Aylesford/Barming local Oracle Jan 2014

Oracle the local

Month 58: January 2014

Distribution 12,000 homes & businesses

YOUR MONTHLY GUIDE TO LOCAL SERVICES IN AND AROUND

ALLINGTON, AYLESFORD, BARMING & DITTON

Photo by John Chilton of West Malling

AND MAIDSTONE

News the local

Dear Readers

Happy New Year!

We hope you had a great Christmas and were not affected by the flooding or loss of power as in many local areas. Our cover photo shows Anna’s parents being towed along in Yalding after being stranded in her brother’s flooded house. We can only hope that the rain expected as we finalise this edition ready for print doesn’t further delay the clean up operation for so many.

On a positive note, the whole event has brought out the community spirit in so many which seems to help in lifting everyone. Well done to all those Christmas helpers out there. Let’s hope the weather improves and we can change the subject in February!

Anna & Jane FREEPOST RLTA-RHGB-LXSZ PO BOX 314, WEST MALLING, ME19 6WN

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01732 521494 (Jane) Accounts/Sales 01732 844246 (Anna) Artwork/Sales

info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

CUT OFF DATES FOR ADVERTISING IN THE FEBRUARY EDITIONS ARE:

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

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TO SEE THE ONLINE VERSION OF THE LOCAL ORACLE, ADVERTISERS AND LOCAL EVENTS GO TO......

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We cover three areas with over 12,000 distribution in each giving a total of 39,500 homes and businesses covered by the local Oracle Kings Hill, West Malling, Addington, Birling, East Malling, Halling, Holborough, Larkfield, Leybourne, Mereworth, Offham, Ryarsh, Snodland, Trottiscliffe and Wateringbury

Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Hadlow, Five Oak Green, East Peckham, Matfield and Southborough Aylesford, Barming, Allington, Ditton and parts of Maidstone We have many options for you to use for your business: Standard Category Advert in the A-Z section, Colour Category, 1/4, 1/2 and Full Page Adverts Each edition is updated and put onto our website.

We can print, supply and deliver 1,000 to 39,500 leaflets.

Have your own webpage on our website along side other local trusted businesses for just ÂŁ45 + vat a year!

You know it makes sense.... just go to the website or give us a call on 01732 844246 (Anna) or 01732 521494 (Jane)

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Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd Professional Carpet Cleaning

Looking for a professional, local, family run carpet cleaning company?

Then give Jordan or Megan a call.

Many companies don’t guarantee their work, we do - 100% customer satisfaction guaranteed

Also Upholstery Cleaning, Stain Removal, Stainguard Protection & Leather Suite Cleaning Safe cleaning process, No solvents or bleaching agents used - All work fully insured Special Offer - FREE CARPET CLEAN

- have three carpets cleaned and we will clean the smallest for free So for a friendly, professional service please call us now

Telephone: 01732 872 199 M: Jordan - 0773 888 6900 or Megan - 07874 005 135 E: info@kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk www.kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk M2493

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“THE AERIAL MAN” Family business - established 28 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 Tel: 01732 883542 or: 01622 871614 Kings Hill

98% of businesses rely on referrals to gain new business”

“FACT

3% of businesses have a strategy for referrals”

KINGS HILL

Kings Hill Golf Club Thursday 6.30am

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR MORE LOCAL BUSINESS?

YOU ARE INVITED TO OUR LAUNCH MEETING ON THURSDAY 6TH FEBRUARY 2014 Call Anna on 01732 844246 to book your space

Changing the Way the World Does BusinessTM

BRITANNIA

MOT & REPAIR CENTRE LTD

MOTs (£40 if you quote TLO13 when booking)

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Years service to our Customers

Repairs & Servicing Air Conditioning Cars & Light Commercials Family Run Business Tyres, Tracking, Diagnostics

01622 718888

ELECTRICAL & SECURITY SERVICES Office: 01622 433355 Oliver: 07795 907849 Mitchell: 07926 878200 Local friendly experienced electricians - no job too big or too small, great rates, free quotes.

Re-wires - Additional lights/sockets Fuse boards - Outside lighting - CCTV Emergency Call out 24/7 New builds - Intercoms Wired/Wireless intruder alarms

WHY NOT LEAVE YOUR CAR WHILST YOU SHOP AT SAINSBURY’S www.britmot.co.uk Unit 1, Britannia Business Park, Mills Road, Aylesford ME20 7NT oliver@emergencyelectricianmaidstone.co.uk www.emergencyelectricianmaidstone.co.uk

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LEAFLET PRODUCTION & DISTRIBUTION FROM 1,000 UP TO 39,500 Give us a call or drop us an email.

01732 844246/521494 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

FROM THE PAST A PRESENT FOR THE FUTURE DRAWN FROM YOUR FAST-FADING PHOTO AN IMPOSING PORTRAIT IN PENCIL

01474 813434 www.christopher-marshall.co.uk

WILLS

Have you made a Will?

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

Give us a call or drop us an email.

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Graham Colley Solicitor 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 Telephone: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors

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Heel2Toe Mobile Foot Clinic Specialising in the treatment of: Callus • In-growing Toenails • • Corns • Fungal Infections Verruca • Nail Cutting • • Care of the Diabetic Foot Brendan Reidy (S.A.C. Dip FHPT S.A.C. Dip FHPP) is a fully qualified and Registered Foot Health Practitioner who specialises in the care and maintenance of the foot. "I know the misery caused by foot problems and how they can affect your quality of life, that's why I am devoted to taking your pain away and putting you back comfortably on your feet again."

As I offer a mobile service you do not need to drag yourself into town, just give me a call or drop me an email and arrange a visit to resolve your foot problems in the comfort of your own armchair.

Based in Maidstone I can provide appointments anywhere in the Mid Kent area, just ask. Give me a try, I guarantee you'll be pleased with the service.

Tel: 07926 388 799 Email: heel2toe-mobilefootclinic@hotmail.co.uk Web Site : www.heel2toe-mobilefootclinic.co.uk

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Local Dental Practice now open Affordable monthly payment plans Relaxed comfortable environment Call or pop in for more information 1 Odiham Drive Allington, Maidstone, Kent Tel: 01622 669345 info@identicsdentalcare.co.uk www.identicsdentalcare.co.uk Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

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Local Number 01732 840439

A bi-monthly magazine jam packed with news, views and interviews for the Soul Scene.

Previous interviews with: Smokey Robinson Jocelyn Brown Omar John Legend Mica Paris Jeffrey Daniel Larry Blackmon of Cameo Chaka Khan Brand New Heavies Bluey of Incognito Teena Marie Paul ‘Trouble’ Anderson Steve Arrington Mary Davis of SOS Band and many more.......

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We are an experienced Lettings Agency covering Maidstone, West Malling, Aylesford and the surrounding areas.

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Contact our letting team today! 01622 804816

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‘Less complicated & more supportive approach to letting your property’.

WINDOW WORKS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

Broken Hinges 3 Misted Units Broken Glass Doors Re-adjusted Damaged Handles Child Restrictors Fire Escape Hinges Patio Door Rollers Letter Boxes Cat & Dog Flaps Multi-Point Door Locks Velux Windows Lock Outs/Emergency Entry

Family Run Business. Est. 1989

‘The Small Business Champions’ Start-up Advice Fixed Fees agreed in advance Flexible Payments Companies / Partnerships Self Employed / CIS Landlords / Corp. Tax Income Tax / PAYE / VAT Flexible Meetings

NO CALL OUT CHARGE

Call Gary or Tina Richards for a friendly, free initial discussion without obligation on

The Bounds, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7LZ email: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk

0845 521 2241 Beside the Banks at Larkfield Free parking at rear

Tel: 01622 206690 On Site Mob: 07779 006696

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INDEX CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADS Accountants Aerials Alarm Systems Appliance Repair Artist Bathroom Installation Blinds Book Keeping Building Regulations Building Services Business Networking Business Opportunity Car Service & Repairs Carpentry Carpet Cleaning Chocolate Parties* Computer Support Decorators Dentist Dog Training

Foot Care* Garage Doors Garden Landscaping* Garden Services Gas & Heating Services Hairdressing & Beauty Handyman Jewellers Letting Agent Locksmith Oddjobs Oven Cleaners Plasterer Plumbers* Removals Skip Hire Solicitors* Soul Music Magazine Sweet Shop Tree Surgeon Website Design Windows Window Cleaners

Double Glazing

USEFUL NUMBERS

Double Glazing Repairs

EVENTS

Electricians Fencing

* New advertiser

Cut off date for February 2014 is 25 January 2014 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 O racle takes no responsibility for any issues arising from the use of suppliers who have advertised.

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A-B APPLIANCE REPAIR Appliance Care and Repair

a-b ACCOUNTANT TaxAssist Accountants 714 London Road, Larkfield ME20 6BL Tel: 0845 5212241 Local: 01732 221960 Contact: Gary or Tina Richards garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk www.taxassist.co.uk/Larkfield Full range of services for small businesses. Fixed fees. Friendly local service with meetings at your home or premises.

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AERIALS The Aerial Man Tel: 01732 883542 01622 871614 Mobile: 07840 316376 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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ALARM SYSTEMS Virtus Security Ltd Tel: 01622 616241 info@virtussecurity.co.uk www.virtussecurity.co.uk Intruder alarm specialists in design, service and maintenance.

- Experienced security engineers - Fully insured - Free no obligation quotations - Jobs individually priced - Code resetting available - Residential and commercial - CCTV/Access control and door entry work also undertaken.

(See Colour Ad On Page 8)

Mobile: 07545 044276 Contact: Graham 4appliancecare@gmail.com www.appliancecareandrepair.co.uk Prompt and friendly service.

Repairs and installs to all electric appliances.

Over 10 years experience with a leading manufacturer.

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.

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BATHROOMS Nightingale Bathrooms Tel: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk Easy access showers, baths and wet rooms.

Raised height toilets.

Slip resistant safety flooring.

Discounts for SSAFA, British Legion, Ex service personnel & Over 60s.

(See Colour Ad On Page 12)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 844246 01732 521494 Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

B BLINDS 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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 13) BOOK KEEPING

Perfect Books (Kent) Ltd The Nursery, Dunn Street, Bredhurst, Kent ME7 3ND Tel: 01634 376100 Mobile: 07792 250465 Rachel Thomas MIAB AIAAP rachel@perfectbooks.eu www.perfectbooks.eu

Services include: Book-keeping, VAT, Payroll, CIS, Credit Control, Self Assessments, Management Reporting.

BUILDING REGULATIONS ** REGULATIONS CHANGE IN APRIL ** 6-9% Increase in insulation requirements does not apply to applications made by March

Wilkinson Construction Consultants Licensed alternative to Council Building Control 01732 523466 www.thebuildinginspector.org office@thebuildinginspector.org

BUILDING SERVICES Any Aspect Builders Tel: 01622 729536 Mobile: 07407 764555 Contact: Kieron kieronrobinson5@gmail.com Extensions, Driveways, Patios, Fencing, Refurbishments and more.

Over 20 years experience.

Fully Insured Free Quotes Reference Available

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BUILDING SERVICES

CARPET CLEANING

Paul Tann Ltd Tel: 01732 842863 Mobile: 07956 313287 07834 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.

R Blackman General Maintenance Tel: 01892 838668 Mobile: 07887 948430 Contact: Richard Blackman rblackman1@btinternet.com www.rb-gm.co.uk Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork.

Interior and exterior painting.

Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

BUSINESS NETWORKING BNI Kings Hill Kings Hill Golf Club, Kings Hill We are specifically looking for the following to give business to: Solicitor - Sign Writer Travel Agent - Estate/Letting Agent Double Glazing company Painter/Decorater - Cleaner IT Support - Gardener Carpet/flooring company.

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Absolute Cleaning Kent

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Tel: 01622 672 593 Mobile: 07960 695 088 Contact: Darren absolutecleaningkent@yahoo.co.uk

Carpet and upholstery cleaning specialists.

Friendly, polite & professional service.

CAR SERVICE & REPAIRS 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. MOTs £40 if you quote TL013 when booking.

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CARPENTRY 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.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Networking Marketing Business Tel: 0800 231 5753 Mobile: 07828 085778 Contact: Fran Boorman fran@minimumbills.co.uk www.income2bankon.co.uk Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided.

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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.

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Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd Tel: 01732 872199 Contact: Jordan on 0773 888 6900 Megan on 07874 005 135 info@kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk www.kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk Family run carpet cleaning company.

Also upholstery cleaning, Stain removal, Stainguard protection & leather suite cleaning.

NCCA and IICRC Certified.

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CHOCOLATE UMBRELLA CHOCOLATE PARTIES

Workshops and parties for lots of fun and lots of chocolatey goodies to take home.

Just £15.00 per head Also, truffle making workshops, hen nights & birthdays at the Chocolate Umbrella

42 High St, West Malling, ME19 6QR 01732 522533 yummy@chocolateumbrella.co.uk www.chocolateumbrella.co.uk

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 844246 01732 521494

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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!

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Identics Dental Surgery 1 Odiham Drive, Allington, Maidstone, Kent Tel: 01622 669345 info@identicsdentalcare.co.uk www.identicsdentalcare.co.uk Local dental practice now open.

Affordable monthly payment plans.

Relaxed comfortable environment.

Call or pop in for more information (See Colour Ad On Page 11)

DECORATORS APC Manpower Computer Services Tel: 01732 790099 Mobile: 07867 771078 service@pcmanpower.co.uk

Tel: 01622 863579 Mobile: 07979 757662

VIRUS Removal Specialists Broadband or WIFI issues SLOW or FREEZING Computer.

PC Not starting. Laptop Screen -repair. Memory Upgrades Network your Home or Setup PC PRINTER setup. No Fix, No Fee

25 years experience Complete decorating service Interior & exterior Painting & decorating City & Guilds qualified Friendly and reliable service.

Call for a Free Estimate.

KES Computer Support

G J Services West Malling

Gawaine Sutton

DITTON DOG TRAINING DOG TRAINING

Weekly training classes held Monday evenings at Ditton Community Centre, Kiln Barn Road, Ditton.

Kennel Club GCDS classes from Puppy to Gold level.

All dogs are welcome, whatever their age or breed Please call Ron Mills for more info on the courses on 07771 894175

DOUBLE GLAZING 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.

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Mobile: 07764 684495 Tel: 01732 872125 Contact: Guy Williams gjservices@btinternet.com Painting Decorating General Maintenance Wall papering Tiling Free Estimates

Parrish Painting & Decorating

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED CALL 01732 844246

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.

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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D-E DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS DG Solutions (Kent) Independent Offham Business Double Glazing Problems Solved Tel: 01732 842691 Mobile: 07870 213098 contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk Fault Finding, Repairs and Upgrades Windows, Doors, Locks & adjustments Misted Sealed Units, Handles and Hinges Upgrade to A-rated energy efficient units.

New Installation Quotations.

Free telephone advice and call out Over 30 years’ experience in industry.

SOS Window Works The Bounds, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7LZ Tel: 01622 206690 Mobile: 07779 006696 soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.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.

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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.

Electrical and Security Services Tel: 01622 433355 Mobile: Contact: Oliver 07795 907849 Mitchell 07926 878200 oliver@emergencyelectricianmaidstone.co.uk www.emergencyelectricianmaidstone.co.uk

Local friendly experienced electricians - no job too big or too small, great rates, free quotes.

- Re-wires - Additional lights/sockets - Fuse boards, Outside lighting, CCTV - Emergency Call out 24/7 - New builds - Intercoms - Wired/Wireless intruder alarms\ (See Colour Ad On Page 9)

E-F ELECTRICIANS 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/ Existing alarms maintained.

All domestic & commercial work undertaken. Extra Sockets/ Switches/ Lights Fitted. Electrical Testing Competitive Pricing. Fast & very reliable. Free estimates.

No job too small.

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.

ELECTRIC GATES & ROLLER SHUTTERS Gates, railings, barriers, on site welding; landscaping, block paving, patios, decking, pergolas. Family run business. Free quotes. Over 18 yrs experience.

Visit our new website.

FOOT CARE

Heel2Toe Mobile Foot Clinic Mobile: 07926 388 799

heel2toe-mobilefootclinic@hotmail.co.uk www.heel2toe-mobilefootclinic.co.uk

Specialising in the treatment of: • Callus • In-growing Toenails • Corns • Fungal Infections • Verruca • Athletes Foot • Care of the Diabetic Foot (See Colour Ad On Page 11) Mid Kent Foot Health Mobile: 07714 304265 Contact: Antony Brecht MCFHP, MAFHP www.midkentfoothealth.co.uk

Quality foot care for the family Treatments include: Corn & Callus Removal Ingrown Toenails, Fungal Infections Thick Nail Reduction & Trim Painful Verrucae, Diabetic Foot Care (See Colour Ad On Page 8) Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

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West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody 14-16 Swan Street, West Malling ME19 6LP Tel: 01732 848460 Contact: Marie Thomas Bsc(Hons), MChS westmallingpods@gmail.com HPC Registered Podiatrist Corn & Callous Removal Biomechanics & Orthotics Verrucae Ingrown Toenails Evening, weekend and home visits also available.

g-o 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

B WRIGHT LANDSCAPES LTD GARDEN LANDSCAPING

Design & Construction

Patios Driveways, Decking Brickwork All aspects of landscaping

www.bwrightlandscapes.co.uk brett@bwrightlandscapes.co.uk Tel: 01732 842475 Mobile: 07958 546858 Visit our website to see our work

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G GARDEN LANDSCAPING JOBE Construction Tel: 01732 844842 Mobile: 07866 683569 Contact: Bernard Jobe Specialist in block paving, tarmac driveways, patios and paths.

Garden maintenance.

Garden fencing Call for free advice and estimates

The Landscapers Tel: 01634 850020 Mobile: 07711222142 Contact: Daniel daniel@the-landscapers.co.uk www.the-landscapers.co.uk 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.

Yew Tree Landscapes Larkfield Tel: 01732 848179 Mobile: 07850 175077 Contact: Kevin Kennett yewtreelandscapes1@tiscali.co.uk SPECIALIST In Indian Stone Paving.

Driveways, Block paving, Brickwork, Turfing, Decking, Fencing, Hard and Soft Landscaping.

General garden maintenance.

Free estimates, fully insured.

Experienced & professional service.

25 years experience.

All major credit/debit cards taken.

GARDEN SERVICES V & S Garden Services Tel: 01732 521224 Mobile: 07958 997336 Contact: Sue or Vince vsgardenservices@hotmail.co.uk 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.

GAS & HEATING SERVICES Cannon Services (UK) Ltd Tel: 01732 424061 Contact: Nigel Cook office@cannon-services.co.uk Fully Gas Safe Register qualified gas heating engineers carrying out all types of gas heating works including boiler installations, servicing, breakdowns, radiator replacements and Landlord Gas Safety Certificates.

Free no obligation quotes.

(See Colour Ad On Page 4)

G-H GAS & HEATING SERVICES Wicks Gas Tel: 01732 883544 Mobile: 07748 780811 Contact: Gerald Wicks wicksgas@btinternet.com Service, repair & installation of central heating, boilers, cookers, fires, warm air units. Power flushing, plumbing, landlord certificates, free advice/quotation.

GAS SAFE REGISTERED.

HAIRDRESSING & BEAUTY Penneys 1 Little Market Row Leybourne West Malling Kent 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 12)

HANDYMAN Samsian Ltd Tel: 01732 885882 www.samsian.co.uk Twitter: @samsiangas Facebook: samsiangas Central Heating & Gas Boiler Service, Installation & Repair Competive rates.

All work guaranteed.

See our website or call for details of our 2012 special offers.

Gas Safe Registered - 508441

Derek’s Home Maintenance Ltd Tel: 01634 244061 Mobile: 07941 172176 derekdhmltd@blueyonder.co.uk You buy and I fit Kitchens, bathrooms, tiling, taps, guttering, general household repairs, radiators.

Free quotations.

Fully insured.

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED CALL ANNA ON 01732 844246 Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

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J-L JEWELLERS Andrew Smith Jewellers 89 High Street, West Malling Kent ME19 6NA Tel: 01732 843087 www.andrewsmithjewellers.co.uk Competitive pricing for unwanted or damaged gold items.

Professional, friendly advice.

Open 9am-5.30pm Mon to Sat (See Colour Ad on Page 7)

LETTING AGENT

ODDJOBS

PLUMBERS

The Oddjobs Company (SE) Ltd Tel: 01732 848640 Mobile: 07930 244454 Contact: Mark Warrington www.oddjobscompany.co.uk The Oddjobs Co can assist you with small, medium and large home maintenance, renovation and improvement projects, inside and out. Complete design and completion on conversions and extensions.

Local examples of high quality work available to view. Call now for a free quote and helpful, friendly advice.

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.

Oven Angels

Tel: 01622 804 816

Tel: 01892 514552 Mobile: 07901 857608 ovenangels@onetel.com www.ovenangels.co.uk

Free market appraisal.

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Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products.

Now in their 12th year.

Prices from £40. Fully insured.

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LOCKSMITH A.Maidstone Locksmiths 27 Dixon Close, Maidstone ME15 6SS Tel: 01622 410057 Mobile: 07837 751611 Contact: John 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.

Fairtrade Locks and Security Tel: 01732 423015 01622 611872 Mobile: 07858 187706 Contact: Chris No call out charge.

Locksmith & double glazing repairs.

Hinges, Handles, Locks repaired/replaced UPVC specialist, 24hr Emergency door opening.

Fast Friendly service.

(10% Discount with this ad)

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Redlet We are an experienced Lettings Agency covering Maidstone, West Malling, Aylesford and surrounding areas.

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P & R Installation Co. Ltd (Established 1977) Tel: 0800 345 7000 www.pandr.com If water runs through it, we do it.

Plumbing, gas, bathrooms, boilers.

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Plumb’n’fit Plumbing Services Tel: 01634 243 515 Mobile: 07968 039 354 Contact: Rob or Dawn info@plumbnfit.co.uk www.plumbnfit.co.uk From leaky taps to bathroom suites, Burst pipes, stopcocks, showers, radiators,water cylinders, storage tanks, outside taps, new taps and much more.

No job too small.

Free estimates.

PLASTERER

Reactive Plumbing and Heating Ltd

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.

Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

Tel: 01622 691528 Mobile: 07850 233069 Contact: Lewis French www.reactiveplumbingandheating.co.uk Worry free, fixed pricing, guaranteed work by fully insured and qualified engineers.

24hr availibility - No call out fee Gas safe registered.

Boiler breakdowns, Repairs, Maintenance or New installations.

Bathroom installations, Central heating, All general plumbing.

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SOLICITORS

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Sella Solicitors LLP 26 Kings Hill Avenue, Kings Hill, West Malling, ME19 4AE Tel: 01732 424130 Contact: Sandra Sellahewa sandra@sellasolicitors.com www.sellasolicitors.com We are a new and modern niche solicitors practice specialising exclusively in family divorce and children law.

We service clients across Kent and the South East of England.

REMOVALS Goodfellows Removals & Storage Ashtree Farm, Teston Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 5RL Tel: 01732 841841 Fax: 01622 753708 Household/office removals.

Local professional removal and storage company.

Family owned. Established 20 years.

Please ring for a free quote.

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.

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.

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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

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CHOCOLATE UMBRELLA SWEET SHOP

All your favourite sweets, party bags & Kebabs made to order with free message tag.

Candy Cakes any size/colour Delicious Luxury English Truffles Macaroons, Nougat & specialities Ice Creams, Sorbets & Slush Drinks 42 High St, West Malling, ME19 6QR 01732 522533 yummy@chocolateumbrella.co.uk www.chocolateumbrella.co.uk

TREE SURGERY Qualitree Services Tel: 01622 208426 Contact: Gary Everest sales@qualitree-services.co.uk www.qualitree-services.co.uk Tree Surgery & Garden Maintenance.

Professional, fully insured & value for money.

18 years experience with NPTC qualified staff.

Call Today for Your Free Quotation.

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Top quality products with top quality service.

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WINDOW CLEANERS All Clean Windows Tel/Fax: 01622 745179 Contact: Jean Tandy gean.tandy@virgin.net 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.

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 St Nicholas Church Halls, Poplar Grove, Allington Maidstone ME16 0DE. admin@stnic.net MALLING DISTRICT LIONS CLUB - Ted Inns 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 Sally Doherty 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 - Wendy Caldicott 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

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EVENTS PAGE Mondays

7-8pm Weight Watchers, Brassey Centre, Aylesford - Leader Judith 01622 683382

Tuesdays

6-7.30pm. Aylesford Knitting Group. Aylesford. Tel 01622 792710

Wednesdays Wednesdays (15/1)

7-8.30pm. Learn to Knit. Eccles. Tel 01622 792710 8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at Brookfield Junior School, First class is free to anyone new so you have nothing to lose in giving it a try. For further info please contact Joan on 01634 256891.

Thursdays Thursdays

6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Leader Judith 01622 683382 7-8.30pm. Learn to crochet. Eccles. Tel 01622 792710

Fridays (17/1)

8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at St Pauls Church Hall Boxley Road, Maidstone, First class is free to anyone new so you have nothing to lose in giving it a try. For further info please contact Joan on 01634 256891.

Saturdays

2.30-4pm. Learn to sew. Aylesford. Tel 01622 792710

Sundays (2nd & 4th) 10am-12noon Zen Meditation Group, ME16, contact Barbara on 01622 670587 for details.

Wed 15 January

7.40pm Wateringbury Local History Society's at Wateringbury VH. Speaker Tim Tawney with The War Underground. For more details call Terry on 01622 812566. Visitors welcome.

Wed 22 January

7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI in the Brassey Rooms, Station Rd, Aylersford. If you would like any further information please contact Eileen on 01622 715205

Thursday 23 January 2pm AylesARA in the Aylesford Community Centre. There will be a talk entitled "A Royal Interlude" For any further information contact Wayne on 01622 710734.

Friday 31 January

7.30pm Maidstone Branch of Royal National Lifeboat Institution Quiz Night at Fant Community Hall, Fant Lane, Barming, Maidstone. Tickets ÂŁ6 (includes soup and roll & pudding) Contact; John Ashbolt 01622 725435 or Alan Cocks 01622 761004.

Wed 19 February

7.40pm Wateringbury Local History Society's at Wateringbury VH. Wilf Lower with Lost Empires, The last days of Music Hall and Variety. For more details call Terry on 01622 812566.

Wed 19 March

7.40pm Wateringbury Local History Society's at Wateringbury VH. Ian Porter with Young Dickens. For more details call Terry on 01622 812566.

Please re-submit your classes and meetings for the February edition by 25th January.

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