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Leeds - Car Boot & Table Top Sale
Hi Just to let everyone know that the PTA at St Oswalds C of E Junior School of Guiseley, Leeds LS20 are holding a Car Boot & Table Top Sale Saturday 17th October 2009 from 1pm to 3pm Spaces available at £6.00, please ring 01943 873570 to book a space (arrive at 12pm to set up) If you want to come along to grab a bargain…
norwich bars and clubs ??
im having my birthday night out in norwich but havent been there in years (on a night out anyway) there will be a range of ages from 35 to 19 so need something middle of the road !! any suggestions ? TIA mishka
Divorce Solicitor
Does anyone know of a good divorce Solicitor in the north London / Hertfordshire.
Netto Ravensthorpe (west yorks) Chickens
Was in Netto Ravensthorpe (between Dewsbury and Huddersfield) this morning. A load of chickens reduced as near use by. Medium chickens £1.45 and some £1.85. Might have gone and if you buy id use them today but there were at least 20 when i was there (home made curry for us tonight). Just giving you all the heads up.
Lincoln - a decent conservatory firm
I am looking for recommendations for a firm to build me a conservatory.
London- Anyone know where to get cheap, pretty wool?
I live around the Golders Green Area, i'm looking for wool to make scarves and such as was so impressed by my mum packaging her homemade scarves up really nicely it convinced me to give it a go, unfortunately i don't know anywhere around where i am that sells nice, glitzy wool etc for a good price. Can any knitters out…
Devon exeter Morrisons £5
IN the Exeters Express and Echo today 14/10/09 there is a £5 coupon for exeters Morrison .Some normal ules etc apply.page 15 ,valid till 21/10/09 sarah
McDonald's Leeds - 2 medium meals for £5!
You can get a printable voucher for city centre McDonald's in Leeds for two medum meals for £5 at www. gopherdeals.co.uk
Save £5 on Castrol 4 Litre Magnatec & Edge Oils
Web ExclusiveAt Halfords Online! Save £5 on ALL Castrol Magnatec or Edge 4L Oil. Discount applied when added to basket - Then Collect & Pay at your nearest branch. Search for Castrol on the Halfords website - This made the price cheaper than I paid 4 years ago!! Don't know how long this offer will be available for.
manchester airport hotel and car park
Can anyone reccommend a good deal or a discount code for a hotel with car parking at manchester airport leaving the car for 28 nights
West End Tickets
I am going to be in London on Monday evening and would like to see a show (Les Mis or Phantom preferably). Can you get tickets on the same day at a reduced price, and if so would it be from the ticket booth at the theatre? Thanks in advance.
Northampton - Double Glazing?
Morning, Please can anyone reccomend a good double glazing company in the Northampton area? No cowboys :D Thanks
Manchester Opticians
Does anyone have any experience with opticians in this area? I'm looking for contact lenses for the first time.
Newcastle Airport - Hotel nearby
Hi Sorry if this is the wrong section, couldn't decide! I am looking for a hotel nearby Newcastle Airport with parking if possible so we don't have to pay for hotel and parking at airport. Have seen Britannia Hotel Newcastle Airport but when I searched for it on Trip Advisor it hasn't got good reviews - all saying don't…
Croydon - good off licence?
I'm trying to locate a bottle of Wray and Nephew Overproof Rum for my dad's birthday - I could buy it online but the P&P is ridiculously expensive. Does anyone know of a good off licence in Croydon (or surrounding area) that has a wide range of rum (particularly overproof)? Many thanks! :beer:
Ghost Walks and Ghost Tours in Cornwall
I might be heading down to Cornwall in the next few weeks, so as it's coming up to Halloween, here's a list of ghost walks and ghost tours in Cornwall. I'd like to do the all night one if I'm about on the right dates, but I think I'd nod off in a corner by 3am. :)…
Bead shop in Cheltenham?
I am sure I saw an advert for a bead shop in Cheltenham - a big advert in one of those glossy local society magazines (cotswold life or some such). But I can't remember where the bead shop was! Can anyone help? many thanks.
Aspers at the Gate (Newcastle) - Buffet Banquet.
Buffet Banquet at Aspers at the Gate from £3.25 - "All you can eat". Noon - 6pm £3.25 pp 10.30pm - 4am £5.50 pp http://www.aspersnewcastle.co.uk/pdfs/Sep09/Buffet_Banquet.pdf This is the Casino and may require registration if not already a member. I'm asuming it is a Chinese Buffet as I'm aware they do this type of thing…
surrey independent shop deals
I have found this web site which is trying to help small shops in surrey. Good meal deals wine etc. Have to download vouchers. Anyone know of any other small shops that I can support in Surrey that do deals?
What to do in Leeds
I am visiting Leeds for a few days. Can anyone give me some ideas for things to do and visit. Love shopping :jbut what else should I do and see.

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Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
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Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payments this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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