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Dear Neighbours, Welcome to the August edition of your Abbey-Link. The schools have now all broken up for the Summer and my youngest has just finished primary school so if feels like the end of an era, but as I write this the sun is shinning, so lets hope that this is a good sign for the weeks to come and that we can all enjoy a Summer of fun and be able to spend it enjoying the outdoors. If you are lucky enough to be going away anywhere on your holidays and fancy a bit of a pamper before hand, either hair or nails, Level One on page 19 have some great local offers. Or if you are looking for ways to help loose those few pounds before your holidays, then I can highly recommend Zumba by Jane on page 28, for a fun way to exercise. Now is a great time to get on top of those gardening jobs in preparation of the BBQ season, so if your garden needs a bit of a spruce up or your patio a bit of a clean, we have some great local customers who can help you out, all our customers are listed in our index on page 38. As we head towards the final quarter of the year (already!) and you would like to see if we can help you to grow your business, we have a great Summer Sale that you might like to take advantage of, see more on page 28. September will be here before we know it, and that means the start of the new academic year, if you have a child that may benefit from some extra tuition, then see Lucy Hatch’s advert on page 29, she is the lucky winner of this quarters FREE PAGE ADVERT, more details about this can be found on my website - www.thelinkdirectories.co.uk. September also means we start to think about Christmas (sorry!) and if you are thinking about where to hold your Christmas party this year - I can highly recommend Hatton Court, see their advert on the front cover. Congratulations to Mrs L Turfrey, for winning the Sudoku, Cineworld ticket will be on their way out to you. To be in with a chance to win Cineworld Tickets, see page 33. Please feel free to email me your Sudoku entries if you so wish: sarah@thelinkdirectories.co.uk Have a great Summer Sarah.
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Rob Walters For all your ceiling requirements:-
Plasterboarding Coving Skimming Texturing Also Painting & Decorating Service We now offer to skim textured ceilings to a flat finish or alternatively we provide a full range of high quality textured patterns Water damaged ceilings & Insurance work welcome
Domestic & Commercial enquiries welcome HOME: 01452 521878 MOBILE: 07850 968348
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ABBEYMEAD & ABBEYDALE ACCOUNTANCY AND TAXATION CENTRE
Accountants for the Abbeymead and Abbeydale Area SMALL PRACTISE FOR SMALL CLIENTS = SMALL FEES CHARGED BY US SELF ASSESSMENT TAX RETURNS IMMEDIATE SERVICE AVAILABLE * Fixed priced Accountancy/Taxation services. Accounts. Self Assessment. Tax Returns. PAYE. VAT. Bookkeeping etc. Annual Sales £ Annual Fee From Less Than 15,000 50—100 15,000 100 30,000 150 40,000 180 60,000 210 75,000 230 90,000 240 Over 100,000 By Negotiation
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Limited Company Accounts Limited Company Formation Partnership Accounts Self Employed Accounts Management Accounts Business Start Ups
Self Assessment tax returns completion from £50 *Self Assessment tax returns, Accounts problems *Free accountancy/Taxation Surgery. *Home visits to suit you Ring Mike Jefferies MAAT ICPA FCPA 01452 863304 To advertise call 01452 890242
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D2B designs Design and prepare architectural drawings for extensions, conversions, alterations and improvements to your home We also carry out custom designs for new homes with your needs in mind. All plans are prepared and submitted on your behalf for Local Authority Building Control and Planning Approvals. For a prompt, private and professional service call:
01452 723439 or 07973 621078 and speak to Graham or Angela for a free quote and friendly, helpful advice.
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LAWNMOWERS SERVICED – SHARPENED – REPAIRED ALSO: RIDE-ON MOWERS, CHAINSAWS, ROTAVATORS, STRIMMERS, HEDGETRIMMERS ETC.
FREE COLLECTION AND DELIVERY Tel : CHELTENHAM MOWERS LIMITED Tel: 01452 616169 Unit B3, Nexus, Hurricane Road, Gloucester Business Park, Glos. GL3 4AG Visit and Buy On-Line at www.mowers-online.co.uk
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A.D.B ELECTRICAL SERVICES LTD QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN DOMESTIC, COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL
FAULT FINDING RE-WIRING & UPGRADES INTERNAL & EXTERNAL LIGHTING & POWER POINTS ELECTRICITY TO SHEDS & OUTBUILDINGS ELECTRIC SHOWERS NIC PART P REGISTERED
ANDY BOUCHER TEL: 01452 371981 MOBILE: 07967 721966 25 Minster Gardens, Abbeymead No Job Too Small - Free Estimates. All work carried out to the highest standard Please mention
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LANDSCAPES ● ● ● ● ●
FENCING BLOCK PAVING PATIOS ● TURFING DECKING HEDGE CUTTING
ALL ASPECTS OF LANDSCAPING Free Quotations & Fully Guaranteed
Tel: 01452 614123 Mobile: 07787 182434 To advertise call 01452 890242
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DARREN MANN BUILDING CONTRACTOR Specialising in home extensions
Also Mini Digger with Driver for Hire 111 The Wheatridge East Abbeydale, Gloucester GL4 5DW
Tel: 01452 612759 Mobile: 07778 818886 References available
MARK DUNKLEY HANDYMAN GARDEN SERVICES PATIOS LAID FENCES ERECTED DECORATING NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL ALL WORK CONSIDERED ALL RUBBISH REMOVED FREE ESTIMATES GIVEN (WITH NO OBLIGATION) O.A.P RATES AVAILABLE FULL C.R.B CHECK OBTAINED (AVAILABLE ON REQUEST)
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Dave’s top tips Why move to ceramic disk taps? Ceramic disk taps are designed to last a lifetime. Unfortunately, in hard water areas they do not and it is as well to know how they operate and how to service them. It is very rare for the ceramic discs to wear out and the need to replace them is even rarer. It is, most often, just a case of dismantling the moving parts and servicing them. Should you be unlucky enough to have a tap wherein the parts do actually "wear out" then it is unlikely you will be able to replace the discs and will probably need to replace the whole cartridge within the unit. The disc tap should be virtually indestructible because a) the ceramics do not wear out, and b) The distance moved by any part of the tap in any one go, is only a quarter of a turn. Regards Dave Stevens. If in doubt call me (see main advert for number) and I will do the investigating for you. Disclaimer. All advice above is given in goodwill with many years experience. We cannot guarantee however that your problems will be rectified so please, if in doubt call us before undertaking any works yourself
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Manufacturers & Installers of all Types of the Finest Quality of Windows, Doors & Conservatories 41 Kingsmead Abbeymead Gloucester GL4 5DY Telephone: 01452 618530 07961 199942
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Film Releases for August 2016
Friday 5th August SUICIDE SQUAD A secret government agency run by Amanda Waller, named A.R.G.U.S creates a task force comprising super villains, the "Suicide Squad". They are assigned to execute dangerous tasks in exchange for shorter prison sentences. The problems begin with their latest recruit – The Joker!
Friday 12th August
PETE`S DRAGON The adventures of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliot, who just so happens to be a dragon. This modern-day remake of the 1977 classic of the same name stars Bryce Dallas-Howard, Karl Urban and Robert Redford.
MIKE AND DAVE NEED WEDDING DATES Hard-partying brothers Mike (Adam Devine) and Dave (Zac Efron) place an online ad to find the perfect dates (Anna Kendrick, Aubrey Plaza) for their sister's Hawaiian wedding. Hoping for a wild getaway, the boys instead find themselves outsmarted and out-partied by the uncontrollable duo.
NERVE A high school senior finds herself immersed in an online game of truth or dare, where her every move starts to become manipulated by an anonymous community of "watchers."
THE SHALLOWS In this taut thriller Nancy (Blake Lively) is surfing on a secluded beach, she finds herself on the feeding ground of a great white shark. Though she is stranded only 200 yards from shore, survival proves to be the ultimate test of wills, requiring all of Nancy's ingenuity, resourcefulness, and fortitude
Friday 19th August
NINE LIVES Tom Brand (Kevin Spacey) is a daredevil billionaire at the top of his game. But Tom's workaholic lifestyle has disconnected him from his family, particularly his beautiful wife Lara (Jennifer Garner) and his adoring daughter Rebecca (Malina Weissman). Rebecca's 11th birthday is here, and she wants the gift she wants every year, a cat. Tom hates cats, but he is without a gift and time is running out. His GPS directs him to a mystical pet store brimming with odd and exotic cats- where the store's eccentric owner- Felix Perkins (Christopher Walken), presents him with a majestic tomcat, named Mr. Fuzzypants. En route to present his daughter with her dream pet, a bizarre turn of events finds Tom trapped inside the body of Mr. Fuzzypants. Adopted by his own family, he begins to experience what life is truly like for the family pet.
DAVID BRENT: LIFE ON THE ROAD A camera crew catches up with David Brent, the former star of the fictional British series, "The Office" as he now fancies himself a rockstar on the road. Ricky Gervais writes, directs and stars in Brents` triumphant return.
LIGHTS OUT When her little brother, Martin, experiences the same events that once tested her sanity, Rebecca works to unlock the truth behind the terror, which brings her face to face with an entity that has an attachment to their mother, Sophie.
Friday 26th August
WAR DOGS Two friends in their early 20s (Hill and Teller) living in Miami Beach during the Iraq War exploit a little-known government initiative that allows small businesses to bid on U.S. Military contracts. Starting small, they begin raking in big money and are living the high life. But the pair gets in over their heads when they land a 300 million dollar deal to arm the Afghan Military - a deal that puts them in business with some very shady people, not the least of which turns out to be the U.S. Government. Based on true events.
BEN-HUR (2016) A falsely accused Jewish nobleman survives years of slavery to take vengeance on his Roman best friend, who betrayed him. This modern-day reimagining of the classic tale is based on the original novel by Lew Wallace.
THE PURGE: ELECTION YEAR It's been two years since Leo Barnes (Frank Grillo) stopped himself from a regrettable act of revenge on Purge Night. Now serving as head of security for Senator Charlie Roan (Elizabeth Mitchell), his mission is to protect her in a run for president and survive the annual ritual that targets the poor and innocent. But when a betrayal forces them onto the streets of D.C. on the one night when no help is available, they must stay alive until dawn...or both be sacrificed for their sins against the state.
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Sudoku Complete the puzzle by 15th August 2016 and return, with your name and address, to The Abbey-Link, 30 Dancers Hill, Abbeymead, Gloucester, GL4 5TY or email sarah@thelinkdirectories.co.uk
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Hucclecote Scout News
The Midsummer Madness evening went well, with water balloons, ducks under sheet. Sweet or wet sponge when you put your head through the hole and ending with everyone having a cup for the water fight. With 25 on summer camp at Newquay all we want is fine weather for our trip to Lands End the coasting activity and a short night walk sleeping under the stars. From September Steve Plant will be running Scout meetings but I will still be around to help out for a bit longer. In the Autumn the Scouts will be doing a conversation project on the Hucclecote Meadows and helping to tidy up the land around the Parish Council at Pineholt. With Go Karting, Lazer Tag and Climbing at the Climbing Centre we have plenty of activities to look forward too. On the first weekend in September 5 Scouts will go on an Air activity weekend and have a chance to go up in an aeroplane. All units start back from Monday 5th September, Beavers now have a waiting list so please if your son/daughter wants to join get their name on the waiting list when they become 5 ready to start at 6 years old. Still room for Cubs (8 to 10) and Scouts (10 to 14). Please phone Terry on 521664 for more details.
MAISEMORE VILLAGE FETE Bank Holiday Moday August 29th opening 2.00pm Stalls * Games * Ukelele Band * Tug of War Raffle * Fun for all the family EVERYONE WELCOME! This year’s competitions: Photographs: Subject 'My Maisemore' up to A4 (21x29.5cms or 8”x11.5”) Colour or Black and White. Two classes “under 16” and “over 16” Email entries to the MaisemoreFete2016@outlook.com by August 22nd. Great Maisemore Bake Off: Create a showstopper party cake and bring it to the Village Hall by 1.30pm on Fete Day To advertise call 01452 890242
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Index of advertisers
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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... ACCOUNTANTS
COVING SPECIALIST
OVEN CLEANERS
Abbeymead Accountancy and Taxation Centre 6
Rob Walters
Oven Busters
AIRCONDITIONING
Interior Needs
Charmont
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ELECTRICIAN
PLASTERER
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A D B Electrical Services 9 DMXpressions 13
DDM Plastering Tonys Plastering
ARCHITECT D2B Designs
BATHROOMS Aqua Bathrooms
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BLINDS Interior Needs Lindas Blinds
Michael Tuck The Property Centre
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FITNESS Zumba with Jane
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BOUNCY CASTLE HIRE
FITTED WARDROBES
Abbeydalebounce
Space Master
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BUILDING CONTRACTORS
FLOORING
Darren Mann
PJB Carpentry
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BUSINESS Web 4 Tradesmen
CARAVAN SERVICING GL Caravan Care
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CARPENTRY P J B Carpentry
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CARPETS Sapphire Carpets
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HAIRDRESSERS 19
HANDYMAN Colin Leigh Neil Thomas
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Hatton Court
Cotswold Computer Medic 7 Hop-2-it 10 Jemtek 32
M C Kitchen & Bathrooms 4 PJB Carpentry 5
CONSERVATORIES
Abbeydale Landscapes LMS
LANDSCAPING 10 11
LAWNMOWERS 8
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REMOVALS FIRM Lets Get Moving Swift Removals
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ROOFING INSTALLATION C & G Cladding
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SOCIAL CLUB Robinswood Hill Social 15 Saintbridge Sports Centre 31
SOLICITORS Dee & Griffin
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TREE CARE
Lucy Hatch Tuition
KITCHEN & BATHROOM FITTING
Cheltenham Mowers
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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
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COMPUTER MAINTENANCE
C & L Windows 25 Gloucester Conservatory & Window Warehouse 30
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AR Home Improvements 23 Dave Stevens 12 Paul Workman & Sons 24
Acorn Treecare Budget Tree Services
HOTELS 28
Beaven Installations Charmont TJ Robins The Gasman Wilkos Plumbing
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HOME DÉCOR Interior Needs
COMPLIMENTARY THERAPY Remedial Sports
Garden Delight Lawn Man Linden Tree Mark Dunkley Level One
COMMUNITY CENTRE Abbeydale Sports & Community Centre
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GARDEN MAINTENANCE 39
Al’s Window Cleaning
PLUMBING & HEATING 40 2
FASCIAS A1 Fascias
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PATIO CLEANING
CURTAINS
ESTATE AGENTS 16
BEDROOMS PJB Carpentry
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TUITION 29
VEHICLE AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE AC Automotive
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WINDOW CLEANER Al’s Window Cleaning Really Clean
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WINDOW INSTALLATION A & A Double Glazing C & G Cladding C & L Windows
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WINDOW REPAIR Cloudy 2 Clear 13 Longlevens Window Repairs 6
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