As Spring and Mother’s Day approaches we bring you the March local Oracle, full of local trades and businesses that are ready and waiting for your call. From home and garden to your business, wellbeing and treats; all can be found in these pages.
It’s a tough time for High Streets at the moment, so local shops and businesses continue to need your custom. From using local tradesman to local shops please show them your support.
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the local News p2
CONTACT DETAILS p2
WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU? p4
Accountants
- Malling Accountancy Limited
- TaxAssist Accountants p16
- The Accountancy Practice Aerials
- The Aerial Man p18
Bathroom Installations
- AHM Installations p18
- Bathroom Solutions
- Nightingale Bathrooms p23
- Poseidon Bathrooms p24
Blinds
- Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p24
Broadband & Sockets
- Broadband/Phone Sockets
Building Services
- Full Spectrum Construction Services
- Paul Tann p24
- The Small Works Building Company
Business Networking
- West Malling Connect p17
Car Body Repairs
- Autospray Solutions p25
Care Home
- Invicta Court Care Home p27
Carpentry
- Red Carpentry
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
- Homefresh p19
Charity
- HOKH p25
- Royal British Legion Industries p26
- Spadework
Cleaning Services
- Gleaming Cleaning
- MCJ Cleaning
- Sapphire Cleaning Services
Computer Support
- AA Computer Services
- Home Computer Help
- Keeping IT Simple p16
- KES UK
Conservatories
- Howard Caine Conservatories p20
Counselling & Psychotherapy
- Amadea Counselling & Psychotherapy CIC
Day Care Centre
- The Garden Of England Homecare p28*
Decorators
- Decorating & Design by Lucy-Anne
- Impact Decoration
- Interior Painting and Decorating
- JP’s Decorating
- Mark Standen Decorating Services p22
- Rathbone Decorating Services p24
- Richard’s Painting Services
- Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists
Distributors Wanted
- the local Oracle p4
Double Glazing Repairs
- DG Solutions (Kent) Limited
- SOS Window Works p24
Driveway/Patio Cleaning & Repairs
- Bramko Ltd p19
Electricians
- ASD Electrical Services p19
- New Wave Electrical
Estate Agents
- Neil Johnson
Event
- VE Day Celebration p5*
Fencing
- All Seasons Garden Fencing
- D&T Fencing & Decking
Flooring
- K2 Flooring p22
Funeral Directors
- Viners On The Hill p29
Garden Landscapers
- A D Landscapes Ltd
- Coe’s Landscapes
Garden Services
- Complete Garden Services p21
- Goldcrest Gardening Services
- Premier Trees & Gardening
Gas & Heating Services
- Blaize Services Ltd p19
- K&B Plumbing & Heating Ltd p21
- MT Plumbing & Heating Services p23
- RWS & EA Ltd
Gates
- CPS Gutter Cleaning & Repairs
- Bramko Ltd p19
Handyman
- Inside Out
Healthcare/Hearing
- Hearing Matters Ltd
Holiday Let
- Airbnb - West Malling p25*
Kitchen Installations
- IFit Kitchens p22
Leaflet Distribution
- the local Oracle p26
Live In Care
- Eleanor Live-Well p3
Locksmith
- A Maidstone Locksmith
- ASR Locksmiths
Loft Ladders & Hatches
- Loft Ladders
Mobile Phone & Tablet Repairs
- Get It Repaired p32
Osteopath
- The Osteo Group p29
Oven Cleaners
- Oven Wizards
Pet Services
- Leading Paws Dog Walking and Training Academy
Plastering
- Plastering Solutions
Plumbers
- Aspects Plumbing & Heating p18
- Hylton Plumbing Services
- K&B Plumbing & Heating Ltd p21
Printers
- Scarbutts Printers p17
Property Mainenance
- Home Counties p22*
Repair Cafe
- Malling & District Repair Cafe p26
Roofing
- Holland & Holland Roofing Ltd
- William Kent & Sons Roofing
Scrap Metal Clearance
- TLC Scrap Metal
Solicitors
- Diligent Law Solicitors p14
- Laker Legal Solicitors p16
- Markham Family Law p17
Tree Surgery
- H&E Tree Services
- M.D. Tree Care & Landscaping p23
Triathlon
- Tonbridge Triathlon p29*
Venue Hire
- Mereworth Village Hall p26
Will Writing & Estate Planning
- Humphrey & Scace p15
USEFUL NUMBERS p30
EVENTS p31
* New Advertisers
Cut off date for April 2025 is 14th March 2025
A-C
ACCOUNTANTS
Malling Accountancy Limited
a: West Malling
t: 01732 792349
e: peter.stevens@mallingaccountancy.co.uk
www.mallingaccountancy.co.uk
Chartered Accountants.
Free Initial Consultation.
Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships. Accounts, Tax, VAT, Bookkeeping, Payroll, Property Landlords & Service Charges. Self Assessment Tax Returns, Charity Accounts.
ACCOUNTANTS
TaxAssist Accountants
t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960
c: Gary Richards
e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 16)
TO ADVERTISE
Call 01732 795777 or email
info@thelocaloracle.co.uk
ACCOUNTANTS
The Accountancy Practice
a: Suite 21, 10 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, ME19 4YU
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.
Always busy? No time for cleaning? Ovens NEED to be deep cleaned! Ironing pile getting bigger? Garden that never stops growing? Hoovering & dusting getting you down? Call us to leave your house gleaming! Need any painting or decorating? No job too BIG or too SMALL! For a professional 1-2-1 service with A Smile. Free quotation 1st clean 10% Off
info@mcjcleaning.co.uk
Trusted cleaning specialist based in Snodland. We are dedicated to providing
solutions for both domestic & commercial spaces. Contact us today for a free quote and 15% off your first clean.
Sapphire Cleaning
m: 07828 092326
www.sapphirecleaning.co.uk
Residential cleaning
Commercial cleaning
Airbnb cleaning
Reliable, consistent, trustworthy and great value.
Complete Home and Small Business computer and network services. Microsoft Certified Professional. From PC advice, repairs & installations to websites and networks (including wireless) No fix - No fee!
Home
Computer Help
t: 01732 220467
m: 07966 825265
c: Rob
e: hchelp194@gmail.com
Experienced IT Professional providing an in-home service.
Internet & email troubleshooting. Training & advice. Fixed prices - no hourly rates.
COMPUTER SUPPORT
Keeping IT Simple
m: 07375 416176
e: dan@kisIT.co.uk
www.kisit.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 16)
CUT OFF DATE 14TH MARCH
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.
Interior painting, decorating and wallpaper hanging services. Very competitive rates.
Fully insured.
Professional and reliable service. No job too small. Call for FREE advice and quotation.
DECORATORS
JP’s Decorating
m: 07956 874044 or 07944 126353
c: Phil
e: jpcookies4@yahoo.co.uk
For all your interior and exterior painting, no job too small. All quotes guaranteed to beat the rest. I have many years experience. Kings Hill based. Domestic/Commercial & insurance. (References available on request)
DECORATORS
Decorating & Design by Lucy-Anne
m: 07877 698948
e: lucyannesdecorating@hotmail.com
Fully qualified female decorator with over 20 years experience.
Interior painting, decorating, wallpapering and colour consultations. Virtually dust free sanding system. High quality work at competitive prices. Tidy, reliable service. Contact for FREE advice and quote. References available.
DECORATORS
Don’t Just Cope......Live! Talking can make a difference info@amadeacounselling.co.uk 07412 819028
70 Churchill Square, Kings Hill West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU www.amadeacounselling.co.uk
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS TO: Windows, Doors and Conservatories Broken Handles, Hinges, Locks, adjustments, Misted or Cracked Sealed Units, Upgrades, Letter Boxes, Cat Flap Installations. Free Telephone Advice and Call Out Over 30 years’ experience
HND Garden Design and HND Landscape Management. All aspects of hard and soft landscape works undertaken from design to implementation. Free consultation and estimates. Portfolio & references available. Fully insured.
Friendly family company Est.1970 All groundwork, footings & drainage undertaken. Large & small scale work. Free quotes. We cover all of Kent. Patios and driveways, fencing decking and screening, walling, steps and gates, water features and planting. Large and small turfing and levelling.
Central heating. Vaillant Boiler Specialist. Servicing, repairs and systems upgrades. Fully insured. 40 years knowledge and experience.
GATES
CPS Ltd
t: 01622 202577
m: 07813 925125
e: sales@cpskent.com www.cpskent.co.uk
Gate automation, gate repairs, installation and maintenance.. Electric gate manufacture.
Remote garden lighting. Call/door entry systems and CCTV.
Bramko Ltd
Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838
e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk
NPTC Qualified
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.
Also see my drive and patio cleaning advert on page 19
01732 795777 or 01732 521494
HANDYMAN
Domestic Property Maintenance
For All Your Handyman & DIY needs
Painting & Decorating - Wallpapering
Tiling & Small Carpentry - Shelving
Furniture Assembly - Door Hanging
Guttering - Hedge Trimming - Gardening
Patio and Drive Power Washing
Estate Agent Approved. No Job Too Small. Free Estimates & Friendly Advice
Full Public Liability Insurance. Call Bob on 07726 525633 or email insideoutproperties@hotmail.co.uk
Loft ladders supplied and fitted with a hinged hatch. Also loft flooring. Qualified City & Guilds carpenter. Fully insured for your peace of mind. All work guaranteed. 30 years exp.
Get It Repaired
a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill ME19 4YU
t: 01732 525818
www.getitrepaired.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Back Page)
OSTEOPATH
The Osteo Group
a: Block 50, Suite 7 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, West Malling ME19 4YU
m: 07856 556766
www.theosteogroup.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 29)
OVEN CLEANERS
OVEN
Oven Wizards
t: 01622 616168
m: 07751 833305
www.ovenwizards.com
Your oven, hob and extractor will sparkle like new! Our non-toxic process uses in-van cleaning tanks, no caustics in your home, makes no smell or mess, leaves your oven gleaming and ready to use straightaway. Prices from £49. Established in 2006, used and trusted by 1000’s of local clients. Take a look at our website to see reviews from local customers.
PET SERVICES
Leading Paws Dog Walking and Training Academy
m: 07590 316603
e: Lizzie@leadingpaws.co.uk
www.leadingpaws.co.uk
Dog Walking - Group and Solo
Puppy Pop-ins
Cat feeding
Puppy and Dog Training classes
Agility and Scentwork Classes
Home boarding and Pet Sitting Services.
PLASTERERS
Plastering
Solutions
c: David Bartholomew
m: 07908 021913
e: plasteringsolutionslarkfield@outlook.com
All aspects of plastering
Coving
Skirting
Painting
High quality finish
Fully insured
Free no obligation quotes Over 20 years experience
MOBILE PHONE & TABLET REPAIR
LOFT LADDERS & HATCHES
PLUMBERS
Aspects Plumbing & Heating
t: 01732 671131
c: Jamie
(See Colour Ad On Page 18)
Celebrating 21 years!
ROOFING
Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd
t: 01622 842069
m : 07939 583618
c: Tom Holland
office@hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk
www.hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk
SOLICITORS
Markham Family Law
a: 43 Swan Street, ME19 6HF
t: 01622 234242
e: enquiries@mflaw.co.uk
www.mflaw.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 17)
Hylton Plumbing Services
a: West Malling
t: 01732 843086
m: 07970 528822
e: hylton@hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk
www.hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk
Maintenance plumbing
Burst pipes
Hot water cylinders
Blocked drains
Radiators
Leaking taps
New loft tanks
PLUMBERS
K&B Plumbing & Heating Ltd
t: freephone 0800 6894651
e: contact@kandbplumbing.co.uk
www.kandbplumbing.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 21)
Scarbutts Printers
t: 01732 870066
e: print@scarbutts.com
fb: scarbutts
www.scarbutts.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 17)
Home Counties Property
Maintenance & Development
m: 07721 495562
(See Colour Ad On Page 22)
Malling & District Repair Cafe
e: mallingrepaircafe@gmail.com
www.mallingrepaircafe.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 26)
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)
ROOFING
William Kent & Sons Roofing
t: 01732 824059
m: 07778 586865
All roof work undertaken: roofing repairs, renewals, flat roofs, new roofs, lead work, slate, tiles & chimneys. UVPC fascias & soffits & guttering. Lofts insulated fitted. All exterior decorating. All work guaranteed. No job too small. Free quotation. Family run business. Registered waste carrier.
SCRAP
METAL
CLEARANCE
TLC Scrap Metal
t: 07804 057096
c: Tom Calvert
Man with flat-bed truck available for free metal collection.
Clearance work undertaken 90% of rubbish recycled. Fully licensed to remove and transport scrap and rubbish.
t: 01732 810695 m: 07734 087425
c: Amanda & Mathew Everest
e: handetrees@outlook.com www.handetrees.co.uk
NPTC qualified and fully insured. All aspects of tree, hedge and stump grinding work carried out. We are a local friendly business. We offer a professional service from start to finish. All our quotes are free.
TREE SURGERY
M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping
t: 01634 323960
m: 07748 848598
c: Matthew Dighton
e: matthewdighton@gmail.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 23)
Tonbridge Triathlon
Monday 5th May 2025
www.tonbridgetriathlon.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 29)
SOLICITORS
Diligent Law Solicitors
a: 20 Churchill Square, ME19 4YU
t: 01732 316000
e: info@diligentlaw.co.uk
www.diligentlaw.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 14)
SOLICITORS
Laker Legal Solicitors
t: 01732 757071
e: info@lakerlegal.co.uk
www.lakerlegal.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 16)
Mereworth Village Hall
a: 149 Butchers Lane, Mereworth, ME18 5QD
e: mereworthvh@gmail.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 26)
WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING
Humphrey & Scace
t: 01732 252540
e: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk
www.humphreyandscace.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 15)
TREE SURGERY
TRIATHLON
VENUE HIRE
Seaplane House, Sir Thomas Longley Road, Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4DP
DATES FOR THE DIARY
Tuesday 11th March
Chamber Monthly Meeting
5.30pm at Romano’s Coffee Shop, 51 High Street, West Malling
Tuesday 25th March
Social Media Training
5.15pm for prompt 5.30pm start - 7.30pm at The Swan £20pp including tea & coffee £50pp to non members.
An introduction to Social Media and how it can benefit your business. Strategic aims and objectives. Good practice - the basics. Content, Posting and Tools.
Tuesday 1st April
Chamber AGM
5.30pm at The Swan
We welcome all businesses based in the ME19 postcode area.
Email anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk to book.
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Conservatory too Hot in the Summer? or too Cold in the Winter?
Here at Howard Caine Conservatories, we are able to offer an all year round solution. Why not replace your existing roof glass or polycarbonate with the latest climate control heat-guard materials.
Go green and make your existing windows more energy efficient with less heat loss and lower heating bills.
We also specialise in the following
* New Conservatories
* Refurbishment
* Window/Doors
* Overhauls
* Soffits/Facia
* Misted / broken units
* Guttering
* Handles/Hinges
* Fensa Registered
* Fully insured
* Garage Doors
• All aspects of plumbing works (leaks, tap replacements)
• Bathroom Installations
• Boiler Installations
• Boiler Breakdowns
• Boiler Services
• Gas Safety Checks
• Drain Jetting (Blocked Drains)
• Drainge CCTV surveys
• Gutter Repairs
• Chlorination and water hygiene works.
• Mastic Works
• Tiling
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Victorian character, cozy home, with free parking
Have you got family coming to stay? Not enough room in the house for friends to stay?
Having work done in your house and need to get out but stay close by?
Entire townhouse in West Malling.
2 bedrooms (3 beds)
4 guests
2 bathrooms Pets welcome
Superhost Anna 07939 248983
Borough Green Village Hall CHARITY FLASH SALES
Leaflet Print & Distribution
5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just £345+vat
10,000 A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just £649+vat
Give us a call or drop us an email. 01732 521494 or 01732 795777 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk
Date: Anytime in March 2025
Location: You can take on this challenge wherever you are!
Sleep out under the stars while fundraising for our most vulnerable veterans.
Kind, Compassionate Care in and around the Maidstone area
Homecare
Personal Care Meal Preparation
Companionship Overnight Visits
Medication Assistance
Memory Lane Café
Day Care Services
Memory engaging activities and quizzes, Outings and day trips.
A relaxing environment open to the public, all day breakfast, homemade cakes, reasonable prices. Open to the public. For more information please call Allyson on 01622 674733 or email allyson@goedaycare.co.uk
Centre | Spend the day
Enjoy a tranquil environment with activities such as memory-engaging quizzes and games, gentle exercise, arts & crafts, music, singing, dancing, and making memories! Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 10 am - 2 pm. £30 per day. Light lunch and refreshments included. Ample parking available. Memory Lane House, 25 College Road, Maidstone, ME15 6SX
We are looking for reliable, caring and compassionate care workers to join our friendly team
Useful Numbers
• Alzheimer’s Society 01892 835498
• Citizens Advice 0808 278 7810
• Multiple Sclerosis Society - SE Kent Branch 08453 970543
• St James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912
• St Katherine’s School, St Katherine’s Lane, Snodland, Kent ME6 5EJ 01634 240061
• The Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995
• Trottiscliffe C of E Primary School, School Lane, Trottiscliffe 01732 822803
• West Malling C of E Primary School, Norman Road, West Malling 01732 842061
TRAINS
• National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50
Events
MONDAYS
10-11.15am Adult Elementary BalletAddington Village Hall
10-4 (& Wed) The Welcome Hub, The sycamore Tree Centre Larkfield. Coffee and chat.
11.15-12.30 Adult Improvers Ballet - Addington Village Hall
12-2pm Community Cosy Club at Kings Hill Community Centre. Free of change.
12pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane for beginners.
1pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Easy level.
1-3.30pm Ditton Short Mat Indoor Bowls Club at Ditton Community Centre, ME20 6AH.
2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715
(2nd) 2-4pm Mothers’ Union meets at St. Mary’s Church, West Malling. 01732 843964
3.15-4.45pm After School Club at The East Malling Centre
7.30pm Kings Hill Rotary Club. Contact to find out more. khrc09@yahoo.com
7.30pm Kings Hill Soul Choir at Kings Hill Community Centre.
(3rd) 8pm Malling Lions meet at The Wealden Hall 773 London Road Larkfield, ME20 6DE
TUESDAYS
9.30am Musical Bumps at KHCC for children 2 years+ 10.15am for Crawlers and Toddlers
10-11am Ballet Workout - Addington Village Hall
10-12.30pm Citizens Advice at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way. ME19 6BN
2-3.30pm Sycamore Tree Craft Group at Larkfield Methodist Church Sylvia 01634 245767
TUESDAYS Cont.....
7pm Malling Rotary Club. Contact for more info: www.malling-rotary.org.uk
7-15 to 9-45pm Short Mat Bowls at Ryarsh Village Hall – All are welcome.
7.30pm Group running from Larkfield Leisure Centre. All welcome. www.larkfieldac.co.uk
(2nd) 7.30pm Malling Stamp Club at The Clout Memorial Hall, High Street, WM. 01474 394808
7.45-10pm Malling Photographic Society, West Malling Village Hall (Sept-April)
WEDNESDAYS
9.15am Musical Bumps at KHCC for children
2 years+, 10am for Crawlers and Toddlers and 10.45am for babies (2nd) 1-4pm DamARA (Ditton & Malling) Active Retirement Club meet at Ditton Community Centre. Tel: 01622 297150 for info.
1.30-4pm Aylesford Short Mat Bowls Club. Aylesford Village CC. Call Ted 07913 914851
1.30-3pm (term time) Little Larks for babies, Toddlers & preschoolers Larkfield Methodist CH
8.30-9.30pm DanceFit with Lucy at Leybourne Village Hall. hello@Lrsd.co.uk
THURSDAYS
9.30am Musical Bumps at Leybourne Chase Sports Pavilion 1-4yr olds. 10.15am for babies (1st & 3rd) 10am-12pm The Hub from St Gabriel’s Kings Hill at Cricket Pavilion £1 (2nd) 11am to 12 noon. The Arts Society host Lectures at Ryarsh VH. Guests welcome (1st & 3rd) 12.30-2.30pm Silver Lunch Club at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way. (2nd) 2pm Leybourne Active Retirement Assoc. meet at Leybourne VHl. Linda 01732 522437 (1st&3rd) 2-3.45pm Over 60s Get together Allington Baptist Church, 76A London Rd, ME16
...ALSO THIS MONTH
March The Great Tommy Sleep Out for the RBLI. (See page 26)
Sunday 2 March HOKH Maidstone Road Run, ME17 4HX
THURSDAYS Cont.....
8.30-10.00pm Hartley Morris Men practice at Wrotham. Call 07983 107934
8pm-10pm Kits Coty Morris Dancers. Institute Hall, Forge Lane, East Farliegh, 01622 717658
FRIDAYS
11am Health Walk from The East Malling Centre
1-3.30pm Ditton Short Mat Indoor Bowls Club at Ditton Community Centre, ME20 6AH. (3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield Active Retirement meets Larkfield Village Hall. Chris Baker 01732 873705.
8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100. (3rd) 2-4pm Kings Hill Active Retirement Assoc. meet at KHCC. Call Richard on 01732 845717 (3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield WI at Church Farm, New Hythe Lane. Contact Rachel 07816 644010 (Last) 8-10pm Malling Art Club, Offham VHVisitors welcome. Jackiehart011@gmail.com
SATURDAYS
(2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. (2nd) 10am-12.30pm Tonbridge Repair Cafe at St Stephen’’s Church, Tonbridge TN9 2SW (1st) 1.30-4.30pm Maidstone Sugarcraft ((excl. Aug) at West Borough Primary School, Greenway, Maidstone ME16 8TL
SUNDAYS
10am St Gabriel’s, Kings Hill Church of England Holy Communion/Eucharist at DiscoverySchool, (3rd) 10.30-1pm Wateringbury Community Market, Wateringbury Village Hall, ME18 5NU (4th) 9.30-1.30pm Farmer’s Market West Mallng in the High Street.
Friday 7 March 10.30am World Day of Prayer service at St Lawrence Church, The Street, Mereworth Kent ME18 5LY. Prepared by the Christian Women of The Cook Islands. All are welcome. Refreshments afterwards
Tuesday 11th March 5.30pm West Malling Connect for local businesses. Venue tbc. (See page 17)
Wednesday 19 March 8pm Wateringbury History Society in Wateringbury Hall. Talk on The History and Restoration of the Paddle Steamer Medway Queen by Mark and Pam Bathurst. Members free visitors very welcome £7 each.
Saturday 19 April 10am-12 Children’s Easter Egg Hunt (entry £2.50 per child and all children must be accompanied by an adult), Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom, New Road, Ditton, ME20 6AE
Monday 5 May Tonbridge Triathlon, Booking Open www.tonbridgetriathlon.com (See page 29)
Saturday 10 May 12-4pm VE Day Celebrations, Kings Hill Community Centre, ME19 4LG Free Entry (See page 5)
Please submit regular or one off events by 14th March to be included in April 2025 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk
