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Welcome to the March edition which marks the arrival of Spring at last!
Suite 23, 10 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales t: 01732 525805 Anna Artwork/Sales t: 01732 525806 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off dates for advertising in the April editions are: • Malling 15th March • Maidstone 20th March • Tonbridge 20th March
It’s been a busy month here in the office with some new and exciting advertisers coming on board so do have a browse through. We have every type of trade required to keep the house running smoothly as well as local busineses to help you with your business or personal life. Some advertisers have seasonal offers but all of them are local and have your interests at heart. If you have a particular favourite and a testimonial about their work, please do email into us and we will include it on the website. You will see a number on the website already. If you are looking for a particular service, all you need to do is go to thelocaloracle.co.uk and input the category you are looking for with your postcode to find the nearest advertiser to you. We encourage our advertisers to ask their customers to send in testimonials if they have done a great job and you will find them on their dedicated page. We will be increasing our social media presence this year, so please feel free to follow our pages for regular updates and promotions. All the best to you all and have a great month.
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‘THE AERIAL MAN’
Family business - established 30 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 CCTV Installation
Tel: 01732 883542 or: 01622 871614 MAIDSTONE
01622 320284
DRIVE & PATIO CLEANING SPECIALIST
Ascot Plumbing & Heating
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BRAMKO LTD
Gutter Cleanin Repair g & s from £50 * Free camera inspec tion
Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition. Weed, moss & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces. Established 14 years - serving Kent & Sussex. FREE Estimate and FREE on site cleaning demo.
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CARPETS (Average) Normal Rate Special Rate Single Room (12’x12’) £ 52 Through Room (12x18’) £ 66 Hall, Stairs & Landing £ 66
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Home Improvements and Supplies Ltd Kitchens | Bedrooms | Bathrooms (Supply/Supply & Install/Install Only)
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LASTING POWERS OF ATTORNEY
PROBATE
Fully Registered Lasting Powers of Attorney from £125 each (plus Court fee). • Ethical, friendly, family company based in Maidstone. • Over 10 years’ experience. • Fully regulated and insured. • Appointments in your own home or office included in your fixed fee. • Weekend and evening appointments available. • Fair, fixed fees agreed in advance (currently no VAT!).
Contact us today to find out more: Telephone: 01622 239766 Mobile: 07825 575826 Email: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk www.islalaw.co.uk £25 voucher towards any of our services, valid until the end of April. Please quote SPRING25. DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE
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Category the local News CONTACT DETAILS p2 COLOUR ADVERTS p2 Accountants − AIMS − TaxAssist Accountants p15 Aerials − Simply Connected − The Aerial Man p5 Appliance Repair − Appliance Care & Repair Artist - Christopher Marshall Bathroom Installations - Bathe in Safety p6 - Bathrooms Solutions − Nightingale Bathrooms p10 Beauty Treatments - The Glenbrook Clinic p12 Bedroom, Bathrooms & Kitchens - Home Improvements and Supplies Ltd p8 Blinds − Penumbria Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p10 Building Services − Any Aspect Builders Ltd - Imperium Engineering − Paul Tann Ltd − R Blackman Car Body Repairs - Autospray p12 Carpentry - Paul Anthony Interiors − RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning − Homefresh p7 Cleaning - Cinderella Dustbusters p6 Computer Support - Kent Electronic Services Conservatories - Acorn Glazier p4 - Howard Caine p9 Curtains - Aquarius Soft Furnishings
Decorators - Gawaine Sutton − Parrish Painting & Decorating - Wayne Burvill Dentist − Identics Dental Surgery p13 Double Glazing − Trade Glaze p24 Double Glazing Repairs − DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p12 Electricians - ASD Electrical Services p5 - Gravesham Electrical Ltd* - R F Electrical Ltd p10* Fencing − Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation - Tate Fencing p12 Footcare - AW Footcare Garage Doors − Garage Door Associates - Garolla Roller Shutter Doors p8 Garden Landscaping − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Gas & Heating Services - Blaize Services Ltd p6* - FJM Plumbing & Heating Ltd p7 Gutter Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd p5* Homecare - Expertise Homecare p13* Kitchen - Dream Doors p7 Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Oven Cleaners − Oven Angels Physiotherapy - Total Physiotherapy Plumbers - Ascot Plumbing & Heating p5 - DL Plumbing Printers - Scarbutts Printers Removals & Storage − Goodfellows Removals & Storage
Restaurant - Mughal Dynasty p15* Roofing − DP Roofing - Holland & Holland Roofing Shutters - Stylehouse Shutters p1 Skincare - Tropic Skincare Skip Hire − Haffenden Skip Hire Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p13 Tree Surgery − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p8 Will Writing & Estate Planning - Humphrey & Scace p14 - Isla Law p15 Windows - DG Solutions - Trade 2 Trade p11 − Trade Glaze p24 - Window Fix p3 Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows
EVENT LISTINGS p23 * New Adverts
Cut off date for April 2019 is 20th March 2019
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BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
The Aerial Man
Bathroom Solutions
APPLIANCE REPAIR
BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
Appliance Care and Repair
Nightingale Bathrooms
Prompt and friendly service. Repairs and installs to all electric appliances. Over 16 years experience.
Easy access showers, baths and wet rooms. Raised height toilets. Slip resistant safety flooring. Discounts for SSAFA, British Legion, Ex service personnel & Over 60s.
t: 01732 883542 01622 871614 Satellite TV in all rooms. New digital aerials. CCTV Installation Free to view channels. No subscription fees. ITV2, C5 etc. Insurance (Storm damage jobs undertaken) Special rates for senior citizens. No call out charge. All work and equipment guaranteed. (See Colour Ad On Page 5)
m: 07545 044276 c: Graham e: 4appliancecare@gmail.com www.appliancecareandrepair.co.uk
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.
m: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk
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ACCOUNTANTS
ARTIST
BEAUTY TREATMENTS
TaxAssist Accountants
Christopher Marshall
The Glenbrook Clinic
Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints.
a: Barham Court, Teston, ME18 6BZ t: 01622 232648 c: Dr Michael Flitman e: bookings@glenbrookclinic.com www.glenbrookclinic.com Private clinic offering non-surgical aesthetic procedures for men and women. Consultations are always free. All treatments carried out by qualified medical doctors. Bespoke treatments in beautiful surroundings. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
AERIALS
BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
BEDROOM, BATHROOMS & KITCHENS
Simply Connected
Bathe In Safety
Home Improvements and Supplies Ltd
a: 714 London Road, Larkfield ME20 6BL t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk Free initial discussion. Full range of services for small businesses. Fixed fees. Friendly local service at our Larkfield Shop
a: Luddesdowne, Nr Meopham t: 01474 813434 e: info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk
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t: 0330 113 2644 e: info@simply-connected.uk www.simply-connected.uk New Aerials, Extra Points, Satellite Installations, Hidden Dishes, Home Networks, WiFi Problems?, Phone Points, TV Mounting, Home Cinema, CCTV, Fault Finding and much more. FREE Surveys, Fully Insured, Over 15 Years Experience.
t: 01622 962108 www.batheinsafety.co.uk Easy Access Bathrooms. Safe, sound and stylish. Walk-in showers. Walk-in baths. Wetrooms. Zero VAT on Mobility bathrooms.
a: Maidstone based m: 07855 466438 www.installationgallery.co.uk Bedrooms, bathrooms & kitchens supplied, supplied and installed or installed only. Competitively priced. (See Colour Ad On Page 8)
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BUILDING SERVICES
CARPET CLEANING
Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd
R Blackman General Maintenance
Homefresh
a: Unit 2 Albans Farm, Romford Road Pembury, Kent TN2 4BB t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 c: Stuart Munday e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com We manufacture, supply & install all types of internal & external blinds & awnings, along with solar control & security window films. (See Colour Advert On Page 10)
t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman1@btinternet.com
Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork. Interior and exterior painting. Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.
t: Freephone 0800 6942024 Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer. 50% discount. Specialist Fabric Treatment. Stainshield, Deodorising Treatment, Anti-Allergy Treatment, Conditioner. (See Colour Ad On Page 7)
BUILDING SERVICES
CAR BODY REPAIRS
CLEANING
Any Aspect Builders Ltd
Autospray Solutions
Cinderella Dust Busters Ltd
BUILDING SERVICES
CARPENTRY
COMPUTER SUPPORT
t: 01622 729536 m: 07407 764555 c: Kieron e: info@anyaspectbuilders.co.uk www.anyaspectbuilders.co.uk Extensions, Driveways, Patios, Fencing, Refurbishments and more. Over 20 years experience. Fully Insured. Free Quotes. CHAS approved. Reference Available.
a: Unit 18, Lake Road, Quarry Wood Industrial Estate, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7TQ m: 07773 340049 t: 01622 727263 c: Ben Award winning Kent based service and tradesmen for all your bodywork repair needs. Carried out at your convenience at home, work or our brand new unit in Aylesford. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
Paul Anthony Interiors
t: 01732 887091 m: 07931 916783 e: cinderelladustbustersuk@googlemail.com www.cinderelladustbusters.co.uk Let us take over your house chores. Daily, weekly or fortnightly. Insured, fully flexible & fully trained cleaners. *Cleaning, *Ironing, *Internal Windows, *After Party Cleans, *Private Waitressing, *Housekeeping, *Specialist Carpet cleaning, *Care of the Elderly *Requests welcome. (See Colour Ad On Page 6)
01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net
info@imperiumengineering.co.uk
m: 07719 117250 e: info@paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk www.paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk Carpentry and joinery. Laminate wood flooring. Kitchen installations. Radiator Covers. 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.
BUILDING SERVICES
CARPENTRY
CONSERVATORIES
Paul Tann Ltd
RED Carpentry
Acorn Glacier
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.
Rehau, Windows, Doors, Bifolds, Patios, Coloured GRP Doors, Porches, Conservatories. (See Colour Ad On Page 4)
Structural Works Building Works Project Management Contact Us: t: 020 3441 7606
t: 01732 842863 m: 07956 313287 or 07834 810453 c: Paul Tann 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.
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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
a: Unit 3, Heronden Road, Parkwood Industrial Estate, Maidstone, ME15 9YR t: 01732 550054 m: 07860 831791 e: info@acornglassline.co.uk www.acornglassline.co.uk
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DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
Howard Caine Conservatories
Parrish Painting & Decorating
DG Solutions (Kent) Limited
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 Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk Windows, Doors, Conservatories: Repairs, Upgrades, Misted Sealed Units, Broken Handles, Hinges and Locks. Cat Flaps New Installations, Secondary Glazing FENSA, Insurance-backed Free telephone advice and call out Over 30 years’ experience
CURTAINS
DECORATORS
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
Aquarius Soft Furnishings
Wayne Burvill
SOS Window Works
t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk New Conservatories, Refurbishment, Windows/Doors Check us out at Checkatrade.com Fully registered with FENSA Customer References Available. (See Colour Ad On Page 9)
a:Clockhouse Farm, Coxheath, ME17 4PB t: 01622 744265 e: sales@aquariussoftfurnishings.co.uk www.aquariussoftfurnishings.co.uk Made to Measure Curtains Blinds Tracks & Poles Measuring & Fitting Service Upholstery, Cushion Replacements & Loose Covers. Paint & Wallpapers Large Fabric Book Library Wool & Haberdashery Shop FREE PARKING
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t: 01732 847335 m: 07989 370722 e: wayneburvill@hotmail.com fb: wayneburvill1972 All aspects of painting & decorating undertaken as well as general DIY and property maintenance. Professional, tidy and insured.
a: The Bounds, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7LZ t: 01622 206690 m: 07779 006696
e: 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.
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ELECTRICIANS
Identics Dental Surgery
ASD Electrical Services
Local dental practice now open. Affordable monthly payment plans. Relaxed comfortable environment. Call or pop in for more information
No job too small Maintenance and installation Domestic and commercial Repairs and fittings Free quotations No call out fee Family run business. (See Colour Ad On Page 5)
a: 1 Odiham Drive, Allington, Maidstone, Kent t: 01622 669345 e: info@identicsdentalcare.co.uk www.identicsdentalcare.co.uk
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t: 01622 528190 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com
DECORATORS
DOUBLE GLAZING
ELECTRICIANS
Gawaine Sutton
Trade Glaze
Gravesham Electrical Ltd
Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories. Top quality products with top quality service. (See Colour Ad On Back Page)
Fully qualified NVQ Level 3 Electrictian. Up to date with the latest (2018) regulations. Qualified tester/inspector (C&G2391), Part P certified with NICEIC. Over 15 years experience. All work guaranteed & insured. Free quotes. No call out fees.
t: 01622 863579 m: 07979 757662 25 years experience Complete decorating service Interior & exterior Painting & decorating City & Guilds qualified Friendly and reliable service. Call for a Free Estimate.
a: Units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works Lower Road, East Farleigh Maidstone Kent ME15 0HD t: 01622 725444 f: 01622 721111 e: ad2000@btconnect.com www.trade-glaze.co.uk
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GARAGE DOORS
GAS & HEATING SERVICES
RF Edmonds Electrical
Garage Door Associates
F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd
m: 07930 638320 e: robedmonds@hotmail.co.uk
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a: Showroom and Head Office 18 Holborough Road, Snodland t: 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
FENCING
GARAGE DOORS
NIC EIC approved contrator. Commercial & Domestic electrician. Rewires. Replacement fuseboards. Testing & Inspection. Fault finding. Landlord’s certificates. Extra sockets/lights. Outside lights. Smoke detectors.
Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation
t: 01732 874487 f: 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.
t: 01622 913007 e: info@fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk www.fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk Plumbing, Heating, Servicing Installation, Breakdown, Repairs. All Gas Appliances. (See Colour ad On Page 7)
GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON
Bramko Ltd
Garolla Roller Shutter Doors t: 01622 410 425 m: 07537 149 128
Thermally insulated electric garage doors! Great for space saving, kerb appeal and easy to use. Made to measure Limited offer; call us today! Phone lines open 7 days a week. (See Colour Ad On Page 8)
Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 3 storeys using Skyvac, accesses above conservatories and extensions. All areas cleaned out. Free camera inspection and estimate. From £50. Drive and patio cleaning. (See Colour Ad On Page 5)
FENCING
GARDEN LANDSCAPING
HOME CARE
Tate Fencing
Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd
Expertise Homecare
t: 01732 853134 e: sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk Suppliers of fencing materials. Visit our Tonbridge depot.
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FOOTCARE
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. GAS & HEATING SERVICES
Registered foot healthcare practitioner for all your routine and continued foot health treatments in the comfort of your own home.
New life for old kitchens. Up to 50% less than a new fully fitted kitchen by simply replacing the doors and worktops. Visit our showroom today.
Call or email Adam to arrange an appointment. (See Colour Ad On Page 6) WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK
KITCHENS
a: 12 Pudding Lane, Maidstone, ME14 1LN t: 01622 808 698 www.dreamdoors.co.uk
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Dream Doors
AW Foot Healthcare
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the local Oracle
Total Physiotherapy
Goodfellows Removals & Storage
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.
a: The Victorian House, 64 London Road, Maidstone ME16 8QL t: 01622 910023 m: 07850246689 c: Stephen Mallard e: total.physiotherapy@outlook.com www.total-physio-therapy.com Social Media: @TotalPhysio2018, Physiotherapy and Sports Massage. Ideal for muscle and joint pain/ injuries, including: sciatica, back pain, neck pain, tennis elbow, sprained ankles, knee/hip injuries and more.
a: Ashtree Farm, Teston Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 5RL t: 01732 841841 f: 01622 753708
Household/office removals. Local professional removal and storage company. Family owned. Established 20 years. Please ring for a free quote.
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PLUMBERS
RESTAURANT
A.Maidstone Locksmiths
Ascot Plumbing & Heating
Mughal Dynasty
Leaking taps, toilets, radiators. Blocked sinks and drains. Boiler repairs, servicing and replacements. Central heating repairs and servicing. All aspects of plumbing and heating work.
Open 7 days a week. 12noon to 2.30pm & 6pm - Midnight (Ind. Bank Holidays) 10% discount on all takeaway food.
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.
O-W OVEN CLEANERS
t: 01622 320284
a: 14 London Road, Maidstone Kent, ME16 8QL t: 01622 763360 or 01622 763700 www.mughaldynasty.com
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PLUMBERS
ROOFING
DL Plumbing
D. P. Roofing
t: 01732 844746 m: 07792 670141
t: 01622 808103 m: 07517 106711
Dripping taps fixed New taps fitted Leaks fixed Emersion Heater elements replaced New radiators fitted Overflowing loft tanks fixed Dripping toilet overflow fixed
All types of roofing renewed and repaired, chimneys, guttering etc. All work guaranteed. Free quotes. All areas covered.
Complete bathrooms fitted including design & tiling if required. PRINTERS
Oven Angels
t: 01892 514552 m: 07901 857608 www.ovenangels.co.uk Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products. Now in their 20th year. Prices from £45. Fully insured. As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.
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ROOFING
Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd
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) WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK
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Stylehouse Shutters
M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping
Trade 2 Trade Windows Limited
t: 01732 752121 e: hello@stylehouseshutters.co.uk www.stylehouseshutters.co.uk Based in West Malling, supplying and fitting the highest quality, bespoke window plantation shutters. Free no obligation survey. Local, friendly service. 3 year guarantee.
t: 01634 323960 m: 07748 848598 c: Matthew Dighton e: matthewdighton@gmail.com
t: 01732 449093 www.t2twindows.com
Windows Doors Conservatories Roofs Commerical & Residential
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DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE
Events MONDAYS IYengar Yoga classes all day, every day at Maidstone Iyengar Yoga Centre 9.30 to 5.30pm 5 classes at Maidstone Community Support Centre, Marsham St. 9.45am Music & movement, babies & toddlers, Beechwood Hall, Barming. 07901 712510 10am-11.15am, Over 60’s Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576. 1.30-2.30pm Medau Classes at Wateringbury VH, ME18 5NU. 1st Class foc £5. 01622 749002 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – Graham Jackson 01732 843336. (May–Sep) 3-5pm Westborough Bowls Club, London Road, Allington, behind The Pippin pub. Contact Steve 01622 725650 6-7pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724 6.30-8pm Intermediate Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 8pm-9.15pm Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 (1st, ex Bank hols) 7 for 7.30pm Barming WI, Village Hall, Heath Road. Mrs. Fiona Plant fplant@mail.com 7-8pm Kick Ass Aerobics £6 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 (1st) 8pm R.N.L.I. meet at Sea Cadets Hall, College Rd, Maidstone. 01622 725435.
7.30-9.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Pam 07891185983 (3rd) 7.30pm Allington Castle W.I. at Small Hall, St Nicholas Church, Popular Grove. Diane 01622 721170. (4th) 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI in the Brassey Rooms, Station Rd, Aylesford. Ann-Marie on 01622 756960. 8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at Brookfield Junior School, Joan on 01634 256891.
THURSDAYS 7.30am Maidstone Dawn Patrol Rotary Club - at Leah’s Bistro, High St. Pat Jeffery Secretary on 07821 784605 for info. 9.45 and 10.45am Musical Playtime, Grove Green Community Centre. 07901 712510 10.15-12pm Buddha Buddies Baby & Tots Yoga, Adventure Kidz, Aylesford 07801948969 10am-11.15am, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576. 11.20am-12.20pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 (4th) 2pm AylesARA, over 50s meet in the Aylesford CC. Wayne on 01622 710734. (May–Sep) 5-7pm Westborough Bowls Club, London Road, Allington, behind The Pippin pub. Contact Steve 01622 725650. 5.15-6.45pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724
TUESDAYS
6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Judith 01622 683382
(Term time) 9:30-11:30am Aylesford Parent and Toddler Group, Brassey Centre, Aylesford
(3rd) 7pm Wateringbury Flower Club, Nettlestead VH, ME18 5ER. 01732 873021
1.15-2pm Mayhem music for 0-1yrs Aylesford Community Centre. 07815 775504
7-9pm Ditton Scouts (10-14 years old) at Ditton Scout HQ. Leader 07812 096724
(2nd & 4th) 2-4pm. Friendship afternoon. Brassey Cent. Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083
7-8pm Beginners Pilates £8 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101
6-7pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Info on 07812 096724
(1st not May/Jan) Allington Garden Club at St Nicholas CH, Popular Grove. 01622 757319
6.30pm-7.45pm, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576
7.30pm Karate Club 35+ at the Brassey Centre Station Rd, Aylesford. Okinawan martial.
7.45pm-9.15pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 8pm Yoga in Church Farm Hall, ME20 6ST
8-9pm Free Dance exercise class at St Andrews Church Hall, Tonbridge Rd. Barming. Andrea or Trevor on 01795 843331.
WEDNESDAYS
FRIDAYS
10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Maidstone YMCA. 07815 775504
10am St Nicholas Church Hall, Allington musical fun for babies/toddlers 07901 712510
11.30-1.30pm Meditation and spiritual development. Aylesford. Pam 07891 185983
10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Aylesford CC. 07815 775504
(2nd) 1.30-4pm Retired/Semi-Retired meet at Ditton Community Centre. 01732 844195
1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – come and try, if you like it you can join.
2.30-4pm Over 50s Get Together Club at Allington Baptist Church, 76a London Rd,
1.15-2.15pm Medau exercise class at St Pauls Church Hall Boxley Rd, Joan 01634 256891.
6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. 07812 096724 7.30-9.30pm Maidstone Folk Dance Club Tonbridge Rd, Meth. Church 01622 761757
(1st) 4.15-6.15pm St Peter & St Paul’s Aylesford host a Messy Church in the Brassey Centre. All the family welcome. 07462 682980
SATURDAYS 9-10am Basics at Maidstone Iyengar Yoga Centre, Unit 3, The Broadway, Maidstone. 10am Musical Bumps The Old School Hall, Lower Rd, East Farleigh, ME15 0JL 10 - 12 Brassey Centre, Aylesford and Ditton Green 12 - 2pm. www.communigrow.org 10am-12noon Market at the Brassey Centre, Aylesford. Tea/Coffee. Contact 01622 717598 10.15-11.45am Intermediate at Maidstone Iyengar Yoga Centre, Unit 3, The Broadway. (2nd) 11am-3pm Maidstone Embroiderers’ Guild at Aylesford C.H Catherine 07838 161403
SUNDAYS 10am-12noon, every 2nd and 4th, Zen meditation group, Maidstone ME16, contact Barbara 01622 670587
...ALSO THIS MONTH Every Monday-Friday 9.30am-3.30pm The Cafe, Blackthorn Trust, St Andrew’s Road, Barming, ME16 9AN is open for coffees and lunches. Saturday 9 March 2.30pm Maidstone Mencap Jumble & Nearly New Sale. Cobtree Hall, School Lane, off Willington St, Maidstone ME15 8EB. Bargains Galore! Quality second-hand clothes, books, bric-a-brac, toys and so much more. Want to donate? Want to help on the day? Suzannah s.constant@btinternet.com. Saturday 23 March 7.30pm Kettle Bridge Clogs Annual Quiz night. St Nicholas Church Hall, Allington, ME16 ODE. £6pp, table of 6/8, bring your own food and drink. Contact: 07876 194375 or email: quiz@kettlebridgeclogs.org Saturday 23 March 7.30 pm. Maidstone Symphony Orchestra Concert, Mote Hall, Maidstone Leisure Centre, ME15 7RN. Tickets: £28, £23, £13. Students £5, 18s and under FREE. Cash & cheques 07817 429143. Card payments 0333 666 3366. Pre-Concert Talk presented by Steve Migden, 6.40 710 pm. Saturday 30 March 7.30pm. R.N.L.I. Barn Dance in Fant Community Hall, Fant Lane, Barming, Maidstone. Dancing to the calling and music of John Sweeney. Price £10 includes Ploughmans supper, bring your own drinks and nibbles. To book tickets and meals please contact John Ashbolt 01622 725435 or Alan Cocks 01622 761004. Easter weekend 18th-20th April 9am - 5pm daily. Craft, Gifts and Leisure Show in Jubilee Square, Maidstone. A rustic bakery, a working artist and a florist will be there along with many other interesting products for visitors to enjoy.
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