November West Malling local Oracle

ISSUE 189

DISTRIBUTION 16,500 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MALLING

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News the local

Dear Readers We have some lovely new advertisers this month along with information about Remembrance Sunday and a number of great local events for the Christmas Light switch on. Luckily the dates don’t clash so you could do all of them if you wish!

Suite 23, 10 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales t: 01732 525805 Anna Artwork/Sales t: 01732 525806 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off dates for advertising in the December editions are: • Maidstone 20th November • Malling 15th November • Tonbridge 20th November

Christmas is a time for giving so please don’t forget to support the local charities who make a difference to our community at this time.

All of our advertisers have a category box at the back of the publication for quick reference and they can also be found on our website. There is limited space in the printed advert but some advertisers have added additional information on their webpage including before and after images to show their services, testimonials or a full list of services.

All editions can be found on the website each month if you lose your copy or wish to share with someone else www.thelocaloracle.co.uk. We will be also be sharing information on our social media pages which can easily be found.... facebook.com/thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/ thelocaloracle.

We look forward to hearing your feedback.

thelocaloracle thelocaloracle

Anna & Jane

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Contents the local News P2 CONTACT DETAILS P2 KINGS HILL MAP P6

Time For You Domestic Cleaning P18 TNP Plumbing & Heating P18 Windowfix Direct P5

BUSINESS SERVICES Berry & Lambert P7

Autospray Solutions P19 Aylesford Storage P19

Diligent Law P8

Carer P19

Get It Repaired P48 Glengracie Accounting Solutions P7 Laker Legal Solutions P7

CC Travel P20 Christopher Marshall P20 Driftwood Dogs P20

Scarbutts Printers P9

Frank’s Restaurant & Mussel Bar P21

Tax Assist Accountants P9

Gemini Beauty P22

HOME & GARDEN

Graham & Partners Wealth Management Ltd P22

Aerial Man P10

Humphrey & Scace P24

APS Plumbing P10

Jon Steel Life Coaching P20

ASD Electrical Services P10

Kings Hill Dry Cleaners P23

Bathe In Safety P11

Kings Hill Garage & Car Sales P23

Blaize Services Ltd P10

Kings Hill Remembrance Day P23

BNI P11

Laurien Complete Care P25

Bone Dry P11

Lucas Hair P25

Bramko P12

Moat at Peters Village P3

Cinderella Dustbusters P12

Neuro Precision P25

Classic Blinds P12

On The Fringe P26

Complete Garden Services P13

Parkfoot P26

CPS P12

Stevensons P26

Fitted Doors P13

Swan Opticians P27

FJM Plumbing P13 Garolla Roller Shutter Doors P14 Homefresh P14 Howard Caine Conservatories P15 Marshalls Landscape Contractors P16

To advertise your business in the local Oracle please call 01732 525805/6

Mr A Landscapes P16 Nightingale Bathrooms P17 NMCO Electrical P16 Paul Anthony Carpentry P17 Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd P17

CHRISTMAS EVENTS P28 WHAT CAN THE LOCAL ORACLE DO FOR YOU? P29 CATEGORY INDEX P30 CATEGORY ADVERTS P31-45 USEFUL NUMBERS P46 EVENTS P47

SOS Window Works P18 Stylehouse Shutters P1 Tate Fencing P18

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BUSINESS SERVICES

We are a firm of Chartered Accountants supporting local businesses.

We work really closely with our clients to understand their business to be able to help them achieve their goals.

01622 589228 hannah@glengracie.co.uk www.glengracie.co.uk

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Brochures • Magazines Stationery • Leaflets Litho & Digital Printing 01732 870066 print@scarbutts.com www.scarbutts.com

St Michaels Close, Forstal Road, Aylesford, Maidstone, Kent ME20 7BU

Leaflet Print & Distribution 5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£295+vat

10,000 A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£550+vat

Give us a call or drop us an email.

01732 525805/6

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HOME & GARDEN

‘THE AERIAL MAN’

Family business - established 30 years

DIGITAL TV AERIAL SERVICES

YOUR LOCAL TV/RADIO AERIAL SPECIALIST SPECIAL RATES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS NO CALL OUT CHARGE, XTRA POINTS FULLY INSURED Enjoy your free digital channels CCTV Installation

Tel: 01732 883542 or: 01622 871614 Kings Hill

A. P. S. PLUMBING PLUMBING

All plumbing jobs: Taps, Showers, Rads, Toilets, Sinks, Leaks, Loft Tanks, Burst Pipes, Cylinders, Saniflo.

GAS

New boilers, Servicing/Repair, Cooker, Installations, Gas Fires, Landlord Certificates.

BLOCKED DRAINS

Drain Jetting, Blocked Drains, Sinks, Baths, Showers, Saniflos, Descaling.

CALL 01732 252127

01622 430290 or 07581 154499

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HOME & GARDEN

ENTERPRISE K Sports Cobdown Station Rd, Ditton Aylesford ME20

Garage Estate/Letting Agent Carpet/Flooring Company Cleaner Gardener/Landscaper Sign Writer Florist Computer Support Call Anna on 01732 525806 to book your space!

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HOME & GARDEN

DON’T RISK BLOCKED GUTTERS.... exposing your home to damp & rot The all new Sky Vac Cleaning system prevents costly repairs • Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 3 storeys.

• On board camera for precision cleaning.

• Accesses above restricted areas such as conservatories, extensions, valley/box gutters, garages and small spaces.

• Gutter repairs.

Free camera inspection & estimate.

GUTTER CLEANING FROM £50 NO MESS NO FUSS

BRAMKO LTD

PLEASE CALL Mark Killick 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 mik1969@hotmail.co.uk

Domestic, commercial, Industrial Installations, Maintainance & Service.

Electrical installations House rewires 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.com

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HOME & GARDEN

HOMEFRESH

CARPETS (Average) Normal Rate Special Rate Single Room (12’x12’) £ 62 Through Room (12x18’) £ 76 Hall, Stairs & Landing £ 76

£ 31 £ 38 £ 38

UPHOLSTERY 3 Piece Suite Leather 3 Piece Suite

£ 104 £ 166

£ 52 £ 83

CURTAINS Full length Half length

£ 94 £ 62

£ 47 £ 31

No Hidden Extras All prices inclusive of VAT. FREE PHONE 0800 6942024 THROUGHOUT THE SOUTH EAST Office Hours: 9am-7pm (Sat 10am-1pm)

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From just £83+vat per month you can reach 16,500 homes and businesses from Malling and Kings Hill through the villages and over as far as Halling.

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Specialist Fabric Treatment Stainshield - Deodorising Treatment Anti-Allergy Treatment - Conditioner 14

THIS AD SPACE IS AVAILABLE!

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HOME & GARDEN

Marshalls Landscape Contractors Turfing, Fencing, Driveways, Block Paving, Patios, Decking and Rotivating.

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

Professional Landscape and Garden Designer.

Specialist in Fencing and Gates.

Fully insured – No job too small!

Call Al now for a free quotation!

079738 64422

Find us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram @mralandscapes

NMCO ELECTRICAL Making for a brighter tomorrow

Leaflet Print & Distribution 5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£295+vat

10,000 A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£550+vat

Give us a call or drop us an email.

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Specialist in Inspection & Testing and Fault Finding.

NMCO electrical are a family run business based in West Malling, Kent serving Kent and South East London.

We are a member of Napit.

(National Association of Professional Inspectors and Testers).

All of our work is guaranteed for 5 years.

We hold both Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance.

Services provided: Electrical inspection, testing and certification.

Full and partial rewires.

Installation of new sockets, lights etc.

Electrical surveys.

Fuseboard replacements Landlord safety certificates 24 hour emergency response

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PAUL ANTHONY CARPENTRY

local Oracle discou nt applies

Made to measure sliding wardrobes, cupboards, units & shelving & kitchens.

No job too big or too small.

28 years experience.

Call Paul on 07719 117250 info@paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk www.paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

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HOME & GARDEN

NELSON PLUMBING & HEATING FAMILY RUN BUSINESS TNP

NELSON PLUMBING

£13.50

PLUMBING

Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks.

All plumbing undertaken.

DRAINAGE

Drain cleaning, jetting and repairs.

HEATING

Leaking or blocked radiators, pumps, central heating repairs and boiler breakdowns.

GAS

New boilers installed, oil boilers repaired and serviced.

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HOME & GARDEN

CARER/PA REQUIRED Based in Kings Hill

Working within a team to provide all day to day care for two young severely disabled adults.

Support at activity sessions/hydrotherapy.

PERSONAL & LEISURE

Full time or job share/rota basis.

Overall rota will include some weekend cover and overnight work.

Summer holiday cover also required.

For more information contact: Jane Marshall 07912 878830 jane@themarshallfamily.co.uk

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

Call Colin today 07703 803468

colincooper39@gmail.com

Gatwick from £44 Heathrow from £70 Local to Long Distance Licensed & insured to carry 8 people.

FREE onboard Wifi.

Reliable, friendly, door to door service based in East Malling.

Motorcycle Drawings for the man who has everything!

01474 813434 www.christopher-marshall.co.uk

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We are a dog & pet care specialist based in Aylesford.

Our services include: dog walking, training, home visits and grooming. info@driftwood-dogs.com

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

3 Family run business 3 Established 15 years 3 Local advertisers 3 3 editions 3 Leaflet distribution 3 User friendly website 3 46,500 copies distributed monthly 3 Flexible for all your advertising uirequirements.

Give us a call or drop us an email.

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CBT Therapy Consultaetion Hypnotherapy Insomnia Sleep Clinic Counselling Dementia Support & Therapy Dementia Needs & Care Assessments Depression & Anxiety Fears & Phobias Fre

Term Short fective Ef Fast &

01732 387 384

91High Street West Malling Kent ME19 6NA 01732 848222 www.lucashair.com

LADIES Cut & Finish Cut & Finish - 11 to 16 years Cut & Finish - 10 years & under Wash & Blow Dry Rough Dry Wash & Blow Dry - Extensions Hair Up - Price on consultation Bridal - Price on consultation

Graduate Stylist £25 £15 £10 £15 £10

Senior Stylist £45 £30 £30 £35 From £40 From £50

GENTS Cut & Finish Cut & Finish - 11 to 18 years Cut & Finish - 10 years & under

£25 £18 £12

COLOUR Highlights or Lowlights - Full Head Foils Highlights or Lowlights - Half Head Foils Prelightner with Toner New Blonde (5 minute highlights refresher) Fashion Color Placement - Foils Balayage Colour Balayage Colour with Root Colour Application Full Head Permanent Colour £35 Full Head Semi - Permanent Colour £25 Creative Toner Mens Reshade Colour Colour Remove (Per application) Colour Correction - Price on consultation Bond Pro + (Protects & strenghtens hair during lightening & colour services)

£80 £60 £60 £25 £3 per foil £80 £100 £45 £35 £20 £10 £35 From £60 £15

All Colour Services include a Colour Serum Treatment for the Ultimate Colour Retention!

Consultation & Skin Test required 48 hours before the colour service TREATMENTS Kerasilk KERATIN Hair Treatment (For smoothing hair up to 3 months) Bond Pro + (Revitalize & deeply nourish hair) HAIR EXTENSIONS

£50 per hour £15

£50 per hour Plus the cost of the the hair extentions

PERMANENT CURL Short - Shoulder Length Long

£65 £85

St Tropez Spray Tan

£20 All technical services exclude the Cut & Finish or Wash & Blow Dry All prices include VAT

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

Cut, finish and Moroccan Oil Treatment £40 Wednesday, Thursday and Friday offer only available with Ellis.

(T’s & C’s apply) MOROCCAN OIL XMAS BOXES NOW AVAILABLE Free on site parking www.otfhair.com

leybourne 1 little market row ME19 5QL 01732 840439

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CHRISTMAS EVENTS

Christmas in Snodland Saturday 30th November 2019 Outdoor Christmas Market 12noon - 5pm High Street Car Park Carol Singing (High Street) 4pm Switching on Christmas lights 4pm with Father Christmas & Mayor

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Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone

Maidstone EDITION

What can we do for you?

15k

We now have 3 editions with a distribution totalling 46,500 homes and businesses.

Every 1/4, 1/2 and full page colour advert comes with: A-Z category advert and a page on our website.

Malling EDITION

We can print, supply leaflets and distribute 1,000 to 46,500 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target .

16.5k

Addington | Birling | East Malling Halling | Holborough | Kings Hill Larkfield | Leybourne Leybourne Lakes | Mereworth Offham | Ryarsh | Snodland Trottiscliffe | Wateringbury West Malling

Each monthly edition can be found on our website where you can flick through the pages online.

Tonbridge EDITION

You can have a page on our website for just ÂŁ10 per month which includes photos, a video, text and links to your website and social media.

15k

East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Matfield Paddock Wood Tonbridge

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

Anna & Jane

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

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

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Category Accountants*

Driveway/Patio Cleaning

Recruitment*

Aerials

Dry Cleaners

Removals & Storage

Air Ambulance

Education - Tuition

Restaurants

Architectural Design

Electricians

Roofing

Artist

Events*

Save Money

Baby & Parent Dance

Fencing*

Scrap Metal Clearance

Bathroom Installations

Financial Advisors

Self Storage

Beauty & Complementary

Garage Doors

Shutters

Blinds

Garden Landscapers*

Skincare

Broadband & Phone Sockets

Garden Services

Building Refurbishment

Gas & Heating Services

Building Services*

Gutter Cleaning & Repairs*

Business Insurance

Hair Salon

Business Networking Business Opportunity Car Body Repairs Car Sales Car Service & Repairs Carer

Hairstylist - mobile Handyman Hearing Aids Housing/Shared Ownership* Ironing Services Kitchens

Skip Hire Solicitors Tankering Taxi Service Tree Surgery Upholstery Will Writing & Estate Planning Windows Window Cleaning * New Advertisers

Leaflet Distribution

Carpentry Carpet Cleaning Cats Protection Charity Clubs Chiropodist* Cleaning*

Life Coach Locksmith Loft Ladders & Hatches

Cut off dates:

Logs & Firewood

Maidstone: 20th November (Delivery - 2nd week of month)

Mental Health

Computer Support

Mobile Phone & Tablet Repairs

Conservatories

Opticians

Convenience Store/Butchers*

Oven Cleaners

Decorators

Pest Control

Distributors

Plasterers

Dog & Pet Care

Plumbers

Dog Grooming - mobile

Printers

Double Glazing Repairs

Radiator Covers

Malling: 15th November (Delivery - 1st week of month) Tonbridge: 20th November (Delivery - 2nd week of month) for the December edition.

ALL ADVERTS ARE PLACED IN GOOD FAITH AND THE LOCAL ORACLE TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY ISSUES ARISING FROM THE USE OF SUPPLIERS WHO HAVE ADVERTISED.

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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

TaxAssist Accountants

Creative Architectural Design Ltd

a: 714 London Road, Larkfield ME20 6BL t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk Free initial discussion.

Full range of services for small businesses. Fixed fees. Friendly local service at our Larkfield Shop.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9)

t: 01732 824354 c: Graham Jones Improve your home creatively and cost effectively.

Full design services.

Porches & Conservatories.

Extensions & internal alterations.

Individual dwellings.

Planning & building regulations.

Applications submitted on your behalf. Listed building applications.

Free initial consultation.

ACCOUNTANTS

ARTIST

The Accountancy Practice

Christopher Marshall

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

a: Luddesdowne, Nr Meopham t: 01474 813434 e: info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints.

(See Colour Ad On Page 20)

ACCOUNTANTS

AERIALS

BABY & PARENT/GUARDIAN DANCE

Clover Accounting Services

The Aerial Man

Sling Swing

a: Suite 20, 50 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, ME19 4YU t: 01732 523485 m: 07967 118639 c: Heidi Dennis e: heidi@cloveraccounting.co.uk Self assessment, Bookkeeping, VAT, Payroll, CIS, Business start ups Tax returns

t: 01732 883542 01622 871614 Satellite TV in all rooms.

New digital aerials.

Free to view channels.

No subscription fees. ITV2, C5 etc.

Insurance. CCTV Installation.

(Storm damage jobs undertaken) Special rates for senior citizens.

No call out charge.

All work and equipment guaranteed.

(See Colour Ad On Page 10)

m: 07730 184807 c: Chenaie Roberts e: chenaieroberts@slingswing.co.uk fb: slingswingmaidstone www.slingswing.co.uk/maidstone Sling Swing is an exciting gentle movement and dance class for parents and guardians with their little babies and toddlers.

Including Beanie Boppers and dancing with bump classes.

ACCOUNTANTS

AIR AMBULANCE

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

Glengracie Accounting Solutions Limited

Air Ambulance

Basically Bathrooms

a: Innovation Centre Medway t: 01622 589228 m: 07894 091879 c: Hannah Yates e: hannah@glengracie.co.uk www.glengracie.co.uk

We are a firm of Chartered Accountants supporting local businesses.

(See Colour Ad On Page 7)

a: Rochester City Airport, Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent ME5 9SD t: 01634 471900 e: hello@aakss.org.uk www.aakss.org.uk Kent Surrey Sussex Book a free talk about our life-saving work.

Get in touch now to book.

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t: 01732 321008 m: 07967 741445 e: tony.mckimm@yahoo.com Complete bathroom installations: 20 years’ experience.

Free estimates.

Public Liability Insured

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BEAUTY & COMPLEMENTARY

BUILDING REFURBISHMENT

Bathe In Safety

Gemini Beauty

Pete Sloman Y DIY

t: 01622 962108 www.batheinsafety.co.uk Easy Access Bathrooms.

Safe, sound and stylish.

Walk-in showers.

Walk-in baths.

Wetrooms.

Zero VAT on Mobility bathrooms.

(See Colour Ad On Page 11)

a: Larkfield t: 01732 842279 m: 07749 589414 e: angela@gemini-beauty.co.uk www.gemini-beauty.co.uk Award winning Gemini-Beauty offers a broad range of beauty & complementary therapy, electrolysis & advanced cosmetic procedures in safe and skilled hands by therapist with over 30 years continuous experience.

(See Colour Ad On Page 22)

t: 01732 842258 m: 07748 102320

All general building work including: Painting and Decorating.

Joinery/Pointing/Tiling Local references available.

Free estimates.

Advice on affordable solutions.

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BLINDS

BUILDING SERVICES

Bathroom Solutions

Classic Blinds

AAPM Construction

t: 01732 871254 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.

t: 01622 730572 www.ClassicBlindsAshford.co.uk Fast friendly service.

Free quotes.

Different styles available: Roller, Verticals, Wooden, Venetian, Roman, Ail Venetian.

Fully guaranteed.

(See Colour Ad On Page 12)

m: 07884 436279 f: 01634 247682 c: Paul e: info@aapmconstruction.co.uk www.aapmconstruction.co.uk Roofing and roofing repairs, loft conversions, carpentry, extensions, exterior timberwork. ie. fencing, decking etc. All types of wooden flooring supplied and fitted.

Free estimates.

As seen on ITV’s 60 minute makeover!

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BLINDS

BUILDING SERVICES

Nightingale Bathrooms

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd

Any Aspect Builders Ltd

BROADBAND/PHONE SOCKETS

BUILDING SERVICES

t: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk Easy access showers, baths and wet rooms.

Raised height toilets.

Slip resistant safety flooring.

Discounts for SSAFA, British Legion, Ex service personnel & Over 60s.

(See Colour Ad On Page 17)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

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a: Unit 2 Albans Farm Romford Road Pembury Kent TN2 4BB t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 c: Stuart Munday e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com We manufacture, supply and install all types of internal and external blinds and awnings along with solar control and security window films.

(See Colour Ad On Page 17)

t: 01622 729536 m: 07407 764555 c: Kieron e: info@anyaspectbuilders.co.uk www.anyaspectuilders.co.uk Extensions, Loft conversions, Kitchens, Refurbishments, Bathrooms, Driveways Patios.

Over 20 Years experience.

Fully insured, Chas approved Free Quotes Reference’s Available.

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.

An established and award-winning family company offering top quality and highly cost-effective extension projects and general building works.

No obligation, detailed fixed-price costings Contact: 07981 340893 www.artbuild.co.uk

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BUSINESS NETWORKING

Hudson Carpentry & Building Services

t: 01622 816818 m: 07838 156170 c: Neil Hudson e: hudsoncbs@hotmail.co.uk www.facebook.com/hudsoncbs All aspects of Carpentry and Building including Extensions, Conversions, Kitchens, Bathrooms & more!

Full Project Management Service.

Over 25 years experience. Insured, local and reliable. See our Facebook page for customer feedback.

ENTERPRISE

(Formerly Kings Hill) K Sports Cobdown, Station Rd, Ditton, Aylesford ME20 6AU We meet every Thursday morning.

Call Anna to book your place!

01732 525806 (See Colour Ad On Page 11)

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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.

BUILDING SERVICES

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CAR SERVICE & REPAIR

Paul Tann Ltd

Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Network Marketing Business

Kings Hill Garage Limited

t: 01732 842863 m: 07956 313287 / 07834 810453 c: Paul e: paultannltd@btinternet.com www.paultann.co.uk Specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving.

Fully insured.

All work guaranteed.

Established over 20 years.

t: 07885 167166 c: Carole Wright e: carole.uwclub@gmail.com www.utilitywarehouse.org.uk/N34752 - Free Training - Hours to suit you - More spare time - Extra income - Recession proof - Your own business.

BUILDING SERVICES

a: North Lodge, 584 Malling Road, West Malling, Kent, ME19 4PU. t: 01732 849322 Servicing for all makes & models MOT’s – while u wait Tyres & Exhausts Engine diagnostics (See Colour Ad On Page 23)

CAR SERVICE & REPAIR

R Blackman General Maintenance t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman1@btinternet.com

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

Interior and exterior painting.

Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

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Autospray Solutions m: 07753 335044 c: Richard Hills e: richard.hills@westfieldinsurance.co.uk www.westfieldinsurance.co.uk Independent Commercial Insurance Broker I am an appointed representative based near West Malling, so for all your Business Insurance requirements please contact myself today.

a: Unit 18, Lake Road, Quarry Wood Industrial Estate, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7TQ m: 07773 340049 t: 01622 727263 c: Ben Award winning Kent based service and tradesmen for all your bodywork repair needs. Carried out at your convenience at home, work or our brand new unit in Aylesford.

(See Colour Ad On Page 19)

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CARER/PA REQUIRED Based in Kings Hill Working within a team to provide all day to day care for two young severely disabled adults.

For more information contact:

Jane Marshall 07912 878830 jane@themarshallfamily.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

CARPENTRY

Chatfield Carpentry

t: 01732 871449 m: 07985 273773 c: Steve Wheeler e: mail@chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk www.chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk Kitchens/wardrobes designed & fitted Internal/External doors supplied and fitted. Skirting/Architraves/Solid wood & Laminate floors.

Quality workmanship at competitive prices. Over 17 years experience City and Guilds qualified.

CARPENTRY

& Construction

t: 01732 885123

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For all your carpentry requirements.

Kitchen fitting. Doors

Fitted wardrobes.

Loft conversions.

Home improvements and more.

CARPENTRY

Paul Anthony Carpentry

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Carpentry and joinery.

Kitchen installations.

Radiator Covers.

Made to measure sliding wardrobes.

Cupboards, units and shelving.

No job too big or too small.

25 years experience.

Call for free, no obligation quote.

Discount to local Oracle readers.

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CATS PROTECTION

Red Carpentry

Cats Protection

t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon Exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted.

All types of windows.

Solid & laminate flooring.

Kitchens fitted.

All types of carpentry work undertaken.

Over 30 years experience.

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a: Maidstone Homing Information Centre, Newnham Court Shopping Centre, 1 Bearsted Road, ME14 5LH t: 0345 371 2758 e: coordinator@midkent.cats.org.uk fb: www.facebook.com/CPMidKent www.cats.org.uk/maidstone Our Centre consists of separate areas for admissions, isolation, rehoming and maternity. We have a veterinary room where a vet health checks, vaccinates and microchips every cat.

CHARITY CLUB

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

Lions Club of Malling District Monthly meetings on the third Monday of each month at 8pm The Wealden Hall, 773 London Road, Larkfield ME20 6DE. To come and see what ‘Mauling’ Lions do visit www.mallinglions.club or Telephone Richard ( the lionheart ) 01732 670556 CHARITY CLUB

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t: 01322 83 86 86 m: 07547 345387 c: Rob Price e: r.price.bone-dry@outlook.com www.dry-carpet-cleaning.co.uk Organic carpet and upholstery cleaning in Kent and South East London.

khrc09@yahoo.com www.rotary1120.org/kings_hill/ Every Monday evening 7.30 for 7.45pm Upstairs at the Spitfire, Kings Hill.

(See Colour Ad On Page 11)

CHARITY CLUB

CARPET CLEANING

Homefresh

Rotary Club of Malling Humanity in Motion

t: Freephone: 0800 6942024 Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer.

50% discount.

Specialist Fabric Treatment.

Stainshield, Deodorising Treatment, Anti-Allergy Treatment, Conditioner.

(See Colour Ad On Page 14)

Rotary Club - Kings Hill

We meet every Tuesday (except when there is a bank holiday in the week) at 6.30 pm for 7.00pm at SPADEWORK nursery, Offham.

See website for info. http://www.rcmalling.org.uk

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West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody

14-16 Swan St, West Malling ME19 6LP 01732 848460 / 07882638990 Marie Thomas BSc(Hons), MCPod, HCPC reg Corn and callus removal Verrucae Ingrown toenails Biomechanics / Orthotics Diabetic / High Risk care Children Welcome Limited Home Visits available

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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

Castle Private Staff Cleaning & Housekeeping

We are insured and hold full DBS checks.

Prices start from £14.50 per hour.

Please call us on 07914 240598 or email castleprivatestaff@outlook.com www.castleprivatestaff.co.uk

Time For You

t: 0800 458 1127 m: 07863 347587 e: north-kent@timeforyou.co.uk www.timeforyou.co.uk Honest, dependable and affordable police checked cleaner to your home.

Typically £13.50 per hour incl.

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.

This space can be yours from just £27+vat per month and go to 16,500 homes and businesses from Wateringbury through Larkfield, Leybourne and over to Snodland & Holborough.

Not just Kings Hill & West Malling.

COMPUTER SUPPORT

CONSERVATORIES

AA Computer Services

Howard Caine Conservatories

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!

New Conservatories, Refurbishment, Windows/Doors Check us out at Checkatrade.com Fully registered with FENSA Customer References Available.

(See Colour Ad On Page 15)

t: 01732 247003 m: 07904 910400 e: info@aa-computerservices.co.uk www.aa-computerservices.co.uk

CLEANING

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Cinderella Dust Busters Ltd

ALTONE Computers Ltd

t: 01732 887091 m: 07931 916783 e: cinderelladustbustersuk@googlemail.com www.cinderelladustbusters.co.uk Let us take over your house chores.

Daily, weekly or fortnightly. Insured, fully flexible & fully trained cleaners. *Cleaning, *Ironing, *Internal Windows, *After Party Cleans, *Private Waitressing, *Housekeeping, *Specialist Carpet cleaning, *Care of the Elderly *Requests welcome.

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COMPUTER SUPPORT

CLEANING

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CONVENIENCE STORE/BUTCHERS

t: 01634 328266 m: 07771 707035 c: Alan www.altone.co.uk

Providing excellent & friendly local service for 20 years.

Desktop and Laptop, Maintenance/ Repairs/Upgrades/Wireless/ Virus Removal/Custom Builds etc Fixed Costs, no hourly rates

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TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

DECORATORS

DECORATORS

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

Choice Painting & Decorating

JP’s Decorating

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

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

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)

We are looking for distributors who can deliver in the Tonbridge Snodland and Paddock Wood areas.

t: 01732 875507 m: 07761 601896 c: Dean Woolterton e: choicedec@outlook.com

m: 07956 874044 or 07944 126353 c: Phil e: jpcookies4@yahoo.co.uk

c: Anna/Jane m: 01732 525805/6 e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

Give us a call to find out more.

DECORATORS

DECORATORS

DOG & PET CARE

G J Services

JSL Painting & Decorating

Driftwood Dogs

a: West Malling t: 01732 872125 m: 07764 684495 t: Guy Williams e: gjservices@btinternet.com Painting Decorating General Maintenance Wall papering Free Estimates

a: Aylesford m: 07707 862066 e: info@driftwood-dogs.com www.driftwood-dogs.com

m: 07894 633701 c: Jimmy

Painting and decorating.

Wall paper hanging.

First class references.

Competitive rates.

All areas covered.

We are a dog and pet care specialist based in Aylesford.

Our services include: dog walking, training, home visits and grooming.

(See Colour Ad On Page 20)

DECORATORS

DECORATORS

DOG GROOMING - MOBILE

Impact Decoration

Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists

L&M Dog Grooming

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.

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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.

m: 07511 943045 c: Emily e: landmgrooming@mail.com Inst: landmgrooming With over 10 years experience, and my city and guilds qualifications, I use only natural, UK sourced products, and I come to your door in my salon on wheels! Please call or text me for a quote.

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ELECTRICIANS

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

ASD Electrical Services

Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk Windows, Doors, Conservatories: Repairs, Upgrades, Misted Sealed Units, Broken Handles, Hinges and Locks.

Cat Flaps New Installations, Secondary Glazing FENSA, Insurance-backed Free telephone advice and call out Over 30 years’ experience DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

t: 01634 624555 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com

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No job too small Maintenance and installation Domestic and commercial Repairs and fittings Free quotations No call out fee (See Colour Ad On Page 10) ELECTRICIANS

SOS Window Works

CPS Kent

Double glazing repairs & maintenance, misted units, broken glass, broken hinges and handles, lockouts, emergency entry, door adjustment, child restrictors, patio door rollers, cat flaps, letter boxes and Velux windows.

Electrical installations.

House rewires.

Distribution board upgrades.

Lighting. Garden lighting.

Call/door entry systems.

Gate automation. Intruder Alarms.

(See Colour Ad On Page 12)

a: The Bounds, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7LZ t: 01622 206690 m: 07779 006696 e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk

t: 0800 083 2483 m: 07813 925125 e: sales@cpskent.com www.cpskent.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 18)

DRIVEWAY/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS

EDUCATION - TUITION

ELECTRICIANS

Bramko Ltd

Professional Tuition

DAR Electrical Services

Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk www.bramko.co.uk Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition. Weed moss, & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces. Patios from £45, Block paving from £75.

Free estimate & demonstration.

Gutter Cleaning from £50 (See Colour Ad On Page 12)

m: 07710 133220 c: Mrs A J Watson e: anne.watson@biovuems.co.uk Individual tuition provided by highly experienced teacher. Qualified in teaching children needing extra support also those gifted and talented.

Professional input for 11+ examination and targeted teaching of literacy and numeracy.

t: 01622 870147 m: 07515 159821 Local reliable company happy to take on any job no matter how small: Home Lighting, Sockets & Switches Full or Part Rewire, Security & garden lighting, PAT Testing, Periodic inspections and inspections for Letting Part P Approval.

NAPIT Approved No Call out charge.

Free, friendly and honest advice.

No hidden extras.

DRY CLEANERS

ELECTRICIANS

ELECTRICIANS

Kings Hill Dry Cleaners

Andy Payne Electrical Contractors

Gravesham Electrical Ltd

a: Shop 4, Liberty Square, Kings Hill, West Malling, ME19 4AU t: 01732 522233 info@kingshilldrycleaners.co.uk Under New Management!

New Ironing service.

Free local collections.

Deliveries available.

Corporate contacts welcome.

(See Colour Ad On Page 23)

Call 07830 456928 or 01732 843661 info@andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk www.andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk Domestic and Commercial Electrician Registered with Napit Fully insured and C&G qualified All aspects of electrical work undertaken Landlord safety inspections EICR Please see website for prices and information.

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m: 07828 199986 c: Spencer e: graveshamelectrical@hotmail.com www.graveshamelectrical.co.uk Fully qualified NVQ Level 3 Electrictian.

Up to date with the latest (2018) regulations.

Qualified tester/inspector (C&G2391), Part P certified with NICEIC. Over 15 years experience.

All work guaranteed & insured.

Free quotes. No call out fees.

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GARAGE DOORS

Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation

Garage Door Associates

t: 01732 874487 f: 01732 522359 Mobile: 07787 157618 Contact: Darren Parker www.parkersfencing.co.uk All types of fencing - wooden and metal supplied and erected.

ELECTRIC GATES & ROLLER SHUTTERS Gates, railings, barriers, on site welding; landscaping, block paving, patios, decking, pergolas.

Family run business. Free quotes.

Over 18 yrs experience.

Visit our new website.

a: Showroom and Head Office 18 Holborough Road, Snodland t: 01732 590085 www.garagedoors4you.co.uk Supply and install all makes and styles of garage door.

Repairs and Spares. Automation DIY advice Awnings Recommended by Kent Trading Standards 10% off standard up and over doors ordered by the end of November.

ELECTRICIANS

FENCING

GARAGE DOORS

NMCO Electrical

Tate Fencing

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors

Suppliers of fencing materials.

Visit our Tonbridge depot.

Thermally insulated electric garage doors!

Great for space saving, kerb appeal and easy to use.

Made to measure Limited offer; call us today!

Phone lines open 7 days a week.

m: 07971 552 663 c: Lee Terry e: leeterry4@googlemail.com f/b: @LTSecurity-Electrical-Services

Over 35 qualified years in Sec/Elect work in domestic/commercial premises.

All existing Alarm Systems Serviced or Upgraded. Any small Electrical work undertaken, No Call Out charge.

LED Lighting installed (O/S Lights & D/Lights).

Very quick response with a friendly approach. Experienced working for the elderly. Over 17 yrs working locally.

m: 07821 196382 e: info@nmcoelectrical.co.uk Specialist in Inspection & Testing and Fault Finding.

Full and partial rewires.

Installation of new sockets, lights etc.

Electrical surveys.

Fuseboard replacements.

Landlord safety certificates.

24 hour emergency response.

(See Colour Ad On Page 16) EVENTS

SEE PAGES 28 & 47 FOR LOCAL EVENTS FENCING

t: 01732 853134 e: sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 18)

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Graham & Partners Wealth Management Ltd

A D Landscapes Ltd

t: 0203 3300 950 m: 07977 429252 e: trevor.graham@sjpp.co.uk www.trevorngraham.co.uk Gain a clear perspective on your financial future. We provide a comprehensive wealth management service, offering specialist face to face advice tailored to you. Investment Planning, Retirement Planning, Protection Planning, Inheritance Tax Planning, Intergenerational Planning.

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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

J Dowle

Call 01622 753826 or 01634 420080 www. jdowlefencing.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 14)

FINANCIAL ADVISORS

Checkley Landscapes

t: 01732 351044 m: 07980 821795 c: Eddie Checkley e: ejcheckley@hotmail.com

Fencing & Garden Services Ltd All types of fencing supplied and erected.

Domestic and Commercial Decking, Gates, Garden Buildings Hedge cutting and stump grinding FREE QUOTATIONS

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Patios, driveways, retaining walls in timber or brickwork, steps, decking, all types of fencing, planting designs.

No job too small. Free Quotations.

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GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

GARDEN SERVICES

Coe’s Landscapes

Owenscapes

Garden Maintenance

t: 07944 442442 c: Tim Coe e: timcoe36@icloud.com www.coelandscapes.co.uk Friendly family company Est.1970 Taking on jobs large and small.

Free quotes and will always try to beat other quotes.

We cover all of Kent.

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

Large and small turfing and levelling.

m: 07542 499747 c: Russell Owen russellowen445@gmail.com Experienced and professional soft and hard landscaper.

Garden designs, driveways, patios, fencing and decking.

Block paving, resin and brickwork.

Laying of turf including artificial grass.

Free estimates.

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Durable Landscapes & Building

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

t: 01322 518182 m: 07796 061943 e: info@durablelandscapesandbuilding.co.uk www.durablelandscapesandbuilding.co.uk Driveways Patios and Landscaping Fencing/Walling Roofing/Home Improvements Registered Waste Carrier Trusted Trader Free consultation and advice.

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Marshalls Landscape Contractors t: 01732 807997 m: 07768 911241 c: Tom www.marshallslandscapes.com

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

Full landscaping service.

Fully insured and City & Guilds.

All garden work undertaken.

Lawns, hedges, borders, decking, fencing and patios.

Free estimates.

Regular maintenance or just a tidy.

No job too big or small.

References available.

City & Guilds qualified.

Over 25 years experience.

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

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.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

(See Colour Ad On Page 10) GAS & HEATING SERVICES

F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd

t: 01622 913007 e: info@fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk www.fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk Plumbing, Heating, Servicing Installation, Breakdown, Repairs.

All Gas Appliances.

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

(See Colour Ad On Page 16) GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

t: Freephone: 0800 511 8081 c: Mark

GARDEN SERVICES

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

Mr A Landscapes

m: 07973 864422 c: Alexander Miller e: miller.am.sm@googlemail.com f/b: @mralandscapes

07522 967643 rosiepottle@hotmail.co..uk facebook.com/rosieglowengineering

Call Mr A Landscapes for all your fencing and garden needs.

We offer a free no-obligation quotation.

No job too big or too small.

(See Colour Ad On Page 16)

M: 07958 254090

info@completegardenserviceskent.co.uk (See Ad On Page 13)

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Engineer of Oil, L.P.G. and Natural Gas. There is no job too small for us!

Covering your heating, hot water, cold water, oil, gas and L.P.G. installations, services and repairs in Kent.

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HAIR SALON

Wicks Gas

On The Fringe

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

GAS SAFE REGISTERED: 212643

Local family run business.

Ample free parking outside shop.

Come and visit our newly refurbished salon.

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS

HAIR STYLIST - MOBILE

Kris’s Gutter Cleaning

Kelly’s Hairdressing Services

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

m: 07902 921859 c: Kris Annan e: krisscooby@aol.co.uk

Gutter cleaned and all debris down pipe checked £60 Gutter outside cleaned £10 Soffit cleaned £25 Minor repairs included.

a: 1 Littlemarket Row, Leybourne ME19 5QL t: 01732 840439 www.otfhair.com

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

(See Colour Ad On Page 26) HEARING AIDS

m: 07951 202655 c: Kelly

Fully Qualified 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.

Start hearing well again!

Call us to arrange a free hearing test!

(See Colour Ad On Page 27) HANDYMAN

HOUSING/SHARED OWNERSHIP

Moat Homes Domestic Property Maintenance For All Your Handyman & DIY needs

H-L HAIR SALON

LUCAS Call 01732 848222

91 High Street, West Malling ME19 6NA (See Colour Ad On Page 25)

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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

a: Peters Village www.moat-petersvillage.co.uk A place to call home.

Spacious 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for shared ownership at the new riverside community Peters Village.

Deposits from just £3000!

(See Colour Ad On Page 3)

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 | Maintenance & More

DBS CHECKED | INSURED | GUARANTEED

This space can be yours from just £27+vat per month and go to 16,500 homes and businesses from Wateringbury through Larkfield, Leybourne and over to Snodland & Holborough.

Not just Kings Hill & West Malling.

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LIFE COACH

LOGS & FIREWOOD

Bespoke Ironing

Jon Steel Life Coaching

Logs & Firewood

t: 01732 874 521 m: 07803 788325 c: Claire Dolke e: claire@bespokeironing.co.uk www.bespokeironing.co.uk Your local and reliable ironing service.

I offer a bespoke, professional BUT affordable ironing service.

5 Star rated with Google & Facebook reviews.

Free collection and delivery

m: 07837 470222 e: jonsteel@btinternet.com

Unlock your potential with a professional life coach.

- Success in your career - Stronger relationships - More self confidence Get in touch to book your FREE initial consultation with a qualified coach.

LOCKSMITH

Extra Hands Ironing & Shirt Laundry

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

Central West Malling Drop Shop Open 8-4 Monday-Fridays Clear pricing Fully insured Free collection & delivery service KITCHENS

Fitted Doors

78 Glebe Lane, Maidstone ME16 9BA t: 01622 725649 m: 07802 726060 e: sales@fitteddoors.co.uk www.fitteddoors.co.uk Transform tired kitchens and bedrooms in just a few days just by changing the doors, worktops and handles.

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.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

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We can distribute from 1,000 up to 46,500 leaflets each month in the area of your choice.

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Seasoned logs, Firewood and kindling delivered to your door Mobile log splitting service Fallen trees cleared.

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IRONING SERVICES

a: The Colonnade 10 West Street West Malling ME19 6QX t: 01732 872159 m: 07956 864860 www.extrahandsironing.co.uk

c: Roger m: 07831 499952 t: 01732 521693 e: r.gluck@sky.com

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.

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Neuro Precision

t: 01732 387 384 e: neuroprecision@gmail.com www.neuroprecision.co.uk CBT Therapy Hypnotherapy Insomnia Sleep Clinic Couselling Dementia Support & Therapy Short Term Fast & Effective Free Consultation.

(See Colour Ad On Page 25) MOBILE PHONE & TABLET REPAIR

Get It Repaired

a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill ME19 4YU t: 01732 525818 www.getitrepaired.co.uk All makes and models.

Broken screens. Charging Ports.

Batteries. Speakers.

Water damage.

Fault diagnosis.Genuine parts.

12 months warranty. Best prices.

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PLUMBERS

Oven Wizards

APS Plumbing

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.

OPTICIANS

t: 01732 252127 Leaking taps, toilets, radiators.

Blocked sinks and drains.

Boiler repairs, servicing and replacements.

Central heating repairs and servicing.

All aspects of plumbing and heating work.

(See Colour Ad On Page 10)

PLUMBERS

DL Plumbing

t: 01732 844746 m: 07792 670141

2 Liberty Square, Kings Hill West Malling, Kent ME19 4AU Tel: 01732 875544 info@kingshillopticians.co.uk Read our google reviews before you book elsewhere.

Open late evenings until 7pm OPTICIANS

Dripping taps fixed New taps fitted Leaks fixed Emersion Heater elements replaced New radiators fitted Overflowing loft tanks fixed Dripping toilet overflow fixed Complete bathrooms fitted including design & tiling if required.

P-S PEST CONTROL

PLUMBERS

HF PEST CONTROL

TNP Nelson Plumbing

It’s now the time of year when rodents look to gain access to warmer environments and a more readily available food source.

Treatments start from £25 inc VAT per visit. All pests covered inc rats, mice, fleas and pigeons.

hfpestandbirdcontrol.co.uk 01732 446454 OVEN CLEANERS

PLASTERERS

Oven Angels

Charlie Skelly Swift Plastering

t: 01892 514552 m: 07901 857608 www.ovenangels.co.uk Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products.

Now in their 20th year.

Prices from £45. Fully insured.

As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.

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t: 07590 262809 c: Charlie Skelly All aspects of plastering & coving Friendly & professional Internal skimming High quality finish Free estimates City & Guilds fully qualified.

t: 01732 220443

Plumbing - all plumbing undertaken.

Heating - radiators and boilers Gas - boilers installed and repaired.

Drainage - cleaning, jetting & repairs.

24 hours - 1 hour response.

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ROOFING

Lauriem Complete Care Ltd

D. P. Roofing

Community Care Workers.

Recruting now in Swanley, Sevenoaks, Gravesend, Borough Green & Wrotham.

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

t: 01622 716780 e: jobs@laurien.co.uk

Staff Benefits and Competitve rates of pay.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9) RADIATOR CABINETS

Radiator Cabinets from Woodtec

Made to measure cabinets.

Large choice of grilles.

Fitting & painting service or DIY.

(See Colour Ad On Page 25) REMOVALS & STORAGE

Goodfellows Removals & Storage a: Ashtree Farm, Teston Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 5RL t: 01732 841841 f: 01622 753708

Household/office removals.

Local professional removal and storage company.

Family owned. Established 20 years.

Please ring for a free quote.

Telephone:- 01732 469090 www.cabinetmill.com RECRUITMENT

CARER/PA REQUIRED Based in Kings Hill Working within a team to provide all day to day care for two young severely disabled adults.

For more information contact:

Jane Marshall 07912 878830 jane@themarshallfamily.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

R-S

t: 01622 808103 m: 07517 106711

All work guaranteed.

Trading Standards Approved.

Free quotes.

All areas covered.

ROOFING

William Kent & Sons Roofing

t: 01732 824059 m: 07778 586865 c: Bill All roof work undertaken: roofing repairs, renewals, flat roofs, new roofs, lead work, slate, tiles & chimneys. UVPC fascias & soffits & guttering. Lofts insulated & roof windows fitted. All exterior decorating. All work guaranteed. No job too small. Free quotation. Family run business. Reg waste carrier.

RESTAURANT

SAVE MONEY

Frank’s Restaurant & Mussel Bar

Utility Warehouse

a: 53-55 High Street, West Malling, Kent ME19 6QH t: 01732 843247

enquiries@franksrestaurantandmusselbar.com www.franksrestaurantandmusselbar.com

21 mussels, a la carte menu, 16 Belgian beers, Small weddings, Private function room.

(See Colour Ad On Page 21)

Authorised Distributor t: 01732 521494 m: 07912 878830 c: Jane www.save-moneywithme.co.uk I can show you how to make great savings on your household and business utilities.

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SKIP HIRE

TLC Scrap Metal

Haffenden Skip Hire

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.

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

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2yd to 12yd skips available.

Local reliable service.

Call for competitive rates.

SELF STORAGE

SOLICITORS

Aylesford Self Storage

Berry & Lamberts Solicitors

The Coachworks, Old Mill Lane, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7DT t: 01622 715 730 e: info@aylesfordselfstorage.co.uk www.aylesfordselfstorage.co.uk A family run self storage facility in Aylesford, near Maidstone.

Ideal for personal or business storage with various size units available, offices to rent and a shop selling affordable storage goods such as boxes, bubblewrap and tape etc.

(See Ad On Page 19)

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TANKERING

a: Churchill Square Business Centre Suite 9, 60 Churchill Square Kings Hill, West Malling ME19 4YU t: 01732 897925 f: 01732 897935 e: enquiries@berryandlamberts.co.uk F/b: @berrylamberts www.berryandlamberts.co.uk

Working as a team with clients on individual and business legal matters, helping them achieve the results they seek in their professional and personal lives.

(See Colour Ad On Page 7) SOLICITORS

SHUTTERS

TAXI SERVICE

CC Travel

Stylehouse Shutters

t: 01732 752121 e: hello@stylehouseshutters.co.uk www.stylehouseshutters.co.uk Based in West Malling, supplying and fitting the highest quality, bespoke window plantation shutters.

Free no obligation survey.

Local, friendly service.

3 year guarantee.

m: 07703 803468 c: Colin

Your one Stop Legal Shop

Gatwick from £44 Heathrow from £70 Local to Long Distance Licensed & insured to carry 8 people.

Suite 2, 20 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, West Malling, ME19 4YU

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Reliable, friendly, door to door service based in East Malling.

(See Colour Ad On Page 20)

SKINCARE

SOLICITORS

TREE SURGERY

Laker Legal Solicitors

Acacia Tree Care

Expert local solicitors handling: - Family law services - Commercial/Residential Property - Services for the elderly.

NPTC C&G Qualified, Fully insured.

(See Colour Ad On Page 7)

Free consultation and written quotations

Call Anna 07939 248983 Whether you’re looking for natural, cruelty-free, multi award winning skincare or a little extra income, Tropic has something for you. tropicskincare.com/annamarshall

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t: 01732 845104 m: 07812 344740 www.acaciatreecare.co.uk

t: 01732 757071 e: info@lakerlegal.co.uk www.lakerlegal.co.uk

Tree work, Hedging, stumpgrinding, hard and soft landscaping, fencing and garden clear ups.

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WINDOWS

Humphrey & Scace

Window Fix Direct

t: 01732 252540 www.humphreyandscace.co.uk t: 01732 810695 m: 07734 087425 c: Amanda & Mathew Everest e: handetrees@sky.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.

UPHOLSTERY

Interior Decor

a: Decor House, Walnut Tree Farm Ryarsh, West Malling, Kent ME19 5LJ t: 01732 871042 e: interiordecor@hotmail.co.uk Re-upholstery, loose covers and curtain making carried out by City & Guilds craftsmen with over 30 years experience in your fabric or ours.

Reliable local service.

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Will Writing and Estate Planning Practitioners.

No pressure and absolutely no obligation.

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WINDOWS

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 New Installations: FENSA Insurance-backed Windows, Doors, Conservatories, Porches,Bi-folds, Roof-Lights, Secondary Glazing Repairs: Misted Sealed Units, Upgrades, Broken Handles, Hinges and Locks. Cat Flaps. Free Quotations and Advice. Over 30 years’ experience.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

a: Unit 2, Bredhurst Business Park Westfield Sole Rd, Boxley ME14 3EH t: 01732441711 e: sales@windowfixdirect.co.uk www.windowfixdirect.co.uk Installations or Repairs? No problem!

Doors & Windows - Conservatories Solid Conservatory Roofs Fascias & Gutters - Misted Glass Units Broken Locks or Handles Draughty Doors & Windows.

(See Colour Ad On Page 5) WINDOW CLEANING

Abbi Window Cleaning

t: 0800 055 6082 www.abbiwindowcleaning.co.uk We provide a quality reliable service.

Pure Water fed pole system.

Pole System ensures privacy.

Reduced liability, no ladders means no nasty accidents.

Windows above conservatories no problem.

Domestic and commercial.

Police checked operator.

Call now for your free estimate.

WINDOW CLEANING

All Clean Windows

t/f: 01622 745179 c: Jean Tandy e: jean.tandy@talktalk.net Friendly professional service using both traditional method and/or purified water-fed pole system.

We also clean gutter soffit and fascias, conservatories, inc. roofs and 3 storey houses.

Fully insured.

Very competitive prices.

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Useful Numbers • Alzheimer’s Society 01892 835498 • Age Concern Info./Advice/Insurance, 01732 873977 • Multiple Sclerosis Society - SE Kent Branch 08453 970543

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

• Ryarsh Village Hall Contact: Booking Secretary Derrick Groom DGroom5143@aol.com 01732 842557 • Trottiscliffe Village Hall Contact: Julie Patrick 01732 822432

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

• Wateringbury Village Hall 075 3532 0552

• Kings Hill, Leybourne and West Malling 01732 870212

• West Malling Village Hall (WMVH) Contact: Ann Turner 01732 844824

• Chaucer Way, Larkfield 01732 841213

PHARMACIES

• 14 Pelican Court, Wateringbury 01622 814466

• Kings Hill Pharmacy, 6 Liberty Square 01732 845612

• Snodland Medical Centre 01634 240296

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

• 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 • Addington Village Hall 01732 843180 • East Malling Village Hall 01732 844546 • East Malling Institute, Mill Street Contact: Roger Roud 01732 840828

•R yarsh Primary School, Birling Road, Ryarsh 01732 870600 •S t James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912

• Paydens Ltd, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 843203

•S t Katherine’s School, St Katherine’s Lane, Snodland, Kent ME6 5EJ (www.stkatherineskent.co.uk) 01634 240061

POLICE • Tonbridge Neighbourhood Policing Team Tonbridge.neighbourhood.kent.pnn.police.uk 01732 379232

•T he Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995

• Kent Police 101

• T rottiscliffe C of E Primary School, School Lane, Trottiscliffe 01732 822803

• TMBC Community Warden Supervisor Martin Smith 07969 584173

•W est Malling C of E Primary School, Norman Road, West Malling 01732 842061

RSPCA

TRAINS

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

SAMARITANS •4 8 Grecian Street, Maidstone, ME14 2TS 01622 674444

SCHOOLS • Brookfield Infants School, Swallow Road, Larkfield 01732 840955 • Brookfield Junior School, Swallow Road, Larkfield 01732 843667

• Leybourne Village Hall 01732 873722

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

• Offham Village Hall Contact: bookingsoffhamvillagehall@gmail.com • Ryarsh Church Hall (Anita Parkins) 01732 842232

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•M ore Park RC Primary School, Lucks Hill, West Malling 01732 843047 •O ffham Primary School, Church Road, Offham 01732 842355

• Kings Hill Community Centre (KHCC) Contact: Morgan Fuller khcc@kingshillparish.gov.uk 01732 220919

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

•K ings Hill School, Crispin Way, Kings Hill, West Malling 01732 842739 •M ereworth County Primary School, 39 The Street, Mereworth 01622 812569

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

DOCTORS

HOSPITAL

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

• 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

• National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50

EVENTS Due to shortage of space, we will be including and giving priority to advertisers, non-profit making organisations and one off event listings.

If you would like your event guaranteed space for small charge, please email us: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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Events MONDAYS

WEDNESDAYS

SUNDAYS

• 10.00-12.00 Craft and Chatter at the Larkfield Methodist Hall £2.00 per session.

• 9.15am Musical Bumps 2+, 10.15am, 1+ 11.15am Babies (0-12months) at KHCH. Helen on 07927 554819

• 9.30am St Gabriel’s, Kings Hill Church of England Holy Communion/Eucharist at DiscoverySchool, Kings Hill. Sunday School 1st, 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month.

• 10.00-11.15 Yoga (Level 1-2) at Offham VH, Call Bridget on 07963 235451 • 10-10.30am Tiny Toes Ballet at Holborough Lakes VH, ME6 5GN info@sterondalls.co.uk • 10.15am Adult Ballet classes Ryarsh Village Hall 07775 716714 • 12pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane for beginners.

• 12.45pm 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 • (Term time) 1.30pm Expressions Dance at Larkfield & EM Methodist Church ME20 6PN Syliva 01634 245767 • 6.30pm HITT at KH School 07970 482421 • 7.30pm Kings Hill Rotary Club, upstairs at The Spitfire, Kings Hill.

• 8pm Zumba at Wateringbury Primary School.

All welcome! Tanya 07531 839159

TUESDAYS • 9.30-11.30 Bumps and Babies, at the Larkfield Methodist Hall, a group for new and expectant mums. £2 • 9.30am Musical Bumps 2+ group, 10.30am 1+ group and 11.30am for babies (0-12month) at KHCH. Helen on 07927 554819 • 10am Baby Yoga at KHCH 01732 490736 or 07801 948969

• 9.45am Singalong Baby Sign in West Malling. For info please call 07768 447657 • 10.45am Little Bright Sparks fun phonics literacy & numeracy classes. 07768 447657 • 5.30pm & 7.30pm Slimming World, KHCH, Gibson Drive, Kings Hill - 07925 281846.

• 6pm Ballet Workout and Beginners’ Ballet Ryarsh Village Hall 07775 716714 • 7-8.15pm Into to yoga at Borough Green Parish Church Hall. Julie 07989 185425 • 7pm Zumba at Yalding VH Tanya 07531 839159 • (3rd) 7pm Wateringbury Flower Club at The Institute, East Malling.

• 7.30pm C213 Bridge Club at Offham VH. Call Angela on 01732 874928 for info.

• 8-10pm The Larkfield Women’s Club at Church Farm VH. Sarah on 07786 364063

THURSDAYS • 9.30-10.15am & 10.30-11.30am Music Mayhem music EM Inst. Hall. 07815 775504 • (1st Thurs) 2pm U3A (University of the Third Age) KHCC membership@kingshillu3a.org.uk • (2nd) 2pm Leybourne Active Retirement Assoc. meet Leybourne VH. Roy 01732 846050 • 2.15-2.45pm Baby Rhyme Time sessions at West Malling Library.

• (Alternate) 2.30-4.30pm Men’s Retirement Group Clout Memorial Ins, WM 01732 846087

• 11am Tots Yoga at KHCH 01732 490736

• 6.15pm-7.15pm, Complete Beginners Pilates, Malling School 01622 715576

• 12 Midday Preschool Yoga at KHCH 01732 490736 or 07801 948969

• 7.15 - 8.15 pm Yoga (Beginners) Offham Village Hall. Bridget 07963 235451

• 11-12.30pm Improver/Intermediate Linedancing, Nettlestead VH 01732 872624

• 7.15pm-8.15pm, New Yoga Pilates Dance fusion, Malling School, 01622 715576

• 2-3.30pm Larkfield Knitting & Craft at Larkfield Methodist Church. 01634 245767

• 7.45pm - 8.30pm Adult Tap at Halling Community Centre. info@sterondalls.co.uk

• 2.15-2.45pm Baby Rhyme Time sessions at Snodland Library.

FRIDAYS

• 7pm (twice a month) Malling Rotary Club at Spadework. Call 01732 871132.

• 7.30-9.30pm The Snodland Women’s Club at the Snodland CC. Amanda 07983 159989 • 7.30pm Group running from Larkfield Leisure Centre. Louise via larkfieldac@gmail.com • 8pm North West Morris dancing. Female and male musicians welcome. Val 07876 194375

• (3rd) 2pm Larkfield Active Retirement Association meet at Larkfield VH. Visitors welcome. Chris Baker 01732 873705.

• 7.30-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100.

• 8:30 to 10:30pm Badminton Club - Snodland Community Centre - all standards welcome (no tuition). Graham (01622 735463)

...ALSO THIS MONTH Sunday 10 November 10.30am Kings Hill Remembrance Day Service & Parade in Liberty Square. All Welcome. See p23 Sunday 10 November 2019 (Remembrance Sunday). Noon to 4pm The Twitch Heritage Centre, Douce’s Manor, St. Leonard’s Street, will be open. Barbara Earl on 01732 847678.

Tuesday 12 November 6.30- 9.30pm Spadework Charity Craft Fair and Prosecco Evening including mini workshops to make a table decoration. Free entry. Teston Road, Offham, Kent ME19 5NA Tel. 01732 870 002 Saturday 16 November 3-5pm Light Up Larkfield For Christmas. Lights at 4.45pm.

Martin Square, Larkfield, ME20 6QJ. Tuesday 19 November 2019 4.30pm Malling Society AGM. Members only. (Please note revised time) at West Malling CE Primary School, Norman Road, Chairman, ViceChairman and Secretary to be elected for 2020.

Refreshments and cake to be provided.

Saturday 30 November 12-5pm Christmas in Snodland. High Street Car Park. Lights at 4pm.

Sunday 1 December 12Noon-5.30pm West Malling Christmas Festival. Lights at 5pm.

Saturday 7 December 4-8pm Father Christmas visits Kings Hill outside the Spitfire Pub! Saturday 14th December 4-8pm Father Christmas returns to Kings Hill visiting homes on his sleigh!

See Page 28 for Christmas event full information.

Please submit events by 15th November 2019 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

SATURDAYS • 8am INSANITY at KH School – Pay as you go £6– 07970 482421

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