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Welcome to the September edition of your Tuffley Link. Wow where did those Summer holidays go, I do hope you all managed to enjoy the few nice days of good weather that we managed to get? September can feel a funny month, Autumn is just around the corner and yet we can sometimes have better weather than during August. For many September is the start of a new era, with many young ones taking their first steps into a new environment, whether that be primary or secondary school or moving on to college or university; it can be a time of new beginnings and uncertainty. In this house my youngest will be starting Senior school, so this will mean quite a new routine within the household and a definite feel of them all growing up now! If yours are flying the nest, then you may even feel a bit of empty nest syndrome setting in, in which case maybe we can help you with some events to put in your diaries.. September is a month many people help to raise money for Macmillian by holding coffee mornings, , and Interior Needs are combing their charity coffee mornings with also raising month from sales for The MS Society, read more on pages 12 & 13. Local charity James Hopkins Trust are holding a charity auction early in October, this should be a great evening and a great way to help raise much needed funds for this amazing charity, more details on the opposite page. If you like art, then The Fosseway Artists Autumn Exhibition is being held at Nature in Art this month - more details on page 15. On page 18 this month you will also notice that we have a couple of articles from local councillors, hopefully these will become regular articles to keep you up to date with local information. As we head towards the final quarter of the year (already!) and you would like to see if we can help you to grow your business, we have a great Autumn Offer that you might like to take advantage of, see more details on page 19. Congratulations to Stella Mitchell, for winning the Sudoku, Cineworld ticket will be on their way out to you. To be in with a chance to win Cineworld Tickets, see page 21. Please feel free to email me your Sudoku entries if you so wish: sarah@thelinkdirectories.co.uk Have a great September 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. Please mention when responding to adverts Printed by: The Color Company Tel: 01242 226332 www.thecolorco.co.uk
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ACCOUNTANCY AND TAXATION CENTRE
Accountants for the Tuffley and District 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 £ Less Than 15,000 15,000 30,000 40,000 60,000 75,000 90,000 Over 100,000
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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
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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LINDEN TREE GARDEN AND TREE MAINTENANCE All kinds of trees and hedges expertly felled, topped and pruned
GARDEN DESIGNED, MAKEOVERS AND RENOVATIONS JUNGLE CLEARANCE Friendly and reliable local company For more info visit www.lindentreegardens.co.uk
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LOCAL NEWS & INFORMATION LOCAL COUNCILLORS
Last May elections were held for Councillors to represent residents on Gloucester City Council for the next 4 years. In Grange Ward , often known as Lower Tuffley, Nigel Hanman and Steve Morgan were chosen. Both Nigel and Steve have represented the ward before but are keen to reach out to local people and community groups. One recent change is that local Councillors now have a small pot of money which they can use to help local groups to stage community events or extend existing facilities. Since May they have helped with the costs of the Tuffley Celebrates festival and free swimming sessions for children at Beaufort Sports Centre. So if any local group needs money to help people in the area then we will be happy to discuss the details.
Steve Morgan can be reached on 01452 520534 or Steve.morgan@gloucester.gov.uk and Nigel Hanman on 01452 303566 or Nigel.hanman@gloucester.gov.uk
Another green field set to disappear …. Residents and local Councillors are hugely disappointed that the City Council have granted permission for 250 homes to be built off Grange Road. The site is in Tuffley Ward next to the railway line and has been under consideration for some time. A representative of Tuffley Matters , a residents group which has been very active in opposing the plans , spoke with passion and authority at the Planning Committee meeting . Tuffley and Grange ward Councillors asked many questions , particularly about the increase in traffic problems which will inevitably result from this development. Despite sympathy for the residents and some acknowledgment about the other issues relating to school places and flooding concerns , the Committee could not find sufficient planning grounds to refuse the application - only the local
Councillors voted against. The next stage in the process is that the landowners/ developers will submit detailed plans concerning the house sizes and layout for a decision.
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 6. Contact 01452 306857 or see website http://www.gloucesterscd.btck.co.uk. To advertise call 01452 890242
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RON’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS A local handyman with over 25 years experience who can handle the jobs you can’t!
All types of Fencing repaired or replaced Gutters cleaned, repaired or renewed Walls re-pointed, Patios laid Paths and drives gravelled * Gable ends re-pointed Ridge tiles re-pointed or re-bedded Broken Roof Tiles replaced Shed roofs re-felted * Sheds & Fences painted All other types of painting - Inside or Out Turf laid - Bark chips for borders * All tree work undertaken Written, No obligation quotations, No deposits required Call now on: 0778885728 or 01452 489962 The customer is entitled to a 7 day cooling off period Please mention
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Film Releases for September 2016 .2nd
September 2016
Sausage Party A sausage strives to discover the truth about his existence. 9th September 2016
Captain Fantastic In the forests of the Pacific Northwest, a father devoted to raising his six kids with a rigorous physical and intellectual education is forced to leave his paradise and enter the world, challenging his idea of what it means to be a parent.
Free State of Jones Set during the Civil War, Free State of Jones tells the story of defiant Southern farmer, Newt Knight, and his extraordinary armed rebellion against the Confederacy. Banding together with other small farmers and local slaves, Knight launched an uprising that led Jones County, Mississippi to secede from the Confederacy, creating a Free State of Jones. Knight continued his struggle into Reconstruction, distinguishing him as a compelling, if controversial, figure of defiance long beyond the War. 16th September 2016
Bridget Jones's Baby The continuing adventures of British publishing executive Bridget Jones as she enters her 40s. 23rd September 2016
The Magnificent Seven (2016) Director Antoine Fuqua brings his modern vision to a classic story in The Magnificent Seven. With the town of Rose Creek under the deadly control of industrialist Bartholomew Bogue, the desperate townspeople employ protection from seven outlaws, bounty hunters, gamblers and hired guns. As they prepare the town for the violent showdown that they know is coming, these seven mercenaries find themselves fighting for more than money. 30th September 2016
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children When Jacob discovers clues to a mystery that spans different worlds and times, he finds a magical place known as Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. But the mystery and danger deepen as he gets to know the residents and learns about their special powers... and their powerful enemies. Ultimately, Jacob discovers that only his own special "peculiarity" can save his new friends. To advertise call 01452 890242
Sudoku Complete the puzzle by 15th September 2016 and return, with your name and address, to The Tuffley-Link, 30 Dancers Hill, Abbeymead, Gloucester, GL4 5TY or email sarah@thelinkdirectories.co.uk
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Index of advertisers
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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory… ACCOUNTANT Accountancy & Taxation Centre 4
ARCHITECT D2B Design
BATHROOMS Severn Vale Bathrooms BEDROOMS PJB Carpentry Space Master
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Cotswold Computer Medic
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PLASTERER
C & L Windows
Tonys Plastering
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Interior Needs A1 Fascias
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Rons Home Improvements 19
BUSINESS
Interior Needs 23
CARAVAN SERVICING GL Caravan Care
HANDYMAN HOME DÉCOR
Saintbridge Sports Club 1
TREE SERVICES Budget Tree Care 7 Woodlands Tree &Garden Services 9
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VEHICLE AIR CONDITIONING SERVICE
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AC Automotive
KITCHEN & BATHROOMS
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J R Landscapes LMS Landscaping
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MASSAGE THERAPIST
WINDOW INSTALLATION
Remedial Sports Therapy 14
C & L Windows
PATIO CLEANING
WINDOW REPAIRS
Al’s Window Cleaning 16
Cloudy 2 Clear Longlevens Window Repair
CARPETS Sapphire Carpets
ROOFING
PJB Carpentry
CARPENTER PJB Carpentry
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CARE HOME The Lawns
Lets Get Moving Swift Removals
SOCIAL CLUB 10 8
BUILDERS iRenovate Building Solutions 8 Web 4 Tradesmen
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RD Home Improvements 15
GARDEN MAINTENANCE Linden Tree
Wilkos Plumbing
REMOVAL COMPANY
FLOORING PJB Carpentry
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PLUMBER
FASCIAS 6 11
Handywoman Gloucester 6 Paul Workman & Son 14
CONSERVATORIES
BOUNCY CASTLE HIRE Lawn Man Abbeydalebounce
PROPERY MAINTENANCE
CURTAINS
BLINDS Interior Needs Lindas Blinds
COMPUTER MAINTENANCE
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WINDOW CLEANING
LANDSCAPING 5 9
Al’s Window Cleaning 16 17 9 6
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