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Relief that tests for asthma
beating technology can go ahead Chelworth
Ashburton Fencing Landscapes
There was a tremendous response to an appeal by Asthma Relief in
September's Link for volunteers to test an air-cleansing unit which Services Limited Fearing & Garden _Wariitenance
could be potentially life-changing to asthma sufferers. • Fencing and gates
Quality fencing & gates
The organisation saw impres- unit for the trial because of cost. C/oseboard, tre/lis, pane/s,
sive results on its first trial in Swin- However, a benefactor came for- supplied and erected picket chain/in/c security etc
don and want to collect more data ward in October and has bought All timber pressure treated • Landscaping
before investing in the units, four units. Free disposal of your Shing/e. paving, water features.
Spokeswoman, Sue People, said The Asthma Relief charity was old fencing turfing and p/anting
that the machines are to be tried founded by Dave Penman and is • Garden maintenance
out in four households and the run from the Shaftesbury Centre. All work guaranteed Grasscutting. tree and shrub
results monitored by retired West They have provided over 1,000 free Call now for a free estimate pruning, clearance etc.
Swindon GP, Dr Ian Matheson. In nebulisers and know that there is 01793 876191 For free quotation phone
one home, three family members, greater demand.
07971746962 (01793) 702029
aged 72,31 and 14 are chronic asth- They have achieved an enor- w'ti.chehrorthkrndsca pes.co.uk
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"We were contacted by an amaz- budget and are seeking financial
ing number of people who need backing from local businesses. Sue
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help and would like to volunteer said, "if we could find a local cor- 11 M G IRI)EN
to try the machines. The response porate sponsor, it would enable us SERVICES
shows that there's a big need." to achieve even more than we have
Initially, it was thought that it done to date." Every client & every garden is different.
would only be possible to buy one To help, call Sue on 611211. To fulfil the potential of your garden
we offer a planning & design service.
from a Gold Medal winning designer. Good quality seed sown turf
AW Gardening strikes gold that is individually tailored to suit + Free delivery
your taste & home. + No minimum order
Only two years after deciding to retrain as a garden designer, Andrew
We offer a complete or phased project Rotavator hire available
Wallington has picked up a gold medal at a national gardening show.
to suit budget and circumstances as well Turf laying service
When he left WH Smith, as planting plans, beds and border designs. Commercial & domestic
in 2004, Andrew decided to General garden maintenance landscaping
turn his hobby into a busi- & landscaping also undertaken. All work guaranteed
ness and took an HNC in Fully public liability insurance.
Garden Design & Planning Tel Fax: 01793 850595
at Lackham College. A regu- ^ Mobile: 07919 543733
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den Services has blossomed
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Preparations for the Na- +.°
tional Amateur Gardening Ts' . H.J.WEBB
Show began back in Febru-
ary. The design recreated a ^^ J
coastal view for a small town gar- just against yourself. The judges YOUR LOCALTIMBER MERCHANT
den, pictured. This was achieved consider planting, hard landscap-
with plants which would be found ing and the wow factor. • DECKING
in seaside resorts, and a clever ar- "There was a long wait over- • Railway sleepers
rangement of painted panels de- night for the judges' decision. It
picting a sea view, was a relief, after all the work that • Vast range of ti mber from battens to purlins -
A driftwood bench, floats, rope went into it, to feel that people in kiln dried and graded, treated or untreated
and lobster pots all added to the the horticultural business ap-
feeling of a coastal retreat. A sail proved of my work as a designer. • Unique larchlap and trellis panels - pressure
shade covered a small wooden There were also a lot of good corn- treated for longer life
deck. ments from the public."
Thewholegardenhadtobecom- Andrew plans to enter more • Materials for rose arches, pergolas etc
pleted in six days. Andrew said competitions next year and would • Wide selection of timber gates
that the atmosphere among corn- like to involve sponsors from an
petitors was friendly. "You're not early stage. See the advert above • Closeboard fencing
competing against other people, for contact details.
• Round, half round and square post & rail fencing
Searching for spirits and the unexplained • All grades and thickness of plywood, MDF etc
Ghosts and ghouls are all considered part of the fun of Halloween • Shiplap and featheredge cladding
celebrations but a local group takes hauntings seriously.
Paranormal Investigation Team UK offers a free investigation service • The list is endless .. .
for anyone who believes their house is haunted. They will gather
evidence, either for, or against ghosts and poltergeist activity.
The team use a variety of equipment and take a level headed ap-
proach to scientific investigation. They spend time at a property to try H.J.WEBB & SON, Plywood,Timber & Fencing
to find the root cause of any disturbance and prepare a full confidential Pear Tree Farm, Great Coxwell
report.
"I think 2007 is going to be a good year with lots of new members and 01367 2401 3 or 07778 832335
we are looking into some really good investigation venues," said co-
ordinator, Trevor Hearn from Toothill. email: [email protected] www.webbswood.co.ul<
Anyone interested in the paranormal field is welcome to join. Read OPENING HOURS: Mon-Fri:8am-5pm; Sat: 8am- 12noon
more at www.PITUK.co.uk or call Trevor on 07780 865548.