Oracle the local
Month 20: November 2010
Distribution 10,000 homes & businesses
Your monthlY guIde to local servIces In and around
allington, aYlESFoRD, BaRming & Ditton
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Dear Readers Welcome to the November issue of the local Oracle. Once again we have a packed edition with a fantastic array of businesses & services ready to help you through the winter months!
We hope you like our additions to the publication - we will be developing these over the coming months so please do let us know what you would like to see - we would like local input.
primary education (11 and under). Please send in their picture to our Freepost address by 20th November and the best design will be featured on the front of all 10,000 copies of the local Oracle!
With Halloween now over, we are well on our way to Christmas. We are sure many of you have already started your Christmas shopping but do have a look at the offers available within the Oracle - we do not just advertise services.
As you will see, we are hoping to have a regular NEWS item together with an EVENTS section And a PEOPLE section where we will feature details of a local club, charity or person who has done something to help the community.
We look forward to hearing from you in the future.
From cleaning the house to preparing for a Christmas Party, we have it all but don’t forgot to mention the local Oracle when contacting our advertisers!
As in previous years, we will be running our DESIGN A FRONT COVER competition for our December Christmas Front Cover. This is for any child still in
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Thank you for supporting the local Oracle. Anna & Jane
CUT OF DATES FOR ADVERTISING OR FREE EVENTS LISTINGS FOR THE DECEMBER 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? We want to hear from you... info@thelocaloracle.co.uk
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St Peter’s Church of England (VC) Primary School If you would like to know more about a school described by Ofsted as a “Cross between Hogwarts and the Tardis” and a place where “Children’s enjoyment of learning is outstanding”, then come to our
OPEN AFTERNOON 18 NOVEMBER
(1.30 - 2.45pm)
Please let us know you wish to attend by phoning (01622) 717335 or emailing office@stpetersaylesford.kent.sch.uk You may wish to visit our website at: www.stpetersaylesford.kent.sch.uk The Headteacher is Mr SA Temple (BA(Hons) NPQH who also directs the on-site nursery
St Peter’s School Nursery Limited Will be open to view and also provides wrap around care for 2-11 year olds from 7.30am to 6pm every school day nursery@stpetersaylesford.kent.sch.uk Direct dial (01622) 794423 don’t forget to mention the local oracle
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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. Call now for information 01732 844246 or 01732 521494 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk 6
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accountants* aerials architectural design* artist Bathrooms Beauty* Blinds Book Keeping Building services Business opportunities cakes* 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 education* electricians Fascias Fencing Fund raising* Funeral services
gararge doors garden Furniture* 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 skip hire solicitors soul music magazine sweet shop tanning* tiling Wig consultant* Windows Window cleaners USEFUl nUmBERS EVEntS ColoUR aDS * indicates new advertiser
cut off date for december 2010 is 25 november 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. (See Colour ad on Page 18)
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. (See Colour ad on Page 19)
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 22)
tel: 01622 664800 mobile: 07714 248504 www.taxcutters.co.uk are you giving away your hardearned money needlessly to the taxman? call now for a free consultation. (See Colour ad on Page 23)
Claire’s nails
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)
Beautiful nails for a special occasion, or why not just pamper yourself.
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Bio, the healthier alternative in nail care.
BeautY salon
Creative architectural Design ltd tel: 01732 824354 contact: graham Jones
Designer tans Beauty & tanning Salon 58 malling road, snodland, Kent
Improve your home creatively and cost effectively. Full design services. Porches & conservatories. extensions & internal alterations. Individual dwellings. Planning & building regulations. applications submitted on your behalf. listed building applications.
tel: 01634 242564
Free initial consultation.
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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Whitebeam audio Visual Services tel: 01732 479039 mobile: 07951 102121 contact: steve Passfield
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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 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 22)
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Diamond accounting Services tel: helen court aca 07984 571789 Yvonne trusty maat 07984 571579 info@diamondaccountingservices.co.uk www.diamondaccountingservices.co.uk • Book-keeping • vat • management accounts • Payroll • Year end accounts & returns • self assessment tax returns Based in maidstone, we offer a personal, flexible & affordable service tailored to suit your needs.
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.
Discovery accounting mobile: 07985 545165 discoveryaccounting@yahoo.com - Book Keeping - vat - Payroll short term staff cover also available. a professional service for your business needs. no set up fees.
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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 specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving. Fully insured. all work guaranteed. established over 20 years.
BusIness oPPortunItY
artisan Developments ltd “the extension specialists”
Utility Warehouse Discount Club authorised Distributor networking marketing Business
tel: 01622 729424 Fax: 01622 725207 artisandevs@aol.com www.artisandevelopments.com
tel: 01732 521494 contact: Jane marshall jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.make-moneywithme.co.uk
the clean and efficient extension specialists with experience and references in your local area.
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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established 1986 Building maintenance Building Insurance Work extensions & loft conversions new Builds & refurbishments. (See Colour ad on Page 19)
caKes Confection Perfection
visit our shops at: tel: 01622 727259 Barming, maidstone 01732 832539 hildenborough, tonbridge
www.confectionperfection.co.uk
cakes made to order cake decorating equipment & supplies l tin and stand hire l cake courses l friendly, knowledgeable staff l free parking (See Colour ad on Page 5) l l
car BodY rePaIrs the Car Remarket 778 london road, larkfield, Kent tel: Freephone 0800 856 0430 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.
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Copeland Developments tel: 01634 711 836 mobile: 07710 157 666 contact: John copeland john@copelanddevelopments.com www.copelanddevelopments.com
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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 9
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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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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
Jt Chimney Sweeps tel: 01634 244174 mobile: 07753 143874 call us for a clean sweep. certificates issued. Fully insured.
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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)
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!
cleanIng - domestIc
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.
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molly maid tel: 01732 780935 consIstent careFul cleanIng • cleaned to Your satisfaction 100% guaranteed • highly trained and vetted staff • spring cleans, moving in/out cleans • regular cleaning at a Frequency to suit You • carpet cleaning and oven cleaning • We use all our own supplies and equipment • no contract to tie you down • domestic and commercial cleaning We don't cut corners, We clean them
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
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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
Chips n Bitz mobile: 07857 101413 info@chipsnbitz.co.uk www.chipsnbitz.co.uk Kent’s trusted home and small business mobile repair service (established 1999) the only home service for apple mac users and Windows. virus removal, upgrades and Broadband plus much more. Fast reliable, friendly service. visit our website.
counsellIng
the Rescue Room aylesford, Kent, me20 7lr
Enigma Counselling Services
tel: 07702434166 contact: louise cousin therescueroom@hotmail.co.uk
tel: 01732 842963 mobile: 07921 313966 contact: elaine harvey ekharvey@btinternet.com www.counsellorkent.co.uk
Professional, holistic treatments to soothe, relax & rejuvenate inc massage, reiki and indian head massage. 15% off first treatment during october & november. don’t forget to mention the local oracle
Providing support when you need it most....... Professional, affordable, flexible services.
C-D 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. Vine House interiors Curtains & Blinds tel: 01732 882904 mobile: 07810 514916 contact: maggie maggie@vinehouseinteriors.co.uk www.vinehouseinteriors.co.uk Quality curtain makers & upholsterers. all types of blinds. stunning wallpapers. Free measuring & advice service. experienced Fitter. Prices to suit your budget. established over 30 years.
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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.
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. (See Back Page ad)
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
St Peter’s Church of England (VC) Primary School tel: 01622 717335 office@stpetersaylesford.kent.sch.uk www.stpetersaylesford.kent.sch.uk open afternoon on 18 november 1.30-2.45pm (See Colour ad on Page 5)
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. (See Colour ad on Page 22) 11
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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. (See Colour ad on Page 18)
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.
Fund raIsIng Heart of Kent Hospice Fundraiser tel: 01622 790195 www.hokh.org light up a life 2010 a service to remember. 21st november, maidstone 5th december, aylesford (See Colour ad on Page 4)
Funeral servIces Doves Funerals 788 london road larkfield Kent me20 6Be tel: 01732 871188 www.dovesfunerals.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. 12
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GARDEN FURNITURE Woodstock garden Furniture the hermitage, hermitage lane maidstone, me16 9nt tel: 01622 727900 www.woodstockworks.co.uk Fireworks now available. all weather furniture. hardwood furniture. Benches, gazebos, arbours. Pots, chimeneas, solar lighting plus much more. (See Colour ad on Page 23)
garden landscaPIng 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. don’t forget to mention the local oracle
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 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.
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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 21)
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lock Rite
tel: 01732 872619 mobile: 07891 695908
tel: 01622 611872 mobile: 07858 187706 contact: chris
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.
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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Feathers formerly on the Fringe 1 little market row leybourne West malling Kent
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)
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.
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 20) hYPnotheraPY & nlP West malling Hypnotherapy Practice 124, high street, (next to the surgery)
Practitioner: stuart richards ghr reg. sQhP. nrh. cP.InlPta. tel: 01732 842 942 www.hypnotherapyinkent.com
- 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…
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IronIng servIces iron maids Flexible and Fabulous tel: 01622 870111 www.iron-maids.co.uk Full Ironing and laundry service Free Pick up and delivery 2 day service affordable dry cleaning guaranteed and Insured smoke and Pet Free environment shirts £1.25 Bedding from £1.60 laundry £3.70 per Kilo trY us, You'll love us!
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.
locKsmIth a Short locksmith & Double glazing Repairs tel: 07738 658751 contact: mick mickcarter1@tiscali.co.uk www.ashortlocksmith.co.uk 24hr free call out all lock and double glazing problems solved. locked out or new window hinges or handles required? genuine maidstone locksmith. give me a call. don’t forget to mention the local oracle
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. 13
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. (See Colour ad on Page 21)
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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: 07939 667871 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: 01622 753300 info@ovenhero.com www.ovenhero.com
tel: 01634 313326 mobile: 07843 881657 contact: Joe Bunting wall2wallplastering@hotmail.co.uk
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. 14
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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 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 16
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10am-midday table tennis practise at Barming vh £2 beginners & advanced 01622 790465 10am Worship at holy trinity, larkfield Parish church. 10-11.15am Football training u13s at ditton community centre 10.30am larkfield community church in lunsford school hall, swallow rd, larkfield. 10-11am exercise classes at st andrews church hall, Barming 12.40 Beginners and easy line dancing class for over 50’s. larkfield village hall 01732 870715 2pm Intermediate line dancing class for over 50’s. larkfield v.h. 01732 870715 6pm girls Brigade – discovery school (term time only) 6-7.15pm Body control Pilates in mereworth. contact lisa 07512 932415 7.30-9.30pm Intermediate Yoga at maidstone Yoga centre www.iyengar-yoga.co.uk allington castle WI at Palace Wood school, talbot rd, allington. Joyce Foster 01622 675448 8.30pm Pilates & stretch for beginners/returners. Jane 07711 790101 fitnessfriends@aol.com 7-8.30pm Intermediate line dancing @ aylesford village community centre £3.50 8pm outdoor & social group, various activities, walking/theatre/cycling Peter on 07980 538 941 1-2pm music mayhem at st andrew’s church hall, Barming. music & dancing for children 6 wks5 yrs. contact Joanna 07834384599 no need to book. 5-6pm light Factory a free club for 5-7 year olds at allington Baptist church 01622685552 6.30-7.30pm & 8pm-9pm exercise classes at tonbridge road, methodist church hall 6-7.30pm aylesford Knitting group. a friendly group of knitters of all skills levels and welcome new members at any time. We meet in the heart of aylesford village. call sue on 01622 792710 7.30-9pm general Yoga at maidstone Yoga centre www.iyengar-yoga.co.uk (from 8 sept) Folk dancing at tonbridge rd methodist church hall fortnightly. call 01622 761757 for details. 10.45am Body control Pilates in detling (osteoporosis class). contact lisa 07512 932415 2.15-3.45pm over 50's friendship group @ allington Baptist church ring cilla 01622 676944 6.15-7.15pm Fitness training u13s at ditton community centre 7pm Pilates level 2 contact Jane 07711 790101 fitnessfriends@aol.com 7.30pm circuit training and indoor football at aylesford sports college. Paul 01732 841358 (First Wed of month) 7.30 for 8pm British cactus & succulent society meet at Barming Parish hall tonbridge rd maidstone. all welcome. phone 01622 727776 for details. 7.00-9.00pm general Yoga at maidstone Yoga centre www.iyengar-yoga.co.uk 8pm Yoga all levels contact Jane 07711 790101 fitnessfriends@aol.com 9.30 & 10.45am Body control Pilates in aylesford. contact lisa 07512 932415 6-7.15pm Body control Pilates in mereworth. contact lisa 07512 932415 7.30-9.00pm Beginners Yoga at maidstone Yoga centre www.iyengar-yoga.co.uk 8-9pm exercise classes at loose Pavillion, Walnut tree lane 8-10pm the heath Players at east malling Institute, mill street - Jill or Peter on 01622 717491. 8.30pm Badminton at snodland vh, contact Paul on 01732 841358 10-12am stars theatre school, dance & drama @ Wmvh 3-1/2 to 8yrs & 12.15-2.15 (pm) 9yrs to 16yrs. Fun, friendly & affordable! www.starstheatre.webs.com 07981 831745
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1-4pm the Friends of the rsPca leybourne, christmas Fayre at larkfield vh, new hythe lane 7pm malling district lions club Quiz night Khch £5pp incl. Ploughman's. colin 01732 840345 8pm the malling society agm at the clout Institute followed by wine and nibbles. 1.30-2.45pm open afternoon at st Peter’s church of england (vc) Primary school (see ad) 11am-3pm christmas craft Bazaar at the church of st John the Baptist, Wateringbury. 2pm-4pm Kids & Kaboodle quality children’s nearly new sale in Khch 2-4.30pm maidstone mencap christmas Bazaar at cobtree hall mote Park, adm. 30p 7.45pm Kings hill WI at Khch a Puppet tale - angela collins. linda simmonds 01732 522437 8.30pm out of Bounds comedy @ the Wheatsheaf, london rd, Wm. entry is £10 10.30-2.pm christmas Fair at Blackthorn garden, st andrew's rd, maidstone, Kent Free christmas craft Fair at eastgate house, hight street, rochester 01634 338110 West malling Farmer’s market, christmas lights and shopping. 8pm “Innominata” for christmas concert at the church of st John the Baptist, Wateringbury. £6 the dickens christmas market at rochester castle. (see advert for full details) 10-5pm christmas tree Festival at st Peter & st Paul’s church aylesford. tkts £2 under 16 Free 10-2pm christmas tree Festival as above. 2pm christmas Brass Band concert & the aveley & tkts £6 under 16 Free 4-5pm refreshments available. sat 4 december 11.30am- 1.30pm christmas Fayre at Brookfield Infant school, swallow road, larkfield, Kent, sat 4 december 3-4.30pm disabled christians Fellowship christmas celebration at allington Baptish church. sat 4 december 7.30pm maidstone mencap's Xmas concert, cobtree hall mote Pk. tks £5, members & child £3 sunday 5 december 8am & 10.00am normal sunday services at st Peter’s church, aylesford. 11.30-3pm & 4- 5pm refreshments available 3pm christingle Family service revd chris van straaten - 01622 717434 sun 19 december 5pm carol service in mereworth church
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