malcolmweir

Argh, Jovaner has just told me that’s not the right number. It’s 07450985602. I’m going to change it in the previous post too. But if anyone’s tried to get in touch with him and not heard back then that’s why!

Just wanted to post another recommendation for Jovaner (pronounced Jovani). It's been a few years since we needed any decorating done but we've just had Jovaner do some more work for us and I never cease to be amazed at how good he is. I've honestly never seen a decorator like him - the quality of his work, and his work ethic, is insane. I often have to tell Jovaner to take a break and stop working so hard - I feel like he's going to work himself into the grave! He is an incredible wallpaperer too - he wallpapered our understairs WC, all four (slanting) walls, including the door, in and our of the door panels, and I had to stare for five minutes to work out where the seams in the wallpaper were! He is also amazingly handy, he can do pretty much anything, carpentry, tiling, silcone work (he is an artist with silicone!) even plumbing. He recently completely rennovated the restaurant in-between Maremma and Naughty Piglets - doing literally everything himself. I think he might have a small window in his schedule due to a cancellation so get in there quick if you need some decorating done! The number I have for him now - in case it's changed - is 07450985602 (edited to correct number on 10th March).

Another recommendation for Neil. He just finished our carpets (landing and stairs - stair runners with whipped edging). We couldn't be happier. The carpets look amazing, perfectly fitted, and Neil was a pleasure to deal with. I did LOADS of research (I get a bit carried away!) and got quotes from johnlewis, lordship lane carpets as well as two other fitters and I'm so pleased I went with Neil. He brought loads of samples round - he could get any carpet we wanted and supplied it all (as well as underlay, brass doorbars etc) - all at a much better price than I could get elsewhere. Neil - 07984 147403

Great. Thanks very much! I'll check theses all out. Cheers.

Does anyone know of any forest schools or nature clubs for under 5's that run activities during the week? Looking for something for my 4 year old boy. Any advice much appreciated. Thanks!

Belated thanks everyone for your complimentary comments. We have just launched a new company - our website is westandreid.co.uk - so thought it's about time we spread the word!

Once again forgot to add his telephone number! Its 07450985602

I'd like to put another recommendation on here for Jovaner (pronounced Jovani). I've recommended him on the forum previously, and a number of my clients (plus others not connected to me), have used him and all been equally impressed with his work - and have recommended him here subsequently. As I mentioned before, I've never met someone so hardworking, and never had a better painter. I've used a lot of painter/decorators over the years, both domestically and professionally, and I've never met one with better knowledge or skill. He's been away for a month but is back now and I know is available for work so I would jump at the chance before he gets booked up!

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Just realised I didn't put his telephone number :) It's 07450985602.

Just want to post a recommendation for a decorator I have recently used. He is probably the hardest working person I have ever met, and also the best (of many, all brilliant) decorators I have used. Frankly I'd rather keep him all to myself(!) as I use him to paint a lot of my carpentry but I know he is working (literally) day and night to send money back to care for his mother in Brazil (Alzheimer's) and I want to help him start building his business on the forum. I would stake my own reputation on him - if you are lucky enough to employ him you'll know why. Edit (29/01/2016) His number is 07450985602

We took our son to a 4th birthday party last weekend with Fairy Gossamer and she was amazing - the kids were all captivated and loved every minute. Our boy is a couple of years younger but was still completely entranced. She was really lovely, a total pro and made the whole party super easy. We will definitely be using her or her husband (Wally the Wizard) when the time comes and would highly recommend to anyone. Their website is http://www.wallyandgossamer.com

John McCormack of JMC landscapes. He did a garden for a friend of mine's parents - apparently was brilliant, and the garden looks amazing. Think you can find website by looking on google.