Maidstone August local Oracle

ISSUE 125

DISTRIBUTION 15,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MAIDSTONE

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News the local

Dear Readers

We are currently going through a heatwave as we go to print so fingers crossed it continues into the school holidays this year!

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 September editions are: • Malling 15th August • Maidstone 20th August • Tonbridge 20th August

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Sadly we are getting to find out that Dementia of some kind will affect the majority of us or those close to us so Anna is riding the Prudential Ride London 46 to raise money for Dementia UK. If you would like to support this charity you can donate to the following link. Any amount would be really appreciated. https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/AnnaMarshall20 Just a reminder that 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.

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BUSINESS SERVICES

‘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

Tel: 01732 883542 or: 01622 871614 MAIDSTONE

DRIVE & PATIO CLEANING SPECIALIST

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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 14 years - serving Kent & Sussex.

FREE Estimate and advice.

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BRAMKO LTD

Please call Mark Killick 01732 357660 | 07899 894838 mik1969@hotmail.co.uk www.bramko.co.uk |

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HOME & GARDEN

A. P. S. PLUMBING PLUMBING

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

01622 430290 or 07581 154499

GAS

New boilers, Servicing/Repair, Cooker, Installations, Gas Fires, Landlord Certificates.

BLOCKED DRAINS

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

CALL 01732 252127

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Cascade Cleaning Services Ltd

cascadecleaningservices.co.uk Family run, pure water window cleaning company that also specialises in fascias, conservatory roofs and sofits.

For a free quote call:

07891 668681

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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

UPHOLSTERY 3 Piece Suite Leather 3 Piece Suite

£ 104 £ 166

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CURTAINS Full length Half length

£ 94 £ 62

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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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Fully Registered Lasting Powers of Attorney from £125 each (plus Court fee).

• Ethical, friendly, family company based in Maidstone.

• Over 10 years’ experience.

• Fully regulated and insured.

• Appointments in your own home or office included in your fixed fee.

• Weekend and evening appointments available.

• Fair, fixed fees agreed in advance (currently no VAT!).

Contact us today to find out more: Telephone: 01622 239766 Mobile: 07825 575826 Email: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk www.islalaw.co.uk Let us put your mind at rest, with no added fuss.

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CBT Therapy ConsuFreltaetion Hypnotherapy Insomnia Sleep Clinic Counselling Dementia Support & Therapy Dementia Needs & Care Assessments Depression & Anxiety Fears & Phobias

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

“WHEN SERVICE MATTERS” As a family run company started in 2002 and based in Aylesford, we provide social and home care support for clients in the following areas: Maidstone, Allington, Bearsted, Coxheath, Larkfield, Ditton, Aylesford.

East and West Malling, Snodland, and other local areas.

We specialise in providing both low and high dependency support for clients with various health needs.

We provide high quality care at affordable prices.

We hold a CQC inspection rating of GOOD and have for the past few years. As well as Private Service Users we hold a contract with Kent County Council.

We offer a free no obligation initial assessment to discuss your requirements.

Should you go forward with a package of support, we will tailor your care and support plan to meet your requirements.

We will carry out an assessment at a time convenient to you.

We will listen to your wishes on how you would like the support delivered.

We understand that over time you needs may change, we offer complete flexibility that supports you through this.

We provide a wide range of services including but not limited to:

All aspects of personal care, including the use of hoisting equipment High dependency service with two staff attending each call.

Assistance with getting in and out of bed Assistance with dressing and undressing Assistance with medication including prescription collection.

Preparing meals Escorting to appointments Shopping and housework Social visits and sitting service/ companionship Our staff are highly trained, we work alongside clients with conditions including Dementia, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Physical Disabilities.

We also provide Palliative and End of life support.

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Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone

Maidstone EDITION

What can we do for you?

15k

We now have 3 editions with a distribution totalling 46,500 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.

Malling EDITION

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 .

16.5k

Each monthly edition can be found on our website where you can flick through the pages online.

Tonbridge EDITION

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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Addington | Birling | East Malling Halling | Holborough | Kings Hill Larkfield | Leybourne Leybourne Lakes | Mereworth Offham | Ryarsh | Snodland Trottiscliffe | Wateringbury West Malling

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Anna - Artwork/Sales t: 01732 525806 e: anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk

East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Matfield Paddock Wood Tonbridge

Jane - Accounts/Sales t: 01732 525805 e: jane@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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Category the local News p2 CONTACT DETAILS p2 COLOUR ADVERTS WHAT CAN THE LOCAL ORACLE DO FOR YOU? p14 Accountants − AIMS − TaxAssist Accountants p4 Aerials − The Aerial Man p4 Animal Sanctuary - The Happy Pants Ranch Bathroom Installations - Bathe in Safety p5 - Bathrooms of Kent - Bathrooms Solutions − Nightingale Bathrooms p9 Blinds − Penumbria Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p9 Building Services - Boltons Interiors p6 − Paul Tann Ltd − R Blackman Car Body Repairs - Autospray p10 Car Service & Repair - Stevensons p13* Carpentry − RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning − Homefresh p7 Chiropractor - Destiny Chiropractic Cleaning - Cinderella Dustbusters p6 Computer Support - Kent Electronic Services Conservatories - Howard Caine p8 Decking - Peter’s Decking Services Decorators - Gawaine Sutton − Parrish Painting & Decorating - Wayne Burvill Dentist − Identics Dental Surgery p11

Dog & Pet Care − Driftwood Dogs p11 Double Glazing Repairs − DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p9 Driving Instructor - Drive With Ray* Electricians - ASD Electrical Services p4 - Aspect Electrical Services - DAR Electrical Services - Gravesham Electrical Ltd - LT Security & Electrical Services Fencing − Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation - Tate Fencing p10 Garage Doors − Garage Door Associates - Garolla Roller Shutter Doors p7 Garden Design - Susan Willmott Garden Landscaping − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Garden Services - Complete Garden Services p24 Gas & Heating Services - Blaize Services Ltd p5 - FJM Plumbing & Heating Ltd p6 Gutter Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd p4 Homecare - Xtra Care Ltd p14 Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Mental Health - Neuro Precision p13 Oven Cleaners − Oven Angels Plumbers - APS Plumbing p5 - DL Plumbing Property Maintenance - Multi-TradesMan Removals & Storage − Goodfellows Removals & Storage Restaurant - Mughal Dynasty p13

Roofing − DP Roofing - Holland & Holland Roofing - William Kent & Sons Roofing Shutters - Stylehouse Shutters p1 Skip Hire − Haffenden Skip Hire Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p11 Storage - Aylesford Self Storage p10 Tree Surgery − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p7 - Qualitree Services Will Writing & Estate Planning - Humphrey & Scace p12 - Isla Law p11 Windows - DG Solutions - Window Fix p3 Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows - Cascade Cleaning Services p6*

* New Adverts

Cut off date for September 2019 is 20th August 2019

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.

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BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

The Happy Pants Ranch

Nightingale Bathrooms

Animal loving volunteers required.

Unwanted items and clothes needed.

Animal sponsorship available.

Easy access showers, baths and wet rooms.

Raised height toilets.

Slip resistant safety flooring.

Discounts for SSAFA, British Legion, Ex service personnel & Over 60s.

f/b: @thehappypantsranch www.thehappypantsranch.com

A-B ACCOUNTANTS

We need your support!

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BLINDS

Bathe In Safety

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd

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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.

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BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

Easy Access Bathrooms.

Safe, sound and stylish.

Walk-in showers.

Walk-in baths.

Wetrooms.

Zero VAT on Mobility bathrooms.

Bolton Interiors

TaxAssist Accountants

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 4)

m: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk

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t: 01622 962108 www.batheinsafety.co.uk

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t: 01634 576144 e: info@bathroomsofkent.co.uk www.bathroomsofkent.co.uk fb: @bathroomsofkent Bathrooms of Kent is a full bathroom installation company that has great attention to details and our goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every customer.

t: 01622 205346 m: 07840 412053 www.boltonsinteriors.co.uk Kitchens & Bathrooms & Bedrooms.

Complete renovation from floor to ceiling.

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AERIALS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

The Aerial Man

Bathroom Solutions

Paul Tann Ltd

t: 01732 883542 01622 871614 Satellite TV in all rooms.

New digital aerials. CCTV Installation 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.

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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.

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t: 01732 842863 m: 07956 313287 or 07834 810453 c: Paul Tann e: paultannltd@btinternet.com www.paultann.co.uk Specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving.

Fully insured.

All work guaranteed.

Established over 20 years.

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CARPET CLEANING

R Blackman General Maintenance

Homefresh

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.

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 11) CAR SERVICE & REPAIR

C-D COMPUTER SUPPORT

01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net

t: Freephone 0800 6942024 Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer.

50% discount.

Specialist Fabric Treatment.

Stainshield, Deodorising Treatment, Anti-Allergy Treatment, Conditioner.

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

(See Colour Ad On Page 7) CHIROPRACTOR

CONSERVATORIES

DESTINY CHIROPRACTIC

Get better, stay that way longer.

Suffering with back pain, neck pain, headaches, migraines or just feeling older than your years?

We can help!

Bring this ad with you to get 50% off first consultation Please call 01732 222282 or email: info@destinychiropractic.co.uk www.destinychiropractic.co.uk

Howard Caine Conservatories

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.

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CLEANING

Cinderella Dust Busters Ltd

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

t: 01732 887091 m: 07931 916783 e: cinderelladustbustersuk@googlemail.com www.cinderelladustbusters.co.uk Let us take over your house chores.

Daily, weekly or fortnightly. Insured, fully flexible & fully trained cleaners. *Cleaning, *Ironing, *Internal Windows, *After Party Cleans, *Private Waitressing, *Housekeeping, *Specialist Carpet cleaning, *Care of the Elderly *Requests welcome.

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DECKING

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.

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This space can be yours from just £27+vat per month and go to 15,000 homes and businesses from Ditton, Aylesford and Allington across to Barming and into Maidstone.

Peter’s Decking Services

m: 07873 72 99 48 e: peter117195261@gmail.com www.petersdecking.com Kent’s first and only choice for garden decking, fitting, design and installation.

Trellis and pergolas are handmade to your requirements.

Shed design and build.

See our website for examples.

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DOG & PET CARE

ELECTRICIANS

Gawaine Sutton

Driftwood Dogs

ASD Electrical Services

We are a dog and pet care specialist based in Aylesford.

Our services include: walking, training, home visits, day care and grooming.

(See Colour Ad On Page 11)

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

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DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

ELECTRICIANS

Parrish Painting & Decorating

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

Aspect Electrical Services

t: 01622 863579 m: 07979 757662 25 years experience Complete decorating service Interior & exterior Painting & decorating City & Guilds qualified Friendly and reliable service.

Call for a Free Estimate.

a: Aylesford m: 07707 862066 e: info@driftwood-dogs.com www.driftwood-dogs.com

t: 01622 528190 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com

For all your decorating needs.

A friendly, reliable service at competitive rates.

Qualified and fully insured.

Call for a free, no obligation quote.

Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk Windows, Doors, Conservatories: Repairs, Upgrades, Misted Sealed Units, Broken Handles, Hinges and Locks.

Cat Flaps New Installations, Secondary Glazing FENSA, Insurance-backed Free telephone advice and call out Over 30 years’ experience

DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

ELECTRICIANS

Wayne Burvill

SOS Window Works

DAR Electrical Services

m: 07967 190588 c: Mark

t: 01732 847335 m: 07989 370722 e: wayneburvill@hotmail.com fb: wayneburvill1972 All aspects of painting & decorating undertaken as well as general DIY and property maintenance.

Professional, tidy and insured.

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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9)

t: 01732 220443

All electrical work undertaken.

Indoor and garden lighting.

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.

DENTIST

DRIVING INSTRUCTOR

ELECTRICIANS

Identics Dental Surgery

Drive With Ray

Gravesham Electrical Ltd

Approved Driving Instructor with Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency.

Friendly, reliable & will put you at ease from the start. Pass plus available.

Check out my website for 5 star reviews.

Call me for further information and availability. Quote Oracle19 for first lesson half price.

Fully qualified NVQ Level 3 Electrictian.

Up to date with the latest (2018) regulations.

Qualified tester/inspector (C&G2391), Part P certified with NICEIC. Over 15 years experience.

All work guaranteed & insured.

Free quotes. No call out fees.

a: 1 Odiham Drive, Allington, Maidstone, Kent t: 01622 669345 e: info@identicsdentalcare.co.uk www.identicsdentalcare.co.uk Local dental practice now open.

Affordable monthly payment plans.

Relaxed comfortable environment.

Call or pop in for more information (See Colour Ad On Page 11)

m: 07577 799366 e: kentdrivingschool@yahoo.com f/b: @drivewithray.co.uk/ www.drivewithray.co.uk

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m: 07828 199986 c: Spencer e: graveshamelectrical@hotmail.com www.graveshamelectrical.co.uk

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GARAGE DOORS

L.T Security & Electrical Services

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors

m: 07971 552 663 c: Lee Terry e: leeterry4@googlemail.com f/b: @LTSecurity-Electrical-Services

Over 35 qualified years in Sec/Elect work in domestic/commercial premises.

All existing Alarm Systems Serviced or Upgraded. Any small Electrical work undertaken, No Call Out charge.

LED Lighting installed (O/S Lights & D/Lights).

Very quick response with a friendly approach. Experienced working for the elderly. Over 17 yrs working locally.

FENCING

G-H GAS & HEATING SERVICES

t: 01622 410 425 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.

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GARDEN DESIGN

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation

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.

F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd

01622 718340 s.willmott@me.com www.susanwillmott.com Award winning Garden Designer.

Creating beautiful outdoor spaces.

Full re-design and planting plans Help with refurbishing existing Start planning now for Summer 2019

FENCING

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

Tate Fencing

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

t: 01732 853134 e: sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk Suppliers of fencing materials.

Visit our Tonbridge depot.

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GARAGE DOORS

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Plumbing, Heating, Servicing Installation, Breakdown, Repairs.

All Gas Appliances.

(See Colour ad On Page 6)

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON

a: Larkfield t: 01732 848179 m: 07850 175077 c: Kevin Kennett e: yewtreelandscapes1@tiscali.co.uk Specialist In Indian Stone Paving.

Garden Artificial Grass, Driveways, Block paving, Brickwork, Turfing, Decking, Fencing, Hard and Soft Landscaping. Free estimates, fully insured. Experienced & professional service. 25 years experience. major credit/debit cards taken.

GARDEN SERVICES

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.

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Xtracare Ltd

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

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

t: 01622 792845 e: admin@xtracareltd.co.uk

M: 07958 254090

info@completegardenserviceskent.co.uk (See Ad On Back Page)

When service matters.

Family run company.

Establisted in 2002.

Based in Aylesford.

We provide social and home care support.

Call us today.

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A.Maidstone Locksmiths

APS Plumbing

Mughal Dynasty

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.

Open 7 days a week.

12noon to 2.30pm & 6pm - Midnight (Ind. Bank Holidays) 10% discount on all takeaway food.

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.

t: 01622 320284

a: 14 London Road, Maidstone Kent, ME16 8QL t: 01622 763360 or 01622 763700 www.mughaldynasty.com

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MENTAL HEALTH

PLUMBERS

ROOFING

Neuro Precision

DL Plumbing

D. P. Roofing

t: 01732 844746 m: 07792 670141

t: 01622 808103 m: 07517 106711

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

All types of roofing renewed and repaired, chimneys, fascias, guttering etc.

t: 01732 387 384 e: neuroprecision@gmail.com www.neuroprecision.co.uk CBT Therapy Hypnotherapy Insomnia Sleep Clinic Couselling Dementia Support & Therapy Short Term Fast & Effective Free Consultation.

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Oven Angels

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 20th year.

Prices from £45. Fully insured.

As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.

Complete bathrooms fitted including design & tiling if required.

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Multi-TradesMan 25 years experience.

You’d be surprised at what we cover.

Mobile: 07780707547 Tel: 01732 842378

Email: blueatlas69@gmail.com REMOVALS & STORAGE

Goodfellows Removals & Storage

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Household/office removals.

Local professional removal and storage company.

Family owned. Established 20 years.

Please ring for a free quote.

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All work guaranteed.

Free quotes.

All areas covered.

Trading Standard Approved.

ROOFING

Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd

t: 01622 842069 m: 07939 583618 c: Tom Holland office@hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk www.hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk Flat Roofing Specialists - Installers of high performance flat roofing systems. Our quotes are free of charge and arranged at a time that’s convenient for you. All work is insuranced backed guaranteed.

Members of the Confederation of Roofing Contractors. (CORC) 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.

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SHUTTERS

TREE SURGERY

WINDOWS

Stylehouse Shutters

M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

t: 01732 752121 e: hello@stylehouseshutters.co.uk www.stylehouseshutters.co.uk Based in West Malling, supplying and fitting the highest quality, bespoke window plantation shutters.

Free no obligation survey.

Local, friendly service.

3 year guarantee.

t: 01634 323960 m: 07748 848598 c: Matthew Dighton e: matthewdighton@gmail.com

Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk New Installations: FENSA Insurance-backed Windows, Doors, Conservatories, Porches,Bi-folds, Roof-Lights, Secondary Glazing Repairs: Misted Sealed Units, Upgrades, Broken Handles, Hinges and Locks. Cat Flaps. Free Quotations and Advice. Over 30 years’ experience.

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All forms of tree work undertaken.

We offer a reliable, professional, local and friendly tree care and landscaping service.

Family run for 3 generations.

No obligation on estimates.

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SKIP HIRE

TREE SURGERY

WINDOWS

Haffenden Skip Hire

Qualitree Services Ltd

Window Fix Direct

2yd to 12yd skips available.

Local reliable service.

Call for competitive rates.

Tree Surgery, Felling & Removal Hedge Cutting & Trimming Qualified, Experienced & Reliable Fully Insured & Value for Money

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

t: 01622 208426 c: Gary or Caroline Everest e: hello@qualitree-services.co.uk www.qualitree-services.co.uk

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a: Unit 2, Bredhurst Business Park Westfield Sole Rd, Boxley ME14 3EH t: 01622 297099 e: sales@windowfixdirect.co.uk www.windowfixdirect.co.uk Installations or Repairs? No problem!

Doors & Windows - Conservatories Solid Conservatory Roofs Fascias & Gutters - Misted Glass Units Broken Locks or Handles Draughty Doors & Windows.

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SOLICITORS

WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

WINDOW CLEANERS

Graham Colley Solicitor

Humphrey & Scace

All Clean Windows

Local solicitors practice specialising in Wills, Probate Advice, Inheritance Tax, updating Wills (Codicils), Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection.

Home Visits and Fixed Fees available.

Will Writing and Estate Planning Practitioners.

No pressure and absolutely no obligation.

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.

t: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors

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t/f: 01622 745179 c: Jean Tandy e: jean.tandy@talktalk.net

t: 01622 320079 www.humphreyandscace.co.uk

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STORAGE

WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

WINDOW CLEANERS

Aylesford Couriers Ltd

Isla Law Ltd

Cascade Cleaning Services Ltd

The Coachworks, Old Mill Lane, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7DT t: 01622 790637 e: info@aylesfordcouriers.co.uk www.aylesfordcouriers.co.uk Same Day and Next Day Couriers (See Colour Ad On Page 10)

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t: 01622 239766 m: 07825 575826 e: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk www.islalaw.co.uk Ethical, modern practice specialising in wills, lasting powers of attorney, court of protection and probate services.

Over 10 years experience in wills and probate work, brought direct to your home or office at a time that suits you.

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t: 07891 668681 e: cascadecleaningservices.co.uk

Family run, put water window cleaning company that also specialises in fascias, conservatory roofs and sofits.

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DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

Events MONDAYS 9.45am Music & movement, babies & toddlers, Beechwood Hall, Barming. 07901 712510 10am-11.15am, Over 60’s Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.

1.30-2.30pm Medau Classes at Wateringbury VH, ME18 5NU. 1st Class foc £5. 01622 749002 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – Graham Jackson 01732 843336.

(May–Sep) 3-5pm Westborough Bowls Club, London Road, Allington, behind The Pippin pub. Contact Steve 01622 725650 6-7pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724 6.30-8pm Intermediate Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 8pm-9.15pm Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 (1st, ex Bank hols) 7 for 7.30pm Barming WI, Village Hall, Heath Road. Mrs. Fiona Plant fplant@mail.com

7.30-9.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Pam 07891185983 (3rd) 7.30pm Allington Castle W.I. at Small Hall, St Nicholas Church, Popular Grove. Diane 01622 721170.

(4th) 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI in the Brassey Rooms, Station Rd, Aylesford.

Ann-Marie on 01622 756960.

8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at Brookfield Junior School, Joan on 01634 256891.

7.30am Maidstone Dawn Patrol Rotary Club - at Leah’s Bistro, High St. Pat Jeffery Secretary on 07821 784605 for info.

9.45 and 10.45am Musical Playtime, Grove Green Community Centre. 07901 712510 10.15-12pm Buddha Buddies Baby & Tots Yoga, Adventure Kidz, Aylesford 07801948969 10am-11.15am, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.

11.20am-12.20pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 (4th) 2pm AylesARA, over 50s meet in the Aylesford CC. Wayne on 01622 710734.

(1st) 8pm R.N.L.I. meet at Sea Cadets Hall, College Rd, Maidstone. 01622 725435.

(May–Sep) 5-7pm Westborough Bowls Club, London Road, Allington, behind The Pippin pub. Contact Steve 01622 725650.

5.15-6.45pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724

TUESDAYS

6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Judith 01622 683382

(Term time) 9:30-11:30am Aylesford Parent and Toddler Group, Brassey Centre, Aylesford

(3rd) 7pm Wateringbury Flower Club, Nettlestead VH, ME18 5ER. 01732 873021

1.15-2pm Mayhem music for 0-1yrs Aylesford Community Centre. 07815 775504

7-9pm Ditton Scouts (10-14 years old) at Ditton Scout HQ. Leader 07812 096724

(2nd & 4th) 2-4pm. Friendship afternoon.

Brassey Cent. Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083

7-8pm Beginners Pilates £8 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101

6-7pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Info on 07812 096724

(1st not May/Jan) Allington Garden Club at St Nicholas CH, Popular Grove. 01622 757319

6.30pm-7.45pm, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576

8-9pm Free Dance exercise class at St Andrews Church Hall, Tonbridge Rd. Barming.

Andrea or Trevor on 01795 843331.

WEDNESDAYS 10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Maidstone YMCA. 07815 775504 11.30-1.30pm Meditation and spiritual development. Aylesford. Pam 07891 185983 (2nd) 1.30-4pm Retired/Semi-Retired meet at Ditton Community Centre. 01732 844195 6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. 07812 096724 7.30-9.30pm Maidstone Folk Dance Club Tonbridge Rd, Meth. Church 01622 761757

10 - 12 Brassey Centre, Aylesford and Ditton Green 12 - 2pm. www.communigrow.org 10am-12noon Market at the Brassey Centre, Aylesford. Tea/Coffee. Contact 01622 717598 (2nd) 11am-3pm Maidstone Embroiderers’ Guild at Aylesford C.H Catherine 07838 161403

THURSDAYS

7-8pm Kick Ass Aerobics £6 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101

7.45pm-9.15pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576

SATURDAYS

FRIDAYS 10am St Nicholas Church Hall, Allington musical fun for babies/toddlers 07901 712510 10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Aylesford CC. 07815 775504 1.15-2.15pm Medau exercise class at St Pauls Church Hall Boxley Rd, Joan 01634 256891.

(1st) 4.15-6.15pm St Peter & St Paul’s Aylesford host a Messy Church in the Brassey Centre. All the family welcome. 07462 682980

SUNDAYS 10am-12noon, every 2nd and 4th, Zen meditation group, Maidstone ME16, contact Barbara 01622 670587

...ALSO THIS MONTH Every Monday-Friday 9.30am-3.30pm The Cafe, Blackthorn Trust, St Andrew’s Road, Barming, ME16 9AN is open for coffees and lunches.

Saturday 10 August 10am to 2pm Open Day at Ditton Heritage Centre, New Road, Ditton, ME20 6AE. We invite you to come along and step back in time to find out more about us and the history of Ditton. Our volunteers will welcome you to our Victorian classroom and introduce you to our collection of local historical resources. We have books, documents, photographs, costumes and lots of other fascinating objects. Entry is free. Find us on Facebook for more information.

Saturday 7 September 2 – 3.15pm Larkfield Flower, Vegetable, Fruit and Produce Show at Larkfield Methodist Church Hall. Vegetables, fruit, flowers, floral arrangements, cakes, jam, photography and children’s entries. Also Craft display. Exhibits staging - 10.30am 12.15pm Prize giving 3.15pm 01634 245767 or larkfieldproduceshow@gmail.com

Please submit your information for the September edition by 20th August 2019 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk