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Dear Readers

Welcome to the ‘Royal’ May edition! We have some great events to celebrate the Coronation as well as giving back and many new advertisers to help your home, garden, business or body! Pick up a cuppa and pull up a chair; you might find exactly what you’re looking for.

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Accountants

- Malling Accountancy Limited

- TaxAssist Accountants p16

- The Accountancy Practice

Air Ambulance

- Air Ambulance

Art Exhibition

- Pilgrims Art Exhibition*

Bathroom Installations

- Bathroom Solutions

- Nightingale Bathrooms p23

Beauty & Complementary

- Gemini Beauty p27

Blinds

- Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p24

Broadband & Sockets

- Broadband/Phone Sockets

Building Services

- Full Spectrum Construction Services

- M C Construction p23

- Paul Tann

- R Blackman General Maintenance

- The Small Works Building Company

Business Insurance

- Westfield Insurance p17

Business Opportunity

- Utility Warehouse Discount Club

Car Body Repairs

- Autospray Solutions p26

Car Sales

- Kings Hill Car Sales

Car Service & Repairs

- Kings Hill Garage Limited

Carers Required

- Carers Required

Carpentry

- Red Carpentry

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

- Homefresh p21

Cats Protection

- Bredhurst Kent Adoption Centre*

Charity

- Heart of Kent Hospice p26*

- RBLI

Childcare

- St Helen’s Montessori*

Chiropody & Podiatry

- Sirita Sen Podiatry

Cleaning Services

- Castle Cleaning

- Cleanhome Domestic Cleaning

- Gleaming Cleaning

Community Centre

- Hermitage Park Community Centre p29

Community Sports Club

- Kings Hill Football Club*

Computer Support

- AA Computer Services

- Home Computer Help

- KES UK

Conservatories

- Howard Caine Conservatories p22

Decorators

- Choice Painting & Decorating

- Eugenia’s Decorating Services

- GJ Services

- Impact Decoration

- JP’s Decorating

- Mark Howland

- Rathbone Decorating Services p23

- Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists

Distributors Wanted

- the local Oracle

Double Glazing Repairs

- DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

- SOS Window Works p24

Driveway/Patio Cleaning & Repairs

- Bramko Ltd p19

Electricians

- Andy Payne Electrical Contractor

- ASD Electrical Services p17

- CPS Ltd p19

- New Wave Electrical *

- P. B. A. Electrical Services Ltd p24

- PDW Electrical Contractor

Executive Cars

- AA Executive Cars p25

Fencing

- All Seasons Garden Fencing

- D&T Fencing Ltd

- S W Yorke & Sons p25*

- Tate & Tonbridge Fencing Limited p26

Garage Doors

- Garolla Roller Shutter Doors p20

Garden Landscapers

- A D Landscapes Ltd

- Coe’s Landscapes

- Marshalls Landscape Contractors p21

- Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

Garden Services

- All District Garden Services p17

- Complete Garden Services p20

- Goldcrest Gardening

- Sunshine Garden Services p24

Gas & Heating Services

- Blaize Services Ltd p19

- RWS & EA Ltd

Gutter Cleaning & Repairs

- Bramko p19

Hairdressing - mobile

- Kelly’s Hairdressing Services

Halls for Hire

- Hadlow Village Hall

Handyman

- Dave’s Property Maintenance

- DME Property Services

- Inside Out

- Kents Handyman

Healthcare/Hearing

- Hearing Matters Ltd p28

Health & Fitness

- Larkfield Leisure Centre p3*

House Signs

- The Bespoke Sign House p19

Housing

- Meadow View Court p27

Hypnotherapy

- DH Wellbeing & Hypnotherapy

Karate

- Karate Leadership*

Lasting Power Of Attorney

- Interpro Solutions

Leaflet Distribution

- the local Oracle p11

Locksmith

- A Maidstone Locksmith

- ASR Locksmiths

Loft Ladders & Hatches

- Loft Ladders

Mobile Phone & Tablet Repairs

- Get It Repaired p32

Oven Cleaners

- Oven Wizards

Plastering

- Charlie Skelly

- Plastering Solutions*

Plumbers

- Aspects Plumbing & Heating p17

- Hylton Plumbing Services

- K&B Plumbing & Heating Ltd p21

Printers

- Scarbutts Printers p16*

Roofing

- Holland & Holland Roofing Ltd

- William Kent & Sones Roofing

Running Club

- Larkfield Athletics Club*

Scrap Metal Clearance

- TLC Scrap Metal

Shutters

- Stylehouse Shutters p1

Solicitors

- Diligent Law Solicitors p14

- Laker Legal Solicitors p16

Taxi Service

- CC Travel

Tree Surgery

- H&E Tree Services

- M.D. Tree Care & Landscaping p23

Upholstery

- Interior Decor

Will Writing & Estate Planning

- Humphrey & Scace p15

- Isla Law*

Windows

- Acorn Glassline p18

USEFUL NUMBERS p30

EVENTS p31

AIR

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 ADVERTSE

Call 01732 795777 or email

info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

ACCOUNTANTS

The Accountancy Practice

a: Suite 21, 10 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, ME19 4YU

t: 01732 897929

c: Neil Craig

e: neil@theaccountancypracticeltd.co.uk

www.theaccountancypracticeltd.co.uk

Free 1 hour consultation

Fixed Fee Quotes

Limited companies

Sole Traders/Partnerships

Self Assessment/Tax Returns

Bookkeeping, VAT, Payroll

ART EXHIBITION

Pilgrims Way Art Exhibition

a: Tythe Barn, Lenham ME17 2QD 19th - 29th May

www.pilgrimswayartists.org.uk

BEAUTY & COMPLEMENTARY

Gemini Beauty

t: 01732 842279

m: 07749 589414

e: angela@gemini-beauty.co.uk

www.gemini-beauty.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 27)

BLINDS

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd

t: 01892 825522

m: 07767 326211

e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com

www.penumbrablinds.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 24)

BROADBAND/PHONE SOCKETS

Broadband/Phone Sockets

m: 07845 705900

Why pay service provider prices for internal faults?

- New phone/broadband extentions.

- Fault finding repairs/Improve broadband speeds.

- Cat 5 wiring

- Internal/external re-routing/tidying of cables prior to double glazing.

Established 2009

25 years BT Engineer Fully Insured.

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

Bathroom Solutions

m: 07908 021913

c: David Bartholomew

e: bathroomsolutionslarkfield@outlook.com f/b: @Bathroomsolutionslarkfield

Complete bathroom installs, supply and design or fit only.

Plumbing, tiling, splash panels, plastering, electrical work. All types of floors fitted. No obligation quotes. Over 15 Yrs Exp. Public liability insured.

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

Nightingale Bathrooms

t: 01732 652052

www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 23)

BUILDING SERVICES

Full Spectrum Construction Services Ltd

m: 07974 572 891

e: tom@fscs-construction.co.uk

www.fscs-construction.co.uk

All jobs considered.

Anything from patios, extensions, barn conversions, new build, warehouses etc. No job too small. Based in Addington near West Mallling.

Polite friendly team, fully insured. CIOB and RICS registered.

BUILDING SERVICES

M C Construction

t: 01732 642611

m: 07841 658821

e: m-c-construction@hotmail.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 23)

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BUILDING SERVICES

Paul Tann Ltd

m: 07873 965231

c: Paul

e: info@paultann.co.uk

www.paultann.co.uk

Specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving. Fully insured. All work guaranteed. Established over 20 years.

BUILDING SERVICES

R Blackman General Maintenance

t: 01892 838668

m: 07887 948430

c: Richard Blackman

e: rblackman040665@gmail.com

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

Interior and exterior painting. Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

BUILDING SERVICES

The Small Works Building Company

m: 07703 061572

c: Anthony Hale

e: anthonynhale@hotmail.com

* No job too small! Replacing one sbrick or paving slab.

* Specialist in brickwork, ragstone,

* paving, pointing, extensions,

* garages etc.

* Fully insured.

* Over 30 years experience.

Classified Ads from £15pm

BUSINESS INSURANCE

Westfield Insurance

m: 07753 335044

c: Richard Hills

e: richard.hills@westfieldinsurance.co.uk

www.westfieldinsurance.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 17)

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Utility Warehouse Discount Club

Authorised Partner

t: 07885 167166 c: Carole Wright

e: carole.uwclub@gmail.com

Customer Link

https://uw.partners/carole.wright/join Business Link

https://uw.partners/carole.wright/partner

- Free Training - Hours to suit you

- More spare time - Extra income

- Recession proof

- Your own business.

CAR BODY REPAIRS

Autospray Solutions

t: 01622 727263

e: info@autospraysolutions.co.uk

www.autospraysolutions.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 26)

CARERS REQUIRED

Carers Required

a: Kings Hill

t: 07912 878830

Carers required for two young adults who are wheelchair bound, non-verbal and are fully dependant on others.

Includes all personal care and feeding as well as providing sensory activities. Weekday, weekend and occasional night cover available. Based in Kings Hill.

CARPENTRY

Red Carpentry

t: 01622 751447

m: 07896 904056

c: Richard Dillon

Exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted. All types of windows. Solid & laminate flooring. All types of carpentry work undertaken.

Over 30 years experience.

CAR SALES

Kings Hill Car Sales

a: Kings Hill Car Sales

North Lodge 584 Malling Road West Malling Kent ME19 4PU

t: 01732 220540

www.kingshillcarsales.co.uk

Good quality cars, bought and sold. Specialist vehicle sourcing. Company vehicle sourcing. All makes available. Please ring for help.

CAR SERVICE & REPAIR

Kings Hill Garage Limited

a: North Lodge, 584 Malling Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 4PU

t: 01732 849322

www.kingshillgarage.co.uk

MOT’s while you wait

Servicing for all cars and LCV Repairs to all makes and models

Fault diagnosis

Tyres at competitive prices

Aircon regas and repairs

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CARPET

Homefresh

t: Freephone: 0800 6942024

(See Colour Ad On Page 21)

CATS PROTECTION

Bredhurst Kent Adoption Centre

a: Matts Hill Rd, Hartlip, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 7XA.

t: 01634 232471

e: bredhurst@cats.org.uk

www.cats.org.uk/bredhurst

Our centre consists of separate areas for admissions, rehoming and maternity.

Every cat receives exceptional care and all are microchipped, vaccinated and neutered before rehoming.

& UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

CHARITY

Heart of Kent Hospice

Big Help Out Volunteer Event

Tuesday 9th May 2-4pm

Could you volunteer with us? Come along to find out more.

www.hokh.info

(See Colour Ad On Page 26)

CHARITY

Royal British Legion Industries

t: 01622 795986

e: fundraising@rbli.co.uk

www.rbli.co.uk/give

Looking after our nation’s heroes in your local community for over 100 years. With your support, we can be here for 100 more.

CLEANING SERVICES

Castle Cleaning

m: 07920 840972

c: Dean Baker

e: info@castle-cleaning.co.uk www.castle-cleaning.co.uk

Small family run business using state of the art equipment to clean carpets, upholstery, patio, driveways, stone floors, conservatories and caravans.

CLEANING SERVICES

COMMUNITY SPORTS CLUB

Kings Hill Football Club.

a: Kings Hill Sports Park, ME19 4QP

fb: kingshillfootball

www.kingshillfc.org

Providing football for boys and girls from age 5 through to adults. We offer football for all abilities including, boys, girls, men’s, women’s, frame football, walking football and disability football inc. SEN.

Kings Hill FC are proud to be celebrating our 20 year anniversary in 2023.

COMPUTER SUPPORT

AA Computer Services

t: 01732 247003

m: 07904 910400

e: info@aa-computerservices.co.uk

www.aa-computerservices.co.uk

Weekly/fortnightly cleaning from £15.25 ph

Philippa 07841 392953

cleanhomeuk.com/westkent

Local since 2012

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!

CHILDCARE

St Helens Montessori

Ofsted Outstanding Nursery

Ages 2 - 5

Beautiful rural setting

Early Years Funding 01622 721731

www.sthelensmontessori.co.uk

CHIROPODY & PODIATRY

Sirita Sen Podiatry HCPC registered

m: 07875 078371

e: sirita.sen@gmail.com

www.kingstreettherapyrooms.co.uk

www.siritasenpodiatry.com

Lunula laser treatments for fungal nails.

Hard skin removal. Verruca treatment. Orthotics. Diabetic foot assessments. Ingrowing toenail surgery. Surgical referrals.

Corn removals and nail cutting. Health promotion and holistic health advice including exercise referrals.

CLEANING SERVICES

GLEAMING CLEANING

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 Call Terri: 07486 860647 or 07769 996921

COMMUNITY CENTRE

Hermitage Park Community Centre

a: Allington, Maidstone ME16 9FZ

t: 01622 427492

www.hermitagepark.org

(See Colour Ad On Page 29)

Celebrating 19 Years!

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Home Computer Help

t: 01732 220467

m: 07966 825265

c: Rob

e: hchelp194@gmail.com

Experienced IT Professional providing an in-home service. Computer setup. Virus removal Software installation.

Internet & email troubleshooting. Training & advice.

Fixed prices - no hourly rates.

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.

The Friars, Aylesford Kent ME20 7BX

CONSERVATORIES

Howard Caine Conservatories

t/f: 01732 321050

m: 07798 867393

e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk

www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 22) View

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DECORATORS

Choice Painting & Decorating

m: 07761 601896

c: Dean Woolterton

e: choicedec@outlook.com

City and Guilds qualified Quality internal and external Painting and decorating Clean, reliable service.

DECORATORS

G J Services

a: West Malling

t: 01732 850343

m: 07764 684495

t: Guy Williams

e: gjservices@btinternet.com

Painting

Decorating

General Maintenance

Wall papering

Free Estimates

DECORATORS

Impact Decoration

t: 01732 873726

m: 07882 597433

c: Sam Gregory

e: info@impact-decoration.co.uk www.impact-decoration.co.uk Kings Hill based, polite and tidy. Internal and External decoration. City and Guilds qualified. Dulux Select Approved Decorator. Fully insured. Domestic & Commercial clients.Virtually dust free sanding. Paper hanging.

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

Rathbone Decorating Services

t: 01622 721491

m: 07753 487796

c: Robert

(See Colour Ad On Page 23)

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DECORATORS

Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists

a: 1 Hawkridge Grove, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4JB

t/f: 01732 873754

m: 07971 542609/07824 887677

e: m.roast@gmail.com

Interior and Exterior Decoration

Plastering, Wood repair-care trained (ideal for rotten joinery) Carpentry Wallpapering, Coving, Tiling. City & Guilds Approved, 18 yrs exp. Insurance & Commercial work. References on request.

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

c: Anna 01732 795777

Jane 01732 521494

e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

We are looking for distributors who can deliver in the Larkfield and East Malling areas.

Give us a call to find out more.

DECORATORS

Eugenia’s Decorating ServicesThe Lady Decorator

m: 07887 936846

e: eugenia.roberts@gmail.com

Professional, friendly and reliable service.

DECORATORS

Mark Howland

a: Tonbridge

t: 01732 359550

m: 07818 404225

General Property Maintenance. Interior and Exterior Painting. Decorating and Repairs.

Free Estimates

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling

t: 01732 842691

m: 07870 213098

e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk

www.dgsolutionskent.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

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

SOS Window Works

t: 01622 206690

m: 07779 006696

e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com

www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 24)

HAIR SALON DRIVEWAYS/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS

Bramko Ltd

m: 07899 894838

t: 01732 357660

c: Mark Killick

e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 19)

ELECTRICIANS

Andy Payne Electrical Contractors

Domestic & Commercial Electrician Registered with Napit

Fully insured and C&G qualified All aspects of electrical work undertaken

Landlord safety inspections EICR

t: 01732 843661

m: 07830 456928

info@andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk

www.andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk

ELECTRICIANS

ASD Electrical Services

t: 01634 624555

m: 07885 605424

e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 17)

ELECTRICIANS

CPS Ltd

t: 0800 083 2483

m: 07813 925125

e: sales@cpskent.com

www.cpskent.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 19)

ELECTRICIANS

ELECTRICIANS

P. B. A Electrical Services Ltd

t: 01732 247237

e: info@pbaelectrical.com

www.pbaelectrical.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 24)

CUT OFF DATE 15th May

ELECTRICIANS

PDW Electrical Contractor

m: 07970 712158

c: Paul

e: pdwelectricalcontractor@gmail.com

Do you find it difficult to find someone to come and do a small job?

Extra lights, additional sockets, new fuse board or new installation. Free quotations at a reasonable price. Reliable service and tidy work. Local Electrician. Fully insured service.

EXECUTIVE CARS

AA Executive Cars

t: 01732 874769

m: 07979 654231

www.aaexecutiveweddingcars.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 25)

Events

See Page 31

FENCING

Mob: 07901 776382

Tel: 01622 817021

info@newwaveelectrical.co.uk

www.newwaveelectrical.co.uk

Fully Insured, No Job too Small

FREE quotations

Lighting / Power

Consumer unit change

Partial or full house re wire

Fault Finding and Repairs

Testing and Inspection

Garden Lighting

All Seasons Garden Fencing

t: 01732 844634

m: 07847 717553 (New Number)

c: Mark Steward

www.allseasonsgardenfencing.co.uk

All types of garden fencing & gates. supplied, erected and repaired. Close boarded. Panel, post & rail, decking & pagodas. No job too small.

Approved by 3 local Parish Councils. Free quotations.

Office: 01732 491518

Mobile: 07834 068835

dannywardell@btinternet.com

All types of fencing and gates supplied and erected. Repairs undertaken. No job too small. Free no obligation quotes.

FENCING

S W Yorke & Sons

a: R/O Malthouse Cottages, Dean Street, East Farleigh, ME15 0PS

t: 01622 727171

(See Colour Ad On Page 25)

FENCING

Tate + Tonbridge Fencing Limited

a: Court Lane Farm, Court Lane, Hadlow, TN11 0DP

t: 01732 920122

www.tateandtonbridgefencing.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 26)

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GARAGE DOORS

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors

t: 01732 430 273

www.garolla.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 20)

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

A D Landscapes Ltd

a: Ightham

t: 01732 763114

m: 07790 036871

c: Antony Dartnell

www.adlandscapesltd.co.uk

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.

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Coe’s Landscapes

t: 07944 442442

c: Tim Coe

e: timcoe36@icloud.com

fb: facebook.com/coeslandscapes

www.coelandscapes.co.uk

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.

View online now thelocaloracle.co.uk

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Marshalls Landscape Contractors

t: 01732 807997

m: 07768 911241

c: Tom

www.marshallslandscapes.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 21)

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

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.

GARDEN SERVICES

All District Garden Services

m: 07946 402035

c: Bill

e: alldistrictgardenservices@live.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 17)

GARDEN SERVICES

Complete Garden Services Kent

m: 07958 254090

t: 01732 387347

c: Nick

e: info@cgsk.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 20)

GARDEN SERVICES

Goldcrest Gardening

t: 01732 840652

m: 07864 682844

e: info@goldcrestgardening.com

www.goldcrestgardening.net

Our reliable service includes:

-Weeding, mowing, edging.

-Autumn/Winter tidy.

-Planting for next growing season.

-Seasonal pruning.

-bed preparation and soil enrichment.

-Greenhouse cleaning. Public liability insured.

GARDEN SERVICES

Sunshine Garden Services

t: 01622 721423

m: 07711 079014

e: skilton99@hotmail.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 24)

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

Blaize Services Ltd

t: 01622 430290

m: 07581 154499

c: James

e: info@blaizeservicesltd.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 19)

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

RWS & EA Ltd

t: 01732 871458

c: Robert Baron

e: robert.baron4@btinternet.com

Central heating. Vaillant Boiler Specialist. Servicing, repairs and systems upgrades. Fully insured. 40 years knowledge and experience.

HAIRDRESSING - MOBILE

Kelly’s Hairdressing Services

m: 07951 202655

c: Kelly

Qualified mobile hairdresser. I am experienced in cutting and colouring and have had advanced training in L’Oreal colour

Professional and affordable service in the comfort of your own home. I am polite, friendly and reliable.

HALLS FOR HIRE

Hadlow Village Hall

a: Williams Field, Marshall Gardens, Hadlow, Kent TN11 0HQ

m: 07399 938059

c: John Clark

e: info@hadlowvillagehall.org

f/b: @hadlowvillagehall

www.hadlowvillagehall.org

Large main hall with stage. Great for children’s parties, keep fit, sports and wedding receptions. Kitchen and bar area. Small meeting room. Large free car park.

HANDYMAN

Dave’s Property Maintenance

m: 07873 526169

e: davidnwood66@btinternet.com

City & Guilds Qualified Plumber. Taps/ Radiators/Sinks/Toilets replaced/ fitted. Internal Painting (No Wallpapering) Laminate flooring, Wall/ Floor tiling. Small Plastering jobs. No high ladder work. Fully insured & no callout/quote fee. Fix or repair. All the little jobs welcomed. I will only take on what I can do or recommend someone I know. Reasonable rates.

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS

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

HANDYMAN

DME Property Services

m: 07469 202653

e: dmepropertyservice@gmail.com

inst: DME Property

We offer a range of both internal and external property maintenance. Wall and floor tiling.

Internal and external painting. Wallpaper hanging and stripping. Skirting and coving.

Patios and paving.

Jet washing & other external cleaning. We are a small, friendly, reliable business offering competitive rates.

HANDYMAN

HOUSE SIGNS

The Bespoke Sign House

www.thebespokesignhouse.com

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

HANDYMAN

KENTS HANDYMAN

c: Bruce Martin

m: 07584 056821

e: bruce@kentshandyman.co.uk

Bathrooms | Kitchens | Fencing

Carpentry | Renovations | Tiling

Doors & Windows | Paving

Painting | Locks & Screens

Repairs | Carpet deep cleaning

Maintenance & More

Only taking ‘safe’ jobs at present

DBS CHECKED | INSURED | GUARANTEED

HEALTHCARE/HEARING

Hearing Matters Ltd

a: 26 Kings Hill Avenue, ME19 4AE

t: 01732 443655

e: info@hearingmattersltd.co.uk

www.hearingmattersltd.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 28)

HEALTH & FITNESS

Larkfield Leisure Centre

t: 01622 713225

e: leisurecentres@tmactive.co.uk

c: Membership Advisors

www.larkfieldleisure.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 3)

(See Colour Ad On Page 19)

HOUSING

Meadow View Court

a: Wateringbury

t: 07534 973360

www.rapporthousingandcare.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 27)

HYPNOTHERAPY

DH Wellbeing & Hypnotherapy

t: 01622 320240

e: sally@dhwellbeing.co.uk

Hypnotherapy can help most areas of life including anxiety, stress, depression, confidence, overwhelm, worry, panic attacks, low self-esteem, phobias, fears, pain management, sports, exams and work performance. As a qualified hypnotherpist I can help people let go of the things that are preventing them from living the life they want to live - no matter how big or small.

KARATE

Karate Leadership

Tonbridge and Malling

m: 07909 847707

www.karateleadershipuk.ninja

Our children’s martial arts classes in West Malling & Larkfield are about self development, building confidence and most importantly HAVING FUN! We are confident that our highly successful and proven classes will benefit your child. So why not bring them along and see for yourself by booking a no strings attached FREE trial class.

LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY

Interpro Solutions

m: 07710 725410

e: mark.gedye@interprosolutions.co.uk

www.interprosolutions.co.uk/lpa-service

LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY

- What would happen if you could no longer manage decisions about your financial affairs or health and welfare?

We can help you create your LPA documents.

LOCKSMITH

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.

ASR Locksmiths

m: 07958 301926

e: asrlocksmiths@aol.co.uk

www.asrlocksmiths.co.uk

24 Hour.

No call out charge. Free estimates.

Gain entry.

All locks repaired, replaced or upgraded.

UPVC windows and doors repaired.

LOFT LADDERS & HATCHES

LOFT LADDERS

Tel: 01732 840744

Mobile: 07751 256725

FREE ESTIMATES

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.

Celebrating 19 Years!

MOBILE PHONE & TABLET REPAIR

Get It Repaired

a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill

ME19 4YU

t: 01732 525818

www.getitrepaired.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Back Page)

OVEN CLEANERS

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.

PLASTERERS

Charlie Skelly

Swift Plastering

t: 07590 262809

c: Charlie Skelly

All aspects of plastering & coving

Friendly & professional

Internal skimming

High quality finish

Free estimates

City & Guilds fully qualified.

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

PLUMBERS

Aspects Plumbing & Heating

t: 01732 671131

c: Jamie

(See Colour Ad On Page 17)

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)

PRINTERS

Scarbutts Printers

t: 01732 870066

www.scarbutts.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 16)

PLUMBERS

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

ROOFING

Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd

t: 01622 842069

m : 07939 583618

c: Tom Holland office@hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk

www.hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk

Flat Roofing Specialists - Installers of high performance flat roofing systems. Our quotes are free of charge and arranged at a time that’s convenient for you. All work is insuranced backed guaranteed. Members of the Confederation of Roofing Contractors. (CORC)

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.

LOCKSMITH

RUNNING CLUB

Larkfield Athletics Club

e: larkfieldac@gmail.co.uk

www.larkfielac.co.uk

TUESDAYS 7.30pm

- Options of 5K or 10K runs.

WEDNESDAYS

- Track training for strength & speed

THURSDAYS

- Coached swimming

- Running strength & speed (alt. weeks)

Group cycling

Social running and cycling over the weekends.

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.

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)

TAXI SERVICE

CC Travel

m: 07703 803468

c: Colin

e: colincooper39@gmail.com

Gatwick from £70 Heathrow from £100 Local to long distance

Licensed & insured to carry 8 people. FREE onboard Wifi. Reliable, friendly, door to door service based in East Malling.

TREE SURGERY

This space can be yours from just £29+vat per month and go to 19,000 homes and businesses from Wateringbury through Larkfield, Leybourne and over to Holborough and Aylesford. Not just Kings Hill & West Malling.

SHUTTERS

Stylehouse Shutters

t: 01732 752121

m: 07962 356184

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 Ad On Front Page)

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)

UPHOLSTERY

Interior Decor

a: Decor House, Walnut Tree Farm

Ryarsh, West Malling, Kent ME19 5LJ

t: 01732 871042

e: interiordecor@hotmail.co.uk

Furniture Recovered; Cushion refilling service. Handmade curtains, blinds of all types supplied and fitted.

Est: over 30 years

Highly recommended City and Guilds qualified.

WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

Humphrey & Scace

t: 01732 252540

e: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk

www.humphreyandscace.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 15)

Isla Law Ltd

a: Springfield House, Maidstone, Kent ME14 2LP

t: 01622 934887

m: 07825 575826

c: Ruth Pannell MA (Cantab) TEP

e: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk

www.islalaw.co.uk

Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney & Probate.

Family business based in Maidstone. Over 10 years' experience.

Fully regulated and insured.

Fair, fixed fees agreed in advance.

WINDOWS

Acorn Glassline

a: Parkwood Ind. Estate, ME15 9YR

t: 01622 752288

e: info@acornglassline.co.uk

www.acornglassline.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 18)

House Signs & Door Numbers

All our signs are handmade to order in our Kent workshop. Ideal for houses, horse stables, sheds, holiday homes and more!

start from just £25.99 at: www.thebespokesignhouse.com

Distribution board upgrades

Lighting, Garden lighting

Remote garden lighting

Call/Door Entry Systems

CCTV, Electric Gate manufacture

Gate Automation

Intercom Entry Systems

Intruder Alarms, Access Control

Security lights

Pay via Card, Bacs or lease. 0800 083 2483 OR 07813 925125 sales@cpskent.com www.cpskent.co.uk

HOMEFRESH

CARPETS (Average) Normal Rate Special Rate

Single Room (12’x12’) £ 72 £ 36

Through Room (12x18’) £ 86 £ 43 Hall, Stairs & Landing £ 86 £ 43

UPHOLSTERY

3 Piece Suite £ 114 £ 57 Leather 3 Piece Suite £ 176 £ 88 CURTAINS

Marshalls Landscape Contractors

Turfing, Fencing, Driveways, Block Paving, Patios, Decking and Rotivating.

No Hidden Extras All prices inclusive of VAT.

FREE PHONE 0800 6942024

THROUGHOUT THE SOUTH EAST Office Hours: 9am-7pm (Sat 10am-1pm)

Full landscaping service. Fully insured. City & Guilds. All work undertaken currently comes with a 3 year guarantee.

50% DISCOUNT

Specialist Fabric Treatment Stainshield - Deodorising Treatment Anti-Allergy Treatment - Conditioner

Contact: Tom Mobile: 07768 911241 or 01732 807997 Unit 1, Hernewell Farm, London Road West Malling, ME19 5DD

www.marshallslandscapes.com

www.facebook.com/MarshallsKent/

• All aspects of plumbing works (leaks, tap replacements)

• Bathroom Installations

• Boiler Installations

• Boiler Breakdowns

• Boiler Services

• Gas Safety Checks

Freephone 0800 6894651

contact@kandbplumbing.co.uk

kandbplumbing.co.uk

K-B-Plumbing-and-Heating-Ltd

• Drain Jetting (Blocked Drains)

• Drainge CCTV surveys

• Gutter Repairs

• Chlorination and water hygiene works.

• Mastic Works

• Tiling

M C Construction

t: 01732 642611 m: 07841 658821

m-c-construction@hotmail.com

All aspects of building work and property renovations. Bathrooms, kitchens, full house refurbs to extensions and new builds. Call for a free quote. Fully insured and reliable. Check out our Instagram page mc__construction

Rathbone

Decorating Services

t: 01622 721491 m: 07753 487796

Painting and decorating. Interior and exterior.

Special rates for pensioners. Wallpapering and coving. Free estimates. Friendly personal services.

Useful Numbers

• Alzheimer’s Society 01892 835498

• Multiple Sclerosis Society - SE Kent Branch 08453 970543

COUNCIL

• Tonbridge & Malling BC, Gibson Building, Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 844522

DOCTORS

• Aylesford Medical Centre, 01622 885880

• Kings Hill & Leybourne 01732 870212

• Chaucer Way, Larkfield 01732 841213

• 14 Pelican Court, Wateringbury 01622 814466

• Snodland Medical Centre 01634 240296

HOSPITAL

• Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone 01622 729000

LIBRARY

• 22-24 High Street, West Malling 03000 413131 (Saturday 9am-1pm, Closed on Mondays. Tuesdays to Fridays 9am-6pm)

• Library Service (Mobile) Call for fortnightly stops. http://www.kent.gov.uk/leisure_and_ culture/libraries/services_for_everyone/ mobile_libraries.aspx

• Snodland Library, 15-17 High Street, Snodland, ME6 5DA (Saturday 9am-1pm, Closed on Mondays. Tuesdays to Fridays 9am-6pm)

LOCAL HALLS

• Aylesford Village Community Centre, 01622 717473

• Aylesford Village Club 01622 716056

• Addington Village Hall addingtonvillagehall@gmail.com

• Church Farm Hall 01732 844546

• East Malling Village Hall 01732 844546

• East Malling Institute, Mill Street Contact: Roger Roud 01732 840828

• Kings Hill Community Centre (KHCC) Contact: Hannah Usher 01732 220919 bookings@kingshillparish.gov.uk

• Larkfield Village Hall 01732 844546

• Leybourne Village Hall 01732 873722

• Mereworth Village Hall Contact: Rebecca Simmons on 01732875963 and e-mail Mereworth.bookings@hotmail.com

• Offham Village Hall Contact: bookingsoffhamvillagehall@gmail.com

• Ryarsh Church Hall (Anita Parkins) 01732 842232

• Ryarsh Village Hall Contact: Booking Secretary Ba Storey Mobile 07891 307833, and e mail ryarshbookings@gmail.com

• The Brassy Centre Contact: 01622 719366 admin@aylesford-church.org.uk

• The Granary, Larkfield 01732 844546

• Trottiscliffe Village Hall Contact: Jacqui Peachy – 01732 823630

• Snodland Community Centre Contact: Bookings Sectretary info@snodlandcommunitycentre.org 07714 998127

• Wateringbury Village Hall 075 3532 0552

• West Malling Village Hall (WMVH) Contact: Shirley Jacobs 07947 924713

PHARMACIES

• Boots, 85-87 High Street, West Malling 01732 843389

• Delmergate Oaks Pharmacy, Royal British Legion Village, Aylesford 01622 882386

• Kings Hill Pharmacy, 6 Liberty Square 01732 845612

• Paydens Ltd, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 843203

POLICE

• Police Community Support Officer Kings Hill, Ditton, Offham, Addington, Trottisliffe. Amy.sears@kent.police.uk 07866 229672

• Kent Police 101

• TMBC Community Warden Supervisor Martin Smith 07969 584173

• Maidstone Police Control Centre 101

Neighbourhood Police Officers.

Community Warden - Ditton Susan Absolon 07813 712081

RSPCA

• RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 1230751

SAMARITANS

• FREEPHONE 116 123

SCHOOLS

• Brookfield Infants School, Swallow Road, Larkfield 01732 840955

• Brookfield Junior School, Swallow Road, Larkfield 01732 843667

• The Discovery School, Discovery Drive, Kings Hill 01732 847000

• Holmesdale Technology College, Malling Road, Snodland ME6 5HS office@holmesdale.kent.sch.uk 01634 240416

• Leybourne St Peter & Paul Primary School, Rectory Lane North, Leybourne 01732 842008

• Lunsford Primary School, Swallow Road 001732 843352

• Kings Hill Pre School, 70 Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 840180

• Kings Hill School, Crispin Way, Kings Hill, West Malling 01732 842739

• Mereworth County Primary School, 39 The Street, Mereworth 01622 812569

• Mereworth Pre-school, Mereworth Village Hall, Butchers Lane, Mereworth 01732 870456

• More Park RC Primary School, Lucks Hill, West Malling 01732 843047

• Offham Primary School, Church Road, Offham 01732 842355

• Ryarsh Primary School, Birling Road, Ryarsh 01732 870600

• St James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912

• St Katherine’s School, St Katherine’s Lane, Snodland, Kent ME6 5EJ (www.stkatherineskent.co.uk) 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

9.30-11am Platt Stay & Play at Platt Memorial Hall. plattstayandplay@hotmail.com to book.

10-11.15am Adult Elementary BalletAddington Village Hall

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.

2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715

2-4pm Weavering Sequence Dance Club at Weavering VH, ME14 5JP. £2.50pp Call Peter on 01732 842765 or Anne on 01622 202194

(2nd) 2-4pm Mothers’ Union meets at St. Mary’s Church, West Malling. 01732 843964

(1st) 2.30–4.30pm Memory Café, Spadework, Teston Road, Offham, ME19 5NA Tel. 01732 870002

7.30pm Kings Hill Rotary Club. Contact to find out more. khrc09@yahoo.com

(3rd) 8pm Malling Lions meet at The Wealden

TUESDAYS

9.30am – 12.30pm Time to Grow, Commnunity

Gardening at Spadework, Teston Road, Offham, Kent ME19 5NA 01732 870002

10-11am Ballet Workout - Addington Village Hall

2-3.30pm Sycamore Tree Craft Group at Larkfield Methodist Church – come and joincontact Sylvia 01634 245767

7pm Malling Rotary Club. Contact for more info: www.malling-rotary.org.uk

7.30pm Group running from Larkfield Leisure Centre. All welcome. www.larkfieldac.co.uk

WEDNESDAYS

(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

(3rd) 2.30pm – 4.30pm Time Together at Spadework, Teston Road, Offham, Kent. ME19 5NA. Meet new people in the café for a cuppa and a chat Tel. 01732 870002

THURSDAYS

9:30-10:30am Yoga at Addington VH, 3/118/12. Call Machelle on 07540433892 to book

(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

(2nd) 2pm Leybourne Active Retirement Assoc. meet at Leybourne VHl. Roy 01732 846050

(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

8.30 - 10.00pm Hartley Morris Men practice at Wrotham. New members welcome. www. hartleymorrismen.org.uk or call 07983 107934

FRIDAYS

9.30am–12.30pm Time to Grow, Commnunity Gardening at Spadework, Teston Road, Offham, Kent ME19 5NA 01732 870002

(3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield Active Retirement Association meets at Larkfield Village Hall. For membership forms please call Chris Baker, membership secretary on 01732 873705.

8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100.

...ALSO THIS MONTH

SATURDAYS

(2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. For info, contact Karin, mketgroup21@gmail.com 9am – 12 noon Woodwork for Wellbeing, Spadework, Teston Road, Offham, ME19 5NA Tel. 01732 870002

SUNDAYS

10am St Gabriel’s, Kings Hill Church of England Holy Communion/Eucharist at DiscoverySchool, Kings Hill.

Please submit regular or one off events by 15th May to be included in June 2023

info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

Monday 8th May 1-4pm Macey’s Meadow Blossom Day Picnic, Norman Road, West Malling. (See page 27 for details).

Tuesday 9th May 2-4pm Heart of Kent Big Help Out Volunteer Event at the Hospice. (See page 26 for details).

Sunday 14th May 10am-3pm. Open Day, Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom. New Rd, Ditton, ME20 6AE

Friday 19th -29th May Pilgrims Way Art Exhibition at Tythe Barn, Lenham, ME17 2QD. The largest art exhibition in the South East. 40+ artists situated in a 14th Century barn. Craft area open 26-28th May. www.pilgrimswayartists.org.uk

Sunday 21st May 9am-1.30pm Tonbridge Lions 39th Annual Community Group Walk. michael.stout@blueyonder.co.uk

Friday 26th May 8.30pm Out of Bounds Comedy @ The Wheatsheaf, West Malling. Tickets £15 07976 637804.

Sunday 11th June 10am-3pm. Open Day, Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom. New Rd, Ditton, ME20 6AE

Sunday 11th Jun 12noon-4pm Community Fete and Fun Dog Show at Tonbridge Castle. (See page 26 for details)

Saturday 17th June 12-3pm Ryarsh Primary School Summer Fete, Birling Road