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fishing
Hi all, I want to treat my oh to a couple of nights in a nice hotel, but also whereI could get him a fishing outing/lesson. We live up North, so would want it in the Inverness area, Anyone any thoughts. Thanks :D
Where do you look for a job in Edinburgh ? Australian BF moving here
Where do you look for jobs in Edinburgh these days ? My BF is moving over from Australia soon and needs to find a job. I went straight from uni into employment and so did he and neither of us have ever had a CV ! We are putting one together, is it best to register is with someone ? His background is engineering /…
take that weekend june 19th
i was wondering if anybody has any suggestions what to do in Glasgow on a Friday night we wondered about a comedy club etc there will be 8 of us thank you
Builder Recommendations in Edinburgh/Livingston
Anyone recommend a joiner for garden fencing and/or a builder to build a new internal wall in a conservatory? Thanks in advance :beer:
Commuting to Aberdeen
Hello, looking for some locals knowledge here! Husbands got a job at Kintore, so we are going to be moving to Aberdeen soon. I will hopefully get a job at Abdn uni or at hospital. We dont want to live in town, but in the country/village/small town. (ie can walk/cycle from our house, garden for BBQs etc). So my question is…
designer second hand clothes shops?
I've just been told my son is getting married at beginning of June. Are there any designer/posh frock second hand shops in edinburgh now? There used to be but that was a long time ago ...:D
Cheap guesthouse in Edinburgh centre...
Planning a trip over at the end of April/beginning of May for 3 nights & everywhere seems quite expensive :eek: , anyone know of any cheap hidden gems... Thanks...... :beer:
Prepayment medicines certificate costs
Re Martin's advice on LK today this morning (Tuesday 17th March 2009) about the costs of prepayment certificates and renewing before 1st of April. Just called my local Health Board (Highland) and was informed that the costs for the prepayment certificate are coming DOWN on 1st of April 2009. At the moment the prices are:-…
Cheap Marquee hire Glasgow
Hi All, I'm trying to arrange a school fundraiser and need a REALLY cheap marquee. It will be on a weekday afternoon. Can anyone recomend anyone. We are in Glasgow (southside) Any advice appriciated. TIA KT x
Painter/decorater needed in fife
I am moving into a downstairs 4 in a block in balingry soon and need a quote for the paintwork to be done for me. does anyone know a good but cheap (ish) painter in the area please?
Good place for a reasonable Priced Haircuit in glasgow?
Last time my hair cut ended up costin £45 with student discount, and I wasn't that happy with it. I was wondering if anybody knew any good, reasonable priced salons in the city centre?
Free entry to Edinburgh Zoo for OAPs 18/03
To celebrate the Centenary of Edinburgh Zoo they are kicking off with a freebie day on Wednesday 18 March for senior citizens. http://www.edinburghzoo.org.uk/about/centenary/index.html
watch battery Glasgow city centre
Hi, I wonder if anyone could reccommend a cheap place in Glasgow city centre to replace a watch battery. TIA
Booked a VW Camper Van, West coast Scotland tips pls
Hi there Well Ive booked a bright yellow VW Camper van for a week 25th July. We pick it up in Carlisle and the plan was to do the West Coast of Scotland.We have never done campervanning before nor have we done scotland. We usually just camp in a tent in the lakes or N wales. So we could do with some hints, tips, maybe a…
Scottish Recipes
Evening all, I am the worlds worst cook but as part of a new year resolution I've challenged myself to be able to cook a variety of three course Scottish meals to perfection within six months. I've just made my first oatcake/smoked salmon/cream cheese starter (taste good - lacks something in the display stakes maybe!)…
Disabled parking in Edinburgh
Hi, We're staying at the travelodge on St Mary's street on Sunday 15/02 till the afternoon of monday 16/02.We have a blue badge for free parking in most places but we were unsure how this works in Edinburgh.Ideally we would park at the travelodge but we think it may charge us £10,not sure on that one.Does it make a…
Free Mothers days out in Edinburgh??
Does anyone know if there are any free days out for mums on Mothers Day in the Edinburgh/Borders region?
Walking group in East Kilbride
Does anyone know of a walking group or beginners jog group in East Kilbride? Just moved in to the area and wondered if there is a group that meets up after work to encourage people to get fit.
Old Scaffolding Boards Glasgow
Hello Does anyone know of companies that give away (and hopefully deliver) old scaffolding boards that would be suitable for making raised beds? Just thought I would ask before I start phoning round!
£6 joining bonus with Scottish Cashback
I have recently joined this cashback site https://www.scottishcashback.com £6 cashback and £6 for every friend referred. I took up the mecca games offer £20 cashback from a £10 deposit - Total cashback £26 = £16 easy money CB

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