhere, down the Foxhole, Alix Fox discovers how sound effects are created for erotic audiobooks, and tackles a question from a listener who wants to know about anal botox. Can bum injections reduce pain during anal play, heal fissures, and relax muscles for easier intercourse? Dr. Evan Goldstein, aka “The Bottom Whisperer,” certainly thinks so… … Alix considers the potential downsides, and investigates other aesthetic trends for 2025, from anal bleaching to skin tag removal, ‘scrotox' and ‘showtox'. _______ Music-wise, our record of the month comes from The Lumineers, whose new single Same Old Song spearheads their fantastic new album, Automatic._______ SUPPORT US: We're a completely independent podcast. We're professionals. We only exist thanks to your financial contributions. THANK YOU. https://www.modernmann.co.uk/beer _______ JOIN OUR DISCORD! https://discord.gg/SKHnY6ZB72 _______ CONTACT US If you have a challenge for Ollie, a question for Alix, or some feedback for Olly; if you'd like to nominate yourself as a Mannbassador, or have a suggestion of a future interview for the show, just fill out our Feedback form: https://www.modernmann.co.uk/feedback _______ … and we'll see you on February 10th! Presenter: Olly Mann. Contributors: Alix Fox, Ollie Peart, Tony Rodd, The Lumineers. Producer: Matt Hill. Theme Music: ‘Skies Over Cairo' by Django Django. Graphic Design: Terry Saunders. Copyright: Olly Mann / Rethink Audio 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are calls for action to improve safety at a four-way junction in Ashford, after several crashes.This is where the A2042 meets with Elwick Road and Station Approach near the town's railway station and is controlled by traffic lights. Find out what residents want to happen.Also in today's podcast, parents of students at an SEN school in Kent have accused the council of putting money before the needs of children.Bradstow School in Broadstairs offers 24-hour support to children with the most complex needs but could close in August.It's owned by Wandsworth Council who claim Kent County Council have failed to pay almost £2 million for their services, something they deny.People smuggling suspects could face travel bans and social media blackouts under new laws.The government is vowing to crack down on Channel crossings to Kent, as last year was the deadliest ever for people making the journey in small boats.Quad bike riders have churned up the muddy ground at one of Kent's last remaining heathlands.The damage at Hothfield Nature Reserve, near Ashford, was found after Christmas. Hear from the Kent Wildlife Trust.The founder of a Kent baby loss charity has told the podcast it's bitter sweet to be recognised in the King's New Year Honours.David Ward set up Abigail's Footsteps after his daughter was born sleeping in 2009 and has been awarded an MBE.And in sport, Gillingham will be looking to get one over their neighbours as they take on Bromley tonight.When the sides met in League Two last month, Bromley won 2-1. Hear from manager Mark Bonner and goalkeeper Glenn Morris.

It's been revealed a Ukrainian man who was found dead in a Maidstone park had crashed his e-scooter and fallen into some water. Absolutely, an inquest has been told Anatolii Cherevko had spent a night at a friend's house before the 24-year-old's body was discovered in an area of Mote Park.Also in today's podcast, our reporter Joe Crossley's been hearing about what's being doing to address an apparent increase in anti-social behaviour in part of Swale.It comes just days after two staff members at McDonalds were attacked at Sittingbourne Retail Park - and a group of around ten people disrupted the Christmas light switch on event.A weather warning's been issued for strong wind and heavy rain in Kent.The yellow alert comes into force at 3pm tomorrow and lasts all the way through until Sunday morning.Figures seen by KentOnline show there are less than 25 childcare places available in Kent for every 100 eligible children.Ofsted has raised concerns about a lack of availability at nurseries and childminders in certain areas. We've been speaking to their Assistant Regional Director for the South East.Dozens of schools across Kent and Medway have been recognised for the work they're doing to protect the environment.Recycling, green transport projects and community litter picks have been highlighted at the annual Green School awards. Hear from pupils and a teacher from Wellesley Haddon Dene primary in Broadstairs who won the overall trailblazer award.Football, and Gillingham have suffered their seventh defeat in nine games.They lost 2-1 at Bromley in league two last night. Hear from manager Mark Bonner and goalscorer Robbie McKenzie.

Fed-up neighbours have compared bright lights on a nearby school which stay on until 10pm every night to the Blackpool Illuminations.The Broadstairs residents say the “irritating” glare is still visible even when they have their curtains closed. Also in today's podcast, homeless people from Essex could be sent to live in Kent as a local authority considers buying hundreds of new-build flats. Basildon council has been eyeing up the properties near Dartford to address its “urgent need” for temporary accommodation.A heroic stranger has talked a grandad out of jumping off a railway bridge in Faversham by “saying anything I could think of”.He stayed with the distressed man, who was going through a family crisis, for more than an hour. A vicious killer who sexually assaulted his victim before stabbing her to death is up for parole ahead of the 25th anniversary of her death.David Ferguson was unanimously convicted of killing the mum-of-two in 2000, but has always maintained his innocence. And six weeks after a brown bear living at a Kent wildlife sanctuary underwent brain surgery, there's been an update from his keepers. Boki had the operation in a UK first to relieve fluid on his brain and stop his seizures and has been recovering at the Wildwood Trust near Canterbury. 

A group of neighbours have criticised a housing association after being told to remove garden furniture used as a 'wellbeing hub'.Orbit Housing owns properties in Hopeville Avenue, Broadstairs and says the seating is a trip hazard and a misuse of a communal area. Hear from one of the residents who says gathering with friends is good for their mental health.Also in today's podcast, staff at a Kent prison have revealed the impact of overcrowding as 1,100 more inmates are released early across England and Wales.The government has launched a review to look at tougher punishments outside of jail to try and tackle the issue.The M25 is back open after a huge lorry fire closed part of the motorway in Kent for around 30 hours. One of the tunnels at the Dartford Crossing is also back open after a spillage meant it had to be resurfaced. We've had an explanation from National Highways.An Ashford man says he's 'sick and tired' of land outside his house being over run with weeds.Andrew Baynes has lived at the property in Newlands for 24 years and claims the county council won't clear the area - despite regular calls over a number of years. Hear from him and the response from KCC.A Chatham nurse who was told the pain she was suffering was 'all in her head' has taken to socials to share her struggles with endometriosis.Nicole Scott was finally told she had the condition after fighting for a year to get answers.A footballer who was racially abused by a Gillingham fan last season has spoken out about the impact it had.Omar Bogle was playing for Newport County when someone in the crowd made an offensive gesture towards him. He's part of the EFL's Together Against Racism campaign.A group of women, including former MP Dame Tracey Crouch, who climbed Mount Kilimanjaro for charity have been to Maidstone hospital to see what the money they raised has been spent on.£150,000 was donated to Breast Cancer Kent for a machine that can do a mammogram on samples in the operating theatre.And in sport, Gillingham will be hoping to end their losing streak as they host Newport County later.Four defeats in a row have left the Gills sixth in the league two table.

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Thousands of people in Kent and the rest of England have joined counter-demonstrations against anti-immigration protests.Riot police were on standby in Dover, Canterbury and Medway last night.Hear from reporter Abby Hook who was at the Innovation Centre in Chatham where people gathered. She also spoke to some anti-racism demonstrators .Also in today's podcast, more animals have been attacked with weapons in Kent than any other part of England and Wales.Data given to KentOnline shows more than 60 reports have been made in the county in the last four years.You could be fined if you're heard swearing in Thanet.The council's brought in rules covering Margate, Birchington, Ramsgate and Broadstairs which they say are 'hot spots' for abusive behaviour.A homelessness charity says it's working with people who've pitched tents next to a busy road in Canterbury.There are concerns for the group who're sleeping on a grass verge right next to the dual carriageway. Hear from Catching Lives which is based in the city.And in sport, Kent's cricketers have suffered another defeat in the one day cup.They lost by three wickets to Worcestershire Rapids - on the Duckworth-Lewis method last night.

In this episode of Mid Atlantic, host Roifield Brown navigates the disturbing riots sweeping across England. Joined by Leah Brown in Broadstairs, Jane Mote in Sussex, Tonye Altrade in London, and Michael Donoghue in Los Angeles, the discussion dives into the roots of this turmoil sparked by the tragic killing of three young girls in Southport. With over 400 arrests and violence spreading from London to Belfast, the panel examines the factors driving this unrest, from misinformation and far-right agitation to systemic failures and political rhetoric.Key Topics:Roots of the Riots: Jane Mote highlights the impact of long-standing government neglect, far-right agitation, and inflammatory political rhetoric on the current crisis.Role of Social Media: Michael Donoghue discusses the role of social media in amplifying misinformation, while Leah Brown emphasizes the importance of responsibility and upholding the truth.Cultural and Historical Context: Roifield Brown and the panel reflect on the historical context of race relations in the UK, the visible changes in communities, and the fear of difference.Government Response: The response from Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is scrutinized, with calls for stronger leadership and accountability.Personal Experiences: Tonye Altrade shares her perspective as a relatively recent immigrant and the palpable fear within minority communities.Relevant Quotes:"The violence has spread to numerous cities from London to Belfast, with over 400 arrests so far." - Roifield Brown"We've had 14 years of a Tory government that's worn down the justice system and has played off this ugly talk." - Jane Mote"I don't think you can make any statements along those lines without treading perilously close to restricting freedom of speech." - Michael Donoghue"I think one of our obligations is to uphold the rule of law." - Leah Brown"We need to fortify the state's defenses against this kind of misinformation campaigns." - Tonye Altrade Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iain is reunited with Jacqui Smith for For the Many Live! from the Kent coastal town of Broadstairs, and joined by the one and only Gyles Brandreth.Get your tickets for future For the Many Live shows at this autumn's party conferences in Brighton, Liverpool and Birmingham at www.forthemany.live

Listen to Jo Tuffs, the Broadstairs folk festival director, talking about this year's festival, starting in August 2024. This is Jo Tuffs last year as director, and she reflects on the last 20 years, as well as giving us a great update on what to expect from this year's offerings

The family of a teenage boy who suffered severe brain damage after jumping off a pier into the sea at Margate have described him as 'amazing but as wild as they come'.Jack Dolan was knocked unconscious after performing a flip off Stone Pier last month. The 15-year-old was flown to a London hospital but a scan revealed no brain activity.Also in today's podcast, with less than 48 hours until polls open for the general election, it's feared some people in Kent might not get the chance to vote.There have been concerns about delays with sending out postal ballots for those who are on holiday or otherwise unable to get to a polling station in person.A petition's been set up calling for traffic lights to be installed outside a school in Broadstairs, after a girl was knocked down.The teenager suffered serious injuries in the collision near the Charles Dickens School on Friday.The people behind a huge art trail in Maidstone this summer are hoping it raises thousands of pounds.If you've been to the town you might have seen some of the decorated Shaun the Sheep sculptures.There's more than 100 and there'll be there until the end of August.And in sport, Kent's Emma Raducanu has marked her return to Wimbledon with a first round victory over Renata Zarazua.

My guest this week is actor and stage combat instructor Duncan Woodruff who did a History degree at the University of Kent about fifteen years ago. We learn that Duncan had a plan from when he was at school to go into acting, and that his work in fight directing was more serendipitous. Duncan used to take part in the Dickens Festival Play every year in Broadstairs, and we talk about the relation between the director and the actor and the way actors can interact on a stage in a way they can't in a film with an audience. Duncan also discusses how the editor can change the way in which the actor comes across. We talk about his film Occupied (Bruce Partleton, 2024) and how it developed from the original short, and discuss the various different components which make it work, and how the audience can play detective. We learn why Duncan is not such a fan of method acting, and we talk about the role of fiction, and we find out about Duncan's favourite scene from Occupied. We find out why Duncan is a fan of fantasy, in the light of what he was brought up on, and about the specifically Kent connection that inspired his acting bug. Duncan reveals that auditions can be more nervous than doing the job itself, and that sometimes when one is performing on stage mistakes that happen can lead to a better outcome. He relays a story about what happened when an accident took place during Singin' in the Rain at Canterbury's Marlowe Theatre and how it worked to the actor's advantage. Duncan discusses how the best stories are about us overcoming obstacles, and we hear his thoughts on what happens when actors stop shows to tell audience members off for using their phones, and we find out when it is acceptable to break the fourth wall. Then, towards the end of the interview, we learn what sort of roles Duncan would like to play, and Duncan reflects on what has changed in the industry in recent times, and he refers to the golden age of performing. We also find out at the end why Duncan looks back in order to look forward.

A group of residents in Maidstone claim a parking company is trying to charge them from parking on their own land.Half a dozen signs were put up in a private car park just off Northumberland Road by UK Car Park Management. Hear from one of the residents and what the housing association have said.Also on today's podcast, a Whitstable man who was infected with hepatitis and HIV as a child has spoken about how it's affected his life.Roger Newman is one of the victims of the worst treatment disaster in NHS history - known as the infected blood scandal.A report following a public inquiry into the scandal is being published today.Libraries in Kent could be forced to employ security guards following a rise in anti-social behaviour.Data obtained by KentOnline shows a 500% increase in incidents against staff and other library users between 2020 and last year.Dozens of people gathered at the Kent coast over the weekend to protest about sewage spills.It was all part of a national campaign, with demonstrations taking place in Hythe and Viking Bay in Broadstairs.We're being urged to be on the lookout for Asian Hornets ahead of the summer season.While they're not a threat to humans, they do prey on pollinators which can have an impact on our food security.There are calls for two Kent MPs to do what they can to ensure fair football governance for their local communities.Chatham and Aylesford's Tracey Crouch and Damian Collins from Folkestone and Hythe will be part of a committee looking at the Football Governance Bill line by line.  And, former Chatham Town boss Scott Lindsey has led Crawley to promotion to league one.They beat Crewe 2-0 in the League Two play-off final at Wembley yesterday.

Description:In this episode of Mid Atlantic, join host Roifield Brown in Birmingham and guests Leah Brown in Broadstairs, and Tonye Altrade in London, as they analyse the dramatic outcomes of the UK's 2024 local elections. Labour is celebrating its noteworthy victories in the West Midlands and London, while the Conservative Party grapples with significant losses, marking its worst performance since 1996. This episode delves into the implications of these results on national politics, the emerging strength of the Green Party, and the voter backlash against Labour over its stance on Gaza. We also explore the potential strategies and challenges facing each major party as they prepare for the upcoming general election.Show Notes:Labour's Celebrations: The hosts and guests discuss Labour's strategic victories and the boost this gives them as they look towards the upcoming general election. Labour's ability to capture key regions such as the West Midlands, with Richard Parker narrowly defeating incumbent Andy Street, is highlighted as a sign of growing support.Conservative Setbacks: The episode delves into the Conservative Party's significant losses, marking their worst performance since 1996. There's an in-depth analysis of the potential long-term implications for the party and the internal scrutiny on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's leadership. The discussion includes perspectives on how the Conservatives might strategize to recover from these losses and the notion of potential internal changes within the party.Rising Green and Struggling Reform Parties: The Green Party's notable gains are discussed as indicative of a shift in voter preferences towards more environmentally-focused agendas. Meanwhile, the nascent Reform Party's difficulties in establishing a foothold in the political landscape are also examined.Political Analysis by Guests: Leah and Tonye share their insights on the election results. Leah discusses the slim possibilities for optimism within the Conservative Party, despite the overall negative results, and Tonye offers a critique of Labour's position and its disconnect with certain voter bases, especially within Muslim communities affected by Labour's stance on Gaza.Voter Sentiment and Strategic Implications: The episode also explores broader voter sentiments and strategic shifts within major parties. The hosts and guests debate the potential for Labour to adjust its policies in response to the backlash over Gaza and consider the Conservatives' strategy to delay a general election in hopes of recuperating from their losses.Future of UK Politics: The discussion extends to the potential future scenarios for UK politics, including the role of independent candidates and the implications of voter turnout and new voting requirements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A coroner has highlighted missed opportunities in the care of a 23-year-old man from Broadstairs, who took his own life days after being deemed "low risk" by hospital nurses.An inquest has been held following the death of Gabriel Farmer.Also in today's podcast, there are calls for tonnes of illegal waste to be cleared from woodland near Ashford before the summer.Access to the site in Hoad's Wood has now been closed off but mountains of rubbish are already causing a nasty smell and water pollution. Reporter Oliver Leonard has been speaking to the  leader of the Rescue Hoad's Wood campaign.Bosses in Medway say they won't back down until they receive proper pothole funding.They sent a letter to the roads minister saying an extra £50 million was needed to fix more than 2,000 issues. We've got reaction from council leader Vince Maple to the reply they received.Roads bosses have confirmed when the highly-anticipated Stockbury flyover will open.The £92 million project is hoped to make journeys easier and safer for people travelling on the A249 between Maidstone, Sittingbourne and Sheppey.Parents of children attending an SEND school in Medway say they've been left in the lurch, as bosses say they can no longer attend due to health and safety concerns.Families were sent a letter saying the placement of students at VTC Independent School in Sittingbourne has ceased with immediate effect.And in sport, Gillingham's chances of promotion this season are over.They were beaten 2-1 at already promoted Mansfield Town at the weekend. We've got reaction from head coach Stephen Clemence and goal scorer Tim Dieng.

The Royston is an award winning micropub located in Broadstairs. It's a stand out amongst many of the other famous micropubs of the Isle of Thanet in that part of Kent. Jamie and Sean from the Belper Beer club made a trip down there and spoke to Andy who runs the Royston.

An inquest into the death of a "gentle and caring" dad-of-six who was tragically swept out to sea by a riptide has heard he was cooling off after a gym session. Matthew Collins entered the water with a friend at Broadstairs when they got into trouble. Also in today's podcast, there are claims the introduction of ANPR cameras at a village hall car park in west Kent has had the unintended knock-on effect of putting children's lives at risk.Parents on the school run who used to use the car par are now parking illegally and dangerously to avoid getting a ticket. Residents say an “alleyway from hell” strewn with hypodermic needles remains a terrifying threat  - despite the alarm first being raised seven years ago.There are concerns people could be spiked and suffer serious illnesses by wandering into the Folkestone town centre drugs den. There's praise for a bus driver who took matters into his own hands after Arriva failed to tell passengers about diversions during road closures.The 21-year-old has taken it upon himself to put up posters and share updates online to help confused passengers. And you can hear the reaction from Gillingham head coach Stephen Clemence after their League 2 loss at Newport County. It was an evenly matched game until a controversial call from the ref left the Gills frustrated. 

A dad has been described as a loving, caring gentleman following his tragic death in the sea off the Kent coast.Tributes have been paid to 38-year-old Matthew Collins, who died in Broadstairs just three weeks after the birth of his sixth child.Also in today's episode, a police officer has been left with serious facial injuries following an attack near Sittingbourne.Four officers were assaulted after being called to reports of a disturbance on Church Lane in Newington on Sunday morning.As we mark Black History Month, there are calls for more people from ethnic minority backgrounds in Kent to get involved in politics.Stats seen by Kent Online show fewer than 5% of county councillors are BAME.There has been a rise in the number of parents and carers reaching out to support services for help because their children won't go to school.A Kent mum says her teenage daughter was thriving and sociable before the pandemic, but started struggling coming out of lockdown.In football, Gillingham are back on the road tonight as they travel to take on Swindon Town.They'll be looking to bounce back from a 2-1 defeat to Notts County which has left them 9th in the league 2 table.

GB2RS News Sunday the 22nd of October 2023 The news headlines: RSGB 2023 Convention ARISS contact with St Peter-In-Thanet CE Junior School Tonight@8 webinar The RSGB's 2023 Convention took place last weekend and brought together hundreds of amateurs in person as well as many more across the world who watched the livestream. RSGB General Manager and Convention Chair, Steve Thomas, M1ACB said that in addition to the usual varied programme of lectures, he was delighted as Convention Chair to have led the team that introduced new aspects to the weekend, such as the all-day drop-in Buildathon on Saturday which encouraged people to enjoy making something for themselves, and also to learn how to run a similar event at their local club or group to help others develop practical skills. The RSGB Convention saw presentations about taking amateur radio into schools, young radio amateurs travelling to YOTA camp, as well as the usual mix of fascinating technical talks about many aspects of amateur radio today. There were also more RSGB Committees and Groups at the Convention to highlight the important work that the RSGB does through its volunteers. Steve said that the Convention planning team is already receiving an overwhelming amount of positive feedback, but he encourages anyone who attended the Convention to complete the feedback form if they haven't already done so - go to rsgb.org/feedback and share your thoughts. The Society will share a small number of Convention presentations on YouTube over the coming weeks and will provide many more for members to view as part of the benefit of RSGB membership. In addition, you will be able to watch a series of special interviews that were recorded over the weekend. The interview with the RSGB and IRTS Presidents has been released this week and you can see it on the RSGB YouTube channel and also on the RSGB Convention web page at rsgb.org/convention  Children at St Peter-In-Thanet CE Junior School in Broadstairs, Kent had an ‘out of this world' experience this week, with an ARISS contact between the school and NASA astronaut Jasmin Moghbeli, KI5WSL on board the International Space Station. It was an exciting and inspiring day for all involved. RSGB Board Chair Stewart Bryant, G3YSX attended the event and met ESA reserve astronaut Meganne Christian, who encouraged the children to ‘dream big'. The event, which featured on local BBC and ITV news programmes that evening as well as BBC Radio Kent, can be watched on the ARISS YouTube channel. The RSGB polled its Facebook group for new and returning licensees, which showed that basic introductions to contesting and antennas were the top two topics of interest. In October the RSGB ran a Tonight@8 webinar which covered an introduction to contesting, and in November it is focusing on antennas. On Monday the 6th of November, Colin Summers, MM0OPX will give an entry-level introduction to antennas generally, including a focus on end-fed half-wave antennas, transformers, construction and performance. Join the presentation and ask questions live on the RSGB YouTube channel or special BATC channel. To find out more about this, and other RSGB webinars, go to rsgb.org/webinars Today is the last day of Jamboree on the Air, also known as JOTA. The event promotes friendship and global citizenship and is a brilliant celebration of amateur radio among the Scout Association. There are many stations active over the weekend so please listen out for the young operators on the air. Some groups have shared details of callsigns that are active over the weekend and the RSGB has compiled a list on its website – go to rsgb.org/jota and choose the “JOTA Stations on the Air” link on the right hand side of the page. The RSGB would love to see your photos of Scouts getting involved with JOTA, so tag the RSGB and also use the hashtag JOTAJOTI to be involved in the conversation on social media. There will be a report in RadCom so please send details and photos from your event to radcom@rsgb.org.uk by the 14th of November. A reminder that the RSGB National Radio Centre will be closed to the public from Saturday the 28th of October until Sunday the 5th of November inclusive because Bletchley Park will be hosting the first global summit on Artificial Intelligence. Please note that this closure period includes an additional two days than was previously announced by Bletchley Park. For information about the closure, please see the Bletchley Park website at bletchleypark.org.uk Today, the 22nd, is the second day of the RAF Air Cadets Blue Ham Radio Communications Exercise. Cadets are contacting radio amateurs on the shared section of the 5MHz band. A Blue Ham participation certificate is available to those who contact 15 or more special Cadet callsigns during the exercise. Just search online for ‘Exercise Blue Ham' to find out more. There is just over one week of UK Bunkers On The Air 2023 to go, and what a month it has been so far! Activators have reported multiple pile-ups and higher-than-expected levels of hunters. Due to the popularity of the event, the organisers have decided to continue with a rolling programme from the 1st of November. Look out for new bunker references and challenges in the New Year. All activators who submit an activator tracker will be entered into a prize draw. To view the rules and information visit bunkersontheair.org And now for details of rallies and events The Galashiels Radio Rally is taking place today, Sunday the 22nd of October at the Volunteer Hall, St Johns Street, Galashiels, TD1 3JX. The doors open at 11 a.m. Entrance is £2.50, although under-16s will be admitted free of charge. Carrickfergus Amateur Radio Group Rally will take place on Saturday the 28th of October. The venue will be Elim Pentecostal Church, North Road, Carrickfergus, County Antrim. The doors will open for vendors at 9 a.m. and for everyone else at 11.30 a.m. Refreshments will be available. There will be a bring-and-buy stall, and everyone is very welcome to attend. The Essex CW Boot Camp will take place on Saturday the 28th of October. The venue will be 3rd the Witham Scout & Guide HQ, Powers Hall End, Witham, Essex, CM8 2HE. The doors open at 8.30 am for registration. Entrance is £10 and this includes free drinks and cakes. Advance registration is advised as places are limited. For more information email g0ibn1@yahoo.com or phone 0745 342 60 87 Now the Special Event News Members of ARI Pordenone and ARI Belluno will be active as II3RDV until the 31st of October. The special callsign is active to mark the 60th anniversary of the Vajont Dam disaster. On the 9th of October 1963, a massive landslide plunged into the reservoir, causing a 250m-high mega-tsunami. QSL via IV3EHH. “Amateur Radio” magazine, the official journal of the Wireless Institute of Australia, will reach 90 years of continuous publication this month. To mark this milestone, the Wireless Institute of Australia has obtained the special event call sign VK90AR. The callsign will be in use until the 31st of December and may be used by any member of the Wireless Institute of Australia as well as any affiliated club. QSL via Logbook of the World and OQRS. Now the DX news Today, the 22nd, is the last chance to work The Radio Club de Provins, F6KOP which is active as TO8FH from Mayotte, AF-027. A large team is operating CW, SSB and digital modes, as well as QO-100, on the 160 to 6m bands. QSL via Logbook of the World, OQRS, or via F5GSJ. See the TO8FH Facebook page for more information and updates. Harald, DF2WO is active as XT2AW from Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso until the 26th of October. He operates all modes on the HF bands, the 6m band and via QO-100. QSL via M0OXO's OQRS. Now the contest news Today, Sunday the 22nd of October, the 50MHz Affiliated Societies Contest runs from 0900 to 1300UTC. Using all modes on the 6m band, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. The Worked All Germany Contest started at 1500UTC on Saturday the 21st of October and ends at 1500UTC today, Sunday the 22nd of October. Using CW and SSB on the 80 to 10m bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is signal report and serial number. German stations also send their DOK reference. On Tuesday the 24th of October, the SHF UK Activity Contest runs from 1830 to 2130UTC. Using all modes on 2.3 to 10GHz frequencies, the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. On Wednesday the 25th of October, the UK and Ireland Contest Club 80m Contest runs from 2000 to 2100UTC. Using CW on the 80m band, the exchange is your six-character locator. On Thursday the 26th of October, the Autumn Series SSB Contest runs from 1900 to 2030UTC. Using SSB on the 80m band, the exchange is signal report and serial number. The CW World Wide DX SSB Contest starts at 0000UTC on Saturday the 28th of October and ends at 2359UTC on Sunday the 29th of October. Using SSB on the 160 to 10m bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is signal report and CQ Zone. The UK is in Zone 14. Now the radio propagation report, compiled by G0KYA, G3YLA, and G4BAO on Thursday the 19th of October 2023 We had a quieter week, with both lower sunspot numbers and better geomagnetic conditions. The Solar Flux Index was at 135 on Thursday the 19th, down from 156 the week before. Let's hope this is a temporary lull in Solar Cycle 25's progression. We had no M-class or higher flares to contend with and the Kp index was generally below 3 all week. Only on Thursday did things start to become a little more unsettled as the Kp index climbed to 3.67 in the morning, with warnings that worse may be to come due to a coronal mass ejection on the 16th of October. So, the earlier part of the week was best for HF propagation with many stations reporting DX contacts including T2C, a German DXpedition to Tuvalu, and YL2GM's one-person DXpedition to Tristan da Cuhna. It's nice to see DX opening up, especially on the higher bands. Propquest.co.uk reports that, generally, the maximum useable frequency over a 3,000km path remains above 28MHz during daylight hours so make the most of the 10 and 12m bands. The maximum usable frequency, or MUF, is the highest radio frequency that can be used for transmission between two points on the Earth by reflection from the ionosphere. Next week NOAA predicts that the Solar Flux Index will rise to around 145 all week while geomagnetic conditions are predicted to be stable with a Kp around 2 to 3. But, as always, watch out for coronal mass elections and their impact. And now the VHF and up propagation news We are struggling to find anything optimistic regarding Tropo in this unsettled spell of weather and again it may well be down to rain scatter to provide the entertainment. Once out of the summer thunderstorm season, the results are rarely as good, even though you'll be spoiled for choice! There will be a transient weak ridge over some eastern areas on Tuesday, but only acts as a separator between the lows and is not expected to be effective for Tropo. Incidentally, in this fairly typical spell of unsettled autumnal weather, strong winds and heavy rain can be a notable feature and put stress on antennas and coax, so make a note of any weak points and use the next fine spell to put things right! What propagation remains is the usual stop-gap pair of modes – meteor scatter and aurora – both of which could be worth checking during the coming week. A reminder that the Orionids shower, active from the 2nd of October to the 7th of November, peaks today, the 22nd, with an average Zenithal Hourly Rate, or ZHR, of around 20. For EME operators, Moon declination reached minimum on Friday the 20th so the following week will see lengthening Moon windows. Next Thursday's perigee means path losses are at their lowest this week. 144MHz sky noise starts high but falls throughout the coming week remaining low to moderate. And that's all from the propagation team this week.

Leah Brown FRSA (https://linktr.ee/leahbrownfrsa) is a professional speaker, freelance writer and recovering corporate M&A lawyer. She is Founder & CEO of Broadstairs Consulting, a crisis advisory and mediation firm specialising in sports, media and politics. She hosts a weekly crisis podcast called The Longest Day (https://pod.link/1684217939), and is a regular political commentator on Mid-Atlantic Podcast (https://www.acast.com/midatlantic). When Leah isn't navigating difficult situations, through Leah Talks Ltd she's running the legal function in early stage businesses, being paid to speak her mind, or squirrelled away in a nook writing another non-fiction book. She lives in Broadstairs with her micro dog, Saphy.   In this Episode Alicia and Leah discuss:  The importance of being in a peaceful environment   Being the main care-taker for a family member with mental health challenges The realites of starting a faith based business  Choosing and changing careers  The reason for her book Why her Faith plays an important part of her business To Connect with Leah: Instagram: @seenheardspoken / @broadstairsconsulting / www.broadstairsconsulting.com / www.leahtalks.com 

The leader of Dover District Council has called a decision by Eurostar not to call at Ebbsfleet and Ashford International Stations a 'national disgrace'.Hear from Jeremy Kite who has been speaking to our political editor Paul Francis.Also in today's podcast, there's a thunderstorm and wind warning in force for Kent as the summer washout continues.We've been speaking to the organiser of a large event in Broadstairs that has been postponed because of the bad weather.Anton Du Beke's revealed he spent three days in hospital after being stabbed in the stomach and leg by his dad at their family home in Kent when he was younger.The Strictly judge, who lived on a council estate in Sevenoaks, has spoken out about his father's "alcoholism and violence".Two men have been arrested after a woman was found dead in a car park in Gravesend.Emergency crews were called to Bath Street at half five this morning.Conservative county councillors in Kent have been told to keep quiet or resign, after it was revealed there had been a leadership challenge.We told you in yesterday's episode how a back bencher had claimed to have enough support to stand against Roger Gough.Tiny bits of meteorites have been discovered on the roof of Canterbury Cathedral.Scientists from the Uni of Kent hope what they found will go someway to unlocking the secrets of the solar system. They have been speaking to Chris Britcher.And, Alessia Russo's former coach expects her to go on and score more goals for England at the World Cup.The striker from Maidstone got the first in their 6-1 win over China yesterday to go through to the knockout stages.

La 7ème édition du Ramsgate International Film & TV Festival s'est achevée ce dimanche 25 juin.Le festival est devenu le plus grand événement du genre dans le Sud-Est de l'Angleterre et cette année, il s'est tenu pendant quatre jours qui furent ponctués de projections et d'événements spéciaux aux 4 coins des villes hôtes, Ramsgate et Broadstairs. Le gala d'ouverture du jeudi 22 juin pris ses quartiers au Palace Cinema de Broadstairs.Le festival s'est terminé ce dimanche 25 juin avec la première du film Pierre et Jeanne, le premier film de l'actrice française primée Clémentine Célarié. La projection a été suivie d'une séance de questions/réponses avec Clémentine et le producteur Matthieu Rubin.La suite sur le site Lesfrancais.pressSupport the show

In this bumper episode we chat extensively with Matt from Zapato near Huddersfield. We do a round up of our recent two day trip to Thanet - covering the extensive micro-pub scene in Margate and Broadstairs. Then, we have a review of our recent tasting night of beers by Phantom of Reading.

People living in a cul-de-sac in Broadstairs where a sinkhole opened up in 2009 are urging authorities to do something about the yo-yo selling of one of the homes there.Properties in Victoria Road were evacuated just before Christmas 13 years ago after a burst water main caused damage to the foundations.Number 58 remains subject to a dangerous structure notice but is up for auction again with a guide price of £90,000. We've been speaking to a resident of the road who recalls the time their home was evacuated.Also in today's podcast, Rishi Sunak's expected to use a gathering of European leaders to urge cross-continental co-operation to tackle small boats crossing the Channel.The Prime Minister's attending a meeting in Moldova today.A domestic abuse survivor from Kent has been telling the podcast why she's created an app to help other victims to record and store evidence for police.Emma Davey suffered regular physical attacks during a 6-year relationship with a man who ended up being sent to prison.As Pride month gets under way, we've been speaking to one of the organisers of the biggest event in Kent.Pride Canterbury happens in just under two weeks time and will be staged over two days for the first time this year.And in sport, Kent's Alessia Russo and Laura Coombs have both been named in the England side for the women's world cup this summer.Hear from manager Serina Weigman who has confirmed her squad of 23.

Wood Green and Broadstairs, 1903, from Gower Sketchbook, graphite and watercolour on wove paper, Art Gallery of Ontario, Gift of Jane and John McNicoll, 2002, 2002/9441. Displayed on a table and under Plexiglas, this is one of 8 sketchbooks at the centre of the last room in the exhibition. This room displays the two artists' works in their own right. A series of five colour prints on paper by Cassatt are on one wall, and on the others are paintings from McNicoll's travels of landscapes and figures. The vertically oriented sketchbook is 20 cm tall by 16 cm wide and is open to a small watercolour sketch and life drawings of figures in pencil on both of its off-white pages. In the right upper half of the top page is the watercolour which is slightly larger than a business card. Two thirds is of a dramatic sky with towering grey clouds and one patch of pastel blue near the top. The lower third is a landscape with still waters on the left and a sandy beach and an escarpment rising on the right. Patches of grey, blue and brown dot the beach and indicate bathers at the shore. Under the watercolour is a sketch of the rear view of a child holding a pail and walking in the sand wearing a sunhat with a ribboned band. In a sketch to the left, another child, also seen from behind, sways in a swimming dress with horizontal stripes. To the top left and bottom right of the bottom page are inscriptions. The writing at the top left reads: Wood Green May 1903. Under this are three rear view sketches of a barefoot adolescent figure in a skirt. One is standing with their arms in front of them, presumably carrying something. The remaining two sit perched on a ledge, with one facing left with their left knee raised to also rest on the wall. Writing at the bottom right reads Broadstairs 1903. Spaced around the bottom page are 6 walnut sized sketches of scenes that the artist would have seen during a trip to Broadstairs, on the coast of England. Two depict a child in a sun hat playing with a bucket on the beach. Four are of a person in what resembles a long wool bathing dress and beret-shaped swimming cap. They alternately sit up and recline, leaning on an elbow in the sand, with two sketched as outlines with only a few short strokes of pencil. Around 60 additional images from all the sketchbooks are shown on a monitor mounted on the wall nearby. The other sketchbooks in the case are opened to show drawings such as: sketches of models, females in the nude and males wearing only loincloths, seaside landscapes and village scenes, pencil portrait sketches, a young boy leaning on a staircase, women beside an easel talking in an art class, and a man standing behind a tripod with a surveyor's instrument called a Survey Transit Telescope.

Organisers of a car show in Kent over the bank holiday weekend have faced criticism after some people trying to get there were stuck in delays for more than two hours.The BHP Performance Show took place at the county showground at Detling near Maidstone on Monday.Also in today's podcast, some teachers in Kent are back out on strike today.Marches were due to take place in Tunbridge Wells and Broadstairs as they call for better pay and conditions.We've been hearing how students from East Kent College will have the opportunity to build a huge new development in Folkstone.EKC is the largest provider of construction training in the country, and a new partnership with Otterpool Park will allow local students to work on site.  The plans include 10,000 homes, schools, workspaces as well as green spaces and leisure, arts and culture facilities.With the countdown to the Coronation well and truly under way - all this week, we're going to be hearing from people across the county who'll be marking the occasion.Today, we've been speaking to a team leader at Battersea Brands Hatch where Queen Consort Camilla is patron.And in sport, hear from the Gillingham boss Neil Harris and goalkeeper Glenn Morris following their final home game of the season.

Unsere England-Fans Claus Beling und Alexander Klaus Stecher surfen in dieser Episode BRITPOD durch das bewegte Leben des größten Autors der viktorianischen Zeit: Charles Dickens! Im Städtchen Broadstairs in der Grafschaft Kent gibt es das liebevoll eingerichtete "Charles Dickens House Museum" - ein Reise-Tipp, nicht nur für Fans des Bestsellerautors. Diese Dickens-Weltromane sollte jeder lesen: "David Copperfield" und "Oliver Twist". Außerdem sind Alexander und Claus auf Streiftour durch die bekanntesten Gentlemen-Clubs in London: Der legendäre Athenaeum Club beispielsweise zählt 50 (!) Nobelpreisträger als Mitglieder und bei ihrem Stopp im berühmten Landsdowne Herrenclub in Mayfair erfahren unsere Explorer alles über Kultur, Etikette und Regeln in Londons ältestem Gentlemen Club. Übrigens - der Landsdowne ist der erste "Herrenclub", der von Anfang an auch Frauen aufgenommen hat! Eine große Historie hat auch das Gebäude selbst: Hier am Berkeley Square im Herzen Londons wurde die amerikanische Unabhängigkeitserklärung unterzeichnet, eine Kopie davon hängt gut geschützt hinter dickem Glas an der Wand. -- BRITPOD - England at its Best - wird präsentiert von Romance TV. Dem Zuhause der Rosamunde-Pilcher-Filmreihe und romantischer Serien. -- Ein ALL EARS ON YOU Original Podcast.

Schools across Kent are closed as teacher go on strike again. Members of the National Education Union have walked out in a dispute over pay. Hear from one of their caseworkers in Kent as a march and rally is due to take place in Canterbury. Also in today's podcast, a motorcycle training school in Thanet is facing a big repair bill after a group of kids started fires which damaged buildings and tarmac. They've targeted the site on George Hill Road in Broadstairs several times over the past month - while smashing bottles and smoking cannabis. A one-woman protest has been staged on Sheppey to try and stop a tree from being cut down. Virginia Hanley sat under the 60 year-old willow on Kent Avenue in Minster after noticing tree surgeons had turned up. She's been speaking to reporter Megan Carr. The MP for Canterbury is urging the government to do more to stop laughing gas being sold to children and teenagers. An investigation has found a huge increase in the number of young people being taken to hospital with health problems caused by nitrous oxide. And, there are calls for a community centre in part of Greenhithe to finally be made available to local residents - 13 years after it was built. People living in the Ingress Park area fear they will never be able to use the facility.

A Real Housewives star has been named as the new owner of a Kent castle. Hear from our reporter on who Ann Kaplan Mulholland is and what her purchase means for weddings that were due to take place there. Also in today's podcast, it's a year since the start of the invasion of Ukraine by Russia. We've been speaking to one of the founders of Mission Ukraine, a charity providing aid, a volunteer from Sittingbourne who has visited the country several times over the past year and also a Canon from Rochester Cathedral which is holding a special service tonight. Protesters have gathered outside the headquarters of Medway Council to demand a pay rise. Bosses were inside the building in Chatham discussing a potential wage increase at the time. The manager of a Sheppey care home has admitted she doesn't know how they'll cope with an energy pay rise... Costs for Oakdene Rest Home are set to go up 150% from £2,000 a month to £4,500. An event's launching in Thanet this weekend to help new parents cope with the rising cost of living. The first Mummy to Mummy fair is being held in Broadstairs on Sunday. Hear from the founder. And in sport, the Gillingham manager has been paying tribute to one of their players who has been forced to retire. Olly Lee announced this week he was suffering from a form of arthritis.

Can sport prevent young people from offending? Do elite footballing academies exploit children? Simon is the founder of Delamill Tutoring which offers Mental Health 1st Aid training and training in Mental Health Awareness & Sports Leadership. He is a UEFA A licence football coach who has worked for Portsmouth FC, Fulham FC and more recently for The FA as a Coach Developer and has worked as a Youth worker for Portsmouth City Council.   Simon Millington is a football coach educator and coach developer for The FA who is passionate about utilising sport as a vehicle for social change. Simon was born in Birmingham but moved to Portsmouth after his parents separated and his father then took his own life. Simon has used these challenges in his formative years to drive himself to be the best that he can be. However, it wasn't all was like this and Simon was in trouble with the police for petty crime during his late adolescents. It was these experiences that drove Simon to change his lifestyle and peer group and get into football as a part-time coach. Simon worked within social inclusion projects within Portsmouth where he grew up because he wanted to try and support young people to not stray into criminality and to take more positive steps to gain employment. Simon gained all the necessary football coaching qualifications and moved to the borough of Lambeth in London where he followed his passion for supporting young people and coaches from disadvantaged backgrounds. He also completed an Open University Foundation degree in Sports coaching to formalise his knowledge and to deepen his understanding of sports coaching and the different elements. He then went back to Portsmouth to work for the local authority overseeing their sports provision in the local youth clubs and housing estates across the city. This youth work role provided Simon with invaluable knowledge and skills for supporting adolescents through their teens, and helped him to further understand the challenges teenagers face. Simon then returned to London to take a role with The FA that was created to target teenage boys and girls who had dropped out of football. It was at this time that Simon first started delivering coaching courses to grassroots football clubs. This developed into Simon's dream role because he could influence greater numbers of people to embed a player centred approach to coaching and player development. Simon also completed a PGCE with Worcester Uni in sports coaching and he developed an even deeper understanding of learning and development. This confirmed to Simon that he his experience of coach education wasn't best practice, and it helped him further refine how he started to develop the coaches he worked with. 1n 2019 Simon close friend died from suicide and this really affected Simon and inspired him to utilise hid tutoring skills to teach Mental Health 1st aid courses. Simon completed his training with MHFA England and started tutoring youth mental health first aid courses straight away. Simon was made redundant by The FA during the pandemic and had to find another course of income because no one was hiring in his niche field in Kent at this time. He started to deliver more mental health courses online during the pandemic and he also started to assess professional football scholars for their Sport in Excellence course. Simon and his family returned to Broadstairs in Kent from Spain in February 2022 and he and a colleague have designed an NCFE Cache Level 1 in mental health awareness and sports leadership. This course is for anyone aged 14+ years of age, and it combines everything that Simon is passionate about, mental health, sports and supporting young people to improve their mental health and wellbeing and their lifeskills.  If you're interested in connecting, you can find Simon here: https://www.delamillwellbeingcoachingandtrainingsolutions.com

The family of a 12-year-old boy from Sandwich say they're outraged, after he was knocked out by a man who'd punched him in the face and kicked him to the ground. Owen had just been to the Co-op to buy sweets with his older brother and sister, when he was allegedly attacked near St Barts Road. Our reporter talks us through the story. It looks like Boris Johnson could try to return as Prime Minister following the resignation of Liz Truss. A former advisor says he's cut short his Caribbean holiday and is 'taking soundings' about running for the top job again. A fast-tracked leadership campaign is underway - hear from local Conservative politicians.  Also in today's podcast, around a dozen barber shops in Thanet and Canterbury have signed up to support customers struggling with their mental health. Hair stylists will receive training from charity East Kent Mind, so they can identify signs of depression, be non-judgemental listeners and effective at signposting to where extra help is available. We've been chatting to Matthew Adams from Malcolm's Barbers in Broadstairs – he's one of those getting involved. A bison calf has been born into the UK's only wild herd near Canterbury. You might remember, three adults were introduced to woodland in Blean over the summer to help manage the landscape - and it turns out one of them was pregnant. Bison ranger Tom Gibbs tells us about making the discovery after noticing one of the herd didn't turn up for their food as normal. And in football, Gillingham will be looking to continue their unbeaten run in the League Two this weekend, as they welcome Barrow. Our sports reporter has been catching up with manager Neil Harris ahead of the match.

Recorded live at The Shirker's Rest, New Cross In this episode: Women's Euros Final Book signing for beer Broadstairs Folk Festival Steam Down Deserter x Southey Beer Night Pub & Beer News Crisp News Drug News Other News The Sofa - reading Reader's Letter's Bum Dosser Social Media Scene The Potato - reading

Have a listen to a review of the 2022 Broadstairs Folkweek …. magic as ever, starting with Lindisfarne. Also Jo Tuffs, Creative Director & myself, stroll around & see ‘what's occurring' during the Wednesday of the festival. Enjoy

Listen to my interview podcast with Jo Tuffs Director of Broadstairs Folk Festival 2022. Hear about all the great acts coming this summer from Lindisfarne to African drumming & how you can get festival free tickets just by volunteering

Steve speaks about what it means to truly be God's "Kingdom Priests" and Ollie and Lou Mills share whats been happening in Broadstairs

The neighbour of a Thanet pub has complained about 'rowdy' drinkers as the landlord applies to extend opening hours. The owners of The Dolphin in Broadstairs want to stay open for one hour, to 2am from Sunday to Thursday, and to 2.30am on Friday and Saturday nights. Oliver Kemp has more on the issues that have been raised ahead of a council meeting later this week. Also in today's podcast, figures show there's been a dramatic rise in the number of NHS staff off with Covid in Kent. We have reaction from the Royal College of Nursing. There are calls for France to lift its ban on tourists from the UK going there. The restrictions were brought in just days before Christmas as cases of the Omicron variant started to surge on this side of the Channel. Hear from Chris Parker from DFDS. Pupils at a Kent school say their behaviour and work has improved thanks to the introduction of a therapy dog. We've been along to Northfleet School for Girls. An historic paddle steamer which helped rescue thousands of soliders during the second world war has returned to the towns its named after. The Medway Queen was vital in the evacuation of Dunkirk. And the search is on for a new manager at Gillingham. Steve Evans and his assistant Paul Rayner have left the club following a poor run of results which has left them firmly in the league one relegation zone.

This week, Katy and Adam go to Broadstairs with writer and comedian and actor Lou Sanders.

A woman is calling for justice for her husband from Broadstairs who died after being infected with contaminated blood... A public inquiry's been hearing evidence today into why NHS patients were given blood products with hepatitis and HIV in the 1970s and 80s. Steve Dymond was diagnosed with Hepatitis C in 1997 and was among thousands who died. Su Gorman will be one of the people giving evidence.