Oracle the local
Month 109: February 2014
Distribution 12,000 homes & businesses
YOUR MONTHLY GUIDE TO LOCAL SERVICES IN AND AROUND
Photo by Ron Elvins. Swans in Manor Park, West Malling
PADDOCK WOOD, TONBRIDGE, HADLOW EAST PECKHAM, FIVE OAK GREEN, MATFIELD AND SOUTHBOROUGH
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Dear Readers
10 years old this month! We really cannot believe it but are thrilled that we have made it this far through thick and thin. We have seen many of our advertisers’ businesses blossom over the years and become friends too. We are grateful to all our advertisers, Scarbutt Printers who ensure we produce a quality free publication and our faithful distributors who walk the streets every month without fail come rain or shine. We have made some major changes over the years and more recently introduced our all singing and dancing website which goes from strength to strength. The latest edition can be found online each month www.thelocaloracle.co.uk. Anna & Jane
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CUT OFF DATES FOR ADVERTISING IN THE MARCH EDITIONS ARE:
Kings Hill/West Malling Allington/Barming/Ditton Paddock Wood/Tonbridge
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Howard Caine The Conservatory People Conservatories - Windows - Doors
Conservatory too Hot in the Summer? or too Cold in the Winter? Here at Howard Caine Conservatories, we are able to offer an all year round solution. Why not replace your existing roof glass or polycarbonate with the latest climate control heat-guard materials.
Go green and make your existing windows more energy efficient with less heat loss and lower heating bills. We also specialize in the following *New Conservatories *Refurbishment *Window/Doors *Overhauls *Soffits/Facia *Misted / broken units *Guttering *Handles/Hinges *Fensa Registered *Fully insured
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Tel/Fax 01732 321050 Mobile 07798 867393
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Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd Professional Carpet Cleaning
Looking for a professional, local, family run carpet cleaning company? Then give Jordan or Megan a call.
Many companies don’t guarantee their work, we do - 100% customer satisfaction guaranteed
Also Upholstery Cleaning, Stain Removal, Stainguard Protection & Leather Suite Cleaning Safe cleaning process, No solvents or bleaching agents used - All work fully insured Special Offer - FREE CARPET CLEAN
- have three carpets cleaned and we will clean the smallest for free So for a friendly, professional service please call us now
Telephone: 01732 872 199 M: Jordan - 0773 888 6900 or Megan - 07874 005 135 E: info@kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk www.kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk
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NEW LIGHTING & HOMEWARE SHOWROOM OPENING 1ST MARCH
10% DISCOUNT OPENING OFFER WITH THIS ADVERT
www.lightingcompanyonline.co.uk
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We cover three areas with over 12,000 distribution in each giving a total of 40,000 homes and businesses covered by the local Oracle Kings Hill, West Malling, Addington, Birling, East Malling, Halling, Holborough, Larkfield, Leybourne, Mereworth, Offham, Ryarsh, Snodland, Trottiscliffe and Wateringbury
Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Hadlow, Five Oak Green, East Peckham, Matfield and Southborough Aylesford, Barming, Allington, Ditton and parts of Maidstone We have many options for you to use for your business: Standard Category Advert in the A-Z section, Colour Category, 1/4, 1/2 and Full Page Adverts Each edition is updated and put onto our website. We can print, supply and deliver 1,000 to 40,000 leaflets.
“THE AERIAL MAN” Family business - established 28 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 Tel: 01892 834334 or: 01622 871614
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01474 813434 www.christopher-marshall.co.uk
Give us a call or drop us an email. 01732 844246 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk
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Traditional Sweets in Jars Candy Cakes, Kebabs & Party Bags Luxury English Truffles & Chocolates. Why not hold your birthday party or hen night upstairs at the Chocolate Umbrella. Lots of fun making chocolate goodies to take home for just ÂŁ15.00 per person. We cater for children & adult parties/courses to suit you. Come and find us at: 42 High Street West Malling ME19 6QR
www.chocolateumbrella.co.uk
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Fedurco Solutions Ltd FOR ALL YOUR DRAINAGE NEEDS
DRAINAGE & PLUMBING
FAST AND RELIABLE SERVICE
EMERGENCY 24 HOURS l All blockages l Domestic & Commercial l Descaling l CCTV Survey l Lining repairs l No-dig Technology l All plumbing work
01732 252 112 www.fedurcosolutions.co.uk enquiries@fedurcosolutions.co.uk
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Call us on 01622 725681 or 07967 985979
‘The Small Business Champions’
07914 800599
Start-up Advice Fixed Fees agreed in advance Flexible Payments Companies / Partnerships Self Employed / CIS Landlords / Corp. Tax Income Tax / PAYE / VAT Flexible Meetings Call Gary or Tina Richards for a friendly, free initial discussion without obligation on
0845 521 2241 New offices in P addock Wood Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle
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INDEX CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADVERTS
Accountants Aerials Artist Bathroom Installation Blinds Building Services Business Opportunity Carpentry Carpet Cleaning Car Registration No’s Car Servicing* Chiropody & Podiatry Computer Support
Garden Landscaping Garden Maintenance Gas&Heating Specialists Genealogy Handyman Homecare* Kitchens Makeovers*
Cut off date for March 2014 is 25th February 2014 Could you advertise in other areas too? We have other issues covering the following areas:
Kitchen & Bathrooms Leaflet Distribution Lighting* Loft Ladders Physiotherapist Plasterers Plumbing*
Conservatories
Printers
Counselling*
Roofing
Decorators
Soul Music Magazine
Double Glazing
Stoves
Double Glazing Repairs
Sweet Shop
Drainage & Plumbing*
Tree Surgeon
Electricians
Website Design
Fencing
Windows
Garage Doors
USEFUL NUMBERS
Garden Design
EVENTS
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KINGS HILL WEST MALLING LARKFIELD LEYBOURNE & SURROUNDING AREAS and our other issue in: BARMING DITTON ALLINGTON AYLESFORD Jane - 01732 521494 Anna - 01732 844246 THE LOCAL ORACLE PO BOX 314 WEST MALLING ME19 6WN info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk
All adverts are placed in good faith and the local O racle takes no responsibility for any issues arising from the use of suppliers who have advertised.
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BATHROOMS
The Aerial Guys
Nightingale Bathrooms
Tel: 01892 833007 Mobile: 07435 782366 www.aerialguys.net
Tel: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk
Aerials installed and fitted Extra TV points installed Service calls carried out Domestic & Commerical Installation All our work is guaranteed & insured. (See Colour Ad On Page 10) The Aerial Man Tel: 01892 834334 01622 871614 Mobile: 07840 316376 Satellite TV in all rooms. New digital aerials. 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 10)
ARTIST Christopher Marshall Luddesdowne Nr Meopham Tel/Fax: 01474 813434 Contact: Christopher Marshall info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk
Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints. (See Colour Ad On Page 11)
TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 844246 01732 521494 Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle
Easy access showers, baths and wet rooms. Raised height toilets. Slip resistant safety flooring. Discounts for SSAFA, British Legion, Ex service personnel & Over 60s. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
BLINDS Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd Unit 2 Albans Farm Romford Road Pembury Kent TN2 4BB Tel: 01892 825522 Fax: 01892 823522 Mobile: 07767 326211 Contact: Stuart Munday stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com We manufacture, supply and install all types of internal and external blinds and awnings along with solar control and security window films. (See Colour Ad On Page 13)
BUILDING SERVICES Entire Home Tel: 07957 266112 info@entirehome.co.uk We have everything you need for the inside and the outside of your home. General builders, plumbers, electricians, kitchen and bathroom fitters, gardeners and landscapers. From changing a bulb to refurbishing your ENTIRE HOME, we have it covered. Call or e-mail to organise a free quotation. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
LOCAL SOLUTION
Refurbishment/Building/Maintenance Kitchens / Bathrooms Renovations/Structural Alterations Plumbing/Electrics Project Management + ALL ASSOCIATED TRADES Fully insured/ Guaranteed/ excellent references. A complete Local Solution. Please call for a free quotation
01732 301019 or 07900 647753 Luke Jeffrey luke@local-solution.co.uk www.local-solution.co.uk
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QR Construction Mobile: 07914 800599 sales@qrconstruction.co.uk www.qrconstruction.co.uk For your Home Improvements, Maintenance, Extensions, Renovations for both residential and commercial properties call QR Construction for a free, no obligation quote. A family run business. (See Colour Ad On Page 13)
R Blackman General Maintenance Tel: 01892 838668 Mobile: 07887 948430 Contact: Richard Blackman rblackman1@btinternet.com www.rb-gm.co.uk
Carpentry Service & Property Maintenance Tel: 07760 387224 Over 30 years’ experience All carpentry, doors, decks, stairs, bathrooms, tiling, plastering, decorating, patios, brickwork and gutters. A chance to sort out those little jobs that never get done.
Chatfield Carpentry Tel: 01732 871449 Mobile: 07985 273773 Contact: Steve Wheeler mail@chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk www.chatfieldcarpentry.co.uk
Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork. Interior and exterior painting. Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.
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.
Spicelin Property Services
Norris Carpentry
Tel: 01732 352828 Mobile: 07712 853583 Contact: Kevin Lines
Tel: 01732 352363 Mobile: 07795 677791 Contact: Stuart norriscarpentry@sky.com
C CARPET CLEANING Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd Tel: 01732 872199 Contact: Jordan on 0773 888 6900 Megan on 07874 005 135 info@kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk www.kingshillkentcarpetclean.co.uk Family run carpet cleaning company. Also upholstery cleaning, Stain removal, Stainguard protection & leather suite cleaning. NCCA and IICRC Certified. (See Colour Ad On Page 8)
CAR REGISTRATION NUMBERS Car Registration Numbers Mobile: 07909 975 806 Contact: Ian Limited number of private plates for sale. C1 TYS 65 AAB S44 BVS C4 SCV Offers invited! Call for more details.
CAR SERVICING
Interior/exterior decorating, tiling/ laminate floor installation, general maintenance, patios/fencing, annual gutter and/or UPVC cleaning. Annual hedge trimming. Insured. Free estimates. BNI Member.
Loft conversions, cut and pitch roofs, doors, windows, kitchens, flooring, decking etc. Fully qualified and insured. Free estimates and a clean reliable service.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Networking Marketing Business Tel: 0800 231 5753 Mobile: 07828 085778 Contact: Fran Boorman fran@minimumbills.co.uk www.income2bankon.co.uk Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
Auto 22 Tel: 01892 837296 auto22.co.uk Free health check for peace of mind driving this winter. MOT from £39.99 Oil Filter & change from £39.95 Interim Service from £99 (See Colour Ad On Page 8)
CHIROPODY & PODIATRY RED Carpentry Tel: 01622 751447 Mobile: 07896 904056 Contact: 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. Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle
West Malling Podiatry & Chiropody 14-16 Swan Street, West Malling ME19 6LP Tel: 01732 848460 Contact: Marie Thomas Bsc(Hons), MChS westmallingpods@gmail.com HPC Registered Podiatrist Corn & Callous Removal Biomechanics & Orthotics Verrucae Ingrown Toenails Evening, weekend and home visits also available.
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APC Manpower Computer Services Tel: 01892 257057 Mobile:07867771078 service@pcmanpower.co.uk VIRUS Removal Specialists Broadband or WIFI issues SLOW or FREEZING Computer. PC Not starting. Laptop Screen -repair. Memory Upgrades Network your Home or Setup PC PRINTER setup. No Fix, No Fee
Howard Caine Conservatories Tel/Fax: 01732 321050 Mobile: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk New Conservatories, Refurbishment, Windows/Doors Check us out at Checkatrade.com Fully registered with FENSA Customer References Available. (See Colour Ad On Page 6)
G J Services West Malling Mobile: 07764 684495 Tel: 01732 872125 Contact: Guy Williams gjservices@btinternet.com Painting Decorating General Maintenance Wall papering Tiling Free Estimates
COUNSELLING ALTONE Computers Ltd Tel: 01732 354812 Mobile: 07771 707035 Contact: Alan www.altone.co.uk Providing excellent & friendly local service for 13 years. Desktop and Laptop, Maintenance/ Repairs/Upgrades/Wireless/ Virus Removal/Custom Builds etc Fixed Costs, no hourly rates
Matters Of The Mind Mobile: 07956 877968 Contact: Mandy Atkinson mandy.atkinson@mattersofthemind.org.uk www.mattersofthemind.org.uk Are you experiencing relationship problems, family issues, depression, anxiety or stress? Matters of the Mind can help, offering gentle one to one therapy in a local Hadlow based practice. Why not get in touch now? Your first session is free. Day and evening appointments are available.
Champ Computer Services Tel: 01732 843659 Mobile: 07887 566948 info@champcomputers.co.uk www.champcomputers.co.uk The local PC experts for: -PC health/security checks -Wireless & wired networking -Virus & spyware removal/protection -Complete PC installation & upgrades -No fix - no fee!
Tel: 01892 836374 or 01892 576376 Mobile: 07940 829206 info@pwc-solutions.co.uk www.pwc-solutions.co.uk Computer problems? We carry out computer health checks, virus removals, upgrades, broadband set ups and much more. Call us for a free assessment.
Tel: 01732 359550 Mobile: 07818 404225 General Property Maintenance. Interior and exterior painting, decorating and repairs. Patios and general hard landscaping. From a leaking tap and tiling to full kitchen and bathroom installation. Free Estimates.
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(See Colour Ad On Page 11) PW Computer Solutions Based in Paddock Wood
Mark Howland Tonbridge
DECORATORS Andrew Baxter Paddock Wood Tel: 01892 459818 Contact: Andrew Baxter Professional and reliable service at reasonable prices. Interior and exterior work undertaken. Call now for a free estimate. Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle
Wright & Son Tel: 01892 834402 Mobile: 07889 285769 Contact: Andrew Wright www.wrightandson.co.uk External and internal decoration undertaken and a professional, friendly service always given. Fully insured for all private and commercial work. Please call for a free no obligation quotation.
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DOUBLE GLAZING Apollo Trade Windows 539 Loose Road Maidstone Kent ME15 9UQ Tel: 01622 744411 Fax: 01622 744141 mail@apollotradewindows.co.uk www.apollotradewindows.co.uk Windows, Doors & Conservatories
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“Nobody does it better” (See Colour Ad On Page 3) Trade Glaze Units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works Lower Road, East Farleigh Maidstone Kent ME15 0HD Tel: 01622 725444 Fax: 01622 721111 ad2000@btconnect.com www.trade-glaze.co.uk Your very best choice in windows, doors and conservatories. Top quality products with top quality service. (See Back Page Ad)
DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS DG Solutions (Kent) Limited Independent Offham Business Double Glazing Problems Solved Tel: 01732 842691 Mobile: 07870 213098 contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk Fault Finding, Repairs and Upgrades Windows, Doors, Locks & adjustments Misted Sealed Units, Handles and Hinges Upgrade to A-rated energy efficient units. New Installation FENSA Insurance backed. Free telephone advice and call out Over 30 years’ experience in industry.
DRAINAGE & PLUMBING Ferdurco Solutions Limited Tel: 01732 252 112 enquiries@fedurcosolutions.co.uk www.ferdurcosolutions.co.uk For all your drainage and plumbing needs. Fast and reliable service. Emergency 24 hours. All blockages. Domestic and commercial. All plumbing work. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)
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ELECTRICIANS Domestic and Residential Electrical Services Tel: 01622 870147 Mobile: 07515 159821 Email: info@darelectric.co.uk www.darelectric.co.uk 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. RJG Electrical
Garage Door Associates Showroom and Head Office 18 Holborough Road, Snodland Tel: 01732 590085 www.garagedoorassociates.co.uk Supply and install all makes and styles of garage door. Repairs and Spares Automation DIY advice. Awnings Recommended by Kent Trading Standards
GARDEN DESIGN Conifers Are Me Tel: 01732 850195 Mobile: 07785 294007 Contact: Bernard Clemmitt b.clemmitt@btinternet.com Garden design using conifers for all year round, colour, shape and form. Full or part gardens down to stone troughs. Supply and planting out. Free consultation. Qualified and experience.
GARDEN LANDSCAPING Streetens Ltd
Tel: 01732 850706 Mobile: 07968 547699 Contact: Rob Email: redrob@orange.net
Tel: 01892 834097 ed@streetens.co.uk www.streetens.co.uk
"No Shocking Prices" 22 Years Experience. All work undertaken. Fully insured. No job too big or too small. Call Rob for free and friendly advice.
Local, family run business. FREE estimates with highly competitive rates. References available. Patios & Driveways, Fencing, Decking, Garden Landscaping & Re-design. Friendly & reliable service.
FENCING
GARDEN MAINTENANCE
J Harper Fencing & Landscaping
Checkley Landscapes
Tel: 01580 213517 Mobile: 07866 449028 Contact: James Harper j.harperfencing@gmail.com
Tel: 01732 351044 Mobile: 07980 821795 Contact: Eddie Checkley ejcheckley@hotmail.co.uk
Local reliable company providing a friendly and professional service. We supply and install all types of fencing and gates. Landscaping & garden maintenance. Free quotation.
For all your installations and complete garden designs. Patios, driveways, retaining walls in timber or brickwork, steps, decking, all types of fencing, planting designs. No job too small. Free Quotations.
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GAS & HEATING SPECIALISTS
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Garden Maintenance
Wicks Gas
Freephone: 0800 511 8081 Contact: Mark All garden work undertaken. Lawns, hedges, borders, decking, fencing and patios. Free estimates. Regular maintenance or just a tidy. No job too big or small. References available. City & Guilds qualified. Over 25 years experience.
TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 844246 01732 521494 GAS & HEATING SPECIALISTS Cannon Services (UK) Ltd Tel: 01732 430140 Contact: Nigel Cook office@cannon-services.co.uk Fully Gas Safe Register qualified gas heating engineers carrying out all types of gas heating works including boiler installations, servicing, breakdowns, radiator replacements and Landlord Gas Safety Certificates. Free no obligation quotes. (See Colour Ad On Page 5) Samsian Ltd Tel: 01732 885882 Contact: Dan www.samsian.co.uk Twitter: @samsiangas Facebook: samsiangas Central Heating & Gas Boiler Service, Installation & Repair Competive rates. All work guaranteed. See our website or call for details of our 2012 special offers. Gas Safe Registered - 508441
Tel: 01732 883544 Mobile: 07748 780811 Contact: Gerald Wicks wicksgas@btinternet.com Service, repair & installation of central heating, boilers, cookers, fires, warm air units. Power flushing, plumbing, landlord certificates, free advice/quotation. Gas Safe registered and insured.
GENEALOGY Another Branch in your Tree Family History Research Tel: 01892 802020 (Please dial FULL area code, incl from the 01892 area) Contact: Carol www.anotherbranchinyourtree.co.uk Friendly, professional, local company with a passion for genealogy! Trace your ancestors back to at least 1837. Copies of original certificates & census returns. Pay-as-you-go service to suit your requirements & budget. **Initial discussion and first ½ hour research FREE **
I Am Kitchens Tel: 01732 667675 sales@iamkitchens.com www.iamkitchens.com Replace the high cost of a new fitted kitchen by replacing the doors! (See Front Page Colour Ad)
KITCHENS & BATHROOMS Streetens Ltd Tel: 01892 834097 www.streetens.co.uk ed@streetens.co.uk Local, family run business. FREE estimates with highly competitive rates. References available. Providing all manner of Kitchen and Bathroom installations and re-design services. Friendly & reliable service.
HANDYMAN Dave’s Property Maintenance Mobile: 07870 602395 07825 168046 Davidnwood66@btinternet.com david.harman1@sky.com Kitchens/Bathrooms fitted. Plastering/ Coving & Painting Windows fitted. Plumbing, taps and radiators replaced. Laminate flooring, Wall/Floor tiling. Fully insured and no callout/quote fee. All the little jobs covered, reasonable rates.
HOMECARE Audley Care Audley Care Tunbridge Wells Willicombe House, Willicombe Park Royal Tunbridge Wells TN2 3UU Tel: 01892 616769 emmad@audleycare.co.uk www.audleycare.co.uk For care that’s wrapped around you. Special offer available for new customers. (See Colour Ad On Page 4) Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle
l-p LEAFLETS the local Oracle Tel: 01732 844246/521494 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 39,500 leaflets each month in the area of your choice. Call to book your space.
L-P LIGHTING Lakes Lighting Company Lighting & Homeware Showroom Unit 10, Centre Court, Sir Thomas Longley Road, Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent ME2 4BQ Tel: 01634 717242 www.lightingcompanyonline.co.uk Suppliers of Astro Lighting, Diyas, Diyas Home, Endon home and Lighting and many more! Swarovski authorised lighting partner. (See Colour Ad On Page 9)
P PLUMBING Apollo Plumbing Tel: 01892 833405 Mobile: 07886 306556 Gas Safe Registered. All gas and plumbing work undertaken. Boiler replacement and servicing, cylinder and pump exchanges, heating system power flushing. Kitchen and bathroom full installation. Emergency call out. Free estimates. All areas covered.
Loft Ladders
Carol’s Plumbing
Tel: 01732 840744 (Evening) Mobile: 07751 256725 (Day) Contact: Michael
Mobile: 07811 815193
Loft ladders supplied and fitted with a hinged hatch. Also loft flooring. Qualified City and Guilds carpenter. Fully insured for your peace of mind. All work guaranteed. WILL MATCH ANY ESTIMATE. FREE QUOTATIONS.
Reliable female plumber No job too small Taps to full bathroom Fully insured Works with Bob the tiler for the complete job.
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Chartered Physiotherapist Back, neck, general injuries Sports injuries Acupuncture Reasonable Rates Home visits, weekends 45 mins treatments
Tel: 01732 352494 Mobile: 07501 930355
David Rowe Plumbing & Heating Mobile: 07715 266311 droweph@virginmedia.com Gas Safe Registered For all your domestic requirements: Boiler installation, service & repairs Full heating systems Radiators Hot water cylinders Power flushing Gas fires and cookers Bathrooms
Mobile: 07852 315007 Contact: Clive Doughty enquiries@dps-plastering.co.uk www.dps-plastering.co.uk For all your plastering needs. - Re-skims - New ceilings - Repair work etc. We provide a prompt, reliable, local service and are fully insured.
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PLASTERERS DPS Plastering Tonbridge
PLUMBING Servecom Tel: 01622 230346 Mobile: 07854 766446 Contact: Simon Clegg formula4t@gmail.com www.servecom.co.uk emergencyplumberstonbridge.co.uk No call out fee Competitive rates 24 hours No job too small! Call now for free estimate All engineers are fully qualified and Gas Safe Registered.
PRINTER
LOFT LADDERS
BALTIC ROAD PHYSIOTHERAPY Vic Stearn BA(Hons), M.C.S.P., SRP
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DL Plumbing Addington Tel: 01732 844746 Mobile: 07792 670141 All plumbing work undertaken. From a dripping tap to a new bathroom. Including tiling and flooring. Don’t forget to mention the local Oracle
Aquaguard Roofing Unit 3, Drayton Road, Tonbridge Tel: 01732 370424 clive@aquaguard.co.uk www.aquaguardroofing.co.uk Specialists in roofing works. Upvc fascias, gutters, tiling/slate works Chimney flashing/Repointing High performance Elastomeric felts & Dryseal Fibreglass systems Up to 20yrs guarantee. CORC Reg. Approved Member of KCC ‘Buy With Confidence’ Scheme
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Acacia Tree and Garden Care Tel: 01732 845104 Mobile: 07812 344740 (24 hrs) Contact: Chris Coombs acacia.trees@btinternet.com www.acaciatreecare.co.uk NPTC Qualified tree surgeons. Fully insured. Free written quotations. All tree work undertaken-big or small. Gardening, mowing, fencing, hedges and garden clear ups. All landscaping undertaken. Local resident - on call 24 hours
Howard Caine Conservatories Tel/Fax: 01732 321050 Mobile: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 HowardCaine@Blueyonder.co.uk 20 years experience - Overhauls - Windows - Refurbishments - Porches 10yr Guarantee - Insurance backed Fully registered with FENSA Customer References Available. (See Colour Ad On Page 6)
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USEFUL LOCAL PHONE NUMBERS AGE UK Sevenoaks Tonbridge and District 5 Bradford Street, Tonbridge ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY CHURCHES New Life Church, Hugh Christie Technology College, White Cottage Road, Tonbridge Paddock Wood Baptist Church St Andrews, Tonbridge St Andrews Church, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood St Mary’s Church, Hadlow www.stmaryshadlow.org.uk St Philip’s, Tonbridge saintphilips@tonbridgeparishchurch.org.uk St Justus and St Anselm Roman Catholic Church St Saviour’s, Tonbridge St Stephen’s Church, Waterloo Road, Tonbridge Tonbridge Methodist Church, Higham Lane Tonbridge Evangelical Free Church - Tony Hanson Tonbridge Parish Church, Church Lane, Tonbridge TN9 1HD Independent Community Advice Centre, 64 Commercial Road, TN12 6DP COUNCIL Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council Tunbridge Wells Borough Council DOCTORS Church House Surgery, Church Lane, Tonbridge Dr Jutting & Ptns, 9 Higham Lane, Tonbridge Dunorlan Medical Group, 64 Pembury Road, Tonbridge East Peckham Surgery, The Pound, East Peckham Medical Centre, Hadlow Old School, School Lane, Hadlow Trenchwood Medical Centre, 264 Shipbourne Rd, Tonbridge Warders Medical Centre, 47 East Street, Tonbridge Woodlands Health Centre, Allington Road, Paddock Wood HOSPITALS Tunbridge Wells Hospital LOCAL HALLS 6 in 1 Club, Tonbridge Delarue Hall, Delarue Close, Tonbridge East Peckham Club, The Freehold, East Peckham www.eastpeckhamclub.co.uk Five Oak Green United Church Hall, Badsell Road – Sandra Forsyth Hall, Bradford Street, Tonbridge (Part of Age Concern) Goldsmid Hall, Tudely Lane, Tonbridge Matfield Village Hall - Bev Holmans Paddock Wood Function Hall, Maidstone Road - Ian St Andrews Church, Maidstone Rd, Paddock Wood – bookings@standrewspw.org.uk St Philips, Salisbury Road, Tonbridge Tonbridge Methodist Church, Higham Lane PARKINSON’S UK Tunbridge Wells Branch, Gina PHARMACIES Clarke & Coleman, 140 High Street, Tonbridge East Street Pharmacy, 47 East Street, Tonbridge Field Pharmacy, 11 Old Road, East Peckham G Currie, 4 York Parade, Shipbourne Road, Tonbridge Gosrani, 11 Martin Hardie Way, Tonbridge Hadlow Pharmacy, The Square, Hadlow Paddock Wood Pharmacy, 12 Commercial Road, Paddock Wood Quarry Hill Pharmacy, 25 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge POLICE SAMARITANS SCHOOLS Cage Green Primary School, Cage Green Rd, Tonbridge Capel Community Primary School, Five Oak Green Rd, East Peckham Primary School, 130 Pound Road Longmead School, Waveney Road, Tonbridge Paddock Wood Primary School, Old Kent Rd, Paddock Wood St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Nursery School Fisher Hall, Lyons Crescent, Tonbridge St Margarets Clitherow Catholic Primary, Trench Rd, Tonbridge St Stephens Primary School, Royal Rise, Tonbridge Slade Primary School, The Slade, Tonbridge Woodlands Infant School, Higham School Rd, Tonbridge
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EVENTS PAGE Tuesdays
10am Zumba at Paddock Wood Masonic Hall (Changed from Monday until beginning of March).
Wednesdays Thursdays Thursday (1st)
6.30pm Zumba at Yalding Village Hall 7pm Zumba at Horsmonden Village Hall 2pm Paddock Wood WI in the Wallis Room, St Andrews Church, Paddock Wood. 01892 832130.
Thursday 13 February 2pm PW U3A Monthly Meeting. Talk will be given by Jeremy Batch titled “Invaders, Explorers and Shipbuilders”. Non Members £3. For U3A information contact Fred Lemont on 01892 833413. Saturday 15 February 10.30am Tonbridge and Malling Ramblers meet at Tonbridge, Cranford Road eastern junction with A26 Hadlow Rd. 8 ½ mile walk, graded Moderate, details from walk leader 07939 348 189 Sunday 16 February
10am Tonbridge and Malling Ramblers meet at Tonbridge Swimming Pool CP, TQ589467, 6 ½ mile walk, graded leisurely, dogs welcome, details from walk leader 01622 717 316
Wed 19 February
7.45pm RSPB Meeting at St Philip’s Church, Salisbury Road, Tonbridge, TN10 4PA “Birds and Wildlife of the Indian Sub-Continent” with John Buckingham
Thursday 20 February 10.30am-1.30pm Wild Child Chilled, Cinderhill Woods, Matfield (TN12 7EF) Keep warm in the wood with our winter survival skills session, fire lighting, outdoor cooking and woodland crafts. Booking Essential - 10.30am to 1.30pm. All tools and training will be provided. 01580 212972 Sunday 23 February
10.30am Tonbridge and Malling Ramblers meet at Wateringbury, Old Teston Road (opp North Pole PH) at far end, 6 milk walk, graded Moderate, dogs on leads please, details from 01732 841 078
Wed 26 February
2.15pm The Tonbridge Flower Arrangement Club at Medway Hall of the Angel Centre, Tonbridge. Demonstrator will be Gill Smaggasgale entitled "Listening in Colour" followed by a social tea. £5.
Thursday 27 February 7:30pm North Tonbridge Flower Arrangers’ at The Medway Hall, The Angel Centre, TN9 1SF. £5 Monday 3 March
10am-12noon WEA starts a 5 week course 'What Makes Grand Opera Grand'. Price £39.50 at St Stephens Community Centre, 35 Waterloo Rd, Tonbridge TN9 2SW. Information 01732 366346
Saturday 29 March
10am-2pm Easter Extravaganza at Tonbridge Parish Church, Church Lane, TN9 1HD. Follow the Easter Trail – Try crafts, activities and games – Food and drink Something for all the family!
Saturday 5 April
1.30-4pm Tonbridge Lions ‘Good as new sale’ at St Philip's Church, Salisbury Road, Tonbridge
Monday 5 May
The Harwoods Cup Challenge Triathlon with Tonbridge Lions. To book a place go to www.ton bridgelions.co.uk and click on the Triathlon 2014 tab or call 07549 949615
Sunday 18 May
Tonbridge Lions 33rd Annual Charity Walk. To register your interest in this walk, please contact John Ruck on 01732 351711 or e-mail john.ruck@btinternet.com.
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