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Does anyone know Brampton/Cortonwood near Barnsley?
Title says it all- would be extremely grateful if somebody who does could help me! I'm trying to find somewhere specific in the town Thank you very much Lizzie
Leeds Nando's Free 1/4 chicken, burger or 5 wings!
Buy two regular sides plus a drink and get a quarter chicken, single burger or five wings for FREE! Offer valid only on production of GopherDeals.co.uk voucher at Leeds Briggate and Leeds The Light only. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Offer subject to availability. Offer valid for eat in only.…
Rushden Panto
Rushden Amateur Theatrical Society is currently putting on Snow White at the Pemberton Centre in Rushden. I haven't been yet but I'm hearing that it is of a very high standard and I can vouch for the number of hours they have put in to rehearsals (my DD is dancing). At £8.50/£6.50 it is much better value than the…
Anyone need help in M33?
I heard a care worker on the radio talking about how this weather is a nightmare for careworkers because if they don't get there the old people just don't eat. So... is there anyone out there worried about an old/ill person in Sale, Manchester? I live here, my work is closed so I'm free today, and I'm happy to pay a visit…
Sledges in Norwich
Does anyone have one or two sledges/toboggans they don't want or know where I can buy them from please? All major stores locally seem to have run out. Thank you.
nottingham cornerhouse 2 for 1
In conjunction with evening post follow this link for details for 2 for 1 deal in january at cornerhouse http://www.cornerhouse.tv/tenantSub.asp?id=304&news=true
Restaurant in Minehead?
Hi I am spending the weekend in Minehead for my birthday soon, can anyone recommend a good restaurant please? Any style, prefer Indian tho.... Thank you
car problems
i have a 16 month old ssangyong rodius, missed 1st service,engine died on motorway no warning lights, manufacturer says no service no warranty cover, dealership says no oil in vehicle and warning light does not exist despite it being clearly identified in car manual,£12,000 of damage, anyone had similar problems or could…
Kent, Port Lympne & Howletts
Adopt a rhino sale on in WHSmiths - reduced to £9.99 Adopt Solio a rhino protected by the Aspinall Foundation. Help us look after her. On activating you will receive 12 month adoption of Solio, a welcome letter and adoption details, monthly e-newsletter, personalised adoption certificate, one entry ticket to Howletts or…
M&S furniture (plus other top brands)SE
I know of a fantastic place in essex that,sell M&S, Laura Ashely, John Lewis furniture etc. It is in a really grotty warehouse and freezing cold but fantastic value for money. They have bedsteads, tables chairs sofa kitchens bathrooms.I spoke to one of the workers there and apparently they get them off the big stores when…
Nottingham discounted products
Hi I have been on GumTree Nottingham this aftenoon and there is someone selling fcuk, ted baker, boots, No.7 etc for loads below RRP. I e-mailed for the list and chose my items, just collected and they are all genuine and I have saved loads. My face cream which is usually £16.50 was £9!!!! Hope this helps someone. Its in…
Looking for a good solicitor
Hi I am looking for a good solicitor to make some alterations to my mother's will, a deed of variation. Not really sure about how to find one. The one's that we have used in the past have either retired, or not been very good. Apart from word of mouth (proving unsucessful) what is the best way of finding a solictor who has…
the centre milton keynes-yankee candles?
hiya! is there anywhere in the centre shopping in mk that sells yankee candles? thanks
where to report an online economic crime?
where (online) can I report a economic crime such as a suspicious looking scam, fraud etc?. thanks UK,USA
Buying an used car in N Yorks
Hi, Car's been written off during this bad weather and need to replace it. We've not long moved here (just outside Harrogate) and wondered if anyone can recommend or maybe tell me of anywhere to avoid? Cheers, Woo
Craft Courses/clubs in Newcastle under Lyme and Crewe area?
Hello, Anyone know of any craft courses in the Newcastle-under-Lyme or Crewe areas? I'm after a cheap course or club for myself (female, 26). Any art/craft. Thankyou!
Parking spaces in Kingston-Upon-Thames?
I'm looking for a parking space for business hours (08:30 to 18:30) in Kingston-Upon-Thames - within 5-10 mins walk of Pizza Express in High Street. I've looked at the parklet, parkatmyhouse and peasy sites, but haven't found any great options. Can anyone recommend an alternative source for a rented space?
Heaton park/ Manchester sunday 6th december
went there today, had a great little time with the Little ones. £1 entry for parking and £3 to see santa with gi ft (and they were ok gi ts too) £2 donkey ride but they had roast chesnuts which i love in the farm area was expecting to pay the usual £3 a bag etc at most xmas fairs and they were free, they also had mulled…
Manchester - cheap but good hairdressers?
Can anyone recommend me a decent and decently priced ladies' hairdresser in Manchester? I moved here a couple of months ago but all I can see are pricey designer-type salons... all I want is a cut every few weeks.
Engraving photo into crystal - anyone seen this anywhere?
There used to be a kiosk in the Bluewater Shopping Centre where you could get a photo engraved into a block of crystal (or acrylic or something!) which we used for the in-laws' golden wedding anniversary. And now I want to use it again, and of course it's not there any more. Ideally I'd like this by Christmas, so the…

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