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Month 25: April 2011
Distribution 10,000 homes & businesses
Your monthlY guide to local services in and around
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Dear Readers As the sun begins to shine we are looking forward to a busy month, beginning with Mothers’ Day then Easter Weekend followed by the Royal Wedding!
and Demelza House both of whom really need as much funding as possible. As Jane’s children benefit from respite at Demelza, it is very close to our hearts!
We have tried to include all the events we have been sent but we are sure there are many more so please do support them where possible.
We also have the Spadework Open weekend, another charity organisation which undertakes tuition in a number of subject areas for Adults with Learning Disabilities from the local area.
We are featuring Music on the Hill weekend this month to encourage you to buy your tickets! All the profits will go to The Children’s Development Trust
In addition to this, you will find that Rotary Clubs of Maidstone, Maidstone Dawn Patrol and sponsors Scipac Ltd are organ-
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ising Young Musician of the year. The final is being held on the 13th May so it would be great to support the budding musicians of Kent. Our front cover has again been sent in by Robert Lucas of West Malling. Please feel free to send in your photos of local scenes this Spring and Summer. Have a great month. Anna & Jane
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a accountants taxassist accountants 714 london road, larkfield me20 6Bl tel: 0845 5212241 mobile: 07808 896292 contact: gary richards garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk www.taxassist.co.uk/garyrichards Full range of services for small businesses. Fixed fees. Friendly local service with meetings at your home or premises. (See Colour ad on Page 23)
the aerial man tel: 01732 883542 01622 871614 mobile: 07910 288086 satellite tv in all rooms. new digital aerials. Free to view channels. no subscription fees. itv2, c5 etc. insurance (storm damage jobs undertaken) special rates for senior citizens. no call out charge. all work and equipment guaranteed. (See Colour ad on Page 18)
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Whitebeam audio Visual Services tel: 01732 479039 mobile: 07951 102121 contact: steve Passfield
optimus Business Services
specialist installers of tv aerials, satellite dishes and systems. extra tv points to any rooms. city & guilds trained engineers. Fully insured. Free estimates and good advice. (See Colour ad on Page 23)
Book keeping and payroll service for sole traders and smaller businesses. let us look after the books while you look after your business. call to discuss your company’s requirements.
artist Christopher marshall luddesdowne nr meopham tel/Fax: 01474 813434 contact: christopher marshall info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints.
tel: 01622 716126 mobile: 07908 143355 contact: debbie contact@optimusbusinessservices.co.uk
Building services artisan Developments ltd “the extension specialists” tel: 01622 729424 Fax: 01622 725207 artisandevs@aol.com www.artisandevelopments.com the clean and efficient extension specialists with experience and references in your local area. (See Colour ad on Page 18)
aerials 1st For aerials tel: 01732 361174 mobile: 07515 775 662 new digital aerials multi point systems Full tv installs old aerials dismantled Fully insured all work guaranteed special senior citizen rates Free quotes given all work carried out to a high standard at low prices.
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FHD Property Services 3 eden Way Kings hill me19 4gY tel: 01732 870220 mobile: 07767 355563 contact: ray may www.fhdpropertyservices.co.uk extensions - renovations Kitchens and bathrooms ceramic tiling - Painting Fitting of wooden & laminate floors repairs & home maintenance For complete service and guaranteed satisfaction. all work fully insured.
Paul tann ltd tel: 01732 842863 mobile: 07956 313287 0 7834 810453 contact: Paul 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.
B-C Business oPPortunitY Utility Warehouse Discount Club authorised Distributor networking marketing Business tel: 01732 521494 contact: Jane marshall jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.make-moneywithme.co.uk major British Plc is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided. call for more information.
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Britannia mot & Repair Centre ltd unit 1, Britannia Business Park mills road, aylesford me20 7nt tel: 01622 718888 contact: Jill crayford info@britmot.co.uk www.britmot.co.uk Family run business offering mot’s and Full mechanical repairs, including servicing, tyre replacement and tracking, air conditioning and diagnostic analysis. (See Colour ad on Page 18)
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car service & rePairs autocraft 778 london road larkfield Kent tel: 01732 840892 contact: John Podd main@autocraftlarkfield.co.uk Book on line and receive annual reminders via text or email at www.autocraftlarkfield.co.uk mot’s - servicing & repairs diagnostics air conditioning Body repairs and resprays
Chatfield Carpentry tel: 01732 871449 mobile: 07985 273773 contact: steve Wheeler 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 expereince city and guilds qualified.
RED Carpentry tel: 01622 751447 mobile: 07896 904056 contact: richard dillon exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted. all types of windows. solid & laminate flooring. Kitchens fitted. all types of carpentry work undertaken. over 30 years experience.
carPet cleaning Castle Cleaning tel: 01622 769990 mobile: 07920 840972 contact: dean Baker dean@castle-cleaning.co.uk www.castle-cleaning.co.uk specialist in carpet, upholstery & hard Floor cleaning (sealed Wood, stone, ceramic, terrazzo etc) Patio and driveway cleaning service Powerful truck mounted system carpets dry in 2 hours. spot and stain removal service. no harmful chemicals. Fully insured and iicrc certified don’t forget to mention the local oracle
music on the Hill charity event in Kings hill tel: 0844 873 7339 www.musiconthehill.org.uk 24-26th June 2011 Katherine Jenkins mcFly stacey solomon and many more (See Colour ad on Page 15) Spadework teston road, offham West malling, Kent me19 5na tel: 01732 870002 www.spacework.net annual open Weekend Friday 6th may sunday 8th may 10am-4pm (See Colour ad on Page 22)
cleaning - domestic a little more time tel: 01622 204717 mobile: 07777 603309 contact: nadine edwards domestic cleaning and ironing service. Weekly, fortnightly and one off. Free collection & delivery service. competitive rates. Fully insured. crB checked.
time For You tel: 01277 263984 mobile: 07590 543848 contact: Kathrine kathrine.branton@timeforyou.co.uk www.timeforyou.co.uk local cleaners all personally vetted and reference checked. Friendly, honest and reliable providing a thorough professional cleaning and ironing service. same dedicated cleaner each week. typical rate £9.50ph
C comPuter suPPort aa Computer Services tel: 01732 848988 mobile : 07904 910400 info@aa-computerservices.co.uk www.aa-computerservices.co.uk 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!
aPC manpower Computer Services tel: 01732 824511 mob: 07867771078 service@pcmanpower.co.uk virus & malware specialist if you think you`re inFected give us a call Pc not booting or Blank screen slow or unresponsive adsl setup/Wireless/router issues no FiX then no Fee
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tel: 01622 721000 www.kes.uk.com computer repairs and upgrades for home and small Business users. virus & spyware removal. internet setup & home networking. how can we help you today? 10% off your first job with this ad. (See Colour ad on Page 20) SYSK Computer Services tel: 01732 773805 mobile: 07881 836567 info@sysk.co.uk www.sysk.co.uk small Business server specialist. Whatever your it requirements, we can help. microsoft certified, fully insured. server and Pc maintenance. antivirus solutions, networking and remote access. iPhone and Blackberry integration.
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apollo trade Windows 539 loose road maidstone Kent me15 9uQ
tel: 01732 842963 mobile: 07921 313966 contact: elaine harvey ekharvey@btinternet.com www.counsellorkent.co.uk
tel: 01622 744411 Fax: 01622 744141 mail@apollotradewindows.co.uk www.apollotradewindows.co.uk
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Windows, doors & conservatories “nobody does it better” (See Colour ad on Page 3) trade glaze units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works lower road, east Farleigh maidstone Kent me15 0hd tel: 01622 725444 Fax: 01622 721111 ad2000@btconnect.com www.trade-glaze.co.uk Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories. top quality products with top quality service. (See Back Page ad)
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Parrish Painting & Decorating tel: 01622 741606 mobile: 07967 190588 contact: mark For all your decorating needs. a friendly, reliable service at competitive rates. Qualified and fully insured. call for a free, no obligation quote. don’t forget to mention the local oracle
douBle glaZing rePairs SoS Window Works the Bounds, aylesford, Kent, me20 7lZ tel: 01622 206690 mobile: 07779 006696 soswindowworks@tiscali.co.uk double glazing repairs & maintenance, misted units, broken glass, broken hinges and handles, lockouts, emergency entry, door adjustment, child restrictors, patio door rollers, cat flaps, letter boxes and velux windows. Fensa (See Colour ad on Page 22)
electricians Domestic and Residential Electrical Services tel: 01622 870147 mobile: 07515 159821 email: info@darelectric.co.uk www.darelectric.co.uk 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.
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need an electrician? i am fully qualified, insured and ‘Part P’ registered with naPit. all work welcome from additional sockets to full rewires. i guarantee quality workmanship with a punctual and polite service. Please call for a free no obligation quote. (see website for testimonials). PgS Electrical tel: 0800 098 8829 mobile: 07828 977562 pgselectrical@gmail.com inspecting & testing, new installations, Fault finding and rewires. extra sockets/lighting exterior lighting Fully qualified, clean and tidy, all installations inspected, tested and certified to 17th edition wiring regulations. Free quotations. (See Colour ad on Page 21)
Fencing Parkers Fencing & gate automation tel: 01732 874487 Fax: 01732 522359 mobile: 07787 157618 contact: darren Parker www.parkersfencing.co.uk all types of fencing - wooden and metal supplied and erected. gates, railings, barriers, on site welding; landscaping, block paving, patios, decking, pergolas. Family run business. Free quotes. over 18 yrs experience.
FLORIST lyn’s Floral Designs 44 martin square, larkfield aylesford, Kent me20 6QJ tel: 01732 844805 www.lynsfloraldesigns.co.uk Fresh & silk arrangements for all occasions including Wedding flowers and accessories, crafts, gifts, Partyware plus much more… local, national & international deliveries arranged from the shop in martin square – see you there… Free parking.
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tel: 01732 871188 www.dovesfunerals.co.uk
the landscapers tel: 01634 850020 mobile: 07711222142 contact: daniel daniel@the-landscapers.co.uk www.the-landscapers.co.uk
Professional Funeral directors 24 hour service Pre paid funeral plans monumental masonry Floral tributes & mourning stationery horse-drawn hearse & other specialist vehicles available.
all aspects of soft and hard landscaping. From design to installation. Patios, decking, retaining walls, block paving, turfing, planting & fencing. Fully insured and qualified. Free estimates.
Doves Funerals 788 london road larkfield Kent me20 6Be
garage doors garage Door associates showroom and head office 18 holborough road, snodland tel: 01732 590085 www.garagedoorassociates.co.uk supply and install all makes and styles of garage door. repairs and spares automation diY advice. awnings recommended by Kent trading standards
garden design Purple arbour – garden Design tel: 01732 355205 mobile: 07801 596726 contact: vanessa Foster-crouch vanessa@purplearbour.com www.purplearbour.com complete design & landscaping service -designs and planting schemes -Ponds and water features -decking and Paving -tree surgery and clearance -trained horticulturalists Free consultations
GARDEN FURNITURE Woodstock garden Furniture the hermitage, hermitage lane maidstone, me16 9nt tel: 01622 727900 www.woodstockworks.co.uk all weather furniture. hardwood furniture. Benches, gazebos, arbours. Pots, chimeneas, solar lighting plus much more. (See Colour ad on Page 23) don’t forget to mention the local oracle
Yew tree landscapes larkfield tel: 01732 848179 mobile: 07850 175077 contact: Kevin Kennett yewtreelandscapes1@tiscali.co.uk general building work. driveways, Block paving, Brickwork, turfing, decking, Fencing, hard and soft landscaping, garden maintenance. Free estimates, fully insured. experienced & professional service. 25 years experience.
garden maintenance gPm garden Services ltd tel: 01732 841904 (answerphone) mobile: 07801 440994 contact: Peter roberts gpmpete@btinternet.com Full maintenance grass cutting and hedge cutting lawn treatment garden clearance
garden services V & S garden Services tel: 01732 521224 mobile: 07958 997336 contact: sue or vince all garden maintenance/clearance. hedge cutting/weeding. lawn mowing. Pressure washing patios or driveways. either as a one off job or on a regular basis. Fully insured & own tools supplied. Free estimates. very reasonable rates.
g gas & heating services Samsian ltd tel: 01732 821951 contact: dan service@samsian.co.uk www.samsian.co.uk gas appliance, heating service & repair. cookers, Fires, Boilers, Warm air, hot Water, Pumps, timers, radiators etc. competitive, local & reliable (See Colour ad on Page 22)
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the Chrysalis Centre ditton, aylesford. tel: 01732 841219 mobile: 07854019807 contact: heather lawrence heather@thechrysaliscentre.co.uk www.thechrysaliscentre.co.uk hypnotherapy for: habits, confidence, smoking cessation, weight control, stress, anxiety and much more. hypnogastricBand© - specifically for those with Bmi 30+ hypnoBirthing® - feel relaxed, calm and in control. childbirth without fear! Quote ‘the oracle’ for 20% off!
tel: 01732 840439 onthefringe@btconnect.com open tuesday - saturday Beauty service also available. Friendly and personal service. Free ample parking. Paul mitchell stockist. (See Colour ad on Page 19)
healthY homes Westy gas mobile: 07407 700016 contact: les
EnviroVent West malling tel: 0845 27 27 807 mobile: 07789 728540 www.envirovent.com
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award winning, eco-friendly ventilation. improve your family’s home & health, save energy, reduce the main trigger for asthma, cut down noise & stop condensation. Free surveys.
From production to distribution. We can help you reach new customers for your business. We can distribute from 1,000 up to 36,000 leaflets each month in the area of your choice. call to book your space. (See Colour ad on Page 20)
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Henderstone West malling tel/fax: 01622 747040 mobile: 07809 827635 contact: ryan henderson www.henderstone.co.uk info@henderstone.co.uk Beautiful granite work tops. Professionally installed at affordable prices. also natural wall and floor coverings. Free site survey. (See Colour ad on Page 20)
Her Paint Pot tel: 01634831204 mobile: 07971918619 contact: ren interior and exterior decorating, wallpapering, mural painting, pet (cat, dog, horse) portrait or handmade sculpture, great gift. driftwood and bespoke furniture made to order. tiling. old into new, take away a little, add a little or complete change in your home or garden. Free estimate. Fully insured.
central heating service & repairs small gas appliances - fires, cookers etc - installation & repair Free advice/quotations no call out Fee gas safe registered
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tis Best House Clearances tel: 01634 242712 (evenings) mobile: 07757 016275 contact: terry info@tisbesthouseclearance.co.uk www.tisbesthouseclearance.co.uk a Professional & Friendly service tailored to your needs. Full & Partial house clearances undertaken. including sheds, garages & gardens. reliability & discretion guaranteed Free estimates – competitive Prices Fully insured e.a. registered Waste carrier don’t forget to mention the local oracle
JDa locksmiths Kent tel: 01622 410057 contact: John john@johnayre.wanadoo.co.uk www.maidstonelocksmiths.com Free estimates. 24 hour emergency service. domestic and commercial. all types of locks supplied & fitted. uPvc specialists. lock Rite tel: 01622 611872 mobile: 07858 187706 contact: chris no call out charge. hinges, handles, double glazing repairs. locks replaced/upgraded, uPvc specialist, 24hr emergency door opening. Fast Friendly service.
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Utility Warehouse Discount Club authorised Distributor networking marketing Business tel: 01732 521494 contact: Jane marshall jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.save-moneywithme.co.uk uW membership gives you access to the best value utility service in the uK & a host of money-saving member benefits. contact me for more info. (See Colour ad on Page 16)
John Stewart & associates suite 4 10 churchill square Kings hill me19 4du tel: 01732 523441 over 10 years experience in treating long term aches & pains to acute sprains & strains. each treatment tailored for the individual, from the newborn to the elderly. early morning, evening & saturday appointments available. the majority of major insurance companies accepted. Free & convenient parking, with treatment room on ground floor.
oven Hero tel: 01622 753300 info@ovenhero.com www.ovenhero.com local independent company. We clean ovens, grills, hobs, agas, ranges, extractors and microwaves. amazing results. We use non-toxic products. Prices from £35. let us do the hard work for you!
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o-r oddJoBs the oddjobs Company (SE) ltd tel: 01732 848640 mobile: 07930 244454 contact: mark Warrington www.oddjobscompany.co.uk From a tap to bathroom, From shelf to shed. For all your oddjob requirements that you don’t have time for.
oven angels tel: 01892 514552 mobile: 07901 857608 ovenangels@onetel.com www.ovenangels.co.uk Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products. now in their 12th year. Prices from £40. Fully insured. as written in the evening standard & daily telegraph. ovenclean tel: 0800 840 7127 mobile: 07875 622785 www.ovenclean.com the original oven cleaning specialists. Friendly professional service. completely safe, eco-friendly cleaning system. no fumes, no mess, no bother. removes grease, fat and burnt on carbon deposits. (See Colour ad on Page 21)
PAVING JoBE Construction tel: 01732 844842 mobile: 07866 683569 contact: Bernard Jobe specialist in block paving, tarmac driveways, patios and paths drop kerbs - Kcc registered. garden Fencing call for free advice and estimates
PET SERVICES Cat nanny mobile: 07842 567574 thecatnanny@hotmail.co.uk looking after your cat/small pets while you are away. visiting your home once/twice daily. Providing a caring and reliable service. references and crB check provided.
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all aspects of plastering & rendering Friendly & professional internal & external skimming high quality finish Free estimates
Wall 2 Wall Plastering tel: 01634 313326 mobile: 07843 881657 contact: Joe Bunting wall2wallplastering@hotmail.co.uk Fully qualified Plasterer. internal & external plastering. rendering & pebble dashing. skimming & plaster boarding. coving. Friendly & tidy service. Free quotes.
PlumBers aJS Plumbing Services mobile: 07702 408948 contact: amanda ajsplumbingservices@blueyonder.co.uk
gas safe registered engineer & qualified plumber all gas and plumbing work undertaken Free estimates no call out charge no vat
tel: 01622 795910 propertyservices@rbli.co.uk Flat Pack assembly small Plumbing and electrics gardening decorating no call out Fee no Job too small. (See Colour ad on Page 21)
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Pollydrew Plumbing larkfield
Delay & Son
tel: 01732 321500 mobile: 07873 401390 info@pollydrew-plumbing.net www.pollydrew-plumbing.net
tel: 01892 514439 mobile: 07525 41883 contact: Bobby delay bdelay@hotmail.co.uk
all domestic plumbing, installations, service and maintenance work carried out by professional, qualified plumber. Public liability insured. no call out charge.
cheaper than a skip. house clearance. Plus we load. Free quotes. 7 days a week. contracts accepted.
Quality Plumbing tel: 01634 861801 mobile: 07764 792046 contact: dave or tim
Fully qualified female plumber. all domestic plumbing repairs, maintenance and new installation work undertaken. taps, leaks, overflows, basins, sinks, wc’s, full bathroom suites and much more. no job too small. Free estimates and advice.
Friendly & reliable family run business c.i.P.h.e. registered Free estimates and advice dripping taps to Bathrooms Wall and floor tiling shower specialists (aqualisa/mira etc.) all hot Water systems incl. unvented. Public liability insured. no vat on labour.
Hylton Plumbing Services West malling tel: 01732 843086 mobile: 07970 528822 contact: hylton visser ahmail@btinternet.com www.hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk
WDE Bathrooms & Kitchens tel/Fax: 01732 872333. mobile: 07802 202666 contact: Warren edwards warren@leybournelakes.fsnet.co.uk www.WdeBathrooms.co.uk
Qualified plumber with 20 yrs exp. Public liability insured. no call out fee. maintenance plumbing, burst pipes, hot water cylinders, blocked drains, radiators, leaking taps, new loft tanks. 24hr emergency call out.
Beautiful Bathrooms created by team of professional tradesmen. all city and guilds trained. supply and fit or fit only service. all tiling - inc. natural stone plus normal plumbing services. Work guaranteed and fully insured.
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s-t sKiP hire Haffenden Skip Hire east malling tel: 01732 871858 or 01732 840116 mobile: 07850 049246 2yd to 12yd skips available. local reliable service. call for competitive rates.
S solicitors graham Colley Solicitor tel: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors local solicitors practice specialising in Wills, Probate advice, inheritance tax, updating Wills (codicils), Powers of attorney and court of Protection. home visits, evening appointments and Fixed Fees available. (See Colour ad on Page 19)
soul music the Soul Survivor magazine tel: 01732 844246 info@thesoulsurvivors.co.uk www.thesoulsurvivors.co.uk the info. provider for the soul survivor. interviews with top soul artists including: smokey robinson, mica Paris, cameo, Brand new heavies, incognito and many more. check out the website to see our online magazine. (See Colour ad on Page 22)
sWeet shoP Cloud nine abbey arcade 98 high street West malling Kent tel: 01732 522533 contact: suzanne www.cloudninesweets.co.uk all your favourite sweets, party bags & sticks made to order neW candy cakes any size/colour new chocolate counter with delicious luxury english truffles and chocolate now available. a full range of gifts. (See Colour ad on Page 18)
t-W travel agent travel Counsellors tel: 0845 058 7312 mobile: 07961 843580 contact: claire summers claire.summers@travelcounsellors.com travelcounsellors.co.uk/claire.summers aylesford independent travel agent who prides herself on finding the right holiday for you at no extra cost. available evenings, weekends and daytime. all bookings financially protected by unique trust. (See Colour ad on Page 23)
w WeB design Web Expand tel: 01732 842454 info@webexpand.co.uk www.webexpand.co.uk new office is West malling. Free google survey. e-commerce/online shops. Personal service. (See Colour ad on Page 17)
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W WindoWs apollo trade Windows 539 loose road maidstone Kent me15 9uQ tel: 01622 744411 Fax: 01622 744141 mail@apollotradewindows.co.uk www.apollotradewindows.co.uk Windows, doors & conservatories “nobody does it better” (See Colour ad on Page 3) glass Exchange South East tel: 01732 849191 contact: andy castleden glassexchange@googlemail.com www.glassexchange.co.uk misty windows? We replace just the glass not the frames. all types of double glazing repairs, door and window locks, handles, and hinges, letter boxes and patio doors. (See Colour ad on Page 19)
trade glaze units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works lower road, east Farleigh maidstone Kent me15 0hd tel: 01622 725444 Fax: 01622 721111 ad2000@btconnect.com www.trade-glaze.co.uk Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories. top quality products with top quality service. (See Back Page ad)
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tel: 01622 762350 mobile: 07706 486417 contact: diane kentwigs@hotmail.co.uk
tel/Fax: 01622 745179 contact: Jean tandy gean.tandy@virgin.net
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USEFUl loCal PHonE nUmBERS alzHEimER'S SoCiEtY West Kent Branch - main centre 01732 370330 agE ConCERn rotary house, norman road, West malling CoUnCil maidstone Borough council, maidstone house, Kings street, maidstone www.maidstone.gov.uk tonbridge & malling Bc, gibson Building, gibson drive, Kings hill DoCtoRS thornhills medical Practice, martin square, larkfield the vine medical centre,166 tonbridge road dr d Forsythe, the george holding centre, chaucer Way HoSPital maidstone hospital, hermitage lane, maidstone multiple sclerosis society - maidstone & district liBRaRY castle rd, allington me16 0Pr martin square, larkfield loCal HallS aylesford village community centre, 25 Forstal road aylesford village club Beechwood community hall, marigold Way Barming - martine Jefferys ditton community centre, Kilnbarn road leybourne village hall malling DiStRiCt lionS ClUB - richard Broomfield malling.lions105se.org.uk PHaRmaCiES delmergate oaks Pharmacy, royal British legion village, aylesford Paydens, 12 martin square, larkfield PoliCE maidstone Police control centre neighbourhood Police officers ditton Pc Becky Ballard ditton Pcso robert sayer community Warden ditton John newton RSPCa rsPca leybourne animal centre, 199 castle Way, leybourne, Kent me19 5hW SamaRitanS 48 grecian street, maidstone, me14 2ts SCHoolS allington Primary school, hildenborough crescent, london road aylesford Primary school, teapot lane, aylesford aylesford sports college, teapot lane, aylesford ditton infant school, Pear tree avenue, ditton ditton Junior school, new road, ditton st Peter’s & st Paul’s Pre-school, ditton community centre - Jackie dearden st Peter's church of england Primary school and st Peter's school nursery ltd mount Pleasant, aylesford ditton church Pre-school, church centre - Karolyn Brooker Palace Wood Primary school, talbot road, allington leybourne st Peter & Paul Primary school, rectory lane north, leybourne st James the great Primary school, chapman Way, east malling the malling school, Beech road, east malling tRainS national rail enquiries don’t forget to mention the local oracle
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EVEntS PagE sundays 10am-midday table tennis practise at Barming vh £2 beginners & advanced 01622 790465 sundays 10am Worship at holy trinity, larkfield Parish church. sundays 10-11.15am Football training u13s at ditton community centre sundays 10.30am larkfield community church in lunsford school hall, swallow rd, larkfield. monday 10-11am exercise classes at st andrews church hall, Barming mondays 10am Yoga & Pilates Fusion, capel morris centre, aylesford, rose-marie 01622 715576 mondays 12.40 Beginners and easy line dancing class for over 50’s. larkfield village hall 01732 870715 mondays 2pm intermediate line dancing class for over 50’s. larkfield v.h. 01732 870715 mondays 6-7.15pm Body control Pilates in mereworth. contact lisa 07512 932415 mondays 6.30pm, intermediate Yoga, capel morris centre, aylesford, rose-marie 01622 715576 mondays 7-8pm Weight Watchers Brassey centre aylesford - Judith 01622 683382 mondays 8pm, Beginners Pilates, capel morris centre, aylesford, rose-marie 01622 715576 3rd monday allington castle Wi at Palace Wood school, talbot rd, allington. Joyce Foster 01622 675448 mondays 8.30pm Pilates & stretch for beginners/returners. Jane 07711 790101 fitnessfriends@aol.com tues/sats/sundays 8pm outdoor & social group, various activities, walking/theatre/cycling Peter on 07980 538 941 tuesdays 1-2pm music mayhem at st andrew’s hall, Barming. music & dancing for children 6 wks-5yrs tuesdays 5-6pm light Factory a free club for 5-7 year olds at allington Baptist church 01622685552 tuesdays 6.30-7.30pm & 8pm-9pm exercise classes at tonbridge road, methodist church hall tuedays 6.30pm, Beginners Pilates, capel morris centre, aylesford, rose-marie 01622 715576 tuesdays 6-7.30pm aylesford Knitting group. all skills levels welcome call sue on 01622 792710 tuesdays 7.45pm, Beginners Yoga, capel morris centre, aylesford, rose-marie 01622 715576 Wednesdays 10.45am Body control Pilates in detling (osteoporosis class). contact lisa 07512 932415 Wednesdays 1.30 - 3.30pm little larks toddlers’ club at larkfield methodist church hall, new hythe lane Wednesdays 2.15-3.45pm over 50's friendship group @ allington Baptist church ring cilla 01622 676944 Wednesdays 6pm, Beginners Yoga, capel morris centre, aylesford, rose-marie 01622 715576 Wednesdays 7pm Pilates level 2 contact Jane 07711 790101 fitnessfriends@aol.com Wednesdays 7.15pm, Beginners Pilates, capel morris centre, aylesford, rose-marie 01622 715576 Wednesdays 7.30pm circuit training and indoor football at aylesford sports college. Paul 01732 841358 Wednesdays (1st Wed)7.30 for 8pm British cactus & succulent society at Barming Parish hall tonbridge rd maidstone. Wednesdays (4th sed)7.30pm aylesford & eccles W1at the Brassey centre, aylesford. info. hazel on 01622 718902 Wednesdays 8pm Yoga all levels contact Jane 07711 790101 fitnessfriends@aol.com Wednesdays 8.30pm, sorokin method Back care, capel morris centre, aylesford, rose-marie 01622 715576 thursdays 9.30 & 10.45am Body control Pilates in aylesford. contact lisa 07512 932415 thursdays 10am, Beginners Pilates, capel morris centre, aylesford, rose-marie 01622 715576 thursdays 11.15am, Beginners Yoga, capel morris centre, aylesford, rose-marie 01622 715576 thursdays 6-7.15pm Body control Pilates in mereworth. contact lisa 07512 932415 thursdays 7-8pm Weight Watchers st andrews church hall Barming - Judith 01622 683382 thursdays 7.15pm, Yoga dance Fusion, malling school, east malling, rose-marie 01622 715576 thursdays 7.45pm co-dependants anonymous (coda) at the ditton church hall, new rd, aylesford. info from ruth at 07850 211633 thursdays 8.15pm, Beginners Pilates, malling school, east malling, rose-marie 01622 715576 thursdays 8-9pm exercise classes at loose Pavillion, Walnut tree lane Fridays 6pm Zumba. classes at leybourne village hall. all welcome - call Kate 07843277519 Fridays 8-10pm the heath Players at east malling institute, mill street - Peter on 01622 717491. Fridays 8.30pm Badminton at snodland vh, contact Paul on 01732 841358 saturdays 10-12am stars theatre school, dance & drama @ Wmvh 07981 831745 saturdays 10am-12noon market at Brassey centre aylesford. great variety of stock. tea/coffee. sundays morning market at staplehurst, station car park Friday 8th april saturday 9 april saturday 9 april saturday 30 april saturday 30 april sat/sun 7/8 may Friday 13 may saturday 14-15 may saturday 21 may
7pm Quiz night at larkfield village hall in aid of maidstone hospital league of Friends. to reserve your table call Pat gaskin on 01622 726367. £5 incl. tea/coffee. 3-4.30pm disabled christian Fellowship at allington Baptist church. info. 01622 726950 7.30pm east malling singers spring concert at church of st James the great em. tkts £8/£6 10am Bluebell Wood, charity Walk in upper halling. call Patrick lawry 01634 240892. 10am-4pm grand Plant sale at the church of st John the Baptist, tonbridge rd, Wateringbury. 10-4pm spadework open day at teston rd, offham 01732 870002. tractor show, BBQ, ale, etc. 7.15pm Kent musician of the Year at Kent music. tickets & info from 01622 691212 10am-5pm the medway Flower at cozenton Park, Bloors lane, rainham. 2.30pm maidstone mencap Plant & Book sale at cobtree hall, mote Park. contact margaret leeds 07903 196333
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