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Cut off date for the February 2025 edition is Wednesday 15th January.
Delivery from 31st January.
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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.
Reliable, consistent, trustworthy and great value.
Call us for more information.
Gleaming Cleaning
m: 07486 860647 or 07769 996921
c: Terri
Always busy? No time for cleaning? Ovens NEED to be deep cleaned! Ironing pile getting bigger? Garden that never stops growing? Hoovering & dusting getting you down? Call us to leave your house gleaming! Need any painting or decorating? No job too BIG or too SMALL! For a professional 1-2-1 service with A Smile. Free quotation 1st clean 10% Off
Exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted. All types of windows. Solid & laminate flooring. All types of carpentry work undertaken.
Over 30 years experience.
Trusted cleaning specialist based in Snodland. We are dedicated to providing superior
solutions for both domestic & commercial spaces. Contact us today for a free quote and 15% off your first clean.
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!
Home Computer Help
t: 01732 220467
m: 07966 825265
c: Rob
e: hchelp194@gmail.com
Experienced IT Professional providing an in-home service.
Internet & email troubleshooting. Training & advice. Fixed prices - no hourly rates.
COMPUTER SUPPORT
Keeping IT Simple
m: 07375 416176
e: dan@kisIT.co.uk
www.kisit.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 16)
CUT OFF DATE
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.
Fully qualified female decorator with over 20 years experience.
Interior painting, decorating, wallpapering and colour consultations. Virtually dust free sanding system. High quality work at competitive prices. Tidy, reliable service. Contact for FREE advice and quote. References available.
DECORATORS
Impact Decoration
t: 01732 873726
m: 07882 597433
c: Sam Gregory
e: info@impact-decoration.co.uk www.impact-decoration.co.uk Kings Hill based, polite and tidy. Internal and External decoration. City and Guilds qualified. Dulux Select Approved Decorator. Fully insured. Domestic & Commercial clients.Virtually dust free sanding. Paper hanging.
DECORATORS
Don’t Just Cope......Live! Talking can make a difference info@amadeacounselling.co.uk 07412 819028
70 Churchill Square, Kings Hill West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU www.amadeacounselling.co.uk
Quote First5 to get 5% off first 5 sessions
Interior Painting & Decorating
t: 07957 485125
c: Paul
Interior painting, decorating and wallpaper hanging services. Very competitive rates. Fully insured. Professional and reliable service. No job too small. Call for FREE advice and quotation.
DECORATORS
JP’s Decorating
m: 07956 874044 or 07944 126353
c: Phil
e: jpcookies4@yahoo.co.uk
For all your interior and exterior painting, no job too small. All quotes guaranteed to beat the rest. I have many years experience. Kings Hill based. Domestic/Commercial & insurance. (References available on request)
DECORATORS
Mark Standen Decorating Services
t: 01622 721428
m: 07845 744911
(See Colour Ad On Page 23)
DECORATORS
Rathbone Decorating Services
t: 01622 721491
m: 07753 487796
c: Robert
(See Colour Ad On Page 25)
DECORATORS
Richard’s Painting Service
m: 07392 822833
c: Richard Taggart
e: taggart50934@gmail.com
All aspects of decorating work undertaken.
Multi-skilled builder of 30 years. Fully insured. Free estimates & advice given. All jobs big or small!
DECORATORS
Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists
a: 1 Hawkridge Grove, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4JB
t/f: 01732 873754
m: 07971 542609/07824 887677
e: m.roast@gmail.com
Interior and Exterior Decoration
Plastering, Wood repair-care trained (ideal for rotten joinery) Carpentry Wallpapering, Coving, Tiling. City & Guilds Approved, 18 yrs exp. Insurance & Commercial work. References on request.
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Your own area with map and a week to deliver.
ELECTRICIANS
ASD Electrical Services
t: 01634 624555 or 01622 528190
e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 19)
FENCING
D&T FENCING & DECKING
Mobile: 07834 068835
dannywardell@btinternet.com
All types of fencing, gates & decking supplied & erected. Repairs undertaken. No job too small. Free no obligation quotes.
ELECTRICIANS
DG Solutions (Kent) Limited Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling
Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838
e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk
NPTC Qualified
Block paving, patio slabs, resin & decking restored to original condition. Weed moss, & grime removal. Patio slabs from £75, Block paving from £95. Free estimate & advice.
Gutter Cleaning from £50
(See Colour Ad On Page 20) CUT
FENCING
All Seasons Garden Fencing
t: 01732 844634
m: 07847 717553 (New Number)
c: Mark Steward www.allseasonsgardenfencing.co.uk
All types of garden fencing & gates. supplied, erected and repaired. Close boarded. Panel, post & rail, decking & pagodas. No job too small. Approved by 3 local Parish Councils. Free quotations.
GARDEN LANDSCAPERS
A D Landscapes Ltd
a: Ightham
t: 01732 763114
m: 07790 036871
c: Antony Dartnell
www.adlandscapesltd.co.uk
HND Garden Design and HND Landscape Management. All aspects of hard and soft landscape works undertaken from design to implementation. Free consultation and estimates. Portfolio & references available. Fully insured.
GARDEN LANDSCAPERS
Coe’s Landscapes
t: 07944 442442
c: Tim Coe
e: timcoe36@icloud.com
fb: facebook.com/coeslandscapes
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.
Feeling stuck in your life and career? Online 1:1 coaching services helping you move from stress and overwhelm to feeling more confident, calm, and in control of your personal and professional life. Block session discounts. Member of Life Coach Directory
Loft ladders supplied and fitted with a hinged hatch. Also loft flooring. Qualified City & Guilds carpenter. Fully insured for your peace of mind. All work guaranteed. 30 years exp.
Get It Repaired
a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill ME19 4YU
t: 01732 525818
www.getitrepaired.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Back Page)
OSTEOPATH
The Osteo Group
a: Block 50, Suite 7 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, West Malling ME19 4YU
m: 07856 556766
www.theosteogroup.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 29)
Coaching by Katie
m: 07598 268823
e: katie@coachingbykatie.co.uk
inst: coaching_by_katie
fb: Coaching By Katie www.coachingbykatie.co.uk
PET SERVICES
Leading Paws Dog Walking and Training Academy
m: 07590 316603
e: Lizzie@leadingpaws.co.uk www.leadingpaws.co.uk
Dog Walking - Group and Solo Puppy Pop-ins
Cat feeding
Puppy and Dog Training classes
Agility and Scentwork Classes
Home boarding and Pet Sitting Services.
OVEN CLEANERS
OVEN CLEANERS
Oven Wizards
t: 01622 616168
m: 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 £49. Established in 2006, used and trusted by 1000’s of local clients. Take a look at our website to see reviews from local customers.
PLASTERERS
Plastering Solutions
c: David Bartholomew
m: 07908 021913
e: plasteringsolutionslarkfield@outlook.com
All aspects of plastering
Coving
Skirting Painting
High quality finish
Fully insured
Free no obligation quotes Over 20 years experience
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)
William Kent & Sons Roofing
t: 01732 824059
m: 07778 586865
All roof work undertaken: roofing repairs, renewals, flat roofs, new roofs, lead work, slate, tiles & chimneys. UVPC fascias & soffits & guttering. Lofts insulated fitted. All exterior decorating. All work guaranteed. No job too small. Free quotation. Family run business. Registered waste carrier.
SCRAP METAL CLEARANCE
TLC Scrap Metal
t: 07804 057096
c: Tom Calvert
Man with flat-bed truck available for free metal collection. Clearance work undertaken 90% of rubbish recycled. Fully licensed to remove and transport scrap and rubbish.
TREE SURGERY
t: 01732 810695 m: 07734 087425
c: Amanda & Mathew Everest
e: handetrees@outlook.com www.handetrees.co.uk
NPTC qualified and fully insured. All aspects of tree, hedge and stump grinding work carried out. We are a local friendly business. We offer a professional service from start to finish. All our quotes are free.
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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.
Complete bathroom installations.
• General plumbing.
• Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 3 storeys.
• Accesses above restricted areas such as conservatories, extensions, valley/box gutters, garages and small spaces.
• ALL GUTTER REPAIRS.
• Independently established 20 years serving Kent
Conservatory too Hot in the Summer? or too Cold in the Winter?
Here at Howard Caine Conservatories, we are able to offer an all year round solution. Why not replace your existing roof glass or polycarbonate with the latest climate control heat-guard materials.
Go green and make your existing windows more energy efficient with less heat loss and lower heating bills.
We also specialise in the following
* New Conservatories
* Refurbishment
* Window/Doors
* Overhauls
* Soffits/Facia
* Misted / broken units
* Guttering
* Handles/Hinges
* Fensa Registered
* Fully insured
* Garage Doors
• All aspects of plumbing works (leaks, tap replacements)
• Bathroom Installations
• Boiler Installations
• Boiler Breakdowns
• Boiler Services
• Gas Safety Checks
• Drain Jetting (Blocked Drains)
• Drainge CCTV surveys
• Gutter Repairs
• Chlorination and water hygiene works.
• Mastic Works
• Tiling
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Turfing, Fencing, Driveways, Block Paving, Patios, Decking and Rotivating.
Full landscaping service. Fully insured. City & Guilds. All work undertaken currently comes with a 3 year guarantee.
Contact: Tom Mobile: 07768 911241 or 01732 807997 Unit 1, Hernewell Farm, London Road West Malling, ME19 5DD www.marshallslandscapes.com www.facebook.com/MarshallsKent/
MT PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES
We cover all heating and gas works. New Boiler installation. Service & repair Landlord safety checks. Heating controls. Wireless controls. Hive, nest, Honeywell. Unvented cylinders. Service & repair
Gas cookers and hobs. New gas runs.
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 johnnytheglass@gmail.com
Every
We can print, supply
and distribute 1,000 to 20,000 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target.
This is our business and you will only speak to us!
Useful Numbers
• Alzheimer’s Society 01892 835498
• Citizens Advice 0808 278 7810
• Multiple Sclerosis Society - SE Kent Branch 08453 970543
• St James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912
• St Katherine’s School, St Katherine’s Lane, Snodland, Kent ME6 5EJ 01634 240061
• The Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995
• Trottiscliffe C of E Primary School, School Lane, Trottiscliffe 01732 822803
• West Malling C of E Primary School, Norman Road, West Malling 01732 842061
TRAINS
• National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50
Events
MONDAYS
9.30-11am Platt Stay & Play at Platt Memorial Hall. plattstayandplay@hotmail.com to book.
10-11.15am Adult Elementary BalletAddington Village Hall
10-4 (& Wed) The Welcome Hub, The sycamore Tree Centre Larkfield. - Coffee and chat. Contact Monica Wilding monicawilding@ outlook.com
11.15-12.30 Adult Improvers Ballet - Addington Village Hall
12-2pm Community Cosy Club at Kings Hill Community Centre. Free of change.
12pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane for beginners.
1pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Easy level.
1-3.30pm Ditton Short Mat Indoor Bowls Club at Ditton Community Centre, ME20 6AH.
2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715
(2nd) 2-4pm Mothers’ Union meets at St. Mary’s Church, West Malling. 01732 843964
3.15-4.45pm After School Club at The East Malling Centre
7.30pm Kings Hill Rotary Club. Contact to find out more. khrc09@yahoo.com
7.30pm Kings Hill Soul Choir at Kings Hill Community Centre.
(3rd) 8pm Malling Lions meet at The Wealden Hall 773 London Road Larkfield, ME20 6DE
TUESDAYS
10-11am Ballet Workout - Addington Village Hall
10-12.30pm Citizens Advice at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way. ME19 6BN
2-3.30pm Sycamore Tree Craft Group at Larkfield Methodist Church Sylvia 01634 245767
TUESDAYS Cont.....
7pm Malling Rotary Club. Contact for more info: www.malling-rotary.org.uk
7-15 to 9-45pm Short Mat Bowls at Ryarsh Village Hall – All are welcome.
7.30pm Group running from Larkfield Leisure Centre. All welcome. www.larkfieldac.co.uk
7.45-10pm Malling Photographic Society, West Malling Village Hall (Sept-April)
WEDNESDAYS
(2nd) 1-4pm DamARA (Ditton & Malling) Active Retirement Club meet at Ditton Community Centre. Tel: 01622 297150 for info.
1.30-4pm Aylesford Short Mat Bowls Club. Aylesford Village CC. Call Ted 07913 914851
1.30-3pm (term time) Little Larks for babies, Toddlers & preschoolers Larkfield Methodist Church Hall - £2 per family inc drinks & biscuits First week free. monicawilding@outlook.com
8.30-9.30pm DanceFit with Lucy at Leybourne Village Hall. hello@Lrsd.co.uk
THURSDAYS
(1st & 3rd) 10am-12pm The Hub from St Gabriel’s Kings Hill at Cricket Pavilion £1 (2nd) 11am to 12 noon. The Arts Society host Lectures at Ryarsh VH. Guests welcome (1st & 3rd) 12.30-2.30pm Silver Lunch Club at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way. (2nd) 2pm Leybourne Active Retirement Assoc. meet at Leybourne VHl. Linda 01732 522437
(1st&3rd) 2-3.45pm Over 60s Get together Allington Baptist Church, 76A London Rd, ME16 0DT 01622 692683. Up to 4th July.
...ALSO THIS MONTH
Monday 6 January 2025 Closing day for Rotary Young Photographer Competition.
THURSDAYS Cont.....
8.30-10.00pm Hartley Morris Men practice at Wrotham. Call 07983 107934
8pm-10pm Kits Coty Morris Dancers. Institute Hall, Forge Lane, East Farliegh, 01634 244503
FRIDAYS
11am Health Walk from The East Malling Centre
1-3.30pm Ditton Short Mat Indoor Bowls Club at Ditton Community Centre, ME20 6AH. (3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield Active Retirement meets Larkfield Village Hall. Chris Baker 01732 873705.
8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100. (3rd) 2-4pm Kings Hill Active Retirement Assoc. meet at KHCC. Call Richard on 01732 845717 (3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield WI at Church Farm, New Hythe Lane. Contact Rachel 07816 644010 (Last) 8-10pm Malling Art Club, Offham VHVisitors welcome. Jackiehart011@gmail.com
SATURDAYS
(2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. (2nd) 10am-12.30pm Tonbridge Repair Cafe at St Stephen’’s Church, Tonbridge TN9 2SW
SUNDAYS
10am St Gabriel’s, Kings Hill Church of England Holy Communion/Eucharist at DiscoverySchool, (3rd) 10.30-1pm Wateringbury Community Market, Wateringbury Village Hall, ME18 5NU (4th) 9.30-1.30pm Farmer’s Market West Mallng in the High Street.
Please submit regular or one off events by 15th January to be included in February 2025 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk
Thursday 16 January 2025 5.30pm at The Swan, West Malling. West Malling Connect - Monthly meeting (See page 18)
Saturday 18 January 2025 10.30am-1pm Repair Cafe at Larkfield Village Hall, ME20 6PU (See page 18)
Saturday 15 February 10.30am-1pm Repair Cafe at East Malling Village Hall, ME19 6DD (See page 18)
March The Great Tommy Sleep Out for the RBLI. (See page 28)
Sunday 2 March HOKH Maidstone Road Run, ME17 4HX (See page 1 & 28)
