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Archives for July 2011

Bog Standard Bike
Can anyone recommend a basic bike for a 5'4" female (that's me!) which doesn't have about 1000 complicated gears and that is easy to get on and off - oh, and doesn't cost the earth? Or is there a nice friendly shop in Belfast where I wouldn't feel silly going and asking for such a bike?:o
Dublin airport
Hi, we (2 adults, 2 kids) are flying from Dublin airport in a few weeks and will be away for 15 nights. So far I've found airport parking for about 75Euro upwards and hotel/parking combo deals for about 150Euro upwards. These both seem quite pricey. I don't yet know how much a taxi would be but we're in South Down (N…
En-suite refurbishment
Hi there. Was just wondering if anyone knows of or can recommend someone to undertake an en-suite makeover i.e removal of old tiles, shower, toilet etc and replacing with new power shower/shower tray, new tiles and toilet? Obviously will have a budget but want a good job done that will not cost the earth. Any suggestions…
exchanging Euro's
Where is the best place to change 3300 euro I have in the bank in Dublin to sterling . Should I just ask the bank to give me sterling or should I change it here .
Flymo Strimmer Spares
Does anyone near Armagh stock these? i need a spool cover for a flymo contour.
Meat Wholesalers Craigavon
Hi all Just working on trying to cut down our monthly grocery bill and thought of bulk buying meat to save going to butcher every weekend. I have heard of Meat Merchant in Moira. Just afraid that I'd end up spending money on bulk and getting low quality meat from some place. Anybody any recommendations of anywhere? Thanks…
Need to get to Days Hotel at Dublin Airport
Hi. Heading to Dublin by train from Belfast in a few weeks and wondering what easiest and cheapest way to get to Days Hotel near Dublin Airport is? Thanks in advance of any assistance.
Best cinema within walking distance from Premier Inn Alfred St Belfast
Hi all, We have had tons of really helpful advice for our belfast break starting on Monday 1 Aug-3 Aug. I need a bit more info. We are staying at the premier Inn Alfred St and would like to go to a modern clean cinema within walking distance (10-15 mins) from the Premier Inn. Any ideas? Thanks in advance....:)
Need a little help my friends!
Hotels in Newry, I have to be in Newry for 10am... I was going to book the Lisburn Premier inn as its at 49.00 google maps says it will take 40 min to get to Newry in the morning a) is this realistic? b) Is there somewhere nice in the newry area to stay? (Bearing in mind ill have a child with me whos 2!) c) THANKS GUYS!…
Getting Australian Dollars
Hi All, I have a Northern Freedom account with the Northern Bank; is this of any use to me when I go to Australia next month for three weeks? I'm not sure what to do about the currency issue so any advice would be good (first time abroad).
Best end to sell ticket for eminemn
Whats the Best place to try and sell ticket for the above concert in August ? I'm not too sure about ebay ? anyone ?
Eating Out in Noth Antrim Coast
Hi - Heading up to Portballintrae in a couple of weeks for a family break. Any suggestions on were to go for good sit in food?, not to expensive and family friendly if possible. Anywhere in and around a 15 mile radius of Portballintrae would be good. Also any good chinese takeaways nearby (I love my Chicken Curry!!)
Tile Market
Does anyone know if the tile market in lurgan beside jollys pet shop is open? Went to het tiles I had left over but it seems to be shut !!
Entertaining a fourteen and Sixteen year old.
Sister visiting from London this Thursday to Monday. She has a 14 year old boy and 16 year old girl. Does anyone know of anything over this period that would interest kids of this age. We are in Bangor but will travel! Thanks :) (ps he is into things like games workshop and she is into sports and art and concerts and loves…
Upgrade Sky tv..how much?
Hello, anyone know any good deals available from Sky tv,would like to add Sports pack.
Joiner for smallish job
I need someone to fit new architrave and skirting boards in my kitchen/sunroom. Can anyone recommend anyone within travelling distance of Lisburn.
need tiles
hi all first post go easy lol..i need new floor tiles for kitchen floor..anybody no were i could get them..as cheap as poss..and wondering how much it would cost for tiler to lay them its 15 sq metres.. thanks
Ireland Family Locations
Hi we are heading to Dublin Zoo at the weekend and was wondering if anyone know of any other place we could go to in ireland that are fun for toddlers 2 and 3 yrs old - i thought about staying at trabolgan - but its just too far for a long weekend ! but its the sorta thing im looking for ! we are just back from dlp and on…
Any offers for Enniskillen/Irvinestown?
Looking for some offers for things to do, Will do Marble Arch caves but not too sure what else to do. Prob castle Archdale. anyone got any suggestions? Thanks
Dublin zoo
Does anyone know if there is anywere you can get cheap tickets into dublin zoo. Thinking of going on sunday never been b4,is it any good. thanks in advance:)

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