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Archives for October 2010

Edinburgh Hotel
Ok, I know this is going to win a 'stupid question of the decade' award - but does anyone know of a hotel/guest house/b&b in central Edinburgh that would be available for one night on Hogmanay this year and not cost an arm and a leg?! Thanks
Bonfire in Angus/Aberdeenshire??
My oh has a load of wood he would like to contribute to a bonfire. Anyone know of any in Montrose/Arbroath/Laurencekirk area?
Chemistry tutor (Higher)
Am looking for atutor to help my daughter with Higher Chemistry. Can anyone recommend one - we live near Rutherglen. What is the going rate for tutors?
Another Inverness Halloween freebie
29th & 30th October on Ness islands, starts at 6.30. Last year was brilliant, this years theme, Alice in Wonderland
The Enchanted Forest
The Enchanted Forest at Faskally Wood near Pitlochry. http://www.enchantedforest.org.uk/default.aspx From now until 7 November. Tickets still available for Halloween.
I need a fence
Does anyone know about how much a joiner would charge to erect a small fence and gate in my garden? It would be just under 3 mt,rs long by 1mtr high, with a gate. I've had one quote already for £300. Is that about right? I should say it's on concrete.:)
SYHA hostels Winter offer: stay 3 nights and only pay for 2.
Same offer as last year - all 3 nights have to be consecutive and in the same hostel and there are a few exclusions (Aberdeen, Broadford, Edinburgh, Corrour Station House). It does however appear to include Glasgow and Inverness. Also great for skiing /snowboarding if we have another winter like last year. :) Works out at…
Free entry to Edinburgh Castle and other attractions 27/28 November
It's maybe a little early to post this as it applies on the weekend of 27th/28th November however in case anyone wants to plan ahead. Historic Scotland are offering free admission to 47 attractions on the weekend to commemorate St Andrew's day. Full list here hopefully lots of people will take advantage to see something…
Free kids admission to all scottish cup matches today
Free kids admission for 2nd round games today with the Sun SFA link http://www.scottishfa.co.uk/splashscreen_scottishcup20Oct10.cfm c,mon the Highland League....
Prestwick Parking full...where else ??
Can anyone help...we leave tomorrow ??
I am in need of dark night skies
And no it is not for any questionable activities. I have just finished an Astronomy course with the Open University. But the biggest barrier for me is finding somewhere out of the way where I can engage in my astronomy in peace and quiet. I would like a place devoid of gremlins, err I mean children and teenagers. Any…
Good cheep electrition
Does anyone know agood cheep electrition in Bishopbriggs near Glasgow
Recommed Builder/Plumber etc for Bathroom Remodel in Edinburgh
Hi everyone Does anyone have a recommendation for a builder or plumber that would do bathroom fitouts. Its for my sister who has a flat in edinburgh and needs a new bathroom. Ideally someone who can organise the whole job, ie plumbing electrics and tiling etc. Thanks for any help Brett
Council Run MOT Test Centre - Gorgie
Hi I've got my MOT coming up and am thinking about using the Council Test Centre in Gorgie in Edinburgh. Just wondered if anyone had used it and what it was like? thanks
Landmark Carrbridge Any Discount?
Left it late, heading to Nethybridge tomorrow for three days. Does anyone know of any discounts for above. Any other suggestions for things to do in the area would be appreciated. 3 adults and a dog! Thanks
Inverness-Fireworks
As we've just moved to the area, doees anyone know if the fireworks held on the 5th do you have to have tickets for it?
PS3 repairs
Looking for someone who repair playstation 3 it has a yellow light unfortunatly sony are asking £100+ looking for someone in Fife .
Edinburgh zoo discounts or vouchers
Has anyone ever come across discounts or vouchers from Edinburgh Zoo? I've never been, would like to go some time but it's a lot of money. I've looked for discounts once or twice but never found anything. Maybe I'll take my guides, I think leaders of children's groups get in free. "What do you mean you don't want to go? I…
Santa Trains - Boness Railway
Has anyone been on these? Are they any good. thinking of booking them. My kids are 3 and 6 months. thanks
farmfoods byres road, glasgow
if you are in the vicinity, try and get down to empty the shelves of what is left, theyre closing for a refit and everything is 50% off today still filling shelves with tins and non frozen stuff, a little bit of frozen stuff left just got about twenty five pounds worth for eight pounds, go get some bargains before its all…

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