In & Around Magazine August 2014 by in and around Loose

inandaround FREE

AUGUST 2014

Meet & Greet

Diamond Accounting

A Royal Visit

from The Prince of Wales and The Duke of Cambridge

Summer Fun See our Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s On Guide

www.inandaroundkent.co.uk

to In and Around Magazine August 2014

Contents 4

4 A Royal Visit 7 Meet & Greet 8 Horticultural Society 10 24 hr Live-In Care 12 Pottery Painting 14 Bearsted Round Table

16 Child Maintenance

12 20 Summer Pests 23 Local Noticeboard 24 Social Enterprise

Dear Readers, The Summer holidays have arrived and we have been busy finding out how you can keep your little ones busy! Take a look at our What’s On Page (page 27). This month we ‘Meet and Greet’ Diamond Accounting and find out how they can help your business (page 7). If you have some unwanted guests in your garden or around your house, take a look at our article on page 20. Please remember to support your local services and support the magazine by telling our advertisers you saw them in ‘In & Around’ magazine. Have an Awesome August!

Sarah, Editor

27 What’s On

29 Classifieds

Copy deadline for next edition:

30 Index of Services

Tuesday 12th August

31 Ask Debbie Copies of in and around are available to pick up at various distribution points across Maidstone Distributed door to door to select homes in Loose, Bearsted, Boughton Monchelsea, Penenden Heath, Coxheath and Aylesford. The local community magazine for Maidstone

inandaround

“Connecting local people to local businesses”

Editor & Publisher: Sarah Maberley Tel: 01622 741824 Published independently by: In & Around Kent publications Email: info@inandaroundkent.co.uk

www.inandaroundkent.co.uk

Feature

....................

Scuba Diver Tony Meets The Prince Of Wales & The Duke Of Cambridge

Cognitive Hypnotherapy for Confidence and Self-Esteem Issues

“I can only assume that his interest probably stems from the fact that I threw him into the swimming pool on many occasions and instead of putting him off, it actually enthused him. I am thrilled that he has decided to carry on the tradition started by my Father who I know began as your president right at the beginning of the BSAC. Then when he handed over to me, 40 years ago, little did I think that I would end up being your President for 40 out of your 60 years.” His Royal Highness expressed admiration for BSAC’s growing membership of 30,000 members and the organisation’s work on marine conservation such as BSAC’s underwater litterpick campaign. His Royal Highness added: “I do hope the club will go from strength to strength under its new and enthusiastic management.”

Tony Marshall (three from the left) in the front row standing beside BSAC Chief Executive Mary Tetley.

A SCUBA DIVER from Sevenoaks met The Prince of Wales and The Duke of Cambridge at a special event to mark the handover of the British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC) Presidency. Tony Marshall, 73, of Halstead, who is BSAC’s Vice President, was at the London reception to welcome the royal guests where he helped The Duke kit up for his scuba dive and chatted to his Father about the 60-year history of the club. It was announced in May that The Duke has followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather to take the helm of BSAC, the UK’s governing body for scuba diving and snorkelling, which celebrated its diamond jubilee last year. On Wednesday July 9, Their Royal Highnesses joined around 100 BSAC members to mark the historic handover and to say thank you to The Prince of Wales for his four decades of loyal leadership at the head of the organisation. The Duke of Cambridge took the plunge himself at the event, held at the Oasis lido in London’s West End, where he buddied up with young scuba diver, 17-year-old Tom Billingham, to carry out essential safety checks before descending on a short pool dive to practice their skills. The Duke also joined in with a group of young snorkellers and together they practiced putting on masks, fins and snorkels before carrying out a series of snorkelling signals. The group of excited young BSAC members were then presented with certificates by The Prince of Wales to mark the special part they played on the day. Tony, a dad-of-three and grandfather-of-four, who has been scuba diving since 1958 and teaches others to learn the sport, helped The Duke get kitted up ready for his dive and later spoke to his father about BSAC’s diamond jubilee celebrations which took place last year.

The Duke of Cambridge, who was presented with a BSAC President diving jacket and a scuba diving T-shirt for his little son George, said at the event: “It is a great honour to be here with my father to accept the role as President of the British Sub-Aqua Club, continuing the Presidency from my father and from my grandfather, The Duke of Edinburgh. “Like them, I can proudly say I learnt to dive with the Club, and share your passion for the sport and the underwater environment. I hope that one day my son, George, might follow in our footsteps. At the moment bathtime is quite painful but I imagine as he gets a little bit older donning a snorkel and mask might calm him down. I look forward to working with BSAC to encourage even more young people to dive - to help develop the next generation of underwater explorers, pioneers and protectors.” While The Duke enjoyed his snorkelling and scuba diving, his father was taken on a short journey through a series of BSAC storyboards which detailed the success of BSAC’s recent underwater litterpick campaign, its diamond jubilee celebrations and the Beachcomber and rock pooling sessions designed for young children to learn about what they can find on a beach. “We look forward to working closely with The Duke to inspire a new generation of young scuba divers to discover the rich adventures and opportunities of the underwater world which we all have a shared interest in preserving and protecting.” The event was held at the Oasis lido by kind permission of Camden Council who own the venue which is managed on their behalf by GLL (Better), the UK’s largest charitable social enterprise leisure provider. For more information go to www.bsac.com.

Tony said: “I told The Prince of Wales that he had been an exemplary President of BSAC and we talked about him diving on the Mary Rose and how BSAC has recently sponsored the memorial bust of Alexander McKee who spent years searching the wreck. He was a charming man and interested in what one had to say.” Speaking at the special reception, where he was presented with a Lifetime Honorary Member Award by BSAC Chairman Eugene Farrell, The Prince of Wales, said: “I feel extraordinarily proud having lasted for 40 years as your President. I am delighted that my eldest son is taking over from me. 4

inandaround

Tony Marshall meeting The Duke of Cambridge at the special BSAC reception.

inand andaround around in

- DISHWASHERS - TUMBLE DRYERS - ELECTRIC COOKERS - FRIDGES & FREEZERS - WASHING MACHINES

All repairs carried out by qualified engineer with over 25 years of experience, every repair is fully guaranteed

Alltype Property Maintenance All Carpentry & Maintenance Work Undertaken Including:

Reliable & Efficient Service, Fully Insured. For a Free No Obligation Quotation

01622 747143 or 07716 787271 Email: tonyfridd69@gmail.com

Decorating&& Decorating DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL PlasteringServices Services Plastering

•Interior Interior ExteriorWork Work Est. 22 years City•& Guilds&&Exterior FreeEstimates Estimates&&Advice Advice ••Free Male & Female Decorators AffordableRates Rates ••Affordable Interior &••Exterior Work LocalTradesman Tradesman Local Fully Insured Friendly Professional Service City&&Guilds Guilds Qualified ••City Qualified

ESTIMATES &745924 ADVICE CallFREE Andrew on 01622 01622 745924 Call Andrew on

24 Copper Tree Court ANDY Loose Mobile 07769 07769 154656 154656 Mobile Maidstone ME15 9RW 34Norrington NorringtonRoad, Road,Loose Loose JACKIE 34

01622 749676 07973 525522 07878 110934

H. PreeceT Plastering

OW PPT O W E E TT

Artex Skimmed Over Overboarding Insurance Work All aspects of plastering catered for

Kitchen Fitting - Bedroom Fitting - Bathroom Fitting Tiling Floor & Walls - Windows, Doors & Floors Decking & Fencing

AP DECORATORS

Reliable & cost effective service to repair

We buy buy && sell sell anything anything We No job too small

MaidstoneWest WestStation Station Maidstone

shPPaaidid Cash Ca Dayy SammeeDa Sa Servrvicicee Se

01622 687406 675252 /675252 07957 501469 01622 01622 www.steptows.co.uk www.steptows.co.uk

T&C’sApply Apply T&C’s

DEREK OLDER PLASTERER

Specialist in: Walls, Ceiling, Gyproc, Coving & Plastering

01622 747753 07944 951851 inandaround

IAAK July 14 final to print.indd 31

andaround around 66 ininand

22/06/2014 07:45

Feature Recipe

....................... ....................

Meet & Greet . . . Diamond Accounting Chocolate Beetroot Cupcakes Client Testimonials: “I run a small business that sells art all over the world. Yvonne and Helen have worked with me for several years and always find fast and effective solutions to the myriad of problems that arise. They also manage our general financial affairs with impeccable diligence and a refreshing “Can Do” attitude.” Nick, Nick Veasey Ltd

Formed by Yvonne Trusty and Helen Court in 2007, Maidstone based Diamond Accounting Services can offer you all sorts of accounting services to help you get on with what you really want to do – run your business! The Adding financial side ofbeetroot a business canto be bewildering and scary a chocolate but we can guide you through it, doing as much or as little as recipe you cake require. We can help makes you with: it wonderfully • Book-keeping including VAT returns fudgy and moist.

• Accounting including Management Accounts INGREDIENTS: • Payroll • 180g plain flour • Personal taxation • 75g cocoa powder • Setting up your business • 2 teaspoons baking powder We • know andcaster understand the pressures of modern life and can 225g sugar relate• to250g clientsbeetroot who are cooked trying to do everything, so why not let us help theeggs load? At Diamond we get to know our clients • 3carry large as people in order to offer the best service possible. • 200ml sunflower oil We • provide an excellent solutionextract to smaller businesses that 1 teaspoon of vanilla are too small take on or a full-time bookkeeper or a larger • 12 big,to frozen fresh raspberries accounting firm. At the same time we are both professionally qualified, Helen is a Chartered Accountant and Yvonne is an METHOD: Accounting Technician, and our aim is to deliver a first class • Heat the oven to 180 degrees/gas mark 4 and service. We can work with you outside of normal office hours prepare 12 cupcakes cases in a tin. via phone, email or even text. • Place 180g flour, cocoa and baking powder With over years of accounting experience between us, we in 30 a bowl. attend seminars, the latest and network • Puree thereceive beetroot in apublications food processor, add within the industry to stay current with all financial and legal eggs - one at a time, the oil and vanilla - blend changes. until smooth. Add sugar to the mixture and As a growing blend.business, we are delighted to announce that we are taking onthe clients in your mixture area. We and • Pour beetroot incan the offer flouraffordable and baking flexible powder solutions for your business: and mix lightly.

“Diamond Accounting Services are extremely helpful in all aspects of our business and personal financial requirements. It is very important to have a good working relationship with your accountants and we certainly feel confident in the advice given. They offer a very friendly and well informed service with a very personal touch and we would not hesitate in recommending them to anyone looking for an excellent and reliable accountant. We have been very happy with all aspects of their services given as they have taken away the headache of Tax Returns which is a great bonus to us.” st, Sue and John, Sinclair Services (Kent) ugu Ltd r,

o t... , July, A vembe o r t e e B would notnhesitate ne to recommend No “We Diamond Accounting for : Ju ber, to

c as theirIcompetent, r, O & professional services, whether it be n se mbeefficient e t . personal payroll, book-keeping el Accountancy Septaxation eor bermatters, ly p to a cem for all AND, :to boot, all iat mp Dethem - we use very competitive rates.” n i s e r , te raw gra n also repa Marisa to p etroot r and ca t How joy be

pee

ot firs etro eel

to (p en . Bae great ) ladies “Diamond are sThe erbusiness. ToAccounting ic h potaServices wat minute ndw lin g ith a and a s are quick,wefficient thorough with the work they provide us 0 i r n 2 o o a b 5 d t in t1 ou u b sala onok o edother a and are always the end of the phone to help us with b r a co for 80ºC fo bemay any issue we 1 found that they have always ook We chave. t have a d n d a ft. definitely recommend ste us tand sowould awith gone the extra mile l i o r n u or r them to anyone requires accountants.” ur, o howho Rob & Mark, First Class Print Finish Ltd

Call Yvonne on 07894 571579 or Helen on 07984 571789 for an informal chat to discuss your needs, check out our website www.diamondaccountingservices.co.uk or email us at info@diamondaccountingservices.co.uk.

• Pour into theservices 12 cases presstoayour raspberry • Affordability – Our vary and according needs and budget.into each, with the tip to the top. • Bake for about 15 minutes or until firm to touch. • Flexibility – We will work out with you during your FREE initial • Decorate with sprinkle consultation what we canado to help of you.icing sugar.

30 inandaround

inandaround

Feature

....................

Maidstone Horticultural Society

Maidstone Horticultural Society offers members something to enjoy in all aspects of horticulture in a friendly social setting. We currently have around 150 members and there is something for everyone, be it the challenge of the three Shows or the seven interesting Talks and demonstrations by local wellknown experts or the three full day Coach Outings to places of gardening interest in SE England. We also have a Floral Art Group which is happy to welcome new members, hold a Garden Party each summer in a member’s garden and an Annual Dinner when we have a 3 course meal and all of our historic trophies are presented to the winning Show Exhibitors. There are records of many local garden and allotment societies around Maidstone from the 1870s, however, it was in 1935 that the Maidstone Horticultural Society was formed with Sir Garrard Tyyrwhitt-Drake (who was Mayor of Maidstone several times) as President, with many notable Vice-Presidents including Lady Bailey of Leeds Castle. Many valuable trophies were given that are still awarded at today’s shows. During the War the Society closed down and the Committee combined with others to form the Maidstone Wartime Horticultural Committee to encourage food production and finally re-started in 1945. In 1952 one of the committee members became Head Gardener at the Sandringham Estate. In its esteemed past MHS was one of Maidstone’s “institutions” in the “Garden of England” with many skilled gardeners competing in the Shows with their majestic blooms and magnificent vegetables. Much of the old tradition carries on but adapted to changing times, so despite the trend now to smaller gardens, more types of entertainment to compete for our leisure hours and the tendency of the weather to throw extreme conditions at us we still have members who enjoy growing flowers, vegetables and fruit specifically for the shows and others who are happy to enter anything from their garden which happens to be ready at the right time. We have increased interest in our Cookery and Handicraft classes and steady support for the Floral Art competitions. Anyone who is not a member can enter (details from the Show Secretary) even if they are only 3 years old! We have special classes for children with, for example, their decorated biscuit or garden in a seed tray or Sunflower bloom. 8

inandaround

So, do come and support us (next opportunity is next Show) as we try to uphold the traditions of those gardeners of the past and enjoy ourselves socially while celebrating and learning about gardening. Our next Show is Saturday 6 September – in Baptist Church Halls, Knightrider Street 1.30 – 4pm Our next Coach Outing is Sunday 28 September – Waterperry Gardens near Oxford Our next Talks are held in the Baptist Church Hall, Knightrider Street 7.30pm Thursday 2 October - A History of Herbs by Sue Eldridge Thursday 6 November –Winter in the Garden by Steve Bradley (Radio Kent) For further details please contact: Secretary: Carole Dorey 01622 756023 Show Secretary: Christine Goodey 01622 674384

at at

Maidstone Wellness Wellness Centre Centre Maidstone centre for for health health and and isis aa centre healing inin the the Maidstone Maidstone YMCA YMCA healing Osteopathy Osteopathy

ContactGemma Gemmaon: on:01622 01622762802 762802//07593 07593212 212364 364 Contact

Sports Massage Massage Sports

ContactShelly Shellyon: on:07967 07967109638 109638 Contact

Acupuncture Acupuncture

ContactMelanie Melanieon: on:07837 07837637465 637465 Contact

Reflexology Reflexology

ContactUrsula Ursulaon: on:01622 01622746358 746358//07922 07922872634 872634 Contact

Beauty // Massage Massage Beauty

ContactGeorgina: Georgina:07955 07955426511 426511 Contact

MelroseClose, Close,Cripple CrippleStreet, Street,Loose, Loose,ME15 ME156AB 6AB Melrose

www.maidstonewellnesscentre.co.uk www.maidstonewellnesscentre.co.uk

info@maidstonewellnesscentre.co.uk info@maidstonewellnesscentre.co.uk

andaround around ininand

Feature

....................

24 hr Live-in Care Christine says: “Personal Assistants are recruited locally from the South East of the UK and we do criminal record checks on all our new Personal Assistants and take professional references, so we know who we’re taking on. We provide them with thorough training in the work and we then visit them frequently during their assignments to make sure customers are happy and that the service is running smoothly.”

Bluebird Care’s offices in Bromley and Kent are challenging conventional thinking about later life care with their new 24/7 Livein Care service. The offices have firmly established themselves in the area by providing high quality private day care visits and becoming a preferred service for over a 1,000 local families throughout the area. Bluebird Care offers a comprehensive Live-in Care service, providing Personal Assistants to live round the clock in the homes of vulnerable customers permitting an extended period of living at home. Christine Robinson of Bluebird Care, who co-ordinates the service says: “Live in Care provides a bridge between the time when independent living can be achieved with assistance from visiting carers and the time when residential care is unavoidable.” It used to be the case that once day care became insufficient the only alternative was residential care. With all the bad publicity that everyone sees, this is sometimes not a popular choice for customers. The Bluebird Care Live-in Care service provides a really suitable alternative for many people who would previously have been reluctant residential home dwellers. 10 inandaround

The benefits of having a back-up facility with the wider Bluebird Care network (which has more than 170 offices UK wide) so that in the event that a Personal Assistant has to be withdrawn for any reason (say because of illness, or to deal with a crisis in their own families) there will be access to a reliable source of good substitutes at short notice, if necessary. “The round the clock service has proved to be popular with customers. We have had several customers of our day visit service who have trialled Live-in Care as an alternative to residential care and have made the trial permanent” said Christine. The costs are similar but the advantages of “staying home” and maintaining local social networks can make Live-in care an attractive option. The presence of the local Bluebird Care office is a key element to the appeal of the service. Our local offices provide the staff for the supervision process and also the back office resources necessary to comply with employment regulation. “The Taxman” makes it clear that round the clock Personal Assistants cannot be selfemployed. They are either the employee of an agency, or the employee of the person receiving the care. But vulnerable customers rarely want the hassle of being employers, and nor do they want to run the risks of personal accident claims or unpaid taxes - possible if things aren’t done properly. If Bluebird Care manage the service then nobody needs to lose sleep about all that! With places in top quality residential

care in short supply, many families are currently thinking hard about how their senior members can be helped to remain in their homes – which is what most of them want. It seems that Bluebird Care may have some of the answers! Christine Robinson can be reached at christinerobinson@bluebirdcare.co.uk or call your local office for more information call 01622 809528 or email maidstone@bluebirdcare.co.uk

‘From living in a Care Home back to living on her own Home!’ Joan has lived in her own home since she was 14. She has always been independent and likes her routine. A few years ago, Joan suffered some ill health and was admitted to hospital. When it came to discharge, Joan was told that she needed help and so she went into various Nursing Homes before she decided she wanted to move back home…. Joan says, “The people in these homes had dementia and so ‘I didn’t fit in’. I was having to wait for people to help me with my personal care. I had to eat the food they cooked and no one really had the time to keep me company. I really wanted to come home! I’m so used to my own home because I know where everything is and can easily get to what I need. I’ve always loved reading, writing and needle work but now my hands hurt”. “My Social Service Case Manager provided me with a list of companies for me to choose from if I wanted ‘Care at Home’. I interviewed with three different companies and settled with Bluebird Care as they were close to home and seemed to be the friendliest. I met with Graz in my own home and she was very pleasant and efficient and she put the service into place very quickly. I’ve had carers from different backgrounds and of different ages. “I don’t think caring for someone is easy. I don’t think I’d stay with an old woman! (Laughs). We’ve adjusted very quickly to each other and now I know them, I like having the carers in my own home”. “My carers know my routine and I find it beneficial having live-in carers. You have the upper hand in your own home and I’m still independent. I now get 1-2-1 care and everyone looks after my needs. At this stage in my life that’s very important to me.”

“A baby enjoys freedom of movement, relaxation and bonding. They make an easy transition from their early swimming reﬂexes into swimming movements”

“Fun, safe swimming lessons for primary school aged children and all abilities”

07786 194 082

enquiries@babyandtoddlerswim.co.uk www.babyandtoddlerswim.co.uk

enquiries@juniorswim.co.uk www.juniorswim.co.uk

Privately Owned Swimming Pools in Linton and Sutton Valance

JLM Network Services

On-site Computer Repairs

Experienced IT Company Offering: @ PC Repairs, Upgrades, Servicing @ Wired/Wireless Networking @ Virus Removal @ Data Recovery @ Online PC Backup

Contact James now for all your IT needs Tel: 01622 663435 Mob: 07738 422438 sales@maidstonepcrepairs.co.uk www.maidstonepcrepairs.co.uk inandaround

29 1 1

...................

Pottery Painting this Summer in Maidstone made clay items. It is then fired in a kiln and ready for collection in a few days. The glazes which are used are water based and contain no lead or harmful chemicals. You can even paint with your fingers! There is plenty of room at the studio in Starnes Court just off Union Street in Maidstone and some limited free parking. Come and paint a memory this summer.

Pottery Painting is an ideal summer holiday activity for the whole family to enjoy. No experience is necessary. You can paint your own design on a wide range of ready

FLYNN ROOFING SERVICES

FLAT ROOFING SPECIALIST

GUTTERING FASCIAS, UPVC SOFFITS ROOF REPAIRS, INSURANCE WORK HIGH PERFORMANCE FELTS TORCH ON FELTS FIRESTONE RUBBER COVER SYSTEMS DECKING ROOF INSULATION

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL FREE ESTIMATES ALL WORK GUARANTEED 10/15 YRS. FULLY INSURED

01622 750467 or visit www.renaissancecrafts.co.uk. There’s pots of fun for everyone!

S.G. SWIM SCHOOL For non swimmers to advanced in a new 25 metre pool at Sutton Valence. Maximum of 6 non swimmers in a class. Saturdays from 1.30 - 4pm 10 WEEK COURSE - £50

FOR NON SWIMMERS TO Teaching in a professional but ADVANCED. enjoyable manner since 1963 FROM 4 YEARS TO•ADULTS Ballet Hip Hop • Modern • Street • Jazz • Tap • Break Dance

MAIDSTONE 01622 747595

Classes available six days of the week at varoius locations - Allington, Bearsted, Coxheath and Madginford or our two Dance Studios close to the town centre.

pflynn389@btinternet.com

01622 745146 | 07730 797424 For further information call 01622 746835

MOBILE 07889 420574

570 Loose Road, Loose, Maidstone ME15 9UR 12 inandaround

For more details phone Renaissance Crafts on

S.G. SWIM SCHOOL

Pupils taken from 2½ years to Adults. Dance for fun. Dance for fitness or take ISTD examinations

sgswimschool@o2.co.uk www.maidstonedancestudiosltd.co.uk

Feature

....................

Computing for beginners

Lynn Stephen who runs Computing for Beginners has just published her fourth book. This book focuses on the new operating system, Windows 8.1. Due to the many updates which have been released since her previous book, Windows 8 Explained in Plain English, Lynn felt the need to write an updated version covering Windows 8.1. This book is again written in plain English with no jargon to confuse you. There are clear illustrations to help you every step of the way. So if you are new to Windows 8.1 then this is the book for you. The book is priced at £9 and is available direct from Lynn. It is also available on Amazon or can be picked up locally from BEARSTED Computer Solutions at BEARSTED. www.computingforbeginners.co.uk lynn@computingforbeginners.co.uk

Professional tuition in maths & English create individual tutoring programmes, using proven Kip McGrath methods. Ofsted Registered.

Maths Reading English Spelling Comprehension

MAIDSTONE 01622 765332

Call today for a FREE assessment

6 King's Row, Armstrong Rd. Maidstone, ME15 6AQ. kipmcgrath.co.uk 14 inandaround

Established in 1987 your local kitchen and bathroom specialist based in Coxheath 1. Trading Standards approved installers 2. Insurance backed guarantee 3. Free design and quote

CHECK OUT:

www.m-b-k.co.uk

CALL TODAY: COMPUTING One to One Computer iPad Training in 616202 FOR01622 and your own home BEGINNERS

Internet ~ Email ~ Digital Photography and more.. Also Computer and iPad Setup Call Lynn for more details

01622 745654

www.computingforbeginners.co.uk

FLYNN ROOFING SERVICES

FLAT ROOFING SPECIALIST

GUTTERING FASCIAS, UPVC SOFFITS ROOF REPAIRS, INSURANCE WORK HIGH PERFORMANCE FELTS TORCH ON FELTS FIRESTONE RUBBER COVER SYSTEMS DECKING ROOF INSULATION

£10.25

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL FREE ESTIMATES ALL WORK GUARANTEED 10/15 YRS. FULLY INSURED

MAIDSTONE 01622 747595 MOBILE 07889 420574 pflynn389@btinternet.com

570 Loose Road, Loose, Maidstone ME15 9UR ininand andaround around

913

Feature

..................

FAIRVIEW FARM

Bearsted round table

TREE MAINTENANCE & GARDEN SERVICES

Bearsted round table was chartered in 1974 it is a mens club ‘non profit’ organisation for men 18-45 • Lawns Cut and Edged

HEDGE & SHRUB (trimming) we also recently hosted a Black CLEARANCE Tie Ball raising £2000 SEASONED LOGS SUPPLIED for crossroads FULLY INSURED - City & Guilds NPTC qualified young carers. And in September we 743428 / 07817 517733 01622 are climbing 3Fairview Farm, Linton Road, Loose, Maidstone, Kent mountains in 24hrs.

TREE SURGERY (crown reduction, felling, pruning) MOWING (lawns)

• Hedge Cutting

In recent years round table has been • Fence / Shed considered an oldPainting mans club and the •numbers Gardenthrough Clearance out clubs in the UK have • General Around Your Garden been on theHelp decline.

• All Waste Removed If Required

Bearsted Round Table however currently on the way up. We currently have 6 members under 30 and Call Neil on 07871 088119 we have had recent membership enquiries via our websiteor 01622 744511

Email: At the end ofinfo@thebigmow.co.uk this month we could be back in double figures! In November the lads collect in • Full Liability Insurance London for Children In Need with Pudsey and • Waste Transfer £5000 Licence won an award for collecting

R&LGardenServices

We are experiencing interest from people that have moved to theReliable, area for Family work. Run Garden Maintenance Services If you are new to the area it’s a great way to meet a newGarden group of Tidy matesUps and get yourself Cutting out the ~ Hedge house it could be a pint at the local, go karting Lawn Cutting ~ Patio Cleaning ~ Fencing or even Climbing a mountain! Contact us:

General Garden Maintenance

Telephone: 07739 308493 Please call for a free quote Email: membership@bearstedrt.co.uk Fully Web: www.bearstedrt.co.uk Insured

01622 751089 07762 182541

CARPENTER Pest Control/ BUILDER ESTABLISHED YEARS Pest Purge30Ltd For all your pest problems

ACE

M.O.T. & Clutch Centre

Vehicle Maintenance, Service & M.O.T

Loft conversions Wasps, Rats, Mice, Squirrels, Cam Belt Kits Supplied & Fitted Extensions Fox, Rabbits, Bedbugs, Fleas, Broken Belt Damage Repaired Property Including - Doors, Windows, Ants Maintenance and Birds All Makes, Petrol & Diesel Roofs, Flooring, Soffits & Fascias etc. Same day support

OPEN Mon - Fri.

8.00 - 5.30

www.pestpurge.co.uk Sat 8.00RATES - 12.30 EXPERIENCED CRAFTSMANSHIP AT COMPETITIVE M.O.T. only Sun 9.00 - 12.00 Call 01622 842481 For a FREE estimate please callRoad, Geoff Brown Or 736 London Larkfield, Kent. ME20 6BG 07758 615101 PHONE 01622 859703

MOBILE

16 inandaround 14 inandaround

Tel: 01732 870368 07941 105133 inandaround

Audley Care. For care that’s wrapped around you.

You may just want: A hand with cleaning, ironing and preparing meals Long term, short term or emergency care A little help and company whilst recovering from illness Assistance with getting up and going to bed, whatever the time Someone to go shopping with you, for you, or collect prescriptions A little companionship or someone to accompany you to appointments

Everyone has differing care needs – you can have as little or as much as you want – our homecare is tailored around your needs.

• • • • • •

Remember you don’t have to change your routine just to make things easier for us. It’s the other way around.

01622 633101

For confidential and completely free advice call Maidstone:

www.audleycare.co.uk

inandaround

Feature

....................

Changes to Child Maintenance rather than use the CMS if this is possible. For those that opt to use the CMS there will be an initial ÂŁ20 application fee, which was implemented on the 30th June 2014.

The Child Support Agency, (CSA), is closing down and will be replaced with the Child Maintenance Service, (CMS). The CMS will use information directly from HMRC to assess the income of the paying parent. Once the rate has been calculated the CMS will then check their records every year with the HMRC to ensure that their assessment is still correct. Over the course of the next few years all cases currently with the CSA will be closed. This will mean that parents who currently use the CSA will be given 6 months notice that their cases will close and they will have the option then to apply to the CMS should they still require assistance setting up and/or collecting maintenance. All new applications will be processed by the CMS and all parents will initially be told to contact Child Maintenance Options to get the process started in the way that best fits their circumstances. Parents currently using the CSA and/or new parents looking to make an application will be encouraged to start up family-based arrangements

16 inandaround

As from the 11th August 2014, in addition to the initial application fee, the CMS will also charge both the paying parent and the receiving parent if they are unable to enter into a family-based arrangement with one another and instruct the CMS to use the Collect and Pay Service. The paying parent will have to pay 20% on top of the usual child maintenance amount to the CMS and the receiving parent will have to pay 4% of the amount they are eligible to receive to the CMS, (this will be deducted from the child maintenance by the CMS before it is paid out to the receiving parent). The emphasis for parents really is on them reaching amicable agreements with one another so as to avoid both delays and fees. If you are encountering difficulties with child maintenance and/or are concerned about the changes to the system and how they may affect you then contact one of our specialist family solicitors who will be able to discuss your matter with you in a confidential environment and provide you with all the information and advice you need. Gail Brooks is a solicitor at Gullands and can be reached at

g.brooks@gullands.com 01622 689700 www.gullands.com

ld e t

e ent

ly.

his d

Windows 8.1. Due to the many updates which have been released since her previous book, Windows 8 Explained in Plain English, Lynn felt the need to write an updated version covering Windows 8.1. This book is again written in plain English with no PROBLEMS WITH THE TAX T AX A MAN? jargon to confuse you. There are clear illustrations to help you every step of the way. So if you are new to Windows 8.1 then this is the book for you. VAT, PAYE, CIS AND ALL TAX REFUNDS The book is priced at £9 and is available direct Tax Returns from Lynn. Self It is Employed/Child also availableBenefit on Amazon or can be picked up locally from BEARSTED All accounting problemsComputer Solutions at BEARSTED. I CAN SORT THEM OUT! www.computingforbeginners.co.uk Employment versus self-employment considerations lynn@computingforbeginners.co.uk Limited Companies - formation and advice

iirree H t t oa B B e l l AAlllingtton BBeel

Corporation Tax ~ Reasonable Rates

ng umbi COMPUTING All Pl • No Job One to One Computer Worko Small and iPad Training in o T FOR your own home BEGINNERS Est. over 25 years ess sin u B ly mi Fa

Internet ~ Email ~ Digital Photography and more.. Also Computer and iPad Setup • Bathroom & Shower Installations • Disability Adaptations Call Lynn for more details

01622 745654

• Hot Water Cylinders

• Burst Pipes www.computingforbeginners.co.uk • Power Flushing

• Additional Radiatiors

Please ring for an informal and friendly initial consultation.

• Tiling Service

Self drive day boats accounts.nichols@virgin.net on the river Medway 01622 745629

Decorating & Plastering Services

MIKE NICHOLS - CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT F.C.A F.C.I.S

A B MOYLER • Interior & Exterior Work • Free Estimates & Advice • Affordable Rates • Local Tradesman • City & Guilds Qualified

PLUMBING & HEATING

www.mdnicholsaccountants.co.uk Call 01622 661064

or 07763242701 www.allingtonbelle.co.uk

TCall 01622 863771 M 07976 298 296 Andrew on 01622 745924 abmoylerplumbing@talktalk.net Mobile 07769 154656

Fords wharf marine Allington Maidstone Kent ME16 0BP inandaround

34 Norrington Road, Loose No callout charge • Free estimate

22/06/2014 07:44

P TOW E T

er t.

We buy & sell anything • Road Traffic Offences • Company and sh Paid Commercial LawMaidstone West Station • Health and Safety CaSame Daey Servic Prosecutions • Construction Law • Accident Claims T&C’s Apply • Employment Lawwww.steptows.co.uk • Medical Negligence • Wills, Estates and Tax Planning • Landlord and Tenant • Conveyancing • Dispute Resolution 22/06/2014 • Divorce and Family • Licensing • Criminal Law • Notarial Services

01622 675252

14 inandaround

IAAK July 14 final to print.indd 14

Tel: 01622 689790 www.gullands.com 16 Mill Street, Maidstone, Kent ME15 6XT Email: mailbox@gullands.com inand andaround around in

17 21

07:44

FLYNN ROOFING SERVICES ETHOS

15 Starnes Starnes rn Court, Court, 15 rn FLAT ROOFING SPECIALIST offff Union Union io Street Street off io GUTTERINGMaidstone FASCIAS, UPVC SOFFITS Maidstone ds ds ROOF REPAIRS, INSURANCE WORK ce to to buy buy F Fairtrade airtradeFELTS fo food ood ods od ds, s,, The best best place foods, HIGH PERFORMANCE ce fo food o ods d ss, The place foods, ally friendly hous household environmentally ally friendly hous household environmentally TORCH ON FELTS products & &F Fairtrade airtrade crafts. crafts. Ethos Ethos also also products FIRESTONE RUBBER COVER SYSTEMS offers a a range range of of organic organic foods foods & & other other offers DECKING ROOF INSULATION environmentally friendly products. environmentally friendly products.

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL There is is also also a a refill refill station station for for There FREE ESTIMATES cleaning products! The majority of cleaning products! The majority of items are also suitable for vegans ALLareWORK GUARANTEED items also suitable for vegans or vegetarians. vegetarians. or 10/15 YRS. FULLY INSURED

For non non swimmers swimmers to to advanced advanced in in aa new new 25 25 metre metre For pool at at Sutton Sutton Valence. Valence. Maximum Maximum of of 66 non non -pool swimmers in in aa class. class. Saturdays Saturdays from from 1.30 1.30 -- 4pm 4pm swimmers 10 WEEK WEEK COURSE COURSE -- £50 £50 10

FOR NON SWIMMERS TO Teaching in a professional but ADVANCED. enjoyable manner since 1963 FROM 4 YEARS TO •ADULTS Ballet Hip Hop • Modern • Street • Jazz • Tap • Break Dance

MAIDSTONE 01622 747595

Classes available six days of the week at varoius locations - Allington, Bearsted, Coxheath and Madginford or our two Dance Studios close to the town centre.

pflynn389@btinternet.com

01622 745146 07730 797424 For further information| call 01622 746835

ethos Maidstone Maidstone ethos email: ethosmaidstone@gmail.com ethosmaidstone@gmail.com email: www.ethosmaidstone.wordpress.com www.ethosmaidstone.wordpress.com

MOBILE 07889 420574

570 Loose Road, Loose, Maidstone ME15 9UR

in and around inand andaround around 18 12 in 18

S.G. SWIM SWIM SCHOOL SCHOOL S.G.

S.G. SWIM SCHOOL

Pupils taken from 2½ years to Adults. Dance for fun. Dance for fitness or take ISTD examinations

sgswimschool@o2.co.uk www.maidstonedancestudiosltd.co.uk sgswimschool@o2.co.uk

Audley Mote House Bistro* Bistro Opening Times Open Daily 8am – 8pm Enjoy the tranquil parkland views whilst making your selection from a variety of freshly cooked dishes, light bites and a selection of cakes and pastries. Afte rnoon Tea served between 2.30pm – 5pm £12.95 per person (booking essential)

*Age Restriction 55+

Call us on 01622 633215

Email at: moteclub@audleyretirement.co.uk Audley Mote House, Mote Park, Nr Bearsted, Kent

www.audleyretirement.co.uk

inandaround inandaround

19 19

Feature

..................... ...................

Wasp andround Hornettable season hotting up Bearsted Bearsted round table was chartered in 1974 it is a mens club ‘non profit’ organisation for men 18-45 In recent years round table has been considered an old mans club and the numbers through out clubs in the UK have been on the decline. Once again we are however startingcurrently to see wasps Bearsted Round Table on the way and hornets flying around, going up. We currently have 6 members underabout 30 and their business, nest making, enquiries pollinating we have had recent membership via and catching other insects. our website At this want monthtowe be our backBBQ’s, in All the fineend untilofthey joincould in with double figures! In November the sausages lads collect in jugs the smell of sweet relish, cooked and London for Children In Need withyellow Pudsey and of Pims are all fair game for our and black won an award jacketed friends.forTocollecting minimise £5000 any party disruption, keep an eye out for insects that keep coming and

NEIL SHORTER

General Building & Maintenance

Pest Control

For all your building requirements

All types ofLtd internal Pest Purge and external building &

For all your pest problems general maintenance

undertaken with a friendly, reliable service Wasps, Rats, Mice, Squirrels, Fox,Extensions Rabbits, Bedbugs, Fleas, Patios ~ Brickwork Ants and Birds Block Paving Driveways ~ Fencing Garden Projects Same day support

www.pestpurge.co.uk

Call 01622 842481 Or For FREE no obligation quotations 07758 contact615101 Neil on 07759 661255 or 01622 743391

17 Halstow Close, Loose, Maidstone, Kent ME15 9XA 20 inandaround

going from any potential nest sites. Likely spots are log piles, garden sheds, holes in the ground, up we also recently high under the guttering, in facias and soffits under hosted a Black Tie tiles and inside your loft space. Ball raising £2000 for crossroads Reactions to stings vary…the earliest recorded young carers. And death from a fatal wasp sting was King Menes of in September we Egypt in about 3000 BC. I got stung by a hornet are climbing 3 a few years ago and it was painful! Death from mountains in 24hrs. wasp stings is rapid, 66% of susceptible victims die within one hour ofinterest being stung. There are 1 We are experiencing from people that 1have species found in the UK. A nest found at the end moved to the area for work. of the summer may have over 20,000 wasps living Ifinyou are new to the area it’s a as great way to meet it. They become problematic peak worker a new group of mates at and yourself outand thethe numbers are reached thisget time of year house could on be fermenting a pint at the local, go will karting wasps,itdrunk fallen fruit, be or even Climbingand a mountain! us: more aggressive more of aContact nuisance. Telephone: 07739 308493 To avoid unwelcome fatalities or abandoned Email: membership@bearstedrt.co.uk BBQ’s call Pest Purge for a same day extermination Web: servicewww.bearstedrt.co.uk 01622 842481.

BEARSTED COMPUTER SOLUTIONS

ACE

... solving your computer problems

Fixed Price Computer Health Check* for only £55

M.O.T. & Clutch Centre

*Inc. Virus & spyware removal, updates downloaded & a service.

Vehicle New Maintenance, Service & M.O.T Pcs • Accessories • Repairs • Windows 7

Belt- FriKits Supplied Open 9Cam - 5.30 Mon 3 The Parade, Bearsted Green

& Fitted 01622 737335 Broken Belt Damage Repaired All Makes, Petrol & Diesel

OPEN Mon - Fri. Sat M.O.T. only Sun

8.00 - 5.30 8.00 - 12.30 9.00 - 12.00

736 London Road, Larkfield, Kent. ME20 6BG

Tel: 01732 870368 inandaround

bing umNEIL All Pl • N o Job SHORTER rk mall o W General Building & Maintenance Too S

Building &Health Maintenance FixedGeneral Price Computer

Check* forbuilding only £55 For all your requirements internal and external building & New Pcs • Accessories general maintenance • Repairs • Windows 7 undertaken with a friendly, reliable service

and external building & undertaken with a

• Hot Water Cylinders friendly, reliable service

Open 9 - 5.30 Mon - Fri Extensions 3 The Parade, Bearsted Green

• BurstExtensions Pipes

01622 737335

Patios ~ Brickwork Block Paving Driveways ~ Fencing Garden Projects

• Power PatiosFlushing ~ Brickwork

BlockRadiatiors Paving • Additional ~ Fencing • Driveways Tiling Service Garden Projects

A B MOYLER

PLUMBING & HEATING T 01622 863771 M 07976 298 296 For FREE no obligation quotations

For FREE no obligation quotations contact Neil on 07759 661255 or 01622 743391

contact Neil on abmoylerplumbing@talktalk.net 07759 661255 or 01622 743391

17 Halstow Close, Loose, Maidstone, Kent ME15 9XA

callout charge • Free estimate 17 Halstow No Close, Loose, Maidstone, Kent ME15 9XA

• Company and Commercial Law • Construction Law • Employment Law • Wills, Estates and Tax Planning • Conveyancing • Divorce and Family • Criminal Law

• Road Traffic Offences • Health and Safety Prosecutions • Accident Claims • Medical Negligence • Landlord and Tenant • Dispute Resolution • Licensing • Notarial Services

Tel: 01622 689790 www.gullands.com 16 Mill Street, Maidstone, Kent ME15 6XT Email: mailbox@gullands.com 8

inandaround

...

*Inc. Virus & spyware removal, updates All types of downloaded & a service.

• Bathroom & Shower Installations general maintenance

... solving yourNEIL computerSHORTER problems

Est. over 25 years ess ForBuall sin your building requirements ly mi Fa All types of internal

• Disability Adaptations

BEARSTED COMPUTER SOLUTIONS

inandaround

Op 3T

Domestic Cleaning We Clean So You Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Have To!

Competitive Pricing, Fully Insured, Reliable, Professional, Trustworthy

Available to do:

Household Cleans, End of Tenancy Cleans, New Builds

JR BUILDING SERVICES GENERAL BUILDING & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Extensions, Brickwork, Patios, Kitchens and Bathrooms

Call us today!

01622 880028 Office: Hollingbourne Maidstone Kent

www.phynixcleaning.co.uk

22 inandaround

Tel: 01622 891032 Mob: 07729 538972 www.jr-buildingservices.co.uk

Loose Footpaths Walks 2nd August at 10am Meet at Bodiam Castle NT car park (GR: TQ783254). Non –NT members will incur a parking fee. A 9½ mile circular walk via Salehurst. Lunch stop at The Salehurst Halt (GR: TQ748242) or bring picnic. Details from walk leader on: 01622 743944 Assistance dogs only Annual Fruit,Flower & Vegetable Show 9th August hosted by The Loose Gardeners Society will be held on Saturday 9th August on the allotment site at the top of Old Loose Hill - opposite the Post Office. Visitors welcomed - entrance 50p- no charge for accompanied children” Loose Valley Wives Group At the Annual General Meeting held in July Mrs. Shirley Collier agreed to remain as leader for the forthcoming year. During the past 12 months we raised £534.26 for the Kent Air Ambulance which was our charity for the year. There will be no meetings in August and we resume in September with a new programme. AylesARA will be holding their monthly meeting on Thurs 28th August 2pm at Aylesford Community Centre. As this is our summer meeting there will not be a speaker but time for social time together and to try your hand at a game of Bingo. There is also chance to discover what trips etc. interest groups and social events are planned for the autumn period. If you are

55+ with time to spare and would like to explore new friendships/interests then why not come along and find out what is available. If you would like any further information please contact Wayne on 01622 710734 Aylesford & Eccles WI will be holding their meeting on Wed 27th Aug at 7.30p.m. in the Brassey Rooms, Station Road,Aylesford. There will be a talk about Vinters Park Nature Reserve - a chance to learn about facities close to home that we may not be aware of. There is also the usual social time and chance to make new friends. If you would like to find out what your local WI is uo to and would like the chance to make new friends please come along and join us. No obligation to join at your first visits. If you would like more information please contact Eileen on 01622 725205. The Bells, The Bells held at St Peter & St Pauls Church, Aylesford. Now’s your chance to get answers to your questions about bell ringing! Aylesford Ringers, both tower bells and handbells, are having an open morning on August 9th from 10am to 12 noon. So come and see the ringers in action and, if you like, have a go yourself. Whether you are 8 or 80, we’ll be delighted to see you and it’s FREE. If you would like to include your local event, group or notice - please email Sarah at info@inandaroundkent.co.uk. This is a FREE service for local non profit making organisations

inandaround

...................

A Unique Social Enterprise

Kelly’s Charity Events, part of the Kelly’s Family, the UK specialists in storage, have something quite special to share. Their concept is original and their hope is that other like minded businesses will jump on the band wagon and copy their lateral thinking. Kelly’s Charity Events pay for and organise exceptional sporting events that provide huge fund raising opportunities for local charities with whom they build long lasting relationships and who receive 100% of all money received. The first event in 2010 made £30,000 for the charity concerned and since then they have raised over £180,000 for different charities. Director Moira Martin and her husband, David Martin, owner of Kelly’s, started these charity events five years ago to help make a difference in the community. David said ‘We see Kelly’s Charity Events as an innovative model of how a business can grow profitably by helping their community and simultaneously creating a fun and inspirational workplace for their staff.’ Kelly’s Mobile Storage offers a unique self storage service, bringing containers to your home. Document storage is a major part of the business. In 2013 Kelly’s won an accolade from The Sunday Times being in the top 50 of the 100 best small businesses to work for. Their pro-active and fun-loving work force embraces the fact that the company they work for supports local, worthy charities.

This year’s event in the Kent area takes place for the first time in Shorne Woods and will also for the first time raise money for two charities, rather than one, who work closely together. The original recipient of our events in Joyden’s Wood, was the Parents Consortium. They are a small but highly regarded support agency providing a range or service and activities to families of disabled children and young people. The newest charity chYps, Children’s Hospice at Home, supports terminally ill children, young people and their families within their own homes. With many of the children in their care also attending the Parents Consortium after school and summer holiday clubs. The dual partnership is a great collaboration of strength and pro-active fundraising whilst being a tremendous support to their local community. At Shorne Woods, with 10k and 5k runs and walks, plus a children’s event, it’s lots of fun while you run! The runs and walks are professionally organised and offer superb routes to test the fittest and fastest of runners whilst remaining safe for those less experienced with off road running. Kelly’s Charity Events are designed to be family friendly affairs and the brilliant atmosphere is always commented on by those who attend. With entertaining activities, refreshments and on site parking, it will be a great day out for the family. NEXT EVENT Venue: Shorne Woods Sunday 21st Sept To register visit: www.kellystore.org

FAIRVIEW FARM

TREE MAINTENANCE & GARDEN SERVICES (crown reduction, reduction, felling, felling, pruning) pruning) TREE SURGERY (crown MOWING (lawns) (lawns) (trimming) HEDGE & SHRUB (trimming) CLEARANCE

• • • • • •

Lawns Cut and Edged Hedge Cutting Fence / Shed Painting Garden Clearance General Help Around Your Garden All Waste Removed If Required

Call Neil on 07871 088119 or 01622 744511 Email: info@thebigmow.co.uk • Full Liability Insurance • Waste Transfer Licence 24 inandaround

SEASONED LOGS SUPPLIED FULLY INSURED - City & Guilds NPTC qualified

01622 743428 / 07817 517733

Fairview Farm, Farm, Linton Linton Road, Road, Loose, Loose, Maidstone, Maidstone, Kent Kent Fairview

R&LGardenServices Reliable, Family Run Garden Maintenance Services

Garden Tidy Ups ~ Hedge Cutting Lawn Cutting ~ Patio Cleaning ~ Fencing General Garden Maintenance Please call for a free quote

01622 751089 07762 182541

Fully Insured

Feature

.....................

POOL Bearsted roundCARE table Bearsted round table was chartered in 1974 it is a mens club ‘non profit’ organisation for men 18-45

we also recently hosted a Black Tie Ball raising £2000 for crossroads young carers. And in September we are climbing 3 mountains in 24hrs.

In recent years round table has been considered an old mans club and the numbers through out clubs in the UK have Pool Repairs & Relines Pool & Hot Tub Chemicals Supplied been on the decline. We are experiencing interest from people that have DIY Self Build Service Pump Repairs & Replacements moved to the area for work. Bearsted Round Table however currently on the way Filter & Sand Changes Heating Repairs Oil, Gas & LPG Replacements If you are new to the area it’s a great way to meet up. We currently have 6 members under 30 and Hot Tubs Sales & Repairs Summerise & Winterise a new groupServices of mates and get yourself out the we have had recent membership enquiries via house it could be a pint at the local, go karting Solar & Winter Covers Pool Maintenance our website even Climbing mountain! Contact Chemicals available available at at Woodstock Woodstock Garden Garden Centre, Centre, or Hermitage Lanea,, Maidstone Maidstone ME16us: 9NT Chemicals Hermitage Lane ,, ME16 9NT At the end of this month we could be back in Telephone: 07739 308493 double figures! In November the lads collect in Email: membership@bearstedrt.co.uk London for Children In Need with Pudsey and Web: www.bearstedrt.co.uk won an award for collecting £5000

Call 01622 676790

11 Tovil Green Business Park, Burial Ground Lane. ME15 6TA

TANTONS TREE Pest Control SURGEONS Your Local Tree Experts Pest Purge Ltd

For all your pest problems Fully qualified & experienced in all aspects of Tree Surgery StumpSquirrels, Grinding Wasps, Rats, & Mice,

Fox, Rabbits, Bedbugs, Fleas,

Site clearance - Log Wood - Fully Insured Ants and Birds

For a Quote or advice Please Telephone Same day support

www.pestpurge.co.uk

01622Call 630 312842481 01622 Or 07788 971 900 07758 615101

www.tantonstreesurgeons.co.uk

ACE

M.O.T. & Clutch Centre

Diagnostics •• Fault Fault Code Code Reading Reading •• Servicing Servicing and and Diagnostics General Repairs Repairs •• MOT MOT •• Air Air Conditioning Conditioning •• General Clutches Brakes Timing Belt Replacement Replacement and Repair Repair •• Brakes Timing Belt and •• Clutches Vehicle Maintenance, Service & M.O.T

01622 817755

07544 600619

www.edsgarageservices.co.uk

CamE.D.S Belt Kits Supplied & Fitted E.D.S Garage Services Garage Services Broken Belt Damage Repaired All Makes, Petrol & Diesel

Shingle Barn, Barn, Smiths Smiths Hill, Hill, West West Farleigh, Farleigh, Maidstone, Maidstone, ME15 ME15 0PH 0PH Shingle

OPEN Mon -DOOR Fri. 8.00 - 5.30 GARAGE ASSOCIATES Sat - 12.30 All makes makes of garage garage doors doors8.00 supplied, installed, All of supplied, installed, M.O.T.repaired, only Sun - 12.00 repaired, automated9.00 and spares spares automated and Free -- no no obligation obligation estimate estimate Free 736 London Road, Larkfield, Kent. ME20 6BG 01634 244452 244452 ~~ 01622 01622 685850 685850 01634

01795 45901 4590111 ~~ 01732 01732 590085 590085 01795 Showroom at at Holborough Holborough Road, Road, Snodland Snodland Showroom www.garagedoors4you.co.uk www.garagedoors4you.co.uk

Tel: 01732 870368 in inand andaround around

25 17 25

At zeroth clinical exercise centre, those with medical conditions or weight issues will be helped improve their quality of life through exercise programmes and dietary advice. Conditions include:✓ Cardiovascular diseases and strokes ✓ Neurological conditions, MS, Parkinsons, traumatic brain injury ✓ Arthritis, ✓ Diabetes ✓ Obesity ✓ Depression and anxiety ✓ Post natal exercise ✓ Nutritional assessments

Soft Furnishings

Miriam

One to one and group sessions are available. Subsidized Weight management programes include GO FOR IT - for families with children aged 5-17 Weight for life - for adults

DESIGN, ADVICE & FABRICS CURTAINS, BLINDS & CUSHIONS

07887 844473 Zeroth Clinical Exercise Centre www.softfurnishingsbymiriam.co.uk Boughton Lane, Maidstone, ME15 9QF

01622 749 564 zerothexercise.com For all your Plumbing & Heating requirements.

crossword solution

With over 30 years of experience

07855 819780 01622 695965

Plumbing & Heating Services e! fe t u o l o to al bs l! C jo l a o N No sm 26 inandaround

42 inandaround

Local Events speak to experts, and discover the wonderful wild flowers we have in the nature park. Free entry, but donations welcome. Booking is essential. 10am-3pm. T: 662012

9th - August - 1st November

Teddy Bear Story - Maidstone Museum An exhibition from the V&A Museum of Childhood, looks at the history of the world’s most popular toy. Featuring nearly 100 teddy bears, including many rare and diverse examples, as well as teddies from books, films and television programmes.

11th - 16th August 1st August – 2nd September

Summer Fun at the Farm! The Hop Farm, Treat the kids to some extra special fun at The Hop Farm Family Park this summer! We have all the popular attractions including bumper jungle boats, outdoor adventure play area, 4D cinema, indoor soft play. And NEW features including the MEGABLASTER arena and new arrivals in Hopper’s Animal World – MEERKATS and baby OSTRICHES! FREE entry for adults and children. www.hopfarm.co.uk / 01622872068

2nd August

Lounge on the Farm 2014 Lounge on the Farm is Canterbury’s biggest music festival. Acts include Fun Lovin’ Criminals, Peter Hook and The Light, DJ Yoda, Courtney Pine and more. Local bands including Coco and the Butterfields and The Intermission Project. Plus comedy and theatre performers, local produce and interesting food and drink. For younger children there is Little Lounge - a kid friendly area with entertainment. loungeonthefarm.co.uk

6th & 27th August

Kent Kids Party Time Oakwood House host a summer party full of fun with ‘Kent Kids Party Time’ entertaining all the children at this great event for all ages. DJ with Dancing & Party Games, Bouncy Castle, Buffet Lunch, Face Painting, Fancy Dress optional. £10 per child aged 3 -16, 2 and Under go free. Parents come free, special lunch deals in our Courtyard Bar. 11am - 2.00pm.

8th August

The Tyland BioBlitz - Tyland Barn Watch birds from our hide, catch some bugs or beetles,

James and the Giant Peach - Hazlitt Weeklong workshop with a professional director in producing a unique version of this delightful tale. Open to any children aged from 6 – 10yrs in primary school education. Workshops 10.30am-3.30pm. £85. Performance Sat 15th August 3pm. Tickets; £5.

17th August

Open Air Theatre Performance of The Jungle Book Belmont House and Gardens this summer to see the Chapterhouse Theatre Company perform The Jungle Book. Enjoy a picnic in our beautiful walled farden with your friends and family. www.belmont-house.org

23rd August

Open Air Cinema: ‘Grease’ Luna Open Air Cinema brings ‘Grease’ to Whatman Park. Refreshments available on site or bring your own picnic. Doors open 7pm, performance starts 8.30pm. Tickets: £13.50 Children (5-15) £9. Premium Tickets £23.50. thelunacinema.com

25th August

Family Turn up ‘n’ drive Karting Buckmore Park has a variety of circuits for ‘Turn up ‘n’ Drive’ karting for ages 4+ (including adults). Don’t miss out on the Family Day on Bank Holiday Monday 25th August when all of the family can enjoy the thrill of karting.

31st August

Mr Zenn - Soul, Rock Ska & Pop Local 6 piece band Mr Zenn playing Soul, Rock, Ska and Pop at The Walnut Tree, Loose. in the beer garden from 4 - 7pm. mrzenn.co.uk inandaround

MONGERS GARAGE LTD Est. 40 40 years years Est.

Why Not Try us For All Your Motoring Needs? As Professionals in the Trade We Offer: Full Diagnostic Services Servicing and General Repairs Brakes • Exhausts • Clutches Tyres • Four Wheel Alignment

YMCA Pre-School

Do Your Shopping While We Fix Your Car So Why Not Pop In Or Give Us a Call On

www.jandccreations.co.uk

01622 751258

Warehouse Open Mon - Fri 10am - 3pm

mongers@xln.co.uk www.mongersgarage.co.uk 77 King Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1BG

BRAND NEW Storage Furniture In Stock

Unit 20 20 Palace Palace Industrial Industrial Estate, Estate, Bircholt Bircholt Road, Road, Unit Parkwood Industrial Industrial Estate, Estate, Maidstone, Maidstone, Kent Kent ME15 ME15 9XT 9XT Parkwood Tel: 01622 01622 862302 862302 // 07889 07889 041416 041416 Tel:

E-mail: enquiries@jandccreations.co.uk enquiries@jandccreations.co.uk E-mail:

“A Parkes Construction offers a free estimate and advice service. All our work is fully insured and guaranteed.”

For extensions, renovations or maintenance call APC A. Parkes Construction Ltd

For more information on the wide range of services we provide, why not visit our website www.apcconstruction.co.uk

Tel: 01622 765698 Mobile: 07785 924497 120 Loose Road, Maidstone, Kent ME15 7UB inand andaround around 28 in 28

.......... ...... ....... ..................... ................. .................. .... ..............

Classfieds Classfieds Classfieds Classfieds

AP DECORATORS POOL CARE Reliable & cost effective service to repair - DISHWASHERS

- TUMBLE DRYERS - ELECTRIC COOKERS - FRIDGES & FREEZERS - WASHING MACHINES

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

City & Guilds Male & Female Decorators Interior & Exterior Work Friendly Professional Service

Est. 22 years

Fully Insured

FREE ESTIMATES & ADVICE ANDY 01622 749676 07973 525522 JACKIE 07878 110934

24 Copper Tree Court Loose Maidstone ME15 9RW

All repairs carried out by qualified engineer with over 25 years of experience, every repair is fully guaranteed Reliable Reliable & & cost cost effective effective Reliable &Pool costto effective Pool Repairs & Relines &repair Hot Tub Chemicals Supplied service service to repair Alltype Property Maintenance Reliable & cost effective service to repair Reliable & cost effective service to repair DIY Self Service Pump Repairs & Replacements All Build Carpentry & Maintenance DOMESTIC DOMESTIC & & COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL service to repair -- DISHWASHERS DISHWASHERS Work Undertaken Including: DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL Filter & Sand Changes Heating Repairs Oil, Gas & LPG Replacements Artex Skimmed Over DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL - DISHWASHERS - DISHWASHERS Est. City & Est. 22 22 years years City & Guilds Guilds --Bathroom TUMBLE DRYERS TUMBLE DRYERS Kitchen Fitting Bedroom Fitting Fitting DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL Hot Tubs Sales & Repairs- TUMBLE Summerise Est. 22 years - DISHWASHERS City &Services Guilds Overboarding DRYERS& Winterise Male & Female Decorators Male & Female Decorators Est. 22 years City & Guilds - Doors TUMBLE DRYERS Tiling Floor & Walls - Windows, & Floors -- ELECTRIC COOKERS ELECTRIC COOKERS Male City && Female Decorators Interior Exterior Work Est. 22 years & Guilds Interior & Exterior Work Solar & Winter Covers Pool COOKERS Maintenance - TUMBLE DRYERS - ELECTRIC Decking & Fencing Male & Female Decorators Insurance Work - ELECTRIC COOKERS -- FRIDGES & FRIDGES & FREEZERS FREEZERS Interior & Exterior Work Friendly Professional Service Insured Fully Insured Friendly Professional Service Fully Male & Female Decorators Chemicals available at Woodstock Garden Centre, Hermitage Lane , Maidstone , ME16 9NT Interior & Exterior Work - ELECTRIC COOKERS - FRIDGES & FREEZERS Friendly Professional Service Fully Insured Reliable & Efficient Service, Fully Insured. All FREE aspects of plastering catered for -WASHING FRIDGES &MACHINES FREEZERS -- WASHING MACHINES Interior & Exterior Work Friendly Professional Service Fully Insured ESTIMATES & FREE ESTIMATES & ADVICE ADVICE FRIDGES & FREEZERS - WASHING MACHINES For a Free No Obligation Quotation FREE ESTIMATES & ADVICE Fully Insured Friendly Professional Service 24 Tree 24 Copper Copper Tree Court Court - WASHING MACHINES ANDY 749676 ANDY 01622 749676 FREE ESTIMATES & 01622 ADVICE No job too small Loose Loose 24 Copper Tree Court - WASHING ANDY 01622 749676 All engineer with All repairs repairs carried carried out out by by qualified qualified engineerMACHINES with over over FREE ESTIMATES & ADVICE 07973 525522 07973 525522 24 Copper Tree Court ANDY 01622 749676 Maidstone 01622 747143 or 07716 787271 Maidstone Loose Allyears repairs carried out by qualified engineer with over 07973 525522 Loose 25 of experience, every repair is fully guaranteed 25 years of experience, every repair is fully guaranteed 24 Copper Tree Court ME15 9RW 07878 110934 ME15 9RW JACKIE 07878 110934 All repairs carried11 outTovil by qualified engineer with over Park, Maidstone ANDY 01622 749676 07973 525522 Green Business Burial GroundJACKIE Lane. ME15 6TA Maidstone 25 years of experience, every repair is fully guaranteed 01622 07957 501469 Loose Email: tonyfridd69@gmail.com ME15 9RW 687406 /JACKIE 07878 110934 Allyears repairs out by qualified with over 25 of carried experience, every repairengineer is fully guaranteed 07973 525522 ME15 9RW JACKIE 07878 110934 Maidstone 25 years of experience, every repair is fully guaranteed Alltype Property Maintenance Alltype Property Maintenance ME15 9RW JACKIE 07878 110934

AP DECORATORS H. Plastering APPreece DECORATORS AP DECORATORS AP DECORATORS

Call 01622 676790

Alltype Property Property Maintenance Maintenance Alltype All All Carpentry Carpentry & & Maintenance Maintenance Alltype Property Maintenance All Carpentry & Maintenance Work Undertaken Including:

TANTONS TREE SURGEONS

Work Undertaken Including: All Carpentry & Maintenance Work Undertaken Including: All Carpentry & Maintenance Work Kitchen Bedroom -- Bathroom Kitchen Fitting Fitting --Undertaken Bedroom Fitting FittingIncluding: Bathroom Fitting Fitting Work Undertaken Including: Kitchen Fitting Bedroom Fitting - Bathroom Fitting Tiling & -- Windows, Tiling Floor Floor & -Walls Walls Windows, Doors & & Floors Floors Kitchen Fitting Bedroom Fitting - Doors Bathroom Fitting Tiling Floor & Walls Windows, Doors & Floors & Fencing Decking &Fitting Fencing Kitchen Fitting Bedroom - Bathroom Fitting Tiling Floor & -Decking Walls - Windows, Doors & Floors Decking & FencingDoors & Floors Tiling Floor & Walls - Windows, Decking & Fencing Reliable Reliable & & Effi Efficient cient Service, Service, Fully Fully Insured. Insured. Decking & Fencing Reliable & Effi cient Service, Fully Insured. For No Obligation Quotation For aa Free Free No Obligation Quotation Reliable & Effi cient Service, Fully Insured. For a Free No Obligation Quotation Reliable & Effi cient Service, Fully Insured. For a Free No Obligation Quotation Fully01622 qualified & in all aspects or 787271 01622 747143 or 07716 07716 787271 For a 747143 Free Noexperienced Obligation Quotation

Your Local Tree Experts

01622 747143 & orStump 07716Grinding 787271 of Tree Surgery 01622 747143 or 07716 787271 Email: tonyfridd69@gmail.com Email: tonyfridd69@gmail.com 01622 747143 or 07716 787271 Email: tonyfridd69@gmail.com tonyfridd69@gmail.com Email: Email: tonyfridd69@gmail.com Site clearance - Log Wood - Fully Insured

IAAK July 14 final to print.indd 31

For a Quote or advice Please Telephone

01622 630 312 07788 971 900 www.tantonstreesurgeons.co.uk IAAK IAAK July July 14 14 final final to to print.indd print.indd 31 31

H. Preece Plastering H. Preece Plastering DEREK OLDER H. Preece Plastering Artex Skimmed Over PH. L Preece AArtex S T Skimmed E RPlastering E ROver Artex Skimmed Over

Artex Skimmed Over Overboarding Overboarding in: Artex SkimmedSpecialist Over Overboarding Overboarding Work Insurance Work Walls, Ceiling, Gyproc, Diagnostics • Insurance Fault Code Reading • Servicing and Overboarding Insurance Work General Repairs • MOT • Air Conditioning • for Insurance Work All aspects of plastering catered All aspects of plastering catered for Coving & Plastering Insurance Work Clutches Timing Replacement and Repair • catered Clutches •• Brakes All Belt aspects of plastering plastering for All aspects of catered for No job too small No job too small All aspects plastering catered for Noofjob job too small 01622 817755 07544 600619 No too small No job too small 501469 www.edsgarageservices.co.uk 01622 687406 // 07957 01622 687406 07957 501469

01622 747753 07944 951851 Garage Services 01622E.D.S 687406 07957 501469 01622 687406 //Farleigh, 07957 501469 Shingle Maidstone, Shingle Barn, Barn, Smiths Smiths Hill, Hill, West West Farleigh, Maidstone, ME15 ME15 0PH 0PH 01622 687406 / 07957 501469 31 DEREK OLDER DEREK OLDER PDEREK L A S T EOLDER RER DEREK OLDER P L A S T E RE ER R PLASTER inandaround

22/06/2014 07:45

Specialist Specialist in: in: PGARAGE L A S TDOOR E R ASSOCIATES ER Specialist in: in: Specialist GARAGE DOOR Walls, Ceiling, Walls,ASSOCIATES Ceiling, Gyproc, Gyproc,

Specialist in: Walls, Ceiling, Gyproc, All makes of garage doors Ceiling, supplied, installed, Walls, Gyproc, Coving & Plastering Coving & Plastering repaired, automated and & spares Walls, Ceiling, Gyproc, Coving Plastering Coving & Plastering Free - no obligation Covingestimate & Plastering 01634 244452 ~ 01622 685850 01795 459011 ~ 01732 590085 Showroom at Holborough Road, Snodland in inand andaround around 31 31 www.garagedoors4you.co.uk inandaround 31

01622 01622 747753 747753 01622 747753 01622 951851 747753 07944 07944 951851 07944 951851 07944 951851

inandaround in andaround around ininand and around

31 25 29 31 25

22/06/2014 22/06/2014 07:45 07:45

IAAK Accountants MikeAccountants Nichols

Diamond Accounting

Appliance Repair Appliance Repairs Neville Powell Neville Powell

Art & Craft Art & Craft Graham Clarke J&C Creations Renaissance Crafts

Renaissance Crafts

Architects Architects MRW Design

MRW Design

Bathrooms Bathrooms Stream

MBK Design Studio

25 28 17 12

52 11

Builders Samsian 9 Allan Parkes Construction41 Boat Hire Cravencroft Ltd 39 Allington Belle 17 Forrest Builders 41 NeilBuilders Shorter 45 PAVAllan Building Contractors43 Parkes Construction 28 SPGGeoff Builders 36 Brown 14 22 21 17

Services CarCar Services Ace MOT 25 Mongers Garage 33 Garage Services 29 R&TEDS Harrison 33 Mongers Garage 28 Scuffs & Scratches 33

Carpenter Carpet Cleaners Geoff Brown 29 Hydro-Dynamix AHBS Carpentry

Cleaners

35 14 29

Childrens Nursery Belle Casa 13 Poppy’s 23 Phynix Domestic Cleaning 22 Cleaning Computer Services Becca’s Crystal Cleaning Bearsted Computer Solutions RJ’s Computing for Beginners JLM Network Services

Computer Services Conservatories Computing For Beginners Apollo Trade Windows Digital Solutions JLM Network Services Decorators PC Matters

AH Decor 8 Conservatories AP Decorators

Apollo Trade Windows2

Doors & Windows

Decorators Apollo Trade Windows AP Decorators IFM Property Services Knights Decorating Doors & Windows Apollo Trade Windows

30 inandaround

in and around

Footsteps Flooring

GDA

Face Painting Flooring Loose Glitter

Fancy Dress Garage Doors Antrix Farm Foods GardenFarm Services Wiltshire Foods /

Tree Maintenance

1, 5 21 21

(New/Servicing/Repairs)

Carpet Supplies / Cleaning Carpenter Austin Services Geoff Brown

Glebe Fencing

Estate Agents / Properties Fencing Hillreed

Tantons Tree Surgeons Flooring The Big Mow De-Witt Footsteps Flooring 44 Hairdressers TH Flooring Image Hair 22 28

Bedrooms Bedroom Flair Bedroom Flair

JR Building Services Cakes & Confectionary The Neil CakeShorter Carousel

Fascia Soffit Boards Fairview&Farm Apollo Trade Services Windows R&L Garden

Boilers

Apollo Trade Windows

13 21

Beauticians Nightingale Bathrooms Beauty at Hair By The Green

Bedrooms

Electrician Fascia & Soffit Boards Current Connections

24 24 56 25 24 37

Funeral Health,Directors Fitness & Wellbeing Albany Baby & Funerals Toddler Swim 11 8 J.Maidstone Perigoe &Dance Son Studio 12 31 MaidstoneDoors YMCA Garage S.G. Swim School GDA

11 18 36

Home Care Services Garden Services / Audley Care 15 Tree Maintenance Bluebird 31 52 D&L Tree Care & Gardening Fairview Farm 48 Kitchens Kentish Landscapes 47 MBK Design Studio 13 Pearsons 47 R&L 48 Legal Services The Big Mow Gullands 17 47 The Little Sow 52 Loft Ladders

Hairdressers Loft Ladders 20 Doo Das 16 Osteopathy HQ Headquarters 23 Maidstone 9 21 Image HairWellness Centre Scissor Sisters 27

Pest Control

6 27 32 32

Health, Fitness & Wellbeing 6 MB Pest Control Services PestNow PurgeCoaching Ltd 2022 Act Acupuncture & Natural Health 12 Plasterer Baby & Toddler Swim 12 AH Decor 8 17 Curves 19 H. Preece Plastering 29 Jirina Pilates 17 Maidstone Dance Studio 12 Plumbing & Heating Maidstone YMCA 9 AB Moyler 21 SG Swim School Palace Heating 29 18

Audley Care Services Property Bluebird Care All Type Property Maintenance Gavin Astor Nursing Home

11 20 17 11 11

17 6

43 45 40 2

Plumbing & Heating Services Home Care Services

Lime Lettings

29 53 29

53 51

Home Help Purely Companions

Insurance Click n go Insurance

Kitchens

Restaurants Kitchen Flair

Audley Mote House Bistro

Landscape Gardener

Roofing M&S Landscapes

Complete Roofing Services P.B. Contractors Flynn Roofing Services Pearsons

Soft Furnishings Locksmith

SoftLockrite Furnishings by Miriam

19 26 18

48 39 47

Swimming Pool Maintenance Osteopathy PoolLoose Care 25 Osteopathic Clinic

Maidstone Osteopathic Practice

Venues for Hire

Plasterer Pympes Court Farm Centre Derek Older H. Preece Plastering

20 13 41 44

Plumbing & Heating A.B. Moyler Cooper & Co Plumbing & Heating D&S Plumbing

36 30 40

Property Maintenance IFM Property Services P.B. Contractors

45 39

Pubs / Restaurants The George Bistro The Walnut Tree

25 27

Roofing Complete Roofing Services Flynn Roofing Services

44 52

Soft Furnishings Bramleys

Solicitors Hawkridge & Co

Stairlifts Stairlifts Today

Tarmac & Paving P&M Surfacing Underwood Contractors

47 45

Taxi / Private Car Hire Hi-Lite Private Car Hire

Tiling Knights Tiling

Upholsterer G. Collier Peter David Interiors

35 23

Venues for Hire Pympes Court Farm Centre

Wedding Suppliers Green Tiara

Window Cleaning RJ’s

CARE VISITS AT HOME

Good Old Fashioned Service ASK DEBBIE......... for help, advice and assistance Dear Debbie Dear Debbie My 85 yearand old mother has main had a carers stroke and frequent attendance andalone care. After My sister I are the fornow our needs elderly mother who lives a few miles lookingfrom at all both options, decided bring her to live with my family. This will mean eitherhas loved away of we’ve us. She has to always been a fiercely independent lady and me orhome my husband up our jobsfor in order to provide care. A her nursemain in thememories hospital suggested her wheregiving she has lived 40 years. It’s where of husband homefamily care aslie. an After optionabut before we of goincreasing further I’d likeconfusion, to investigate. Could advise? and few years she has you now received a dementia diagnosis, apparently in early stage. We are both very reluctant to put Bestinto Regards, her a care Susan home.PCan home care help in this situation?

DEBBIE MOULTON, CARE MANAGER OF BLUEBIRD CARE OFFERS HER ADVICE

Yours sincerely, Pauline S

Dear Susan

I would guess that there is every likelihood that a home care service could provide your mother

with the support that she needs while you’re both at work which should enable you both to Dear Pauline continue with your careers, if that’s what you’d prefer.

The question for you and your sister is “what course of action will be in your People who’ve had the misfortune to suffer a stroke may have some particular care needs mother’s best interest?” Home care can work very well for some people especially in recovery but an experienced care provider should have a pool of care staff with the especially where there are strong local relationships, say with neighbours training needed and the supervision resources necessary to keep on top of things. or church groups because they can remain in contact with what is familiar Thethem. agencyThis would needprovides to assess things carefully before any in firma promises could be made, but to often valuable reassurance situation which causes that would be a normal procedure and aand requirement for all new customers. very real stress to those affected their families.

If you have a question that you would like to ask Debbie then please email her at debbie@bluebirdcare.co.uk

The servicevisits couldfrom help getting mother for the day, ensure that she has sufficient Regular skilledyour carers canready check regularly on well-being and safety, ensure adequate food intake and nutrition during the day, perhaps take her outisintaken a wheelchair an activity ortimes. two and nutrition and ensure that medication at the for appropriate Asifthe condition develops, regular contact necessary attend her inoffers the evening to get her especially ready for bed. with familiar faces reassurance, when the carers are trained in basic dementia coping strategies. You and your sister will obviously want bebefore at theyou heart of the care arrangements but carefully coordinated home I would recommend trialling an arrangement liketothis do anything as drastic as care visits can help the burden. resigning from a job thatshare may sustain you for years to come! Best Wishes,Debbie DebbieMoulton, Moulton, Care Manager, Bluebird Care Best Wishes, Care Manager, Bluebird Care

How Bluebird Care can help with you or your loved ones: • Help with getting up or going to bed • Personal Hygiene • Cleaning the home • Preparing Meals • Assist with medication • Overnight Care • Washing or Ironing • Shopping • Sightseeing or leisure activities • 24hr Live-in-care • Trips to see friends or relatives

MAIDSTONE | 01622 809528 | maidstone@bluebirdcare.co.uk www.bluebirdcare.co.uk/maidstone_tonbridge ininand andaround around

731

Event

...................

Mid-Winter Craft Market Event Also including producers selling meat, cheese, honey, conserves, wine, chocolate & many more. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the craftsmen and purchase some original and unique gifts.

ITHE BARN TO HOST 2nd MID-WINTER CRAFT MARKET EVENT

Lenham’s medieval tithe barn is to be the host venue for a pre-Christmas hand made Craft, art and produce market. The market, to be held over the weekend of 23rd/24th November 2013, is believed to be one of the largest of its kind seen in the county this year. It will showcase the work of mainly Kent based artisans working with a wide range of materials as diverse as clay, glass, iron, wood, wool and silver.

Sharon Prior, representing organiser Cloth and Clay, said “We have tried to include something for everyone in respect of the diversity of product on display and the price range. We will be offering a light lunch and refreshments all day, it is our hope that visitors of all ages will find plenty to keep them interested and entertained. There is no charge for entry or parking and the charity we are supporting this year is DEMELZA children’s hospice appeal. The market will be open from 10am until 4pm on both Saturday 23rd and Sunday 25th November. For further information please contact Jean Crosbie on 07709 611740 or Sharon Prior on 07776 401405

Building Services • • • •

Family run firm now in our 28th year of trading based in Maidstone Friendly personal service covering Kent and East Sussex x Family run firm now our 28th year of trading based in Maidstone Exterior decorations and in alterations x aspects Friendly service covering Kent and East Sussex& All ofpersonal house and small commercial maintenance refurbishment x All aspectsworks of house and small commercial maintenance & refurbishment works ~ Painting & decorating o Painting & decorating ~ Electrical & plumbing works o Electrical & plumbing ~ Bathroom & kitchen supplyworks and installation ~ Structural alterations (or just a small stud wall if that’s o Bathroom & kitchen supply and installation what want!)alterations (or just a small stud wall if that’s what you want!) o you Structural

Tel: x(01622) 756060 Mobile: 07885 284081 Exterior decorations and alterations mjennerandson@btconnect.com www.jennerandson.co.uk 33 inandaround

Tel: (01622) 756060

Feature

....................

Spectacular Fireworks

Bonfire and Firework Spooktacular – Kent Life Location - Maidstone Date - 2nd November Be amazed by fire breathers lighting our grand roaring bonfire and join in the countdown to our annual spectacular musical firework display. Join us in this momentous celebration in marking the end of our Spook Fest! Fire Breathers start at 7.15 followed by the spooktacular show at 7.30. www.kentlife.org.uk Bonfire and Firework Display Location - Ashford Date - 2nd November Bonfire and Firework Display - Sellindge Sports and Social Club, 69 Swan Lane, Sellindge, Ashford, TN25 6HB Gates open at 5 pm, fireworks after 7 pm. There will be food, stalls, funfair rides, entertainment and a licensed bar available. www.sellindgeclub.co.uk Fire Extravaganza Location - Maidstone Date - 2nd- 3rd November Fireworks Extravaganza at the Hop Farm Get ready for a magnificent fireworks display, funfair and more at The Hop Farm Family Park Paddock Wood, Kent Saturday - Children’s display - 6.30 followed by main event at 9pm. Sunday - Bonfire lit at 5pm followed by main event at 6pm. www.hopfarm.co.uk

34 inandaround

Truck Superprix and Fireworks at Brands Hatch Location - Longfield Date - 2nd - 3rd November The November Truck racing event will once again be a Guy Fawkes spectacular, with a massive firework display following a packed programme of racing on the Sunday Both days are an all day event, for more information visit the website. www.brandshatch.co.uk The Leeds Castle Fireworks Spectacular – Leeds Castle Location - Maidstone Date - 9th-10th November Two nights of our hugely popular and spectacular display with moving images, music and incredible fireworks over the historic castle. Gates open at 2pm, fireworks will start at approximately 5.30pm on both days. www.leeds-castle.com Bearsted Parish Council’s Annual Firework Display Location - Bearsted Date - 9th-10th November Bearsted Scouts will be providing an excellent BBQ and refreshments so come early to enjoy some tasty food. A professional fireworks company will amaze us with their fantastic pyrotechnic display and this will start at approximately 7.30pm, for safety reasons last entry will be at 7.15pm. www.bearstedparish council.gov.uk

Feature

....................

Why do we Forget?

(Forget-me-not! Larkfield Priory Muscial Roast Lunch)

o, Why do we forget? Why do we not forget a forget-me-not?

Some medical professionals would tell us that as we get older the brain starts dying off as a natural process. This might explain why the car keys are found in the fridge and the milk is found on the key table next to the door. The trouble is there are more things going on here than it might seem at first. The obvious is that the brain has swapped the keys and milk around. However, upon deeper reflection have the keys been mistaken for the milk, or the milk for the keys, or has the fridge been mistaken for the key table, or the key table for the fridge? Furthermore, should not the milk have been taken in before you got back from the shops (a shop who incidentally sells milk)? For if you had remembered to take the milk in before you went out then everything may still be in its rightful place. Or did you think to yourself, “I must take the milk in before I leave”, only to be diverted by not being able to find your keys, which after much searching you find hanging in the shed door (left there overnight as part of a security test, just like the long term test you are running 35 inandaround

by having a key table right near the door – well that’s what I would stick to), then once you have your keys you leave having forgot about the milk, then whilst at the shops seeing the milk on sale (and after a deep internal debate about how good the old days were with milk delivered to your door via a cutting edge modern electric float, and that it’s good to buy milk from the milkman as it not only keeps him in work but leaves you with a comforting feeling about the old days), you remember about the milk at home. Upon arriving at home the post has arrived and you get diverted by a flyer about the fabulous Sunday Roast Lunch and Music at the Larkfield Priory Hotel on the first Sunday of every month, and then without knowing it put the milk on the side and keys in the fridge! See already this simple error has become far too confusing for a sensible, good looking, intelligent person (you know the average person like you and me). So this must mean that either the medical professionals are right and your brain is naturally dying off, or that you are a decent, kind, thoughtful person who is so deeply in the midst of various security tests and social experiments upon the benefits of traditional milk delivery that with the excitement about coming to the next Priory Roast lunch with live music you tend to forget more minor things. And it’s the things we attach real value to that don’t get forgotten, they are the “forget-me-nots”, things with true values attached to them, like the Larkfield Priory Hotel Roast lunch and live music. So if I can find my keys I will see you there on the first Sunday of each month (next is 3rd Nov or 1st Dec, doors open at 12.45pm for 1.15pm start), free parking, menu and bookings and information at www.144club.co.uk or 01634 365453 or 01732 846858 But, please leave the milk at home!

Event

...................

Launch of the Hospice Day Service

his November marks the start of an ambitious period of change and development with the launch of the Hospice Day Service previously known as the Day Therapy Centre. In existence for over 30 years, the original service set out to support the needs of cancer patients who were well enough not to need an inpatient Hospice bed. This introduced a facility for patients to attend regularly for a day each week and have access to Hospice clinical and therapeutic expertise as well as an opportunity to participate in activities of interest. The Hospice Day Service now supports a growing number of other palliative patients who are diagnosed with longer term progressive or degenerative conditions including Motor Neuron Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Advanced Heart Failure and complex respiratory conditions. The Service operates from Monday to Friday between 10.30 – 3.30, with patients attending for all or part of a day according to their individual needs.

........................

MONGERS GARAGE LTD Est. 40 years

Why Not Try us For All Your Motoring Needs?

At present the Hospice Day Service can accommodate up to 20 patients each day, but will increase to 30 patients per day by 2017. In addition, the Hospice Day Service will in future provide an outreach facility so that patients can access the Service much closer to home. The Day Service is therefore looking for other suitable premises to run sessions, particularly in West Kent and North East Sussex with the first trial outreach service planned for 2014. As with all other Hospice in the Weald services, the Hospice Day Service is free of charge to all patients. Hospice in the Weald is a registered charity and is reliant on support from the local community. The cost to provide the Hospice Day Service is £90 for each patient each day. This includes the costs of specialist staff, travel costs, catering, materials and equipment. Over the year, that’s a total cost of over £375,000. In 2012, this meant we provided over 2,300 individual patient sessions. This number will only continue to grow as the Hospice Day Service develops, and we look to ensure that everyone who would like access to the service can choose to attend a session.

ACE

M.O.T. & Clutch Centre Vehicle Maintenance, Service & M.O.T

As Professionals in the Trade We Offer: Full Diagnostic Services Servicing and General Repairs Brakes • Exhausts • Clutches Tyres • Four Wheel Alignment

Cam Belt Kits Supplied & Fitted Broken Belt Damage Repaired All Makes, Petrol & Diesel OPEN Mon - Fri. Sat M.O.T. only Sun

Do Your Shopping While We Fix Your Car So Why Not Pop In Or Give Us a Call On

01622 751258

mongers@xln.co.uk www.mongersgarage.co.uk

77 King Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1BG 36 inandaround

8.00 - 5.30 8.00 - 12.30 9.00 - 12.00

736 London Road, Larkfield, Kent. ME20 6BG

Tel: 01732 870368