Melksham Market October

THE

MARKET MELKSHAM edition

OCTOBER 2012

Devizes and Melksham editions delivered free to homes and businesses with over 22,500 readers

Issue 7

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Vintage Furniture and Thoughtful Gifts

Woodwick Candles Buy one and get a second ½ price throughout October

Upper Cut Clothing

New - from this summer whatever your style whatever the weather!

Lifestyle clothing that will Float your Boat!

Tulchan ladies clothing inspired by nature.

Clothing to live life your way!

20A The Brittox, Devizes, Wiltshire SN10 1AJ

Proud to be British, clothing that bestows confidence and a sense of fun.

Open every day except Sunday

24 High St, MELKSHAM, Wilts, SN12 6LA Tel: 01225 706700

01380 729720

www.thebeehivelifestyle.com

1-2 The Ginnel, DEVIZES, Wilts, SN10 1HN Tel: 01380 722227

Wood burning Stoves Kitchen Ranges Biomass Boilers Full design and installation service Please visit our wood burning centre to view our extensive range of wood fuelled appliances

Formerly known as Sarsen Stoves

New Premises, New Name - Same old family service and high standards of workmanship Sarsen Energy Ltd, Unit 1, Garlands Trading Estate, Cadley Road, Collingbourne Ducis, Marlborough, Wiltshire SN8 3EB Tel: 01264 850742 Fax: 01264 850549 email: info@sarsenenergy.co.uk www.SarsenEnergy.co.uk

Bluestone Gallery

USEFUL NUMBERS COUNCILS: Melksham Town Council - 01225 704187 Melksham Wo Parish Council - 01225 705700 West Wiltshire District Council - 01225 776655 Wiltshire County Council - 01225 713000 Highways Department - 01225 702649 POLICE: (Emergency 999) Melksham Police - 0845 405 7000 Devizes Police HQ - 01380 722341 Trowbridge Police - 01225 763101 Chippenham Police - 01249 449668 Devizes Police traffic dpt - 01380 722141 Crimestoppers - 0800 555 111 MEDICAL: Melksham Hospital - 01225 703088 Bath RUH - 01225 428331 Trowbridge - 01225 752558 Health Authority - 01380 733813 DOCTORS: Spa Surgery - 01225 703236 Giffords Surgery - 08444 772565 St. Damians Surgery - 01225 791212 Independent Living Centre - 01380 871007 DENTISTS: Spa Road - 01225 704854 Market Place Dentist - 01225 703232 Regency - 01225 791710 HELP AND ADVICE: Age Concern Headquarters - 01380 727767 Alcoholics Anonymous - 0845 769 7555 Relate (Marriage Guidance) - 01225 765310 Tourist Information Centre - 01225 707424 Samaritans - 08457 909090 NSPCC - 0800 800 500 RSPCA - 08705 555 999 Red Cross - 01380 730131 Melksham Post Office - 01225 708056 LOWEST SOLAR PV PRICE EVER 4kW SYSTEM FROM ONLY ÂŁ7000

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PLUMBING + HEATING + RENEWABLES

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Environmentally Aware Printers

Professional Sign Writers

Litho & Digital Printing Long & Short Runs Full Colour In-House Finishing

Signs Banners Vehicle Graphics & Wraps Large Format Printing

Tel: 01380 720049 Tel: 01380 722253 www.kennetprint.co.uk www.kennetsignandisplay.co.uk

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the somerset arms NEW Winter Menu

We specialise in functions Weddings • Funerals • Parties 4 Star AA Quality Accommodation Food now served 7 days a week High Street, Semington, Wiltshire, BA14 6JR.

Tel: 01380 870 067

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CLEAN START

The general cleaning, maintenance company Do you require a reliable service with a personal touch?

We love ‘house cleaning’ weekly and to ‘deep clean’ as required.

(Gas, Electric, Agas, Rayburns & Commercial Ovens)

Carpet Cleaning Window Cleaning Garden Maintenance House maintenance

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We are launching our new winter menu on the 1st October, we have some delicious winter warmers, so pop in and try one them. Bring this voucher with you and we will give you a FREE tea or filter coffee with your main meal.

Also look out for our Christmas menu coming soon.

Try Sarah’s homemade mince pies in almond pastry OR deep filled fruit pies in pastry with a hint of orange, Christmas menu available from 1st November.

Tel 01380 816562 or 07856 543292 Email info.cleanstart@btinternet.com

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01380 721444

Market Place Devizes.

See you soon

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Book Club

THE

MARKET

‘Before I Go To Sleep’

by S J Watson This is a psychological thriller, skilfully written so the reader is never quite sure who is who or what is what.

Christine has amnesia. Every night when she goes to sleep her memory is wiped clean. Every morning is a voyage of terrifying discovery. She wakes in a bed she does not recognise, next to a man she does not know. Each new day she thinks she is a different age. She has terrible shocks seeing her matured reflection in the bathroom mirror.

She is totally dependent on the man who explains each day that he is her husband. He carefully places photos and notes around the bathroom mirror so that she might understand who they are when she wakes.

Christine is keeping a secret journal; she is phoned each day by a man instructing her where to find it. The journal helps her to understand herself and her life. However, the more she fills in, the more confused she becomes.

This book is a page turner, a plot twister. It plays with our perceptions of Christine and the other characters in the book.

As reader, you know she is in danger but you are never quite sure why or from whom.

I urge you to read this book before it becomes a film. Cinema will never capture Christine’s emotions and turmoil or the

secrets bubbling beneath the surface of her life.

‘Room’

by Emma Donaghue This is a unique book, utterly readable and impossible to put down. It is narrated

by Jack, a five year old boy who knows only life in ‘Room’. His ‘voice’ is incredibly strong, his language palpable. He sucks the reader into his world with words and concepts alien to us, yet strangely familiar. He manages to convey his world to us despite not having the depth of vocabulary to explain.

The overview of the book is the fact that he has been born in captivity. With his Mother, the victim of a kidnapping, they are trapped by a sinister man. Jack has never been outside of ‘Room’. Despite this seemingly hopeless scenario, his Mother has provided as full a life as possible for him.

Their story is so strong, their bond so deep that as a reader you are utterly hooked. Emma Donoghue has managed to get right inside the mind of this child and to transcribe his story with infinite care.

I thoroughly recommend this book. Despite its themes being dark, it is inspirational and thought provoking from the first to the last page.

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Hair & Beauty

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The Ultimate treatment combines CACI face toning with microdermabrasion and LED light therapy.

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ANDY & WHITE REMOVAL SERVICES

CONTAINED STORAGE

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Showroom, The Old Ropeworks, 20 Kennet Place, Marlborough, Wiltshire SN8 1NG

Melksham 01225 705 686 Devizes 01380 729 378

FROST

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WOOD BURNING AND MULTIFUEL STOVES FULL DESIGN AND CONSULTATION SERVICE FITTING AND CHIMNEY LINING SERVICE HETAS REGISTERED INSTALLERS FREE SURVEY The Ginnel, off the Market Place, Devizes 01380 739605 www.frenchblue.co.uk

Devizes

Wood Products Unit 4 Cherry Farm Cheverell Road Worton Nr. Devizes Wiltshire SN10 5UN

01672 516876

Tel/Fax 01380 730800 Website www.devizeswoodproducts.uk.com

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‘Timber Structures - Custom Built by Craftsman’ Conservatories  Sheds  Garden Offices  Garages  Summer Houses  Stables  Garden Features

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BBQ & SPIT ROAST SPECIALISTS

• private parties • weddings • corporate events We are a young, vibrant Wiltshire based company offering a bespoke roasting service. Our reputation is built on our friendly , polite and professional staff who ensure your spit roast event is a resounding success!

We offer 2 menus with generous portions plus the option for your own menu choice.

All diets catered for. Organic Pork, beef, lamb and chicken available.

Tel: 07968 824213 Email: will@greenfarmltd.com www.greenfarmltd.co.uk

The

KINGS ARMS

A wide range of food from Bar snacks to full Restaurant dining.

A large selection of New and Old World Wines coupled with our locally brewed beers and variety of larger and ciders.

Ten en-suite bedrooms, full Wi-Fi throughout. We cater for Weddings, Parties, Christenings, wakes & more.

We also have a Business centre equipped with full Wi-Fi, overhead projector and screens.

01225 707272

20 Market Place, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6EX

The Bell othne Common Under

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Management

This delightful 16th Century pub has, for 200 years been the focal point of the village community. We offer a welcoming ambience together with a menu of good home cooked food in the bars & restaurant with a selection of real ales, lagers,wines & spirits Food served daily 12 -2.30pm & 6-9pm Friday & Saturday 12-2 & 5-9pm Broughon Gifford, Wiltshire www.thebellonthecommon.com Tel 01225 782309

For All Your Print Requirements

Visit our website or call in and see us to discuss your Personalised Christmas Cards & Gifts Unit G21a, Avonside Enterprise Park, Melksham, SN12 8BT

T: 01225 705025 E: info@townsenddesignandprint.co.uk

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Nursery Thyme

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Large selection of quality prams, furniture, cotbeds and bedding.

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Open 10am - 5pm Monday to Saturday Wharfside, Couch Lane, Devizes, SN10 1EB 01380 721747 www.nurserythyme.co.uk * Excluding sale or special offer items. Offer ends 31/10/12

Personal Service at Internet Prices Melanie Page Upholstery and Soft Furnishings Upholstery, loose covers, window treatments, blinds and headboards.

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COMMISSIONING, SERVICE & Maintenance

Any problems give me a ring on 01380 727603 / 07746 063 147 8 Roundway Park, Devizes, SN10 2ED To Advertise Call Toby 01672 851240 or Phil 07850 310451

The Fire Alarm Consultancy Limited We design, supply, maintain and install Fire Alarms, Emergency Lighting & Nurse Call Systems

Telephone Alex on 01380 813723 or FREEPHONE 0800 3288 265 www.firealarmconsultancy.co.uk Your Safety is our Priority!

All work is carried out to BS:5839: Part 1:2002 and BS5266: Part 1:1999 We are registered Safecontractor and a Member of The Guild of Master Craftsmen and the FPA (Fire Protection Asscoiation)

M.J. Scoffield Tree Care Fully Qualified to City & Guilds NPTC Standard with Full insurance and more the 10 years experience

All aspects of tree work covered * Dismantles * Reductions * Thining * Pollards * Felling * Logs * Hedge Cutting / Reductions * Stump grinding / Dead wooding

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First Visit

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Devizes, Wiltshire

The

CROWN

19 New Park Street, Devizes, Wiltshire SN10 1EA Tel: 01380 722692 Fax: 01380 730407 Opening Hours: Sun - Thurs 12 noon - 11pm; Fri 12 noon - 2am; Sat 12 noon - 3am.

The Crown is a popular pub situated in the heart of Devizes and is just a stones throw from the Wadworth brewery itself.

Excellent food and drink, great service, sports coverage and late night weekend entertainment make this a pub that has something for everyone.

Families with children of all ages are very welcome too.

For more information on menus etc please visit our website

www.crowndevizes.co.uk **Highly commended award for Food pub of the year 2011**

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CHIRTON BUILDING COMPANY46

• Listed Buildings • Natural Stone Work • Oak Timber Work • Demolition & Site Clearance • Ground Works & Landscaping • New Builds

Honeystreet Logs & Country Store

Est 19 • Total Refurbishments

• Barn Conversions • High Quality Home Extensions • Bespoke Carpentry • Church Works • Excellent References are available

Devizes: (01380) 739587 Mob: (07900) 805915

Best quality firewood logs

Unit 3, Sir Ralph Trade Centre, Hopton Road, Devizes, SN10 2FD Email: chirtonbuildingcompany@ymail.com www.chirtonbuilding.co.uk

one step beyond imagination

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Lignum

At honeystreet we supply only the finest quality hardwood logs Ideal for you wood burner or open fire

beautiful and timeless

contemporary and antique living

- unique home accessories - gorgeous gifts - inspirational pieces of furniture, antique and vintage - always some surprises A visit will not disappoint....

28a St John Street, Devizes, SN10 1BN www.lignumdevizes.co.uk 10 The MarketPlace October 2012

We source all our wood locally to help the environment Local delivery is included in our competitive prices Order online, by phone or in person and leave the rest to us

Buy NOW HEAT Later Honeystreet Sawmills & Country Store Honeystreet, Woodborough, Pewsey, SN9 5PS

www.honeystreetsawmills.co.uk 01672 852100

To Advertise Call Toby 01672 851240 or Phil 07850 310451

October in the Garden

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ctober brings a fantastic display for those gardens that have plants that give Autumn foliage. You really notice the change in temperature and the shorter days which makes the sunny days even more important It is a great time to visit gardens that have Autumn colour such as Westonbirt Arboretum in Gloucestershire. Neighbours of mine regularly visit the Eastern seaboard in the USA where the colours are spectacular.

Things to do: Rake up fallen leaves and either place them on the compost or pile them up to make leaf mould.

Dig over empty beds incorporate as much organic matter as possible to improve the structure of the soil.

Finish planting evergreen shrubs Give conifer hedges a last trim for the winter sets in.

Plants new climbers and perennials.

Lift and store dahlias, gladioli and summer flowering bulbs.

Cut down the dying tops of perennial vegetables.

Insulate the greenhouse if you don’t have a heater get one if you do have check that its in working order. Insulate the inside of your greenhouse with bubble polythene or any other insulating material that lets light through.

It is probably your last chance to sow grass seed.

Pick up the last of your apples and pears before they get damaged.

Only store fruit that is not damaged or diseased Lift and store potatoes and carrots in a dry and darkish cool place.

You should start to prepare the ground for planting bare rooted stock for next month.

Sow sweet peas for next year under cover.

It is best to do all the jobs in the garden sooner rather than later as with the shortening days you will only have a limited time to get things done Plant trees at this time of the year while the soil is warm for the

LawnTender lawn treatment service

• Servicing to Maker’s schedule on Audi, VW, Seat, Skoda etc • Cambelt replacement • Brakes and Clutches • Air conditioning repair and servicing • Diagnostic work • MOT tests and repairs • Tyre replacement and exhausts • Alloy wheel refurbishment

Creating healthy lawns for life

FREE lawn assessment call 01672 851581 lawntender.co.uk

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VAG Trained Master technician on site Courtesy cars, collection and delivery possible Latest genuine Audi VW Diagnostic equipment on site VW Key Coding & ECU upgrade We will match any written quote We are up to half the price of any main dealer

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Devizes Car Valeting Centre Full valet or just a wash Give us a ring if you want your car posh!!

Unit 9, White Horse Business Centre Hopton Trading Estate Devizes SN10 2AH

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roots to take hold.

Plant garlic before the weather gets to cold.

There is probably only one or two cuts of the lawn left unless your right down south.

Secure any climbers or any other plants that are vulnerable to the winds of Autumn.

Plant container grown climbers. Plant up n e w herbaceous perennials and lift and divide overgrown and plant.

Lift and store dahlia tubers.

Put netting over your ponds to prevent debris from falling in and if you are lucky enough the same goes to the swimming pool.

Lift and store tender summer - flowering bulbs.

Good time now to go to your garden centre and buy plants that give a good winter colour.

It is a good time to tidy up that pond before the water gets too cold.

With an established lawn rake out thatch, aerate and top – dress.

Finish planting Autumn onion sets.

Sow broad beans but cover them with cloches in colder parts of the country.

Lift parsley and mint and pot to put on the window sill.

Water the plants in the greenhouse and indoor plants less.

Constantly remove any yellow leaves from and around plants as this encourages disease and pests.

In the greenhouse grow radishes, mustard and cress for winter salad either in pots or recycle those tomato grow bags.

Devizes Road Garage, Bromham, near Bowood, Chippenham, Wiltshire. SN15 2DZ

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C&G

• Extensions • Renovations • Maintenance • Flat Roofing • Fascias & Guttering • Windows & Doors • Hard Landscaping • Block Paving/Patios • Kitchens & Bathrooms • Driveways • Fencing & Walling • Drain clearance • High pressure Jetting • CCTV Inspections • New Drains Laid • We can design your extention to fit your budget

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We have an excellent rapport with building control. We are fully covered by public liability insurance; are on the Street Works Qualifications Register (SWQR No. 20040033); and we would be more than happy to provide references and an obligation-free quotation.

**Not only can we supply your fencing, slabs and turf, we can also erect your fence, lay your patio and turf your garden and have many, many satisfied customers in the local area. Please ask for more details.**

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Full working system available for viewing at our Devizes office

Call us on 01380 726999 for more information or visit our web site www.iddea.co.uk Unit 4, Devizes Trade Centre, Hopton Park, Devizes SN10 2EH

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SUNDAYS 11.00am-6.00pm: Craft fair at Lacock Village Hall. Held every Sunday & Bank Holiday Mondays. Admission free!

MONDAYS 5.00pm: Shapes slimming club at the Rachel Fowler Centre, Spa Road. 5.00pm: Weigh and go. 6.00pm: Weigh and stay. For more information log on to www. shapesslimming.co.uk or call 01380 828372.

7.00 - 8.30pm: Melksham Netball Club meet (weather permitting) on the outdoor courts beside Melksham House. Ages from 15+. All abilities.

6.30pm-9.30pm: Radio Controlled Car Racing at Melksham Assembly Hall. All Welcome. www. wwmcc.com for details.

7.30pm-9.30pm: Do you want to experience English Country Dancing? Why not join us? It’s good fun & good exercise. Just come along to one of our meetings at the Riverside Club, Bath Road or contact Geoff on 703650.

8.00pm: The Wessex Branch of the MG Owners Club meet on every fourth Monday of the month at The Bell on the Common, Broughton Gifford. All owners of MGs or Classic Sports Cars are welcome. Full details are on our website at www.wessex mgclub.org.uk TUESDAYS 10.00am-11.30am: Melksham & District LINK coffee morning United Church, Melksham. Everyone welcome.

10.15am-12.00am: Shaw & Whitley Toddler Group, the Reading Rooms, Whitley.

Come along and join the fun.

10.30am: Regular storytime session at Melksham Library for young children. Tel. 01225 702039.

2.30pm-4.45pm: Melksham 60 Plus Club is a social club for the over 60s that meets every Tuesday at The Riverside Club. Enq. 703071.

7pm-8pm: Beginners Tai Chi for health at St Andrew’s Church Hall. Contact MaryAnn on 07711 871750.

7.30pm: Melksham Gardener’s Society meet at the Rachel Fowler Centre every last Tuesday of the month. New members are always welcome.

8.00pm: Melksham Lions meet 1st Tuesday of every month at Melksham House.

New members especially welcome. if interested please telephone 0845 837 7401 WEDNESDAYS 9.30am-10.45am: Xercise at the town hall. Keep fit for the more mature (active group). Contact 07711 871750.

9.30am - 11.30am: Good Neighbours Club is a social club for the over 60s; every

The Black Swan 17th century Hotel Marketplace Devizes

Wednesday Morning, at Rowley Place Community Hall. Call 705645.

10.00am-12.00pm: Bowerhill Toddlers for 0-4 year olds meet at Bowerhill Village Hall.

All welcome. Contact Karen on 01225 700041 for more details.

11.15am-12.30pm: Beginners’ Tai Chi for health at Melksham Town Hall. Call MaryAnn on 07711 871 750.

6.15-7.45pm: Beginners Yoga Class at Melksham Town Hall - contact Pete Savin 01225 858961 7.45-9.15pm: Experienced Yoga Class at Melksham Town Hall - Contact Pete Savin 01225 858961 8.00pm: Royal Air Force Association meet on the last Wednesday of every month at Melksham House, Melksham. All welcome.

THURSDAYS 9.45am-11.00am: Xercise at the town hall. Keep fit for the more mature (active group). 11.15am-12.15pm: Xercise, gentle group. Contact 07711 871750.

10.00am-11.45am: Little Teddies Toddler Group meet at the Baptist Church, Old Broughton Road on Thursdays (term time). Call Sarah on 791305. (The friendly toddler group with an active social life).

7pm-8pm: Melksham Wado Karate Club - new members - age 6 upwards including adults. The Manor School, Ruskin SIte. Lowbourne. First lesson free. Tony Stannard 01225 344825.

FRIDAYS 10.15am: The Friday Club (ex Melksham CSRF) meet for coffee and tea and a chat at Melksham House. Everyone is welcome.

1.00pm: Busy Bees Patchwork and Quilting meet fortnightly at Bowerhill Village Hall Cost £2.50 includes refreshments. Beginners welcome. Further information, contact Marilyn Mills on 01225-708600.

1.00pm: Chairobics - ladies and gents, multi level exercise class for the more mature. Queensway Hall, tea and coffee follow. Contact Claire Poole for details 07909987811.

1.00pm-4.00pm: Craft Chat & Coffee meets fortnightly at Bowerhill Village Hall. £2, which includes refreshments. Each person should bring along some craft of any kind i.e. knitting, sewing, quilting, lace-making, beading, etc., etc. To find out more, contact Jenny Butcher on 01225 353123. saturdays 7.30-9.30: The Pickwick Club in Corsham naturist evenings, with swimming, sauna, jacuzzi and a steam room. First, third and fifth Saturday in each month. For more information phone 01249 712092 or 07952 298741.

THE KITCHEN SHOP. Mike Routledge Interiors.

16, SIDMOUTH ST, DEVIZES, WILTS, SN10 1LD

The Hotel is an Authentic “Olde Worlde” 17th Century Coaching Inn, ideally located in the heart of the historic market town of Devizes, where there is always a warm and friendly welcome.

Ingredients locally sourced, excellent selection of homecooked food daily, coffee & cake £2.99 Quiz night Monday @ 9pm (free supper) win vouchers and cash prize.

HOME-MADE SUNDAY LUNCH & DESSERT ONLY £8.50 Functions catered for & meeting rooms

A FAMILY RUN COMPANY, HELPING YOU TO CREATE YOUR DREAM KITCHEN, AT VERY COMPETITIVE PRICES.

WE OFFER A PERSONAL DESIGN AND QUOTATION SERVICE BASED ON OVER 43 YEARS EXPERIENCE.

All rooms are en suite

VISIT OUR SHOWROOM Opening Hours. Thursday, Friday, Saturday. 10am – 4pm

Tea and all types of coffee available only £1

25-26 Market Place, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 1JQ Email: blackswanhotel@talktalk.net Telephone: 01380 723259 14 The MarketPlace October 2012

HANDMADE, BESPOKE, KITCHENS, BEDROOMS, AND FITTED FURNITURE.

ALL OTHER TIMES BY APPOINTMENT.

Or call: 01380 739833, MOBILE: 07812 016 832 Email: info@thekitchenshopdevizes.co.uk

www.thekitchenshopdevizes.co.uk

To Advertise Call Toby 01672 851240 or Phil 07850 310451

The Peppermill A warm welcome to The Peppermill!

We’re a Fully Licensed Bistro, Café & Deli serving great tasting authentic dishes, deli foods and a fabulous selection of coffees and teas, snacks and pastries.

• Open from 8am for Breakfast and serving Lunch from 12pm until 2.30pm • Opening for evening service, Thursday / Friday / Saturday from the 26th July 2012 6pm to 9.30pm.

• Tea, Coffee and Cakes served all day Monday - Saturday • A large range of freshly made Sandwiches, Baguettes and Wraps to take away • Delicatessen with a large selection of Cheese, Charcuterie, Wine and many other delights

The Peppermill Bistro . Café . Deli 40 St John’s Street Devizes Tel: 01380 710407

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Desirable

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Elegant

A beautiful kitchen will bring lifestyle improvements to your home and with In-toto we have three ranges to choose from, such as this IN-STYLE FIALA kitchen shown above. So whatever your lifestyle we have a kitchen to fit.

In-toto Kitchens Swindon Unit 3 Queen Victoria House, Victoria Road, Swindon, SN1 3BG Tel: 01793 422004 Email: swindon@intoto.co.uk www.intoto.co.uk Join us on Facebook facebook.com/Intotokitchen Follow us on Twitter. twitter.com/#/Intoto_kitchen

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Henry Aldridge and Son The Devizes Auctioneers The Wiltshire Saleroom With A Worldwide Reputation Do you have Antiques or Collectables that you may wish to auction or want to know what they may be worth?

If so we may be able to advise you. We are pleased to announce we will be holding regular Antique valuation days where our experts will be able o assist. Alan and Andrew Aldridge have over 50 years experience in the Antiques business and have either advised or appeared on the following TV shows. BBC Antiques Roadshow, Flog It!, Bargain Hunt, Antiques Uncovered , Cash in the Attic, This Morning and Good Morning America.

A selection of items sold by Henry Aldridge and Son in our recent auctions

Rolex Watch Sold for £6500

Gold Medal Sold for £41000

Silver Campaign Set Sold for £5900

NEXT VALUATION DAY THURSDAY OCT 11TH 10am-3.30pm (For larger items feel free to bring photographs)

Forthcoming Sales October 13th Antiques & Collectables.

November 10th Antiques & Collectables.

Unit 1 Bath Road Business Centre, Bath Road, Devizes, Wiltshire, England, SN10 1XA Phone: 01380 729199

www.henry-aldridge.com