Maidstone March local Oracle

ISSUE 132

DISTRIBUTION 15,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MAIDSTONE

MARCH

2020

News the local

Welcome to the March edition which marks the arrival of Spring at last!

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 April editions are: • Malling 15th March • Maidstone 20th March • Tonbridge 20th March

It might also be worth mentioning that it is Mother’s Day on Sunday 22nd March and you might wish to book a meal out or maybe treat her to a job in the home or garden being done. We have every type of trade required to keep the house running smoothly so why not give one of them a call.

Some advertisers have seasonal offers but all of them are local and have your interests at heart. If you have a particular favourite and a testimonial about their work, please do email into us and we will include it on the website. You will see a number on the website already.

If you are looking for a particular service, all you need to do is go to thelocaloracle.co.uk and input the category you are looking for with your postcode to find the nearest advertiser to you. If there is a category you can’t find then do let us know and we will try and find one!

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

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BUSINESS SERVICES

ENTERPRISE K Sports Cobdown Station Rd, Ditton Aylesford ME20

Garage Estate/Letting Agent Carpet/Flooring Company Cleaner Gardener/Landscaper Sign Writer Florist Solicitor Call Bella on 07710 209282 to book your space!

the complete printing service 01732 870066 print@scarbutts.com www.scarbutts.com St Michaels Close Forstal Road, Aylesford Maidstone, Kent ME20 7BU

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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

A. P. S.

PLUMBING & HEATING PLUMBING

All plumbing jobs: Taps, Showers, Rads, Toilets, Sinks, Leaks, Loft Tanks, Burst Pipes, Cylinders, Saniflo.

01622 430290 or 07581 154499

GAS

New boilers, Servicing/Repair, Cooker, Installations, Gas Fires, Landlord Certificates.

BLOCKED DRAINS

Drain Jetting, Blocked Drains, Sinks, Baths, Showers, Saniflos, Descaling.

CALL 01622 320284 DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

All major credit/debit cards taken.

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DRIVE & PATIO CLEANING SPECIALIST

d h an Was block d . n a res from £75 g pavin tio slabs Pa £45. from

BRAMKO LTD

Gutter Cleanin Repair g & s from £50 * Free camera inspec tion

Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition.

Weed, moss & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces.

Established 15 years FREE Estimate and advice.

Please call Mark Killick 01732 357660 | 07899 894838 mik1969@hotmail.co.uk www.bramko.co.uk

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HOMEFRESH CARPETS (Average) Normal Rate Special Rate Single Room (12’x12’) £ 62 Through Room (12x18’) £ 76 Hall, Stairs & Landing £ 76

£ 31 £ 38 £ 38

UPHOLSTERY 3 Piece Suite Leather 3 Piece Suite

£ 104 £ 166

£ 52 £ 83

CURTAINS Full length Half length

£ 94 £ 62

£ 47 £ 31

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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HOME & GARDEN

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.

01732 525805/6

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

Motorcycle Drawings for the man who has everything!

01474 813434 www.christopher-marshall.co.uk

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

WILLS

LASTING POWERS OF ATTORNEY

PROBATE

Fully Registered Lasting Powers of Attorney from £125 each (plus Court fee).

• Ethical, friendly, family company based in Maidstone.

• Over 10 years’ experience.

• Fully regulated and insured.

• Appointments in your own home or office included in your fixed fee.

• Weekend and evening appointments available.

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

Contact us today to find out more: Telephone: 01622 239766 Mobile: 07825 575826 Email: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk www.islalaw.co.uk Let us put your mind at rest, with no added fuss.

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CBT Therapy ConsuFreltaetion Hypnotherapy Insomnia Sleep Clinic Counselling Dementia Support & Therapy Dementia Needs & Care Assessments Depression & Anxiety Fears & Phobias

Term Short fective Ef Fast &

01732 387 384

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What can we do for you?

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 .

Aylesford Allington Barming Ditton Maidstone Ringlestone

Maidstone EDITION

15k

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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Category the local News p2 CONTACT DETAILS p2 COLOUR ADVERTS WHAT CAN THE LOCAL ORACLE DO FOR YOU? p14 Accountants − TaxAssist Accountants p4 Aerials − The Aerial Man p5 Air Ambulance p3 Artist - Christopher Marshall p10 Bathroom Installations - Bathrooms Solutions - Nightingale Bathrooms p8 Blinds - Penumbria Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p9 Building Services - Paul Tann Ltd - R Blackman Business Networking - BNI Enterprise p4 Business Opportunity - Utility Warehouse Car Body Repairs - Autospray p10 Car Service & Repair - Stevensons Carpentry - RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning - Homefresh p8 Computer Support

- Computer Gurus*

- KES Conservatories - Howard Caine p7 Decorators - Gawaine Sutton - Wayne Burvill Dentist − Identics Dental Surgery p10 Double Glazing - Eden Windows p24 Double Glazing Repairs - DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p9

Electricians - ASD Electrical Services p5 - DAR Electrical Services - LT Security & Electrical Services Fencing - Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation - Tate Fencing p9 Garage Doors − Garage Door Associates - Garolla Roller Shutter Doors p6 Garden Design - Susan Willmott* Garden Landscaping − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Gas & Heating Services - Blaize Services Ltd p5 - FJM Plumbing & Heating Ltd p6 Go Karting - HOKH Go Karting Event p12* Gutter Cleaning - Bramko Ltd p6 Housing Rapport Housing & Care p12* Ironing Service - Extra Hands Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Mental Health - Neuro Precision p12 Offices To Rent - Aylesford Business Centre p4 Oven Cleaners − Oven Angels Plumbers - APS Plumbing & Heating p5 - DL Plumbing Printers - Scarbutts Printers p4 Property Maintenance - Home & Garden* Removals & Storage − Goodfellows Removals & Storage Roofing − DP Roofing - Holland & Holland Roofing Save Money - Utility Warehouse Shutters - Stylehouse Shutters p1

Skincare - Tropic Skip Hire − Haffenden Skip Hire Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p10 Tree Surgery − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p8 Triathlon - Tonbridge Triathlon p13* Will Writing & Estate Planning - Humphrey & Scace p11 - Isla Law p12 Windows - DG Solutions Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows

USEFUL NUMBERS P22 EVENTS P23

* New Adverts

Cut off date for April 2020 is 20th March 2019

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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AIR AMBULANCE

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

Air Ambulance

Nightingale Bathrooms

a: Rochester City Airport, Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent ME5 9SD t: 01634 471900 e: hello@aakss.org.uk www.aakss.org.uk

m: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk

Kent Surrey Sussex Book a free talk about our life-saving work.

Get in touch now to book.

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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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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(See Colour Ad On Page 4) AERIALS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

The Aerial Man

Bathroom Solutions

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

New digital aerials. CCTV Installation Free to view channels.

No subscription fees. ITV2, C5 etc.

Insurance (Storm damage jobs undertaken) Special rates for senior citizens.

No call out charge.

All work and equipment guaranteed.

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

t: 01732 871254 m: 07908 021913 c: David Bartholomew e: bathroomsolutionslarkfield@outlook.com f/b: @Bathroomsolutionslarkfield Complete bathroom installs, supply and design or fit only.

Plumbing, tiling, splash panels, plastering, electrical work.

All types of floors fitted.

No obligation quotes. Over 15 Yrs Exp. Public liability insured.

the local Oracle advertises local businesses, we are based in local offices in Kings Hill, we live in Malling, we use local printers and use local people for distribution.....

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)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

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BUILDING SERVICES

CAR BODY REPAIRS

CARPET CLEANING

Paul Tann Ltd

Autospray Solutions

Homefresh

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.

BUILDING SERVICES

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 10) CAR SERVICE & REPAIR

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

Interior and exterior painting.

Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

(Formerly Kings Hill)

(See Colour Ad On Page 8)

COMPUTER SUPPORT

t: 01892 544199 fb: @computergurusuk t: computergurusuk www.computergurus.co.uk PC and Mac repair service.

Certified experienced engineers.

Phone and tablet repair.

Computer help and advice.

Open 7 days a week until 10pm Approved centre, Service Member and iTechnician with ComputerMEND and PhoneMEND.

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

ENTERPRISE

Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer.

50% discount.

Specialist Fabric Treatment.

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

Computer Gurus

R Blackman General Maintenance

BUSINESS NETWORKING

t: Freephone 0800 6942024

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

COMPUTER SUPPORT

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.

K Sports Cobdown, Station Rd, Ditton, Aylesford ME20 6AU We meet every Thursday morning.

Call Bella to book your place!

07710 209282 (See Colour Ad On Page 4)

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

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

CONSERVATORIES

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

Howard Caine Conservatories

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.

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

(See Colour Ad On Page 7)

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

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

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

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DENTIST

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 10)

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

ELECTRICIANS

Gawaine Sutton

Eden Windows

ASD Electrical Services

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.

This space can be yours from just £27+vat per month and go to 15,000 homes and businesses from Ditton and Aylesford through to Allington, Barming and Maidstone.

DECORATORS

Wayne Burvill

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.

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Gibraltar Farm, Ham Lane, Gillingham, Kent ME7 3JJ t: 01622 805880 www.edenwindows.co.uk Windows and doors Bifolds - Bifolding Doors Conservatories Orangeries Solid Roofs Porches Finance available.

(See Colour Ad On Back Page)

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 5)

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

ELECTRICIANS

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

DAR Electrical Services

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

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED 01732 525805/6

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.

ELECTRICIANS

L.T Security & Electrical Services m: 07971 552 663 c: Lee Terry e: leeterry4@googlemail.com f/b: @LTSecurity-Electrical-Services

Over 35 qualified years in Sec/Elect work in domestic/commercial premises.

All existing Alarm Systems Serviced or Upgraded. Any small Electrical work undertaken, No Call Out charge.

LED Lighting installed (O/S Lights & D/Lights).

Very quick response with a friendly approach. Experienced working for the elderly. Over 17 yrs working locally.

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F-G FENCING

G GARDEN DESIGN

Award-winning garden design, including terraces and courtyards.

Planting design.

Master planning and 3D visualisation.

Free initial consultation.

t: 01622 718340 email: s.willmott@me.com

For more inspiration visit me at: www.susanwillmott.com

FENCING

GARDEN LANDSCAPING

Tate Fencing

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

t: 01732 853134 e: sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk Suppliers of fencing materials.

Visit our Tonbridge depot.

(See Colour Ad On Page 9)

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON

Bramko Ltd

Parkers Fencing & Gate Automation

t: 01732 874487 f: 01732 522359 Mobile: 07787 157618 Contact: Darren Parker www.parkersfencing.co.uk All types of fencing - wooden and metal supplied and erected.

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

Family run business. Free quotes.

Over 18 yrs experience.

Visit our new website.

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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.

Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 3 storeys using Skyvac, accesses above conservatories and extensions. All areas cleaned out.

Free camera inspection and estimate.

From £50.

Drive and patio cleaning.

(See Colour Ad On Page 6)

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GARAGE DOORS

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

HOUSING

Garage Door Associates

Blaize Services Ltd

Rapport Housing & Care

Plumbing, heating and bathrooms.

Meadow View Court Wateringbury Opens Summer 2020

a: Showroom and Head Office 18 Holborough Road, Snodland t: 01732 590085 www.garagedoors4you.co.uk Supply and install all makes and styles of garage door.

Repairs and Spares. Automation DIY advice Awnings Recommended by Kent Trading Standards

m: 07581 154499 c: James e: jtr.plumber72@gmail.com

All major credit/debit cards accepted.

t: 01634 729161 e: sales@rapporthc.co.uk www.rapporthousingandcare.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

One & 2 bed apartments, alongside excellent communal facilities & on site care and support.

(See Colour Ad On Page 12)

GARAGE DOORS

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

IRONING SERVICES

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors

F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd

Extra Hands Ironing & Shirt Laundry

t: 01622 410 425 m: 07537 149 128

Thermally insulated electric garage doors!

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

Made to measure Limited offer; call us today!

Phone lines open 7 days a week.

(See Colour Ad On Page 6)

For an immediate response call James.

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

All Gas Appliances.

(See Colour ad On Page 6)

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

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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

Home & Garden Property Maintenance Services

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.

m: 07538 812565

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Trees lopped & topped, Hedges trimmed, Landscaping, Guttering cleaned - moss removal, Roof repairs, Driveways and jetwashing, and many more jobs.

Free estimates.

MENTAL HEALTH

PLUMBERS

REMOVALS & STORAGE

Neuro Precision

APS Plumbing & Heating

Goodfellows Removals & Storage

t: 01732 387 384 e: neuroprecision@gmail.com www.neuroprecision.co.uk CBT Therapy Hypnotherapy Insomnia Sleep Clinic Couselling Dementia Support & Therapy Short Term Fast & Effective Free Consultation.

(See Colour Ad On Page 12)

t: 01622 320284

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.

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

Household/office removals.

Local professional removal and storage company.

Family owned. Established 20 years.

Please ring for a free quote.

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

OFFICES TO RENT

PLUMBERS

ROOFING

Aylesford Business Centre

DL Plumbing

D. P. Roofing

t: 01732 844746 m: 07792 670141

t: 01622 808103 m: 07517 106711

Affordable offices available.

24 hour secure access.

Plenty of additional storage space available for stock.

Fully furnished if require.

Ideal for small businesses.

Dripping taps fixed New taps fitted Leaks fixed Emersion Heater elements replaced New radiators fitted Overflowing loft tanks fixed Dripping toilet overflow fixed 10% Discount on labour costs for Senior Citizens.

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

PRINTERS

ROOFING

t: 01622 715 730

(See Colour Ad On Page 4)

OVEN CLEANERS

Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd

Oven Angels

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

Now in their 20th year.

Prices from £45. Fully insured.

As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.

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All work guaranteed.

Free quotes.

All areas covered.

Trading Standard Approved.

(See Colour Ad On Page 4)

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

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SOLICITORS

WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

Utility Warehouse

Graham Colley Solicitor

Isla Law Ltd

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Useful Numbers ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY 01892 835498

AGE UK Maidstone

01622 753618 7 Mill Street, Maidstone ME15 6XW

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 01622 729000 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY Maidstone & District 01622 675556 LIBRARY Castle Rd, Allington ME16 0PR 01622 683435 Martin Square, Larkfield 0300 041 3131

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

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

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Events MONDAYS

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

SATURDAYS

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

7.30-9.30pm Meditation and spiritual development group. Pam 07891185983

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

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

(3rd) 7.30pm Allington Castle W.I. at Small Hall, St Nicholas Church, Popular Grove.

Diane 01622 721170.

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

12pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane for beginners.

2.45pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield 1 VH, New Hythe Lane. Easy level. pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, 2 New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715 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 – Sally Payne 01622 720156 (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 (3rd, ex Bank Hols) 7.30 for 7.45 Barming Horticultural Society Village Hall, Heath Road, Guests £2, info Julie 01622 726341.

7-8pm Kick Ass Aerobics £6 at Heavenly Fitness in Tovil Maidstone 07711790101 (1st) 8pm R.N.L.I. meet at Sea Cadets Hall, College Rd, Maidstone. 01622 725435.

TUESDAYS

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

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

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

SUNDAYS

THURSDAYS

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

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

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

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

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

5.15-6.45pm Beavers (6-8yrs) at Ditton Scout HQ, New Rd, Ditton. Ross King 07812 096724 6.15-7.15pm Weight Watchers, St Andrews Church Hall, Barming - Judith 01622 683382 (3rd) 7pm Wateringbury Flower Club, Nettlestead VH, ME18 5ER. 01732 873021

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

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

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

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

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

Brassey Cent. Aylesford. Janet 01622 710083

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

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.

...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.

Friday 20 March 10am - Midday Heart of Kent Hospice, Aylesford ME20 7PU. Volunteer Open Morning.

Saturday 21 March 2.30pm - 4.30pm Maidstone Mencap Jumble & Nearly New Sale at Cobtree Hall ME15 8EB. Good quality second-hand and nearly new clothing, books, DVDs, bric-a-brac, toys and much more.

Donations welcomed. Email: fundraising@ maidstonemencap.org.

Thursday 26 March 2pm to 3:15pm Dementia cafe at Aylesford Secondary School, Teapot Lane, ME20 7JU. Friday 27 March 7.30pm Shake It Up at Delarue Hall, Scotts Project, Tonbridge TN11 9NN Saturday 28 March 7pm Veglan Wine Presentation hosted by The Friends of Aylesford Church at the Brassey Centre Station Road Aylesford. Light refreshments will be available during tbe evening. Tickets in advance only please. To reserve please contact Aline on 07771 636872 or Anita on 07973285738 Tickets £5 each, (£4 for Friends of Aylesford Church)

FRIDAYS

Wednesday 1-4 April Tommy at EM Forster Theatre, Tonbridge. 01732 304241. Lamps. org.uk

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

Thursday 7 May 5.45pm HOKH Karting Event at Buckmore Park (See P12 for details)

WEDNESDAYS

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

Monday 25 May Tonbridge Triathlon. (See Page 13 for details)

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

1-4pm Ditton Indoor Short Mat Bowling Club – Sally Payne 01622 720156

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

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

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

(2nd) 1.30-4pm Retired/Semi-Retired meet at Ditton Community Centre. 01732 844195 6.15-7.45pm Ditton Cubs (8-10 years) at Ditton Scout HQ. 07812 096724

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

Please submit your information for the April edition by 20th March 2020 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk