May 2013
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Dear Neighbour… Welcome to the July edition of your Abbey-Link. So Summer is officially here, and as I write this it certainly feels that way, the question is how long will this lovely weather last, will it make it to the Summer holidays!? With us now going into the final few weeks of the academic year, it’s the time of year when we start thinking about the Summer holidays, whether that’s going away or getting our homes and gardens ready for a few more BBQ’s and Summer parties. We have plenty of businesses on board who can help get your homes ready, and one of our garden maintenance companies, Jim’s Mowing, have given us a little insight into their business and how they can help you, read all about them on page 26. If you are hoping to get away, we have a few beauty therapists that can help you get ready, with Therapy by Sam Baggott on page 15 offering £10 off nightly lip treatments, The Beauty Spot who have great sunbed packages available, find them on page 14, and one of our new businesses to join us, The Steam Punk Rooms, on page 17, are offering a 20% discount to new clients. There are a few events taking place over the Summer that you may want to put in your diary. The NSPCC and Pied Piper are holding their annual Picnic Concert at Highnam Court in July, an evening of live music and laser shows, all the details of how to buy tickets are on page 37. If you enjoy music then pop along to an evening of Songs from the Shows taking place at St Lawrence Church in July see more on page 27. Tuffley Primary school have their annual Summer Fayre on 15th July, more details can be found on page 36 & a great local charity, The James Hopkins Trust, on page 39, are holding their Summer fete on 9th July, so please try to pop along to help a great cause, This month we are celebrating 5 years of publishing our sister directory, The Tuffley Link, so if you have a business, and are thinking of advertising, why not join us and take advantage of our birthday offer below and let us help you grow your business over the rest of the year. If you are still unsure about whether to advertise with us, take a look below at what the benefits of advertising with us are. Congratulations to Mr Keith Charsley, for winning the Sudoku, Cineworld tickets will be on their way out to you. To be in with a chance to win Cineworld Tickets, see page 31. Please feel free to email me your Sudoku entries if you so wish: sarah@thelinkdirectories.co.uk 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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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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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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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 Leaking gutters A common problem people are faced with after a heavy downpour of rain is that they find that their guttering starts to leak. This can simply just be a case of the gutter overflowing due to a build up of debris such as moss getting trapped, usually in the downpipe on a bend. Of course an easy fix is just to get it cleaned out. Another cause can be where the seals on a union (joint) have perished over the years and this is usually indicated by a constant dripping from the joint long after the rain has stopped. Many people may be tempted to try and seal the joint with a silicone sealant but this is rarely a long term fix. Also this makes a replacement at a later date more difficult as the old cured sealant must be removed from the guttering. The only real answer is to replace the offending union along with new seals that come with them. Many brands of guttering joints etc are of a fairly standard size but not all, so you may be lucky with just unclipping the joint and unscrewing the unit from the fascia. Replacement is the reverse procedure, you will however need a head for heights and good sturdy ladders, if you have neither then it may be best to leave it to a tradesman to give you a proper repair. 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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Film Releases for July 2017 7th July 2017
Spiderman: Homecoming Thrilled by his experience with the Avengers, young Peter Parker returns home to live with his Aunt May. Under the watchful eye of mentor Tony Stark, Parker starts to embrace his newfound identity as Spider-Man. He also tries to return to his normal daily routine -- distracted by thoughts of proving himself to be more than just a friendly neighbourhood superhero. Peter must soon put his powers to the test when the evil Vulture emerges to threaten everything that he holds dear. 14th July 2017
War for the Planet of the Apes Caesar (Andy Serkis) and his apes are forced into a deadly conflict with an army of humans led by a ruthless colonel (Woody Harrelson). After the apes suffer unimaginable losses, Caesar wrestles with his darker instincts and begins his own mythic quest to avenge his kind. As the journey finally brings them face to face, Caesar and the colonel are pitted against each other in an epic battle that will determine the fate of both of their species and the future of the planet.
Cars 3 Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast cars, the legendary Lighting McQueen finds himself pushed out of the sport that he loves. Hoping to get back in the game, he turns to Cruz Ramirez, an eager young technician who has her own plans for winning. With inspiration from the Fabulous Hudson Hornet and a few unexpected turns, No. 95 prepares to compete on Piston Cup Racing's biggest stage. 21sr July 2017
Dunkirk In May 1940, Germany advanced into France, trapping Allied troops on the beaches of Dunkirk. Under air and ground cover from British and French forces, troops were slowly and methodically evacuated from the beach using every serviceable naval and civilian vessel that could be found. At the end of this heroic mission, 330,000 French, British, Belgian and Dutch soldiers were safely evacuated. 24th July 2017
Captain Underpants George Beard and Harold Hutchins are two overly imaginative pranksters who spend hours in a tree house creating comic books. When their mean principal threatens to separate them into different classes, the mischievous boys accidentally hypnotize him into thinking that he's a ridiculously enthusiastic, incredibly dim-witted superhero named Captain Underpants
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Sudoku Complete the puzzle by 20th July 2017 and return, with your name and address, to The Abbey-Link, 30 Dancers Hill, Abbeymead, Gloucester, GL4 5TY or email sarah@thelinkdirectories.co.uk
to be in with a chance of winning 2 cinema tickets Sudoku puzzles are provided by www.sudokuoftheday.com – visit them and get a new Sudoku
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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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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... ACCOUNTANTS
CONSERVATORIES
OVEN CLEANERS
Abbeymead Accountancy and Taxation Centre 6 Gloucestersphere Accountants 27
C & L Windows 25 Gloucester Conservatory & Window Warehouse 23
Oven Busters
AIRCONDITIONING
COVING SPECIALIST
PARTY PROP
Charmont
Rob Walters
Love 2 Pose
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D2B Designs
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CURTAINS
ARCHITECT 6
Interior Needs
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PAINTER & DECORATOR SJ Elrick Decorating
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PATIO CLEANING 29
Al’s Window Cleaning
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BEAUTY THERAPY
DENTAL PRACTICE
PLUMBING & HEATING
The Beauty Spot 14 Therapy by Sam Baggott 15
Courtlands Dental Practice 17
BEDROOMS 5
A D B Electrical Services 9 DMXpressions 13
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Michael Tuck The Property Centre
Beaven Installations Charmont Mike Prawl Plumbing Pauls Plumbing The Gasman Wilkos Plumbing
PJB Carpentry
BLINDS Interior Needs Lindas Blinds UK Blinds
ESTATE AGENTS
BUILDING CONTRACTORS Cornerstone Design & Planning Darren Mann
ELECTRICIAN
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BUSINESS Dynamic Sales Solutions 33
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Swift Removals
FLOORING PJB Carpentry
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Dave Stevens 12 Paul Workman & Son 26 PJ Home Improvements 19
FITNESS Zumba by Jane Zumba with Regina
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GARDEN MAINTENANCE
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ROOFING INSTALLATION C & G Cladding
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Garden Care Services Jims Mowing Lawn Man Linden Tree Mark Dunkley
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Bespoke Garden Design 18
SKIP HIRE ALTERNATIVE
CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES
HAIRDRESSERS
Junk Away No Delay
Gloucester Academy of Music 16
Steam Punk Rooms
CHILDRENS PARTIES
HANDYMAN
Bohemian Kids
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Colin Leigh
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Interior Needs
CARAVAN SERVICING GL Caravan Care
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CARPENTRY P J B Carpentry
CARPETS Sapphire Carpets
GARDEN PLANTERS
CLEANERS Time 4 You
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COMPLIMENTARY THERAPY Remedial Sports
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Cotswold Computer Medic 7 Hop-2-it 10 Jemtek 34
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TREE CARE 35
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AC Automotive
M C Kitchen & Bathrooms 4 PJB Carpentry 5 10 11
LAWNMOWERS Cheltenham Mowers
SOLICITORS Davies & Partners Solicitors 19 Dee & Griffin 22
VEHICLE AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE
KITCHEN & BATHROOM FITTING
Abbeydale Landscapes Heritage Landscapes
Saintbridge Sports Centre 24
Budget Tree Services
LANDSCAPING
COMPUTER MAINTENANCE
SOCIAL CLUB
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HOME DÉCOR
COMMUNITY CENTRE Abbeydale Sports & Community Centre
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REMOVALS FIRM
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WINDOW CLEANER Al’s Window Cleaning
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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 7
LOCKSMITH Locksmiths Gloucester
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