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Archives for September 2007

Edinburgh - door stripping
searched for this, surprised hsn't been asked before - I will need some doors stripped when I move next month. Any recommendations. I would prefer collection, but can take them off and deliver reasonable distance if the price/quality is right!
Good Tiler in Glasgow
Hi, Does anyone know a good tiler in Glasgow to half-tile a bathroom? Much appreciated. nellie
best shop/site for new bathroom, Glasgow?
Hi, Just wondered if there any views on the best (ie best value) shop or even website for buying a new shower, basin and wc? I live in Glasgow. I will also post on local money saving board. Thanks everyone, rhm.
Midweek carvery restaurant in Glasgow area?
I'm having trouble finding a carvery restaurant in the Glasgow area for a Wednesday evening. Has anyone any suggestions? It could also be EK or Hamilton area.
Is Hallowe'en becoming more popular?
Have to confess I love Hallowe'en and really enjoy my vicarious 2nd childhood. Just wondered what folks think - IS it becoming more popular here? Also want to let you know of a couple of special events in Lothians: 1. Steam 'n' Scream Hallowe'en Weekend (27 & 28 Oct) at Bo'Ness & Kinneil Railway, Bo'Ness, West Lothian.…
Things to do in Ayr please
Hi we are off to Ayr next week for a Caravan hol with our 2 yr old. I would appreciate any suggestions of things to do to keep LO entertained. We have a car so a wee drive will be ok. Any places for nice inexpensive meals that are family friendly too would be helpful. Also where is good for shopping? This cold weather has…
next sale
next 2 day sale starts this saturday and sunday
100% increase in caravan fees.......any advice?
:confused: hi there i have just registered so hope i am in the right place! has anyone been in my situation? i have a static holiday caravan on a site in scotland, new owners have recently taken over and are increasing the fees by 100%. many of us are having to let our caravans go for very little or no money as we can't…
Christmas/New Year in Edinburgh 2007
Tickets on sale early if you register your interest according to the news, although apparently the website experienced some problems this morning. http://www.edinburghshogmanay.org/ http://www.edinburghshogmanay.org/buy-tickets
www.priceyourmeal.com - help!!
Hi I wonder if any of you lovely people would know the answer to this. I have never used www.priceyourmeal.com before but after recommendations my boss (who has also never used it), registered, bid and won a meal for 2 with wine and coffees at the Tapaell'ya in Glasgow. According to the terms and conditions, he was meant…
asian supermarkets in scotland?
I thought we could make a list of Chinese, Indian and Thai etc supermarkets or grocers in Scotland. These shops tend to be gems for cheap spices, herbs and sauces. One I know of is [EMAIL="Thai@Haymarket"]Thai@Haymarket[/EMAIL], this shop is just round the corner from Haymarket station in Edinburgh. It sells loads of…
Gretna Gateway Outlet Village Privilege Card
link to site with all information http://www.gretnagateway.com/ In addition to the low prices you can obtain further discounts by using the privilege card obtained by filling out the on-line form http://www.gretnagateway.com/privilege_customer_card/
Free Daren Hayes Tickets
Hi. I'm not really sure where to post this. I won a competition for two Daren Hayes tickets. They're for todays gig in the Clyde Auditorium in Glasgow. I can't go as i live in Aberdeen so if anyone wants them they can be collected from the Box Office today. They're apparently reserved under my email address which i
OUTDOOR GEAR 75% off loch lomond
Does tha make any sense? We were at Loch Lomond shores this sept weekend and there's an outdoor gear shop closing down and everything is 25% off or more. There is some really excellent stuff including golf, fishing and hiking gear and kids. I've never been there before so couldn't vouch that it's not one of these…
Traditional Barber? Tayside area
My OH is looking for a tradtional barber that will do the whole treatment style sgave - with hot towels and cut throat razor etc. Does anyone know of any barbers in teh tayside area that offer this service?
Dj required clydebank
Hi,:beer: I'm looking for a dj to play a silver wedding in the clydebank area, 3rd november, 70's 80's to modern, can anyone help?:j Thanks!:T
Clairvoyant Dundee
Hi does anyone know of any good Clairvoyants in Dundee area. thanks
Scottish Water rates v meter
Anyone know if it is cheaper by meter or rateable value for water rates this year of £709 (water & waste water charge). Family of wife and 3 teenage girls. Water consumption is normal - washing machine on once a day and say a 5-10 minute shower p.p.plus other general consumption. Meter would be for cost when kids leave but…
Riding Holidays for Kids and Adults, Lanark
I have put this on the travel board, but thought I'd put it here too. I have just had a letter offering a week's riding holiday for kids at www.scottishequestrianhotel.com for £265 instead 0f £310 during October. My daughter and her cousin went there in the summer and loved it. They had been before for lessons and shows…
Spreebook - Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Tayside, Norwich
Spreebooks for 2007/2008 out now. These books are great and have loads of vouchers for eating out, takeaways, shopping, sports etc. Whilst there is a charge for the cost of the book you normally claim the cost back in about 2 outings. With the vouchers lasting a year you'll definitely get your money back more than several…

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