May 2013
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Dear Neighbours, Welcome to the October edition of your Abbey-Link. This month we are celebrating, we have been publishing the Abbey-Link for 14 years. So we would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you to everyone that has made this possible; our customers, distributors and yourselves the readers for putting your trust in us and using the local businesses that advertise with us. If you have been thinking of advertising with us, this would be a great month to try us as we have a great Birthday offer for you. With the clocks going back later this month and the nights now pulling in, it’ won’t be long before our thoughts start to turn towards the ‘C’ word! Yes Christmas…. So if you are thinking you need to loose a few of those Summer holiday pounds before thinking about getting into those Christmas party dresses - Slimming World have many classes in the area - see their advert on page 12 for more details. Also with Autumn on the horizon, why not use this month to get your boilers serviced before having to turn them on for the Winter months! We have a number of local plumbers within the directories, just have a look on the index page, page 34, for more information. This can also be a time of year when we look at sprucing up our homes in time for the festive period. Whether it’s new carpets that you might be looking for, or updating your blinds and interiors, we have many local business in the directory that can help you. Congratulations to K Sanderson on winning the Sudoku, Cineworld tickets will be on their way to you. Have a great month... Sarah.
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Rob Walters For all your ceiling requirements:Plasterboarding Coving Skimming Texturing Also Painting & Decorating Service We now offer to skim textured ceilings to a flat finish or alternatively we provide a full range of high quality textured patterns Water damaged ceilings & Insurance work welcome
Domestic & Commercial enquiries welcome HOME: 01242 680976 MOBILE: 07850 968348 Highfield House, The Leigh, Cheltenham, GL19 4AG
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D2B designs Design and prepare architectural drawings for extensions, conversions, alterations and improvements to your home We also carry out custom designs for new homes with your needs in mind. All plans are prepared and submitted on your behalf for Local Authority Building Control and Planning Approvals. For a prompt, private and professional service call:
07973 621078 and speak to Graham for a free quote and friendly, helpful advice.
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- FULL HEATING SYSTEMS - BOILER REPLACEMENTS - POWER FLUSHING - COOKERS AND FIRES INSTALLED - ANNUAL SERVICING - LANDLORDS SAFETY CHECKS - BATHROOMS & EN SUITES - GENERAL PLUMBING ALL WORK GUARANTEED FREE QUOTATIONS CALL ADAM ON: 07890 390220 OR VISIT www.a-m-nelmesheating.co.uk Please mention
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MARK DUNKLEY HANDYMAN GARDEN SERVICES PATIOS LAID FENCES ERECTED DECORATING NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL ALL WORK CONSIDERED ALL RUBBISH REMOVED FREE ESTIMATES GIVEN (WITH NO OBLIGATION) O.A.P RATES AVAILABLE FULL C.R.B CHECK OBTAINED (AVAILABLE ON REQUEST)
CALL TODAY 01452 619883 OR 07817 337480
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DARREN MANN BUILDING CONTRACTOR Specialising in home extensions
Also Mini Digger with Driver for Hire 111 The Wheatridge East Abbeydale, Gloucester GL4 5DW
Tel: 01452 612759 Mobile: 07778 818886 References available
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Balancing Central Heating Radiators Some radiators sometimes get hotter than others. This can mean your central heating system is not balanced correctly. Radiators can vary in temperature because of the distance they are away from the boiler or pump and if the system is not balanced correctly the radiators nearest the source may get hotter than those furthest away. To be absolutely sure of even temperature distribution around the home you can buy or sometimes hire radiator thermometers which clip onto the radiators pipes and measure the difference in temperature between them Radiator thermometers can be bought from some plumber’s merchants and have clamps, or springs attached to enable them to be clipped to the radiator valve pipes. They are not widely used in the trade and you may have to make do with a digital thermometer. Take the measurement at the flow side (wheelhead) first, then at the Lockshield and adjust accordingly using the instructions below. To balance your central heating system, turn off the heating and allow all radiators to cool down. Open both of the valves on all of the radiators and turn on the heating. You may need some help but you now need to go to each radiator and check the order in which they heat up. Note the order down. There are two valves on all radiators. One, which is regularly used to turn the radiator on and off and one, which is covered by a domed cap. The capped one is called a Lockshield valve the other is a wheelhead or control valve. You need to use grips of some kind to pull of the plastic cap from the Lockshield valve. Some Lockshield valves have a screw through the cap that must be removed before the cap can be pulled off. Repeat the procedure above, letting everything cool down and start over again. This time as soon as you fire up the heating boiler, go to the first radiator on the system and fit the thermometers to the pipes on both valves. Turn off the Lockshield valve completely and then turn it on again slowly until the difference between the two thermometers is about 11 degrees C. Continue round the system doing the same thing. The Lockshield valve will need opening a little further on each radiator until, possibly, it is fully open on the last radiator. If there are radiators on the system that will not balance properly they may need to be removed and flushed out or the system may need to be drained down and cleaned. If in doubt call me (see main advert for number) and I will do the investigating for you. Disclaimer. All advice above is given in goodwill with many years experience. We cannot guarantee however that your problems will be rectified so please, if in doubt call us before undertaking any works yourself.
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Website: thegasmangloucester.co.uk Email: info@thegasmangloucester.co.uk
Manufacturers & Installers of all Types of the Finest Quality of Windows, Doors & Conservatories 41 Kingsmead Abbeymead Gloucester GL4 5DY Telephone: 01452 618530 07961 199942
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Maisemore Arts and Drama Society Presents LAST OF THE SUMMER WINE By Roy Clarke
October 18th and 19th Maisemore Village Hall Doors open 7.00pm Curtain up 7.30pm Tickets £10.00 Box office: 01452 525333 chrisjonesprojectoffice@gmail.com
Glevum Probus Club We are a friendly, non-political club which meets at St Lawrence Parish Centre, on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month Future talks are on the following Subjects October 9th - Probus Annual Lunch Members and Guests October 23rd - Chris Brierly Life as a BBC Reporter Visitors and potential members are Welcome
Please contact Terry 01452 612432 For more information visit: glevum-probus.org.uk
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HARTPURY DRAMA GROUP Presents
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK at Hartpury Village Hall Theatre On Thurs 28, Fri 29, Sat 30 November Tickets £10 from Kevin 01452 700061 or Sundean Vets in Hartpury ************** To advertise call 01452 617040
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Film Releases for October 2019 04th October 2019 Joker Starring – Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beets, Frances Conroy, Marc Maron, Bill Camp This is a unique take on Batman’s arch-nemesis the Joker. Arthur Fleck is a man on the edge; a failed stand-up comedian, after being beaten and broken by society he turns to a life of crime and chaos in 1980’s Gotham City. Before the emergence of Batman, this is a Joker tale that has never been seen before on the big screen.
Judy Starring – Renee Zellweger, Jessie Buckly, Rufus Sewell, Michael Gambon, Bella Ramsey, Finn Wittrock 30 years since Judy Garland shot to stardom with The Wizard of Oz, she arrives in swinging London Winter 1968 to perform her sell-out show at The Talk of the Town. While in London, she has to deal with stardom, her fans and her new romantic interest Mickey Deans. Working for 45 years of her 47 year long life Judy is exhausted and with nightmares of her childhood and a desire to be back home with her children, everyone wonders if she will be able to carry on.
11 October 2019 Gemini Man Starring – Will Smith, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Clive Owen, Benedict Wong Will Smith plays Henry Brogan, an elite master assassin, who is suddenly targeted by a mysterious young operative that can seemingly predict his every move. Henry wonders if he’s seeing double, or are there more secretive schemes at work. Also produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Gemini Man is an exciting and innovative action thriller.
Zombieland: Double Tap Starring – Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisneberg, Emma Stone Abigail Breslin, Rosario Dawson, Luke Wilson Ten years later, the much anticipated sequel to “Zombieland” is here with director and cast returning for a second exciting and hilarious follow-up. The fearsome foursome is back to battle zombies and cause comic mayhem from the White House to the heartland of America. They were forced to form a family ten years ago but maintaining it might be a lot harder.
23 October 2019 Terminator: Dark Fate Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, Mackenzie Davis, Gabriel Luna He said he’d be back, Arnie returns with a brand new Terminator film! Linda Hamilton and Arnold Schwarzenegger reprise their iconic roles as Sarah Connor and the T-800 Terminator respectfully in a direct follow up to Terminator 2: Judgement Day. Forget what you think you know as Sarah Connor aids in the protection of Dani Ramos and a hybrid cyborg Human against a new and dangerous liquid metal terminator is mysteriously sent from the future. An exciting and action packed new addition to the Terminator franchise, the fate of the future hangs in the balance once again.
25 October 2019 The Addams Family Starring – Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloe Grace Moritz, Finn Wolfhard, Nick Kroll, Bette Midler The Addams Family is back on the big screen with a brand new animated comedy fun for all the family! Watch as they get up to their kooky antics and learns what it means to be a good neighbour. Arriving in New Jersey, the crazy family have to deal with being in the 21st Century while preparing for their extended family to arrive for a major celebration. With an all-star cast this is a perfect family film to get you in the mood for Halloween.
31 October 2019 Doctor Sleep Starring – Ewan McGregor, Rebecca Ferguson, Kyliegh Curran, Bruce Greenwood Doctor Sleep continues the story of Danny Torrance, 40 years after his terrifying stay at the Overlook Hotel in The Shining. Adapted from the book of the same name by Stephen King, Danny’s life has been scarred by trauma after the events of The Shining, and has fought to for some form of peace. But that peace is shattered when he encounters young teenager Abra, who shows signs of a powerful extrasensory gift known as “The Shine,” and has to fight against a group of fanatics who feed off the shine of innocents in their quest for immortality.
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Complete the puzzle by 20th October 2019 and return, with your name and address, to The Abbey-Link, 30 Dancers Hill, Abbeymead, Gloucester, GL4 5TY or email sarah@thelinkdirectories.co.uk
to be in with a chance of winning 2 cinema tickets Sudoku puzzles are provided by www.sudokuoftheday.com – visit them and get a new Sudoku every day
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Index of advertisers
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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory... COVING SPECIALIST
LANDSCAPING
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Rob Walters
Abbeydale Landscapes Heritage Landscapes
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Interior Needs
ARCHITECT D2B Designs
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LAWNMOWERS Cheltenham Mowers
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ESTATE AGENTS
BEAUTY THERAPY The Beauty Spot
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CURTAINS
BATHROOMS Severn Vale Bathrooms
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Michael Tuck The Property Centre
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OVEN CLEANERS Oven Busters
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BEDROOMS PJB Carpentry
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EVENTS
PLASTERER
Gloucester Fossil Festival 26
EJ Plastering
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BLINDS Blinds, Blinds, Blinds Interior Needs UK Blinds
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FENCING
PLUMBING & HEATING
Colour Fence Gloucester 21
AM Nelmes 7 Capper Plumbing 11 The Gasman 11 Town & Country Plumbing 25
FINANCIAL PLANNING BUILDING CONTRACTORS Darren Mann
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Kirby & Knott Financial Planning 28,29
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
FOOTCARE
AR Home Improvements 31 Budget Property Maintenance 4 Dave Stevens 10 Your Home 23
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Donna Davis Foot Health Professional 27
RESTAURANTS
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GARDEN MAINTENANCE
BUSINESS
FLOORING
Dynamic Sales Solutions 14
PJB Carpentry
CAR AIR CON AC Automotive
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Topolys
CARPENTRY P J B Carpentry
CARPETS Gloucester Carpet Outlet 2 Sapphire Carpets 24
Gardening Plus Lawn Man Linden Tree Mark Dunkley
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RETAIL Able World
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SOCIAL CLUB Saintbridge Sports Centre 20
COMPUTER MAINTENANCE Cotswold Computer Medic 7 Hop-2-it 9 Jemtek 9
HEALTH &FITNESS Slimming World Zumba by Jane
Gloucester Conservatory & Window Warehouse 24
SOLICITORS Dee & Griffin Tayntons
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HOME DÉCOR Interior Needs
CONSERVATORIES
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WINDOW INSTALLATION A & A Double Glazing
KITCHEN & BATHROOM FITTING Beaven Installations 6 M C Kitchen & Bathrooms 4 PJB Carpentry 25
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WINDOW REPAIR Longlevens Window Repairs 7
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