OCTOBER 2012 - AYLESFORD/BARMING LOCAL ORACLE

Oracle the local

Month 43: October 2012

Distribution 12,000 homes & businesses

Your MonThlY guiDe To loCAl serviCes in AnD ArounD

allington, aYlESFoRD, BaRming & Ditton

Councillor Trudy Dean presenting Jane Marshall with the Commumity Champion Award.

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Dear Readers Thank you to everyone who voted Jane as the Community Champion in the local Awards for All competition. This was for her work with the local shops and businesses in West Malling. West Malling were also awarded the Rural Community of the Year 2012 which is a great achievement and well done to Keith Bullard for his detailed presentation. The picture shows some of the people involved in the different aspects of the bid receiving the cerficates at a bbq in Macey’s Meadow.

Remember we are on Facebook - please continue to ‘like’ us (and we will ‘like’ you back) and you will receive updates on what we and our advertisers are doing. It’s always good to keep in touch. www.facebook.com/thelocaloracle You can see an up to date copy of all editions of the local Oracle on-line. www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Anna & Jane

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What can the local oracle do for you?

We cover three areas with over 10,000 distribution in each giving a total of 39,500 homes covered by the local oracle Kings Hill, West malling, larkfield, leybourne, offham, addington, mereworth and Wateringbury and now Halling, Holborough & Snodland. paddock Wood, tonbridge, Hadlow, Five oak green, East peckham, matfield and Southborough. and aylesford, Barming, allington and Ditton and now parts of maidstone.

We have many options for you to use for your business: Standard advert only in the a-Z section 1/4 page colour advert (including a standard advert) 1/2 page colour advert (including a standard advert) Full page colour advert (including a standard advert) each edition of the local oracle is updated each month and put onto our website which also helps to promote your business.

We can print, supply and deliver 1,000 to 39,500 leaflets across all distribution areas.

Call now for information 01732 844246 or 01732 521494 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Printed by SCaRBUttS Don’t forget to mention the local oracle

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Accountants Aerials art* Artist Bathroom installation* Blinds Building services Business opportunities Car registration no’s Car service & repairs Carpentry Carpet Cleaning Cleaning Community Care Computer support Counselling Decorators Dentist Double glazing Double glazing repairs education electricians Fencing Flooring Florist Foot Care Fundraising/support

garage Doors garden landscaping garden services gas & heating services hairdressing handyman hospice ironing services leaflets letting Agent locksmith loft ladders* Money saving oddjobs oven Cleaners Paving Piano Teacher Plasterer Plumbers Printing removals skip hire solicitors soul Music Magazine sweet shop Tiling Tree surgeon Windows Window Cleaners USEFUl nUmBERS EVEntS ColoUR aDS

Cut off date for november 2012 is 25 october 2012 Could you advertise in other areas too?

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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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ACCounTAnTs 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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BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS nightingale Bathrooms Tel: 01622 246046 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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the aerial man Tel: 01732 883542 01622 871614 Mobile: 07840 316376 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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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.

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art akademie Kent’s unique private art school based on the atelier teaching system.

A 2 yr P/T visual Arts higher Diploma 1 & 2 day workshops & evening classes in: Drawing & painting / print-making Contemporary jewellery making Digital photography to print Dimensional art work art appreciation www.redsquareartakademie.com redsquareartakademie@hotmail.com oR phone: 07507 794690

artisan Developments ltd “The extension specialists” Tel: 01622 729424 Fax: 01622 725207 artisandevs@aol.com www.artisandevelopments.com The clean and efficient extension specialists with experience and references in your local area.

(See Colour ad on page 19) Don’t forget to mention the local oracle

paul tann ltd 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.

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.

Business oPPorTuniTY Utility Warehouse Discount Club authorised Distributor networking marketing Business Tel: 01732 521494 Contact: Jane Marshall 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.

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RED Carpentry

Mobile: 07909 975 806 Contact: ian

Tel: 01622 751447 Mobile: 07896 904056 Contact: richard Dillon

limited number of private plates for sale. offers invited!

Call for more details.

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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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C CoMMuniTY CAre Unity Care Solutions ltd larkfield, Aylesford Tel: 01732 529591 Fax: 01732 529697 www.unitycaresolutions.co.uk We are a kent based organisation providing nursing and homecare services to many areas across Kent and east sussex.

Whether you require a couple of hours assistance or a full 24 hr service, we can arrange an individual package for you.

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autocraft 778 london road larkfield Kent Tel: 01732 840892 Contact: John Podd main@autocraftlarkfield.co.uk Book on line and receive annual reminders via text or email at www.autocraftlarkfield.co.uk MoT’s - servicing & repairs Diagnostics Air conditioning Body repairs and resprays (See Colour ad on page 19)

Castle Cleaning Tel: 01622 769990 Mobile: 07920 840972 Contact: Dean Baker dean@castle-cleaning.co.uk www.castle-cleaning.co.uk specialist in Carpet, upholstery & hard Floor Cleaning (sealed Wood, stone, Ceramic, Terrazzo etc) Patio and Driveway Cleaning service Powerful Truck Mounted system Carpets Dry in 2 hours. spot and stain removal service. no harmful Chemicals.

Fully insured and iiCrC Certified

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Britannia mot & Repair Centre ltd unit 1, Britannia Business Park Mills road, Aylesford Me20 7nT Tel: 01622 718888 Contact: Jill Crayford info@britmot.co.uk www.britmot.co.uk Family run business offering MoT’s and Full mechanical repairs, including servicing, Tyre replacement and Tracking, Air conditioning and Diagnostic analysis.

(See Colour ad on page 20)

nice & Clean Services Maidstone Tel: 01622 683770 Mobile: 07544496172 Contact: Peter greaves www.niceandcleanservice.co.uk Carpet Cleaning & Chimney sweep.

Quality carpet and rug cleaning service. A local and friendly family business offering first class service.

Free quotations and advise, with many happy customers. services to fit around you, evenings and weekend. eco friendly services.

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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.

time For You Tel: 01277 263984 Mobile: 07590 543848 Contact: Kathrine kathrine.branton@timeforyou.co.uk www.timeforyou.co.uk local cleaners all personally vetted and reference checked.

Friendly, honest and reliable providing a thorough professional cleaning and ironing service. same dedicated cleaner each week.

Typical rate £9.50ph Don’t forget to mention the local oracle

Tel: 01732 848988 Mobile : 07904 910400 info@aa-computerservices.co.uk www.aa-computerservices.co.uk Complete home and small Business computer and network services.

Microsoft Certified Professional.

From PC advice, repairs & installations to websites and networks (including wireless) no fix - no fee!

Tel: 01732 824511 Mobile:07867771078 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

KES Computer Support Tel: 01622 721000 www.kes.uk.com Computer repairs and upgrades for home and small Business users. virus & spyware removal. internet setup & home networking. how can we help you today?

10% off your first job with this ad.

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DeCorATors gawaine Sutton Tel: 01622 863579 Mobile: 07979 757662

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SYSK Computer Services ltd Tel: 01732 773805 Mobile: 07881 836567 info@sysk.co.uk www.sysk.co.uk At home or in the office, whatever your iT requirements, we can help. small Business server specialist; networking, anti-virus & remote access solutions. server & PC maintenance. iPhone & Blackberry integration.

From supply & installation to maintenance, we provide a fully comprehensive service.

Microsoft certified, fully insured.

Counselling Enigma Counselling Services Tel: 01732 842963 Mobile: 07921 313966 Contact: elaine harvey ekharvey@btinternet.com www.counsellorkent.co.uk Providing support when you need it most.......

Professional, affordable, flexible services.

25 years experience Complete decorating service interior & exterior Painting & decorating City & guilds qualified Friendly and reliable service.

Call for a Free estimate.

g J Services West Malling Mobile: 07764 684495 Tel: 01732 872125 Contact: guy Williams gjservices@btinternet.com Painting Decorating general Maintenance Wall papering Tiling Free estimates

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.

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 22)

DouBle glAZing apollo trade Windows 539 loose road Maidstone Kent Me15 9uQ Tel: 01622 744411 Fax: 01622 744141 mail@apollotradewindows.co.uk www.apollotradewindows.co.uk Windows, Doors & Conservatories “nobody does it better” (See Colour ad on page 3) 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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Tel: 01732 824450 Mobile: 07967 985979 enquiries@potsofpaint.co.uk www.potsofpaint.co.uk Free no obligation quotations interior and exterior decorating Wall paper hanging Plastering services general Maintenance Don’t forget to mention the local oracle

SoS Window Works The Bounds, Aylesford, Kent, Me20 7lZ Tel: 01622 206690 Mobile: 07779 006696 soswindowworks@tiscali.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. FensA (See Colour ad on page 23)

E eDuCATion the malling School & Holmesdale technology College www.themallingschool.kent.sch.uk www.holmesdale.kent.sch.uk open evenings and school visits.

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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. gates, railings, barriers, on site welding; landscaping, block paving, patios, decking, pergolas.

Family run business. Free quotes. over 18 yrs experience.

Kings Hill Rotary Club Tel: 01732 844246 khrc09@yahoo.com We meet upstairs at the spitfire, Kings hill every Monday evening.

7 for 7.15pm to organise support and fund raise for local, national and international causes. everyone is welcome to join our new and exciting group.

You don’t need to live in Kings hill to join us.

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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.

Double Diamond Flooring ltd Tel: 01622 695616 Mobile: 07748 027138 Contact: Paul Wyrill sales@doublediamond-flooring.com www.doublediamondflooring.com Call the experts for beautiful, affordable flooring for your home and business.

We can provide a bespoke service to suit all requirements.

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Hartwell Electrical Services Tel: 01634 309955 Mobile: 07711 355336 Contact: Adrian godfrey addylec@yahoo.co.uk - new Builds, re-wiring - Fuse Board & earthing upgrades - remedial work, Fault finding on - Central & underfloor heating systems - Kitchens, Bathrooms & showers - Completion Certificates issued, - over 30 years’ experience - Trust Mark, - niC eiC Part P Approved.

l t Security & Electrical Services Braeburn Way, Kings hill, West Malling Tel: 01732 522788 Mobile: 07971 552663 Contact: lee Terry leeterry4@googlemail.com experienced & qualified electrician & security engineer. Alarms installed/ serviced/maintained. All domestic and commercial work undertaken, no job too small. extra sockets/switches / lights fitted Competitive prices,Fast and very reliable, Free estimates in assoc. with Kent lighting ltd.

Lyn’s Floral Designs 44 Martin Square Larkfield Aylesford Kent ME20 6QJ

Local Florist for Fresh & Silk flower arrangements for all occasions including Bridal Accessories, Gifts, Crafts and Partyware.

Local, National and International deliveries arranged from the shop in Martin Square.

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

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Tel: 01732 844805 www.lynsfloraldesigns.co.uk

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 21)

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B WRIGHT LANDSCAPES LTD Design & Construction

patios Driveways, Decking Brickwork all aspects of landscaping

www.bwrightlandscapes.co.uk brett@bwrightlandscapes.co.uk tel: 01732 842475 mobile: 07958 546858 visit our website to see our work

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 general building work.

Driveways, Block paving, Brickwork, Turfing, Decking, Fencing, hard and soft landscaping, general garden Maintenance.

Free estimates, fully insured. experienced & professional service.

25 years experience.

g gArDen serviCes V & S garden Services Tel: 01732 521224 Mobile: 07958 997336 Contact: sue or vince 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.

gAs & heATing serviCes Cannon Services (UK) ltd Tel: 01732 424061 Contact: nigel Cook office@cannon-services.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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Tel: 01732 885882 www.samsian.co.uk Twitter: @samsiangas Facebook: samsiangas Central heating & gas Boiler service, installation & repair Competive rates.

All work guaranteed. see our website or call for details of our 2012 special offers. gas safe registered - 508441

h-m hAirDressing & BeAuTY Feathers 1 little Market row leybourne West Malling Kent Tel: 01732 840439 onthefringe@btconnect.com open Tuesday - saturday Beauty service also available.

Friendly and personal service.

Free ample parking.

Paul Mitchell stockist.

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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.

Wicks gas

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Tel: 01622 808834 Mobile: 07931 445763 jkingsnorth@ymail.com

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

Tel: 01732 871254 Mobile: 07908 021913 Contact: David

Friendly, reliable garden help. lawn mowing, weeding, planting, hedgecutting and pruning. hanging baskets and containers.

Advice on gardening for wildlife. one-off or regular visits. Fully insured.

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

Plumbing, carpentry, tiling, kitchen fitting, plastering, painting, decorating, bricklaying, fascias, soffits, garden maintenance, all general DiY. Free quotes.

Fully insured.

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Heart of Kent Hospice Preston hall, Aylesford, Kent Me20 7Pu Main Tel: 01622 792200 Fundraising Tel:: 01622 790195 fundraising@hokh.co.uk www.hokh.org local hospice for local people.

Please contact for details on care, fundraising, voluntary work or making donations.

ironing serviCes Iron Maids Ironing Maid Easy Tel: 01622 870111 www.iron-maids.co.uk Laundry Ironing Dry Cleaning Free Collection & Delivery 48 Hour Turnaround Shirts only £1.35 (See Colour ad on page 22)

T: 01622 813854 M: 07900 257752 Contact: liz rocca www.daisyletsmaidstone.com run by experienced landlords, Daisylets Maidstone is a dynamic and independent residential lettings agency and property management company.

We don't believe in renewal fees or hidden costs. Call us today for a chat, advice or free market appraisal.

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loft ladders Tel: 01732 840744 Mobile: 07751 256725 Contact: Michael loft ladders supplied and fitted with a hinged hatch.

Also loft flooring. Qualified City and guilds carpenter.

Fully insured for your peace of mind.

All work guaranteed.

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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.

Utility Warehouse Discount Club authorised Distributor networking marketing Business Tel: 01732 521494 Contact: Jane Marshall jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.save-moneywithme.co.uk

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leAFleTs the local oracle Tel: 01732 844246/521494 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk From production to distribution.

We can help you reach new customers for your business.

We can distribute from 1,000 up to 39,500 leaflets each month in the area of your choice.

Call to book your space.

(See Colour ad on page 20)

Call 01732 844246 01732 521494 or email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

Friday 19 october 7 for 7.30pm maidstone Hospital league of Friends Quiz night at larkfield Village Hall tickets £5.50pp to include tea & coffee - pay on the night tables of 8. take your own refreshments Call 01622 726367 to book a table Don’t forget to mention the local oracle

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the oddjobs Company (SE) ltd Tel: 01732 848640 Mobile: 07930 244454 Contact: Mark Warrington www.oddjobscompany.co.uk The oddjobs Co can assist you with small, medium and large home maintenance, renovation and improvement projects, inside and out. Complete design and completion on conversions and extensions. local examples of high quality work available to view. Call now for a free quote and helpful, friendly advice.

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anna Klepacka, ma Tel: 01622 729350 Mobile: 07919 815426 annak72@googlemail.com Piano teacher based in Barming.

Beginners to intermediate.

All ages and abilities.

Adult beginners welcome.

CrB checked.

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Wall 2 Wall plastering

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

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

Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products. now in their 12th year.

Prices from £40. Fully insured.

As written in the evening standard & Daily Telegraph.

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 ajsplumbingservices@blueyonder.co.uk www.ajsplumbing-services.co.uk Fully qualified female plumber.

All domestic plumbing repairs, maintenance and new installation work undertaken. Taps, leaks, overflows, basins, sinks, wc’s, full bathroom suites and much more. no job too small.

Free estimates and 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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Scarbutts Colour printers Windsor Works, london road West Malling, Kent Me19 5An

Tel: 01732 844842 Mobile: 07866 683569 Contact: Bernard Jobe specialist in block paving, tarmac driveways, patios and paths Drop kerbs - KCC registered. garden Fencing Call for free advice and estimates

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Tel: 01732 870066 Fax: 01732 844879 print@scarbutts.com www.scarbutts.com Design work, Brochures, Magazines stationery, leaflets, Digital Printing.

We cover three areas with over 12,000 distribution in each giving a total of 39,500 homes covered by the local Oracle Kings Hill, West Malling, Larkfield, Leybourne, Offham, Addington, Mereworth and Wateringbury and now Halling, Holborough & Snodland.

Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Hadlow, Five Oak Green, East Peckham, Matfield and Southborough and Aylesford, Barming, Allington, Ditton and Maidstone.

We have many options for you to use for your business: Standard advert only in the A-Z section, colour adverts that all come with a Standard advert.

Each edition is updated and put onto our website. We can print, supply and deliver 1,000 to 39,500 leaflets.

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EVEntS pagE sundays 10am-Midday Table Tennis practise at Beechwood hall £2 beginners & advanced 01622 790465 sundays 10-11.15am Football Training u13s at Ditton Community Centre sundays (1st/3rd) 10am–12noon Zen Meditation group, Maidstone, off Queen’s road, call Barbara 01622 670587. sundays 10.30am larkfield Community Church in lunsford school hall, swallow rd, larkfield. sundays 8pm Bingo Allington Community Association Mondays 9.45am Beechwood Community Centre Barming Musical Playtime, for under 5s. 07901 712510 Mondays 10am Beechwood Community Centre Musical playtime for Babies 0 to crawling. 07901 712510 Monday 10-11am exercise Classes at st Andrews Church hall, Barming Mondays 10am Yoga & Pilates Fusion, Capel Morris Centre, Aylesford, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Mondays 12.40 Beginners and easy line Dancing Class for over 50’s. larkfield village hall 01732 870715 Mondays 2pm intermediate line Dancing Class for over 50’s. larkfield v.h. 01732 870715 Mondays 6.30pm intermediate Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, Aylesford, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Mondays 7-8pm Weight Watchers Brassey Centre Aylesford - Judith 01622 683382 Mondays 8pm Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, Aylesford, rose-Marie 01622 715576 3rd Monday Allington Castle Wi at Palace Wood school, Talbot rd, Allington. Diane Blaber 01622 721170 Mondays 8.30pm Pilates & stretch for beginners/returners. Jane 07711 790101 fitnessfriends@aol.com Tues/sats/sundays 8pm outdoor & social group, various activities, walking/theatre/cycling Peter on 07980 538 941 Tuesday 9.45-10.45am Music Mayhem at Burham childrens centre. 07815 775504 Tuesdays 1-4pm Bowls indoors Capel Morris Centre Aylesford vera 01622 710320 Tuesdays 5-6pm light Factory a free club for 5-7 year olds at Allington Baptist Church 01622685552 Tuesdays 6.30-7.30pm & 8pm-9pm exercise classes at Tonbridge road, Methodist Church hall Tuedays 6.30pm Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, Aylesford, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Tuesdays 6-7.30pm Aylesford Knitting group. All skills levels welcome Call sue on 01622 792710 Tuesdays 7.30pm slimming World, West Borough Primary school, off Queens rd. Call Faye 01622 721588 Tuesdays 7.45pm Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, Aylesford, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Tuesdays 8pm Dual recovery Anonymous, Maidstone. For info ring Karen 07549 173118 Wednesday 10am Pre school cookery club at Beechwood Community Centre, Barming. Children 2.5-5yrs Wednesday 10am Music Mayhem singing & dancing for 0-5yr olds at Maidstone YMCA call 07815775504 Wednesdays 10.45am Body Control Pilates in Detling (osteoporosis class). Contact lisa 07512 932415 Wednesdays 11am Beechwood Babes, Play & Chat, 0 - 24 months, Beechwood hall, Barming. 07947 549994 Wednesdays 1.30 - 3.30pm little larks Toddlers’ Club at larkfield Methodist Church hall, new hythe lane Wednesdays 2.15-3.45pm over 50's friendship group @ Allington Baptist Church ring Cilla 01622 676944 Wednesdays 6pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, Aylesford, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Wednesdays 7pm Pilates level 2 Contact Jane 07711 790101 fitnessfriends@aol.com Wednesdays 7.15pm Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, Aylesford, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Wednesdays 7.30pm Circuit training and indoor football at Aylesford sports College. Paul 01732 841358 Wednesdays (1st Wed)7.30 for 8pm British Cactus & succulent society at Barming Parish hall Tonbridge rd Maidstone.

Wednesdays (4th sed)7.30pm Aylesford & eccles W1at the Brassey Centre, Aylesford. info. eileen on 01622 715205 Wednesdays 8pm Yoga all levels Contact Jane 07711 790101 fitnessfriends@aol.com Wednesdays 8.30pm, sorokin Method Back Care, Capel Morris Centre, Aylesford, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Thursdays 9.30 & 10.45am Body Control Pilates in Aylesford. Contact lisa 07512 932415 Thursdays 10am, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, Aylesford, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Thursday 10.15am Pre school cookery club at offham vh, West Malling Children 2-5-5yrs. 07790 580111 Thursdays 11.15am Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, Aylesford, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Thursdays 1-4pm Bowls indoors Capel Morris Centre Aylesford vera 01622 710320 2nd Thursday 2-4pm leybourne Active retirement Association at leybourne vh Contact Maggie 01622 710276 Thursdays 6-7.15pm Body Control Pilates in Mereworth. Contact lisa 07512 932415 Thursdays 7-8pm Weight Watchers Beechwood Community hall, Barming - Judith 01622 683382 Thursdays 7.15pm Yoga Dance Fusion, Malling school, east Malling, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Thursdays 7.45pm Co-Dependants Anonymous (CoDA) at the Ditton Church hall, new rd, Aylesford.

Thursdays 8pm Bingo Allington Community Association Thursdays 8.15pm Beginners Pilates, Malling school, east Malling, rose-Marie 01622 715576 Thursdays 8-9pm exercise classes at loose Pavillion, Walnut Tree lane Fridays 10am st nicholas Church hall Allington Musical Playtime for under 5’s. 07901 712510 Fridays 10am Pre school cookery club at nettlestead vh Children 2.5-5yrs. victoria 07790 580111 Fridays 8-10pm The heath Players at east Malling institute, Mill street - Peter on 01622 717491.

Fridays 8.30pm Badminton at snodland vh, Contact Paul on 01732 841358 2nd saturday 11am-4pm embroiderers' guild, Aylesford village Community Centre, Forstal rd, Aylesford saturdays 9.45–12 Mote Park indoor Bowls Club Juniors coaching. induction 6 october. 01622 761819 saturdays 10am-12noon Market at Brassey Centre Aylesford. great variety of stock. Tea/coffee. saturdays 10-12am Maidstone uTD Adult Disability football 15+ at Bower grove school, Fant lane, Barming, saturdays 10-12am Maidstone uTD raiders kids Disability football Astor of hever school. John 07538 580816 saturday 13 october 3pm Maidstone Mencap Jumble sale, Cobtree hall, Mote Park ring lesley on 01622 892432 Thursday 18 oct 2pm Mothers’ union Tea Party in st nicholas Ch, Poplar grove, Allington Me16 0De £1 entry Wednesday 24 oct 7.30pm Aylesford & eccles Wi at Brassey Centre, staion rd, Aylesford. sunday 28 oct 12-5pm Psychic gold's halloween Psychic Fair at The orchard spot, spot lane, Maidstone Friday 9 november 5.30pm Fireworks spectacular at Barming Primary school, Me16 9DY Adults £5, Children £3.50

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WILLS Local : 01732 840439

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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, Evening Appointments and Fixed Fees available Telephone: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors

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