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Contents 5 Marble Graphics 6 In The Know 7 Folk Festival 7 Carnival Parade 2012
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Castles & cruise ships all in a day’s work for Marble Graphics
There’s never a dull moment if you’re part of the Marble Graphics design and installation team - and that’s just the way they like it! With their reputation for excellence in every department they are called in all over the country and in the past they have found themselves working inside the Tower of London at midnight, on the high seas aboard a luxury cruise liner and on high streets all over the United Kingdom! And then of course they come back to base and return to installing their unique high quality kitchens and bathrooms in homes throughout the area. Sounds like a business that’s really on the way up! ‘It’s great to be in demand’ says Paul Shepherd, Marble Graphics’ director ‘and some of the jobs we’ve had recently have been really exciting. At the Tower we were installing new granite bar tops in the Armouries Restaurant which is a converted arsenal from the 1660’s - you get a real sense of history when you’re working on a building that old. We also won a contract to refit the luxury penthouse apartments on the Fred Olsen Lines vessel Black
business and it’s something we always enjoy and take a pride in - we think that shows in our work!” Sounds like a good attitude so if you’re looking to upgrade your property we think you should take a look at what Marble Graphics have to offer.
Watch. We boarded at Southhampton and the ship sailed to Dunkirk, spent four days in dry dock and then went on a mini cruise to Amsterdam - with us working on board the whole time! It was quite an experience until we found our sea legs. We’ve also been all over the country fitting exterior granite to branches of Herbert Brown Jewellers.’ So when they get back to Grimsby do they get bored? “Not at all” says Paul. “Domestic kitchens and bathrooms are our main line of
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Your indispensable guide to what’s going on where you live Flutatious To Headline Small World Festival This year’s Small World Festival, at Badger Farm, Asterby, near Louth will run from the 17th-19th August and will feature headline sets from London based Celtic folk rock ensemble Flutatious on the Saturday Evening and Coventry’s folk/reggae/ska fusion band Endless Knot on the Sunday. According to the Wolds Collective, who organise the annual event, festival goers can expect some seriously danceable music from both acts - and support from a line up that includes Nimming Ned, and the Hull Ukelele Orchestra. For further information, including ticket prices and details of the available camping take a look at www. woldscollective.co.uk
Ready To Zumba On The Banks Of The Humba? It will be a big day for all dance fans on Sunday 22nd July at Meridian Park when Humberston Lions host their Zumba Fitness Event. There will be Zumba fitness sessions
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with inspirational teachers plus exhibitions of Belly Dancing, Bokwa Fitness, Body Combat, Line Dancing and Tai Chi. There will also be funfair rides, a bouncy castle, face painting, craft stalls and lots more - the fun starts at 10am and carries on until 4pm. Admission is free but there is a charge of £8 (in advance, £10 on the day) for those participating in the Zumba classes. For further information visit www. humberstonlions.co.uk and get yourself dancing!
Boating Lake And Dunes Win National Award Natural England have added Cleethorpes Lakeside and Nature Reserve to their list of accredited parks. There are 36 such parks spread across the whole country and this area has two of them - the other being Weelsby Woods. Councillor Mick Burnett said: “The award shows that we are doing the right things, working to a standard that is nationally recognised.”
Classical Concerts Set To Return To Cleethorpes Classical concerts return to Meridian Park on Saturday August 25th in a show featuring one of the North’s leading orchestras, Sinfonia Viva and special guest tenor Jonathan Ansell, of ‘G4’ fame. The programme will include a suite of classical favourites as well as more contemporary songs including numbers from Cole Porter and Gershwin, with Nessun Dorma, Caruso and Bohemian Rhapsody among the vocal numbers Jonathan is set to sing. It will conclude in a Last Night Of The Proms style finale, complete with flags and fireworks. Tickets are £20 in advance for adults and £10 for children. (£25/£12 on the gate). A limited number of early bird tickets are available to NE Lincolnshire residents only at £18/£9 concessions. Tickets from Solid Entertainment at 25 Wellowgate or call 01472 349222. Or find out more and book on-line at www. theculturehouse. co.uk
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Folk Festival - A Roaring Success!
The sun smiled and the east coast chill took a holiday so that thousands of people could enjoy the fourth annual Cleethorpes Folk and Cider Festival at the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway over the weekend of May 25th-27th. The fabulous weather was certainly a factor in drawing the crowds but the festival atmosphere and warm welcome also played a huge part. There were plenty of performers who were new to the area and many festival favourites made return appearances but
as well as music on stage there were Morris Men dancing and for the first time buskers took their music onto the resort streets, spreading great music throughout the resort. It would seem a little unfair to single out any one band or artist for particular mention as the calibre of performance was quite exceptional this year and each individual set was of high quality. At the youngest end of the spectrum fifteen year-old Amy Rainbow had the crowd in the palm of her young hand on Sunday when she opened the afternoon session with a set of mainly self-penned songs. Amy writes from the heart and brought tears to the eyes of her listeners as she sang about finding her place in a world that can
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be hard to navigate. At the opposite end of the spectrum, seasoned and experienced Ploughman’s Bunch were a positive delight. Fronted by cool as a cucumber Steve Jackson the Bunch delivered a delicious set of folk, blues and Americana classics that had the audience demanding more. Estuary Radio was present throughout the weekend broadcasting live and giving performers and punters a chance to have their say. Martin Samuels, the force behind Estuary Radio was delighted with how well the festival integrated the radio station and said he hoped the outside broadcast would be the first of many such collaborations.
Cleethorpes Carnival Parade 2012 On Saturday July 28th 2012 the streets of Cleethorpes will be alive with colour, noise, music and laughter for the annual Cleethorpes Carnival Parade. Since it’s humble beginnings over thirty five years ago this fantastic free event has remained true to its original ethos by providing a showcase for the wealth of music, entertainment, culture and kindness that our community has to offer along with the opportunity for charities and groups to benefit from collections taken during the parade. Until 2007 the Parade was organised by the Council but when they took the decision to no longer fund or
Above: Fancy dress is always a highlight of the event Right: The Parade makes its way along the beachfront
manage the event it was taken over by Cleethorpes Events, a non profit making organisation of volunteers. Since they have been organising the parade in excess of £14,000 has been raised to help charities. Many people who dressed in costume and rode floats in their childhood now come to watch their own children taking part in the festivities. A tremendous amount of work goes into the making of the floats and groups and charities work for many weeks and in some cases months to build them, putting together their ideas some times on a shoestring budget - the goodwill of local businesses and
individuals has always been an important part of the event. The weather has not always been kind but we are looking forward to having a wonderful parade and a bright sunny day - the organisers have put in special request to the sun to get his hat on and come out to play on the day. The Parade will leave Sidney Park at 4.30pm and make its way along a four mile route to the Meridian Park Arena.
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Travel back in time with us as we celebrate the time when Britons pulled together in the name of freedom! Featuring music from the Ockbrook Big Band, Heather Marie, Natasha Harper and many more! Dancing in costume in the evening at the Memorial Hall to the hits of the 1940’s. www.cleethorpescoastlightrailway.co.uk Facebook.com/realsteamtrains @CCLRsteamtrains
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Jacqui’s Cafe - First Class
Jacqui’s Cafe is clean, modern and inviting with an experienced chef who cooks first class meals freshly made to order. The service is friendly, the atmosphere relaxed, and since it has a license for alcohol, you can enjoy a wide range of beverages. A full menu is on display and the choice is fantastic, from smaller bites to larger meals there is something for everyone, and the prices are very competitive. A new feature is the popular ice cream parlour where a wide range of flavours and combinations are available - perfect for summer.
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First of all take the time to figure out just who is likely to buy your property. Is it a city centre flat suitable for one, a starter home fit for a couple or is it a family sized home? When you have decided who is likely to buy then make your decisions about where to invest your money on that basis. Aim to add value in the areas of the house that your likely buyers will value. Remember that it’s cheaper to build space than to buy it - so if you’ve got the opportunity to convert or extend then go for it. Loft conversions are usually the quickest and cheapest way to add a bedroom and if the access
is easy and the conversion looks in keeping with the rest of the house you can easily double your money. Basement conversions are more expensive but still possible but if you’re looking for more space downstairs then you might want to consider adding a
conservatory or perhaps turning an existing garage into a usable room. If the streets in the area are crowded you may want to consider turning the garden into hard standing - off road parking always adds value! Indoors concentrate on the kitchen to start with - then the bathroom - those are two areas that people value and where a well thought out renovation can really add some wow factor. You can use large mirrors to add a sense of space and perhaps even knock down some walls (but not load bearing ones of course!) but above all make your house feel like a home - after all your prospective buyers are planning to live there so let them see what a cosy place you have made it and how happy they could be if they buy!
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Summer Study Keeps Kids Smart!
It’s the end of term. The school books are packed away and the uniforms have been consigned to the back of the cupboard. Many children are looking forward to six weeks of uninterrupted television and computer games, interspersed with family outings and holidays. However students from the Grimsby, Healing Kumon Study Centre will still be getting a daily dose of Maths or English. Kumon students will attend their weekly study sessions and complete their daily worksheets. Kumon is a carefully structured and planned method of self-learning for children of all ages and abilities. Each child works at their own pace, and takes responsibility for their own learning with the help and guidance of their instructor. Daily summer work keeps children’s brains ticking over. School may be out for the summer but learning and growing is for life. Contact Sarah Prior at the Grimsby Study Centre for more details or visit the website www.kumon.co.uk
How’s your brain fitness? You’ve probably noticed that these days the shops seem to be full of books and games which claim to offer ‘brain training’ or ‘increased brain fitness’. Some are targeted at adults, others at children but they all promise to make us and our families smarter. Sounds like a great idea of course but are they based on good science – do they match up to the claims that are made for them? The theory behind all these products is that the brain can respond to exercise in the same way that the body does. It’s not something that all researchers agree about but most agree that everyone can derive some benefit from undertaking some mentally stimulating tasks. Part of this benefit is achieved via the mechanism of neurogenesis – the creation of new neurons or brain cells, and part is the result of dendritic sprouting which is the process by which the neurons in our brain form new connections with each other.
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One of the most celebrated researchers in this area of neuroscience is the famous Dr Ryuta Kawashima, creator of the world famous Brain Training Games for the Nintendo DS. Kawashima became famous when he was offered (and refused) a salary of over ten million pounds a year by the game developers! What seems clear is that using our brains, whether for puzzles, chess or crosswords does no harm and probably does a lot of good. For children it can be particularly valuable – as can the extra stimulus and confidence offered by programmes such as Kumon. So whatever type of brain training you prefer we suggest you have fun and we’ll see you all at the rocket science convention. (And just to get you started on your way we’ve set you a little brain teaser below. Answer on Page 22)
Jane decides to go out for a short spin in her new car. She drives one mile due north and then drives back, one mile due South. If she drives the first mile at a speed of 30mph how fast does she need to drive the return journey so that she averages 60mph overall?
Healthy Self 19 It’s the most precious thing we own - we all know it but somehow we still all take it for granted. But looking after your health isn’t just about going to the doctor - it’s about diet and lifestyle and self confidence and happiness. In fact everything that we do contributes to our having a ......
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20 Accessibility Independence matters but sometimes it can be difficult Whether or Who’s the most computer savvy person in your family ?to If achieve. it’s your grandma due tograndad bereavement, illnessalready or disability sometimes it can be is difficult forofpeople then you’ve met the phenomenon that the rise the to carry on living in their own homes. Here we look at a few ways of
Making your home more user friendly
Our homes are important to us - we have spent years buying them and then decorating and furnishing them to suit our needs. They are the places where we experience joy and sorrow, a treasure trove of memories. To have to say goodbye to ones home because one can no longer cope with it’s physical demands is a hard choice to have to make. But the good news is that there may be adaptations which we can make which will enable us to live longer in our own homes, so preserving our own independence and identity. Adaptations may be relatively simple - for example if you are having trouble with the steps up to the front door the installation of a hand rail can make a world of difference. In some situations a wheelchair ramp or lift may be required. If moving around within your home is becoming a problem there are a wide range of possible responses. In many cases where it is difficult to turn from a corridor into a room in a wheelchair the problem can be fixed by rehanging or adjusting the door. In other cases doorways may need to be widened or walls removed to create necessary space.
Careful planning may be needed to make rooms more suitable for the use of those with mobility issues - and care should be taken when thinking about issues such as the suitability of floor coverings, the need for improved lighting and decluttering and the dangers of trip hazards. If the stairs are becoming a problem then a stairlift can be a godsend, as can adaptations to make the bathroom more usable. For more advice on home adaptations and on what help may be available contact your local Home Improvement Agency. HIA’s are local not for profit organisations who assist elderly people to improve, repair, maintain and adapt their homes. In our area you can contact them at North East Lincolnshire Home Improvement Agency, Origin Twp, Origin Way, Grimsby, Lincolnshire, DN37 9TZ. Tel: 01472 324 777.
Grimsby Stairlifts If you’re starting to find the stairs a bit of a challenge then a visit to Grimsby Stairlifts can increase your independence and help you adjust. Our fully qualified engineers can fit new or reconditioned lifts, straight or curved, to fit any shape of staircase. We offer a full warranty on any lift that we fit and we can carry out repairs on any make. We can arrange next day installation on straight lifts if required and we also supply public access platforms, passenger lifts and bath lifts. We are not agents but a long established family business - we started out as a husband and wife team and now our son has joined as well. Dad Terry has been in the business since 1977 and has vast experience on all makes of lifts, hoists and chair lifts. Our success has been built on our product knowledge and quality of service. So why not give us a call? Having a stairlift fitted can give you a boost of freedom, making life easier and letting you get back to doing the things that other people take for granted. For more information ring 01472 324694 or check out our advert.
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Are you a SatNav person or do you still stick with maps? If it’s maps then the chances are you’re over thirty as research suggests that most under 30’s rely heavily on digital navigators. The same research suggests that it may be the map users who have the last laugh however, because while SatNav users tend to simply get into the car and go where the machine tells them, map users are more likely to take the trouble to plan their route in advance, taking into account weather and driving conditions. Map users are also more likely to be able to navigate their way around unexpected problems which may outwit the on board computer such as suddenly arriving at the back end of a ten mile tailback. In such situations many young drivers struggle to find an alternative route using an atlas, whereas older drivers are able to change their route with ease.
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Transforms your carpet offcuts into something useful We expertly bind the edges with quality wool threads We also supply rug anti-slip products Wide choice of colours available The Grimsby Business Centre King Edward St, DN31 3JH
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Carpet Binding
Carpet Binding are experts in binding the edges of rugs and carpets with high quality wool threads. We can transform your frayed carpets and offcuts into good as new floor coverings. At Carpet Binding we also provide non-slip matting for rugs to carpet and rugs to hard floors and offer a wide range of carpet and upholstery services including cleaning, stain guarding and allergy protection. We are trading standards approved and always offer affordable prices. For a free quote call Pat on 07747 687867 or for any other enquiries ring Josie on 01472 362551 or visit us at the Business Centre in King Edward St, Grimsby.
ProServe - Building Maintenance Experts
Are you thinking about ways to increase the beauty, comfort and value of your home? Replacement windows and doors perhaps, or a conservatory? Maybe a smart new kitchen or a bathroom renovation? Whatever improvements you’re thinking about you should be thinking about getting in touch with ProServe. ProServe are experts in home maintenance and improvement including fitting PVC windows and doors, conservatories, fascias and guttering, kitchen and bathroom installation, roof repairs, painting and decorating, garden maintenance and fencing. They also undertake full property refurbishments. So whatever you need make ProServe your first port of call - because it always makes sense to speak to the experts!
DSB Damp Proofing DSB was founded in 2008 by David Stiles and Steve Burrows - who have 25 years of experience in the trade between them. They offer a specialist damp proofing service - including traditional and chemical damp proofing and are happy to give free no obligation quotations and good honest advice. They cover the whole area and have built a reputation for always carrying out work to the very highest standards that exceed expectations. Sovereign approved, they offer a personal and friendly service at affordable prices. Here’s what one of our customers had to say “Thank you both for the work you carried out at our house. You did a great job, at a price well within our budget - not only what I paid for but extras as well - damp course in three rooms, plus reskimmed all walls, new skirting boards and covings in both rooms! You were so friendly and always neat and tidy. Fully recommended!” - Mr & Mrs Newton of Grimsby.For information call Dave on 0780 6881694 or Steve on 0790 5135856
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A Day In The Life of Andy Hay of Pippin’s Fruit & Vegetables
Early starts are an essential part of the greengrocery trade – I’m up at 5am most days. I start the day by checking the phones and emails to pick up the orders that have come in during the night. Two or three times a week I go over to Hull to the fruit and veg market – it’s a lot easier now that they have moved closer to the bridge but it’s still hard work, especially in the depth of winter. The recent reduction in the bridge tolls has made a big difference to us – it’s nice to see the politicians getting their heads together for the benefit of local businesses for a change. I aim to get to the wholesalers for about 6.30 – that gives me time to grab a cup of tea when I get there – I drink it while I’m going round inspecting the day’s produce. No two days are ever alike in the fruit and veg trade and that’s especially true in this crazy wet summer that we are having – prices can go from rock bottom to sky high in a blink of an eye. This year cauliflower and broccoli have been the ones to watch – availability is low, prices are sky high and it isn’t the shopkeeper making a killing! Lots of crops have simply rotted in the ground because it is too wet to harvest them and those two have suffered worse than most. I usually stop and chat with other traders at the wholesalers for a few minutes – it’s good to get news about what’s happening in other areas – then it’s time to load up and get back to base. I’ve been in the fruit and vegetables trade for three years now – since March 2008. I used to live in Surrey where I owned a printing business until I moved North after a matrimonial dispute, headed for semi retirement. I was planning a nice quiet life – relax and enjoy myself, work as little as possible – but once you’ve spent a lifetime in business you find that you miss it when it’s gone and it wasn’t long before I was getting bored and looking for a new venture to keep myself busy. By chance I went into the greengrocers at Fiveways and while I was talking to the proprietor it became clear that he was fed up and wanted to sell up – by that afternoon the deal was done and I was the proud owner of Pippin’s! It might sound mad but it really was that quick and I found myself with a whole new business to learn my way around. In June of that year I was in the shop when a lady came in and we got chatting for a while – I thought she seemed nice and I was over the moon when she rang the shop half an hour later to ask me out. We went out and had a great time, never looked back and in August 2009 Di and I were married at Grimsby Registry Office! I can honestly say that the only arguments we’ve ever had have been about the business – and that’s because sometimes she thinks she’s right when everybody knows she’s wrong. (Sorry Di – just a joke – honest.) Now we were a team it seemed like a good time to think
Keeping busy! Andy Hay of Pippin’s pictured in his Immingham shop
about expanding the business – I had been thinking for a while that there might be scope for moving into the wholesale trade and so we set up our second branch – in Pelham Road Immingham. I had a lot of help from the eFactor people – especially Ian Haigh and Tony Parkinson and the premises were open by November 2009. Diane now runs the Fiveways shop – she works really hard and it has gone from strength to strength since she has been in charge. I usually get back to Immingham for 9am and the next few hours are spent preparing orders for our wholesale clients. This side of the business has really taken off – we supply ships on Immingham dock, care homes, golf courses, pubs, hotels and of course restaurants. What’s important for these businesses is quality, first and foremost, and reliability – they need to know that their orders will arrive in tip top condition and bang on time – otherwise it will cost them money. I’m lucky that as well as Diane at Fiveways I’ve got excellent staff Tracey at the Immingham shop and Gavin our driver. Orders and paperwork can take up the rest of my day but sometimes I’ll get out of the shop for a while, perhaps to visit one of our suppliers. We buy produce from all over Lincolnshire, going as far South as Boston and I like to get round regularly to seeing the growers. They’re having a tough time this year. Whenever possible we like to buy local but of course a lot of our stock comes in from all over the world – on any given day all the continents of the world can be represented in the shop. Some afternoons I like to get back to the Grimsby shop and spend the afternoon with Di – it’s good to spend some time together because we can both be very busy these days. It’s nice to see the regular customers at the shop as well – customers are the backbone of any successful business – my motto has always been that my first priority is customer care. I usually head for home at about 4pm but of course there are still phone calls to be made and admin to be done. In the evenings or at weekends I like to get down to the Westlands Club and watch some sport and have a few pints with my fellow club members. Diane and I enjoy going out to restaurants – we especially like to visit ones that we supply to – we always know that the food will be outstanding and it’s nice to feel that we have played a small part in that. I’m usually an early to bed kind of person – you have to be with these early starts – so I don’t spend a lot of time watching TV – there’s always something that needs doing to improve the business but at the end of the day I can sleep soundly in the knowledge that between us Di and I have made Pippin’s into a thriving little business – I’m proud of that.
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Security
Home Security
Take care when selecting replacement windows and doors According to research published this month 17 percent of homeowners have been the victims of burglary, 22 percent have been verbally abused and 13 percent have been physically abused – worrying figures we’re sure you’ll agree. And there’s no doubt that people do worry, probably more than is necessary – the same research showed that more than half of homeowners are fearful of being burgled and nearly as many do not answer the door after dark. Of course there are steps which can be taken to reduce the likelihood of burglary – we are all familiar with most of them, but the Association Of Chief Police Officers have some useful and unusual suggestions to offer – particularly on the security implications of installing new window and door units.
If you are thinking about replacing yours it’s worth having a look at their suggestions – • Try to buy doors and windows which are certified to the British Standards Enhanced Security Level – that’s PAS 24-1 for doors and BS7950 for windows. • Install 5 lever locks tested to BS3621. • Ensure that door panels are strong enough to avoid being kicked in. • Use laminated glass on ground floor windows and doors – it’s much tougher. • With sliding doors have the sliding section on the inside – and ask for anti lift blocks to be fitted. Some good advice there which we will certainly be trying to follow when we get our much needed double glazing fitted!
N-Force Security Solutions
N-Force Security Solutions offer NSI approved competitive security solutions for domestic and commercial enterprises icluding NE Lincs Council, Enterprise Agency Companies and local colleges. All installation work is carried out to the highest standard, and systems conform to Police Authority and Insurance standards. N-Force can take over competitor systems with little fuss, and do not enforce lengthy contract periods. They offer a professional, yet friendly service and a commitment to customer satisfaction. For more information please contact Steve at the Grimsby office on 01472 604609, alternatively you can also contact the Scunthorpe office on 01724 388184
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Here’s a number you should keep in your phone at all times 01472 322538. That’s the number for Bee Secure and when you need an locksmith it’s a number you’ll be glad you saved. Bee Secure offer • Fast non destructive entry • Lock changes and upgrades • All makes of safes opened and new keys supplied • UPVC patio doors and window repairs • Access control systems • Auto lockouts • Window bars, grilles and roller shutters • All fitted to British Standards
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Gardens 29 High summer in the garden - time to enjoy the fruits of your labour
hedges may need trimming regularly as the summer growth spurt gets under way in earnest. In August rambling roses are ready for cutting back and lavenders should be trimmed as their flowers fade. If the weather ever decides to warm up then a summer watering schedule will have to be implemented (preferably with rain water) throughout the hot periods - don’t forget to make arrangements with a friendly neighbour or relative to ensure that your garden gets watered while you’re off sunning yourself on your holiday. While you’re watering don’t forget to keep fishponds topped up as hot weather can result in falling oxygen levels. In the vegetable garden its a case of weeding, weeding and more weeding. Climbing plants will need gentle help to get their footings on their support and some early crops of potatoes, beetroot and salads may be ready for harvesting. You can still plant out later varieties of tomatoes, courgettes, squashes and other tender crops - at this time of year you should be okay sowing straight into the ground.
Green Fingers
At this time of year the flower garden should be looking it’s best but we can’t just rest on our laurels. To keep plants in flower for longer regular dead heading is essential and early summer flowering shrubs should be pruned and
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When it comes to making your garden look just perfect you don’t need to look any further than Garden Aid. They have over thirty years of experience in the horticultural industries and their ‘no job too small’ attitude and attention to detail means that they can offer a service that is second to none. They have an impressive range of skills too - making them the all round answer to any of your gardening problems. So whether your garden just needs a little light tidying or a complete clearance they can guarantee satisfaction - and they’ll follow up with redesign and maintenance, lawn laying and aftercare, fence , path and shed construction in fact they can cover just about any task that your garden might require - even tree surgery! It’s also reassuring to know that they have City & Guilds NPTC Certification in Herbicides/ Pesticides - so you know your in safe hands and to top all that they make a commitment to donate 10% of their fees to charitable projects in Uganda! So when your garden needs sorting out make Garden Aid your first choice - and make your garden happy.
Here is what some of Geoff’s customers have to say about his gardening services. “We have employed Geoff for many years now and we have no hesitation in highly recommending him. He is a very reliable, hard working and polite man. We have always been delighted with his work and he always checks with us from the start exactly what we want and then he works very hard to achieve this. When he has finished he clears all the rubbish away and takes it to be disposed of. The garden looks a picture. We have never been disappointed.” - Mrs M.E. - New Waltham “I have found Geoff to be friendly, hard working, reliable and prepared to tackle any task asked of him. He even moved my greenhouse.” - Mr Barich - Scartho
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Serenity Memorials
Gillian and Steve of Serenity Memorials have more than 50 years experience in assisting the bereaved. They are both qualified funeral directors and they pride themselves on providing what they feel is the best and most personal service available. They can supply new memorials, add inscriptions to or clean and renovate existing headstones, undertake safety surveys and provide consultancy services. Serenity Memorials offer no obligation quotations with accompanying layout drawings so customers can see how the memorial will look before they commit to buying it. Bespoke memorials are a speciality and nothing is too much trouble for the professional staff at Serenity. For more information about Serenity Memorials, call 01472 269696, or email enquiry@serenitymemorials.co.uk.
Ian J Dalton - Plumber
For all your plumbing needs look no further than Ian J Dalton Ltd. We have over 15 years of experience, our work is first rate and our prices are competitive - as our customers in Grimsby, Scunthorpe and Hull will testify. We also supply and fit heating systems to keep your home warm and comfortable and if you’re in the market for a bathroom refit you can count on us to meet all your needs. We can supply high quality tiling, bathroom furniture and fittings - all at excellent prices and with our 100% commitment to service guaranteed. For further information contact Ian on 01472 235096 or mobile 0772 1785130.
Sample Sped
Sample Sped Courier Services make running a business much easier! Our professionalism means that consignments arrive on time and in perfect condition. We have over 12 years experience in the field and offer a one to one service to both new and existing customers. We provide a wide range of delivery services including frozen and ambient deliveries and we offer a guaranteed next day delivery service and can arrange shipment locally, nationally or worldwide. So whether you require a courier for commercial or personal reasons please contact 01472 241410 or email samplesped@unicombox.co.uk
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