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This useful magazine of local businesses and community information is delivered through your door every other month. You can find products and services that are provided by businesses in and around the local area. I hope you find this an invaluable reference point when looking for a local business or service. If you do contact one of the businesses that are advertising in here, please let them know you found then in The Edenbridge Directory.

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Sudoku ........................................................................................................................................................12Editor’s Note ..........................................................................................................................................16 Local Events in May .............................................................................................................................24Business Feature: Portland Vets .....................................................................................................26Restaurant Feature: The Four Elms Inn ................................................................................28-29Community Feature: Edenbridge Rugby Football Club .......................................................30Town Diary ...............................................................................................................................................32Local Events in June .............................................................................................................................34Business Feature: Saxons Self Drive Hire .......................................................................................36Community Pages ...........................................................................................................................38-39Business Feature: The Barrister Broker, bringing down your legal costs .........................40Local Clubs and Organisations ....................................................................................................42-44Local Sports Clubs ...................................................................................................................................46Prize Crossword: sponsored by Brollie Buddies ......................................................................49-50Sudoku Solution ......................................................................................................................................51Useful Numbers .......................................................................................................................................52Index of Advertisers ..............................................................................................................................54













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This year is moving swiftly on and it is almost time for the annual Eden Valley Summer Festival, taking place from 24th May to 8th June. This also means another fun packed Edenbridge Fun Day (26th May) is just around the corner and this year it is going to be bigger and better than ever! This year’s theme is ‘Edenbridge by Sea’ and the town will be transformed into a seaside resort for the day with fun fairs, Edenbridge Rock, live music and more.

If you were at the event last year you will remember the sights and sounds of the car parade as Formula One cars let rip down the high street. This year there will be even more amazing vehicles as John Surtees OBE, the only person to have won world championships on both two and four wheels, will be giving onlookers the chance to see in action some of his rarely seen cars and bikes. You can stay up-to-date on

all the activities of the entire festival on the website www.edenvalleyfestival.org.uk. If you would like to help out during the Fun Day itself, the Chamber of Commerce who organise the event are keen to have more volunteers for marshalling during the Car Parade and for the Pram Race. As you would expect, safety is paramount and if there are not enough marshals, the event could be jeopardised. Please contact Di Kingham on 01732 866 444 if you think you can be of assistance.

I’ve had a lot of fun the last couple of months, especially at the CAB Big Screen Disco in March. I do enjoy an evening of dancing and it was even more special to have my first dance with my oldest step-daughter Katy (although with my dancing she might not have found it as special as I did). The CAB raised over £570 selling over 100 tickets for the event and they would like to thank all their friends and supporters for making the evening a huge success.

As usual, don’t forget to mention The Edenbridge Directory if you are responding to anything you’ve seen featured in this magazine as it helps to keep it in existence. The next deadline for content and advertising requests is Friday 30th May for the July/August 2014 issue.

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Friday 2nd MayA Second Runway for Gatwick Consultation - 4-7.30pm, The Eden Centre, Four Elms Road.

Saturday 3rd MayPlant Sale - 10am to 12noon, BRIDGES Centre, High Street, Edenbridge.

Monday 5th May (Bank Holiday)BRIDGES Centre closed

Tuesday 6th MayFolk Music with Morris’ Friends - 12noon to 2pm, BRIDGES Centre.

Eden Valley Chamber of Commerce Monthly Meeting - 6pm. Please check

venue in advance. Contact Peter or Di on 01732 866 444 for further information or visit www.edenvalleychamber.org.uk

Thursday 8th MayCARERS FIRST help for those caring for others - 10am to 12 noon, BRIDGES Centre.

Edenbridge & District Rail Travellers’ Association Annual General Meeting - 7 for 7.30pm until 10pm, WI Hall, Edenbridge. Light refreshments. All welcome.

Friday 9th MayChairman’s Surgery - 10-11am at Doggetts Barn, 72a High Street, Edenbridge.

Wealden Ramblers - Traditional singers/musicians/songwriters - 2-4pm, WI Hall, Edenbridge. New members welcome. EdenAra

Friends of Edenbridge & Westerham CAB ‘Quiz Night’ - 7 for 7.30pm start, WI Hall, Edenbridge. Teams of no more than eight. Tickets £12 to include two course ploughman’s supper. Licenced bar with nibbles available to purchase (crisps, peanuts etc) and raffle. Tickets available from the CAB at Eden Centre, Four Elms Road, Edenbridge - 01622 221 470 (open from 10am-3pm Monday -Thursday).

Saturday 10th MayBackyard Bees - 10am-4pm, Commonwork, Bore Place, Nr Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7AR. Find out how to set up a hive, have happy bees and how to collect the honey. £39 per person (pre-booking essential). More information & booking forms at www.commonwork.org/courses-and-events or contact Becky Baldock at [email protected] / 01732 463 255.

Eden Valley Museum Grand Exhibition Opening - ‘Til the Boys Come Home - 10am-4pm. There will be drill displays with period re-enactors, turn of the century food, showings of a short film and much more! The event and museum are both FREE!

Thursday 15th MayEdenbridge Stamp & Postcard Club - ‘GB WW II’ by Mr Peter O’Keeffe - 8.15pm, St Paulinus Hall, Hillcrest Road, Marlpit Hill. New members/visitors always welcome.

Saturday 17th MayDjembe Drum Workshop - from 1pm, BRIDGES Centre.

Eden Valley Country Music Club presents ‘Gary Blackmore Band’ - 8-11.15pm, WI Hall, Edenbridge. Tickets £10 non-members & £9 members (under 15s £5) and includes supper (please bring knife & fork / drinks and cups). Call Rosemary or Glyn on 01892 870 653.

Wednesday 21st MayEdenbridge & District Ladies Probus Club ‘Becoming a Famous Author’ by Martin Lloyd - from 10am, Kent & Surrey Golf Club

Monday 26th May (Bank Holiday)Edenbridge Fun Day - 10am-5pm, Edenbridge. The theme is Edenbridge on Sea so put on your ‘Kiss me Quick’ hat and come and join it the fun: Funfairs, food, music, dancing, crazy golf, Rotary Fete and Dog Show, Pram Race, Team Surtees Parade, Classic Car Pageant, Model Aircraft Display and a Static Car Display. For more information and a list of timings, go to the website - edenvalleyfestival.org.uk

Thursday 29th MayTraidcraft Stall - 10am -12 noon, BRIDGES Centre. A variety of fairly traded goods for sale.



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The entrance and parking are located at the rear of the practice, easy to reach

from the main road. The reception area is bright, warm and comfortable and Jenny and Alison were there to welcome me. It was my first visit to a vet without an animal in tow but instead a camera

and note pad. Portland Vets is a small animal surgery, so anything from mice, rats, gerbils, and guinea pigs to rabbits, cats and dogs will all receive a high level of expert

care from Jenny and Alison.

You can tell from looking around that everything has been designed and built to a very high standard and with the animals in mind. Alison took me on a tour of the shiny new facilities. My first stop was the individual cat and dog wards providing plenty of space for patients. All the rooms are climate controlled and have CCTV so you can rest assured that your pet is in safe hands.

As well as spacious, modern consulting rooms there is a well equipped treatment area with operating theatre, digital X-ray, dental unit and recovery ward.

Chief Vet Jenny Kemp has a Veterinary career spanning close to 20 years and her vision of providing a high standard of affordable veterinary care with a personal approach fits in with the ethos of Portland Vets. It was this ethos that compelled Jenny to leave the increasingly corporate environment of the Surrey veterinary practice where she had spent the last 15 years to return to

a family based surgery. Alison Hawker qualified with a degree in Veterinary Nursing in 2004 after realising her dream of working with animals following a farm visit when she was just 7 years old. After spending 5 years as Head Veterinary Nurse at a practice in South London, she decided she would rather work more locally and avoid the pressures of

commuting. Living in Edenbridge she is enjoying working with Jenny to develop this new practice.

Portland Vets is the only small animal surgery in the Edenbridge and Oxted area to provide their own in-house 24/7 emergency service. This is shared between the Portland Vets staff at both Edenbridge and East Grinstead sites. For clients this means that the emergency vet would be able to access your pet’s veterinary records and be better prepared for treating your animal in the event of an emergency.

So far Jenny and Alison have been carrying out a lot of routine work at the practice “but don’t wait until your pet is sick to register with us” recommends Jenny.

They have also organised Puppy Training Classes for clients which will be taking place on Thursday evenings at the site.

Since opening the practice, Jenny and Alison have been keen to get involved in local activities. As well as joining the Eden Valley Chamber of Commerce they have also become sponsors at Edenbridge Rugby Club. When the new season starts, you’ll see Portland Vets signs adorning the rugby posts at the club during match days.

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Over the last few months there has been a lot of activity taking place at village pub, The Four Elms Inn, since it was taken over by new management at the end of last summer. New Landlords, Peter and Lorraine, have thrown themselves into the task of turning the pub into more than just your average village pub.

Peter and Lorraine have managed many village pubs over the years so relocating to the picturesque village of Four Elms has not been a culture shock for them, already becoming

familiar faces in the local community.

You may have noticed the external redecoration taking place, but the inside has also changed drastically. Fresh paint has brightened up the interior giving it a new lease of life, a private dining area has been created in one of the nooks next to the bar (ideal for dining with a small group of friends or for a small business lunch) and, the biggest change has been the creation of a new upstairs restaurant, Faulkners, opened at the end of March.

Why Faulkners? After some research into the building it was discovered that Charles Faulkner turned the place into a pub in 1881.

Peter has also been busy with his new menu which is simple but with a good variety of dishes to choose from. This makes it easier to manage and Peter does his best in sourcing as much of the ingredients as possible from local

suppliers.

Well, with so much going on I thought it would be a good idea for me and hubby Russell to enjoy a meal in the restaurant and report back to you on what it is like to eat at the

revamped Four Elms Inn.

Before we sat down, Peter and Lorraine took us on a tour of the pub so we could see first hand all the things that had been done and what was still in progress. At the time of our visit (mid-March) the

restaurant wasn’t quite ready so I’ll let you know in the next issue what it’s like (if you haven’t already been to see it for yourself ).

We also enjoyed a pre-dinner drink and Russell was delighted to find ale available on tap. I stuck with my usual, a glass of Merlot (large), and we joined the gathering in the main bar - a friendly, welcoming group.

As we sat down, Lorraine handed us our menus, went over the Specials, and with soft, chilled music playing in the background we settled in for the evening. Another couple of tables filled up as we decided upon our menu choices, clearly diners who knew the food well which is always a good sign.

Whilst I stuck to the main menu, Russell decided he was feeling fishy and ordered off the Specials menu (this is changed every few days depending on what Peter brings in so worth checking out each time you visit).

Starters:

Laura - ‘Whitebait with homemade tartar sauce & mixed leaves’ - £5.95

The portion size was ample and the whitebait crispy on the outside and succulent on the inside. The ‘mixed leaves’ were fresh and crisp making

for a lovely starter. I would also enjoy this as a bar snack.

Russell - ‘Chicken goujons served with a sweet chilli dip and mixed leaves’ - £5.95

The chicken tasted very fresh - it was hot and tender on the inside and the crispy coating was perfect - it couldn’t have been any better.

Real good pub grub at The Four Elms Inn

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Mains:

Laura - ‘Four Elms own 6oz burger served with smoked cheese, gherkin, salad and home cut chips’ - £9.95

Wow - with onion rings too! I’m rather partial to onion rings so they were a lovely surprise. The chips

were delicious and Peter told us how he double frys them to get the flavour and crispiness just right. The burger was also handmade using meat from Allmans Butchers. A meal that certainly won’t leave you going hungry.

Russell - ‘Seabass pan fried in butter and parsley’ - £11.95

The large portion of Seabass was served with asparagus and new potatoes. The Seabass tasted fresh and fleshy and the asparagus

tender. Everything worked really well together and the meal was thoroughly enjoyed.

As well as providing food at lunchtime and dinner, the pub also provides the venue for a

local business breakfast networking group as Peter is keen to promote the pub as the ideal location for both pleasure and business.

There are also regular events taking place at the pub - A Wednesday is no longer simply a Wednesday but ‘Wine Wednesday’, a weekly event where you get to enjoy your glass of wine with a free selection of cheeses and other nibbles. There is also a Pub Quiz taking place on a regular basis.

There’s plenty of ways you can get in touch with The Four Elms Inn:

Tel: 01732 700 460Email: [email protected]

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Better still, why not visit the pub on Bough Beech Road, Four Elms, TN8 6NE. Peter and Lorraine look forward to welcoming you soon!

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Just the mention of the word ‘Rugby’ puts a smile on my face. I remember watching matches almost every weekend with friends and playing for my local club at the time, London Welsh. I love the passion, the team spirit, and of course the wonderful social nature of the sport.

Committee members at Edenbridge RFC have been busy developing the club and have recently achieved accreditation as an official RFU (Rugby Football Union) recognised club. I met with Club Secretary Blair Clubley to learn more about all the exciting plans

at Edenbridge RFC and how the club is growing from strength to strength.

Blair and the Executive Committe is committed to making rugby more accessible to everyone in the community. He recently started an after school rugby club at Edenbridge Primary School for both boys and girls. Rugby is more than just a game, with great core values to be learned, as when playing any team sport: sportsmanship, team spirit, respect, and integration to name but a few, and of course the health benefits.

There are already a number of teams regularly playing at the club: 5 Senior Mens teams, 4 Youth teams, 6 Mini’s teams (from ages 7-12) and now a Girls Under 15s team. Blair is hoping to expand the Ladies section to incorporate a Senior team as well. Edenbridge RFC works closely with other local clubs and Tonbridge Juddians (who have a very strong Ladies section) have offered to coach a Senior Ladies team for Edenbridge which is great news.

This summer the club will be hosting Social Touch Rugby on Tuesday evenings and everyone is invited to take part (no experience necessary) so if you’ve never played before, this is a great way to learn the techniques and improve your ball skills without having to worry

about being tackled. And you’ll have lots of fun too!

As with any local club or organisation, funding plays a big role in securing it’s future and a number of activities are organised throughout the year to ensure the club has enough funds to keep going. These are open to

everyone and events include black tie dinners, family fun days and golf tournaments.

The next main event is on Sunday 11th May, the annual Mini’s Presentations. In the afternoon there will be demo matches, a bouncy castle and barbeque as well as the official presentation of the club’s RFU accreditation. The fun starts from 1pm at the Pavilion (home of Edenbridge RFC) in the recreation ground off Lingfield Road.

The first Sunday in September is annual season registration which includes an afternoon of matches, great barbeque food and an open bar for refreshments - it’s a great family day out so put the date in your diary and bring your friends! I took my brother along a couple of years ago and he had a wonderful time.

The Pavilion is also available for hire and makes for a great venue with space for 100 standing or 80 seated guests. The clubhouse comes with a fully licenced bar and kitchen. It is also available for daytime hire with playgroups and drama groups already enjoying the facilities.

You can find more information about the club, including membership, at www.pitchero.com/clubs/edenbridgerfc or contact Blair on 07881 800 058 or via email [email protected].

Edenbridge Rugby Club - fun for all the family!

Edenbridge Mini’s outside the Pavilion (Lingfield Rd Recreation Ground)




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Other Regular EventsEvery Tuesday

Baby, Bounce and Rhyme Time - 10.30-11am, Edenbridge Library

VAWK - 9.30am-12 noon, BRIDGES Centre. Help for anyone with questions about volunteering.

Every WednesdayHealth Walk 9.30am from the Leisure Centre, lasting approx 45 minutes and led by trained walk leaders. Everyone welcome. Contact Dave Arrowsmith on

01732 782 700 for more information.

Every Tuesday & ThursdayAge UK, 9am-3pm, The Eden Centre

Every Thursday Weekly Market, 9-1pm, Market Yard Car Park

Knatty Knitters, 1-3pm, Magnolias of Edenbridge, High Street (£2 per session)

1st & 3rd SaturdayCraft Drop In Sessions for children at the

Edenbridge Library

If you are part of a non-profit making group or organisation and have set a date for an event, please send details to The Edenbridge Directory. This page is FREE and is

intended to help local groups when planning their events.

July 20143rd - Eden Valley Business Show, Hever Castle Golf Club

12th - Four Elms Village Fete12th - FREE Guided Walk around Historic Edenbridge (2pm)

August 20149th - FREE Guided Walk around Historic Edenbridge (6.30pm)

September 201413th - FREE Guided Walk around Historic Edenbridge (2pm)

14th Edenbridge Motor Show, Gabriels Farm

November 20148th - Edenbridge Bonfire Extravaganza

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Eden Valley Chamber of Commerce Monthly Meeting - 6pm. Please check venue in advance. Contact Peter or Di on 01732 866 444 for further information or visit www.edenvalleychamber.org.uk

Wednesday 4th JuneJewellery Workshop - 1.30-3.30pm, BRIDGES Centre. Please call into the centre to book your place.

Saturday 7th JuneBackyard Chickens - 10am-4pm, Commonwork, Bore Place, Nr Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7AR. Find out what it takes to keep chickens, including food, housing and health. £39 per person (pre-booking essential). More information & booking

forms at www.commonwork.org/courses-and-events or contact Becky Baldock at [email protected] / 01732 463 255.

FREE Guided walk around the Historic centre of Edenbridge - Leaving 2pm from the Eden Valley Museum. The guides are friendly and highly knowledgeable and look forward to showing you around town!

Thursday 12th JuneCARERS FIRST help for those caring for others - 10am to 12 noon, BRIDGES Centre.

Friday 13th JuneOrganic Pest and Disease Control - 10am-1pm, Commonwork, Bore Place, Nr Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7AR. Explore how adhering to certain principles and techniques minimises garden pests and diseases. £25per person (pre-booking essential). More information & booking forms at www.commonwork.org/courses-and-events or contact Becky Baldock at [email protected] / 01732 463 255.

‘40 years without a proper job’ - 2-4pm, WI Hall, Edenbridge. New members welcome. EdenAra

Thursday 19th JuneEdenbridge Stamp & Postcard Club AGM & Open Evening - 8.15pm, St Paulinus Hall, Hillcrest Road, Marlpit Hill. New members/visitors always welcome.

Saturday 21st JuneEden Valley Country Music Club present ‘Porridge’ - 8-11.15pm, WI Hall, Edenbridge. Tickets £10 non-members, £9 members (under 15s £5) and includes supper (bring own knife & fork, drinks & cups). Call Rosemary or Glyn on 01892 870 653.

Monday 23rd JuneHi-Kent hearing aid help - 10-11.30am, BRIDGES Centre.

Thursday 26th JuneTraidcraft Stall - 10am -12 noon, BRIDGES Centre. A variety of fairly traded goods for sale.

It’s free for non-profit making organisations to include details of their events on this page.

Simply email the details to:

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Saxons Self Drive Hire are a family owned rental company which started in 1998 in Biggin Hill with just two hire vehicles to their name. Saxons are part of Practical Car & Van Rental, the largest British vehicle rental franchise in the UK with over 170 rental locations and the 4th biggest vehicle rental company in the country.

The Saxons fleet now consists of 130 vehicles and there are offices in Bromley and Edenbridge as well as their head office in Biggin Hill. The Edenbridge office is located in the Wiles Centre on Commerce Way (TN8 6ED) where you’ll often see one of their branded vans parked outside.

The Edenbridge office is manned 6 days a week from 8.30am by Gary who has been with the company for many years. Rental vehicles can either be collected from their office or arrangements can be made to have the vehicle delivered direct to your door or outside of normal hours by arrangement.

Whatever your vehicle requirements, Saxons are sure to be able to provide you with something

to meet your needs. Their range of hire vehicles include:

Micro-cars 4x4s 7-seaters Minibuses Tippers

Vans (normal or with chillers) 7.5T trucks Motorhomes (2-6 berth) Wheelchair Access Vehicles (WAV) Campervans (new this year)

Automatic vehicles, diesel variants, child seats and satellite navigation systems are also available on request. You can either book your hire vehicle online using a sophisticated booking system which allocates vehicles in real time, or give the local office a call and organise everything over the phone.

All of their vehicles are able to be taken overseas. As long as the team know where you will be going and how long for, they will arrange the additional breakdown cover and insurance for your trip.

Rental periods for all vehicles can run from a single day to a four year hire contract. You can either choose to organise your own insurance for the hire vehicle or include this with your booking.

One way rentals are also an option as collection and drop-off from the same location is not always suitable for everyone.

To hire a standard vehicle you must be aged between 23 and 70 and have held your driving licence for at least 2 years. For minibuses, people carriers and 7.5T trucks there are other requirements.

All vehicles hired through Saxons Self Drive Hire come with 24-hour breakdown and recovery service to give you peace of mind.

The service is completely flexible and competitively priced and what’s more, they are the only car rental company in our local area!

To find out more or to book your next hire vehicle, visit the websites at:

www.saxonsselfdrive.co.ukwww.saxonsmotorhomes.co.uk

You’ll find the full range of hire vehicles with prices and availability. You can also contact the office direct on 01732 860 511 where one of the staff would be happy to help you.


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Sustainable Edenbridge“The Sustainable Edenbridge group is looking forward to a busy year, helping people find out how they can make a difference to our impact on the natural environment, and also getting out and enjoying ourselves!

Our core focus is raising awareness of how small changes can help people live more sustainable lifestyles. You will be able to come and talk to us at the Eden Valley Festival, and we will also be setting up our stall at the Pig’s Ear Folk Ale at the Kentish Horse on Saturday 31st May, and at Bore Place Open Day in July. We’re also on Facebook at /sustainableedenbridge.

Sustainable Edenbridge is a friendly and lively group of people who care deeply about community and environment. We’re also planning some social outings this year, to Bore Place, the Bentley Weald Wood Fair and a day out in dynamic Brighton viewing various sustainable initiatives. Cake and ale may also sneak onto the agenda.

We welcome new members, regardless of how much or how little time you can spare, or what knowledge you have about sustainability – enthusiasm is what matters. There’s no membership fee, and we meet upstairs at the Old Eden on the second Thursday of each month – next meeting 10th April, 6.00 pm.

This month’s tip is about reducing the volume of stuff bound for landfill in your black dustbin-bag. If you have a compost bin for your organic waste, did you know you can empty your hoover into it, as long as the contents are mostly house dust and dirt? This will help reduce your rubbish.

Edenbridge Fairtrade Event a huge success!Edenbridge’s first ‘Come Dine With Us’ evening at the Eden Centre in Four Elms Road was one of a number of events during Fairtrade Fortnight. The event delivered a fantastic evening of foodie fun served up with a serious message designed to raise awareness of the wide variety of Fairtrade ingredients that can be incorporated into everyone’s daily cooking.

A hundred local people enjoyed live demonstrations by six local celebrity chefs, followed by a six-course taster menu of the dishes. The chefs involved were Mr Eafor Ali from Quality Tandoori Restaurant, Jo Banks from Jo’s Pampered Chef Party, Roger Bell from The Old Eden, Phil Diggins from the hft Ltd Oak Tree Bistro, Paolo Grenci from La Botte Restaurant & Wine Bar and Andy Lamar from A. A. Plumbing & Heating.

Andy explained: “As a local business we believe in fairness and honesty. We know how hard it is to run a business and earn a living and that is why we believe that it is important to use Fairtrade products as much as possible to give the grower or manufacturer a better profit margin and help them build a business, employ more people and provide a better quality of life for their families and communities.”

The event was organised by Rachel Ledwith, cafe coordinator at eAt@Eden. As well as raising awareness of Fairtrade, Come Dine With Us contributed more than £200 to the Edenbridge Fair Trade Group’s work. Rachel paid tribute not just to the chefs and the members of their staff who gave up their time but to sponsors including Sainsbury’s, The Eden Cenetre, Flourish Craft Bakery,

Vegware and the Grant Rule Trust and the army of helpers who made the event run smoothly.


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project launched – have your say!

E d e n b r i d g e community has the chance to shape the way the area will develop and look over the next 16 years

through creating a Neighbourhood Plan.

The project was launched at the Annual Town Meeting in March and aims to produce really local planning policies to guide the development of the parish up to 2030. First step is to seek the views of local people on Edenbridge now, and what they want for the future. Thousands of leaflets are being distributed with those questions – what kind of homes, jobs and businesses, leisure, transport and environment would people like?

The aim is to have replies from all ages, children to pensioners, and from all parts of the community - shoppers, commuters, retailers, residents, and employers. The replies will highlight issues which may be covered by creating local planning policies.

These need to fit in with the layers of planning policy from national level downward, but this is a chance for local communities to influence their future, with policies which must be sustainable and deliverable, and supported by evidence of their need.

Edenbridge has been awarded £4,000 of the Government funding allocated through Locality to communities nationwide for preparing Neighbourhood Plans, and also has direct support from officers appointed from Planning Aid England.

A Steering Group of representatives from interested local organisations has formed to progress the project, including the Chamber of Commerce, housing associations, Kent Wildlife Trust, Sustainable Edenbridge and the Town Council. Sub-groups will be formed to work on specific topics, and anyone interested in helping with the project is invited to get in touch.

You can also ‘join’ the facebook page to be kept up-to-date on activities surrounding the project by liking the page www.facebook.com/EdenbridgeNeighbourhoodPlan



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making sure I go to as many events in the area as possible. I felt like an accessory at the Edenbridge & Westerham CAB Disco last month whilst Mrs B-L and my eldest daughter Katy gave it their all on the dance floor – I felt exhausted just watching them!

So, this is now the sixth feature page I have written as The Barrister Broker with my first one back in the March/April 2013 edition - my how time flies. Since that

first article I have been kept busy dealing with numerous enquiries, many of which have been by telephone which is nice as it’s more personal and gives the opportunity to talk things through as opposed to conversation by email! To my good fortune, many of these enquiries have developed into client work which is very rewarding and goes to show the valuable impact this magazine has upon its local audience.

For the benefit of new readers to this column, I should perhaps make it clear that I am not a lawyer and cannot give legal advice. My business is all about helping people get genuine value for money and the best outcome they can when using legal services. I achieve this by arranging Barristers, the legal experts, to provide clients with specialist legal advice and/or representation before a Court. It’s a simple concept really, as with many things in life, going direct to the “expert” at the very beginning will save you time and money in the long term.

So, looking back over the last 12 months, it maybe useful to share with you the types of legal issues that I have been able to help people deal with

using the expertise of Barristers.

Divorce is one, also something I can personally relate to having been through one several years ago. It’s a tough time with lots of stress and uncertainty. If you and your spouse can agree on the fair division of the matrimonial assets (house, car, money, etc) without commencing Court proceedings this has to be the best solution. Word of caution here, if you do agree amongst yourselves, make sure you get an Order drawn up (a Barrister can draft this document) and approved by the Court to prevent your later to be ex-spouse coming back (maybe years later) to have a second bite at the cherry! If you do have to go through the Courts in order to obtain a Final Order, using the direct services of a Barrister from the outset will save you at least 50% overall if not more, than if you used a solicitor.

Other matters include Contact of children – often fathers wanting contact arrangements for their children or mothers contesting contact for whatever reason; cohabitees - non-married couples breaking up and wanting to take their share of the assets such as a property they bought together; business contractual disputes – drafting letters before claim or indeed suing someone over the breach of a contract; contesting the Will or estate of a deceased relative.

I think it is important to highlight that the Barrister who advises you on the law, gets to know you, helps you build your case and is also the person who represents you in Court if it goes that far. This means 100% consistency in your representation. No third party or other lawyer is brought in - your Barrister does all the work themselves. This is why going direct to a Barrister is so cost-effective compared to going to a solicitor. There is no overlap or duplication of work and as I have already mentioned, going direct to the expert at the very beginning will save you time and money in the long term.

It won’t cost you anything to speak to me but I could end up saving you thousands! Call me on 01732 866 562 or visit my website for more information at www.thebarristerbroker.com.

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A CappellaLadies’ ChoirJacky Hintze - [email protected] / 01732 503 606Meet Sundays - 7.45-9pm at Edenbridge Parish Church.

Edenbridge BellringersRichard Dyson - 01732 860 234 or [email protected]: Every Tues, 8pm at St Peter’s and St Pauls, Edenbridge

Edenbridge Music & Arts Trust

Annual programme of Classical Concerts, Jazz, Art ExhibitionContact - 01732 862 418

Edenbridge Parish Church Handbell

RingersContact: 01732 862 844Meet: Every Thurs, 8pm, the Bell Tower, St.Peter &

Paul. (Min age 15)

Edenbridge PlayersGet involved on-stage or back-stage.Darren Thomas - 07776 296 925

Edenbridge Town BandLucy Gibb - 07766 391 766Meet: Wed 7.30pm-9.45pm at Bandroom, Market Yard Car Park, Edenbridge

Folk Song & MusicSingers, musicians & listeners welcome - freeTerry & Stephanie - 01732 864 487Meet: Every 2nd Tues, 8.30pm at Queens Arms, Cowden Pound

Forge SingersAmateur dramatics, pantos and musicalsDenise Goodhew - 01732 868 327Meet: Every Monday, 8pm at the W.I. Hall, Edenbridge.

Informal Folk MusicPlayers, singers & listeners welcomeRon Meads - 01892 740 407Meet: Every 2nd Sun, 8.30pm, Kentish Horse, Mark Beech / Every 4th Sun, 8.30pm, Wheatsheaf, Marsh Green

Marlings MorrisGill Bilsland - 01883 712224A ladies North West Clog dancing side practicing on Monday evenings, autumn, winter & spring at the Eden Community Centre.www.marlingsmorris.co.uk

Songsters‘Singing for fun’ drop-in for adults. Open to everyone – no experience needed!Jacky on 01732 503 606 or [email protected]: Wednesdays 2-3.30pm, the Eden Centre.

Wild Wing Youth ArtsDrama for children & young people aged 18 <Contact: 07986 365 175 or [email protected]: Weekly at Marlpit Hill Baptist Churchwww.wildwingyouththeatre.co.uk

Arts & Crafts

Eden QuiltersJoyce Staplehurst - 01732 700 559Meet: Every fortnight on Mondays, 1.30-3.30pm at the Eden Centre.

Eden Valley Artists (EVA)A group of contemporary artists who organise network gatherings, community art events and exhibitions. Mary - 01732 864 203 [email protected] or www.edenvalleyartists.com

Painting for Pleasure Art Club

Tina - 01732 867 280Meet: Monthly every 1st & 3rd Friday, 2-4pm at St Paulinus Church Centre, Hillcrest Rd.

Facilities for Hire

Cowden Memorial HallBookings - 01342 850 532 [email protected]

GamesBingo Club (over 18s only)

Secretary: 01732 863 628Meet: Every Weds from 8pm at The Royal British Legion, Edenbridge

Cowden Indoor Bowls ClubThe team play in a leagueJohn Crittenden - 01342 850 894Meet: Every Tuesday at 8pm, Cowden Memorial Hall

Edenbridge Chess ClubIan Falkner - 01732 864 762Meet: Every Friday from 8pm at The Royal British Legion, High Street, Edenbridge

Hurst Green Tennis ClubTel: 01883 714 324 [email protected]

Hobbies & Interests

Air Cadets - 340 (Edenbridge) Squadron ATC

Meet: Every Monday and Thursday, 7.15 – 9.30pm on the playing fields adjacent to the Edenbridge Centre on Four Elms Road (opp. Fircroft Way)

www.edenbridgeaircadets.co.uk

BrowniesTerri Scanes - 01732 862 198Meet: Every Monday 5.30-7pm, Rickards Hall, Edenbridge

Cowden & District Horticultural Society

Andrew Coulter - 01342 850 174 Shows: 6th Apr, 6th Jul, 7th Sep - 2.30pm, Cowden Memorial Hall

Edenbridge & District Astronomers

Regular meetings/ viewing evenings (usually monthly)[email protected]

Edenbridge & District Rifle Club

JG Atherton - 01732 863 000


The Edenbridge Directory May/June 2014 Clubs and Organisations

Edenbridge & District Twinning Association

Exchanges with Mont St AignanJean Cust - 01342 850 249 www.edta.org.uk

Edenbridge Fuchsia and Pelargonium Society

Julie Jones-Ellis - 01892 870 931Meet: 2nd and/or 4th Thursday from 8pm, Royal British Legion

Edenbridge Historical SocietyChrissie Stevens - 01732 865 634 Meet: 1st Thurs each month from 8pm at the W.I. Hall, Edenbridge

Edenbridge Stamp & Postcard Club

Derek Hamilton - 01732 862 561Meet: 3rd Thurs each month from Sep-Jun (excl. Dec) from 8.15pm at St Paulinus Hall, Hillcrest Road

Eden DiversClaire - 07738 006 051Meet: Every Weds, 8pm at The Old Eden. [email protected]

www.eden-divers.com

Scouts In EdenbridgeBeaver Colony (6-8 yrs)

Chris Barrow - [email protected]: Every Monday (term time) 5.30-6.45pm

Cub Pack (8-11 yrs)J Madden - [email protected]: Every Thurs (term time) 6.15-8pm

Scouts (10-14 yrs)Chris Barrow - [email protected]: Fridays (term time) 7.15-9pm

Explorers (14+ yrs)Andy King - 01732 862 587Meet: Every Weds (term time) 7.30-9.30pm

Youth ServicesECTreme Youth Club

Varied activities for 11-18 year oldsAnthony - 07738 232 296 [email protected]: Every Fri, 7.30-9.30pm, former Eden Church (term time) Cost: £1 per week

Edenbridge Youth ForumKeith Rowell - 07786 624 943Meet: 1st Monday each month, 6:30-9pm at HOUSE in the Eden Centre.

Organisations & Societies

Age UKHelen Vicary: 01622 221 027Meet: Tues & Thurs, 9am-3pm, The Eden Centre, Four Elms Road. Chiropody service every two weeks and hairdressing services.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meet: Every Thurs, 7.45-9.15pm at BRIDGES Centre, Edenbridge High St. First meeting each month ‘open’, other meetings ‘closed’.

Community Care for The Elderly

This charitable group give one off payments to Senior Citizens with a

particular needMrs Grieve - 01732 862 526Mrs Gray - 01732 862 596

Crockham Hill WIMrs Linda Brown - 01732 862 604Meet: 1st Weds each month, 2.30pm at Crockham Hill Village HallEdenbridge & District Ladies

Probus ClubJanet Bateman - 01732 862 041Meet: 3rd Wed. each month at The Kent & Surrey Golf Club, Crouch House Road, Edenbridge

Edenbridge & District Probus Club

David Johnson - 01732 864 175Meet: Third Thurs each month at the Kent & Surrey Golf Club, Crouch House Road, Edenbridge

Edenbridge & District Rail Travellers Association

Working to safeguard, retain and improve local rail servicesGeoff Brown - 01732 862 604Membership enquiries: Ray Tatnall - 01732 862 849

Edenbridge Bonfire Society

Charles Laver - 01732 863 [email protected]: 08/11/2014, Lingfield Rd Rec

Edenbridge Branch RNLI

Andrew Varney - 01732 863 826

Edenbridge Cacti & Succulent Society

Geoff Southon - 01732 866 295Meet: 4th Tues each mth (3rd Tues Dec), 7.30pm, Crockham Hill Village Hall

Edenbridge Freemasons

Stephen Marshall- 01892 822 910(evenings)Meet: Four Elms Village Hall

Edenbridge Hospital League of Friends

Jo Naismith - 01732 860 148 www.ehlof.org.uk

Edenbridge Rotary ClubJim Burbridge - 01732 865 399Meet: Every Monday, 6pm at Self Unlimited, Philippines Cl. (off Hever Rd)

Edenbridge Voluntary Transport Service

Edenbridge Hospital, Mill Hill, Edenbridge, TN8 5DAContact - 01732 865 353Office hours 10am-12.30pm each weekdayCharity Commission Reg No 283968

Edenbridge (Afternoon) Women’s Institute

Mrs Pat Crocker - 01732 863 894Meet: 2nd Tues each month from 2pm at the W.I. Hall, Edenbridge


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Margaret Kuell - 01732 863 022Meet: 3rd Tues each month from 8pm at the W.I. Hall, Edenbridge

Eden Valley Chamber of Commerce

Peter Kingham - 01732 866 444Meet: 1st Tues each month at 6pm

Eden Valley Museum Trust

Support your local museum by visiting or volunteeringHouse Manager:Alex Paton - 01732 868 102

www.evmt.org.uk

Family Action Building Bridges

Support for families and others caring for children.Contact: 01732 860 560Meet: Each Weds 9-10.30am (term time only) at the Childrens’

Centre, High Street, Edenbridge

Hever Bullen WIMrs C Mercer - 01732 864 097Meet: 2nd Weds each month, 8pm at Hever Village Hall.

MIND Day ServicesAdvice and supportContact: 01732 743 902 Meet: Last 2 Tues each month, 10-11.30am, Edenbridge Hospital.

Royal British Legion ClubContact: 01732 863 628Women’s Section: 01732 868 164

RNLI EdenbridgeJohn Proctor - 01732 700 310

Volunteer CentreContact: 01732 454 785 e: [email protected]: Tues 9.30am-12.30pm at the BRIDGES Centre

Voluntary Care for the Elderly

Funding to help the elderlyMary Grieve - 01732 862 526

Outdoors

Edenbridge StrollersIan Falkner - 01732 864 762Meet: Monday mornings for ½ day walkswww.edenbridgestrollers.org.uk

Parents & Toddlers

National Childbirth Trust Sevenoaks and Tonbridge

Edenbridge and Westerham Rep: Louise Jones 01732 300 507Meet: regularly for chat & support

Toddler Clubs at The Eden Church - Sparkling Fishes

Contact: 07799 130 557, or www.edenchurch.edenkent.orgMeet: Mon 9.30-11.30am (term time). Free play for 0-4 yrs, storytime, songtime and crafts.Cost: £1 per family - refreshments & childrens snack

Social Groups

Astor Senior Citizens ClubJoan Clements - 01732 865 011Meet: Every Tues. 1.30-3.30pm at the Fircroft Association, Spitals Cross - just come along!

Edenbridge Active Retirement Association (EdenARA)

L Bartholomew - 01732 863 774 Meet: 2nd Fri each month from 2-4pm at the W.I. Hall, Edenbridge

Edenbridge FriendzPauline Collins 01732 864 291 or John Froud 01732 862 917Meet: Weds social club for adults with learning disabilities, 7-9pm, Self Unlimited, Phillippines Close, Hever Road. Fridays for swimming 6-7pm, Edenbridge Leisure Centre.

Edenbridge Mens ClubContact: 01732 863 495

Older Persons Lifestyle GroupCarole & Chris Ore - 01732 862 020 Meet: Every Wednesday, 11:30 - 1pm at The Eden Centre, Four Elms Road.

Pop-in Club (over 60s)Meet: Every Thursday, 2-4pm at the Fircroft Association

Sevenoaks District Seniors Action Forum (SDSAF)

Roger Bryan - 01322 664 [email protected] | www.sdsaf.org

Talk TimeMake friends and share activities over coffeeEdenbridge Library - 01732 862 600Meet: Every Weds - 10.30-12.30

To include details of your non-profit making organisation,

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Edenbridge Spitfires FC for ages 6-13 yearsContact Robert Johnson on 01732 866 545 | 07947 331 314 or visit www.edenbridgespitfires.co.uk

Edenbridge Hockey ClubEdenbridge Hockey Club’s training night is moving to a Tuesday from 7 to 8.30pm with a qualified coach at Edenbridge Leisure Centre. All abilities welcome. Adults and juniors (over 13). We are a ladies team but are looking to re-establish a mens’/boys’

side. For further information, please contact Julie Partridge on 01732 505 616.

Edenbridge Cricket ClubFor more information or to join the club, contact Graham Cox (Senior Section)

on 01732 632 962 or Kevin Murphy (Junior Section) on 01732 862 245

Edenbridge Judo Club Est. 1971For all ages from 5 years +. Contact Sensei Dave Mansi on 01342 311 011.

Edenbridge United FCFor more information contact Keith Gallier on 01732 866 001 or visit

www.pitchero.com/clubs/edenbridgeunitedfc

Edenbridge Men’s Rugby ClubFor more information or to join the club, contact the Club Secretary Blair Clubley at [email protected]. Senior/Youth teams contact Dom Mitchell at [email protected]

Edenbridge Mini Rugby ClubIf you are between 6-12 years old contact Gareth Roberts at [email protected]

Nomads Football ClubContact (1st Team Manager) Nigel Ship - 07979 508 745 - [email protected] or (Reserve Team Manager) Dave Snooks - 07958 648 965. Training every Wednesday from 7pm, rain or shine!

Lingfield St Piers Badminton Club(Close to Lingfield Racecourse) For more information or to join the club, call Brenda or Peter on 01732 862 035. Friday evening’s from 8pm.

Four Elms Cricket ClubFor more information or to join the club contact Stuart Bradley (Senior Section) on 01732 867 636 or Alan or Pauline Crowhurst (Junior Section) on 01732 357 170. Senior training on Tuesday evenings and League matches played Saturdays.

Marlpit Hill Snooker ClubContact J G Abell - 01732 863 298 for more information. Hillcrest Road, Marlpit Hill.



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The Edenbridge Directory May/June 2014 Prize Crossword

CONGRATULATIONS to: Mrs C Dunn of Marsh Green who wins a main meal for two plus a bottle of wine at the Four Elms Inn 01732 700 460 | www.thefourelmsinn.co.uk

Get your entry in by Friday 30th May 2014 for your chance to win this issue’s great

prize courtesy of Brollie Buddies.

Good Luck!

NAME: ................................................................... TEL: .......................................

ADDRESS: .............................................................................................................

....................................................................................................................................Closing date for entries is Friday 30th May 2014. Winner and crossword solution to be

announced in the next issue of The Edenbridge Directory. First correct entry drawn will win.

Judges decision is final.

Please post your entry to: PO Box 142, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 9AQ

The easy SOLUTION to getting your message ACROSS.The ANSWER is to get your business details DOWN here.

Could you or your business sponsor a future Prize Crossword?Call Laura on 01732 864 878 for more details.

March/April winner!

May/June entry form

March/April Crossword Solution

Send in your completed crossword by Friday 30th May for your chance to win a Clippa - the versatile drinks holder,

courtesy of Brollie Buddies - www.brolliebuddies.co.uk

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board (5,4)

8. Leak life force if not plastered (5)

10. Bury dung to surprisingly produce fine wine (8)

11. Attack youth leader in rough weather (6)

12. Don’t pull out or push in to change note (4)

13. One lingers around for German hock(8)

15. Sweetener for commanding officers stuck in adhesive (7)

17. He’ll make it, sell it and probably drink it too! (7)

20. Thrown out at joint celebration (8)

22. Result of overspend on young lady coming out to tea (4)

25. Strong omen does not have the right content (6)

26. Follow after bird with drink mixture (8)

27. Find Eastern devious devil (5)

28. Produced strong drink at night ? (9)

Down1. Voice loudly but keep quiet out (5)

2. Drunkard with swine and barrel tap (6)

3. Alcohol breaks the spirit we hear (8)

4. Not suited to a sweet palate (4,3)

5. Illuminated ignited deluge (8)

6. Yeast and sugar worked together for bottled production (9)

9. Some bubbly imported from East India (4)

14. May have to join the AA without a car (9)

16. After a heavy night this may help fix you in the morning (8)

18. Point out you’re ready to turn (8)

19. Dry snack really takes it for drink accompaniment (7)

21. Carry to the raffle (4)

23. The nerve of the drink holder (6)

24. Had meal with Edward after racket (5)

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Chemists- Boots 01732 863 215- Paydens 01732 863 211Edenbridge Health Centre01732 865 055Edenbridge Hospital01732 863 164Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust01892 526 111Hospice in the Weald01892 820 500NHS Direct (free from landline/mobile) - 111

SupportAlcoholics Anonymous08457 697 555Citizens Advice Bureau01622 221 470Childline0800 1111Community Safety01732 227 000CRIMESTOPPERS0800 555 111

Dog Control Service01732 227 000N.S.P.C.C. (help & advice)0808 800 500Police - Non-emergency101R.S.P.C.A. (cruelty & advice)0300 1234 999Samaritans08457 90 90 90Volunteer Transport Service01732 865 353

TransportBus enquiries-Traveline 0871 200 22 33-Southdown Buses01342 719 619National Rail Enquiries08457 484 950Airport - General Enquiries-Gatwick 0844 892 0322-Heathrow 0844 335 1801

Domestic SuppliersElectricity0800 783 8866

Gas, National Grid0800 111 999Water01737 772 000

Local Services | InformationClean Kent0845 345 0210Council Emergencies- 9am-5pm 01732 227 000- After 5pm 01732 462 222Edenbridge Children’s Centre01732 864 045Edenbridge Town Council01732 865 368Edenbridge Volunteer Centre01732 866 901Eden Centre01622 221 121Library01732 862 600Post Office0845 722 3344

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Advertisingedenbridgetown.com ....38

Architectural ServicesKM Creations ..................17

BarbersHair For Men ...................32

Cars - ServicingAccelerated

Motor Repairs ....21Alfred Coker & Sons .....48RB Autos ..........................12Response Diagnostics ....9

Carpenters/JoinersCauseway Joinery .........48Copycats ...........................35GB Joinery .......................32John Simmons ..............51Paul T Burton .................8Pearl Carpentry and

Joinery Services.....20Precision Joinery ...........14

CatteriesCatwick Cattery ............7

Child Care/ServicesInfant Sleep

Consultancy ..........47

Computer/Technology ServicesCalico Computers ...............................33MR Computing ......................................53

Counselling & PsychotherapyHelen Eckersley ......................................51

Domestic ServicesMagiclean ..................................................6The Oven Cleaner ..............................13

Double Glazing Repairs & InstallationDTS Edenbridge ...................................6Edenbridge Window Systems ..........22Spec 21 Ltd ............................................10

Drain CleaningOxted Drain Services ............................8

Dry CleanersEdenClean ............................................18Electrician24/7 Electrical ........................................27

Entertainment & EventsEdenbridge Parish Church ...............19Forge Singers ........................................35Eden Valley Museum

- Grand Opening .........11Edenbridge Rotary Fete and

Dog Show .................3

Estate & Letting AgentsFoxWood Maclean .................................1LeGrys ......................................................56

Fitness & LeisureEdenbridge Leisure Centre ..............45

FloristsPiper’s Florist ........................................20

Garden CentresRing Lodge Nursery ...........................25

Garden ServicesAG Garden Care ....................................52All Seasons Landscaping & Design ..23Arbormedic Tree Services ............12CJ Landscapes & Garden Design ......41Steven Jones Automatic Gates .......12Well Kempt Gardens ...........................8

GiftsSomething Special ..............................17

Graphic/Web DesignBuzz Digital ..........................6, 12 & 48Sarah Medway ......................................25

HaberdasheryMagnolias of Edenbridge ................41

Health & BeautyBody Mechanics ....................................14Eden Beauty Therapy ......................51

Home & InteriorsMagnolias of Edenbridge ........18 & 23

Mortgage AdvisorsJust Mortgages .......................................6

Oil & Tank SuppliersGeoff Boorman Fuels ........................20

Painting & DecoratingAshley James Chase ..........................14Caroline Mee ........................................12Paul Tapper ..........................................13

Pest ControlRW Lock ..................................................18SureKill .......................................................52

Photographers/PhotographyChampion Photographic .................23Perfect Celebrations ..........................14

Picture FramingDee-Jay Framing ..................................47

Plasterers & TilersSteve Nixon ...........................................13

PlumbingAA Larmar Plumbing & Heating ....7Colin Lutley .............................................53Eden Plumbing ......................................34J Penfold ................................................13Kent Heating Solutions .........................9

PrintersBuzz Digital ...........................................20

Property Maintenance & ImprovementsGutters ......................................................52Odd Job / Handyman ...........................47RW Lock Roof Repairs ........................13Southern Property Support .............37Sovereign Construction ....................47True Build ...............................................33

RecruitmentManic Monsters ....................................29The Plumbing Academy .................41

RemovalsNic Haye ..................................................47

Safety & SecurityJPro Services Ltd .....................15 & 31

Sign WritersHiero Graphics ....................................48

Sports ClubsEdenbridge Cricket Club ...................10

TaxisRelyon Cars ...............................................55

VetsPortland Vets ..........................................2



Documents

The Edenbridge Directory - Issue 70 - May/June 2014