May 2013
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Dear Neighbours, Welcome to the November edition of your Abbey-Link. Last month we were celebrating publishing The Link Directories for 13 years. We started out with just the Abbey-Link going to 2500 homes and now we publish the Abbey-Link, Hucclecote Link and Tuffley Link directories and distribute to 16,500 homes. We think this is a great achievement and would like to take the opportunity to say a huge ’Thank you’ to all our readers, advertisers and distributors for helping us achieve this mile stone. I’m sorry, but Christmas is now around the corner, so if you are the one that organises the Christmas parties, perhaps you can find what you are looking for in the Abbey-Link. With Hatton Court on the opposite page and Bowden Hall on page 21, both advertising their festive party nights, make sure you reserve your space quick so you don’t miss out. Perhaps you are looking to book your own Christmas event and are looking for a venue to hold it - why not try any of the social clubs we have advertising with us; Abbeydale Community Centre on page 25, Robinswood Hill on page 31 and Saintbridge Social Club on page 28. All are great venues for a party. Local churches are also holding Christmas fayres this month, so if you are looking to make a start on that shopping read more detail on page 33. Congratulations to Terry Andrews for winning this months Cineworld tickets, if you would like to be in with a chance of winning 2 Cineworld Tickets, give our Sudoku competition a try on page 33. Good luck and have a great month .... Sarah
The Link Directories (Gloucester) Ltd cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services that appear in this magazine. Printed by: The Color Company Tel: 01242 226332 www.thecolorco.co.uk
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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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- FULL HEATING SYSTEMS - BOILER REPLACEMENTS - POWER FLUSHING - COOKERS AND FIRES INSTALLED - ANNUAL SERVICING - LANDLORDS SAFETY CHECKS - BATHROOMS & EN SUITES - GENERAL PLUMBING ALL WORK GUARANTEED FREE QUOTATIONS CALL ADAM ON: 07890 390220 OR VISIT www.a-m-nelmesheating.co.uk
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 Removing wall tiles Removing wall tiles can be an arduous task depending on the original adhesive used. Before you start ensure that any sanitary ware is protected from scratching from falling tiles.Using a bolster line it up to the edge of the tile at an angle as close to the wall as possible and strike it with a hammer. You will probably find the first few tiles to be the hardest to remove. If standard adhesive was originally used the tiles should come away fairly easily from a solid wall, any excess adhesive stuck to the wall should be removed with a scraper. If the wall is made of plasterboard be prepared to have to re-board the wall as the adhesive may well damage the wall. In some cases it is just easier to rip down the plasterboard and renew it. Work your way around the tiles chipping from the edges until all the tiles are removed. Bear in mind small fragments will fly off so gloves and safety glasses are a must. If the tiles were originally fitted with a cement-based adhesive, then be prepared to spend a lot of time to remove them, and probably allow to replaster the walls afterwards. 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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Website: thegasmangloucester.co.uk Email: info@thegasmangloucester.co.uk
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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 November 2018 2nd November 2018 The Nutcracker and the Four Realms Starring: Keira Knightley, Omid Djalili, Morgan Freeman All Clara wants is a key – a one-of-a-kind key that will unlock a box that holds a priceless gift from her late mother. A golden thread, presented to her at godfather Drosselmeyer's annual holiday party, leads her to the coveted key—which promptly disappears into a strange and mysterious parallel world. It's there that Clara encounters a soldier, a gang of mice and the regents who preside over three Realms: Land of Snowflakes, Land of Flowers and Land of Sweets. Clara must brave the ominous Fourth Realm, home to the tyrant Mother Ginger, to retrieve the key and hopefully return harmony to the unstable world.
9th November 2018 The Grinch Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch The Grinch tells the story of a cynical grump who goes on a mission to steal Christmas, only to have his heart changed by a young girl's generous holiday spirit. Funny, heartwarming and visually stunning, it's a universal story about the spirit of Christmas and the indomitable power of optimism. When the Whos declare they are going to make Christmas three times bigger this year, the Grinch realizes there is only one way for him to gain some peace and quiet: he must steal Christmas. Will the Grinch succeed in silencing the Whos' holiday cheer once and for all?
16th November 2018 Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Starring: Eddie Redmayne, Jude Law, Johnny Depp, Zoe Kravitz At the end of the first film, the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald was captured by MACUSA (Magical Congress of the United States of America), with the help of Newt Scamander. But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escaped custody and has set about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald's plans, Albus Dumbledore enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead.
21st November 2018 The Girl in the Spider’s Web Starring: Claire Foy, Stephen Merchant Lisbeth Salander, the cult figure and title character of the acclaimed Millennium book series created by Stieg Larsson, will return to the screen in The Girl in the Spider's Web, a first-time adaptation of the recent global bestseller.
30th November 2018 Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck It Ralph 2 Starring: John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman, James Corden, Alan Tudyk Join Ralph and Vanellope in their newest buddy-comedy adventure, and explore the worldwide web in a whole new way... with humour, heart and some unexpected guests that only Disney can bring along! Vanellope von Schweetz and Wreck-It Ralph leave the arcade world behind to explore the uncharted and thrilling world of the internet. On a quest to save Vanellope's racing game, how will these two misfits ever succeed in this vast new world?
Creed 2 Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson, Dolph Lundgren, Sylvester Stallone Life has become a balancing act for Adonis Creed. Between personal obligations and training for his next big fight, he is up against the challenge of his life. Facing an opponent with ties to his family's past only intensifies his impending battle in the ring. Rocky Balboa is there by his side through it all and, together, Rocky and Adonis will confront their shared legacy, question what's worth fighting for, and discover that nothing's more important than family.
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Sudoku Complete the puzzle by 15th November 2018 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 every day!�
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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory...
ACCOUNTANTS Abbeymead Accountancy and Taxation Centre 6 Correct Balance 13 Ilex Accounting 18
ARCHITECT
COMPUTER MAINTENANCE
KITCHEN & BATHROOM FITTING
Churchdown Computers 13 Cotswold Computer Medic 7 Hop-2-it 11 Jemtek 9
M C Kitchen & Bathrooms 4 PJB Carpentry 5
LANDSCAPING
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CONSERVATORIES
Abbeydale Landscapes Heritage Landscapes
Gloucester Conservatory & Window Warehouse 26
LAWNMOWERS
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BEAUTY THERAPY
COVING SPECIALIST
OVEN CLEANERS
The Beauty Spot 15 Therapy by Sam Baggott 14
Rob Walters
Oven Busters
BEDROOMS
Interior Needs
D2B Designs
BATHROOMS Severn Vale Bathrooms
PJB Carpentry
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Adult Education 17 14 16
BUILDING CONTRACTORS Cornerstone Design & Planning Darren Mann
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BUSINESS Dynamic Sales Solutions 29
CARPENTRY P J B Carpentry
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CARPETS Sapphire Carpets
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CARS PJJ Car & Commercial
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CLEANER Time for You
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Al’s Window Cleaning
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PLASTERER 20
EJ Plastering
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ELECTRICIAN
PLUMBING & HEATING
A D B Electrical Services 9
AM Nelmes Beaven Installations The Gasman
ESTATE AGENTS Michael Tuck The Property Centre
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FITNESS Zumba by Jane
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FLOORING PJB Carpentry
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FOOTCARE Elisabeth Ann Footcare
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GARDEN MAINTENANCE Gardening Plus Lawn Man Linden Tree Mark Dunkley
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Interior Needs
Abbeydale Sports & Community Centre
HOTELS Bowden Hall Hotel Hatton Court
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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE AR Home Improvements 30 Budget Property Maintenance 10 Dave Stevens 12 PJ Home Improvements 23 Premier Trades People 27
SOCIAL CLUB Robinswood Social Club 31 Saintbridge Sports Centre 28
SOLICITORS Dee & Griffin Tayntons
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VEHICAL SERVICING
HOME DÉCOR
COMMUNITY CENTRE 25
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PATIO CLEANING
EDUCATION
BLINDS Interior Needs Lindas Blinds UK Blinds
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CURTAINS
Cheltenham Mowers
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Glos Tek Auto Services
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WINDOW CLEANER 21 2
Al’s Window Cleaning
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WINDOW INSTALLATION A & A Double Glazing
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WINDOW REPAIR Longlevens Window Repairs 7
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