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Contacts for Local
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There are many more events being organised
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for August events Tuesday 12th July
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CHARITIES
Unfortunately lack of space means we do not have room
for all the Charities entries this month. They all appeared
last month and will be included again in the next edition.
Action for Children, Maidstone supports children
and young people affected by abuse, neglect, disability,
homelessness, family break up and much more.
Supporters to form a fundraising committee and help
with street or store collections needed. Information 01622
693692 or selena.goldsmith@actionforchildren.org.uk
Age Concern Maidstone offer free computer classes
for Borough of Maidstone residents at Mill Street offices
suitable for complete beginners aged over 50. Learn to
email, browse the web and use computer programmes. Contact 01622 753618 to register or for more details.
Age Concern Malling Day Centre open five days a week
with days for dementia clients plus six Community Day
Centres, information & advice, contact 01732 848008 or
email rachael@ageconcernmalling.org.uk. Also working
with West Kent Community Care CIC for help with
independent living, ring 01732 873977, email trading@
westkentcc.co.uk for details of WKCC.
Allington Millennium Green is a semi-wild area, where
people can simply walk and sit, and it provides a rich
habitat for wildlife. Volunteers who enjoy working outdoors
are very welcome to help us maintain this important oasis
for Nature. Contact drbdwhite@gmail.com.
Aylesford Community Centre 25 Forstal Road, ME20
7AU, benefiting Aylesford Parish by advancing education
and providing facilities for social welfare, recreation and
leisure-time occupation. For more information see www.
avcc-hallhire.co.uk or ring 01622 717473
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if any changes are required.
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Scottish Country Dance Club
We now meet weekly on
Fridays at Bredgar Village Hall
8.00 - 10.00pm.
Planning a wedding ceilidh or preparing for a
Burn’s Night celebration?
Want to try Scottish Country Dancing?
Guaranteed fun and fitness
Ring 07952 382424 or email
elawrence@rmgs.org.uk for more details
Beanstalk a national charity that recruits and trains
volunteers to help children, aged 6-11 who struggle with
their reading develop a love of reading and learning. For
further information and application pack contact Sarah
Smith kent@beanstalkcharity.org.uk,, 01622 662026 or
see www.beanstalkcharity.org.uk
Bearsted Country Market is held in the WI Hall, The
Street, Bearsted, ME14 4EX on Saturday mornings
from 10.00 – 11.00am. Produce locally grown or
home made home baked goods. Helpers and new
producers welcome, please enquire at the Market
Blackthorn Trust, St Andrews Road, Maidstone, 01622
726128 www.blackthorn.org.uk Our gardens, plant
nursery and café are open 9.30am – 3.30pm Monday
to Saturday with bread, plants and handmade crafts
available to buy
Breathe Easy Maidstone & District we help anyone
living with a lung condition. Group meets 3rd Tuesday
each month, Langley Village Hall, Horseshoes Lane,
ME17 3JY, 2.00 – 4.00pm. Fun, informative meetings,
speakers and social activities, all warmly welcomed.
Information contact 01622 664943 or 03000 030 555.
British Wireless for the Blind Fund supply specially
adapted audio equipment on a permanent free loan basis
to UK registered blind/partially sighted people, over the
age of eight on means tested benefit. 10 Albion Place,
Maidstone ME14 5DZ 01622 754757 Fax: 01622 751725
Email: info@blind.org.uk Website: www.blind.org.uk
Cancer Research UK Maidstone Volunteers Needed
urgently for charity shop, various roles from working on
the shop floor to preparing stock. For an application form
or further details please contact Sarah McCloy Volunteer
Recruitment Co-ordinator sarahmccloy@hotmail.co.uk or
telephone the Shop Manager 01622 662502
Youth Club
Are you in school years 7 to 11 & interested in
meeting new people?
If so, please come and join our Youth Club
at The Salvation Army, 74-80 Union Street,
Maidstone (ME14 1ED)
Open to all in school years 7 to 11 inclusive.
Friday evenings (term time), from 7.00 – 9pm
Cost of entry £1 per person
The tuck shop is extra.
Enjoy playing Wii, darts, nerf guns, table
tennis, pool and lots more.
Why not come along and join in the fun?
For further details, please phone the
Community Office 01622 681808.
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Volunteers Needed
Heart of Kent Hospice in Aylesford is hoping
to recruit a further 200 volunteers for a wide
variety of roles. We have patient-facing roles
as well as positions with our catering,
retail and administration teams.
If you have some spare time on your hands,
are looking to update your CV,
gain experience for university applications
or are simply looking for a rewarding
experience and a chance to use your skills,
then why not contact us and find out how
you could help.
Do you know a community place in which we
could display a poster or leaflets? Are you
a member of a group or club which we could
visit to discuss volunteering? If so we would
love to hear from you.
For more information please contact Laura
Woodham 01622 792200 ext 225 or email
volunteers@hokh.co.uk or visit
www.hokh.org/vacancies.
Cats Protection - Maidstone & District - rescuing and
rehoming cats and kittens. Volunteers, foster carers,
permanent homes and donations always needed, for
details ring 0845 371275, www.maidstone.cats.org.uk.
Cinnamon Trust is a charity for the elderly and the
terminally ill with pets. We have volunteers who can
help with dog walking or Short Term Fostering pets when
owners are unable to. The service is free. If you need
assistance with your pets then call us on 01736 757900 or
email admin@cinnamon.org.uk
Computers 4 Africa accepts working redundant P.C’s
and IT equipment from individuals, corporates and
organisations, once securely data wiped, they are
shipped to schools, colleges, libraries, and other projects
in Africa. 4 Priory Park, Mills Road, Aylesford. See www.
computers4africa.org.uk or call 03000 112233.
Congo Action is a Charity run by volunteers, working
in the DRC (Congo) to provide education and training
in remote parts of Central Africa. Trustees & volunteers
needed to raise funds & expand our much needed
projects. Visit our website: www.congoaction.co.uk; or
email congoaction@hotmail.com; phone 01622 682566
Cutbush & Corrall Charity, provides affordable housing
to residents of Maidstone and Harrietsham, who are
over 50, retired from full-time employment, can live
independently and are in need. Further details see www.
cutbushandcorrall.co.uk or ring 01622 765612.
Samaritans
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Feeling sad, low, depressed or suicidal?
We are here 24 hours a day 7 days a week to
provide you with confidential non-judgmental
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Legally Blonde
Presented by Kentish Players
Central Theatre, Chatham
Thurs 30th June – Saturday 2nd July, 7.30pm
Saturday Matinee 2.00pm
Omigod you guys! Legally Blonde The
Musical is the story of college sweetheart and
homecoming queen Elle Woods, who doesn’t
take no for an answer. When her boyfriend
dumps her for someone serious, Elle puts
down the credit card, hits the books and
heads for Harvard Law!
Along the way, Elle proves that being true to
yourself never goes out of style.
Tickets from £13.50 (concessions available)
For tickets please contact the Central Theatre
Box Office 01634 338338 or visit
www.medwayticketslive.co.uk
Demelza Hospice Care for Children, Rook Lane,
Bobbing, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 8DZ for details see
www.demelza.org.uk or ring 01795 845288
Dementia Buddy Scheme Maidstone and Tunbridge
Wells NHS Trust currently recruiting Buddies whose
sole responsibility is on the patient providing company,
stimulation and one to one attention, especially at meal
times. Interested?
Contact Natalie Emerick 07964
501291 or natalie.emerick@alz-dem.org
Down about deforestation? So over oil? Want to
make the world a greener place? Come to NKG Active,
your friendly local Greenpeace group. We meet third
Wednesday each month. Interested? Call 01634 324860
for more information see www.greenpeace.org.uk/groups
Dyspraxia Action! website www.dyspraxia-action.org Facebook has up to date tips and experiences. Friends of Rochester Cathedral Become a Friend and
for a modest subscription help ensure the preservation of
this historic building and the continuation of its religious
and charitable works. Tours, events, publications, outings.
1, The College, The Precinct, Rochester 01634 832142
e-mail friendsofrochestercathedral@btinternet.com
German Shepherd Dog Rescue is a volunteer run
charity dedicated to the rescue, fostering and re-homing
of GSD’s nationwide. If you think you can offer a GSD
a good home or want to help GSDR in any way, please
visit www.germanshepherdrescue.co.uk or email info@
germanshepherdrescue.co.uk.
Greyhound & Lurcher Rescue - Foster homes needed
for greyhounds and lurchers in Kent while we find them
their permanent loving homes. Support and advice
provided by volunteers. Ring 07000 785092 or see www.
grwe.com for more information on the charity.
Dr Jazz
St. Nicholas’ Church
Poplar Grove, Allington, Maidstone
ME16 0DE
Presents a Jazz Evening
Friday 1st July, Doors open 7.30pm
Free entry with a collection for church funds
and wine on sale
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Kent Wildlife Trust Walk
Saturday 2nd July, 10.00am – 12noon
Wildlife Walk
A leisurely walk around Vinters Valley Local
Nature Reserve to spot summer flora and
fauna. Meet at Reserve Lodege, Lodge Road,
New Cut Road, Maidstone ME14 5EH Led by
Peter Kirby, bring stout footwear if wet.
Guide Dogs Maidstone Helping blind and partially
sighted people have the same freedom of movement
as everyone else. For more details see www.guidedogs.
org.uk ring 0845 3727422 or email cassandra.moss@
guidedogs.org.uk Harmony Therapy Trust provides free holistic therapy
to those in Kent living with cancer or other serious life
altering illnesses upon Medical referral. Tel: 01795 663050
for more information or to ask about volunteering or joining
us as a paid therapist or e-mail thtt2010@gmail.com
Heart of Kent Hospice Preston Hall, Aylesford, Kent
ME20 7PU Tel: 01622 792200 Fax: 01622 791305 or visit
our website www.hokh.org.
Holding On Letting Go a children’s bereavement charity
for aged 6-16 years and their families throughout Kent.
Entirely run by volunteers if you would like to help email
info@holdingonlettinggo.org.uk or see our website www.
holdingonlettinggo.org.uk
Kent Association for the Blind supports Visually
Impaired People in Kent and is looking for volunteers for
a variety of roles for more information please contact Jo
Wilkinson 01622 691357 email jo.wilkinson@kab.org.uk
Kent Greyhound Rescue - rescuing and re-homing
greyhounds and lurchers throughout the South East.
Foster homes, volunteers and donations always required.
Call 07544 303821 www.kentgreyhoundrescue.com
Email: carena.kentgreyhoundrescue@yahoo.co.uk
Kenward Trust helps people with substance misuse
/ addiction issues and their relatives, including young
people, and works to support ex-offenders. We also have
rooms for hire. For enquiries phone 01622 814187 or
email enquiry@kenwardtrust.org.uk
Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research For further
information please contact the Maidstone Branch on
01622 756506 or 01622 720989.
Lost / Found Dogs All missing and found dogs should be
reported to the local council dog warden. Help and advice
is available Free of Charge on 0844 8003220 a free poster
service is available on line at www.doglost.co.uk to help
find your dog. Stolen dogs – Kent section of doglost works
in collaboration with Kent Police.
Kent Wildlife Trust
Saturday 2nd July, 10.00am – 2.00pm
Silkscreen Workshop
Tyland Barn Visitors Centre
Be inspired by the nature and wildlife of the
local environment and create silkscreen
prints using paper stencils and natural
forms. Run by Sue Batt a local artist and
experienced tutor.Please bring an overall or
apron, a small extra charge for materials.
£20 per person. Booking essential.
See www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk or
call 01622 662012 for details.
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Ladies Prayer Breakfast
Saturday 2nd July 8.30am - 10.00am (approx)
The Salvation Army, 74-80 Union Street,
Maidstone (ME14 1ED).
Pre-booking is required
To book a place, please phone the
Community office on 01622 681808
Come and share in a continental breakfast &
ladies time for reflection and prayer.
Voluntary donations welcome.
Lucky Tales Dog Rescue Without Borders rescue
dogs from outside the UK borders and re-home them
within the UK, we are looking for foster/adoption
families, for information contact julie.bacon@live.co.uk
07921 368167 or 01634 222300 visit our website www.
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CHURCHES
for all the Churches entries this month. They all appeared
last month and will be included again in the next edition
HOBBIES
for all the Hobbies entries this month. They all appeared
MUSIC & THE ARTS
Aylesford Village Voices, Have a go at singing, no
previous experience is needed, we meet on Monday
afternoons 2.00 - 3.30pm at The Brassey Centre, Station
Road, Aylesford. Check our website www.livinglively.org.
uk or contact Celia 01233 750585.
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Gert and Daisy
The Story of Maidstone Zoo
Cobtree Manor Park Walks and Talks
Forstal Road, Aylesford, Kent ME20 7AE
Saturday 2nd July, 10.00am - 12noon
A guided walk with a local historian.
Find the traces of Sir Garrard’s Zoo Park,
Look at old photographs, listen to the
fascinating stories and anecdotes
For older children and adults.
No dogs. Free of charge.
Booking essential ring 01622 715702
or Tel/Text: 07764 919147 or email:
cobtreemanorpark@maidstone.gov.uk
Bearsted Choral Society rehearses Mon 7.30 - 9.30pm,
Bearsted Methodist Church, Ware Street, Bearsted. Four
concerts a year. We have now grown to 60 enthusiastic
singers in all four voices and new members are warmly
welcomed. See www.bearstedchoral.org.uk ring 01622
695016 or email secretary@bearstedchoral.org.uk Chandeliers Drama Group (50th anniversary) 8.00pm –
10.00pm Mondays & Thursdays Madginford Village Hall,
Egremount Road, Bearsted. New members welcome: act,
sing, prompt, props, backstage, front of house etc. Just
come along or phone, Maria Watson 07887 780097
Cobdown Art Club meet at Cobdown Sports and Social
Club, Station Road, Ditton Monday 7.00 – 9.00pm, Wednesday 12noon - 3.30pm and Thurday 7.00 9.00pm. Two exhibitions a year. New members welcome
contact Robin Cooper 01732 841516.
Concert Party If you like to sing, are retired and living
in Medway with your own transport we should like to
hear from you. We are looking for new members to join
our small friendly Concert Party which gives afternoon
performances in the Medway and Maidstone area. Please
contact Patricia 01634 671301 or Peter 01634 851138
Dance Group Boughton Monchelsea Morris dancers
Thursdays (Sept to April) 8.00 – 9.00pm Maidstone, St.
Andrew’s Church Hall, Tonbridge Road, Barming, ME16
9AN (entrance St. Andrews Road) No membership fees.
Visitors and new members male & female age 8 to 75 very
welcome. See www.boughtonmorris.uwclub.net or email
Boughtonmorris@uwclub.net for more information.
Boughton Monchelsea Village Fete
Companion Dog Show
Saturday July 2nd entries from 12noon,
Judging from 2.30pm
Recreation Ground ME17 4HN
2.00pm Auction of Canine Sketches
by Graham Clarke
Pedigree Classes £2 per class
Judge Debbie Willett
Novelty Classes £1.50 per class
Judge John Willett
Obedience/Fun classes £1.50 per class
Judge Heather Knowler
Donations from proceeds to Dogs Trust
For more details ring 01622 744098
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Open Garden
The Heart of Kent Hospice
Preston Hall, Aylesford ME20 7PU
Saturday 2nd July, 2.00 – 5.00pm
The Hospice garden is a treasured space,
providing a tranquil, calm and peaceful
environment where patients can sit and
enjoy the scents and sounds of nature with
friends and family surrounded by beautiful
planting. The garden has become a haven
of year round colour and interest which is
lovingly tended by dedicated volunteers.
Entry for this event will be by suggested
donation of £4 for details of this and all
gardens taking part in the Open Gardens
event please visit www.hokh.org
Detling Players a friendly and energetic community
theatre group. Our regular programme includes an
outdoor Shakespeare production every two years and a
‘family’ show each Christmas. More details from Richard
Finn 01622 631478 finnrc@btinternet.com
Detling Singers a small, friendly choir singing a wide
variety including classical, folk and show music. Meet
Mondays, The Old School, Detling Village, 8.00pm. New
members welcome as are enquiries for bookings. www.
thedetlingsingers.co.uk or 01622 880404
Energize Parkwood Community Choir every
Wednesday 7.15 - 9.00pm, Holy Family RC Church Hall,
off Longshaw Road, Parkwood, Maidstone, new adult
members welcome, no auditions, just singing for fun.
Several concerts. £3 per week, 01622 690286 for details
Try it for a week – no obligation to join.
Best of British Summer Prom
Maidstone Choral Union
Saturday 2nd July, 7.30pm
All Saints Church, Maidstone ME15 6NL
A Great Feast of British Music from
Handel, Parry, Elgar and Walton
Music for The Royal Fireworks (Handel)
Hear My Prayer, Fairest Isle,
Music for a While and Trumpet Tune and Air
(all by Purcell) Zadok the Priest (Handel)
and Coronation Te Deum (Parry)
Three songs from Sea Pictures (Elgar)
Crown Imperial (Walton)
Four songs from The British Isles
(arranged by Martin Hindmarsh)
Grand Finale: See the conquering hero
Comes, Rule Britannia, Jerusalem,
Land of Hope and Glory
Tickets: £12 unreserved, on the door
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01622 726193 and Maidstone Museum
Visitors’ Centre 01622 602169
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Maidstone Ramblers Walks
Sunday 3rd July, 10.00am
8 miles/12.9 km – leisurely
Finishes 3.30pm approx
Starting from Leysdown, ME12 4QN
TR034704 Circular walk via
St. Thomas Church Flower Festival with local
stalls, leisurely pace.
Assistance dogs only. Lunch stop at
The Ferry Inn, Harty, food available.
Leader: Sue Waters, 07749 913602,
sue.waters@live.co.uk
Folk Night The Old House at Home, Pudding Lane,
Maidstone, fourth Monday every month 8.00pm. All ages
and standards welcome but arrive early if you want a seat
in the “inner circle”.
Friends in Harmony meet Tuesdays, 7.30pm, St.
Andrew’s Church Hall, Tonbridge Road, Maidstone, to
sing popular, folk and classical songs for pleasure. Two
charity concerts a year. New members always welcome,
no experience required, no auditions expected. Subs £20 a
year. Contact Malcolm 01622 725606.
Guitar Club at the Y.M.C.A Maidstone, Guitar Tuition &
advice, for further details ring 01622 688001
Harmony gives all the chance to fulfil dreams, build
confidence and become a star. We accept children, youths
from age 5 to nurture talent in dance, song & drama at
our own theatre, Hilary Hall, Mangravit, Maidstone. Details
from John Kingdon 01622 763242, mobile 07769 601787,
the Centre 01622 600202, john@harmonyvg.com, website
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Kent Police Male Voice Choir performs around 14
concerts a year. Open to all men, we sing an eclectic mix
of music. Rehearsals Police HQ, Sutton Road, Loose
ME15 9BZ, Thursday 7.15 to 9.30pm. Always looking for
new members, warm welcome assured. www.kpmvc.org
georgehrogers@btinternet.com or ring 07748 637923
Maidstone Amateur Operatic Society production each
Spring at Hazlitt Theatre and concerts throughout the
year. New members interested in all aspects of production
always welcome. Sing, dance, act or help behind the
scenes, we have a place for you. Details Sue Creasey
07951 362314 see www.maidstoneoperatic.com
Maidstone Arts Society M.A.S. friendly Society to
promote and support members interested in Art. Varied
and stimulating programme, monthly meetings at
Madginford Hall (September to May). Annual Exhibition
in Maidstone, life study group and summer fortnightly
painting out days, see www.maidstoneartsociety.com
Maidstone Choral Union has presented choral works
for more than 100 years. Concerts throughout the year,
new singers and audiences always welcome. Rehearsals
Maidstone Girls’ Grammar School, Buckland Road,
Tuesdays, 7.30pm. Love to sing, want to join a friendly
group, contact Lyn Coyle tomandlyn.coyle@gmail.com. Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers Walk
Sunday July 3rd, 10.00am
Meet at Horsmonden village green TQ701406/
TN12 8HT, 5 miles leisurely walk, dogs
welcome. Details from walk leader
01892 539987.
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Open Garden
in Support of Heart of Kent Hospice
Mere House
The Street, Mereworth ME18 5NB
Sunday 3rd July, 2.00 – 5.00pm
Visit the magnificent gardens of 18th Century
Mere House with its extensive lawns and
borders which are bounded by the 19th
Century woodland walk and lake. The owners
have redesigned the garden in an informal
manner concentrating on ornamental shrubs
and trees with an emphasis on foliage
contrast. There are large areas of rough
grass where daffodils give way to wild flowers
in the summer. Enjoy the house speciality of
delicious home-made teas.
Entry is by suggested donation of £4. For
further details of this and all gardens taking
part in the Open Gardens event please visit
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Maidstone Film Society show a season (Sept to April)
of 12 films from around the world,The Hazlitt Theatre,
Monday, 8.00pm. Membership for 63rd season: Single
- £24.00, Couples - £42.00, Concessionary - £19.00
Secretary Francois-Yves Belver 01622 746078 Web site
www.maidstone-film-society.org.uk
Maidstone Music Appreciation Society
Meets every 3 weeks on a Thursday evening. Maidstone
Community Support Centre, Marsham Street. Contact
James Andrew 01622 745463 or Gordon Sladen 01622
882395 sladen.g@googlemail.com
Maidstone Singers a group of 20 accomplished singers
who perform a cappella works from the 16th Century to the
present day. From pre-Bach to post-Beatles a truly varied
repertoire, more details 01622 630016. Maidstone Visual Artists’ Network (MVAN) For anyone
interested in the Visual Arts, living or working within a 10
mile radius of Maidstone. We are a friendly group who meet
informally on the first Saturday of each month, 10.30am 12noon, at the United Reformed Church, 67B Week Street,
Maidstone. www.mvan.info
Musical Merry Go Round music group for accompanied
pre-school children, Monday 9.30 – 11.00am (term time)
The Pavillion, King George V playing fields, Walnut Tree
Lane, Loose, £3.50 per child, £1 additional people, details
Alison 07794 040046 or Michelle 07748 746079.
Family Pond Dipping
Kent Wildlife Trust
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Maidstone, ME14 3BD
Sunday 3rd July, 2.00 – 3.00pm
See how many different creatures and critters
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Wednesday 6th July, 9.00am
Finishes 1.00pm approx.
Starting from Offham PCP ME19 5PB
TQ655574 A Breakfast circular walk via
West Malling, leisurely pace.
Assistance dogs only. Breakfast stop at
The Swan Street café. All walkers Must Book
in Advance with Walk Leader.
Leaders: Ray & Carol Golland, 07880 727619,
golland14@yahoo.com
Newington Concert Party looking for new members
to join our friendly group. Two main shows and several
short ones throughout the community every year. Meet
the gang at one of our rehearsals on Tuesdays at 7.30pm
in Newington Village Hall or contact Derek Friday 01795
873056 or Jenny Forrester 01622 884442 for details.
Old Barn Orchestral Society –Orchestra for Medway
and Maidstone. Rehearses Friday evenings, St Martin’s
Church, Maidstone. Friendly and enthusiastic, wide
classical repertoire welcomes new players - mainly strings
& brass 01634 376979 www.oldbarnos.co.uk .
Old Bridge Music Club – Aylesford. Recorded Music
afternoons, Small Hall, Aylesford Community Centre, 2nd
& 4th Friday each month, 2.00 – 4.00pm. New members
welcome. More information - Betty 01622 754564.
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11.3 miles/18.1 km – moderate
Starting from Clowes Wood CP, near
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- Grimshill Wood - Dargate - nuclear
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House (‘Bagpuss’), moderate pace.
The Dove Inn, Dargate, food available.
Leader: Geoff Turner, 01233 860393
Out of the Asylum 18+ Drama Group An adult drama
group meets St Philip’s Church Hall, every Wednesday
8.00 - 9.30pm. Fast - paced games, improvisation
and script work. Enquiries phone NIkki 01622 685564
Poets Society Recently started up in Maidstone. Meeting
monthly to begin with at The Bull on Penenden Heath.
New members most welcome. Bring your own work or
something else which you wish to share. Details from
James email jimmyp333@hotmail.co.uk or 07534 407708
ROOTS Music Club (Rainham Oast Old Time Sessions)
play, dance & sing, to live American old time music 8.00pm
– late 1st & 3rd Wednesday every month, bar of Rainham
Oast Community Centre, Granary Close ME8 7SG. (Next
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Tonbridge & Malling Ramblers Walk
Wednesday July 6th, 10.30am
Meet at West Malling – Manor Park TQ679571/
ME19 6PB, 3 miles leisurely walk, dogs
welcome. Details from walk leader
01732 847415 or 07963 135149.
Snodland and Valley Community Players (SaVCoPS)
a new amateur dramatics group, run by it’s members, for
Snodland and the Medway Valley. If your are interested in
acting, singing, dancing, set building, back stage, sound,
lighting, publicity, helping to serve teas, or anything else
please contact 01634 244933 email savcops@gmail.com
Spotlites Youth Theatre, Brunswick House School,
Maidstone. 11-13 year olds 7.30 – 9.00pm every Tuesday,
new members welcome. Kids Spotlites 4 - 6 years, 5.30
- 6.30pm. Spotlites Children’s Theatre 7 -11 years, 6.30 7.45pm plus new dance session. Spotlites Youth Theatre
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Sutton Valence Choral Society rehearse Monday 7.30
- 9.30pm, the Music Room, Sutton Valence School - just
off North Street. Four concerts a year plus Carol Concerts
usually at All Saints Church, Maidstone. New members
welcome in all four voice parts 01622 842269, website
www/suttonvalencechoral.co.uk.
The Heath Players meet East Malling Institute. Mill
Street, ME19 6DD, Friday 8.00 - 10.00pm. An amateur
dramatic group founded 1948 welcomes anyone from 8 80+ who is interested in getting involved with any aspect
of amateur theatre. Details see www.heathplayers.com
ring 07703 813100 or email lewisireland1993@aol.com The Society of Recorder Players Kent Branch - A small,
friendly group of adult players who meet on Wednesday
evenings during term time. We play a wide variety of music
from 6th to the 21st centuries. Players with reasonable
sight reading skills welcome, contact Anna Picken, 01580
388563, annapicken@talktalk.net
Theatre 2000 Amateur Dramatic Group in conjunction
with Harmony. Own 100 seat fully equipped theatre,
Rehearsals Wed & Fri 8.00pm. Harmony Community Arts
Centre Mangravet Maidstone. New Members Welcome
for all aspects of amateur theatre. For information E-mail
theatre2000@outlook.com or ring 01622 678683
Thomas Clark Quire specialises in music written for,
and performed in Kentish churches during the 18th and
19th centuries. 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month, 8-10pm,
Maidstone Baptist Church, Knightrider Street. New
singers and string or woodwind players very welcome, no
auditions, just come along, information 01622 763916.
Kent Wildlife Trust
Sunday 9th July, 10.00am – 1.00pm
Watercolour Workshop
Tyland Barn Visitors Centre
Celebrate wild flowers and meadow
landscapes at a watercolour workshop run by
Carole Robson a local artist and experienced
tutor. Participants need to bring their own art
materials,
£15 per person booking essential.
See www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk or
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Sunday 10th July
The iconic road race, now in its 16th year,
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plenty of potential to run a personal best!
Entry is just £50, No minimum sponsorship
is required but fundraising is encouraged. To book one of our seven remaining
places call Becky in Fundraising at Heart
of Kent Hospice- 01622 790195 – or email
fundraising@hokh.co.uk .
Willington Players a small, friendly and sociable group
for over 16s with a professional approach to drama.
Two plays each year at the Hazlitt Theatre, Maidstone.
Rehearsals Mon & Thurs, 7.30pm Downswood
Community Centre. Subs £20 plus £1 per evening, Details
email: enquiries@willingtonplayers.org.uk
SELF HELP
Alcoholics Anonymous an organisation run by
recovering alcoholics with the primary purpose of helping
others to achieve sobriety. Call 01622 751842 to speak to
someone who understands the problem, regular meetings
see http://alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Allington Alligators. We are a group of local volunteers
who undertake litter-picking in the Allington area. More
volunteers are needed please to make Allington a litterfree zone. Join us on www.litteraction.org.uk to receive
information about our next organised event or contact
April Lambourne 01622 763553.
Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Café (Maidstone) –
Supporting people with dementia and carers. Every 1st
and 3rd Wednesday 2.00pm – 4.00pm, 1 Dairy Court,
Fairview Farm, Linton Road, Maidstone, ME15 0AL For
more details please contact Vicki Baldwin on 01622
747181 or Victoria.baldwin@alzheimers.org.uk.
Alzheimer’s Society Kent and Medway have lots of
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Befriending Service West Kent Age UK if you are over
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and respect different lifestyles you could volunteer email
befriending@ageukmaidstone.org.uk or call Freephone
0800 0484648. To benefit from the Befriending service
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ME18 5EA GR: TQ692528
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Farm - Pizien Well - Nettlestead Church,
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The owners of Manor Field have developed
this beautiful garden over 13 years within a
former field of Hollingbourne Manor and are
delighted to be opening it exclusively for
Heart of Kent Hospice. The well designed
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Plenty of benches allow visitors to absorb the
garden calm and admire nature in and around
the large pond and mini waterfall. The heated
swimming pool will be open (but unattended)
for those wishing to take a summer plunge!
Entry is by suggested donation of £5 for
further details of this and all the gardens
taking part in the Open Gardens event please
visit www.hokh.org
Breastfeeding Support Group LLL (La Leche League)
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Career Help 16 or 17 years old not in Education, Training
or Work and no qualifications? Join Positive Directions to
receive Free 1 to 1 support at Job Advice Centre (CSC) St
Martin’s Church Hall, Northumberland Road, Maidstone.
Ring 01622 752751 or 0789 4152 911. Email: david.
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Carers FIRST a charity supporting adult and young Carers
(anyone who provides unpaid support to a loved one) in
10.7 miles/17.2 km –moderate
Starting from Shipbourne Common, near
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Circular walk via Trench Shaw - Great
Hollanden Farm - Underriver - One Tree Hill Ightham Mote, moderate pace.
Assistance dogs only. Some additional
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road in the village.
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Thursday 14th July, 10.30am
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village, near Herts Farm, ME15 0AN.
GR: TQ757516 Circular walk via Windy Ridge
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leisurely pace. Assistance dogs only. Limited
parking - please share cars. N.B. Postcode is
for Herts Farm. Fairly flat, 3-4 stiles.
Optional pub stop after walk.
Leader: Carol H, 01622 744294
North West Kent and Medway. Trained staff ensure we
respond Carers needs providing access to training, social
groups, short break respite, activities, trips and more. See
www.carersfirst.org.uk ring 0300 303 1555 email amy.
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Carers’ Support Ashford a registered charity who provide
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help to family members, friends and neighbours who are
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Cocaine Anonymous; Do you think you have a problem
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all mind-altering substances. Regular meetings locally
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Dementia Kent Helpline 24 hours provides information
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Diabetes UK Care Connect Campaign Maidstone
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Starting from Perry Wood CP, ME13 9RY
GR: TR045556 Circular walk via Selling Owens Court - Sheldwich Lees - Badlesmere
- Hogbens Hill - The Mount, moderate pace.
Assistance dogs only. Lunch stop at The Red
Lion, Badlesmere, food available
Leader: Carol W,
walks@maidstoneramblers.org.uk
use of computers, donation £1 per hour & 10p per printed
sheet welcomed, Computers available for use at same
rate. Refreshments - small charge. Biscuit and laughter
Free! Dog walkers and passers by welcome
Dyslexia House Association, a local dyslexia association
serving Medway and Mid-Kent - interested visit www.
medwaydys.org where there are lists of tutors, assessors
and information. Helpline Tues, Wed & Thurs 10.00am
- 3.00pm 01622 717308, British Dyslexia Association’s
helpline 0845 251 9002
Family Matters provides counselling for children and
adult survivors of rape and sexual abuse. The helpline
offers practical and emotional support ( this is NOT a 24hr
service, a message can be left and the helpline will call
back) Helpline 01474 537392
Fibromyalgia Maidstone & Weald Support Group
meet bi-monthly every third Wednesday of the month
1.30 - 3.30pm, Salvation Army Hall, 74-78 Union Street,,
Maidstone details Julie.amos@sky.com 01622 739010
Gamblers Anonymous a support group for gamblers and
their family supporters. Meetings at Maidstone (Monday)
and Strood (Wednesday) and throughout the country.
Contact 24 hour helpline for details 020 7384 3040. There
is help for you 24 hours a day.
Headway West Kent Maidstone Drop In for people with
acquired brain injury. Drop In for information, advice and
support in an informal setting, every Thursday 10.30am12.30pm Maidstone Community Support Centre,
Marsham Street. Family and carers welcome. Contact
Kate on 01892 619001 or dropin@headwaywkent.org.uk
KASBAH Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus,support and
advice in Kent & Medway. Independent living projects
(Hattie Webb House in Rochester) for young adults with
physical and/or mild learning disabilities, also day training,
01634 404468 or email hattie-webbhouse@kasbah.org.uk
Guided Walk A Reserve Coming to Life
A stroll around Nashenden Down Reserve
near Rochester to enjoy the spectacular
grassland landscape and displays of flora
and fauna at this former arable site. Led by
reserve warden Alison Ruyter. Meet at parking
area in Nashenden Farm Lane
ME1 3TQ some steep and uneven terrain.
Call 01622 662012 for details.
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Coffee Concert and Sale
The Salvation Army in Maidstone
(74-80 Union Street, Maidstone ME14 1ED)
Saturday 16th July, 11.00am – 2.00pm.
Concert by the young people from 1.00pm
Come and enjoy delicious refreshments,
browse the stalls, goods for sale and fun for
the children - and listen to the concert.
All proceeds will be donated to the ME
Association (who support people with ME and
fund research into diagnosing, treating and
curing ME) and Cancer Research UK.
For further information please contact the
Community office on 01622 681808
Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust
need volunteer “buddies” to help with lunchtime at our
older adult unit Priority House, Maidstone. We need 2
volunteers each day 7 days a week. If interested please
telephone 01622 723212 or email fay.felton@kmpt.nhs.uk
Kent Down Syndrome Group - exchange information,
enjoy social events. Medway coffee evening bi-monthly
at Parklands Resource Centre, Contact Tracy Mackenzie
on 01634-325120 or 07787947142 - visit www.kentds.org
Kent Group of Advanced Motorists To improve
your driving and pass your Advanced Driving Test
please contact Terry Nunn on 01634 716049 or email
associates@kentiam.org.uk
Kent Link Group for Deaf and Deafened People meets
bi-monthly in the Barns next to Chalk Church, to offer
mutual friendship, support and understanding. Usually
a Speaker (various topics). Further details from David
Eves phone 01634 306636 or check the website www.
deafenedsupportgrp.co.uk
Kent Savers Credit Union provides savings accounts
and affordable loans to anyone who lives/works in Kent. See www.kentsavers.co.uk, call Mon to Fri 0333 321
9050 or email info@kentsavers.co.uk Authorised and
regulated by the Financial Services Authority
Kings Hill and District U3A (University of the Third
Age) for retired or semi-retired. Meetings first Thursday
every month, 2.00pm, Kings Hill Community Centre (near
ASDA),see www.kingshillu3a.org.uk or Mark Richards
khad.u3a.membership@gmail.com phone 01622 201985.
Maidstone and Medway Cruse Bereavement Care
offers personal and confidential support to bereaved
people through counselling and information. Volunteers
and donations warmly welcome. 01622 671011 email:
maidstonebranch@cruse.org.uk. See www.cruse.org.uk
Saturday 16th July, 2.00 – 4.00pm
Mote Park
Simon Ginnaw leads this walk looking for
butterflies, dragonflies, wildlife, warblers and
woodpeckers. We will also get up close and
personal with the parks special and ancient
trees. Park and meet in the main car park
ME15 7SX Dogs welcome.
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Auction of Promises
St Peter & St Pauls Church, Aylesford
Saturday 16th July, 7.00pm
Brasssey Rooms, Station Road, Aylesford
Entrance free
Nibbles provided at the tables and soft drinks
available to purchase but you may bring your
own drinks if you wish.
There will be a chance to bid on a large
variety of items from days out to an hour
or two gardening, a pamper session,
homeamade cakes etc. Please come along
and support this event and spend an
enjoyable evening in fun company.
Leaders: Julie & Chris Peeling
Maidstone Carers Project Maidstone Community
Support Centre 39-48 Marsham Street. We are a point of
contact for carers living in Maidstone and Malling needing
support, information, assistance, Contact 01622 685276.
Maidstone Health Walks Gentle short walks at your
own pace each week. Mon - Greenfields Buggy Walk,
9.15am Children’s Centre, Rutland Way, Shepway.
Tues 10.30am Mote Park Café. Wed Cherry Orchard,
12.30pm roundabout near Tesco Express, Barming. Thurs
Maidstone, 11.00am Town Hall. Friday Meadow Buggy
Walk, 10.00am Fusion Cafe, Park Wood Parade
Maidstone Mencap a small charity that supports children
and adults living in the Maidstone area who have severe
learning difficulties and disabilities. Facilities for all age
groups at Mote Park premises and respite 07956 332975.
Maidstone Semi Colon Club (bowel cancer support
group), includes Medway Maritime Hospital patients,
meet a few times a year (Saturdays) in an informal
setting at the PGMC, Maidstone Hospital. All welcome, for
more information contact Secretary Valerie Nash 01634
403222 valrontherosebed@btinternet.com
Maidstone Stroke Support Group meet the first Tuesday
and third Monday every month Tovil Working Mans Club,
Tovil Hill, Maidstone, contact John Ward 01622 688475
mobile 07986 789325 for more details.
Medway Area Rethink Social Support Group is for all
Medway area sufferers of social isolation and or mental
health issues. Meets weekly Monday 1.00 - 3.00pm, The
RVS Community Café 95-97 High Street, Chatham ME4
4DL Information from coordinator Simon Wyatt 01634
304385, 074742 02130 or email simon1520@sky.com
A Summer Concert
to mark the 400th Anniversary of
Shakespeare’s death
Bearsted Choral Society
Saturday 16th July, 7.30pm
St Nicholas Church, Leeds ME17 1RL
A Sprig of Thyme – John Rutter
From the Bavarian Highlands – Edward Elgar
& Songs & Sonnets – George Shearing,
Music Director: Andrew Lowen
Tickets £10 (Students £5)
Available from: 01634 666730
by email from tickets@bearstedchoral.org.uk
and also available at the door
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Medway Ramblers Walk
Sunday 17th July, 10.00am meet Derek
07768 448633 derek.kent@blueyonder.co.uk
Harrietsham car park south of A20 Fake
Oast Houses with Green and Orange Flags
TQ867525 ME17 1AH for a 6.5 mile lmoderate
circular walk north of Harrietsham offering
fine views to the south after going up to the
top of the Downs. Bring picnic lunch for
midway break. Pub at end.
M.E./CFS support group. We have social meetings
every 3 months in Maidstone. We have a small
library of information books on M.E./CFS. For more
information, telephone 07503 335298 and leave a
message, and Mary will phone you back.
Multiple Sclerosis Society, Maidstone Branch
information, help and support to any person with MS and
all family and friends. Bi-monthly newsletter, monthly
outings (summer) social events (winter), Coffee morning
Maidstone alt Wed mornings, and a young persons group,
Kent wide. Contact 01622 675556
National Childbirth Trust (NCT Maidstone Branch):
Antenatal and Early Days (Postnatal) courses, yoga for
pregnancy, breast feeding counsellor, nearly new sales,
coffee mornings, mums to be meals, family events. Call
0844 2436198 Visit www.nct.org.uk/branches/maidstone,
Facebook: NCT Maidstone, info@nctmaidstone.co.uk
National Osteoporosis Society, Maidstone Support
Group meet 6 times a year, Allington Baptist Church,
76a London Road, Maidstone (opposite the Somerfield),
Saturday 2.00 - 4.00pm, talks at three meetings, AGM, tea
party (June) to raise funds and Christmas party. For further
details call Heather (secretary) 01622 744704
Neighbourhood Watch - Our aim is to help and support
communities working together to prevent crime and
anti-social behaviour. If you would like more information
about the Maidstone & District Neighbourhood Watch
Association take a look at our web site which includes
helpful information www.maidstonenhw.co.uk
North Kent Breast Friends Affected by Breast Cancer?
Want to talk to others and raise money? Come to our
support group last Friday every month at The Centre,
Medway Moto Services [London Bound] ME8 8PQ 7.00
– 9.00pm. Refreshments available partner or friend
welcome Ring Melissa 01634 309990 or Text 07518
876940 or email Melissatullett@gmail.com
Options Centre for crisis pregnancy and post-abortion
support, a place to turn when pregnancy is unexpected
or you need to talk. Free pregnancy tests, Post-abortion
counselling, for an appointment contact 01622 691872.
Overeaters Anonymous organised along similar lines to
Alcoholics Anonymous but for people with a food problem.
Meetings in Strood and Maidstone and other Kent towns.
07479 191045 or wwwo.oagb.org.uk for more information.
Sunday July 17th, 10.30am
Meet at Offham village green TQ657573/ME19
5NL, 6 miles leisurely walk, dogs welcome.
Details from walk leader 01732 851310
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6.5 miles/10.5 km – moderate
Starting from Hawkhurst PCP, TN18 4PQ GR:
TQ763305 Circular walk via Delmonden Manor
- Siseley Farm - Gills Green, moderate pace.
Assistance dogs only.
Fairly flat walk, few stiles.
Leader: Anne Nash, 01622 753530 or 07895
190543, anne.nash@talktalk.net
Parkinson’s UK Maidstone Branch meets 1st Friday of
the month Maidstone Hockey Club. South Park. Armstrong
Road ME15 6AZ 2.30 - 4.30pm. Varied programme,
fundraising events and outings. All affected by Parkinson’s,
carers, friends and family welcome. Contact Susan
Thistlethwaite 01622 859608 or Volunteer Co-ordinator
vc.south2@parkinsons.org.uk 03442 253664
Parkinson’s UK Working Age Group Medway &
District , for those with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease
meets every 3rd Thursday, 7.30pm, St Mary’s Island
Community Centre, Chatham, ME4 3EP. Details Phil
Bungay MedwayWorkingPD@gmail.com 01634 405441
or Volunteer Co-ordinator, Parkinson’s UK 0344 225 3664
vc.south2@parkinsons.org.uk
PMRGCAuk Maidstone Meet Up for people with
Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis. Fourth
Monday each month, 11.00am, Maidstone Hilton Hotel.
Share experiences, no cost for attending. Volunteer to
help the Group Leader needed. For more details contact
Penny or Kathryn on 0300 999 5090. www.pmrgca.co.uk
Samaritans
Provide
confidential,
non-judgmental
emotional support 24 hours a day for people who are
experiencing feelings of distress or despair including those
that could lead to suicide. Contact 01622 674444 or viist
48, Grecian Street, Maidstone ME14 2TS
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SOBS) offer
emotional support, help and information to bereaved
people. Maidstone Support Group meets first Tuesday
each month. For further information contact Sheila 01622
751976 Website: www.uk-sobs.org.uk
Sussex and Kent ME/CFS Society informs, supports
and represents many with chronic fatigue syndrome/ME,
Contact 01273 674828.
Loose Footpaths Walking Group
Half Day Walk
Meet in the car park of the Kent and Sussex
Railway Terminus at Tenterden (TQ 883 335)
for a 6 mile walk both north and south of the
A28. Details from walk leader 01622 745067
Assistance dogs only
The Vine Computer Skills and Job Advice Centre
Mondays 10.00am – 3.00pm (term time) St Martin’s
Church Hall Northumberland Road, Maidstone develop
confidence and IT skills. Complete beginners welcome.
First session free then £2 per week, Friendly tutors. Book
leave clear message 01622 752751 mob: 07894 152911
The Vine Shop Northumberland Court, Maidstone
weekdays 9.30am - 12.30pm, Second-hand clothes &
household goods sold for small amount. To donate call in
(no furniture/electrical items) Vine Shop 07724 473796
or Vine Church 01622 746839 for information. Free debt
advice by appointment, and help with filling in forms..
Topaz Community a social enterprise for people with
Learning Disabilities. We run the best disco, monthly, in
Maidstone, & other activities. www.topazcommunity.co.uk
01622 609284 topaz@topazcommunity.co.uk
Valley Conservation Society a group of volunteers that
manage the ponds and surrounding area of the lower
end of the Loose Valley Conservation Area. Work party
every Tuesday, new people welcome, details phone 01622
746514 or go to www.valleyconservation.org.uk
Want a Great Future? Are you 16 or 17 Not in Education,
Training nor Work, no GCSE’s C grade or above? Free
1 to 1 support to help you decide your future. St Martin’s
Church Hall, Northumberland Rd, Maidstone ME15 7LP.
Phone and leave a message 01622 752751 david.
williams@thevineuk.net
Open Garden
The Croft
Pilgrims Way, Detling ME14 3JY
Sunday 17th July, 2.00 – 5.00pm
Visit this award winning garden, joint runner
up in the 2015 Kent Life Amateur Gardener
Award which is being opened exclusively in
support of Heart of Kent Hospice. Admire the
walled garden as it was in Victorian times
when The Croft was built by Richard Cooke
in 1840. Children will love spotting butterflies
in the meadow and the old orchard which
is managed organically to promote wildlife
amidst the long grass and flowers. Take care
near the bee hive but learn more about these
fascinating insects from a local bee expert.
Entry is by suggested donation of £5. For
further details of this and all the gardens
taking part in the Open Gardens event please
visit. www.hokh.org
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10 miles/16.1 km –moderate
Starting from Kemsing village CP, TN15 6NA
GR: TQ558585 Circular walk via Heaverham Oldbury Woods - Seal, moderate pace.
Assistance dogs only. Lunch stop at The
Padwell Arms, Stone Street, GR TQ569550,
food available
Leaders: Roy & Mary Winters, 01322 224269
SOCIAL GROUPS
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WALKING, DANCE & SPORTS
Arethusa Venture Centre Climbing Wall, Lower Upnor,
Rochester, Kent ME2 4XB Heated swimming pool for hire
22 x 8 metres. Open for organised groups, swimming
clubs, youth groups – for more details please contact us
on 01634 719933.
Aylesford Short Mat Bowls Club Come along and join
the fun. We meet Wednesday 1.15 - 4.00pm at Aylesford
Community Centre, 25 Forstal Road, Aylesford. Contact
Tony on 07837 444795 or just turn up.
Badminton Club - New Players Wanted for St. Philips
Badminton Club. Long established non league, friendly
sociable atmosphere, intermediate standard. Maidstone
Grammar School sports centre, Barton Road, every
Tuesday 8.00 to 10.00pm, visit for low cost evening of
exercise and fun. Derek or Sue 01622 208334 for details.
Bearsted and Thurnham Bowling Club new, high
quality, all weather, all year round playing surface, with
floodlighting. Open to new members and visitors, free
‘taster sessions’, excellent coaching in enjoyable and
relaxed setting. Details ring Barry Patey 01622 730336
Bearsted Healthy Walking Group Every Tuesday
10.15am from Holy Cross church car park, Circular
walk either 30min or one hour. Easy to moderate
pace depending on fitness, Walks are free, contact
Jeannette Ward for more information 07941 906553 or
b.patientparticipation@nhs.net Bluett Short Mat Bowls Club meet 3.00pm Fridays at
Grove Green Community Hall (by Tesco’s). Beginners and
experienced bowlers welcome. Come along or contact
01622 735286 for further information.
Starting from Harrietsham Village Hall CP,
ME17 1BD GR: TQ873528
Circular walk via West Street - Wrinsted Wood
- Little Higham - Doddington - Kings Acre Marlowe Farm, moderate pace.
The Chequers Inn, Doddington + café on
Chequers Hill, food available
Leader: Hazel Stanley, 01622 884546
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Loose Footpaths Walking Group
Wednesday 20th July, 7.00pm
Evening Walk
A Wateringbury Wander
Meet at Wateringbury Station car park for an
approximately 4½ mile circular walk via the
Mill Pond, Park Farm, Little Canon, Pizien
Well, Rock Farm, Nettlestead Church and
back along the towpath to Wateringbury
Station. Details from walk leader
01622 745342, 747783 or 298494
Assistance dogs only
Bobbing Village Hall for Short Mat Bowls. Every Tuesday
7.15 – 9.30pm and Thursday 2.00 – 4.15pm. Any age, No
experience necessary. Come and make new friends. A
very good social activity. New Members always welcome.
No equipment required to start - just turn up. For further
details call 01795 422296 or 01634 360906
Boughton Monchelsea Bowls Club play indoor short
mat bowling at Village Hall, Thurs & Sunday 7pm to 9pm
come and give it a go! First three sessions Free. For more
information please contact John Huthwaite 01622 813459
Boughton under Blean Bowls Club. New green to
open this summer, New members Novice or Experienced
welcome. Contact Jackie Leek (sec) 01227 751347. email
boughtonbowls@btinternet.com
Bulgarian Folklore Dancing Group ‘Kitka’ Good
Exercise, Great Fun. Open to all nationalities. Dancing
sessions every Saturday 9.15 – 10.00am children, 10.15
- 11.15am adults, (term only) £4 per lesson, Thomas
Aveling School (main hall), Arethusa Road, Rochester
ME1 2UW email bgfolklore2013@gmail.com
Christian Expressions Dance, Larkfield and East Malling
Methodist Church New Hythe Lane, Larkfield ME20 6PN,
Monday afternoons term time 1.30pm, Refresh, rejoice,
stretch through creative dance. Contact Sylvia Ratcliff
01634 245767 for more details
Cobdown Hockey Club men’s and women’s teams,
playing in the Kent League every Saturday home matches
The Hundred of Hoo School, clubhouse Aylesford. View
www.Cobdown.co.uk or Nick Shread on 07939 469332.
Country Dancing at Sutton Valence We meet fortnightly.
Beginners welcome - come on your own or with a partner.
Please ring Rita 01622 743126 for details.
Croquet without flamingos or a shrubbery! Medway
Croquet Club offers you coaching and play on its four
lawns at Cobdown Sports & Social Club, Station Road,
Aylesford. Training for beginners, Doug Francis on 01622
790158. www.medwaycroquetclub.org
Thursday 21st July, 7.00pm
5 miles/8 km –moderate
Starting from Linton PCP, by the church.
ME17 4AW GR: TQ755503
Evening circular walk via Greensand Way Linton Park, moderate pace.
Assistance dogs only.
Optional pub stop after walk.
Leader: Graham Smith, 01622 755822 or
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Curling Club (SECC) South East England Curling Club
meets Tuesdays and Wednesdays 8.00 – 10.00pm (also
a variety of weekend day events through the season) at
Fenton’s Rink, Dundale Road, Tunbridge Wells, 07867
846136 �southofenglandcurlingclub@googlemail.com
Dancing for Fun 17th Century Jane Austen style, Ceilidh,
American Contra, Squares, Barn Dance, and Contra
Waltzing! Great low impact exercise! No experience or
partner required! Have fun, get fitter, meet new people!
Tuesdays 1.45pm - 3.30pm Exchange Studio, Hazlitt Arts
Centre www.contrafusion.co.uk 01233 625 362
RSPB Maidstone Local Group
Grove Green Community Hall
Penhurst Close, Grove Green, Maidstone
ME14 5BT (next to Tesco’s).
Thursday 21st July, 7.30pm
Talk ‘The Russian Far East’ - Chris Collins
Ample parking close by in Tesco car park with
pedestrian access to the hall
Entrance £3.50 members & £4.50 for
non-members. Light refreshments included
To join our group, or for more details please
telephone our Membership Secretary
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14 miles/22.5 km – moderate
Starting from Linton PCP, by the church.
ME17 4AW GR: TQ755503
Circular walk via Greensand Way - Medway
Valley Path - Wateringbury - Yalding,
moderate pace. Assistance dogs only.
Lunch stop at The Railway PH, Wateringbury
packed lunch advisable.
Leader: Norman Collins, 01622 744981,
normanjcollins@btinternet.com
Ditton Bowls Club, Friendly Mixed Club. Lawn Bowls
-April to September, Short Mat Bowls - October to April
Junior Section – Clubmark, EBCS coaches, Bingo
Club. Secretary: Shirley Andrews 01622 718359. See website www.dittonbowlsclub.co.uk for full details.
Fitness For Life - Medau Movement,, Classes are fun
and suitable for all ages just wear comfortable clothing
Wednesdays 8.00 - 9.30pm at Brookfield Junior School,
Larkfield, for information contact Joan 01634 256891
Heather House Short Mat Bowls Club meets every
Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. at Longshaw Road opposite
Parkwood shops New or experienced Bowlers very
welcome, Come along or contact 01622 673543 or
750720 for further information.
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Indoor Market and Craft Fair
Produce and Crafts
Aylesford Village Community Centre
Sunday 24th July, 10.00am – 2.00pm
Over 30 stalls under cover in two halls
offering a wide variety of products woodwork, needlecraft, jewellery, cosmetics,
pies and pastries, vegetables, plants, cards,
accessories and more.
Free entry but donations to support Aylesford
Village Community Centre which is a Charity
would be welcome.
Parking, Tea and Coffee
Carole Difford 01622 710762 / 07887 867086
Hunton Bowls Club, West Street, Hunton. New
or Experienced Members welcome. Contact Diane
Cheeseman (sec) on 01622 745642 for details.
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sensei Instructor. Strood Library. Glanville Road. ME2
3AJ Saturday 10.00am - 12noon. Contact Hugh on 01634
291085 Email: radishkn@gmail.com
Invicta Artistic Roller Skating Club based at Abbey
Sports Centre, London Road, Faversham, Kent. Contact
Keith 07971 088383 www.invictarsc.btik.com
Invicta Korfball Club. Korfball is a fast dynamic sport of
mixed sex teams. We are looking for new players from
U11 to adults. We train on a Thursday at Greenacre
School, Chatham. Call Sarah Webb 07714 324807 for
more information or go to www.invictasharks.co.uk
Invicta PFC (Powerchair Football Club) a club for people
in powered wheelchairs. More details of the sport can be
found on www.thewfa.org.uk. Sessions run fortnightly on
Saturdays. If you are interested call Nurinder on 07789
764602 or email nurinderb@gmail.com.
Kentara (Kent Active Retirement) Line Dancing Classes
Larkfield Village Hall, New Hythe Lane, Maidstone
celebrate 20 years of Line Dancing this year. New
beginners class every Monday 12noon, followed by easy
class 12.45pm and more advanced at 2.00pm. All over
50s welcome to join in the fun, enquires 01732 870715.
Kent Artistic Roller Dance Club - a friendly club
operating from the YMCA Maidstone on Fridays - we
coach all standards from 5 years to competition level.
Further details from Jackie 01622 688001.
Kent Health Walks Come and join us for a short friendly
walk led by a caring volunteer walk leader. Everyone is
welcome! Phone Martyn on 01304 828713 or go to www.
kenthealthandwellbeing.nhs.uk to find details.
Kent Invicta TFC (Table Football Club) is always on the
look out for new members young and old, average age
28. We participate in tournaments in UK and Europe. See
www.myspace.com/kentinvictatfc for more information or
contact kentinvictatfc@yahoo.co.uk 07952 24 00 92
Annual Exhibition
Maidstone Arts Society
The County Gallery, County Hall,
Maidstone, ME14 1XQ
Monday 25th - Thursday 28th July
Free Entry from 10.00am – 4.00pm
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11 miles/17.7 km – strenuous
Starting from Goathurst Common, TN14 6JA
GR: TQ497519 Circular walk via Weardale
- Westerham - French Street - Emmetts,
moderate pace. Assistance dogs only.
Walk contains several steep hills. Lunch stop
in Westerham, choice of eating places.
Leader: Robert Hooker, 07789 635514,
rphooker2014@gmail.com
Loose and Leeds Cricket Club – Players wanted!
Sunday Kent Village Cricket League and Friendly matches
Call Cyril Davey 01622 741417 for information.
Loose Bowls Club 444 Loose Road ME15 9UA. A friendly
and social club – New and experienced players welcome,
Come and the try the game. Details ring 01622 688527
Maidstone Baton Twirlers now recruiting, boys and
girls aged 5 and over, to be part of our fun, friendly and
successful competition team! Aged 10 and over especially
welcome! Classes: Mon 4.30 – 5.30pm, Beechwood
Community Hall Barming: Wed 4.15 – 6.15pm TA Centre,
Boxley Road, Maidstone. Contact Sharon 07818 047164
or see www.facebook.com/maidstonebatontwirlers
Maidstone Bowls Club Buckland Road, New members
of any bowls experience or age (10 years to pensionable)
welcome, Free coaching Monday & Thursday 6.00 –
8.00pm, May to September. First class facilitie, Coaching
and equipment provided, Interested? For information call
Martin 01622 761221 website Maidstone.bowlsclub.net
Maidstone Fencing Club Heather House, Bicknor Road,
Monday 7.30 – 10.00pm, Information John Goddard
01622 891112.
Maidstone Hockey Club 4 ladies and 7 men’s sides on
Saturdays and a number of youth sides from age 9 – 18.
Coaching for 5 – 18 year olds at South Park, Armstrong
Road, Contact Mike Evans 01622 765856 www.
maidstonehockey.org
Maidstone Ramblers an enthusiastic and extremely
friendly walking group, over 200 guided walks to suit
every level of ability annually. Explore Kent’s beautiful
countryside, make new friends and keep fit at the same
time. Pprogramme see www.maidstoneramblers.org.uk or
phone Ray on 07880 727619 for more details
Maidstone Run England, fun and friendly local running
group. All abilities welcome, Meets Monday, Tuesday &
Thursday, 6.30pm, around Maidstone, £2 per session. For
details contact Shelley Abela 07789 733878 or shelley@
amethyst-secretarial.co.uk
Kent Wildlife Trust
Wednesday 27th July, 11.00am – 3.30pm
Marvellous Marine Day – family event
Join a day of marine activities, things to make
and seaweed pressing with Julie Thomsett
and Fiona White
Meet Tyland Barn Visitor Centre, Sandling,
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Aylesford & Eccles WI
Wednesday 27th July, 7.30pm.
Brassey Rooms, Station Road, Aylesford
Talk on Crop Circles by Andy Thomas
Plus the usual time for a cup of tea and a chat
and a chance to sign up for any trips etc or
interest groups that you may wish to join. We
are always pleased to welcome new faces
and there is no obligation to join at your first
visits so why not come along and meet us. If
you would like any further information please
contact Eileen on 01622 715205 or have a look
at our facebook.
Maidstone Swimming Club for the Disabled
meet every Tuesday Midday to1.00pm Maidstone Leisure
Centre. People with disabilities or mobility problems
welcome. We are also looking for volunteer helpers.
Contact Clive on 01622 747819 for more information.
Maidstone Victory Angling Club (MVAS) Wide variety
of waters in the Maidstone area to cater for most types
of fishing. For details see www.maidstonevictory.co.uk or
write to MVAS, PO Box 1306, Maidstone ME14 9QD.
Maidstone Warriors Basketball Club Boys and girls from
infant to secondary school age, Aylesford School – Sports
College, Teapot Lane, Aylesford. Saturday morning,
information Richard 0771 674341
Medau Exercise Class - Why not have fun, meet friends
and get fit this year. First class free to anyone new,
Brookfield Junior School Wednesday 8.00 - 9.15pm. St
Pauls Church Hall, Boxley Road, Maidstone Fridays 1.15 2.15pm. Contact Joan 01634 256891 for details.
MX Fencing meet every Wednesday at The Malling
School, Beech Road, East Malling, Kent, 6.15 to 8.15pm
web site mxfencing.org.uk
Pegasus Gymnastics Club, Unit 2,3,4 Farleigh Hill, Tovil,
Maidstone, ME15 6RG www.pegasusgc.org Designated
facility with International quality equipment for 4 months
upwards, including special needs. For more information
contact 01622 737170 or info@pegasusgc.org
Penenden Heath Bowls Club located on the heath at
ME14 2DU) New and experienced players welcome. Come
along and try the game for free on Monday afternoon, ring
01622 661882 or email alanportland@aol.com for details.
San Fairy Ann Cycling Club The oldest and one of the
largest cycling clubs in Kent caters for riders of all abilities.
Ron Lee 01622 725334 www.sanfairyanncc.co.uk
Stockbury Short Mat Bowls Club welcomes new
members, no experience or initial equipment required,
we meet twice a week at the Memorial Hall in Stockbury
Village (just off the A249). Contact our club secretary on
01795 842738 for further details.
Stockbury Social Sequence Dancing Club Stockbury
Village Hall, 8.00pm every Friday night. We are sorry but
our membership is now full, call 01634 387478 or 01634
231886 to be added to our waiting list.
T&G Bowls Club at Tovil Working Men`s Club Maidstone,
will be bowling this season, 2016. New and experienced
bowlers will be welcomed. Contact Ron Gladman. (Sec)
01622 750724
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The Mote Squash Club, Willow Way, Maidstone. Now
offer the use of courts to non members. For more details
please contact the club 01622 676977 (evenings) or The
Secretary 01622 757737
Vinters Football Club welcome boys and girls between
the ages of 4 - 7. Training Saturday 10.00am - 12noon at
Valley Park playing fields, off New Cut Road, Maidstone.
£3 per session Information www.vintersfc.org.uk or Kevin
Seaward 07757 696925 or kevinseaward@yahoo.co.uk
Volleyball Club - Strood Volleyball Club, Strood Sports
Centre. Men’s, women’s and mixed teams playing in
local Kent league. Tuesday 8.30 - 10:30pm. All abilities
welcome at this friendly and successful club. For more
information contact razors2011@virginmedia.com or visit
www.strood-volleyball.org.uk
Wateringbury Cricket Club, Fields Lane, are looking for
new players. Contact our club captain on 07775 816418
or go to www.wateringbury.com. We look forward to
meeting you.
Westborough Bowls Club founded in 1925 extends
an invitation for new members to join including novices.
Located at Cloudberry Close off the London Road,
Maidstone near to the Pippin Inn. For further information
please contact Hon. Sec. Derek Parker 01622 208334 or
email derek.parker@blueyonder.co.uk
YOUTH
1st Larkfield Boys’ Brigade Company, Larkfield &
East Malling Methodist Church Hall, New Hythe Lane,
Wednesday (term time) – recruiting new members.
Anchor 5 - 8 years 6.00 - 7.15pm, Junior 8 – 11 years
6.30 - 8.00pm, Company 12 – 15 years and, Senior
15 - 18 years 7.00 - 8.30pm First session Free!
1st Larkfield Girls’ Brigade meets on Monday evenings
between 5.00 and 9.00pm across four age groups at
Larkfield & East Malling Methodist Church Hall. We run a
wide range of activities and events. Contact Val Burnage
01634 305650 or val@burnage.me.uk for more details.
40F (Maidstone) Squadron, Air Training Corps
Yeomanry Cottages, Boxley Road, Maidstone, ME14 2AR
meet Wednesday and Friday Evenings, 7.00 – 9.30pm.
For more information please phone (cadet nights only)
01622 686 258 or Email adj.40@aircadets.org
AylesARA
the club for recycled teenagers aged 50+
Thursday 28th July, 2.00pm
Community Centre Aylesford
Talk by Neil Sadler entitled
Gangooling for Beginners (or in other words
messing about on canals)
There will be tea and biscuits and a chance
to sign up for any outings, events etc that
you may wish to join. There is no obligation
to join at your first visits so please feel free
to come along and try us out. If you would
like any more information please feel free to
contact Wayne on 01622 710734.
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14 miles/22.5 km –moderate
Starting from Rosemary Lane, Flimwell
TN5 7PT GR: TQ701321
Bewl Water (circuit), moderate pace.
Assistance dogs only. Please bring packed
lunch and plenty of water.
Afternoon tea stop at Visitor Centre.
Leader: Carol D, 07752 488931
Barming Primary School Parent Teacher Association
We have a busy schedule of fundraising events to provide
some little extra’s for the children; making their school
experience easier and more enjoyable. Visit www.barming.
kent.sch.uk and click on PTA to see our full list of events.
Boxley Road Detachment Kent Army Cadet Force.
Meet every Monday & Wednesday 7.30 - 9.30pm behind
the Reserves’ Centre, Boxley Road, Maidstone, ME14
2AR. All welcome from 12 to 18yrs. Looking for adults
too. Uniform supplied after induction period. Drop in with
parent/carers for a taster of what we do.
Ride London 100
Kent riders needed to take part in
Ride London 100 for Action for Children.
Sunday 31st July 2016
Beginning in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic
Park, you will ride through the heart of the
capital, out into Surrey and back again.
This 100 mile route passes breath-taking
scenery and some of London’s most historic
monuments and sites, before pushing
your limits as you climb up Leith and Box
hill in rural Surrey. You will then ride back
into central London and ride down The Mall,
finishing in front of Buckingham Palace.
Golden Bond Riders.
Entry for this incredible event is just £25. We
ask all riders to raise a minimum of £475 to
support the work of Action for Children.
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Sunday 31st July, 10.00am
5.5 miles/8.9 km – leisurely
Starting from the Old Post Office, Sutton
Valence village centre. ME17 3WJ TQ814493
Circular walk via East Sutton - Morry House Ulcombe - Boyston Court, leisurely pace.
Assistance dogs only. Parking can be difficult
in village - please share cars. Generally flat
with 1-2 stiles, final stretch uphill. Leader:
Carol H, 01622 744294
Boys’ and Girls’ Brigades Maidstone Baptist Church
Knightrider Street, Maidstone, E15 6LU every Wednesday
evening 5.30 – 7.00pm for school years 1-6 and from 7.15
– 9.15pm for school years 7+. For more information please
contact brigades@maidstonebaptist.net
Girlguiding - Interested in joining? Rainbows, girls aged
5-7. Brownies, girls aged 7-10. Guides, girls aged 1014. Young Leaders, girls aged 14-26. Volunteers aged
18+. For details, to find your nearest local unit and register
your interest telephone 08001 695901 or log onto www.
girlguiding.org.uk/interested
Moncktons Detachment Kent Army Cadet Force. Meet
every Monday & Wednesday (term time) 7.30 - 9.30pm
at Moncktons Detachment, College Avenue, Maidstone,
ME15 6YJ (under stone arch) Cadets from 12yrs to 18yrs.
All welcome, uniform supplied after induction period. Drop
in with parents/carers to see who we are and what we do.
North Downs Young Farmers Club, based in and
around Maidstone a group of 10 - 26 year olds with an
interest in animals and farming, offering a variety of fun
farming and non-farming activities, interested? Visit www.
northdownsyfc.co.uk
Sunday July 31st, 10.30am
Meet at Tonbridge - Cranford Road eastern
Junction with A26 Hadlow Rd, TQ614484/
TN10 4LR, 9.8 miles moderate walk, dogs on
leads. Details from walk leader 01732 358305
or 07939 348189.
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Saturday 27th August, 10.00 am
from Maidstone East Station (ME14 1QN) –
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sister train to the Venice-Simplon Orient
Express, will be taking guests on a once
in a lifetime day trip to Windsor. Your day
starts with a beautiful Bellini Breakfast in
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through the stations en route. Upon arrival,
you will have four hours to enjoy the delights
of Windsor and entry to the castle is included
in the ticket price before being welcomed
back on the train with a glass of champagne.
On the journey home, sit back and relax
as you enjoy fine dining with a four course
dinner and bottle of wine per couple.
Tickets at £450 per head are limited and
early booking is recommended to avoid
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01622 790195 or
email tom.abbott@hokh.co.uk.
Youth Club Maidstone Baptist Church, Knightrider Street,
Maidstone, ME15 6LU Friday Nights 6.30 – 8.45pm for
school years 6+, running fun activities from cooking to
football and lots in between, Fully equipped and safe
environment, enquiries youth@maidstonebaptist.net
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Youth Club The Salvation Army, 74-80 Union Street,
Maidstone (ME14 1ED) Open to all 11-15 year olds Wii,
darts, nerf guns, table tennis, pool and lots more.1st and
3rd Friday of the month, 7.00 -9.00pm, £1.50 per person,
tuck shop is extra. For further details, please phone
Church Office 01622 681808.
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£14.60
£34.20
£18.98
£49.40
£24.82
£64.60
£5.84
£15.20
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August 2016
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Copy date:
July 12th
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Sewing Repairs & Alterations
Call Rosanna on 07912 296 140
MAN & VAN at competitive rates.
www.vanworker.co.uk. 01634 365427
Chris’s Handyman Services
No job too small.
01622 687020 or 07813 554 325
BOUNCY CASTLES / CAROUSELS
Family concern est.1987. 01634 365427.
www.penfoldsamusements.co.uk
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looking for Clients? This Line ads.
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your advert to ads@thenet.uk.net. We
will reply with a proof & cost. BANJO TUITION 5 string & tenor
Fun, easy to learn, all ages, 1-2-1 or
group lessons. Graham 01634 260281
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ARE YOU A PRIVATE TUTOR
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MEMORIES OF UPCHURCH
By David Wood. With over 300 pages
& 200 photos, this is the first detailed
history of the village. Available at £15.00
in the Sunburst Books, 21 Station Road,
Rainham, Kent ME8 7RS. For mail
order (£17.75 including P&P) please call
AMM Books 01634 310011.
Third Picture Book of RAINHAM by
Barbara Mackay Miller and Rosemary
Dellar published at £7.99. Over 180
old photos, maps etc with extended
captions. Available from Sunburst
Books 21 Station Road, Rainham,
Kent ME8 7RS. For mail order (£10.74
incl P&P) please call AMM Books on
01634 310011.
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INDEX
OF DISPLAY ADVERTISEMENTS
W in place of a page number
indicates a business to be found on
www.thenet.uk.net
Accountancy & Bookkeeping
Aggarwal & Co.
1
Michael Nicholls
11
Thompson Elphick Accountants
31
Aerials
R&P Aerials
17
Architect
Designscape
33
Bathroom Installation
Dovetail Interiors
25
Nightingale Bathrooms
19
Whibhard
37
Blinds, Shutters & Awnings
AT Blinds
40
Classic Blinds
33
Ideal Shutters
29
Spectrum Blinds
25
Block Paving
Mayfair Drives
19
M Dowle
37
Builders & Maintenance
David Jones Building
2
Goodridge Building Contractors
13
J W Builders
19
SJ Group
1
Carpentry
Carpentry Service
23
Plane & Simple
11
Steven Broom
35
Charity
KWT Photography Competition
36
Royal British Legion
36
Childcare
Boughton Monchelsea Playgroup
20
Cleaning Services
Gutter Clean Kent
25
Homefresh
3
Medway & Maidstone Oven Clean 11
Oven Wizards
35
Washboard & Mangle Launderette 17
Computers
BL Computer Solutions
5
Logitex
3
Domestic Appliance Repairs
Colin De Bolla
23
Double Glazing Repairs
Access Denied
40
Lockstock Double Glazing Repairs 29
Miranda Double Glazing Repairs
2
Window Fix Direct
1
Electricians
Electric Rewired
2
Oak Tree Electricians
35
STE Electrical Services 33
Fascias, Soffits etc
BD Rooflines
11
Fascia Plastics
5
Puma PVC
20
Window Fix
1
Fencing
J Dowle Fencing & Garden Services 31
M Dowle Fencing Services
37
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Financial Services
Susan Fleck Associates
Theresa Elsey
Flooring
Comprehensive Coverings
Garage Doors
A1 Garage Doors
GDA – Garage Door Associates
Garage Services
Autospray Solutions
Garden Services
ASAP Gardening
Homecare Landscapes
Maidstone Tree Services
RD Landscapes & Construction
Handyman
South East Handyman Services
Jazz Club
144 Club
Kitchens
Bespoke Kitchens
Dovetail Interiors
Fitted Doors
Granite Transformations
Kitchen Base Woodlands Joinery & Kitchens
Leaflets
The Net Leaflet Distribution
Brilliant Leaflets
Locksmiths
Access Denied
A Short Locksmith
Maps
Nat. Map Centre: Plan Printing
Mobility
Charterwood
Home Care Mobility
Anthony Strong
Art Décor
Decor8
RSLK
TS Decorating Services
Pest Control
David Bruce
Pet Services
Invicta Dog Walking Services
Plasterers
A.R. Plastering
David Chapman
Heritage Plastering & Conversions
Mark Longstaff Plastering
Plumbing & Heating
AP Plumbing & Heating
Boiler-Tech
FJM Plumbing & Heating
Gas Alliance Services
Gas Tech
Low Plumbing & Heating
Mr Plumber
MY Heating & Plumbing Plumbing & Heating Services
Plumb ‘N’ Fit
Prestige Solar & Heating
Robinson Plumbing & Heating
Solaris
23
37
25
13
2
40
11
20
40
31
25
37
5
25
21
7
9
23
26
34
40
11
35
2
1
31
5
13
17
11
Roofing
A1 Roofing
33
BD Rooflines
11
B&R Roofing
37
KC Roofing
5
M & M Roofing
13
Sterling Roofing Solutions 2
The Flat Roof Company
17
Solicitors and Legal Services
Graham Colley
31
Pembroke Will Writers
20
V E White
33
Survey
The Net Reader Survey
8
Travel
Not Just Travel
14
Tree Surgeons
Grandview Gardens
5
Maidstone Tree Services
40
Treetops Tree Surgery
1
WM Tree Services
3
Vinyl Records
Trash or Treasure
20
Waste Clearance
MYM Landscaping
25
Websites
Target Ink
33
Complete
our Reader Su
Windows, Doors
& Conservatories
OC Roof Solutions
15
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Trade to Trade
7 & 27
Window Fix Direct
be entered
into the1 Prize
Wood Burning
Stoves
Medway Stoves & Fires
win17
Stove & Fireplace
33
£100
3
35
39
20
31
37
2
11
31
29
19
20
25
33
17
3
5
40
23
Your chance to win
£100
Enter at
surveymonkey.co.uk/r/thenet
DOMESTIC AND COMMERCIAL
Plastering - including over Existing Artex
DOMESTIC AND
COMMERCIAL
Rendering
- Patch
Repairs
Insurance Work - Lath and Plaster
Lime
Plastering
andExisting
Rendering
Plastering
- including over
Artex
Rendering
New Stud Work
and Ceilings
Patch Repairs
Painting and
Decorating,
Interior
Insurance
Work
and
Exterior
Lath and
Plaster
Lime Plastering
and Renderingplease call
For free advice
and estimates
Andy Rookledge
New Stud Work and Ceilings
Painting and Decorating, Interior and Exterior
Tel: 01622 844727 Mob: 07793 888980
email:
Forandy@ar-plastering.co.uk
free advice and estimates please call
www.ar-plastering.co.uk
Andy Rookledge
Tel: 01622 844727 Mob: 07793888980
email:andy@ar-plastering.co.uk
www.ar-plastering.co.uk
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ROBINSON
PLUMBING & HEATING
Professional Plumbing & Heating Engineers
24 HOUR EMERGENCY
PLUMBING
HEATING
Leaks
Toilets
Radiators
Baths & Showers
Tanks
Overflows
All Boilers & Central
Heating Repairs
New Boiler / Central
Heating
Landlord Certificates
Thermostats
Power Flushing
and much more!
01622 410270
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01795 432666
Unit A1, St Georges Business Park,
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Sittingbourne, Kent
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