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WHAT CAN THE LOCAL ORACLE DO FOR YOU? p4
Accountants
− TaxAssist Accountants p14
Aerials
− The Aerial Man p14 Air Ambulance - Air Ambulance
Art Society
- The Malling Art Society p21
Bathroom Installations
- Bathrooms Solutions - Nightingale Bathrooms p19
Blinds
- Penumbra p19
Building Services
- M C Construction p17 - Paul Tann Ltd - R Blackman
Business Opportunity - Utility Warehouse Car Body Repairs - Autospray p20
Carers Required - Carers Required Kings Hill p21 Carpentry - RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning - Homefresh p17
Christmas Event - Aylesford Christmas Market p5* - Castlemas p24
Classified - Car Registration No. Cleaning Services - Castle Cleaning*
Community - Community Connectors Computer Support - KES Conservatories - Howard Caine p18
Decorators - Rathbone Decorating Services*
Double Glazing Repairs
- DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd
− SOS Window Works p20
Driveways/Patio Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd Electricians
- ASD Electrical Services p16
- ERU Electrics Ltd p16 Football Club Partnership - KHFC Business Partnership Foster Care - Capstone p21 Garage Doors
− Garolla p17 Garden Landscaping
− Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd
Gas & Heating Services
- Blaize Services Ltd p16 Gutter Cleaning & Repairs
- Bramko Ltd p16
Handyman
- DME Property Services Health & Fitness
- Larkfield Leisure Centre Healthcare/Hearing - Hearing Matters p3 Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle p9 Locksmith
− A Maidstone Locksmith Nightclub - Aura p20 Plasterer - David Terry Plastering Plumbers - Aspects Plumbing p14 Printers
- Scarbutts Printers p12 Ramblers
- Ramblers Wellbeing Walks Roofing - Holland & Holland Roofing Save Money
- Utility Warehouse Solicitors
−Graham Colley Solicitors p14
- Laker Legal p12 Tree Surgery
− MD Tree Care & Landscaping p19
Website/Marketing/Business Support - FullPivot
Will Writing & Estate Planning
- Humphrey & Scace p13
- Isla Law Windows - Acorn Glassline p15
USEFUL NUMBERS P22
EVENTS P23
* New Adverts
Cut off dates:
Maidstone: 20th November (Delivery - 2nd week of month)
Malling: 15th November (Delivery - 1st week of month)
Tonbridge: 20th November (Delivery - 2nd week of month) for the December 2022 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.
ACCOUNTANTS
TaxAssist Accountants
t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960
c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 14)
AERIALS
The Aerial Man
t: 01732 883542 01622 871614
(See Colour Ad On Page 14)
BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
Bathroom Solutions t: 01732 871254 m: 07908 021913 c: David Bartholomew bathroomsolutionslarkfield@outlook.com @Bathroomsolutionslarkfield Complete bathroom installs, supply and design or fit only. Plumbing, tiling, splash panels, plastering, electrical work. All types of floors fitted. No obligation quotes. Over 15 Yrs Exp. Public liability insured.
BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
Nightingale Bathrooms t: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 19)
01892 825522
07767
BUILDING SERVICES
M C
01732
07841
BUILDING SERVICES
Paul Tann Ltd m: 07873 965231 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.
BUILDING
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.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
Utility
t: 01732 521494
c: Jane
e: jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.make-moneywithme.co.uk
Major British PLC
the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided.
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.
COMMUNITY
Community
t: 03000 422 065
e: community.connectors@kent.gov.uk www.kent.gov.uk/communityconnectors
Championing positive wellbeing for over 65s.
Improve your wellbeing. Tackle loneliness.
Learn a new skill or participate in a new activity.
Increase self-confidence and selfesteem. Achieve a better quality of life.
COMPUTER SUPPORT
Freephone: 0800 6942024
01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net
CHRISTMAS EVENT
Aylesford Christmas Market
Saturday 26th November, 2-7pm Aylesford Parish Car Park
(See Colour Ad On Page 5)
CHRISTMAS EVENT
Castlemas 8th to 20th December 2022 www.castlemas.com
(See Colour Ad
CLASSIFIED
Back Page)
Computer support, repairs & upgrades. Virus and malware removal. Complete business and home connectivity service. For additional services see our website.
Unit 7, Kilnbridge Works, East Farleigh, ME15 0HD
CONSERVATORIES
Howard
t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk
(See
Page
Car Registration
Ian on 07909 975 806
plate for sale.
TYS
invited!
for more details.
CAR
m: 07773
t: 01622 727263
c:
CARER
a: Kings Hill
t: 07912 878830
(See Colour Ad On Page 21)
CLEANING SERVICES
Castle Cleaning
07920 840972
Dean Baker e: info@castle-cleaning.co.uk www.castle-cleaning.co.uk
Small family run business using state of the art equipment to clean carpets, upholstery, patio, driveways, stone floors, conservatories and caravans.
DOUBLE
DG
t: 01732 842691
m: 07870 213098
contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk
DOUBLE
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
SOS Window Works
t: 01622 206690 m: 07779 006696 e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk
(See Colour
Page 20)
ELECTRICIANS
ASD Electrical Services t: 01634 624555 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com
(See
ELECTRICIANS
Page 16)
ERU Electrics Ltd t: 01622 962961 e: info@eruelctrics.com www.eruelectrics.com
(See
16)
FOSTER CARE
Capstone
t: 0800 012 4004 www.capstonefostercare.co.uk
(See
GARAGE DOORS
Garolla Roller Shutter Doors 01622 410 076 07537 149 128
(See
GARDEN LANDSCAPING
Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Larkfield 01732 848179 m: 07850 175077 c: Kevin Kennett e: yewtreelandscapes1@tiscali.co.uk Specialist In Indian Stone Paving. Garden Artificial Grass, Driveways, Block paving, Brickwork, Turfing, Decking, Fencing, Hard and Soft Landscaping. Free estimates, fully insured. Experienced & professional service. 25 years experience. major credit/debit cards taken.
HANDYMAN
DME Property Services m: 07469 202653
e: dmepropertyservice@gmail.com
inst: DME Property
We offer a range of both internal and external property maintenance. Wall and floor tiling. Internal and external painting. Wallpaper hanging and stripping. Skirting and coving. Patios and paving. Jet washing & other external cleaning. We are a small, friendly, reliable business offering competitive rates.
HEALTH
Larkfield
01622
We
HEALTHCARE/HEARING
01732
CUT OFF DATE
PLASTERERS
David Terry Plastering
t: 01622 661780 m: 07971 919694 e: d-j-terry@hotmail.co.uk www.davidterry-plastering.co.uk
All internal plastering. Plaster over Artex, coving, plaster boarding and re skims. Painting and decorating. Free Estimates.
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. We can distribute from 1,000 up to 46,500 leaflets each month in the area of your choice. Call to book your space.
(See Colour Ad On Page 9)
LOCKSMITH
A.Maidstone Locksmiths
a: 27 Dixon Close, Maidstone ME15 6SS t: 01622 410057 m: 07837 751611 c: John e: john@maidstonelocksmiths.com www.maidstonelocksmiths.com Free estimates. 24 hour emergency service. Domestic and Commercial. All types of locks supplied & fitted. UPVC specialists. KCC trading standard approved.
Aspects
t: 01732 671131
a
of
RAMBLERS
Ramblers Wellbeing Walks
Maidstone
m: 07836 720643 c: Paul Linaker e: linaker3@btinternet.com
We run a number of easy gentle walks every week in the wider Maidstone area, from Mote Park, Town Centre, Headcorn and the Len Valley, all led by trained Walk Leaders, and absolutely free.
Gentle walking and social interaction is recognised as an important part of preventative healthcare.
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)
SAVE MONEY
Utility Warehouse
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.
Ask me for more info or check out my website.
SOLICITORS
Graham Colley Solicitor t: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors
WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING
Humphrey & Scace t: 01732 252540 www.humphreyandscace.co.uk
(See Colour
Page 13)
TREE SURGERY
M.
01634
07748 848598
matthewdighton@gmail.com
WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING
Isla Law Ltd t: 01622 239766 m: 07825 575826
c: Ruth Pannell MA (Cantab) TEP e: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk www.islalaw.co.uk
Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney & Probate.
Family business based in Maidstone. Over 10 years' experience.
regulated and insured. Contactless appointments available. We do weekend and evening appoints. Fair, fixed fees agreed in advance.
WINDOWS
Acorn Glassline
a: Parkwood Ind. Estate, ME15 9YR t: 01622 752288 e: info@acornglassline.co.uk www.acornglassline.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 15)
ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY
01892 835498
AGE UK Maidstone
01622 753618
7 Mill Street, Maidstone ME15 6XW
COUNCIL
Maidstone Borough Council, Maidstone House, Kings Street, Maidstone 01622 602000 www.maidstone.gov.uk
Tonbridge & Malling BC, Gibson Building, Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 844522
DOCTORS
Aylesford Medical Centre, Admiral Moore Drive, British Legion Village, Aylesford 01622 885880
Thornhills Medical Practice, Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 849980
The Vine Medical Centre, 13 Tonbridge Road 01622 754898 Dr D Forsythe, The George Holding Centre, Chaucer WaY 01732 841213
HOSPITAL
Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone 01622 729000
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY
Maidstone & District 07562 521403
LIBRARY
Castle Rd, Allington ME16 0PR 01622 683435
Martin Square, Larkfield 0300 041 3131
LOCAL HALLS
Aylesford Village Community Centre, 25 Forstal Road 01622 717473
Aylesford Village Club 01622 716056
Beechwood Community Hall, Marigold Way Barming - Martine Jefferys 07504 622288
Ditton Community Centre, Kilnbarn Road 01732 844749
Leybourne Village Hall 01732 873722
St Nicholas Church Halls, Poplar Grove, Allington Maidstone ME16 0DE stnicsparish@hotmail.com 01622 299715
The Brassey Centre, Station Road, Aylesford ME20 7QR 01622 719366 aylesfordchurch@btconnect.com
Tonbridge Rd. Methodist Church Halls Tunbridge Rd, Maidstone for hire during daytime. Please contact 07856 291121 for further details.
MAIDSTONE LIONS CLUB Malcolm Luxton 0845 8339869
MALLING DISTRICT LIONS CLUBTed Inns 0845 8335735
PHARMACIES
Delmergate Oaks Pharmacy, Royal British Legion Village, Aylesford 01622 882386
Paydens, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 843203
POLICE
Maidstone Police Control Centre 101 Neighbourhood Police Officers Community Warden - Ditton Susan Absolon 07813 712081
RSPCA
RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 123 0751
SAMARITANS 48 Grecian Street, Maidstone, ME14 2TS FREEPHONE 116 123
SCHOOLS
Allington Primary School, Hildenborough Crescent, London Road 01622 757350
Aylesford Primary School, Teapot Lane, Aylesford 01622 718192
Aylesford Sports College, Teapot Lane, Aylesford 01622 717341
Ditton Infant School, Pear Tree Avenue, Ditton 01732 844107
Ditton Junior School, New Road, Ditton 01732 843446
St Peter’s & St Paul’s Pre-School, Ditton Community Centre - Jackie Dearden 07729 042811
St Peter’s Church of England Primary School 01622 717335
Mount Pleasant, Aylesford
Ditton Church Pre-School, Church Centre - Wendy Caldicott 07845 921621
Palace Wood Primary School, Talbot Road, Allington 01622 750084
Leybourne St Peter & Paul Primary School, Rectory Lane North, Leybourne 01732 842008
St James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912
The Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995
MONDAYS
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.
1-3pm Ditton Short Mat Bowls at Dittong Community Centre. moira-batchelor@ hotmail.co.uk
2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715
2-4pm Weavering Sequence Dance Club at Weavering VH, Weavering St. £2.50. 01732 842765 or 01622 202194.
(3rd, ex Bank Hols) 7.15 for 7.30 Barming Horticultural Society. VH, Heath Rd, Guests £2, info Julie 01622 726341.
(2nd Ex. B/H) 7.45 Sept - May, Barming History Society.Barming VH, Heath Rd. Contact, Peter 01622 726512
TUESDAYS
(Last) 2-4pm Whist Club, small and friendly, meets at Detling Village Hall. All welcome.
7.30pm Group running from Larkfield Leisure Centre. www.larkfieldac.co.uk
(Fortnightly) 7.30pm Tuneless Choir Maidstone. Loose Pavilion, Walnut Tree Lane. maidstone@tunelesschoir.com
WEDNESDAYS
(2nd) 1-4pm DamARA at Ditton Community Centre. (Ditton & Malling) Active Retirement Club. : 01622 297150 entertainment, games, quizzes. Outings
1.30–4pm Aylesford Short Mat Bowls Club. Aylesford Village Community Centre. Contact Ted 07913 914851
(Alternate) 7.30 - 9.30pm Maidstone Folk Dance Club meets in Tonbridge Rd. Maidstone Methodist Church Hall (Entrance in Bower Mount Rd.) Further details from 01622 761757.
SATURDAYS
(2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. For info, contact Karin, mketgroup21@gmail.com
9–10am Ballet Company ballet classes to children 3 years+ at Hermitage Park Community Centre, Allington. Leyla Downton 07832 298780
THURSDAYS
(2nd) 11am Art Society Malling, at Ryarsh Village Hall. (See page 21)
(4th) 2pm AylesARA, over 50s meet in the Aylesford CC. Andrew Shilitto 01622 719830
(2nd & 4th) 3.30-5pm Healing Voices at Ditton Community Centre £2 to include a cuppa. Email healingvoiceskent@gmail.com or just turn up. Everyone welcome.
FRIDAYS
(1st) 2.15-4.15pm Aylesford History Group meet at the Aylesford Community Center. All welcome.
8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100.
SUNDAYS
(3rd) Aylesford Farmers Market in the grounds of Aylesford Priory
(4th) West Malling Farmers Market in the High Street.
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