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Dear Readers Well what an incredible Summer we are having so far? We trust you are taking good care of yourselves and getting that sun tan lotion on, drinking lots of water and it almost goes without saying, not leaving dogs in the car for any period of time. What we all need in this weather is ice cream and a swimming pool! 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 june editions are: • S evenoaks 15th July • Malling 15th July • Maidstone 20th July • Tonbridge 20th July
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You will see all our BUSINESS ADVERTISERS are together, we have a HOME AND GARDEN section and then PERSONAL AND LEISURE. All 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. Have a great month.
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Malling EDITION
What can we do for you? We now have 4 editions with a distribution totalling 58,500 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. We can print, supply leaflets and distribute 1,000 to 58,500 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target . 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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Maidstone EDITION
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Tonbridge Edition
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Sevenoaks Edition
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‘THE AERIAL MAN’
Family business - established 30 years
DIGITAL TV AERIAL SERVICES
HOME & GARDEN
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
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DRIVE & PATIO CLEANING SPECIALIST
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NO MESS NO FUSS
Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition. Weed, moss & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces. Established 12 years - serving Kent & Sussex. FREE Estimate and FREE on site cleaning demo.
Please call Mark Killick 01732 357660 | 07899 894 838 mik1969@hotmail.co.uk www.bramko.co.uk
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YOUR LOCAL DRAINAGE SOLUTION l Blockages, Domestic & Commercial l Descaling & CCTV Surveys l Lining Repairs l Excavations l Soakaways l No call out charge l Card payments Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Hadlow, East Peckham, Five Oak Green, Matfield, Southborough.
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Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Part of Rolin Cleaning Services Ltd
Professional, Family Run, Local Cleaning Company Carpet Cleaning | Rug Cleaning | Upholstery Cleaning | Wood Floor Restoration Leather Cleaning & Repair | Marble & Stone Restoration | Spot and Stain Removal Amtico Floor Care Every Carpet Clean Customer Receives a Free Spot & Stain Remover! Give the Willson family a call for a free inspection and quotation All Work Fully Insured Telelephone: 01732 872 199 | 07874 005 135 Website: www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk Email: info@rolin.cc
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MR CARPENTER
Carpentry, decorating, general property repairs, doors fitted, built in bookcase units, kitchens fitted, decking, general building work. No job too small. Call Rod: 07540 896320 Eve: 01732 358592 Email: rodchp625k@hotmail.co.uk DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE
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NELSON PLUMBING
PLUMBING - Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks. All plumbing undertaken.
HEATING - Leaking or blocked radiators and boiler
breakdowns. GAS - New boilders installed, boilders repaired and serviced. DRAINAGE - Drain cleaning, jetting and repairs.
Covering Tonbridge and surrounding areas. Contact: Jane Marshall Tel: 01732 521494 jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.save-moneywithme.co.uk
Plumbing & Heating Specialist
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Category the local News CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADVERTS Accountants - AIMS - J & H Accounting Services Ltd - TaxAssist Accountants p5 - The Accountancy Practice Aerials - The Aerial Man p5 Artist - Christopher Marshall Bathroom Installations - Nightingale Bathrooms p9 Bereavement Support - Friends Together Blinds - Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p10 Building Services - Any Aspect Builders Ltd - R Blackman - Sterling Construction p10 Business Opportunity - Forever Living Products - Utility Warehouse p5 Butcher - Parkfoot Butchers at Hadlow p13 Carpentry - Mr Carpenter p9 - Norris Carpentry & Construction Ltd - Paul Anthony Interiors p9 Carpet Cleaning - Homefresh p8 - Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd p8 Cleaning - Perfick Cleaning Computer Support - PW Computer Solutions Conservatories - Howard Caine Conservatories p7 Decorators - Andrew Baxter - Eugenia’s Decorating Services - Mark Howland - Home Improvements - Spicelin Property Services Denture Care - CDC Complete Denture Care p12
Double Glazing - Trade Glaze p24 Double Glazing Repairs - Cloudy2Clear p6 - DG Solutions (Kent) Limited Drainage & Plumbing - Fedurco Solutions Limited p8 Electricians - Domestic & Residential Electrical Services - Fox Electrical Contractors Events - What’s On Guide* Fencing - Crestala Fencing Centre p6 - J Harper Fencing & Landscaping - Tate Fencing p10 Fitness & Wellbeing - Forever Living p12 Garage Doors - Garage Door Associates Garden Landscape - Checkley Landscapes - Coes Landscapes - Wayne’s Gardens Garden Landscape & Design - Utopia Landscapes & Design Ltd Garden Maintenance - Garden Maintenance Mark Apps - Summit Gardens Gas & Heating Services - Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating p5 - DTH Heating - Wicks Gas Gutter Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd p6 Hairdresser - Linda’s Hair At Home Handyman - Dave’s Property Maintenance Homecare - Age UK Loft Ladders & Hatches - Loft Ladders Money Saving - Utility Warehouse p12 Oven Cleaners - Oven Angels Pest Control - HF Pest Control
Plastering - Taylor Plastering & General Building* Plumbers - R J Plumbing - TNP Nelson Plumbing p12 Printers - Scarbutts Roofing - Aquaguard Roofing - Cookies Building Ltd Tree Surgeon - Acacia Tree Care Waste Removal - All Rubbish Cleared* Windows - Howard Caine Conservatories p7 - Keith Bunyon - Trade 2 Trade Windows Limited p11 - Trade Glaze p24
USEFUL NUMBERS EVENT LISTINGS * New Adverts Cut off date for August 2017 is 20 July 2017 Could you advertise in other areas too? We have other issues covering the following areas: Addington | Birling | East Malling Halling | Holborough | Kings Hill Larkfield | Leybourne Leybourne Lakes | Mereworth Offham | Ryarsh | Snodland Trottiscliffe | Wateringbury West Malling Allington | Aylesford Barming | Ditton | Maidstone Chipstead Dunton Green | Kemsing Otford | Riverhead Seal | Sevenoaks
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The Accountancy Practice
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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 AERIALS
The Aerial Man
t: 01892 834334 01622 871614 Satellite TV in all rooms. New digital aerials. CCTV Installations Free to view channels. No subscription fees. ITV2, C5 etc. Insurance (Storm damage jobs undertaken) Special rates for senior citizens. No call out charge. All work and equipment guaranteed. (See Colour Ad On Page 5)
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Friends Together
www.friendstogetherbs.org Supporting bereaved people in West Kent. 8 monthly weekday lunch meetings in Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Paddock Wood, Hadlow, East Peckham and Pembury. Also alternate Saturday and Sunday meetings from 2.30pm - 4.30pm
TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6
ACCOUNTANTS
ARTIST
BLINDS
J & H Accounting Services Ltd
Christopher Marshall
Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd
Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints.
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 & install all types of internal & external blinds & awnings, along with solar control & security window films. (See Colour Advert On Page 10)
ACCOUNTANTS
BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS
BUILDING SERVICES
TaxAssist Accountants
Nightingale Bathrooms
Any Aspect Builders Ltd
a: 31 Clover Way, Paddock Wood Kent TN12 6BQ. t: 01892 838916 f: 01892 834366 c: Jason Dennis FCCA, MAAT, ATT. e: jadacca@hotmail.com Year end accounts, management accounts, business start ups, VAT, personal and company tax returns. Fixed Fee.
a: Paddock Wood Shop - Free parking t: 0845 5212241 or 01892 834411 c: Gary or Tina Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk Free initial discussion. Full range of services for small businesses. Fixed fees. Friendly local service.
(See Colour Ad On Page 5)
a: Luddesdowne, Nr Meopham t: 01474 813434 e: info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk
m: 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 9)
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t: 01622 729536 m: 07407764555 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. WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK
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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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CARPENTRY
Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Network Marketing Business t: 01732 521494 c: Jane Marshall e: jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.make-moneywithme.co.uk
Norris Carpentry & Construction Limited
Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided. (See Colour Advert On Page 5) BUTCHER
Loft conversions, cut and pitch roofs, doors, windows, kitchens, flooring, decking etc. Fully qualified and insured. Free estimates and a clean reliable service. CARPENTRY
Sterling Construction Works Ltd
Paul Anthony Interiors
t: Freephone 0800 689 3968 contactus@sterlingconstructionworks.co.uk www.sterlingconstructionworks.co.uk Extensions, Conservatories, Brickwork, Drainage, Driveways, Patios, Paving, Decking, Kitchens and Bathrooms. (See Colour Ad On Page 10) (See Advert P13)
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t: 01732 352363 m: 07795 677791 c: Stuart e: norriscarpentry@sky.com
m: 07719 117250 e: info@paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk www.paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk Carpentry and joinery. Laminate wood flooring. 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. (See Colour Advert On Page 9) CARPET CLEANING
Homefresh
t: Freephone 0800 6942024 Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer. 50% discount. Specialist Fabric Treatment. Stainshield, Deodorising Treatment, Anti-Allergy Treatment, Conditioner.
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CARPENTRY
CARPET CLEANING
Forever Living Products
Mr Carpenter
Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd
m: 07939 248983 c: Anna Marshall e: info@annaforeverhealthy.co.uk www.annaforeverhealthy.co.uk Uncapped & willable income stream. Flexible - start part-time, and build a full time income. Global franchise operating in over 160 countries worldwide. Unique product range. Est. 33 years. Call for more information today!
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t: Evening 01732 358592 m: 07540 896320 e: rodchp625k@hotmail.co.uk Carpentry, decorating, general property repairs, doors fitted, built in bookcase units, kitchens fitted, decking, general building work. No job too small. (See Colour Ad On Page 9)
t: 01732 872199 m: Chrissie on 07801 561696 John on 07860 100295 e: info@rolin.cc www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk
Family run carpet cleaning company. Also upholstery cleaning, Stain removal, Stainguard protection & leather suite cleaning. NCCA and IICRC Certified. (See Colour Advert On Page 8)
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‘Perfick’ Cleaning
t: 01732 852022 m: 07940 225316 c: Lucie e: luciewoodger@gmail.com Domestic and commercial. One off, weekly, occasional cleans. Spring/deep cleans. Ironing collection and drop off services also available.
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS For a free estimate call Sean on Mobile: 07969 658314 Tel: 01892 329389 Plastering Painting and Decorating General Home Improvements
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DECORATORS
DECORATORS
Andrew Baxter
Spicelin Property Services
Professional and reliable service at reasonable prices. Interior and exterior work undertaken. Call now for a free estimate.
For all your interior and exterior painting and decorating. Also all general property repairs and maintenance. Many years experience. For a free estimate, please contact Kevin Lines.
COMPUTER SUPPORT
DECORATORS
DENTURE CARE
PW Computer Solutions
Eugenia’s Decorating Services The Lady Decorator
CDC Complete Denture Care
a: Based in Paddock Wood t: 01892 836374 or 01892 576376 m: 07940 829206 e: info@pwc-solutions.co.uk www.pwc-solutions.co.uk Computer problems? We carry out computer health checks, virus removals, upgrades, broadband set ups and much more. Call us for a free assessment.
a: Paddock Wood t: 01892 459818 c: Andrew Baxter
m: 07887 936846 e: eugenia.roberts@gmail.com Professional, friendly and reliable service.
t: 01732 352828 m: 07712 853583 e: spicelin@uwclub.net
m: 07758 139306 c: Paul
Broken denture? - Cracked? - Broken? - Missing teeth? - In need of a clean? If you can’t come to me, i’ll come to you! (See Colour Ad On page 12)
CONSERVATORIES
DECORATORS
DOUBLE GLAZING
Howard Caine Conservatories
Mark Howland
Trade Glaze
New Conservatories, Refurbishment, Windows/Doors Check us out at Checkatrade.com Fully registered with FENSA Customer References Available.
General Property Maintenance. Interior and exterior painting, decorating and repairs. Patios and general hard landscaping. From a leaking tap and tiling to full kitchen and bathroom installation. Free Estimates.
t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 a: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 7)
a: Tonbridge t: 01732 359550 m: 07818 404225
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a: Units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works Lower Road, East Farleigh Maidstone Kent ME15 0HD t: 01622 725444 f: 01622 721111 e: ad2000@btconnect.com www.trade-glaze.co.uk Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories. Top quality products with top quality service. (See Back Page Ad) WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK
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ELECTRICIANS
FENCING
Cloudy2Clear Windows
Domestic & Residential Electrical Services
J Harper Fencing & Landscaping
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.
Local reliable company providing a friendly and professional service. We supply and install all types of fencing and gates. Landscaping & garden maintenance. Free quotation.
t: Freephone 0800 61 21 118 www.cloudy2clear.com Service with a smile! Broken or damaged windows? Faulty locks, handles, hinges? Emergency glazing & boarding up service. All glazing backed by our 25 year guarantee. Which? Trusted Trader (See Colour Ad On Page 6)
t: 01622 870147 m: 07515 159821 e: info@darelectric.co.uk www.darelectric.co.uk
t: 01580 213517 m: 07866 449028 c: James Harper e: j.harperfencing@gmail.com
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
ELECTRICIANS
FENCING
DG Solutions (Kent) Limited
Fox Electrical Contractors
Tate Fencing
Independent Offham Business Double Glazing Problems Solved t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk
Fault Finding, Repairs and Upgrades Windows, Doors, Locks & adjustments Misted Sealed Units, Handles and Hinges. Upgrade to A-rated energy efficient units. New Installation FENSA Insurance backed. Free telephone advice and call out. Over 30 yrs Exp. DRAINAGE & PLUMBING
a: Tonbridge m: 07712 635942 Ben 07778 027947 Patrick A friendly reliable family business with over 40 years experience. No job is too big or too small. Anything from replacing light fittings, switches and sockets, partial and full rewires, oustide lights and outside sockets, safety testing. Free Estimates. No call out charge. NICEIC Registered. EVENT GUIDE
For all your drainage needs. Fast and reliable service. Emergency 24 hours. All blockages. Domestic and commercial. All plumbing work.
What’s On In Tonbridge A free guide to what’s going on in Tonbridge from Tonbridge Town Team.
FENCING
Crestala Fencing Centre
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Forever Living Products
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FITNESS & WELLBEING
Ferdurco Solutions Limited
t: 01732 252112 e: enquiries@fedurcosolutions.co.uk www.ferdurcosolutions.co.uk
t: 01732 852596 e: sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk
a: South Farm, Langton Green Tunbridge Wells, TN39 9JN t: 01892 864646 e: info@crestalafencing.co.uk www.crestalafencing.co.uk
m: 07939 248983 c: Anna Marshall e: info@annaforeverhealthy.co.uk www.annaforeverhealthy.co.uk Three programmes to help you kickstart your transformation and create good habits for life. Forever have many different products to enhance your life so why not have a party with friends at own home and try some of them. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
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Suppliers of fencing, gates and decking for DIY or trade. Est. 1965. (See Colour Ad On Page 6)
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Wayne’s Gardens
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Garage Door Associates
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 GARDEN LANDSCAPERS
Checkley Landscapes
t: 01732 351044 m: 07980 821795 c: Eddie Checkley e: ejcheckley@hotmail.co.uk For all your installations and complete garden designs. Patios, driveways, retaining walls in timber or brickwork, steps, decking, all types of fencing, planting designs. No job too small. Free Quotations.
t: 01732 852022 m: 07979 751239 e: waynemvidler@gmail.com All aspects of hard & soft landscaping. Tree & hedge work. Border work. Lawn/garden maintenance. Turfing. Decking. Raised beds. Fencing. Paths & Patios. Brick walls. Garden clearances. Pressure cleaning. Free estimates and advice. GARDEN LANDSCAPE & DESIGN
Utopian landscape + design Ltd. Time to create your ideal outdoor space and give you a garden to love and enjoy ready for this summer. Full garden design and implemetation service, free initial consultation and site visit. Please visit our website. Tel: 01732 773 821 Mobile: 07811 374319 Contact: Stephen J Johnson www.utopianlandscapeanddesign.com GARDEN MAINTENANCE
Garden Maintenance Freephone: 0800 511 8081 Contact: 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.
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GAS & HEATING SERVICES
Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating t: 01622 725558 m: 07968 424228 e: ben@bpterry.co.uk
Experienced Qualified Plumbing and Heating Engineer offers; Free Quotations for all your heating and plumbing requirements, No job too small, All calls handled promptly and efficiently. (See Colour Ad On Page 5) GAS & HEATING SERVICES
DTH HEATING Full central heating systems installations. Boiler service, repairs and general plumbing. Genuine 24 hour call out service. Fully insured, CIPHE Plumber. 20 years industry experience. KCC ‘Trading Standards Approved’ Contact: Dave Humphrey AIPHE RP t: 01892 824763 m: 07760 425099 e: dth.heating@btinternet.com
GARDEN LANDSCAPERS
GARDEN MAINTENANCE
GAS & HEATING SERVICES
Coe’s Landscapes
Summit Gardens
Wicks Gas
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.
t: 01892 833000 m: 07932 184440 c: Jason Large e: jason@summitgardens.co.uk www.summitgardens.co.uk Professional Garden Care. Specialist in maintenance and development of existing gardens. Expert pruning, plant knowledge & planting. Turfing, lawn maintenance, strimming, hedge cutting, weeding. Horticulturally qualified. Over 14 years of experience.Friendly and reliable service.
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t: 01732 883544 m: 07748 780811 c: Gerald Wicks e: wicksgas@btinternet.com Service, repair & installation of central heating, boilers, cookers, fires, warm air units. Power flushing, plumbing, landlord certificates, free advice/quotation. Gas Safe registered and insured.
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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 4 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 6) HAIRDRESSER
Linda’s Hair at Home
Friendly Personal Hairdresser Linda McDonald L’Oréal & London Trained International Experience Very Competitive Rates 10% off Family and Friends group Bookings Please call Linda on 07810 748073
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PEST CONTROL
LOFT LADDERS Tel: 01732 840744 Mobile: 07751 256725 FREE ESTIMATES Loft ladders supplied and fitted with a hinged hatch. Also loft flooring. Qualified City & Guilds carpenter. Fully insured for your peace of mind. All work guaranteed. 30 years exp.
HF PEST CONTROL
Wasp nest removal -£35 inc vat
BPCA LEVEL 2 Pest technician
Family run business - over 30 Years exp.
All pests covered inc rats, mice, ants, fleas and pigeons. Next day service guaranteed. No obligation quotation. Won’t be beaten for service by any other.
www.hfpestandbirdcontrol.co.uk 01732 446454
MONEY SAVING
PLASTERERS
Utility Warehouse
Taylor Plastering and General Building
Authorised Distributor t: 01732 521494 m: 07912 878830 c: Jane www.save-moneywithme.co.uk
t: 01732 361771 m: 07831 136013 c: Scott Taylor e: giggs1977@live.com
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. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
HANDYMAN
Dave’s Property Maintenance
m: 07873 526169 e: davidnwood66@btinternet.com Qualified plumber. Kitchens/Bathrooms fitted. Taps and radiators replaced/fitted. Plastering and painting. Windows fitted. Laminate flooring, Wall/Floor tiling. Fully insured & no callout/quote fee. All the little jobs covered, reasonable rates.
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Friendly and reliable service with over 20 years experience. Call today for a free quote.
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HOMECARE
OVEN CLEANERS
PLUMBERS
Age UK Sevenoaks & Tonbridge
Oven Angels
R. J. Plumbing
e: office@ageuksevenoaksandtonbridge.org.uk www.ageuksevenoaksandtonbridge.org.uk
Our Independent Living Support service provides regular support in your home. Registered charity 1088213.
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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 19th year. Prices from £45. Fully insured. As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.
m: 07590 665525 c: Ricky Jones e: rickyjplumbing@gmail.com Local reliable plumber. All domestic plumbing covered, from changing a washer in your dripping tap, to installing a full bathroom suite. Boiler servicing, full central heating installs, Landlord certificates & maintenance. No job too small, all work guaranteed, no call out charge, 10% discount to over 65’s.
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WINDOWS
TNP Nelson Plumbing
Howard Caine Conservatories
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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PRINTERS
t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: HowardCaine@Blueyonder.co.uk
T-W
20 years experience - Overhauls - Windows - Refurbishments - Porches 10yr Guarantee - Insurance backed Fully registered with FENSA Customer References Available. (See Colour Ad On Page 7)
TREE SURGEON
WINDOWS
Acacia Tree Care
Keith Bunyon
t: 01732 845104 m: 07812 344740 www.acaciatreecare.co.uk NPTC C&G Qualified, Fully insured. Tree work, Hedging, stumpgrinding, hard and soft landscaping, fencing and garden clear ups. Free consultation and written quotations
t: 01732 357376 m: 07885 644373 e: kjjbunyon@aol.com Local Consultant. 32 years exp. Energy efficient ‘A’ Rated and Triple Glazed Windows. High Security Bi-fold, Patio & Composite Doors. Bespoke Conservatories & Porches. Roofline - Fascias, cladding, bargeboards & gutters. Specialist repairs & refurbishments. GGF Member. FENSA registered. Government Approved Trustmark Co. Guarantee & Deposit Insurance. WHICH ‘Trusted Trader’ free quotations and advice.
ROOFING
WASTE REMOVAL
WINDOWS
Aquaguard Roofing
A.R.C.
Trade 2 Trade Windows Limited
a: Unit 3, Drayton Road, Tonbridge t: 01732 370424 e: clive@aquaguard.co.uk www.aquaguardroofing.co.uk Specialists in roofing works. Upvc fascias, gutters, tiling/slate works Chimney flashing/Repointing High performance Elastomeric felts & Dryseal Fibreglass systems Up to 20yrs guarantee. CORC Reg. Approved Member of ‘Checkatrade. com’. ROOFING
Cookies Building Ltd
t: 01732 667314 m: 07511 027479 c: Nick Cook e: cookiesbuilders@gmail.com f: cookies-building-ltd Specialising in residential projects including roofing and roof repairs, extensions, loft conversions, bricklaying and plastering. 30 years experience. Find us on Checkatrade and Facebook.
t: 01892 540421 m: 07393 368 077 e: arckent@gmx.com www.allyourrubbishcleared.co.uk www.facebook.com/ARCWaste Your friendly, local waste removal Company. Cost effective alternative to skips.
t: 01634 730053 www.t2twindows.com
Put the sizzle back into your Summer. Summer Sales Now On! 0% APR Representative Minimum 25% Deposit (See Colour Ad On Page 11)
TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6
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WINDOWS
Trade Glaze
a: Units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works Lower Road, East Farleigh Maidstone Kent ME15 0HD t: 01622 725444 f: 01622 721111 e: ad2000@btconnect.com www.trade-glaze.co.uk Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories. Top quality products with top quality service. (See Colour Ad On Back Page) WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK
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Useful local phone numbers AGE UK Sevenoaks Tonbridge and District 5 Bradford Street, Tonbridge 01732 366100
ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY 01892 835498
CHURCHES
New Life Church, The Old Ambulance Station, Speldhurst Rd, Tunbridge Wells TN4 0JA 01892 687050 Paddock Wood Baptist Church 01892 836786 St Andrews, Tonbridge 01732 770962 St Andrews Church, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood 01892 837617 St Mary’s Church, Hadlow www.stmaryshadlow.org.uk 01732 850238 St Philip’s, Tonbridge 01732 352416 saintphilips@tonbridgeparishchurch.org.uk St Justus Roman Catholic Church 01892 833699 St Saviour’s, Tonbridge 01732 770962 St Stephen’s Church, Waterloo Road, Tonbridge 01732 771977 Tonbridge Baptist Church 01732 352824 www.tonbridgebaptist.church Tonbridge Methodist Church, Higham Lane 01732 354338 Tonbridge Evangelical Free Church Tony Hanson 01732 359389 Tonbridge Parish Church, Church Lane, Tonbridge TN9 1HD 01732 770962 x20 Independent Community Advice Centre, 64 Commercial Road, TN12 6DP 01892 838619
COUNCIL
Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council 01732 844522 Tunbridge Wells Borough Council 01892 526121
DOCTORS
Tonbridge Medical Group, 9 Higham Lane, Tonbridge. 01732 352907 Tonbridge Medical Group, 64 Pembury Road, Tonbridge. 01732 352907 East Peckham Surgery, The Pound, East Peckham. 01622 871540
Medical Centre, Hadlow Old School, School Lane, Hadlow. 01732 667443 Trenchwood Medical Centre, 264 Shipbourne Rd, Tonbridge. 01732 352784 Warders Medical Centre, 47 East Street, Tonbridge. 01732 770088 Woodlands Health Centre, Allington Road, Paddock Wood. 01892 833331
HOSPITALS
Tunbridge Wells Hospital 01892 823535
LOCAL HALLS
6 in 1 Club, Tonbridge. 01732 358883 Delarue Hall, Delarue Close, Tonbridge. 01732 367917 East Peckham Club, The Freehold, East Peckham www.eastpeckhamclub.co.uk 01622 871339 East Peckham Jubilee Hall Complex www.eastpeckham-pc.gov.uk 01622 871309 Five Oak Green United Church Hall, Badsell Road – chadmin@tudeley.org 01892 833241 Forsyth Hall, Bradford Street, Tonbridge (Part of Age Concern) 01732 366100 Goldsmid Hall, Tudely Lane, Tonbridge 01892 835137 Matfield Village Hall - Bev Holmans 01892 722317 Paddock Wood Function Hall, Maidstone Road - Kelly 01892 835674 Paddock Wood Masonic Hall, Maidstone Rd. PaddockWoodMasonicHall@gmail.com 07443 922735 St Andrews Church, Maidstone Rd, Paddock Wood – bookings@standrewspw.org.uk 07527 340113 St Justus Catholic Church Hall, Mount Pleasant, Paddock Wood - Joan 01982838495 St Philips, Salisbury Road, Tonbridge 01732 352416 Tonbridge Methodist Church, Higham Lane 01732 354338 Wesley Centre, Commercial Road, Paddock Wood. 01892 521384 PARKINSON’S UK Tunbridge Wells Branch, Gina 01892 782532, Sevenoaks Jackie 01732 360512
PHARMACIES
Clarke & Coleman, 140 High Street, Tonbridge 01732 353743 East Street Pharmacy, 47 East Street, Tonbridge 01732 770055 Field Pharmacy, 11 Old Road, East Peckham 01622 871409 G Currie, 4 York Parade, Shipbourne Road, Tonbridge. 01732 355550 Gosrani, 11 Martin Hardie Way, Tonbridge 01732 355956 Hadlow Pharmacy, The Square, Hadlow 01732 850259 Paddock Wood Pharmacy, 12 Commercial Road, Paddock Wood. 01892 833203 Quarry Hill Pharmacy, 25 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge. 01732 353950
POLICE 01622 690690
SAMARITANS 01892 532323
SCHOOLS
Brenchley and Matfield C Of E Primary School, Brenchley Rd, Tonbridge. 01892 722929 Cage Green Primary School, Cage Green Rd, Tonbridge. 01732 354325 Capel Primary School, Five Oak Green Rd. 01892 833919 East Peckham Primary School, 130 Pound Road. 01622 871268 Longmead School, Waveney Road, Tonbridge 01732 350601 Paddock Wood Primary School, Old Kent Rd, Paddock Wood. 01892 833654 St Margarets Clitherow Catholic Primary, Trench Rd, Tonbridge. 01732 358000 St Stephens Primary School, Royal Rise, Tonbridge. 01732 354143 Slade Primary School, The Slade, Tonbridge. 01732 350354 Woodlands Infant School, Higham School Rd, Tonbridge. 01732 353655
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Events MONDAYS
10.30-12noon Tots & Co at St Peter & St Paul Church, Tonbridge. Baby club for under 1’s.
7.45pm Insanity Live at Carroty Wood, Higham Lane, Tonbridge. Info: 07748941101
9.30am Zumba at the Angel Centre
(1st) 12noon Jazz Club, Hadlow Manor Hotel. Sussex Jazz Kings 01403 822 660
8.30pm Morris Dancing. St. Georges Hall, Wrotham, TN15 7AB. Male dancers welcome.
(Term) 1:15-2:45pm Tots & Co at St Philip’s Church, Salisbury Road, Tonbridge. Parent/ Carer & Toddler group for 0-4 year olds.
8.45pm Fitness Yoga at Carroty Wood, Higham Lane, Tonbridge. Info: 07748 941101
9.30am Baby Yoga at Peak Fitness, Ton. 9.30–10.30am Yoga The Ananda Clinic, Tonbridge. Lauren 07739 134 258 9.30-10.30am Pilates Masonic Hall Paddock Wood. Leisha 07860533102 9.30-11.30am (Term time) Little Stars Pre School at Tonbridge Baptist Church. £1.50p/f 9.45-11.15am term-time only, Little Pickles – St Andrew’s Church, PW. Call 01892 837617. 11am at Click Singles at Barsley’s Department Store in Paddock Wood for a Coffee Morning 2-4.30pm Paddock Wood Bowls Club roll up open to new members.07790 506290 6pm-8pm Dressmaking for summer course, Call 01732 352793 Hillview Friends Education 6.30pm PW Ladies Joggers Mixed ability at Commercial Rd carpark, PW.
5.30pm & 7.30pm Slimming World at St Luke’s Hall, St Luke’s Rd, TW. 07738 681969 6-7.30pm Mascalls Youth Centre open for 11-13 year olds 50p. 6.30pm Paddock Wood Ladies Joggers.New beginners Commercial Rd car park, PW. 7pm Zumba at Yalding Village Hall. All welcome! Tanya 07531 839159 7-8pm Pilates Class. All abilities. Hugh Christie School. Call Emma on 07984 646317 7.30-8.30pm Mascalls Youth Centre open for 14-19 year olds. 50p.
7.30pm Beginners2Runners at Paddock Wood Primary School. 0-5K in 10 weeks!
7.30-9.30pm Woods Badminton Club, Sports Hall adjacent to Mascalls Youth Centre. New members welcome. Tel 01892 836284
8pm Zumba at Wateringbury Primary School. All welcome! Tanya 07531 839159
7.45pm Body Moves Dance Fitness, Paddock Wood Primary School, 01892 836079
TUESDAYS
7.45-9.45pm Circle Dancing at St Andrews Church, PW. £4. Sue 01892 510651
(Term time) 9:30-11am Teddies Toddler at St. Peter & St. Paul’s Parish Church, Tonbridge.
THURSDAYS
9.30 and 10.45 pilates Class at he Ananda Clinic, Tonbridge. Emma on 07984 646317
(Term time) 9-11am Babes in the Church at the Methodist Church, Higham Lane.
10.30am Insanity Live at St Stephen’s Comm. Centre, Waterloo Rd, Tonbridge. 07748941101
9-11am Shipbourne Farmers’ Market next to the Chaser.
3.30, 5.30 & 7.30pm Slimming World at St Andrew’s Church, M/stone Rd. 07738 681969
9.30-10.30am Back Care Class at the Ananda Clinic, Tonbridge. 07970 823533
6.30-8.30pm Mascalls Youth Centre open for SEN young people. Only £1
10am-Noon Hadlow Seniors Pop In Club at Hadlow Old School Hall. 01732 850516 / 850413
7pm Zumba at Wateringbury Village Hall. All welcome! Tanya 07531 839159 (2nd) 7.30pm for 8.00pm Hadlow Flower Club, Old School Hall, TN11 0EH. Visitors £6. Shirley 01732 367173 / Mary 01732 851212 (3rd) 7.30pm Hadlow WI in the Old School Hall, School Lane,TN11 0EH. Visitors £4 (4th) 7.30 for 8pm Hadlow Historical Society, St Mary’s Church. Mr Bush 01732 850666
WEDNESDAYS 9.30am Body Blast at the Angel Centre 9.30am Slimming World at St Andrew’s Church, Maidstone Rd. Simone 07738 681969 9.30-10.30am Nifty Fifties Fitness at Masonic Hall Paddock Wood Leisha 07860533102 10am-12noon New Meditation group in North Ton. £15 per session PAYG. 07932 023 340 10-12noon Open House, Tonbridge Baptist Church. Enjoy tea, biscuits and a chat. 10.15am – 11.15am Yoga The Ananda Clinic, Tonbridge, Lauren 07739 134 258
10-12noon Open House, Tonbridge Baptist Church. Enjoy tea, biscuits and a chat. 10.20am T&MBC Healthy Walks. 40 min walk starting at Hadlow Square. 01732 876347 11.30am Body Blast at the Angel Centre (1st) 2pm Paddock Wood WI, Wallis Room, St Andrews Church, PW. 01892 832130. 2-3.30pm Line Dancing. Day Centre Dowding House PW. Beginners welcome. £4.50
FRIDAYS 9.30am Piloxing at the Angel Centre 10am–12pm New Meditation group in North Tonbridge. £15 per session PAYG. 07932 023 340 melody@bydivinedesign.co.uk 10-12noon Open House, Tonbridge Baptist Church. Enjoy tea, biscuits and a chat. 10.30am-12noon Open House – a drop-in coffee and chat morning with occasional speakers and lunches at St Andrew’s Church, Paddock Wood. Enquiries to 01892 837617. 2-3.30pm Line Dancing at Day Centre, PW Beginners Welcome £4. Info 07703 454455
SATURDAYS 9.30-11am Lauren Sarah Mind and Body flow at The Ananda Clinic, Tonbridge
SUNDAYS (2nd) of the month 9.30am-1.30pm Tonbridge Farmers’ Market in Sovereign Way, TN9 1RG 3-4pm Walking Football at Tonbridge School Centre. Members and non-members welcome, £3. Turn up or book 01732 304111
...ALSO THIS MONTH Saturday 15 July 12noon to 4pm PW Bowls Club Free Bowls4Fun Open Day. Enjoyable, sociable, rewarding, healthy and satisfying. Sunday 16 July Summer Funday at Longmead Stadium, TN0 3JW. Free event. www.tonbridge-funday.co.uk (See ad) Sunday 16 July Tonbridge Lions Club, Classic Car Tour. info@tonbridgelions.co.uk. www.tonbridgelions.co.uk Paddock Wood Choral Society at St Andrew’s Church welcomes new members who have an interest in singing and would like to give us a try! Weekly rehearsals are every Tuesday evening. Contact 01892 833232 for info.
(3rd) 2-4pm Kent Active Retirement Fellowship, Tonbridge at the Baptist Church Hall, Darenth Avenue. We welcome anybody who has a KCC pension. (01892 526797)
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(1st) 7.30pm Tonbridge Winemakers in the Judd Suite, Angel Centre, Tonbridge.
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(4th) 7.30pm North Tonbridge Flower Arrangers, Medway Hall, Angel Centre. £6. 01892 533851. (4th) 7.30pm PW Flower Club at Day Centre, Commerical Road. £5 01892 836932. 7.30pm Beginners2Runners at Paddock Wood Primary School. 0-5K in 10 weeks!