MAIDSTONE LOCAL ORACLE JANUARY 2017

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Dear Readers Happy New Year!

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 February editions are: • Sevenoaks 16th January • Malling 16th January • Maidstone 20th January • Tonbridge 20th January thelocaloracle thelocaloracle

After a busy 2016 with many changes to the business we are raring to go for a great 2017. Most businesses that we speak to were busy right up to Christmas and had bookings coming in from the local Oracle so this year we hope to help more local businesses expand to help more residents.

If you use a local business who doesn’t appear in the local Oracle, please do give them our details and maybe even your copy!

We pride ourselves in being a publication that is easy to use and there ready when you need it by the phone.

We encourage businesses that have a good reputation and work ethically with their clients and we are always pleased to receive feedback good and bad.

All editions can be found on our current website www.thelocaloracle.co.uk and you can find day to day changes for events or advertisers on facebook.com/ thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/thelocaloracle.

We will keep you up to date with future exciting changes and look forward to hearing your thoughts.

Anna & Jane

We are currently working on a new website too! To see the online version of the local Oracle, Advertisers and local events go to......

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HAPPY NEW YEAR! We would like to say thank you to the following advertisers for using the local Oracle for over 11 years and some of them since the day we started back in February 2004!

We must be doing something right!

AA Computers Ltd - Computer Support AAPM - Building Services A D Landscapes - Garden Landscapes All Clean Windows - Window Cleaners All Seasons - Fencing APC Manpower - Computer Support Champ Computer Services - Computer Support Chocolate Umbrella - Chocolate and Sweets Christopher Marshall - Artist DG Solutions - Double Glazing Solutions Extra Hands - Ironing Services Goodfellows Removals - Removals Haffenden Skip Hire - Skip Hire Howard Caine - Double Glazing Solutions John Green Decor Ltd - Decorating Services Kings Hill Cars - Car Servicing and Sales Kings Hill Cleaning - Domestic Cleaning Loft Ladders - Loft Ladder Providers L T Electrical - Electrician Oven Angels - Oven Cleaning The Aerial Man - Aerials Wicks Gas - Gas Safe Engineer If you would like to join these successful businesses, then please do give us a call.

We welcome any type and size of business large or small.

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What can we do for you?

Malling EDITION

16.5k

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 £54 which includes 4 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

Addington | Birling | East Malling Halling | Holborough | Kings Hill Larkfield | Leybourne Leybourne Lakes | Mereworth Offham | Ryarsh | Snodland Trottiscliffe | Waterinbury West Malling Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone

Maidstone EDITION

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East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Matfield Paddock Wood Tonbridge Southborough

Tonbridge EDITION

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Chipstead Dunton Green Kemsing Otford Riverhead Seal Sevenoaks

Sevenoaks EDITION

12k Anna - Artwork/Sales t: 01732 525806 e: anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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

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BUSINESS SERVICES Contact: Anna Marshall Tel: 01732 844246 or 07939 248983

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Facebook.com/thelocalOracle/ CCTV Installation

@thelocalOracle

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Hylton Plumbing Services Tel: Mobile:

01732 843086 0797 0528822

Email: hylton@hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk

Contact Hylton Reliable Qualified Plumber with 20 years experience Public Liability Insured No Call Out Fee

www.hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk

Maintenance Plumbing Burst Pipes Hot Water Cylinders Blocked Drains Radiators Leaking Taps New Loft Tanks DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

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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 Telelephone: 01732 872 199 | 07874 005 135 Website: www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk Email: info@rolin.cc

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

Golding Lifeline helps people keep their independence and stay in their own homes with the knowledge that help is only a simple press of a button away. 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For more information call: 0300 777 2600 or visit:

www. golding homes.org.uk

JANUARY SALE

50% off monthly charge for a 3 month trial.

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

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Category the local News CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADVERTS Accountants − AIMS − TaxAssist Accountants p5 Aerials − Simply Connected − The Aerial Man p6 Appliance Repair − Appliance Care & Repair Artist - Christopher Marshall Bathrooms - Bathrooms Solutions* − Nightingale Bathrooms p9 Blinds − Penumbria Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p9 Building Services − Any Aspect Builders Ltd − Paul Tann Ltd − R Blackman − Sterling Construction Works Ltd p11 Business Opportunity − Forever Living Products p5 - Utilities Warehouse Car Body Repairs - Autospray P11 Carpentry − Paul Anthony Interiors p8 − RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning − Homefresh p7 − Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd p8 Chiropody West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody Computer Support − APC Manpower Computer Services Decorators − Parrish Painting & Decorating - Paul David Fryer Decorating Services Dentist − Identics Dental Surgery p13 Double Glazing − Trade Glaze p24 Double Glazing Repairs − DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p9

Electricians − ASD Electrical Services p7 − Domestic & Residential Electrical Services − LT Security & Electrical Services Fencing − Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation − Tate Fencing p11 Garage Doors − Garage Door Associates Garden Landscaping − Coe’s Landscapes − The Landscapers − Yew Tree Landscapes Garden Services - The New Leaf Gardener Garden Care & Maintenance* − V&S Garden Services Gas & Heating Services - Astral Heating & Gas Services − Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating p7 − Wicks Gas Homecare − Golding Homes p12* Jewellers − Andrew Smith Jewellers p12 Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Money Saving - Utilities Warehouse p13 Oven Cleaners − Oven Angels Pet Services - Leading Paws p13 Plasterer − Wall 2 Wall Plastering Plumbers − Anthony Nelson Plumbing p6 − Hylton Plumbing Services p7 Printers Scarbutts Printers P5 Removals & Storage − Goodfellows Removals & Storage − GP Removals Roofing − DP Roofing − SCS Roofing

Shutters − Stylehouse Shutters p1 Skip Hire − Haffenden Skip Hire Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p13 Sweet Shop − Chocolate Umbrella p12 Taxi - BJ Travel* Tiling - Griffiths Tile & Stone Services Tree Surgery − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p8 − Qualitree Services Ltd Windows − Trade Glaze p24 − Trade 2 Trade Windows Limited p10 Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows

USEFUL NUMBERS EVENT LISTINGS * New Adverts

Cut off date for February 2017 is 20th January 2017 Could you advertise in other areas too?

We have other issues covering the following areas: Addington | Birling East Malling Halling | Holborough | Kings Hill Larkfield | Leybourne Leybourne Lakes Mereworth | Offham | Ryarsh Snodland | Trottiscliffe| Wateringbury | West Malling East Peckham | Five Oak Green Hadlow | Matfield | Paddock Wood Southborough | Tonbridge Chipstead Dunton Green | Kemsing Otford | Riverhead | Seal Sevenoaks

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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 9)

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 10 years experience with a leading manufacturer.

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 9)

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 c: Christopher Marshall e: info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

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

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: 01622 763825 m: 07780 470541 e: info@simply-connected.uk www.simply-connected.uk 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.

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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CARPET CLEANING

R Blackman General Maintenance

Homefresh

t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: 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.

BUILDING SERVICES

Sterling Construction Works Ltd

t: Freephone 0800 6942024

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Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer.

50% discount.

Specialist Fabric Treatment.

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

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CAR BODY REPAIRS

CARPET CLEANING

Autospray Solutions

Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd

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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 11)

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

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

CHIROPODY

Forever Living Products

Paul Anthony Interiors

West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody

t: Freephone 0800 689 3968 e: contactus@sterlingconstructionworks.co.uk www.sterlingconstructionworks.co.uk Extensions, Conservatories, Brickwork, Drainage, Driveways, Patios, Paving, Decking, Kitchens and Bathrooms.

(See Colour Ad On Page 11)

Family run carpet cleaning company.

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

NCCA and IICRC Certified.

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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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 8)

a: 14-16 Swan Street, West Malling ME19 6LP t: 01732 848460 c: Marie Thomas Bsc(Hons), MChS e: westmallingpods@gmail.com HPC Registered Podiatrist l Corn & Callous Removal l Biomechanics & Orthotics l Verrucae l Ingrown Toenails Evening, weekend and gift vouchers also available.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

COMPUTER SUPPORT

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

APC Manpower Computer Services

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!

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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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m: 07719 117250 e: info@paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk

t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon

t: 01732 790099 m: 07867771078 e: service@pcmanpower.co.uk

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.

WINDOWS 10 problems VIRUS Removal Specialist Broadband / WIFI Issues SLOW / Freezing Computer PC not starting / iPad Issues LAPTOP Repairs / Email problems Printer Setup / IPTV Box setup

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DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

Identics Dental Surgery

SOS Window Works

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 13)

DECORATORS

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.

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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 Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories.

Top quality products with top quality service.

(See Colour Ad On Back Page)

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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9)

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DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

ELECTRICIANS

Paul David Fryer Decorating Services

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

ASD Electrical Services

t: 01622 206218 m: 07921 845110 c: Paul Fryer e: pauldfryer@hotmail.com

Interior & exterior decorating service completed to a high standard.

Free estimates and advice.

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.

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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St Peter & St Pauls Church Aylesford are considering producing another calender for the year 2018. I am sure there are plenty enthusiastic photographers in our midst. We are looking to find appropriate photos for each month showing scenes in and around our Parish. They can also depict events such as carol singing in the square, Remembrance Day services etc.

If you have any photos you would like to submit for consideration please send them in digital format to Aline on a.ongley@tiscali.co.uk. I look forward to receiving some winter scenes and following on through the seasons until September next year.

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FENCING

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

Domestic and Residential Electrical Services

Tate Fencing

Coe’s Landscapes

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.

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

t: 07944 442442 c: Tim Coe www.coelandscapes.co.uk Friendly family company Est.1970 Taking on jobs large and small.

Free quotes and will always try to beat other 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.

Suppliers of fencing materials.

Visit our Tonbridge depot.

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ELECTRICIANS

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

L.T Security & Electrical Services

The Landscapers

a: Braeburn Way, Kings Hill c: Lee Terry t: 01732 522 788 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.

FENCING

Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation

Tel: 01732 874487 Fax: 01732 522359 Mobile: 07787 157618 Contact: Darren Parker www.parkersfencing.co.uk

All types of fencing - wooden and metal supplied and erected.

ELECTRIC GATES & ROLLER SHUTTERS Gates, railings, barriers, on site welding; landscaping, block paving, patios, decking, pergolas.

Family run business. Free quotes.

Over 18 yrs experience.

Visit our new website.

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t: 01634 941043 m: 07711 222142 c: Daniel e: 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.

GARAGE DOORS

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

Garage Door Associates

Yew Tree Landscapes

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

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.

Calling all local: Accountants, Builders, Decorators, Computer Support, Electricians, Fencing, Gardeners, Gas & Heating Services, Kitchen Companies, Plumbers and Solicitors. the local Oracle has traditionally worked very well for this type of business.

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GAS & HEATING SERVICES

JEWELLERS

The New Leaf Gardener Garden Care & Maintenance

Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating

Andrew Smith Jewellers

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.

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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a: 89 High Street, West Malling Kent ME19 6NA t: 01732 843087 www.andrewsmithjewellers.co.uk Competitive pricing for unwanted or damaged gold items.

Professional, friendly advice.

Open 9am-5.30pm Mon to Sat See our new website.

(See Colour Ad on Page 12)

GARDEN SERVICES

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION

V & S Garden Services

Wicks Gas

the local Oracle

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

GAS SAFE REGISTERED.

From production to distribution.

We can help you reach new customers for your business.

We can distribute from 1,000 up to 58,500 leaflets each month in the area of your choice.

Call to book your space.

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

HOME CARE

LOCKSMITH

Astral Heating & Gas Services

Golding Homes

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

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.

c: 07748 876434 e: info@astralheatingservices.co.uk www.astralheatingservices.co.uk Servicing and repairs carried out to boilers, warm air systems, water heaters, gas fires and wall heaters.

Gas hobs repaired.

Landlords gas safety inspections.

Experienced, reliable and trustworthy Gas Safe registered engineer with the ability to solve most heating and hot water problems.

t: 01732 883544 m: 07748 780811 c: Gerald Wicks e: wicksgas@btinternet.com

t: 0300 777 2600 www.goldinghomes.org.uk January Sale!

50% off monthly charge for a 3 month trial.

Call and quote code: JS16 (See Colour Ad On Page 12)

t: 01732 844246/521494 e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

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.

Looking for leaflet distribution?

We can deliver from 1,000 to 58,500.

Give us a call for more info.

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PLUMBERS

REMOVALS & STORAGE

Utility Warehouse

Anthony Nelson Plumbing

Goodfellows Removals & Storage

Authorised Distributor t: 01732 521494 m: 07912 878830 c: Jane www.save-moneywithme.co.uk

t: 01622 232962

Plumbing - all plumbing undertaken.

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

Drainage - cleaning, jetting & repairs.

24 hours - 1 hour response.

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

(See Colour Ad On Page 6)

Household/office removals.

Local professional removal and storage company.

Family owned. Established 20 years.

Please ring for a free quote.

OVEN CLEANERS

PLUMBERS

REMOVALS

Oven Angels

Hylton Plumbing Services

I can show you how to make great savings on your household and business utilities.

Ask me for more info or check out my website.

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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 17th year.

Prices from £45. Fully insured.

As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.

PET SERVICES

t: 01732 843086 m: 07970 528822 c: Hylton Visser e: 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. (See Colour Ad On Page 7) PRINTERS

ROOFING

D. P. Roofing

Leading Paws

t: 01622 808103 m: 07517 106711

m: 07590 316603 www.leadingpaws.co.uk

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

Leading Paws Dog Walking & Training Academy can help you and your furry friend with a range of Pet Care Services!

All work guaranteed.

Free quotes.

All areas covered.

(See Colour Ad On Page 13) (See Colour Ad On Page 5) ROOFING

PLASTERER

Wall 2 Wall Plastering

t: 01634 313326 m: 07843 881657 c; Joe Bunting e: wall2wallplastering@hotmail.co.uk Fully qualified Plasterer.

Internal & external plastering.

Rendering & pebble dashing.

Skimming & plaster boarding.

Coving.

Friendly & tidy service.

Free quotes.

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01634 325084 07729 727188 All aspects of roofing and property maintenance work undertaken, from general repair and household DIY work, to complete re-roofs and rebuilds.

We offer affordable prices.

References available on request.

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TREE SURGEON

Chocolate Umbrella

Qualitree Services Ltd

a: 42 High St, West Malling, ME19 6QR t: 01732 522533 e: yummy@chocolateumbrella.co.uk www.chocolateumbrella.co.uk All your favourite sweets, party bags & Kebabs made to order with free message tag.

Candy Cakes any size/colour.

Delicious Luxury English Truffles, Macaroons, Nougat & specialities.

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t: 01622 208426 c: Gary or Caroline Everest e: hello@qualitree-services.co.uk www.qualitree-services.co.uk Tree Surgery, Stump Grinding & Log Deliveries Professional, Experienced, Insured & Qualified Call Today For Your Free Quotation

SHUTTERS

TAXI

WINDOWS

Stylehouse Shutters

BJ Travel

Trade Glaze

Based in West Malling, supplying and fitting the highest quality, bespoke window plantation shutters.

Free no obligation survey.

Local, friendly service.

3 year guarantee.

Reliable, taxi company based in Maidstone.

Airport Transfers, Sea Ports. Call or email for a quote.

t: 01732 752121 e: hello@stylehouseshutters.co.uk www.stylehouseshutters.co.uk

t: 01622 239030 e: bjtravelmaidstone@gmail.com www.bjtravel.co.uk

We wont let you down.

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TILING

WINDOWS

Trade 2 Trade Windows Limited

Haffenden Skip Hire a: East Malling t: 01732 871858 or 01732 840116 m: 07850 049246

2yd to 12yd skips available.

Local reliable service.

Call for competitive rates.

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 Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories.

Top quality products with top quality service.

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t: 01634 730053 www.t2twindows.com

01732 647 000

enquiries@tileandstoneservices.co.uk

www.tileandstoneservices.co.uk Floor & Wall Tiling Re-Grouting Tile & Grout Cleaning Grout Colour Sealing Silicone Sealant Application

January Sale Now On! A massive 45% off until the end of January 2017.

Free upgrade to laminated safety glass on all downstairs windows & doors with all orders placed in January.

(See Colour Ad On Page 10)

SOLICITORS

TREE SURGERY

WINDOW CLEANERS

Graham Colley Solicitor

M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping

All Clean Windows

All forms of tree work undertaken.

We offer a reliable, professional, local and friendly tree care and landscaping service.

Family run for 3 generations.

No obligation on estimates.

(See Colour Ad On Page 8)

Friendly professional service using both traditional method and/or purified water-fed pole system.

We also clean gutter soffit and fascias, conservatories, inc. roofs and 3 storey houses.

Fully insured.

Very competitive prices.

t: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors Local solicitors practice specialising in Wills, Probate Advice, Inheritance Tax, updating Wills (Codicils), Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection.

Home Visits and Fixed Fees available.

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

t: 01634 323960 m: 07748 848598 c: Matthew Dighton e: matthewdighton@gmail.com

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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 01732 842339

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 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 Ditton PCSO Sally Doherty 101 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

TRAINS National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50

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Events MONDAYS

9.45am Music and movement for babies and toddlers at Beechwood Hall, Barming.

07901712510 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 after 01622 749002 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – phone Liz Day on 01732 840937.

6-7pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Contact 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. Contact Linda 01622 720847.

7-8pm Weight Watchers, Brassey Centre, Aylesford - Leader Judith 01622 683382 7-8pm Kick Ass Aerobics £6 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 Mondays (3rd excl Aug) 7.30pm Allington Castle W.I. at Palace Wood School (Acorns) Diane 01622 721170.Mini

TUESDAYS 1.15-2pm Mayhem music for 0-1yrs Aylesford Community Centre. 07815 775504 (last) 1-4.30pm Allington Community Indoor Market, St Nicholas Church, Poplar Grove.

(Find us on Facebook).

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

Brassey Cent. Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083 (term time) 9:30-11:30am Aylesford Parent and Toddler Group, Brassey Centre, Aylesford 6-7pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Group Scout Leader on 07812096724 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

WEDNESDAYS

2.30-4pm Over 50s Get Together Club at Allington Baptist Church, 76a London Rd, ME16 0DT. 6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. Group Scout Leader 07812096724 7.30-9.30pm Maidstone Folk Dance Club Tonbridge Rd, Meth. Church 01622 761757 7.30-9.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Aylesford. Pam 07891185983 (4th) 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI in the Brassey Rooms, Station Rd, Aylesford. Eileen 01622 715205.

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

(2nd) 8.30am-1pm Teston Community Market, Teston Village Hall, Church Street, Teston ME18 5AH. (Find us on Facebook) 9-10am & 10.15-11.15am Pre Natal Yoga £7 Heavenly Fitness Tovil. 07711 790101 9.30am-3.30pm Blackthorn Trust, St Andrews Rd, Barming, ME16 9AN Brunch & lunch.

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 10.30am-12pm Art for Health at Blackthorn Trust, St Andrews Rd, Barming ME16 9AN.

THURSDAYS

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

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

SUNDAYS

10.15-12pm Buddha Buddies Baby and Tots Yoga, Adventure Kidz, Aylesford. For info 07801 948969

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

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 Community Centre. Info. Wayne on 01622 710734.

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 - Leader Judith 01622 683382 (3rd) 7pm Wateringbury Flower Club, Nettlestead Village Hall, ME18 5ER. Details 01732 873021 7-9pm Ditton Scouts (10-14 years old) at Ditton Scout HQ. Leader 07812 096724

...ALSO THIS MONTH Saturday 28 January 2-6pm Yoga Pamper Afternoon at KHCH, 70 Gibson Drive, Kings Hill, ME19 4LG. Tickets £5.

Sat 28 January 7pm in the Brassey Rooms Station Road. St Peters & St Pauls Church Aylesford are hosting a fun family evening with a Beetle Drive. This is a chance for some fun time during the dark winter days.

Families are welcome to join us - tickets cost £3 per adult and £1 for children (4-16) and will include a drink and light refreshment during the interval. You are welcome to bring your own alcoholic drink if oyu wish. Tickets are available from Ann Butterworth on 01622 710756 or Aline on 01622 716608/07771 636872 or at the door on the night.

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

FRIDAYS

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

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

11.15-12 Midday Mini mayhem music for 0-1yrs Maidstone YMCA. 07815 775504

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

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

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

(term-time) 1.15-2.45pm Parent & Toddler Group at The Brassey Centre, Station Rd. £1.

01622 717434.

SATURDAYS

(1st) 4.15-6.30pm Messy Church at St Peter & St Pauls, Aylesford. £1 per child Contact Jane 07462 682980 8-9.15pm Medau exercise class at St Pauls Church Hall Boxley Rd, Joan 01634 256891.

Please re-submit your events for the Feb edition by 20th Jan info@thelocaloracle.co.uk