the local Oracle December 2018 Maidstone

ISSUE 117

DISTRIBUTION 15,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES

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2018 15% OFF

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News the local

Dear Readers

Suite 23, 10 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales t: 01732 525805

Winter and December are finally here but what a wonderful hot Summer and great year we have had. We would like to thank all of our advertisers for putting your trust and business in our safe hands; it has been a pleasure working with you. Thank you to all our brilliant distributors who have delivered month after month in some of the hottest of temperatures; we couldn’t get to our readers without you. Lastly, a big thank you to our readers and users of the local Oracle who make it all worth while and who support local businesses and keep us all going. Please keep the feedback coming in.

Anna Artwork/Sales t: 01732 525806

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all.

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Please keep safe over the festive season and we will be back again in January. Please note, our cut off dates are slightly earlier for the January edition.

Cut off dates for advertising in the January editions are: • Maidstone 17th December • Malling 12th December • Tonbridge 17th December

All editions can be found on the website each month if you lose your copy or wish to share with someone else www.thelocaloracle.co.uk. We will be also be sharing information on our social media pages which can easily be found.... facebook.com/thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/ thelocaloracle.

We look forward to hearing your feedback.

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‘THE AERIAL MAN’

Family business - established 30 years

DIGITAL TV AERIAL SERVICES

YOUR LOCAL TV/RADIO AERIAL SPECIALIST SPECIAL RATES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS NO CALL OUT CHARGE, XTRA POINTS FULLY INSURED Enjoy your free digital channels CCTV Installation

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

• On board camera for precision cleaning.

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

• Gutter repairs.

Free camera inspection & estimate.

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CARPETS (Average) Normal Rate Special Rate Single Room (12’x12’) £ 52 Through Room (12x18’) £ 66 Hall, Stairs & Landing £ 66

£ 26 £ 33 £ 33

UPHOLSTERY 3 Piece Suite Leather 3 Piece Suite

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CURTAINS Full length Half length

£ 84 £ 52

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TNP

NELSON PLUMBING

NELSON PLUMBING & HEATING

TNP

NELSON PLUMBING

FAMILY RUN BUSINESS

PLUMBING

HEATING

Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks.

All plumbing undertaken.

Leaking or blocked radiators, pumps, central heating repairs and boiler breakdowns.

DRAINAGE

GAS

Drain cleaning, jetting and repairs.

New boilers installed, oil boilers repaired and serviced.

01732 220443

Rob Edmonds Commercial & Domestic Electricians Rewires Replacement fuseboards Testing & Inspection Fault finding Landlord’s certificates Extra sockets/lights Outside lights Smoke detectors ●

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Inadequate Splashback?  Is your splashback too narrow?  Do you splash the walls either side when cooking?  Walls getting ruined?  Is your current splashback hard to clean?

We Can Help…

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Any size, any shape – We measure & fit.

Glass is amazingly easy to clean & will protect your walls.

Glass Splashbacks

CALL NOW SALE ENDING SOON

Are the Popular, Modern & Hygienic Wall Finish in Your Kitchen or Bathroom – Seamless, with No Grout Lines

Glass Splashbacks with a personal touch We Design, Measure, Fit & Finish – in any colour.

Free home design visits available Contact us for info.

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PERSONAL & LEISURE WILLS

LASTING POWERS OF ATTORNEY

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• Ethical, friendly, family company based in Maidstone.

• Over 10 years’ experience.

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• Appointments in your own home or office.

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• Fair, fixed fees agreed in advance (currently no VAT!).

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Category the local News CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADVERTS Accountants − AIMS − TaxAssist Accountants p15 Aerials − Simply Connected − The Aerial Man p5 Appliance Repair − Appliance Care & Repair Artist - Christopher Marshall Bathroom Installations - Bathe in Safety p6 - Bathrooms Solutions − Nightingale Bathrooms p9 Blinds − Penumbria Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p10 Building Services − Any Aspect Builders Ltd - Imperium Engineering* − Paul Tann Ltd − R Blackman Car Body Repairs - Autospray p13 Carpentry - Paul Anthony Interiors − RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning − Homefresh p9 Cleaning - Broomsticks Domestic Cleaning Services p6 - Cinderella Dustbusters p6 Computer Support - Kent Electronic Services Conservatories - Acorn Glazier p4 - Howard Caine p7 Curtains - Aquarius Soft Furnishings Decorators - Gawaine Sutton − Parrish Painting & Decorating - Wayne Burvill Dentist − Identics Dental Surgery p15

Double Glazing − Trade Glaze p24 Double Glazing Repairs − DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p13 Driveway/Patio Cleaning & Repair Bramko Ltd p5 Electricians - ASD Electrical Services p5 - R F Edmonds Electrical p10 - The Small Job Electrical Company Fencing − Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation - Tate Fencing p13 Footcare - AW Footcare p13 Garage Doors − Garage Door Associates - Garolla Roller Shutter Doors p8 Garden Landscaping − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Gas & Heating Services - FJM Plumbing & Heating Ltd p8 Kitchen Splashbacks - UK Splashbacks p11 Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Oven Cleaners − Oven Angels Plumbers - Ascot Plumbing & Heating p5 - DL Plumbing − Nelson Plumbing p10 Printers - Scarbutts Printers Recruitment - Carer/PA Removals & Storage − Goodfellows Removals & Storage Roofing − DP Roofing - Holland & Holland Roofing Shutters - Stylehouse Shutters p1 Skincare - Tropic Skincare Skip Hire − Haffenden Skip Hire Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p15

Tree Surgery − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p9 Will Writing & Estate Planning - Humphrey & Scace p14 - Isla Law p15 Windows - DG Solutions - Trade 2 Trade p12 − Trade Glaze p24 - Window Fix p3 Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows

EVENT LISTINGS P23 * New Adverts

Cut off date for Jan 2019 is 17th December 2018

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BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

The Aerial Man

Bathroom Solutions

t: 01732 883542 01622 871614 Satellite TV in all rooms.

New digital aerials. CCTV Installation 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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

m: 07908 021913 c: David Bartholomew e: barti1@hotmail.com

Complete bathroom installs, supply and design.

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

Free estimates.

Public liability insured.

APPLIANCE REPAIR

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

Appliance Care and Repair

Nightingale Bathrooms

Prompt and friendly service.

Repairs and installs to all electric appliances.

Over 16 years experience.

Easy access showers, baths and wet rooms.

Raised height toilets.

Slip resistant safety flooring.

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

m: 07545 044276 c: Graham e: 4appliancecare@gmail.com www.appliancecareandrepair.co.uk

m: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk

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ACCOUNTANTS

ARTIST

BLINDS

TaxAssist Accountants

Christopher Marshall

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd

Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints.

a: Unit 2 Albans Farm, Romford Road Pembury, Kent TN2 4BB t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 c: Stuart Munday e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com We manufacture, supply & install all types of internal & external blinds & awnings, along with solar control & security window films.

(See Colour Advert On Page 10)

AERIALS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

Simply Connected

Bathe In Safety

Any Aspect Builders Ltd

New Aerials, Extra Points, Satellite Installations, Hidden Dishes, Home Networks, WiFi Problems?, Phone Points, TV Mounting, Home Cinema, CCTV, Fault Finding and much more.

FREE Surveys, Fully Insured, Over 15 Years Experience.

Easy Access Bathrooms.

Safe, sound and stylish.

Walk-in showers.

Walk-in baths.

Wetrooms.

Zero VAT on Mobility bathrooms.

a: 714 London Road, Larkfield ME20 6BL t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk Free initial discussion.

Full range of services for small businesses. Fixed fees. Friendly local service at our Larkfield Shop

a: Luddesdowne, Nr Meopham t: 01474 813434 e: info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 15)

t: 0330 113 2644 e: info@simply-connected.uk www.simply-connected.uk

t: 01622 962108 www.batheinsafety.co.uk

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t: 01622 729536 m: 07407 764555 c: Kieron e: info@anyaspectbuilders.co.uk www.anyaspectbuilders.co.uk Extensions, Driveways, Patios, Fencing, Refurbishments and more.

Over 20 years experience.

Fully Insured.

Free Quotes.

CHAS approved.

Reference Available.

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CLEANING

Paul Anthony Interiors

Cinderella Dust Busters Ltd

info@imperiumengineering.co.uk

m: 07719 117250 e: info@paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk www.paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk Carpentry and joinery. Laminate wood flooring. Kitchen installations.

Radiator Covers. 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.

BUILDING SERVICES

CARPENTRY

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Paul Tann Ltd

RED Carpentry

Structural Works Building Works Project Management Contact Us: t: 020 3441 7606

t: 01732 842863 m: 07956 313287 or 07834 810453 c: Paul Tann e: paultannltd@btinternet.com www.paultann.co.uk

t: 01732 887091 m: 07931 916783 e: cinderelladustbustersuk@googlemail.com www.cinderelladustbusters.co.uk Let us take over your house chores.

Daily, weekly or fortnightly. Insured, fully flexible & fully trained cleaners. *Cleaning, *Ironing, *Internal Windows, *After Party Cleans, *Private Waitressing, *Housekeeping, *Specialist Carpet cleaning, *Care of the Elderly *Requests welcome.

(See Colour Ad On Page 6)

01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net

t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: 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.

Computer support, repairs & upgrades.

Virus and malware removal.

Complete business and home connectivity service.

For additional services see our website.

BUILDING SERVICES

CARPET CLEANING

CONSERVATORIES

R Blackman General Maintenance

Homefresh

Acorn Glacier

Specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving.

Fully insured.

All work guaranteed.

Established over 20 years.

t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman1@btinternet.com

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

Interior and exterior painting.

Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

t: Freephone 0800 6942024 Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer.

50% discount.

Specialist Fabric Treatment.

Stainshield, Deodorising Treatment, Anti-Allergy Treatment, Conditioner.

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

a: Unit 3, Heronden Road, Parkwood Industrial Estate, Maidstone, ME15 9YR t: 01732 550054 m: 07860 831791 e: info@acornglassline.co.uk www.acornglassline.co.uk Rehau, Windows, Doors, Bifolds, Patios, Coloured GRP Doors, Porches, Conservatories.

(See Colour Ad On Page 4)

CAR BODY REPAIRS

CLEANING

CONSERVATORIES

Autospray Solutions

Broomsticks Domestic Cleaning Services

Howard Caine Conservatories

a: Unit 18, Lake Road, Quarry Wood Industrial Estate, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7TQ m: 07773 340049 t: 01622 727263 c: Ben Award winning Kent based service and tradesmen for all your bodywork repair needs. Carried out at your convenience at home, work or our brand new unit in Aylesford.

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m: 07921 085 283 e: broomstickshousekeeping@hotmail.com fb: BroomsticksHousekeeping Cleaning packages from £25 One off, short term and regular services available.

Laundry and Ironing too.

(See Colour Ad On Page 6)

t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk New Conservatories, Refurbishment, Windows/Doors Check us out at Checkatrade.com Fully registered with FENSA Customer References Available.

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DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

Aquarius Soft Furnishings

Wayne Burvill

SOS Window Works

a:Clockhouse Farm, Coxheath, ME17 4PB t: 01622 744265 e: sales@aquariussoftfurnishings.co.uk www.aquariussoftfurnishings.co.uk Made to Measure Curtains Blinds Tracks & Poles Measuring & Fitting Service Upholstery, Cushion Replacements & Loose Covers. Paint & Wallpapers Large Fabric Book Library Wool & Haberdashery Shop FREE PARKING

t: 01732 847335 m: 07989 370722 e: wayneburvill@hotmail.com fb: wayneburvill1972 All aspects of painting & decorating undertaken as well as general DIY and property maintenance.

Professional, tidy and insured.

Identics Dental Surgery

a: 1 Odiham Drive, Allington, Maidstone, Kent t: 01622 669345 e: 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 15)

DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING

Gawaine Sutton

Trade Glaze

t: 01622 863579 m: 07979 757662 25 years experience Complete decorating service Interior & exterior Painting & decorating City & Guilds qualified Friendly and reliable service.

Call for a Free Estimate.

e: 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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a: The Bounds, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7LZ t: 01622 206690 m: 07779 006696

a: Units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works Lower Road, East Farleigh Maidstone Kent ME15 0HD t: 01622 725444 f: 01622 721111 e: ad2000@btconnect.com www.trade-glaze.co.uk

DRIVEWAY/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS

Bramko Ltd

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

Free estimate & demonstration.

Gutter Cleaning from £50 (See Colour Ad On Page 5)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories.

Top quality products with top quality service.

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DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

ELECTRICIANS

Parrish Painting & Decorating

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

ASD Electrical Services

m: 07967 190588 c: Mark

For all your decorating needs.

A friendly, reliable service at competitive rates.

Qualified and fully insured.

Call for a free, no obligation quote.

Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk Windows, Doors, Conservatories: Repairs, Upgrades, Misted Sealed Units, Broken Handles, Hinges and Locks.

Cat Flaps New Installations, Secondary Glazing FENSA, Insurance-backed Free telephone advice and call out Over 30 years’ experience

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t: 01622 528190 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com No job too small Maintenance and installation Domestic and commercial Repairs and fittings Free quotations No call out fee Family run business.

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FENCING

GARAGE DOORS

RF Edmonds Electrical

Tate Fencing

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors

Suppliers of fencing materials.

Visit our Tonbridge depot.

Thermally insulated electric garage doors!

Great for space saving, kerb appeal and easy to use.

Made to measure Limited offer; call us today!

Phone lines open 7 days a week.

m: 07930 638320 e: robedmonds@hotmail.co.uk NIC EIC approved contrator.

Commercial & Domestic electrician.

Rewires. Replacement fuseboards.

Testing & Inspection. Fault finding.

Landlord’s certificates.

Extra sockets/lights.

Outside lights. Smoke detectors.

t: 01732 853134 e: sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk

t: 01622 410 425 m: 07537 149 128

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(See Colour Ad On Page 10) ELECTRICIANS

The Small Job Electrical Company t: 01622 870147 m: 07515 159821 Local reliable company happy to take on any job no matter how small: Home Lighting, Sockets & Switches Full or Part Rewire, Security & garden lighting, PAT Testing, Periodic inspections and inspections for Letting Part P Approval.

NAPIT Approved No Call out charge.

Free, friendly and honest advice.

No hidden extras.

FENCING

Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation

t: 01732 874487 f: 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.

FOOTCARE

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

AW Foot Healthcare

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

m: 07734 655 287 c: Adam Williams MCFHP MAFHP awfoothealthcare@gmail.com Registered foot healthcare practitioner for all your routine and continued foot health treatments in the comfort of your own home.

Call or email Adam to arrange an appointment.

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

a: Larkfield t: 01732 848179 m: 07850 175077 c: Kevin Kennett e: yewtreelandscapes1@tiscali.co.uk Specialist In Indian Stone Paving.

Garden Artificial Grass, Driveways, Block paving, Brickwork, Turfing, Decking, Fencing, Hard and Soft Landscaping. Free estimates, fully insured. Experienced & professional service. 25 years experience. major credit/debit cards taken.

GARAGE DOORS

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

Garage Door Associates

F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd

a: Showroom and Head Office 18 Holborough Road, Snodland t: 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

t: 01622 913007 e: info@fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk www.fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk Plumbing, Heating, Servicing Installation, Breakdown, Repairs.

All Gas Appliances.

(See Colour ad On Page 8)

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Ascot Plumbing & Heating

CARER/PA REQUIRED

Leaking taps, toilets, radiators.

Blocked sinks and drains.

Boiler repairs, servicing and replacements.

Central heating repairs and servicing.

All aspects of plumbing and heating work.

Required for weekend and/or future overnight cover.

t: 01622 320284

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Based on Kings Hill caring for 2 young adults with severe disabilities.

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

For more information contact Jane or email your cv.

KITCHEN SPLASHBACKS

PLUMBERS

REMOVALS & STORAGE

UK Splashbacks

DL Plumbing

Goodfellows Removals & Storage

Dripping taps fixed New taps fitted Leaks fixed Emersion Heater elements replaced New radiators fitted Overflowing loft tanks fixed Dripping toilet overflow fixed

Household/office removals.

Local professional removal and storage company.

Family owned. Established 20 years.

Please ring for a free quote.

t: 01622 727697 freephone: 0800 2321149 e: info@uksplashbacks.com www.uksplashbacks.com Glass Splashbacks, the popular, modern and hygienic wall finish in your kitchen or bahtroom - seamless, with no grout lines.

We design, measure, fit and finish in any colour.

t: 01732 844746 m: 07792 670141

a: Ashtree Farm, Teston Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 5RL t: 01732 841841 f: 01622 753708

(See Colour Ad On Page 11)

Complete bathrooms fitted including design & tiling if required.

LOCKSMITH

PLUMBERS

ROOFING

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

Nelson Plumbing

D. P. Roofing

t: 01622 232962

t: 01622 808103 m: 07517 106711

Plumbing - all plumbing undertaken.

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

Drainage - cleaning, jetting & repairs.

All types of roofing renewed and repaired, chimneys, guttering etc.

a: 27 Dixon Close, Maidstone ME15 6SS t: 01622 410057 m: 07837 751611 c: John e: john@maidstonelocksmiths.com www.maidstonelocksmiths.com Free estimates.

24 hour emergency service.

Domestic and Commercial.

All types of locks supplied & fitted.

UPVC specialists.

KCC trading standard approved.

OVEN CLEANERS

All work guaranteed.

Free quotes.

All areas covered.

(See Colour Ad On Page 10)

PRINTERS

Oven Angels

t: 01892 514552 m: 07901 857608 www.ovenangels.co.uk Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products.

Now in their 20th year.

Prices from £45. Fully insured.

As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.

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ROOFING

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.

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DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

Events MONDAYS IYengar Yoga classes all day, every day at Maidstone Iyengar Yoga Centre 9.30 to 5.30pm 5 classes at Maidstone Community Support Centre, Marsham St. 9.45am Music & movement, babies & toddlers, Beechwood Hall, Barming. 07901 712510 10am-11.15am, Over 60’s Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.

1.30-2.30pm Medau Classes at Wateringbury VH, ME18 5NU. 1st Class foc £5. 01622 749002 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – Graham Jackson 01732 843336.

(May–Sep) 3-5pm Westborough Bowls Club, London Road, Allington, behind The Pippin pub. Contact Steve 01622 725650 6-7pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724 6.30-8pm Intermediate Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 8pm-9.15pm Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 (1st, ex Bank hols) 7 for 7.30pm Barming WI, Village Hall, Heath Road. Mrs. Fiona Plant fplant@mail.com 7-8pm Kick Ass Aerobics £6 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 (1st) 8pm R.N.L.I. meet at Sea Cadets Hall, College Rd, Maidstone. 01622 725435.

7.30-9.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Pam 07891185983 (3rd) 7.30pm Allington Castle W.I. at Small Hall, St Nicholas Church, Popular Grove. Diane 01622 721170.

(4th) 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI in the Brassey Rooms, Station Rd, Aylesford.

Ann-Marie on 01622 756960.

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

THURSDAYS 7.30am Maidstone Dawn Patrol Rotary Club - at Leah’s Bistro, High St. Pat Jeffery Secretary on 07821 784605 for info.

9.45 and 10.45am Musical Playtime, Grove Green Community Centre. 07901 712510 10.15-12pm Buddha Buddies Baby & Tots Yoga, Adventure Kidz, Aylesford 07801948969 10am-11.15am, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.

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

(May–Sep) 5-7pm Westborough Bowls Club, London Road, Allington, behind The Pippin pub. Contact Steve 01622 725650.

5.15-6.45pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724

SATURDAYS 9-10am Basics at Maidstone Iyengar Yoga Centre, Unit 3, The Broadway, Maidstone.

10am Musical Bumps The Old School Hall, Lower Rd, East Farleigh, ME15 0JL 10 - 12 Brassey Centre, Aylesford and Ditton Green 12 - 2pm. www.communigrow.org 10am-12noon Market at the Brassey Centre, Aylesford. Tea/Coffee. Contact 01622 717598 10.15-11.45am Intermediate at Maidstone Iyengar Yoga Centre, Unit 3, The Broadway.

(2nd) 11am-3pm Maidstone Embroiderers’ Guild at Aylesford C.H Catherine 07838 161403

SUNDAYS 10am-12noon, every 2nd and 4th, Zen meditation group, Maidstone ME16, contact Barbara 01622 670587

...ALSO THIS MONTH Every Monday-Friday 9.30am-3.30pm The Cafe, Blackthorn Trust, St Andrew’s Road, Barming, ME16 9AN is open for coffees and lunches.

Saturday 1 December 7.30pm Maidstone Symphony Orchestra Concert at Mote Hall, Maidstone Leisure Centre, ME15 7RN. Tickets: £28, £23, £13. Students £5, 18s and under FREE Cash & cheques 07817 429143 or on the door.

TUESDAYS

6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Judith 01622 683382

(Term time) 9:30-11:30am Aylesford Parent and Toddler Group, Brassey Centre, Aylesford

(3rd) 7pm Wateringbury Flower Club, Nettlestead VH, ME18 5ER. 01732 873021

1.15-2pm Mayhem music for 0-1yrs Aylesford Community Centre. 07815 775504

7-9pm Ditton Scouts (10-14 years old) at Ditton Scout HQ. Leader 07812 096724

Wednesday 12 Dec 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI Christmas Party in the Brassey Centre Station Road, Aylesford.There is no competition or bring & buy stall this month and there will be entertainment by Rob Thompsett. Contact Ann Marie on 01622 756960.

(2nd & 4th) 2-4pm. Friendship afternoon.

Brassey Cent. Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083

7-8pm Beginners Pilates £8 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101

Sunday 16 Dec 4pm Traditional Carol Service in the Church St Peter & St Pauls Church

6-7pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Info on 07812 096724

(1st not May/Jan) Allington Garden Club at St Nicholas CH, Popular Grove. 01622 757319

Aylesford Christmas services:

6.30pm-7.45pm, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576

7.30pm Karate Club 35+ at the Brassey Centre Station Rd, Aylesford. Okinawan martial.

7.45pm-9.15pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 8pm Yoga in Church Farm Hall, ME20 6ST

8-9pm Free Dance exercise class at St Andrews Church Hall, Tonbridge Rd. Barming.

Andrea or Trevor on 01795 843331.

WEDNESDAYS

FRIDAYS

Friday 21 Dec 7pm Carol singing in Aylesford Village Square followed by mulled wine & mince pies in the Church.

Monday 24 Dec Christmas Eve 5pm Christingle & Crib Service in the Church.

Service for all the family during which the children receive the traditional christingles and are invited to gather round the crib.

10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Maidstone YMCA. 07815 775504

10am St Nicholas Church Hall, Allington musical fun for babies/toddlers 07901 712510

11.30-1.30pm Meditation and spiritual development. Aylesford. Pam 07891 185983

Mon 24th Dec Christmas Eve 11pm. Service of Carols & midnight Communion

10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Aylesford CC. 07815 775504

(2nd) 1.30-4pm Retired/Semi-Retired meet at Ditton Community Centre. 01732 844195

1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – come and try, if you like it you can join.

Tues 25th Dec Christmas Day 10am Family celebration of Carols followed by Holy Communion.

2.30-4pm Over 50s Get Together Club at Allington Baptist Church, 76a London Rd,

1.15-2.15pm Medau exercise class at St Pauls Church Hall Boxley Rd, Joan 01634 256891.

6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. 07812 096724 7.30-9.30pm Maidstone Folk Dance Club Tonbridge Rd, Meth. Church 01622 761757

(1st) 4.15-6.15pm St Peter & St Paul’s Aylesford host a Messy Church in the Brassey Centre. All the family welcome. 07462 682980

Please submit your information for the January 2019 edition by 17th December 2018 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk