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Archives for June 2010

20% off Monifieth hairdresser prices for 1st time customers. Free kids haircut offer.
Just back from the hairdresser's, thought I'd post their offer... just cos I got a great haircut and he taught me a new way to style my hair.:D I've not used them before, normally use Broughty Ferry but their prices have leapt up lately... 20% off list prices for first time customers, they are also doing a deal where one…
Loudan Castle or M and Ds
Hi, I was wondering if someone could help. I've exchanged clubcard vouchers for vouchers I can use at either Loudan Castle or M and Ds. I haven't been to either of them before and was wondering with one is most recommended? I'd be taking my hubby with our 7 year old and 5 year old. Many thanks for the help in advance
Glasgow FREE PARKING..
Hey there im only staying in Glasgow till September ( ill probably stay after that as well. ) but untill then i'll be living in the West end, just off woodlands road and was wondering if there was somewhere ( near by ) to park the car 24/7 or a street? as you have to have a permit for the street im in! and for the 3…
Hair and Makeup in Pitlochry
Hi, Our family are due to attend a wedding in Pitlochry in September and I would like to hear from anyone who could recommend a hair and makeup salon in the town. The local Atholl Palace has a spa but the prices are out of my budget range :eek: Thanks.
Hobbies
I apologise that I haven't looked through every post in this forum so I don't know if there is maybe already another thread like this one.... I've had a lot of free time lately - it's driving me up the wall! I've been thinking long and hard about new hobbies and thought it might be nice to have a thread for suggestions…
Visiting Loch Ness
I am planning a short break to Scotland in July. We are staying in Fort Augustus for 3 nights so that will be our base. I wanted to visit Loch Ness but am a bit put off by the visitor centres (and prices!!) so wondered if anyone had any other tips for seeing the area at it's best?
Aberdour (Fife) carboot sale, Sunday 27th 10-12
Just to let you know that there will be a carboot sale in Aberdour next Sunday (27th June). It will be in the station car park from 10-12 am. It is £10 to book a pitch (message me if you would like one) and the pitch fees go to the Mother and Toddlers group. Thanks.
Best Edinburgh or Fife park and ride for Saturday?
As the title suggests, I'm travelling through to Edinburgh on Saturday lunchtime (from Dundee), don't want to drive right into Edinburgh City Centre so I'm going to use a park and ride. Which is best,please? p.s. already looked at price of trains and Megabus, it's cheaper for me and DD in the car. :undecided: Thanks in…
Flags/Bunting
Does anyone know where the above can be purchased in and around the Edinburgh Area?
Glasgow for kids
Im going glasgow for a day and was wondering if there is anything in the city centre for the kids? Going by train for a few hours only. Thought i'd do some shopping, but ill have kids with me. Any ideas?
Aberdeen train station to beach?
Hi, will be visiting Aberdeen soon and am wondering how long would it take to walk from station (with wheel along case) to Beach Boulevard/The Links. Have looked on google map and it doesn't look that far but..........??? Is it better to get a taxi? Cheers.
health foods EdinburghL
Looking for a shop or website in Edinburgh or Borders who has seeds and nuts for home made bread ? (bigger sizes than supermarkets )
Duty Free
:money::T:T:T:T:T:T:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:We are travelling from Glasgow to Amsterdam then on to JFK in New York does anyone know what our allowance is for duty free and do we buy at Glasgow or Amsterdam.
Free KT Tunstall Gigs
The Rub-a-Dub-Tub Tour June 2010 http://kttunstall.com/tour/ Limited so turn up early!!
Landscaper in Inverness - Dornoch- ish area?
Need someone to level out garden, lay new patio area (cemented not dry laid) and build small dwarf walls for raised beds. Any recommendations?
Cheap gym membership in Lossiemouth/Elgin area?
Does anyone know of any health and fitness clubs with cheap membership in these areas? I've seen the Moray Leisure Centre, but that is a pay as you go service and not ideal. I am looking for those with a yearly membership (possibly for families), that means you can use all the facilities (i.e. pool/gym/sauna etc).
Parking near Edinburgh playhouse
Im going to the Playhouse tonight and am worried about getting parked. Does anyone know of a side street that is reasonably close and free to park please? i normally get the train through but we decided to drive. thanks in advance.
Need a Mortgage Broker in Glasgow
Can anyone recommend a good mortgage broker based in Glasgow or the surrounding area? I need a good mortgage broker who is "whole of market"
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Free / Cheap Parking near SECC
I am going to the X-Factor (audience member) on Weds and need to know where I can park for free or relatively cheap. I'll be there for 5 or 6 hours!! If anyone could help I'd greatly appreciate it :D

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