Cut off date for advertising in the September edition is 15th August
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Dear Readers
School’s out and the holidays are here! Whether that means time with the kids in the numerous local activities, parks and beaches not too far away, a flight away to sunnier climates or a chance to catch up on home and garden renovations, we hope the following pages will give you some inspiration.
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Student Hosts Needed in Your Area Would
*upto £7500 per year
Become a host family with MHS – Medway Homestays Ltd
MHS are looking for host families for our European short stay students and teachers in your area now! It’s fantastic opportunity to put your spare room to work and make additional income for those extra treats or just to help financially.
Being a host is a totally unique experience and an opportunity for you and your family to meet and learn about different cultures, maybe learn a new language and meet some lifelong friends along the way. You don’t have to be a family to host for MHS you can be single or retired, we are just looking for kind and welcoming homes for our guests.
What does hosting involve?
Guests will require a room to sleep and relax, they can share a room and if you have enough space in your home you can host up to four guests per stay. Guests spend their days either in class or on excursions. They will require breakfast, a packed lunch and evening meal. Guests need to be dropped off at our meeting point by 07:45 and we will require picking up around 19:00, leaving you free to go to work or continue with your day. Most importantly they need to feel welcomed and part of your home life. Our students
Our students are aged between 12 and 17 they are usually travelling with their school as part of a cultural educational trip and want to experience the British way. These stays last normally 3 to 7 nights. We also host students as part of our language immersion stay; these students usually attend language lessons as well as seeing some of our amazing attractions. These stays last between 6 and 14 nights. With both stays, students are out all day. What we guarantee.
• 24 hr support throughout the stay by your designated local organiser.
• Friendly Welcoming Team
• Confidence that you are working with one of the largest Homestay providers in the South East.
• Member of British Education and Travel Association (BETA) If you are interested check us out on www.medwayhomestay.com or contact us on: Lisa S - 07971 719114 Megan - 07973 732004 Lisa Y - 07766 720 313
With a printed distribution of 20,000
Every 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and full page colour advert comes with: A-Z category listing and a page on our website.
We can print, supply leaflets and distribute 1,000 to 20,000 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target.
This is our business and you will only speak to us!
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
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
Home Computer Help
t: 01732 220467
m: 07966 825265
c: Rob
e: hchelp194@gmail.com
Experienced IT Professional providing an in-home service. Computer setup. Virus removal Software installation. Internet & email troubleshooting. Training & advice. Fixed prices - no hourly rates.
Talking can make a difference info@amadeacounselling.co.uk 07412 819028
70 Churchill Square, Kings Hill West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU www.amadeacounselling.co.uk
Quote First5 to get 5% off first 5 sessions
DECORATORS
JP’s Decorating
m: 07956 874044 or 07944 126353
c: Phil
e: jpcookies4@yahoo.co.uk
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)
DECORATORS
Mark Standen Decorating Services
t: 01622 721428
m: 07845 744911
(See Colour Ad On Page 23)
DECORATORS
Decorating & Design by
Lucy-Anne
m: 07877 698948
e: lucyannesdecorating@hotmail.com
Fully qualified female decorator with over 20 years experience.
Interior painting, decorating, wallpapering and colour consultations. Virtually dust free sanding system. High quality work at competitive prices. Tidy, reliable service. Contact for FREE advice and quote. References available.
DECORATORS
Peter James Decorating
m: 07703 570320 or 07771 933953
e: contact@peterjamesdecorating.co.uk
Based in West Malling and servicing surrounding areas in Kent.
All aspects of domestic painting and wallpapering, virtually dust free sanding and no job is too small. City and Guilds qualified and fully insured.
Offering a professional and reliable service with competitive pricing.
DECORATORS
Rathbone Decorating Services
t: 01622 721491
m: 07753 487796
c: Robert
(See Colour Ad On Page 25)
CUT
DECORATORS
Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists
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.
DISTRIBUTORS WANTED
the local Oracle
t: 01732 795777 or 01732 521494
m: 07939 248983
e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk
If you like walking and fancy earning a little extra money, we’d love to hear from you.
Your own area with map and a week to deliver.
(See Colour Ad On Page 4)
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
DG Solutions (Kent) Limited
Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS TO: Windows, Doors and Conservatories
Broken Handles, Hinges, Locks, adjustments, Misted or Cracked Sealed Units, Upgrades, Letter Boxes, Cat Flap Installations.
Free Telephone Advice and Call Out
Over 30 years’ experience
G D - E F - G
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS
SOS Window Works
t: 01622 206690
m: 07779 006696
e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com
www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 25)
HAIR SALON DRIVEWAYS/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS
Bramko Ltd
m: 07899 894838
t: 01732 357660
c: Mark Killick
e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 19)
ELECTRICIANS
Advance Electrical Services
m: 07908 424091
e: info@advanceelectricalservices.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 17)
ELECTRICIANS
ASD Electrical Services
t: 01634 624555 or 01622 528190
e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 19)
FENCING
All Seasons Garden Fencing
t: 01732 844634
m: 07847 717553 (New Number)
c: Mark Steward
www.allseasonsgardenfencing.co.uk
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.
FLOORING
K2 Flooring
a: 14-16 High Street, West Malling
ME19 6QR
t: 01732 870900
www.k2flooring.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 23)
FUNERAL DIRECTORS
Viners On The Hill
a: 7 Queen Street, Kings Hill, ME19 4DA
t: 01732 600400
e: info@vinersonthehill.co.uk
www.vinersonthehill.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Front Page)
GARDEN LANDSCAPERS
Coe’s Landscapes
t: 07944 442442
c: Tim Coe
e: timcoe36@icloud.com
fb: facebook.com/coeslandscapes
www.coelandscapes.co.uk
Friendly family company Est.1970 All groundwork, footings & drainage undertaken. Large & small scale work. Free 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.
GARDEN SERVICES
Complete Garden Services Kent
m: 07958 254090
t: 01732 387347
c: Nick
e: info@cgsk.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 20)
(See Page 29 for details).
GARDEN LANDSCAPERS
A D Landscapes Ltd
a: Ightham
t: 01732 763114
t: 01732 440584
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.
e: allstarheatingandplumbing@ ahpinfo.co.uk
www.allstarheatingandplumbing.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 18)
t: freephone 0800 6894651
e: contact@kandbplumbing.co.uk
www.kandbplumbing.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 22)
MT Plumbing & Heating Services
m: 07771 880291
e:mtboilers66@gmail.com
www.mtplumbingheatingservices.co.uk
We cover all heating and gas works. New Boiler installation. Service & repair
Vaillant Boiler Specialist. Servicing, repairs and systems upgrades. Fully insured.
40 years knowledge and experience.
GATES
CPS Ltd
t: 01622 202577
m: 07813 925125
e: sales@cpskent.com www.cpskent.co.uk
Gate automation, gate repairs, installation and maintenance.. Electric gate manufacture.
Remote garden lighting. Call/door entry systems and CCTV.
GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS
Bramko Ltd
Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838
e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk
NPTC Qualified
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. Also see my drive and patio cleaning advert on page 19
HANDYMAN
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
Smoking woodships in Oak, Apple, Cherry and Hickory.
Get It Repaired
a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill
ME19 4YU
t: 01732 525818
www.getitrepaired.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Back Page)
PET SERVICES
Leading Paws Dog Walking and Training Academy
m: 07590 316603
e: Lizzie@leadingpaws.co.uk
www.leadingpaws.co.uk
Dog Walking - Group and Solo Puppy Pop-ins
Cat feeding Puppy and Dog Training classes
Agility and Scentwork Classes
Home boarding and Pet Sitting Services.
OVEN CLEANERS
Oven Wizards
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.
PLUMBERS
K&B Plumbing & Heating Ltd
t: freephone 0800 6894651
e: contact@kandbplumbing.co.uk
www.kandbplumbing.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 22)
Distinctive Paving
t: 01795 394265
m: 07525 379214
www.distinctive-paving.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 20)
PLUMBERS
MT Plumbing & Heating Services
m: 07771 880291
e:mtboilers66@gmail.com
www.mtplumbingheatingservices.co.uk
We cover all heating and gas works. New Boiler installation. Service & repair
Fully insured Domestic & Commerical moves without the stress. Over 175 Five star reviews. Vetted by Checkatrade. Removals, storage, packing, clearances, man and van services. Competitive quotes.
c: Tom Holland office@hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk www.hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk
Flat Roofing Specialists - Installers of high performance flat roofing systems. Our quotes are free of charge and arranged at a time that’s convenient for you. All work is insuranced backed guaranteed. Members of the Confederation of Roofing Contractors. (CORC)
ROOFING
William Kent & Sons Roofing
t: 01732 824059
m: 07778 586865
All roof work undertaken: roofing repairs, renewals, flat roofs, new roofs, lead work, slate, tiles & chimneys. UVPC fascias & soffits & guttering. Lofts insulated fitted. All exterior decorating. All work guaranteed. No job too small. Free quotation. Family run business. Registered waste carrier.
SCRAP METAL
CLEARANCE
TLC Scrap Metal
t: 07804 057096
c: Tom Calvert
Man with flat-bed truck available for free metal collection. Clearance work undertaken 90% of rubbish recycled. Fully licensed to remove and transport scrap and rubbish.
SOLICITORS
Diligent Law Solicitors
a: 20 Churchill Square, ME19 4YU
t: 01732 316000
e: info@diligentlaw.co.uk
www.diligentlaw.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 13)
SOLICITORS
Laker Legal Solicitors
t: 01732 757071
e: info@lakerlegal.co.uk
www.lakerlegal.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 15)
SOLICITORS
Markham Family Law
a: 43 Swan Street, ME19 6HF
t: 01622 234242
e: enquiries@mflaw.co.uk
www.mflaw.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 16)
CUT OFF DATE
TREE SURGERY
M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping
t: 01634 323960
m: 07748 848598
c: Matthew Dighton
e: matthewdighton@gmail.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 23)
UPHOLSTERY
Interior Decor
t: 01732 870455
m: 07941 155908
e: interiordecor@hotmail.co.uk
Upholstery recovered and repaired
Tailormade Loose covers
Cushion interior replacement service
Fabrics supplied
Local Reliable Service
Over 35 Years Experience City and Guilds Qualified
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.
e: info@hart-time.co.uk www.hart-time.co.uk
WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING
Humphrey & Scace
t: 01732 252540
e: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk
www.humphreyandscace.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 14)
WINDOWS &
REPAIRS
The Window Man
m: 07961 442810
e: johnnytheglass@gmail.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 25)
House, Sir Thomas Longley Road, Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4DP
Seaplane
Come and meet other local businesses in ME19 with the opportunity to join our business group, working with the community.
Check out our new website for more information.
westmallingchamberofcommerce.co.uk
Conservatory too Hot in the Summer? or too Cold in the Winter?
Here at Howard Caine Conservatories, we are able to offer an all year round solution. Why not replace your existing roof glass or polycarbonate with the latest climate control heat-guard materials.
Go green and make your existing windows more energy efficient with less heat loss and lower heating bills.
We also specialise in the following
* New Conservatories
* Refurbishment
* Window/Doors
* Overhauls
* Soffits/Facia
* Misted / broken units
* Guttering
* Handles/Hinges
* Fensa Registered
* Fully insured
* Garage Doors
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Leaflet Print & Distribution
5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just £345+vat
Rathbone Decorating Services
t: 01622 721491 m: 07753 487796
Painting and decorating. Interior and exterior.
Special rates for pensioners.
Wallpapering and coving. Free estimates. Friendly personal services.
THE WINDOW MAN
Sash cords replaced. Greenhouses repaired. Windows supplied. Mirrors supplied and fitted.
Broken glass repaired & fitted. New handles supplied & fitted. Broken double glazed units repaired & fitted. Lead light & stained glass repaired.
Established 50 years Call 07961 442810 johnnytheglass@gmail.com
Victorian character, cozy home, with free parking
Have you got family coming to stay?
Not enough room in the house for friends to stay?
Having work done in your house and need to get out but stay close by?
Entire townhouse in West Malling.
2 bedrooms (3 beds)
4 guests
2 bathrooms
Pets welcome
Superhost Anna 07939 248983
Useful Numbers
• Alzheimer’s Society 01892 835498
• Citizens Advice 0808 278 7810
• Multiple Sclerosis Society - SE Kent Branch 08453 970543
• St James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912
• St Katherine’s School, St Katherine’s Lane, Snodland, Kent ME6 5EJ 01634 240061
• The Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995
• Trottiscliffe C of E Primary School, School Lane, Trottiscliffe 01732 822803
• West Malling C of E Primary School, Norman Road, West Malling 01732 842061
TRAINS
• National Rail Enquiries
Events
MONDAYS
10-11.15am Adult Elementary BalletAddington Village Hall
10-4 (& Wed) The Welcome Hub, The sycamore Tree Centre Larkfield. Coffee and chat.
11.15-12.30 Adult Improvers Ballet - Addington Village Hall
12-2pm Community Cosy Club at Kings Hill Community Centre. Free of change.
12pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane for beginners.
1pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Easy level.
1-3.30pm Ditton Short Mat Indoor Bowls Club at Ditton Community Centre, ME20 6AH.
2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715
(2nd) 2-4pm Mothers’ Union meets at St. Mary’s Church, West Malling. 01732 843964
3.15-4.45pm After School Club at The East Malling Centre
7.30pm Kings Hill Rotary Club. Contact to find out more. khrc09@yahoo.com
7.30pm Kings Hill Soul Choir at Kings Hill Community Centre.
(3rd) 8pm Malling Lions meet at The Wealden Hall 773 London Road Larkfield, ME20 6DE
TUESDAYS
9.30am Musical Bumps at KHCC for children 2 years+ 10.15am for Crawlers and Toddlers
10-11am Ballet Workout - Addington Village Hall
10-12.30pm Citizens Advice at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way. ME19 6BN
1.30-4pm Short Mat Bowls Lcub, Capel Morris Hall, Royal British Legion Village.
2-3.30pm Sycamore Tree Craft Group at Larkfield Methodist Church Sylvia 01634 245767
TUESDAYS Cont.....
7pm Malling Rotary Club. Contact for more info: www.malling-rotary.org.uk
7-15 to 9-45pm Short Mat Bowls at Ryarsh Village Hall – All are welcome.
7.30pm Group running from Larkfield Leisure Centre. All welcome. www.larkfieldac.co.uk
(2nd) 7.30pm Malling Stamp Club at The Clout Memorial Hall, High Street, WM. 01474 394808
7.45-10pm Malling Photographic Society, West Malling Village Hall (Sept-April)
WEDNESDAYS
9.15am Musical Bumps at KHCC for children
2 years+, 10am for Crawlers and Toddlers and 10.45am for babies (2nd) 1-4pm DamARA Active Retirement Club. Ditton Community Centre. Tel: 07871 335315
1.30-4pm Aylesford Short Mat Bowls Club. Aylesford Village CC. Call Ted 07913 914851
1.30-3pm (term time) Little Larks for babies, Toddlers & preschoolers Larkfield Methodist CH (3rd) 7.45pm Wateringbury Flower Club at East Malling Institute Hall ME19 6DD. £7
8.30-9.30pm DanceFit with Lucy at Leybourne Village Hall. hello@Lrsd.co.uk
THURSDAYS
9.30am Musical Bumps at Leybourne Chase Sports Pavilion 1-4yr olds. 10.15am for babies (1st & 3rd) 10am-12pm The Hub from St Gabriel’s Kings Hill at Cricket Pavilion £1 (2nd) 11am to 12 noon. The Arts Society host Lectures at Ryarsh VH. Guests welcome (1st & 3rd) 12.30-2.30pm Silver Lunch Club at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way. (2nd) 2pm Leybourne Active Retirement Assoc. meet at Leybourne VHl. Linda 01732 522437 (1st&3rd) 2-3.45pm Over 60s Get together Allington Baptist Church, 76A London Rd, ME16
...ALSO THIS MONTH
THURSDAYS Cont.....
(3rd) 2-4pm Kings Hill Active Retirement Assoc. meet at KHCC. Call Richard on 01732 845717 (3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield WI at Church Farm, New Hythe Lane. 07926 088214
(Last) 8-10pm Malling Art Club, Offham VHVisitors welcome. Jackiehart011@gmail.com
8.30-10.00pm Hartley Morris Men practice at Wrotham. Call 07983 107934
8pm-10pm Kits Coty Morris Dancers. Institute Hall, Forge Lane, East Farliegh, 01622 717658
FRIDAYS
10.30-12.30pm Veterans Cafe at Invicta Court Care Home, Weavering. (See Page 26) 11am Health Walk from The East Malling Centre 1-3.30pm Ditton Short Mat Indoor Bowls Club at Ditton Community Centre, ME20 6AH. (3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield Active Retirement meets Larkfield Village Hall. Chris Baker 01732 873705. 8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100.
SATURDAYS
(2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. (2nd) 10am-12.30pm Tonbridge Repair Cafe at St Stephen’’s Church, Tonbridge TN9 2SW (1st) 1.30-4.30pm Maidstone Sugarcraft ((excl. Aug) at West Borough Primary School, Greenway, Maidstone ME16 8TL
SUNDAYS
10am St Gabriel’s, Kings Hill Church of England Holy Communion/Eucharist at DiscoverySchool, (3rd) 10.30-1pm Wateringbury Community Market, Wateringbury Village Hall, ME18 5NU (4th) 9.30-1.30pm Farmer’s Market West Mallng in the High Street.
Sunday 3 August 11am-4pm Wildlife Activity Day at Leybourne Lakes Country Park, FREE. Nature walks, arts & crafts, bird feeder making, woodland crafts, face painting and more.
Sunday 10 August, 10am to 3pm, Open Day, Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom, New Rd, Ditton, ME20 6AE
Sunday 7 September 9am Tonbridge Lions Dragon Boat Racing.
Sunday 11 September 11am-4pm KHPC presents End Of Summer Party (See page 29 for details)
Sunday 14 and 21 September, 10am to 3pm, Open Days, Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom, New Road, Ditton, ME20 6AE
Sunday 5 October 9am Run Kent Tonbridge Half Marathon, 10K & 5K www.runkent.com
Please submit events by 15th August for September 2025 edition info@thelocaloracle.co.uk
