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Dark, pokey and inaccessible, lofts can often be, literally, a waste of space, useful for a bit of dusty, long-term

storage and nothing else. Turn that space into one or two useful rooms and – ta da! – not only might you have added real value to your property, but you’ve got extra living space that could make all the difference to happy family life.

The simplest loft conversion might just involve strengthening and boarding out the floor, adding a light and sticking in a pull-down loft ladder – giving you a good-sized storage area that’s accessible on a regular basis, at a cost of probably only a couple of thousand pounds. Bear in mind, however, that Building Regulations may apply to even a simple conversion – see more at www.planningportal.gov.uk. Such a basic project may be a good idea in practical, everyday terms, but if it’s added value you’re after, you’ll have to be more ambitious, say the experts, and put in at least one ‘real’ room.

‘It’s a false economy to cut corners,’ says Jeremy Leaf, RICS housing spokesperson (www.rics.org). ‘To maximise your return the conversion has to be designed properly from the very beginning. You should have a proper lobby area when you come up the stairs, there should be sufficient head clearance, it should be properly insulated, you should have a dormer window rather than a Velux. It’s also important to think about how a loft conversion affects the house as a whole, as they can make them

top heavy, with too many bedrooms and, in comparison, too few reception rooms. Check out other properties nearby which have been similarly extended to see what has been done and what they’re worth.’ When doing your research, it’s always a good idea to ask a local estate agent for advice, and you could also go to a website such as www.nethouseprices.com to find out how much properties in your area have sold for recently.

A word about space planning. If you have room, adding a bathroom to a loft conversion makes sense both practically and financially, and shouldn’t cost any more than adding a new bathroom anywhere else in the house – in other words, anything from around £3,000 for a plain fit-out. Costs will be minimised if you place the bathroom above one on the floor below, keeping plumbing work simple, but Hugo Tugman of Architect Your Home (www.architect-yourhome.com) points out that you should always keep your options open. ‘It’s folly to put the bathroom in the wrong place, just because that’s where the drains are,’ he says. ‘The same goes for staircases – most people think that there’s just one place where a staircase can be fitted in a loft conversion, because Building Regulations require two metres of head room above it, but you can end up squashing your accommodation just because the best bit of loft is taken up with a staircase. It’s really worth considering the possible alternatives when doing your planning.’

And finally, if overall head height is an issue in your potential loft conversion, don’t try to get away with cramped, uncomfortable rooms. Hugo points out that lowering

Converting your loft can be the ideal way to gain extra space without the expense and hassle of moving house. Katherine Sorrell outlines the dos and don’ts.

If possible, try to add a bathroom to a loft conversion. The combination of bedroom with ensuite is not only convenient but is likely to add more

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the ceilings of the rooms below is often a possibility, and can make all the difference to the success of a project. ‘It sounds like it would be a massive expense,’ he says, ‘but in fact the additional costs are really only plastering and decorating the rooms below, and it would probably add no more than about three or four thousand onto a simple job.’

BUT WILL IT ADD VALUE?

The HSBC’s annual home improvement survey found, in March this year, that a loft conversion is still the improvement that adds the most value, boosting the price of a property by, on average, £16,152. But according to specialists Econoloft, a typical conversion by building professionals costs between £20,000 and £30,000. The answer may lie, therefore, in keeping costs down by doing as much work as possible yourself – but only if you can do

it to a good standard. Valuation expert Paul Cutbill, of Countrywide Surveying Services, said: ‘Whilst sensibly improved and well presented homes will generally be attractive to potential purchasers, rising labour and material costs mean that the gap between the cost of improving and monies realised at the point of any sale has been reduced. Poor quality refitting and lack of proper design considerations, often as a result of inadequate project budgeting and planning, can also have a significant knock-on effect to any added value which might be gained when selling a property.’

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in England and Wales independent of the greyhound racing industry, is holding an All Breed Fun Dog Show on Sunday, 15th July at Boyes Lane Park, Colden Common, Winchester.

This year’s show is bigger and better than before with 18 classes to enter ranging from Best Puppy to Best Brace – all dogs are welcome, any size and breed! The emphasis is on having FUN so everyone is welcome to attend with or without a four legged friend; indeed it promises to be an exciting day with plenty to keep

all the family occupied. There are over 20 fantastic stalls, a parade of homeless hounds, a licensed bar and refreshments. Boyes Lane Park has plenty of free parking as well as an enclosed children’s play area, picnic area plus 17 acres for you to walk around. The show starts at 9am, with the first class at 10am and finishes around 4.45pm.

Corinne Harris, Hampshire Events Officer for GRWE, said “We are thrilled to be holding this event for the third year running and to showcase some of our kennel hounds once again. Many of these dogs have overcome adversity and last year the Best in Show

was won by a dog with a disability, so it just goes to show that perfection doesn’t always win! GRWE re-homed over 760 dogs in 2011 and we hope by holding events such as these, we continue to raise awareness and much needed funds to assist us in caring for even more greyhounds and lurchers in the future.”

The show has been generously sponsored by Talk Design and Print of Winchester.

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Saturday 21st July - 11am to 5pmFordingbridge Summer Festival Organised by the Rotary Club of Fordingbridge and held at the Fordingbridge Recreation Ground, the festival is a fun day out for all the family. Attractions include Gun Dogs, Animals: sheep, pigs. Classic cars, falconry display, Dog Show, fete games, archery, duck race, live music, tug of ware, craft village and so much more. Gates open at 10am.

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Jubitree!Chris Hiles of Courtens Garden centre, Whiteparish gears up to plant a tree to

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Saturday 21st July - 7pmThe Downton Band - Come and enjoy the band playing old favourites and new numbers on the sunken lawn in Downton Moot.

Concert starts at 7pm. Bar and BBQ available. Adults £4, Concessions £2. Bring a rug or chair.Proceeds shared between the Band and the Moot.

Sunday 5th August - 11am to 4pmDogs Trust Salisbury Open Day and Fun Dog Show

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Sunday 5th August - 7pmWilton Classic and Supercar Show

For those with a love of all things motoring, this family event is brought to you by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts.

Taking place in the grounds of Wilton House, the 2012 Wilton Classic and Supercar Day combines the elegance of classic cars with the engineering excellence of some of the world’s most iconic supercars.

The day will feature “The EFG International Paddock” – a display of some of the worlds most beautiful and important classic cars.

Gates Open - 8.30am.

All food stands will be open serving breakfast and morning coffees and then lunches.

Classic car display on the South Lawn.

Major attractions include: the BloodHound SSC, the fastest ever land vehicle.

Air Display - 10.30am, Parachute Drop - 11.30amParade of Supercars - 12.00pmThe QuickSilver Rev Off - 2.30pmLynx helicopter aerobatic display - 3.00pm

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Thurs 9th - Fri 10th August (All Day)Italian Market

New to Salisbury - sample the delights of Italian Shopping in the Market Place.

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Friday 17th August - 7pmSalisbury Heart City Dinner And Dance

Enjoy an evening of Jazz and Swing Music from The Lazarus Band with Casino Room generously sponsored by The Chapel Nightclub (free chips included).

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Actually, crop circles “appear” around the world

throughout spring, summer, and autumn – whenever and wherever there’s a standing crop. But with a fair chance of decent weather and the kids on holiday and needing some diversion, August may be the right month to go and see one, perhaps as part of a day out in the country which might include a pub lunch and a couple of hours in a traffic jam on the A303 (because an awful lot of crop circles “appear” in the Stonehenge area).

I say “appear” in quotation marks because of course the contentiousness about them is how they’re made, or more especially who or what they’re made by: freak weather, outer space visitors or human pranksters.

Crop circles have been reported sporadically since the 17th century, and the first investigation of their cause, in Surrey in 1880, put them down to “cyclonic wind

action”, extraterrestrials having not yet been thought of. From the 1970s, though, they were reported more and more often, attracting more media attention and more theories about their origin. I needn’t go into detail, but by 1991 there was a large body of opinion that they were the work of UFOs or their occupants.

Unfortunately for the UFO theorists, in that year a couple of blokes called Doug Brewer and Dave Chorley claimed to have made most if not all of them using nothing more sophisticated

than a plank and a length of rope, and were more than happy to be filmed doing so. Since then there have been crop circle competitions and manufacturers including Nike have used their logos rendered as crop circles in advertising. There’s even a group called Circlemakers that specialises in creating ever more intricate patterns and, like Doug and Dave, is happy to be filmed doing it.

But it takes more than a video of a couple of guys with a plank and a length of rope to convince the UFO theorists and although I don’t wish to be disrespectful of sincerely-held views it always seems a bit strange to me to favour a theory you can’t prove over an alternative that can be demonstrated, filmed, and repeated on demand. The UFO theorists – who, given their refusal to believe the evidence of their own eyes, ought to be called the “sceptics” in this case – can point to lots of oddities and anomalies that suggest that Doug, Dave and

It’s August, and although the crop circle season is nearing its end, now is the best time to go out and see what delights the Andy Goldsworthys of the skies have left us to marvel at this year.

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their successors didn’t create all of the crop circles in the world; but then, we don’t know who painted all of the paintings in the world, but that’s no reason to suggest that extraterrestrials did.

I raise the subject of paintings deliberately, because I don’t really care whether it was a couple of blokes or alien astronauts: my point is, crop circles are beautiful

and they serve no practical purpose - to me that makes them art.

Anyway, believe what you want to believe. But if you’re having one of those Dunkirk-spirit make-the-best-of-the-recession “holidays at home” this August, just Google one of the million or so regularly-updated websites devoted to the subject, choose

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For more information, please contact: Salisbury City FC on 01722 776655 Or Naomi House Children’s Hospice

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Please come along and join in the fun and activities taking place at Salisbury City Football Club on Sunday 5th August at their Open Day & Family Fun Day. Money raised will go to their chosen charity – Naomi House Children’s Hospice.

Visitors will be able to meet the players, take a tour around the stadium and the new football kit is being launched and available to view. If you fancy a taste of keeping fit, there will be classes throughout the day for you to try.

Special appearances will be made by Scooby Doo and the Mystery Machine, along with the Knight Rider car – KITT. Unfortunately David Hasselhoff will not be driving! There will be a bouncy castle, face-painting, circus skills, grand raffle, toy tombola, stalls and fete games for all ages. Hot and cold food will be available all day.

It all kicks off from 10am, with the Kit launch at 11am and all the fun and games will be available from the start. We hope to have Spire FM attending to round off the event.

More details will be available on the Salisbury City FC website, or on the Naomi House website: www.naomihouse.org.uk. Please contact Pam Bacon at Naomi House for more information on 01962 843513. We hope to see you there.

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We have a good range of feed and bedding for collection or delivery and can quickly obtain any feed (from a bag to a pallet) that we do not have in stock. Free feed delivery is available within a 15 mile radius of Wilton (minimum order of 4 large

bags) and we are able to maintain stock for regular customers.

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David Cameron’s recent launch of vouchers for parenting classes has highlighted how difficult it can be to parent well. There can often be situations

- such as your young child screaming in a heap on the supermarket floor - when you feel that you have no control over their behaviour, but giving in to their demands doesn’t seem to improve things. However, dealing positively with bad behaviour in a calm, consistent way will help your child as they test you and push the boundaries.

Praising good behaviourYou’re probably aware of how often you tell your child off, but are you aware of how often you praise them? Parental praise is a big motivator for young children - it makes them feel happy, loved and secure and will raise their self-esteem. Little things like telling them they brushed their teeth really well, or put away their toys without being asked, are all positive affirmations which make them realise you are noticing them.

Keeping positiveWhen your child is misbehaving it can sometimes feel easier to give in to their demands for peace and quiet rather than stick to your guns. But every time you change your mind, you are telling your child that if they are persistent enough they will eventually win. Stay calm and before you say ‘no’, give yourself a few seconds to think your way round the situation that is positive for both of you. For instance, if your child starts playing up in a shop, say that if they behave now, you will do something fun later, or give them a treat.

If they carry on misbehaving, warn them of the consequence and if it continues, take calm action, for instance taking away a privilege. For small children, any consequence must happen within a couple of hours to be effective (for instance, missing a TV programme) as otherwise they won’t remember what it was related to. Be consistent: if they play up in the supermarket every time, make sure there is always a consequence.

Tackling trigger pointsThere are often certain points in the day which can cause problems - and if you are aware of these in advance, it will be much easier to deal with them.

Positive parenting helps your child to feel secure and loved

Going out: If you know your child needs time to adjust after a nap or likes to choose their own clothes before going to nursery, make sure you factor in enough time. If they are indecisive, give a choice of two things and ask which one they would prefer.

Meal times: Again, make sure your child has plenty of time to eat a meal and is not rushed. If they’re given foods they don’t like, offer an incentive to at least try it - and praise them when they do. Use this time to bond by sitting and chatting about their day.

Bedtimes: Bath and bedtime is a lovely part of the day, but can sometimes be fraught. Chat about your child’s day and praise their good behaviour. Star charts for going to bed without a fight work well - with a small treat every few days for doing well. Don’t leave it a whole week as this is too long for young children.

The more positive interaction you have with your child, not only praising, but giving them firm boundaries for behaviour, really will help you to form a close, positive relationship.

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In the glory days, Peugeot shifted 7.7 million 206s and the iconic 205 before that found 5.2

million homes. The lacklustre 207 however never caught buyers’ imaginations - flopping with just 2.3 million shifted during its lifecycle.

Now the French firm is hoping the all new 208 can bring back the glory days and sales success to its dealers once again.

However, things are a lot tougher these days. Back in 2001, there were just 16 rivals in the B segment in which the 200 series models compete. Fast forward ten years and now there are 27 direct rivals vying for car buyers’ cash.

But Peugeot hopes its new challenger can tackle the market leading Ford Fiesta head on. Aimed squarely at the sector sales leaders, the French firm hopes cute looks, competitive pricing and higher spec than rivals will be enough to tempt buyers to turn French.

Sales of the 208 will ultimately make up a third of Peugeot dealers’ volume too, and in 2013 the firm hopes to shift 45,000 units, so there’s some serious weight on this little hatch’s

shoulders.

But is it any good? Well, yes and no. Firstly there’s an impressive choice of engines. There are five petrol units and five diesels to choose from and with sales expected to be split 50/50 between the fuel types that comes as little surprise.

We tried the petrol 1.6-litre 155bhp, diesel 1.6-litre HDI with 115bhp, and the 1.2-litre three cylinder petrol. The diesel was excellent, but our pick has to be the characterful 1.2-litre with 82bhp and 118Nm of torque. It’s both great fun to drive yet economical too, returning 62.7mpg on the combined cycle and emitting just 104g/km.

On the road it’s really rather good. Dynamically it’s composed and even in the lesser powered models it’s good fun to chuck around bends. The ride quality is impressive, but we did find the steering very light in town.

The driving position is also strange with a tiny steering wheel that’s hard to position without obscuring the clocks. Overall, though, it drives like a little French hatch back should do - and we mean that in a positive way!

The sales clincher is really on the spec sheets. Peugeot has aimed for all trim levels to be just that little bit better than Fiesta - and in this market that’s vital.

The most popular trim, taking 40 per cent of sales, will be the Active. As standard on this model you have that all important air con, a touchscreen display, 15-inch alloys, cruise control, Bluetooth with audio streaming and USB. There are plenty of options too, notably sat nav, which unfortunately is a little fiddly to use.

Overall, we can’t help but like the 208 and it’s clear there’s a very good car in there waiting to escape (that’ll be the GTI). However, the design is a little fussy inside and out and the Ford Fiesta is a well established and popular rival.

Priced from £9,995, the new 208 goes head to head with key rivals from Ford and Vauxhall. However, it remains to be seen whether its funky new looks and tech advances will be enough to bring the glory days back to Peugeot once again.

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If you’re going on holiday shortly, don’t forget that your garden and plants will appreciate some TLC before you leave. An hour or two spent sorting out your plants can not only help to keep them going whilst you’re sunning yourself elsewhere, but also help to make your house look less abandoned in your absence. So before you grab a suitcase, make sure you spend some time in the garden.

I’m certainly not a lawn buff, but whether your lawn is your priority, or like me it’s more of a patch of grass than a bowling green, sort it out before you go. Give it a thorough mowing, cutting it as short as you dare but without ‘scalping’ it by cutting too low. Next take a pair of lawn edging shears, a half-moon edger or simply a sharp spade and neaten all the edges, including those next to flower beds. The effect of edging lasts far longer than mowing and will not only

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Many plants cease flowering if faded flowers are left on them and allowed to start to form seeds. This means it’s extra important to remove every faded bloom before you leave. If you’re off for more than a week, I suggest ‘dead heading’ not only the faded flowers, but also those which are just starting to fade. A sharp pair of scissors or just your finger and thumb should do the trick.

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The new concept in casual dining

The new concept in casual dining

Tel: 01722 414252www.cafecontinentalsalisbury.co.uk

The Highway, Charlton All Saints, Salisbury, SP5 4HD

Whether you’d like a coffee and a danish, a glass of wine or lager, something substantial

to eat or just a light snack....

Just relax and enjoy your surroundings

Now serving traditional home-cooked

SUNDAY ROAST

Whether you’d like a coffee and a danish, a glass of wine or lager, something substantial

to eat or just a light snack....

Just relax and enjoy your surroundings

Now serving traditional home-cooked

SUNDAY ROAST

Open Mon to Wed 10am - 6pmThurs to Sat 10am - late

Sundays 11am - 4pm

‘Drawing’ & ‘Painting’

Tue 24th & Wed 25th July1pm to 5pm

£15 includes Lunch

Summer Childrens’ Art Workshops

White Horse Inn, Downton, SP5 3LY‘Drawing’ & ‘Painting’

Tue 24th & Wed 25th July1pm to 5pm

£15 includes Lunch

‘Summer School’Mon 6th to Fri 10th Aug

11am to 4pm£20 per day (includes Lunch)

£75 for the weekContact Angela Corben Tel: 01425 650859

www.angelacorben.com


by Solange Hando

At the heart of Central America, Costa Rica has set aside 30% of its land for

conservation, a higher percentage than any other nation. Framed by the Caribbean to the north and the Pacific to the south, barely the size of England, this little gem of a place claims over 180 nature reserves, including 32 national parks. Businessmen, farmers or government ministers, all agree that preserving the natural world is more important than financial gain. Eco-tourism is thriving and hotels are rated according to their green policy. Officially, this is the happiest country on earth.

So from beaches or coastal wetlands to volcanic peaks, from rainforest and jungle to montane cloud forests, Costa Rica is home to an enticing variety of flora and fauna, among them rare specimens and more types of butterflies than in the whole of Africa. Over 800 species of birds have been recorded, mostly residents, while mammals include giant anteaters, jaguars and vampire bats. For the brave, there are thrilling skywalks right up in the treetops, along suspended walkways.

One of the easiest national parks to explore is Carara on the south

coast where cicadas sing in the raintrees and butterflies the size of your hand flutter, vivid blue, along the stream. There are pale-billed woodpeckers, boar, striped tiger ants and lizards which can run on water. Wild lilies and hibiscus splash colour along the jungle trails and now and then, a pair of red macaws takes flight as spider monkeys swing on their long dangling limbs to claim the sweet blossom of a flame tree.

On the outskirts of Carara, crocodiles bask on the muddy banks of the Tarcoles river, while toucans with rainbow-coloured bills land in the treetops. Sunsets over the estuary are spectacular with hundreds of egrets coming to roost in the mangrove and howler monkeys gathering their troops for the night.

A fair drive south, Manuel Antonio is the smallest of the national parks but boasts a rich biodiversity on both land and sea. Trails lead around the rugged peninsula and along pure white sands fringed with turquoise waters. There are offshore islands, racoons and iguanas and white-faced Capuchin monkeys draped on low branches.

On the Caribbean coast, the

remote Tortuguero National Park covers the nesting sites of green and other turtles and a maze of canals, deltas and lagoons where water fowl and otters live in peaceful surroundings. From palms to lagoons and swamps, the park preserves 11 life zones and access is only by boat.

For Costa Ricans, respect for the natural world is unconditional and that includes the awesome volcanoes in the central highlands. Most iconic is Arenal, rising to over 5000 feet, which in May 1998 managed 23 eruptions in a single day. Now, it is dormant, its funnel top lost in the clouds or mirrored in the lake, surrounded by lush scenery and hot springs gushing out from the lower slopes.

Towering above the capital of San José are Irazu, the highest volcano at 11,200 feet, and Poas which claims the world’s largest active crater, 0.9 miles across and 900 feet deep. Drifting in and out of the mist, belching out fumes from the green lagoon, it showers the forest with acid rain. There are four habitats in its national park, including a unique dwarf forest where ramblers might spot the yellow-green squirrel found nowhere else in the world.

TRAVELCosta Rica - Natural World


COOPERS METALSSCRAP METAL MERCHANT

• We buy all scrap vehicles - Cars, Vans & Lorries• We also buy all scrap metals inc. Iron, Copper, Brass, Lead, Alloy etc.• Agricultural, Commercial & Domestic site clearances undertaken• Fully insured, Registered Waste Carrier• Hiab assisted lorries• Top prices paid, free collection service & cash payments • FREE Metals Skip Service - You Fill - We Pay! (Businesses/Farms)

Tel: 01725 513420 / 07500 524072 E: [email protected]

FAMILYRUNFIRM

We create cakes for Anniversaries, Birthdays, Christenings, Engagements, Novelties, Parties, Valentines and Weddings.Beverley’s Creative Cakes attracts customers from all over the south of England. To order a cake for any occasion, hire or buy equipment to create your own cakes, choose from our supply of decorations or to have a lesson in decorating call01725 513758 or visit our website beverleyscreativecakes.com

Beverleys Creative Cakes,53 The Borough, Downton , Salisbury SP5 3LXTel: 01725 513758E-mail: [email protected] Opening times: Monday to Friday – 9am- 5pm Saturday – 9am to 1pm

book keeping self assessment payroll VATbusiness consultancy

STRONG ACCOUNTINGSERVICES

www.strongaccounting.co.uk

Ian Strong FCCA Tel: 07731 106578Email: [email protected]

A friendly personalised service from an experienced local accountant

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Forest Edge Accountancy

Self AssessmentsCorporation Tax

VAT Returns

Book KeepingCompany Accounts

Tel: 01725 510116 Mobile: 07912 547273email: [email protected]

Personal TaxCIS ReturnsPayroll

Amanda Garnett ACMAYour LOCAL Accountant


S.J. Heating Services& Property Maintenance

Boilers

Bathrooms

Plumbing

Property

Maintenance

• Boiler & Central Heating Installations• Boiler Servicing & Gas Safety Checks• Under-floor Heating & Design• Bathroom Installations & Refurbishments• Plumbing Works & Property Maintenance

Call Steve for a FREE quote

Tel: 01725 510955 Mob: 07909 885544

Mobile: 07831 405193Office: 01980 862078Fax: 01980 863345

THE COMPLETE SERVICE NORMALLY CARRIED OUT WITHIN 48 HOURS

Domestic and CommercialPlastic and Steel Oil Tanks

40 years experienceFree inspection and Survey - Price quoted is guaranteedAll work guaranteedRemoval of old tank - Registered Waste CarrierFuel transfersMOD and Local Council ApprovedFully OFTEC registered technicianService and maintenance of oil fired boilers

For a reliable and friendly service from a local company please call Daniel on

01980 862078 or 07831 405193

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WoodfallsSalisbury

07836 257 91101725 511470

Institute of Chimney Sweeps

Building work undertaken

Please contact Oliver Orcheston-Findlay

All aspects of Carpentry &

Kitchens Bathrooms ExtensionsRoofing Flooring Building Maintenance

& Repairs Property Refurbishments

07754 947 272 on for a FREE estimate

Garden getting too much?Need help keeping your housein good order?Call Alan for GARDEN& HOME Maintenance

[email protected]


GRASS & HEDGE CUTTING, TURFING

PLANTING, DECKING, FENCING, GROUNDWORK

TILLING, PAINTING AND DECORATING

GENERAL REPAIRS, GUTTER CLEANS, AND SO MUCH MORE!

For a reliable & friendly servicePlease contact Jason:

Tel: (01722) 326707

Mobile: 07765 255 040

[email protected]

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JPLProperty Services

Fencing • Patios Landscaping • Decking

From repairsto additions

to new designCovering all Salisbury areas

T: 01794 341023M: 0777 990 7247

E: [email protected]


Telephone NumbersADVICECitizens Advice (Wiltshire - South) ..0844 3752775(from mobiles) ...................................0300 4568375Community Legal Service Direct (free help & advice) ........................0845 345 4 345Consumer Advice .......................... 08454 04 05 06Trading Standards ............................08451 201202

ANIMAL CHARITIES/VETSHampton Park Vets (Downton) .........01725 511492Hampton Park Vets (Salisbury) ....... 01722 416245Cats Protection League ....................08453 712068Dogs Trust ........................................01980 629634RSPCA Cruelty Line .........................0300 1234999Wildlife Care Centre .........................01980 862291

CHEMISTSBoots Chemist, Salisbury .................01722 333233Downton Pharmacy ......................... 01725 510388

GENERALDownton Library ...............................01725 511003Downton Link ................................... 01725 513807Odeon Cinema, Salisbury................0871 224 4007

HELPLINESAge UK Salisbury District ............... 01722 335 425Alcohol & Drug Advisory Service ..... 01722 820390Carers Support .................................01722 322746 Childline ................................................. 0800 1111Cruse Bereavement Care .................01722 411938Drugs Helpline - FRANK.................. 0800 77 66 00Family Lives Charity ........................0808 800 2222National Debtline ........................... 0808 808 4000Nat. Domestic Violence Helpline .... 0808 2000 247National Family Mediation ................01722 332936NSPCC ........................................... 0808 800 5000Relate ...............................................01305 262285Samaritans .......................................01722 323355 Victim Supportline ............................ 01380 729476Women's Refuge ..............................08457 023468

HEALTHDownton Surgery ............................. 01725 510296National Blood Service ................... 0300 123 2323

NHS Direct .............................................0845 4647Optician (A.J. Bass, Downton)......... 01725 512058Salisbury Hospital (Odstock) ........... 01722 336262Salisbury Walk In Health Centre .......01722 331191Sexual Health Clinic .........................01722 410069Whiteparish Surgery .........................01794 884269

LEISUREDownton Leisure Centre ...................01725 513668Five Rivers Leisure Centre ...............01722 339966

POLICECrimestoppers .................................. 0800 555 111Salisbury (non emergency)..............0845 408 7000

TRAVELNational Rail information ..................08457 484950Wilts & Dorset Bus Company ...........01722 336855

UTILITIES (Emergency Only)Bournemouth & W. Hants Water ..... 01202 590059Gas .................................................... 0800 111 999Wessex Water Sewage Floodline .. 0845 850 5 959Wessex Water Leakstoppers ......... 0800 692 0 692

WILTSHIRE COUNCILBus Passes.......................................01225 713004Council Tax Benefit ...........................01722 434483Council Tax .......................................01722 434222Elections ...........................................0300 4560112General Enquiries .............................01722 336272Homes 4 Wiltshire ............................01380 734734Housing - Council Tenant - Enqs ......01722 434773Housing - Council Tenant - Repairs ..01722 434724Housing Benefits ..............................01722 434483Parking .............................................01249 706131Pest Control .......................01722 434319 / 434541Planning............................................01722 434541Registration - births/ deaths/marr. ....01225 713007School admissions............................01225 713010Passenger transport .........................01225 713004Social care - children ........................01225 773500Social care - adults ........................... 0300 4560111Special education needs ..................01225 718095Street care and cleaning....01722 434319 / 434320Waste and recycling ..........01722 434319 / 434320

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