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ISSUE 146

DISTRIBUTION 15,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES

TONBRIDGE

MARCH

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

m: 07438 392992 t: 01732-809104 e: info@tonbridgeIT.co.uk w: www.tonbridgeIT.co.uk

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

News the local

Dear Readers Spring is well and truly on its way and at last our website is here too!

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 April editions are: • S evenoaks 15th March • Malling 15th March • Maidstone 20th March • Tonbridge 20th March thelocaloracle thelocaloracle

Please do go and have a nose at the website and let us know what you think and see how easy it is to find a local business. Each business has their own page with varying amount of information depending on their advertising package but many have used it to gain maximum impact and included images, testimonials and listings of their services. The aim is for the website to work along side the printed publication to assist you in finding who you want, when you want. Please support your local advertisers and send in your testimonials for them if you have a good story to share. All editions can be found on the website each month if you lose your copy or wish to share with someone else www.thelocaloracle.co.uk. We will be also be sharing information on our social media pages which can easily be found.... facebook.com/thelocaloracle or Twitter. com/thelocaloracle. We look forward to hearing your feedback. Have a great month.

Anna & Jane

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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 for just ÂŁ10 per month which includes photos, a video, text and links to your website and social media. This is our business and you will only speak to us!

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Maidstone EDITION

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Tonbridge Edition

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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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BUSINESS SERVICES Contact: Jane Marshall Tel: 01732 521494 jane.marshall@uwclub.net www.make-moneywithme.co.uk

‘THE AERIAL MAN’

Family business - established 30 years

DIGITAL TV AERIAL SERVICES

HOME & GARDEN

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

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HOME & GARDEN

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

PLEASE CALL Mark Killick 01732 357660/07899 894 838 mik1969@hotmail.co.uk

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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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HOME & GARDEN

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

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l PLUMBING - Taps, leaks, cylinders and tanks.

TNP

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.

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PERSONAL & LEISURE

Contact: Anna Marshall Tel: 07939 248983

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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 p5 Artist - Christopher Marshall Bathroom Installations - Nightingale Bathrooms p8 Bereavement Support - Friends Together Blinds - Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd p11 Building Services - Any Aspect Builders Ltd* - Landworx Ltd - R Blackman - Sterling Construction p9 Business Networking - BNI Weald Valley Business Opportunity - Forever Living Products - Utility Warehouse p5 Butcher - Parkfoot Butchers at Hadlow P12* Carpentry - Mr Carpenter P9 - Norris Carpentry & Construction Ltd - Paul Anthony Interiors p9 - RED Carpentry Carpet Cleaning - Homefresh p6 - Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd p8 Chimney Sweep - James Golding Chimney Sweep Cleaning - Perfick Cleaning* 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 p6 Electricians - Domestic & Residential Electrical Services - Fox Electrical Contractors Events - Party Night* Fencing - Crestala Fencing Centre p6 - J Harper Fencing & Landscaping - Tate Fencing p11 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 Garden Turf - Tailored 2 Turf* Gas & Heating Services - Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating p5 - KG Plumbing - Wicks Gas Gutter Cleaning & Repairs - Bramko Ltd p6 - SW Fascia Fix Handyman - Dave’s Property Maintenance Homecare - Age UK Leaflet Distribution - the local Oracle Loft Ladders & Hatches - Loft Ladders Money Saving - Utility Warehouse

Oven Cleaners - Oven Angels Plumbers - R J Plumbing - TNP Nelson Plumbing p11 Printers - Scarbutts Recruitment - Audley Care p3 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-C 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 8)

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 5)

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 11)

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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BUILDING SERVICES

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARPENTRY

Landworx Ltd

Forever Living Products

Norris Carpentry & Construction Limited

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

Paul Anthony Interiors

BUTCHER

CARPENTRY

m: 07464 856603 e: office@landworxltd.com www.landworxltd.com

R Blackman General Maintenance t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman1@btinternet.com

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

BUILDING SERVICES

Major British PLC is offering motivated individuals the opportunity of a lifetime. You don’t need experience – all training & support is provided. (See Colour Advert On Page 5)

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.

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

Sterling Construction Works Ltd

RED Carpentry

Extensions, Conservatories, Brickwork, Drainage, Driveways, Patios, Paving, Decking, Kitchens and Bathrooms.

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.

t: Freephone 0800 689 3968 contactus@sterlingconstructionworks.co.uk www.sterlingconstructionworks.co.uk

t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon

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BNI Weald Valley The Hadlow Manor Hotel We meet every Friday morning at 6.30am. Call Neil Hart to book your place! 07747 781155

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CARPENTRY

CARPET CLEANING

Mr Carpenter

Homefresh

t: Freephone 0800 6942024

t: Evening 01732 358592 m: 07540 896320 e: rodchp625k@hotmail.co.uk Carpentry, decorating, general property repairs, doors fitted, built in bookcase units, kitchens fitted, decking, general building work. No job too small.

Carpet and upholstery cleaning offer. 50% discount. Specialist Fabric Treatment. Stainshield, Deodorising Treatment, Anti-Allergy Treatment, Conditioner. (See Colour Ad On Page 6)

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CARPET CLEANING

COMPUTER SUPPORT

DECORATORS

Kent Carpet Cleaning Company Ltd

PW Computer Solutions

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

Andrew Baxter

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

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)

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

CHIMNEY SWEEP

COMPUTER SUPPORT

DECORATORS

Tonbridge IT

Mark Howland

James Goldring Chimney Sweep

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!

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)

CLEANING

CONSERVATORIES

‘Perfick’ Cleaning

Howard Caine Conservatories

t: 01732 852022 m: 07940 225316 c: Lucie e: luciewoodger@gmail.com Domestic and commercial. One off, weekly, occasional cleans. Spring/deep cleans. Ironing collection and drop off services also available.

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.

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

FENCING

Trade Glaze

Fox Electrical Contractors

Tate Fencing

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) DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

Independent Offham Business Double Glazing Problems Solved t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: 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 yrs Exp.

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. EVENTS

KINGS HILL GOLF CLUB FORTUNE WAY, KINGS HILL WEST MALLING, ME19 4GF Tickets just £8 B4 20th March £10 after and £12.50 on the door Contact Anna on 07939 248983 anna@thelocaloracle.co.uk FENCING

Ferdurco Solutions Limited

Crestala Fencing Centre

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 6)

Suppliers of fencing materials. Visit our Tonbridge depot. (See Colour Ad On Page 11)

FITNESS & WELLBEING

PARTY NIGHT Friday 31ST MARCH 7-12pm

DRAINAGE & PLUMBING

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

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

Forever Living Products

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)

G-M

Suppliers of fencing, gates and decking for DIY or trade. Est. 1965. (See Colour Ad On Page 6)

ELECTRICIANS

FENCING

GARAGE DOORS

Domestic & Residential Electrical Services

J Harper Fencing & Landscaping

Garage Door Associates

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.

Local reliable company providing a friendly and professional service. We supply and install all types of fencing and gates. Landscaping & garden maintenance. Free quotation.

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

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

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

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

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GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

GARDEN MAINTENANCE

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

Checkley Landscapes

Summit Gardens

K.G.Plumbing Ltd

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

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

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. GARDEN TURF

Tailored 2 Turf

Wayne’s Gardens

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. 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 this 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.

Call Neal on 07909 988995 Tailored to all or any of your garden needs. 20 years experience. Experienced Head Greenkeeper. £15 per hour Free quotes required for larger requirements.

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

07708 386571 Griggsk@live.co.uk

583505

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

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.

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS

Benjamin Terry Plumbing & Heating

Bramko Ltd

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 5)

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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) GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS

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

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. WWW.THELOCALORACLE.CO.UK

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LOFT LADDERS & HATCHES

OVEN CLEANERS

Dave’s Property Maintenance

Oven Angels

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.

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.

m: 07873 526169 e: davidnwood66@btinternet.com

t: 01892 514552 m: 07901 857608 www.ovenangels.co.uk

HOMECARE

MONEY SAVING

Age UK Sevenoaks & Tonbridge

Utility Warehouse

e: office@ageuksevenoaksandtonbridge.org.uk www.ageuksevenoaksandtonbridge.org.uk

Our Independent Living Support service provides regular support in your home. Registered charity 1088213.

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.

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 525805/6

LEAFLET DISTRIBUTION

PLUMBERS

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R. J. Plumbing

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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 9.30am Baby Yoga at Peak Fitness, Ton. 9.30am Zumba at the Angel Centre 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

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

TUESDAYS

7.45pm Body Moves Dance Fitness, Paddock Wood Primary School, 01892 836079

(Term time) 9:30-11am Teddies Toddler Group at St. Peter & St. Paul’s Parish Church, Tonbridge.

7.45-9.45pm Circle Dancing at St Andrews Church, Paddock Wood. £4. Sue 01892 510651

10.30am Insanity Live at St Stephen’s Comm. Centre, Waterloo Rd, Tonbridge. 07748941101

THURSDAYS

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. Visitors £3.

(Term time) 9-11am Babes in the Church at the Methodist Church, Higham Lane. 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 10.20am T&MBC Healthy Walks. 40 min walk starting at Hadlow Square. 01732 876347 11.30am Body Blast at the Angel Centre (1st) 7.30pm Tonbridge Winemakers in the Judd Suite, Angel Centre, Tonbridge.

(4th) 7.30 for 8pm Hadlow Historical Society, Upper Room St Mary’s Church. Annual fee £10, visitors £2. Mr Bush 01732 850666

(1st) 2pm Paddock Wood WI in the Wallis Room, St Andrews Church, PW. 01892 832130.

WEDNESDAYS

(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)

9.30am Body Blast at the Angel Centre 9.30am Slimming World at St Andrew’s Church, Maidstone Rd. Simone 01892 835877

8.45pm Fitness Yoga at Carroty Wood, Higham Lane, Tonbridge. Info: 07748941101

FRIDAYS 9.30am Piloxing at the Angel Centre 10am–12pm New Meditation group in North Tonbridge. £15 per session PAYG. 07932 023 340 melody@bydivinedesign.co.uk 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 18 March 9.30-2pm Monthly Flea Market Sale at St.Justus Church Hall Mount Pleasant Paddock Wood TN12 6AG. Free Parking. Friday 24 March 7.30pm & Saturday 25 at 2.30 & 7.30pm Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. St. Peter and St. Paul, Church Lane, Tonbridge TN9 1DA. Entry by ticket only. Tickets are free and available from Email: Parishoffice@tonbridgeparishchurch. org.uk Tel: 01732 770962 Ext. 24 Donations welcome at the performance Friday 24 March at 7.30pm PW Flower Club Q&A with Radio Kent’s Garden Reporter Jean Griffiths. Day Centre, Commercial Road, Paddock Wood, TN2 6DP. Visitors £5. Further information from Jan on 01892 836932 24-30 March 10am-4pm Tonbridge Art Group Spring Exhibition. Tonbridge Castle. Free adm Friday 31 March 7pm-Midnight Party Night at Kings Hill Golf Club, Fortune Way, Kings Hill, ME19 4GF. Soul, disco, funk from the 70’s, 80’s & 90’s Tickets from £8. 07939 248983 Saturday 1 April 10am - 2:30pm Easter Fair, East Peckham Methodist Church. Range of stalls plus activities and an Easter hunt for children. Refreshments & free parking. Saturday 8 April 7pm Paddock wood Bowls Club are holding a Quiz Night at St. Andrew’s Church. Tables of 6. £5 per person. Shirley 07933 476489 or Derek 01892 832695.

9.30-10.30am Nifty Fifties Fitness at Masonic Hall Paddock Wood Leisha 07860533102

(4th) 7.30pm North Tonbridge Flower Arrangers, Medway Hall, Angel Centre. £6. 01892 533851.

10am-12noon New Meditation group in North Ton. £15 per session PAYG. 07932 023 340

7.30pm Beginners2Runners at Paddock Wood Primary School. 0-5K in 10 weeks!

Saturday 6 May 11-3.30pm Art Exhibition at The Scout Hall, The Ridgeway, Tonbridge. Free adm. Refreshments available.

10.30-12noon Tots & Co at St Peter & St Paul Church, Tonbridge. Baby club for under 1’s.

7.45pm Insanity Live at Carroty Wood, Higham Lane, Tonbridge. Info: 07748941101

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

(1st) 12noon Jazz Club, Hadlow Manor Hotel. Sussex Jazz Kings 01403 822 660 jazzmans1@aol.com

8.30pm Morris Dancing. St. Georges Hall, Wrotham, TN15 7AB. New male dancers welcome.

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

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