Maidstone March local Oracle

ISSUE 155

DISTRIBUTION 15,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MAIDSTONE

MARCH

2022

News the local

Dear Readers

Suite 159, 80 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales m: 07912 878830 t: 01732 521494 Anna Artwork/Sales m: 07939 248983 t: 01732 795777 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off dates for advertising in the April editions are: • Maidstone 20th March • Malling 15th March • Tonbridge 20th March

We hope you all kept safe during the recent storms and let’s hope that is the last of extreme weather for a while as we roll into Spring. Should you now be looking at your garden and thinking it needs some attention, then we have some great gardeners and fencing people waiting for your call.

We have a really wide selection of services in the following pages so please do have a flick through. If you need to hint to the other half that it is time for a home/ garden update or something more personal like a beauty treament or hearing aids for example, just leave the page open by their breakfast bowl or pillow; it could work a treat!

If you run a small business yourself and need some advice, then we also have that covered on our business pages.

You can find all editions online www.thelocaloracle.co.uk and we will also be sharing information on our social media pages which can easily be found.... facebook.com/ thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/thelocaloracle and www. linkedin.com/company/the-local-oracle.

Thank you for reading and supporting the local Oracle.

All the best

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Category the local News p2 CONTACT DETAILS p2 WHAT CAN THE LOCAL ORACLE DO FOR YOU? p10 Accountants − TaxAssist Accountants p13 Aerials − The Aerial Man p15 Air Ambulance Bathroom Installations - Bathrooms Solutions - Nightingale Bathrooms p18 Blinds - Penumbra p19 Building Services - M C Construction p18 - Paul Tann Ltd - R Blackman Business Opportunity - Utility Warehouse Car Body Repairs - Autospray p20 Carpentry - RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning - Homefresh p16 Charity - Heart of Kent Hospice p21 Charity Events - Tonbridge Triathlon p20 Community - Community Connectors Computer Support - KES Conservatories - Howard Caine p17 Dentist - Identics Dental p24 Double Glazing Repairs - DG Solutions (Kent) Ltd − SOS Window Works p19 Driveways/Patio Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd p16 Electricians - ASD Electrical Services p15 - DAR Electrical Services

Football Club Partnership - KHFC Business Partnership p20 Garage Doors − Garolla p16 Garden Landscaping - Coe's Landscapes − Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd Gas & Heating Services - Blaize Services Ltd p15 Gutter Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd Handyman - DME Property Services Healthcare/Hearing - Hearing Matters Ltd* Kitchen & Bathroom Splashbacks - UK Splashbacks p3* Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle p13 Locksmith − A Maidstone Locksmith Plasterer - David Terry Plastering Plumbers - Aspects Plumbing p15 - Summers Domestic Plumbers Printers - Scarbutts Printers p13 Roofing - Holland & Holland Roofing - T&A Roofing & Property Maintenance p19 Save Money - Utility Warehouse Solicitors −Graham Colley Solicitors p13 - Laker Legal p11 Tree Surgery − MD Tree Care & Landscaping p18 Website/Marketing/Business Support - FullPivot p11 Will Writing & Estate Planning - Humphrey & Scace p12 - Isla Law Windows - Acorn Glacier p14 - The Window Man p19

Window Cleaners − All Clean Windows

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* New Adverts

Cut off dates: Maidstone: 20th March (Delivery - 2nd week of month) Malling: 20th March (Delivery - 1st week of month) Tonbridge: 20th March (Delivery - 2nd week of month) for the April 2022 edition

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TaxAssist Accountants

t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 13) AERIALS

The Aerial Man t: 01732 883542 01622 871614

(See Colour Ad On Page 15)

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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M C Construction

t: 01732 642611 m: 07841 658821 e: m-c-construction@hotmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18) BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

Bathroom Solutions

Paul Tann Ltd

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.

m: 07873 965231 c: Paul 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.

AIR AMBULANCE

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

Air Ambulance

Nightingale Bathrooms

R Blackman General Maintenance

a: Rochester City Airport, Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent ME5 9SD t: 01634 471900 e: hello@aakss.org.uk www.aakss.org.uk Kent Surrey Sussex Go to our website to find out what we do, how you can fundraise and get involved.

t: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 18) BLINDS

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman040665@gmail.com

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

Interior and exterior painting.

Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

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CARPENTRY

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

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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t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon Exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted.

All types of windows.

Solid & laminate flooring.

All types of carpentry work undertaken.

Over 30 years experience.

CARPET CLEANING

COMMUNITY

t: Freephone: 0800 6942024

t: 03000 422 065 e: community.connectors@kent.gov.uk www.kent.gov.uk/communityconnectors

Homefresh

Community Connectors

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CAR BODY REPAIRS

CHARITY

Autospray Solutions

Heart of Kent Hospice

m: 07773 340049 t: 01622 727263 c: Ben (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

Choose your challenge.

Sign up today! www.hokh.org (See Colour Ad On Page 21) CHARITY EVENT

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01732 795777 or 01732 521494

The Tonbridge Triathlon

Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May www.tonbridgetriathlon.com (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

Championing positive wellbeing for over 65s.

Improve your wellbeing.

Tackle loneliness.

Learn a new skill or participate in a new activity.

Increase self-confidence and selfesteem.

Achieve a better quality of life.

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.

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

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CONSERVATORIES

Howard Caine Conservatories

t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 17) DENTIST

Identics Dental Surgery

a: 1 Odiham Drive, Allington, Maidstone t: 01622 669345 e: info@identicsdentalcare.co.uk www.identicsdentalcare.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Back Page)

CUT OFF DATE

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ASD Electrical Services

t: 01634 624555 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 15)

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

ELECTRICIANS

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

DAR Electrical Services

Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling

G GARDEN LANDSCAPING

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

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: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS TO: Windows, Doors and Conservatories Broken Handles, Hinges, Locks, adjustments, Misted or Cracked Sealed Units, Upgrades, Letter Boxes, Cat Flap Installations.

Free Telephone Advice and Call Out Over 30 years’ experience

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.

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

FOOTBALL CLUB PARTNERSHIP

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

SOS Window Works

KHFC Business Partnership

Blaize Services Ltd

t: 01622 206690 m: 07779 006696 e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

www.kingshillfcpartnership.weebly.com (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

GARAGE DOORS

Bramko Ltd

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

m: 07581 154499 c: James e: jtr.plumber72@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 15)

DRIVEWAYS/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON

m: 07899 894838 t: 01732 357660 c: Mark Killick e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 16)

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

t: 01622 410 076 m: 07537 149 128

(See Colour Ad On Page 16) GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Coe’s Landscapes

t: 07944 442442 c: Tim Coe e: timcoe36@icloud.com www.coelandscapes.co.uk Friendly family company Est.1970 All groundwork, footings & drainage undertaken. Large & small scale work.

Free quotes. We cover all of Kent.

Patios and driveways, fencing decking and screening, walling, steps and gates, water features and planting.

Large and small turfing and levelling.

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DISTRIBUTORS WANTED Call 01732 795777 GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS

Bramko Ltd

Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk NPTC Qualified 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.

Also see my drive and patio cleaning advert on page 16.

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PLUMBERS

DME Property Services

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

Summers Domestic Plumbers

m: 07469 202653 e: dmepropertyservice@gmail.com inst: DME Property We offer a range of both internal and external property maintenance.

Wall and floor tiling.

Internal and external painting.

Wallpaper hanging and stripping.

Skirting and coving.

Patios and paving.

Jet washing & other external cleaning.

We are a small, friendly, reliable business offering competitive rates.

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.

t: 01732 400630 m: 07530 360200 c: Lee Marshall-Summers e: leesumers74@outlook.com Taps, leaks, boilers, heating, cylinders, rads, tanks, ball valves, blocked drains.

Outside taps fitted.

All plumbing jobs.

HEALTHCARE/HEARING

PRINTERS

Hearing Matters Ltd

Scarbutts Printers

a: 26 Kings Hill Avenue, Kings Hill, Kent ME19 4AE t: 01732 494066 m: 07881 881274 c: Samantha Fairchild e: info@hearingmattersltd.co.uk www.hearingmattersltd.co.uk Following a thorough hearing assessment, you can purchase hearing aids and accessories from a wide variety of manufacturers.

We also offer ear wax removal and hearing aid after care.

t: 01732 870066 www.scarbutts.com

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KITCHEN & BATHROOM SPLASHBACKS

PLASTERERS

ROOFING

UK Splashbacks

David Terry Plastering

Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd

t: 01622 727697 www.uksplashbacks.com (See Colour Ad On Page 3)

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t: 01622 661780 m: 07971 919694 e: d-j-terry@hotmail.co.uk www.davidterry-plastering.co.uk All internal plastering.

Plaster over Artex, coving, plaster boarding and re skims.

Painting and decorating.

Free Estimates.

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)

LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION

PLUMBERS

ROOFING

the local Oracle

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T&A Roofing & Property Maintenance

t: 01732 525805/6 e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk From production to distribution.

We can help you reach new customers for your business.

We can distribute from 1,000 up to 46,500 leaflets each month in the area of your choice.

Call to book your space.

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m: 07884 838056

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WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

Graham Colley Solicitor

Isla Law Ltd

t: 01634 838656 www.colley.co.uk/solicitors

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Laker Legal

t: 01622 804474 www.lakerlegal.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 11)

t: 01622 239766 m: 07825 575826 c: Ruth Pannell MA (Cantab) TEP e: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk www.islalaw.co.uk Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney & Probate.

Family business based in Maidstone.

Over 10 years' experience.

Fully regulated and insured.

Contactless appointments available.

We do weekend and evening appoints.

Fair, fixed fees agreed in advance.

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TREE SURGERY

WINDOWS

Utility Warehouse

M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping

Acorn Glacier

Authorised Distributor t: 01732 521494 m: 07912 878830 c: Jane www.save-moneywithme.co.uk I can show you how to make great savings on your household and business utilities.

Ask me for more info or check out my website.

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t: 01634 323960 m: 07748 848598 c: Matthew Dighton e: matthewdighton@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18)

a: Parkwood Ind. Estate, ME15 9YR t: 01732 550054 m: 07860 831791 e: info@acornglassline.co.uk www.acornglassline.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 14) WINDOWS

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The Window Man

m: 07961 442810 e: johnnytheglass@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 19)

WEBSITE/MARKETING/BUSINESS SUPPORT

WINDOW CLEANERS

FullPivot

All Clean Windows

t: 01732 247028 e: dominic@fullpivot.com www.fullpivot.com/dominic (See Colour Ad On Page 11) WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

Humphrey & Scace

t: 01732 252540 www.humphreyandscace.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 12)

t/f: 01622 745179 c: Jean Tandy e: jean.tandy@virginmedia.com 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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15k

Every 1/8, 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 .

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

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

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

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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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

HOME & GARDEN

‘THE AERIAL MAN’

Family business - established 30 years

ASPECTS

PLUMBING & HEATING

Plumbing, Heating, Boilers, Tanks, Cylinders, Showers, Taps and much more.

Call Jamie

01732 671 131

616517

• Full heating installations, system upgrades and maintenance.

• Boiler replacements, breakdowns and servicing.

• Annual gas safety inspections.

• Vented and unvented domestic hot water cylinders.

• General plumbing.

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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

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.

Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition. Weed, moss & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces and repairs.

Established 17 years FREE Estimate and advice.

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

Search Bramko Ltd for 5* reviews

Only £895 for a fully fitted electric door.

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

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The electric Garolla door rolls up vertically taking up only 8 inches inside your garage.

Our expert installers will fit your new door and take away the old one so there’s no mess.

Give us a call today and we’ll come and measure up completely Free.

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M C Construction

t: 01732 642611 m: 07841 658821 m-c-construction@hotmail.com All aspects of building work and property renovations. Bathrooms, kitchens, full house refurbs to extensions and new builds.

Call for a free quote. Fully insured and reliable.

Check out our Instagram page mc__construction

Call 01732 795777 or 01732 521494 to advertise here

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T&A Roofing & Property Maintenance No job too big or too small.

All roofing repairs.

New roofs and flat roofs.

All chimney work.

Guttering, cleaning and repairs.

Moss removal.

Painting, driveways, fencing, brickwork and tree work.

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THE WINDOW MAN Sash cords replaced.

Greenhouses repaired.

Windows supplied.

Mirrors supplied and fitted.

Broken glass repaired & fitted.

New handles supplied & fitted.

Broken double glazed units repaired & fitted.

Lead light & stained glass repaired.

Established 50 years

Call 07961 442810

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Early May Bank Holiday Monday - Tonbridge School Sports Centre

2nd May 2022 New medal!

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Tonbridge Triathlon is an annual event ran by Tonbridge Lions Club. For more information on our charitable events and the causes we support visit www.tonbridgelions.co.uk PERMITTED EVENT ORGANISER 2022

3 Family run business 3 Established 18 years 3 Local advertisers 3 3 editions 3 Leaflet distribution 3 User friendly website 3 46,500 copies distributed monthly 3 Flexible for all your advertising uirequirements.

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We created the business partnership in 2019 and now have members from over 40 organisations.

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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 07562 521403 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 The Brassey Centre, Station Road, Aylesford ME20 7QR 01622 719366 aylesfordchurch@btconnect.com Tonbridge Rd. Methodist Church Halls Tunbridge Rd, Maidstone for hire during daytime. Please contact 07856 291121 for further details.

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 Susan Absolon 07813 712081

RSPCA RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 123 0751 SAMARITANS 48 Grecian Street, Maidstone, ME14 2TS FREEPHONE 116 123 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 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 MONDAY S

2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield 1 VH, New Hythe Lane for beginners.

12.45pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Easy level.

THURSDAYS (4th) 2pm AylesARA, over 50s meet in the Aylesford CC. Andrew Shilitto 01622 719830

2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715

(2nd & 4th) 3.30-5pm Healing Voices at Ditton Community Centre £2 to include a cuppa. Email healingvoiceskent@gmail.com or just turn up. Everyone welcome.

(3rd, ex Bank Hols) 7.15 for 7.30 Barming Horticultural Society. Village Hall, Heath Road, Guests £2, info Julie 01622 726341.

(1st) 2.15-4.15pm Aylesford History Group meet at the Aylesford Community Center. All welcome.

(2nd Ex. B/H) 7.45 Sept - May, Barming History Society.Barming VH, Heath Rd. Contact, Peter 01622 726512

TUESDAYS

(Fortnightly) 7.30pm Tuneless Choir Maidstone. Loose Pavilion, Walnut Tree Lane. maidstone@tunelesschoir.com 8pm West Malling Community Choir at Ditton Community Centre. Please email westmallingcc@hotmail.co.uk

W E DNES D AY S

(2nd) 1.15-4pm DAMARA Retired/ Semi-Retired meet at Ditton Community Centre. 01732 844195

(4th) West Malling Farmers Market in the High Street.

FRIDAYS

8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100.

( Last) 2-4pm Whist Club, small and friendly, meets at Detling Village Hall. All welcome.

7.30pm Group running from Larkfield Leisure Centre. www.larkfieldac.co.uk

SUNDAYS (3rd) Aylesford Farmers Market in the grounds of Aylesford Priory

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SATURDAYS (2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. For info, contact Karin, mketgroup21@gmail.com 9–10am Ballet Company ballet classes to children 3 years+ at Hermitage Park Community Centre, Allington. Leyla Downton 07832 298780

20th March to be included in April 2022 whether they are in person or via zoom. info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

(Alternate) 7.30 - 9.30pm Maidstone Folk Dance Club meets in Tonbridge Rd. Maidstone Methodist Church Hall (Entrance in Bower Mount Rd.) Further details from 01622 761757.

...ALSO THIS MONTH

Sunday 6 March Maidstone Road Run 2022 www.hokh.org Saturday 5 and 19 March, 9am–12 noon Spadework Sheds, Teston Road, Offham, Kent ME19 5NA Tel. 01732 870002. A unique network of spaces where people can come together to learn new skills, teach new skills to others, make friends and above all have fun.

Monday 7 March 2.30pm–4.30pm (and first Monday of each month) Dementia Café at Spadework, Teston Road, Offham ME19 5NA Tel. 01732 870002 Tuesday 8 March 8pm Out of Bounds Comedy @ The Old Rectory, Leybourne. Tickets £10.from www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 07976 637804.

Tuesday 15 March 8pm Out of Bounds Comedy @ The Moat, Wrotham. Starring Paul Tonkinson. Tickets available at £10.00 from www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 07976 637804.

Friday 25 March 8.30pm Out of Bounds Comedy @ The Wheatsheaf, West Malling. Starring Steve Gribbin. Tickets available at £15 www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 07976 637804.

Monday 2nd May Tonbridge Triathlon (See Page 29 for details).

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