AYLESFORD/BARMING LOCAL ORACLE FEBRUARY 2016

Oracle the local

Month 83 : February 2016

Distribution 12,000 homes & businesses

YOUR MONTHLY GUIDE TO LOCAL SERVICES IN AND AROUND

ALLINGTON, AYLESFORD, BARMING & DITTON AND MAIDSTONE

the local Oracle celebrates 12 years in business.

We would like to thank our advertisers and readers for their continued support.

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Dear Readers

the local Oracle is 12 years old this month!

We started the local Oracle with 3,000 copies in and around Kings Hill and now have four editions with 50,000 copies each month! With over 25 businesses still with us from the very beginning we must be doing something right! Most of our advertisers have been with us for well over five years and many of those set up as a one man band and are now flourishing businesses thanks to our readers.

We have improved our format over the years and will continue to tweak things to perfection as we continue for the next 12 years! Should you have any suggestions, queries or complaints, do give us a call.

Each edition can be found on our website along with more details of advertisers by category and we have a calendar with other events in the wider area if you would like to travel further afield. www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Anna & Jane Suite 23, 10 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU

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01732 525805 (Jane) Accounts/Sales 01732 525806 (Anna) Artwork/Sales

info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

CUT OFF DATES FOR ADVERTISING IN THE MARCH EDITIONS ARE:

Sevenoaks Kings Hill/West Malling Allington/Barming/Ditton Paddock Wood/Tonbridge

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TO SEE THE ONLINE VERSION OF THE LOCAL ORACLE, ADVERTISERS AND LOCAL EVENTS GO TO......

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Have your own webpage on our website along side other local trusted businesses for just £45 + vat a year!

You know it makes sense.... just go to the website or give us a call on 01732 525806 (Anna) or 01732 525805 (Jane)

www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Part of Rolin Cleaning Services Ltd Professional Carpet Cleaning

Looking for a professional, local, family run carpet cleaning company?

Then give Chrissy or John a call.

Many companies don’t guarantee their work, we do - 100% customer satisfaction guaranteed

Also Upholstery Cleaning, Stain Removal, Stainguard Protection & Leather Suite Cleaning Safe cleaning process, carpet recolour from bleach marks - All work fully insured Special Offer

Have your carpets cleaned and we will give you a bottle of spot and stain remover FREE. So for a friendly, professional service please call us now

Telephone: 01732 872 199 M: 07801 561696 - Chrissy or John 07860 100295 info@rolin.cc www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk

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What can we do for you?

We have 4 editions with a distribution totalling 50,000 homes and businesses.

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

We can print and supply leaflets for you.

We can distribute 1,000 to 50,000 leaflets for you. You just tell us which areas you would like to target.

Sevenoaks Edition

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 ÂŁ54 which includes 4 photos, a video, text and links to your website and social media.

This is our business and you will only speak to us! * Approximate areas of distribution

Contact: Anna on 01732 525806 anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk Jane on 01732 525805 jane@thelocaloracle.co.uk

Anna & Jane

Sales and artwork Sales and accounts

www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

“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 Tel: 01732 883542 or: 01622 871614 Kings Hill

Lighting Switches

Outside Fittings

Repairs Sockets

Office - 01622 528190 Mobile - 07885 605424 asdelectricalservices@gmail.com Your Local Family Run Business

www.asdelectricalservices.co.uk

Benjamin Terry Plumbing and Heating 01622 725558 07968 424228 ben@bpterry.co.uk Experienced Qualified Plumbing and Heating Engineer offers • Free Quotations for all your Heating and plumbing requirements • No job too small • All calls handled promptly and efficiently.

• Free MagnaClean flush with all replacement Boilers Heating Boiler Servicing Landlord Gas Safety Certificates LPG Air Source Pumps and Natural Gas General Plumbing Bathrooms

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GIANT BEAR HIRE LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION 1,000 - 50,000 WE CAN TARGET SPECIFIC AREAS TO SUIT YOU Well behaved children’s parties!

Great for cuddling and photos.

Charity fund raising.

Call Anna - 01732 844246

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01732 525805/525806 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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Local Dental Practice now open Affordable monthly payment plans Relaxed comfortable environment Call or pop in for more information 1 Odiham Drive Allington, Maidstone, Kent Tel: 01622 669345 info@identicsdentalcare.co.uk www.identicsdentalcare.co.uk Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

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PAULINTERIORS ANTHONY CARPENTER & JOINER

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Cafe, Artisan Bakery, Plant Nursery & Shop Art for health - Most Saturdays 10.30-12.30pm Woolly Felters - 13/2 10am-3.30pm

Silver Metal Pendant - 13/2 10am-1pm Upcycling Workshop - March tbc

Carpentry Laminate wood flooring, door hanging.

Made to measure wardrobes, cupboards, units & shelving.

No job too big or too small.

25 years experience.

Please check facebook, twitter and our website for further updates and future workshops.

St Andrews Road, Barming

Maidstone, Kent ME16 9AN

Call Paul on 07719 117250 info@paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk

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01622 828382

www.blackthorn.org.uk

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WINDOW WORKS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

Broken Hinges 3 Misted Units Broken Glass Doors Re-adjusted Damaged Handles Child Restrictors Fire Escape Hinges Patio Door Rollers Letter Boxes Cat & Dog Flaps Multi-Point Door Locks Velux Windows Lock Outs/Emergency Entry

Family Run Business. Est. 1989

NO CALL OUT CHARGE

Tel: 01622 206690 On Site Mob: 07779 006696

Contact: Jane Tel: 01732 521494 www.save-moneywithme.co.uk

The Bounds, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7LZ email: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk

TNP tony nelson plumbing

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PLUMBING - Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks.

All plumbing undertaken.

HEATING - Leaking or blocked radiators and

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DRAINAGE - Drain clearing, jetting and repairs.

‘The Small Business Champions’ Start-up Advice Fixed Fees agreed in advance Flexible Payments Companies / Partnerships Self Employed / CIS Landlords / Corp. Tax Income Tax / PAYE / VAT Flexible Meetings

Covering all Ditton/Aylesford/Barming and surrounding areas.

Call Gary or Tina Richards for a friendly, free initial discussion without obligation on

Plumbing & Heating Specialist 01622 232962

0845 521 2241 Beside the Banks at Larkfield Free parking at rear

24 HOURS - 1 HOUR RESPONSE

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INDEX CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADS Accountants Aerials Appliance Repair Bathroom Installation* Bear Hire Blinds Building Regulations* Building Services* Business Networking Business Opportunity Carpentry Carpet Cleaning Charity Chocolate Parties Computer Support Craft Fair Decorators Dentist Domestic Cleaning* Doors Double Glazing Double Glazing Repairs

Garden Landscaping Garden Services Gas & Heating Services Handyman Homecare Jewellers Kitchens Locksmith Massage Therapy* Oven Cleaners Party Supplies Plasterer Plumbers Printers Recruitment Removals & Storage Roofing Roofs Shutters* Skip Hire Solicitors Sweet Shop Tree Surgeon Website Design Windows Window Cleaners

Electricians

USEFUL NUMBERS

Fencing

EVENTS

Foot Care

* New Advertiser

Cut off date for March 2016 is 25th February 2016 Could you advertise in other areas too?

We have other issues covering the following areas: KINGS HILL WEST MALLING LARKFIELD LEYBOURNE & SURROUNDING AREAS SEVENOAKS PADDOCK WOOD TONBRIDGE HADLOW EAST PECKHAM FIVE OAK GREEN MATFIELD Jane - 01732 525805 Anna - 01732 525806 THE LOCAL ORACLE Suite 23, 10 Churchill Square West Malling Kent ME19 4YU info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

All adverts are placed in good faith and the local O racle takes no responsibility for any issues arising from the use of suppliers who have advertised.

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AERIALS

BEAR HIRE

The Aerial Man Tel: 01732 883542 01622 871614 Satellite TV in all rooms.

New digital aerials.

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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APPLIANCE REPAIR Appliance Care and Repair Mobile: 07545 044276 Contact: Graham 4appliancecare@gmail.com www.appliancecareandrepair.co.uk Prompt and friendly service.

Repairs and installs to all electric appliances.

Over 10 years experience with a leading manufacturer.

TaxAssist Accountants 714 London Road, Larkfield ME20 6BL Tel: 0845 5212241 Local: 01732 221960 Contact: Gary or Tina Richards garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk www.taxassist.co.uk/Larkfield Full range of services for small businesses. Fixed fees. Friendly local service with meetings at your home or premises.

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BATHROOMS Bathroom Solutions Mobile: 07908 021913 Contact: David Bartholomew barti1@hotmail.com Complete bathroom installs, supply and design.

Plumbing, tiling, splash panels, plastering, electrical work and waste removal.

Free estimates.

Public liability insured.

AERIALS Simply Connected Aerials - Satellites - A/V Mobile: 07780 470541 info@simply-connected.uk www.simply-connected.uk New Aerials, Extra Points, Satellite Installations, Hidden Dishes, Home Networks, WiFi Problems?, Phone Points, TV Mounting, Home Cinema, CCTV, Fault Finding and much more.

FREE Surveys, Fully Insured, Over 15 Years Experience.

Giant Bear Hire Tel: 01732 844246 Contact: Anna Well behaved giant bear for hire.

Children’s parties.

Fundraising events.

School or promotional events.

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BLINDS Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd Unit 2 Albans Farm Romford Road Pembury Kent TN2 4BB Tel: 01892 825522 Fax: 01892 823522 Mobile: 07767 326211 Contact: Stuart Munday stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com We manufacture, supply and install all types of internal and external blinds and awnings along with solar control and security window films.

(See Colour Ad On Page 12) BUILDING REGULATIONS Building Regulation Approval is required for most building projects from chimney removal, re-roofing to extensions.

Licensed Approved Inspectors Alternative to Council - Local Company Wilkinson Construction Consultants Ltd www.thebuildinginspector.org 01732 523466 office@thebuildinginspector.org

BUILDING SERVICES Nightingale Bathrooms Tel: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk Easy access showers, baths and wet rooms.

Raised height toilets.

Slip resistant safety flooring.

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

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Any Aspect Builders Ltd Tel: 01622 729536 Mobile: 07407 764555 Contact: Kieron info@anyaspectbuilders.co.uk www.anyaspectbuilders.co.uk Extensions, Driveways, Patios, Fencing, Refurbishments and more.

Over 20 years experience.

Fully Insured.

Free Quotes.

CHAS approved.

Reference Available.

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BUILDING SERVICES

BUSINESS NETWORKING

CARPENTRY

Paul Tann Ltd Tel: 01732 842863 Mobile: 07956 313287 07834 810453 Contact: Paul 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.

PBCS (Southern) Limited Gas Safe Registered Loft Conversions Extensions Refurbishment General Property Maintenance South East London & Kent 07958 215 553 143590

Customer Service info@pbcssouthern.com

R Blackman General Maintenance Tel: 01892 838668 Mobile: 07887 948430 Contact: Richard Blackman rblackman1@btinternet.com www.rb-gm.co.uk Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork.

Interior and exterior painting.

Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

Star Construction Tel: 01732 848640 mobile: 07930 244454 contact: Mark Warrington www.starconstruction.net Star Construction can assist you with small, medium and large home maintenance, renovation and improvement projects inside and out. Design to completion of conversions, extensions and new builds. Local examples of high quality work available to view.

BNI Kings Hill

Kings Hill Golf Club, Kings Hill We meet every Thursday morning.

Come and join us.

Call Anna to book your place!

01732 525806

RED Carpentry Tel: 01622 751447 Mobile: 07896 904056 Contact: 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.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPET CLEANING

Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Networking Marketing Business Tel: 01732 521494 Contact: Jane jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.make-moneywithme.co.uk Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided.

Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd Tel: 01732 872199 Contact: Chrissie on 07801 561696 John on 07860 100295 info@rolin.cc www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk Family run carpet cleaning company.

Also upholstery cleaning, Stain removal, Stainguard protection & leather suite cleaning.

NCCA and IICRC Certified.

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CHARITY

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Blackthorn Trust St Andrew’s Road, Barming Maidstone, ME16 9AN Tel: 01622 828382 www.blackthorn.org.uk Cafe, Artisan Bakery, Plant Nursery and Shop.

Open on Saturdays.

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CARPENTRY Paul Anthony Interiors Mobile: 07719 117250 info@paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk Carpenter and joinery.

Laminate wood flooring.

Kitchen design and installation.

Made to measure sliding wardrobes.

Cupboards, units and shelving.

No job too big or too small.

25 years experience.

Call for free, no obligation quote.

Discount to local Oracle readers.

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CHOCOLATE UMBRELLA CHOCOLATE PARTIES

Workshops and parties for lots of fun and lots of chocolatey goodies to take home.

Just £17.50 per head Also, truffle making workshops, hen nights & birthdays at the Chocolate Umbrella

42 High St, West Malling, ME19 6QR 01732 522533 yummy@chocolateumbrella.co.uk www.chocolateumbrella.co.uk

C-D COMPUTER SUPPORT APC Manpower Computer Services Tel: 01732 790099 Mobile: 07867771078 service@pcmanpower.co.uk VIRUS Removal Specialists Broadband or WiFi issues SLOW or Freezing computer PC not starting, Low Memory LAPTOP Repair, EMAIL problems Apple / iPad Repairs, Printer setup, Computer Cleanup.

D DENTIST Identics Dental Surgery 1 Odiham Drive, Allington, Maidstone, Kent Tel: 01622 669345 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)

GLEAMING CLEANING DOMESTIC CLEANING

KES Computer Support Tel: 01622 721000 www.kesuk.net Computer repairs and upgrades for Home and Small Business users.

Virus & Spyware removal.

Internet setup & home networking.

How can we help you today?

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CRAFT FAIR Indoor Market and Craft Fair Aylesford Village Community Centre Sunday 28th February 10am-2pm Home made products, curios, refreshments, parking.

Free entry. All proceeds to Centre.

Registered Charity No 302674

DECORATORS

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!

No job too BIG or too SMALL! For a professional 1-2-1 service with A Smile!

Call Terri: 07486 860647 Free quotation 1st clean 1/2 price

DOMESTIC CLEANING

DOUBLE GLAZING Trade Glaze Units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works Lower Road, East Farleigh Maidstone Kent ME15 0HD Tel: 01622 725444 Fax: 01622 721111 ad2000@btconnect.com www.trade-glaze.co.uk Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories.

Top quality products with top quality service.

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DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS DG Solutions (Kent) Limited Independent Offham Business Double Glazing Problems Solved Tel: 01732 842691 Mobile: 07870 213098 contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk Fault Finding, Repairs and Upgrades Windows, Doors, Locks & adjustments Misted Sealed Units, Handles and Hinges Upgrade to A-rated energy efficient units.

New Installation FENSA Insurance backed.

Free telephone advice and call out Over 30 years’ experience in industry.

Call Helen on 07715 651935

SOS Window Works The Bounds, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7LZ Tel: 01622 206690 Mobile: 07779 006696 soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk

A local domestic cleaner in Maidstone providing reliable and efficient services regularly or one-off, with own cleaning supplies at good hourly rates.

HBdomesticgoddess@outlook.com

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 13)

DOORS

Parrish Painting & Decorating

Trade2Trade Windows Limited

Mobile: 07967 190588 Contact: Mark

Tel: 01634 730053 info@t2twindows.com www.t2twindows.com

For all your decorating needs.

A friendly, reliable service at competitive rates.

Qualified and fully insured.

Call for a free, no obligation quote.

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Doors, windows & conservatories.

February Sale New Year, new look Call us today.

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1,000 TO 50,000 LEAFLET PRODUCTION & DISTRIBUTION 01732 525805 01732 525806

E ELECTRICIANS ASD Electrical Services Tel: 01622 528190 Mobile: 07885 605424 asdelectricalservices@gmail.com www.asdelectricalservices.co.uk No job too small Maintenance and installation Domestic and commercial Repairs and fittings Free quotations No call out fee Family run business.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9) Dase Electrical Darren Skelly electrician Mobile: 07515 748520 dskelly9372@gmail.com www.facebook.com/Dase-electrical 17th Edition and City & Guilds qualifications. CRB checked.

Friendly and Local.

Domestic. No job too big or small!

Part or Full Rewires.

Switches, lights and sockets.

Garden lighting and power.

LED Installation.

Free quotes, advice and call outs.

Domestic and Residential Electrical Services Tel: 01622 870147 Mobile: 07515 159821 Email: info@darelectric.co.uk www.darelectric.co.uk 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.

L.T Security & Electrical Services Braeburn Way, Kings Hill,West Malling Contact: Lee Terry Tel: 01732 522 788 Mob: 07971 552 663 Email: leeterry4@googlemail.com Over 30 qualified years experience in Electrical & Security work in domestic & commercial properties (12 years locally) All Alarms and Security Systems installed & Existing Systems maintained. All electrical work undertaken with No callout charge. Very quick response & reliable friendly personal approach. Free Estimates.

No job too small. Experienced in working

for the elderly.

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FENCING C Turvey Fencing & Landscaping Tel: 01892 325389 Mobile: 07872 940862 Contact: Craig Turvey cturveyfencing@yahoo.co.uk www.ctfencing.co.uk Local reliable company.

Supply & install all types of fencing and gates.

Turfing, artifical grass, raised beds, decking, shed bases, garden clearance.

Free quotation.

PARKERS FENCING & GATE AUTOMATION

Tel: 01732 874487 Fax: 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.

Tate Fencing Tel: 01732 852596 sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk New Tonbridge depot NOW OPEN. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)

FOOTCARE West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody 14-16 Swan Street, West Malling ME19 6LP Tel: 01732 848460 Contact: Marie Thomas Bsc(Hons), MChS westmallingpods@gmail.com HPC Registered Podiatrist Corn & Callous Removal Biomechanics & Orthotics Verrucae Ingrown Toenails Evening, weekend and home visits also available.

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g-m GARAGE DOORS Garage Door Associates Showroom and Head Office 18 Holborough Road, Snodland Tel: 01732 590085 www.garagedoorassociates.co.uk Supply and install all makes and styles of garage door.

Repairs and Spares Automation DIY advice.

Awnings Recommended by Kent Trading Standards

EVERY 1/4, 1/2 & FULL PAGE ADVERT RECEIVES AN A-Z BOX GARDEN LANDSCAPING JOBE Construction Tel: 01732 844842 Mobile: 07866 683569 Contact: Bernard Jobe Specialist in block paving, tarmac driveways, patios and paths.

Garden maintenance.

Garden fencing Call for free advice and estimates KCC Registered for drop kerbs.

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HANDYMAN

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All aspects of soft and hard landscaping.

From design to installation.

Patios, decking, retaining walls, block paving, turfing, planting & fencing.

Fully insured and qualified.

Free estimates.

The New Leaf Gardener Garden Care & Maintenance Tel: 01622 756709 Mobile: 07917 726226 Contact: Claire Claire@thenewleafgardener.co.uk www.thenewleafgardener.co.uk One-off service or regular garden care . Grass/hedge cutting . Preparation for house sale . Tree, shrub pruning & border care . Clearance or tidy . Garden woodwork/carpentry Free estimates & fully insured.

Yew Tree Landscapes Larkfield Tel: 01732 848179 Mobile: 07850 175077 Contact: Kevin Kennett yewtreelandscapes1@tiscali.co.uk

Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating Tel: 01622 725558 Mobile: 07968 424228 ben@bpterry.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.

All major credit/debit cards taken.

Experienced Qualified Plumbing and Heating Engineer offers; Free Quotations for all your heating and plumbing requirements, No job too small, All calls handled promptly and efficiently.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9)

The Landscapers Tel: 01634 941043 Mobile: 07711222142 Contact: Daniel daniel@the-landscapers.co.uk www.the-landscapers.co.uk

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

Woodchipping & stump grinding.

Fencing, decking & turfing.

Grass & hedge cutting & strimming.

Shed bases.

Rubbish clearance - CC Registered.

Fully insured.

Seasoned logs.

Tel: 01634 244061 Mobile: 07941 172176 derekdhmltd@blueyonder.co.uk You buy and I fit Kitchens, bathrooms, tiling, taps, guttering, general household repairs, radiators.

Free quotations.

Fully insured.

HOMECARE Audley Care (Kent) Tel: 01622 633101 libbyw@audleycare.co.uk www.audleycare.co.uk For care that’s wrapped around you.

Remember you don’t have to change your routine just to make things easier for us. It’s the other way around.

(See Colour Ad On Page 3)

JEWELLERS

GARDEN SERVICES KPE Garden & Tree Work Tel: 01622 716101 Mobile: 07949 101102 Contact: Ken kpe_800@hotmail.co.uk

Derek’s Home Maintenance Ltd

Wicks Gas Tel: 01732 883544 Mobile: 07748 780811 Contact: Gerald Wicks wicksgas@btinternet.com Service, repair & installation of central heating, boilers, cookers, fires, warm air units. Power flushing, plumbing, landlord certificates, free advice/quotation.

GAS SAFE REGISTERED.

Andrew Smith Jewellers 89 High Street, West Malling Kent ME19 6NA Tel: 01732 843087 www.andrewsmithjewellers.co.uk Competitive pricing for unwanted or damaged gold items.

Professional, friendly advice.

Open 9am-5.30pm Mon to Sat (See Colour Ad on Page 5)

Every 1/4, 1/2 and full page ad has an A-Z box and a page on our website www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

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KITCHENS

OVEN CLEANERS

Danmar Kitchens 51 High Sreet, West Malling Kent, ME19 6QH Tel: 01732 848333 info@danmarkitchens.co.uk www.danmarkitchens.co.uk Kitchens Bathrooms Studies Come and visit our showroom.

(See Colour Ad On Page 10)

LOCKSMITH A.Maidstone Locksmiths 27 Dixon Close, Maidstone ME15 6SS Tel: 01622 410057 Mobile: 07837 751611 Contact: John 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.

MASSAGE THERAPY JSB Therapies

PLUMBERS

Oven Angels

Tony Nelson Plumbing

Tel: 01892 514552 Mobile: 07901 857608 www.ovenangels.co.uk

Tel: 01622 232962

Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products.

Now in their 17th year.

Prices from ÂŁ45. Fully insured.

As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.

PARTY SUPPLIES

Plumbing - all plumbing undertaken.

Heating - radiators and boilers Gas - boilers installed and repaired.

Drainage - cleaning, jetting & repairs.

24 hours - 1 hour response.

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PRINTERS

Best Parties Store West Malling Post Office, 30 Swan Street, West Malling, Kent. ME19 6JZ Tel: 01732 843204 wmbestparties@gmail.com www.facebook.com/Bestparties We have an extensive range of Helium Balloons, Party Banners, Party decor, tableware, pinata's, candles, greeting cards, toys, gifts, invites etc, for all your party needs.

Visit instore or find us on facebook.

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PLASTERER Wall 2 Wall Plastering

Mobile: 07443 424605 Contact: Julia Smallbone julia@JSBtherapies.co.uk Facebook.com/JSBtherapies

Tel: 01634 313326 Mobile: 07843 881657 Contact: Joe Bunting wall2wallplastering@hotmail.co.uk

Local massage therapist.

Enjoy a relaxing and tension relieving massage in the comfort of your own home.

Gift vouchers are available.

Fully qualified Plasterer.

Internal & external plastering.

Rendering & pebble dashing.

Skimming & plaster boarding.

Coving.

Friendly & tidy service.

Free quotes.

PLUMBERS

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Hylton Plumbing Services West Malling Tel: 01732 843086 Mobile: 07970 528822 Contact: Hylton Visser ahmail@btinternet.com www.hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk Qualified plumber with 20 yrs exp.

Public liability Insured. No call out fee.

Maintenance plumbing, burst pipes, hot water cylinders, blocked drains, radiators, leaking taps, new loft tanks.

24hr Emergency Call Out.

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RECRUITMENT Audley Care (Kent) Tel: 0371 226 3775 recruitment@audleycare.co.uk www.audleycare.co.uk We are now recruiting homecarers in your area to deliver high quality care and domestic support to our customers living in their own homes.

Please call if you are interested in joining our friendly Audley Care Team.

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REMOVALS & STORAGE Goodfellows Removals & Storage Ashtree Farm, Teston Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 5RL Tel: 01732 841841 Fax: 01622 753708 Household/office removals.

Local professional removal and storage company.

Family owned. Established 20 years.

Please ring for a free quote.

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REMOVALS & STORAGE

SHUTTERS

TREE SURGEON

Stylehouse Shutters

Qualitree Services Ltd

Tel: 01732 521287 hello@stylehouseshutters.co.uk www.stylehouseshutters.co.uk

Tel: 01622 208426 Contact: Gary or Caroline Everest hello@qualitree-services.co.uk www.qualitree-services.co.uk

01622 758 497 or 01732 871503 Mobile: 07796 265801 www.gpremovals.co.uk UK/European moves.

Large and light removals.

Packing service available.

(See Colour Ad On Page 10)

Based in West Malling, supplying and fitting the highest quality, bespoke window plantation shutters.

Free no obligation survey.

Local, friendly service.

3 year guarantee.

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Call Today For Your Free Quotation

ROOFING

SKIP HIRE

WEBSITE DESIGN

D. P. Roofing

Haffenden Skip Hire East Malling

Tel: 01622 808103 Mobile: 07517 106711 All types of roofing renewed and repaired, chimneys, guttering etc.

Tel: 01732 871858 or 01732 840116 Mobile: 07850 049246

All work guaranteed.

Free quotes.

All areas covered.

2yd to 12yd skips available.

Local reliable service.

Call for competitive rates.

SOLICITORS Graham Colley Solicitor Tel: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors

01622 734367 07729 727188

All aspects of roofing and property maintenance work undertaken, from general repair and household DIY work, to complete re-roofs and rebuilds.

We offer affordable prices.

References available on request.

ROOFS & WINDOWS Trade2Trade Windows Limited Tel: 01634 730053 Doors, windows & conservatories.

February Sale New Year, new look Call us today.

(See Colour Ad On Page 7)

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.

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CHOCOLATE UMBRELLA SWEET SHOP

All your favourite sweets, party bags & Kebabs made to order with free message tag.

Candy Cakes any size/colour Delicious Luxury English Truffles Macaroons, Nougat & specialities Ice Creams, Sorbets & Slush Drinks 42 High St, West Malling, ME19 6QR 01732 522533 yummy@chocolateumbrella.co.uk www.chocolateumbrella.co.uk Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

Tree Surgery, Stump Grinding & Log Deliveries Professional, Experienced, Insured & Qualified

Webexpand Tel: 01732 84 24 54 www.webexpand.co.uk Web design Online shops E-Commerce Google promotion Expand your business on the web with webexpand.

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WINDOWS Trade Glaze Units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works Lower Road, East Farleigh Maidstone Kent ME15 0HD Tel: 01622 725444 Fax: 01622 721111 ad2000@btconnect.com www.trade-glaze.co.uk Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories.

Top quality products with top quality service.

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WINDOW CLEANERS All Clean Windows Tel/Fax: 01622 745179 Contact: Jean Tandy gean.tandy@virgin.net 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.

USEFUL LOCAL PHONE NUMBERS ALZHEIMER'S SOCIETY 01892 835498 AGE CONCERN 01622 753618 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 0845 1551000 Multiple Sclerosis Society - Maidstone & District 01622 675556 LIBRARY Castle Rd, Allington ME16 0PR 01622 683435 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 842339 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 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 Ditton PCSO Sally Doherty 101 Community Warden - Ditton John Newton 07813 712081 RSPCA RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 123 0751 SAMARITANS 48 Grecian Street, Maidstone, ME14 2TS 01622 674444 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 AND St Peter's School Nursery Ltd 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 TRAINS National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50

EVENTS PAGE Mondays 9.45am Music and movement for babies and toddlers at Beechwood Hall, Barming. 07901712510 Mondays 10am-11.15am, Over 60’s Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.

Mondays 11.20-12.20pm, Complete Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 Mondays 1.30-2.30pm Medau Classes at Wateringbury VH, ME18 5NU. 1st Class foc £5 after 01622 749002 Mondays 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – phone Liz Day on 01732 840937.

Mondays (Except BH) 2.30-4.30pm The Oasis Tea Room opp. Ditton Village Green offering home made refreshments.

Mondays 6-7pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Contact Ross King 07812 096724 Mondays (1st, ex Bank hols) 7 for 7.30pm Barming WI, Village Hall, Heath Road. Contact Linda 01622 720847.

Mondays 7-8pm Weight Watchers, Brassey Centre, Aylesford - Leader Judith 01622 683382 Mondays 7-8pm Kick Ass Aerobics £6 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 Mondays (3rd excl Aug) 7.30pm Allington Castle W.I. at Palace Wood School (Acorns) Diane 01622 721170.Mini Tuesdays 1.15-2pm Mayhem music for 0-1yrs Aylesford Community Centre. 07815 775504 Tuesdays (2nd & 4th) 2-4pm. Friendship afternoon. Brassey centre Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083 Tuesdays (term time) 9:30-11:30am Aylesford Parent and Toddler Group, Brassey Centre, Aylesford Tuesdays 6-7pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Group Scout Leader on 07812096724 Tuesdays 6.30pm-7.45pm, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 Tuesdays 7.45pm-9.15pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 Wednesday 10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Maidstone YMCA. 07815 775504 Wednesdays 11.15-12 Midday Mini mayhem music for 0-1yrs Maidstone YMCA. 07815 775504 Wednesdays 11.30-1.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Aylesford. Pam 07891 185983 Wed’s (term-time) 1.15-2.45pm Parent & Toddler Group at The Brassey Centre, Station Rd. £1. 01622 717434.

Wednesdays 2.30-4pm Over 50s Get Together Club at Allington Baptist Church, 76a London Rd, ME16 0DT. Wednesdays 6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Group Scout Leader 07812096724 Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Aylesford. Pam 07891185983 Wednesdays (4th) 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI in the Brassey Rooms, Station Rd, Aylesford. Eileen 01622 715205.

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

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

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

Thursdays 5.15-6.45pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724 Thursdays 6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Leader Judith 01622 683382 Thursdays (3rd) 7pm Wateringbury Flower Club, Nettlestead Village Hall, ME18 5ER. Details 01732 873021 Thursdays 7-9pm Ditton Scouts (10-14 years old) at Ditton Scout HQ. Leader 07812 096724 Thursdays 7-8pm Beginners Pilates £8 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 Thursdays 7.30pm Karate Club 35+ at the Brassey Centre Station Rd, Aylesford. Okinawan martial.

Fridays 10am St Nicholas Church Hall, Allington musical fun for babies/toddlers contact 07901 712510 Fridays 10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Aylesford Community Cenre. 07815 775504 Fridays 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – come and try, if you like it you can join.

Fridays 8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at St Pauls Church Hall Boxley Road, Joan on 01634 256891.

Saturdays 9-10am & 10.15-11.15am Pre Natal Yoga £7 Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711 790101 Saturdays 9.30am-3.30pm Blackthorn Trust, St Andrews Rd, Barming, ME16 9AN open for brunch & lunch.

Saturdays 10 - 12 Brassey Centre, Aylesford and Ditton Green 12 - 2pm. www.communigrow.org Saturdays 10am-12noon Market at the Brassey Centre, Aylesford. Tea/Coffee. Contact 01622 717598 Saturdays 10.30am-12pm Art for Health at Blackthorn Trust, St Andrews Rd, Barming ME16 9AN. Saturdays (2nd) 11am-3pm The Embroiderers' Guild, Maidstone Branch meets at Aylesford Community Centre Visitors are welcome. For more info: catherine.shirley@btinternet.com or 01277 354704.

Sundays (2nd & 4th) Saturday 13 February Friday 19 February Sunday 28 February Sunday 28 February Saturday 5 March

10am-12noon Zen Meditation Group, ME16, contact Barbara on 01622 670587 for details.

Valentine Ball with Click Elite in Maidstone. Contact Linda on 01622 863769.

7pm Aylesford & Eccles WI ‘My Secret Kitchen’ at Aylesford Village Club. £1pp. 01622 715205 10am-2pm Indoor Market & Craft Fair, Aylesford Village Centre (See Advert) 6 mile walk with Click Elite in Barming. Contact Linda on 01622 863769.

7.30pm RNLI Barn Dance, Fant Community Hall, Fant Lane, Barming, Maidstone. £10 (inc supper) Bring your own drink and nibbles. John Ashbolt 01622 725435 or Alan Cocks 01622 761004.

Please re-submit your classes and meetings for the March 2016 edition by 25th February 2016 email:info@thelocaloracle.co.uk All events will appear on our website - www.thelocaloracle.co.uk