Table Of ContentYour Maidstone
www.yourmaidstone.co.uk Issue no 224
Nineteen
INSIDE
(cid:78)(cid:0)News................2-24
(cid:78)(cid:0)Kent Remembered .....25
(cid:78)(cid:0)Comment/Feedback 26-27
(cid:78)(cid:0)Business Week......29-31
lose their
(cid:78)(cid:0)Keep Kent Working. 32-33
(cid:78)(cid:0)Jobs & Notices.....34-39
Kent Weekend
licences (cid:78)(cid:0)The Interview ..........43
(cid:78)(cid:0)Food & Drink...........45
(cid:78)(cid:0)Homes ............49-50
(cid:78)(cid:0)Driving .............53-61
for drink
JOBS
More staff for
revamped pub
driving
THE White Rabbit Vintage Inn
on Sandling Road in Maidstone
has opened its doors after a
£130,000 makeover.
Six new jobs have been
By Marijke Cox two-year driving ban and court created to work alongside the
[email protected] costs of £85. original team. Landlady Victo-
District commander for Maid- ria Hampshire said the renova-
DRIVING bans totalling more stone, Chief Inspector Adrian tions would make a difference
than 21 years have been Futers, said the Kent-wide to the overall atmosphere.
slapped on motorists in Maid- crackdown saw some offenders
stone following a major crack- appear before the new virtual
down on drink driving. court system, with 12 losing JUBILEE
In just three weeks over the their licence immediately. Throw a party
Christmas and new year pe- “Members of the public who
riod, 19 people – almost one drive whilst under the influ-
for the Queen
a day – were caught behind ence of alcohol don’t just com-
the wheel while over the legal mit a serious offence, they also
drink drive limit. place other road users – and COMMUNITIES are being
They were brought before themselves – at risk of injury, invited to start planning
magistrates in Maidstone and or in the worst instance, death. street parties for the
issued bans ranging from 12 “We will continue to enforce Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
Police use their senses
months to three years, with drink driving laws and with this summer.
many also receiving fines. changes to the criminal justice Party organisers can apply
A 36-year-old woman from system, drivers may lose their for a road closure over any day
Staplehurst was ordered to driving licences within hours of during the extended holiday
FULL STORY – SEE BELOW
undertake 80 hours of com- being arrested through the use from June 2-5. See www.kent.
munity work in addition to a of the virtual courts system.” gov.uk/streetparty.
ROAD SAFETY
CRIME
Speed camera
Police patrol sniffs out cannabis factory on housing estate
kept very busy
A CANNABIS factory has been shut where they discovered around 20 can- their local officer with the information plants were found by police at the prop-
down after police on foot patrol caught nabis plants. and we will do the rest.” erty in Warehorn, near Ashford. A STAGGERING 1,560 drivers
a whiff of the tell-tale scent, leading Sergeant Colin Whitfield, from the A 41 year-old man from Bearsted was Samuel Dundas, 52, from Warehorn, were caught speeding by the
them to the scene of the crime. neighbourhood policing team at Kent arrested on suspicion of cultivating can- was sentenced to four years imprison- A229 Loose Road speed cam-
Officers on patrol in Downswood in Police, said: “This was a really good nabis. He has been released on bail until ment for the production of cannabis era during 2010.
Bearsted traced the familiar smell of piece of work that has resulted in March 29. and one year for the abstraction of According to the Kent and
cannabis to a property in Lenside Drive. a cannabis factory being dismantled Last week, three men were jailed fol- electricity; Gavin Lutchman, 34, from Medway Safety Camera Part-
They returned to the police sta- and plants being destroyed. I’d encour- lowing a trial at Maidstone Crown Court Wembley, was sentenced to a year; and nership, it recorded the highest
tion to start an investigation and se- age anyone who suspects they can smell after a cannabis factory was discovered Thomas Fenton, 47, from Shepherds number of offences of all the
cured a warrant to enter the property, cannabis being cultivated to provide at a country farm house. Around 270 Bush, 10 months. speed cameras in Kent.
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NEWS IN BRIEF
Town’s copy of
(cid:177)(cid:0)Towers to come down
Magna Carta
ONE of Kent’s most distinctive landmarks is set
for demolition. Thanet Council’s planning
committee has agreed the cooling towers at the
has ‘Fort Knox’ old Richborough power station can be knocked
down by BFL Management Ltd, which wants to
clear away the massive chimneys so it can build
an energy park. The power station was decomis-
level security sioned in 1996. Demolition of the towers will
take place once the remaining planning and
preparation has been completed.
(cid:177)(cid:0)Kitchener Camp on TV
By Ed Hill It sets out the principles of
[email protected] freedom under law and is the THE forgotten story of how the people of
basis for legal and political sys- Sandwich played a key role in saving thousands
IT MAY not be widely known, tems around the world. as Faversham has one of the SAFE AND never sell it and we would not of men from certain death at the hands of the
but Faversham has one of the Recently town chiefs dis- largest collections of municipal SOUND: be able to get permission to Nazis in the Holocaust is to be featured in a BBC
most important historial docu- cussed how the document charters in the UK. Its first char- There are only sell it in America, as happened TV show on Monday. Between February and
ments linked to this country’s should be best looked after. ter dates back to 1252, when 17 original in 2007.” September 1939 Jews came to Britain and were
democracy ever produced. Security around the charter Henry III gave local barons im- medieval Laurence Young, from the given safe haven at an old and rundown World
The town was granted a copy was upgraded after a copy of munity from the payment of copies of the Faversham Enterprise Partner- War One training base – The Kitchener Camp.
of the Magna Carta given to a similar document sold for certain tolls and customs. Magna Carta ship, said: “The charter is Inside Out is on BBC One at 7.30pm on Monday,
it in 1300 by the then-king $20 million in America in The charters were often used left in the owned by town council and January 23.
Edward I. 2007. as a way of raising money or world. One they are doing the right thing
The charter was written by Susan Brockman, Faver- military equipment for the King. copy was sold in insuring the security around (cid:177)(cid:0)SeaFrance refund vow
medieval scribes specifically sham’s town clerk, said: “Our Another one issued by Ed- in the US in Faversham’s charters is as good
for the town. At the foot of the security is really now at Fort ward I in 1278, demanded that 2007, for as it can be. DEFUNCT Dover-to-Calais ferry operator
document it says in Latin that Knox level, we really wanted to the barons of Faversham pro- $20 million “They are also doing the SeaFrance says any customers owed money will
it is for the Barons of the Port of keep it in the town. vide him with 57 ships for 15 right thing in exploring the get refunds for their bookings. It comes after the
Faversham. “It is impossible to put a days of the year. ways in which the charters Commercial Court in Paris ordered the full
It is an official Royal copy of value on it. It’s just a really The last charter dates back may be displayed and used in liquidation of the firm. Rival cross-Channel
the document that the barons lucky that we have something to 1685, and recognises the es- the future as they have a lot of operators are currently locked in talks to buy up
of England forced King John to like this in Faversham.” tablishment of the town’s potential for tourism.” the ferries which operated on the route. Any
sign in 1215 at Runnymede, The town was issued the Queen Elizabeth Grammar ■ More news and sport at customers wishing to contact SeaFrance
sealed with King Edward’s offi- Magna Carta because of its con- School which is still educating www.yourswale.co.uk. directly can call 0845 458 0666.
cial wax seal. It is thought that nection with the Cinque Ports children today.
only 17 original medieval cop- of Kent and Sussex which were The 700-year-old document
ies are left in the world. given special status because of is now safely kept in a fire-proof
The charter established the the role in protecting the coun- cabinet with other documents Signature Miramar Care Community
right of Englishmen to be pun- try’s coast from invasion. and increased insurance.
ished only under the feudal law Its historical importance was Ms Brockman said: “In truth Beltinge, Herne Bay, Kent
of the time and not just at the initially overlooked in the the document really has no real
whim of the K ing. town’s archive; not surprisingly value at all because we would
HEALTH
NHS Trust’s new iPhone app gives
teens access to free sexual advice
NEW EXPANSION NOW OPEN
HEALTH chiefs have developed an iPhone app to them immediately in the direction of the nearest
help reduce unplanned teenage pregnancy and outlet to get free condoms or advice about their
improve the sexual health of the county’s sexual health.” Where lifestyle and care go
youngsters. The app uses active maps to direct teenagers
The Kent C Card app helps youngsters access to where they can get contraception and hand in hand
free condoms, emergency contraception and information.
information about getting treated for sexually In the past, some of the county’s districts
transmitted infections. have seen high teenage preg- Signature Miramar is a new concept in care homes.
All teenagers aged 19 and nancy rates, but health bosses We provide person centred care to suit your lifestyle
under are able to register with say there is an overall downward in a friendly and luxurious environment. Our skilled
the scheme, which follows on trend across Kent. and friendly team of professionals are on hand 24
from the C Card initiative, a The latest countywide figures
hours a day to provide whatever care you need,
community-based contraceptive show that in 2009 there were
scheme set up in 2007, to 968 conceptions in females aged however the emphasis remains on wellbeing,
help young people access free under 18 and 883 in 2010. independence and enjoyment. We also offer respite
condoms and advice. An NHS spokeswoman for breaks and convalescence periods.
Head of sexual health at Kent Kent and Medway said teenage
Community Health NHS Trust pregnancy increases the PLEASE DROP IN OR CALL BECCA
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BORIS ISLAND
NEWS IN BRIEF
Leaders demand crunch
(cid:177)(cid:0)MP backs yacht plan
estuary airport meeting
CANTERBURY Tory MP Julian Brazier, Co-
Chairman of the All-Party Ports and Maritime
with transport minister Group, has backed a motion calling on the
Government to examine options for replacing
the Royal Yacht without spending public funds.
The motion says: “This House notes the former
Royal Yacht Britannia played a major role in British
By Ed Hill part of its aviation strategy review. The only diplomacy and trade promotion, as well as
[email protected] thing he did say was that it must not include a providing a suitable transport for her Majesty on
third runway at Heathrow – that’s a political visits to Commonwealth and foreign nations.”
POLITICAL leaders in Kent have demanded an statement to help Boris.” TAKING OFF: Lord Foster’s Grain airport design (cid:177)(cid:0)Mum abandoned child
urgent meeting with ministers after the Govern- And while many in Kent believe the construc-
ment confirmed a formal consultation into an tion of such an amibitious proposal – believed to swathes off the green belt and countryside.”
international airport in the Thames Estuary is to cost around £50 billion – would bring a vital It is signed by the leaders of all four main po- A MOTHER who left her six-year-old child home
go ahead. boost to the local economy, local politicians re- litical groups in Medway; Conservative, Labour, alone for five days has been sent to jail.
And while many of the county’s most senior main, publicly at least, united in opposition. Lib Dem and Independent. Natalie Terry, 28, (pictured) left the youngster
figures continue to privately maintain the Chatham and Aylesford Tory MP, Tracey Protect Kent, the county’s branch of the Cam- in “appalling conditions”, with animal faeces on
scheme will not take off, concerns are growing Crouch said the consultation was a “tedious, un- paign to Protect Rural England, welcomed the the floor of the home.
that the Government’s previous dismissal of the necessary, expensive waste of taxpayer money”, chance to highlight the schemes’ failings. The child eventually sought
idea is rapidly turning into a love affair. adding: “I am firmly against the proposal.” Andrew Ogden, campaigns manager, said: refuge from a neighbour after
There have so far been two firm proposals put Now, in an open letter, Medway Council has “We anticipate that this opportunity to share all being cold and hungry.
forward. One, dubbed Boris Island after it was called for an urgent meeting with the Secretary of the facts and figures behind these proposals When police visited the home,
proposed by London Mayor Boris Johnson, would of State for Transport Justine Greening. will expose them as the futile schemes they are. they found that the child had
see land in the middle of the estuary – close to It said: “Medway Council runs a campaign “We will also be calling for a referendum to be been left for almost five days.
both Grain and Sheppey – reclaimed. The other, against this pipe dream of an airport scheme held among all residents likely to be impacted.” Terry, of Willow Road, Dartford, was sen-
put forward by architect Lord Foster, urges run- along with Kent County Council and the RSPB. Charles Buchanan, chief executive of Manston tenced to 18 months in prison after admitting
ways to be built on Grain. “And all Medway councillors back this cam- Airport – where many critics of the estuary child neglect, at Maidstone Crown Court.
Both have been fiercely criticised by Kent paign against an airport on or near the estuary. scheme point to being a better place for develop- The child is now eight years old. Terry also
County Council, Medway Council, Swale Bor- “It would appear to us the Mayor of London’s ment – welcomed the consultation: “It is vital admitted failing to surrender to police.
ough Council and conservationists who point to office have been privately briefing the Govern- any decision on such a major development is Det Con Fleur Hardie said: “Children deserve
mass destruction of the landscape and wildlife. ment on its plan and we think a meeting with evidence-based and considers all the opportuni- to grow up in a loving environment where they
However, after initially being dismissed as “pie yourself at the earliest opportunity would pro- ties and challenges of the solutions proposed.” are protected from harm, not subjected to it. I
in the sky” the proposals have gathered steam in vide a good, and much needed, opportunity to (cid:78) What are your views? Write to us at am pleased with this sentence, which shows we
recent months. discuss face to face the ramifications of such pro- [email protected] and let us know will do everything in our power to bring such
Yet there remain nagging doubts that behind posals for Medway, the historic county of Kent if you are for or against a new airport. offenders to justice.”
the project is an elaborate ploy to help Mr John- and all communities near the Thames estuary.
son’s coming re-election efforts in May. “We feel it is important to point out that 76
Cllr Rodney Chambers, leader of Medway Coun- per cent of the UK public say they are against the
cil, told this paper: “Boris, at the last mayoral elec- airport, as are many airline industry leaders.
tion, told the voters of west London if they voted for “If it were to go ahead it would have a huge
him he would oppose a third runway and he’d get affect on the lives of hundreds of thousands of
a reduction in the use of Heathrow. residents in Medway, as well as across Kent and
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A CHARITY that cares for ter- the support the newspaper Gold Scheme, which sees
minally ill children has thanked gives us in terms of publicity. funds raised through
Archant KOS Media after Thanks again to everyone who charitable events matched
benefiting from our Kent Kids was involved in this generous by the company.
for Christmas campaign. donation. It really will make a Money raised for the Kent
Demelza Hospice Care for difference to the children and Kids for Christmas appeal
Children received a cheque for families who use Demelza.” at a race night at Buckmore
£3,272 from the appeal, which A cheque for £3,272 was Park near Chatham last year
is run by this newspaper, to also donated to Dave Lee’s was doubled through the
help good causes that benefit Happy Holidays, a week before programme.
young people in Kent. the panto legend lost his battle Managing director of
Spokeswoman for the with pancreatic cancer. Archant KOS Media Paul
Sittingbourne-based charity His Herne Bay-based charity Stannard said he was delighted
Helen Francis said the raises money to send sick and to help such good causes.
donation would help pay for underprivileged children on “Kids are the future of Kent
trips and activities for teenag- trips and holidays of a lifetime. and we want to raise it for the
ers who use the service. Fundraiser Phil Hadler said future of our county,” he said.
“Demelza relies on organisa- the volunteers would carry on He also paid tribute to his
tions like Archant Kos Media to the work of Dave Lee and friend of 20 years Dave Lee.
help us bring in the much- continue to help Kent children “He was so good to the
needed funds year in, year out, enjoy holidays and panto trips. children in Kent. When you
as well as raise awareness of Both charities will also donated money to his charity,
what we do,” she said. benefit from a further £702 you felt like you were giving it
“We also really appreciate each courtesy of the Archant to his own kids,” he said.
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KNIFE CRIME
NEWS IN BRIEF
International appeal
(cid:177)(cid:0)Thief targets schools
of tragic Harry Potter
A crook who breaks into school changing rooms
while pupils are playing sport is being hunted by
police.
Officers and investigating a number of thefts –
actor’s film festival
with schools in Tonbridge and Hildenborough
being targeted. Police say they believe the
crimes could be linked – but at this stage are not
revealing the names of the schools involved.
Items taken include an Omega watch, mobile
phones, and an iPod Touch. By Chris Murphy people; provide an opportunity for locally made
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AN annual film festival held in memory of the from around the world; offer learning opportuni-
SEVENOAKS Community Centre caretakers, murdered teenage Harry Potter star Rob Knox is ties for young filmmakers; and identify films that
Rita and Jim Lepper are to be given a grand gearing up for its biggest ever year. tackle social issues or that could be used in an
retirement send off by the town mayor, The 18-year-old was killed in May, 2008, in educational context.
councillors, and colleagues – now that Jim has Sidcup, just after he’d finished filming his role as There are eight award categories this year:
reached 80. Marcus Belby in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood best film; best director; best screenplay; best ac-
Jim started working as caretaker at Seven- Prince. tor; best actress; best film under five minutes;
oaks Community Centre in March, 1996. Rita He had signed on to be in Deathly Hallows. best community film tackling a social issue; and STAB VICTIM: Rob Knox played Marcus Belby
joined Jim at a later date and “together they Rob died after being stabbed outside a bar best 99 per cent film which raises the profile of
make an invaluable team who will be greatly when he intervened in a fight to protect his positive activity by young people. [email protected] for an entry form.
missed in retirement”, say officials. brother Jamie, 17 at the time, from two men, one Last year Edilberto Restino cut short filming in The festival opens on May 29 at New Genera-
of whom was armed with a pair of knives. Brazil to collect his award for best director. Pre- tion Church, Sidcup, and ends with the awards
(cid:177)(cid:0)Grammar plan attack
After his death the Rob Knox Foundation was vious award winners have attended from USA, night at Cineworld Bexleyheath on June 6.
created to campaign against knife and gun crime Greece and Belgium. Rob had been an actor from the age of 11,
MOVES that could see Sevenoaks get a and promote citizenship, and all the funds from Mr Wearing said: “It is a local festival aimed at with some appearances as an extra before bag-
grammar school have been attacked by Labour’s the film festival will go to the fund. local people especially the young, but we have ging a small part in The Bill. He also appeared in
shadow education secretary Stephen Twigg. He Organisers are expecting a record number of gained an international reputation. the Channel 4 reality show Trust me I’m a Teen-
said: “The Tory-led Government is expanding free entries to the Rob Knox Film Festival 2012 “We know filmmakers at all stages of their ca- ager, and the BBC comedy After You’ve Gone.
selection at 11 by the back door, by trying to as it continues to grow in reputation since its reers and those just doing it for fun have a desire His first film was King Arthur in 2004.
sneak through changes to the admission code launch in 2009. for their films to be seen by others, and we try to Karl Bishop, 25, from Lewisham, was found
without parliamentary debate. David Cameron Set up by festival director Michael Wearing, make that happen for as many as we can.” guilty of murder in February, 2009, and jailed
promised no return to the 11-plus and no return from Middle Stoke on the Hoo Peninsula, it aims Filmmakers wishing to have their efforts con- for life with a minimum of 20 years. Police said
to a grammar school system.” to raise the profile of positive behaviour by young sidered for screening at the festival should email he showed no remorse.
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ANIMALS
Cat charity near ‘crisis’ point as
recession sees rise in jilted pets
By Chris Murphy
[email protected]
TUNBRIDGE Wells cats are in
crisis. So many residents are FELINE BAD:
‘feline’ the financial pinch and (From left to
giving their pets up for adop- right) Simba,
tion that cat rescue centres are Pumba and
being over run. Angel are all
Now the Tunbridge Wells, looking for a
Crowborough and District new homes
branch of Cats Protection has after being
issued an emergency appeal in given up by
response to a dramatic rise in their owners
the number of unwanted cats
needing the charity’s help. tion League and later changed “We are currently inundated of just £16 could enable us to
There is usually a pick up in its named in 1998, said new with cats because of the reces- care for one extra cat – provid-
pets being handed in after Christ- owners are failing to come sion; people are having to leave ing them with food, veterinary
mas, but staff said this year forward in their usual num- their homes and are often una- care and a warm place to
they have been overwhelmed. bers, as money for feed and cats ble to take their cats with them. sleep.”
As a result, the charity – becomes ever more stretched. “We are struggling to find If you would like to adopt a
which normally looks after Tunbridge Wells homing space for them in our foster cat or make a donation, please
around 6,000 cats nationally officer Miriam Bennett said: homes. I fear this could push call Miriam at Cats Protection’s
at any one time – has issued “This surge in unwanted cats the branch to breaking point if Tunbridge Wells, Crowbor-
an emergency appeal asking is extremely distressing. It is a it continues and leave us una- ough and District branch on
people to consider adopting a crisis for the cats and it piles ad- ble to help many more un- 01892 516377 or go to the
cat to stop the situation getting ditional pressure onto our vol- wanted cats so we are urgently website www.cats.org.uk.
any worse. unteers. The branch is already asking for help,” said Miriam. ■ Read all the very latest
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Jail for Xmas tree thief STAR’S DEATH
Son pays tribute to
A GRINCH who stole more than 100 Christmas
trees from Notcutt Garden Centre in Pembury
has been jailed for 18 months.
Grant Hodgson, 31, of Court Road, Burham,
was caught in the act with two accomplices who popular, funny and
were handed community orders. Hodgson was
out on licence for other offences at the time.
generous Dave Lee
By Marijke Cox to Canterbury, was diagnosed the major honour of becoming
[email protected] with pancreatic cancer in a Freeman of the City from
October, forcing him to pull Canterbury City Council for his
THAT familiar smile and quick out of the pantomime Cinderel- tireless fundraising work and
wit the people of Kent knew la at the Marlowe in Canter- entertainment.
and loved so well stayed with bury, where he had performed Chief executive Colin Car-
panto legend Dave Lee right more than 1,000 times over michael said the ceremony at
until the very end. 16 years. the Guildhall on Tuesday, Jan-
In true Dave Lee-style, when He died on Monday, with his uary 31, would still go ahead
asked how he was feeling, family by his side. and the comic would be made a
the popular comic whipped Mr Legge said: “The last cou- Freeman posthumously.
the oxygen mask off his face ple of weeks had been a bit “We know how pleased and
COLLEAGUES: Actor Stephen Mulhern (left) and replied: “I’m ready for the harder for him and on Sunday excited Dave was about the
starred alongside Dave in many pantomimes Olympics.” he was struggling for breath award and look forward to wel-
Sadly, the 64-year-old passed with a chest infection. coming his family and many,
away just hours later, losing “He looked well until the end many friends to the Guildhall
his battle with pancreatic can- and smiled right through. He to what we hope will be a cele-
cer and leaving behind three was sat there with his oxygen bration of his life and achieve-
children, six grandchildren, mask speaking to us. ments,” he said,
and casting a shadow over the “He was a Tottenham fan Suggestions have also been
county which loved him. and was asking lots of ques- put forward for a permanent
His eldest son Darren Legge, tions. He was playing around tribute to Dave outside The
44, a chef at the Red Lion pub and asking how they did. Marlowe in the form of a
in Stodmarsh, said the family “When he was asked by the bench.
had been overwhelmed with doctor how he felt he took his ‘The Bench’ was a regular
support. mask off and said he was ready set-piece performed at the Mar-
“It’s been an upsetting time for the Olympics.” lowe pantomime which be-
for us, but we’ve had so many His father’s funeral is being came eagerly anticipated by
phone calls from people here held at Canterbury Cathedral the audience.
and from further afield – I at 2pm on Monday, January Mr Legge said: “It would be
didn’t realise just how popular 30, followed by a private nice for the tribute to have
he was,” he said. family service at Barham cre- something to do with the thea-
“He was a wonderful father, matorium, where Dave’s late tre. I think it’s a good idea to
he made people laugh and he wife Linda was cremated four have The Bench.”
did so much to help others.” years ago. Dave, who had three chil-
Dave, who lived for many Only two weeks ago it was dren, Darren, Justin, 40, and
years in Herne before moving announced Dave would receive Debbie, 42, started his career
Charity’s volunteers vow to continue
Happy Holidays legacy left by comic
DAVE Lee was best known for his legendary Happy Holidays’ corporate fundraiser and close
pantomime performances – but the funnyman friend of Dave, Phil Hadler, said the volunteers
did more than entertain the masses. intended to carry on the comic’s hard work.
In addition to his showbiz career, the star “We’re all feeling down in the dumps; it’s hard
worked tirelessly for charity, launching his to imagine running the charity without Dave, he
own organisation 15 years ago with wife Linda was the figurehead,” he said.
to raise funds to send sick and underprivileged “He was always at the front, helping out if a
children on holiday. Camber caravan needed sorting out or anything
Dave Lee’s Happy Holidays reached the else that had to be done, and he was there for
£2 million mark just over a year ago. the events. He could never believe how
Speaking to Archant KOS Media at the time of generous people were and was amazed with
the milestone, he said he was absolutely thrilled. what people did to help.”
“Every penny of the money raised gets spent Mr Hadler said, however, that Dave was never
sending children and their families on holiday – the same since his wife Linda died four years
no-one in the charity gets paid,” he said. ago.
“It’s not only the children that need a holiday, But the star, who was also patron of the East
but the families, too. It’s natural for the rest of Kent Animal Centre, pushed on with fundraising
the family to be put on the back-burner when events including his annual charity golf day at
there is a sick child. Chart Hills Golf Club, near Ashford, with
“Or in other cases the family can’t afford to go celebrity pals in tow.
away on holiday. This gives them a chance to Spurs boss Harry Redknapp, Gillingham
go somewhere they have never been before.” manager Andy Hessenthaler, and former
Since its launch, the charity has sent thou- England footballer Luther Blissett are among
sands of children on holiday to places including the sporting stars to attend over the years.
Camber Sands – where the organisation has five Dave’s friends Jim Davidson, Bobby Davro and
holiday homes – Tenerife, Lapland and Florida. Bradley Walsh were also regulars at the event.
Every Christmas, youngsters are taken to the His tireless charity work saw him receive an
pantomime at the Marlowe in Canterbury. MBE in 2003.
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