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Pershore Tennis Centre’s Imogen Looker has been presented with the LTA’s Young Person of the Year award for the Midlands Region.
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Restoring your original flooring is the eco-friendly, cost effective way to unleash the great looks of an old floor. The specialists, working throughout Worcestershire, are AC Contractors. They bring out the best in wooden floors wherever they are, including period properties, village halls, business premises, schools, dance halls, pubs and public buildings, carrying out the work with minimal disruption or loss of earnings. AC Contractors use only the latest products and the very best technology, including filtered vacuums which extract nearly all the dust, so every job is left clean. Customers don’t have to take down their curtains or cover the doorways with dustsheets, simply remove the furniture beforehand.
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The company removes only the minimum amount of surface wood necessary to restore the beauty of the wood beneath, just enough to get rid of scratches and other blemishes. They can also carry out repairs to existing flooring. The last stage is to treat the surface from a variety of high quality products such as clear or coloured Treatex Hard Wax Oil, staining which comes in a large range of colours, or lacquer in colours bespoke to the customer. Customers can even choose a twotone Scandinavian finish. Company owner Eddie says: “Our business is very environmentally friendly. Where possible we try to restore old floors, but with over 30 years’ experience in the flooring trade we also offer a full supply and fit service on solid / engineered wood and traditional parquet. We aim to only use products which support the latest EU directives for removing harmful ingredients from the atmosphere.
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01455 698686 “All our customers receive the same high standards of service, whether they are a private homeowner having their front room sanded or a corporate customer refurbishing a huge hall. Everyone gets a thoroughly professional service. We aim to exceed expectations on every job.” Call now for more information or to book a free home consultation.
Telephone: 07971 819101 Email: accontractors@outlook.com
www.floorsandingworcestershire.co.uk AC Contractors, 24 Elm Green Close, Worcester WR5 3HD
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Independent Home Care Care for adults and the elderly, specialising in Dementia, MS, Parkinson’s, Stroke, Personal Care, Companionship and Home Help Bright Dawn Home Care is the service which can enable people to stay in their own home, surrounded by their own belongings and making their own choices even when dementia or physical frailty mean they cannot be left on their own. Theirs is a service which provides carers who live in full-time, providing 24/7 support, companionship and a safe pair of hands. Bright Dawn’ highly trained carers work in pairs, with one in attendance while the other is off, so clients see familiar faces as far as possible. They work very flexibly to provide whatever support is needed, including help with personal tasks such as bathing and dressing, light housework or meal preparation. They can ensure medication is taken correctly and go with clients on outings, perhaps shopping, visiting friends or keeping medical appointments. They are always available, even in the night. Crucially, over time, they build real relationships. Bright Dawn protects its quality by providing supervision and also computer monitoring which can be accessed by family members, so they can feel reassured at all times.
The company has been established in domiciliary care for 11 years and is now extending its live-in care to Worcestershire and Warwickshire. Managing Director Tracy Ferreira says everything they do is based around how they would wish their own relatives to be looked after, especially being able to keep their independence instead of having to follow the structured routines of residential homes. “People often deteriorate when they go into residential care,” says Tracy. “Our own homes are very special to us. It’s good for people – especially those with dementia or Alzheimer’s - to be in the place they know, among familiar things. “Our service is very personal and individual. It’s about our clients’ emotional health as well as physical and mental wellbeing.” Bright Dawn Home Care, Box Trees, Stratford Road, Hockley Heath, Solihull B94 6EA T: 01564 784598 contact@brightdawnhomecare.co.uk www.brightdawnhomecare.co.uk
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The Grapes
You don’t have to be a wine connoisseur to enjoy The Grapes, Hereford. Anyone who appreciates good food, quality drink and a welcoming atmosphere will feel happily at home in this city centre pub, just yards from Hereford Cathedral. The Grapes was taken into new ownership last September and has since been transformed into a food-led free house. It’s family friendly and able to cater for not only casual visitors but also for large groups and private parties. Under the leadership of owner Ian Morgan – himself a chef – The Grapes offers a varied menu covering everything from light bites such as paninis to traditional hearty meals like fish & chips, all made with quality ingredients. Vegetarian and vegan options are part of every menu as it changes to accommodate seasonal dishes and everything is freshly prepared to order by the new head chef and his team. People come from miles around to enjoy the Sunday carveries. Beers come from the local Ledbury Real Ales brewery and are exclusive to The Grapes. A wide range of other beverages are available, from spirits to soft drinks. The bar is dog friendly and has traditional games like pool and darts, plus TVs for sports fixtures and other popular choices. Many people like to enjoy snacks in there, watching the world go by through the large, streetside windows. The Grapes, Hereford, East Street, Hereford HR1 2LW 01432 267397 ianjmorgan18@yahoo.com Facebook @ The Grapes Hereford
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DRIVEWAYS & PATIOS Delightful driveways for your home
Resin bonded driveways have many benefits. If you want a driveway that looks attractive as well as being maintenance-free, then resin driveways are perfect for you.
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THE LYGON ARMS 5 STAR LUXURY AT IT’S BEST
If it’s five star luxury that you are looking for then look no further than the Lygon arms. Set in the heart of the picturesque village of Broadway, the Lygon arms caters for every need.
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n arrival we were met by one of the staff members at reception. It was at this point that our relaxing weekend began with my husband handing over our keys for our vehicle to be taken to the car park. Our bags were left at reception ready to be taken to our room. The staff, all in matching uniforms, were welcoming and friendly with the hotel oozing a warm relaxed atmosphere. Following our speedy check in we went to explore the hotel, which offered lots of areas with comfortable seating and open fires in which to enjoy a drink. The hotel was dog friendly with lots of happy pooches snuggled in front of the open fires. After a lovely walk around the village it was time for lunch. There was a varied choice on the menu and the hummus that we chose was spectacular. There was a good variety of bottled beers and the wine list was lengthy. For the more adventurous there were some intriguing cocktails to be had.
The Lygon Arms Hotel, Cotswolds High Street, Broadway, Worcestershire, WR12 7DU Telephone: 01386 852 255 www.lygonarmshotel.co.uk
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Our afternoon was taken up by a chilled time at the spa. This had everything that you could want. After a swim in the pool we spent some time in the sauna, steam room and the Jacuzzi. For the more active among us there was a well-functioning gym. When we had had enough of that it was time to relax on the loungers and read the magazines that were provided. Nestled down in our robes it was easy to let all our stresses float away.
for dinner in the wine bar. Our room was spacious and was filled with all the luxuries anyone could need for a stay. From the beautiful décor of the room to the well-presented bathroom it was perfection. Our room had a separate seating area which came in useful for sitting and reading. We were provided with soft dressing gowns and slippers along with high quality toiletries. There were soft drinks and bottles of mineral water to enjoy as well as fruit to keep us fuelled until dinner. Our evening meal was in the wine bar, which was tastefully decorated and had a welcoming atmosphere. There was a good choice on the menu and the food was not only amazing but also reasonably priced. The meat balls were divine and the desserts the best to be had. Following our fabulous day we headed up to our room and sank into a blissful sleep on the comfortable bed in peaceful surroundings. Our breakfast was taken in the patio. There was plenty of room for us with plush seating as we sat overlooking the well maintained garden. The choice of breakfast was both continental and a cooked breakfast, with a vegetarian option which was delicious. We were spoilt for choice and the muffins that were available were delightful. Following our breakfast we decided to go for a walk. The hotel was not only able to provide us with places of interests but the wellingtons to go with it. If there was one criticism of our stay at the Lygon Arms it would only be that we could not have stayed longer.
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