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Good property solicitor in Llanelli pls
Hi has anyone dealt with a good solicitor when buying their house,can anyone recommend one that didn't drag their heals and got the job done with as little fuss/delays as possible. Preferably in the Llanelli area if possible. It is a minefield out there guys lol.
JJB CLOSING DOWN SALE - Talbot Green
Hi - Don't know if this has already been posted but I went to JJBs this morning and its closing down and everything has to go...saw people coming out with 5 pairs of trainers each!! Don't know how long is left until the shop closes.
Welsh road signs ,Does anyone use the Welsh language
http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/Strange-News/Welsh-Road-Sign-Gaffe-Swansea-Council-Puts-Up-Sign-Reading-I-Am-Out-Of-The-Office/Article/200810415139328?lpos=Strange_News_First_UK_News_Article_Teaser_Region_1&lid=ARTICLE_15139328_Welsh_Road_Sign_Gaffe%3A_Swansea_Council_Puts_Up_Sign_Reading_I_Am_Out_Of_The_Office funny…
gelligaer boot sale
does anyone know if theres a boot sale in gelligaer this morning???????? :j
Cymraeg
Seeing as I had a comment on another topic about the fact I was defending the Welsh language, yet posting in English I thought it'd be nice to have a seperate thread for those of us who do like to use our native tongue. Hope the mods will allow it! Reit, sut mae pawb? :beer:
Quality second hand wedding dresses
I have just donated both my wedding dresses to the Bridal Suite - a Cancer Research Wales shop in Whitchurch (nr Cardiff). Both dresses were £1000+ designer and in mint condition. The shop has lots of stock and is selling them on at very reasonable prices in aid of cancer research...you can even re-donate the dress after…
Coal suppliers in S Wales
Please recommend companies and the prices that you pay and for what? Many thanks!
Newport car auctions...
Hi all I am looking for a small diesel car for under £500 and someone at work mentioned Newport car auctions for a good place to start, can any one give me any info on the cars there, are they any good??? TIA Paul.
Open Doors: free entry in September
The heritage program for Wales in Sept 2011 is here: http://www.civictrustwales.org/ehd/ Enjoy searching for somewhere (300 sites in total) that may normally charge or for a special event (over 500).
Music in the park Risca - Saturday 3rd September 2pm-8.30pm (free concert)
Free entry Music starts at 3pm. Various bands/artists. Stalls. Attractions. Refreshments. It's basically being run to try get get at least 300 people in the local area to put their name down to begin a ballot for a local community council. Performers include: Risca Male Voice Choir Jack Woods Emma Hughes Tom Hollister Trio…
Children's Party Entertainers - Swansea
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Bike trailer in Cardiff
Hi, I've bought a bike in need of work so it's currently unrideable. The problem is I'm based in Cardiff and the bike is in Neath so I need to hire a bike trailer in order to pick it up. Does anyone know somewhere that hires trailers, or even does anyone have a bike trailer I could hire from them for the day? Thanks
After school club - cardiff - primary
Afternoon all :) Does anyone know of any After School clubs for 9 year olds ? Am hoping there is one in the Pontprennau/Pentywn area, as gonna be a problem with work and all ! :(
Asbestos removal
Asbestos has been detected in artex on the walls of the kitchen and living room in my rented flat. I have an appointment to have the asbestos REMOVED in both rooms. Could you let me know what precautions need to be taken regarding this work to avoid the dangers of asbestos-related diseases? For example, is it ok to be…
Restaurant in/near Llanelli
Can anyone recommend a restaurant in the Llanelli area, not a fast food place but a proper sit down, fork & knife one :) that does not require advanced booking.
Recommended hairdressers Swansea/Llanelli area
Hi, After a few bad experiences at hairdressers I am now ready to try again.I would be grateful if anyone could recommend a good ,friendly hairdressers in Swansea/Llanelli area?
Van/Truck Hire - Port Talbot/Bridgend area ?
Hi All I need to pick up 62 large paving slabs. They are the council type which are 60cm x 60cm x 50mm and thus quite heavy..... Anyone got any ideas how i can get them from Bridgend to Port Talbot ? I have a small Combo van but doubt it would take many...... Cheers
Best value driving lessons in Cardiff, please
Can anyone recommend good value driving lessons in the Cardiff area, please? I'd prefer a female instructor, if possible. Thanks!
Please recommend a roofer Swansea/Llanelli area
We have been told we need a new roof.House is mid terrace 3 bedroom,1900's and we have a leak in the valley with water coming in on the landing. We have had a few quotes ranging from £3800 to £5900.Its such a lot of money to spend and we just cant seem to find anyone who can recommend us a reliable roofer. Any help…
South Wales Free Family Play Day!!
Tri-County Play Association’s Blaenau Gwent Playday! This year's Blaenau Gwent Playday will be held in the Garden Festival Site @ Festival Park on Thursday 18th August from 11.00am til 4.00pm. All of the activities are completely FREE and include: - mud/water slides, - water play, - fire pit, - dressing up, - sand play, -…

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