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02920 702512 The Fig Tree Restaurant on Penarth Esplanade Our reviews are getting better and better Come and see for yourself Now featuring work by local artists
Mel Burgum & Angelina Hall Look out for our special events including a return visit by David Tomlinson, Champagne tasting, gourmet dinner with Michelin Star Chef Hywel Jones and an evening of outstanding Indianinfluenced dishes by Chef of the Year 2010 & Roux Scholarship winner 2009 Hirishki Desari “The elevated seafront location means the views are some of the best in the Vale and whatever the weather you can take in uninterrupted views across the Bristol channel whilst enjoying a meal, or just your favourite tipple from a selection of drinks including locally brewed Ales…” Buzz Magazine
Customer Reviews Here are some of our most recent customer reviews: “While visiting Penarth recently with my wife I wanted to find a special restaurant to celebrate her birthday. Luckily we choose to go to The Fig Tree with friends and what a wonderful night it was. The setting is ideal with views overlooking the seafront. The staff were very helpful, polite and the food was well cooked, well presented and tasted delicious. If you are looking for that little bit extra for a special evening I can recommend The Fig Tree.” “A great location on the seafront and well refurbished premises make this a real experience. Roast beef was really good, the melt in your mouth type and we thought it was really good until we had the Apple and Pear crumble. Well, it was magnificent, a real twist on the theme with plenty of fruit and going easy on the crumble served with proper custard.”
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Looking for stylish, well tailored and individual clothes and accessories that fit both your body and your personality in a shop that also gives you a warm welcome and personal service? Ginger’s is a one-stop shop for women with a young-at-heart outlook to all things fashion.
a shop in itself: there is jewellery, bags, scarves and gloves to finish off any outfit, with names such as Mint, Dante and Isle of Bute. A familiar face in Penarth through her previous businesses, community work and fund-raising fashion shows for charity, Cathy is combining two shops into one in February when her special occasion outlet Belle Boutique opens within Ginger’s. A new website is also currently being designed. “We’ll have everything under one roof, all the daywear plus the evening and more glamorous outfits in their own room,” says Cathy. Ginger’s owner for the past two years, Cathy Evans, has a refreshing approach to her Washington Buildings shop and her customers. “We have about 15 different labels so there’s something for everyone, whatever their age and size and how fashion conscious they are,” says Cathy. “As well as carrying a broad range of favourite brands such as Poppy and Emreco I have introduced Fair Trade labels Adini, Zele and Earth Collection which use organic cottons and fabrics and have lovely individual styles. Customers often tell me that they come here and find something they like straight away after searching Cardiff stores and leaving empty handed.”
Belle Boutique will stock Tina Taylor, Sahara, Zele, Steilman, Pomodoro, Ana Capri and Chianti. “I’m passionate about what I do. Ginger’s is a casual and welcoming place to shop – we take the time to chat and we don’t pressurise customers into buying. There’s even a ‘man’s chair’ for partners to relax on. “We want people to feel comfortable. We give them time to make up their minds and choose what they will be happy with. We’ll go the extra mile.”
Ginger’s is also well known for its wonderful range of accessories, almost
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02921 250221 Where health and beauty come together At Skin Studio Natalie and Marijanna Price and their team understand that the important thing in life is not the ‘maintenance’ but the living, so they make the appointments, booking and treatments as easy as possible and – most important – the cheapest in town. Some fabulous weekly offers to take care of the beauty basics are ongoing throughout the year to keep you looking and feeling great.
Wednesday - Seniors Day Choose from one of the following packages and pay just £25 when booked on a Wednesday. 1) Cleansing facial, facial massage and relaxing head massage Cleanse away dirt and condition the skin with a cleansing facial, exfoliation and mask. Relax while the therapist releases tension in the head with a scalp massage using Moroccan oil to condition the hair. 2) Foot soak and file and polish Relax in our back massage chairs while soaking your feet in a spa pool. Let the therapist smooth the skin and massage the feet and legs, soothing away any tension in the muscles. Then choose from a wide range colours to perfect the nails and brighten your day. 3) Perfect brows, perfect nails All the beauty basics. Have your nails polished for an instant pick-me-up. Let the therapist shape your eyebrows to suit your face and if needed add a slight tint to cover any grey or fair hairs to create the perfect eyebrow. If needed add a lip and chin wax to clear any unwanted hair.
£10 weekenders Keep the cost of the beauty basics low and spend your money on the important things in life: the weekend! 1) Thursday Tan day Just £10 for a luscious tan that will last the week. Feel good about yourself, look more toned and add a little glamour to your weekend. Whatever your age it’s important to keep the glow all year round and now for just £10 there is really no excuse not to have a safe, year-long tan.
3) Saturday polish, wax and go For just £10 get the fingertips perfect with the colour of your choice then beautify your eyebrows with a reshape or tidy. 4) Sunday – all waxing half price From head to toe be hair-free and save money at the same time. From brows to toes, backs to bikinis, get your waxing done at half price on a Sunday at Skin Studio.
2) Friday luscious lashes Flutter and flirt your way through the weekend with these 7-day false lashes for £10. Whether you want an extreme lash or a natural enhancement, Skin Studio can create the perfect look.
Call Natalie or Marijanna to make an appointment.
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0500 212224 From planning and manufacturing to the completed build, Securahome does it all! As a manufacturer Securahome can ensure that every single one of its components conforms to its high quality control standards. The company has been trading for more than 16 years and all frames and roofs are built at its factory in South Wales. Securahome is Wales’ premier conservatory, door and window manufacturer Securahome offers bespoke designs to suit all homes and tastes. Whatever the size and shape of your conservatory it will have the same high quality design and construction as all Securahome products. Choose to make an entrance Securahome manufactures a wide variety of doors to suit most tastes and budgets, from traditional high security back doors, designer crystal and stain glass front doors, to our fabulous high quality Composite door range. All our doors use state of the art locking systems from Yale and are totally reinforced, we offer options of using a low threshold system for easy access for disabled people as well as a wide range of extras such as a turn key thumb screw and safety chains. Securahome manufactures and installs high quality patio doors, from the traditional two-pane slider to our panoramic four-pane double sliding option. Our popular French window system is ideal for creating an impressive entrance into the garden. It’s traditional in style and looks but also in keeping with our SecurateK window range. All our door ranges use the latest in advanced security locking, they are fully reinforced and all glazing panels are toughened with thermal glass.
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A clear view The very latest in style and comfort, SecurateK 400© also features cutting edge security technology from the finest locksmiths such as Yale and Securastyle, to provide the ultimate protection for your home and family. Over the last year extensive research was carried out by independent design teams, with the task of finding out what improvements to PVCu windows and doors the public most wanted to see – the results were unanimous! A very high proportion of the public questioned wanted to see a window system with greater security, higher thermal values and more stylish in appearance. Securahome took these points further with its
“We are proud of being a family business and we employ more than 30 staff including experienced builders and joiners and our own in-house planning surveyors. Because we make conservatories to a high standard we don’t need to use high pressure sales techniques – we let our quality products and service sell themselves.”
SecurateK 400© system, using the fabulous Veka 70mm frame and adding locking systems in austenitic stainless steel, from both the market leaders, Securastyle and Yale. We then glazed the windows using the new revolutionary Top N thermal glass, creating one of the most secure and thermally efficient systems on the market today. Demand has been growing to replace existing PVCu windows for a higher quality system; the new SecurateK 400© not only lives up to customer expectations but also is designed to facilitate all the latest Part L and Part M building regulations under the FENSA scheme.
Appreciation of the added benefit of having more natural light in the home has seen a boom in conservatories and replacement windows and doors. Although the choice of companies to carry out the project might seem endless, there is only a handful of true specialist companies like Securahome. The company specialises in manufacturing and installing conservatory frames, roofs, windows and doors to customers who expect a quality finish. A mark of their insistence on providing quality, Securahome has recently been awarded both the Regional Fabricator and the Installer Of The Year Awards.
Bespoke design to suit all We can design, manufacture and install any type of conservatory or extension to suit every taste, style and space, utilising only the best materials possible. So whether it’s a games room, a room to dine in or just an area to enjoy your garden, you can trust Securahome to deliver your dream! Whatever design you have in mind, from an ultra-modern grand design to the traditional, Securahome can build it. They are dream makers transforming desires into PVCu and brick and in a range of colours and shapes. It’s all designed for you free using the latest 3D design technology and warranted for 10 years.
Securahome has begun work on its latest showroom revamp. Part of their impressive show centre, which is due to be opened shortly, has been sectioned off to allow construction of a new style of room, designer in concept, with stunning 21st century looks.
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02920 702622 For all your property needs, call David Baker & Company.
The buying and selling of property involves the largest financial transactions that most people ever make, and whether it’s a family home or an investment property, the right advice and good customer service make all the difference to a smooth purchase or sale. Penarth Estate Agent David Baker & Company has been offering a quality professional and caring personal service in all matters of the property market since it opened in 1969. The business is not part of a large chain of estate agents. “By remaining totally independent we have always been able to meet the demands of a rapidly changing market place,” says David. “Our local knowledge is also second to none, as we specialise in Penarth and the surrounding area. “Our fees have always been, and will continue to be, competitive.” Ideally located and with convenient parking, David Baker and his team have earned a reputation for being ‘large enough to cope but small enough to care”, and always aim to give customers a personal service. Properties that are on the market with David Baker & Company are prominently exhibited in a large window display and advertised on a
regular basis in the local and national press. We are also members of Rightmove and Zoopla, which are multi-listing organisations with unrivalled nationwide coverage. At the UK’s largest property website, www.rightmove.co.uk, customers can browse properties 24/7. “Penarth has such a lot to offer with a fantastic range of properties for all ages from grand 19th century properties to modern apartments and houses plus excellent primary and secondary schools, shopping and access to motorway links of South Wales. It’s no wonder that it’s a sought after place to live,” says David.
David Baker offers the following full range of professional services: • Valuations • Competitive fees • Friendly independent service • Free valuation with no obligation • No sale, no fee • Accompanied viewings
Sully Road, Penarth £1,200,000 An almost unique and rather special Detached Residence set in the countryside in approximately 4.8 acres with stabling for five horses with grazing land, tack room and storage, tennis court, heated in-door swimming pool and attractively laid out grounds with a south westerly aspect.
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Twenty-eight years of building quality loft conversions and home extensions takes a concrete form for Penarth builder ABC. The company won the Vale of Glamorgan’s Building Quality Award for Excellence, and won the Federation of Master Builders of Wales award in November 2010. “We’ll be in London on March 11th up against the rest of the country for a UK award,” says ABC proprietor Alan Grant. Advanced Building Contractors, to give the company its full name, was established in 1988. Originally a professional shipwright/ boat builder, Alan decided to train as a carpenter and joiner and is always a handson operator on his customers’ homes. “ABC specialises mainly in loft conversions and extensions but we also do kitchen and bathroom renovations. I have a skilled workforce including carpenters, plasters, plumbers and electricians so I can ensure that every area of the job is done to the highest standard of workmanship, customer service and quality,” says Alan. “Being a carpenter I’m on the tools myself, and I work on the premises until the job’s finished. We stay on site throughout – and we’re there when we say we’ll be there!” As well as working on ABC’s awardwinning building projects, Alan has been lending his expertise to a home renovation TV show called ‘If It’s Not Broke, Don’t Fix It’ featuring Big Brother’s Craig Phillips,
to be aired in March, advising the show’s producers on various health and safety and structural issues.
lots of ‘green’ features – hence the ICB solar panels and other specialist fittings. It’s an exciting growth area to be involved with,” says Alan.
The future is solar Another new direction for ABC is as the agent of ICB solar panels. “ICB is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of roofing products and systems offering green, sustainable options for all buildings. They are MCS accredited and their products include the latest innovation in photovoltaic solar panel roofing tiles systems, Evalon®Solar,” says Alan. Ideal for a changeable climate like Wales’s, Evalon®Solar does not need direct sunlight. Instead, it works with diffused light. “ICB approached me after hearing about one of our awards and I jumped at the chance to get involved with them. A major new TV studio is to be built in Cardiff Bay for production of shows such as Dr Who and Torchwood, and it is designed to have
For a free, friendly consultation and advice about any loft conversion, extension or renovation give Alan at ABC a call.
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02920 712100 Welcome to our new website! After months of planning and development, in tandem with web design specialists, Core Web Design, Penarth Arts & Crafts Ltd (PACL) is pleased to announce the re-launch of the Penarth Pavilion project website, www.penarthpavilion.co.uk. Not only does it look better, it is better! The new website is designed to deliver timely, well-organized and relevant information to our diverse user base. This means more news, events, features, and easier ways for you to keep up with what’s going on with the Pavilion project. The website will also allow greater interaction with users, with an updated comment section and social media links. Spearheading the redesign effort is Penarth-based, Core Web Design. Core is recognised as a leader in web design and development, and works with a range of clients both in Wales and abroad. Core specialises in delivering great-looking, functional, future-proof and accessible web sites together with highly reliable hosting and domain management services. Check them out at: www.core-webdesign.co.uk In the next weeks and months, more improvements will be implemented, including stories, photographs, audio and video material. We invite you to come back often to check out the latest developments!
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Final application for £1.6 million to HLF to be submitted in Febuary Final application for £1.6 million to HLF to be submitted in February Final application for £1.6 million is due for submission in mid February with results known in May. Stay tuned for more as this process unfolds!
Solid response at public consultations
Dr Helen Phillips. Said Mrs Knight, “We were pleased to see the people of South Wales engaging in the project and offering comments. The Pavilion is for everyone and we want everyone to feel a part of it.”
February’s public consultations on the final plans for the restoration of the Pavilion were a solid success. Traffic was steady throughout the day as members of the public got a chance to view final plans and visit with members of the Pavilion project team, including representatives from architectural firm Purcell Miller Triton, and PACL trustee and architect Brian Alcock. They were joined by Project Director Maggie Knight, and various PACL Trustees including Chairwoman Jill Penn, Robert Lloyd Griffiths, Director Wales, Institute of Directors, Trudy McBride, who heads up the Pavilion Community Fundraising Group, and
Final plans for the restoration and renovation of the Penarth Pavilion are still on display at the Washington Gallery, but won’t be for long. Come have a look for yourself! You will be able to see detailed plans, business and operational reports, and drawings. Ask questions and leave feedback, or find out more about how you can be a part of it!
3 Washington Buildings, Stanwell Rd, Penarth CF64 2AD w: www.penarthpavilion.co.uk e: contact@penarthpavilion.co.uk
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quality cars and a professional service Montys Penarth on Windsor Road is a familiar sight in the area – this family-run business has been selling and servicing cars for more than 50 years. “We offer a range of new and quality used cars at very affordable prices,” says sales manager Tristan Smith. “If you are after fantastic savings on your first car or looking to upgrade, you can be sure that you will find competitive prices and the best service in Penarth. We service all makes of cars but we specialise in new and used Land Rover and MG Rovers.” The Montys workshop is fully equipped with all the electronic diagnostic gear for MG and Rover. “Today’s cars and 4WDs have sophisticated electronics systems so it is important to have the right equipment to identify and fix faults,” says Tristan. “Specialising in Land Rover and MG we know these vehicles inside out, so you can be sure of a good service. We also have a parts ordering service, and our website has details of the current cars in the yard,” says Tristan. Car services for all makes and models are available from £99 including VAT, and if your car or 4WD needs a little TLC Montys offers a valeting service from £29.99.
“We are open seven days a week, so why not call in.”
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Ask ener-chi The team at ener-chi are happy to receive questions on all aspects of natural health care, nutrition, herbal remedies and complimentary therapies. Email your questions to info@ener-chi.co.uk and you will receive a personal reply and could be featured in the next Penarth View, anonymously if you wish.
Sleep and well-being Dear ener-chi I wonder if you could recommend a natural remedy to help me sleep. I am fit and healthy but my mind is so active lately I just can’t switch off. Also, my daughter has exams coming soon and I wondered if there was anything that would help her to keep calm and focused. Sue, Penarth
Hi Sue I’m sorry to hear that you are having difficulty sleeping. Some slumber solutions are to avoid stimulating caffeine in drinks such as coffee and tea (try herbal ones instead). Make your bedroom a restful haven – no TV. Try to avoid eating late as it keeps your digestive system busy and stops you relaxing. Make a list of anything that is on your mind and put it away until morning. Have a warm bath with eight drops of lavender essential oil or put some lavender oil on a tissue under your pillow – it really does work.
To help your daughter focus her mind essential oil of basil is brilliant. The aromatherapy company Tisserand makes a roller ball called Clear Head – you rub it on to pulse points for instant brain stimulation. Good luck.
There are many helpful herbal preparations, including Avena Sativa, valerian, hops and sage. All these herbs are available from ener-chi and other health stores.
Valerian - Traditionally used to reduce muscle spasms, it has a sedating effect on mind and body and is often combined with hops.
02920 705111 Top styling for today Training with the best people in the worlds of hairdressing, styling and colouring keeps Carol Evans and her team at unisex hairdressing salon Jag Hair at the top of their game, and they have many loyal customers to prove it. Offering a full range of professional male and female hair styling services, from very traditional hair cutting and styling to more modern takes on hairdressing and colour, Jag Hair’s Glebe Street salon is fitted out to the most modern of standards. “All our staff are professionally qualified and have a wealth of experience in the styling business,” says Carol. “We are constantly seeking new and innovative ideas to pass on to clients, so we all have a continuous programme of training. “We’re fortunate that most of the top trainers come to Cardiff these days so it’s convenient for us to attend their courses.”
The Jag Hair team have attended training sessions with a host of well known names, such as Patrick Cameron for ‘hair-up’ styles, world champion Errol Douglas, celebrity stylist Lee Stafford and Terry Longden (Sharon Osbourne’s nephew) for colour. Most of the training happens locally but Carol has also attended seminars with Tony and Guy in London. “It’s great to be able to offer all the most up to date looks and techniques to our clients. We try to give all our customers a welcoming and enjoyable experience as well as great hair – they have given us so much support and we wouldn’t be here without them!” says Carol. Friendly and skilled staff, comfortable chairs, modern equipment and a full range of Matrix and TiGi products and colours are all part of the Jag Hair service. For special occasion hair-dos such as for a wedding or a party clients can have a trial appointment to ensure they get a style that works for them.
Jag Hair is open six days, with discounts for pensioners on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, plus late opening on Thursdays. “If you need an appointment outside of our normal hours of business then please contact us, we are able to accommodate most requests,” says Carol.
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Last year, Penarth’s lifeboats launched 59 times and rescued 95 people. The 40-strong team of volunteers give their own time and commitment to help save lives at sea, writes Penarth lifeboat press officer Claire Kingston. Penarth RNLI lifeboat station is one of 230 around the coast of the UK and Ireland. Independent of the Coastguard and government, the RNLI – Royal National Lifeboat Institution – relies completely on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Covering part of the Bristol Channel, Penarth operates two inshore lifeboats: the Atlantic 85, and a smaller D class boat; in 2009, the crew had its busiest year ever and launched 65 times, rescuing 85 people.
RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea
Crewed entirely by volunteers, all of whom live or work locally, the Penarth Lifeboat team also hold down ‘day jobs’ from a hugely diverse range of professions, giving their time and commitment to save lives at sea. Volunteers perform a variety of roles, from the operational, seagoing crew who comprise helms and crew members, tractor drivers who tow the boat in and out of the water, Deputy Launching Authorities who give the boat permission to launch and direct the crew, mechanics who ensure that the equipment is in tiptop condition, fundraisers who work tirelessly to encourage donations to the charity, and a management team including training staff, education and sea safety staff, publicity staff, financial officers and medical advisors. Due to its position on the Esplanade, at the heart of the community, Penarth RNLI has been lucky enough to receive generous donations from a variety of local sources. For example, one Penarth resident reached her 90th birthday and asked friends and relatives to give money – £600 in total – to Penarth RNLI in place of cards and presents. Local businesses such as the Hilton Hotel, Cardiff Waterside, Wilmott Dixon and HMS 69 have specifically chosen to raise funds for the RNLI. These donations enable the crew to continue to receive the very best equipment and training so they are able to save lives at sea. The equipment includes the brand new, state of the art Atlantic 85 – the most advanced inshore lifeboat ever produced by the RNLI – which was donated in 2010 to Penarth lifeboat station by the Maureen Lilian Charitable Trust. “It was a busy year for the Penarth RNLI and once again the seagoing crew and shore helpers have provided first class service and
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have proved their commitment and dedication to helping save lives at sea,” says Philip Lay, lifeboat operations manager for Penarth, reviewing 2010. “Every time the boat is launched crew members stop what they’re doing and give up their own time to rush to the lifeboat station as quickly as possible. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a relatively simple job, such as towing a broken down boat back to safety, or a life-threatening situation such as rescuing people from a capsized boat – the crew treat each one in a professional, efficient way. “I’m convinced that the number of call-outs in the Penarth area has been lessened by the excellent preventive work of our Penarth Sea Safety team who, over the past year, have been out and about talking about safety issues with the local boating community.”
Free advice on staying safe The Sea Safety team –Penarth RNLI’s deputy launching authority Laurie Pavlin, along with Penarth sailing experts Colin Lyons and Paul Stewart-Davies – attend Penarth Marina, discussing safety and providing tips and guidance on emergency procedures, and the maintenance of safety equipment. “Every year our lifeboats respond to thousands of incidents, many of which could have been prevented with simple safety precautions,” says Laurie. “We provide free, friendly, face to face, practical advice that takes place on board our customers’ boats. We look at safety equipment, radios, flares, life rafts, and also point boat users in the direction of relevant training courses and other services.”
In July the team provided a life jacket clinic at Penarth Marina during which more than 40 people brought their life jackets for a free safety check and service. “As a charity, we rely completely on donations to keep our crew highly trained, and our equipment second to none, which is why we are so grateful for all the fundraising that the people of Penarth have done for us,” says Philip.
For more information on the RNLI visit
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Cor Cleaning Make a sparkling as-new oven part of your spring clean this year – and let Cor Cleaning do the hard work! Cor Cleaning will provide a professional domestic bio-degradable, non-caustic oven cleaning and valeting service which will leave your cooker in near showroom condition. “We use specially built oven cleaning tanks which remove all traces of carbon from removable parts of the oven,” says Cor Cleaning’s Graham Linnard. “Other cleaners claim to offer a bio-degradable, non-caustic service but still use caustic chemicals in their dip tanks. You can be assured that our service is 100% safe: no fumes, no odours and no harmful chemicals. “We ensure our work is carried out with minimal disturbance and what’s more, our eco-friendly oven cleaning means your appliances and oven are completely safe to use as soon as we’ve finished,” says Graham. Cor Cleaning is a professional cleaning company with a team of highly trained professionals who specialise in providing
exceptional oven, carpet and superior upholstery cleaning, window washing and pressure washing. Cor Cleaning carry out work for both the domestic and commercial markets and provide an expert and professional service. No job is too big or too small. Commercial clients range from public houses, nursing homes and offices to shops. “Quality of service is everything” with Cor Cleaning. “We will clean your carpets, curtains, windows and hard working ovens so they look like new again,” says Graham.
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Keeping You Switched On For all your domestic and commercial electrical needs, Sonik Electrical’s electricians are at your service in Cardiff and the surrounding areas. Domestic and commercial work
Proprietor Nik Bhayani set up the Canton-based business three and half years ago. “We pride ourselves on our high quality expert professional service, competitive prices and reliability,” he says.
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“We specialise in a mixture of commercial and domestic electrical work, which ranges from inspection and testing, small jobs such as installing additional power sockets and lighting, to full rewires. We are just as happy to take on the small jobs as we are to take on the larger jobs,” says Nik. “For renovations and house builds customers can call us direct or we can work with your builder on all the electrical requirements for a project. We do our best to fit in with clients’ needs to provide a quality service, anywhere from Newport to Bridgend.” With the increasing availability of modern IT and communications Nik is seeing a growing demand for such technology to be applied at home.
“Don’t settle for an amateur when it comes to your electrics in the Cardiff area. Whatever the size of the job, we approach every electrical job and customer with total respect and integrity. Choose Sonik Electrical and you’ll find peace of mind in the service offered.”
02920 239823
Friendly, local & reliable service Home automation systems Additional lights / sockets Full and part rewires Shower installations New consumer units (fuse boxes)
“More and more people want automated systems so they can control their homes at the touch of a button. I can install a fully automated system with a remote control and touch panels on every wall –control of the lighting and heating at your fingertips,” he says.
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a1 diagnostics & ecu repairs
02920 220380 quality care for your car
Bosch Car Service garages provide specialist vehicle maintenance, repairs and dealer level diagnostics for all makes of vehicles. They guarantee a first class service at an affordable price. The technicians at A1-Diagnostics & ECU Repairs are trained on the latest technologies and have the most upto-date diagnostic equipment to repair, code, retrofit and diagnose faults in all late model cars as quickly and accurately as possible. Any parts that need to be replaced will be of the same quality as those that were originally fitted on your vehicle. Richard Patel heads the team of highly trained specialists in BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Smart, Audi, VW, Renault, Citroen, Peugeot, Land Rover, Porsche, SAAB, Vauxhall, Honda, Toyota, Mazda, Lexus and Volvo vehicles. “At A1-Diagnostics & ECU repairs we believe in the culture of a quality service and we ensure this by investing in high quality professionals and specialist training,” says Richard. “Having access to dealer level expertise and diagnostic equipment we are confident that we can provide excellent dealer level service at an independent garage price.”
A1-Diagnostics & ECU Repairs works to an OFT-Approved Consumer Code of Practice. This commitment to customer care gives you peace of mind in knowing that you are going to be given not only the best technical service, but also the best customer service.
Buy better: Make sure you look for the OFT-Approved code logo
The OFT-Approved code logo means that the business is operating under a trade body that has an approved code of practice – providing you with high standards of customer service and ensuring your rights as a consumer are better protected. A1-Diagnostics & ECU Repairs was established in 2007 and is a part of the Major Styles Ltd family. Starting out in repairs of electrical items such as ABS control units, pumps, airbag control units, ECU repairs, immobiliser problems, key coding and diagnostics, A1-Diagnostics became a successful and reputable business. “We have a vast amount of knowledge on today’s complex electrics in all makes of cars and we look to stay ahead of our game at all times,” says Richard. “All diagnostic equipment used is of OE (original equipment) standard. As well as our personal customers we offer our services to many other local body shops, garages and dealerships, who will provide references of our workmanship if required. “All our prices are competitive and we will be the cheapest and most reliable diagnostic company you will use.”
64 Sloper Road, Leckwith, Cardiff CF11 8AB sales@a1-diagnostics.com
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The award-winning Vegetarian Food Studio brings you a fantastic range of vegetarian and vegan Asian dishes at even more fantastic prices! Head chef and owner Neil Patel, father Jim and his team bring you the authentic taste of India using fresh vegetables, herbs and spices to create dishes that are not only unique but also truly delicious. Enjoyed either eating in or as takeaway, the food is 100% pure vegetarian and contains no fish or eggs, and most dishes are also suitable for vegans. Diabetics and those with other special dietary requirements can also be catered for. Located on Penarth Road, a short walk away from the city centre, is the friendly, family-run restaurant. The business started in late 2003 and since then has attracted many customers from the local Indian community and from further afield, people seeking their first taste of authentic vegetarian and vegan foods from Asia. “The inspiration behind this business is our religion, which forbids us to eat fish, eggs and meat. The recipes are based on traditional Indian cooking,” says Neil. “Customers are often surprised at the variety of our dishes and the care we take to cater for those with allergies.”
The Vegetarian Food Studio has gained national recognition for its pure and authentic vegetarian menu. Numerous awards include Approved by the Vegetarian Society (2009) and listed in Observer Food Monthly Awards in 2009, 2008 and 2007. You can enjoy the Vegetarian Food Studio experience several ways: in the restaurant, with takeaway, by home delivery or in a unique catering service for events of all kinds: meetings, weddings and other celebrations and functions. There is also a huge range of freshly made traditional Indian sweets to sample. “We are a family business and this is a restaurant where families can come and enjoy good food at reasonable prices and will always remain so,” says Neil. “I want people from all backgrounds to sample the different and authentic traditional Indian and Asian-inspired vegetarian and vegan cuisine we offer.”
Student tiffin, home delivered The tiffin is an authentic homecooked pure Indian vegetarian meal. The Vegetarian Food Studio tiffin is an entire meal comprising six items that are delivered your door (all halls of residences and student homes within the Cardiff area) for an unbelievable price of £3.50. If you buy multiple tiffins in advance you can get it even cheaper! You must be able to produce a valid NUS or University identification card to confirm your student status. The curries in a tiffin change every day and week so you will never get tired of the same meal. Along with the two main dishes you also get four chapatis, plain rice, daal and a soft drink. Deliveries between 5pm and 9pm, Tuesday to Sunday. Register on the website and you will be able to manage your tiffin orders online.
Now you can bring your own alcohol!* Booking is essential *£1 corkage charge per person.
109 Penarth Road, Cardiff, CF11 6JT www.vegetarianfoodstudio.co.uk
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The Business Column... Damian Evans is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and a Director of iC accountancy in Penarth. Pose your business queries to the iC team at: mail@intcap.co.uk Damian Evans Director, iC accountancy
New shoots of hope this Spring
It’s been a rather unsettling year for those in business - and some would say there are more economic challenges ahead. However, I’m taking a more optimistic view, bolstered by a few shoots of hope that have sprung up earlier this year. According to Reed, the UK’s largest recruitment website, private sector job vacancies rose steeply in January 2011 – an encouraging sign that confidence is growing, and as we await the full effects of imminent public sector cuts, news that private sector job creation is moving in the right direction is welcome indeed. Elsewhere, predictions of gloom surrounding the VAT increase also thankfully seem to be unfounded, with a recent report by accountancy software provider Intuit showing that more than two-thirds of small to medium enterprises feel the rise has had no impact on their organisation. Given that this is the third VAT rate adjustment in less than three years, business owners are well versed in coping with the change. Other promising news is that the CBI are predicting economic growth in 2011 and business start ups in Wales seem to be flourishing. Fuelled either by redundancy concerns or simply a long held ambition to be one’s own boss, many seem to be embracing the spirit of entrepreneurship and joining our diverse Welsh SME culture. So as the Spring begins to bloom, hopefully the business outlook for us all will be a little rosier....
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Considering a new venture?
Like any life changing decision starting a new business is not one to be taken lightly. Before embarking on a new venture, ask yourself what you want to do and why – and whilst setting up might seem like your biggest challenge, you also need to keep an eye on the end game. What is your vision for the future – to build a business with longevity to give your family security? To fill your spare time to fit around the kids? To deliver a “quick win” with a defined exit strategy? Whatever your rationale, any entrepreneur needs a few basics: Planning – a robust business plan with forecast is essential, not only to secure funding should you require it, but also to keep you focussed and on track
Cash is king
Top tips for managing cashflow... •Review bonus / incentive schemes: for a healthy cash flow review your current schemes e.g. pay bonuses on receipt of payment rather than on order •Credit control: look, listen and learn... keep an eye on your clients’ situation, listen to feedback from your staff and take action accordingly. Consider reducing credit limits and payment timescales or request payment on receipt. For enhanced information on your clients situation consider signing up to credit reports where you will be notified of changes to their current credit rating •See the whole picture: ensure you have clear visibility of what is owed in and out so that you can manage cash accordingly •Invoicing: implement a process to invoice clients as soon as possible and ensure all invoice details are up to date so as not to delay payments
People – a successful entrepreneur surrounds themselves by good people, be it an accountant, marketing adviser, IT support, loyal staff and an understanding bank manager... plus a little help from friends and family Passion – enthusiasm is priceless! •Incentivise clients: consider offering early settlement discounts to certain customers to keep cash flowing in •Take control: too much stock can impact cash flow, so regularly monitor stock levels and negotiate shorter lead times with suppliers to reduce the amount of stock held at any one time •Go electronic: payments made via cheque typically have a 5 day turnaround time before you may draw on them; a speedier and easier method of receiving payments is via BACS, or for enhanced cash flow management encourage regular clients to pay via direct debit •Strike a deal: typically in a recession it’s a buyers’ market so don’t be afraid to negotiate preferential rates with your suppliers – whether that be early settlement discounts or longer credit terms. Don’t forget to monitor invoices to ensure they are not pre-dated •Take action: ensure you have a robust cash collection policy including a step by step management plan e.g. an initial letter, followed up by a telephone call, a final warning letter and court action. Alternatively you may wish to outsource this stress to a third party for a fee
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Your mother always told you that breakfast is the most important meal of the day and Tim Warwick at breakfast @ timothy’s is happy to agree. Just opened in January this year, breakfast @ timothy’s is a traditional breakfast cafe with a bright eclectic atmosphere plus some added extras to keep customers happy. “We offer delicious traditional breakfasts using locally sourced and free range produce wherever possible, and all at amazingly competitive prices,” says Tim. Located next to Penarth Station, breakfast @ timothy’s is ideally situated for both eating in and takeaway breakfasts. “We do takeaway bacon rolls with tea or coffee for £3, and for a traditional full breakfast there’s the Basic Timothy: egg, bacon, sausage and toast. For big appetites we also have the Timothy Big Boy, which has two of everything for a hearty start to the day.
“Our eggs are free range Cherry Orchard from St Donat’s and our sausages are proper 75 per cent meat ones,” says Tim. As well as the food breakfast @ timothy’s provides free wi-fi access, free newspapers and a 42inch plasma screen showing news channels or playing music throughout the day to keep customers happy. Tim has plans to expand the menu gradually over the coming months. “At the moment we’re concentrating on the breakfasts, which are available all day. “We also serve home-made sandwiches and Danish pastries, and we’re developing a menu of daily lunchtime ‘comfort food’ specials. For the summer we’ll add salads to the list as well.”
breakfast @ timothy’s Opening hours Monday to Friday: 6:30am to 4pm Saturday: 8am to 4pm Sunday: 9am to 12 noon
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Newly opened in January this year Alley Cat Ink, Penarth’s only tattoo studio, is run by husband and wife team Justin and Christina Witney in Glebe Street.
“The taboos that once hovered around tattoos have disappeared over recent years as more celebrities and people in the public eye display their tattoos – think of David Beckham and Cheryl Cole, or Samantha Cameron’s ankle – and today people want tattoos mainly for decoration and/or sentimental reasons,” says Justin. “The popularity of those celebrities and their image as fashion icons has led to a huge growth in tattooing and new shops are opening up everywhere,” says Justin. Alley Cat Ink is a family business, and clients’ children are welcome. They also offer ear-piercing, currently by Christina, and accept children from the age of seven. “I’ve been a fan of tattoos for a long time and after a lot of research into it I got several of my own. Then I became more interested in the
creative side of tattooing and I decided to learn the art and train to do it myself.” Developments in tattoo pigments and the refinement of the equipment used for tattooing have led to an improvement in the quality of tattoos being produced. “It’s been a long process of learning the skills over two years. I took the time off work to train and study the craft. “The training involved all the essential hygiene issues and how to run a business as well as the technical side. “My work is artistically based and my approach is to offer customers the most creative and best quality tattoos for them,” says Justin.
Special Offer For a limited time only: “All You Can Ink!” Daytime Tuesdays and Wednesdays, pay for 3 hours of tattooing and we’ll work as long as you can take it. Conditions apply. Call Alley Cat Ink for full details.
“Rather than simply selecting a design from a chart on the wall or a book my clients can bring their ideas to me and we will work up the design for their tattoo together. That way I can advise people on the best options for them, in terms of the design and where they want to put it, and how to care for it afterwards so it lasts. “Tattoos are very much part of people’s self-expression, and there is a demand for quality work, so hopefully Alley Cat Ink will fill that niche here in Penarth.”
Opening times Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 6pm Sunday 10am - 4pm
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Image Boutique: 02920 702505 The Complete Fashion and Hair Experience Whatever your style, whatever your occasion, a visit to Image is a must. Prepare to be wowed by this long established business. Image Boutique, on the ground floor, has an amazing selection of contemporary fashion with emphasis on style rather than short term trends. Sylvia Godfrey, the owner, who is a hands on proprietor says, “We offer personal service and an experienced eye to our customers, it is important to give high quality for a reasonable price. Cheryl, our manageress and sales colleague, Dilys are very friendly and knowledgeable, and have many years’ experience in fashion and customer service. “Mothers of the bride or groom and wedding guests can select truly gorgeous outfits for that very special day. Our collections include Michael H Gold, Michaela Louisa, Gina Bacconi, Chianti and Kate Cooper. Hats, fascinators, jewellery and shoes are also part of the Image experience,” says sylvia. Lovers of casualwear and separates will also find plenty to choose from at Image Boutique with labels such as Emreco, Paul Separates, Marble, Signature, Lebek and Oscar B. “If it is a super fit jean you want, why not select from our range of Not Your Daughter’s Jeans or Amazing Woman and look a size smaller!
“Last season we introduced the Frank Lyman range from Canada. This exciting range of cruise and day wear has been fantastic and we are looking forward to their Spring and Summer ranges. “Trendy coats and Jackets by Junge of Denmark, for that cliff top walk complete this fashion experience.”
Image Boutique is open Monday to Saturday. The Studio is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday
108 Glebe Street, Penarth e: Sylvia@imageboutique.org.uk
Conveniently located above the Boutique is Image Hair Studio. Our experienced team of hair stylists, Julie, Nick and Hayley are well trained in all aspects of hair design. So, whether it is highlights, perms, colours or cuts, they will make sure you have personal service and enjoy your time at Image Hair Studio.
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“We had the floors refurbished by Floors on Floors and it’s given the whole house a wonderful facelift” – Mrs Pritchard, Penarth
Lawrence Gonthier and his team at Floors on Floors take a genuine pride in work well done, offering a blend of experience, certified good service and a great product range. On top of that, they do it in two languages!
Floors on Floors is also an approved retailer of quality hard flooring brands such as Amtico and Karndean, and provides a range of floor coverings that gives the opportunity for creating a huge variety of looks for all rooms of the house. Choose from luxury vinyl tiles with matching borders, famous name laminate floors, solid wood floors and an extensive range of carpets and rugs to suit all budgets. “Visit our studio where you will meet our friendly and knowledgeable team and find a complete range of floor and window coverings to suit every room,” says Lawrence.
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“We offer a warm welcome to all customers; my colleague Eirian Jones is the Welsh speaker.”
“Customers can buy from us with confidence: we are members of the Carpet Foundation and follow the Office of Fair Trading code of practice for quality service for supply and installation of carpets.”
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“I have been in the flooring trade my whole working life, starting with a good old-fashioned apprenticeship. Floors on Floors is a well established Penarth company and I am always available to give advice and guidance when required,” says Lawrence.
Lawrence generally does all quotations himself. “I like to be personally involved with every job we undertake.
“I’m delighted with my new Amtico floor” – Karen Souto, Cardiff
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02920 701600 independent financial advisers Wentworth Financial Consultants have provided friendly professional advice in the local community for 25 years, specialising in all areas concerning Investment and Retirement Solutions. Wentworth was founded in 1986 and is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Services Authority. We have continued to grow steadily over the past 25 years, building positive long standing relationships with businesses and individuals in the community. We pride ourselves on the level of service we offer with the majority of our clients benefiting from face to face investment reviews every three months. Our investment philosophy is based around three basic principles that we never deviate from, these being:
Quality investments We ensure that every investment recommended is well researched and the most appropriate in the marketplace for our clients.
Diversified We ensure that our clients’ portfolios are well diversified. It is essential that clients hold asset classes that are negatively correlated, which ensures that the portfolios are robust and continually provide opportunities for growth.
Review With the markets ever changing, it is essential that the portfolios are reviewed and rebalanced on a regular basis to ensure that wider market changes are considered, which provides increased stability for our clients.
In addition to the regular portfolio reviews, our clients benefit from monthly investment summaries and statements, access to their holdings via the internet, and regular newsletters keeping them updated on market developments. All of our consultants have more than 15 years’ experience and are qualified to Diploma level. If you would like to receive a copy of our newsletter, or would like to arrange a free, no obligation review of your current investments or pension arrangements please telephone Louise on 02920 701600 or call in to our offices at 41 Ludlow Street, Penarth, where we would be happy to diarise a convenient time.
Being completely Independent you have the peace of mind of knowing that the only person important to us is you, the client, and that we will work with you to help identify your personal goals and build a bespoke portfolio for you, whether that be within your pension arrangements or personal investments. Being Independent we offer our clients the option of paying for our services via fees and / or commission, however we agree our management costs with each client and facilitate the best option on an individual basis.
Wentworth (Financial Consultants) Ltd are Authorised and Regulated by The Financial Services Authority. Company Registration No. 1975223
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First class joinery can make the difference between an excellent job and a mediocre one, and Lewis Carpentry & Joinery has the skills and expertise to guarantee a top quality finish to all your joinery and carpentry requirements. “Whether you are carrying out a large restoration project, planning domestic alterations or would like to commission a unique bespoke staircase, we put quality at the centre of everything we do,” says proprietor Andy Lewis. “We have a combined workforce experience of 140 years in the carpentry and joinery trades, so there are not many jobs or questions that we have been unable to answer. “We specialise in traditional sliding sash windows and box sash windows, doors, staircases and period properties. Windows are supplied with Low E double-glazed units and all our stairs comply to part K regulations and part M for disabled access.” Andy’s team is happy to fit any windows, doors and staircases and also to cut roofs. “Whether it’s a fitting for a kitchen, attic, shop interior or bar, we will come to your home or premises for a full assessment and complete all work to our high professional standards,” says Andy.
The joinery was established in Trefforest in 1982, with Andy taking the helm in 1993. Since then Andy and his dedicated team have expanded the business, moving to bigger premises in Llantwit Fardre in 2005 and continuing to enhance the company’s already excellent reputation for high-quality joinery. Located between Pontypridd and Cardiff, Lewis Carpentry & Joinery welcomes residential, commercial and trade customers. “We have worked with clients including the Welsh conservation body Cadw, the University of Glamorgan, Miskin Manor and the Coed y Mwstwr Hotel, who have come to us for our expertise in sympathetic restoration work and our vision for new projects. “We work across South Wales, as well as further afield in West Wales, Bristol and other parts of the UK, too. “We are proud of our excellent reputation and the fact that most of our work comes from recommendations,” says Andy. “Customers are welcome to call into our Llantwit Fardre joinery or we will come to your home or premises for a free, no-obligation quote.”
Projects have included: • Converting the Old Bank in Chepstow Square into luxury apartments • Carrying out restoration work on the old Lord Aberdare’s house • Miskin Manor • The Cefn Mably estate • Numerous chapels and churches • The Coed y Mwstwr Hotel • The University of Glamorgan • Contract joinery work in Cardiff, London and West Wales
Unit C, Newton Industrial Estate, Llantwit Fardre CF38 2EE andy@lewisjoinery.co.uk 28
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Early spring is the ideal time to plan improvements to your home’s external areas, and Jonathan Webb Paving has the experience and expertise to provide patios, driveways and paving that will beautify and add value to the property. Jonathan has been in the landscaping and paving business for more than 20 years, and brings his extensive skills, practical experience and personal customer service to every job. “The right landscaping and garden products will bring your garden or outdoor space alive,” says Jonathan. “We can make play areas, paths, decks and patios for al fresco dining, with a huge range of paving products to choose from, whether you prefer traditional or contemporary styles.” “Natural stone, concrete paving, block paving and gravels can all be used in the design of a garden, depending on the customer’s requirements. We also install artificial lawn, which looks great. “It’s ideal for our climate and it’s so practical too: no more mowing, obviously, and you need never worry again about too much or too little rain. It’s pet-friendly, water drains through it and there are different grades of the product depending on the intended use, whether children will be playing on it, and so on.”
A small area of artificial lawn can give a great contrast against patios and surrounding greenery. Keen golfers can install their very own putting green. New drives are also in high demand, says Jonathan. “A well-designed, attractive off-street parking spot provides a easy, convenient and secure place for your car, and adds value to your home. “You can choose low maintenance, oil-resistant block paving or traditional gravel, for durable solutions that will last for years and meet the relevant surface water drainage regulations.” With 20 years in the business and more than 2000 happy customers, Jonathan has built a reputation for quality which he can back up with written guarantees. “We provide a five-year warranty on installation plus a 10-year warranty on the Brett Landscaping products we install.”
Jonathan Webb Paving and landscaping services: • Driveways • Patios • Paths • Artificial grass (looks and feels as good as the real thing) • Stone paving • Walling • Decking • Only the best materials used • Free estimates
Lon Y Cadno, Church Village, Pontypridd CF38 2BQ jonathan@jonathanwebbpaving.co.uk
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ngagement, wedding and eternity rings are always very special pieces and represent love and family in a distinctively personal way for everyone. Northern Star bespoke jewellery craftsman Matt Mullooly will create a unique piece of jewellery to reflect your feelings and suit your style and budget. Matt combines his experience, design and stone-setting skills with the latest CAD Matrix technology to create individual bespoke jewellery. Here are some recent examples of his work, and the clients’ comments.
Wedding belle The client says: “I wanted my wedding band to consist of the diamonds from my grandmother’s eternity ring and I also wanted it to match with my engagement ring. Matt at Northern Star directed and advised on the style and shape and produced 100 per cent what I imagined and wanted. “The service was first class. Matt was friendly, confident and couldn’t do enough to create the perfect wedding band. Exactly what you want as a ‘bride to be’.”
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The client says: “We booked an appointment with Matt at Northern Star, and went along with an idea in mind. I’ve always wanted a pear-shaped engagement ring with a coloured stone but was worried that when it came to making the wedding ring the two rings wouldn’t sit together properly.
The client says: “I had an idea for a very long time to design a ring to incorporate a diamond that I had from my late mother’s engagement ring and some smaller diamonds from my own eternity ring. I saw an advertisement from Northern Star in a local magazine describing the jewellery design service that I was looking for.
“Matthew gave me a number of options and when he showed me the shaped wedding band I fell in love with it. I can’t thank him enough – I love it and always get lots of compliments about the rings.”
“Matthew listened to my thoughts for the design of the ring and then helped create exactly what I had in mind. He was genuinely understanding, professional and patient and provided a first-class service. “I was over the moon with the final product which provided me with a new, unique and very sentimental engagement ring. The ring was fully guaranteed and came with an attentive after-sales service. “I have received many admiring comments and it is really special being able to describe the story behind the ring, including the sentiments that go with it.
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“Thank you once again Matthew for helping create my perfect dream ring.”
Tuesday – Friday: 10.00am – 5.00pm Saturday: 10.00am – 3.00pm Specialist Gem Setter Matthew Mullooly.
35 A, Albert Road, Penarth, Cardiff CF64 1BY info@northernstarjewellery.co.uk 30
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ARTHWINE.CO.UK Arth Wine Store is home to a fine collection of wines, ales and spirits. The ethos is to source small, independent suppliers and off-thebeaten-track vineyards, breweries and distilleries to offer a selection unsurpassed in these parts. Sampling and Tastings will become available as the business finds its roots, making Arthur’s den a destination for all wine lovers.
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