Our Sponsors

We're lucky to have some amazing sponsors.  Learn more about them all below. 

Gullands Solicitors – With a legal heritage of more than a century, Gullands Solicitors in Maidstone and Gravesend offers a full‑service law firm covering personal and commercial matters. They act for individuals needing conveyancing, wills, family law or employment advice, as well as businesses requiring corporate law, commercial finance or dispute resolution. The firm boasts an experienced team of partners and support staff who aim to provide “city expertise with provincial fee structures” for its clients. Gullands Solicitors in Kent Their client feedback includes:

“Straight forward advice and fast responses to any queries made using John Roberts … a great choice.” 
“Excellent service from Alan Williams at Gullands … kept me well informed and best of all always replied immediately.”
“The sale of our house … very effective with the help of your solicitors.” 

In Action Bowlswear – Specialising exclusively in bowls gear, In Action Bowlswear in Hythe serves bowlers of all levels, from newcomers to seasoned players. Their product range covers clothing specifically designed for lawn bowls (jackets, trousers, breathable wear for outdoor play), bowls themselves, shoes, accessories and equipment. The staff emphasise a personal, no‑pressure service: they’ll help you choose the correct bowls and apparel tailored to your game and weather conditions. inactionbowlswear.co.uk Customer feedback includes:

“A great place for bowls people to shop. Friendly and really helpful. Tony a great guy no‑pressure sales, just so knowledgeable about the sport.” inactionbowlswear.co.uk
“Just done a purchase with Tony and could not have asked for better, more polite service. Definitely recommend.”

Paul J Rowland Funeral Directors – Paul J Rowland Funeral Directors is an independent, family‑run funeral service based in Maidstone, offering sensitive and tailored funeral arrangements 24‑hours a day. Founded in 2000, their two premises (Mid Kent Shopping Centre, Allington and Penenden Heath) are designed for comfort and consultation, and they will also visit clients at home if preferred. They are members of the Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors and adhere to a strict Code of Practice. In reviews:

“Very happy to recommend … we, as a family, cannot thank Carly and Joe at Rowlands enough. They dealt with everything with great respect, compassion and knowledge.”
“Everything we needed and more… so impressed with how you helped in the organisation of our dad’s funeral from start to finish.” 

Medway Blinds
Medway Blinds is a reputable, family‑run company located in Chatham, Kent, specialising in made‑to‑measure blinds, curtains and shutters for both residential and commercial clients. They offer a wide range of products including roller, Venetian, vertical and perfect‑fit blinds, bespoke curtains and plantation shutters tailored to shaped windows and doors. Their services include a free onsite survey, professional installation at a time that suits you, and full guarantee of their products. They are trusted by public institutions in Kent including the Fire Service and Police. Medway Blinds
Customer feedback includes:

“Just had my blinds done, absolutely love them, good service from start to finish.”
“After having a couple of other blind companies out, nothing compares to the comfortable and relaxing service I received from Medway Blinds.”
“A very professional experience… Installation was a superb job, professional, friendly, and they also worked to a very high standard.”

RTS Vehicle Graphics
RTS Vehicle Graphics is based in Maidstone and brings over 40 years of experience in vehicle branding, wrapping and commercial signage. They offer full service in‑house: design, printing and installation—whether it’s a single van, a fleet of vehicles or large format signage. They also handle shop fronts, exhibition graphics and fleet identity. According to their website, they’ve completed thousands of vehicle graphics jobs and emphasise a high standard of finish and brand consistency. RTS Creative
Customer reviews include:

“Was wonderful experience and the finished product was superb!!!!! Real good people to work with and 5 stars all round!” 
“We have been using RTS for sometime now… quality products, quality job.” 
“RTS is our go to for signage and vehicle wrapping. They always deliver, perfectly every time.”

Focused Financial
Focused Financial is an independent, FCA‑authorised financial planning firm based in Maidstone. Led by Chartered Financial Planner James Etheridge, the team specialises in retirement planning, investments, protection cover and estate/inheritance tax planning. They serve clients approaching retirement, those already retired or undergoing major life changes such as divorce or separation. Their website highlights that they’re the only “Top Rated Firm” in Maidstone according to VouchedFor, with a 4.9/5 average across over 100 reviews. Focused Financial
Client feedback includes:

“James takes the time to truly understand your goals and builds a plan around them.”
“Focused Financial bring clarity to my finances and confidence in my future.” Focused Financial
“I approached Focused Financial… James quickly helped me realise that I had enough to retire on sooner than I hoped.”

Autospray Solutions
Autospray Solutions is a car body repair and paintwork specialist situated in Aylesford (Quarry Wood Industrial Estate), near Maidstone. They cater for everything from minor scuffs, bumper damage and dents through to full panel resprays, alloy wheel refurbishment, plastic welding and paintless dent removal. They take on private and insurance work, emphasising high‑quality finishes and efficient turnaround times. Their review profile shows a strong satisfaction rate with over 100 reviews averaging around 4.7 stars. B
Customer testimonials include:

“Absolutely excellent service, would recommend without hesitation for bodywork accident repair.” 
“Had my scuffs on our Smart car removed today and am extremely pleased. Very professional service.” 
“Just a quick note to say thank you for the excellent repair… I would be more than happy to recommend you to anyone needing bodywork repairs.” autospraysolutions.co.uk

Aford Awards
Aford Awards is a trophy, medals and awards supplier based in Bearsted (near Maidstone), serving sports clubs, schools and corporate clients. They offer a large product range including trophies, medals, glass & crystal awards, corporate gifts, custom engraving and same‑day dispatch options. Their Trustpilot rating is excellent—over 2,000 reviews and an overall 4.9/5 score, with frequent praise for turnaround time, quality and responsiveness. 
What customers say:

“Buying from Aford Awards is so easy… Fast and fantastic service… great products at a good price.” 
“Needed a shield and salver with engravings … super easy to order online and both products were superbly packaged and delivered speedily.” 
“Very professional company to deal with. Kept us informed of progress and did all the engraving that we needed without any errors.”