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BUILDING SERVICES
Paul Tann Ltd m: 07873 965231
c: Paul
e: info@paultann.co.uk www.paultann.co.uk
Specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving. Fully insured. All work guaranteed. Established over 20 years.
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 & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING
Homefresh
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(See Colour Ad On Page 21)
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CHARITY
Heart Of Kent Hospice
t: 01622 792220
e: enquiries@hokh.co.uk
www.hokh.org
CHARITY
Royal British Legion Industries
t: 01622 795986
e: fundraising@rbli.co.uk
www.rbli.co.uk
CHARITY
Spadework
a: Teston Road, Offham, West Malling, ME19 5NA
t: 01732 870002
www.spadework.org.uk
CITIZENS ADVICE
Citizens Advice
East Malling Outreach
a: The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way, East Malling, ME19 6SD Tuesday 10am to 12.30pm
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
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!
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.
Computer setup. Virus removal Software installation. Internet & email troubleshooting. Training & advice. Fixed prices - no hourly rates.
Talking can make a difference info@amadeacounselling.co.uk 07412 819028
JP’s Decorating
DECORATORS
Rathbone Decorating Services
t: 01622 721491
m: 07753 487796
c: Robert
(See Colour Ad On Page 24)
DECORATORS
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) COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY
70 Churchill Square, Kings Hill West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU www.amadeacounselling.co.uk
Quote First5 to get 5% off first 5 sessions
DECORATORS
DECORATORS
Lucy-Anne
Mark Standen Decorating Services
t: 01622 721428
m: 07845 744911
(See Colour Ad On Page 22)
Decorating & Design by
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
Peter James Decorating
m: 07703 570320 or 07771 933953
e: contact@peterjamesdecorating.co.uk
Based in West Malling and servicing surrounding areas in Kent.
All aspects of domestic painting and wallpapering, virtually dust free sanding and no job is too small. City and Guilds qualified and fully insured.
Offering a professional and reliable service with competitive pricing.
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.
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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.
Central heating. 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 & 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 19
GYM/HEALTH CLUB
The Summit Gym
a: Fair Oak Crescent, ME20 7YT
www.rbli.co.uk/thesummitgym
(See Colour Ad On Page 27)
DISTRIBUTORS
HANDYMAN
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
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.
LOGS & FIREWOOD
Logs & Firewood
c: Roger m: 07831 499952
e: roger@gluckpe.co.uk
Seasoned hardwood logs delivered to your door.
Log nets, Dumpy bags, bulk loose loads and kindling nets. Wax fire lighters.
Log splitting service. Lumpwood charcoal. Instant light charcoal. Smoking woodships in Oak, Apple, Cherry and Hickory.
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)
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.
St Stephen‘s Church, Waterloo Road, Tonbridge, TN9 2SW
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.
SOLICITORS
Diligent Law Solicitors
a: 20 Churchill Square, ME19 4YU
t: 01732 316000
e: info@diligentlaw.co.uk
www.diligentlaw.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 13)
SOLICITORS
Laker Legal Solicitors
t: 01732 757071
e: info@lakerlegal.co.uk
www.lakerlegal.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 15)
SOLICITORS
Markham Family Law
a: 43 Swan Street, ME19 6HF
t: 01622 234242
e: enquiries@mflaw.co.uk
www.mflaw.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 16)
CUT OFF DATE
15TH SEPT
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 22)
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 WATCHES & JEWELLERY
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.
e: info@hart-time.co.uk www.hart-time.co.uk
WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING
Humphrey & Scace
t: 01732 252540
e: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk
www.humphreyandscace.co.uk
(See Colour Ad On Page 14)
WINDOWS & REPAIRS
The Window Man
m: 07961 442810
e: johnnytheglass@gmail.com
(See Colour Ad On Page 24)
House, Sir Thomas Longley Road, Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4DP
Seaplane
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 specialise in the following
* New Conservatories
* Refurbishment
* Window/Doors
* Overhauls
* Soffits/Facia
* Misted / broken units
* Guttering
* Handles/Hinges
* Fensa Registered
* Fully insured
* Garage Doors
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Leaflet Print & Distribution
5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just £345+vat
Rathbone Decorating Services
t: 01622 721491 m: 07753 487796
Painting and decorating. Interior and exterior.
Special rates for pensioners. Wallpapering and coving. Free estimates. Friendly personal services.
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
Victorian character, cozy home, with free parking
Have you got family coming to stay? Not enough room in the house for friends to stay?
Having work done in your house and need to get out but stay close by?
Entire townhouse in West Malling.
2 bedrooms (3 beds)
4 guests
2 bathrooms
Pets welcome
Superhost Anna 07939 248983
Student Hosts Needed in Your Area
*upto £7500 per year
Become a host family with MHS – Medway Homestays Ltd
MHS are looking for host families for our European short stay students and teachers in your area now! It’s fantastic opportunity to put your spare room to work and make additional income for those extra treats or just to help financially.
Being a host is a totally unique experience and an opportunity for you and your family to meet and learn about different cultures, maybe learn a new language and meet some lifelong friends along the way. You don’t have to be a family to host for MHS you can be single or retired, we are just looking for kind and welcoming homes for our guests.
What does hosting involve?
Guests will require a room to sleep and relax, they can share a room and if you have enough space in your home you can host up to four guests per stay. Guests spend their days either in class or on excursions. They will require breakfast, a packed lunch and evening meal. Guests need to be dropped off at our meeting point by 07:45 and we will require picking up around 19:00, leaving you free to go to work or continue with your day. Most importantly they need to feel welcomed and part of your home life. Our students
Our students are aged between 12 and 17 they are usually travelling with their school as part of a cultural educational trip and want to experience the British way. These stays last normally 3 to 7 nights. We also host students as part of our language immersion stay; these students usually attend language lessons as well as seeing some of our amazing attractions. These stays last between 6 and 14 nights. With both stays, students are out all day.
What we guarantee.
• 24 hr support throughout the stay by your designated local organiser.
• Friendly Welcoming Team
• Confidence that you are working with one of the largest Homestay providers in the South East.
• Member of British Education and Travel Association (BETA)
If you are interested check us out on www.medwayhomestay.com or contact us on: Lisa S - 07971 719114 Megan - 07973 732004 Lisa Y - 07766 720 313
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 to 9-45pm Short Mat Bowls at Ryarsh Village Hall – All are welcome.
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 children
2 years+, 10am for Crawlers and Toddlers and 10.45am for 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
Sunday 7 September 9am Tonbridge Lions Dragon Boat Racing.
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. (See Page 26) 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 Village Hall. Chris Baker 01732 873705. 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 (1st) 1.30-4.30pm Maidstone Sugarcraft ((excl. Aug) at West Borough Primary School, Greenway, 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.
Sunday 7 September 11am-4pm KHPC presents End Of Summer Party at Kings Hill Community Centre.
Sunday 14 & 21 Sept 10am - 3pm, Open Days, Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom, New Rd, Ditton, ME20 6AE
Wednesday 17 Sept from 7.40pm Talk by Bob Ogley on Doodle Bugs and Rockets in Wateringbury VH. Visitors £7
Thursday 18 September 10.30-1pm Allington Market at St Nicholas Church Hall, ME16 0DE. Crafts & cafe. Free entry.
Friday 19-27 September Music @ Malling. Outstanding music in historic venues. (P27)
Saturday 20 September Repair Cafe, Larkfield Village Hall (P27)
Saturday 20 Sept 10.30am-4pm Wateringbury Church, Tonbridge Rd. History Society, Heritage and WW2 Display to mark the 80th Anniversary of the end of WW2. Parish Registers of Baptisms and Marriages will also be on display.
Sunday 21 Sept 2.30pm Terry Bird is leading a History Walk around Wateringbury with an emphasis on the Blue Plaques and WW2. Booking is essential - please email: wateringburyhistorysociety@gmail.com
Friday 26 September 10.30-1pm Macmillan Coffee Morning. Stephen Gay Funerals 39-41 High St, West Malling (P3)
Sunday 5 October 9am Run Kent Tonbridge Half Marathon, 10K & 5K www.runkent.com
Sunday 26th October 10am to 3pm, Open Day, Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom, New Rd, Ditton, ME20 6AE
