June 2026 local Oracle

ISSUE 267

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May offered a mixed bag of weather - good for the garden with sunshine and showers! Summer is taking its time but should now be on its way so make sure you are ready! Check out our advertisers to see how they can help you.

Suite 159, 80 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales m: 07912 878830 Anna Artwork/Sales m: 07939 248983 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off date for advertising in the July Edition is 15th June Delivery from Friday 3rd July

With some of our distributors taking exams and holiday season approaching, we are looking for some additional help. If you enjoy walking and would like to earn a little extra then please get in touch.

We’ve got a few new and exciting businesses advertising this month and we have had to put the event listings on our website homepage. Please do visit to find out what’s on over the next month or so.

As housing expands in the local area, our friendly distributors deliver 20,000 local Oracles every month.

You can find all our advertisers and the online edition on our website www.thelocaloracle.co.uk. We share information on our social media pages which can easily be found.... facebook. com/thelocaloracle. Thank you for reading and supporting the local Oracle.

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Thinking of selling your car?

Go local. VEECAR offers a quick, discreet and professional way to sell your car—no pressure, no fees.

We come to you. Book a no-obligation appointment at your convenience. > All cars and vans considered > Low to high value vehicles > Friendly, honest service Why VEECAR? Founded by Richard Obee, VEECAR is built on a lifetime of experience in the automotive industry. We offer a personal, one-to-one service that puts sellers first.

Whether you’re just exploring options or ready to sell today, we’re here to help.

Contact Richard on 01622 947338, 07834 767771 or email ro@veecar.co.uk

VEECAR LTD. 15 Wren Industrial Estate, Coldred Road, Maidstone ME15 9YT

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Dog Groomers - Fur Babies Boutique Groomers Double Glazing Repairs - DG Solutions (Kent) Limited Driveway/Patio Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd p14 Electricians - Kent Tech Electrical p14 Events - Kings Hill Music Festival p21* Fencing - D & T Fencing & Decking Food Delivery - Hearth & Ladle Flooring - K2 Flooring p18 Funeral Directors - Viners On The Hill p1 Garden Landscapers - Coe’s Landscapes Gas & Heating Services - All Star Heating Ltd p15 - G-Tech Plumbing Ltd p16 - MT Plumbing & Heating Services - RWS & EA Ltd Gates - CPS Gutter Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd p14 Gym The Summit Gym (RBVE) p21* Handyman - Inside Out Healthcare/Hearing - Hearing Matters Ltd Holiday Let - Airbnb - West Malling Laundry - Dry Cleaning Xtra* Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle p13 Leisure Centre - Larkfield Leisure Centre Locksmith - A Maidstone Locksmith - ASR Locksmiths Logs & Firewood - Logs & Fireword Mobile Phone & Tablet Repairs - Get It Repaired p24

Accountants - Malling Accountancy Limited - TaxAssist Accountants p13 Aerials - The Aerial Man p14* Air Conditioning - Aircool Systems (Southern) Limited Bathroom Installations - Bathroom Solutions - Nightingale Bathrooms p19 - Poseidon Bathrooms p18 Bathroom Showroom - Plum Bros Ltd p20 Blinds - Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p19 Building Services - Paul Tann p18 - The Small Works Building Company Business Networking - West Malling Connect Car Body Repairs - Autospray Solutions p20 Car Buying & Selling - Veecar p3* Carpentry - Red Carpentry Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning - Homefresh p16 Charity - HOKH - West Kent Mind - Royal British Veterans Enterprise - Spadework Clothing - Countryway Gunshop p20* Computer Support - AA Computer Services - Keeping IT Simple p13 Conservatories - Howard Caine Conservatories p17 Decorators - Decorating & Design by Lucy-Anne - Impact Decoration - JP’s Decorating - Mark Standen Decorating Services p18 - Rathbone Decorating Services p19 - Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists

Oven Cleaners - Oven Wizards Performing Arts - School of Panto* Plumbers - Aspects Plumbing & Heating p14 - Colin - Semi Retired Plumber - Hylton Plumbing Services p16 - MT Plumbing & Heating Services Printers - Scarbutts Colour Printers Property Agent - Neil Johnson Independent Property Agent Removals - Thain Removals Ltd Retirement Living - The Willowbury p22 & 23* Roofing - Holland & Holland Roofing Ltd - Robert Flisher Roofing* - William Kent & Sons Roofing Scrap Metal Clearance - TLC Scrap Metal Solicitors - Diligent Law Solicitors p11 - Markham Family Law p13 Tanning & Red Light Therapy - Sol Society Tanning p21* Tree Surgery - Blackridge Tree Surgery p14 - H&E Tree Services - M.D. Tree Care & Landscaping p16 Utilities - Utility Warehouse Will Writing & Estate Planning - Humphrey & Scace p12 Window Cleaning - Blue Tide Window Cleaning* Windows & Repairs - The Window Man p19

* New Advertisers Cut off date for July 2026 is 15th June 2026

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Bathroom Solutions

Paul Tann Ltd

m: 07908 021913 c: David Bartholomew e: bathroomsolutionslarkfield@outlook.com f/b: @Bathroomsolutionslarkfield

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Complete bathroom installs, supply and design or fit only.

No obligation quotes.

Over 15 Yrs Exp. Public liability insured.

m: 07873 965231 c: Paul e: info@paultann.co.uk 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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ACCOUNTANTS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

Malling Accountancy Limited

Nightingale Bathrooms

a: West Malling t: 01732 792349 e: peter.stevens@mallingaccountancy.co.uk www.mallingaccountancy.co.uk Chartered Accountants.

Free Initial Consultation.

Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships. Accounts, Tax, VAT, Bookkeeping, Payroll, Property Landlords & Service Charges.

Self Assessment Tax Returns, Charity Accounts.

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t: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

BUILDING SERVICES

The Small Works Building Company

m: 07703 061572 c: Anthony Hale e: anthonynhale@hotmail.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 18)

● No job too small or large ● All jobs considered. ● Anything from patios, extensions, garages, chimneys, garden walls, pointing, painting, ● Polite professional service, fully insured ● Based in Addington West Malling. ● Over 35 years experience.

ACCOUNTANTS

BATHROOM SHOWROOM

BUSINESS NETWORKING

TaxAssist Accountants

Plum Bro’s Ltd

West Malling Connect

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

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t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

Poseidon Bathrooms

t: 01732 642611 m: 07841 658821 e: poseidon_renovations@hotmail.com

t: 01634 300044 e: plumbros19showroom@gmail.com www.plumbroskent.com

m: 07939 248983 e: anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk westmallingchamberofcommerce.co.uk

AERIALS

BLINDS

CAR BODY REPAIRS

The Aerial Man

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd

Autospray Solutions

m: 07436 564897 m: 07399 064695 (See Colour Ad On Page 14) AIR CONDITIONING

Aircool Systems (Southern) Limited t: 01732 321661 e: sales@acsuk.org.uk www.aircoolsystemsuk.co.uk

t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL Anna - 07939 248983 or Jane - 07912 878830

Specialist in: Air-Conditioning, Domestic & Commercial Installation Service Maintenance 32 Years Experience

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t: 01622 727263 e: info@autospraysolutions.co.uk www.autospraysolutions.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 20) CAR BUYING & SELLING

VEECAR

15 Wren Industrial Estate, Coldred Road, Maidstone ME15 9YT t: 01622 947338 m: 07834 767771 e: ro@veecar.co.uk www.veecar.co.uk We come to you.

Book a no-obligation appointment at your convenience.

All cars and vans considered.

Low to high value vehicles.

Friendly, honest service.

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Red Carpentry

m: 07896 904056 t: 01622 751447 c: Richard Dillon Exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted.

All types of windows.

Solid & laminate flooring.

All types of carpentry work undertaken.

Over 30 years experience.

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DECORATORS

Decorating & Design by Lucy-Anne

Anna - 07939 248983 or Jane - 07912 878830

m: 07877 698948 e: lucyannesdecorating@hotmail.com Fully qualified female decorator with over 20 years experience.

Interior painting, decorating, wallpapering and colour consultations.

Virtually dust free sanding system.

High quality work at competitive prices. Tidy, reliable service.

Contact for FREE advice and quote.

References available.

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

COMPUTER SUPPORT

DECORATORS

Homefresh

AA Computer Services

Impact Decoration

t: Freephone: 0800 6942024 (See Colour Ad On Page 16)

CHARITY

Heart Of Kent Hospice t: 01622 792220 e: enquiries@hokh.co.uk www.hokh.org

m: 07904 910400 e: 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!

t: 01732 873726 m: 07882 597433 c: Sam Gregory e: info@impact-decoration.co.uk www.impact-decoration.co.uk Kings Hill based, polite and tidy.

Internal and External decoration.

City and Guilds qualified.

Dulux Select Approved Decorator.

Fully insured. Domestic & Commercial clients.Virtually dust free sanding. Paper hanging.

CHARITY

COMPUTER SUPPORT

DECORATORS

West Kent Mind

Keeping IT Simple

JP’s Decorating

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

For all your interior and exterior painting, no job too small.

All quotes guaranteed to beat the rest. I have many years experience.

Kings Hill based.

Domestic/Commercial & insurance.

(References available on request)

t: 01732 744950 e: hello@westkentmind.org.uk www.westkentmind.org.uk CHARITY

Royal British Veterans Enterprise t: 01622 795900 e: enquiries@rbve.org.uk www.rbve.org.uk

m: 07375 416176 e: dan@kisIT.co.uk www.kisit.co.uk

m: 07956 874044 or 07944 126353 c: Phil e: jpcookies4@yahoo.co.uk

CONSERVATORIES

Howard Caine Conservatories

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

CHARITY

DECORATORS

Spadework

Mark Standen Decorating Services

a: Teston Road, Offham, West Malling, ME19 5NA t: 01732 870002 www.spadework.org.uk CLOTHING

Countryway Gunshop

a: 140 Norman Road, West Malling t: 01732 841311 e: megan@countrywaygunshop.co.uk www.countrywaygunshop.co.uk (See Ad On Page 20) 06

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t: 01622 721428 m: 07845 744911 (See Colour Ad On Page 18) DECORATORS

Rathbone Decorating Services t: 01622 721491 m: 07753 487796 c: Robert (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

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DRIVEWAYS/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON

FLOORING

Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists

Bramko Ltd

K2 Flooring

ELECTRICIANS

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Kent Tech Electrical

Viners On The Hill

a: 1 Hawkridge Grove, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4JB t/f: 01732 873754 m: 07971 542609/07824 887677 e: m.roast@gmail.com Interior and Exterior Decoration Plastering, Wood repair-care trained (ideal for rotten joinery) Carpentry Wallpapering, Coving, Tiling. City & Guilds Approved, 18 yrs exp.

Insurance & Commercial work.

References on request.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL Anna - 07939 248983 or Jane - 07912 878830

m: 07899 894838 t: 01732 357660 c: Mark Killick e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 14)

t: 01622 910165 c: Darren www.kent-tech.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 14)

a: 7 Queen Street, Kings Hill, ME19 4DA t: 01732 600400 e: info@vinersonthehill.co.uk www.vinersonthehill.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Front Page)

EVENTS

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Kings Hill Music Festival Saturday 27th June

www.thelocaloracle.co.uk FENCING

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

(See Colour Ad On Page 21)

SEE ALL EVENT LISTINGS ON OUR WEBSITE

Call 07934 757839 Qualified Professional Dog Groomer Also Qualified in Animal First Aid Puppy Groom | Breed Trim Bath and Brush | Full Grooms Hand Stripping | D Shedding Nail Clipping

Coe’s Landscapes

t: 07944 442442 c: Tim Coe e: timcoe36@icloud.com fb: facebook.com/coeslandscapes www.coelandscapes.co.uk Friendly family company Est.1970 All groundwork, footings & drainage undertaken. Large & small scale work.

Free quotes. We cover all of Kent.

Patios and driveways, fencing decking and screening, walling, steps and gates, water features and planting.

Large and small turfing and levelling.

EVENTS

DOG GROOMER

a: 14-16 High Street, West Malling ME19 6QR t: 01732 870900 www.k2flooring.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 18)

D&T FENCING & DECKING Mobile: 07834 068835 dannywardell@btinternet.com All types of fencing, gates & decking supplied & erected.

Repairs undertaken.

No job too small.

Free no obligation quotes.

All Star Heating Ltd

t: 01732 440584 e: allstarheatingandplumbing@ ahpinfo.co.uk www.allstarheatingandplumbing.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 15) GAS & HEATING SERVICES

G Tech Plumbing and Heating Ltd t: 0800 056 4000 e: info@g-techplumbing.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 16)

20% Off First Booking DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

FOOD DELIVERY

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

Hearth & Ladle

MT Plumbing & Heating Services

Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: dgsolutions@hotmail.com www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS TO: Windows, Doors and Conservatories Broken Handles, Hinges, Locks, adjustments, Misted or Cracked Sealed Units, Upgrades, Letter Boxes, Cat Flap Installations.

Free Telephone Advice and Call Out Over 30 years’ experience

t: 07386 519097 c: Valentine Bango e: info@hearthandladle.co.uk Homestyle family meals delivered across Kent.

Fresh mains, sides and desserts.

Hot or frozen options available.

Heat, serve and enjoy.

Order today.

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m: 07771 880291 e:mtboilers66@gmail.com www.mtplumbingheatingservices.co.uk We cover all heating and gas works.

New Boiler installation.

Service & repair Landlord safety checks.

Heating controls. Wireless controls.

Hive, nest, Honeywell.

Unvented cylinders.

Service & repair Gas cookers and hobs.

New gas runs.

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Dry Cleaning Xtra

RWS & EA Ltd

t: 01732 871458 c: Robert Baron e: robert.baron4@btinternet.com

a: 36 Martin Square, Aylesford ME20 6QJ t: 01732 522221 m: 07772 931041

Central heating.

Vaillant Boiler Specialist.

Servicing, repairs and systems upgrades.

Fully insured.

40 years knowledge and experience.

Domestic Property Maintenance For All Your Handyman & DIY needs Painting & Decorating - Wallpapering Tiling & Small Carpentry - Shelving Furniture Assembly - Door Hanging Guttering - Hedge Trimming - Gardening Patio and Drive Power Washing Estate Agent Approved. No Job Too Small.

Free Estimates & Friendly Advice Full Public Liability Insurance.

Call Bob on 07726 525633 or email insideoutproperties@hotmail.co.uk

GATES

HEALTHCARE/HEARING

LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION

CPS Ltd

Hearing Matters Ltd

the local Oracle

t: 01622 202577 m: 07813 925125 e: sales@cpskent.com www.cpskent.co.uk Gate automation, gate repairs, installation and maintenance..

Electric gate manufacture.

Remote garden lighting.

Call/door entry systems and CCTV.

a: Suite 12, Building 70, Churchill Square, Kings Hill, Kent ME19 4YU t: 01732 443655 e: info@hearingmattersltd.co.uk www.hearingmattersltd.co.uk Wax removal.

Quick hearing test.

Full hearing assessment.

Aftercare.

FREE Parking

We offer a collection for dry cleaning and laundry service.

Collection Monday PM Drop off Thursday PM Text Diana for collection service any time!

t: 01732 795777/521494 e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk From production to distribution.

We can help you reach new customers for your business. £38+vat per 1,000 including a category listing.

Call to book your space.

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS

Bramko Ltd

Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk NPTC Qualified Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 3 storeys using Skyvac, accesses above conservatories and extensions. All areas cleaned out.

Free camera inspection and estimate.

From £50.

Also see my drive and patio cleaning advert on page 14

HOLIDAY LET

LEISURE CENTRE

Airbnb - West Malling

Larkfield Leisure Centre

Have you got family coming to stay?

Having work done in your house and need to get out but stay close by?

Entire townhouse in West Malling.

2 bedrooms (3 beds) 4 guests 2 bathrooms Pets welcome

Get set for summer.

Memberships available.

Unlimited gym, pool & spa access across 3 centres.

150+ weekly group classes.

Immersive Spin Studio.

Personalised programme & coaching.

Smart tech to gamify your workouts.

Victorian character, cozy home, with free parking c: Superhost Anna m: 07939 248983

a: New Hythe Lane, Larkfield, Aylesford, Kent ME20 6RH t: 01622 713225

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LOCKSMITH

The Summit Gym (RBVE)

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

a: Fair Oak Crescent, ME20 7YT www.rbve.org.uk/thesummitgym (See Colour Ad On Page 21)

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a: 27 Dixon Close, Maidstone ME15 6SS t: 01622 410057 m: 07837 751611 c: John e: aryejohn074@gmail.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.

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PERFORMING ARTS

PRINTING SERVICES

ASR Locksmiths

School of Panto

Scarbutts Printers

www.schoolofpanto.co.uk

www.scarbutts.com

PLUMBERS

PROPERTY AGENT

Aspects Plumbing & Heating

Neil Johnson Independent Property Agent

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m: 07958 301926 e: asrlocksmiths@aol.co.uk www.asrlocksmiths.co.uk 24 Hour Emergency Service.

No call out charge.

Free estimates.

Gain entry.

All locks repaired, replaced or upgraded.

UPVC windows and doors repaired.

Misted units replaced.

LOGS & FIREWOOD

m: 07749 465877 c: Chris Park e: comedanceonthehill@gmail.com

t: 01732 671131 c: Jamie

(See Colour Ad On Page 14)

a: 80 Churchill Square, ME19 4YU t: 01732 752001 e: neil@nj-pa.co.uk www.nj-pa.co.uk

PLUMBERS

Colin

Logs & Firewood

c: Roger m: 07831 499952 e: roger@gluckpe.co.uk Seasoned hardwood logs delivered to your door.

Log nets, Dumpy bags, bulk loose loads and kindling nets.

Wax fire lighters.

Log splitting service.

Lumpwood charcoal.

Instant light charcoal.

Smoking woodships in Oak, Apple, Cherry and Hickory.

t: 01732 870066 e: print@scarbutts.com fb: scarbutts

Semi Retired Plumber No inflated prices!

No Call Out Charge Property Maintenance (Small works) Price given before work starts

Call Colin the Plumber 07790 967212 35 Years Experience City & Guilds Advanced Craft Member of the Institute of Plumbing 022985H

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MOBILE PHONE & TABLET REPAIR

PLUMBERS

REMOVALS & STORAGE

Get It Repaired

Hylton Plumbing Services

Thain Removals Ltd

a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill ME19 4YU t: 01732 525818 www.getitrepaired.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Back Page)

a: West Malling t: 01732 843086 m: 07970 528822 e: hylton@hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk www.hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 16)

TO ADVERTISE Call 07939 248983 or email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

View online now

thelocaloracle.co.uk

t: 07507 343350 c: Alex Thain e: contact@thainremovalsltd.co.uk www.thainremovalsltd.co.uk FB & Inst: @thainremovalsltd Fully insured Domestic & Commerical moves without the stress.

Over 175 Five star reviews.

Vetted by Checkatrade.

Removals, storage, packing, clearances, man and van services.

Competitive quotes.

OVEN CLEANERS

PLUMBERS

RETIREMENT VILLAGE

Oven Wizards

MT Plumbing & Heating Services

The Willowbury

t: 01622 616168 m: 07751 833305 www.ovenwizards.com Your oven, hob and extractor will sparkle like new! Our non-toxic process uses in-van cleaning tanks, no caustics in your home, makes no smell or mess, leaves your oven gleaming and ready to use straightaway. Prices from £65. Established in 2006, used and trusted by 1000’s of local clients. Take a look at our website to see reviews from local customers.

m: 07771 880291 e:mtboilers66@gmail.com www.mtplumbingheatingservices.co.uk We cover all heating and gas works.

New Boiler installation.

Service & repair Landlord safety checks.

Heating controls. Wireless controls.

Hive, nest, Honeywell.

Unvented cylinders.

Service & repair Gas cookers and hobs.

New gas runs.

DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

t: 01732 913857 www.thewillowbury.co.uk Retire differently in West Malling.

At the Willowbury, you set the pace.

Show apartments now open.

(See Colour Ad On Page 22 & 23)

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SOLICITORS

UTILITIES

Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd

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

Members of the Confederation of Roofing Contractors. (CORC)

Diligent Law Solicitors

Utility Warehouse

SOLICITORS

One award winning provider for all your utilities.

The simplest way to save on your household bills.

ROOFING

TANNING & RED LIGHT THERAPY

WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

Robert Flisher Roofing

Sol Society Tanning

Humphrey & Scace

44 years experience.

Flat roof specialist.

High performance roofing systems.

Free quote.

(See Colour Ad On Page 21)

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TREE SURGERY

a: 6 Sycamore Drive, Aylesford, Kent t: 01622 715802 m: 07734 466191

a: 20 Churchill Square, ME19 4YU t: 01732 316000 e: info@diligentlaw.co.uk www.diligentlaw.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 11)

Markham Family Law

a: 43 Swan Street, ME19 6HF t: 01622 234242 e: enquiries@mflaw.co.uk www.mflaw.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 13)

Energy, Broadband, Mobile, Insurance

a: 40 High Street, West Malling t: 01732 617430 www.solsocietytanning.co.uk

t: 01732 252540 e: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk www.humphreyandscace.co.uk

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Blackridge Tree Surgery

t: 01622 910004 m: 07368 442073 www.blackridgetreesurgery.com

15TH JUNE

(See Colour Ad On Page 14) ROOFING

TREE SURGERY

WINDOW CLEANING

William Kent & Sons Roofing

Blue Tide Window Cleaning

t: 01732 824059 m: 07778 586865

t: 01732 810695 m: 07734 087425 c: Amanda & Mathew Everest e: handetrees@outlook.com

All roof work undertaken: roofing repairs, renewals, flat roofs, new roofs, lead work, slate, tiles & chimneys. UVPC fascias & soffits & guttering. Lofts insulated fitted.

All exterior decorating.

All work guaranteed.

No job too small. Free quotation.

Family run business.

Registered waste carrier.

NPTC qualified and fully insured.

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Howard Caine The Conservatory People Conservatories - Windows - Doors Conservatory too Hot in the Summer? or too Cold in the Winter?

Here at Howard Caine Conservatories, we are able to offer an all year round solution. Why not replace your existing roof glass or polycarbonate with the latest climate control heat-guard materials.

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First look inside The Willowbury - show homes open to prospective residents Retirement Villages Group (RVG) has marked an exciting new chapter in the creation of The Willowbury, its newest integrated retirement community in West Malling, Kent, with the opening of its first show homes.

The unveiling of the show homes represents a significant milestone in the development process, allowing visitors to experience first-hand the quality, design and atmosphere that will define the community when it welcomes first residents later this year.

Prospective homeowners and local partners are now able to step inside and explore the thoughtfully designed interiors by the renowned Edward Thomas Interiors, giving a tangible sense of what daily life would look like at The Willowbury.

Ahead of the development completing, the opportunity to walk through the homes is helping to bring the vision of a connected, supportive and forward-thinking community to life.

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to support independence, wellbeing and sociability for people over 65. Homes are finished to a high specification throughout and are future-proofed for adaptability should residents require additional support.

Set within leafy surroundings just off London Road, The Willowbury will feature a range of carefully curated communal spaces including a Clubhouse, gym, bar and restaurant, offering residents the opportunity to connect, unwind and enjoy life at their own pace. The community will also include ALUNA, a new wellness suite available across Thrive Living communities, designed to support residents’ wellbeing as part of everyday life.

Of particular significance, the restaurant and wellness suite will also be open to the wider community, ensuring The Willowbury becomes part of the everyday rhythm of life in West Malling.

Thrive Living communities are purposefully located in the heart of towns or alongside established neighbourhoods, enabling over-65s to remain closely connected to local life, with shops, restaurants and cultural activity on their doorstep, while enjoying the reassurance of support and the freedom to live life on their own terms.

Those wishing to learn more or arrange a viewing can visit thewillowbury.co.uk or call the team on 01732 913541.

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