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Recommend handyman for south side of Glasgow?
I wonder whether anyone can recommend someone trustworthy to do a few bits and pieces for me round the house - put up new blinds, fix some cracked concrete steps, put up a curtain rail?
Loch Lomond / West Dunbarton Savings!
If you are visiting Loch Lomond or West Dunbarton area make sure you pick up a WESTPASS - its got 14 cash saving deals from attractions, venues, outdoor activities and dining. Vouchers can also be printed off the website at westpass.co.uk
Double Glazing repair in West Lothian
Hi - can anyone recommend someone to repair a broken pane of glass in my double glazing in West Lothian area. Also how much is it likely to cost? Thanks
Plumber/tiler/bathroom fitter for Glasgow southside area recommendations please.
Looking to get estimates on a full refit of bathroom and fully retiled too. Anyone used a company or someone and can recommend them.....I am looking to get quotes. I have bought everything I need myself for refit. Would be really grateful for any help.:T as I am so worried about getting ripped off,as this is costing me so…
Free night in hotel
A new hotel is opening soon in Glasgow and they're looking for people to come and stay overnight to test it out next week. Looks lovely! http://www.citizenmglasgow.com/test.php
Making a Will in Scotland
Hi folks 1 I'm married with 2 kids. Do I need A) a joint will B) 2 individual wills or 3) all 3. 2 Depending on the answer to 1), can I do this online? If so, which site? Scotwills.com don't do joint online wills because "it would be too difficult to code" lol Any advice appreciated, thanks in advance.
Ideas for Engagement party venue in Glasgow (Westend)
Hey, we're from the westend of Glasgow and are looking for any help on venues for our engagement, for just over 100 people with reasonably priced drinks and a bar (for pints) Any help greatly appreciated Thanks Mark
Alleged Council Tax Arrears
My boyfriend has been getting threatening letters from our local Council saying that he owes £1k+ in Council Tax arrears dating back from 18-20 years ago. After this time he bought his Council Flat which he wouldn't have been allowed to do had he been in any arrears. The Council are now saying they have no record of this…
Holiday cottage
Hello, we are looking to rent a holiday cottage in Dumfries and galloway......... as we want to move up there and need to check out the area...any ideas we usually use Sykes cottages? We will be when we move up be renting a home we want a big garden to grow veggies etc so any ideas on rental firms etc would be fab....we…
doors open day again 18-19/9
glasgow doors open day is coming up weekend of 18/19 september this time there's also a south west glasgow free tour bus i seem to find something new every year www.glasgowdoorsopenday.com
disney on ice/glasgow
not sure whether to post in here or comping forum, looking to win tickets for disney on ice, glasgow. anyone seen any comps for this?
4 Free tickets for Edinburgh Tattoo Fri 13th
Got four tickets for foreign guests but their travel plans changed. If anyone wants them they can have them for free. They are for tomorrow, Friday 13th August. The Tattoo is part of the Edinburgh Festival and it's a sort of military marching thing like the Trooping of the Colour. I am based in Glasgow so anyone who can…
Recommend a garage for MOT in Glasgow
Can anyone recommend a trustworthy garage for MOT? I'm in West end of Glasgow. THanks
Please does anyone have a spare lady boys ticket for tonight
As above I know its 2 for 1 day but I really need 1 more ticket for the 7pm show tonight(fingers crossed):o
ladyboys tickets
Im looking for ticket offers for the ladyboys at the Edinburgh festival , can anyone help ?
Costco Edinburgh
Hi, I used to be a member here but never renewed my membership last year/this year as I felt like the prices were going up & it wasn't worth the 80 mile round trip for me. I seem to remember they had a lot of baby/kids stuff that was fair priced and as I'm expecting twins I'm wondering if anyone who is a member thinks it…
laser hair treatment in Glasgow
Hi, has anyone had laser treatment for hair on chin and upper lip, in Glasgow, was it painfull and roughly how much. Thanks Suzy
Days Out in Scotland?
We're going camping for a fortnight with a Belgian family we met when we were camping last summer. Last year they were here on an orienteering holiday but this year they are coming over to have a holiday with us - no orienteering. I've asked them what they want to do this year and suggested Landmark theme park and maybe…
Parking beside George street
Does anyone know if theres anywhere i can park for free beside george street in edinburgh ?
IKEA Glasgow - Meal Cost Off August Purchase
If you buy food in the restaurant during July, you can get the cost deducted from a shop purchase during August. There are little leaflets by the till & you need to keep your restaurant till receipt to redeem it. It was only £13-ish for two adults' meatball meals and one child's portion, plus three drinks. Will use it for…

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