DECEMBER 2010 - AYLESFORD/BARMING LOCAL ORACLE

Oracle the local

Month 21: December 2010

Distribution 10,000 homes & businesses

Your monthlY guide to local services in and around

allington, aYlESFoRD, BaRming & Ditton

News the local

News the local

Dear Readers As the Christmas Season is well underway, we hope you are enjoying the various events that have taken place so far. There are many more planned so do check out our events page and support your local groups and Charities. Father Christmas will be visiting the area so do watch out!

Just a reminder that you can view all of the local Oracle editions on our website www.thelocaloracle.co.uk so if this booklet is lost amongst your Christmas cards it will not be the end of the world!!

FREEPOST RLTA-RHGB-LXSZ PO BOX 314, WEST MALLING ME19 6WN TEL 01732 521494 (Jane) Accounts/Sales 01732 844246 (Anna) Artwork/Sales info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

We thank Tyra Hartman (Age 9) who has provided our front cover this month. We would also like to thank our readers, advertisers, distributors and printers for support during 2010 and look forward to continued support in 2011.

We are always interested in feedback and would love to hear your news so please do keep in touch.

Have a great Christmas and see you in the New Year.

The 1st Ditton Scout Group Anna & Jane will be doing their ‘Santa Run’ on Christmas Eve delivering those special presents to your door. Please drop presents off at the Scout Hut 6-8pm on 23rd December from £3 per parcel. Contact Manda on 07958 619531.

CUT OFF DATES FOR ADVERTISING OR FREE EVENTS LISTINGS FOR THE JANUARY EDITIONS ARE:

Kings Hill/West Malling Allington/Barming/Ditton Paddock Wood/Tonbridge

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We will continue with our event listings page but if you have a big charity event in the local area, we want to hear from you.

have you got some local news about the area? have you got local photos for our front cover? are you a member of a local group that needs members?

We want to hear from you... info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

are you a local charity group? do you know a local person that deser ves some recognition for services to our local community?

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‘Quality Tradesmen from a respected name you can Trust’ Property Services Tradesmen you can trust and rely on to help you with those jobs you never get round to doing in a professional and courteous manner.

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What can the local oracle do for you?

We cover three areas with over 10,000 distribution in each giving a total of 36,000 homes covered by the local oracle Kings Hill, West malling, larkfield, leybourne, offham, addington, mereworth and Wateringbury and now Halling, Holborough & Snodland.

Paddock Wood, tonbridge, Hadlow, Five oak green, East Peckham and matfield and aylesford, Barming, allington and Ditton.

We have many options for you to use for your business: Standard advert only in the a-Z section 1/4 page colour advert (including a standard advert) 1/2 page colour advert (including a standard advert) Full page colour advert (including a standard advert) each edition of the local oracle is updated each month and put onto our website which also helps to promote your business.

We can print, supply and deliver 1,000 to 36,000 leaflets across all distribution areas.

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accountants aerials artist Bathrooms* Beauty Blinds Building services Business opportunities car Body repairs car service & repairs carpentry carpet cleaner chimney sweep christmas market cleaner - domestic* complementary therapy

computer support counselling curtain makers decorators double glazing double glazing repairs electricians Fascias Fencing Funeral services gararge doors garden landscaping garden maintenance garden services granite Worktops

hairdressing hypnotherapy ironing services Kitchen design & installation leaflets locksmith money saving oddjobs osteopath oven cleaners Paving Plastering Plumbers Property services* skip hire solicitors soul music magazine sweet shop tanning tiling travel agent* Web design* Wig consultant Windows Window cleaners

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cut off date for January 2011 is 20 december 2010 Could you advertise in other areas too?

We have other issues covering the following areas: KingS Hill WESt malling laRKFiElD lEYBoURnE & SURRoUnDing aREaS and PaDDoCK WooD tonBRiDgE HaDloW EaSt PECKHam FiVE oaK gREEn matFiElD Jane - 01732 521494 anna - 01732 844246 tHE loCal oRaClE Po BoX 314 WESt malling mE19 6Wn info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

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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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.

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Burnhill Kitchens ltd tel: 01732 373517 contact: lynsey Free design & Quotation service on all Bathrooms and Bedrooms.

Full Project management service including building works. sliding glass door systems & fixed doors for bedrooms and wet rooms etc. for Bathrooms. For a free introductory pack on some of our ranges and services offered including customer testimonials call lynsey.

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Whitebeam audio Visual Services tel: 01732 479039 mobile: 07951 102121 contact: steve Passfield

Kent Bathrooms - KB Waste tel: 01634 855565 mobile: 07850 705099 Fax: 01634 852525 info@kentbathrooms.co.uk www.kentbathrooms.co.uk

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.

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design - supply complete installations Wet room installations Bathrooms, ensuites, cloakrooms, shower rooms, Baths, showers, Fitted Furniture, towel rails, radiators, Whirlpool Baths. all plumbing work undertaken.

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.

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artist taxcutters tel: 01622 664800 mobile: 07714 248504 www.taxcutters.co.uk

Christopher marshall luddesdowne nr meopham tel/Fax: 01474 813434

are you giving away your hardearned money needlessly to the taxman?

contact: christopher marshall info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk

call now for a free consultation.

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Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints.

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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BeautY salon Designer tans Beauty & tanning Salon 58 malling road, snodland, Kent tel: 01634 242564 acrylic/fibre-glass nails dermalogica Facials eyelash extensions and tint spray tanning & sunbeds Waxing ear Piercing coffee shop & relaxation lounge (See Colour ad on Page 20)

Blinds

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Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control ltd unit 2 albans Farm romford road Pembury Kent tn2 4BB tel: 01892 825522 Fax: 01892 823522 mobile: 07767 326211 contact: stuart munday stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com We manufacture, supply and install all types of internal and external blinds and awnings along with solar control and security window films.

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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) Copeland Developments tel: 01634 711 836 mobile: 07710 157 666 contact: John copeland john@copelanddevelopments.com www.copelanddevelopments.com established 1986 Building maintenance Building insurance Work extensions & loft conversions new Builds & refurbishments.

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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.

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Paul tann ltd tel: 01732 842863 mobile: 07956 313287 0 7834 810453 contact: Paul paultannltd@btinternet.com www.paultann.co.uk

tel: Freephone 0800 856 0430

specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving.

Fully insured. all work guaranteed. established over 20 years.

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

all aspects of body repairs and paint work from minor scrapes to major accident repairs.

Fibreglass and plastic repairs. mot welding. insurance work. call or pop in.

Smart Surgeon mobile Car Body Repairs tel: 01732 872614 mobile: 07591 719229 smart_surgeon@yahoo.co.uk Bumper scuffs Key marks/dents scratches cracked plastics repairs on wings and bumpers. have your car repaired on your drive or at work.

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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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

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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.

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Jt Chimney Sweeps tel: 01634 244174 mobile: 07753 143874 call us for a clean sweep. certificates issued.

Fully insured.

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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.

the Dickens Christmas market at Rochester www.dickenschristmasmarket.com every day from 3rd to 19th december 10am to 7pm sunday - thursday 10am to 9pm Friday & saturdays Free admission german-style christmas chalets carol singers and festive bands (See Colour ad on Page 5)

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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

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 service. same dedicated cleaner each week. typical rate £9.50ph

C comPlementarY theraPY the Rescue Room aylesford, Kent, me20 7lr tel: 07702434166 contact: louise cousin therescueroom@hotmail.co.uk Professional, holistic treatments to soothe, relax & rejuvenate inc massage, reiki and indian head massage.

15% off first treatment during october & november.

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 tel: 01732 824511 mobile: 07867771078 service@pcmanpower.co.uk virus & adware specialist if you think you are infected give us a call.

-dead Pc/ not starting -slow or unresponsive -Wireless & internet setup -virus & spyware removal

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Parrish Painting & Decorating

tel: 01732 842963 mobile: 07921 313966 contact: elaine harvey ekharvey@btinternet.com www.counsellorkent.co.uk

tel: 01622 741606 mobile: 07967 190588 contact: mark

Providing support when you need it most.......

Professional, affordable, flexible services.

curtain maKers Chameleon Curtains & Blinds tel: 07909 777450 contact: libby King libbyking2003@yahoo.com handmade curtains & blinds city & guilds Qualified. all styles and designs available. a prompt & professional service. very competitive rates offered. references provided. call for a free quote.

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For all your decorating needs. a friendly, reliable service at competitive rates.

Qualified and fully insured. call for a free, no obligation quote.

douBle glaZing 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) 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.

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decorators gawaine Sutton tel: 01622 863579 mobile: 07979 757662 25 years experience complete decorating service interior & exterior Painting & decorating city & guilds qualified Friendly and reliable service. call for a Free estimate.

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. Fensa (See Colour ad on Page 22) don’t forget to mention the local oracle

E-F 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.

l t Security & Electrical Services Braeburn Way Kings hill West malling tel: 01732 522788 mobile: 07971 552663 contact: lee terry leeterry4@googlemail.com experienced & qualified electrician & security engineer. alarms installed/serviced/maintained. all domestic and commercial work undertaken, no job too small. extra sockets/switches / lights fitted competitive prices,Fast and very reliable. Free estimates. in association with Kent lighting ltd 193 hi st,tonbridge

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.

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Fascias aHS installations tel: 01622 729967 mobile: 07771 626109 ahsinstallations@hotmail.co.uk Your local installer of uPvc Fascias, soffits and guttering.

10 year guarantee on all products. covering Kent for over 15 years. call for Free quotations and advice.

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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.

Funeral services Doves Funerals 788 london road larkfield Kent me20 6Be

Checkley landscapes tel: 01732 351044 mobile: 07980 821795 contact: eddie checkley ejcheckley@hotmail.co.uk For all your installations and complete garden designs.

Patios, driveways, retaining walls in timber or brickwork, steps, decking, all types of fencing, planting designs. no job too small. Free Quotations. the landscapers

tel: 01732 871188 www.dovesfunerals.co.uk

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.

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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.

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.

granite WorKtoPs 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.

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garage doors

hairdressing & BeautY

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

Feathers formerly on the Fringe 1 little market row leybourne West malling Kent

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tel: 01732 840439 onthefringe@btconnect.com open tuesday - saturday Beauty service also available.

Friendly and personal service.

Free ample parking.

Paul mitchell stockist.

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West malling Hypnotherapy Practice 124, high street, (next to the surgery)

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Practitioner: stuart richards ghr reg. sQhP. nrh. cP.inlPta. tel: 01732 842 942 www.hypnotherapyinkent.com

tel: 01622 611872 mobile: 07858 187706 contact: chris

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no call out charge. hinges, handles, double glazing repairs. locks replaced/upgraded, uPvc specialist, 24hr emergency door opening.

Fast Friendly service.

- get as good as you can be Weight, sleep, confidence issues.

Presentation, interview, exam nerves Phobias, Panic, anxiety, iBs and ocd. stress, Fear & emotional release therapy. change negative beliefs into positive vibes and a lot more besides. see our website for more…

ironing services tina's ironing tel: 01732 872619 mobile: 07891 695908 Free collection and delivery service.

95p per shirt and £2.50 per kilo.

Flexible working to suit your needs. discount for your first use when quoting the local oracle.

moneY saving 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.

o osteoPath 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 cleaning 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.

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Kitchen design & installation

Burnhill Kitchens ltd tel: 01732 373517 contact: lynsey Free design & Quotation service on all Kitchens.

Full Project management service inc building works.

For a free introductory Pack on some of our ranges, appliances (main distributor for all brands) and services offered including customer testimonials, please call lynsey.

(See Colour ad on Page 19)

leaFlets the local oracle tel: 01732 844246/521494 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk 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.

o-p 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. don’t forget to mention the local oracle

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!

oven Wizards tel: 0800 849 7419 mobile: 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 £39. established in 2006, used and trusted by 1000's of local clients. take a look at our website to see reviews from local customers.

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BtH Paving mill Walk, Barming, maidstone tel: 01622 729116 mobile: 07860 376766 contact: Bob hill Bthpaving@hotmail.co.uk www.Bthpaving.com local paving company est. 1990 specialising in driveways, block paving, tarmac and patios.

Free estimates and advice. all works guaranteed and fully insured.

Hylton Plumbing Services West malling tel: 01732 843086 mobile: 07970 528822 contact: hylton visser ahmail@btinternet.com www.hyltonplumbingservices.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.

JoBE Construction

King & Country Plumbing Services tel: 01732 590228 mobile: 07507 977156 24hr emergency call out. oil Boiler servicing & installations Full bathroom & shower installations. drains & blockages cleared.

Pumps & valves. radiators & pipes emersion heaters, leaking taps & burst pipes.

Free estimates & honest advice. specialists in bathroom fitting.

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

Plasterer 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.

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Quality Plumbing

mobile: 07702 408948 contact: amanda ajsplumbingservices@blueyonder.co.uk 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.

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tel: 01622 795910 propertyservices@rbli.co.uk Flat Pack assembly small Plumbing and electrics gardening decorating no call out Fee no Job too small.

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tel: 01634 861801 mobile: 07764 792046 contact: dave or tim

Haffenden Skip Hire east malling

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.

tel: 01732 871858 or 01732 840116 mobile: 07850 049246

PlumBers aJS Plumbing Services

Property Services

2yd to 12yd skips available. local reliable service. call for competitive rates.

solicitors

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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.

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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.

sWeet shoP Cloud nine abbey arcade 98 high street West malling Kent tel: 01732 522533 contact: suzanne all your favourite sweets, party bags & sticks made to order neW candy cakes any size/colour. new chocolate counter with delicious handmade luxury english truffles and chocolates along with a full range of gifts.

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tiling marc Fisher tiling mobile: 07788 113942 contact: marc Fisher marcfishertiling@virginmedia.com www.marcfishertiling.co.uk - Wall & floor tiling - ceramic, stone and slate - Porcelain, travatine and mosaic - Free quotations and advice.

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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 6pm girls Brigade – discovery school (term time only) 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 7.30-9.30pm intermediate Yoga at maidstone Yoga centre 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 mondays 7-8.30pm intermediate line dancing @ aylesford village community centre £3.50 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 7.30-9pm general Yoga at maidstone Yoga centre 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 6.15-7.15pm Fitness training u13s at ditton community centre 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 7.00-9.00pm general Yoga at maidstone Yoga centre 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 7.15pm, Yoga dance Fusion, malling school, east malling, rose-marie 01622 715576 thursdays 7.30-9.00pm Beginners Yoga at maidstone Yoga centre 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 8-10pm the heath Players at east malling institute, mill street - Jill or 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 thurs 9 december Fri-sun 10-12 dec sat-sun 11-12 dec sat 11 december

get carter, Blues with a kick! at the lobster Pot, swan st, West malling 01732 843755 christmas tree Festival at larkfield methodist church, new hythe lane 10-4pm christmas tree Festival at st lawrence’s church, mereworth. refreshements available.

7.30pm maidstone operatic christmas concert at: Bower grove school, Fant lane, maidstone. tkts £5 includes refreshment and a glass of wine. contact: martin dickson tel: 07703 204776. all proceeds will be split between: Bower grove school and the Blackthorn trust. thurs 16 december masterclass 50's til now! wow! pop,rock,soul, funk at the lobster Pot, swan st, West malling sat 18 december 7.30pm east malling singers christmas concert at church of st James the great, church Walk, east malling, tkts: £8, £6 concs, school children free, from: 01622 750943, boxoffice@ eastmallingsingers.co.uk otd. hot mince pies and wine in the interval. sunday 19 december 10.30am christmas carol service lunsford Primary school hall, swallow rd, larkfield sunday 19 december 5pm carol service in mereworth church Wed 23 december West malling rotary club will be bringing Father christmas to st martin’s sq, larkfield. sunday 2 January 12-5pm Psychic Fair at the orchard spot, spot lane, maidstone Kent. Free entry

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