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Dear Neighbours, Welcome to your November issue of Edgbaston Directory.
IN THIS ISSUE
If your business includes Edgbaston as part of its target market then you should be advertising with us. Or if you have a story of local interest to tell then please let me know.
Winter Gardening Tips
Give me a call or send me an email,
Fencing for fun and fitness
En Garde
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Dame Kelly Holmes visits Edgbaston High School
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Birmingham pupil awarded Bill Bryson science price
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Bringing classical music to the younger generation
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Martineau Gardens celebrates Autumn
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Birmingham Bike Foundry moves up in the world
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REGULARS What’s on
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Winter gardening tips If you love your garden and want to get the most out of it then there are a few things to think about over the winter. have run Lupin Garden Design – planning, designing, landscaping and maintaining over 150 Birmingham gardens. This horticulturally trained pair have overseen the development and maintenance of many outdoor spaces – from the smallest urban courtyard, to large established private grounds.
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“There are several ways to improve the quality of your garden over the long winter months ahead” says Julia Watkins, of Lupin Garden Design. “The most obvious is to have a general tidy-up – clear away all the leaves from beds and borders, give your grass a final cut, and attend to your lawn and path edges, making them crisp and neat. If you can, add evergreen
interest – not just green leaved, but yellow, silver, red, lime and grey. Topiary box – conical, ball and bee-hive shapes provides structure and architectural form as well. Planting bulbs and early flowering perennials, such as primroses and lungwort, shortens this quiet season, and offers a rich source of nectar for emerging insects.” And Julia should know. For ten years, she and her business partner, Susan Brown,
Busier than ever, Susan feels the key to their success is two-fold. “Firstly, we offer a wide range of services – anything from a one-off tidy up or regular maintenance, to large design and planting work. We can come in and tidy or plant the smallest border, or we can redesign a whole garden. The second reason for Lupin’s continued growth appears to be their business model. “We didn’t intend this to happen” says Susan, “but as we expanded, we took on more women. It seems that we filled a gap – not just for our workers, who we train to the highest standard, but for our clients as well. People trust us to let ourselves in, to keep hold of keys, to be responsible, hard-working and professional on site, and to leave the gardens looking immaculate.”
What more could you ask for? Lupin Garden Design: 07788 697909 / 0121 246 3397 www.lupingardendesign.co.uk
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WHAT’S ON
A snapshot of what’s on around Edgbaston in November & December.
CRAFT FAIRS
EVENTS
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Charity Bazaar
Antiques Valuation Day
Barber Lunchtime Concerts
Many stalls selling a wide range of gifts. An ideal place for some early Christmas shopping. At: Birmingham Botanical Gardens On: 12 November from 11.00am – 2.30pm Contact: 0121 454 1860
Bring along your prized antique items and see what they are worth. A team of experts will be on hand to take a look at your paintings, porcelain, jewellery, pottery and silverware to try and reveal the Friends Craft Fair Get into the Christmas spirit history of your treasures & join in the carol singing, At: Winterbourne House and Garden plus Christmas shopping. On: 19 November, At: Birmingham 11.00-3.00 Botanical Gardens Contact: 0121 414 3003 On: 20 November 10.00-4.00 Contact: 0121 454 1860
Admission is FREE and all concerts start at 1.10
11 November: Luis Pipa, piano, My Beautiful Blue Country 18 November: Christine Whiffen, harpsichord 25 November: Nathaniel Boyd, cello and Alexander Boyd, piano 2 December: Chetham’s School of Music; Adeld Xiang cello, Fergus McAlpine bassoon, Luke Jones piano and Brenda Blewett piano 9 December: Sam Crowe Group (acclaimed jazz band)
Star
A sparkling new show tailor-made for 2-5 year olds. Join the green-fingered gardener as she potters in the garden, sowing seeds and saplings. Discover the tidy tailor as he cuts his cloth, sewing seams and stitches. And sing with the star that shines high in the night sky. On: 12 November – 8 December At: mac For info: 0121 446 3232
The Lost Happy Endings
This Christmas get ready for the spectacular return COMEDY Leisurely Pursuits of The Lost Happy Recreational Culture Endings. Jub’s important Barbara Nice’s At: Barber Institute of in Victorian Britain job is to collect and send Christmas Cracker Fine Arts Concert Hall, The Industrial Revolution University of Birmingham out the happy endings Christmas is a time for changed recreational from all the stories in giving and no one loves For info: www.barber. culture in Britain. giving more than local the world in time for org.uk or 0121 414 7333 Leisure activities became superstar housewife everyone’s bedtime. But less associated with Barbara Nice. Join her one night she is cought THEATRE work, providing the in a bumper bundle by a wicked withc who selection fox of seasonal individual with more A Clockwork Orange steals all of the happy Volcano takes on Burgess’s fun. Christmas Tom Bola, free time. Humorous endings. With help inventive, disturbing little Yuletide Raffle, Mince Pies. imagery also became a from her friends, Jub masterpiece fifty years after On: 11 December recognised feature of must outwit the witch. it was written. A Clockwork At: mac Victorian visual culture. Orange may be fifty years On: 3 December For info: 0121 446 3232 On: 1 July 2011 – 8 – 7 January old but its description of a January 2012 corrupt state and bankrupt At: mac Stand up Comedy At: The Barber Institute civil society have never For info: 0121 446 3232 Showcase seemed more familiar. In a of Fine Arts. Join the participants of Contact: 0121 414 7333 world like this, how is the mac’s comedy course as they showcase their new talent. On: 3 December At: mac For info: 0121 446 3232
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Birmingham Fencing Club is a Community club based at the University of Birmingham. We welcome both experienced and novice Fencers. We run regular beginner courses for adults and juniors.
All kit provided! Please visit us on our website or call Mike on 07973 632831
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En garde… Is the cry as you draw your sword and stand alongside Captain Jack Sparrow to defend the Black Pearl. But seriously, fencing needn’t remain the stuff of fantasy and make believe. Birmingham Fencing Club has a long standing tradition of drawing swords to compete in national competitions as well as providing an exhilarating way to keep fit and a superb way to channel the energies of children in a constructive way. As well as being a truly enjoyable sport, fencing enhances co-ordination, concentration, balance and agility. Since it was established over a century ago Birmingham Fencing Club has really moved with the times and rather than training people for active service the focus now is much more on fitness and enjoyment. There is a class for any boy, girl, man or woman over the age of eight. Classes are held at the University of Birmingham in the Old Gym and in the sports hall at Hallfield School in Edgbaston.
national standard and all the equipment used meets strict criteria. Youngsters have a structured programme of activity which is both fun and appropriate to their age and ability level. Mike Whitehouse is the director of coaching and a national level tutor. He has trained the coaches and helpers currently active at the senior and junior level classes. All fencers are encouraged to try competitions at a level suited to their ability and they are fully supported at these events. Whilst separated by gender in competitions a number of ‘fun’ mixed team events take place. Birmingham Fencing Club is very active in the region’s competitions and at County level with winners often from this club. They are immensely proud of their success in real terms of medals but most of all for their personal achievement.
Being a Clubmarked community fencing club means they adhere to the strict standards set out by British Fencing, the National Governing Body. It also means that everything they teach is to 8
To find out more you can contact the club on 07973 632 831 or go to www.birminghamfencingclub.org.uk
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Gardening and Landscaping Services also available WE PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL GARDEN DESIGN AND LANDSCAPING SERVICES TO PRIVATE CLIENTS. OUR WORK IS UNIQUE AND OUR MISSION IS TO MAKE YOUR GARDEN LOOK BEAUTIFUL. OUR TEAM WORKS TOGETHER ON EVERY PROJECT AND CAN COMPLETE GARDEN LANDSCAPING QUICKLY, EFFICIENTLY AND TO THE HIGHEST STANDARDS.
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Planning for Financial and Care Needs with Lasting Powers of Attorney In the event of loss of mental capacity, people can need help and support in relation to their finances and their health and welfare matters. Making Lasting Powers of Attorney will give you the opportunity to choose people that you want to make decisions on your behalf and to support you rather than relying on Social Workers or Medical Professionals who do not know you or your wishes. We can offer fixed fees for arranging and setting up your Lasting Powers of Attorney. Our range of services also includes advice about Wills, Trusts, Probate; Commercial and Domestic Conveyancing; Family Law including Divorce, Children’s issues, Prenuptial Agreements and Cohabitation Agreements; Dispute Resolution; Immigration and Employment. On site car parking for clients
Ian Buchanan, Clare Sillery & Mike Dyer Members of our Private Client Team Please contact Mike Dyer on 0121 243 3156 mdyer@tyndallwoods.co.uk
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sunday lunch Hornton Grange in the Conservatory £15.95 per adult and £8.95 per child
Hornton Grange is also available for private hire and our team can help you organise your special occasions
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Milboro computer services PC trouble? We can help! We come to your home Viruses - Internet Wireless - Upgrades
A modern, friendly and welcoming coworking space in the heart of Moseley Village in Birmingham. Want a place to work alongside like minded people or need a full time office? We have a level of membership for you.
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Membership and day-use rates start at just £10 per month!
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Rob Holland Garden Design • • • • •
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Sandilands Gardens gardens for living
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E D G B A S TO N HIGH SCHOOL for GIRLS
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Dame Kelly Holmes Opens Fitness Suite at Edgbaston High School Double gold Olympic medallist and sports personality, Dame Kelly Holmes DBE, inspired girls to ‘go for gold’ at a special sports conference for school girls at Edgbaston High School.
Before giving her keynote speech Dame Kelly Holmes officially opened the School’s new ‘Holmes Fitness Suite, a new addition to EHS’ facilities, following a multi-million pound development that was completed earlier this year. Dr Ruth Weeks, headmistress at Edgbaston High School for Girls, said: “We were delighted to welcome Dame Kelly Holmes to open our fitness suite and to address delegates at the Girls Go Gold conference. The day served as a celebration of the successes of our young sportswomen and I am thrilled that an inspiring role model such as Dame Kelly Holmes was able to lend her support and encouragement to our next generation of athletes.” 16
The national Girls Go Gold conference is an annual event organised by members of the Girls’ Schools Association (‘GSA’). Baroness Sue Campbell, Chair of UK Sport, opened this year’s Girls Go Gold conference, with Dame Kelly Holmes DBE providing the keynote speech. Additional break-out sessions on sports psychology, sports physiology, a day in the life of an elite performer, the Olympic Games and sports nutrition were led by specialists in their field from the University of Birmingham and Kelloggs. The school’s recent development programme also included improvements to the School’s facade and Reception area as well as creating a new Sixth Form Centre, an extended library and several new classrooms and ICT suites.
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English Tutor Local Moseley based qualified and experienced English tutor Can help with:
ESOL IELTS Driving Theory Citizenship Tests All levels covered For enquiries please contact Sarah at wainwrightopia1@virginmedia.com Or call 07812 142 275 Please mention Edgbaston Directory when responding to adverts
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Birmingham pupil awarded Bill Bryson science prize at House of Commons A Birmingham pupil received a national science award from Bill Bryson at the House of Commons today. at a ceremony at the House of Commons, in the Speaker’s House State Rooms in September. Bill Bryson said at the event: “It is so inspiring for me as one of the judges to be presented with these entries every year because they are so full of enthusiasm and excitement, and that’s something that can’t be faked – you can really feel the sincerity.
Evelyn Henderson, in Year 9 at King Edward VI High School for Girls, won the Secondary School Winner prize in the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Bill Bryson Prize, a science communication competition aimed at primary and secondary schools. Hundreds of entries from around the country were judged by Bill Bryson and the President of the Royal Society of Chemistry, Professor David Phillips. Evelyn won £500 for her school and £100 for herself with her winning entry titled “The Beauty of Chemistry – The Chemistry of Beauty”. (http://prezi.com/oj9ofjcdaxjy/ chemistry-our-life-our-future/) She was presented with a certificate and prize money by Professor Phillips 18
“There are so many exciting, novel ways to convey the wonder of science. The prize gives kids a chance to shine in a way they wouldn’t otherwise, and to really express themselves and experiment with what they can do.” The Bill Bryson prize was founded in 2005, when the Royal Society of Chemistry sent a copy of his book ‘A Short History of Nearly Everything’ to all schools and colleges in the UK. He generously donated the royalties from these sales to establish a schools’ science communication award, and his cash donation was matched by the RSC and his publisher Transworld. For the first time the Royal Society of Chemistry this year actively welcomed entries from international schools to mark the UN International Year of Chemistry 2011.
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Classical music for the next generation Who says classical music is not for the young? Tyndallwoods partner Judy Dyke has been getting involved in a project which aims to inspire Birmingham school children to sing and engage in contemporary classical music. when singing, and engage the next generation in contemporary classical music.
Judy joined Karen Daw of Town Hall Symphony Hall for the exciting “Sing for All: Creative Foundations Concert” brought together by the THSH Education & Community Department. The project opened up the challenging world of contemporary classical music for schools and aimed to extend singing opportunities for young people of all ages and abilities. Over the past six months, teachers and music leaders attended workshops in Symphony Hall, discovering how to inspire confidence
School children and professionals shared one stage under the baton of John Gibbons and sang in the presence of Karl Jenkins, the composer of Stabat Mater (from a 13thcentury poem ‘The Sorrowful Mother was standing’). The piece incorporates both traditional Western music (orchestra and choir) with ethnic instruments and vocals. It was an unforgettable concert experience. If you want to find out more about the work of Town Hall Symphony Hall Education & Community Department please visit the website at www.thsh.co.uk or to support the charity email karen.daw@thsh.co.uk
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Mellow Fruitfulness at Martineau Gardens Autumn has arrived. At Martineau Gardens, the community garden in Edgbaston, it’s time to enjoy the harvest.
The Garden, which is looked after by a team of volunteers and Martineau Gardens staff, is two and a half acres of organically managed landscape.
The harvest has been bountiful this year, and all are invited to share in the ‘fruits of their labour’: jams, plants and seasonal produce are all for sale and it’s been a bumper year for honey made by the bees of Martineau Gardens.
There are vegetable plots, woodland, bee hives, a bird hide and a myriad of other features to explore.
Fungi Foray
The squashes have ripened in the vegetable plot, the apples have been turned into jellies and chutneys, and the scythes have been taken to the summer meadow to prepare the land for winter.
The Martineau Gardens Nature Trail provides a pleasant walk along meandering paths through a wooded wildlife area.There are plenty of leaves to scrunch through and piles of deadwood log piles of wood, located here and there, is a great place to look for fungi.
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Dryad’s Saddle
Scarlet Elf Cap fungi
Pictured above, Scarlet Elf Cap fungi on a log at Martineau Gardens and the impressive Dryad’s Saddle. The name of the latter refers to the tree nymphs of Greek mythology who presumably could sit on these fabulous specimens.
How to Get There: Martineau Gardens is located at: 27 Priory Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B5 7UG opposite the Priory Hospital and five minutes walks from the mac. Limited parking is available on site or buses 1, 61, 63, X62, X64, 47 and 45 will bring you close to the Gardens.
Information: 0121 440 7430 info@martineau-gardens.org.uk www.martineau-gardens.org.uk Open: Monday to Saturday, 10am until 4pm (closed Bank Holidays) Admission: Free entry except for some events and courses.
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Bike recycling project moves up a gear Birmingham Bike Foundry has broken into the high street after a year operating out of a lock up in a music studio. Birmingham Bike Foundry opened up shop at 1539 Pershore Road - Stirchley High Street. For just over a year Birmingham Bike Foundry have been working, with notable successes, towards building a stronger and more dynamic cycling community within the city. The Bike Foundry have built upon the normal services offered by a bike shop to offer a unique range of resources to Birmingham cyclists. One of the principal activities of the business is bike recycling. Members of the public donate old and unwanted bikes to the Bike Foundry, whose mechanics expertly repair them, giving local people access to bikes that are both fairly priced and good quality. Their mechanical skills are also put to good use by those requiring bespoke builds, ranging from renovations of vintage bikes, to fixies and bike polo rides.
Birmingham schools offering bike polo clubs, giving youngsters a great introduction to this fun new team sport. The move to Stirchley represents the product of a years’ work from a very unique organization. With its co-operative structure Birmingham Bike Foundry enables its workers to have control over the direction of the business, enabling it to expand into the exciting areas of work it has taken on. This project will surely soon play an invaluable role in the local community, and the wider populace of Birmingham cyclists.
Birmingham Bike Foundry also offer training courses which empower people to become independent in their life as a cyclist. Maintenance training ranges from basic repairs and safety check s to highly technical jobs such as wheel building; the trainees’ ability to pick and choose modules means that everyone can develop exactly the skills they want. Sessions covering cycle skills are also available, enabling some of the Bike Foundry’s customers to reach aims such as navigating complex roads to find a safe commuter route, and some to simply ride a bike for the first time! Over the past year the Bike Foundry’s experience and skills has also led to them working with large organizations in addition to individuals. For example, they are now working at several Please mention Edgbaston Directory when responding to adverts
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What’s on around Edgbaston for you and your little ones Water Babies
Kanga and Roo’s Parent and Toddle
Rhythm Time
Lillian de Lissa Stay and Play
Outdoor stay and play
Stay and play for children up to 3 years old Wednesday 9.15-11.15 At: Lillian de Lissa Nursery School, Bellevue For details call: 0121 440 3421
Enjoy the great outdoors with your little ones Thursdays at 11-1pm At: Winterbourne Gardens, Priory Road For details call: 440 7430
Cornerstone Parent and Toddler Group
Baby Sensory
Pram Pushers P & T
Music, instruments, fibre optic light shows, glowing bouncy balls, bubbles and much more At: Walker Memorial Hall, Ampton Road For details call: Karen 747 4720
Play group for up to 4 year old children Thursday 9.30-11.30 At: Pram Pushers P & T, Lyttelton Road For details call: 07867 796 286
Hawkesley Mini Gym Soft Play
Baby Boppers
Racketeers
Swimming sessions for babies Mon & Sat At: St Thomas CofE School, Edgbaston For details call: Laura 01283 814 766
Toni’s Tots
Drama and storytelling for pre-schoolers from 18 months up Every Monday, 10am At: The Hub, 318 Vicarage Road, Kings Heath For details call: 07976 242 835
Stay and play for parents and children up to 5 Wednesday 1.30-12.00 At: Church of the Redeemer, Monument Road For details call: 07812 332 430
Soft play for pre-school children and babies Wednesday 9.30-11.30 At: Woodview Primary School, Woodview Drive For details call: 265 2650
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Parent and toddler group Thursday 1.30-3.00 At: St Peters Church Hall, Old Church Road, Harborne For details call: 426 6034
Dance class for children over 3 years At: Adage Dance & Fitness Studios, 174-176 High Street, Harborne For info: 428 2732
Music and movement for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Age appropriate classes available. At: Woodview Community Centre, Edgbaston For info: Vicky 447 7632
Playgroup for up to 4 year old children Friday 9.30-11.30 At: Newman House, Harrisons Road For details call: 454 2846
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Drama sessions for pre-schoolers
TONI’S TOTS Drama Songs Storytelling Confidence building activities for toddlers on two feet
Chill-out baby corner Refreshments and time to chat Cost: £30 for a course of 6 sessions When: Mon & Wed 10-11am other sessions available - call for details
Where: The Hub, 318 Vicarage Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham, B14 7NH Limited places so book now for a taster session To book call Toni on: 07976 242 835 www.tonistotsdrama.com tonisdramatots@hotmail.co.uk
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Index of Advertisers Accountants
Gas Showroom
Tax Return Co
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Builder Conlec 10 JMS Roofing & Building 4 Moseley Building 4
Carpets & Flooring B’ham Carpet & Flooring 19
Syd The Chef
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Chimney Sweep
Graphic Design Tickle Me Creative
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Interior Decorating Knights
Mopheads
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Conservatories & Orangeries
RF Networks
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Coworking Space
Mclauchlan Optometrist
Edgbaston High School 15 King Edward High School 22
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Solar Energy Specialist JMS Solar
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Toni’s Tots
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Harborne Sash Windows
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Plumbers
English Tutor Sarah Wainwright
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Fencing Club Birmingham Fencing Club 7
Gardening Services 23 17 5 13 14
Cullen Plumbing MG Heating Robert the Plumber Steven Barnes & Son
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Property Maintenance Moseley Building
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Toy Store Togademus
Period Property Restoration
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Solicitors Tyndallwoods Solicitors
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Drama for preschoolers
Conlec 10 JMS Roofing & Building 4 Knights 23 Moseley Building 4
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PC Support Milboro
Moseley Exchange
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School
Optometrist
Harborne Sash Windows 1 Traditional Conservatories 9
Hornton Grange
Roofing
IT Services
Able Chimney Sweep
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Restaurant 2
Ironing Service
Catering
Evans Landscapes General Services Lupin Rob Holland Sandilands
Moseley Fireplaces
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Venue Hire University of Birmingham 12
Windows & Doors Harborne Sash Windows 1 Traditional Conservatories 9
Wooden Flooring B’ham Carpet & Flooring 19
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Removal Happy Haulage
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