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Dear Neighbours,

Welcome to your October edition of your Abbey-Link.

The new academic year is now well under way, and this can mean the beginning of a

new era for many parents and children. Whether its their first days at primary or sec-

ondary school, or leaving the nest to start College or University, September can be the

start of new beginnings. If you are looking for any help outside of school, we have a

tutor on page 23 who specialises in Maths tuition.

If you are suffering with empty nest syndrome at this time

of year why not try a new venture…... maybe its time to

start that exercise regime, well it is only few months until

Christmas is here! There are local fitness classes that take

place in Abbeydale and Barnwood, see page 16 for more

details . Alternatively why not look at taking up Art Clas-

ses, these take place at Abbeydale Sports and Community

Centre and you can find out more on page 22.

As I write this, it’s certainly feeling as though Autumn is

here, and it won’t be long before the heating is on. We

have some great plumbers in the Abbey-Link, and many of

them have some great offers on, so why wait until Winter,

give them a call now and see what they can do for you.

You can find out who they are on page 38.

Please remember that we have now launched the new

Tuffley-Link magazine, so if you know of any business that

has potential customers in the Tuffley area, and who may

be interested in advertising in the Tuffley-Link please get

them to contact me at [email protected] or

ring 01452 617040

Remember we can be found on our Face book page; www.facebook.com/

TheLinkDirectories or on twitter; www.twitter.com/@Sarah_Gerken

we would love to connect with you.

Congratulations to Michael Webber for winning last months Sudoku

competition, tickets to Cineworld Gloucester will be on their way to

you.

Have a great month

Sarah.

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A.G. GRIFFITHS PLUMBING, HEATING AND ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Telephone :01452 290078 Mobile:07973324634

• Full Heating systems

• Boiler repairs and

replacements

• Fully fitted bathrooms

• Complete plumbing

services include leaks and

faults

• Annual servicing and safety

inspections

• All aspects of electrical work

undertaken

• Extra sockets, outside lights

• All works and parts

guaranteed

• Free quotations

27 Abbots Road , Abbeymead, Gloucester GL4 5GF

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SMALL PRACTISE FOR SMALL CLIENTS = SMALL FEES CHARGED BY US

SELF ASSESSMENT TAX RETURNS

IMMEDIATE SERVICE AVAILABLE *

Fixed priced Accountancy/Taxation services. Accounts.

Self Assessment. Tax Returns. PAYE. VAT. Bookkeeping etc.

Self Assessment tax returns completion from £50

*Self Assessment tax returns, Accounts problems

*Free accountancy/Taxation Surgery. *Home visits to suit you

ABBEYMEAD & ABBEYDALE ACCOUNTANCY AND TAXATION CENTREABBEYMEAD & ABBEYDALE ACCOUNTANCY AND TAXATION CENTREABBEYMEAD & ABBEYDALE ACCOUNTANCY AND TAXATION CENTREABBEYMEAD & ABBEYDALE ACCOUNTANCY AND TAXATION CENTRE Accountants for the Abbeymead and Abbeydale AreaAccountants for the Abbeymead and Abbeydale AreaAccountants for the Abbeymead and Abbeydale AreaAccountants for the Abbeymead and Abbeydale Area

Annual Sales £ Annual Fee From

Less Than 15,000 50—100

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30,000 150

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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:

01452 723439 or 07973 621078

and speak to Graham or Angela for a free

quote and friendly, helpful advice.

D2B designs

LAWNMOWERS SERVICED – SHARPENED – REPAIRED

ALSO: RIDE-ON MOWERS, CHAINSAWS, ROTAVATORS, STRIMMERS, HEDGETRIMMERS ETC.

FREE COLLECTION AND DELIVERY

Tel : CHELTENHAM MOWERS LIMITED

Tel: 01452 616169

Unit B3, Nexus, Hurricane Road, Gloucester Business Park, Glos. GL3 4AG

Visit and Buy On-Line at www.mowers-online.co.uk

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A.D.B ELECTRICAL SERVICES LTD

QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN DOMESTIC, COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL

FAULT FINDING RE-WIRING & UPGRADES INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

LIGHTING & POWER POINTS ELECTRICITY TO SHEDS & OUTBUILDINGS

ELECTRIC SHOWERS NIC PART P REGISTERED ANDY BOUCHER

TEL: 01452 371981 MOBILE: 07967 721966 25 Minster Gardens, Abbeymead

No Job Too Small - Free Estimates. All work carried out to the highest standard

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Burst pipes ● Replacement taps

● Kitchen sinks ● Toilets ● Radiators

● Bathroom Installations ● Tiling ALL WORK GUARANTEED

City & Guilds Qualified

Cat Flaps also

fi�ed

POWER FLUSH HEATING SYSTEM

LOCAL ABBEYDALE RESIDENT

R. H. NELMES PLUMBING AND HEATING

Gas Safe Registered

CONTACT:

01452 384905 OR MOBILE:

07806 549041

ABBCARE Installations

• Conservatories • P.V.C Doors

• P.V.C Windows

• Fascias & Gutters

• Brickwork Alterations

• Extensions • Home Improvements

• Misted Sealed Unit

Replacement

All P.V.C work includes 10 year

Manufactures guarantee

Grahame Wright

Tel: 01452 546349

Mob: 07765 902002

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www.saintbridgesportscentre.co.uk

Tel: 01452 303768

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Master Sheds Unit D, Sudmeadow Road

Hempsted, Gloucester, GL2 5HG

Tel: 01452 314011

www.mastersheds.co.uk

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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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Gardening Tips for October from Garden Delight..Gardening Tips for October from Garden Delight..Gardening Tips for October from Garden Delight..Gardening Tips for October from Garden Delight.. Flowers, Tubs and BordersFlowers, Tubs and BordersFlowers, Tubs and BordersFlowers, Tubs and Borders Now is the time to plant out spring flowering bedding like Wallflowers, Stocks, forget-me- nots and

pansies, try under planting them with winter and spring flowering bulbs to give extra colour. October is a great month for planting out new trees and shrubs, the ground is warm from the sum-

mer and the autumn rain will enable the plants to establish quickly. Is also a good month for moving any deciduous shrubs taking a good root ball replant firmly incorporating some good compost in the soil.

Once the frost has blackened the leaves of Dahlias cut down the stems to about 6’’ and then lift and store in a frost free place ready for next year. Dusting the tubers with sulphur powder will help prevent rotting.

Lift and divide large clumps of early flowering perennials/herbaceous plants, late flowering varieties are best left to the early spring. Replanting the divided clumps will give you new plants and increase the vigour of the older plants.

Tall deciduous shrubs such as Rose, Buddleia and Lavetera should be cut back by a third this stops them rocking in the ground during the winter winds. If they do this a gap appears where the stem enters the soil, this gap can fill with water, freeze and then damage or even kill the plant.

LawnsLawnsLawnsLawns

• Reduce the frequency of mowing raising the blades high, by the end of the month it will be time

to stop mowing all together and put the mower in for service ready for next year. If you haven’t already done so apply a good autumn lawn food which will help control moss and toughen the lawn up for the winter.

Fruit and VegetablesFruit and VegetablesFruit and VegetablesFruit and Vegetables

• Prune back Blackcurrants, Blackberries, Loganberries and Tayberrys train in the new canes to

fruit next season

• Harvest and store pumpkins and marrows before the first frosts, sow cauliflower, peas and win-

ter lettuce under cloches.

• Spray peach and nectarine trees with Dithane 945 to help prevent peach leaf curl.

Dig over veg plots to allow the air and water to penetrate incorporating in any garden compost and manure this will work in over the winter as the frosts break down the soil.

GreenhouseGreenhouseGreenhouseGreenhouse

• Move inside any tender plants to over winter, ensure you watch out for the colder nights when

you may need extra heat or need to apply fleece to give full protection.

• Water only when required and then in the morning only so that foliage does not remain wet

over night. Ensure there is good ventilation to keep up air movement and prevent dampness, take down any shading and make sure the glass is nice and clean to take full advantage of the winter sun.

Plant of the month Plant of the month Plant of the month Plant of the month –––– Autumn Flowering HebesAutumn Flowering HebesAutumn Flowering HebesAutumn Flowering Hebes –––– A wide range of evergreen shrubs which come in all sizes shapes and colours. Generally they have shiny oval leaves and during the summer and autumn months are covered in masses of spike shaped flowers. Flower colour ranges from white to dark blue. Most are compact in shape and height and range from 1-4ft. any garden soil with suit and choose a sunny or partially shaded position. Those with smaller leaves are hardier, prune back straggly or frost damaged growth in May to keep compact and produce flowers. Easy to propagate from cuttins taken in summer. Check out our web site www.gardendelight.co.uk Disclaimer – these tips are the result of many years experience in gardening however no guarantees can be given. Remember there are principles to successful gardening but no formulas.

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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

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All kinds of trees and hedges

expertly felled, topped and pruned

GARDEN DESIGNED, MAKEOVERS AND RENOVATIONS

JUNGLE CLEARANCE

Friendly and reliable local company

For more info visit www.lindentreegardens.co.uk

Call Bob on 01452 535696 (24 hour answering service)

Mobile 07957545926

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C.D.L CHRIS LEE PLASTERING

CONTRACTOR

For all your plastering needs big or small

For smoothing over artex, ceilings or walls,

To garage conversions Just give me a call

20 YEARS EXPERIENCE INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

DOMESTIC / COMMERCIAL

Tel: 01452 538328 Mobile: 07879 410369

LOCAL ABBEYDALE

RESIDENT

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

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It’s Hallowe’enIt’s Hallowe’enIt’s Hallowe’enIt’s Hallowe’en

Hallowe’en has been described as “a perfect example of superstition struggling with religious belief”. We may all be aware of it — but how many of us know the origins of the annual activities of October 31st?

Hallowe’en dates back over 2,000 years to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. October 31st was the Celts’ New Year’s Eve, as they celebrated the end of the ‘season of the sun’ before the ‘season of darkness’ started on November 1st (their New Year’s Day). The Celts believed that evil spirits came with the darkness and that on October 31st the barriers between our world and the spirit world were at their weakest.

The Catholic Church made 1st November the church holiday of All Saints Day in 835 AD, when all saints are remembered. (The 2nd November is All Souls Day, when the church remembers all those who have died). ‘Hallows’ is an old word for Saint, hence October 31st became All Hallows Eve, then Hallowe’en.

Many of the Hallowe’en activities we take part in today are a mixture of pagan and Christian traditions, with the season of harvest thrown in too. The original Celtic bonfires which were burnt to frighten the spirits away have now become all the candles we light, particularly in pumpkin lanterns (Apparently 99% of all pumpkins sold are for use as these Jack O Lanterns).

It’s thought that orange and black have become

the colours of Hallowe’en because orange is the colour of harvest and black the colour of death. Games such as apple bobbing and snap apples also became popular due to the abundance of apples at this time.

Dressing up also has ancient roots. When people thought this was the time ghosts came back to earth, they would wear masks if they left their homes that night so that the ghosts would mistake them for fellow spirits.

‘Trick or Treating’ has become much more common in recent years, but it too has medieval origins. To keep ghosts away from their houses people would place bowls of food outside their doors. ‘Souling’ was another medieval European tradition. People would call at homes asking for soul cakes in return for praying for the souls of the donor’s deceased relatives.

Hallowe’en has undoubtedly become a bigger celebration in the last decade, with retailers selling costumes, decorations and accessories, but this success has brought reservations too. Some parents have concerns about their young children out on the street in the dark, or that youngsters may take things too far and make a nuisance of themselves. And although many Christians celebrate it quite happily, others see Hallowe’en as a danger, flirting with the power of darkness and the occult. Some Church youth groups around the country now arrange ‘Alternative Hallowe’en Parties’ on October 31st.

Why on earth do we carve

scary faces in to pumpkins?!

Here, we find out what it’s

all about...

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Fantastic Tan

The Ultra Fast Spray Tan in the comfort of your home

Sun Kissed & Sexy the healthy way

Simply have one for a special Occasion Weddings,

Christening, Balls/Prom, Holidays.

Or just to make you feel brighter

Call Jackie

to make an appointment 0796 790 8396

Discounts for parties Gift Vouchers available

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Friday 5th October

TAKEN 2 In Istanbul, retired CIA operative Bryan Mills (Liam Neeson) and his wife (Famke Janssen) are taken hostage by the father of a kidnapper Mills killed while rescuing his daughter.

SINISTER Found footage helps a true-crime novelist (Ethan Hawke) realize how and why a family was murdered in his new home, though his discoveries put his entire family in the path of a supernatural entity.

Friday 12th October HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA

Dracula, who operates a high-end resort away from the human world, goes into over-protective mode when a boy discovers the resort and falls for the count's teen-aged daughter. This animated kids tale features the vocal talents of Adam Sandler, Steve Buscemi, David Spade, Jon Lovitz and CeeLo Green.

RUBY SPARKS A novelist struggling with writer's block finds romance in a most unusual way: by creat-ing a female character he thinks will love him, then willing her into existence.

Friday 19th October FRANKENWEENIE

When young Victor's pet dog Sparky (who stars in Victor's home-made monster movies) is hit by a car, Victor decides to bring him back to life the only way he knows how. But when the bolt-necked "monster" wreaks havoc and terror in the hearts of Victor's neighbors, he has to convince them (and his parents) that despite his appearance, Sparky's still the good loyal friend he's always been. Tim Burton writes and directs this quirky black & white stop-motion animated tale.

MADAGASCAR 3: EUROPE`S MOST WANTED Alex (Ben Stiller), Marty (Chris Rock), Gloria (Jada Pinkett Smith)and Melman (David Schwimmer) are still fighting to get home to their beloved Big Apple. Their journey takes them through Europe where they find the perfect cover: a traveling circus, which they reinvent - Madagascar style.

Friday 26th October SKYFALL

Bond's loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost. Daniel Craig returns as 007, facing off against the sinister Raoul Silva (Javier Bardem, best known from the Coen brother`s film NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN).

October 2012 Release’s

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Sudoku - Complete the puzzle by 20th October 2012

and return, with your name and address, to Abbey-Link,

30 Dancers Hill, Abbeymead, Gloucester, GL4 5TY to be in with a

chance of winning 2 cinema tickets

How to Play

Fill in the grid so that eve-

ry row, every column, and

every 3x3 box contains

the digits 1 through 9,

with no repetition!

That's all there is to it.

You solve the puzzle with

reasoning and logic -

there’s no maths involved

and no adding up.

It's fun. It's challenging.

It's addictive!

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R W BATHROOM AND TILING

Bespoke Bathroom Installation

Tiling Service

Specialist in Natural Stone

Free Quotation No Obligation

Contact Rob Tel: 01452 531858

Mobile: 07970 259494

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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

Derek J. Smart

• Painter

• Decorator

• General Builder

40 Years

Experience

Free

Quotations

Tel: 01452 412781

Mobile: 077198 19811

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Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory...

ACCOUNTANTS Abbeymead Accountancy

and Taxation Centre 6

Add This Limited 10

Hucclecote Accounting & Taxation

Services 15

ADVERTISING The Best of Gloucester 39

AIRCONDITIONING Charmont 9

ARCHITECT D2B Designs 8

Paul Karlsson 7

ART CLASSES Pete Garrard 22

BATHROOM INSTALLATION R W Bathrooms & Tiling 36

Severn Vale Bathrooms 15

TBS Bathrooms 21

Will Oliver Installations 19

BEAUTY THERAPY Elegant Beauty 33

Therapy Skin Treatment 17

BEDROOMS PJB Carpentry 13

BLINDS Lindas Blinds 10

BUILDING CONTRACTORS Darren Mann 37

SWJ Construction 28

CARAVAN CARE GL Caravan Care 31

CARPENTRY P J B Carpentry 13

Richleigh Carpentry 5

CARPETS Sapphire Carpets 5

CHILD CARE Prickles Childcare 23

CHILDRENS PARTIES Bohemian Beads 23

CLEANERS Cleaning Solutions 11

CLOTHING FashiONbudget 33

COMMUNITY CENTRE Abbeydale Sports &

Community Centre 25

COMPLIMENTARY

THERAPY Chiropractic Wellness Centre 16

Remedial Sports 16

COMPUTER

MAINTENANCE Cotswold Computer Medic 7

Gamlin Software Solutions 10

Hop-2-it 31

Jemtek 35

CONSERVATORIES Gloucester Conservatory &

Window Warehouse 13

Taylors Conservatory Care 36

ELECTRICIAN A D B Electrical Services 9

Cleevely Electrical 36

Glevum Electrical 2

Hammond Electrics 28

ESTATE AGENTS Michael Tuck 40

Parkers Estate Agents 14

FITNESS With Nikki 16

FLOORING PJB Carpentry 13

GARDEN MAINTENANCE Garden Delight 26,27

Just a Mow 18

Linden Tree 30

Mark Dunkley 31

GREEN GROCERS Petals 23

HOLIDAYS Portugal Villa 17

HOTELS Hallmark Hotel 17

Hatton Court 1

KITCHEN & BATHROOM

FITTING M C Kitchen & Bathrooms 12

PJB Carpentry 13

TBS Kitchens 21

LANDSCAPING Abbeydale Landscapes 30

Grants Landscaping 30

LMS 30

LAWNMOWERS Cheltenham Mowers 8

LOFT LADDERS Elite Loft Ladders 36

OVEN CLEANERS Oven Busters 10

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

Derek J Smart 37

PET CARE Abbey Pet Care 12

Nails and Tails 12

PLASTERER Chris Lee 31

PLUMBING & HEATING A G Griffiths 4

A M Nelmes 29

Beaven Installations 4

Charmont 9

Easy Plumbing 11

Glevum Heating 2

N Boothroyd 24

R H Nelmes 11

The Gasman 28

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Bright Sparks 19

J C Property Maintenance 29

RN Property Services 29

ROOFING INSTALLATION C & G Cladding 37

SELF TANNING Fantastic Tan 33

SHEDS Master Sheds 22

SOCIAL CLUB

Saintbridge Sports Centre 20

SOLICITORS Dee & Griffin 14

Treasures 6

TREE SURGEON Acorn Treecare 18

TUITION Private Tuition 23

VETS AAS Vets 22

WINDOW INSTALLATION A & A Double Glazing 24

Abbcare 11

C & G Cladding 37

Elements 22

Glass Fix Glazing 24

WINDOW REPAIR Cloudy 2 Clear 24

Longlevens Window Repairs 37

Contact AbbeyAbbeyAbbeyAbbey----LinkLinkLinkLink: 30 Dancers Hill, Abbeymead Gloucester, GL4 5TY

Tel: 01452 617040 Email: [email protected] www.thelink-directories.co.uk

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