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Welcome & Contents
T
he same was said last year but where has this year gone?
So many changes to the Town Centre in Bicester this year, I believe for the best although there will be many that do not seem to think the same. I still cannot get used to seeing cars driving towards me in St John’s Street but how much better traffic flows around the area. I expect that there are many of you that have already been busy buying Christmas presents and many more that have yet to start. There are many local shopkeepers
£20 by completing and sending in your entry by email or post, the post bag grows every month with entries so don’t miss out!
and businesses that are looking for your Christmas purchases so consider them first before moving further afield as there are many local bargains to be had. Our Sudoku prize this month is a good opportunity to win yourself
Contents
Although early, we wish you all a Merry Christmas from Focus Magazine Group and a prosperous New Year.
The deadline fo advertising in yo r ur issue of Focus Bi next cest is the 4th Decem er ber
Flooring and blinds specialist
December 2013 - January 2014 Issue Number 11
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Pets
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Entertainment & Leisure
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Health, Beauty & Fitness
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Services
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Homes
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Tradespeople
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Windows & Conservatories
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Gardens
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Motors
Our Focus on local businesses
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Read our profile on local firm Carpet Trader on page 11. 1
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Bicester’ss leading Bicester ceramic tile supplier Alchester Tiles have just relocated, find out more about this local company on page 23.
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Pets
five tips to keep your chickens safe and warm this winter 1. Mind the mud – Make sure your chickens are on a clean and well
drained surface – particularly if they have fluffy feet. This will help keep away infection.
2. Keep them healthy – Vitamins are a great way of keeping your chickens healthy and ready to fight the winter elements. If your chickens are looking a bit under the weather vitamins should give them a boost. 3. Watch the water – When it’s below freezing at night time make sure
you defrost their water every morning to make sure they don’t de-hydrate.
4. Keep their hutch clean – As the days get shorter chickens will
spend longer in their house – make sure it is cleaned regularly and topped up with lots of bedding to keep them nice and warm too.
5. Drop the door – Foxes are very hungry in the winter and they won’t stop at much, the extra defence is needed. Shutting the door also keeps the cold out, chickens can only take so much, they need dry bedding to nest in and space for them to huddle together.
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Entertainment & Leisure
The Bodywork Studio offers you the chance to Experience this amazing “New Massage” for the special introductory price of £10
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For a list of available treatments and prices visit our website or call 01869 241204 (Option 3) Chesterton, Bicester, Oxfordshire OX26 1TE www.bicesterhotelgolfandspa.com/spa Terms and Conditions apply. Cannot be taken in conjunction with any other offer or membership discount. Limited to one offer per person and subject to availability.
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Entertainment & Leisure
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New Year’s Eve
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£75.00 per person
4-course dinner with coffee and live band
Accommodation rates £55 per person bed and brunch (based on two people sharing a double or twin bedded room)
Package price for two adults attending Gala Dinner and sharing a twin or double bedded room £260.00 Includes New Year’s Day Brunch (served between 9am - 1pm)
For further information or to make a booking call 01869 241204 or email us your enquiry to events@bicesterhgs.com
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Entertainment & Leisure
Northamptonshire’s hidden shopping gem Heart of the Shires Shopping Village is more than a shopping experience. With a wealth of shops to appeal to everyone and it’s very own relaxing atmosphere, where better to head to than this former Victorian Farmyard.
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Entertainment & Leisure
Christmas ideas at Heart of the Shires
A
s we enter into the Christmas period, what better place to head to than the Heart of the Shires Shopping Village. Here you will find a huge variety of outlets to entice and you’ll be sure to find the presents for all the family and friends you need. Why not also take the opportunity to pick up everything you’ll need for a superb Christmas dinner table and the odd treat or two for yourself too (it would be rude not to eh?). Once you are “shopped-out” take time to recover with a well earned cuppa at Darlington’s before you leave.
kinds) you’ll have the chance to design your own collar and watch as it is made for you. Other events during December include Towcester Choral Society on the 7th, Brackley Morris Men on the 15th and the Dave Barry Band on the 22nd December. Have a successful shopping trip to the Heart of the Shires Shopping Village ... Northamptonshire’s hidden shopping gem. You’ll not be disappointed and it makes a superb day out.
There is a date for your pet’s diary on Saturday 7th December for a Christmas Party. As well as festive treats (human and doggy
For further information visit www.heartoftheshires.co.uk Why not like the Heart of the Shires Shopping Village on facebook to keep up to date with offers and articles from the shops?
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Services
Carpet Trader launch new showroom and services
C
arpet trader has now relocated to newly refurbished showrooms, just a few metres from its previous premises, due to further expansion, in Granville Way, Bicester.
Derek Holland, owner for over 20 years of this family run independent business, invites you to visit them and his friendly experienced team at the new Carpet, Flooring, Karndean Design Studio and Blind Manufacturing Centre where thousands of samples are available to take home as required. Why not take advantage of their free quotation and measuring service?
All of their Carpet, Flooring and Blind installations are carried out by Carpet Traderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own employed master fitters whose reputation precedes them as the best in the business. Carpet Trader does not use sub-contractors. In addition to this excellent installation service, they provide professional services to uplift and dispose of old carpets and ďŹ&#x201A;ooring, ease doors and they will even hoover your new quality carpet. Carpet Trader, unlike other stores and suppliers, understand their customers by providing a professional first class service from start to finish, of their valued order.
Visit the Bicester showroom, which is open 7 days a week, or for more information or to have your questions answered call 01869 321777 or check out their website: www.carpet-trader-bicester.co.uk
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Services
Putting the spotlight on business success
Honouring the businesses within the Cherwell district. Categories Small business Export business
Customer care
Established business
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To apply visit www.cherwellbusinessawards.co.uk Deadline for entry: 31 January 2014 For more information contact Karen Matthews, Telephone: 01295 221855, Email: karen@cherwellbusinessawards.co.uk or Michelle Lewis, Telephone: 01295 817642, Email: michelle@cherwellbusinessawards.co.uk
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Services
The search is on for the best businesses in North Oxfordshire
H
aving been a phenomenal success in previous years, the original Cherwell Business Awards have now launched their search for the best businesses in North Oxfordshire and thus their 2014 finalists.
•O ne of last year’s award recipients.
Nominations are being accepted in a range of categories with the finalists to be announced in March 2014. The three short-listed finalists in each category will be automatically submitted to the prestigious 2014 Oxfordshire Business Awards taking place in June 2014. There are nine categories that businesses can either be nominated, or self nominate for, plus an overall winner. The timetable for the awards is as follows: • Entries can be submitted from 21st October 2013, the shut off date for receipt is January 31st 2014. • In February 2014 all applications will be assessed and judged, with finalists announced in March 2014.
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•W inners will be announced at the Gala dinner and awards ceremony in May 2014. The creation and launch of a bespoke web site in 2013, which can be found at: www.cherwellbusinessawards.co.uk has provided a one stop location where you will find full details of the award categories, entry forms and more information about the sponsors as well. Alternatively you can contact Karen Matthews, Telephone 01295 221855, email: karen@cherwellbusinessawards.co.uk or Michelle Lewis, Telephone: 01295 817642, email: michelle@cherwellbusinessawards.co.uk.
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Services
Have you ever considered who will look after your affairs if you are unable to?
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he legal position is, unfortunately, quite complicated. In order for, say, your bank to take instructions from somebody else you will need to appoint an attorney to act on your behalf. An attorney must act according to strict statutory guidance, and is obliged to act in your best interests at all times.
Our friendly, experienced solicitors provide cost effective legal services Competitive Fixed Fees for Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
The best method of appointing somebody to act on your behalf is to grant authority under a ‘Lasting Power of Attorney’ (LPA), which will not be revoked in the event that you lose mental capacity. It must be registered with the court and you are able to give guidance and instructions to your attorney within the document itself.
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Services
as your Deputy. This is a more costly and uncertain procedure, and is usually no help in a situation that requires immediate action. You can appoint an attorney in respect of your health and welfare as well as your finances, providing guidance as to the type of treatment you would like. We charge £300.00 plus VAT to draft and register a Lasting Power of Attorney, and there is a court fee of £130.
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Pertemps are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds. Services
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Homes
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Homes “finest quality individual soft furnishings for your home”
We offer beautiful hand-made curtains, blinds, loose covers and general soft furnishings. Select your bespoke look from our large range of fabric pattern and blind books.
Complete the theme from our selection of poles, tracks and complementary wallpapers.
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Unit 8, Green Farm, Fritwell, OX27 7QU (showroom visits by appointment only)
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Homes
The best seat in the house
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awrence Furnishings, a family business, is proud to be celebrating 35 years of trading. The showroom displays an array of handmade sofas and chairs together with hand-stitched window dressings and their fabric and wallpaper library exhibits many of the latest collections. The company specialises in antique and modern re-upholstery nowadays referred to as â&#x20AC;&#x153;upcyclingâ&#x20AC;?. Endearingly known as their â&#x20AC;&#x153;furniture hospitalâ&#x20AC;? each item is fully stripped and restored using only traditional upholstery methods and sundries. Window dressings
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Christmas Cracker of a Quiz Where does the Royal Family traditionally celebrate Christmas? 1. 2. 3. 4.
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Alchester Tiles opens new showroom
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Berrywood Security for all your security needs
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f you are looking for a professional company, to suit all your security needs, look no further! With 28 years in the industry, Berrywood Security Systems are able to offer an expert service to all, whether it’s a small domestic property or large commercial premises. Based in Milton Keynes and Northampton, Berrywood Security are very central and offer their services all over the country. With an already outstanding reputation, Berrywood Security are still keen to keep
both new and existing customers happy and are available on-call 24 hours, 7 days a week. Berrywood specialise in saving people money on existing contracts. They have a number of high-profile clients including Bletchley Park, Biffa Waste Services, Budgens, Nisa and Subway. With their wealth of experience Berrywood should be your first call for security. Whether Installing new systems, or maintenance and support for existing systems.
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All Roofs, Gutters and Chimneys House Maintenance Repointing Internal & External Decorations Patios Decking Fencing
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