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1) Lake District Holidays
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Whether it is for green motives or cost constraints, families who would normally go abroad for their holidays are in for some surprises when they head for the Lake District this summer.
Savvy guests are demanding more from Lake District hotels who in turn, are being more creative in what they offer guests. Guests are re-introducing their families to the Lake District because it is compact (35miles) and offers very diverse attractions that will appeal to all members of the family.
The UK...
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2) Hedge and Hedging Plants Information
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Home Improvement
There are many types of hedge serving different purposes, we have a very wide selection of hedging plants available and there are a number of factors to consider when choosing.
The information further down on this page may help you choose but please call or e-mail if you are not sure. Links to further information on the main groups of hedging plants and the most popular hedges we sell may be found on the left and right hand menus.
HEDGE VERSUS FENCE AND WALL?
Hedges, Fences and walls ca...
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3) The Benefits of Radio / Wireless Fire Alarm Systems
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Home Improvement
Radio or wireless fire alarm systems first became available in the early 80's.
In these days the early radio or wireless fire alarm systems began to gain a poor reputation for reliability, mainly related to the radio transmissions and battery life of the devices. However over time the technology involved in these systems has steadily advanced to where we are today. Today's Radio or Wireless Fire Alarm Systems are light years ahead of their early 80's ancestors. Interestingly the advance...
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4) Inkjet and Toner Cartridges - Frequently Asked Questions
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Shopping and Product Reviews
Here are some frequently asked questions relating to the different types of inkjet and toner cartridges available and their storage and installation.
Q There is a problem with the print quality. What can I do?
A See useful hints section below.
Q What does OEM mean?
A OEM stands for 'Original Equipment Manufacturer' eg Epson, HP, Lexmark etc. These companies make printers as well as the cartridges used in them. We offer the OEM name brand and a non OEM name brand which is cheaper and...
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5) Grasmere and Keswick for Art and Literature
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Keswick , over the years, has become a haven for artists and galleries. The scenery surrounding the town of Keswick makes this statement easy to understand. There are a number of artists that have made a move to the area permanently.
Keswick is in the centre of the some of the most dramatic scenery in the UK. On one side there is Skiddaw loaming over at an incredible height of 3054 feet above sea level, the fourth highest mountain in the Lake District and on the other side the tranquillity o...
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6) Things to do when staying in Penrith hotels
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Penrith is a welcoming market town and a great base from which to explore Eden.
The town of Penrtih, with its beautiful red sandstone buildings has fascinating yards and alleyways to discover, pleasant open spaces and a selection of places to stay from fine hotels in Penrith to cosy guest houses and self catering cottages.
A lovely walk up through the wooded slopes of Beacon Hill to the Beacon "Pike" Monument, built in 1719 of local red sandstone, rewards you with great views over the to...
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7) Buying Modern Art and Canvas Art
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Arts and Entertainment
Good quality, individual art has become more accessible for the consumer to purchase in recent years.
Art is far more accessible to buy and view right now. Even famous works of art are being loaned out to local galleries so a wider audience can see them.
There is less stuffiness regarding art. Artwork can now be ordered more readily in bespoke commissions or particular colours and themes can be stipulated. A few years ago, this was an absolute no go area, the artist ruled and what they sa...
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8) Travelling to Manchester for your Hen or Stag Night
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Travelling to a different location from where you live is a very popular choice for a hen or stag weekend.
A hen or stag night has become more of an event in recent years. For years it was just a night around the local pubs where you live. Now, it is a real chance to have a fantastic and memorable weekend away with your friends and a start to the wedding celebrations.
Tasteless dressing up and gimmicks are becoming a thing of the past. Manchester for example is one such destination where...
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9) Wheelchair accessible vehicles
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Automotive
For a wheelchair user, deciding on the best method of travelling is a decision strewn with difficulties and making the wrong choice can be a costly mistake.
The following points are general observations that should be considered before making a decision about whether to opt for a converted, or an adapted vehicle.
With converted wheelchair accessible vehicles the structure and layout has been fundamentally and permanently altered to accept a passenger in a wheelchair. Whilst an adapted veh...
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10) Home from Home Pet Sitting Services
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Pets
For many households, dogs and other pets are very much part of the family.
Many pet owners simply won't go on holiday unless they have complete peace of mind for their dogs or other pets. Until relatively recently, unless pet owners had a very willing neighbour relative or friend who would take their dog in, there has not been an alternative to boarding kennels.
The British are renowned dog lovers with approximately 8 million canine companions in around 6 million households. That's a '...
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11) Keswick - The walking capital of England
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
There is no better location that Keswick on Derwentwater when it comes to walking in the Lake District.
Keswick is the walking capital of the English Lake District. There are a plethora of mountains within easy reach of Keswick including some of the highest mountains in England such as Scafell Pike, Skiddaw, Helvellyn, Great Gable and Pillar, which are all over 2,900 feet tall.
For anyone feeling less adventurous there lots of other enjoyable walks in the area including a choice of lakes...
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12) House and Office Clearance Services
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Real Estate
The requirement for house and office clearance services is varied.
Using a professional house clearance or office clearance company takes all the hassle of clearing a property or business premises. In terms of business use, the minimisation of disruption is paramount.
As with many professional services such as office and house clearances, the company has years of experience and can carry out the service in a quick and efficient manner. Other services that a house clearance company normall...
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13) Artificial Grass and Astroturf FAQs
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Home Improvement
There are many plus points in installing artificial grass and turf on a lawn. Here are some FAQ's relating to fake grass and turf.
Does the grass have a directional pile?
Yes, this method is increasingly popular and the installation time is very little. If purchasing a product with a low fibre height it may be necessary to install rubber matting first.
Can I lay artificial grass straight over decking?
Only on landscape products and when first unrolled. This is created by the manufacturi...
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14) Short Breaks in Lake District Cottages
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Times are changing in the travel and tourism sector. No longer does the operator lay down strict rules regarding minimum night stays etc.
The more relaxed stipulations on minimum stays are the case not just at hotels and bed and breakfast businesses but it is now the case for many self catering property owners.
Self catering is becoming more and more popular. The consumer is seeing the many benefits of staying in a self catering property in the UK as opposed to either staying in a hotel o...
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15) Activities to do when staying in Cumbria Cottages
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Staying in cottages in Cumbria gives you the scope to really explore this beautiful part of the world.
Cottages in Cumbria give you all the room required for walking kit, bicycles and climbing gear for example. They also tend to make a guest explore the local area more whether that is purely sightseeing, finding activities to discovering tucked away restaurants and pubs.
Cumbria and the Lake district National Park is full of stunning scenery and interesting places to visit and things to s...
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16) Fantastic there are January Sales at Hotels too
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
January has come around again and for the UK at least, the weather has been dictating what we have been doing.
Almost throughout the whole of the UK over the past three weeks, the heaviest snow in twenty years has been experienced. People haven't been able to get to relatives for Christmas with people and cars snowed in. The cold spell is expected to last for another week or so but what to do after that? The temperature will increase and
roads will eventually become completely clear, the p...
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17) Ballroom Shoes and Dancewear Shoes
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Shopping and Product Reviews
The importance of the correct shoes to a dancer should not be under estimated.
With many sports, footwear is chosen for the comfort but also to aid the sportsperson in their activity and none more so than dancing. Footwork is the main discipline in dance. Many dance steps are highly intricate requiring maximum skill, balance and rhythm. Dance shoes aid all these disciplines and most importantly, give the dancer the comfort and as much safety as possible.
As with dance costumes and clothi...
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18) Non Slip Tape v Grip Tape
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Shopping and Product Reviews
Grip tape and non slip tape are often thought as exactly the same product but there are differences.
Grip tape is the same as non slip tape, isn't it?
Put simply, yes and no! Modern skateboards have their origins in the late 1950s, when grip tape started appearing in the 1970s the most commonly available mineral in the US was silicon carbide (also known as carborundum tape). From the 1980s onwards throughout western industry aluminium oxide became more prevalent as an abrasive mineral and...
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19) Experience the beauty of Jamaica
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Travel and Leisure
Jamaica is situated in the centre of the Caribbean, between 17.5 degrees and 18.5 degrees north latitude and 76.5 degrees and 78.5 degrees west longitude. Cuba is 90 miles north.
Jamaica is the third largest of the Caribbean Islands. Cuba is the largest with the second place taken by Hispaniola which contains the countries of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Jamaica is the largest English-speaking Island in the Caribbean, measured at one hundred and forty six miles long and fifty one miles...
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20) Online booking systems For Self Catering Business Owners
Author:
Jenny Andrew
Category:
Software
An online booking system is essential for a self catering business owner.
Such a system is essential for today's tourism operator with many consumers expecting a resource like this which gives availability information instantly. It saves time both for the guest and the operator with no phone calls to be made and returned. It looks more professional but now more affordable solutions are available on the market, an online booking system is now accessible to even the smallest of tourism operato...
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