Malling December local Oracle

ISSUE 213

DISTRIBUTION 16,500 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MALLING

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News

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Dear Readers What a year we have all had! This time last year we were all in lockdown and Christmas was cancelled for many.

Whilst many people’s lives have changed, it looks like Christmas may be a little more like the ones we are used to surrounded by loved ones.

Suite 159, 80 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales m: 07912 878830 t: 01732 521494 Anna Artwork/Sales m: 07939 248983 t: 01732 795777 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off dates for advertising in the January 2022 editions are: • Maidstone 13th December • Malling 13th December • Tonbridge 13th December thelocaloracle thelocaloracle

We have some exciting events and new advertisers in this December edition so please do have a browse through and start planning some family time aswell as maybe donating to the Tony Hudgell Foundation (Page 5) to bring some happiness to those children less fortunate.

We want to thank you, the reader, our supportive advertisers who bring the best of the best services, Scarbutt Printers who print and distribute our many boxes and our amazing distributers who walk the streets every month for us.

We wish you all a happy and safe Christmas and New Year with not too many beers or mince pies!

We will be also be sharing information on our social media pages which can easily be found.... facebook.com/ thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/thelocaloracle.

All the best

Anna & Jane

To see the online version of the local Oracle and advertisers go to......

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Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone

Maidstone EDITION

15k

We now have 3 editions with a distribution totalling 46,500 homes and businesses.

Every 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and full page colour advert comes with: A-Z category advert and a page on our website.

We can print, supply and distribute 1,000 to 46,500 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target .

Each monthly edition can be found on our website where you can flick through the pages online.

You can have a page on our website for just £10 per month which includes photos, a video, text and links to your website and social media.

This is our business and you will only speak to us!

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Malling EDITION

16.5k

Addington | Birling | East Malling Halling | Holborough | Kings Hill Larkfield | Leybourne Leybourne Lakes | Mereworth Offham | Ryarsh | Snodland Trottiscliffe | Wateringbury West Malling

East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Paddock Wood Tonbridge

Tonbridge EDITION

15k Anna - Artwork/Sales m: 07939 248983 t: 01732 795777 e: anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk

Jane - Accounts/Sales m: 07912 878830 t: 01732 521494 e: jane@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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Tony Hudgell Foundation Christmas Present Appeal www.tonyhudgellfoundation.org Tony wants to give the magic of Christmas to other children that aren’t as lucky and fortunate as him.

During the Christmas period child cruelty increases dramatically and last year 2020 the figures rose by 67% on the year before.

Tony is collecting presents to give to children and he needs your help.

Simply buy your choice of gift for a girl or boy of 0 years - 18 years old and post to Kings Hill Postage & Packing collection point at: TONY’S CHRISTMAS PRESENT APPEAL c/o The Tony Hudgell Foundation 5 Liberty Square Kings Hill West Malling ME19 4AU OR If ordering through Amazon.com or AmazonSmile you can simply have your present delivered directly to the collection point at the address above and we’ll do all the wrapping ready for Tony to deliver.

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Category the local News p2

Decorators

Tree Surgery

CONTACT DETAILS p2

Distributors Wanted

Upholstery

WHAT CAN THE LOCAL ORACLE DO FOR YOU? p4

Double Glazing Repairs

Will Writing & Estate Planning

Driveway/Patio Cleaning & Repairs

Windows

Accountants

Education

Active Retirement*

Electricians

Aerials

Electrolysis/Hair Removal*

Air Ambulance

Fencing

Bathroom Installations

Garage Doors

Beauty & Complementary

Garden Landscapers*

Blinds

Garden Services

Broadband & Sockets

Gas & Heating Services

Building Services

Gutter Cleaning & Repairs

Building Supplies

Hair Salon

Business Insurance

Handyman

Business Opportunity Car Body Repairs Car Sales Car Service & Repairs Carpentry Carpet Cleaning Cats Protection Charity Clubs

Health & Fitness

Window Cleaning

* New Advertisers USEFUL NUMBERS p30 EVENTS p31

Cut off dates: Maidstone: 13th December (Delivery - 2nd week of month) Malling: 13th December (Delivery - 1st week of month)

Healthcare/Hearing*

Tonbridge: 13th December (Delivery - 2nd week of month)

Housing

for January 2022 editions

Ironing Services Locksmith Loft Ladders & Hatches Logs & Firewood

Chiropodist

Mobile Phone & Tablet Repairs

Christmas Event*

Oven Cleaners

Christmas Gifts*

Plumbers*

Christmas Market*

Property Maintenance*

Christmas Services*

Roofing

Cleaning

Scrap Metal Clearance

Community Help

Skip Hire

Computer Support

Solicitors

Conservatories

Spanish Lessons Taxi Service

ALL ADVERTS ARE PLACED IN GOOD FAITH AND THE LOCAL ORACLE TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY ISSUES ARISING FROM THE USE OF SUPPLIERS WHO HAVE ADVERTISED.

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TaxAssist Accountants

t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 17)

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AIR AMBULANCE

BLINDS

Air Ambulance

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd

a: Rochester City Airport, Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent ME5 9SD t: 01634 471900 e: hello@aakss.org.uk www.aakss.org.uk Kent Surrey Sussex Please get in touch today to see how you can help.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com (See Colour Ad On Page 25)

TO ADVERTSE Call 01732 521494 or email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk BROADBAND/PHONE SOCKETS

Broadband/Phone Sockets

m: 07845 705900 Why pay service provider prices for internal faults?

- New phone/broadband extentions.

- Fault finding repairs/Improve broadband speeds.

- Cat 5 wiring - Internal/external re-routing/tidying of cables prior to double glazing.

Established 2009 25 years BT Engineer Fully Insured.

ACCOUNTANTS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

The Accountancy Practice

Bathroom Solutions

AAPM Construction

a: Suite 21, 10 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, ME19 4YU t: 01732 897929 c: Neil Craig e: neil@theaccountancypracticeltd.co.uk www.theaccountancypracticeltd.co.uk Free 1 hour consultation Fixed Fee Quotes Limited companies Sole Traders/Partnerships Self Assessment/Tax Returns Bookkeeping, VAT, Payroll

m: 07908 021913 c: David Bartholomew e: bathroomsolutionslarkfield@outlook.com f/b: @Bathroomsolutionslarkfield Complete bathroom installs, supply and design or fit only.

Plumbing, tiling, splash panels, plastering, electrical work.

All types of floors fitted.

No obligation quotes. Over 15 Yrs Exp. Public liability insured.

m: 07884 436279 f: 01634 247682 c: Paul e: info@aapmconstruction.co.uk www.aapmconstruction.co.uk Roofing and roofing repairs, loft conversions, carpentry, extensions, exterior timberwork. ie. fencing, decking etc. All types of wooden flooring supplied and fitted.

Free estimates.

As seen on ITV’s 60 minute makeover!

ACTIVE RETIREMENT

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

KinARA

Nightingale Bathrooms

Hudson Carpentry & Building Services

t: 01732 845717 c: Richard www.kinaraweb.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 27) AERIALS

The Aerial Man t: 01732 883542 01622 871614

(See Colour Ad On Page 18)

t: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 24) BEAUTY & COMPLEMENTARY

Gemini Beauty

t: 01732 842279 m: 07749 589414 e: angela@gemini-beauty.co.uk www.gemini-beauty.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

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t: 01622 816818 m: 07838 156170 c: Neil Hudson e: hudsoncbs@hotmail.co.uk www.facebook.com/hudsoncbs All aspects of Carpentry and Building including Extensions, Conversions, Kitchens, Bathrooms & more!

Full Project Management Service.

Over 25 years experience. Insured, local and reliable. See our Facebook page for customer feedback.

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BUILDING SERVICES

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Paul Tann Ltd

Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Network Marketing Business

t: 01732 842863 m: 07873 965231 c: Paul e: paultannltd@btinternet.com www.paultann.co.uk Specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving.

Fully insured.

All work guaranteed.

Established over 20 years.

t: 07885 167166 c: Carole Wright e: carole.uwclub@gmail.com https://uw.partners/N34752/join on the customer info https://uw.partners/N34752/partner on the business info - Free Training - Hours to suit you - More spare time - Extra income - Recession proof - Your own business.

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Kings Hill Garage Limited

a: North Lodge, 584 Malling Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 4PU t: 01732 849322 (See Colour Ad On Page 27)

BUILDING SERVICES

CARPENTRY

R Blackman General Maintenance

Chatfield Carpentry

t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman040665@gmail.com

Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork.

Interior and exterior painting.

Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

t: 01732 871449 m: 07985 273773 c: Steve Wheeler e: mail@chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk www.chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk Kitchens/wardrobes designed & fitted Internal/External doors supplied and fitted. Skirting/Architraves/Solid wood & Laminate floors.

Quality workmanship at competitive prices. Over 17 years experience City and Guilds qualified.

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BUILDING SERVICES

CAR BODY REPAIRS

CARPENTRY

The Small Works Building Company

Autospray Solutions

Red Carpentry

m: 07703 061572 c: Anthony Hale e: anthonynhale@hotmail.com

* No job too small! Replacing one sbrick or paving slab. * Specialist in brickwork, ragstone, * paving, pointing, extensions, * garages etc. * Fully insured. * Over 30 years experience.

t: 01622 727263 e: info@autospraysolutions.co.uk www.autospraysolutions.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

CAR SALES

Howdens

Kings Hill Car Sales

t: 01892 202200 www.howdens.com (See Colour Ad On Page 23) BUSINESS INSURANCE

Westfield Insurance

m: 07753 335044 c: Richard Hills e: richard.hills@westfieldinsurance.co.uk www.westfieldinsurance.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 17) 08

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t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon Exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted.

All types of windows.

Solid & laminate flooring.

All types of carpentry work undertaken.

Over 30 years experience.

CARPET CLEANING

Homefresh

t: Freephone: 0800 6942024

a: Kings Hill Car Sales North Lodge 584 Malling Road West Malling Kent ME19 4PU t: 01732 220540 www.kingshillcarsales.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 23)

Good quality cars, bought and sold.

Specialist vehicle sourcing.

Company vehicle sourcing.

All makes available.

Please ring for help.

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CATS PROTECTION

CHIROPODIST

COMMUNITY HELP

Bredhurst Kent Adoption Centre

West Malling Podiatry HAVE MOVED

Community Hub

a: Matts Hill Rd, Hartlip, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 7XA. t: 01634 232471 e: bredhurst@cats.org.uk www.cats.org.uk/bredhurst

Our centre consists of separate areas for admissions, rehoming and maternity.

Every cat receives exceptional care and all are microchipped, vaccinated and neutered before rehoming.

CHARITY CLUB

Lions Club of Malling District Please call to find out how to get involved.

‘Mauling’ Lions do visit www.mallinglions.club or Telephone Richard (the lionheart) 01732 670556

CHARITY CLUB

Rotary Club - Kings Hill Please email to find out how to get involved. email khrc09@yahoo.com (See our event on Page 28)

CHARITY CLUB

Rotary Club of Malling Like volunteering and having fun at the same time?

Please email to find out how to get involved.

Contact for information rcomalling@gmail.com

a: Reshape House, 2-4 High Street, West Malling, ME19 6QR t: 01795 667850 m: 07882 638990 c: Marie Thomas BSc(Hons), MCPod, HCPC reg

Tonbridge and Malling t: 01732 876152 Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council is offering support to those who are most vulnerable.

Corn and callus removal Verrucae Ingrown toenails Diabetic / High Risk care Home visits available CHRISTMAS EVENT

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Castlemas at Tonbridge Castle

AA Computer Services

Friday 10th - Sunday 19th December www.castlemas.com (See Colour Ad On Front Cover & P3)

t: 01732 247003 m: 07904 910400 e: info@aa-computerservices.co.uk www.aa-computerservices.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

Complete Home and Small Business computer and network services.

Microsoft Certified Professional.

From PC advice, repairs & installations to websites and networks (including wireless) No fix - No fee!

CHRISTMAS MARKET

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Christmas Market

Home Computer Help

CHRISTMAS GIFTS

Tony Hudgell Foundation Christmas Appeal

www.tonyhudgellfoundation.org

a: The Discovery School, Kings Hill ME19 4GJ Saturday 11th December 12pm-3pm (See Colour Ad On Page 26) CHRISTMAS SERVICES

Kings Hill Christmas Services www.kingshillchurch.org.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

CHRISTMAS SERVICES

West Malling & Offham Christmas Services www.stmaryswestmalling.org.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 28) CLEANING

Gleaming Cleaning

m: 07486 860647 or 07769 996921 c: Terri (See Colour Ad On Page 21)

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t: 01732 220467 m: 07966 825265 c: Rob e: hchelp194@gmail.com Experienced IT Professional providing an in-home service.

Computer setup. Virus removal Software installation.

Internet & email troubleshooting.

Training & advice.

Fixed prices - no hourly rates.

COMPUTER SUPPORT

01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net Computer support, repairs & upgrades.

Virus and malware removal.

Complete business and home connectivity service.

For additional services see our website.

Unit 7, Kilnbridge Works, East Farleigh, ME15 0HD

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TO ADVERTSE Call 01732 795777 or email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk CONSERVATORIES

Howard Caine Conservatories

t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 22)

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DECORATORS

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

Impact Decoration

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

t: 01732 873726 m: 07882 597433 c: Sam Gregory e: info@impact-decoration.co.uk www.impact-decoration.co.uk Kings Hill based, polite and tidy.

Internal and External decoration.

City and Guilds qualified.

Dulux Select Approved Decorator.

Fully insured. Domestic & Commercial clients.Virtually dust free sanding. Paper hanging.

DECORATORS

Choice Painting & Decorating m: 07761 601896 c: Dean Woolterton e: choicedec@outlook.com

City and Guilds qualified Quality internal and external Painting and decorating Clean, reliable service.

We are looking for distributors who can deliver in the Maidstone, Malling, Paddock Wood and Five Oak Green areas.

Give us a call to find out more.

DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

JP’s Decorating

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

m: 07956 874044 or 07944 126353 c: Phil e: jpcookies4@yahoo.co.uk

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For all your interior and exterior painting, no job too small.

All quotes guaranteed to beat the rest. I have many years experience.

Kings Hill based.

Domestic/Commercial & insurance.

(References available on request)

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Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS TO: Windows, Doors and Conservatories Broken Handles, Hinges, Locks, adjustments, Misted or Cracked Sealed Units, Upgrades, Letter Boxes, Cat Flap Installations.

Free Telephone Advice and Call Out Over 30 years’ experience DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

SOS Window Works

t: 01622 206690 m: 07779 006696 e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 25)

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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DECORATORS

G J Services

Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists

a: West Malling t: 01732 850343 m: 07764 684495 t: Guy Williams e: gjservices@btinternet.com Painting Decorating General Maintenance Wall papering Free Estimates

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DRIVEWAY/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS

Bramko Ltd

a: 1 Hawkridge Grove, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4JB t/f: 01732 873754 m: 07971 542609/07824 887677 e: m.roast@gmail.com Interior and Exterior Decoration Plastering, Wood repair-care trained (ideal for rotten joinery) Carpentry Wallpapering, Coving, Tiling. City & Guilds Approved, 18 yrs exp.

Insurance & Commercial work.

References on request.

Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk NPTC Qualified Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition. Weed moss, & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces. Patio slabs from £45, Block paving from £75.

Free estimate & advice.

Gutter Cleaning from £50 (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

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GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

West Malling CE Primary School

A D Landscapes Ltd

a: Cricket Ground, Norman Rd, ME19 6RL t: 01732 842061 e: office@west-malling.kent.sch.uk www.west-malling.kent.sch.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 29)

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a: Ightham t: 01732 763114 m: 07790 036871 c: Antony Dartnell www.adlandscapesltd.co.uk HND Garden Design and HND Landscape Management.

All aspects of hard and soft landscape works undertaken from design to implementation.

Free consultation and estimates.

Portfolio & references available.

Fully insured.

ELECTRICIANS

FENCING

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Andy Payne Electrical Contractors

All Seasons Garden Fencing

BGG Groundwork & Landscaping Contractors

t: 01732 843661 m: 07830 456928 e: info@andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk

www.andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 18) ELECTRICIANS

ASD Electrical Services

t: 01634 624555 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com

t: 01732 844634 m: 07847 717553 (New Number) c: Mark Steward All types of garden fencing & gates. supplied, erected and repaired.

Close boarded.

Panel, post & rail, decking & pagodas.

No job too small.

Approved by 3 local Parish Councils.

Free quotations.

(See Colour Ad On Page 18) ELECTRICIANS

DAR Electrical Services

t: 01622 870147 m: 07515 159821 Local reliable company happy to take on any job no matter how small: Home Lighting, Sockets & Switches Full or Part Rewire, Security & garden lighting, PAT Testing, Periodic inspections and inspections for Letting Part P Approval.

NAPIT Approved No Call out charge.

Free, friendly and honest advice.

No hidden extras.

ELECTROLYSIS/HAIR REMOVAL

Positive Pathways Electrolysis Ltd t: 020 3332 0296 f/b: positivepathwaysltd e: deborah@positive-pathways.co.uk www.positive-pathways.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 27)

TO ADVERTISE Call 01732 795777 or email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

t: 01732 642148 m: 07545 058194 e: beng604.BG@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18)

MERRY CHRISTMAS GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Coe’s Landscapes & Cota Construction

(See Colour Ad On Page 21)

t: 07944 442442 c: Tim Coe e: timcoe36@icloud.com www.coelandscapes.co.uk Friendly family company Est.1970 All groundwork, footings & drainage undertaken. Large & small scale work.

Free quotes. We cover all of Kent.

Patios and driveways, fencing decking and screening, walling, steps and gates, water features and planting.

Large and small turfing and levelling.

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GARAGE DOORS

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors t: 01732 430 273 m: 07537 149 128 www.garolla.co.uk

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

13th DEC GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

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Marshalls Landscape Contractors t: 01732 807997 m: 07768 911241 c: Tom www.marshallslandscapes.com (See Colour Ad On Page 24) WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK

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Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

a: Larkfield t: 01732 848179 m: 07850 175077 c: Kevin Kennett e: yewtreelandscapes1@tiscali.co.uk SPECIALIST In Indian Stone Paving.

Garden Artificial Grass, Driveways, Block paving, Brickwork, Turfing, Decking, Fencing, Hard and Soft Landscaping. Free estimates, fully insured. Experienced & professional service. 25 years experience.

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GAS & HEATING SERVICES

HANDYMAN

Meadow Gas

m: 07835 096573 or 07399 975441 e: meadowgasservices@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 24)

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Bramko Ltd

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m: 07899 894838 t: 01732 357660 c: Mark Killick e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

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Complete Garden Services Kent

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Goldcrest Gardening

t: 01732 840652 m: 07864 682844 e: info@goldcrestgardening.com www.goldcrestgardening.net Our reliable service includes: -Weeding, mowing, edging.

-Autumn/Winter tidy.

-Planting for next growing season.

-Seasonal pruning.

-bed preparation and soil enrichment.

-Greenhouse cleaning.

Public liability insured.

m: 07726 525633 c: Bob e: insideoutproperties@hotmail.co.uk

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON

GARDEN SERVICES

m: 07958 254090 t: 01732 387347 c: Nick e: info@cgsk.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

Inside Out

KENTS HANDYMAN

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c: Bruce Martin m: 07584 056821 e: bruce@kentshandyman.co.uk Bathrooms | Kitchens | Fencing Carpentry | Renovations | Tiling Doors & Windows | Paving Painting | Locks & Screens Repairs | Carpet deep cleaning Maintenance & More Only taking ‘safe’ jobs at present DBS CHECKED | INSURED | GUARANTEED

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HAIR SALON

OTF

a: 1 Littlemarket Row, Leybourne ME19 5QL t: 01732 840439 www.otfhair.com (Colour Ad On Page 28)

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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GAS & HEATING SERVICES

HANDYMAN

HEALTH & FITNESS

Blaize Services Ltd

DME Property Services

Larkfield Leisure Centre Gym Membership t: 01622 713225 e: leisurecentres@tmactive.co.uk c: Membership Advisors www.larkfieldleisure.co.uk

t: 01622 430290 m: 07581 154499 c: James e: jtr.plumber72@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 20) GAS & HEATING SERVICES

F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd

t: 01622 913007 e: info@fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk www.fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk .

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m: 07469 202653 e: dmepropertyservice@gmail.com inst: DME Property We offer a range of both internal and external property maintenance.

Wall and floor tiling.

Internal and external painting.

Wallpaper hanging and stripping.

Skirting and coving.

Patios and paving.

Jet washing & other external cleaning.

We are a small, friendly, reliable business offering competitive rates.

We offer a range of great Memberships to help you get fit and active your way. All-inclusive option includes gym, group exercise, live streaming and pools.

Follow us on Facebook.

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HEALTHCARE/HEARING

LOGS & FIREWOOD

PLUMBERS

Hearing Matters Ltd

Logs & Firewood

All Aspects Plumbing

HOUSING

Seasoned logs, Firewood and kindling delivered to your door

PLUMBERS

a: 26 Kings Hill Avenue, ME19 4AE t: 01732 494066 e: info@hearingmattersltd.co.uk www.hearingmattersltd.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 27)

Rapport Housing & Care

c: Roger m: 07831 499952 t: 01732 521693 e: roger@gluckpe.co.uk

t: 01732 671131 e: allaspectsdrainageandplumbing@ outlook.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18)

Hylton Plumbing Services

a: Medway View Court, Wateringbury m: 07534 973360 e: sales@rapporthc.co.uk www.rapporthousingandcare.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 28)

Mobile log splitting service Fallen trees cleared.

IRONING SERVICES

MOBILE PHONE & TABLET REPAIR

PLUMBERS

Extra Hands Ironing & Shirt Laundry

Get It Repaired

Summers Domestic Plumbers

a: The Colonnade 10 West Street West Malling ME19 6QX t: 01732 872159 m: 07956 864860 www.extrahandsironing.co.uk Central West Malling Drop Shop Open 8-4 Monday-Fridays Clear pricing Fully insured Free collection & delivery service

a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill ME19 4YU t: 01732 525818 www.getitrepaired.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 32)

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a: West Malling t: 01732 843086 m: 07970 528822 e: hylton@hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk www.hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 23)

t: 01732 400630 m: 07530 360200 c: Lee Marshall-Summers e: leesumers74@outlook.com Taps, leaks, boilers, heating, cylinders, rads, tanks, ball valves, blocked drains.

Outside taps fitted.

All plumbing jobs.

LOCKSMITH

OVEN CLEANERS

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE/HANDYMAN

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

Oven Wizards

Element Property Services

a: 27 Dixon Close, Maidstone ME15 6SS t: 01622 410057 m: 07837 751611 c: John e: john@maidstonelocksmiths.com www.maidstonelocksmiths.com Free estimates.

24 hour emergency service.

Domestic and Commercial.

All types of locks supplied & fitted.

UPVC specialists.

KCC trading standard approved.

t: 01622 616168 m: 07751 833305 www.ovenwizards.com Your oven, hob and extractor will sparkle like new! Our non-toxic process uses in-van cleaning tanks, no caustics in your home, makes no smell or mess, leaves your oven gleaming and ready to use straightaway. Prices from £49. Established in 2006, used and trusted by 1000’s of local clients. Take a look at our website to see reviews from local customers.

LOFT LADDERS & HATCHES

Loft ladders supplied and fitted with a hinged hatch. Also loft flooring.

Qualified City & Guilds carpenter.

Fully insured for your peace of mind.

All work guaranteed. 30 years exp.

Kent based property maintenance business, specialising in: pressure washing, gutter cleaning/repairs/ installation, internal & external painting, garden maintenance/ clearance, general repairs/handyman services.

ROOFING

William Kent & Sons Roofing

LOFT LADDERS Tel: 01732 840744 Mobile: 07751 256725 FREE ESTIMATES

m: 07583 401416 c: Jack Pickering e: elementpropertyserviceskent@ kkgmail.com f/b: @elementpropertyservices

t: 01732 824059 m: 07778 586865

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All roof work undertaken: roofing repairs, renewals, flat roofs, new roofs, lead work, slate, tiles & chimneys. UVPC fascias & soffits & guttering. Lofts insulated fitted.

All exterior decorating.

All work guaranteed.

No job too small. Free quotation.

Family run business.

Registered waste carrier.

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TLC Scrap Metal

CC Travel

Isla Law Ltd

t: 07804 057096 c: Tom Calvert

Man with flat-bed truck available for free metal collection.

Clearance work undertaken 90% of rubbish recycled.

Fully licensed to remove and transport scrap and rubbish.

SKIP HIRE

m: 07703 803468 c: Colin e: colincooper39@gmail.com Gatwick from £50 Heathrow from £80 Local to long distance Licensed & insured to carry 8 people.

FREE onboard Wifi.

Reliable, friendly, door to door service based in East Malling.

WINDOWS

TREE SURGERY

Acorn Glacier

Haffenden Skip Hire a: East Malling t: 01732 871858 or 01732 840116 m: 07850 049246

2yd to 12yd skips available.

Local reliable service.

Call for competitive rates.

t: 01732 810695 m: 07734 087425 c: Amanda & Mathew Everest e: handetrees@outlook.com

www.handetrees.co.uk

NPTC qualified and fully insured.

All aspects of tree, hedge and stump grinding work carried out. We are a local friendly business. We offer a professional service from start to finish. All our quotes are free.

SOLICITORS

UPHOLSTERY

Diligent Law Solicitors

Interior Decor

a: 20 Churchill Square, ME19 4YU t: 01732 316000 e: info@dligentlaw.co.uk www.diligentlaw.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 15) SOLICITORS

Laker Legal Solicitors t: 01732 757071 e: info@lakerlegal.co.uk www.lakerlegal.co.uk

t: 01622 239766 m: 07825 575826 c: Ruth Pannell MA (Cantab) TEP e: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk www.islalaw.co.uk Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney & Probate.

Family business based in Maidstone.

Over 10 years' experience.

Fully regulated and insured.

Contactless appointments available.

We do weekend and evening appoints.

Fair, fixed fees agreed in advance.

a: Decor House, Walnut Tree Farm Ryarsh, West Malling, Kent ME19 5LJ t: 01732 871042 e: interiordecor@hotmail.co.uk

a: Parkwood Ind. Estate, ME15 9YR t: 01732 550054 m: 07860 831791 e: info@acornglassline.co.uk www.acornglassline.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 19) WINDOWS

The Window Man

m: 07961 442810 e: johnnytheglass@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 25)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

Furniture Recovered; Cushion refilling service. Handmade curtains, blinds of all types supplied and fitted.

Est: over 30 years Highly recommended City and Guilds qualified.

(See Colour Ad On Page 17) SPANISH LESSONS

MERRY CHRISTMAS WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

Humphrey & Scace

t: 01732 252540 e: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk www.humphreyandscace.co.uk

WINDOW CLEANING

All Clean Windows

t/f: 01622 745179 c: Jean Tandy e: jean.tandy@virginmedia.com Friendly professional service using both traditional method and/or purified water-fed pole system.

We also clean gutter soffit and fascias, conservatories, inc. roofs and 3 storey houses.

Fully insured.

Very competitive prices.

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Richard Hills Cert CII 07753 335044 Independent Commercial Insurance Broker I am an appointed representative based near West Malling, so for all your Business Insurance requirements please contact myself today.

e: richard.hills@westfieldinsurance.co.uk www.westfieldinsurance.co.uk

In print, in the local area, supporting local businesses for 17 years!

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‘THE AERIAL MAN’

Family business - established 30 years

DIGITAL TV AERIAL SERVICES

YOUR LOCAL TV/RADIO AERIAL SPECIALIST SPECIAL RATES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS NO CALL OUT CHARGE, XTRA POINTS FULLY INSURED Enjoy your free digital channels CCTV Installation

Tel: 01732 883542 or: 01622 871614 Kings Hill

ASPECTS

PLUMBING & HEATING

Plumbing, Heating, Boilers, Tanks, Cylinders, Showers, Taps and much more.

Call Jamie

01732 671 131

Andy Payne Electrical Contractors Domestic and Commercial Electrician Registered with Napit Fully insured and C&G qualified All aspects of electrical work undertaken Landlord safety inspections EICR Please see website for prices and information.

Call 07830 456928 or 01732 843661 info@andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk www.andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk

BGG Groundwork & Landscaping Contractors All aspects of Groundwork & Landscaping undertaken.

Driveways, patios, fencing, foundations, drainage.

Ground clearance, concreting, etc.

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DON’T RISK BLOCKED GUTTERS.... exposing your home to damp & rot Sky Vac Cleaning system prevents costly repairs

• Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 3 storeys.

01622 430290 or 07581 154499

• On board camera for precision cleaning.

• Accesses above restricted areas such as conservatories, extensions, valley/box gutters, garages and small spaces.

• Gutter repairs.

Free camera inspection & estimate.

GUTTER CLEANING FROM £50

All major credit/debit cards taken.

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PLEASE CALL Mark Killick 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 mik1969@hotmail.co.uk Search Bramko Ltd for 5* reviews

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GLEAMING CLEANING Always busy?

No time for cleaning?

Ironing pile getting bigger?

Garden that never stops growing?

Hoovering & dusting getting you down?

Call us to leave your house gleaming!

Need any painting or decorating?

No job too BIG or too SMALL! For a professional 1-2-1 service with A Smile Free quotation 1st clean 10% Off Call Terri: 07486 860647 or 07769 996921

Leaflet Print & Distribution 5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£295+vat

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CARPETS (Average) Normal Rate Special Rate Single Room (12’x12’) £ 62 Through Room (12x18’) £ 76 Hall, Stairs & Landing £ 76

£ 31 £ 38 £ 38

UPHOLSTERY 3 Piece Suite Leather 3 Piece Suite

£ 104 £ 166

£ 52 £ 83

CURTAINS Full length Half length

£ 94 £ 62

£ 47 £ 31

No Hidden Extras All prices inclusive of VAT. FREE PHONE 0800 6942024 THROUGHOUT THE SOUTH EAST Office Hours: 9am-7pm (Sat 10am-1pm)

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Specialist Fabric Treatment Stainshield - Deodorising Treatment Anti-Allergy Treatment - Conditioner

Hylton Plumbing Services Tel: Mobile:

01732 843086 0797 0528822

Email: hylton@hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk

Contact Hylton Reliable Qualified Plumber with 20 years experience Public Liability Insured No Call Out Fee

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HOMEFRESH

TRADE ONLY

FREE kitchen design service

DEPOT NOW OPEN IN PADDOCK WOOD Open your trade account today 01892 202 200

Kitchens - Joinery - Hardware - Flooring - Appliances Transfesa Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge TN12 6UT HOWDENS.COM

Domestic Property Maintenance For All Your Handyman & DIY needs Painting & Decorating - Wallpapering - Tiling & Small Carpentry - Shelving - Furniture Assembly Door Hanging - Guttering - Hedge Trimming Gardening Patio and Drive Power Washing Estate Agent Approved. No Job Too Small.

Free Estimates & Friendly Advice Full Public Liability Insurance.

Call Bob on 07726 525633 or email insideoutproperties@hotmail.co.uk

Leaflet Print & Distribution 5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£295+vat

10,000 A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£550+vat

Give us a call or drop us an email.

01732 521494 or 01732 795777

info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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Marshalls Landscape Contractors Turfing, Fencing, Driveways, Block Paving, Patios, Decking and Rotivating.

Full landscaping service.

Fully insured.

City & Guilds.

All work undertaken currently comes with a 3 year guarantee.

Contact: Tom Mobile: 07768 911241 or 01732 807997 Unit 1, Hernewell Farm, London Road West Malling, ME19 5DD www.marshallslandscapes.com www.facebook.com/MarshallsKent/

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THE WINDOW MAN

PERSONAL & LEISURE

Sash cords replaced.

Greenhouses repaired.

Windows supplied.

Mirrors supplied and fitted.

Broken glass repaired & fitted.

New handles supplied & fitted.

Broken double glazed units repaired & fitted.

Lead light & stained glass repaired.

Established 50 years

Call 07961 442810

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West Malling & Offham’s Christmas services Offham Sun 19 Dec 16:00 Christingle service Tue 21 Dec 20:00 St Michael’s Carol Service/guest choir Sat 25 Dec 09:15 Christmas Day Communion Sun 26 Dec 10:00 Joint Benefice Service West Malling Sun 19 Dec 18:00 – St Mary’s Carol Service* Fri 24 Dec 15:30 – Christingle service with Nativity play Fri 24 Dec 17:00 – Christingle service with Nativity play* Fri 24 Dec 23:15 – Midnight Mass* Sat 25 Dec 08:00 – BCP Holy Communion Sat 25 Dec 10:00 – Christmas Day Communion* Sun 2 Jan 10:00 – Joint Benefice Service* Covid safety restrictions are in place at all services.

Please wear a face covering. * - Services asterisked will also be live-streamed via the church website.

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Useful Numbers • Alzheimer’s Society 01892 835498 • Multiple Sclerosis Society - SE Kent Branch 08453 970543

COUNCIL • Tonbridge & Malling BC, Gibson Building, Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 844522

DOCTORS • Kings Hill, Leybourne and West Malling 01732 870212 • Chaucer Way, Larkfield 01732 841213

• Ryarsh Church Hall (Anita Parkins) 01732 842232 • Ryarsh Village Hall Contact: Booking Secretary Ba Storey Mobile 07891 307833, and e mail ryarshbookings@gmail.com

• Trottiscliffe Village Hall Contact: Jacqui Peachy – 01732 823630

•K ings Hill School, Crispin Way, Kings Hill, West Malling 01732 842739

• Snodland Community Centre Contact: Bookings Sectretary info@snodlandcommunitycentre.org 07714 998127

•M ereworth County Primary School, 39 The Street, Mereworth 01622 812569

• Wateringbury Village Hall 075 3532 0552

• Snodland Medical Centre 01634 240296

• West Malling Village Hall (WMVH) Contact: Ann Turner 01732 844824

• Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone 01622 729000

LIBRARY • 22-24 High Street, West Malling 03000 413131 (Saturday 9am-1pm, Closed on Mondays. Tuesdays to Fridays 9am-6pm) • Library Service (Mobile) Call for fortnightly stops. http://www.kent.gov.uk/leisure_and_ culture/libraries/services_for_everyone/ mobile_libraries.aspx • Snodland Library, 15-17 High Street, Snodland, ME6 5DA (Saturday 9am-1pm, Closed on Mondays. Tuesdays to Fridays 9am-6pm)

•M ereworth Pre-school, Mereworth Village Hall, Butchers Lane, Mereworth 01732 870456 •M ore Park RC Primary School, Lucks Hill, West Malling 01732 843047

PHARMACIES

•O ffham Primary School, Church Road, Offham 01732 842355

• Kings Hill Pharmacy, 6 Liberty Square 01732 845612

•R yarsh Primary School, Birling Road, Ryarsh 01732 870600

• Boots, 85-87 High Street, West Malling 01732 843389

•S t James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912

• Paydens Ltd, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 843203

POLICE

•S t Katherine’s School, St Katherine’s Lane, Snodland, Kent ME6 5EJ (www.stkatherineskent.co.uk) 01634 240061

• Police Community Support Officer Kings Hill, Ditton, Offham, Addington, Trottisliffe. Amy.sears@kent.police.uk 07866 229672

•T he Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995

• Kent Police 101

• T rottiscliffe C of E Primary School, School Lane, Trottiscliffe 01732 822803

LOCAL HALLS

• TMBC Community Warden Supervisor Martin Smith 07969 584173

• Addington Village Hall 01732 843180

RSPCA

• Church Farm Hall 01732 844546

• RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 1230751

• East Malling Village Hall 01732 844546

• Lunsford Primary School, Swallow Road 001732 843352 •K ings Hill Pre School, 70 Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 840180

• The Granary, Larkfield 01732 844546

• 14 Pelican Court, Wateringbury 01622 814466

HOSPITAL

•L eybourne St Peter & Paul Primary School, Rectory Lane North, Leybourne 01732 842008

•W est Malling C of E Primary School, Norman Road, West Malling 01732 842061

TRAINS • National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50

• East Malling Institute, Mill Street Contact: Roger Roud 01732 840828

SAMARITANS

• Kings Hill Community Centre (KHCC) Contact: Morgan Fuller khcc@kingshillparish.gov.uk 01732 220919

SCHOOLS

COVID VACCINATION HELPLINE

• Brookfield Infants School, Swallow Road, Larkfield 01732 840955

• P hone 0330 320 4444, between 8.30am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

• Larkfield Village Hall 01732 844546 • Leybourne Village Hall 01732 873722 • Mereworth Village Hall Contact: Rebecca Simmons on 01732875963 and e-mail Mereworth.bookings@hotmail.com • Offham Village Hall Contact: bookingsoffhamvillagehall@gmail.com

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• Brookfield Junior School, Swallow Road, Larkfield 01732 843667 • The Discovery School, Discovery Drive, Kings Hill 01732 847000 • Holmesdale Technology College, Malling Road, Snodland ME6 5HS office@holmesdale.kent.sch.uk 01634 240416

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THURSDAYS

SUNDAYS

2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, 1 New Hythe Lane for beginners.

(2nd) 2pm Leybourne Active Retirement Assoc. meet at Leybourne Village Hall. Roy 01732 846050

10am St Gabriel’s, Kings Hill Church of England Holy Communion/Eucharist at DiscoverySchool, Kings Hill.

12.45pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Easy level.

2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715

(3rd) 2-4pm Kings Hill Active Retirement Assoc. meet at KHCC. (See Ad on P27)

7.30pm Kings Hill Rotary Club. Contact to find out more. khrc09@yahoo.com

FRIDAYS

TUESDAYS

9.15 - 10.30am Network B2B for local businesses via zoom. Call Anna on 07939 248983 for info or to book a space.

.30pm Group running from Larkfield Leisure 7 Centre. www.larkfieldac.co.uk

(3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield Active Retirement Association meets at Larkfield Village Hall. For membership forms please call Chris Baker, membership secretary on 01732 873705.

7pm Malling Rotary Club. Contact for more info: www.malling-rotary.org.uk

8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100.

WEDNESDAYS SATURDAYS (2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. For info, contact Karin, mketgroup21@gmail.com

Please submit regular or one off events by 13th December to be included in January 2022 whether they are in person or via zoom. info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

...ALSO THIS MONTH Friday 26 November 8.30pm Out of Bounds Comedy @ The Wheatsheaf, West Malling. Starring Bennett Arron. Tickets available at £15 www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 07976 637804.

Saturday 27 November 7pm Kings Hill Rotary Club present An Evening with Renowned Historian Jacques Arnold. East Malling VH, Tickets £15.50 with licensed bar. khrc09@yahoo.com Sunday 28 November 9.30am West Malling Farmers Market in the High Street.

Saturday 4 December 8pm Whitney Houston Tribute night at The Spitfire. Free entry Tuesday 7 December 8pm Out of Bounds Comedy IN THE GARDEN @ The Chequers, Aylesford. Starring Rich Wilson. Tickets available at £8 www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 01622 717286.

Friday 10-19 December Castlemas at Tonbridge Castle (See page 3) Saturday 11 December 12-3pm Christmas Market at The Discovery School, Kings Hill, ME19 4GJ. Santa, tombola, mulled wine, Christmas shopping.

Tuesday 21 December 8pm Out of Bounds Comedy @ The Moat, Wrotham. Starring TBA. Tickets available from www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 07976 637804.

Thursday 30 December 8.30pm Out of Bounds Comedy @ The Wheatsheaf, West Malling. Starring Jeff Innocent. Tickets available at £15 www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 07976 637804.

Saturday 29 January 9.30pm-3pm Postcard Fair at St George’s Church Hall, Gravesend, DA11 0TB. Free admission. Refreshments available.

Saturday 12 February 9.30am-3pm East Malling Grand Stamp Fair at East Malling VH, ME19 6DD. Free admission and car park. Refreshments available.

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