May 2013
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Dear Neighbours, Happy New Year to you all, I think I can just about get away with saying that as this is your first directory of 2018! Welcome to the February edition of your Abbey-Link….. How many of you have still kept your New Year Resolutions? I don’t personally set any, only because I think I’m setting myself up to fail - but I do like to take a look back over the past year and look at all that I managed to achieve, so look at the positives from the past year, both in business and as a family, the successes we had, the places we visited, friends we saw, memories we made, and then start thinking about what adventures 2018 may bring. If you have some events that need celebrating this year, big birthdays, or maybe engagements or even weddings, then Abbeydale Community Centre opposite & Saintbridge Sports Centre on the Inside Back Cover would be more than happy to help you out. To help you get ready for those events, why not pop along to Hardings Hair and Beauty Salon, formally Steampunk Rooms based in Quedgeley. They have just rebranded, and you can read more about them on pages 22 & 23, and take advantage of their offers available to new customers. The New Year is always a time when we might think about redecorating our home Interior Needs, page 27 are still offering 10% discounts during February with their advert , so take advantage and give your home a new look this year. To be in with a chance to win Cineworld Tickets, see page 31 . Have a great month - 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: 01242 680976 MOBILE: 07850 968348 Highfield House, The Leigh, Cheltenham, GL19 4AG
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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.
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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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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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)
CALL TODAY 01452 619883 OR 07817 337480 Please mention
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
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Dave’s top tips Frozen Condensate Pipe Over the last few cold months I have had a number of calls from people who have had problems with their boiler breaking down. The culprit boilers tend to be the modern and now common condensing combination type boiler. This is the type that heats water on demand with no immersion tank or loft header tank. The problem has been due to the extreme cold weather we have had over the last few years causing the condensate pipe to freeze and causing the boiler to shut down. This affects both hot water and heating. The cure should it happen is usually to thaw the pipe with warm water untill the condensate within the pipe runs freely, then a quick press of the reset button upon restarting the boiler and all should be well. However prevention is better than cure, So wherever possible exposed condensate pipe should be treated in the same manner as exposed water pipe and be properly lagged to prevent the ice forming within the pipe. An even better solution is to relocate the pipework so as it runs inside the building and flows into an internal trap such as you would find under the sink. This then mixes the hot waste water from the sink with the cold condensate and is in much less danger of freezing. Things to bear in mind are to ensure the new pipework runs downhill with no air traps as this can in itself cause a boiler to shut down. Also the water should be expelled into a sewerage drain rather than a fresh rainwater drain. A little bit of thought now could save many a cold night with no heating and a lot less aggravation in the future. 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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LANDSCAPES 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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FENCING BLOCK PAVING PATIOS ● TURFING DECKING HEDGE CUTTING
ALL ASPECTS OF LANDSCAPING Free Quotations & Fully Guaranteed
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Film Releases for February 2017 2nd February 2018 Phantom Thread Starring: Vicky Krieps, Daniel Day-Lewis, Lesley Manville Set in 1950's London, Reynolds Woodcock is a renowned dressmaker whose fastidious life is disrupted by a young, strong-willed woman, Alma, who becomes his muse and lover.
Roman J. Israel, Esq. Starring: Denzel Washington, Colin Farrell, Carmen Ejogo. Roman J. Israel, Esq., a driven, idealistic defence attorney, finds himself in a tumultuous series of events that lead to a crisis and the necessity for extreme action.
9th February 2018 Fifty Shades Freed Starring: Arielle Kebbel, Luke Grimes, Dakota Johnson, Jamie Dornan The third instalment of the 'Fifty Shades of Grey' trilogy.
The Mercy Starring: Colin Firth, Rachel Weisz, David Thewlis Yachtsman Donald Crowhurst's disastrous attempt to win the 1968 Golden Globe Race ends up with him creating an outrageous account of traveling the world alone by sea.
Tad the Lost Explorer and the Secret of King Midas Starring: Óscar Barberán, Michelle Jenner, Adriana Ugarte Tad Jones, the most awkward explorer, must rescue his beloved Sara from a millionaire who is looking for King Midas' necklace.
13th February 2018 Black Panther Starring: Dylan O’Brien, Thomas Brodie-Sangster and Rosa Salazar T'Challa, after the death of his father, the King of Wakanda, returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king.
14th February 2018 The Shape of Water Starring: Sally Hawkins, Octavia Spencer, Michael Shannon At a top secret research facility in the 1960s, a lonely janitor forms a unique relationship with an amphibious creature that is being held in captivity.
16thFebruary 2018 Father Figures Starring: Owen Wilson, Ed Helms, Glenn Close Upon learning that their mother has been lying to them for years about their allegedly deceased father, two fraternal twin brothers hit the road in order to find him.
23rd February 2018 I, Tonya Starring: Margot Robbie, Sebastian Stan, Allison Janney Competitive ice skater Tonya Harding rises amongst the ranks at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships, but her future in the activity is thrown into doubt when her ex-husband intervenes.
Dark River Starring: Ruth Wilson, Mark Stanley, Sean Bean Following the death of her father, Alice (Ruth Wilson) returns to her home village for the first time in 15 years, to claim the tenancy to the family farm she believes is rightfully hers. To advertise call 01452 890242
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Complete the puzzle by 20th February 2018 and return, with your name and address, to The Hucclecote-Link, 30 Dancers Hill, Abbeymead, Gloucester, GL4 5TY or email sarah@thelinkdirectories.co.uk
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Index of advertisers
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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory...
ACCOUNTANTS
CONSERVATORIES
OVEN CLEANERS
Abbeymead Accountancy and Taxation Centre 6 Padham Walburn Accounting Services 14
Gloucester Conservatory & Window Warehouse 20
Oven Busters
COVING SPECIALIST
Al’s Window Cleaning
Rob Walters
PLASTERER
ARCHITECT D2B Designs
CURTAINS 6
BEAUTY THERAPY The Beauty Spot 24 Therapy by Sam Baggott 25
BEDROOMS PJB Carpentry
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BLINDS Interior Needs Lindas Blinds UK Blinds
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BUILDING CONTRACTORS Cornerstone Design & Planning Darren Mann
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Interior Needs
Chris Lee Plastering 27
ELECTRICIAN A D B Electrical Services 9 DMX Electrical 13
Beaven Installations Ignition The Gasman
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AR Home Improvements 32 Dave Stevens 12 Your Home 14
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ROOFING INSTALLATION C & G Cladding
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SKIP HIRE ALTERNATIVE
FLOORING PJB Carpentry
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PLUMBING & HEATING
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FITNESS Zumba with Jane Zumba with Regina
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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
ESTATE AGENTS Michael Tuck The Property Centre
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PATIO CLEANING
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Junk Away No Delay
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GARDEN MAINTENANCE
SOCIAL CLUB Saintbridge Sports Centre 35
CARAVAN SERVICING
Jims Mowing Lawn Man Linden Tree Mark Dunkley
GL Caravan Care
HAIRDRESSERS
BUSINESS Dynamic Sales Solutions 15 13
CARPENTRY P J B Carpentry
Steam Punk Rooms 5
CARPETS Sapphire Carpets
COMMUNITY CENTRE Abbeydale Sports & Community Centre
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COMPUTER MAINTENANCE Churchdown Computers 13 Cotswold Computer Medic 7 Hop-2-it 11 Jemtek 9 Tech Help 16
SOLICITORS Davies & Partners Solicitors 17 Dee & Griffin 21
TREE CARE 22,23
HOME DÉCOR Interior Needs
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KITCHEN & BATHROOM FITTING M C Kitchen & Bathrooms 4 PJB Carpentry 5
LANDSCAPING Abbeydale Landscapes 16 Heritage Landscapes 10 GS Landscape Solutions 29
Acorn Tree Care Budget Tree Services
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WINDOW CLEANER Al’s Window Cleaning CDL Window Cleaning
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WINDOW INSTALLATION A & A Double Glazing C & G Cladding
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WINDOW REPAIR Longlevens Window Repairs 7
LAWNMOWERS Cheltenham Mowers
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