Malling October local Oracle by Anna Marshall

ISSUE 200

DISTRIBUTION 16,500 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MALLING

OCT

2020

News the local

Dear Readers Well done to all those children who got their uniforms back on and pens at the ready for school again. I can’t imagine how hard is was for both children and parents!! Suite 159, 80 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU 01732 525805 Jane Accounts/Sales m: 07912 878830 t: 01732 521494 Anna Artwork/Sales m: 07939 248983 t: 01732 795777 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off dates for advertising in the October editions are: • Maidstone 20th October • Malling 15th October

As we write this, we have yet more changes from the Government to consider and the last thing any of us want is a complete lockdown again! Let’s kick this virus into touch by keeping safe and making an effort to keep to the, often confusing, rules. We can still support local businesses in a safe way, we just need to be mindful of others. Please note we have made changes to our telephone numbers. Anna can be reached on 01732 795777 and Jane on 01732 521494. A digital copy of each edition can be found on our website and social media pages so if you lose your copy of wish to share it with someone else then please just click on our website - www.thelocaloracle.co.uk. We also share additional information on our social media pages which can be found on the following links ...facebook.com/ thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/thelocaloracle. We look forward to hearing your feedback.

• Tonbridge 20th October

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Contents the local News P2 CONTACT DETAILS P2

Abbey Funeral Services P17 Autospray Solutions P17

BUSINESS SERVICES

CC Travel P17

Berry & Lambert P7

Christopher Marshall P19

Churcill Square Business Centre P1

Frank’s Restaurant P18

Diligent Law P5

Gemini Beauty P19

Get It Repaired P40

Humphrey & Scace P20

Glengracie Accounting Solutions P7

Kings Hill Garage & Car Sales P19

Scarbutts Printers P8

Lucas Hair P21

Smarter Mortgages P7

Maidstone Audi P3

Tax Assist Accountants P7

Offham Primary School P21 On The Fringe P22

HOME & GARDEN

Open Talks Open Minds P22

Acorn Glacier P9

Rotary P22

Aerial Man P8

Spadework P23 Zone P23

APS Plumbing & Heating P8 ASD Electrical Services P10 Blaize Services Ltd P10 Bramko P10

WHAT CAN THE LOCAL ORACLE DO FOR YOU? P24 CATEGORY INDEX P25 CATEGORY ADVERTS P26-38 USEFUL NUMBERS P39

Complete Garden Services P11 CPS P11 FJM Plumbing P10 Garolla Roller Shutter Doors P12 Homefresh P12 Howard Caine Conservatories P13 Maddox Carpentry P14 Marshalls Landscape Contractors P14 Nightingale Bathrooms P15

To advertise your business in the local Oracle please call Anna 01732 795777 Jane 01732 521494

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NMCO Electrical P14 No1PHD P15 Penumbra Blinds P14 Rise Above Lofts & Extensions P16 South East Installations P16 SOS Window Works P16 TNP Plumbing & Heating P17

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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 KINGS HILL, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, SEVENOAKS, PADDOCK WOOD

Adam Makewell 07976 571608

adam@smarter-mortgages.co.uk

No Broker Fee | Trading 18 Years Mortgage Specialist in Larkfield First Time Buyers Residential Purchase Re-mortgage or 2nd Charge (home improvements & debt consolidation) Help & Right to Buy Shared Ownership Bad Credit Buy to Let

www.smarter-mortgages.co.uk Your home may be at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured against it.

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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

‘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 HOME & GARDEN 08

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A. P. S.

PLUMBING & HEATING PLUMBING

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

GAS

New boilers, Servicing/Repair, Installations, Landlord Certificates.

BLOCKED DRAINS

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

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HOME & GARDEN

01622 430290 or 07581 154499

All major credit/debit cards taken.

DRIVE & PATIO CLEANING SPECIALIST

d h an Was block nd 5. resa from £7 g pavin tio slabs Pa £45 from irs pa e r &

BRAMKO LTD

Gutter Cleanin Repair g & s from £50 * Free camera inspec tion

Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition. Weed, moss & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces. Established 15 years FREE Estimate and advice.

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Domestic, commercial, Industrial Installations, Maintainance & Service.

CCTV, Electric Gate manufacture Gate Automation Intercom Entry Systems Intruder Alarms, Access Control Security lights Pay via Card, Bacs or lease.

Electrical installations House rewires Distribution board upgrades Lighting, Garden lighting Remote garden lighting Call/Door Entry Systems

0800 083 2483 OR 07813 925125 sales@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

Leaflet Print & Distribution

UPHOLSTERY 3 Piece Suite Leather 3 Piece Suite

£ 104 £ 166

£ 52 £ 83

5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

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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£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 795777 or 01732 521494

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Marshalls Landscape Contractors

All aspects of carpentry Specialising in Kitchens Bespoke woodwork Refurbishments Restoration Bathrooms Building projects

07884 421650

maddoxcarpentry.co.uk

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 www.facebook.com/MarshallsKent/

NMCO ELECTRICAL Making for a brighter tomorrow

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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HOME & GARDEN

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TONY NELSON PLUMBING & HEATING

HOME & GARDEN

TNP

NELSON PLUMBING

WORKING TO COVID19 GUIDELINES

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, repaired and serviced.

01732 220443 Call Colin today 07703 803468

colincooper39@gmail.com

Gatwick from £45 Heathrow from £70 Local to Long Distance Licensed & insured to carry 8 people. FREE onboard Wifi.

PERSONAL & LEISURE

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

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HOME & GARDEN

Motorcycle Drawings for the man who has everything! 01474 813434 www.christopher-marshall.co.uk

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91 High Street West Malling ME19 6NA 01732 848222 At Lucas Hair we work with Premium Quality Hair Extensions – Simply Hair A range of pre-bonded hair extensions in 28 natural tones for beautiful looking hair Your Hair Extensions are fitted by a Specialised, Experienced, Professional Stylist

For a FREE consultation please call the salon on 01732 848222 You will receive a 10% discount on your first hair extension fitting in September and October 2020

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

Open Talks Open Minds Helping clients to move towards realistic and positive results

A Counselling service with over 20 years experience of working with children/young adults in schools and colleges, mental health services, youth services and the criminal justice system. Focusing on working with anger, depression and anxiety. To book your free 15 minute online or telephone consultation please contact Leslie Mitchell 07511 940783 www.opentalksopenminds.co.uk

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The Spadework Pumpkin Garden will be open to the public from 10 – 31 October. Come along and choose a pumpkin or two to decorate for Halloween. As you will know if you visited us last year, we just love growing pumpkins. Although our Trainees were not able to assist us because of the coronavirus lockdown, we were fortunate to have an army of volunteers who helped water and tend to our bumper crop during the growing season. We have lots of varieties of pumpkins and gourds, in all shapes and sizes, so you are bound to find something to decorate your doorstep, windowsill or mantelpiece. Every pumpkin you purchase goes to help us provide care, support and meaningful opportunities for adults with learning and other disabilities. We have had to implement a range of measures to ensure the safety of all our customers, staff and volunteers. If you are planning to visit us, please take a moment to read them on the website. They will be updated as October approaches. The Pumpkin Garden is open 10 – 31 October from 10am until 4pm. The Spadework Farm Shop and Garden Centre are also open . Please check social media for updates on arrangements so that we can all stay safe.

Exquisite Printing Using classic printing techniques along with traditional methods of finishing, we craft beautiful & memorable pieces of print that will make your Personal Stationery, Invites, Order of Services or Wedding Stationery stand out from the crowd

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What can we do for you? We now have 3 editions with a distribution totalling 46,500 homes and businesses.

15k

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

Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone

Maidstone EDITION

Malling EDITION

16.5k

Each monthly edition can be found on our website where you can flick through the pages online. 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. This is our business and you will only speak to us!

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East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Matfield Paddock Wood Tonbridge

Tonbridge EDITION

15k

Anna - Artwork/Sales m: 07939 248983 t: 01732 795777 e: anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk

Jane - Accounts/Sales m: 07912 878830 t: 01732 521494 e: jane@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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Category Accountants

Fencing

Tree Surgery

Aerials

Funeral Services*

Upholstery

Architectural Design

Garage Doors

Volunteers

Artist

Garden Landscapers

Will Writing & Estate Planning

Bathroom Installations

Garden Services

Windows

Beauty & Complementary

Gas & Heating Services

Window Cleaning

Beauty Treatments

Gutter Cleaning & Repairs

* New Advertisers

Blinds

Hair Salon

Broadband & Sockets

Hair Stylist

Building Services*

Handyman

Business Insurance

Health Care/Weight Management

Business Opportunity Car Body Repairs Car Business Leasing Car Sales Car Service & Repairs Carpentry Carpet Cleaning

Ironing Services Leaflet Distribution Locksmith

Cut off dates: Maidstone: 20th October (Delivery - 2nd week of month) Malling: 15th October (Delivery - 1st week of month)

Loft Conversions*

Tonbridge: 20th October (Delivery - 2nd week of month)

Loft Ladders & Hatches

for the November 2020 edition.

Logs & Firewood

Cats Protection

Mobile Phone & Tablet Repairs

Charity Clubs*

Mortgages

Chiropodist

Office Space*

Cleaning

Oven Cleaners

Community Help

Plumbers

Computer Support

Printers*

Conservatories

Property Maintenance

Counsellor

Removals & Storage

Decorators

Restaurant

Distributors Wanted

Roofing

Dog Walker

Save Money

Double Glazing Repairs

Scrap Metal Clearance

Education

Skip Hire

Electricians*

Solicitors

Event*

Taxi Service

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.

A-B ACCOUNTANTS

Clover Accounting Services

a: Suite 20, 50 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, ME19 4YU t: 01732 523485 m: 07967 118639 c: Heidi Dennis e: heidi@cloveraccounting.co.uk

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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 19)

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL

Bathroom Solutions

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.

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

Self assessment, Bookkeeping, VAT, Payroll, CIS, Business start ups Tax returns ACCOUNTANTS

AERIALS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

Glengracie Accounting Solutions Limited

The Aerial Man

Nightingale Bathrooms

We are a firm of Chartered Accountants supporting local businesses. (See Colour Ad On Page 7)

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 8)

ACCOUNTANTS

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

TaxAssist Accountants

Creative Architectural Design Ltd

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

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 7) 26

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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.

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 15)

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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BEAUTY & COMPLEMENTARY

BUILDING SERVICES

Gemini Beauty

AAPM Construction

R Blackman General Maintenance

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 19)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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!

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

Any Aspect Builders Ltd

South East Installations

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.

t: 01474 249700 m: 07967 158239 e: info@southeastinstallations.co.uk www.southeastinstallations.co.uk Plumbing, Heating, Gas Boiler Installations, Electrical Works, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Loft Conversions. All building maintenance (See Colour Ad On Page 16)

BLINDS

BUILDING SERVICES

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd

Hudson Carpentry & Building Services

YRS Refurbishments

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 14)

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.

BROADBAND/PHONE SOCKETS

BUILDING SERVICES

Broadband/Phone Sockets

Paul Tann Ltd

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.

t: 01732 842863 m: 07956 313287 / 07834 810453 c: Paul e: paultannltd@btinternet.com www.paultann.co.uk

m: 07956 430 243 e: yrsrefurbishments@gmail.com General property maintenance, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, Decorating, Tiling, Bathrooms and Kitchens.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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

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B-C BUSINESS INSURANCE

m: 07753 335044 c: Richard Hills

CAR BUSINESS LEASING

Maidstone Audi

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.

Please contact Kieran on 01622 607000 to find our how the Audi range can be good for your business - including our all new Hybrid and Electric models.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CAR SALES

CARPENTRY

Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Network Marketing Business

Kings Hill Car Sales

Chatfield Carpentry

t: 07885 167166 c: Carole Wright e: carole.uwclub@gmail.com https://uw.partners/N34752/join on the customer info https://uw.partners/N34752/partner on the business info - Free Training - Hours to suit you - More spare time - Extra income - Recession proof - Your own business.

We’re back in business.

www.motorline.co.uk/audi (See Colour Ad On Page 3)

a: Kings Hill Car Sales North Lodge 584 Malling Road West Malling Kent ME19 4PU t: 01732 220540 www.kingshillcarsales.co.uk Good quality cars, bought and sold. Specialist vehicle sourcing. Company vehicle sourcing. All makes available. Please ring for help.

CAR SERVICE & REPAIR

CARPENTRY

Kings Hill Garage Limited

Maddox Carpentry

a: North Lodge, 584 Malling Road, West Malling, Kent, ME19 4PU. t: 01732 849322

C CAR BODY REPAIRS

Autospray Solutions

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 17) 28

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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.

Servicing for all makes & models MOT’s – while u wait Tyres & Exhausts Engine diagnostics (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

CAR SERVICE & REPAIR

m: 07884 421650 www.maddoxcarpentry.co.uk All aspects of carpentry Specialising in Kitchens Bespoke woodwork Refurbishments Restoration Bathrooms Building projects (See Colour Ad On Page 14) 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. Kitchens fitted. All types of carpentry work undertaken. Over 30 years experience. DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

C CARPET CLEANING

C CHARITY CLUB

Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer. 50% discount. Specialist Fabric Treatment. Stainshield, Deodorising Treatment, Anti-Allergy Treatment, Conditioner. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)

CLEANING

GLEAMING CLEANING

Homefresh

t: Freephone: 0800 6942024

Rotary Club - Kings Hill

YOUNG PHOTOGRAPHER COMPETITION Entrants must be Aged 11-17 Closes 6th February 2021 (See Colour Ad On Page 22)

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 CATS PROTECTION

Cats Protection

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

Rotary Club of Malling We meet Tuesdays at 6.30pm for 7pm

Spadework

Teston Road, Offham ME19 5NA Like volunteering and having fun at the same time? Join us for a Meeting and see what we do!

Contact rcomalling@gmail.com

CLEANING

Expert house cleaners you can trust Family business we are not an agency or franchise Fully insured We use our own products Fully uniformed “we buff til it sparkles” Call or email Nicola for a free quote: lovellshousekeeping@gmail.com 07984 662 494

CHARITY CLUB

CHIROPODIST

COMMUNITY HELP

Lions Club of Malling District

West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody

Help On The Hill Project

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

a: 14-16 Swan St, West Malling ME19 6LP t: 01732 848460 / 07882638990 c: MarieThomasBSc(Hons),MCPod,HCPCreg Corn and callus removal Verrucae Ingrown toenails Biomechanics / Orthotics Diabetic / High Risk care Children Welcome Limited Home Visits available

m: 07984 913 091 Naomi 07801 278475 Be e: be@khp.me

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COMPUTER SUPPORT

COUNSELLOR

Larkfield Community Group

Home Computer Help

Open Talks Open Minds

Experienced IT Professional providing an in-home service. Computer setup. Virus removal Software installation. Internet & email troubleshooting. Training & advice. Fixed prices - no hourly rates.

Call to book your free 15 minute online or telephone consultation. (See Colour Ad On Page 22)

m: 07563 196479 e: larkfieldcommunitygroup@gmail.com If you or someone you know has to go into isolation and needs supplies or help in any way please call or email us. There are people willing to help....just call!

COMMUNITY HELP

Community Hub

Tonbridge and Malling t: 01732 876152 Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council is offering support to those who are most vulnerable. Open 08:30-17:00 Mon - Fri & 10:00 - 16:00 at weekends.

t: 01732 220467 m: 07966 825265 c: Rob e: hchelp194@gmail.com

m: 07511 940783 c: Leslie Mitchell www.opentalksopenminds.co.uk A Counselling service with over 20 years experience of working with children/young adults in schools & colleges, mental health services, youth services and the criminal justice system.

COMPUTER SUPPORT

01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net Computer support, repairs & upgrades. Virus and malware removal. Complete business and home connectivity service. For additional services see our website. Unit 7, Kilnbridge Works, East Farleigh, ME15 0HD

COMPUTER SUPPORT

CONSERVATORIES

DECORATORS

AA Computer Services

Howard Caine Conservatories

Choice Painting & Decorating

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

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

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t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk New Conservatories, Refurbishment, Windows/Doors Check us out at Checkatrade.com Fully registered with FENSA Customer References Available. (See Colour Ad On Page 13)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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

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

DECORATORS

G J Services

a: West Malling t: 01732 850343 m: 07764 684495 t: Guy Williams e: gjservices@btinternet.com Painting Decorating General Maintenance Wall papering Free Estimates

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DECORATORS

Impact Decoration

Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists

t: 01732 873726 m: 07882 597433 c: Sam Gregory e: info@impact-decoration.co.uk www.impact-decoration.co.uk Kings Hill based, polite and tidy. Internal and External decoration. City and Guilds qualified. Dulux Select Approved Decorator. Fully insured. Domestic & Commercial clients.Virtually dust free sanding. Paper hanging. DECORATORS

John Green Décor Ltd

t: 0800 783 1916 e: sales@johngreendecor.co.uk www.johngreendecor.co.uk Dulux Approved Decorators undertaking: - All aspects of painting & decorating - Interior/exterior/insurance work - Domestic & Commercial work - Wall coverings & paint effects - Specialist spray finishes - Small refurbishment projects - Free consultation service

D DOG WALKER

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.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

G Solutions (Kent) Limited D ouble Glazing Problems Solved D

Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS TO: Windows, Doors, Conservatories Broken Handles, Hinges, Locks Misted Sealed Units, Cat Flaps Small New Installations Secondary Glazing FENSA, Insurance-Backed Guarantee Free telephone advice and call out Over 30 years’ experience

DECORATORS

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

JP’s Decorating

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

SOS Window Works

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 Maidstone.

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

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Give us a call to find out more.

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

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.

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t: 0800 083 2483 m: 07813 925125 e: sales@cpskent.com www.cpskent.com Electrical installations. House rewires. Distribution board upgrades. Lighting. Garden lighting. Call/door entry systems. Gate automation. Intruder Alarms. (See Colour Ad On Page 11)

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EDUCATION

ELECTRICIANS

FENCING

Offham Primary School

DAR Electrical Services

All Seasons Garden Fencing

a: Church Road, Offham, ME19 5NX t: 01732 842355 t & inst: @offhamprimaryschool www.offham.kent.sch.uk A vibrant, nurturing and caring one form entry school, nestled in beautiful rural village surroundings, at Offham we pride ourselves on our small school ‘family’ feel and put our children firmly at the heart of everything we do. (See Colour Ad On Page 21)

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.

ELECTRICIANS

Andy Payne Electrical Contractors

NMCO Electrical

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.

t: 01732 844634 m: 07847 717553 c: Mark Steward

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

Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation

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 14)

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.

ELECTRICIANS

FUNERAL SERVICES

ASD Electrical Services

PDW Electrical Contractor

Abbey Funeral Services Ltd

No job too small Maintenance and installation Domestic and commercial Repairs and fittings Free quotations No call out fee

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.

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

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m: 07970 712158 c: Paul e: pdwelectricalcontractor@gmail.com

t: 01732 360328 c: Jo Parker, Managing Director e: info@abbeyfs.co.uk w: www.abbeyfs.co.uk Abbey Funeral Services Ltd is an independent Family run Funeral Directors that has served the families of Tonbridge & Malling and neighbouring villages for almost 40 years providing a highly professional, confidential and competitive service. (See Colour Ad On Page 17)

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GARAGE DOORS

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

Blaize Services Ltd

t: 01732 430 347 m: 07537 149 128

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. (See Colour Ad On Page 12) 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

a: Larkfield t: 01732 848179 m: 07850 175077 c: Kevin Kennett e: yewtreelandscapes1@tiscali.co.uk

All major credit/debit cards accepted.

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GAS & HEATING SERVICES

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

GARDEN SERVICES

F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd

t: 01622 913007 e: info@fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk www.fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

Wicks Gas

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

M: 07958 254090

info@completegardenserviceskent.co.uk (See Ad On Page 11) GARDEN SERVICES

Garden Maintenance

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GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Turfing, Fencing, Driveways, Block Paving, Patios, Decking and Rotivating. Full landscaping service. Fully insured and City & Guilds.

For an immediate response call James.

Plumbing, Heating, Servicing Installation, Breakdown, Repairs. All Gas Appliances.

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

Plumbing, heating and bathrooms.

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.

Coe’s Landscapes

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: 07581 154499 c: James e: jtr.plumber72@gmail.com

t: Freephone: 0800 511 8081 c: Mark 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. We are working to the latest Covid 19 distancing guide lines to keep everyone safe.

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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

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON

Bramko Ltd

Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk 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. Drive and patio cleaning. (See Colour Ad On Page 10) WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK

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GUTTER CLEANING

HAIR STYLIST

Kris’s Gutter Cleaning

Michael Anthony Hairdressing

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

Gutter cleaned and all debris down pipe checked £60

HANDYMAN

c: Bruce Martin m: 07584 056821 e: bruce@kentshandyman.co.uk

Toni & Guy educated and L’Oréal colour Specialist, With 23 years industry experience. Visit website for more information www.michaelanthonyhair.co.uk

HAIR SALON

LUCAS

91 High Street, West Malling ME19 6NA Book 01732 848222 (See Colour Ad On Page 21)

HAIR SALON

Slimmons

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

m: 07866 066626 c: Peter e: p.slimmons@live.com www.slimmons.info

HANDYMAN

IRONING SERVICES

DME Property Services

Bespoke Ironing

HANDYMAN

IRONING SERVICES

Lose weight: - feel great - more healthy. - less tired - more energised. Sports Nutrition. Award Winning. Herbalife Nutrition.

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.

Local family run business. Ample free parking outside shop. Come and visit our newly refurbished salon. (See Colour Ad On Page 22) 34

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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

Extra Hands Ironing & Shirt Laundry

On The Fringe

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

DBS CHECKED | INSURED | GUARANTEED

HEALTH CARE/WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL

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KENTS HANDYMAN

Kings Hill 01732 843518 | 07738 199477

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

a: The Colonnade 10 West Street West Malling ME19 6QX t: 01732 872159 m: 07956 864860 www.extrahandsironing.co.uk Central West Malling Drop Shop Open 8-4 Monday-Fridays Clear pricing Fully insured Free collection & delivery service

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L LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION

L-M LOFT LADDERS & HATCHES

the local Oracle

LOFT LADDERS

www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

Tel: 01732 840744 Mobile: 07751 256725 FREE ESTIMATES

t: 01732 525805 e: info@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.

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.

O MORTGAGES

Smarter Mortgages

m: 07976 571608 c: Adam Makewell e: adam@smarter-mortgages.co.uk www.smarter-mortgages.co.uk No Broker Fee Trading 18 Years Mortgage Specialist in Larkfield. (See Colour Ad On Page 7)

LOCKSMITH

LOGS & FIREWOOD

OFFICE SPACE

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

Logs & Firewood

Churchill Square Business Centre

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.

c: Roger m: 07831 499952 t: 01732 521693 e: r.gluck@sky.com Seasoned logs, Firewood and kindling delivered to your door

a: Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU. t: 01732 523415 c: Tina Edwin e: churchillsquare@capitalspace.co.uk www.capitalspace.co.uk Social media: @CSBCmanager

Mobile log splitting service Fallen trees cleared.

Offices available now with full internet access and lots of free parking! Pay a simple, monthly licence. (See Colour Ad On Front Page)

LOFT CONVERSIONS

MOBILE PHONE & TABLET REPAIR

OVEN CLEANERS

Rise Above Lofts & Extensions

Get It Repaired

Oven Wizards

We cover all aspects of carpentry, lofts and extension. First class customer service has always been the priority, and to guarantee high quality workmanship and tidiness without forgetting friendliness and courtesy. (See Colour Ad On Page 16)

All makes and models. Broken screens. Charging Ports. Batteries. Speakers. Water damage. Fault diagnosis.Genuine parts. 12 months warranty. Best prices. (See Colour Ad On Back Page)

t: 01732 672597 m: 07808 199367 e: mike.turner@raleltd.co.uk

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

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.

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PLUMBERS

Tony Nelson Plumbing t: 01732 220443

P PLUMBERS

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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REMOVALS & STORAGE

PRINTERS

APS Plumbing & Heating

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

t: 01732 252127 c: Steve 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 8)

R-S Household/office removals. Local professional removal and storage company. Family owned. Established 20 years. Please ring for a free quote.

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PLUMBERS

PRINTERS

RESTAURANT

DL Plumbing

ZONE

Frank’s Restaurant & Mussel Bar

Dripping taps fixed New taps fitted Leaks fixed Emersion Heater elements replaced New radiators fitted Overflowing loft tanks fixed Dripping toilet overflow fixed.

We craft beautiful and memorable pieces of print that will make your Personal Stationery, Invites, Order of Services or Wedding Stationery stand out from the crowd.

enquiries@franksrestaurantandmusselbar.com www.franksrestaurantandmusselbar.com

t: 01732 844746 m: 07792 670141

t: 01892 834001 c: Jamie

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

21 mussels, a la carte menu, 16 Belgian beers, Small weddings, Private function room. (See Colour Ad On Page 18)

PLUMBERS

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

No1 PHD

Home & Garden Property Maintenance Services

t: 01732 590756 Open for business during Coronavirus. Drains internal & external High pressure jetting Manual rodding Emergency plumbing, blocked toilets and leaks. Non excavation relining. CCTV surveys. (See Colour Ad On Page 15) 36

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m: 07538 812565

Trees lopped & topped, Hedges trimmed, Landscaping, Guttering cleaned - moss removal, Roof repairs, Driveways and jetwashing, and many more jobs. Free estimates.

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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ROOFING

D. P. Roofing

t: 01622 808103 m: 07517 106711 All types of roofing renewed and repaired, chimneys, guttering, fascias etc. 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.

a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, West Malling ME19 4YU (prior appointments only)

t: 01732 897925 f: 01732 897935 e: enquiries@berryandlamberts.co.uk F/b: @berrylamberts www.berryandlamberts.co.uk We work with clients as a team on individual and business legal matters, helping them achieve the results they seek in their personal and professional lives. (See Colour Ad On Page 7) SOLICITORS

t: 07804 057096 c: Tom Calvert

Your one Stop Legal Shop

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

5 SKIP HIRE

Utility Warehouse

Haffenden Skip Hire

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.

Berry & Lamberts Solicitors

TLC Scrap Metal

SAVE MONEY

Authorised Distributor t: 01732 521494 m: 07912 878830 c: Jane www.save-moneywithme.co.uk

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

2yd to 12yd skips available. Local reliable service. Call for competitive rates.

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TAXI SERVICE

UPHOLSTERY

WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

CC Travel

Interior Decor

Humphrey & Scace

m: 07703 803468 c: Colin Gatwick from £45 Heathrow from £70 Local to Long Distance Licensed & insured to carry 8 people. Reliable, friendly, door to door service based in East Malling. (See Colour Ad On Page 17) TREE SURGERY

Acacia Tree Care

t: 01732 845104 m: 07812 344740 www.acaciatreecare.co.uk NPTC C&G Qualified, Fully insured.

a: Decor House, Walnut Tree Farm Ryarsh, West Malling, Kent ME19 5LJ t: 01732 871042 e: interiordecor@hotmail.co.uk Furniture Recovered; Cushion refilling service. Handmade curtains, blinds of all types supplied and fitted. Est: over 30 years Highly recommended City and Guilds qualified.

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Acorn Glacier

a: Unit 3, Heronden Road, Parkwood Industrial Estate, Maidstone, ME15 9YR t: 01732 550054 m: 07860 831791 e: info@acornglassline.co.uk www.acornglassline.co.uk

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

Rehau, Windows, Doors, Bifolds, Patios, Coloured GRP Doors, Porches, Conservatories. (See Colour Ad On Page 9)

Free consultation and written quotations VOLUNTEERS

WINDOW CLEANING

BUDDY SCHEME t: 01732 810695 m: 07734 087425 c: Amanda & Mathew Everest e: handetrees@outlook.com

Can you spare an hour or so a week to visit a lonely or isolated person?

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.

If you would like more info. ring: Jackie Hirsch on 07563 196479

www.handetrees.co.uk

Will Writing and Estate Planning Practitioners. No pressure and absolutely no obligation.

WINDOWS

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL

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

TREE SURGERY

t: 01732 252540 www.humphreyandscace.co.uk

larkfieldcommunitygroup@gmail.com

This project is being run by the Larkfield Community Group

All Clean Windows

t/f: 01622 745179 c: Jean Tandy e: jean.tandy@virginmedia.com 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 • Multiple Sclerosis Society - SE Kent Branch 08453 970543

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

DOCTORS • Kings Hill, Leybourne and West Malling 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)

• Trottiscliffe Village Hall Contact: Jacqui Peachy – 01732 823630

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

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

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

• Wateringbury Village Hall 075 3532 0552

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

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

•O ffham Primary School, Church Road, Offham 01732 842355

PHARMACIES

•R yarsh Primary School, Birling Road, Ryarsh 01732 870600

• Kings Hill Pharmacy, 6 Liberty Square 01732 845612 • Boots, 85-87 High Street, West Malling 01732 843389 • Paydens Ltd, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 843203

POLICE • Tonbridge Neighbourhood Policing Team Tonbridge.neighbourhood.kent.pnn.police.uk 01732 379232 • Kent Police 101

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

• TMBC Community Warden Supervisor Martin Smith 07969 584173

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

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

LOCAL HALLS • Addington Village Hall 01732 843180 • East Malling Village Hall 01732 844546 • East Malling Institute, Mill Street Contact: Roger Roud 01732 840828 • Kings Hill Community Centre (KHCC) Contact: Morgan Fuller khcc@kingshillparish.gov.uk 01732 220919 • Leybourne Village Hall 01732 873722 • Mereworth Village Hall Contact: Rebecca Simmons on 01732875963 and e-mail Mereworth.bookings@hotmail.com • Offham Village Hall Contact: bookingsoffhamvillagehall@gmail.com • Ryarsh Church Hall (Anita Parkins) 01732 842232 • Ryarsh Village Hall Contact: Booking Secretary Ba Storey Mobile 07891 307833, and e mail ryarshbookings@gmail.com

RSPCA

•S t James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912 •S t Katherine’s School, St Katherine’s Lane, Snodland, Kent ME6 5EJ (www.stkatherineskent.co.uk) 01634 240061 •T he Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995 • T rottiscliffe C of E Primary School, School Lane, Trottiscliffe 01732 822803 •W est Malling C of E Primary School, Norman Road, West Malling 01732 842061

TRAINS • National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50

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 • Kings Hill Pre School, 70 Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 840180 • Kings Hill School, Crispin Way, Kings Hill, West Malling 01732 842739

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