AYLESFORD/BARMING LOCAL ORACLE

Oracle the local

Month 19: October 2010

Distribution 10,000 homes & businesses

Your monthlY guide to local services in and around

allington, aYlESFoRD, BaRming & Ditton

Front page sponsored by

10 Churchill Square Kings Hill Kent ME19 4YU 0845 270 2511 (Local call) www.kentsolicitor.co.uk www.docklandssolicitor.co.uk

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local Business set up By local girls - Part 3!

We hope you have had the opportunity to read the last two editions where we have shared with you some of the background to the local oracle. if not, a quick recap! We set up the local oracle in 2004, initially to help the people moving into the rapidly growing development at Kings hill. however, we soon realised that it would be of interest to the wider local community and we are pleased that we have been able to continue to increase the area during the past seven years. We now cover the following areas: Kings hill/West malling edition: also covering addington, Birling, halling, holborough, larkfield, leybourne, mereworth, offham, ryarsh, snodland & Wateringbury with a monthly distribution of 15,000 copies. allington, aylesford, Barming & ditton edition with a monthly distribution of 10,000 copies.

Paddock Wood/tonbridge edition: also covering hadlow, east Peckham, Five oak green & matfield with a monthly distribution of 11,000 copies.

We have a great team of distributors who deliver the local oracle to you by hand whether it is rain or shine so please do say hello to them. in fact, we both still have our own distribution areas to cover and you will see us in our flat shoes running round (well maybe not running!). during the past seven years in business we have seen small businesses grow and it gives us great pleasure to talk with all our advertisers and see how the local oracle has helped them. We can tell that the local oracle has worked for them, not only because we see sign written vans around the area but also because a large proportion of our advertisers have been very loyal to us and have continued to renew their adverts year after year. along with our advertisers, we also have a free events listing page and useful numbers for the local area. if you belong to a group who are putting on events or would like more members, then please do let us know and we will advertise this for you.

For those of you who know us, you will know that we try to be

active members of the local community and we enjoy networking - be it with or without alcohol!! anna has recently joined a new local networking group and if anyone would be interested in attending, please do give her a call (01732 844246). if you decide to join the group as a guest of anna, we will give you a ÂŁ20 discount off of any advert with us. all our business is done through networking and recommendations and, although we may give our advertisers gentle reminders, we do not put pressure on anyone.

We are always looking at ways to improve the local oracle so please do send in suggestions.

We like to feature local photos on our front cover so please do keep them coming in. For the december edition we traditionally ask children to send in their drawings and we will choose the best design. if you can contemplate thinking about christmas yet, please do get any children you have to start drawing!! anna and Jane

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issue 19 october 2010 dear readers as the autumn arrives, now is the time to sort out the garden ready for the colder weather and we are sure you will find plenty of advertisers in the local oracle to assist. We have many new advertisers this month which is quite exciting so please do have a flick through and see if they can be of use to you. may we also remind you that you can see this whole edition on line so if you are working in london and have forgotten to arrange to use one of our advertiser, you will find all their details at a glance. see www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off dates for advertising or free event listings are as follows: Kings Hill/West malling edition: 20th of the month Ditton, aylesford and allington edition: 25th of the month Paddock Wood/tonbridge edition: 25th of the month thank you to James rowland who sent his photo in for our front cover. if you wish to have your photos of local sights or seasonal scenes featured on the front cover, please email to info@thelocaloracle.co.uk. thank you for reading and using the local oracle.

anna & Jane

FreePost rlta-rhgB-lXsZ Po Box 314 West malling me19 6Wn Jane tel: 01732 521494 anna tel: 01732 844246 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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accountants aerials* artist Bathrooms Beauty* Blinds Book Keeping Building services Business opportunities car Body repairs* car sales car service & repairs carpentry carpet cleaner chimney sweep* cleaner - domestic complementary therapy*

computer support counselling curtain makers decorators double glazing double glazing repairs electricians Fascias Fencing Funeral services

gararge doors garden landscaping garden maintenance garden services granite Worktops hypnotherapy ironing services Kitchen design & installation leaflets locksmith money saving oddjobs osteopath oven cleaners Plastering Plumbers skip hire solicitors soul music magazine sweet shop tiling travel agent* Windows Window cleaners USEFUl nUmBERS EVEntS ColoUR aDS * indicates new advertiser

cut off date for november 2010 is 25 october 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

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a-b 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.

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aerials

Whitebeam audio Visual Services tel: 01732 479039 mobile: 07951 102121 contact: steve Passfield 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.

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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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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. the aerial man tel: 01732 883542 01622 871614 mobile: 07910 288086

Designer tans Beauty & tanning Salon 58 malling road, snodland, Kent

mobile: 07515 775 662

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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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.

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BooK KeePing 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.

Bathrooms 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.

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tel: 01634 242564 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) don’t forget to mention the local oracle

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.

Building services artisan Developments ltd “the extension specialists” tel: 01622 729424 Fax: 01622 725207 artisandevs@aol.com www.artisandevelopments.com the clean and efficient extension specialists with experience and references in your local area.

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Building services Copeland Developments tel: 01634 711 836 mobile: 07710 157 666 contact: John copeland john@copelanddevelopments.com www.copelanddevelopments.com established 1986 Building maintenance Building insurance Work extensions & loft conversions new Builds & refurbishments.

(See Colour ad on Page 20) 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.

Paul tann ltd tel: 01732 842863 mobile: 07956 313287 07834 810453 contact: Paul paultannltd@btinternet.com www.paultann.co.uk specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving.

Fully insured. all work guaranteed. established over 20 years.

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c 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.

car sales SaaB the largest saab dealer in the uK tel: 020 7480 7540 www.saabcity.com see our full page advert for some fantastic offers on delivery mileage saabs.

Just like new but at used car prices. very limited selection!

Put something different on your drive!

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

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.

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carPentrY Chatfield Carpentry tel: 01732 871449 mobile: 07985 273773 contact: steve Wheeler mail@chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk www.chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk Kitchens/wardrobes designed & fitted internal/external doors supplied and fitted. skirting/architraves/solid wood & laminate floors Quality workmanship at competitive prices. over 17 years expereince city and guilds qualified.

Business oPPortunitY

carPet cleaning

Utility Warehouse Discount Club authorised Distributor networking marketing Business tel: 01732 521494 contact: Jane marshall jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.make-moneywithme.co.uk 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.

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

to aDVERtiSE HERE Call 01732 844246 01732 521494 oR Email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk don’t forget to mention the local oracle

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Jt Chimney Sweeps tel: 01634 244174 mobile: 07753 143874 call us for a clean sweep. certificates issued.

Fully insured.

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!

C-D curtain maKers 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.

cleaning - domestic 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

comPlementarY theraPY the Rescue Room aylesford, Kent, me20 7lr tel: 07702434166 contact: louise cousin therescueroom@hotmail.co.uk Professional, holistic treatments to soothe, relax & rejuvenate inc massage, reiki and indian head massage.

15% off first treatment during october & november.

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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

counselling Enigma Counselling Services tel: 01732 842963 mobile: 07921 313966 contact: elaine harvey ekharvey@btinternet.com www.counsellorkent.co.uk Providing support when you need it most.......

Professional, affordable, flexible services.

d-f decorators andrew Baxter Paddock Wood tel: 01892 835508 contact: andrew Baxter Professional and reliable service at reasonable prices. interior and exterior work undertaken. call now for a free estimate.

curtain maKers Chameleon Curtains & Blinds

gawaine Sutton

tel: 07909 777450 contact: libby King libbyking2003@yahoo.com

tel: 01622 863579 mobile: 07979 757662

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. don’t forget to mention the local oracle

25 years experience complete decorating service interior & exterior Painting & decorating city & guilds qualified Friendly and reliable service. call for a Free estimate.

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decorators

tel: 01622 741606 mobile: 07967 190588 contact: mark

SoS Window Works the Bounds, aylesford, Kent, me20 7lZ tel: 01622 206690 mobile: 07779 006696 soswindowworks@tiscali.co.uk

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 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)

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douBle glaZing

electricians 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.

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apollo trade Windows 539 loose road maidstone Kent me15 9uQ tel: 01622 744411 Fax: 01622 744141 mail@apollotradewindows.co.uk www.apollotradewindows.co.uk Windows, doors & conservatories “nobody does it better” (See Colour ad on Page 3) trade glaze units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works lower road, east Farleigh maidstone Kent me15 0hd tel: 01622 725444 Fax: 01622 721111 ad2000@btconnect.com www.trade-glaze.co.uk Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories. top quality products with top quality service.

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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

Fascias 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.

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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.

Santa FUn RUn tUESDaY 14 DECEmBER in aiD oF tHE HEaRt oF KEnt HoSPiCE call 01622 790195 or visit www.hokh.org don’t forget to mention the local oracle

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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.

g-m 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

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garden services

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.

millennium lifestyle Horticultural Happenings tel: 01622 726700 contact: Jo ayling rhs general cert (hadlow) horthapps@millenniumlifestyle.co.uk ‘right plant right place’ planting advice. design, planning and implementation of soft landscaping schemes and low maintenance garden projects. Planting of pots and containers. seasonal or regular garden tidying and pruning to your chosen schedule. let us help you to make a difference to your garden.

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

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.

granite WorKtoPs 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.

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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!

tina's ironing tel: 01732 872619 mobile: 07891 695908 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.

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. lock Rite tel: 01622 611872 mobile: 07858 187706 contact: chris no call out charge. hinges, handles, double glazing repairs. locks replaced/upgraded, uPvc specialist, 24hr emergency door opening.

Fast Friendly service

Kitchen design & installation

moneY saving

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.

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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.

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o 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.

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.

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aJS Plumbing Services

tel: 01622 753300 info@ovenhero.com www.ovenhero.com

mobile: 07702 408948 contact: amanda ajsplumbingservices@blueyonder.co.uk

local independent company.

We clean ovens, grills, hobs, agas, ranges, extractors and microwaves. amazing results.

We use non-toxic products.

Prices from £35. let us do the hard work for you!

Fully qualified female plumber. all domestic plumbing repairs, maintenance and new installation work undertaken. taps, leaks, overflows, basins, sinks, wc’s, full bathroom suites and much more. no job too small.

Free estimates and advice.

oven Wizards tel: 0800 849 7419 or 01233 210662 www.ovenwizards.com do you hate oven cleaning? We can make your oven sparkle like new using our custom made in-van cleaning tanks. the process makes no smell, mess and the oven can be used straightaway! Prices from just £39. a locally based, friendly, efficient and fully insured service. take a look at our website for more information and reviews.

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.

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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.

Plasterer Wall 2 Wall Plastering

Quality Plumbing

tel: 01634 313326 mobile: 07843 881657 contact: Joe Bunting wall2wallplastering@hotmail.co.uk

tel: 01634 861801 mobile: 07764 792046 contact: dave or tim

Fully qualified Plasterer. internal & external plastering. rendering & pebble dashing. skimming & plaster boarding. coving.

Friendly & tidy service.

Free quotes.

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Family run business Friendly & reliable service i.P.h.e. registered Free estimates and advice Bathrooms to dripping taps shower specialists.

Public liability insured. don’t forget to mention the local oracle

the Bull Hotel Bull lane, Wrotham village, tn15 7rF tel: 01732 789800 bullhotel@unicombox.co.uk www.thebullhotel.com aa dinner award Winner Pub restaurant accommodation (See Colour ad on Page 18)

s-w sKiP hire Haffenden Skip Hire east malling tel: 01732 871858 or 01732 840116 mobile: 07850 049246 2yd to 12yd skips available. local reliable service. call for competitive rates.

solicitors graham Colley Solicitor tel: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors local solicitors practice specialising in Wills, Probate advice, inheritance tax, updating Wills (codicils), Powers of attorney and court of Protection. home visits, evening appointments and Fixed Fees available.

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Kaslers Solicitors llP tel: 0845 270 2511 mobile: 07900 195 195 admin@kaslers.co.uk www.kentsolicitor.co.uk

marc Fisher tiling mobile: 07788 113942 contact: marc Fisher marcfishertiling@virginmedia.com www.marcfishertiling.co.uk

• residential and commercial - Property • Business and employment • Family and matrimonial • media contracts and - licensing • road traffic accident claims • Wills and Probate

- Wall & floor tiling - ceramic, stone and slate - Porcelain, travatine and mosaic - Free quotations and advice.

soul music

travel agent

the Soul Survivor magazine tel: 01732 844246 info@thesoulsurvivors.co.uk www.thesoulsurvivors.co.uk

travel Counsellors tel: 0845 058 7312 mobile: 07961 843580 contact: claire summers claire.summers@travelcounsellors.com travelcounsellors.co.uk/claire.summers aylesford independent travel agent who prides herself on finding the right holiday for you at no extra cost. available evenings, weekends and daytime. all bookings financially protected by unique trust.

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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 14

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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 07899 750067 fitnessfriends@aol.com 7-8.30pm intermediate line dancing @ aylesford village community centre £3.50 8pm outdoor & social group, various activities such as walking/theatre/cycling www.midkentgroup.co.uk or Peter on 07980 538 941 5-6pm light Factory a free club for 5-7 year olds, games,snacks, bible stories and fun at allington Baptist church ring the church on 01622685552 or christine on 01622726970.

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 2.15-3.45 Pm get together a free informal 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 07899 750067 fitnessfriends@aol.com (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 07899 750067 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 - more info from Jill or Peter on 01622 717491.

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

saturday 9 october 3-4.30pm disabled christians Fellowship at allington Baptist church, speaker graham nunn Youth Worker. call Beryl on 01622 726950 if interested.

Wednesday 13 oct 7pm-late shop-me.co.uk at the swan, swan st, Wm. Free entry for a social & shopping evening. saturday 16 oct 8pm charity Pink Pig race night at the Khch in aid of new first aid equipment for the Kh & larkfield community First responder scheme. tickets from nikki on 01732 849417.

Wednesday 20 oct 8pm the malling society at clout institute, high st, Wm. margaret ivell talks on the love affair between lord nelson and lady hamilton.

Wednesday 27 oct 7.45pm Kings hill Wi @ Khch meet for halloween supper and games. contact linda simmonds on 01732 522437 for details. saturday 30 october 10am-4pm stamp Fair & KFPs rally at east malling vh, new rd, me19 6dd. selling and buying. saturday 30 october 7pm charity race night in aid of shelter Box & demelza house at hadlow college. tkts £12.50 or £20 for 2 contact pat.crawford@hadlow.ac.uk sat 30-31 october 11am-5pm cobdown art exhibition and sale of members work at the Brassey centre aylesford admission 50p thursday 4 nov 10am-3pm and 7.30-10pm Boden Party! call 01732 873 803 or sarah@kingshill.com.

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3 course dinner/lunch £26.00 per person.

ELVIS NIGHT 3 course dinner £34.50 per person.

CASINO ROYALE NIGHT Black tie night with red carpet, champagne, canapés, DJ, casino tables, 3 course dinner £49.00 per person.

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