Blackbourn TV was established as a slot meter TV rental company in 1978 at the family home of Eric Blackbourn, his wife Val, and their sons Waine and Daren. In 1986 the business moved into its first retail location in Park Road, Sittingbourne where it grew steadily for 15 years before a lack of space prompted a move to the High Street in 2001.

At the time of opening their first store, Blackbourn TV were in competition with no fewer than 14 other Television rental and retail outlets in Sittingbourne, but over the years for various reasons, all but two have closed their doors.

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Repairs Report

With City & Guilds fully qualified service engineers accumulating over 60 years combined servicing experience, we at Blackbourn TV believe we can offer you a repair service rivaled by none. We have both in store, and mobile field technicians available to guarantee you the most prompt possible service.

Standard Installations Report

Once you have made your purchase, why not let us deliver, install and demonstrate the item for you FREE of charge. It has always been of paramount importance to us that our customers gain the maximum benefit from the equipment we supply.

So with this in mind, we recommend our customers explore the features available, and if they have any further questions regarding operation, we offer FREE telephone support and/or FREE re-tuition visits by our fully trained, experienced and friendly experts.Our FREE standard installation service is available on all non "Smart" items over 100 purchased from our store, excluding aerials and satellite systems.

Custom AV Installations from £50.00 Report

Most modern televisions are able to be fixed to a wall, either flat or canter levered across a corner. Customers find this a good alternative to free standing as it can reclaim so much space in the room. The installation itself can be as simple or complex as you choose, from flat with surface mounted cables to canter lever with hidden cables.

Aerial & Satellite Report

Blackbourn TV have been installing and servicing aerial and satellite systems for many years. In fact we were installing fixed and motorized satellite systems long before the introduction of Sky. Today, our services are not only limited to the general public. We also carry out installations and repairs for Letting Agents, Schools, Gyms, Pubs and a variety of other commercial organisations.

Home Networking Report

As technology progresses, we are becoming more dependent on Broadband and WiFi coverage throughout our homes. With more and more entertainment products being able to connect to the home network and internet, customers are increasingly finding areas within their homes where WiFi just can not reach. At Blackbourn TV, our experienced team are able to assess your WiFi problems and provide reliable, cost effective solutions.

Reviews (9)

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Hardly Swells

Jul 18, 2021

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Helpful and knowledgeable..
Without being pushey
A truely family run business that's hard to find these days.
Offer wide range of services including to do repairs when most other places just can't be bothered and would rather try and sell you a replacement than repair.

Mike Woods

Mar 06, 2021

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I’ve just moved into a new house and the aerials aren’t working. After trying a booster from Argos, I thought i’d have to pay for someone to come out and Blackbourne were recommended. Anyway, I called and spoke with the owner who spent a good half an hour with me on the phone and we solved it with a £20 bit of equipment, instead of paying for one of his guys to come out. A really honest and helpful gentleman - I highly recommend.

Aaron Wilkes

Feb 09, 2021

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Great experience using Blackbourn TV. Really responsive towards my installation and proactive about researching the antenna that needed mounting. The price quoted for the job was extremely reasonable, and an… assessment of the install was carried out prior.
The work was carried out perfectly, the installer was great and genuinely nice guy 👍. Friendly, professional and completely COVID-Secure.
Again, thank you for your help, I really appreciate it. 😉

MrYouknowwhat

Jul 14, 2020

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Excellent knowledge and customer service. Really nice blokes would highly recommend to anyone needing repairs or a new TV!

Emma Savage

Jun 06, 2020

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A fantastic small business who always go above and beyond to provide a great service,we have been using them for 15 years and even during this Covid pandemic the service is 1st class,our TV broke Wednesday, Blackbourne delivered a new 1 Thursday all the while adhering to social distancing regulations. Highly recommended giving these guys a try.

Warrick Cole

Mar 30, 2019

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Brilliant service, really helpful, if don't understand something they will take the time with you so do understand. GREAT SHOP :-)

Meryl M. Ledbrooke

Oct 27, 2018

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The engineers are reliable and efficient, they come out as soon as possible and sort the problem. They are also very nice..and seem genuinely pleased to help with any problems...for my part, not understanding technology is always a nuisance...but they explain it well. Thanks very much...nice to have a friendly and reliable service. 🤗

Petethevan

Aug 06, 2018

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Excellent service. I assumed that my outside aerial had failed and booked BBTV to fit a new one. The chap turned up and after doing some troubleshooting, he found that the amplifier in the loft had failed. He charged me less than half the quoted price to fix the issue.
At the time, my wife was the only person in the house - he could have a) tried to blind her with science and b) fitted a new aerial anyway and charged full price. Neither happened.
I now have excellent pictures on all TV's. Top marks! Thank you.

Nicola Williams

Aug 31, 2017

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Fantastic service. Clint went out of his way to hide the wires and fit the aerial in the best possible place. Highly recommend this local, family run business.