ISSUE 154
DISTRIBUTION 15,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES
MAIDSTONE
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News the local
Dear Readers
Suite 159, 80 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales m: 07912 878830 t: 01732 521494 Anna Artwork/Sales m: 07939 248983 t: 01732 795777 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off dates for advertising in the March 2022 editions are: • Maidstone 20th February • Malling 15th February • Tonbridge 20th February
18 years old!! How did that happen? Some of you have moved into the area, got married, had children and possibly organising their weddings in the time we have been in business! Jane’s children have all grown up in this time, we have moved from home to office and home again, not to mention nearly 2 years of Covid that stopped print for a few months. Through thick and thin, we have some extremely loyal advertisers and readers because we are still here. A massive THANK YOU to you all. If you have collected every copy in those 18 years then we have a gift for you; just give us a call. So on with current times and we have some great new advertisers with us. Having been cancelled in 2020 and 2021, the Tonbridge Triathlon is back in May. Anna learned to swim especially for this event so if you fancy a challenge, then why not sign up and see her there. You might even fancy just supporting on the day.....she needs all the help she can get!! You can find all editions online www.thelocaloracle.co.uk and we will also be sharing information on our social media pages which can easily be found.... facebook.com/ thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/thelocaloracle and www. linkedin.com/company/the-local-oracle. Thank you for reading and supporting the local Oracle.
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Family business - established 30 years Est. in 1982, I first started working in the local area before mobile phones and the Internet. Having been commissioned to do work for Queen and country, Kent police and working on a number of listed buildings in Kent’s beautiful countryside, advertising back then for me was local courier groups handing out papers and word of mouth because of a good job well done. Having been part of the local Oracle now for 18 years, it leaves me only to admire how much simpler advertising to my local clients can be, thanks to Jane and the team. With the reassurance that all the local businesses are constantly monitored by staff at the local Oracle, you get a real sense of trust from clients the moment you walk in the door. Couldn’t be more happy with the service. Keep up the good work please. Many thanks, Robert Ashley - The Aerial Man - Page 18 t: 01732 883542 or: 01622 871614
All Seasons Fencing
Hello the local Oracle Jane and Anna. Congratulations on 18 years of trading and supporting small businesses. I’ve been with you since day 1 and will continue to be. You helped me get started and because of your targeted distribution to local areas, you have enabled me to keep my work close to home. Here’s to the next 18 years! Mark Steward owner of All Seasons Fencing t: 01732 844634 m: 07847 717553
Thank you to all these advertisers who have all been with us for well over 10 years! - Extra Hands Ironing & Shirt Laundry - A D Landscapes Ltd - AAPM Construction - Interior Decor - Loft Ladders & Hatches - DG Solutions (Kent) Limited - Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd - R Blackman General Maintenance - Chatfield Carpentry - RED Carpentry - GJ Services - SOS Window Works - DAR Electrical Services - Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd - Inside Out - TLC Scrap Metal - J&H Accounting Services Ltd - Oven Wizards
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- All Clean Windows - Kings Hill Garage Limited - Howard Caine Conservatories - LT Security & Electrical Services - AA Computer Services - TaxAssist Accountants - Paul Tann Ltd - Autospray Solutions - Hudson Carpentry & Building Services - West Malling Podiatry - Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists - Andy Payne Electrical Contractors - Coe’s Landscapes & Cota Construction - Dave’s Property Maintenance - Hylton Plumbing Services - Graham Colley Solicitors - Spicelin Property Services - Keith Bunyon
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Garage Doors − Garolla p16 Garden Landscaping - Coe's Landscapes & Cota Construction − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Gas & Heating Services - Blaize Services Ltd p15 Gutter Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd p16 Handyman - DME Property Services Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle p13 Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Plasterer - David Terry Plastering Plumbers - All Aspects Plumbing p13 - Summers Domestic Plumbers Printers - Scarbutts Printers p13 Roofing - Holland & Holland Roofing - T&A Roofing & Property Maintenance p19 Save Money - Utility Warehouse Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p13 - Laker Legal p11 Tree Surgery − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p18 Website/Marketing/Business Support - FullPivot p11* Will Writing & Estate Planning - Humphrey & Scace p12 - Isla Law Windows - Acorn Glacier p14 - The Window Man p19 Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows
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Cut off dates: Maidstone: 20th February (Delivery - 2nd week of month) Malling: 20th February (Delivery - 1st week of month) Tonbridge: 20th February (Delivery - 2nd week of month) for the March 2022 edition
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TaxAssist Accountants
t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 13) AERIALS
The Aerial Man t: 01732 883542 01622 871614
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BUILDING SERVICES
M C Construction
t: 01732 642611 m: 07841 658821 e: m-c-construction@hotmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18) BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
BUILDING SERVICES
Bathroom Solutions
Paul Tann Ltd
t: 01732 871254 m: 07908 021913 c: David Bartholomew e: bathroomsolutionslarkfield@outlook.com f/b: @Bathroomsolutionslarkfield Complete bathroom installs, supply and design or fit only. Plumbing, tiling, splash panels, plastering, electrical work. All types of floors fitted. No obligation quotes. Over 15 Yrs Exp. Public liability insured.
t: 01732 842863 m: 07873 965231 c: Paul e: 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.
AIR AMBULANCE
BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
BUILDING SERVICES
Air Ambulance
Nightingale Bathrooms
R Blackman General Maintenance
a: Rochester City Airport, ME5 9SD t: 01634 471900 e: hello@aakss.org.uk www.aakss.org.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 20)
t: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 18) BLINDS
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Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com (See Colour Ad On Page 19)
t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman040665@gmail.com
Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork. Interior and exterior painting. Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.
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CARPENTRY
Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Network Marketing Business t: 01732 521494 c: Jane Marshall e: jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.make-moneywithme.co.uk
Red Carpentry
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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t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon Exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted. All types of windows. Solid & laminate flooring. All types of carpentry work undertaken. Over 30 years experience.
CARPET CLEANING
COMMUNITY
t: Freephone: 0800 6942024
t: 03000 422 065 e: community.connectors@kent.gov.uk www.kent.gov.uk/communityconnectors
Homefresh
Community Connectors
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CHARITY EVENT
Autospray Solutions
Maidstone Road Run
m: 07773 340049 t: 01622 727263 c: Ben (See Colour Ad On Page 20)
Sunday 6th March www.hokh.org
(See Colour Ad On Page 21) CHARITY EVENT
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01732 795777 or 01732 521494
The Tonbridge Triathlon
Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May www.tonbridgetriathlon.com (See Colour Ad On Page 20)
Championing positive wellbeing for over 65s. Improve your wellbeing. Tackle loneliness. Learn a new skill or participate in a new activity. Increase self-confidence and selfesteem. Achieve a better quality of life. COMPUTER SUPPORT
01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net Computer support, repairs & upgrades. Virus and malware removal. Complete business and home connectivity service. For additional services see our website. Unit 7, Kilnbridge Works, East Farleigh, ME15 0HD
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Howard Caine Conservatories
t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 17)
CUT OFF DATE
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ELECTRICIANS
DENTIST
Identics Dental Surgery
a: 1 Odiham Drive, Allington, Maidstone t: 01622 669345 e: info@identicsdentalcare.co.uk www.identicsdentalcare.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Back Page)
ASD Electrical Services
t: 01634 624555 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 15)
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
ELECTRICIANS
DG Solutions (Kent) Limited
DAR Electrical Services
Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling
G GARDEN LANDSCAPING
Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd
a: Larkfield t: 01732 848179 m: 07850 175077 c: Kevin Kennett e: 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. major credit/debit cards taken.
t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS TO: Windows, Doors and Conservatories Broken Handles, Hinges, Locks, adjustments, Misted or Cracked Sealed Units, Upgrades, Letter Boxes, Cat Flap Installations. Free Telephone Advice and Call Out Over 30 years’ experience
t: 01622 870147 m: 07515 159821 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.
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
FOOTBALL CLUB PARTNERSHIP
GAS & HEATING SERVICES
SOS Window Works
KHFC Business Partnership
Blaize Services Ltd
t: 01622 206690 m: 07779 006696 e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 19)
DISTRIBUTORS WANTED Call 01732 795777 DRIVEWAY/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS
Bramko Ltd
Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk NPTC Qualified Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition. Weed moss, & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces. Patio slabs from £45, Block paving from £75. Free estimate & advice. Gutter Cleaning from £50 (See Colour Ad On Page 16)
This space can be yours from just £27+vat per month and go to 15,000 homes and businesses from Ditton and Aylesford to Allington, Barming and Maidstone.
(See Colour Ad On Page 20)
m: 07581 154499 c: James e: jtr.plumber72@gmail.com
GARAGE DOORS
GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON
Garolla Roller Shutter Doors
Bramko Ltd
www.kingshillfcpartnership.weebly.com
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t: 01622 410 076 m: 07537 149 128
(See Colour Ad On Page 16) GARDEN LANDSCAPERS
Coe’s Landscapes & Cota Construction
t: 07944 442442 c: Tim Coe e: timcoe36@icloud.com www.coelandscapes.co.uk Friendly family company Est.1970 All groundwork, footings & drainage undertaken. Large & small scale work. Free quotes. We cover all of Kent. Patios and driveways, fencing decking and screening, walling, steps and gates, water features and planting. Large and small turfing and levelling.
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m: 07899 894838 t: 01732 357660 c: Mark Killick e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 16)
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DME Property Services
A.Maidstone Locksmiths
Summers Domestic Plumbers
m: 07469 202653 e: dmepropertyservice@gmail.com inst: DME Property We offer a range of both internal and external property maintenance. Wall and floor tiling. Internal and external painting. Wallpaper hanging and stripping. Skirting and coving. Patios and paving. Jet washing & other external cleaning. We are a small, friendly, reliable business offering competitive rates.
a: 27 Dixon Close, Maidstone ME15 6SS t: 01622 410057 m: 07837 751611 c: John e: 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.
t: 01732 400630 m: 07530 360200 c: Lee Marshall-Summers e: leesumers74@outlook.com Taps, leaks, boilers, heating, cylinders, rads, tanks, ball valves, blocked drains. Outside taps fitted. All plumbing jobs.
PRINTERS
Scarbutts Printers
This space can be yours from just £27+vat per month and go to 15,000 homes and businesses from Ditton and Aylesford to Allington, Barming and Maidstone.
TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494
t: 01732 870066 www.scarbutts.com
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PLASTERERS
ROOFING
David Terry Plastering
Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd
t: 01622 661780 m: 07971 919694 e: d-j-terry@hotmail.co.uk www.davidterry-plastering.co.uk All internal plastering. Plaster over Artex, coving, plaster boarding and re skims. Painting and decorating. Free Estimates.
t: 01622 842069 m: 07939 583618 c: Tom Holland office@hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk www.hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk Flat Roofing Specialists - Installers of high performance flat roofing systems. Our quotes are free of charge and arranged at a time that’s convenient for you. All work is insuranced backed guaranteed. Members of the Confederation of Roofing Contractors. (CORC)
LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION
PLUMBERS
ROOFING
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All Aspects Plumbing
T&A Roofing & Property Maintenance
t: 01732 525805/6 e: 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 46,500 leaflets each month in the area of your choice. Call to book your space.
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WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING
Graham Colley Solicitor
Isla Law Ltd
t: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors
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Laker Legal
t: 01622 804474 www.lakerlegal.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 11)
t: 01622 239766 m: 07825 575826 c: Ruth Pannell MA (Cantab) TEP e: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk www.islalaw.co.uk Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney & Probate. Family business based in Maidstone. Over 10 years' experience. Fully regulated and insured. Contactless appointments available. We do weekend and evening appoints. Fair, fixed fees agreed in advance.
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TREE SURGERY
WINDOWS
Utility Warehouse
M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping
Acorn Glacier
Authorised Distributor t: 01732 521494 m: 07912 878830 c: Jane www.save-moneywithme.co.uk I can show you how to make great savings on your household and business utilities. Ask me for more info or check out my website.
TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494
t: 01634 323960 m: 07748 848598 c: Matthew Dighton e: matthewdighton@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18)
a: Parkwood Ind. Estate, ME15 9YR t: 01732 550054 m: 07860 831791 e: info@acornglassline.co.uk www.acornglassline.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 14) WINDOWS
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The Window Man
m: 07961 442810 e: johnnytheglass@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 19)
WEBSITE/MARKETING/BUSINESS SUPPORT
WINDOW CLEANERS
FullPivot
All Clean Windows
t: 01732 247028 e: dominic@fullpivot.com www.fullpivot.com/dominic (See Colour Ad On Page 11) WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING
Humphrey & Scace
t: 01732 252540 www.humphreyandscace.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
t/f: 01622 745179 c: Jean Tandy e: jean.tandy@virginmedia.com 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.
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What can we do for you? We now have 3 editions with a distribution totalling 46,500 homes and businesses.
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Every 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and full page colour advert comes with: A-Z category listing and a page on our website. We can print, supply leaflets and distribute 1,000 to 46,500 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target .
Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone
Maidstone EDITION
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Each monthly edition can be found on our website where you can flick through the pages online. You can have a page on our website for just £10 per month which includes photos, a video, text and links to your website and social media. This is our business and you will only speak to us!
Anna & Jane
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5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just
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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 CCTV Installation
Tel: 01732 883542 or: 01622 871614 MAIDSTONE
HOME & GARDEN
‘THE AERIAL MAN’
Family business - established 30 years
ASPECTS
PLUMBING & HEATING
Plumbing, Heating, Boilers, Tanks, Cylinders, Showers, Taps and much more. Call Jamie
01732 671 131
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• Full heating installations, system upgrades and maintenance. • Boiler replacements, breakdowns and servicing.
• Annual gas safety inspections. • Vented and unvented domestic hot water cylinders.
• General plumbing. Contact us on 01622 430290 or 07581 154499 info@blaizeservicesltd.com DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE
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HOME & GARDEN
DON’T RISK BLOCKED GUTTERS.... exposing your home to damp & rot Sky Vac Cleaning system prevents costly repairs
• Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 3 storeys. • On board camera for precision cleaning.
• Accesses above restricted areas such as conservatories, extensions, valley/box gutters, garages and small spaces.
• Gutter repairs.
Free camera inspection & estimate. GUTTER CLEANING FROM £50
BRAMKO LTD
PLEASE CALL Mark Killick 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 mik1969@hotmail.co.uk Search Bramko Ltd for 5* reviews
Only £895 for a fully fitted electric door.
HOMEFRESH CARPETS (Average) Normal Rate Special Rate Single Room (12’x12’) £ 62 Through Room (12x18’) £ 76 Hall, Stairs & Landing £ 76
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M C Construction
t: 01732 642611 m: 07841 658821 m-c-construction@hotmail.com All aspects of building work and property renovations. Bathrooms, kitchens, full house refurbs to extensions and new builds. Call for a free quote. Fully insured and reliable. Check out our Instagram page mc__construction
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T&A Roofing & Property Maintenance No job too big or too small. All roofing repairs. New roofs and flat roofs. All chimney work. Guttering, cleaning and repairs. Moss removal. Painting, driveways, fencing, brickwork and tree work.
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THE WINDOW MAN Sash cords replaced. Greenhouses repaired. Windows supplied. Mirrors supplied and fitted. Broken glass repaired & fitted. New handles supplied & fitted. Broken double glazed units repaired & fitted. Lead light & stained glass repaired. Established 50 years
Call 07961 442810
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PERSONAL & LEISURE
Early May Bank Holiday Monday - Tonbridge School Sports Centre
2nd May 2022 New medal!
Olympic Standard 800m swim 50k cycle 10k run
Sprint
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Previous race rated “Excellent” in all categories by the BTF report
Sprint Relay Race as a team!
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Tonbridge Triathlon is an annual event ran by Tonbridge Lions Club. For more information on our charitable events and the causes we support visit www.tonbridgelions.co.uk PERMITTED EVENT ORGANISER 2022
Join the KHFC Business Partnership Do you represent a business in Kent that would like to support our local community football club and build relationships with some fantastic people? We created the business partnership in 2019 and now have members from over 40 organisations. This grew throughout lockdown and we now meet on a monthly basis alternating between online zoom sessions and face to face lunches at local venues and offices. The Partnership helps generate much needed funds for the club and came together to sponsor the ‘Jets’ team for players with special education needs (SEN) as-well as generating required funds for the frame football team.
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Useful Numbers ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY 01892 835498
AGE UK Maidstone
01622 753618 7 Mill Street, Maidstone ME15 6XW
COUNCIL Maidstone Borough Council, Maidstone House, Kings Street, Maidstone 01622 602000 www.maidstone.gov.uk Tonbridge & Malling BC, Gibson Building, Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 844522 DOCTORS Aylesford Medical Centre, Admiral Moore Drive, British Legion Village, Aylesford 01622 885880 Thornhills Medical Practice, Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 849980 The Vine Medical Centre, 13 Tonbridge Road 01622 754898 Dr D Forsythe, The George Holding Centre, Chaucer WaY 01732 841213 HOSPITAL Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone 01622 729000 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY Maidstone & District 07562 521403 LIBRARY Castle Rd, Allington ME16 0PR 01622 683435 Martin Square, Larkfield 0300 041 3131
LOCAL HALLS Aylesford Village Community Centre, 25 Forstal Road 01622 717473 Aylesford Village Club 01622 716056 Beechwood Community Hall, Marigold Way Barming - Martine Jefferys 07504 622288 Ditton Community Centre, Kilnbarn Road 01732 844749 Leybourne Village Hall 01732 873722 St Nicholas Church Halls, Poplar Grove, Allington Maidstone ME16 0DE stnicholas1@outlook.com 01622 299715 The Brassey Centre, Station Road, Aylesford ME20 7QR 01622 719366 aylesfordchurch@btconnect.com MAIDSTONE LIONS CLUB Malcolm Luxton 0845 8339869 MALLING DISTRICT LIONS CLUB Ted Inns 0845 8335735 PHARMACIES Delmergate Oaks Pharmacy, Royal British Legion Village, Aylesford 01622 882386 Paydens, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 843203 POLICE Maidstone Police Control Centre 101 Neighbourhood Police Officers Community Warden - Ditton Susan Absolon 07813 712081 RSPCA RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 123 0751
SAMARITANS 48 Grecian Street, Maidstone, ME14 2TS FREEPHONE 116 123 SCHOOLS Allington Primary School, Hildenborough Crescent, London Road 01622 757350 Aylesford Primary School, Teapot Lane, Aylesford 01622 718192 Aylesford Sports College, Teapot Lane, Aylesford 01622 717341 Ditton Infant School, Pear Tree Avenue, Ditton 01732 844107 Ditton Junior School, New Road, Ditton 01732 843446 St Peter’s & St Paul’s Pre-School, Ditton Community Centre - Jackie Dearden 07729 042811 St Peter’s Church of England Primary School 01622 717335 Mount Pleasant, Aylesford Ditton Church Pre-School, Church Centre - Wendy Caldicott 07845 921621 Palace Wood Primary School, Talbot Road, Allington 01622 750084 Leybourne St Peter & Paul Primary School, Rectory Lane North, Leybourne 01732 842008 St James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912 The Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995
TRAINS National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50
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2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield 1 VH, New Hythe Lane for beginners. 12.45pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Easy level.
THURSDAYS (4th) 2pm AylesARA, over 50s meet in the Aylesford CC. Andrew Shilitto 01622 719830
SUNDAYS (3rd) Aylesford Farmers Market in the grounds of Aylesford Priory (4th) West Malling Farmers Market in the High Street.
2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715
FRIDAYS
(3rd, ex Bank Hols) 7.15 for 7.30 Barming Horticultural Society. Village Hall, Heath Road, Guests £2, info Julie 01622 726341.
(1st) 2.15-4.15pm Aylesford History Group meet at the Aylesford Community Center. All welcome.
TUESDAYS
8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100.
.30pm Group running from Larkfield 7 Leisure Centre. www.larkfieldac.co.uk
one off events by SATURDAYS
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(2nd) 1.15-4pm DAMARA Retired/Semi-
Retired meet at Ditton Community Centre. 01732 844195
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(2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. For info, contact Karin, mketgroup21@gmail.com 9–10am Ballet Company ballet classes to children 3 years+ at Hermitage Park Community Centre, Allington. Leyla Downton 07832 298780
20th February to be included in March 2022 whether they are in person or via zoom. info@thelocaloracle.co.uk
...ALSO THIS MONTH Saturday 12 February 9.30am-3pm East Malling Grand Stamp Fair at East Malling VH, ME19 6DD. Free admission and car park. Refreshments available. Tuesday 15 February 8-10:30pm Out of Bounds Comedy at The Moat, London Rd, Wrotham, Sevenoaks TN15 7RJ. Tickets £10 www.wegottickets.com/outofbounds, visit The Moat or call 01732 882263 for more details and to book your table for food. Sunday 6 March Maidstone Road Run 2022 (See Page 21 for details). Monday 2nd May Tonbridge Triathlon (See Page 20 for details).
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