May 2013
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Dear Neighbours, Welcome to the April edition of your Abbey-Link. I’m hoping that as you receive this months directory it will be safe to say that it looks like Spring is on it’s way. The clocks have now gone forward, and so it will mean the start to those evenings getting lighter and with that hopefully the weather starting to get a little warmer. Hopefully the weather will be kind with the Easter school holidays falling at the beginning of this month, and we can use the bank holidays to start to get outside a little more and get on with that Spring Cleaning around the house. The Abbey-Link has some great local businesses that can help with your Spring Cleaning, whether its inside or outside your home. Check out our index page on page 38 for a list of property maintenance and handymen that can help around your home, or gardeners and landscapers if you are looking to work on your garden, ready for the Summer months. Al’s Windows on page 19 can not only help clean your windows but also your gutters and conservatories too, getting the exterior of you home ready for Spring. If you are looking for events to fill your diary, St Lawrence church in Barnwood have their Annual Spring Fayre on 16th April, Heron School are holding their Spring Fayre in May, there is a football match being held at Tuffley Rovers against Aston Villa Old Stars in May with all funds being raised for the James Hopkins Trust, they’d love your support, and the Linc charity are holding an event in May where you can explore Secret London, more details of all these events are on pages 34 & 35. If you have a business with potential customers in this area, then let us help you get your offers and promotions out to them - our April offer is on page 20, helping you get your business in front of 1,000’s of homes for just a fraction of the cost. If you require any help with art work for your business, whether it’s for a new logo design, business cards, flyers or a new advert, this month we are launching Link Creative to compliment The Link Directories, see our introductory offer on the page 34. Give me a ring or drop me an email. To be in with a chance to win Cineworld Tickets, see page 37. This months winner is Shirley Walden congratulations tickets will be on their way to you. 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: 01452 521878 MOBILE: 07850 968348
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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 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
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
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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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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
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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Dave’s top tips Changing a lock There are a number of reasons why you may need to change the locks at home. Maybe you have lost your keys. The easiest lock to change is what is commonly called the Yale lock. This lock is actually called a night latch and the whole assembly does not need to be changed as the internal working latch, barrel or cylinder, can be changed independently of the rest of the mechanism. This allows you to use a new key that after all is the usual purpose of changing locks At the back of the door you will see the lock box. This is held on by two screws, which are located above and below the actual door latch. Release these screws completely and put them somewhere safe. You will then be able to wiggle off the lock box. When the lock box is removed you will see the locks back plate. This is the plate that holds the whole lot to the door. Sticking out of the back plate you will see a thin bar with grooves across its width. This is called the shank. Above the shank and to either side of it are two screw heads, which hold the barrel or cylinder to the back plate. Unscrew these and put them with the lock box screws. You should then be able to pull the barrel or cylinder out of the door. Take a new barrel or cylinder and lay it alongside the one you have just taken out. Measure the length of the shank and using a strong pair of pliers and a hacksaw, cut the new shank to the same length as the old. The grooves that are already partially cut in the shank are there to help you. When you have sawn a little way through the shank you should be able to bend it downwards to allow the shank to split in the correct place. Re assembling the lock is now a direct reversal of the procedure you used to
dismantle it. 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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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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The Beacon WI. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at the Redwell Centre In Matson at 7pm. We are a small, friendly group of ladies only too happy to welcome in new members /visitors. Some of our members enjoy a book club and we are currently working together on a project to Yarn Bomb an area of our community in celebration of the Queens 90th Birthday. Our March meeting saw us baking and exchanging Easter recipes and ideas and very tasty and enjoyable that evening was. On Tuesday April 5th there will be a demonstration on how to cut and make a loose cover for that much loved but some what tatty chair. The cost of the evening will be ÂŁ4 for non members which will include a raffle and refreshments. For anyone wanting to find out more information please contact Di Phillips 07766416192
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1st April Eddie The Eagle The story of Eddie Edwards, the notoriously tenacious British underdog ski jumper who charmed the world at the 1988 Winter Olympics. Starring Taron Egerton and Hugh Jackman 8th April The Huntsman Winter’s War As two evil sisters prepare to conquer the land; two renegades - Eric the Huntsman who previously aided Snow White in defeating Ravenna, and his forbidden lover, Sara set out to stop them. Starring Charlize Theron, Emily Blunt and Jessica Chastain Hardcore Henry A first-person action film from the eyes of Henry, who's resurrected from death with no memory. He must discover his identity and save his wife from a warlord with a plan to bio-engineer soldiers. Starring Tim Roth. 15th April The Jungle Book An orphan boy is raised in the jungle with the help of a pack of wolves, a bear, and a black panther. Starring the voice talents of Scarlett Johansson, Idris Elba, Bill Murray and Ben Kingsley. Criminal The memories & skills of a deceased CIA agent are implanted into an unpredictable and dangerous convict. Starring Ryan Reynolds, Gary Oldman and Kevin Costner Eye In The Sky Col. Katherine Powell (Helen Mirren) a military officer in command of an operation to capture terrorists in Kenya, sees her mission escalate when a girl enters the kill zone triggering an international dispute over the implications of modern warfare. Also starring Alan Rickman and Aaron Paul. 22nd April Friend Request When a college student unfriends a mysterious girl on-line, she finds herself fighting a demonic presence that wants to make her lonely by killing her closest friends. Bastille Day A young artist (Richard Madden) and former CIA agent (Idris Elba) embark on an anti -terrorist mission in France. Jane Got A Gun A woman asks her ex-lover for help in order to save her outlaw husband from a gang out to kill him. Starring Natalie Portman, Ewan McGregor and Joel Edgerton
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Sudoku Complete the puzzle by 15th April 2016 and return, with your name and address, to The Abbey-Link, 30 Dancers Hill, Abbeymead, Gloucester, GL4 5TY or email sarah@thelinkdirectories.co.uk
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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... ACCOUNTANTS
COVING SPECIALIST
LAWNMOWERS
Abbeymead Accountancy and Taxation Centre 6 Mark Giard CPA 22
Rob Walters
Cheltenham Mowers
OVEN CLEANERS
A D B Electrical Services 9 DMXpressions 13
Oven Busters
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ESTATE AGENTS
Naturally Clever Canines 22
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Alistair Bone Michael Tuck The Property Centre
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A1 Fascias
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Space Master
ARCHITECT D2B Designs Paul Karlsson
BEAUTICIAN Beauty Spot
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FASCIAS
BEDROOMS PJB Carpentry
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FITTED WARDROBES
BLINDS
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FLOORING
Lindas Blinds
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BOUNCY CASTLE HIRE
Kingfisher Flooring PJB Carpentry
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GARDEN MAINTENANCE
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BUILDING CONTRACTORS Darren Mann 11 Daveys Building Maintenance 17
BUSINESS Web 4 Tradesmen
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Garden Delight Lawn Man Linden Tree Mark Dunkley One Man went to Mow
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PLASTERER Tonys Plastering Beaven Installations Charmont Glevum Heating Ignition TJ Robins The Gasman
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
REMOVALS FIRM Swift Removals
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ROOFING INSTALLATION
GUTTER CLEANING
C & G Cladding
Al’s Gutter Cleaning
SOCIAL CLUB
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Karas Hair & Beauty
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Saintbridge Sports Centre 27
HAIRDRESSERS 25
SOLICITORS Dee & Griffin
HANDYMAN
CARPETS
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Dave Stevens 12 Elite Property Maintenance 33 PJ Home Improvements 32
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CARPENTRY
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PLUMBING & HEATING
GL Caravan Care
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PET CARE
CARAVAN SERVICING P J B Carpentry
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ELECTRICIAN
AIRCONDITIONING Charmont
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COMMUNITY CENTRE Abbeydale Sports & Community Centre
HEALTH & FITNESS
TREE CARE
Slimfitness
Budget Tree Services 32 Woodlands Tree & Garden Service 28
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KITCHEN & BATHROOM FITTING
COMPLIMENTARY THERAPY Remedial Sports
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SPORTS MASSAGE
Colin Leigh Neil Thomas
Sapphire Carpets
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COMPUTER MAINTENANCE Cotswold Computer Medic 7 Hop-2-it 10 Jemtek 33
CONSERVATORIES
Cotswold Installations 16 M C Kitchen & Bathrooms 4 PJB Carpentry 5 TBS 39
LANDSCAPING Abbeydale Landscapes LMS
7 Side Massage
VEHICLE AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE AC Automotive
Gloucester Conservatory & Window Warehouse 26
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WINDOW CLEANER Al’s Window Cleaning
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WINDOW INSTALLATION A & A Double Glazing C & G Cladding
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WINDOW REPAIR Longlevens Window Repairs 13
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 January 5. Contact 01452 306857 or see website www.gloucesterscd.btck.co.uk.
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