Maidstone February 2018 local Oracle

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DISTRIBUTION 15,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES

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News the local

Welcome to the February edition of Maidstone local Oracle.

Suite 23, 10 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales t: 01732 525805 Anna Artwork/Sales t: 01732 525806 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off dates for advertising in the March editions are: • Malling 15th February • Maidstone 20th February • Tonbridge 20th February

Another year has flown by which makes us 14 years old this month!! The business was initially started to help those moving into Kings Hill from outside the area and it has gone from strength to strength with houses popping up, in what must be, one of the busiest parts of the country.

Some of our advertisers have been with us from the start and it has been great to watch them flourish too.

We would like to thank those who have supported us and our advertisers and hope you may continue to use our website which has some of the best local businesses in Kent. All you need to do is go to thelocaloracle.co.uk and input the category you are looking for with your postcode to find the nearest advertiser to you. We encourage our advertisers to ask their customers to send in testimonials if they have done a great job and you will find them on their dedicated page.

We will be increasing our social media presence this year, so please feel free to follow our pages for regular updates and promotions.

All the best to you all and have a great month.

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BUSINESS SERVICES

‘THE AERIAL MAN’

Family business - established 30 years

DIGITAL TV AERIAL SERVICES

HOME & GARDEN

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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What can we do for you?

15k

We now have 4 editions with a distribution totalling 58,500 homes and businesses.

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

We can print, supply leaflets and distribute 1,000 to 58,500 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target .

Each monthly edition can be found on our website where you can flick through the pages online.

You can have a page on our website for just £10 per month which includes photos, a video, text and links to your website and social media.

This is our business and you will only speak to us!

Anna & Jane

Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone

Maidstone EDITION

Malling EDITION

16.5k

Addington | Birling | East Malling Halling | Holborough | Kings Hill Larkfield | Leybourne Leybourne Lakes | Mereworth Offham | Ryarsh | Snodland Trottiscliffe | Wateringbury West Malling Chipstead Dunton Green Kemsing Otford Riverhead Seal Sevenoaks

Sevenoaks EDITION

12k

East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Matfield Paddock Wood Tonbridge

Tonbridge EDITION

15k

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Jane - Accounts/Sales t: 01732 525805 e: jane@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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HOME & GARDEN

01622 320284 NO CALLOUT CHARGE

Cannon Plumbing & Heating

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

Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Part of Rolin Cleaning Services Ltd

Professional, Family Run, Local Cleaning Company Carpet Cleaning | Rug Cleaning | Upholstery Cleaning | Wood Floor Restoration Leather Cleaning & Repair | Marble & Stone Restoration | Spot and Stain Removal Amtico Floor Care Every Carpet Clean Customer Receives a Free Spot & Stain Remover!

Give the Willson family a call for a free inspection and quotation All Work Fully Insured Telephone: 01732 872 199 | 07874 005 135 Website: www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk Email: info@rolin.cc

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HOME & GARDEN

HOMEFRESH

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

£ 94 £ 156

£ 47 £ 78

CURTAINS Full length Half length

£ 84 £ 52

£ 42 £ 26

No Hidden Extras All prices inclusive of VAT. FREE PHONE 0800 6942024 THROUGHOUT THE SOUTH EAST Office Hours: 9am-7pm (Sat 10am-1pm)

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Leaflet Print & Distribution 5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£295+vat

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Give us a call or drop us an email.

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HOME & GARDEN

PAUL ANTHONY CARPENTRY

local Oracle discou nt applies

Made to measure sliding wardrobes, cupboards, units & shelving & kitchens.

No job too big or too small.

28 years experience.

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HOME & GARDEN

PLUMBING - Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks.

TNP

NELSON PLUMBING

All plumbing undertaken.

HEATING - Leaking or blocked radiators and boiler breakdowns.

GAS - New boilders installed, boilders repaired and serviced.

24 HOURS DRAINAGE - Drain cleaning, jetting and repairs.

1 HOUR RESPONSE

Covering Maidstone and surrounding areas.

Plumbing & Heating Specialist

01622 232962

Brochures • Magazines Stationery • Leaflets Litho & Digital Printing 01732 870066 print@scarbutts.com www.scarbutts.com

St Michaels Close, Forstal Road, Aylesford, Maidstone, Kent ME20 7BU

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

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Call Anna 07939 248983

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£295+vat

10,000 A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£550+vat

Contact: Jane Marshall Tel: 01732 521494 jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.save-moneywithme.co.uk

Give us a call or drop us an email.

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Category the local News CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADVERTS Accountants − AIMS − TaxAssist Accountants p3 Aerials − Simply Connected − The Aerial Man p3 Appliance Repair − Appliance Care & Repair Artist - Christopher Marshall P10* Bathrooms - Bathrooms Solutions − Nightingale Bathrooms p7 Blinds − Penumbria Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p7 Building Services − Any Aspect Builders Ltd − Paul Tann Ltd − R Blackman Business Opportunity − Forever Living Products - Utility Warehouse Car Body Repairs - Autospray p10 Carpentry − Paul Anthony Interiors p7 − RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning − Homefresh p6 − Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd p5 Catering - Caribbean Queen of Kent P11* Computer Support − APC Manpower Computer Services - Kent Electronic Services Decorators - Gawaine Sutton − Parrish Painting & Decorating - Wayne Burvill Dentist − Identics Dental Surgery p11 Double Glazing − Trade Glaze p24 Double Glazing Repairs − DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p9

Electricians − ASD Electrical Services p3 − Domestic & Residential Electrical Services − LT Security & Electrical Services Fencing − Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation - Tate Fencing p9 Fitness & Wellbeing - Forever Living Garage Doors − Garage Door Associates Garden Landscaping − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Garden Services - The New Leaf Gardener* − V&S Garden Services Gas & Heating Services - Astral Heating & Gas Services − Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating p5 - FJM Plumbing & Heating Ltd p6 Hypnotist (Remedial) - Urban Hypnotist Ironing Services - Extra Hands Ironing & Shirt Laundry Kitchen Splashbacks - UK Splashbacks p9 Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Money Saving - Utility Warehouse p12 Motorcycle Prints - Christopher Marshall p10 Oven Cleaners − Oven Angels Pet Services - Fur Babies At Home p10 Plasterer − Wall 2 Wall Plastering Plumbers - Cannon Plumbing & Heating p5 − TNP Nelson Plumbing p8 Printers Scarbutts Printers p8 Recruitment - Demelza Removals & Storage − Goodfellows Removals & Storage

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AERIALS

BATHROOMS

The Aerial Man

Nightingale Bathrooms

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.

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m: 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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 7)

APPLIANCE REPAIR

BLINDS

Appliance Care and Repair

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd

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

Repairs and installs to all electric appliances.

Over 16 years experience.

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 7)

ACCOUNTANTS

ARTIST

BUILDING SERVICES

TaxAssist Accountants

Christopher Marshall

Any Aspect Builders Ltd

Free initial discussion.

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

Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints.

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

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

AERIALS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

Simply Connected

Bathroom Solutions

Paul Tann 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.

Complete bathroom installs, supply and design.

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

Free estimates.

Public liability insured.

Specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving.

Fully insured.

All work guaranteed.

Established over 20 years.

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

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

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

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CAR BODY REPAIRS

CARPET CLEANING

R Blackman General Maintenance

Autospray Solutions

Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd

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.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Forever Living Products

m: 07939 248983 c: Anna Marshall e: info@annaforeverhealthy.co.uk www.annaforeverhealthy.co.uk Uncapped & willable income stream.

Flexible - start part-time, and build a full time income. Global franchise operating in over 160 countries worldwide.

Unique product range. Est. 33 years.

Call for more information today!

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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CATERING

Paul Anthony Interiors

Caribbean Queen of Kent

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.

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Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Network Marketing Business t: 01732 521494 c: Jane Marshall e: jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.make-moneywithme.co.uk

RED Carpentry

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.

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m: 07850 009 661 F/B: Caribbean Queen of Kent www.caribbanqueenofkent.com Catering and bespoke takeaway service.

Valentine and Mother’s Day specials.

10% off orders over £20!

(See Colour Advert On Page 11)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

CARPET CLEANING

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Homefresh

APC Manpower Computer services

t: Freephone 0800 6942024

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Family run carpet cleaning company.

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

NCCA and IICRC Certified.

(See Colour Advert On Page 5)

CARPENTRY

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided.

t: 01732 872199 m: Chrissie on 07801 561696 John on 07860 100295 e: info@rolin.cc www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk

Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer.

50% discount.

Specialist Fabric Treatment.

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

(See Colour Ad On Page 6)

t: 01732 790099 m: 07867771078 e: service@pcmanpower.co.uk VIRUS Removal Specialist Broadband WIFI issues SLOW Unresponsive PC PC Dead / Windows Issue IPAD Tuition & Setup New PC setup Printer & Email issues Fixed

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01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net Computer support, repairs & upgrades.

Virus and malware removal.

Complete business and home connectivity service.

For additional services see our website.

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DOUBLE GLAZING

Parrish Painting & Decorating

Trade Glaze

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.

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

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Top quality products with top quality service.

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DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

Wayne Burvill

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

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.

Independent Offham Business Double Glazing Problems Solved t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: 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 yrs Exp.

DECORATORS

DENTIST

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

Gawaine Sutton

Identics Dental Surgery

SOS Window Works

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.

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 11)

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

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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FENCING

Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation

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Garage Door Associates

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.

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

ELECTRICIANS

FENCING

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

ASD Electrical Services

Tate Fencing

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 3)

t: 01732 852596 e: sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk

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.

Suppliers of fencing materials.

Visit our Tonbridge depot.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

GARDEN SERVICES

ELECTRICIANS

FITNESS & WELLBEING

GARDEN SERVICES

L.T Security & Electrical Services

Forever Living Products

V & S Garden Services

ELECTRICIANS

Domestic and Residential Electrical Services

t: 01622 870147 m: 07515 159821 e: 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.

c: Lee Terry m: 07971 552 663 e: 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 Estimate.

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The New Leaf Gardener Garden Care & Maintenance

t: 01622 756709 m: 07917 726226 Claire@thenewleafgardener.co.uk www.thenewleafgardener.co.uk One-off service or regular garden care . Grass/hedge cutting . Preparation for house sale . Tree, shrub pruning & border care . Clearance or tidy . Garden woodwork/carpentry Free estimates & fully insured.

m: 07939 248983 c: Anna Marshall e: info@annaforeverhealthy.co.uk www.annaforeverhealthy.co.uk Three programmes to help you kickstart your transformation and create good habits for life. Forever have many different products to enhance your life so why not have a party with friends at own home and try some of them.

t: 01732 521224 m: 07958 997336 c: Sue or Vince

Comprehensive range of garden services.

One off or full regular maintenance.

Complete year round lawn care.

Professional licensed weed control.

Hourly rates.

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IRONING SERVICES

LOCKSMITH

Astral Heating & Gas Services

Extra Hands Ironing & Shirt Laundry

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

c: 07748 876434 e: info@astralheatingservices.co.uk www.astralheatingservices.co.uk Boiler and central heating service and repair specialist with over 30 years of experience. Gas Safe registered, reliable and trustworthy, with the ability to solve all your heating and hot water problems.

Gas ovens and hobs repaired.

Landlords gas safety inspections.

a: The Colonnade 10 West Street West Malling ME19 6QX t: 01732 872159 m: 07956 864860 www.extrahandsironing.co.uk Central West Malling Drop Shop Open 8-4 Monday-Fridays Clear pricing Fully insured Free collection & delivery service

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.

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

KITCHEN SPLASHBACKS

MONEY SAVING

Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating

UK Splashbacks

Utility Warehouse

t: 01622 725558 m: 07968 424228 e: ben@bpterry.co.uk Experienced Qualified Plumbing and Heating Engineer offers; Free Quotations for all your heating and plumbing requirements, No job too small, All calls handled promptly and efficiently.

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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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9)

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Yoga with Chris Stookes 07594 491243 chris.stookes@yogalifetherapies.co.uk www.yogawithchrisstookes.co.uk Facebook, Instagram & Twitter Come and join one of my five classes on Mondays at Maidstone Community Support Centre, Marsham St. ME14 1HH. Tuesdays at Church Farm Hall, New Hythe Lane, ME20 6ST. 8pm Gentle for beginners

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Useful local phone numbers ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY 01892 835498

AGE CONCERN 01622 753618

COUNCIL Maidstone Borough Council, Maidstone House, Kings Street, Maidstone 01622 602000 www.maidstone.gov.uk Tonbridge & Malling BC, Gibson Building, Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 844522 DOCTORS Aylesford Medical Centre, Admiral Moore Drive, British Legion Village, Aylesford 01622 885880 Thornhills Medical Practice, Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 849980 The Vine Medical Centre, 13 Tonbridge Road 01622 754898 Dr D Forsythe, The George Holding Centre, Chaucer WaY 01732 841213 HOSPITAL Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone 0845 1551000 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY Maidstone & District 01622 675556 LIBRARY Castle Rd, Allington ME16 0PR 01622 683435 Martin Square, Larkfield 0300 041 3131

LOCAL HALLS Aylesford Village Community Centre, 25 Forstal Road 01622 717473 Aylesford Village Club 01622 716056 Beechwood Community Hall, Marigold Way Barming - Martine Jefferys 07504 622288 Ditton Community Centre, Kilnbarn Road 01732 844749 Leybourne Village Hall 01732 873722 St Nicholas Church Halls, Poplar Grove, Allington Maidstone ME16 0DE. stnicholas1@outlook. com 01622 299715 MAIDSTONE LIONS CLUB Malcolm Luxton 0845 8339869 MALLING DISTRICT LIONS CLUB Ted Inns 0845 8335735 PHARMACIES Delmergate Oaks Pharmacy, Royal British Legion Village, Aylesford 01622 882386 Paydens, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 843203 POLICE Maidstone Police Control Centre 101 Neighbourhood Police Officers Community Warden - Ditton John Newton 07813 712081 RSPCA RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 123 0751

SAMARITANS 48 Grecian Street, Maidstone, ME14 2TS 01622 674444 SCHOOLS Allington Primary School, Hildenborough Crescent, London Road 01622 757350 Aylesford Primary School, Teapot Lane, Aylesford 01622 718192 Aylesford Sports College, Teapot Lane, Aylesford 01622 717341 Ditton Infant School, Pear Tree Avenue, Ditton 01732 844107 Ditton Junior School, New Road, Ditton 01732 843446 St Peter’s & St Paul’s Pre-School, Ditton Community Centre - Jackie Dearden 07729 042811 St Peter’s Church of England Primary School AND St Peter’s School Nursery Ltd 01622 717335 Mount Pleasant, Aylesford Ditton Church Pre-School, Church Centre - Wendy Caldicott 07845 921621 Palace Wood Primary School, Talbot Road, Allington 01622 750084 Leybourne St Peter & Paul Primary School, Rectory Lane North, Leybourne 01732 842008 St James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912 The Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995

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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. (See Ad) 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.

3-5pm Westborough Bowls Club, behind Pippin Pub off London Rd. 01622 727317 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. Linda 01622 720847.

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.

TUESDAYS

(term time) 9:30-11:30am Aylesford Parent and Toddler Group, Brassey Centre, Aylesford 1.15-2pm Mayhem music for 0-1yrs Aylesford Community Centre. 07815 775504 (2nd & 4th) 2-4pm. Friendship afternoon.

Brassey Cent. Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083 6-7pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Info on 07812 096724 6.30pm-7.45pm, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 7.45pm-9.15pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 8pm Yoga in Church Farm Hall, ME20 6ST (See Ad)

WEDNESDAYS

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. Kay on 01622 718353.

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

THURSDAYS 9.45 and 10.45am Musical Playtime, Grove Green Community Centre. 07901 712510 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.

5-7pm Westborough Bowls Club, at the back of the Pippin Pub off London Road. More info call Rosemary on 01622 727317 5.15-6.45pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724 6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Judith 01622 683382 (3rd) 7pm Wateringbury Flower Club, Nettlestead VH, ME18 5ER. 01732 873021 7-9pm Ditton Scouts (10-14 years old) at Ditton Scout HQ. Leader 07812 096724 7-8pm Beginners Pilates £8 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 (1st not May/Jan) Allington Garden Club at St Nicholas CH, Popular Grove. 01622 757319 7.30pm Karate Club 35+ at the Brassey Centre Station Rd, Aylesford. Okinawan martial.

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

Andrea or Trevor on 01795 843331.

(1st) 8pm Casino Card Games evening at Thai Orchid, Maidstone with Click Singles.

FRIDAYS

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

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.

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

(1st Sept-June) 2-4pm Aylesford History Soc. meet at Aylesford Com. Centre 01732 844195

6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. 07812 096724

(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

7.30-9.30pm Maidstone Folk Dance Club Tonbridge Rd, Meth. Church 01622 761757

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

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.

Musical Bumps Maidstone & Kings Hill Family music classes for babies up to 4 yrs.

Wednesday pm & Friday am. The Women’s Institute Hall, Lower St, Bearsted, ME14 4EX Contact Wendy 07941 682007 maidstone@musicalbumps.com Saturday 3 February 7.30 pm. Maidstone Symphony Orchestra Concert at Mote Hall, Maidstone Leisure Centre, Maidstone.

ME15 7RN. Tickets: £26, £21, £12 Students £5, 18s and under FREE! Cash & cheques: 07817 429143 or on the door Card payments 0333 666 3366 or mso.ticketsource. co.uk. Pre-concert talk presented by Steve Migden, 6.40-7.10 pm.

Thursday 15 February 7.30pm My Special Date Night in aid of Kent MS Therapy Centre. £20pp drink extra. Contact Vicky on 01227 470876 to book.

Friday 23 February 10am Private Tour of ‘The Friars’ Aylesford. £10 ‘Friends’ & £12 Others to include the tour & a coffee & cake. Please contact Anita Keays either via the Church Office (Tuesdays & Thursday 9am -2pm) on 01622 719366 or on 01622 719589 to book.

(There is a maximum number for the tour so it will be on a first come first serve basis).

Friday 2 March 7.30pm R.N.L.I. Barn Dance on in Fant Community Hall, Fant Lane, Barming, Maidstone. Music and calling by the popular John Sweeney. Tkts £10 inc. supper, bring your own drinks and nibbles.

John Ashbolt 01622.725435 or Alan Cocks 01622 761004.