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2017 l Internet problems and slow computers l WebHosting / Webdesign l Laptop/Computer Repairs l Network Installs l Router/Range Extender Configuration l Printer Installation and system set ups l CCTV Home Systems l Just Â£45 for the first hour to diagnose or fix

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Making whatever computer or tv/audio stuff you have do what it should do!

News the local

Dear Readers Welcome to our birthday edition of the local Oracle.

Suite 23, 10 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales t: 01732 525805 Anna Artwork/Sales t: 01732 525806 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk Cut off dates for advertising in the February editions are: • S evenoaks 15th February • Malling 15th February • Maidstone 20th February • Tonbridge 20th February thelocaloracle thelocaloracle

It seems only yesterday that we were sitting at the kitchen table trying to work out a way to help residents in the fairly new community, Kings Hill, find local businesses. We started with a small publication of just 2,000 and over the past 13 years have increased in size and area covering Malling, Maidstone, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks with 58,500 monthly copies. We took on leaflet distribution and have had a number of websites, as technology has improved, but are now very excited to launch our best website yet! During February this will be online and ready for you to do searches and read more about each of our advertisers. We apologise to everyone about the long wait but thank you for your patience whilst we experienced some difficulties and changed website companies. All editions can be found on our current website www.thelocaloracle.co.uk and you can find day to day changes for events or advertisers on facebook.com/ thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/thelocaloracle. We look forward to hearing your feedback. Have a great month.

Anna & Jane

We are currently working on a new website too! To see the online version of the local Oracle, Advertisers and local events go to......

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Malling EDITION

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We now have 4 editions with a distribution totalling 58,500 homes and businesses. Every 1/4, 1/2 and full page colour advert comes with: A-Z category advert and a page on our website. We can print, supply leaflets and distribute 1,000 to 58,500 leaflets for you. Just tell us which areas you would like to target . Each monthly edition can be found on our website where you can flick through the pages online. You can have a page on our website which includes 4 photos, a video, text and links to your website and social media. This is our business and you will only speak to us!

Anna & Jane

Maidstone EDITION

15k

East Peckham Five Oak Green Hadlow Matfield Paddock Wood Tonbridge Southborough

Tonbridge Edition

15k

Chipstead Dunton Green Kemsing Otford Riverhead Seal Sevenoaks

Sevenoaks Edition

12k Anna - Artwork/Sales t: 01732 525806 e: anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk

Jane - Accounts/Sales t: 01732 525805 e: jane@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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HOME & GARDEN

‘THE AERIAL MAN’

Family business - established 30 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 CCTV Installation

Tel: 01892 834334 or: 01622 871614 TONBRIDGE

DON’T RISK BLOCKED GUTTERS.... exposing your home to damp & rot The all new Sky Vac Cleaning system prevents costly repairs • Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 4 storeys. • 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 NO MESS NO FUSS

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HOME & GARDEN

E UR HO ONS 24 RESP UR HO

YOUR LOCAL DRAINAGE SOLUTION l Blockages, Domestic & Commercial l Descaling & CCTV Surveys l Lining Repairs l Excavations l Soakaways l No call out charge l Card payments Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Hadlow, East Peckham, Five Oak Green, Matfield, Southborough.

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Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Part of Rolin Cleaning Services Ltd

Professional, Family Run, Local Cleaning Company Carpet Cleaning | Rug Cleaning | Upholstery Cleaning | Wood Floor Restoration Leather Cleaning & Repair | Marble & Stone Restoration | Spot and Stain Removal Amtico Floor Care Every Carpet Clean Customer Receives a Free Spot & Stain Remover! Give the Willson family a call for a free inspection and quotation All Work Fully Insured Telelephone: 01732 872 199 | 07874 005 135 Website: www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk Email: info@rolin.cc

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HOME & GARDEN

MR CARPENTER

Carpentry, decorating, general property repairs, doors fitted, built in bookcase units, kitchens fitted, decking, general building work. No job too small. Call Rod: 07540 896320 Eve: 01732 358592 Email: rodchp625k@hotmail.co.uk DONâ€™T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

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HOME & GARDEN l PLUMBING - Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks. All plumbing undertaken.

l HEATING - Leaking or blocked radiators and boiler breakdowns. l GAS - New boilders installed, boilders repaired and serviced. l DRAINAGE - Drain cleaning, jetting and repairs.

Covering Tonbridge and surrounding areas.

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Category the local News CONTACT DETAILS COLOUR ADVERTS Accountants - AIMS - J & H Accounting Services Ltd - S D Accounting Services Ltd* - TaxAssist Accountants p5 - The Accountancy Practice Aerials - The Aerial Man p6 Artist - Christopher Marshall Bathroom Installations - Nightingale Bathrooms p9 Bereavement Support - Friends Together Blinds - Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p12 Building Services - Any Aspect Builders Ltd* - Landworx Ltd - R Blackman - Sterling Construction p11 Business Networking - BNI Weald Valley p5 Business Opportunity - Forever Living Products - Utility Warehouse Care Services - The KYC Hub Carpentry - Mr Carpenter P9 - Norris Carpentry & Construction Ltd - Paul Anthony Interiors p9 - RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning - Homefresh p8 - Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd p8 Chimney Sweep - James Golding Chimney Sweep* Computer Support - Altone Computers Ltd - PW Computer Solutions - Tonbridge IT p1 Conservatories - Howard Caine Conservatories p7 Decorators - Andrew Baxter - Mark Howland - Home Improvements

Denture Care - CDC Complete Denture Care p12 Double Glazing - Trade Glaze p24 Double Glazing Repairs - DG Solutions (Kent) Limited Drainage & Plumbing - Fedurco Solutions Limited p8 Electricians - Domestic & Residential Electrical Services - Fox Electrical Contractors Fencing - Crestala Fencing Centre p6 - J Harper Fencing & Landscaping - Tate Fencing p12 Fitness & Wellbeing - Forever Living p12 Garage Doors - Garage Door Associates Garden Landscape - Checkley Landscapes* - Wayne’s Gardens Garden Landscape & Design - Utopia Landscapes & Design Ltd Garden Maintenance - Garden Maintenance Mark Apps - Summit Gardens Gas & Heating Services - Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating p6* - KG Plumbing* - Wicks Gas Gutter Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd p6 - SW Fascia Fix Handyman - Dave’s Property Maintenance Hairdresser - Linda’s Hair At Home* Homecare - Age UK Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle Loft Ladders & Hatches - Loft Ladders Mediumship - Maidstone Spiritual Development Centre* Money Saving - Utility Warehouse Oven Cleaners - Oven Angels

Pet Shop - Fish & Coe Aquatics Plumbers - R J Plumbing - TNP Nelson Plumbing p11 Printers - Scarbutts p5 Recruitment - Audley Care p3* Removals - GP Removals Roofing - Aquaguard Roofing Theatre School - Razzamataz Theatre Schools Tree Surgeon - Acacia Tree Care Windows - Howard Caine Conservatories p9 - Keith Bunyon - Trade 2 Trade Windows Limited p10 - Trade Glaze p24

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A-B ACCOUNTANTS

ACCOUNTANTS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

TaxAssist Accountants

Nightingale Bathrooms

a: Paddock Wood Shop - Free parking t: 0845 5212241 or 01892 834411 c: Gary or Tina Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk Free initial discussion. Full range of services for small businesses. Fixed fees. Friendly local service.

(See Colour Ad On Page 5) ACCOUNTANTS

The Accountancy Practice

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

m: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk 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 9)

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT

Friends Together

www.friendstogetherbs.org Supporting bereaved people in West Kent. 8 monthly weekday lunch meetings in Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Paddock Wood, Hadlow, East Peckham and Pembury. Also alternate Saturday and Sunday meetings from 2.30pm - 4.30pm

ACCOUNTANTS

AERIALS

BLINDS

J & H Accounting Services Ltd

The Aerial Man

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd

a: 31 Clover Way, Paddock Wood Kent TN12 6BQ. t: 01892 838916 f: 01892 834366 c: Jason Dennis FCCA, MAAT, ATT. e: jadacca@hotmail.com Year end accounts, management accounts, business start ups, VAT, personal and company tax returns. Fixed Fee.

t: 01892 834334 01622 871614 Satellite TV in all rooms. New digital aerials. CCTV Installations 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 6)

a: Unit 2 Albans Farm, Romford Road Pembury, Kent TN2 4BB t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 c: Stuart Munday e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com We manufacture, supply & install all types of internal & external blinds & awnings, along with solar control & security window films. (See Colour Advert On Page 12)

ACCOUNTANTS

ARTIST

BUILDING SERVICES

SD Accounting Services Ltd

Christopher Marshall

Any Aspect Builders Ltd

t: 01732 369250 m: 07885 418318 c: Steve Draper e: stevdrap@aol.com

Full range of services including: Business start ups, bookkeeping, tax returns, year end statutory accounts, monthly management accounts, VAT, payroll etc. A friendly and professional service at fixed fees.

a: Luddesdowne, Nr Meopham t: 01474 813434 e: info@christopher-marshall.co.uk www.christopher-marshall.co.uk Pencil portraits from photographs and classic motorcycle prints.

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t: 01622 729536 m: 07407764555 c: Kieron e: info@anyaspectbuilders.co.uk www.anyaspectuilders.co.uk Extensions, Loft conversions, Kitchens, Refurbishments, Bathrooms, Driveways Patios. Over 20 Years experience. Fully insured, Chas approved Free Quotes Reference’s Available. WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

Landworx Ltd

Forever Living Products

Mr Carpenter

t: Evening 01732 358592 m: 07540 896320 e: rodchp625k@hotmail.co.uk

All aspects of groundwork and construction in the South East of England, foundations, drainage, paving, driveways and much more! All works guaranteed and fully insured.

m: 07939 248983 c: Anna Marshall e: info@annaforeverhealthy.co.uk www.annaforeverhealthy.co.uk Uncapped & willable income stream. Flexible - start part-time, and build a full time income. Global franchise operating in over 160 countries worldwide. Unique product range. Est. 33 years. Call for more information today!

BUILDING SERVICES

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Distributor Network Marketing Business t: 01732 521494 c: Jane Marshall e: jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.make-moneywithme.co.uk

Norris Carpentry & Construction Limited

m: 07464 856603 e: office@landworxltd.com

R Blackman General Maintenance t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman1@btinternet.com www.rb-gm.co.uk

Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork. Interior and exterior painting. Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided.

Carpentry, decorating, general property repairs, doors fitted, built in bookcase units, kitchens fitted, decking, general building work. No job too small. (See Colour Ad On Page 9)

t: 01732 352363 m: 07795 677791 c: Stuart e: norriscarpentry@sky.com

Loft conversions, cut and pitch roofs, doors, windows, kitchens, flooring, decking etc. Fully qualified and insured. Free estimates and a clean reliable service.

BUILDING SERVICES

CARPENTRY

Sterling Construction Works Ltd

Paul Anthony Interiors

t: Freephone 0800 689 3968 contactus@sterlingconstructionworks.co.uk www.sterlingconstructionworks.co.uk Extensions, Conservatories, Brickwork, Drainage, Driveways, Patios, Paving, Decking, Kitchens and Bathrooms. (See Colour Ad On Page 11)

BUSINESS NETWORKING

m: 07719 117250 e: info@paulanthonycarpentry.co.uk

C CARE SERVICES

Carpentry and joinery. Laminate wood flooring. Kitchen installations. Radiator Covers. Made to measure sliding wardrobes. Cupboards, units and shelving. No job too big or too small. 25 years experience. Call for free, no obligation quote. Discount to local Oracle readers. (See Colour Advert On Page 9) CARPENTRY

RED Carpentry BNI Weald Valley The Hadlow Manor Hotel We meet every Friday morning at 6.30am. Call Neil Hart to book your place! 07747 781155 (See Colour Ad On Page 5) 16

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t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon Exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted. All types of windows. Solid & laminate flooring. Kitchens fitted. All types of carpentry work undertaken. Over 30 years experience. DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

CARPET CLEANING

COMPUTER SUPPORT

DECORATORS

Homefresh

PW Computer Solutions

Andrew Baxter

t: Freephone 0800 6942024 Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer. 50% discount. Specialist Fabric Treatment. Stainshield, Deodorising Treatment, Anti-Allergy Treatment, Conditioner.

a: Based in Paddock Wood t: 01892 836374 or 01892 576376 m: 07940 829206 e: info@pwc-solutions.co.uk www.pwc-solutions.co.uk

a: Paddock Wood t: 01892 459818 c: Andrew Baxter Professional and reliable service at reasonable prices. Interior and exterior work undertaken. Call now for a free estimate.

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Computer problems? We carry out computer health checks, virus removals, upgrades, broadband set ups and much more. Call us for a free assessment.

CARPET CLEANING

COMPUTER SUPPORT

DECORATORS

Tonbridge IT

Mark Howland

Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd

Family run carpet cleaning company. Also upholstery cleaning, Stain removal, Stainguard protection & leather suite cleaning. NCCA and IICRC Certified. (See Colour Advert On Page 8)

t: 01732 809104 m: 07438 392992 e: info@tonbridgeIT.co.uk www.tonbridgeIT.co.uk Internet problems & slow computers WebHosting / Webdesign Laptop/Computer Repairs Network Installs/CCTV Home Systems Router/Range Extender Configuration Printer Installation & system set ups Just £45 first hour to diagnose or fix (See Front Page Ad)

CHIMNEY SWEEP

CONSERVATORIES

James Goldring Chimney Sweep

Howard Caine Conservatories

t: 01732 872199 m: Chrissie on 07801 561696 John on 07860 100295 e: info@rolin.cc www.rolincleaningservices.co.uk

m: 07738 910962 t: 01892 249008 jamesgoldringchimneysweep.co.uk Fast, clean, reliable & friendly service covering the South East. • Fully insured • Certificates for insurance given • All types of flue swept & vacuumed • Nests removed. We support our local wildlife rescue centre and always rehome birds. Find us on Facebook and Yell!

a: Tonbridge t: 01732 359550 m: 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.

DECORATORS

t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 a: 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 7)

HOME IMPROVEMENTS For a free estimate call Sean on Mobile: 07969 658314 Tel: 01892 329389 Plastering Painting and Decorating General Home Improvements

COMPUTER SUPPORT

DENTURE CARE

ALTONE Computers Ltd

CDC Complete Denture Care

t: 01892 835089 m: 07771 707035 c: 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

m: 07758 139306 c: Paul

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Broken denture? - Cracked? - Broken? - Missing teeth? - In need of a clean? If you can’t come to me, i’ll come to you! (See Colour Ad On page 12) WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK

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DOUBLE GLAZING

ELECTRICIANS

FITNESS & WELLBEING

Trade Glaze

Fox Electrical Contractors

Forever Living Products

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

FENCING

GARAGE DOORS

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

Crestala Fencing Centre

Garage Door Associates

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 yrs Exp.

Suppliers of fencing, gates and decking for DIY or trade. Est. 1965.

DRAINAGE & PLUMBING

FENCING

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Ferdurco Solutions Limited

J Harper Fencing & Landscaping

Checkley Landscapes

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.

ELECTRICIANS

FENCING

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Domestic & Residential Electrical Services

Tate Fencing

Wayne’s Gardens

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.

Suppliers of fencing materials. Visit our Tonbridge depot.

a: Units 8&9 Kilnbridge Works Lower Road, East Farleigh Maidstone Kent ME15 0HD t: 01622 725444 f: 01622 721111 e: 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)

Independent Offham Business Double Glazing Problems Solved t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk

t: 01732 252112 e: enquiries@fedurcosolutions.co.uk www.ferdurcosolutions.co.uk For all your drainage needs. Fast and reliable service. Emergency 24 hours. All blockages. Domestic and commercial. All plumbing work. (See Colour Ad On Page 8)

t: 01622 870147 m: 07515 159821 e: info@darelectric.co.uk www.darelectric.co.uk

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a: Tonbridge m: 07712 635942 Ben 07778 027947 Patrick A friendly reliable family business with over 40 years experience. No job is too big or too small. Anything from replacing light fittings, switches and sockets, partial and full rewires, oustide lights and outside sockets, safety testing. Free Estimates. No call out charge. NICEIC Registered.

a: Showroom and Head Office 18 Holborough Road, Snodland t: 01732 590085 www.garagedoors4you.co.uk

a: South Farm, Langton Green Tunbridge Wells, TN39 9JN t: 01892 864646 e: info@crestalafencing.co.uk www.crestalafencing.co.uk

Supply and install all makes and styles of garage door. Repairs and Spares Automation DIY advice Awnings Recommended by Kent Trading Standards

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t: 01580 213517 m: 07866 449028 c: James Harper e: j.harperfencing@gmail.com

t: 01732 852596 e: sales@tatefencing.co.uk www.tatefencing.co.uk

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m: 07939 248983 c: Anna Marshall e: info@annaforeverhealthy.co.uk www.annaforeverhealthy.co.uk Three programmes to help you kickstart your transformation and create good habits for life. Forever have many different products to enhance your life so why not have a party with friends at own home and try some of them. (See Colour Ad On Page 12)

t: 01732 351044 m: 07980 821795 c: Eddie Checkley e: ejcheckley@hotmail.co.uk

t: 01732 852022 m: 07979 751239 e: waynemvidler@gmail.com All aspects of hard & soft landscaping. Tree & hedge work. Border work. Lawn/garden maintenance. Turfing. Decking. Raised beds. Fencing. Paths & Patios. Brick walls. Garden clearances. Pressure cleaning. Free estimates and advice. DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

G GARDEN LANDSCAPE & DESIGN

Utopian landscape + design Ltd. Time to create your ideal outdoor space and give you a garden to love and enjoy ready for next summer. Full garden design and implemetation service, free initial consultation and site visit. Please visit our website. Tel: 01732 773 821 Mobile: 07811 374319 Contact: Stephen J Johnson www.utopianlandscapeanddesign.com GARDEN MAINTENANCE

Garden Maintenance 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.

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GAS & HEATING SERVICES

HANDYMAN

K.G.Plumbing Ltd

Dave’s Property Maintenance

-Plumbing & heating -Gas safe registered engineer -Boiler installation, service & repairs -Landlord certificates -Gas Safety checks -Bathroom installation/design -Powerflushing

Qualified plumber. Kitchens/Bathrooms fitted. Taps and radiators replaced/fitted. Plastering and painting. Windows fitted. Laminate flooring, Wall/Floor tiling. Fully insured & no callout/quote fee. All the little jobs covered, reasonable rates.

07708 386571 Griggsk@live.co.uk

m: 07873 526169 e: davidnwood66@btinternet.com

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GAS & HEATING SERVICES

HAIRDRESSER

Wicks Gas

t: 01732 883544 m: 07748 780811 c: Gerald Wicks e: 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.

Linda’s Hair at Home

Friendly Personal Hairdresser Linda McDonald L’Oréal & London Trained International Experience Very Competitive Rates 10% off Family and Friends group Bookings Please call Linda on 07810 748073

GARDEN MAINTENANCE

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS

HOMECARE

Summit Gardens

Bramko Ltd

Age UK

t: 01892 833000 m: 07932 184440 c: Jason Large e: jason@summitgardens.co.uk www.summitgardens.co.uk Professional Garden Care. Specialist in maintenance and development of existing gardens. Expert pruning, plant knowledge & planting. Turfing, lawn maintenance, strimming, hedge cutting, weeding. Horticulturally qualified. Over 14 years of experience.Friendly and reliable service.

t: 01732 357660 m: 07899 894838 c: Mark Killick e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk www.bramko.co.uk Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 4 storeys. Weed moss & grime removal to prevent blockage. Free estimates and onsite cleaning demonstration. (See Colour Ad On Page 6)

Sevenoaks & Tonbridge e: bob@ageuksevenoaksandtonbridge.org.uk ageuksevenoaksandtonbridge.org.uk Volunteers wanted for many essential roles in the community. - Helping out in reception/office. - Helping out in our day centres. - Helping to fundraise. Email to find out more information.

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS

LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION

Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating

S W Fascia Fix m: 07522 581449 c: Simon Woodger e: swfasciafix@gmail.com www.swfasciafix.co.uk

the local Oracle

t: 01622 725558 m: 07968 424228 e: ben@bpterry.co.uk

Experienced Qualified Plumbing and Heating Engineer offers; Free Quotations for all your heating and plumbing requirements, No job too small, All calls handled promptly and efficiently. (See Colour Ad On Page 6)

www.facebook.com/SWFasciaFix Gutter cleaning service. Fascia, Soffit, Guttering & roof repairs & replacements. Double glazing repairs & replacements to windows & doors. Friendly service at very competitive prices with over 15 years experience. Free quotations.

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t: 01732 844246/521494 e: info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk From production to distribution. We can help you reach new customers for your business. We can distribute from 1,000 up to 58,500 leaflets each month in the area of your choice. Call to book your space.

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L-M LOFT LADDERS & HATCHES

OVEN CLEANERS

PET SHOP

Oven Angels

Fish & Coe Aquatics

t: 01892 514552 m: 07901 857608 www.ovenangels.co.uk Female oven cleaning team using environmentally approved bio degradable, eco friendly products. Now in their 17th year. Prices from £45. Fully insured. As written in the Evening Standard & Daily Telegraph.

MEDIUMSHIP

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a: Drayton Road, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 2BE t: 01732 350474 e: Fish-coe@hotmail.co.uk Facebook/Fishcoe www.fish-coe.co.uk/ Marine fish/ Tropical and Coldwater Aquaria, Ro Water and saltwater available .Live foods and Frozen for fish and reptiles. A wide range of quality dry goods! 30 yrs Experience . PLUMBERS

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R. J. Plumbing

m: 07590 665525 c: Ricky Jones e: rickyjplumbing@gmail.com Local reliable plumber. All domestic plumbing covered, from changing a washer in your dripping tap, to installing a full bathroom suite. Boiler servicing, full central heating installs, Landlord certificates & maintenance. No job too small, all work guaranteed, no call out charge, 10% discount to over 65’s.

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Utility Warehouse

TNP Nelson Plumbing

Authorised Distributor t: 01732 521494 m: 07912 878830 c: Jane www.save-moneywithme.co.uk I can show you how to make great savings on your household and business utilities. Ask me for more info or check out my website.

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t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 or 07796 945775 e: HowardCaine@Blueyonder.co.uk

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t: 0371 226 3775 e: recruitment@audleycare.co.uk www.audleycare.co.uk We are now recruiting homecarers in your area to deliver high quality care and domestic support to our customers living in their own homes. Please call if you are interested in joining our friendly Audley Care Team. (See Colour Ad On Page 3) REMOVALS

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Keith Bunyon TONBRIDGE

Claim your child’s FREE Singing, Dance and Drama Session Please call Dave or Linda on 01732 364859 or email tonbridge@razzamataz.co.uk

t: 01732 357376 m: 07885 644373 e: kjjbunyon@aol.com Local Consultant. 32 years exp. Energy efficient ‘A’ Rated and Triple Glazed Windows. High Security Bi-fold, Patio & Composite Doors. Bespoke Conservatories & Porches. Roofline - Fascias, cladding, bargeboards & gutters. Specialist repairs & refurbishments. GGF Member. FENSA registered. Government Approved Trustmark Co. Guarantee & Deposit Insurance. WHICH ‘Trusted Trader’ free quotations and advice.

TREE SURGEON

WINDOWS

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t: 01732 845104 m: 07812 344740 www.acaciatreecare.co.uk NPTC C&G Qualified, Fully insured. Tree work, Hedging, stumpgrinding, hard and soft landscaping, fencing and garden clear ups. Free consultation and written quotations

t: 01634 730053 www.t2twindows.com

February Offers! Why not upgrade your Conservatory with our Energy Efficient Warm Roofs? Massive 45% off until end of Feb 2017. (See Colour Ad On Page 10)

ROOFING

Aquaguard Roofing

a: Unit 3, Drayton Road, Tonbridge t: 01732 370424 e: 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 ‘Checkatrade. com’.

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Trade Glaze

Useful local phone numbers AGE UK Sevenoaks Tonbridge and District 5 Bradford Street, Tonbridge 01732 366100

ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY 01892 835498

CHURCHES

New Life Church, The Old Ambulance Station, Speldhurst Rd, Tunbridge Wells TN4 0JA 01892 687050 Paddock Wood Baptist Church 01892 836786 St Andrews, Tonbridge 01732 770962 St Andrews Church, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood 01892 837617 St Mary’s Church, Hadlow www.stmaryshadlow.org.uk 01732 850238 St Philip’s, Tonbridge 01732 352416 saintphilips@tonbridgeparishchurch.org.uk St Justus Roman Catholic Church 01892 833699 St Saviour’s, Tonbridge 01732 770962 St Stephen’s Church, Waterloo Road, Tonbridge 01732 771977 Tonbridge Methodist Church, Higham Lane 01732 354338 Tonbridge Evangelical Free Church Tony Hanson 01732 359389 Tonbridge Parish Church, Church Lane, Tonbridge TN9 1HD 01732 770962 x20 Independent Community Advice Centre, 64 Commercial Road, TN12 6DP 01892 838619

COUNCIL

Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council 01732 844522 Tunbridge Wells Borough Council 01892 526121

DOCTORS

Tonbridge Medical Group, 9 Higham Lane, Tonbridge. 01732 352907 Tonbridge Medical Group, 64 Pembury Road, Tonbridge. 01732 352907 East Peckham Surgery, The Pound, East Peckham. 01622 871540 Medical Centre, Hadlow Old School, School Lane, Hadlow. 01732 667443

Trenchwood Medical Centre, 264 Shipbourne Rd, Tonbridge. 01732 352784 Warders Medical Centre, 47 East Street, Tonbridge. 01732 770088 Woodlands Health Centre, Allington Road, Paddock Wood. 01892 833331

HOSPITALS

Tunbridge Wells Hospital 01892 823535

LOCAL HALLS

6 in 1 Club, Tonbridge. 01732 358883 Delarue Hall, Delarue Close, Tonbridge. 01732 367917 East Peckham Club, The Freehold, East Peckham www.eastpeckhamclub.co.uk 01622 871339 East Peckham Jubilee Hall Complex www.eastpeckham-pc.gov.uk 01622 871309 Five Oak Green United Church Hall, Badsell Road – chadmin@tudeley.org 01892 833241 Forsyth Hall, Bradford Street, Tonbridge (Part of Age Concern) 01732 366100 Goldsmid Hall, Tudely Lane, Tonbridge 01892 835137 Matfield Village Hall - Bev Holmans 01892 722317 Paddock Wood Function Hall, Maidstone Road - Kelly 01892 835674 Paddock Wood Masonic Hall, Maidstone Rd. PaddockWoodMasonicHall@gmail.com 07443 922735 St Andrews Church, Maidstone Rd, Paddock Wood – bookings@standrewspw.org.uk 07527 340113 St Philips, Salisbury Road, Tonbridge 01732 352416 Tonbridge Methodist Church, Higham Lane 01732 354338 Wesley Centre, Commercial Road, Paddock Wood. 01892 521384 PARKINSON’S UK Tunbridge Wells Branch, Gina 01892 782532, Sevenoaks Jackie 01732 360512

PHARMACIES

Clarke & Coleman, 140 High Street, Tonbridge 01732 353743 East Street Pharmacy, 47 East Street, Tonbridge 01732 770055 Field Pharmacy, 11 Old Road, East Peckham 01622 871409 G Currie, 4 York Parade, Shipbourne Road, Tonbridge. 01732 355550 Gosrani, 11 Martin Hardie Way, Tonbridge 01732 355956 Hadlow Pharmacy, The Square, Hadlow 01732 850259 Paddock Wood Pharmacy, 12 Commercial Road, Paddock Wood. 01892 833203 Quarry Hill Pharmacy, 25 Quarry Hill Road, Tonbridge. 01732 353950

POLICE 01622 690690

SAMARITANS 01892 532323

SCHOOLS

Brenchley and Matfield C Of E Primary School, Brenchley Rd, Tonbridge. 01892 722929 Cage Green Primary School, Cage Green Rd, Tonbridge. 01732 354325 Capel Community Primary School, Five Oak Green Rd. 01892 833919 East Peckham Primary School, 130 Pound Road. 01622 871268 Longmead School, Waveney Road, Tonbridge 01732 350601 Paddock Wood Primary School, Old Kent Rd, Paddock Wood. 01892 833654 St Margarets Clitherow Catholic Primary, Trench Rd, Tonbridge. 01732 358000 St Stephens Primary School, Royal Rise, Tonbridge. 01732 354143 Slade Primary School, The Slade, Tonbridge. 01732 350354 Woodlands Infant School, Higham School Rd, Tonbridge. 01732 353655

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Events MONDAYS

WEDNESDAYS

9.30am Baby Yoga at Peak Fitness, Ton.

9.30am Body Blast at the Angel Centre

9.30am Zumba at the Angel Centre

9.30am Slimming World at St Andrew’s Church, Maidstone Rd. Simone 01892 835877

9.30-10.30am Pilates Masonic Hall Paddock Wood Leisha 07860533102 9.45-11.15am term-time only, Little Pickles – a parent/grandparent/childminder/other & tod dler group at St Andrew’s Church, Paddock Wood. Enquiries to church office, 01892 837617. 2-4.30pm Paddock Wood Bowls Club roll up open to new members.07790 506290 6.30pm PW Ladies Joggers Mixed ability at Commercial Rd carpark, PW. 7.30pm Beginners2Runners at Paddock Wood Primary School. 0-5K in 10 weeks! 8pm Zumba at Wateringbury Primary School. All welcome! Tanya 07531 839159

TUESDAYS (Term time) 9:30-11am Teddies Toddler Group at St. Peter & St. Paul’s Parish Church, Tonbridge. 10.30am Insanity Live at St Stephen’s Comm. Centre, Waterloo Rd, Tonbridge. 07748941101 5.30 & 7.30pm Slimming World at St Andrew’s Church, Maidstone Rd. Simone 01892 835877 6.30-8.30pm Mascalls Youth Centre open for SEN young people. Only £1 7pm Zumba at Wateringbury Village Hall. All welcome! Tanya 07531 839159 (2nd) 7.30pm for 8.00pm Hadlow Flower Club, Old School Hall, Hadlow, TN11 0EH. All welcome Visitors £6. For more info. ring Shirley 01732 367173 or Mary 01732 851212 (3rd) 7.30pm Hadlow WI meeting in the Old School Hall, School Lane,TN11 0EH. We are a thriving and friendly group where you will be very welcome. Visitors £3. (4th) 7.30 for 8pm Hadlow Historical Society, Upper Room St Mary’s Church. Annual fee £10, visitors £2. Mr Bush 01732 850666

9.30-10.30am Nifty Fifties Fitness at Masonic Hall Paddock Wood Leisha 07860533102 10am-12noon New Meditation group in North Ton. £15 per session PAYG. 07932 023 340 10.30-12noon Tots & Co at St Peter & St Paul Church, Tonbridge. Baby club for under 1’s. (1st) 12noon Jazz Club, Hadlow Manor Hotel. Sussex Jazz Kings 01403 822 660 jazzmans1@aol.com (Term) 1:15-2:45pm Tots & Co at St Philip’s Church, Salisbury Road, Tonbridge. Parent/ Carer & Toddler group for 0-4 year olds. 5.30pm & 7.30pm Slimming World at St Luke’s Church Hall, St Luke’s Rd, TW. 01892 835877

(1st) 2pm Paddock Wood WI in the Wallis Room, St Andrews Church, PW. 01892 832130. (3rd) 2-4pm Kent Active Retirement Fellowship, Tonbridge Branch at the Baptist Church Hall, Darenth Avenue, Tonbridge. We welcome anybody who has a KCC pension. (01892 526797) (4th) 7.30pm Paddock Wood Flower Club, Day Centre, Commercial Rd, £5. 01892 836932. (4th) 7.30pm North Tonbridge Flower Arrangers, Medway Hall, Angel Centre. £6. 01892 533851. 7.30pm Beginners2Runners at Paddock Wood Primary School. 0-5K in 10 weeks! 7.45pm Insanity Live at Carroty Wood, Higham Lane, Tonbridge. Info: 07748941101 8.30pm Morris Dancing. St. Georges Hall, Wrotham, TN15 7AB. New male dancers welcome. 8.45pm Fitness Yoga at Carroty Wood, Higham Lane, Tonbridge. Info: 07748941101

6-7.30pm Mascalls Youth Centre open for 11-13 year olds 50p. 6.30pm Paddock Wood Ladies Joggers.New beginners group meeting in Commercial Road car park, Paddock Wood.

FRIDAYS

7pm Zumba at Yalding Village Hall. All welcome! Tanya 07531 839159

10am–12pm New Meditation group in North Tonbridge. £15 per session PAYG. 07932 023 340 melody@bydivinedesign.co.uk

7.30-8.30pm Mascalls Youth Centre open for 14-19 year olds. 50p. 7.30-9.30pm Woods Badminton Club, Sports Hall adjacent to Mascalls Youth Centre. New members welcome. Tel 01892 836284 7.45pm Body Moves Dance Fitness, Paddock Wood Primary School, 01892 836079 7.45-9.45pm Circle Dancing at St Andrews Church, Paddock Wood. £4. Sue 01892 510651

THURSDAYS (Term time) 9-11am Babes in the Church at the Methodist Church, Higham Lane. Fun for kids & parents. 9-11am Shipbourne Farmers’ Market next to the Chaser. 9.30-10.30am Back Care Class at the Ananda Clinic, Tonbridge. 07970 823533 10am-Noon Hadlow Seniors Pop In Club at Hadlow Old School Hall. 01732 850516 / 850413

9.30am Piloxing at the Angel Centre

10.30am-12noon Open House – a drop-in coffee and chat morning with occasional speakers and lunches at St Andrew’s Church, Paddock Wood. Enquiries to 01892 837617.

SUNDAYS (2nd) of the month 9.30am-1.30pm Tonbridge Farmers’ Market in Sovereign Way, TN9 1RG 3-4pm Walking Football at Tonbridge School Centre. Members and non-members welcome, £3. Turn up or book 01732 304111

...ALSO THIS MONTH Saturday 18th March 9.30-2pm Monthly Flea Market Sale at St.Justus Church Hall Mount Pleasant Paddock Wood TN12 6AG. Merchandise varies every month. Free Car Parking available. 24-30th March 10am-4pm Tonbridge Art Group Spring Exhibition at Tonbridge Castle. Free admission. Save the date!

10.20am T&MBC Healthy Walks. 40 min walk starting at Hadlow Square. 01732 876347

Sunday 14th May Tonbridge Lions Charity Walk. Lion Ken 01732 352935

11.30am Body Blast at the Angel Centre

Sunday 16 July Summer Funday at Longmead Stadium, TN0 3JW. Free event. www.tonbridge-funday.co.uk

(1st) 7.30pm Tonbridge Winemakers in the Judd Suite, Angel Centre, Tonbridge.

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