Welcome to the November edition with a reminder that 9th November is Remembrance Sunday and there will be many local services to support. It’s the time to remember those who have given their lives in service to their country.
With most high streets struggling at the moment, a huge amount of work is going on behind the scenes to bring you the West Malling Christmas Festival again this year. A crowd funding page has been set up to ensure it’s success and support for local charities. You can donate by using this link. https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/wmchristmasfundraiser
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BUILDING SERVICES
Paul Tann Ltd
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Over 30 years experience.
CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING
Homefresh
t: Freephone: 0800 6942024
(See Colour Ad On Page 18)
CHARITY
Heart Of Kent Hospice
t: 01622 792220
e: enquiries@hokh.co.uk
www.hokh.org
CHARITY
West Kent Mind
Mental Elf Festive Fun Run Saturday 6 December 12pm
(See Colour Ad On Page 24)
CHARITY
Royal British Legion Industries
t: 01622 795986
e: fundraising@rbli.co.uk
www.rbli.co.uk
CLEANING SERVICES
Gleaming Cleaning
m: 07486 860647 or 07769 996921
c: Terri
Always busy? No time for cleaning? Ovens NEED to be deep cleaned! Ironing pile getting bigger? Garden that never stops growing? Hoovering & dusting getting you down? Call us to leave your house gleaming! Need any painting or decorating? No job too BIG or too SMALL! For a professional 1-2-1 service with A Smile. Free quotation 1st clean 10% Off
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COMPUTER SUPPORT
Home Computer Help
t: 01732 220467
m: 07966 825265
c: Rob
e: hchelp194@gmail.com
Experienced IT Professional providing an in-home service.
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Fixed prices - no hourly rates.
COMPUTER SUPPORT
Keeping IT Simple
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e: dan@kisIT.co.uk www.kisit.co.uk
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CONSERVATORIES
Howard Caine Conservatories
t/f: 01732 321050
m: 07798 867393
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COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY
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DECORATORS
Decorating & Design by Lucy-Anne
m: 07877 698948
e: lucyannesdecorating@hotmail.com
Fully qualified female decorator with over 20 years experience.
Interior painting, decorating, wallpapering and colour consultations. Virtually dust free sanding system. High quality work at competitive prices. Tidy, reliable service. Contact for FREE advice and quote. References available.
DECORATORS
Impact Decoration
t: 01732 873726
m: 07882 597433
c: Sam Gregory
e: info@impact-decoration.co.uk
www.impact-decoration.co.uk
Kings Hill based, polite and tidy. Internal and External decoration. City and Guilds qualified. Dulux Select Approved Decorator. Fully insured. Domestic & Commercial clients.Virtually dust free sanding. Paper hanging.
DECORATORS
JP’s Decorating
m: 07956 874044 or 07944 126353
c: Phil
e: jpcookies4@yahoo.co.uk
For all your interior and exterior painting, no job too small. All quotes guaranteed to beat the rest. I have many years experience. Kings Hill based. Domestic/Commercial & insurance. (References available on request)
DECORATORS
Mark Standen Decorating Services
t: 01622 721428
m: 07845 744911
(See Colour Ad On Page 18)
DECORATORS
Rathbone Decorating Services
t: 01622 721491
m: 07753 487796
c: Robert
(See Colour Ad On Page 22)
DECORATORS
Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists
a: 1 Hawkridge Grove, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4JB t/f: 01732 873754
m: 07971 542609/07824 887677
e: m.roast@gmail.com
Interior and Exterior Decoration
Plastering, Wood repair-care trained (ideal for rotten joinery) Carpentry Wallpapering, Coving, Tiling. City & Guilds Approved, 18 yrs exp. Insurance & Commercial work. References on request.
DOUBLE
GLAZING REPAIRS
DG Solutions (Kent) Limited
Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691
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.
Vaillant Boiler Specialist. Servicing, repairs and systems upgrades. Fully insured.
40 years knowledge and experience.
GATES
CPS Ltd
t: 01622 202577
m: 07813 925125
e: sales@cpskent.com
www.cpskent.co.uk
Gate automation, gate repairs, installation and maintenance.. Electric gate manufacture.
Remote garden lighting. Call/door entry systems and CCTV.
GUTTER CLEANING
Ben’s Gutters LTD
t: 0800 233 5223
m: 07435 519915
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GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS
Bramko Ltd
m: 07899 894838
t: 01732 357660
c: Mark Killick
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(See Colour Ad On Page 18)
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Domestic Property Maintenance
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Painting & Decorating - Wallpapering
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Estate Agent Approved. No Job Too Small. Free Estimates & Friendly Advice Full Public Liability Insurance. Call Bob on 07726 525633 or email insideoutproperties@hotmail.co.uk
HEALTHCARE/HEARING
Hearing Matters Ltd
a: 26 Kings Hill Avenue, ME19 4AE
We provide a full range of professional tree care and garden services to keep your outdoor spaces safe, healthy, and looking their best. Whether it’s regular maintenance or a one-off job, we have the expertise, equipment, and experience to deliver outstanding results.
24 Hour Emergency Service. No call out charge. Free estimates. Gain entry.
All locks repaired, replaced or upgraded.
UPVC windows and doors repaired. Misted units replaced.
MOBILE PHONE & TABLET REPAIR
Get It Repaired
a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill
ME19 4YU t: 01732 525818
www.getitrepaired.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Back Page)
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OVEN CLEANERS
Oven Wizards
t: 01622 616168
m: 07751 833305
www.ovenwizards.com
Your oven, hob and extractor will sparkle like new! Our non-toxic process uses in-van cleaning tanks, no caustics in your home, makes no smell or mess, leaves your oven gleaming and ready to use straightaway. Prices from £65. Established in 2006, used and trusted by 1000’s of local clients. Take a look at our website to see reviews from local customers.
We cover all heating and gas works. New Boiler installation. Service & repair Landlord safety checks. Heating controls. Wireless controls. Hive, nest, Honeywell. Unvented cylinders. Service & repair Gas cookers and hobs. New gas runs.
Fully insured Domestic & Commerical moves without the stress. Over 175 Five star reviews. Vetted by Checkatrade. Removals, storage, packing, clearances, man and van services. Competitive quotes.
ROOFING
Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd
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)
ROOFING
William Kent & Sons Roofing
t: 01732 824059
m: 07778 586865
All roof work undertaken: roofing repairs, renewals, flat roofs, new roofs, lead work, slate, tiles & chimneys. UVPC fascias & soffits & guttering. Lofts insulated fitted. All exterior decorating. All work guaranteed. No job too small. Free quotation. Family run business. Registered waste carrier.
SCRAP METAL CLEARANCE
TLC Scrap Metal
t: 07804 057096
c: Tom Calvert
Man with flat-bed truck available for free metal collection. Clearance work undertaken 90% of rubbish recycled. Fully licensed to remove and transport scrap and rubbish.
NPTC qualified and fully insured. All aspects of tree, hedge and stump grinding work carried out. We are a local friendly business. We offer a professional service from start to finish. All our quotes are free.
TREE SURGERY
M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping
t: 01634 323960
m: 07748 848598
c: Matthew Dighton
e: matthewdighton@gmail.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 21)
UPHOLSTERY
Interior Decor
t: 01732 870455
m: 07941 155908
e: interiordecor@hotmail.co.uk
Upholstery recovered and repaired
Tailormade Loose covers
Cushion interior replacement service
Fabrics supplied
Local Reliable Service
Over 35 Years Experience City and Guilds Qualified
WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING
Humphrey & Scace
t: 01732 252540
e: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk
www.humphreyandscace.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 13)
Seaplane House, Sir Thomas Longley Road, Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4DP
Come and meet other local businesses in ME19 with the opportunity to join our business group, working with the community.
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Cleaning system prevents costly
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• Accesses above restricted areas such as conservatories, extensions, valley/box gutters, garages and small spaces.
• ALL GUTTER REPAIRS.
• Independently established over 20 years serving Kent
Conservatory too Hot in the Summer? or too Cold in the Winter?
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Go green and make your existing windows more energy efficient with less heat loss and lower heating bills.
We also specialise in the following
* New Conservatories
* Refurbishment
* Window/Doors
* Overhauls
* Soffits/Facia
* Misted / broken units
* Guttering
* Handles/Hinges
* Fensa Registered
* Fully insured
* Garage Doors
• All aspects of plumbing works (leaks, tap replacements)
• Bathroom Installations
• Boiler Installations
• Boiler Breakdowns
• Boiler Services
• Gas Safety Checks
• Drain Jetting (Blocked Drains)
• Drainge CCTV surveys
• Gutter Repairs
• Chlorination and water hygiene works.
• Mastic Works
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4 guests
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Pets welcome
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Useful local phone numbers
• Alzheimer’s Society 01892 835498
• Citizens Advice 0808 278 7810
• Multiple Sclerosis Society - SE Kent Branch 08453 970543
• St James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912
• St Katherine’s School, St Katherine’s Lane, Snodland, Kent ME6 5EJ 01634 240061
• The Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995
• Trottiscliffe C of E Primary School, School Lane, Trottiscliffe 01732 822803
• West Malling C of E Primary School, Norman Road, West Malling 01732 842061
TRAINS
• National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50
Events
MONDAYS
10-11.15am Adult Elementary BalletAddington Village Hall
10-4 (& Wed) The Welcome Hub, The Sycamore Tree Centre Larkfield. Coffee and chat.
11.15-12.30 Adult Improvers Ballet - Addington Village Hall
12-2pm Community Cosy Club at Kings Hill Community Centre. Free of change.
12pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane for beginners.
1pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Easy level.
1-3.30pm Ditton Short Mat Indoor Bowls Club at Ditton Community Centre, ME20 6AH.
2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715
(2nd) 2-4pm Mothers’ Union meets at St. Mary’s Church, West Malling. 01732 843964
3.15-4.45pm After School Club at The East Malling Centre
7.30pm Kings Hill Rotary Club. Contact to find out more. khrc09@yahoo.com
7.30pm Kings Hill Soul Choir at Kings Hill Community Centre.
(3rd) 8pm Malling Lions meet at The Wealden Hall 773 London Road Larkfield, ME20 6DE
TUESDAYS
9.30am Musical Bumps at KHCC for children 2 years+ 10.15am for Crawlers and Toddlers
10-11am Ballet Workout - Addington Village Hall
10-12.30pm Citizens Advice at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way. ME19 6BN
1.30-4pm Short Mat Bowls Lcub, Capel Morris Hall, Royal British Legion Village.
2-3.30pm Sycamore Tree Craft Group at Larkfield Methodist Church Sylvia 01634 245767
TUESDAYS Cont.....
7pm Malling Rotary Club. Contact for more info: www.malling-rotary.org.uk
7-15 - 9-45pm Short Mat Bowls at Ryarsh VH
7.15 - 8.45pm WM Community Choir More Park Catholic School. westmallingcc@hotmail.co.uk
7.30pm Group running from Larkfield Leisure Centre. All welcome. www.larkfieldac.co.uk
(2nd) 7.30pm Malling Stamp Club at The Clout Memorial Hall, High Street, WM. 01474 394808
7.45-10pm Malling Photographic Society, West Malling Village Hall (Sept-April)
WEDNESDAYS
9.15am Musical Bumps at KHCC for 2 years+, 10am Crawlers & Toddlers & 10.45am babies (2nd) 1-4pm DamARA Active Retirement Club. Ditton Community Centre. Tel: 07871 335315
1.30-4pm Aylesford Short Mat Bowls Club. Aylesford Village CC. Call Ted 07913 914851
1.30-3pm (term time) Little Larks for babies, Toddlers & preschoolers Larkfield Methodist CH (3rd) 7.45pm Wateringbury Flower Club at East Malling Institute Hall ME19 6DD. £7
8.30-9.30pm DanceFit with Lucy at Leybourne Village Hall. hello@Lrsd.co.uk
THURSDAYS
9.30am Musical Bumps at Leybourne Chase Sports Pavilion 1-4yr olds. 10.15am for babies (1st & 3rd) 10am-12pm The Hub from St Gabriel’s Kings Hill at Cricket Pavilion £1 (2nd) 11am to 12 noon. The Arts Society host Lectures at Ryarsh VH. Guests welcome (1st & 3rd) 12.30-2.30pm Silver Lunch Club at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way. (2nd) 2pm Leybourne Active Retirement Assoc. meet at Leybourne VHl. Linda 01732 522437 (1st&3rd) 2-3.45pm Over 60s Get together Allington Baptist Church, 76A London Rd, ME16
...ALSO THIS MONTH
THURSDAYS Cont.....
(3rd) 2-4pm Kings Hill Active Retirement Assoc. meet at KHCC. Call Richard on 01732 845717
(3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield WI at Church Farm, New Hythe Lane. 07926 088214
(Last) 8-10pm Malling Art Club, Offham VHVisitors welcome. Jackiehart011@gmail.com
8.30-10.00pm Hartley Morris Men practice at Wrotham. Call 07983 107934
8pm-10pm Kits Coty Morris Dancers. Institute Hall, Forge Lane, East Farliegh, 01622 717658
FRIDAYS
10.30-12.30pm Veterans Cafe at Invicta Court Care Home, Weavering.
11am Health Walk from The East Malling Centre
1-3.30pm Ditton Short Mat Indoor Bowls Club at Ditton Community Centre, ME20 6AH. (3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield Active Retirement meets Larkfield VH. Richard Broomfield 01732 642139
8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100.
SATURDAYS
(2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. (2nd) 10am-12.30pm Tonbridge Repair Cafe at St Stephen’’s Church, Tonbridge TN9 2SW (3rd) 10.30-1.30pm Malling Repair Cafe. www. mallingrepaircafe.co.uk
(1st) 1.30-4.30pm Maidstone Sugarcraft at West Borough School, Maidstone ME16 8TL
SUNDAYS
10am St Gabriel’s, Kings Hill Church of England Holy Communion/Eucharist at DiscoverySchool, (3rd) 10.30-1pm Wateringbury Community Market, Wateringbury Village Hall, ME18 5NU (4th) 9.30-1.30pm Farmer’s Market West Malling in the High Street.
Please submit events by 15 Nov for Dec edition
Saturday 1 November 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm Glass workshops. Make Christmas decorations in fused glass. See P23
Monday 3 & 13 November Admission Open Events at More Park Catholic Primary School. See P24
Tuesday 11 November 6.30pm Rhythma @ East Malling Institute. Free launch sessions. farahmiri.co.uk/rhythma
Wednesday 12 November 9.30am Rhythma at Offham Village Hall. Free launch sessions. farahmiri.co.uk/rhythma
Sunday 16 November 12-5pm West Malling Christmas Festival. Free entry. Lights on from 4.30pm. See P28
Tuesday 18 & 29 November 9.30-11am 2026 Admissions Open Mornings at West Malling CE Primary School. See P29
Saturday 6 Dec West Kent Mind Mental Elf 5k fun run. Racecourse Park Tonbridge. See P24
Monday 8 December 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm Come and make your own Christmas decorations in fused glass £60 (P23) 17 December 6pm Dandelion Time Candlelit Christmas at St Augstine’s Chapel, Tonbridge School. dandeliontime.org.uk
Wednesday 7 January Admission Open Events at More Park Catholic Primary School. See P24
Tuesday 13 January 9.30-11am 2026 Admissions Open Mornings at West Malling CE Primary School. See P29
