Malling November local Oracle

ISSUE 212

DISTRIBUTION 16,500 HOMES & BUSINESSES

MALLING

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News

the local

Dear Readers

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This month the local Oracle is wearing its red poppy as a symbol of both Remembrance and hope for a peaceful future whilst supporting the Royal British Legion. We understand that raising money and awareness of this charity is still being impacted by COVID and they are reaching out for more people to get involved. Follow this link to find out how you can help www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/poppy-appeal

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 December editions are: • Maidstone 20th November • Malling 15th November • Tonbridge 20th November thelocaloracle thelocaloracle

Please continue to support your local businesses as they are doing their best to keep shelves stocked, providing fabulous meals and entertainment and, not forgetting, the tradespeople who are keeping our homes and gardens together!

Our events page is back with some local regular and one off activities to keep you busy. If you are putting on an event at Christmas, please do let us know.

As always a digital copy of each edition can be found on our website and social media pages so if you lose your copy or wish to share it with someone else then please just click on our website - www.thelocaloracle. co.uk. We also share additional information on our social media pages which can be found on the following links ...facebook.com/thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/ thelocaloracle.

We look forward to hearing your feedback.

Anna & Jane

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Category the local News p2

Double Glazing Repairs

Volunteers Wanted

CONTACT DETAILS p2

Driveway/Patio Cleaning

Will Writing & Estate Planning*

WHAT CAN THE LOCAL ORACLE DO FOR YOU? p4

Education

Windows

Electricians

Window Cleaning

Accountants Aerials Air Ambulance Bathroom Installations Beauty & Complementary Blinds

Fencing Garage Doors Garden Design

* New Advertisers

Garden Landscapes Garden Services

USEFUL NUMBERS p30

Gas & Heating Services

EVENTS p31

Grave Tending

Broadband* Broadband & Sockets Building Services Building Supplies Business Insurance Business Opportunity Car Body Repairs Car Sales Car Service & Repairs Carpentry

Gutter Cleaning

Cut off dates:

Hair Salon

Maidstone: 20th November (Delivery - 2nd week of month)

Handyman Health & Fitness* Housing

Malling: 15th November (Delivery - 1st week of month)

Ironing Services

Tonbridge: 20th November (Delivery - 2nd week of month)

Locksmith

for December 2021 editions

Loft Ladders & Hatches* Logs & Firewood

Carpet Cleaning

Mobile Phone & Tablet Repairs

Cats Protection

Oven Cleaners

Charity Clubs

Plumbing & Drainage

Chiropodist

Plumbers

Cleaning

Roofing

Community Help

Scrap Metal Clearance

Computer Support

Skip Hire

Conservatories

Solicitors

Convenience Store/Butcher*

Spanish Lessons*

Decorators

Taxi Service

Distributors Wanted

Tree Surgery Upholstery

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.

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A AERIALS

The Aerial Man t: 01732 883542 01622 871614

(See Colour Ad On Page 18)

A-B ACCOUNTANTS

TaxAssist Accountants

t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 17)

Half boxes indicate a larger colour advert is available.

TO ADVERTSE Call 01732 521494 or email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com (See Colour Ad On Page 24) BROADBAND

trooli

www.trooli.com (See Colour Ad On Front Cover and Page 3)

AIR AMBULANCE

BROADBAND/PHONE SOCKETS

Air Ambulance

Broadband/Phone Sockets

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 Please get in touch today to see how you can help.

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m: 07845 705900 Why pay service provider prices for internal faults?

- New phone/broadband extentions.

- Fault finding repairs/Improve broadband speeds.

- Cat 5 wiring - Internal/external re-routing/tidying of cables prior to double glazing.

Established 2009 25 years BT Engineer Fully Insured.

ACCOUNTANTS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

The Accountancy Practice

Bathroom Solutions

AAPM Construction

a: Suite 21, 10 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, ME19 4YU t: 01732 897929 c: Neil Craig e: neil@theaccountancypracticeltd.co.uk www.theaccountancypracticeltd.co.uk Free 1 hour consultation Fixed Fee Quotes Limited companies Sole Traders/Partnerships Self Assessment/Tax Returns Bookkeeping, VAT, Payroll

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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: 07884 436279 f: 01634 247682 c: Paul e: info@aapmconstruction.co.uk www.aapmconstruction.co.uk Roofing and roofing repairs, loft conversions, carpentry, extensions, exterior timberwork. ie. fencing, decking etc. All types of wooden flooring supplied and fitted.

Free estimates.

As seen on ITV’s 60 minute makeover!

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

Nightingale Bathrooms

Hudson Carpentry & Building Services

t: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 24) BEAUTY & COMPLEMENTARY

Gemini Beauty

t: 01732 842279 m: 07749 589414 e: angela@gemini-beauty.co.uk www.gemini-beauty.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 27) DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

t: 01622 816818 m: 07838 156170 c: Neil Hudson e: hudsoncbs@hotmail.co.uk www.facebook.com/hudsoncbs All aspects of Carpentry and Building including Extensions, Conversions, Kitchens, Bathrooms & more!

Full Project Management Service.

Over 25 years experience. Insured, local and reliable. See our Facebook page for customer feedback.

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Paul Tann Ltd

Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Network Marketing Business

t: 01732 842863 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.

t: 07885 167166 c: Carole Wright e: carole.uwclub@gmail.com https://uw.partners/N34752/join on the customer info https://uw.partners/N34752/partner on the business info - Free Training - Hours to suit you - More spare time - Extra income - Recession proof - Your own business.

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Kings Hill Garage Limited

a: North Lodge, 584 Malling Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 4PU t: 01732 849322 (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

BUILDING SERVICES

CARPENTRY

R Blackman General Maintenance

Chatfield Carpentry

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.

BUILDING SERVICES

The Small Works Building Company m: 07703 061572 c: Anthony Hale e: anthonynhale@hotmail.com

* No job too small! Replacing one sbrick or paving slab. * Specialist in brickwork, ragstone, * paving, pointing, extensions, * garages etc. * Fully insured. * Over 30 years experience.

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CARPENTRY

Autospray Solutions

Red Carpentry

t: 01622 727263 e: info@autospraysolutions.co.uk www.autospraysolutions.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

CAR SALES

Howdens

Kings Hill Car Sales

t: 01892 202200 www.howdens.com (See Colour Ad On Page 23) BUSINESS INSURANCE

Westfield Insurance

m: 07753 335044 c: Richard Hills e: richard.hills@westfieldinsurance.co.uk www.westfieldinsurance.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 17) 08

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t: 01732 871449 m: 07985 273773 c: Steve Wheeler e: mail@chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk www.chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk Kitchens/wardrobes designed & fitted Internal/External doors supplied and fitted. Skirting/Architraves/Solid wood & Laminate floors.

Quality workmanship at competitive prices. Over 17 years experience City and Guilds qualified.

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.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL

a: Kings Hill Car Sales North Lodge 584 Malling Road West Malling Kent ME19 4PU t: 01732 220540 www.kingshillcarsales.co.uk

01732 795777 or 01732 521494

Good quality cars, bought and sold.

Specialist vehicle sourcing.

Company vehicle sourcing.

All makes available.

Please ring for help.

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Homefresh

t: Freephone: 0800 6942024 (See Colour Ad On Page 23)

Rotary Club of Malling

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Please email to find out how to get involved.

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Contact for information rcomalling@gmail.com

Cats Protection

a: Maidstone Homing Information Centre, Newnham Court Shopping Centre, 1 Bearsted Road, ME14 5LH t: 0345 371 2758 e: coordinator@midkent.cats.org.uk fb: www.facebook.com/CPMidKent www.cats.org.uk/maidstone Our Centre consists of separate areas for admissions, isolation, rehoming and maternity. We have a veterinary room where a vet health checks, vaccinates and microchips every cat.

CHARITY CLUB

Lions Club of Malling District Please call to find out how to get involved.

‘Mauling’ Lions do visit www.mallinglions.club or Telephone Richard (the lionheart) 01732 670556

CHARITY CLUB

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

(See our event on Page 28)

COMPUTER SUPPORT

AA Computer Services

t: 01732 247003 m: 07904 910400 e: info@aa-computerservices.co.uk www.aa-computerservices.co.uk

COMPUTER SUPPORT

West Malling Podiatry HAVE MOVED

Home Computer Help

Corn and callus removal Verrucae Ingrown toenails Diabetic / High Risk care Home visits available

Experienced IT Professional providing an in-home service.

Computer setup. Virus removal Software installation.

Internet & email troubleshooting.

Training & advice.

Fixed prices - no hourly rates.

a: Reshape House, 2-4 High Street, West Malling, ME19 6QR t: 01795 667850 m: 07882 638990 c: Marie Thomas BSc(Hons), MCPod, HCPC reg

t: 01732 220467 m: 07966 825265 c: Rob e: hchelp194@gmail.com

CLEANING

COMPUTER SUPPORT

m: 07486 860647 or 07769 996921 c: Terri

01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net

(See Colour Ad On Page 21)

email khrc09@yahoo.com

Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council is offering support to those who are most vulnerable.

Open 08:30-17:00 Mon - Fri & 10:00 - 16:00 at weekends.

CHIROPODIST

Please email to find out how to get involved.

Tonbridge and Malling t: 01732 876152

Complete Home and Small Business computer and network services.

Microsoft Certified Professional.

From PC advice, repairs & installations to websites and networks (including wireless) No fix - No fee!

Gleaming Cleaning

Rotary Club - Kings Hill

COMMUNITY HELP

Community Hub

Like volunteering and having fun at the same time?

CATS PROTECTION

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CLEANING

Lovells Housekeeping Service

m: 07984 662 494 c: Nicola e: lovellshousekeeping@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 23)

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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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TO ADVERTSE Call 01732 795777 or email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk 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 22) CONVENIENCE STORE/BUTCHERS

(See Colour Ad On Page 5)

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DECORATORS

G J Services

Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists

a: West Malling t: 01732 850343 m: 07764 684495 t: Guy Williams e: gjservices@btinternet.com

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.

Painting Decorating General Maintenance Wall papering Free Estimates

DECORATORS

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

Impact Decoration

DISTRIBUTORS WANTED

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

Choice Painting & Decorating m: 07761 601896 c: Dean Woolterton e: choicedec@outlook.com

City and Guilds qualified Quality internal and external Painting and decorating Clean, reliable service.

We are looking for distributors who can deliver in the Maidstone, Malling and Paddock Wood areas.

Give us a call to find out more.

DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

JP’s Decorating

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

m: 07956 874044 or 07944 126353 c: Phil e: jpcookies4@yahoo.co.uk

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c: Anna 01732 795777 Jane 01732 521494 e: info@thelocaloracle.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)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling 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 DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

SOS Window Works

t: 01622 206690 m: 07779 006696 e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

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DRIVEWAY/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS

Bramko Ltd

Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk NPTC Qualified Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition. Weed moss, & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces. Patio slabs from £45, Block paving from £75.

Free estimate & advice.

Gutter Cleaning from £50 (See Colour Ad On Page 20) EDUCATION

West Malling CE Primary School

a: Cricket Ground, Norman Rd, ME19 6RL t: 01732 842061 e: office@west-malling.kent.sch.uk www.west-malling.kent.sch.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 29)

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Andy Payne Electrical Contractors

t: 01732 843661 m: 07830 456928 e: info@andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk

www.andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 18)

F-G FENCING

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

All Seasons Garden Fencing

A D Landscapes Ltd

t: 01732 844634 m: 07847 717553 (New Number) c: Mark Steward All types of garden fencing & gates. supplied, erected and repaired.

Close boarded.

Panel, post & rail, decking & pagodas.

No job too small.

Approved by 3 local Parish Councils.

Free quotations.

TO ADVERTISE Call 01732 795777 or email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

ELECTRICIANS

GARAGE DOORS

ASD Electrical Services

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors

t: 01634 624555 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18) ELECTRICIANS

DAR Electrical Services

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.

t: 01732 430 273 m: 07537 149 128

(See Colour Ad On Page 21)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

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a: Ightham t: 01732 763114 m: 07790 036871 c: Antony Dartnell www.adlandscapesltd.co.uk HND Garden Design and HND Landscape Management.

All aspects of hard and soft landscape works undertaken from design to implementation.

Free consultation and estimates.

Portfolio & references available.

Fully insured.

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Coe’s Landscapes & Cota Construction

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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Marshalls Landscape Contractors t: 01732 807997 m: 07768 911241 c: Tom www.marshallslandscapes.com (See Colour Ad On Page 23) WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK

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Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

a: Larkfield t: 01732 848179 m: 07850 175077 c: Kevin Kennett e: yewtreelandscapes1@tiscali.co.uk

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GAS & HEATING SERVICES

HAIR SALON

m: 07835 096573 or 07399 975441 e: meadowgasservices@gmail.com

a: 1 Littlemarket Row, Leybourne ME19 5QL t: 01732 840439 www.otfhair.com (Colour Ad On Page 28)

Meadow Gas

(See Colour Ad On Page 24)

OTF

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.

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

GARDEN SERVICES

GRAVE TENDING

HANDYMAN

AJG Grave Tending

DME Property Services

Complete Garden Services Kent m: 07958 254090 c: Nick e: info@cgsk.co.uk

South East Installations

t: 01474 249700 www.southeastinstallations.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 25)

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“Caring for when you can’t be there”

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.

GARDEN SERVICES

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON

HANDYMAN

Goldcrest Gardening

Bramko Ltd

Inside Out

(See Colour Ad On Page 20)

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t: 01732 840652 m: 07864 682844 e: info@goldcrestgardening.com www.goldcrestgardening.net Our reliable service includes: -Weeding, mowing, edging.

-Autumn/Winter tidy.

-Planting for next growing season.

-Seasonal pruning.

-bed preparation and soil enrichment.

-Greenhouse cleaning.

Public liability insured.

m: 07450 597 477 c: Andy Gardner fb/Inst: AJG Grave Tending www.ajggravetending.co.uk

Half boxes indicate a larger colour advert is available.

Graves overhauled, headstones and kerbsets deep cleaned, Grave gardening, one offs and maintenance plans, special ocassions catered for and more.

See website for details.

m: 07726 525633 c: Bob e: insideoutproperties@hotmail.co.uk

m: 07899 894838 t: 01732 357660 c: Mark Killick e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

(See Colour Ad On Page 23)

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GAS & HEATING SERVICES

HANDYMAN

Blaize Services Ltd

t: 01622 430290 m: 07581 154499 c: James e: jtr.plumber72@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 20) GAS & HEATING SERVICES

F.J.M Plumbing & Heating Ltd

t: 01622 913007 e: info@fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk www.fjmplumbingandheating.co.uk .

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c: Bruce Martin m: 07584 056821 e: bruce@kentshandyman.co.uk Bathrooms | Kitchens | Fencing Carpentry | Renovations | Tiling Doors & Windows | Paving Painting | Locks & Screens Repairs | Carpet deep cleaning Maintenance & More Only taking ‘safe’ jobs at present DBS CHECKED | INSURED | GUARANTEED

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H-L HEALTH & FITNESS

L-O LOFT LADDERS & HATCHES

Larkfield Leisure Centre Gym Membership t: 01622 713225 e: leisurecentres@tmactive.co.uk c: Membership Advisors www.larkfieldleisure.co.uk

LOFT LADDERS Tel: 01732 840744 Mobile: 07751 256725 FREE ESTIMATES

We offer a range of great Memberships to help you get fit and active your way. All-inclusive option includes gym, group exercise, live streaming and pools.

Follow us on Facebook.

Loft ladders supplied and fitted with a hinged hatch. Also loft flooring.

Qualified City & Guilds carpenter.

Fully insured for your peace of mind.

All work guaranteed. 30 years exp.

HOUSING

LOGS & FIREWOOD

Rapport Housing & Care

Logs & Firewood

a: Medway View Court, Wateringbury m: 07534 973360 e: sales@rapporthc.co.uk www.rapporthousingandcare.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 28)

TO ADVERTISE Call 01732 795777 or email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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c: Roger m: 07831 499952 t: 01732 521693 e: roger@gluckpe.co.uk Seasoned logs, Firewood and kindling delivered to your door Mobile log splitting service Fallen trees cleared.

P-W PLUMBING & DRAINAGE

All Aspects Plumbing

t: 01732 671131 e: allaspectsdrainageandplumbing@ outlook.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18)

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IRONING SERVICES

MOBILE PHONE & TABLET REPAIR

PLUMBERS

Extra Hands Ironing & Shirt Laundry

Get It Repaired

Summers Domestic Plumbers

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

a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill ME19 4YU t: 01732 525818 www.getitrepaired.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 32)

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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.

LOCKSMITH

OVEN CLEANERS

ROOFING

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

Oven Wizards

William Kent & Sons Roofing

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: 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 £49. Established in 2006, used and trusted by 1000’s of local clients. Take a look at our website to see reviews from local customers.

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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.

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TLC Scrap Metal

CC Travel

Isla Law Ltd

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.

SKIP HIRE

m: 07703 803468 c: Colin e: colincooper39@gmail.com Gatwick from £50 Heathrow from £80 Local to long distance Licensed & insured to carry 8 people.

FREE onboard Wifi.

Reliable, friendly, door to door service based in East Malling.

WINDOWS

TREE SURGERY

Acorn Glacier

Haffenden Skip Hire a: East Malling t: 01732 871858 or 01732 840116 m: 07850 049246

2yd to 12yd skips available.

Local reliable service.

Call for competitive rates.

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.

t: 01732 810695 m: 07734 087425 c: Amanda & Mathew Everest e: handetrees@outlook.com

www.handetrees.co.uk

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.

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 19) WINDOWS

The Window Man

m: 07961 442810 e: johnnytheglass@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

SOLICITORS

UPHOLSTERY

WINDOW CLEANING

Diligent Law Solicitors

Interior Decor

Abbi Window Cleaning

a: 20 Churchill Square, ME19 4YU t: 01732 316000 e: info@dligentlaw.co.uk www.diligentlaw.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 15) SOLICITORS

Laker Legal Solicitors t: 01732 757071 e: info@lakerlegal.co.uk www.lakerlegal.co.uk

a: Decor House, Walnut Tree Farm Ryarsh, West Malling, Kent ME19 5LJ t: 01732 871042 e: interiordecor@hotmail.co.uk Furniture Recovered; Cushion refilling service. Handmade curtains, blinds of all types supplied and fitted.

Est: over 30 years Highly recommended City and Guilds qualified.

(See Colour Ad On Page 17) SPANISH LESSONS

m: 07938 524223 www.abbiwindowcleaning.co.uk We provide a quality reliable service.

Pure Water fed pole system.

Pole System ensures privacy.

We clean with hot pure water all year round. Reduced liability, no ladders means no nasty accidents.

Windows above conservatories no problem.

Domestic and commercial.

Police checked operator.

Call now for your free estimate.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED

WINDOW CLEANING

Cats Protection

All Clean Windows

e: volunteeringteamleader@ kentesussex.cats.org.uk www.cats.org.uk/support-us/ volunteeropportunities (See Colour Ad On Page 27)

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

WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

Humphrey & Scace

t: 01732 252540 e: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk www.humphreyandscace.co.uk

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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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Richard Hills Cert CII 07753 335044 Independent Commercial Insurance Broker I am an appointed representative based near West Malling, so for all your Business Insurance requirements please contact myself today.

e: richard.hills@westfieldinsurance.co.uk www.westfieldinsurance.co.uk

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

£295+vat

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‘THE AERIAL MAN’

Family business - established 30 years

In print, in the local area, supporting local businesses for 17 years!

Andy Payne Electrical Contractors Domestic and Commercial Electrician Registered with Napit Fully insured and C&G qualified All aspects of electrical work undertaken Landlord safety inspections EICR Please see website for prices and information.

Call 07830 456928 or 01732 843661 info@andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk www.andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk

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 Kings Hill

ASPECTS

PLUMBING & HEATING

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

Call Jamie

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DON’T RISK BLOCKED GUTTERS.... exposing your home to damp & rot Sky Vac Cleaning system prevents costly repairs

• Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 3 storeys.

01622 430290 or 07581 154499

• On board camera for precision cleaning.

• Accesses above restricted areas such as conservatories, extensions, valley/box gutters, garages and small spaces.

• Gutter repairs.

Free camera inspection & estimate.

GUTTER CLEANING FROM £50

All major credit/debit cards taken.

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BRAMKO LTD

PLEASE CALL Mark Killick 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 mik1969@hotmail.co.uk Search Bramko Ltd for 5* reviews

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GLEAMING CLEANING Always busy?

No time for cleaning?

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 Call Terri: 07486 860647 or 07769 996921

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

£295+vat

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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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HOMEFRESH

TRADE ONLY

FREE kitchen design service

DEPOT NOW OPEN IN PADDOCK WOOD Open your trade account today 01892 202 200

Kitchens - Joinery - Hardware - Flooring - Appliances Transfesa Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge TN12 6UT HOWDENS.COM

Domestic Property Maintenance For All Your Handyman & DIY needs Painting & Decorating - Wallpapering - Tiling & Small Carpentry - Shelving - Furniture Assembly Door Hanging - Guttering - Hedge Trimming Gardening Patio and Drive Power Washing 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

Marshalls Landscape Contractors Turfing, Fencing, Driveways, Block Paving, Patios, Decking and Rotivating.

Full landscaping service.

Fully insured.

City & Guilds.

All work undertaken currently comes with a 3 year guarantee.

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HOME & GARDEN

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

johnnytheglass@gmail.com

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Useful Numbers • Alzheimer’s Society 01892 835498 • Multiple Sclerosis Society - SE Kent Branch 08453 970543

COUNCIL • Tonbridge & Malling BC, Gibson Building, Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 844522

DOCTORS • Kings Hill, Leybourne and West Malling 01732 870212 • Chaucer Way, Larkfield 01732 841213

• Ryarsh Church Hall (Anita Parkins) 01732 842232 • Ryarsh Village Hall Contact: Booking Secretary Ba Storey Mobile 07891 307833, and e mail ryarshbookings@gmail.com

• Trottiscliffe Village Hall Contact: Jacqui Peachy – 01732 823630

•K ings Hill School, Crispin Way, Kings Hill, West Malling 01732 842739

• Snodland Community Centre Contact: Bookings Sectretary info@snodlandcommunitycentre.org 07714 998127

•M ereworth County Primary School, 39 The Street, Mereworth 01622 812569

• Wateringbury Village Hall 075 3532 0552

• Snodland Medical Centre 01634 240296

• West Malling Village Hall (WMVH) Contact: Ann Turner 01732 844824

• Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone 01622 729000

LIBRARY • 22-24 High Street, West Malling 03000 413131 (Saturday 9am-1pm, Closed on Mondays. Tuesdays to Fridays 9am-6pm) • Library Service (Mobile) Call for fortnightly stops. http://www.kent.gov.uk/leisure_and_ culture/libraries/services_for_everyone/ mobile_libraries.aspx • Snodland Library, 15-17 High Street, Snodland, ME6 5DA (Saturday 9am-1pm, Closed on Mondays. Tuesdays to Fridays 9am-6pm)

•M ereworth Pre-school, Mereworth Village Hall, Butchers Lane, Mereworth 01732 870456 •M ore Park RC Primary School, Lucks Hill, West Malling 01732 843047

PHARMACIES

•O ffham Primary School, Church Road, Offham 01732 842355

• Kings Hill Pharmacy, 6 Liberty Square 01732 845612

•R yarsh Primary School, Birling Road, Ryarsh 01732 870600

• Boots, 85-87 High Street, West Malling 01732 843389

•S t James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912

• Paydens Ltd, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 843203

POLICE

•S t Katherine’s School, St Katherine’s Lane, Snodland, Kent ME6 5EJ (www.stkatherineskent.co.uk) 01634 240061

• Police Community Support Officer Kings Hill, Ditton, Offham, Addington, Trottisliffe. Amy.sears@kent.police.uk 07866 229672

•T he Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995

• Kent Police 101

• T rottiscliffe C of E Primary School, School Lane, Trottiscliffe 01732 822803

LOCAL HALLS

• TMBC Community Warden Supervisor Martin Smith 07969 584173

• Addington Village Hall 01732 843180

RSPCA

• Church Farm Hall 01732 844546

• RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 1230751

• East Malling Village Hall 01732 844546

• Lunsford Primary School, Swallow Road 001732 843352 •K ings Hill Pre School, 70 Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 840180

• The Granary, Larkfield 01732 844546

• 14 Pelican Court, Wateringbury 01622 814466

HOSPITAL

•L eybourne St Peter & Paul Primary School, Rectory Lane North, Leybourne 01732 842008

•W est Malling C of E Primary School, Norman Road, West Malling 01732 842061

TRAINS • National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50

• East Malling Institute, Mill Street Contact: Roger Roud 01732 840828

SAMARITANS

• Kings Hill Community Centre (KHCC) Contact: Morgan Fuller khcc@kingshillparish.gov.uk 01732 220919

SCHOOLS

COVID VACCINATION HELPLINE

• Brookfield Infants School, Swallow Road, Larkfield 01732 840955

• P hone 0330 320 4444, between 8.30am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

• Larkfield Village Hall 01732 844546 • Leybourne Village Hall 01732 873722 • Mereworth Village Hall Contact: Rebecca Simmons on 01732875963 and e-mail Mereworth.bookings@hotmail.com • Offham Village Hall Contact: bookingsoffhamvillagehall@gmail.com

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• Brookfield Junior School, Swallow Road, Larkfield 01732 843667 • The Discovery School, Discovery Drive, Kings Hill 01732 847000 • Holmesdale Technology College, Malling Road, Snodland ME6 5HS office@holmesdale.kent.sch.uk 01634 240416

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Events MONDAY S 7.30pm Kings Hill Rotary Club. Contact to find out more. khrc09@yahoo.com

TUESDAYS

7pm Malling Rotary Club. Contact for more info: www.malling-rotary.org.uk .30pm Group running from Larkfield 7 Leisure Centre. www.larkfieldac.co.uk

WEDNESDAYS

THURSDAYS (2nd) 2pm Leybourne Active Retirement Assoc. meet at Leybourne Village Hall.

Roy 01732 846050

SUNDAYS 10am St Gabriel’s, Kings Hill Church of England Holy Communion/Eucharist at DiscoverySchool, Kings Hill.

FRIDAYS 9.15 - 10.30am Network B2B for local businesses via zoom. Call Anna on 07939 248983 for info or to book a space.

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

SATURDAYS

Please submit regular or one off events by 15th November to be included in December 2021 whether they are in person or via zoom. info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

...ALSO THIS MONTH Tuesday 2 November 8pm Out of Bounds Comedy In The Garden @ The Chequers, Aylesford. Starring Jonny Awsum. Tickets available at £8 www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 01622 717286.

REMEMBRANCE SERVICES - 14th November Leybourne Church 10:30am service will begin in the Church and then proceed to the War Memorial shortly before 11am for the Act of Remembrance.

St Mary’s Church, West Malling 2:30-3:30pm Remembrance Sunday Civic Service will take place at 2:30pm in St Mary’s Church with the Act of Remembrance following outside by the War Memorial around 3:15pm approx. The road will be closed for the Act of Remembrance and wreaths will be laid in the moments following. (Face coverings required for those attending the service in St Mary’s) Snodland Remembrance Day Parade 2:20pm Assemble Holmesdale School, 2:30pm - Parade marches off, 3:00pm Service at Cemetery Tuesday 16 November 8pm Out of Bounds Comedy @ The Moat, Wrotham. Starring TBA. Tickets available from www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 07976 637804.

Friday 26 November 8.30pm Out of Bounds Comedy @ The Wheatsheaf, West Malling. Starring Bennett Arron. Tickets available at £15 www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 07976 637804.

Saturday 27 November 7pm Kings Hill Rotary Club present An Evening with Renowned Historian Jacques Arnold. East Malling VH, Tickets £15.50 with licensed bar. khrc09@yahoo.com (See page 28) Sunday 28 November 9.30am West Malling Farmers Market in the High Street.

Tuesday 7 December 8pm Out of Bounds Comedy IN THE GARDEN @ The Chequers, Aylesford. Starring Rich Wilson. Tickets available at £8 www.outofboundscomedy.co.uk or 01622 717286.

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