MAIDSTONE MAY 18 LOCAL ORACLE

ISSUE 110

DISTRIBUTION 15,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MAIDSTONE

MAY

2018

News the local

Dear Readers Welcome to our May edition which seems to have arrived very quickly this year! Holiday season is now rapidly approaching and we have some great new advertisers to assist you around the home or improve your body ready for the beach!

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 June editions are: • Malling 15th May • Maidstone 20th May • Tonbridge 20th May

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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 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

To see the online version of the local Oracle, advertisers and local events go to......

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BUSINESS SERVICES

‘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

01622 320284

Ascot Plumbing & Heating

Leaking Taps, Toilets, Radiators Blocked Sinks and Drains HOME & GARDEN

Boiler Repairs, Servicing and Replacements Central Heating Repairs and Servicing All Aspects of Plumbing and Heating Work DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

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What can we do for you?

Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone

Maidstone EDITION

15k

We now have 3 editions with a distribution totalling 46,500 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 46,500 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target .

Malling EDITION

16.5k

Addington | Birling | East Malling Halling | Holborough | Kings Hill Larkfield | Leybourne Leybourne Lakes | Mereworth Offham | Ryarsh | Snodland Trottiscliffe | Wateringbury West Malling

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.

East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Matfield Paddock Wood Tonbridge

Tonbridge EDITION

15k

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

Anna & Jane

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

£295+vat

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

£550+vat

Give us a call or drop us an email.

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DELUXE Carpet Cleaning

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Quick Drying Stain & Mark Removal Dust Mites Treatment Stain Protection *Stain Guard Shield *ActiGuard Allergy Shield

Get rid of: Bacteria, Fungal Mould and House Dust Mites associated with:

Allergies, Eczema, Coughs, Respiratory problems, Watery eyes..

Fully Qualified and Safe

Full price lists available online

07931 916 783 01732 887 091

Email: deluxecarpetcleaninguk@googlemail.com www.deluxecarpetcleaning.co.uk

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

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NELSON PLUMBING

NELSON PLUMBING & HEATING

TNP

NELSON PLUMBING

FAMILY RUN BUSINESS

PLUMBING

Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks.

All plumbing undertaken.

DRAINAGE

Drain cleaning, jetting and repairs.

HEATING

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

GAS

New boilers installed, oil boilers repaired and serviced.

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

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

Motorcycle Drawings for the man who has everything!

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

MISSING CAT - REWARD Wedding Dress and Bridal Wear Cleaning Specialists

JASPER

LAST SEEN IN WATERINGBURY ON 6TH MARCH 2018 Creamy-beige long haired with brown tail and ears.

Tabby face and legs, white paws and blue eyes.

Neutered and microchipped.

(Any vet will scan for FREE to confirm ownership)

Ironing, laundry & free collection/delivery Maidstone area: 01622 870111 Ashford/Canterbury area: 01233 779009 Tunbridge Wells area: 01892 575222

www.iron-maids.co.uk

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IF YOU SEE HIM PLEASE TRY TO TAKE A PHOTO AND PLEASE CALL 24hrs 7 days ANIMAL SEARCH UK ON 0800 4 320 340 QUOTE REF: ALP 344565 @AnimalSearchUK - Retweet #findJasper Visit & share Facebook.com/AnimalSearchUK WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK

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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 p12 Bathrooms - Bathrooms Solutions − Nightingale Bathrooms p9 Beauty Salon - Beautica* Blinds − Penumbria Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p9 Building Services − Any Aspect Builders Ltd − Paul Tann Ltd − R Blackman Business Opportunity - Utility Warehouse Car Body Repairs - Autospray p12 Carpentry − Paul Anthony Interiors − RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning - Deluxe Carpet Cleaning p6 - GLC Services − Homefresh p8 Cleaning - Broomstick Cleaning Services p5 - Cinderella Dustbusters p5 Cleaning & Gardening - Dazzling Cleaning Services p6 Computer Support − APC Manpower Computer Services - Kent Electronic Services Conservatories - Howard Caine p7 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 p11 Electricians - Andy Payne − ASD Electrical Services p3 - R Edmonds Electrical p9* − The Small Job Electrical Company Fencing − Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation - Tate Fencing p11 Footcare - AW Footcare p12 Garage Doors − Garage Door Associates Garden Landscaping − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Garden Services − V&S Garden Services Gas & Heating Services − Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating p5 - FJM Plumbing & Heating Ltd p6 Hypnotherapy - Buzzing Minds Ironing Services - Iron Maids p13* Kitchen Splashbacks - UK Splashbacks p11 Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle p5 Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Missing Cat - Jasper P13* Money Saving - Utility Warehouse Oven Cleaners − Oven Angels Pet Services - Fur Babies At Home Plasterer − Wall 2 Wall Plastering Plumbers - Ascot Plumbing & Heating p3 - DL Plumbing − Nelson Plumbing p8

Pressure Cleaning - Seton Specialist Cleaning Removals & Storage − Goodfellows Removals & Storage Roofing − DP Roofing - Holland & Holland Roofing Shirts & Menswear - Camicie p12 Shutters - Stylehouse Shutters p1 Skip Hire − Haffenden Skip Hire Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p13 Tree Surgery - Acacia Tree Care − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p8 Will Writing & Estate Planning - Humphrey & Scace p14 Windows - DG Solutions - Trade 2 Trade p10 − Trade Glaze p24 Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows

EVENT LISTINGS * New Adverts Cut off date for June 2018 is 20th May 2018 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 | Tonbridge

ALL ADVERTS ARE PLACED IN GOOD FAITH AND THE LOCAL ORACLE TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY ISSUES ARISING FROM THE USE OF SUPPLIERS WHO HAVE ADVERTISED. DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

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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.

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BEAUTY SALON

APPLIANCE REPAIR

Appliance Care and Repair

caroline@beautica.me www.beautica.me 07590 034338

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.

•Lash lifting inc tinting •All Waxing-hot & warm wax •Pedicures/manicures •Extensions Acrylic/builder gel •Gel bottle/gelish hands & feet •Gelish dip nails (acrylic dip) •Nouvatan Spray tanning •Eyebrow shaping & tinting •Callus peel hard skin removal

ACCOUNTANTS

ARTIST

BLINDS

TaxAssist Accountants

Christopher Marshall

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control 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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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.

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AERIALS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

Simply Connected

Bathroom Solutions

Any Aspect Builders Ltd

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

FREE Surveys, Fully Insured, Over 15 Years Experience.

Complete bathroom installs, supply and design.

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

Free estimates.

Public liability insured.

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

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

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

Over 20 years experience.

Fully Insured.

Free Quotes.

CHAS approved.

Reference Available.

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BUILDING SERVICES

CARPET CLEANING

Paul Tann Ltd

Deluxe Carpet Cleaning

t: 01732 842863 m: 07956 313287 or 07834 810453 c: Paul Tann e: paultannltd@btinternet.com www.paultann.co.uk Specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving.

Fully insured.

All work guaranteed.

Established over 20 years.

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t: 01732 887 091 m: 07931 916 783 e:deluxecarpetcleaninguk@googlemail.com www.deluxecarpetcleaning.co.uk Carpet, mattress & upholstery cleaning.

Quick Drying.

Stain and Marks Removal.

Dust Mites Treatment Stain Protection.

(See Colour Ad On Page 6)

BUILDING SERVICES

CAR BODY REPAIRS

CARPET CLEANING

R Blackman General Maintenance

Autospray Solutions

GLC Services

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.

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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t: 01634 711036 Freephone: 0800 1114058 e: info@glc-es.co.uk www.glc-es.co.uk Carpet cleaning, hard floor cleaning, outdoor surface cleaning (decking, patios, driveways), fasciae, soffits & cladding cleaning. ‘We will price match any like for like quote using a truck mount machine for carpet cleaning! Call now for FREE Quote.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

CARPET CLEANING

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

Paul Anthony Interiors

Homefresh

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

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805\6

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.

t: Freephone 0800 6942024 Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer.

50% discount.

Specialist Fabric Treatment.

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

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CARPENTRY

CLEANING

RED Carpentry

Broomsticks Domestic Cleaning Services

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

Laundry and Ironing too.

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CONSERVATORIES

DENTIST

Cinderella Dust Busters Ltd

Howard Caine Conservatories

Identics Dental Surgery

New Conservatories, Refurbishment, Windows/Doors Check us out at Checkatrade.com Fully registered with FENSA Customer References Available.

(See Colour Ad On Page 7)

Local dental practice now open.

Affordable monthly payment plans.

Relaxed comfortable environment.

Call or pop in for more information

CLEANING & GARDENING

DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING

Dazzling Cleaning Services

Gawaine Sutton

Trade Glaze

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

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

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

t: 01732 874119 m: 07545 784581 e: info@dazzlingclean.co.uk www.dazzlingclean.co.uk Look no further help is at hand!

Domestic cleaning, ironing and garden tidying service available.

Weekly, fortnightly, monthly and one off deep cleans.

Reliable family business, fully insured.

(See Colour Ad On Page 6)

t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk

a: 1 Odiham Drive, Allington, Maidstone, Kent t: 01622 669345 e: info@identicsdentalcare.co.uk www.identicsdentalcare.co.uk

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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

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.

Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories.

Top quality products with top quality service.

(See Colour Ad On Back Page)

COMPUTER SUPPORT

DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

APC Manpower Computer Services

Parrish Painting & Decorating

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

VIRUS Removal Specialist Broadband WIFI issues SLOW Unresponsive PC PC Dead / Windows Issue IPAD Tuition & Setup New PC setup Printer & Email issues Fixed

For all your decorating needs.

A friendly, reliable service at competitive rates.

Qualified and fully insured.

Call for a free, no obligation quote.

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

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

COMPUTER SUPPORT

DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

Wayne Burvill

SOS Window Works

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

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.

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

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

t: 01732 847335 m: 07989 370722 e: wayneburvill@hotmail.com fb: wayneburvill1972

e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com

All aspects of painting & decorating undertaken as well as general DIY and property maintenance.

Professional, tidy and insured.

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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E-G ELECTRICIANS

The Small Job Electrical Company

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805\6

FENCING

GARAGE DOORS

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

NAPIT Approved No Call out charge.

Free, friendly and honest advice.

No hidden extras.

Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation

Andy Payne Electrical

t: 01732 843661 m: 07830 456928 e: ryarshelectrical@gmail.com Domestic and Commercial Part P Qualified and registered with Napit.

City and Guilds 2330. 2365 Level 3 2391 Inspection and Testing 2382 BS7671 17th Edition.

Full rewires and new fuse boards.

Periodic/Landlords Inspections.

Also new lights, sockets, power into shed’s and gardens.

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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.

Garage Door Associates

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 Suppliers of fencing materials.

Visit our Tonbridge depot.

(See Colour Ad On Page 11)

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.

ELECTRICIANS

FOOTCARE

GARDEN SERVICES

RF Edmonds Electrical

AW Foot Healthcare

V & S Garden Services

Registered foot healthcare practitioner for all your routine and continued foot health treatments in the comfort of your own home.

Comprehensive range of garden services.

One off or full regular maintenance.

Complete year round lawn care.

Professional licensed weed control.

Hourly rates.

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

Commercial & Domestic electrician.

Rewires. Replacement fuseboards.

Testing & Inspection. Fault finding.

Landlord’s certificates.

Extra sockets/lights.

Outside lights. Smoke detectors.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9)

m: 07734 655 287 c: Adam Williams MCFHP MAFHP awfoothealthcare@gmail.com

Call or email Adam to arrange an appointment.

(See Colour Ad On Page 12)

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

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LOCKSMITH

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

BUZZING MINDS m: 07376 290943 c: Michael Wright Control Practitioner/Hypnotherapist e: buzzingminds1@gmail.com Let’s Change Habits, Phobias & Fears.

Anxiety, stop smoking, weight issues, goal settings, sexual issues, depression, memory and much more.

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

IRONING SERVICES

MISSING CAT

Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating

Iron maids

Animal Search UK

Premier ironing, laundry, wet care and dry cleaning service.

Free collectiona and delivery.

Shirt service.

Wash & fold service £3.35 per Kg Fully dry cleaning, wet cleaning and repair service.

Missing Cat - Jasper If you see him please try to take a photo and call 24hrs/7days: Animal Search UK and please quote Reference: ALP 344565

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.

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

t: 0800 4 320 340 @animalsearchUK

t: 01622 870111 www.iron-maids.co.uk

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GAS & HEATING SERVICES

KITCHEN SPLASHBACKS

MONEY SAVING

F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd

UK Splashbacks

Utility Warehouse

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t: 01892 514552 m: 07901 857608 www.ovenangels.co.uk

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PRESSURE CLEANING

Ascot Plumbing & Heating

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t: 01622 320284

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07939 248983 anna@furbabiesathome.co.uk Going away on holiday?

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We will take the stress away from both you and your fur babies.

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.

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

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PLUMBERS

REMOVALS & STORAGE

DL Plumbing

Goodfellows Removals & Storage

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

Household/office removals.

Local professional removal and storage company.

Family owned. Established 20 years.

Please ring for a free quote.

t: 01732 844746 m: 07792 670141

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

Complete bathrooms fitted including design & tiling if required.

PLASTERER

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ROOFING

Wall 2 Wall Plastering

Nelson Plumbing

D. P. Roofing

t: 01622 232962

t: 01622 808103 m: 07517 106711

Plumbing - all plumbing undertaken.

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

Drainage - cleaning, jetting & repairs.

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

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.

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Friendly & tidy service.

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If you have lost or found a pet, this charity will do all they can to help you.

F/B:Animals Lost and Found in Kent Ltd www.animalslostandfoundinkent.co.uk

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SOLICITORS

WINDOWS

Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd

Graham Colley Solicitor

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

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

Members of the Confederation of Roofing Contractors. (CORC)

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.

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t: 01732 845104 m: 07812 344740 www.acaciatreecare.co.uk

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Free mainland delivery CAMI05E

Tree work, Hedging, stumpgrinding, hard and soft landscaping, fencing and garden clear ups.

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Free consultation and written quotations

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SHUTTERS

TREE SURGERY

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Stylehouse Shutters

M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping

Trade Glaze

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

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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.

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t/f: 01622 745179 c: Jean Tandy e: jean.tandy@talktalk.net 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.

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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.

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.

10am-11.15am, Over 60’s Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.

(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.

1.30-2.30pm Medau Classes at Wateringbury VH, ME18 5NU. 1st Class foc £5. 01622 749002

THURSDAYS

9.45am Music & movement, babies & toddlers, Beechwood Hall, Barming. 07901 712510

1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – Graham Jackson 01732 843336.

(May–Sep) 3-5pm Westborough Bowls Club, London Road, Allington, behind The Pippin pub. Contact Steve 01622 725650 6-7pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724 6.30-8pm Intermediate Yoga, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 8pm-9.15pm Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576 (1st, ex Bank hols) 7 for 7.30pm Barming WI, Village Hall, Heath Road. Mrs. Fiona Plant fplant@mail.com

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

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

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

TUESDAYS

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

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

WEDNESDAYS 10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Maidstone YMCA. 07815 775504 11.30-1.30pm Meditation and spiritual development. Aylesford. Pam 07891 185983 (2nd) 1.30-4pm Retired/Semi-Retired meet at Ditton Community Centre. 01732 844195 2.30-4pm Over 50s Get Together Club at Allington Baptist Church, 76a London Rd, 6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. 07812 096724 7.30-9.30pm Maidstone Folk Dance Club Tonbridge Rd, Meth. Church 01622 761757

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

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

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

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

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

(1st) 8pm R.N.L.I. meet at Sea Cadets Hall, College Rd, Maidstone. 01622 725435.

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

Brassey Cent. Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083

10am Musical Bumps The Old School Hall, Lower Rd, East Farleigh, ME15 0JL

10am-11.15am, Beginners Pilates, Capel Morris Centre, RBLI, Aylesford, 01622 715576.

7-8pm Kick Ass Aerobics £6 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101

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

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

10.15-12pm Buddha Buddies Baby & Tots Yoga, Adventure Kidz, Aylesford 07801948969

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

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

SATURDAYS

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.

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

Saturday 12 May, 2.30pm Maidstone Mencap Plants, Books & Cakes Sale, , Cobtree Hall, Willington St, ME15 8EB Contact: Lesley 01622 892433 Saturday 12 May 12-3pm Dandelion Time May Fair at Elmscroft, West Farleigh, ME15 0NY. Great for all the family.

Saturday 19 May 7.30 pm Maidstone Symphony Orchestra Concert at Mote Hall, Maidstone Leisure Centre, ME15 7RN. Tickets: £26, £21, £12. Students £5, 18s and under FREE! 07817 429143. 6.40 – 7.10 pm.

Pre concert talk presented by Steve Migden.

Saturday 26 May 9.30am-3.30pm Grand Stamp Fair in East Malling Village Hall, New Rd, East Malling, ME19 6DD. Free parking.

Sunday 27 May Noon to 4pm The Twitch Heritage Centre, Douce’s Manor, St. Leonard’s Street. Contact Barbara Earl on 01732 847678.

FRIDAYS 10am St Nicholas Church Hall, Allington musical fun for babies/toddlers 07901 712510 10-11am Music Mayhem childrens music 0-5yrs Aylesford CC. 07815 775504 1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – come and try, if you like it you can join.

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

Please submit your information for the June edition by 20th May 2018 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk