Aylesford/Barming local Oracle October 2014

Oracle the local

Month 67 : October 2014

Distribution 12,000 homes & businesses

YOUR MONTHLY GUIDE TO LOCAL SERVICES IN AND AROUND

ALLINGTON, AYLESFORD, BARMING & DITTON AND MAIDSTONE

PLEASE HELP FIND MARMIE 07799 748337 findmarmie@gmail.com

News the local

Dear Readers

Welcome to the October edition of the local Oracle. We have a few new advertises along with lots of events for the coming months.

As you can see our front page is supporting the search for Marmie the cat who has been missing since July in the Maidstone area. If you have been feeding this lovely ginger cat or have seen him please do contact the owner Tracy Brewster who is desperate for his return.

Full details of all events can be seen on our online calendar along with the latest online version of the local Oracle just in case you want to direct a friend to certain advertisers or information. www.thelocaloracle.co.uk.

Have a great month!

Anna & Jane

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

CUT OFF DATES FOR ADVERTISING IN THE NOVEMBER EDITIONS ARE:

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

20th October 25th October 25th October

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

www.thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

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We cover three areas with over 12,000 distribution in each giving a total of 40,000 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 40,000 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

“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

“FACT

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

We are specifically looking for the following to give business to.....

GARAGE SIGN WRITER TRAVEL AGENT ESTATE/LETTING AGENT DOUBLE GLAZING CO. PAINTER & DECORATOR CLEANER GARDENER CARPET/FLOORING CO.

Call Anna on 01732 844246 to find out more

Changing the Way the World Does BusinessTM

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LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION 1,000 - 40,000

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

ELECTRICAL & SECURITY SERVICES 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

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WE CAN TARGET SPECIFIC AREAS TO SUIT YOU Give us a call or drop us an email.

01732 844246/521494 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

WILLS

Have you made a Will?

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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Mon – By appointment Tues - Fri 8.30 - 4.30pm Sat 9-3pm

SHOWROOM

www.lightingcompanyonline.co.uk

PAULINTERIORS ANTHONY CARPENTER & JOINER

local Oracle Discou nt applies

Carpentry Laminate wood flooring, door hanging.

Kitchen design and installation Made to measure wardrobes, cupboards, units & shelving.

No job too big or too small.

25 years experience.

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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.......

www.thesoulsurvivors.co.uk

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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

Handyman

COLOUR ADS Accountants Aerials Alarm Systems Appliance Repair Artist Bathroom Installation Blinds Building Regulations Building Services Business Opportunity Business Networking* Carpentry* Carpet Cleaning Chocolate Parties Computer Support Dentist Dog Training Double Glazing Double Glazing Repairs Electricians Estate Agent* Fencing Foot Care Garage Doors Garden Landscaping Garden Services Gas & Heating Services

Homecare Jewellers Leaflet Distribution* Lighting Locksmith Oven Cleaners Pest Control Piano Teacher Plasterer Plumbers Printer Removals Roofing Skip Hire Solicitors Soul Music Magazine Sweet Shop Tree Surgeon

Cut off date for November 2014 is 25 October 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

Tyres Website Design Weight Loss Windows Window Cleaners USEFUL NUMBERS EVENTS * New Advertiser

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 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 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.

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 13)

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) BUILDING & FIRE REGULATIONS Wilkinson Construction Consultants Suite 31, 60 Churchill Sq Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling ME19 4YU Tel: 01732 523466 office@thebuildinginspector.org www.thebuildinginspector.org Access Audits * Approved Inspector Building Regulation Approval CDM-C * Fire Safety Engineering Fire Risk Assessments - Training Building Standards in the UK

BUILDING SERVICES Any Aspect Builders Ltd Tel: 01622 729536 Mobile: 07407 764555 Contact: Kieron Kieronrobinson5@outlook.com www. anyaspectbuilders.co.uk Extensions, Driveways, Patios, Fencing, Refurbishments and more.

Over 20 years experience.

Fully Insured Free Quotes Reference Available

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.

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BUILDING SERVICES 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.

Star Construction Tel: 01732 848640 mobile: 07930 244454 contact: Mark Warrington www.starconstruction.net Star Construction can assist you with small, medium and large home maintenance, renovation and improvement projects inside and out. Design to completion of conversions, extensions and new builds. Local examples of high quality work available to view.

CARPET CLEANING

c 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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C 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 £17.50 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

COMPUTER SUPPORT 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.

AA Computer Services 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!

BUSINESS NETWORKING Paul Anthony Interiors BNI Kings Hill Kings Hill Golf Club, Kings Hill We meet every Thursday morning.

Come and join us.

Call Anna to book your place!

01732 844246 (See Colour Ad On Page 9)

Mobile : 07719 117250 Carpenter and joinery.

Laminate wood flooring.

Kitchen design and installation.

Made to measure sliding wardrobes.

Cupboards, units and shelving.

No job too big or too small.

25 years experience.

Call for free, no obligation quote.

Discount to local Oracle readers.

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

C-D COMPUTER SUPPORT KES Computer Support 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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D DOUBLE GLAZING 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-f DENTIST 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)

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

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited 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 FENSA Insurance backed.

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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

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

E 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 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 10) L.T Security & Electrical Services Braeburn Way, Kings Hill,West Malling Contact: Lee Terry Tel: 01732 522 788 Mob: 07971 552 663 Email: leeterry4@googlemail.com Over 30 qualified years experience in Electrical & Security work in domestic & commercial properties (12 years locally) All Alarms and Security Systems installed & Existing Systems maintained. All electrical work undertaken with No callout charge. Very quick response & reliable friendly personal approach. Free Estimates.

No job too small. Experienced in working

for the elderly.

ESTATE AGENT House to Home Online Tel: 01732 321331 sales@housetohomeonline.co.uk www.housetohomeonline.co.uk Your LOCAL online estate agent.

Sell your home from £250+vat Call for a free market appraisal.

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FENCING

Able Fencing

Tel: 07718 065111 Contact: Kane caplekane@gmail.com All types of fencing supplied, erected and repaired.

Old fences cleared and disposed of.

Licensed waste carrier.

Fully insured Free quotations No job too small Competitve rates guaranteed.

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.

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FOOT CARE

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.

SEE MANY ADVERTISERS AND MORE INFO ON OUR WEBSITE thelocaloracle.co.uk

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 Tel: 01622 673761 Mobile: 07714 304265 Contact: Antony Brecht www.midkentfoothealth.co.uk Quality foot care for the family.

A qualified, insured and registered foot health practitioner providing treatments in the comfort of your own home for all the common foot problems that prevent you living life to the full.

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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 Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

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.

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

All major credit/debit cards taken.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 844246 01732 521494

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HOMECARE

LOCKSMITH

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.

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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.

HANDYMAN 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.

Audley Care Tel: 01622 633101 www.audleycare.co.uk For care that’s wrapped around you.

Remember you don’t have to change your routine just to make things easier for us. It’s the other way around.

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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)

1,000 TO 40,000 LEAFLET PRODUCTION & DISTRIBUTION 01732 844246 01732 521494

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.

OVEN CLEANERS Oven Angels Tel: 01892 514552 Mobile: 07901 857608 ovenangels@onetel.com www.ovenangels.co.uk Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products.

Now in their 14th year.

Prices from £45. Fully insured.

As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.

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LIGHTING

PEST CONTROL

Lakes Lighting Company Lighting & Homeware Showroom Unit 10, Centre Court, Sir Thomas Longley Road, Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent ME2 4BQ Tel: 01634 717242 www.lightingcompanyonline.co.uk Suppliers of Astro Lighting, Diyas, Diyas Home, Endon home and Lighting and many more!

Swarovski authorised lighting partner.

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Goodwin Pest Management (GPM) Tel: 0800 6342530 Contact: Simon Goodwin office@gpmpestcontrol.co.uk www.GPMPEST.com Our professional pest control team will work hard to rid you of unwelcomed guests.

- rats & mice - cockroaches - squirrels - fleas/bedbugs - pigeons - wasps - insects State Oracle & receive 10% discount

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Wall 2 Wall Plastering Tel: 01634 313326 Mobile: 07843 881657 Contact: Joe Bunting wall2wallplastering@hotmail.co.uk Fully qualified Plasterer.

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Skimming & plaster boarding.

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Friendly & tidy service.

Free quotes.

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REMOVALS

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No job too small.

Free estimates.

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Local professional removal and storage company.

Family owned. Established 20 years.

Please ring for a free quote.

Reactive Plumbing and Heating Ltd

ROOFING

Goodfellows Removals & Storage Ashtree Farm, Teston Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 5RL Tel: 01732 841841 Fax: 01622 753708

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.

01622 734367 07729 727188

All aspects of roofing and property maintenance work undertaken, from general repair and household DIY work, to complete re-roofs and rebuilds.

We offer affordable prices.

References available on request.

PRINTERS

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.

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Local solicitors practice specialising in Wills, Probate Advice, Inheritance Tax, updating Wills (Codicils), Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection.

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

Fully insured.

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USEFUL LOCAL PHONE NUMBERS ALZHEIMER'S SOCIETY West Kent Branch - main centre 01732 370330 AGE CONCERN 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,13 Tonbridge Road Dr D Forsythe, The George Holding Centre, Chaucer Way HOSPITAL Aylesford Medical Centre, Admiral Moore Drive, British Legion Village, Aylesford 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 Mondays Mondays

10am-11.15am, Over 60’s Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.

11.20-12.20pm, Complete Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 1.30-2.30pm Medau Classes at Wateringbury Village Hall, ME18 5NU. 1st Class free £5 after.

Summer offer all new members 1/2 price for July. Call Dorothy on 01622 749002 for info.

Mondays 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – come and try, if you like it you can join. We can supply practice bowls. Socks are permissible if you haven’t got flat shoes.

Mondays 6-7pm Beavers (6-8 year olds) at Ditton Scout HQ next to recreation ground at New Rd, Ditton. For more information contact Ross King Group Scout Leader on 07812096724 Mondays (1st, ex Bank hols) 7 for 7.30pm Barming WI, Village Hall, Heath Road. Contact Linda 01622 720847.

Mondays 7-8pm Weight Watchers, Brassey Centre, Aylesford - Leader Judith 01622 683382 Mondays 7-8pm Kick Ass Aerobics £6 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 Mondays (3rd excl Aug) 7.30pm Allington Castle W.I. at Palace Wood School (Acorns) Diane 01622 721170.

Tuesdays (2nd & 4th) 2-4pm. Friendship afternoon. Brassey centre Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083 Tuesdays (term time) 9:30-11:30am Aylesford Parent and Toddler Group, Brassey Centre, Aylesford Tuesdays 6-7pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Group Scout Leader on 07812096724 Tuesdays 6.30pm-7.45pm, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 Tuesdays 7.45pm-9.15pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 Wednesdays 11.30-1.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Aylesford. Pam 07891 185983 Wed’s (term-time) 1.15-2.45pm Parent and Toddler Group ("Kidzpraise") run by Aylesford Church in The Brassey Centre, Station Road, Aylesford. Charge £1 per family. 01622 717434.

Wednesdays 2.15-3.30pm Get Together Club for the over 50s. Allington Baptist Church, 76a London Rd, ME16 0DT. Contact Cilla 01622 676944 or Sally 01622 720062 Wednesdays 6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Group Scout Leader 07812096724 Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm meditation and spiritual development group. Aylesford. Pam 07891185983 Wednesdays 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 9.45 and 10.45am Musical Playtime, Grove Green Community Centre. 07901 712510 Thursdays 10-12pm Buddha Buddies Baby and Tots Yoga, Adventure Kidz, Aylesford. For info 07801948969 Thursdays 10am-11.15am, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.

Thursdays 11.20am-12.20pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 Thursdays 5.15-6.45pm Beavers (6-8 year olds) at Ditton Scout HQ next to recreation ground at New Rd, Ditton. For more information contact Ross King Group Scout Leader on 07812096724 Thursdays 6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Leader Judith 01622 683382 Thursdays (3rd Thurs)7pm Wateringbury Flower Club, Nettlestead Village Hall, ME18 5ER. Details 01732 873021 Thursdays 7-9pm Ditton Scouts (10-14 years old) at Ditton Scout HQ. Leader 07812 096724 Thursdays 7-8pm Beginners Pilates £8 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 Thursdays 7.30pm Karate Club aimed at the older student 35+ at the Brassey Centre Station Road Aylesford. Small friendly club training in the original Okinawan martial art of Uechi Ryu karate.

Fridays 10am St Nicholas Church Hall, Allington musical fun for babies/toddlers contact 07901 712510 Fridays 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – come and try, if you like it you can join. We can supply practice bowls. Socks are permissible if you haven’t got flat shoes.

Fridays 8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at St Pauls Church Hall Boxley Road, Joan on 01634 256891.

Saturdays 9-10am & 10.15-11.15am Pre Natal Yoga £7 Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711 790101 Saturdays 10am-12noon Market at the Brassey Centre, Aylesford. Tea/Coffee. Contact 01622 717598 Sundays (2nd & 4th) 10am-12noon Zen Meditation Group, ME16, contact Barbara on 01622 670587 for details.

Saturday 4 October 1-3pm Free Art Exhibition, at Cross House, Church Lane, off South Street, Barming ME16 9HA Thursday 9 October 6-9pm 11+ Open evening at Invicta Grammar School Friday 10 October 7.30pm Autumn Barn Dance at Aylesford Village Club, Rochester Rd, Aylesford. Adm £5 adults, £3 children under 12 Please contact Eileen Jenner on 01622 715205 for tickets or info.

Saturday 11 October 7.30pm Maidstone Symphony Orchestra Concert at Mote Hall, Maidstone Leisure Centre, Maidstone. ME15 7RN. Tickets: £25, £20, £10, Students £5; 18s and under FREE. 01622 735830 Wednesday 15-17 Oct 9-10.30am 11+ Open morning at Invicta Grammar School Friday 17 October 7.30pm Quiz, Maidstone RNLI, Fant Hall, Fant Lane, ME16 8NN, £6. Ploughman's, bring own drink. Contact John Ashbolt 01622 725435 to reserve your place.

Saturday 18 October 3pm Maidstone Mencap Grand Jumble, Cobtree Hall, Mote Park ME15 8EB. Lesley 07726 334213 Saturday 18 October 7pm St Peters & St Pauls Church Aylesford Beetle Drive in Brassey Rooms, Station Rd, Aylesford. Tickets £3 adult, £2 child. Please bring your own drinks & snacks. Aline on 01622 716608 Wednesday 22 Oct 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI in Brassey Rooms Station Road, Aylesford. Eileen 01622 715205 Thursday 23 October 2pm AylesARA in the Community Centre, Aylesford. Contact Wayne on 01622 710734 Saturday 25 October 7.30pm Fun Wine Tasting Evening.7.30pm in Barming Village Hall. Godfrey on 01622 675005 Saturday 25/26 Oct 11am-5pm Cobdown Art Club exhibition & sale of work at Brassey Centre Aylesford. Adm 50p Friday 31 Oct/1 Nov 10am-4pm Hearty Quilters of Maidstone Quilt Show in St. Nicholas Church Halls, Poplar Grove, Allington, Maidstone ME16 0DE. Crafts, Tombola, Raffle & refreshments. Proceeds to HOKH.

Please re-submit your classes and meetings for the November edition by 25th October