Maidstone December local Oracle

ISSUE 152

DISTRIBUTION 15,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MAIDSTONE

DEC

2021

WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR

News

the local

Dear Readers What a year we have all had! This time last year we were all in lockdown and Christmas was cancelled for many.

Whilst many people’s lives have changed, it looks like Christmas may be a little more like the ones we are used to surrounded by loved ones.

Suite 159, 80 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales m: 07912 878830 t: 01732 521494 Anna Artwork/Sales m: 07939 248983 t: 01732 795777 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off dates for advertising in the January 2022 editions are: • Maidstone 13th December • Malling 13th December • Tonbridge 13th December thelocaloracle thelocaloracle

We have some exciting events and new advertisers in this December edition so please do have a browse through and start planning some family time aswell as maybe donating to the Tony Hudgell Foundation (Page 3) to bring some happiness to those children less fortunate.

We want to thank you, the reader, our supportive advertisers who bring the best of the best services, Scarbutt Printers who print and distribute our many boxes and our amazing distributers who walk the streets every month for us.

We wish you all a happy and safe Christmas and New Year with not too many beers or mince pies!

We will be also be sharing information on our social media pages which can easily be found.... facebook.com/ thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/thelocaloracle.

All the best

Anna & Jane

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FEATURE PAGE

Tony Hudgell Foundation Christmas Present Appeal www.tonyhudgellfoundation.org Tony wants to give the magic of Christmas to other children that aren’t as lucky and fortunate as him.

During the Christmas period child cruelty increases dramatically and last year 2020 the figures rose by 67% on the year before.

Tony is collecting presents to give to children and he needs your help.

Simply buy your choice of gift for a girl or boy of 0 years - 18 years old and post to Kings Hill Postage & Packing collection point at: TONY’S CHRISTMAS PRESENT APPEAL c/o The Tony Hudgell Foundation 5 Liberty Square Kings Hill West Malling ME19 4AU OR If ordering through Amazon.com or AmazonSmile you can simply have your present delivered directly to the collection point at the address above and we’ll do all the wrapping ready for Tony to deliver.

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Category the local News p2 CONTACT DETAILS p2 WHAT CAN THE LOCAL ORACLE DO FOR YOU? p10 Accountants − TaxAssist Accountants p11 Aerials − The Aerial Man p13 Air Ambulance Bathroom Installations - Bathrooms Solutions - Nightingale Bathrooms p18 Blinds - Penumbra p18 Building Services - Paul Tann Ltd - R Blackman Business Opportunity - Utility Warehouse Car Body Repairs - Autospray p19 Carpentry - RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning - Homefresh p16 Charity Shop - Dandelion Time p20 Christmas Event - Castlemas p21* Christmas Gifts - Tony Hudgell Foundation p3* Christmas Tree Recycling - Heart of Kent Hospice p24 Community - Community Connectors Computer Support - KES Conservatories - Howard Caine p17 Dentist - Identics Dental p19 Double Glazing Repairs - DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p19 Driveways/Patio Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd

Electricians - All Wired Up Electrical p15 - ASD Electrical Services p15 - DAR Electrical Services Garage Doors − Garolla p16 Garden Landscaping - Coe's Landscapes & Cota Construction − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Gas & Heating Services - Blaize Services Ltd p15 - FJM Plumbing & Heating Ltd p16 Gutter Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd p15 Handyman - DME Property Services Health & Fitness - Larkfield Leisure Centre Housing - Rapport p19 Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle p13 Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Plasterer - David Terry Plastering Plumbers - All Aspects Plumbing p13 - Summers Domestic Plumbers Printers - Scarbutts Printers p13 Roofing - Holland & Holland Roofing Save Money - Utility Warehouse Skip Hire − Haffenden Skip Hire Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p11 - Laker Legal p11 Tree Surgery − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p18

Will Writing & Estate Planning - Humphrey & Scace p12 - Isla Law Windows - Acorn Glacier p14 Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows

USEFUL NUMBERS P22 EVENTS P23

* New Adverts

Cut off dates: Maidstone: 13th December (Delivery - 2nd week of month) Malling: 13th December (Delivery - 1st week of month) Tonbridge: 13th December (Delivery - 2nd week of month) for the January 2022 edition

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Paul Tann Ltd

A-B ACCOUNTANTS

TaxAssist Accountants

t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 11) AERIALS

The Aerial Man t: 01732 883542 01622 871614

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

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t: 01732 842863 m: 07873 965231 c: Paul 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.

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

Bathroom Solutions

R Blackman General Maintenance

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.

t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman040665@gmail.com

Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork.

Interior and exterior painting.

Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

AIR AMBULANCE

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

Air Ambulance

Nightingale Bathrooms

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL

(See Colour Ad On Page 18)

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

a: Rochester City Airport, Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent ME5 9SD t: 01634 471900 e: hello@aakss.org.uk www.aakss.org.uk Kent Surrey Sussex Go to our website to find out what we do, how you can fundraise and get involved.

t: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk

BLINDS

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18)

Supporting the local businesses has never been more important; all of our advertisers are local and need you.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

CHRISTMAS GIFTS

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

Red Carpentry

Tony Hudgell Foundation Christmas Appeal

Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided.

t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon

www.tonyhudgellfoundation.org

Exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted.

All types of windows.

Solid & laminate flooring.

All types of carpentry work undertaken.

Over 30 years experience.

Autospray Solutions

m: 07773 340049 t: 01622 727263 c: Ben (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

thelocaloracle.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 24)

t: Freephone: 0800 6942024

t: 03000 422 065 e: community.connectors@kent.gov.uk www.kent.gov.uk/communityconnectors

Community Connectors

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CHARITY SHOP

a: 9 Week St, Maidstone ME14 1QW t: 01622 814001 www.dandeliontime.org.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

Castlemas at Tonbridge Castle

Friday 10th - Sunday 19th December www.castlemas.com (See Colour Ad On Page 21)

Championing positive wellbeing for over 65s.

Improve your wellbeing.

Tackle loneliness.

Learn a new skill or participate in a new activity.

Increase self-confidence and selfesteem.

Achieve a better quality of life.

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Dandelion Time

CHRISTMAS EVENT

All editions online now

www.hokh.org/support-us/events

COMMUNITY

(See Colour Ad On Page 16)

CAR BODY REPAIRS

CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING

Heart of Kent Hospice

CARPET CLEANING

Homefresh

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01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net Computer support, repairs & upgrades.

Virus and malware removal.

Complete business and home connectivity service.

For additional services see our website.

Unit 7, Kilnbridge Works, East Farleigh, ME15 0HD

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CONSERVATORIES

ELECTRICIANS

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

Howard Caine Conservatories

All Wired Up Electrical

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 17)

t: 01622 437804 m: 07591 425520 e: info@allwiredupelectrical.co.uk www.allwiredupelectrical.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 15)

(See Colour Ad On Page 15)

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.

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

ELECTRICIANS

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

DAR Electrical Services

Blaize Services Ltd

ELECTRICIANS

DENTIST

Identics Dental Surgery

a: 1 Odiham Drive, Allington, Maidstone t: 01622 669345 e: info@identicsdentalcare.co.uk www.identicsdentalcare.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling

ASD Electrical Services

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

t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk 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

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.

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

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

GARAGE DOORS

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON

SOS Window Works

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors

Bramko Ltd

t: 01622 206690 m: 07779 006696 e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED Call 01732 795777 DRIVEWAY/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS

Bramko Ltd

Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk NPTC Qualified Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition. Weed moss, & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces. Patio slabs from £45, Block paving from £75.

Free estimate & advice.

Gutter Cleaning from £50 (See Colour Ad On Page 15)

t: 01622 410 076 m: 07537 149 128

(See Colour Ad On Page 16)

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GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Coe’s Landscapes & Cota Construction

t: 07944 442442 c: Tim Coe e: timcoe36@icloud.com 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.

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(See Colour Ad On Page 15) GAS & HEATING SERVICES

F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd

t: 01622 913007 e: info@fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk www.fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 16)

m: 07899 894838 t: 01732 357660 c: Mark Killick e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 15)

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DME Property Services

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

Summers Domestic Plumbers

m: 07469 202653 e: dmepropertyservice@gmail.com inst: DME Property We offer a range of both internal and external property maintenance.

Wall and floor tiling.

Internal and external painting.

Wallpaper hanging and stripping.

Skirting and coving.

Patios and paving.

Jet washing & other external cleaning.

We are a small, friendly, reliable business offering competitive rates.

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: 01732 400630 m: 07530 360200 c: Lee Marshall-Summers e: leesumers74@outlook.com Taps, leaks, boilers, heating, cylinders, rads, tanks, ball valves, blocked drains.

Outside taps fitted.

All plumbing jobs.

HEALTH & FITNESS

PRINTERS

Larkfield Leisure Centre Gym Membership

Scarbutts Printers

t: 01622 713225 e: leisurecentres@tmactive.co.uk c: Membership Advisors www.larkfieldleisure.co.uk

t: 01732 870066

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

We offer a range of great Memberships to help you get fit and active your way. All-inclusive option includes gym, group exercise, live streaming and pools.

Follow us on Facebook.

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PLASTERERS

ROOFING

Rapport Housing & Care

David Terry Plastering

Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd

a: Medway View Court, Wateringbury m: 07534 973360 e: sales@rapporthc.co.uk www.rapporthousingandcare.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

MERRY CHRISTMAS

All internal plastering.

Plaster over Artex, coving, plaster boarding and re skims.

Painting and decorating.

Free Estimates.

PLUMBERS

the local Oracle

All Aspects Plumbing

From production to distribution.

We can help you reach new customers for your business.

We can distribute from 1,000 up to 46,500 leaflets each month in the area of your choice.

Call to book your space.

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t: 01622 661780 m: 07971 919694 e: d-j-terry@hotmail.co.uk www.davidterry-plastering.co.uk

LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION

t: 01732 525805/6 e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

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t: 01732 671131 e: allaspectsdrainageandplumbing@ outlook.com (See Colour Ad On Page 13)

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)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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WINDOWS

Graham Colley Solicitor

Acorn Glacier

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

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a: Parkwood Ind. Estate, ME15 9YR t: 01732 550054 m: 07860 831791 e: info@acornglassline.co.uk www.acornglassline.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 14)

SOLICITORS

Laker Legal

t: 01622 804474 www.lakerlegal.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 11)

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SAVE MONEY

TREE SURGERY

WINDOW CLEANERS

Utility Warehouse

M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping

All Clean Windows

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

t: 01634 323960 m: 07748 848598 c: Matthew Dighton e: matthewdighton@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18)

WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

Humphrey & Scace

t: 01732 252540 www.humphreyandscace.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 12)

SKIP HIRE

WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

Haffenden Skip Hire

Isla Law Ltd

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

2yd to 12yd skips available.

Local reliable service.

Call for competitive rates.

t: 01622 239766 m: 07825 575826 c: Ruth Pannell MA (Cantab) TEP e: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk www.islalaw.co.uk Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney & Probate.

Family business based in Maidstone.

Over 10 years' experience.

Fully regulated and insured.

Contactless appointments available.

We do weekend and evening appoints.

Fair, fixed fees agreed in advance.

t/f: 01622 745179 c: Jean Tandy e: jean.tandy@virginmedia.com Friendly professional service using both traditional method and/or purified water-fed pole system.

We also clean gutter soffit and fascias, conservatories, inc. roofs and 3 storey houses.

Fully insured.

Very competitive prices.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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What can we do for you?

Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone

Maidstone EDITION

15k

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

Every 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and full page colour advert comes with: A-Z category advert and a page on our website.

We can print, supply leaflets and distribute 1,000 to 46,500 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target .

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 £10 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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Malling EDITION

16.5k

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

East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Paddock Wood Tonbridge

Tonbridge EDITION

15k Anna - Artwork/Sales m: 07939 248983 t: 01732 795777 e: anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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

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Leaflet Print & Distribution the complete printing service 01732 870066 print@scarbutts.com www.scarbutts.com St Michaels Close Forstal Road, Aylesford Maidstone, Kent ME20 7BU

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

£295+vat

10,000 A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£550+vat

Give us a call or drop us an email.

01732 521494 or 01732 795777

info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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

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ASPECTS

PLUMBING & HEATING

Plumbing, Heating, Boilers, Tanks, Cylinders, Showers, Taps and much more.

HOME & GARDEN

‘THE AERIAL MAN’

Family business - established 30 years

Call Jamie

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Affordable. Reliable. Reputable.

For over 10 years.

All Wired Up Electrical is based in Maidstone, Kent. We carry out domestic and commercial work, no job is too small.

Our skills include: Electrical installation condition reports (EICR’s) for landlords, businesses and homeowners.

Replacement Consumer Unit/Fuseboard.

Fault finding and investigation.

General maintenance/repairs.

Rewires, Additional sockets/lights and more.

Very competitive prices and a high standard of workmanship.

01622 437804 or 07591 425520 info@allwiredupelectrical.co.uk www.allwiredupelectrical.co.uk

DON’T RISK BLOCKED GUTTERS.... exposing your home to damp & rot Sky Vac Cleaning system prevents costly repairs

• Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 3 storeys.

01622 430290 or 07581 154499

• On board camera for precision cleaning.

• Accesses above restricted areas such as conservatories, extensions, valley/box gutters, garages and small spaces.

• Gutter repairs.

Free camera inspection & estimate.

GUTTER CLEANING FROM £50

All major credit/debit cards taken.

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BRAMKO LTD

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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

£ 52 £ 83

CURTAINS Full length Half length

£ 94 £ 62

£ 47 £ 31

No Hidden Extras All prices inclusive of VAT. FREE PHONE 0800 6942024 THROUGHOUT THE SOUTH EAST Office Hours: 9am-7pm (Sat 10am-1pm)

50 DISC % OUN T

Specialist Fabric Treatment Stainshield - Deodorising Treatment Anti-Allergy Treatment - Conditioner

Only £895 for a fully fitted electric door.

APPROVED

Gotta get a Garolla.

Garolla garage doors are strong and solidly built. They’re made to measure in our own UK factories.

The electric Garolla door rolls up vertically taking up only 8 inches inside your garage.

Our expert installers will fit your new door and take away the old one so there’s no mess.

Give us a call today and we’ll come and measure up completely Free.

GOTTA GET A GAROLLA NOW ONLY

£895

CALL US TODAY ON 01622 410 076

WAS £1,354 INC VAT

WHAT’S INCLUDED WITH EVERY DOOR:

MOBILE 07537 149 128

FREE EXPERT MEASURING & FITTING TWO REMOTE CONTROLS ACOUSTIC & THERMAL INSULATION AVAILABLE IN 21 COLOURS FREE DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD DOOR

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Offer valid for openings up to 2.6m wide & inc: 2 remote controls, 55mm white slats, internal manual override.

www.garolla.co.uk

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

Dandelion Time is a unique farm-based charity working with the most vulnerable children affected by trauma and emotional difficulties. Since 2003, they have helped transform the lives of over a thousand children and their families. The charity has reached new milestone in their journey by opening their first ever charity shop in Maidstone!

Pop in and discover a whole treasure trove of pre-loved items. From designer bags to vintage vinyl we have something for everyone. All profits directly support their work transforming the lives of vulnerable children and families in Kent.

We urgently need more volunteers to join their lovely team! Sign Up today to develop new skills and make a real difference to vulnerable children. We are also requesting good quality donations - declutter and do good today!

Dandelion Time, 9 Week St, Maidstone ME14 1QW For more information please visit dandeliontime.org.uk or call 01622 814001 20

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Useful Numbers ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY 01892 835498

AGE UK Maidstone

01622 753618 7 Mill Street, Maidstone ME15 6XW

COUNCIL Maidstone Borough Council, Maidstone House, Kings Street, Maidstone 01622 602000 www.maidstone.gov.uk Tonbridge & Malling BC, Gibson Building, Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 844522 DOCTORS Aylesford Medical Centre, Admiral Moore Drive, British Legion Village, Aylesford 01622 885880 Thornhills Medical Practice, Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 849980 The Vine Medical Centre, 13 Tonbridge Road 01622 754898 Dr D Forsythe, The George Holding Centre, Chaucer WaY 01732 841213 HOSPITAL Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone 01622 729000 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY Maidstone & District 07562 521403 LIBRARY Castle Rd, Allington ME16 0PR 01622 683435 Martin Square, Larkfield 0300 041 3131

LOCAL HALLS Aylesford Village Community Centre, 25 Forstal Road 01622 717473 Aylesford Village Club 01622 716056 Beechwood Community Hall, Marigold Way Barming - Martine Jefferys 07504 622288 Ditton Community Centre, Kilnbarn Road 01732 844749 Leybourne Village Hall 01732 873722 St Nicholas Church Halls, Poplar Grove, Allington Maidstone ME16 0DE stnicholas1@outlook.com 01622 299715 The Brassey Centre, Station Road, Aylesford ME20 7QR 01622 719366 aylesfordchurch@btconnect.com MAIDSTONE LIONS CLUB Malcolm Luxton 0845 8339869 MALLING DISTRICT LIONS CLUB Ted Inns 0845 8335735 PHARMACIES Delmergate Oaks Pharmacy, Royal British Legion Village, Aylesford 01622 882386 Paydens, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 843203 POLICE Maidstone Police Control Centre 101 Neighbourhood Police Officers Community Warden - Ditton Susan Absolon 07813 712081 RSPCA RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 123 0751

SAMARITANS 48 Grecian Street, Maidstone, ME14 2TS FREEPHONE 116 123 SCHOOLS Allington Primary School, Hildenborough Crescent, London Road 01622 757350 Aylesford Primary School, Teapot Lane, Aylesford 01622 718192 Aylesford Sports College, Teapot Lane, Aylesford 01622 717341 Ditton Infant School, Pear Tree Avenue, Ditton 01732 844107 Ditton Junior School, New Road, Ditton 01732 843446 St Peter’s & St Paul’s Pre-School, Ditton Community Centre - Jackie Dearden 07729 042811 St Peter’s Church of England Primary School 01622 717335 Mount Pleasant, Aylesford Ditton Church Pre-School, Church Centre - Wendy Caldicott 07845 921621 Palace Wood Primary School, Talbot Road, Allington 01622 750084 Leybourne St Peter & Paul Primary School, Rectory Lane North, Leybourne 01732 842008 St James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912 The Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995

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Events MONDAY S

2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield 1 VH, New Hythe Lane for beginners.

12.45pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Easy level.

THURSDAYS (4th) 2pm AylesARA, over 50s meet in the Aylesford CC.

SUNDAYS (3rd) Aylesford Farmers Market in the grounds of Aylesford Priory (4th) West Malling Farmers Market in the High Street.

2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715 (3rd, ex Bank Hols) 7.15 for 7.30 Barming Horticultural Society. Village Hall, Heath Road, Guests £2, info Julie 01622 726341.

TUESDAYS

.30pm Group running from Larkfield 7 Leisure Centre. www.larkfieldac.co.uk

FRIDAYS 9.15 - 10.30am Network B2B for local businesses via zoom. Call Anna on 07939 248983 for info or to book a space.

(1st) 2.15-4.15pm Aylesford History Group meet at the Aylesford Community Center. All welcome.

8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100.

SATURDAYS

W E DNES D AY S

(2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. For info, contact Karin, mketgroup21@gmail.com

(2nd) 1.15-4pm DAMARA Retired/Semi-

Retired meet at Ditton Community Centre. 01732 844195

Please submit regular or one off events by 13th December to be included in January 2022 whether they are in person or via zoom. info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

...ALSO THIS MONTH Sunday 28 November 9.30am West Malling Farmers Market in the High Street.

Saturday 4 December 3pm St Peter and St Paul’s Church Aylesford host the Aveley and Newham brass band for a rousing Christmas Concert. Tickets £10 per adult. Including tea/coffee /squash in the interval. Available from Aline on 07771 636872 or email a.ongley@tiscali.co.uk or purchase at the door Tuesday 7 December 8pm Out of Bounds Comedy IN THE GARDEN @ The Chequers, Aylesford. Starring Rich Wilson. Tickets available at £8 www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 01622 717286.

Wednesday 8 December 7pm Heart Of Kent Hospice big Virtual Quiz Night. See website to book. www.hokh.org/support-us/ events/the-big-christmas-quiz-2021/ Friday 10-19 December Castlemas at Tonbridge Castle (See page 21) Sunday 12 December 1-4pm The Ditton Twinning Committee Christmas Fayre at Ditton Community Centre. Entry £1 Children Free. Come and meet Santa in his Sleigh. Stalls £10 contact Tony on 01732 844195.

Wednesday 15 December 7-9pm Heart Of Kent Hospice Carol Service at All Saints Church, Mill St, ME15 6YE. See website.

Saturday 29 January 9.30pm-3pm Postcard Fair at St George’s Church Hall, Gravesend, DA11 0TB. Free admission.

Refreshments available.

Saturday 12 February 9.30am-3pm East Malling Grand Stamp Fair at East Malling VH, ME19 6DD. Free admission and car park.

Refreshments available.

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