May 2013
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Dear Neighbours, So that’s it…..Summer holidays are just about over & it’s back to school. Start of a new era with many children starting new schools or universities. It’s the end of an era for local solicitors Dee & Griffin, with Kieron Griffin taking retirement, read more about this on page 33. If you are looking to grab a bargain and help raise money for charity at the same time, Interior Needs are holding a 2 day charity event this month where they are selling ex display stock at discounted rates - see page 30 for more details. Take advantage of our 2 for 1 offer from the Veranda Lounge this month. Formally The Vinings, based in Gloucester Quays, this Indian restaurant has had a fantastic make over and now offers delicious fine dining Indian food for all the family, you can read more about it from my review and find the discount code on pages 20 & 21. Finally - I’m going to mention the ‘C’ word - yes our thoughts will soon turn to Christmas, so if you are looking to book your office party, check out Hatton Court on the opposite page - you’ll have a great night! Congratulations to Gilll Steadman , 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 25. 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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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 Types of sealant Silicone sealants Silicone sealants are not water based so they do not need to dry to go hard, they go hard through a chemical process occurring as a reaction with air. This process is called curing. Silicone sealants are waterproof, can be used outdoors for a variety of waterproofing jobs and come in many colours including clear.
Water based sealants These sealants and fillers are water based and usually used for gap filling down the sides of architraves or in the top of skirting boards. Again they are supplied in many colours and can be over-painted, some can be sanded and the white ones can sometimes be stained but check on the tube if this is the case.
Roofing sealants Roofing and gutter sealants are highly flexible, completely waterproof and can be used, as the name suggests, for sealing leaks in gutters and flat roofs. The surface must be absolutely free from dust to get the best possible seal. 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 September 2017 1st September 2017 The Limehouse Golem In 1880 London, a police detective investigates two intertwined cases: the hunt for a serial killer known as the "Limehouse Golem," and a murder mystery involving a famous actress who may have poisoned her husband. 8th September 2017 IT Director Andy Muschietti adapts Stephen King's 1986 tale of seven children banding together to fight off a shapeshifting, child-killing clown wreaking havoc on their small town. 15th September 2017 Victoria and Abdul Victoria & Abdul is an upcoming British-American biographical drama film directed by Stephen Frears and written by Lee Hall. It is based on the book of same name by Shrabani Basu, and on the real-life relationship between Queen Victoria and her Indian servant Abdul Karim. American Assassin Author Vince Flynn's fictional counter-terrorism expert Mitch Rapp evades a vengeful Arab mogul in this action/ adventure movie directed by Michael Cuesta and stars Michael Keaton and Dylan O'Brien. 22nd September 2017 Kingsman: The Golden Circle When their headquarters are destroyed and the world is held hostage, the Kingsman's journey leads them to the discovery of an allied spy organization in the US. These two elite secret organizations must band together to defeat a common enemy. 29th September 2017 Flatliners Flatliners is an upcoming American science fiction psychological horror film directed by Niels Arden Oplev and written by Ben Ripley. The film is a sequel to the 1990 film of the same name, and stars Ellen Page, Diego Luna, Nina Dobrev, James Norton, Kiersey Clemons and Kiefer Sutherland, and follows five young medical students who attempt to conduct experiments that produce near-death experiences.
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Sudoku Complete the puzzle by 20th September 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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Kieron Griffin Retirement Founding partner of Dee & Griffin Solicitors retires after providing over 34 years of legal advice across Gloucestershire For over 30 years Kieron Griffin has been providing legal advice to the people of Gloucestershire and has now earned himself a well-deserved retirement. Kieron has proved himself to be a multi-skilled solicitor providing legal advice across a range of different areas including residential and commercial conveyancing, family law, wills, probate and powers of attorney. Kieron was born in Gloucester and educated at the Crypt School and Leicester Polytechnic. He was admitted as a solicitor in 1983 and in 1989 he and Andrew Dee were the founding partners in the firm of Dee and Griffin at Hucclecote Court. The firm has grown and expanded and now has two further offices, in Quedgeley and Cheltenham. Until his retirement from the Board last year, he had been a non-executive director at Holloway Friendly in Gloucester for many years and he is the Clerk to the Verderers Court in the Forest of Dean, a post held for almost 35 years. He is retiring from practice at the end of July and is aware his wife has already made a list of jobs for him to do at their home in Staunton! He will hopefully be able to spend more time on his hobbies and many interests, including walking, cycling and generally keeping fit. Recalling a particular career highlight Kieron said ‘I was once responsible for completing the sale of an entire mortgage book of many hundreds of mortgages to a building society. It went through without a hitch!’ One of the more memorable events in Kieron’s career came when representing a client who unfortunately suffered with alcohol and mental health issues in the Magistrates Court. When asked if he had anything to say, he spoke eloquently and at some length, but referred to every male as “John” including myself and the two male magistrates! The lady Chair he called Doris!’ Kieron looks forward to leaving behind the bombardment of emails which are a relatively modern device. Kieron said ‘When I started, secretaries had electric typewriters and Tippex for errors but were not allowed to use on wills and deeds so they had to retype if they made a mistake! We had no computers or mobile phones and I recall we were all really excited when we had a cutting-edge piece of equipment installed – the fax machine! I now spend most of my day tapping on a computer keyboard but we still seem to generate an increasing amount of paper!’ He would like to take this opportunity to thank all his clients for their support over his many years in practice and although sad to be leaving, he is nevertheless delighted that Dee and Griffin is going from strength to strength with the remaining four partners and dedicated staff who will continue to provide an excellent service to his many clients and their families and friends. Kieron said, ‘Whilst I am sad to leave I can do so in the knowledge that my clients are being left in the capable hands of all at Dee & Griffin. The handover has been complete and I would encourage anyone out there looking for legal advice for property, family law, and wills and probate to get in touch’. Managing Partner Julian Jenkins said ‘Kieron is unique in comparison to most solicitors in his ability to provide expert advice across a number of completely different legal areas. The modern mentality is to pick one area of law and stick to it. We won’t see many of his like again.’ Kieron has one last message ‘My final piece of advice would be to sort out power of attorney which can be vital when dealing with unexpected issues in life. I have seen first-hand the value of having this in place to really help families through unexpected and difficult times.’ For legal advice regarding property, family law, wills, probate and power of attorney contact Dee & Griffin Solicitors on 01452 617288, info@deeandfriffin.co.uk or www.deeandgriffin.co.uk
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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 22 Gloucester Conservatory & Window Warehouse 14
Oven Busters Al’s Window Cleaning
ARCHITECT
COVING SPECIALIST
PLUMBING & HEATING
Rob Walters
D2B Designs
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The Beauty Spot
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Courtlands Dental Practice 17
ELECTRICIAN
Beaven Installations Ignition Mike Prawl Plumbing Pauls Plumbing The Gasman Wilkos Plumbing
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A D B Electrical Services 9 DMX Electrical 13
Dave Stevens
Interior Needs
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BLINDS Interior Needs Lindas Blinds
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DENTAL PRACTICE
BEDROOMS PJB Carpentry
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CURTAINS
BEAUTY THERAPY
BUILDING CONTRACTORS
ESTATE AGENTS
Cornerstone Design & Planning Darren Mann
Michael Tuck The Property Centre
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BUSINESS
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PJB Carpentry
GL Caravan Care
GARDEN MAINTENANCE
CARPENTRY P J B Carpentry
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CARPETS Sapphire Carpets
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Jims Mowing Lawn Man Linden Tree Mark Dunkley
CHILDRENS PARTIES
HAIRDRESSERS
Bohemian Kids
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Steam Punk Rooms
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Interior Needs
CLEANERS Time 4 You
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HOTELS
Abbeydale Sports & Community Centre
Hatton Court 16
COMPUTER MAINTENANCE Cotswold Computer Medic 7 Hop-2-it 10 Jemtek 9
The Veranda Lounge
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ROOFING INSTALLATION 7
SOCIAL CLUB SOLICITORS Davies & Partners Solicitors 28 Dee & Griffin 32
SKIP HIRE ALTERNATIVE Junk Away No Delay
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TREE CARE Budget Tree Services
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VEHICLE AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE
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AC Automotive
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WINDOW CLEANER 2
KITCHEN & BATHROOM FITTING
Al’s Window Cleaning A & A Double Glazing C & G Cladding C & L Windows
LANDSCAPING
WINDOW REPAIR 10 11
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WINDOW INSTALLATION
M C Kitchen & Bathrooms 4 PJB Carpentry 5 Abbeydale Landscapes Heritage Landscapes
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RESTAURANTS
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HOME DÉCOR
COMMUNITY CENTRE
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Saintbridge Sports Centre 39
FLOORING
CARAVAN SERVICING 11
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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
C & G Cladding
FITNESS Zumba by Jane
Dynamic Sales Solutions 29
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PATIO CLEANING
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Cloudy 2 Clear 13 Longlevens Window Repairs 7
LAWNMOWERS Cheltenham Mowers
********************************** Please note your diary that Hartpury Drama Group will be performing “Things Aint What They Used To Be” on 24th and 25th November in Hartpury Village Hall **********************************
8 Scottish Dancing at Kings School, Gouda Way, Gloucester. Tuesdays 7.30pm - 10.00pm. Beginners welcome. Cost £2.50 (Members £2) but first night FREE. New Session starts September 5. Contact 01452 306857 or see website http://www.gloucesterscd.btck.co.uk
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