AYLESFORD/BARMING LOCAL ORACLE JAN 2015

Oracle the local

Month 70 : January 2015

Distribution 12,000 homes & businesses

YOUR MONTHLY GUIDE TO LOCAL SERVICES IN AND AROUND

ALLINGTON, AYLESFORD, BARMING & DITTON AND MAIDSTONE

Your logo and company details can go here.

Call for more information.

Anna: 01732 525806 or Jane: 01732 525805

www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

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Dear Readers

Happy New Year!

It’s 2015 and we are off! Some new advertisers with some exciting services for you, some old advertisers with updated services and as always the ones in between who are good local businesses ready and waiting for your call.

If you have new year resolutions about a new job, new home, new body or new partner, we have something for you.

Please see our online calendar along with the latest online version of the local Oracle. www.thelocaloracle.co.uk.

Have a great month!

Anna & Jane Suite 23, 10 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, West Malling Kent ME19 4YU TEL

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 FEBRUARY EDITIONS ARE:

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......

www.thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

We cover three areas with over 12,000 distribution in each giving a total of 40,000 homes and businesses covered by the local Oracle Kings Hill, West Malling, Addington, Birling, East Malling, Halling, Holborough, Larkfield, Leybourne, Mereworth, Offham, Ryarsh, Snodland, Trottiscliffe and Wateringbury

Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Hadlow, Five Oak Green, East Peckham, Matfield and Southborough Aylesford, Barming, Allington, Ditton and parts of Maidstone We have many options for you to use for your business: Standard Category Advert in the A-Z section, Colour Category, 1/4, 1/2 and Full Page Adverts Each edition is updated and put onto our website.

We can print, supply and deliver 1,000 to 40,000 leaflets.

Have your own webpage on our website along side other local trusted businesses for just ÂŁ45 + 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)

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Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd Professional Carpet Cleaning

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

Then give Chrissie 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, No solvents or bleaching agents used - All work fully insured Special Offer - FREE CARPET CLEAN

- have three carpets cleaned and we will clean the smallest for free So for a friendly, professional service please call us now

Telephone: 01732 872 199 M: Chrissie - 07860 100 295 or John - 07874 005 135 E: info@kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk www.kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk M2493 Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

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“THE AERIAL MAN” Family business - established 28 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

“FACT

98% of businesses rely on referrals to gain new business”

“FACT

3% of businesses have a strategy for referrals”

KINGS HILL

Kings Hill Golf Club Thursday 6.30am

We are specifically looking for the following to give business to.....

GARAGE SIGN WRITER TRAVEL AGENT ESTATE/LETTING AGENT DOUBLE GLAZING CO. PAINTER & DECORATOR CLEANER GARDENER CARPET/FLOORING CO. FLORIST

Call Anna on 01732 844246 to find out more

Changing the Way the World Does BusinessTM

FROM THE PAST A PRESENT FOR THE FUTURE DRAWN FROM YOUR FAST-FADING PHOTO AN IMPOSING PORTRAIT IN PENCIL

01474 813434 www.christopher-marshall.co.uk

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ELECTRICAL & SECURITY SERVICES Oliver: 07795 907849 Mitchell: 07926 878200 Local friendly experienced electricians - no job too big or too small, great rates, free quotes.

Re-wires - Additional lights/sockets Fuse boards - Outside lighting - CCTV Emergency Call out 24/7 New builds - Intercoms Wired/Wireless intruder alarms

LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION 1,000 - 40,000 WE CAN TARGET SPECIFIC AREAS TO SUIT YOU

oliver@emergencyelectricianmaidstone.co.uk www.emergencyelectricianmaidstone.co.uk

WILLS

Have you made a Will?

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

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Give us a call or drop us an email.

01732 844246/521494 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

Heel2Toe Mobile Foot Clinic Specialising in the treatment of: • Callus • In-growing Toenails • Corns • Fungal Infections • Verruca • Nail Cutting • Care of the Diabetic Foot Brendan Reidy (S.A.C. Dip FHPT S.A.C. Dip FHPP) is a fully qualified and Registered Foot Health Practitioner who specialises in the care and maintenance of the foot. "I know the misery caused by foot problems and how they can affect your quality of life, that's why I am devoted to taking your pain away and putting you back comfortably on your feet again."

As I offer a mobile service you do not need to drag yourself into town, just give me a call or drop me an email and arrange a visit to resolve your foot problems in the comfort of your own armchair.

Based in Maidstone I can provide appointments anywhere in the Mid Kent area, just ask. Give me a try, I guarantee you'll be pleased with the service.

Tel: 07926 388 799 Email: heel2toe-mobilefootclinic@hotmail.co.uk Web Site : www.heel2toe-mobilefootclinic.co.uk

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PAULINTERIORS ANTHONY CARPENTER & JOINER

local Oracle Discou nt applies

Carpentry Laminate wood flooring, door hanging.

Kitchen design and installation Made to measure wardrobes, cupboards, units & shelving.

No job too big or too small.

25 years experience.

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

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A bi-monthly magazine jam packed with news, views and interviews for the Soul Scene.

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

Previous interviews with: Smokey Robinson Jocelyn Brown Omar John Legend Mica Paris Jeffrey Daniel Larry Blackmon of Cameo Chaka Khan Brand New Heavies Bluey of Incognito Teena Marie Paul ‘Trouble’ Anderson Steve Arrington Mary Davis of SOS Band and many more.......

Family Run Business. Est. 1989

NO CALL OUT CHARGE

Tel: 01622 206690 On Site Mob: 07779 006696

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PLUMBING - Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks.

All plumbing undertaken.

HEATING - Leaking or blocked radiators and

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WINDOW WORKS

DRAINAGE - Drain clearing, jetting and repairs.

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

‘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 Alarm Systems Appliance Repair Artist Bathroom Installation

Garden Services

Gas & Heating Services Handyman Homecare

Insurance Claim Assist Jewellers Lighting

Blinds

Locksmith

Building Regulations

Oven Cleaners

Building Services

Plasterer

Business Opportunity

Plumbers

Business Networking

Printer

Carpentry Carpet Cleaning

Chocolate Parties

Computer Support Decorator Dentist

Dog Training

Double Glazing

Double Glazing Repairs Electricians Fencing

Recruitment Removals

Roofing

Skip Hire Solicitors

Soul Music Magazine Sweet Shop

Tree Surgeon Windows

Foot Care

Window Cleaners

Garage Doors

USEFUL NUMBERS

Garden Landscaping

EVENTS

Cut off date for February 2014 is 25 January 2014 Could you advertise in other areas too?

We have other issues covering the following areas: KINGS HILL WEST MALLING LARKFIELD LEYBOURNE & SURROUNDING AREAS and PADDOCK WOOD TONBRIDGE HADLOW EAST PECKHAM FIVE OAK GREEN MATFIELD Jane - 01732 525805 Anna - 01732 525806 THE LOCAL ORACLE PO BOX 314 WEST MALLING ME19 6WN 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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A-B ALARM SYSTEMS

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Virtus Security Ltd Tel: 01622 616241 info@virtussecurity.co.uk www.virtussecurity.co.uk Intruder alarm specialists in design, service and maintenance.

- Experienced security engineers - Fully insured - Free no obligation quotations - Jobs individually priced - Code resetting available - Residential and commercial - CCTV/Access control and door entry work also undertaken.

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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AERIALS 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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ARTIST Christopher Marshall Luddesdowne Nr Meopham Tel/Fax: 01474 813434 Contact: Christopher Marshall info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk

Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints.

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B 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 & FIRE REGULATIONS Wilkinson Construction Consultants Suite 31, 60 Churchill Sq Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling ME19 4YU Tel: 01732 523466 office@thebuildinginspector.org www.thebuildinginspector.org Access Audits * Approved Inspector Building Regulation Approval CDM-C * Fire Safety Engineering Fire Risk Assessments - Training Building Standards in the UK

BUILDING SERVICES Any Aspect Builders Ltd Tel: 01622 729536 Mobile: 07407 764555 Contact: Kieron Kieronrobinson5@outlook.com www. anyaspectbuilders.co.uk Extensions, Driveways, Patios, Fencing, Refurbishments and more.

Over 20 years experience.

Fully Insured Free Quotes Reference Available

BATHROOMS Paul Tann Ltd 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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Tel: 01732 842863 Mobile: 07956 313287 0 7834 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.

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BUILDING SERVICES 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.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Networking Marketing Business Tel: 0800 231 5753 Mobile: 07828 085778 Contact: Fran Boorman fran@minimumbills.co.uk www.income2bankon.co.uk Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided.

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CARPET CLEANING

c CARPENTRY Chatfield Carpentry Tel: 01732 871449 Mobile: 07985 273773 Contact: Steve Wheeler mail@chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk www.chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk Kitchens/wardrobes designed & fitted Internal/External doors supplied and fitted. Skirting/Architraves/Solid wood & Laminate floors Quality workmanship at competitive prices.

Over 17 years expereince City and Guilds qualified.

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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BUSINESS NETWORKING

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

Come and join us.

Call Anna to book your place!

01732 844246

Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd Tel: 01732 872199 Contact: Chrissie on 07860 100295 John on 07874 005 135 info@kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk www.kingshillkentcarpetclean.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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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

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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.

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APC Manpower Computer Services Tel: 01732 790099 Mobile: 07867 771078 service@pcmanpower.co.uk VIRUS Removal Specialists Broadband or WIFI issues SLOW or FREEZING Computer.

PC Not starting. Laptop Screen -repair. Memory Upgrades Network your Home or Setup PC PRINTER setup. No Fix, No Fee

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DITTON DOG TRAINING

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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DOG TRAINING

Weekly training classes held Monday evenings at Ditton Community Centre, Kiln Barn Road, Ditton.

Kennel Club GCDS classes from Puppy to Gold level.

All dogs are welcome, whatever their age or breed Please call Ron Mills for more info on the courses on 07771 894175

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d-f DECORATORS Parrish Painting & Decorating Tel: 01622 741606 Mobile: 07967 190588 Contact: Mark For all your decorating needs.

A friendly, reliable service at competitive rates.

Qualified and fully insured.

Call for a free, no obligation quote.

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)

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.

SOS Window Works The Bounds, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7LZ Tel: 01622 206690 Mobile: 07779 006696 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.

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E ELECTRICIANS 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.

Electrical and Security Services Contact: Oliver 07795 907849 Mitchell 07926 878200 oliver@emergencyelectricianmaidstone.co.uk www.emergencyelectricianmaidstone.co.uk

Local friendly experienced electricians - no job too big or too small, great rates, free quotes.

- Re-wires - Additional lights/sockets - Fuse boards, Outside lighting, CCTV - Emergency Call out 24/7 - New builds - Intercoms - Wired/Wireless intruder alarms\ (See Colour Ad On Page 10) 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.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525806 01732 525805

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FENCING

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.

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FOOT CARE

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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01732 525806 01732 525805 FOOT CARE

Heel2Toe Mobile Foot Clinic Mobile: 07926 388 799

heel2toe-mobilefootclinic@hotmail.co.uk www.heel2toe-mobilefootclinic.co.uk

Specialising in the treatment of: • Callus • In-growing Toenails • Corns • Fungal Infections • Verruca • Athletes Foot • Care of the Diabetic Foot (See Colour Ad On Page 10)

Mid Kent Foot Health Tel: 01622 673761 Mobile: 07714 304265 Contact: Antony Brecht www.midkentfoothealth.co.uk Quality foot care for the family.

A qualified, insured and registered foot health practitioner providing treatments in the comfort of your own home for all the common foot problems that prevent you living life to the full.

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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

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 Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle

G GARDEN LANDSCAPING The Landscapers Tel: 01634 850020 Mobile: 07711222142 Contact: Daniel daniel@the-landscapers.co.uk www.the-landscapers.co.uk 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.

Yew Tree Landscapes Larkfield Tel: 01732 848179 Mobile: 07850 175077 Contact: Kevin Kennett 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.

All major credit/debit cards taken.

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

Fencing, Decking & Turfing.

Grass & Hedge Cutting & Strimming.

Shed bases.

V & S Garden Services Tel: 01732 521224 Mobile: 07958 997336 Contact: Sue or Vince vsgardenservices@hotmail.co.uk All garden maintenance/clearance.

Hedge cutting/weeding.

Lawn mowing. Pressure washing patios or driveways.

Either as a one off job or on a regular basis.

Fully insured & own tools supplied.

Free estimates.

Very reasonable rates.

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HOMECARE

LOCKSMITH

Cannon Services (UK) Ltd

Audley Care

Tel: 01732 424061 Contact: Nigel Cook office@cannon-services.co.uk

Tel: 01622 633101 www.audleycare.co.uk

Fully Gas Safe Register qualified gas heating engineers carrying out all types of gas heating works including boiler installations, servicing, breakdowns, radiator replacements and Landlord Gas Safety Certificates.

Free no obligation quotes.

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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.

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INSURANCE CLAIM ASSIST Wicks Gas

Service, repair & installation of central heating, boilers, cookers, fires, warm air units. Power flushing, plumbing, landlord certificates, free advice/quotation.

GAS SAFE REGISTERED.

HANDYMAN Derek’s Home Maintenance Ltd 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.

Tel: 0800 077 6705 (24hr) www.aspray.com

Experience a stress-free property insurance claim for your home or business.

We negotiate a fair settlement for you with your insurer.

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FULL PAGE ADVERT RECEIVES AN A-Z BOX

Tel: 01892 514552 Mobile: 07901 857608 ovenangels@onetel.com www.ovenangels.co.uk Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products.

Now in their 14th year.

Prices from £45. Fully insured.

As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.

JEWELLERS 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

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LIGHTING

EVERY 1/4, 1/2 &

OVEN CLEANERS Oven Angels

Aspray

Tel: 01732 883544 Mobile: 07748 780811 Contact: Gerald Wicks wicksgas@btinternet.com

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.

Lakes Lighting Company Lighting & Homeware Showroom Unit 10, Centre Court, Sir Thomas Longley Road, Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent ME2 4BQ Tel: 01634 717242 www.lightingcompanyonline.co.uk Suppliers of Astro Lighting, Diyas, Diyas Home, Endon home and Lighting and many more!

Swarovski authorised lighting partner.

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P PLASTERER Wall 2 Wall Plastering Tel: 01634 313326 Mobile: 07843 881657 Contact: Joe Bunting wall2wallplastering@hotmail.co.uk Fully qualified Plasterer.

Internal & external plastering.

Rendering & pebble dashing.

Skimming & plaster boarding.

Coving.

Friendly & tidy service.

Free quotes.

PLUMBERS AJS Plumbing Services Mobile: 07702 408948 Contact: Amanda Fully qualified female plumber.

Back after maternity leave.

All domestic plumbing repairs, maintenance and new installation work undertaken. Taps, leaks, overflows, blockages, basins, sinks, wc‘s and much more. No job too small.

Call Amanda for free estimates or advice.

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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No job too small.

Free estimates.

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Tel: 01622 691528 Mobile: 07850 233069 Contact: Lewis French www.reactiveplumbingandheating.co.uk Worry free, fixed pricing, guaranteed work by fully insured and qualified engineers.

24hr availibility - No call out fee Gas safe registered.

Boiler breakdowns, Repairs, Maintenance or New installations.

Bathroom installations, Central heating, All general plumbing.

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RECRUITMENT Audley Care Bearsted Tel: 0871 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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Tel: 01622 232962 Plumbing - all plumbing undertaken.

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R-S REMOVALS 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.

ROOFING

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.

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TREE SURGEON

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

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

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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.

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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 West Kent Branch - main centre 01732 370330 AGE CONCERN COUNCIL Maidstone Borough Council, Maidstone House, Kings Street, Maidstone www.maidstone.gov.uk Tonbridge & Malling BC, Gibson Building, Gibson Drive, Kings Hill DOCTORS Thornhills Medical Practice, Martin Square, Larkfield The Vine Medical Centre,13 Tonbridge Road Dr D Forsythe, The George Holding Centre, Chaucer Way HOSPITAL Aylesford Medical Centre, Admiral Moore Drive, British Legion Village, Aylesford Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone Multiple Sclerosis Society - Maidstone & District LIBRARY Castle Rd, Allington ME16 0PR Martin Square, Larkfield LOCAL HALLS Aylesford Village Community Centre, 25 Forstal Road Aylesford Village Club Beechwood Community Hall, Marigold Way Barming - Martine Jefferys Ditton Community Centre, Kilnbarn Road Leybourne Village Hall St Nicholas Church Halls, Poplar Grove, Allington Maidstone ME16 0DE. admin@stnic.net MALLING DISTRICT LIONS CLUB - Ted Inns PHARMACIES Delmergate Oaks Pharmacy, Royal British Legion Village, Aylesford Paydens, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield POLICE Maidstone Police Control Centre Neighbourhood Police Officers Ditton PC Becky Ballard Ditton PCSO Sally Doherty Community Warden Ditton John Newton RSPCA RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW SAMARITANS 48 Grecian Street, Maidstone, ME14 2TS SCHOOLS Allington Primary School, Hildenborough Crescent, London Road Aylesford Primary School, Teapot Lane, Aylesford Aylesford Sports College, Teapot Lane, Aylesford Ditton Infant School, Pear Tree Avenue, Ditton Ditton Junior School, New Road, Ditton St Peter’s & St Paul’s Pre-School, Ditton Community Centre - Jackie Dearden St Peter's Church of England Primary School AND St Peter's School Nursery Ltd Mount Pleasant, Aylesford Ditton Church Pre-School, Church Centre - Wendy Caldicott Palace Wood Primary School, Talbot Road, Allington Leybourne St Peter & Paul Primary School, Rectory Lane North, Leybourne St James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling The Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling TRAINS National Rail Enquiries

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EVENTS PAGE Mondays

9.45am Music and movement for babies and toddlers at Beechwood Hall, Barming contact 07901712510 or just turn up. Pay as you play .

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 Village Hall, ME18 5NU. 1st Class free £5 after.

Summer offer all new members 1/2 price for July. Call Dorothy on 01622 749002 for info.

Mondays 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – come and try, if you like it you can join. We can supply practice bowls. Socks are permissible if you haven’t got flat shoes.

Mondays (Except BH) 2.30-4.30pm The Oasis Tea Room is located opposite Ditton Village Green and is sponsored by St. Peter's Church as a Fairtrade venture offering home made cakes and tea or coffee.

All proceeds are donated to local charities.

Mondays 6-7pm Beavers (6-8 year olds) at Ditton Scout HQ next to recreation ground at New Rd, Ditton. For more information contact Ross King Group Scout Leader on 07812096724 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.

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 Wednesdays 11.30-1.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Aylesford. Pam 07891 185983 Wed’s (term-time) 1.15-2.45pm Parent and Toddler Group ("Kidzpraise") run by Aylesford Church in The Brassey Centre, Station Road, Aylesford. Charge £1 per family. 01622 717434.

Wednesdays 2.15-3.30pm Get Together Club for the over 50s. Allington Baptist Church, 76a London Rd, ME16 0DT. Contact Cilla 01622 676944 or Sally 01622 720062 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 8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at Brookfield Junior School, First class is free to anyone new so you have nothing to lose in giving it a try. For further info please contact 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 Thursdays 5.15-6.45pm Beavers (6-8 year olds) at Ditton Scout HQ next to recreation ground at New Rd, Ditton. For more information contact Ross King Group Scout Leader on 07812096724 Thursdays 6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Leader Judith 01622 683382 Thursdays (3rd Thurs)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 aimed at the older student 35+ at the Brassey Centre Station Road Aylesford. Small friendly club training in the original Okinawan martial art of Uechi Ryu karate.

Fridays 10am St Nicholas Church Hall, Allington musical fun for babies/toddlers contact 07901 712510 Fridays 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – come and try, if you like it you can join. We can supply practice bowls. Socks are permissible if you haven’t got flat shoes.

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 10am-12noon Market at the Brassey Centre, Aylesford. Tea/Coffee. Contact 01622 717598 Sundays (2nd & 4th) 10am-12noon Zen Meditation Group, ME16, contact Barbara on 01622 670587 for details.

Thursday 22 January 2pm AylesARA monthly meeting in the Community Centre, Aylesford. Pleased to welcome any one aged 50+ with spare time on their hands. Info from Wayne on 01622 710734 Wednesday 28 Jan 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles W.I. in the Brassey Toomsm Station Road, Aylesford. Further info please contact Eileen on 01622 715205.

Saturday 31 January 7.30 pm Maidstone Symphony Orchestra, Mote Hall, Maidstone Leisure Centre ME15 7RN Tickets: £25, £20, £10 Students £5; 18s and under FREE! from 01622 735830 Friday 20 February

7.30pm Maidstone Branch - RNLI Quiz Night in Fant Community Hall, Barming, Maidstone.

Maximum 8 players per team. Tickets £6. (inc. hot supper) Bring your own drinks and nibbles.

Please contact John Ashbolt 01622 725435 or Alan Cocks – 01622 761004

Please re-submit your classes and meetings for the February edition by 25th January