MAIDSTONE LOCAL ORACLE OCTOBER 2016

ISSUE 91

DISTRIBUTION 15,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MAIDSTONE

OCT

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News the local

Dear Readers

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 November editions are: • Sevenoaks 18th October • Malling 20th October • Maidstone 25th October • Tonbridge 25th October thelocaloracle thelocaloracle

Thank you to everyone for the positive feedback on our new design. However, we have had mixed opinions on the new paper and for this reason we have decided to go back to the glossy look for three months and compare your feedback. Please do let us know which you prefer.

We have plenty of advertisers waiting to help get you ready for the winter seasons ahead. We have put all our BUSINESS ADVERTISERS together, we have a HOME AND GARDEN section and then PERSONAL AND LEISURE. The category boxes at the back of the publication give you information on ALL of our advertisers.

Anyone who has had a new website developed will know that it always takes longer than anticipated and ours is no different! We hope it will be ready for you in the early part of October now so please do check in from time to time to see how it can help you. As always, we welcome any feedback.

All editions can be found on our current website www.thelocaloracle.co.uk and you can find day to day changes for events or advertisers on facebook.com/ thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/thelocaloracle.

We look forward to receiving your feedback and interacting with you on social media if that works for you.

Anna & Jane

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Malling EDITION

16.5k

We now have 4 editions with a distribution totalling 56,500 homes and businesses.

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 56,500 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target .

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 ÂŁ54 which includes 4 photos, text and links to your website and social media.

This is our business and you will only speak to us!

Anna & Jane

Addington | Birling | East Malling Halling | Holborough | Kings Hill Larkfield | Leybourne Leybourne Lakes | Mereworth Offham | Ryarsh | Snodland Trottiscliffe | Wateringbury West Malling Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone

Maidstone EDITION

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East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Matfield Paddock Wood Southborough Tonbridge

Tonbridge Edition

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Chipstead Dunton Green Kemsing Otford Riverhead Seal Sevenoaks

Sevenoaks Edition

12k Anna - Artwork/Sales t: 01732 525806 e: anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk

Jane - Accounts/Sales t: 01732 525805 e: jane@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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Hylton Plumbing Services Tel: Mobile:

01732 843086 0797 0528822

Email: hylton@hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk

Contact Hylton Reliable Qualified Plumber with 20 years experience Public Liability Insured No Call Out Fee

www.hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk

Maintenance Plumbing Burst Pipes Hot Water Cylinders Blocked Drains Radiators Leaking Taps New Loft Tanks

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Find us on social media.....

Facebook.com/thelocalOracle/

@thelocalOracle

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LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION 1,000 - 56,500 TARGET SPECIFIC AREAS TO SUIT YOU Give us a call or drop us an email.

01732 525805/6 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

THE LOG MAN Seasoned wood suitable for open fires and log burners.

Bulk Bags £55 Loose Loads £100 (2.6 m3) Free delivery to the local area Contact: Tom

Mobile: 07768 911241 or 01732 807997

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PERSONAL & LEISURE Contact: Jane Marshall Tel: 01732 521494 jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.save-moneywithme.co.uk

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Category the local News

CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADVERTS Accountants − AIMS − TaxAssist Accountants p5 Aerials − Simply Connected − The Aerial Man p5 Appliance Repair − Appliance Care & Repair Artist - Christopher Marshall Bathrooms − Bathroom Solutions − Nightingale Bathrooms p8 Blinds − Penumbria Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p9 Building Services − Any Aspect Builders Ltd − Paul Tann Ltd − R Blackman − Sterling Construction Works Ltd p9 Business Opportunity − Forever Living Products - Utilities Warehouse Carpentry − Paul Anthony Interiors p10 − RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning − Homefresh p6 − Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd p7 Computer Support − APC Manpower Computer Services − KES Computer Support p5 Craft Fair − Aylesford Village Centre Decorators − Parrish Painting & Decorating - Paul David Fryer Decorating Services* Dentist − Identics Dental Surgery p13 Double Glazing − Trade Glaze p24 Double Glazing Repairs − DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p9

Electricians − ASD Electrical Services p5 − Domestic & Residential Electrical Services − LT Security & Electrical Services Fencing − C Turvey Fencing & Landscaping − Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation − Tate Fencing p10 Footcare − West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody Garage Doors − Garage Door Associates Garden Landscaping − Coe’s Landscapes − The Landscapers − Yew Tree Landscapes Garden Services − V&S Garden Services Gas & Heating Services - Astral Heating & Gas Services* − Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating p6 − Wicks Gas Handyman − Derek’s Home Maintenance Ltd Homecare − Audley Care (Kent) p3 Jewellers − Andrew Smith Jewellers p12 Kitchens − Danmar Kitchens p6 Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle p10 Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Logs - The Log Man p10 Money Saving - Utilities Warehouse p13 Oven Cleaners − Oven Angels Pet Services - Leading Paws p13 Plasterer − Wall 2 Wall Plastering Plumbers − Hylton Plumbing Services p6 − Tony Nelson Plumbing p12 Property Maintenance − KM Services p7

Recruitment - Audley Care p3 Removals & Storage − Goodfellows Removals & Storage − GP Removals Roofing − DP Roofing − SCS Roofing Shutters − Stylehouse Shutters p1 Skip Hire − Haffenden Skip Hire Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p13 Sweet Shop − Chocolate Umbrella p12 Tree Surgery − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p8 − Qualitree Services Ltd Windows − Trade Glaze p24 − Trade 2 Trade Windows Limited p11 Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows

USEFUL NUMBERS EVENT LISTINGS * New Adverts Cut off date for November 2016 is 25th October 2016 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 | Southborough Tonbridge Chipstead Dunton Green | Kemsing Otford | Riverhead | Seal | Sevenoaks

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AERIALS

BATHROOMS

The Aerial Man

Nightingale Bathrooms

t: 01732 883542 01622 871614 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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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.

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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 10 years experience with a leading manufacturer.

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.

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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 c: Christopher Marshall e: info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk

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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

BATHROOMS

BUILDING SERVICES

Simply Connected

Bathroom Solutions

Paul Tann Ltd

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: 01622 763825 m: 07780 470541 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.

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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BUILDING SERVICES

R Blackman General Maintenance t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman1@btinternet.com www.rb-gm.co.uk

Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork.

Interior and exterior painting.

Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd

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t: 01732 872199 m: Chrissie on 07801 561696 John on 07860 100295 e: info@rolin.cc www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk

Family run carpet cleaning company.

Also upholstery cleaning, Stain removal, Stainguard protection & leather suite cleaning.

NCCA and IICRC Certified.

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BUILDING SERVICES

CARPENTRY

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Sterling Construction Works Ltd

Paul Anthony Interiors

APC Manpower Computer Services

t: Freephone 0800 689 3968 e: contactus@sterlingconstructionworks.co.uk www.sterlingconstructionworks.co.uk Extensions, Conservatories, Brickwork, Drainage, Driveways, Patios, Paving, Decking, Kitchens and Bathrooms.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9)

m: 07719 117250 e: info@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.

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t: 01732 790099 m: 07867771078 e: service@pcmanpower.co.uk WINDOWS 10 problems VIRUS Removal Specialist Broadband / WIFI Issues SLOW / Freezing Computer PC not starting / iPad Issues LAPTOP Repairs / Email problems Printer Setup / IPTV Box setup

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Forever Living Products

RED Carpentry

KES Computer Support

m: 07939 248983 c: Anna Marshall e: info@annaforeverhealthy.co.uk www.annaforeverhealthy.co.uk Uncapped & willable income stream.

Flexible - start part-time, and build a full time income. Global franchise operating in over 160 countries worldwide.

Unique product range. Est. 33 years.

Call for more information today!

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.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPET CLEANING

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

Homefresh

Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided.

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t: 01622 721000 www.kesuk.net

t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon

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CRAFT FAIR

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 6)

Computer repairs and upgrades for Home and Small Business users.

Virus & Spyware removal.

Internet setup & home networking.

How can we help you today?

Indoor Market and Craft Fair Aylesford Village Community Centre Sunday 23 October 10am - 2pm Over 30 stalls of home made products and crafts.

Refreshments. Free entry. Parking.

Free entry. All proceeds to Centre.

Registered Charity No 302674

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DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING

Parrish Painting & Decorating

Trade Glaze

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.

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.

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DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

ELECTRICIANS

Paul David Fryer Decorating Services

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

ASD Electrical Services

t: 01622 206218 m: 07921 845110 c: Paul Fryer e: pauldfryer@hotmail.com

Interior & exterior decorating service completed to a high standard.

Free estimates and advice.

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.

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.

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DENTIST

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

ELECTRICIANS

Identics Dental Surgery

SOS Window Works

Domestic and Residential Electrical Services

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 13)

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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9)

t: 01622 870147 m: 07515 159821 e: 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.

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FOOTCARE

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

L.T Security & Electrical Services

West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody

The Landscapers

a: Braeburn Way, Kings Hill c: Lee Terry t: 01732 522 788 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.

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a: 14-16 Swan Street, West Malling ME19 6LP t: 01732 848460 c: Marie Thomas Bsc(Hons), MChS e: westmallingpods@gmail.com HPC Registered Podiatrist l Corn & Callous Removal l Biomechanics & Orthotics l Verrucae l Ingrown Toenails Evening, weekend and gift vouchers also available.

t: 01634 941043 m: 07711 222142 c: Daniel e: 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.

FENCING

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

C Turvey Fencing & Landscaping

Yew Tree Landscapes

t: 01892 325389 m: 07872 940862 c: Craig Turvey e: cturveyfencing@yahoo.co.uk www.ctfencing.co.uk Local reliable company.

Supply & install all types of fencing and gates.

Turfing, artifical grass, raised beds, decking, shed bases, garden clearance.

Free quotation.

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.

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.

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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.

GARAGE DOORS

GARDEN SERVICES

Garage Door Associates

V & S Garden Services

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

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.

FENCING

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

Tate Fencing

Coe’s Landscapes

Astral Heating & Gas Services

t: 01732 852596 e: sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk Suppliers of fencing materials.

Visit our Tonbridge depot.

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t: 07944 442442 c: Tim Coe www.coelandscapes.co.uk Friendly family company Est.1970 Taking on jobs large and small.

Free quotes and will always try to beat other quotes.

We cover all of Kent.

Patios and driveways, fencing decking and screening, walling, steps and gates, water features and planting.

Large and small turfing and levelling.

c: 07748 876434 e: info@astralheatingservices.co.uk www.astralheatingservices.co.uk Servicing and repairs carried out to boilers, warm air systems, water heaters, gas fires and wall heaters.

Gas hobs repaired.

Landlords gas safety inspections.

Experienced, reliable and trustworthy Gas Safe registered engineer with the ability to solve most heating and hot water problems.

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HOMECARE

LOCKSMITH

Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating

Audley Care (Kent)

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

a: Audley Care Tunbridge Wells Willicombe House, Willicombe Park Royal Tunbridge Wells TN2 3UU t: 01892 616769 or 01622 633101 e: libbyw@audleycare.co.uk www.audleycare.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 3)

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.

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

JEWELLERS

LOGS

Wicks Gas

Andrew Smith Jewellers

The Log Man

Service, repair & installation of central heating, boilers, cookers, fires, warm air units. Power flushing, plumbing, landlord certificates, free advice/quotation.

GAS SAFE REGISTERED.

Competitive pricing for unwanted or damaged gold items.

Professional, friendly advice.

Open 9am-5.30pm Mon to Sat See our new website.

(See Colour Ad on Page 12)

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 6)

t: 01732 883544 m: 07748 780811 c: Gerald Wicks e: wicksgas@btinternet.com

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL

01732 525805/6

For care that’s wrapped around you.

Special offer available for new customers.

a: 89 High Street, West Malling Kent ME19 6NA t: 01732 843087 www.andrewsmithjewellers.co.uk

t: 01732 807997 m: 07768 911241 c: Tom Seasoned wood suitable for open fires and log burners.

Bulk Bags £55 Loose Loads £100 (2.6 m3) Free delivery to the local area (See Colour Ad On Page 10)

KITCHENS

MONEY SAVING

Danmar Kitchens

Utility Warehouse

Kitchens Bathrooms Studies Come and visit our showroom.

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.

(See Colour Advert On Page 13)

a: 51 High Sreet, West Malling Kent, ME19 6QH t: 01732 848333 e: info@danmarkitchens.co.uk www.danmarkitchens.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 6)

Authorised Distributor t: 01732 521494 m: 07912 878830 c: Jane www.save-moneywithme.co.uk

HANDYMAN

LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION

OVEN CLEANERS

Derek’s Home Maintenance Ltd

the local Oracle

Oven Angels

You buy and I fit Kitchens, bathrooms, tiling, taps, guttering, general household repairs, radiators.

Free quotations.

Fully insured.

From production to distribution.

We can help you reach new customers for your business.

We can distribute from 1,000 up to 56,500 leaflets each month in the area of your choice.

Call to book your space.

Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products.

Now in their 17th year.

Prices from £45. Fully insured.

As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.

t: 01634 244061 m: 07941 172176 e: derekdhmltd@blueyonder.co.uk

t: 01732 844246/521494 e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

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t: 01892 514552 m: 07901 857608 www.ovenangels.co.uk

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PET SERVICES

PLUMBERS

RECRUITMENT

Leading Paws

Tony Nelson Plumbing

Audley Care

m: 07590 316603 www.leadingpaws.co.uk Leading Paws Dog Walking & Training Academy can help you and your furry friend with a range of Pet Care Services!

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 12)

t: 0371 226 3775 e: recruitment@audleycare.co.uk www.audleycare.co.uk We are now recruiting homecarers in your area to deliver high quality care and domestic support to our customers living in their own homes.

Please call if you are interested in joining our friendly Audley Care Team.

(See Colour Ad On Page 3)

PLASTERER

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

REMOVALS & STORAGE

Wall 2 Wall Plastering

KM Services

Goodfellows Removals & Storage

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: 01732 882280 www.km-services.co.uk KM Services provides a comprehensive maintenance and inspection service, with an emergency response line that runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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PLUMBERS

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.

REMOVALS

Hylton Plumbing Services

t: 01732 843086 m: 07970 528822 c: Hylton Visser e: 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. (See Colour Ad On Page 6)

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ROOFING

SOLICITORS

TREE SURGEON

D. P. Roofing

Graham Colley Solicitor

Qualitree Services Ltd

All types of roofing renewed and repaired, chimneys, guttering etc.

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.

Tree Surgery, Stump Grinding & Log Deliveries Professional, Experienced, Insured & Qualified

t: 01622 808103 m: 07517 106711

All work guaranteed.

Free quotes.

All areas covered.

t: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors

t: 01622 208426 c: Gary or Caroline Everest e: hello@qualitree-services.co.uk www.qualitree-services.co.uk

Call Today For Your Free Quotation (See Colour Ad On Page 13) ROOFING

01634 325084 07729 727188 All aspects of roofing and property maintenance work undertaken, from general repair and household DIY work, to complete re-roofs and rebuilds.

We offer affordable prices.

References available on request.

SHUTTERS

SWEET SHOP

WINDOWS

Chocolate Umbrella

Trade Glaze

a: 42 High St, West Malling, ME19 6QR t: 01732 522533 e: yummy@chocolateumbrella.co.uk www.chocolateumbrella.co.uk All your favourite sweets, party bags & Kebabs made to order with free message tag.

Candy Cakes any size/colour.

Delicious Luxury English Truffles, Macaroons, Nougat & specialities.

(See Colour Ad On Page 12) TILING

WINDOWS

Trade 2 Trade Windows Limited

Stylehouse Shutters

t: 01634 730053 www.t2twindows.com

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)

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 Back Page Ad)

01732 647 000

enquiries@tileandstoneservices.co.uk

www.tileandstoneservices.co.uk Floor & Wall Tiling Re-Grouting Tile & Grout Cleaning Grout Colour Sealing Silicone Sealant Application

Windows, Doors & Conservatories, prices that will not burn a hole in your pocket.

Free installation on all orders placed in October.

(See Colour Ad On Page 11)

SKIP HIRE

TREE SURGERY

WINDOW CLEANERS

Haffenden Skip Hire

M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping

All Clean Windows

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.

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.

a: East Malling t: 01732 871858 or 01732 840116 m: 07850 049246

2yd to 12yd skips available.

Local reliable service.

Call for competitive rates.

m: 07748 848598 c: Matthew Dighton e: matthewdighton@gmail.com

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Useful local phone numbers ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY 01892 835498

AGE CONCERN 01622 753618

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 01732 842339

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 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 Ditton PCSO Sally Doherty 101 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

9.45am Music and movement for babies and toddlers at Beechwood Hall, Barming.

07901712510 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 after 01622 749002 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – phone Liz Day on 01732 840937.

6-7pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Contact 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. Contact Linda 01622 720847.

7-8pm Weight Watchers, Brassey Centre, Aylesford - Leader Judith 01622 683382 7-8pm Kick Ass Aerobics £6 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 Mondays (3rd excl Aug) 7.30pm Allington Castle W.I. at Palace Wood School (Acorns) Diane 01622 721170.Mini

TUESDAYS 1.15-2pm Mayhem music for 0-1yrs Aylesford Community Centre. 07815 775504 (last) 1-4.30pm Allington Community Indoor Market, St Nicholas Church, Poplar Grove. (Find us on Facebook).

(2nd & 4th) 2-4pm. Friendship afternoon.

Brassey centre Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083 (term time) 9:30-11:30am Aylesford Parent and Toddler Group, Brassey Centre, Aylesford 6-7pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Group Scout Leader on 07812096724 6.30pm-7.45pm, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 7.45pm-9.15pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576

WEDNESDAYS 10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Maidstone YMCA. 07815 775504 11.15-12 Midday Mini mayhem music for 0-1yrs Maidstone YMCA. 07815 775504 11.30-1.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Aylesford. Pam 07891 185983 (term-time) 1.15-2.45pm Parent & Toddler Group at The Brassey Centre, Station Rd. £1.

01622 717434.

2.30-4pm Over 50s Get Together Club at Allington Baptist Church, 76a London Rd, ME16 0DT. 6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Group Scout Leader 07812096724

SATURDAYS (2nd) 8.30am-1pm Teston Community Market, Teston Village Hall, Church Street, Teston ME18 5AH. (Find us on Facebook) 9-10am & 10.15-11.15am Pre Natal Yoga £7 Heavenly Fitness Tovil. 07711 790101

7.30-9.30pm Maidstone Folk Dance Club Tonbridge Rd, Methodist Church 01622 761757

9.30am-3.30pm Blackthorn Trust, St Andrews Rd, Barming, ME16 9AN Brunch & lunch.

7.30-9.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Aylesford. Pam 07891185983

10 - 12 Brassey Centre, Aylesford and Ditton Green 12 - 2pm. www.communigrow.org

(4th) 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI in the Brassey Rooms, Station Rd, Aylesford. Eileen 01622 715205.

8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at Brookfield Junior School, Joan on 01634 256891.

THURSDAYS

9.45 and 10.45am Musical Playtime, Grove Green Community Centre. 07901 712510 10.15-12pm Buddha Buddies Baby and Tots Yoga, Adventure Kidz, Aylesford. For info 07801 948969 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 Community Centre. Info. Wayne on 01622 710734.

5.15-6.45pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724

10am-12noon Market at the Brassey Centre, Aylesford. Tea/Coffee. Contact 01622 717598 10.30am-12pm Art for Health at Blackthorn Trust, St Andrews Rd, Barming ME16 9AN. (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 Sun 9 October at 3pm Summer Concert by the Brook Concert Orchestra at Peter & St Pauls Church Aylesford. Tickets £6 and will include tea/coffee and biscuits in the interval. Tickets from 01622 719366 or at the door.

Thursday 13 October 11.30am Riverside Walk from Aylesford Village carpark. Contact Aline on 01622 716608.

6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Leader Judith 01622 683382

Friday 14 October @ 7.30pm Quiz Night in Fant Hall Community Centre, Fant Lane, Maidstone. 8 players per team. Tickets £8 incl. hot fish and chip supper. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. John Ashbolt 01622 725435

(3rd) 7pm Wateringbury Flower Club, Nettlestead Village Hall, ME18 5ER. Details 01732 873021 7-9pm Ditton Scouts (10-14 years old) at Ditton Scout HQ. Leader 07812 096724

Saturday 15 October 2016, 7.30 pm.

Maidstone Symphony Orchestra Concert, Mote Hall, Maidstone Leisure Centre, ME15 7RN. Tickets: £26, £21, £12 Students £5; 18s and under FREE! 07817 429143 or on the door.

7-8pm Beginners Pilates £8 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101

Sat 22 October 7pm St Peter & St Pauls Church Barn Dance in The Barn, Aylesford Priory Tickets £5 adult, £3 children 4-16 from Aline on 01622 716608/07771 636872. Bring your own nibbles drinks etc. Also bring a torch!!

7.30pm Karate Club 35+ at the Brassey Centre Station Rd, Aylesford. Okinawan martial.

8-9pm Free Dance exercise class at St Andrews Church Hall, Tonbridge Rd. Barming.

Andrea or Trevor on 01795 843331.

FRIDAYS 10am St Nicholas Church Hall, Allington musical fun for babies/toddlers contact 07901 712510 10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Aylesford Community Cenre. 07815 775504 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – come and try, if you like it you can join.

8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at St Pauls Church Hall Boxley Rd, Joan on 01634 256891.

Saturday 29 October 7 for 7.30pm Maidstone Mencap Apple Pie Quiz Nite at Cobtree Hall, Mote Park, School Lane off Willington St ME15 8EB. Teams 6-8. £6 each, incl slice pie & cream.

Book a table asap with Rita on 07790 643218 Saturday 29th and Sunday the 30th October 11am-5pm Cobdown Art Club Exhibition and sale at The Brassey Centre, Aylesford. Adm 50p Saturday 5 November Aylesford & Eccles WI craft fair. Call 07771 636872 £10 a table.

Saturday 5th November 10am–4pm Hearty Quilters are holding their Annual Quilt Show in aid of Heart of Kent Hospice. Ditton Community Centre, Kilnbarn Road, ME20 6AH.

Please re-submit your events for the Nov edition by 25 Oct info@thelocaloracle.co.uk