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Happy to recommend Andy (Burke - not to be confused with the Andy who posts as spoiltdog). He replaced a shower screen for me and I will be using him again. his mobile is 07983 688451

We have had some lovely times at different Featherdown farms - Warren farm has been the best so far but perhaps a bit further than you want to go. They have some in Kent/Sussex but we haven't stayed in any of these. Nethergong Camping is closer (east Kent) and you can camp/they have various glamping options. Not too far from the coast. For more traditional camping Rother Valley campsite is great and has a steam train close by which takes you to Bodium Castle. The ACP campsite in Alfriston is fab too, very child friendly and not far from the sea. Hope you find something suitable.

Hi we use Michelle Benson and her team http://anypetsittingandwalking.co.uk/contact/ She lives locally, has a fairly small team. She and the team are sensible and experienced. We used to have set days but when my work situation changed we started to use a more ad hoc arrangement although I can give her several days' notice. In emergencies, she has been accommodating at short notice although we haven't had to do this often. I would give her a call and have a chat. The other thing to consider is the dog - they vary a lot in how long they can be left alone! We have ended up having to get a lot more walking than I anticipated as our dog gets anxious on her own. It is a substantial cost.

Congratulations! We had our wedding/Reception at the Rosendale Pub in West Dulwich in November - Sue and her team did a great job and we all had a fab time. Feel free to PM if you have any questions.

Thanks to a recommendation on the EDF I went to Marie Taylor to alter my wedding dress. She did a great job and was helpful, professional and reasonably priced. She also altered the dress my Mum will be wearing to the wedding. We are both delighted with our respective dresses. She can be contacted via her website/email [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/chalkandfeather/

We're looking for a DJ or band for our wedding in November. Please let me know if you have any recommendations

"sitting still like a frog" - comes as a book and CD but some of the meditation exercises are free on various websites too.

Appalling service from Addison Lee this morning - far more in line with the on-line reviews than the two posts above. Taxi arrived an hour late whilst they were constantly telling us the driver was ten minutes away. My partner was late arriving for an important charity event he is running today.

Saw a sign at the Rosendale saying there would be a garden party that day so I assume they will be showing the wedding.

Reading eggs has gone down well with my 6yo daughter https://readingeggs.co.uk/

I've stayed at Treowen near Monmouth several times with a group of 30+ (8 families with kids from 3-12yo). Symmonds yat is lovely and very close. I think they can provide caterers although haven't used them. It isn't fancy and there is plenty of outside space http://www.treowen.co.uk/

We are also looking for someone to look after our puppy - please PM if you have recommendations.

Your Mother in Law can be seen as an "immediately necessary" NHS patient at your GP surgery or by SELDOC unless you particularly want her seen privately. https://www.myhealth.london.nhs.uk/information-for-overseas-visitors

My daughter enjoyed it there last summer and is going back again this year. They go out on lots of local trips and she enjoyed the activities at the centre.

There another coil now called "jaydess". It releases about 2/3 the dose of progesterone compared to the mirena coil and lasts for three years. http://patient.info/doctor/intrauterine-system-pro

Arm strap holder for phone and key. inhaler in back pocket/waistband/bra or take a couple puffs before i go and leave it behind (my asthma is very predictable though). Like Liz I haven't found a belt that worked for me.

Had my first BB with the lovely Carly last week. I would definitely recommend her. I am delighted with the result and have had loads of complements about my hair. Wish I'd had it done ages ago. My usually messy hair now looks like it has been professionally blow dried with minimal effort on my part.

Something that helped my daughter was to ask her to choose something she'd like to do/treat (bribe!)when she got back home before she went on the play date. Then I'd remind her of this at 10 min etc warning. Made leaving a bit easier and more successful than removing activities.

Would taking parental leave be an option? https://www.gov.uk/parental-leave/entitlement

Thank-you, that is all really helpful.

I am dusting off my cello after 20 years or so of not playing. Any recommendations for the following? Someone to have a look at the sound post which I think has slipped a bit. A local teacher - I was grade 8 standard and would like to get back there and work on my technique. A localish orchestra Thanks in advance.

Steve and Nicola at Back to Wood - more on this thread http://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/forum/read.php?30,843419

Steve and Nicola have just finished my through lounge and hall which look amazing. They were very professional and left the areas clean and tidy at the end of the day. There was very little dust at all. Steve's email: [email protected]