The Poole Hamworthy Edition
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Introduction
The Poole Directory Dear Poole Residents, - Hamworthy Edition Edition 83
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Stephen & Debbie Corney at Dorset Directories Ltd
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Copy deadline for the December 2017 edition: 13th November 2017
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I do love November and Bonfire Night. It is as special today as it was when I was young. The family fun atmosphere, the burgers, hotdogs and burning wood smells in the air. The cold, wrapped-up darkness with bright lights suddenly appearing all over the night sky. Oh yes! I do hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Please keep the pets safe though. Nellie, the Dorset Directories Campervan, has been very excited this month after purchasing a new friend at “Rockley Park”. What an adventure that has been. Do have a read. Your little Directory is full of useful local information as well as good local trades people who just love to help you. Stephen and I really appreciated you calling them when you need their services. We have been promoting local businesses for over ten years now and are still as passionate as ever to keep the local community thriving. The winner of the October prize wordsearch was Patricia Broad. Very well done to you! Who will be the lucky winner this month? If you would like a copy of Nellie’s little book which is full of fun puzzles and stories, please give me a call! It could be a great Christmas stocking filler. Wishing you an exciting month of November! Best Wishes,
Debbie & Stephen Corney
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Julian Fellowes to be guest reader at Julia’s House Carols by Candlelight Actor and writer Julian Fellowes of Downton Abbey fame will be among the guest readers at this year’s Julia’s House Carols by Candlelight at Wimborne Minster on Wednesday, 6th December. Tickets are on sale now and there has already been a lot of interest from people wanting to book following previous sell-out dates. The event, now a firm favourite in the Dorset Christmas calendar, is well known for lively mix of celebrity readers, music – this year there will be performances by the Funky Little Choir and Lockyer’s Middle School Choir from Corfe Mullen – plus traditional carols There are usually one or two surprises in store for those attending. Last year, Julia’s House Ambassador and AFC Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe and his son popped in to support the event. Doors open at 6.15pm for a 7pm start. Following the candlelit concert guests will be invited to stay on and
enjoy mulled wine and mince pies. Tickets cost £15 for adults and £5 for under-12s. They are available online at Juliashouse.org/carols17 or by calling the fundraising office on 01202 644220. Carols by Candlelight will be raising funds to support families with lifelimited children across Dorset and Wiltshire. Julia’s House, which this year opened a children’s hospice in Wiltshire, is also hosting a second Carols by Candlelight at St John’s Church, Devizes, the previous night (Tues 5th). For further information about the Wiltshire concert please call 01380 562525. Below: Julian Fellows
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ADVERTORIAL
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company policy of delivering the highest standards possible at all times. ‘Our service is simple. If your double glazing has misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 25 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people money, although that obviously helps. Whilst a number of tradespeople perhaps don’t focus on customer care as much as they should do, we make sure we turn up when we say we will, do the job the customer requires and leave their house as clean as a whistle. Locally Cloudy2Clear service the 3RROH area and
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Do you have a property to sell or let in HAMWORTHY? your local, Hamworthy estate agent have been selling and letting homes here for over 14 years. With an office located on the busy, main Blandford Road (168, opposite the Old First School development) we are ideally placed to market and manage your property, whatever your requirements. Combine our location with extensive property exposure via local media, ‘Rightmove’, ‘Zoopla’ etc, we offer an unrivalled service with, we would like to think, a professional, personal and friendly touch. Our team (Simon, Jenny, Steve, Suzanne or Angela) are experiencing a busy 2017 and urgently need properties for a waiting list of both buyers and tenants.
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Wildlife News
Talking about Wildlife...
Wildlife Adoptions Red Squirrels and seahorses are in need of help, so this autumn, treat yourself or a loved one to a special wildlife gift with a Dorset Wildlife Trust wildlife adoption.
This time of year, the red squirrel can be seen scurrying around the woodland floor collecting nuts for winter and jumping between trees on Brownsea Island, in Poole Harbour, Dorset. The popular red squirrel, a native species, has been in decline for many years, but Brownsea Island, owned by the National Trust, is proud to give a home to a population of 200 of these enchanting creatures. The island is one of the few safe havens for the reds in the South West. They can be seen by visitors for most of the year but are particularly active during the autumn as they prepare for winter. It’s the perfect time of year to make a daytrip to the beautiful nature reserve, managed by Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) on Brownsea Island. By adopting a red squirrel for just £20, DWT can help ensure that the habitat which is so important for their survival on the island is maintained and managed for many years to come.
Marine Protected Areas in our waters. We also need to continue to educate, inspire and engage people about the value of Dorset’s fabulous marine environment. This is all done through our marine conservation work, which is part of the Marine Conservation Fund. Adopting a seahorse will allow us to continue this work. Adopting either a seahorse or a red squirrel this autumn for £20 each, will not only make a unique and wonderful gift for yourself or a loved one, but will contributing to conservation work in Dorset. Each pack comes with an adoption certificate, soft toy, pin badge and information about the species. Buy online at www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org. uk/wildadoptions or ring 01305 264620 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm). By Sally Welbourn Red Squirrel making eye contact
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Meanwhile, on the Dorset coast, lives a less visible but just as unique and enchanting species, the seahorse. The seahorse is the subject of much conservation concern as a result of its declining habitat. DWT is working to get protection and wise management established for more of Dorset’s seas through the creation of
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Thinking of moving into a care home? We’re here to help Situated in the heart of the Hamworthy community, Dorset House provides compassionate residential and dementia care at a realistic cost. Whether you’re looking for a new home or a short respite stay, we offer a warm welcome, comfort and peace of mind. To request a brochure, arrange a visit or find out more, contact
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Wimborne’s Festival In 1951 a Souvenir Programme for Wimborne’s Festival was produced, covering a series of events from the 10 to 16 June of that year. It was organised to celebrate the Festival of Britain. Local organisations involved in the Festival included local schools and churches, the British Legion, Boy Scouts and Fire Brigade. The programme began on the Sunday with services held at the churches in the town. On the Monday the Urban District Council organised the Beating of the Bounds, the ancient custom of walking the boundaries of the parish. The circular route started and ended at Knob Crook. Bowls and tennis tournaments, and cricket matches were played over the week. There was a Schools’ Day on the Wednesday, the local schools putting on a ‘display of physical exercises’ and ‘maypole and country dancing’ at the Recreation Ground, and an ‘arts and crafts exhibition’ in the Wimborne Boys’ Council School. The Festival concluded with a ‘Historical Pageant’ organised on the Saturday. There were two performances starting from Park Lane and processing to the Recreation Ground. The pageant was based on Queen Elizabeth’s granting of a charter in 1563 to the Grammar School. The organisers made it clear that there was no evidence that the Queen attended in person. The pageant
The cast of Episode 3 in the ‘Pageant of Wimborne’. This episode was undertaken by Toc H. The pageant was written and directed by L.H. Mottram
showed the Queen’s arrival, received by the town’s dignitaries and entertained with a pageant of displays of archery, dancing, local craft and music
Opening times: 3 Jan-31 Mar and 1 Nov-23 Dec 2017, Mon-Sat 10am-4pm 1 Apr-31 Oct 2017, Mon-Sat 10am-4.30pm Sound! 1 Dec - 31 Mar 2018 Exhibition exploring communication, dialect and music.
The Great Pudding Stir Sat 9 Dec - 10am-4pm Stir a bowl of Mrs Beeton’s Christmas pudding mix, make a wish and taste the finished product. The house will be festively decorated. Adult £1.50, Child £1
Standard admission price unless indicated otherwise. For further information and details of additional events please contact the museum on 01202 882533 or visit our website at www.priest-house.co.uk
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Parkstone Camera Club Interested in photography? Our new season is underway. Beginners and experienced photographers are equally welcome at the club - whether you are interested in landscape, portraiture, still life, black and white, natural history, action, people, street or architectural photography. Our friendly, social evenings with top class speakers and inter-club competitions can help you improve and appreciate the camera and digital software skills. We meet 7:30 each Wednesday at Church of the Holy Angels, Lilliput Road, Poole, BH14 8JX . Why not come along and find out more or check out our web site: www.parkstonecameraclub.org.uk
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The Adventures of Nellie The Dorset Directories Camper Van Nellie, our aging, playful campervan has a new friend! Age is a funny thing isn’t it. We all grow older yet we do not necessarily feel any different. Of course times change and we have to try and keep up where we can, and as nellie knows we get various aches and pains, but fundamentally we stay young at heart. Well Nellie likes to think so. Hayden’s grandparents live all the way up in Hull and Nellie was getting concerned about this. Grandma does not want to move from the house she has lived in for 53 years (who can blame her) and Hayden is settled in school, air cadets, surf life-saving etc etc here in the South. So how do we solve this ‘problem’ of moving times for the best of everyone? There is not an easy answer and what maybe good for one family may not work out for another. Here’s what Nellie did... She got Grandma and Grandad to buy a wonderful caravan on “Rockley Park”! Nellie had taken
Nellie can relax there too...
Debbie with Grandad at “The Retreat”
us a few times to have a look around the site, so when Grandad suggested that the house was getting a bit too much for them, but Grandma did not want to sell or move, this seemed like a great solution - and it is! They can visit whenever they want, they have their own space with now a wonderful view of the sea, a beach with a cafe, the owner’s club, swimming pools and a gym. Not that we have used the latter yet... But what more can you want? There is a fishing lake for Dad, water sports facilities for Hayden, entertainment in the evenings, restaurants, fish and chips, pizzas that can be delivered to your door, a mini market and even crazy golf, archery and climbing. The yearly ground rent is quite sizable, but if we rent out the caravan for several weeks of the year we can hopefully cover some of those costs. Nellie had it all figured out. After the purchase Nellie took
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Stephen, myself and Hayden to try it out. Well, it had to be done didn’t it! Stephen bought a 3 man blow up canoe from an advert on Facebook and off we set. We really do love it. The van is one row back from the front with a wonderful little balcony which is perfect for that cup of coffee, and a biscuit in Grandma’s case, whether the sun is shining or not. Which is just as well in November! A lazy morning was had by all and then we had the ‘bright idea’ to take the canoe out. That is where the fun started. I was all geared up in a life jacket and rather unflattering wet suit. How come Hayden looks so the part in his wet suit and I look something like a beached whale? Nellie found that funny too... But then she would. I would like to see her in one! Anyway off we trotted. It all seemed fine, leisurely, peaceful and just what we needed. Then, I saw the water - in the boat! “There is water coming in.” I voiced. “Don’t be silly Mum, it is just the splashing of the paddles.” was the rather unperturbed response from Hayden. “There is water coming in!” I expressed more loudly, “There is water coming in!” I repeated even louder. After the fourth, rather
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agitated attempt I was finally believed! There were now at least three inches of water indeed IN the boat. Stephen and Hayden paddled like billy-o and we just made it to the shore before sinking entirely. I must have looked like an injured whale now, desperately trying to get out of a rubber boat almost totally submerged under the water. Stephen looked at me, “Oh yes, about that bung at the back...” He declared with an apologetic, appealing grin. It was all pretty funny really and I am sure the people on the beach found it rather amusing, to say the least. Maybe we should take some of those water sports lessons before embarking on anything more adventurous. The rest of the day was spent calming down and reading in the van. “The Retreat” we call it and it certainly is that. Grandma and Grandad have now been to stay too and have absolutely loved it. “I could live here.” Grandma smiled. Grandad smiled too. Maybe, Nellie has found that perfect solution for us, to a problem we did not think we could find. Good old Nellie! Whatever will she do next? By Debbie Corney
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Gardening Tips
On Your Plot Feeling Fruity
Few flavours compare with that of fruit freshly picked from the garden. Much of the fruit available in the shops (particularly the supermarkets) has been grown for it’s ability to travel well rather than it’s flavour and may have been picked well before it’s arrival on the shelf. If you fancy apples from your own tree, or a bowl of raspberries fresh from the garden, now is the time to act.
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• Start to harvest parsnips after the first frosts. • Tidy up your greenhouse or polytunnel, wash out pots and seed trays before storing ready for the Spring • Sow hardy peas or broad beans ready for an early crop next year. • Use netting or chicken wire to protect your broccoli and cabbages from hungry pigeons. • If you haven’t already done so, plant garlic and shallots. • If your rhubarb is taking over, lift and divide the crowns before replanting.
If you are anything like me you will spend ages drooling over pictures of bushes dripping with blackcurrants or gooseberries, trees laden with apples, or bowls full of luscious raspberries but struggle to get to grips with the realities of production on your own plot! Patience is a virtue that is definitely required for growing your own, and this is particularly so with fruit trees and bushes. I have to confess to having an inclination to move on with anything that requires more than a few months to give a decent crop, but with most fruit you just have to force yourself to take the long term view and now being the proud owner of a 2 year old gooseberry bush and raspberry canes I can assure you that the waiting is worthwhile! Think carefully about where you will grow your fruit. Trees require lots of space (but are a wonderfully attractive addition to your plot) while bushes may be incorporated in your borders, but will probably need some protection if you aren’t going to loose a lot of fruit to the birds.
Late autumn is an ideal time to add fruit to your plot as trees and bushes will be entering their dormant period. It is important to buy healthy plants and to ensure that they are dormant as they will transplant more successfully. If you are ordering from a reputable mail order nursery they are likely to arrange delivery to coincide with the best time for planting. You should also get instruction on how to plant and care for your new tree or bush. Trees such as apple or plum may be grafted onto a variety of different rootstocks - this sounds complicated but all you really need to know is what effect this will have on the final size of the tree. If you have limited space it is possible to buy dwarf varieties some of which can even be suitable for container growing. Pollination is also an important consideration, some varieties are self-fertile and do not need a pollinator, while others may require another variety planted close by to act as a pollinator. When planting your tree out it may benefit from staking and protection around the base. One ‘fruit’ that is a little different and very easy to grow is Rhubarb. Rhubarb is actually classified as a vegetable, but certainly tastes good used like a fruit in crumbles and pies. November is the perfect time to plant out dormant crowns. Although these can be bought from nurseries Rhubarb tends to spread well when established and needs to be divided every few years so it is often possible to obtain surplus crowns from friends or neighbours. Plant your crown with the buds just above the soil and water well the first year. Once the plants have become established you can look forward to harvesting a good crop of delicious pink stems from Spring onwards very welcome as the first ‘fruit’ of the year.
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Established in 1992, Ovenclean are the UK’s original oven cleaning specialists transforming ovens and other kitchen appliances so they look “as good as new”. Your local specialist, Tracy Whittaker, who covers the Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and surrounding areas uses 100% caustic soda free products, which ensures a safe, hygienic and fume-free environment. This causes minimal disturbance to your home, family and pets and means that appliances are ready to use immediately after cleaning. We understand that scrubbing a greasy oven is one of the most hated household chores, so why not let Tracy take the stress out of your run up to Christmas. Sit back, relax and enjoy a “brand new” cooker for Christmas!
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Auto Biographies Motoring
2017 Seat Leon FR By Tim Barnes-Clay, www.carwriteups.co.uk
I’ve just spent seven days behind the wheel of the newest Leon – the three or five-door hatchback from Spanish automaker, SEAT. The contemporary model isn’t groundbreaking in looks – more progressive – and that is no bad thing. After all, why take a scalpel to an already fetching face? The Leon’s cousin is the VW Golf – and that, too, has been fine-tuned of late. The Spaniard is better looking than the German, but then beauty lies in the eye of the beholder. It’s less pricey to purchase, as well. I drove the FR Technology five-door variant, equipped with a 1.4 TSI 150 petrol unit. What’s different? Well, the Leon’s lights and grille have been given a slightly sharper look, but you’d have to really squint to notice. Then the FR model has been given full LED headlights, and its twin tailpipes denote that it has more spirit than the Leon’s below it. The hatchback’s six-speed manual transmission is easygoing and meticulous in finding the correct gears. The steering is nicely responsive, too. Might stems from the 1.4 petrol turbo powerplant – a smart unit that locks off half the cylinders, which helps conserve fuel. The Leon, in FR guise, is not a hot-hatch, but it’s a warm hatchback, with zero to 62mph realisable in 8.0 seconds. Additionally, due to that cylinder shut-off ingenuity, you can squeeze 57.6mpg out of the tank. The Leon FR Technology’s strength is tallied with good handling, and the SEAT adheres to apexes like epoxy resin. This is due to the FR’s 17-inch alloys and dropped suspension. The only disadvantage is the hard ride, which is perceptible on pitted road surfaces. Luckily, well-padded seats help make up for the car’s rigidity, and they’re
fantastic at keeping you supported when entering and exiting tight bends. The SEAT Leon’s cabin is well-judged, with ample room in the front and rear. Natty touches, for example: piano black trim, a touchscreen system and an electric handbrake, make the car’s interior feel chicer than the preceding model’s. The touchscreen tablet-esque media system kicks most of the buttons that used to be in the Leon to the kerb. This tidies the instrument panel up no end. Regrettably, regularly having to hunt for a function on the touchscreen can prove a little disrupting at times. The FR gets surplus kit packed into it as well, comprising: Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; sat-nav; rear parking sensors; dual-zone climate control and cruise control. Furthermore, the boot is more than adequate, with a load capacity of 380 litres. It’s not the largest, but it equals the Golf’s – and it trounces the popular Ford Focus’ boot, which only offers 316 litres. So, yes, there is far more to the new SEAT Leon than its looks. It’s unquestionably less conformist than a Volkswagen Golf or a ubiquitous Ford Focus, and you happen to get a lot of motor for your money. Also, the 1.4 TSI 150 powerplant offers more ‘oomph’ than lesser petrol-propelled Leons. Plus, it’s quicker and less costly to buy than the 150ps diesel version..
Pros ‘n’ Cons • Fine-looking √ • Cost-effective √ • Performance √ • Equipment √ • Stiff Ride X
Fast Facts • Max speed: 134mph • 0-62 mph: 8.0 secs • Combined mpg: 57.6 • Engine: 1395cc 4cyl petrol turbo • CO2: 114 g/km • Price: £21,350
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Tastes so good... Parkin cake
A Northern England cake often associated with Bonfire Night, ideally made at least a day in advance.
Ingredients 100g butter 100g soft brown sugar 100g treacle 100g golden syrup 225g plain flour ½ tsp mixed spice ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda ¼ tsp salt 1 egg 200g oatmeal 140ml milk
1. Preheat oven to 180c/Gas Mark 4. Grease and line a approx. 20cm/8-inch square tin. 2. Gently melt the sugar, butter, treacle and golden syrup in a pan – allow to partially cool. 3. Add the sifted, dry ingredients and mix well. 4. Add the milk and egg and beat well until combined and smooth. 5. Tip into the tin and bake for about 40-60 minutes until firm and a skewer comes out clean. 6. Store in an airtight container for a day or so before slicing and eating for a moist and tasty autumn cake.
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Learn to make a Christmas Wreath with a Twist We are pleased to announce that ‘Cottononto-Sewing’ are returning to Lulworth’s Create at the Cove following a very successful Gingerbread man launch event in October. Why not join Amanda for a festive day of sewing on the Jurassic Coast?
We are now taking bookings for the ‘Learn to make a Christmas Wreath with a Twist’. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn how to create a stunning hand-made Christmas decoration, a fitting centre piece in any house this Christmas! The day is from 10am-4pm, the price is £55pp which includes all your materials. You are welcome to bring your own lunch, or tuck in to freshly made to order sandwiches, soup of the day with a crusty roll plus lots more available from our café. Tea or regular coffee will be provided with our compliments during the morning and afternoon break. Please secure your reservation early to avoid disappointment by phoning 01929 400270.
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Index of advertisers
Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... Attractions Create at the Cove....................... 37
Driveways White & Sons............................... 24
Plasterers D Browne Plastering.................... 17
Bathrooms K & B Installations....................... 19 P L H Heating & Bathrooms.......... 3
Electricians Lytchett Bay Electricals................. 7
Plumbing & Heating Gas Tec Heating & Plumbing........ 9 P L H Heating................................ 3 Supreme Heating & Gas.............. 20 Ultraheat Plumbing & Heating..... 1
Bars & Restaurants Banana Wharf............................. 21
Embroidered Workwear The Funky Peach........................... 6
Beds The Bed Store............................... 5
Estate & Letting Agents Anthony David............................. 40 Turners......................................... 13
Blinds, Curtains & Shutters Ashley Blinds................................. 3 Broadview Shading Solutions...... 14 Tuscany Blinds............................. 45
Garage Services MTS Motors................................. 35 Trickett Welding........................... 17
Books Dianetics...................................... 22 CAD Design Services Randall Designs............................ 7 Cameras Rocky Rock Cameras.................... 31 Carpets & Flooring Carpet Barn.................................. 5 Peter Newman Flooring............... 24 Community News Adventures of Nellie.................... 26 Dorset Wildlife Trust: Wildlife Adoptions.................... 16 Julian Fellowes to read at Julia’s House candlelit service.............. 8 Motoring: 2017 Seat Leon FR...... 34 On your plot: Feeling fruity.......... 28 Parkstone Camera Club............... 22 Poole Town FC.............................. 12 Priest’s House Museum............... 18 Tastes so good: Parkin Cake......... 36
Puzzles & Competitions Kids Page..................................... 10 Prize Wordsearch......................... 33 Sudoku......................................... 22 Residential Care Homes Care South: Dorset House............ 17 Royal Bay Homes.......................... 2
Gifts & Coffee Shops Molly’s Den................................... 3
Salt Suppliers Wessex Salt.................................. 30
Health & Wellness Poole Foot Clinic.......................... 31 Shake ‘n’ Tone.............................. 25
Social Groups BrendonCare Clubs...................... 23
Insurance Claims Services Aspray......................................... 19 Kitchens K & B Installations....................... 19 Locksmiths Poole Key..................................... 23
Social Media Services Mike’s Online Academy............... 22 Stairlifts DCS & County Stairlifts................ 14 Trailer Sales & Services Wessex Trailers............................. 6
Loft Ladder Installations Loft Services.................................. 6
Tree Surgeons Apex Tree Surgeons..................... 29 RHV.............................................. 30
Newsagents Hamworthy News........................ 13
Web Design Services Poole Web Designers.................... 9
Oven Cleaners Ovenclean.................................... 32 Oven King.................................... 31
Will Writing Services Dorset Wills................................. 20
Computer Services & Training Best IT Tutors............................... 32 PCs Made Simple.......................... 7
Osteopaths Parkstone Osteopaths................. 23
Windows, Doors & Conservatories Allglaze........................................ 15 Cloudy2Clear Windows................ 11
Draininge Services All Drains Cleared........................ 23
Painters & Decorators Decorating by Wright.................. 30
Worktops Portman Stone............................. 39
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