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Recommend Painter/Decorator in Angus area
Can anyone recommend a good reasonable priced painter/decorator in the angus area. thanks
Stalls in Dundee??
I just wanted some info if anyone knows where i can put up stalls in Dundee? I do personalised frames and ferrero rocher bouquets. (Indian food and snacks too whenever that is permitted).
Vegetarian place to eat - Aberdeen
Can anyone recoomend good vegetarian food in Aberdeen please? I am taking my vegetarian daughter there for a weekend break.
Whats happened to Jongleurs in Edinburgh??
:o Am clearly embarrassingly out of touch! Why is the Edinburgh Jongleurs not on their website anymore?!? I've had a quick google and can't find out if it being taken over or what?? In my defence I never went out at all last year cos I was ill & pregnant :o :rotfl:
not sure of procedure at Holiday Inn Glasgow
I am going on holiday and am booked into the Holiday Inn, Glasgow Airport for the night I return. I fly out at 16:30 and return 2 weeks later at 00:30. I have 2 weeks parking then the night at the hotel, so when I arrive at the hotel do I park in the hotel car park and go into the hotel or do I park outside on the road and…
Camp site for tents
"Thinking" of going camping with our tent one weekend. I'm in EK so would rather not venture too far as it would only be for a weekend. Anyone any suggestions for a good campsite? [threadbanner]box[/threadbanner]
Can anyone recommend a landscape gardener in Midlothian/Edinburgh?
We're considering a re-design of our garden. Can anyone recommend someone? Thanks in advance.
Tiler in Aberdeen area
Hi I have just recently had a new kitchen fitted but unfortunately my joiner did not have time to fit my new kitchen wall tiles. I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for reputable tilers in Aberdeen area that would be able to do this work for me at a decent price? Thanks Karen
Kilmarnock PDSA volunteer drive launch is today
PDSA ANNUAL VOLUNTEER DRIVE IS HAPPENING ALL ACROSS THE COUNTRY THIS WEEK,TODAY MON 19TH APRIL UNTIL SAT 24TH APRIL. Volunteers can learn new skills,gain employers reference from PDSA,meet new people and enjoy social activities and most importantly help to raise much needed funds to care for poorly animals. Contact your…
wedding band recommendations.
i posted on here a while back about wedding photographers and had a great response. so now to our next task, finding a good band to play at our wedding. i don't want something too cheesy/cabaret type bands (but fear thats all there may be) ive never honestly seen a good wedding band yet, i prefer less popular music and…
QUAD BIKING near Perth / Dunkeld etc
Hi all, anyone know where we might find cheap quad biking next Saturday? Nothing seems less than £30 an hour. Thanks.
walking shoes, Inverness
Any one know of a good sports shop in Inverness that will help me get the right pair of shoes for walking. as there seems to be so many types to buy
Are Scottish Water a good employer?
What has been your experience in working for Scottish Water? Are they a good employer? Any particular good/bad points?
joiner glasgow?
Anyone know good joiner in glasgow basically my kitchen surrounds my dishwasher dont seem to be able to get it out - need someone to take it out, probably cutting/taking apart kitchen, also need another few things done like three sets of curtains put up and blinds fixed - is a joiner right person for this?
Landscaper or fencing/patio mannie in Aberdeen
Can anyone recommend a landscaper or mannie who does fences/patios/sheds in Aberdeen? I'm looking to replace fencing, new gate, shed base or larger patio (depending on costs!) Thanks Tx
clinic
Has any one used a clinic 'the velvet clinic' in Glasgow. I came across an old mag, some one was asking about a liquid face lift. And they were mentioned.
Looking for a handyman
My dd has a 2 storey wendy house in the garden. However when it gets wet it take ages to dry out as no sun gets near it. i'm after someone to help my dh move it to the top of our garden and raise it up on bricks as its getting ruined. Does anyone know of anyone willing to help for a small fee.
Hotels at secc please
Hi, can anyone tell me the names of the hotels at secc please, i am taking my mum to Hairspray on the 5th of may and had it all planned out for childcare ,now the election is the next day:mad: so youngest dd school will be shut i was aware this was in the pipeline(was just hoping it wouldnt be that date lol) so had hung of…
Botox in Glasgow!
Hi Has anyone had Botox in a Glasgow (or Lanarkshire) Clinic? If so can you recommend or tell me about your experiences? (Yes .... thinking about it...) many thanks..
wallpaper on 1 feature wall
Hi All, i recently moved into a new build house and am quite happy with the magnolia walls as i prefer the minimalist/clean look in the rest of the house. However, I would quite like to get wallpaper on 1 feature wall in the master bedroom to make it a little cosier. I have found the wallpaper I want, but my problem is…

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