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Welcome Hi everyone welcome to the April edition. Spring is sprung, the grass is riz, I wonder where the birdies is. The bird is on the wing, no, that’s absurd, the wing is on the bird! My dad used to recite this poem (often) while I was growing up, now when the first signs of spring appear it’s the first thing that pops into my mind. The next thing that comes to mind is “What will we do this year to make the most of the great outdoors, and at the same time create some great memories? Although Easter is on the way, it’s still very early to count on the weather, but as soon as the sun shines I’ll be out there lapping it up. Last year we invested in a gas BBQ for a big family get together. We couldn’t wait to try it out, so we arranged for my brother and sisterin-law to help us! We had a drink or two while the food cooked, then we ate until we were full and turned the BBQ off. An hour or so later we felt peckish again, so we turned the BBQ back on and did the same again. Then even later still, the BBQ was turned on yet again. It was then that I fully understood the advantage of a gas BBQ, the ability to turn it on at a moment’s notice and immediately prepare your food (if there’s any left!). What was planned as a BBQ practice run turned into a 12 hour BBQ Marathon. Needless to say we all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! If the weather allows, I know what I’ll be doing this Easter weekend! Keep your fingers crossed for some great weather and have a wonderful Easter.

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fine compost perfect for seed sowing. If you sieve it straight into the pots, cells or trays, make sure you collect up any that falls on the surface below. Once the compost is in the tray or pot, firm it down so that there are no large gaps beneath the surface, as you don’t want subsidence later on. Levelling it off will make it easier to ensure the seeds are all sown evenly and at the same depth. You can make your own tamper using a piece of wood with a small block of wood nailed to it to make a ‘handle’. When it comes to sowing the seed, it is worth remembering that it is easier to look after the seedlings later on if the seed has been sown in rows, rather than randomly scattered. Straight rows are easily made using a plastic plant label. Check the seed packets for the precise depths at which the seed needs to be sown

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The Garden as this will differ from variety to variety. If you are sowing seeds in small cells then it is easier to make the holes using a dibber. If you don’t have one, a pencil works perfectly well! RootTrainers are particularly useful for larger seeds such as sunflowers. Sowing the seed thinly along the drills in a seed tray makes life easier later on. Sown too densely, the seedlings that emerge will need more thinning out, and will be more likely to become drawn, leggy and weak, whereas given a bit more space they tend to be a lot sturdier. Once in place, just cover the seed with compost. If you are sowing larger seed into cells, just pop the seeds in to the prepared holes and cover to the required depth. The ideal sowing depth will be stated on the seed packet – it is not too exact

a science, but it is best to get it about right! When all the seeds are sown, use a watering can with the rose attached to water the compost thoroughly. If the seed sown was quite small then it is best to water the compost by standing the tray in a shallow tray or bowl of water, and allow the compost to absorb the water from below – this way the seeds are less likely to be displaced. Finally, don’t forget to label your seed trays clearly, ideally with a permanent marker. You may think you’ll remember what is in each tray, but seedlings don’t always resemble the full-grown plants that closely. Many perennials need heat for the seed to germinate reliably. Put the trays, pots or cells into a propagator, standing each on moist capillary

matting. Once the seedlings appear, gradually lower the temperature and then prick each one out into its own pot. Allow them to grow on, keeping them fed and watered as necessary. In just a few weeks or months you can have some great plants ready for the garden. Visit Pippa’s website www. pippagreenwood.com to buy gorgeous UK grown vegetable plants accompanied by weekly advice emails from Pippa, or to peruse the really useful selection of Pippa’s favourite gardening items including SpeedHoes, SpeedWeeders, raised bed kits, Nemaslug and other nematode controls for leather jackets, vine weevils and other pests, pull-out EasyTunnels, signed books and lots more besides.

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Home & Interiors Refresh Your Home For Spring away; don’t let worn out, unusable and unnecessary items take up much-needed space. Let go of them and you’re bound to feel better: it’s like therapy for your interior.

As our gardens start to grow and blossom fills the trees, it’s time to think about refreshing and reenergising our homes ready for a stylish spring. Clear the clutter There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned tidy up to make your home feel re-booted. Heavy winter duvets, furry throws and cable-knit hot water bottles can all be stored out of the way, while at the same time this is a good opportunity to go through shelves and cupboards and get rid of anything you no longer need. Give it to charity, hold a car boot sale, sell it in on Ebay – whatever works best. If it’s broken, mend it or throw it

Clean house Now that you have lots of lovely clear space, you will probably notice that some of your house could do with an extra-special deep clean. How good will you feel when you have washed down your front door, wiped all your shelves and light fittings, shampooed your rugs, washed your loose covers and curtains and taken your duvets to the launderette? To say nothing of cleaning your mirrors and windows – there’s nothing like a bit of scrunched-up newspaper and white vinegar for giving them a wonderful sparkle. Have a brush with paint Take a long hard look at your paintwork. Be honest: has some of it seen better days? Perhaps windows need sanding and repainting, or door frames need touch-ups where they’ve had knocks and bashes over the years? Or maybe a whole room could do with a makeover? You simply can’t beat the spick-andspan look of a newly painted space; it’s a relatively quick and inexpensive DIY job that creates

By Katherine Sorrell an overall impression going above and beyond the effort involved. Introduce colour Now’s the time to ditch dark, heavy and gloomy winter shades and get fresh with spring-like colour. Yellow, blue and green are all traditionally associated with spring – and it just so happens that Pantone’s colour of the year is gorgeous ‘Greenery’, described as ‘a fresh and zesty yellow-green shade that evokes the first days of spring when nature’s greens revive, restore and renew’. Use liberally with plenty of bright white for a really clean, fresh look for the season. Include a dash of pattern Your clean, clear backdrop of pale spring colours is perfect for adding pops of pattern to make an impact. Chevrons are still having a moment, as are triangles and geometrics in general (especially if they have a tribal feel), as well as tropicals, textures (think chunky knits or grassy weaves), graphic botanicals such as ferns and leaves and the natural patterns of marble and stone. Up your game with accessories Out with the old and in with the new: replace accessories that have seen better days with

The Home on-trend items such as cushions and throws, duvet covers, vases, prints, small storage containers, mirrors, clocks, table lamps and plants (quick tip: grab a succulent, a cactus or an air plant for fashion-forward houseplant style). You really don’t have to spend a fortune to overhaul your look dramatically.

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Add some scent We all want a beautifully scented home – but instead of artificial air fresheners, whether spray or plugin, use scented candles, avoiding paraffin-based ones in favour of natural wax. Alternatively, try reed diffusers with essential oils, or simply arrange locally sourced, scented flowers (the ones imported from abroad don’t tend to smell so good). And one last thing – if possible, try to dry your laundry in the sunshine outdoors – you just can’t beat that beautiful fresh smell.

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Give the classic hot cross bun a delicious twist with the addition of chocolate chips, orange zest and piped chocolate crosses!

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• 1/2 tsp salt • 2 tsp ground mixed spice • Zest of 1 orange

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• 50g caster sugar • 1 x 7g sachet easyblend or fast-action dried yeast

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• 300ml hand-hot milk • 55g butter, cubed • 1 large egg, beaten

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W h a t’s O n Tenterden & District Horticultural Society. Friday 7th April “Growing and showing hardy fuchsias” by Mr Derek Dexter at St Mildred’s Church Hall, Tenterden at 7.30pm. Derek will demonstrate how to grow fuchsias successfully, from cuttings to flowing plants. Fuchsia plants will also be available to purchase. SEWING ROOM SALE Saturday 8th April 10am - 12noon Victory Hall Hamstreet Sale of unwanted fabrics, wools, trimmings and craft pieces. Turn out your excess pieces and buy some more! 01233 732684 Little Chart Spring Flower Show will be held Saturday 8th April in the Parish Hall at 3pm . Entries welcome . Schedules available from Julie Lilwall at julielilwall@hotmail.uk [for setting up times see schedule] . Come along and enjoy the show even if you do not wish to make entries. Spiritualist Meetings held every Saturday evening, at Highbury Hall. Highbury Lane. Tenterden. TN30 6LE. 6.30pm start, doors open by 6pm, April 8th - Jill Larking, Auragraph readings, £5. April 15th - Stephen Morrell. Donations. April 22nd - Mary Ward. £4. April 29th - Barbara Almond. Donations. Refreshments, all are welcomed. Ashford Flower Club is hosting a floral art demonstration Tuesday 18th April by Helen Hare entitled ‘East to West’. It takes place at Furley Hall, Maidstone Road, Ashford TN24 8TX, starting at 7.30pm. We welcome anyone interested in flower arranging - visitors tickets £3.00 at the door. The Weald of Kent Computer Club will meet on Wednesday 19th April in Biddenden New Village Hall at 7.30 pm. This evening Phil Birch from Highway Support will give a talk on “ Artificial Intelligence - how it affects YOU”. Annual membership is £10.00. Non-members are welcome at £2 a visit. Full details: http://www. wealdofkentcomputerclub.co.uk/ Enquiries: secretarywkcc@yahoo.co.uk The Biddenden Horticultural Society meets on Wednesday 26th April in the New Village Hall (7:15pm for 7:30pm start) The topic this evening ‘English Gardening – The Start of the Art’. A talk given by Anna Parkinson on medicinal plants, their use past and present. We will also have our ‘Plant Swap’ – bring along a plant and take a different one home. Members fees are £2,

Sunday in May at 10am just for a couple of hours, we can be found behind the tennis courts at the Sport and Social Club, Swan Lane. Bowling at Sellindge is for any one over the age of 13 (but anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult) and free coaching will be available, equipment will be provided but all we ask is that you wear flat smooth soled shoes. If you would like any more information please call 01303 230983 or 01303 268889 or just turn up, we look forward to welcoming you Woodchurch Art Society will be holding their popular annual Art Exhibition at the Woodchurch Memorial Hall Friday 26th May 7 - 9pm, Saturday 27th May 10am -4pm and Sunday 28th 10am - 4pm. Over 200 paintings on display, artist in residence. Have a go Joe’ for the children, raffle, cards and tombola. Delicious home made cakes and refreshments. Everyone welcome, FREE ENTRY

Non Members £3. Annual membership £5. New members always welcome. Contact Irene on 01580 291777 or Lesley on 01580 291931. The Five Church Walk Monday 1st May. The walk starts at 10am from Chilham, Godmersham, Boughton Aluph, Challock or Molash church. You can start when and where you like. This is a sponsored walk in aid of the churches, Kent Air Ambulance and the Pilgrims Hospices. Funds raised are distributed according to your wishes. Those without sponsors are welcome and are asked to make a minimum donation of £5. The churches also have loos and home-made refreshments to offer while you take a welcome break. For more info or for entry and sponsorship forms, contact any of the churches, charities or go to www.thefivechurchwalk.co.uk or phone 01233 641913. Biddenden Flower Festival “Books in Bloom” Saturday 27th May - Monday 29th May 10am5pm at All Saints Church Biddenden. Free Admission. Stunning floral displays, Refreshments, music. “Songs of Praise service 6pm Sun. Contact 01580291463 Sellindge and District Bowls Club will be holding open days if you would like to try bowling. Every

Hamstreet Victory Hall, Craft Classes are held on the 1st Thursday of the month between 2pm& 4pm. We paint furniture, crochet, knit, sew etc, and emjoy a chat and a cuppa. We are a friendly group and you will be made very welcome. Contact Ann on 07989 586575 for more information. Flower Arranging classes are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month between 2pm & 4pm. If you enjoy flowers and would like to join our friendly group you will be made very welcome. Contact Angela on 01233 732833 or Ann on 07989 586575 for more information.

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Clubs & Societies African Drumming Group Thurs 7-9pm at The Birches Nickley Wood Shadoxhurst TN26 1LZ. Contact Leslie Ross on 01233733387. Please call prior to coming so that spare drums can be organised. Ashford Astronomical Society meets at Woodchurch Memorial Hall on the last Friday of every month. Meetings start at 7.30pm and are open to all. There are informative talks, star-gazing sessions. Further details can be found by emailing secretary@ashfordastro.org.uk. Ashford Decorative & Fine Arts Society (part of NADFAS). A great way to expand your knowledge of the arts, with inspiring monthly lectures given by some of the countries top experts, together with days of special interest and arts visits. All lectures are in Aldington Village Hall, usually on the third Tuesday of each month, from Sept to June. Membership is open to all. See www.ashforddfas.org.uk Ashford Writers is a friendly group for writers of all experience and abilities. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month in The Queen’s Head, Kingsnorth at 7pm. Admission £1. Visit www. meetup.com/Ashford-Writers/ or email cathywhite@ outlook.com for more information. Bethersden Art Group meets 7:30pm on Thursdays. All abilities welcome. Contact Jen 01-233-820247. Craft Workshop, Victory Hall, Hamstreet These are intended to be on the 1st Thursday of every month. Knitting, crochet, sewing, furniture painting Dancing for Fun Come and learn a wide range of wonderful dances, from 17th Century Jane Austen style dances to 21st Century Ceilidh Dances, including American Contra Dance, English Barn Dance, Contra Waltzing and the Polka! Great low impact exercise! No experience or partner required! Have fun, get fitter and meet new people! No need to book - just turn up! Every Monday 7:45pm - 22:30pm at Hothfield Village Hall, Park Drive, Hothfield, Ashford TN26 1EQ www.contrafusion.co.uk 01233 625 362 East Kent Morris Men and Women: Do you like dancing, drinking, socialising, music, having fun? Then why not try Morris Dancing? We are recruiting now for new members. This is a mixed side of women and men dancing together. Weekly Wednesday dance practices start again on September 21st at Mountbatten Hall, Mersham from 8pm to 10pm; afterwards we practise drinking in the pub opposite, the Farrier’s Arms! We dance Cotswold style Morris; this is the handkerchief waving and stick clashing variety. No experience required. Why not give it a try? Find us on Facebook or call John on 01233 625 362

ENJOY LEARNING offers enjoyable adult classes in NEW ROMNEY, DYMCHURCH and HYTHE. We teach ART APPRECIATION & SPANISH CLASSES. The Spanish Classes are not for complete beginners, but if you have done a bit of Spanish in the past and would like to brush up your skills, the classes might be suitable. Classes cost £5, payable weekly. For further details contact ANDREW and DEBBY on 01303 875542 Friendly Pop In Centre, Woodchurch, For The Over 60’S. Lower Road Woodchurch TN26 3SQ. Next door to Woodchurch Community Centre.Every Wednesday afternoon 2 to 4pm. Relax with friends. Also play, crazy golf, table tennis, air hockey,bowls or just have a good chat. Hairdresser every 3rd Wednesday. Tea, coffee, & cakes inside or on the lawn. You are very welcome. Tel Richard 07798566849 Hamstreet Baby & Toddler Group meet every Wednesday (term time only) in the Victory Hall from 9.30-11.30pm Call Hannah 01233 733863 for more. Hamstreet Sports & Leisure Assoc The ground floor can be hired for sports changing which consists of male and female changing, Showers and disabled wet room. Along with the field and the multi use courts,we also have the top floor of the pavilion which consist of 2 rooms an office and a Lounge / Bar, we hire this out for small functions of 60 people, the building has disabled access and to the first floor we have a wheel chair lift. The pavilion also has a small fitted kitchen.

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JAGER Electrical Services, based in Bethersden, are a full service design and installation company with a wide range of experience. Our commitment to excellent customer service and high standards means we understand our client’s individual needs and consistently deliver as promised - on time. Our reputation in electrical installations ensures professionalism and reliability to an impressive range of clients in the domestic, commercial and industrial sectors. A high standard of work and service with competitive prices genuine value is delivered to all clients, whether they are day to day domestic jobs or large multi-sited contracts. Our Services Include:

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Fixed Installation Testing PAT Testing (Portable Appliance Testing) Residential rewiring projects Commercial / Industrial design & installation Housing new builds Test and inspection Data and communications cabling CCTV Cable installation Display and Exterior lighting Low voltage lighting Emergency lighting LED lighting installer Alarm systems Intercom systems Electric gate systems

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Fire alarm installations General upgrade works

We are committed to forward thinking to provide the most up to date electrical solutions and creative solutions for our clients’ full requirements. We are a full service design and installation company with a wide range of experience and expertise. Our commitment to excellent customer service and high standards means we understand our client’s individual needs and consistently deliver as promised and on time.

J.A.G.E.R

Electrical Contractors Unit 1, Mill Farm Business Untis, Bethersden TN26 3DB Professional, reliable service you can trust!

All Electrical Works Undertaken

• Domestic • Commercial • Industrial

Design & Installation / Housing New Builds Residential Rewiring / Test & Inspection Data & Communication Cabling CCTV Cable Installation / Lighting Alarm Systems / Intercom Systems Electric Gate Systems

www.jagerelectricalltd.co.uk

Office: 01233 820400

James: 07912 030 574 Elliott: 07891 175 422

info@jagerelectricalltd.co.uk

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CONSERVATORY REPAIRS RESOLVING LEAKS, REPAIRS, CLEANING & MAINTAINING

M & C Conservatory Maintenance ‘Restoring Perfection to Your Conservatory’

• Cleaning • Maintenance & Repairs • Leadwork & Guttering • New Roofs • Misted/Broken Down Glass Units • Painting & Varnishing • Fully Insured

www.mcconservatories.co.uk

For a Free Quote Please Call

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Lancaster Builders (Kent) Ltd BEST MIX - Ready Mix Concrete/Screed Mixed on site: Pay only for what you need from 0.5metres Supply to Domestic / Building Contractors No Waste - No Danger to Environment Barrow Service Available Available 7 days a week

0785 011 5218 / 0756 842 9497

01233 720889

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Industrial • Commercial • Domestic New Installations • General Electrical Repairs Showers / Extractor Fans • Energy Saving Advice Emergency Lighting • Solar Panels Garden Electrics • Inspection & PAT Testing Full and Part Rewires • Central Vacuum System • Under Floor Heating

Call: 01233 665107

E: laureng@tbelectrical.org.uk

FREE Quotations!

JMP Electrical are a friendly and reliable family run business offering All Domestic & Commercial Electrical Works Whether you need a light replacing or a complete rewire, we are here to help. All work undertaken. Please call James for a FREE quotation

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Electrical Contractor

• Local • Affordable • Reliable • NICEIC Approved From small domestic works to large commercial contracts undertaken. • New Installations • Re-wires • Emergency Lights • Fire Alarms • Testing • 24hr Emergency Call Out. Call for a free quotation on 01233 822410

Derek Hales

MASTER TILER

Specialist in all Forms of Wall and Floor Tiling

Les & Beth Fenton A Bespoke Design and Installation Service for Bath and Shower Rooms Other Domestic Plumbing and DIY Undertaken

Tel: 01233 732 807 Mobile: 07796 884 439

Clean, friendly and reliable For your free quotation call Derek

DELAMERE PLUMBING & DESIGN

e: bethles.fenton2@btinternet.com

07905 700 142 Mersham Based

Plumbing & Heating Services

All plumbing work undertaken no job too small! Burst pipes, Blockages, Taps, Pumps, Radiators & Drainage work. Bathroom & Shower Installation

Call: Michael on 01233 733779 or 07515 651 717 No Call Out Charge. 24hr Service

Delamere, Hornash Lane, Shadoxhurst, Ashford Kent TN26 1HX

TINA FRANCIS DOMESTIC ELECTRICIAN

New Installations Re-wires Additional or replacement Lights, sockets etc Mobile 07761 695101 Email – tinafrancis1@aol.com

Newchurch, Romney Marsh, TN29 0DH

Oil Heating & Oil Cookers R-OAK Services M. Oakley & O.Stanley - Oil-fired Specialists Breakdowns & Servicing • Boiler Installation • Power Flushing AGA, Rayburn, Alpha, Stanley, Worcester, Tel: 01233 770138 www.ohoc.co.uk Grant, Boulter, Potterton, Trianco and more... 36

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Brush Strokes

Jakeman & Jakeman Homecare Steve Jakeman

Handyman Painter & Decorator Interior & Exterior Decoration and Maintenance

General Painter & Decorator & Handyman - Internal & External Competitive Rates Free Quotations Trustworthy & Reliable - Public Liability Insured No job too big or too small

01233 625442 07910591393

219 Canterbury Road, Kennington, Ashford, Kent TN24 9QH

Jakeman-homecare@ntlworld.com

Call: Lee Brooker 01797 690025 M: 07990 575858 E: leebrooker11@gmail.com

HIGHCLERE CONSTRUCTION

The Ashford Building Contractors All Types of Building, Restoration & Maintenance Work Undertaken

Call John Cameron on

All quotations will of course be free of charge!

or 01233 624093

Qualified Tradesmen at Sensible Prices

07740 150 274

Useful Information Contact Mike Wharrad

Emergency 999 Police Neighbhd Team

Ashford & Tenterden 101 Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 Out of Hours Doctor 0845 4349655 William Harvey Hospital 01233 633331

0845 770 8090 0800 783 8866 0800 111 999 Details on tank

Age UK Ashford

SE Kent Multiple Sclerosis Soc 07767 326138 e: mssoutheast@gmail.com South East Kent Polio Branch NSPCC: Tenterden & District 01293 651840 CPRE Kent 01233 714540

www.samaritans.org

Doctors Surgery Hamstreet Surgery Parish Councils: Appledore: Bethersden: High Halden: Hothfield: Orlestone: Ruckinge: Shadoxhurst: Warehorne: Woodchurch: Ashford Borough Council www.ashford.gov.uk Ashford Gateway info@ashfordgateway.co.uk www.ashfordgateway.co.uk Tenterden Gateway Citizens Advice Bureau Veterinary Surgeons Vet - Montgomery Vets Ashford Volunteer Centre

www.eastkentstrokes.org

e: flamingo@btinternet.com.

Samaritans 116123 Electricity: Southern Electric EDF Energy Gas: Natural LPG

01233 623520

St. John Ambulance Brigade 01233 611 414 East Kent Strokes 01233 840448

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Royal Mail Residential Customer Services 08457 740740 Bus Enquiries Arriva Bus Enquiries (Travel Line) 0871 200 22 33 (Customer Services) 08456 00 22 99 National Train Enquiries www.nationalrail.co.uk Village Halls Appledore Bethersden Bilsington Bromley Green Road Hamstreet Hamstreet Pavilion

Graham Woodcock

High Halden Hothfield Kenardington Ruckinge Shadoxhurst St. Michaels Stubbs Cross Warehorne Woodchurch Woodchurch Scout & Guide Community Centre

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01303 813756 01233 665 535 01233 668 765

www.ageuk.org/ashford ageukashford.org@gmail.com

CARM www.carmromneymarsh.org.uk E: Carmromneymarsh@supanet.com Macmillan Cancer Support W: www.forget-me-nots.co.uk Royal British Legion 01233 620 167

Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s UK, Ashford Branch

High Pressure Jetting Service & Repair to Sewage treatment plants Soakaway Testing Cesspool Emptying Service

01233 840624

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