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Oltco Kent Plays Its Part In Recycling The Equivalent Of Over 500 Million Plastic Straws In Driveways Across The UK
Oltco Kent, the leading sustainable resin bound driveway company, led by Jaye Cook and Steve Zoghob, has recently played its part in recycling the equivalent of over 500 million plastic straws in driveways up and down the country.
Using its innovative and award winning Recycle Bound solution, Oltco Kent has been committed towards tackling the issue of plastic waste and has played an integral role in Recycle Bound’s success story which is being used not only for domestic projects, but also at some of the UK’s leading hotels and attractions.
Created in 2019 as a unique solution to help tackle the issue of plastic waste, Recycle Bound is made utilising waste plastic (straws, plastic drink bottles and food packaging) from a plastic recycling point, where it is sorted and then crushed into a more manageable size. This is then granulated and mixed with Oltco’s resin blend to create the innovative product. Each square metre of Recycle Bound consists of the equivalent of 3,000 plastic straws. Therefore, if Recycle Bound was laid on a standard 50 square metre drive, the equivalent of 150,000 plastic straws would be recycled in the process.
Although mainly used on driveways, paths and patios for the domestic market, Recycle Bound has also been used on larger commercial projects such as the Eden Project and the location of the G7 Summit, Carbis Bay Hotel. To date, Oltco has recycled the equivalent of 882,000 plastic straws at the Eden Project.
Oltco was inspired to develop the product as it had grown increasingly concerned about the devastating impact plastic waste was having on the planet.
Since it launched, Recycle Bound has seen a resounding success winning accolades including being named runner up for 'Recycled Product of the Year' in the National Recycling Awards.
Oltco Kent’s Steve Zoghob said ‘Recycle Bound has been extremely successful and we are grateful for all the individuals and local businesses that have come on board. We have installed multiple Recycle Bound solutions across Maidstone, Medway, West Malling and Tunbridge Wells and I’m proud that we can offer such an amazing product to our customers'.
Oltco’s Co-Director, Tom Stringer, adds: “We were so passionate about creating a product that would help to combat the global issue of plastic waste and after many years of testing and trying, Recycle Bound came out on top. After launching over two years ago, it’s amazing to say that the product has recycled the equivalent of over half a billion plastic straws.”
Oltco Director Johnny Pearce comments: “We’re so proud that Recycle Bound has hit this major milestone as it’s a testament to how great the product is. We’re thankful for the customers that have come on board and it’s an amazing achievement that Recycle Bound transformations are taking place across the UK.
Please call our team on 01622 278107 or visit oltco.co.uk for more information.
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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 18)
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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
The Aerial Man
m: 07436 564897
m: 07399 064695
(See Colour Ad On Page 19)
Comfort Air Solutions Ltd
m: 07391 725015
e: info@comfortairsolutions.co.uk www.comfortairsolutions.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 20)
(See Colour Ad On Page 28) BATHROOM
ANIMAL SERVICES
Jan Pottle Mobile Microchipping
t: 01732 321680
m: 07595 312828
e: janpottle@msn.com
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.
M C Construction
t: 01732 642611
m: 07841 658821
e: m-c-construction@hotmail.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 22)
BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
Nightingale Bathrooms
t: 01732 652052
www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 24)
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)
SOCKETS
Broadband/Phone Sockets
m: 07845 705900
Why pay service provider prices for internal faults?
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- Cat 5 wiring
- Internal/external re-routing/tidying of cables prior to double glazing. Established 2009 25 years BT Engineer Fully Insured.
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INSTALLATIONS
07903 202727 Specialists in Bathroom Installations Tiling - Plastering Painting & Decorating Entertainment Walls Home Maintenance & Improvements 20 years + experience Public liability insured Free consultation and estimate. kevin.griffin@hotmail.co.uk facebook.com/kghomeservices BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
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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)
BUILDING SERVICES
Optimise Property Solutions
t: 01732 667697
e: info@optimise-build.co.uk www.optimise-build.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 24)
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.
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.
(See Colour Ad On Page 22)
CAR BODY REPAIRS
Autospray Solutions
t: 01622 727263
e: info@autospraysolutions.co.uk www.autospraysolutions.co.uk
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CARE HOME
Invicta Court Care Home t: 01622 534692 www.careuk.com/invicta-court
(See Colour Ad On Page 29)
CARPENTRY
Maddox Carpentry
m: 07884 421650 www.maddoxcarpentry.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 23)
a: Teston Road, Offham, West Malling, ME19 5NA
t: 01732 870002
www.spadework.org.uk
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CHARITY CYCLE CHARITY
Royal British Legion Industries t: 01622 795986
e: fundraising@rbli.co.uk www.rbli.co.uk/cycle-ride
(See Colour Ad On Page 29)
Citizens Advice North & West Kent
a: East Malling Centre, Chapman Way, East Malling t: 0808 278 7810
(See Colour Ad On Page 26)
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Spadework
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07984 412798
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Gleaming Cleaning
m: 07486 860647 or 07769 996921
c: Terri
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
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.
COMPUTER SUPPORT
AA Computer Services
t: 01732 247003
m: 07904 910400
e: info@aa-computerservices.co.uk www.aa-computerservices.co.uk
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!
COMPUTER SUPPORT
Keeping IT Simple
m: 07375 416176
e: dan@kisIT.co.uk www.kisit.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 18)
DECORATORS
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 21)
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.
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
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
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Interior Painting & Decorating t: 07957 485125
c: Paul
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.
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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 25)
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.
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DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
DG Solutions (Kent) Limited
Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling
t: 01732 842691
m: 07870 213098
e: dgsolutions@hotmail.com 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 25)
Bramko Ltd
m: 07899 894838
t: 01732 357660
c: Mark Killick
e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk
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DRIVEWAYS & PATIOS (RESIN BOUND)
Oltco Kent
t: 01622 278107
e: info@oltco.co.uk www.oltco.co.uk
Leading sustainable resin driveways. Low Maintenance. Environmentally Friendly, Porous Surface. Extrememly Durable and Stong. Fast Installations.
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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 or 01622 528190
e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com
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ELECTRICIANS
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
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.
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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.
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 25)
GARAGE DOORS
Roller Garage Solutions
t: 0800 170 1180
e: enquiries@rollergaragesolutions.co.uk www.rollergaragesolutions.co.uk
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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.
GARDEN LANDSCAPERS
Leafmark Garden Design
m: 07958 168196
c: Phil Paton
e: info@leafmarkgardendesign.co.uk
fb: @leafmarkgardendesign
www.leafmarkgardendesign.co.uk
Garden design and landscaping, patios and planting.
From initial design to finished build, we create gardens for outdoor entertaining, leisure or play. Patios, walls, pergolas, tree planting, hedge planting, plant borders.
GARDEN LANDSCAPERS
Marshalls Landscape Contractors
t: 01732 807997
m: 07768 911241
c: Tom
www.marshallslandscapes.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 23)
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
MHL Garden Care
t: 01732 822467
m: 07796 416607
e: mhlgardencare@yahoo.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 23)
GARDEN SERVICES
Premier Trees & Gardens Treecare & Landscaping
Pruning - Lopping - Felling - Topping Pollarding - Stumps Removed Hedges & Shrubs Trimmed, Lowered, Tidied, Removed etc.,
garden work undertaken, including garden maintenance.
0800 023 5690 0774 825 4715
www.premiertreesandgardens.co.uk
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
K&B Plumbing & Heating Ltd
t: freephone 0800 6894651
e: contact@kandbplumbing.co.uk www.kandbplumbing.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 22)
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.
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GAS & HEATING SERVICES
Thermal Efficient Ltd
m: 07395 949252
c: Max
www.thermalefficientltd.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 26)
CUT OFF DATE
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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.
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 20
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
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 27)
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Malling Primary Care Network
FREE Health & Wellbeing Check Simply walk in, no appointment necessary. (See Colour Ad On Page 28)
INTERIOR DESIGN
Kate Hudson - Interior Designer
t: 01622 816818
m: 07812 112989
e: hudsoncbs@hotmail.co.uk www.facebook.com/KateHudsonID
KITCHEN INSTALLATIONS
M C Construction
t: 01732 642611
m: 07841 658821
e: m-c-construction@hotmail.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 22)
KITCHEN INSTALLATIONS
Maddox Carpentry
m: 07884 421650
www.maddoxcarpentry.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 23)
LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION
the local Oracle t: 01732 795777/521494
e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk
From production to distribution. We can help you reach new customers for your business.
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(See Colour Ad On Page 16 & 22)
LEISURE CENTRE
Larkfield Leisure Centre
a: New Hythe Lane, Larkfield, Aylesford, Kent ME20 6RH t: 01622 713225
Get fit and feel great this summer. 3 month gym membership for £130! Gym Swim Spa Group Ex
(See Colour Ad On Page 3)
LOCKSMITH
A.Maidstone Locksmiths
a: 27 Dixon Close, Maidstone ME15 6SS
t: 01622 410057
m: 07837 751611
Home-Styling Consultant; Providing assistance with scheme & colour planning, room layout and product sourcing. My services are tailored to your individual needs & budget, as your personal Interior Design Assistant. Free Initial Consultation.
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.
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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.
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)
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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
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 19)
PLUMBERS 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
K&B Plumbing & Heating Ltd
t: freephone 0800 6894651
e: contact@kandbplumbing.co.uk
www.kandbplumbing.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 22)
PLUMBERS
Gas & plumbing breakdowns
Boiler/cylinder services & installations
Gas safety checks | Power flushing
Underfloor & central heating
Please see our website for all services. www.phoenixphsolutions.co.uk office@phoenixphsolutions.co.uk 01622 585169
or
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(See Colour Ad On Page 16)
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ROOFING
Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd
t: 01622 842069
m : 07939 583618
c: Tom Holland
office@hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk www.hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk
Flat Roofing Specialists - Installers of high performance flat roofing systems. Our quotes are free of charge and arranged at a time that’s convenient for you. All work is insuranced backed guaranteed. Members of the Confederation of Roofing Contractors. (CORC)
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.
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
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 15)
SOLICITORS
Laker Legal Solicitors
t: 01732 757071
e: info@lakerlegal.co.uk www.lakerlegal.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 18)
TAXI SERVICE
TENNIS CLUB
Trottiscliffe Tennis Club
e: trottiscliffetennis@gmail.com www.trottiscliffetennis.org.uk
LTA Registered Venue
Social sessions and Kent League tennis
Junior coaching programme and holiday camps
Range of courses including Cardio sessions
Free trial membership - all standards welcome
TREE SURGERY
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
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.
(See Colour Ad On Page 23)
WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING
Humphrey & Scace
t: 01732 252540
e: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk www.humphreyandscace.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 17)
WINDOW CLEANER
Broadwalk Window Cleaning
m: 07738 298289
c: Rob
e: info@broadwalkcleaning.co.uk www.broadwalkcleaning.co.uk
Based in East Malling
Window cleaning
Gutter cleaning
Fascia and cladding cleaning
Conservatory cleaning
Solar panel cleaning
Regular & Reliable
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Block paving, patio slabs, decking & resin driveways restored to original condition. Weed, moss & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces and repairs. Established 19 years FREE Estimate and advice. Please call Mark Killick 01732 357660 | 07899 894838 mik1969@hotmail.co.uk Search Bramko Ltd for 5* reviews Wash and resand block pavingfrom£95. Patio slabs from £75. Gutter Cleaning & Repairs from £50 * Free inspectioncamera BRAMKO LTD
Conservatory too Hot in the Summer?
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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
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See our 5* Google reviews or on Checkatrade.
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• Drain Jetting (Blocked Drains)
• Drainge CCTV surveys
• Gutter Repairs
• Chlorination and water hygiene works.
• Mastic Works
• Tiling
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Full landscaping service. Fully insured. City & Guilds. All work undertaken currently comes with a 3 year guarantee.
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/
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t: 01732 642611 m: 07841 658821
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woodwork
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projects 07884 421650 maddoxcarpentry.co.uk
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t: 01622 721491 m: 07753 487796 Painting and decorating. Interior and exterior. Special rates for pensioners. Wallpapering and coving. Free estimates. Friendly personal services. At Roller Garage Solutions, we offer a wide range of Electric Roller Garage Doors to suit your needs and your budget. Available in over 200 colours and finishes, all come with safety devices as standard. Doors also come with a 5 or 7 year warranty and smart options are available. Upgrade your exsisting garage door to an Electric Roller Garage Door with RGS! Please call, email or visit our website and select Book Survey. 0800 170 1180 www.rollergaragesolutions.co.uk enquiries@rollergaragesolutions.co.uk
Services
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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
• The East Malling Centre 01732 864314 office.eastmallingcentre@gmail.com
• 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 Chase Community Centre 01732 617 335
• 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 Guy Young 07957 872664
• Ryarsh Village Hall Contact: Booking Secretary Ba Storey Mobile 07891 307833, and email bookings@ryarshvillagehall.org
• 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 Bookings Sectretary 07714 998127 info@snodlandcommunitycentre.org
• 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 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
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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.
1-3.30pm Ditton Short Mat Indoor Bowls Club at Ditton Community Centre, ME20 6AH. First three sessions free.
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
10-11am Ballet Workout - Addington Village Hall
10-12.30pm Citizens Advice at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way. ME19 6BN (P28)
2-3.30pm Sycamore Tree Craft Group at Larkfield Methodist Church Sylvia 01634 245767
TUESDAYS
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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
7.45-10pm Malling Photographic Society, West Malling Village Hall (Sept-April)
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
8.30-9.30pm DanceFit with Lucy at Leybourne Village Hall. hello@Lrsd.co.uk
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 (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 0DT 01622 692683. Up to 4th July.
(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
...ALSO THIS MONTH
THURSDAYS
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(Last) 8-10pm Malling Art Club, Offham VHVisitors welcome. Jackiehart011@gmail.com
8.30 - 10.00pm Hartley Morris Men practice at Wrotham. Call 07983 107934
FRIDAYS
11am Health Walk from The East Malling Centre
1-3.30pm Ditton Short Mat Indoor Bowls Club at Ditton Community Centre, ME20 6AH. First three sessions free.
(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.
SATURDAYS
(2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. For info, contact Karin, mketgroup21@gmail.com
(2nd) 10am-12.30pm Tonbridge Repair Cafe at St Stephen’’s Church, Tonbridge TN9 2SW
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 & car park, Tonbridge Road ME18 5NU. Local produce, craft and refreshment stalls (4th) 9.30-1.30pm Farmer’s Market West Mallng in the High Street.
Please submit regular or one off events by 15th May to be included in June 2024 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk
Monday 6th May Tonbridge Triathlon, Sprint & Standard Distance, Aquabike, Aquathlon, Sprint & Standard Relay 07976 261030 www.tonbridgetriathlon.com
Sunday 12th May 10am to 3pm Ditton Heritage Centre will be hosting a craft fair at Ditton Community Centre. Open Day, Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom, New Road, Ditton, ME20 6AE
Saturday 8th June 10am to 4pm Summer Fair and Big Spadework Tea Party. Entertainment & stalls. Everyone welcome!
Saturday 8th June From 10am KHPC Commemorate D-Day 80th Anniversary at KHCC, Gibson Drive. Military Vehicle Exhibition, 1940’s live music, food and drinks.
Sunday 9th June 10am to 3pm Ditton Heritage Centre will be hosting a craft fair at Ditton Community Centre. Open Day, Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom, New Road, Ditton, ME20 6AE
Monday 10th June 10.30am-12.30pm or 1.30pm-3.30pm Spadework Tea & Tour. Booking essential. 01732 870002.
Tuesday 11th June 10.30am-12.30pm-1.30pm to 3.30pm Spadework Tea & Tour. Booking essential. 01732 870002.
Thursday 13th June 10.30am-12.30pm or 1.30pm-3.30pm Spadework Tea & Tour. Booking essential. 01732 870002.
Friday 21st to 30th June Celebrating Life Festival at All Saints in Maidstone. Street food, steel band, flower festival, singers, prayers and much more. All are welcome.
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