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News the local
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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Every 1/4, 1/2 and full page colour advert comes with: A-Z category advert 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 .
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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 ÂŁ10 per month which includes photos, a video, text and links to your website and social media.
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Jane - Accounts/Sales t: 01732 525805 e: jane@thelocaloracle.co.uk
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Professional, Family Run, Local Cleaning Company Carpet Cleaning | Rug Cleaning | Upholstery Cleaning | Wood Floor Restoration Leather Cleaning & Repair | Marble & Stone Restoration | Spot and Stain Removal Amtico Floor Care Every Carpet Clean Customer Receives a Free Spot & Stain Remover! Give the Willson family a call for a free inspection and quotation All Work Fully Insured Telephone: 01732 872 199 | 07874 005 135 Website: www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk Email: info@rolin.cc
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PLUMBING - Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks. All plumbing undertaken.
TNP
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HEATING - Leaking or blocked radiators and boiler breakdowns. GAS - New boilders installed, boilders repaired and serviced. 24 HOURS DRAINAGE - Drain cleaning, jetting and repairs. 1 HOUR RESPONSE
Covering Maidstone and surrounding areas.
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Caribbean Queen of Kent catering in Maidstone
Catering & Bespoke Takeaway Service
Mothers Day meal for two £25.
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Category the local News CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADVERTS Accountants − AIMS − TaxAssist Accountants p3 Aerials − Simply Connected − The Aerial Man p3 Appliance Repair − Appliance Care & Repair Artist - Christopher Marshall Bathrooms - Bathrooms Solutions − Nightingale Bathrooms p8 Blinds − Penumbria Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p9 Building Services − Any Aspect Builders Ltd − Paul Tann Ltd − R Blackman Business Opportunity - Utility Warehouse Car Body Repairs - Autospray p11 Carpentry − Paul Anthony Interiors − RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning - Deluxe Carpet Cleaning p6* − Homefresh p7 − Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd p7 Catering - Caribbean Queen of Kent p11 Cleaning - Broomstick Cleaning Services p5* - Cinderella Dustbusters p6* Computer Support − APC Manpower Computer Services - Kent Electronic Services Decorators - Gawaine Sutton − Parrish Painting & Decorating - Wayne Burvill Dentist − Identics Dental Surgery p12 Double Glazing − Trade Glaze p24
Double Glazing Repairs − DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p9 Electricians - Andy Payne* − ASD Electrical Services p5 − LT Security & Electrical Services − The Small Job Electrical Company Fencing − Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation - Tate Fencing p11 Garage Doors − Garage Door Associates Garden Landscaping − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Garden Services - The New Leaf Gardener − V&S Garden Services Gas & Heating Services - Astral Heating & Gas Services − Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating p5 - FJM Plumbing & Heating Ltd p6 Gutter Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko p5* Hypnotist (Remedial) - Urban Hypnotist Ironing Services - Extra Hands Ironing & Shirt Laundry Kitchen Splashbacks - UK Splashbacks p9 Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle p3 Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Money Saving - Utility Warehouse Oven Cleaners − Oven Angels Pet Services - Fur Babies At Home Plasterer − Wall 2 Wall Plastering Plumbers - Cannon Plumbing & Heating p6 - DL Plumbing* − TNP Nelson Plumbing p8 Pressure Cleaning - Seton Specialist Cleaning* Removals & Storage − Goodfellows Removals & Storage
Roofing − DP Roofing Shutters - Stylehouse Shutters p1 Skip Hire − Haffenden Skip Hire Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p12 Tree Surgery - Acacia Tree Care* − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p7 Video Production - Proud Business Productions p3 Weight Loss - Insulean P12 Will Writing & Estate Planning - Humphrey & Scace p13 Windows - Trade 2 Trade p10* − Trade Glaze p24 Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows
USEFUL NUMBERS EVENT LISTINGS * New Adverts Cut off date forApril 2018 is 20th March 2018 Could you advertise in other areas too? We have other issues covering the following areas: Addington | Birling East Malling Halling | Holborough | Kings Hill Larkfield | Leybourne Leybourne Lakes Mereworth | Offham | Ryarsh Snodland | Trottiscliffe Wateringbury | West Malling East Peckham | Five Oak Green Hadlow | Matfield | Paddock Wood Tonbridge
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BATHROOMS
The Aerial Man
Nightingale Bathrooms
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 3)
m: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk Easy access showers, baths and wet rooms. Raised height toilets. Slip resistant safety flooring. Discounts for SSAFA, British Legion, Ex service personnel & Over 60s. (See Colour Ad On Page 8)
APPLIANCE REPAIR
BLINDS
Appliance Care and Repair
Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd
m: 07545 044276 c: Graham e: 4appliancecare@gmail.com www.appliancecareandrepair.co.uk Prompt and friendly service. Repairs and installs to all electric appliances. Over 16 years experience.
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 9)
ACCOUNTANTS
ARTIST
BUILDING SERVICES
TaxAssist Accountants
Christopher Marshall
Any Aspect Builders Ltd
Free initial discussion. Full range of services for small businesses. Fixed fees. Friendly local service at our Larkfield Shop
Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints.
a: 714 London Road, Larkfield ME20 6BL t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk
a: Luddesdowne, Nr Meopham t: 01474 813434 e: info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 3)
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.
AERIALS
BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
BUILDING SERVICES
Simply Connected
Bathroom Solutions
Paul Tann Ltd
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.
Complete bathroom installs, supply and design. Plumbing, tiling, splash panels, plastering, electrical work and waste removal. Free estimates. Public liability insured.
Specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving. Fully insured. All work guaranteed. Established over 20 years.
t: 0330 113 2644 e: info@simply-connected.uk www.simply-connected.uk
m: 07908 021913 c: David Bartholomew e: barti1@hotmail.com
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t: 01732 842863 m: 07956 313287 or 07834 810453 c: Paul Tann e: paultannltd@btinternet.com www.paultann.co.uk
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CARPENTRY
CARPET CLEANING
R Blackman General Maintenance
Paul Anthony Interiors
Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd
t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman1@btinternet.com
t: 01732 872199 m: Chrissie on 07801 561696 John on 07860 100295 e: info@rolin.cc www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk
Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork. Interior and exterior painting. Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.
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.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
CARPENTRY
CATERING
RED Carpentry
Caribbean Queen of Kent
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.
Catering and bespoke takeaway service. Valentine and Mother’s Day specials.
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
Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided.
m: 07850 009 661 F/B: Caribbean Queen of Kent www.caribbanqueenofkent.com
t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon
CARPET CLEANING
Deluxe Carpet Cleaning
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Family run carpet cleaning company. Also upholstery cleaning, Stain removal, Stainguard protection & leather suite cleaning. NCCA and IICRC Certified. (See Colour Advert On Page 7)
t: 01732 887 091 m: 07931 916 783 e:deluxecarpetcleaninguk@googlemail.com www.deluxecarpetcleaning.co.uk Carpet, mattress & upholstery cleaning. Quick Drying. Stain and Marks Removal. Dust Mites Treatment Stain Protection.
10% off orders over £20! (See Colour Advert On Page 11)
TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6
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CAR BODY REPAIRS
CARPET CLEANING
CLEANING
Autospray Solutions
Homefresh
Broomsticks Domestic Cleaning Services
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 11) 16
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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)
m: 07921 085 283 e: broomstickshousekeeping@hotmail.com fb: BroomsticksHousekeeping Cleaning packages from £25 One off, short term and regular services available. Laundry and Ironing too. (See Colour Ad On Page 5)
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Cinderella Dust Busters Ltd
Identics Dental Surgery
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)
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a: 1 Odiham Drive, Allington, Maidstone, Kent t: 01622 669345 e: info@identicsdentalcare.co.uk www.identicsdentalcare.co.uk Local dental practice now open. Affordable monthly payment plans. Relaxed comfortable environment. Call or pop in for more information (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
COMPUTER SUPPORT
DECORATORS
DOUBLE GLAZING
APC Manpower Computer services
Gawaine Sutton
Trade Glaze
t: 01732 790099 m: 07867771078 e: service@pcmanpower.co.uk VIRUS Removal Specialist Broadband WIFI issues SLOW Unresponsive PC PC Dead / Windows Issue IPAD Tuition & Setup New PC setup Printer & Email issues Fixed
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.
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.
Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories. Top quality products with top quality service. (See Colour Ad On Back Page)
DECORATORS
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
Parrish Painting & Decorating
DG Solutions (Kent) Limited
m: 07967 190588 c: Mark
For all your decorating needs. A friendly, reliable service at competitive rates. Qualified and fully insured. Call for a free, no obligation quote.
Unit 7, Kilnbridge Works, East Farleigh, ME15 0HD
TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6
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
Independent Offham Business Double Glazing Problems Solved t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk
Fault Finding, Repairs and Upgrades Windows, Doors, Locks & adjustments Misted Sealed Units, Handles and Hinges. Upgrade to A-rated energy efficient units. New Installation FENSA Insurance backed. Free telephone advice and call out. Over 30 yrs Exp.
DECORATORS
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
Wayne Burvill
SOS Window Works
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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Andy Payne Electrical
t: 01732 843661 m: 07830 456928 e: ryarshelectrical@gmail.com Domestic and Commercial Part P Qualified and registered with Napit. City and Guilds 2330. 2365 Level 3 2391 Inspection and Testing 2382 BS7671 17th Edition. Full rewires and new fuse boards. Periodic/Landlords Inspections. Also new lights, sockets, power into shed’s and gardens.
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GARAGE DOORS
The Small Job Electrical Company
Garage Door Associates
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.
GARDEN LANDSCAPING
FENCING
Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation
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
Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd
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.
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.
ELECTRICIANS
FENCING
GARDEN SERVICES
ASD Electrical Services
Tate Fencing
The New Leaf Gardener Garden Care & Maintenance
t: 01622 528190 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com 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) ELECTRICIANS
L.T Security & Electrical Services
c: Lee Terry m: 07971 552 663 e: leeterry4@googlemail.com Over 30 qualified years experience in Electrical & Security work in domestic & commercial properties (12 years locally) All Alarms and Security Systems installed & Existing Systems maintained. All electrical work undertaken with No callout charge. Very quick response & reliable friendly personal approach. Free Estimate. 18
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t: 01732 852596 e: sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk Suppliers of fencing materials. Visit our Tonbridge depot.
(See Colour Ad On Page 11)
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t: 01622 756709 m: 07917 726226 Claire@thenewleafgardener.co.uk www.thenewleafgardener.co.uk One-off service or regular garden care . Grass/hedge cutting . Preparation for house sale . Tree, shrub pruning & border care . Clearance or tidy . Garden woodwork/carpentry Free estimates & fully insured. GARDEN SERVICES
V & S Garden Services t: 01732 521224 m: 07958 997336 c: Sue or Vince
Comprehensive range of garden services. One off or full regular maintenance. Complete year round lawn care. Professional licensed weed control. Hourly rates.
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H-K HYPNOTHERAPY/REMEDIAL HYPNOTIST
Astral Heating & Gas Services
L-O LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION
the local Oracle
t: 01732 525805/6 e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk
c: 07748 876434 e: info@astralheatingservices.co.uk www.astralheatingservices.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. (See Colour Ad On Page 3)
Boiler and central heating service and repair specialist with over 30 years of experience. Gas Safe registered, reliable and trustworthy, with the ability to solve all your heating and hot water problems. Gas ovens and hobs repaired. Landlords gas safety inspections.
m: 07376 290943 c: Michael Wright Control Practictioner e: info@urbanhypnotist.co.uk www.urbanhypnotist.co.uk Let’s Change Habits, Phobias & Fears. Anxiety, stop smoking, weight issues, goal settings, sexual issues, depression, memory and much more.
GAS & HEATING SERVICES
IRONING SERVICES
LOCKSMITH
Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating
Extra Hands Ironing & Shirt Laundry
A.Maidstone Locksmiths
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: 01622 725558 m: 07968 424228 e: ben@bpterry.co.uk Experienced Qualified Plumbing and Heating Engineer offers; Free Quotations for all your heating and plumbing requirements, No job too small, All calls handled promptly and efficiently. (See Colour Ad On Page 5)
a: The Colonnade 10 West Street West Malling ME19 6QX t: 01732 872159 m: 07956 864860 www.extrahandsironing.co.uk
GAS & HEATING SERVICES
KITCHEN SPLASHBACKS
MONEY SAVING
F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd
UK Splashbacks
Utility Warehouse
t: 01622 913007 m: 07709 352248 c: Fred Masters e: info@fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk www.fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk Plumbing, Heating, Servicing Installation, Breakdown, Repairs. All Gas Appliances. (See Colour ad On Page 6)
Central West Malling Drop Shop Open 8-4 Monday-Fridays Clear pricing Fully insured Free collection & delivery service
t: 01622 727697 freephone: 0800 2321149 e: info@uksplashbacks.com www.uksplashbacks.com Glass Splashbacks, the popular, modern and hygienic wall finish in your kitchen or bahtroom - seamless, with no grout lines. We design, measure, fit and finish in any colour.
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.
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GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON
OVEN CLEANERS
Bramko Ltd
Oven Angels
t: 01892 514552 m: 07901 857608 www.ovenangels.co.uk
Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 4 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)
Authorised Distributor t: 01732 521494 m: 07912 878830 c: Jane www.save-moneywithme.co.uk
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Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products. Now in their 19th year. Prices from £45. Fully insured. As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.
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PRESSURE CLEANING
Cannon Plumbing & Heating
Seton Specialist Cleaning
No call out charge 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.
High Pressure Exterior Cleaning Driveways, Patios, Paths, Decking We can pressure clean them all! Local established company Very competitive prices Free quotations
t: 01622 320284
P-T PET SERVICES
FUR BABIES AT HOME
07939 248983 anna@furbabiesathome.co.uk Going away on holiday? Weekend away? Working late unexpectedly? We will take the stress away from both you and your fur babies.
t: 01622 756017 m: 07443 894580 www.setonspecialistcleaning.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 6) PLUMBERS
REMOVALS & STORAGE
DL Plumbing
Goodfellows Removals & Storage
Dripping taps fixed New taps fitted Leaks fixed Emersion Heater elements replaced New radiators fitted Overflowing loft tanks fixed Dripping toilet overflow fixed
Household/office removals. Local professional removal and storage company. Family owned. Established 20 years. Please ring for a free quote.
t: 01732 844746 m: 07792 670141
a: Ashtree Farm, Teston Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 5RL t: 01732 841841 f: 01622 753708
Complete bathrooms fitted including design & tiling if required.
PLASTERER
PLUMBERS
ROOFING
Wall 2 Wall Plastering
TNP Nelson Plumbing
D. P. Roofing
t: 01634 313326 m: 07843 881657 c: Joe Bunting e: wall2wallplastering@hotmail.co.uk Fully qualified Plasterer. Internal & external plastering. Rendering & pebble dashing. Skimming & plaster boarding. Coving. Friendly & tidy service. Free quotes.
t: 01622 808103 m: 07517 106711
t: 01622 232962
Plumbing - all plumbing undertaken. Heating - radiators and boilers Gas - boilers installed and repaired. Drainage - cleaning, jetting & repairs. 24 hours - 1 hour response.
All types of roofing renewed and repaired, chimneys, guttering etc. All work guaranteed. Free quotes. All areas covered.
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If you have lost or found a pet, this charity will do all they can to help you. F/B:Animals Lost and Found in Kent Ltd www.animalslostandfoundinkent.co.uk
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TREE SURGERY
WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING
Stylehouse Shutters
M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping
Humphrey & Scace
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. (See Colour Ad On Front Page)
t: 01634 323960 m: 07748 848598 c: Matthew Dighton e: matthewdighton@gmail.com
All forms of tree work undertaken. We offer a reliable, professional, local and friendly tree care and landscaping service. Family run for 3 generations. No obligation on estimates. (See Colour Ad On Page 7)
t: 01622 320079 www.humphreyandscace.co.uk Lasting Power of Attorney - Buy one - get one free. Single Will - only £99 Mirror wills only £149 (See Colour Ad On Page 13)
SKIP HIRE
WINDOWS
Haffenden Skip Hire
Trade 2 Trade Windows Limited
a: East Malling t: 01732 871858 or 01732 840116 m: 07850 049246
2yd to 12yd skips available. Local reliable service. Call for competitive rates.
t: 01732 449093 www.t2twindows.com
V-W
Mothers receive a bottle of champagne on us! (On orders placed by 31st March) 0% Interest Free. Minimum 25% deposit. (See Colour Ad On Page 10)
SOLICITORS
VIDEO PRODUCTION
WINDOWS
Graham Colley Solicitor
Proud Business Productions
Trade Glaze
t: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors
m: 07740 357507 e: david@proudbusinessproductions.com www.proudbusinessproductions.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 3)
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 Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories. Top quality products with top quality service. (See Colour Ad on Back Page)
TREE SURGERY
WEIGHT LOSS
WINDOW CLEANERS
Acacia Tree Care
Insulean
All Clean Windows
Local solicitors practice specialising in Wills, Probate Advice, Inheritance Tax, updating Wills (Codicils), Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection. Home Visits and Fixed Fees available.
(See Colour Ad On Page 12)
t: 01732 845104 m: 07812 344740 www.acaciatreecare.co.uk NPTC C&G Qualified, Fully insured. Tree work, Hedging, stumpgrinding, hard and soft landscaping, fencing and garden clear ups. Free consultation and written quotations
Offering video production for social media, product demos. company overviews and more. Our aim is to help your business grow through video.
a: Suite 1, 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, West Malling ME19 4YU e: contact@insulean.co.uk www.insulean.co.uk Insulean is a Medical Weight Loss programme, led by an obesity expert. It is highly effective with no need for medicines, gyms or calorie counting. Join us at www.insulean.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
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t/f: 01622 745179 c: Jean Tandy e: jean.tandy@talktalk.net 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. WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK
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Useful local phone 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 0845 1551000 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY Maidstone & District 01622 675556 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 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 John Newton 07813 712081 RSPCA RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 123 0751
SAMARITANS 48 Grecian Street, Maidstone, ME14 2TS 01622 674444 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 AND St Peter’s School Nursery Ltd 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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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.
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.
10am-11.15am, Over 60’s Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.
(4th) 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI in the Brassey Rooms, Station Rd, Aylesford. Kay on 01622 718353. 8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at Brookfield Junior School, Joan on 01634 256891.
1.30-2.30pm Medau Classes at Wateringbury VH, ME18 5NU. 1st Class foc £5. 01622 749002
THURSDAYS
9.45am Music & movement, babies & toddlers, Beechwood Hall, Barming. 07901 712510
1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – Graham Jackson 01732 843336. 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. Linda 01622 720847. 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.
9.45 and 10.45am Musical Playtime, Grove Green Community Centre. 07901 712510
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. 5.15-6.45pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724 6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Judith 01622 683382
1.15-2pm Mayhem music for 0-1yrs Aylesford Community Centre. 07815 775504
7-8pm Beginners Pilates £8 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101
(2nd & 4th) 2-4pm. Friendship afternoon. Brassey Cent. Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083
(1st not May/Jan) Allington Garden Club at St Nicholas CH, Popular Grove. 01622 757319
6-7pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Info on 07812 096724
7.30pm Karate Club 35+ at the Brassey Centre Station Rd, Aylesford. Okinawan martial.
6.30pm-7.45pm, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576
8-9pm Free Dance exercise class at St Andrews Church Hall, Tonbridge Rd. Barming. Andrea or Trevor on 01795 843331. (1st) 8pm Casino Card Games evening at Thai Orchid, Maidstone with Click Singles.
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,
(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
7.30-9.30pm Maidstone Folk Dance Club Tonbridge Rd, Meth. Church 01622 761757
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
7-9pm Ditton Scouts (10-14 years old) at Ditton Scout HQ. Leader 07812 096724
6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. 07812 096724
10 - 12 Brassey Centre, Aylesford and Ditton Green 12 - 2pm. www.communigrow.org
10am-12noon, every 2nd and 4th, Zen meditation group, Maidstone ME16, contact Barbara 01622 670587
(term time) 9:30-11:30am Aylesford Parent and Toddler Group, Brassey Centre, Aylesford
WEDNESDAYS
10am Musical Bumps The Old School Hall, Lower Rd, East Farleigh, ME15 0JL
10am-11.15am, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.
(3rd) 7pm Wateringbury Flower Club, Nettlestead VH, ME18 5ER. 01732 873021
8pm Yoga in Church Farm Hall, ME20 6ST
9-10am Basics at Maidstone Iyengar Yoga Centre, Unit 3, The Broadway, Maidstone.
10.15-12pm Buddha Buddies Baby & Tots Yoga, Adventure Kidz, Aylesford 07801948969
TUESDAYS
7.45pm-9.15pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576
SATURDAYS
8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at St Pauls Church Hall Boxley Rd, Joan 01634 256891.
...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 10 March 2-6pm Intermediate Yoga Workshop at Maidstone Iyengar Yoga Centre. Book online or call 01622 685864 Saturday 10 March 2.30pm Maidstone Mencap Jumble & Nearly New Sale, Cobtree Hall, Willington St, ME15 8EB. Bargains Galore! Contact: Lesley 01622 892433 Saturday 17 March at 7.30pm St Peter & St Pauls Church Aylesford rpresent their 2nd talent Show in the Community Centre Aylesford. Tickets £5 adults, children and participants £1 to include light refreshments in the interval. Aline on 07771 636872 Good Friday 30 March 2-4pm Rope and Pranayama Workshop at at Maidstone Iyengar Yoga Centre. Book online or call 01622 685864 Saturday 28 April 10am - 3pm Maidstone Mencap’s Storybook Sponsored Walk & Fairytale Family BBQ at Cobtree Hall, Willington St, Maidstone ME15 8EB Entry: Children £1 Adults £2.50 incl medal for children, bottle of water, burger/hotdog & parking for adults. Entry closes 14 April. 01622 670464.
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