MAIDSTONE JUNE 2017 LOCAL ORACLE

ISSUE 99

DISTRIBUTION 16,500 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MAIDSTONE

JUNE

2017

News the local

Dear Readers At last after a few weeks of cold and wet weather the sun has finally arrived along with some nice high temperatures too. We have plenty of advertisers to help with the inside and outside of your home ready to enjoy the Summer.

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 July editions are: • S evenoaks 15th June • Malling 15th June • Maidstone 20th June • Tonbridge 20th June thelocaloracle thelocaloracle

You will see all our BUSINESS ADVERTISERS are together, we have a HOME AND GARDEN section and then PERSONAL AND LEISURE. All advertisers have a category box at the back of the publication for quick reference and they can also be found on our website.

There is limited space in the printed advert but some advertisers have added additional information on their webpage including before and after images to show their services, testimonials or a full list of services.

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.

Have a great month.

Anna & Jane

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Traditional Fish and Chips

Family run business Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

Great meals and value for all the family Telephone Orders Welcome 01622 920 247 Family’s Fish Bar Hermitage Walk, 4 Hermitage Lane Maidstone, Kent ME16 9NZ DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

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What can we do for you?

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 ÂŁ10 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

Malling EDITION

16.5k

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

Maidstone EDITION

15k

East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Matfield Paddock Wood Tonbridge Southborough

Tonbridge Edition

13k

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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HOME & GARDEN www.browningrosefinancial.co.uk

Email: info@browningrosefinancial.co.uk or call: 01732 448910

11 Swan Street, West Malling, Kent ME19 6JU

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HOME & GARDEN

‘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

Tel: 01732 883542 or: 01622 871614 MAIDSTONE

F. J . M

PLUMBING & HEATING LTD Plumbing Heating Servicing Installation Breakdown Repairs All Gas Appliances

572667

Fred Masters

Gas Safe Registered Engineer

01622 913007 / 07709 352248 info@fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk www.fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk

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Single Room (12’x12’) £ 52 Through Room (12x18’) £ 66 Hall, Stairs & Landing £ 66

£ 26 £ 33 £ 33

UPHOLSTERY 3 Piece Suite Leather 3 Piece Suite

£ 47 £ 78

£ 94 £ 156

CURTAINS Full length Half length

£ 84 £ 52

£ 42 £ 26

No Hidden Extras All prices inclusive of VAT.

HOME & GARDEN

HOMEFRESH

Hylton Plumbing Services

CARPETS (Average) Normal Rate Special Rate

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

FREE PHONE 0800 6942024 THROUGHOUT THE SOUTH EAST Office Hours: 9am-7pm (Sat 10am-1pm)

50 DISC % OUN T

Specialist Fabric Treatment Stainshield - Deodorising Treatment Anti-Allergy Treatment - Conditioner

Maintenance Plumbing Burst Pipes Hot Water Cylinders Blocked Drains Radiators Leaking Taps New Loft Tanks

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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SOUR ONSE H 24 RESP OUR 1H

TNP

NELSON PLUMBING

PLUMBING - Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks.

All plumbing undertaken.

HEATING - Leaking or blocked radiators and boiler

breakdowns.

GAS - New boilders installed, boilders repaired and serviced.

DRAINAGE - Drain cleaning, jetting and repairs.

Covering Maidstone and surrounding areas.

Plumbing & Heating Specialist

01622 232962

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PERSONAL & LEISURE Gatwick Airport

London City Airport

1-4 Passengers from £45 5-8 Passengers from £70

1-4 Passengers from £55 5-8 Passengers from £75

Heathrow

Stansted Airport (Including Tolls)

1-4 Passengers from £70 5-8 Passengers from £99

1-4 passengers from £78 5-8 Passengers from £99

Premier taxi transfer service for Kent and the South East based in West Malling Airports - Railway Stations - Seaports - Events - Long Distance We can accommodate up to 12 suitcases or equivalent luggage (e.g. golf club or ski’s etc.)

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

Contact: Anna Marshall Tel: 07939 248983

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Category the local News CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADVERTS Accountants − AIMS − TaxAssist Accountants p5 Aerials − Simply Connected − The Aerial Man p6 Air Conditioning - Ace Services p5 Appliance Repair − Appliance Care & Repair Bathrooms - Bathrooms Solutions − Nightingale Bathrooms p8 Blinds − Penumbria Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p9 Building Services − Any Aspect Builders Ltd − Paul Tann Ltd − R Blackman − Sterling Construction Works Ltd p9 Business Opportunity − Forever Living Products - Utility Warehouse Car Body Repairs - Autospray p12 Carpentry − Paul Anthony Interiors p8 − RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning − Homefresh p7 − Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd p7 Chiropody - West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody Cleaner - Private House Cleaner* Computer Support − APC Manpower Computer Services Decorators - Gawaine Sutton* − Parrish Painting & Decorating - Wayne Burvill Dentist − Identics Dental Surgery p13 Double Glazing − Trade Glaze p24 Double Glazing Repairs − DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p9

Driveway & Patio Cleaning - Seton Specialist Cleaning Electricians − ASD Electrical Services p6 - DKB Electrical Services − Domestic & Residential Electrical Services − LT Security & Electrical Services Fencing − Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation - Tate Fencing p10 Fish & Chips - Familys Traditional Fish & Chips p3* Fitness & Wellbeing - Forever Living p13 Food Home Delivery - Larkfield Kebab & Pizza* Garage Doors − Garage Door Associates Garden Landscaping - Jobe Construction − The Landscapers − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Garden Services − V&S Garden Services Gas & Heating Services - Astral Heating & Gas Services − Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating p6 - FJM Plumbing & Heating Ltd p6 Kitchen Splashbacks - UK Splashbacks p10 Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Money Saving - Utility Warehouse p13 Mortgage Adviser - Browning Rose Financial p5 Oven Cleaners − Oven Angels Patios, Drives & Fencing - BJ Construction Pet Services - Leading Paws Plasterer − Wall 2 Wall Plastering Plumbers − Hylton Plumbing Services p7 − TNP Nelson Plumbing p10 Printers Scarbutts Printers

Removals & Storage − Goodfellows Removals & Storage Roofing − DP Roofing Shutters - Stylehouse Shutters p1 Skip Hire − Haffenden Skip Hire Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p13 Sweet Shop − Chocolate Umbrella p12 Taxi - BJ Travel - FlightCatchers Taxi p12 Tree Surgery − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p8 − Qualitree Services Ltd Windows − Trade Glaze p24 − Trade 2 Trade Windows Limited p11 Window Cleaners - Abbi Window Cleaning − All Clean Windows

USEFUL NUMBERS EVENT LISTINGS * New Adverts Cut off date for July 2017 is 20th June 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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 6)

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.

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AIR CONDITIONING

BLINDS

Ace Services

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

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

APPLIANCE REPAIR

BUILDING SERVICES

TaxAssist Accountants

Appliance Care and Repair

Any Aspect Builders Ltd

t: 01622 739749 e: info@aces.uk.com www.aces.uk.com ACE are specialists in the Design, Supply, Installation and Maintenance of Domestic and Commercial Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Heating and Solar Energy Systems in London and the South East.

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

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.

(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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BUILDING SERVICES

CARPET CLEANING

R Blackman General Maintenance

Homefresh

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.

BUILDING SERVICES

Sterling Construction Works Ltd

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 9)

t: Freephone 0800 6942024 Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer.

50% discount.

Specialist Fabric Treatment.

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

C-K

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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 12)

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

Family run carpet cleaning company.

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

NCCA and IICRC Certified.

(See Colour Advert on Page 7)

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

CHIROPODY

Forever Living Products

Paul Anthony Interiors

West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

CLEANER

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

Private House Cleaner

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!

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 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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 8)

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

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.

m: 07887 794566 c: Rita

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.

Experience working in London for many professionals & UK celebrities.

- Regular weekly cleaning - Ironing service - 18 years experience - Trustworthy - References available - Self employed - no agency fees

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DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

APC Manpower Computer services

Wayne Burvill

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

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

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 13)

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)

DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING

DRIVEWAY & PATIO CLEANING

Parrish Painting & Decorating

Trade Glaze

Seton Specialist Cleaning

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.

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)

t: 01622 756017 m: 07443 894580 www.setonspecialistcleaning.co.uk High Pressure Exterior Cleaning Driveways, Patios, Paths, Decking We can pressure clean them all!

Local established company Very competitive prices Free quotations

Want to target specific areas?

We can deliver your leaflets....

From 1,000 to 58,500 Call 01732 525805/6

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ASD Electrical Services

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 6) ELECTRICIANS www.dkbelectricalservices.co.uk

DKB Electrical Services

With 25 years of experience, we provide electrical services to domestic customers throughout Kent, Surrey and London.

01634 323812

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FENCING

Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation

Larkfield Kebab & Pizza

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.

Free estimates | No job too small Competitive prices

Take advantage of our FREE delivery on orders over £12.

Home made kebabs and pizzas made from 100% fresh dough daily.

FENCING

GARAGE DOORS

Tate Fencing

Garage Door Associates

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

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

Suppliers of fencing materials.

Visit our Tonbridge depot.

0800 6343236 07454 040442

a: 48 Martin Square, Larkfield, ME20 6QJ t: 01732 522552 e: larkfieldkebabpizza@gmail.com www.LFKP.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 10)

ELECTRICIANS

FISH & CHIPS

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

Domestic and Residential Electrical Services

Family’s Fish Bar

JOBE Construction

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.

a: Hermitage Walk, Hermitage Lane Maidstone, Kent ME16 9NZ t: 01622 920 247 fb: FamilysFish Traditional fish and chips.

Value meals for all the family.

Breakfast served from 8am - 2pm Telephone orders welcome.

Don’t take our work for it; read our reviews on Facebook.

(See Colour Ad On Page 3)

t: 01732 844842 m: 07866 683569 c: Bernard Jobe

Specialist in block paving.

Patios and paths.

Garden maintenance.

Garden fencing Call for free advice and estimates KCC Registered for drop kerbs.

ELECTRICIANS

FITNESS & WELLBEING

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

L.T Security & Electrical Services

Forever Living Products

The Landscapers

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.

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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 13)

a: Braeburn Way, Kings Hill c: Lee Terry t: 01732 522 788 m: 07971 552 663 e: leeterry4@googlemail.com

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m: 07939 248983 c: Anna Marshall e: info@annaforeverhealthy.co.uk www.annaforeverhealthy.co.uk

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.

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GAS & HEATING SERVICES

LOCKSMITH

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

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.

t: 01622 913007 m: 07709 352248 c: Fred Masters e: info@fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk www.fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk Plumbing, Heating, Servicing Installation, Breakdown, Repairs.

All Gas Appliances.

(See Colour ad On Page 6)

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.

GARDEN SERVICES

KITCHEN SPLASHBACKS

MONEY SAVING

V & S Garden Services

UK Splashbacks

Utility Warehouse

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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Gas ovens and hobs repaired.

Landlords gas safety inspections.

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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.

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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 & 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 – phone Liz Day on 01732 840937.

3-5pm Westborough Bowls Club, at the back of the Pippin Pub off London Road. More info call Rosemary on 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 Weight Watchers, Brassey Centre, Aylesford - Leader Judith 01622 683382 7-8pm Kick Ass Aerobics £6 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 (1st) 8pm R.N.L.I. Maidstone Branch (Lifeboats) in the Sea Cadets Hall, College Rd, Maidstone. John Ashbolt 01622 725435.

(3rd excl Aug) 7.30pm Allington Castle W.I. at Palace Wood School Diane 01622 721170.

TUESDAYS

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. Pam 07891185983 (4th) 7.30pm Aylesford & Eccles WI in the Brassey Rooms, Station Rd, Aylesford. Eileen 01622 715205.

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

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

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

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

Brassey Cent. Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083

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

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

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

Andrea or Trevor on 01795 843331.

11.15-12 Midday Mini mayhem music for 0-1yrs Maidstone YMCA. 07815 775504 11.30-1.30pm Meditation and spiritual development. Aylesford. Pam 07891 185983

10 - 12 Brassey Centre, Aylesford and Ditton Green 12 - 2pm. www.communigrow.org

10.15-11.45am Intermediate at Maidstone Iyengar Yoga Centre, Unit 3, The Broadway.

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

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

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

9.30am-3.30pm Blackthorn Trust, St Andrews Rd, Barming, ME16 9AN Brunch & lunch.

THURSDAYS

10am to midday Cobdown Bowls Club, at K Sports, Station Road, Ditton. Come along and join us for our friendly weekly roll ups - new bowlers welcome. 01622 765928.

WEDNESDAYS

9-10am & 10.15-11.15am Pre Natal Yoga £7 Heavenly Fitness Tovil. 07711 790101

10am-12noon Market at the Brassey Centre, Aylesford. Tea/Coffee. Contact 01622 717598

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

7.45pm-9.15pm, Beginners Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576

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

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

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

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

SATURDAYS

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

10.30am-12pm Art for Health at Blackthorn Trust, St Andrews Rd, Barming ME16 9AN. (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 Saturday 10 June - 1pm Maidstone Mencap Grand Summer Fayre - Cobtree ME15 8EB. All the fun of the fayre, side-shows, children’s games, bbq, CAMRA, tombola, arena events and so much more.

Saturday 10 June from 2-4pm Westborough Bowls Club Open Day. Total beginners to experienced players welcome at Pippin Pub off London Road. Call Rosemary on 01622 727317 or John Stickles on 01622 679524 Saturday 24 June 7.30pm The Friends of Aylesford Church present Proms In The Pews at St Peter & St Pauls Church, Aylesford. Tickets from £10. Children from £4. Under 5s Free. Call 01622 719589 Saturday 30 June 7.30pm Dr Jazz at St Nicholas Church, Poplar Grove, ME16 0DE. Free entry with collection for church funds and Mothers’ Union.

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

Saturday 8 July 7-10pm St Peter & St Pauls Church host Music In The Park in the Walled Garden, Friars, Aylesford. Gates 6pm.

Adults £5, Kids £2 from 01622 716608 or on the gate. Brink picnic, drinks, chairs.

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

Friday 14 July Alfresco Movies Under The Stars. Dirty Dancing at Detling Showground, Maidstone.

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

Friday 4th August Alfresco Movies Under The Stars. Pretty Woman at Kings Hill Sports Park, West Malling.

FRIDAYS

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 & Toddlers Brassey Centre, Station Rd. 01622 717434.

(1st) 4.15-6.30pm Messy Church at St Peter & St Pauls, Aylesford. £1 per child Contact Jane 07462 682980

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

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

Saturday 5th August Alfresco Movies Under The Stars. Top Gun at KH Sports Park.

Saturday 16 September 12noon - 4pm St Peter & St Paul’s Craft Fair at Community Centre, Aylesford. Call Aline 07771 636872.