November 2012
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Dear Neighbours, Welcome to your November edition of your Abbey-Link. Its that time of year again, and when you receive this, the clocks will have gone back, and it will start to feel as though Winter is now approaching. With the darker mornings and dark evenings - now’s the time when the heating starts to get put back on (if it hasn’t already!) We have some great plumbers in the Abbey-Link and many of them have some great offers on, so why wait, give them a call now and see what they can do for you. You can find out who they are on our index on page 42.
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With also only a few weeks to go until the end of the year, November is a time where we start thinking about Christmas and all the planning and preparation. If bikes are on the Christmas list this year - Slam 69 in on our doorstep and is a great local family bike shop - see page 13 or more info. If you have already booked your Christmas nights out, but are looking for a bit of pampering before hand to help you get ready for the parties ahead, we have some great local beauty and massage therapists - see pages 16,17 & 40 for more details.
If you are planning to go away over the festive period and are looking for someone to look after your pets whilst you are away - we have a couple of local pet carers with a great reputation. on page 12 Remember we can be found on our Face book page; www.facebook.com/TheLinkDirectories or on twitter; www.twitter.com/@Sarah_Gerken we would love to connect with you.
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A.G. GRIFFITHS PLUMBING, HEATING AND ELECTRICAL SERVICES • • • •
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Full Heating systems Boiler repairs and replacements Fully fitted bathrooms Complete plumbing services include leaks and faults Annual servicing and safety inspections
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All aspects of electrical work undertaken Extra sockets, outside lights All works and parts guaranteed Free quotations
Telephone :01452 290078 Mobile:07973324634 27 Abbots Road , Abbeymead, Gloucester GL4 5GF
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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 * Limited Company Accounts 15,000 100 * Limited Company Formation 30,000 150 * Partnership Accounts 40,000 180 * Self Employed Accounts 60,000 210 * Management Accounts 75,000 230 * Business Start Ups 90,000 240 Over 100,000 By Negotiation 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
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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
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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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 Abbey-Link when responding to adverts
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ABBCARE Installations • • • • • • • •
Conservatories P.V.C Doors P.V.C Windows Fascias & Gutters Brickwork Alterations Extensions Home Improvements Misted Sealed Unit Replacement All P.V.C work includes 10 year Manufactures guarantee
Grahame Wright Tel: 01452 546349 Mob: 07765 902002
R. H. NELMES PLUMBING AND HEATING Gas Safe Registered
Burst pipes ● Replacement taps ● Kitchen sinks ● Toilets ● Radiators ● Bathroom Installations ● Tiling ALL WORK GUARANTEED City & Guilds Qualified
POWER FLUSH HEATING SYSTEM LOCAL ABBEYDALE RESIDENT
CONTACT: Cat Flaps also fi ed
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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 Please mention Abbey-Link when responding to adverts
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Fantastic Tan The Ultra Fast Spray Tan in the comfort of your home Sun Kissed & Sexy the healthy way
Simply have one for a special Occasion Weddings, Christening, Balls/Prom, Holidays. Or just to make you feel brighter
Call Jackie to make an appointment 0796 790 8396 Discounts for parties Gift Vouchers available
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Master Sheds Unit D, Sudmeadow Road Hempsted, Gloucester, GL2 5HG Tel: 01452 314011 www.mastersheds.co.uk To advertise call 01452 890242
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www.saintbridgesportscentre.co.uk Tel: 01452 303768 To advertise call 01452 890242
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Autumn discounts! Beautiful Block paving, Paths & Patios. Fencing Sheds & Gates. Turfing, Pruning Major makeover to small tidy up Call the experts on for a free fixed quote on
01452 521226 Find us @ http:// www.ghscivilsltd.co.uk/
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Gardening Tips for November from Garden Delight..
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Flowers, Tubs and Borders Finish planting out spring bulbs, November is an especially good month to plant Lilies and Tulips, in both cases if you have a heavy soil put a little coarse grit in the bottom of the planting hole to aid drainage. Plant deciduous hedges such as beech and hawthorn. Trim over your summer flowering heathers, removing the old flower stems keeps them compact and will encourage fresh new growth next spring and stop the plants becoming woody. Plant up a few Paperwhite Narcissi in pots to bring inside to flower for Christmas. Take hardwood cuttings of shrubs.
Lawns You will most likely need to make the final cut of the year, make sure the blades on the mower are set high and the grass is dry when you cut. If it’s not too wet or cold you can carry on laying turf until the end of the month.
Fruit and Vegetables Harvest and store late varieties of Apples and Pears. Plant ‘soft’ fruit’ this month for cropping next summer. November is the right month to buy and plant Raspberry canes, Blackcurrants, Redcurrants and Gooseberries. Protect Cauliflower ‘curds’ by bending a few leaves over the centre. Leeks and Parsnips can be left in the ground until required for use; the flavour will improve after the first frost. Bring in some roots of Chives, Mint and Parsley pot up and grow on the kitchen window sill for fresh foliage all winter. Sow Aquadulce Claudia Broad Beans to over winter and gain a head start to harvest next June. Plant out Garlic bulbs by the end of the month, they like a fertile well drained sunny position.
Greenhouse Check greenhouse daily opening vents on sunny days to regulate the temperature and increasing ventilation to cut down on pest and disease. But make sure to close up on frosty nights and check insulation is in order for when it gets really cold. When watering avoid splashing on leaves as this can cause mildew and other fungal diseases. Plant of the month – Viburnum bodnantense ‘Dawn’- larger growing shrub, upright in habit reaching 2.5 metres in height. Clusters of highly scented flowers cover the plant November- February. Ideal for the back of the border where its dark green purple tinged foliage provide a great back drop for spring and summer flowering shrubs, the shrub then comes into its own during the winter months when the masses of flowers brighten up any garden. Easy to grow but prune back after flowering to keep compact and under control. Check out our web site .. www.gardendelight.co.uk Disclaimer – these tips are the result of many years experience in gardening however no guarantees can be Please mention Abbey-Link when responding to adverts given. Remember there are principles to successful gardening but no formulas.
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FENCING & LANDSCAPING SPECIALISTS • • • • •
BLOCK PAVING FENCING PERGOLAS RERE-POINTING CONCRETING
PATIOS GATES GARDEN CLEARING SHED BASES
COMPETITIVE PRICES DISCOUNT F OR OAP’S OVER 25 YRS EXPREIENCE WE WILL BEAT ANY REASONABLE QUOTE
www.glosfencing.co.uk TEL: 01452 722548 MOBILE: 07841 753082 ALSO SUPPLIER OF SAND, GRAVEL & ORNAMENTAL GRAVEL
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GARDEN AND TREE MAINTENANCE All kinds of trees and hedges expertly felled, topped and pruned
FENCING BLOCK PAVING PATIOS ● TURFING DECKING HEDGE CUTTING
ASPECTSOF OFLANDSCAPING LANDSCAPING ALLALL ASPECTS
All Interior & Exterior Work Undertaken
Free Quotations & Fully Guaranteed
Tel: 01452 614123 Mobile: 07787 182434
GARDEN DESIGNED, MAKEOVERS AND RENOVATIONS JUNGLE CLEARANCE Friendly and reliable local company For more info visit www.lindentreegardens.co.uk
Call Bob on 01452 535696 (24 hour answering service)
Mobile 07957545926
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C.D.L CHRIS LEE PLASTERING CONTRACTOR For all your plastering needs big or small For smoothing over artex, ceilings or walls, To garage conversions Just give me a call 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE INTERNAL & EXTERNAL DOMESTIC / COMMERCIAL LOCAL ABBEYDALE RESIDENT
Tel: 01452 538328 Mobile: 07879 410369
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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November 2012 Release’s Friday 2nd November SILENT HILL: REVELATION 3D Heather Mason and her father have been on the run, always one step ahead of dangerous forces that she doesn't fully understand, Now on the eve of her 18th birthday, plagued by horrific nightmares and the disappearance of her father, Heather discovers she's not who she thinks she is. The revelation leads her deeper into a demonic world that threatens to trap her forever. Based on the best-selling videogame series of the same name.
Friday 9th November ARGO In 1979, the American embassy in Iran was invaded by Iranian revolutionaries and several Americans are taken hostage. However, six manage to escape to the official residence of the Canadian Ambassador and the CIA is eventually ordered to get them out of the country. With few options, exfiltration expert Tony Mendez devises a daring plan: to create a phony Canadian film project looking to shoot in Iran and smuggle the Americans out as its production crew. With the help of some trusted Hollywood contacts, Mendez creates the ruse and proceeds to Iran as its associate producer. However, time is running out with the Iranian security forces closing in on the truth while both his charges and the White House have grave doubts about the operation themselves.
Friday 16th November THE TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN – PART 2 Bella is enjoying her new life and new powers, after the birth of their daughter, Renesmee. Soon, however, their family bliss is threatened again, by a new menace. Vampire Irina believes a childlike Renesmee could challenge the power and existence of the Volturi. As Irina rallies the Volturi to destroy this potential threat, Bella and the Cullens - together with any allies they can assemble - are preparing to fight a crucial, ultimate battle, to protect their family.
Friday 23rd November NATIVITY 2: DANGER IN THE MANGER! This sequel to the popular British comedy sees a new teacher (David Tennant) take over. When he enters his school in the National 'Song for Christmas' Competition, he and his pregnant wife, and the schoolchildren, embark on an epic road trip that ends up with a birth and a donkey, where he must embrace his fears and become a hero.
Friday 30th November RISE OF THE GUARDIANS 3D When the evil spirit Pitch launches an assault on Earth, the Immortal Guardians (including Santa Claus, The Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy), team up to protect the innocence of children all around the world. To advertise call 01452 890242
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Sudoku - Complete the puzzle by 20th November 2012 and return, with your name and address, to Abbey-Link, 30 Dancers Hill, Abbeymead, Gloucester, GL4 5TY to be in with a chance of winning 2 cinema tickets How to Play Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9, with no repetition! That's all there is to it. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic there’s no maths involved and no adding up. It's fun. It's challenging. It's addictive!
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R W BATHROOM AND TILING Bespoke Bathroom Installation Tiling Service Specialist in Natural Stone Free Quotation No Obligation Contact Rob Tel: 01452 531858 Mobile: 07970 259494 To advertise call 01452 890242
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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- 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
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Helena Faith CMD presents a... Makeup Masterclass An intimate evening aimed at real women who want to learn how to apply makeup effectively. • Full demonstration with the chance to apply your own eye make up alongside, with a Q&A session to learn tips from the trade. Includes complimentary drink on arrival and your very own “how to eye shadow kit” including brushes and colour! Only £25 – Limited tickets! TO BOOK, CONTACT KERRY ON: www.helenafaith.co.uk kerry@helenafaith.co.uk 07501220314 / 01452 621163
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Index of advertisers
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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... ACCOUNTANTS Abbeymead Accountancy and Taxation Centre 6 Hucclecote Accounting & Taxation Services 25
ADVERTISING The Best of Gloucester
Chris Lee
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BATHROOM INSTALLATION 36 25 23 19
BEAUTY THERAPY Body Flair Elegant Beauty Natural Creations
BEDROOMS 14
BIKE SHOP Slam 69
A D B Electrical Services Cleevely Electrical Glevum Electrical Hammond Electrics
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ESTATE AGENTS Michael Tuck Parkers Estate Agents
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Kingfisher Flooring PJB Carpentry
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GARDEN MAINTENANCE Garden Delight Just a Mow Linden Tree Mark Dunkley
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Lindas Blinds
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Petals
BUILDING CONTRACTORS
HOLIDAYS
Darren Mann SWJ Construction
Portugal Villa
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CARAVAN CARE GL Caravan Care
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P J B Carpentry Richleigh Carpentry
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Easy Iron
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M C Kitchen & Bathrooms PJB Carpentry TBS Kitchens
CARPETS Sapphire Carpets
CHILD CARE Prickles Childcare
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Bohemian Beads
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CLEANERS Cleaning Solutions
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KITCHEN & BATHROOM FITTING 39 14 23
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Abbeydale Landscapes Grants Landscaping LMS
COMMUNITY CENTRE
LAWNMOWERS
Abbeydale Sports & Community Centre
LOFT LADDERS
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COMPLIMENTARY THERAPY Chiropractic Wellness Centre 16 Over The Moon 16 Remedial Sports 16 Simply Tranquil 17 The Relaxation Rooms 16
Cheltenham Mowers Elite Loft Ladders
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OVEN CLEANERS Oven Busters
Andy Handy Man Bright Sparks Care & Repair GHS Civils Ltd J C Property Maintenance
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ROOFING INSTALLATION C & G Cladding Fantastic Tan Master Sheds Saintbridge Sports Centre
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SOLICITORS Dee & Griffin Treasures
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TREE SURGEON Acorn Treecare
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VETS AAS Vets
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WEIGHT PLAN Cambridge weight plan
LANDSCAPING
CHILDRENS PARTIES
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SOCIAL CLUB
IRONING SERVICE
CARPENTRY
A G Griffiths A M Nelmes Beaven Installations Charmont Easy Plumbing Glevum Heating N Boothroyd R H Nelmes The Gasman
SHEDS
HOTELS Hallmark Hotel Hatton Court
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PLUMBING & HEATING
SELF TANNING
GREEN GROCERS
BLINDS
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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
FLOORING 40 40 17
PJB Carpentry
Abbey Pet Care Animals at Home Nails and Tails
PLASTERER
ELECTRICIAN
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PET CARE
Gloucester Conservatory & Window Warehouse 14 Taylors Conservatory Care 36
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R W Bathrooms & Tiling Severn Vale Bathrooms TBS Bathrooms Will Oliver Installations
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CONSERVATORIES
ARCHITECT ASW Design D2B Designs Paul Karlsson
Cotswold Computer Medic Gamlin Software Solutions Hop-2-it Jemtek
PAINTERS & DECORATORS
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AIRCONDITIONING Charmont
COMPUTER MAINTENANCE
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WINDOW INSTALLATION A & A Double Glazing Abbcare C & G Cladding DJ Doors & Windows Elements Glass Fix Glazing
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WINDOW REPAIR Cloudy 2 Clear 15 Longlevens Window Repairs 37
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