your canvey magazine - june 2011
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June 2011
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Welcome to the June issue of Your Canvey Magazine!
We’re half way through the year already and
it seems that it is really true that the older you
get, the faster time seems to go! Mind you,
perhaps it has something to do with me having
just turned 40 at the end of May that is
causing time to pass at such an alarming rate!
One of the great pleasures I have in producing
our magazines is the wonderful people I get to
meet. I know - and receive feedback - that it is
our stories of local people and local history
that make Your Canvey so much more than
just an advertising magazine. This is one of
the reasons why we decided to put together
our first book which includes more of the
stories you love to read about.
Your Canvey Memories is now available to
purchase now for just £8.99 and we will
deliver it free within the Castle Point area.
You can use the order form on page 9, call us
on 01268 696404 or e mail
You can find out more and order online at our
website:
www.yourcanveymemories.co.uk
We always love to hear your feedback and
your stories so please do not hesitate to get in
touch on 01268 696404.
Enjoy this issue
Best Wishes
Graham and Angela OwenGraham and Angela OwenGraham and Angela OwenGraham and Angela Owen
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Fathers, in most families, are our special unsung heroes. They rarely ever get their fair share of adulation. Let Father's Day be your way to spread the message of love. Make it special by adding one of these great
father's day quotes.
“I cannot think of any need in childhood as
strong as the need for a father's protection.”
Sigmund Freud
“By the time a man realizes that maybe his
father was right, he usually has a son who
thinks he's wrong.” Charles Wadsworth
“He didn't tell me how to live; he lived, and
let me watch him do it.” Clarence
Budington Kelland
“A father carries pictures where his money
used to be.” Author Unknown
“The greatest gift I ever had came from God;
I call him Dad!” Author Unknown
“A new father quickly learns that his child
invariably comes to the bathroom at
precisely the times when
he's in there, as if he
needed company. The only
way for this father to be
certain of bathroom
privacy is to shave at the
gas station.” Bill Cosby
“Any man can be a Father
but it takes someone
special to be a dad.” Anne
Geddes
“The father of a daughter is
nothing but a high-class
hostage. A father turns a
stony face to his sons,
berates them, shakes his
antlers, paws the ground, snorts, runs them
off into the underbrush, but when his
daughter puts her arm over his shoulder and
says, ‘Daddy, I need to ask you something,’
he is a pat of butter in a hot frying pan.”
Garrison Keillor
“It’s only when you grow up, and step back
from him, or leave him for your own career
and your own home - it’s only then that you
can measure his greatness and fully
appreciate it. Pride reinforces love.”
Margaret Truman
“My father gave me the greatest gift anyone
could give another person, he believed in
me.” Jim Valvano
“They say that from the instant he lays eyes
on her, a father adores his daughter. Whoever
she grows up to be, she is always to him that
little girl in pigtails. She makes him feel like
Christmas. In exchange, he makes a secret
promise not to see the awkwardness of her
teenage years, the mistakes she makes or the
secrets she keeps.” Author Unknown
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Send your Dad on a memorable
journey back in time with this
new book of Canvey Memories
from the publishers of Your
Canvey Magazine
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Castle Point Youth Council Launch New Website
Members of CPYC
Castle Point Youth Council has created a website for young people, giving information about activities, events and services in and around Castle Point.
The Youth Council was formed in March
2008 and consists of a group of 11 - 19 year
old volunteers who work to make sure the
voices of young people are heard. Keeping
close links with local schools and colleges,
the CPYC focus on the things people want
changed. They have worked to install new
youth shelters in parks, represented young
people at local council and neighbourhood
meetings and, most recently, launched the
new website - Think It, Click It.
The website highlights the interesting
aspects of each of the four areas of castle
Point and contains reviews of the many
places and activities available to young
people. There is also a wealth of other
information included on the site.
The website hopes to become an essential
guide to all the events, activities and
services available to young people. From
sports and leisure through to youth clubs and
health services, you can find it at think it,
click it.
Log on to www.thinkitclickit.co.uk to find
out more.
Are you an ex-pupil of Canvey Island Infant School?
Canvey Island Infant School is celebrating it’s 60th Anniversary this year and is looking for ex-pupils and staff to come forward with their memories and photographs.
Canvey Island Infant School was
originally part of the Junior School which
has also been known as Long Road
School and Canvey County. After the war
- probably due to the ever growing
population of Canvey, it was deemed
necessary to open a separate school for
infants and the current building opened as
a school in 1951.
An Open Day and Fun Day to celebrate
the anniversary is planned for the 9th
July. If you have any stories (good or bad)
or photographs you would like to share,
please contact Deputy Head Sandra
Dorrington by emailing:
[email protected] or call
the school office on 01268 683257.
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Phil Eckett with Rani - A Brown Wood Owl
In this month’s Canvey People section, we are pleased to introduce you to some of our most unusual neighbours on the Island - an eclectic group of Owls bred by local resident Phil Eckett and his wife Geeta. Phil has been breeding owls since 1984
having had an interest in them since
childhood and over the years has bred and
reared many owls as well as rescuing injured
birds. He now runs Owlwise - a non-profit
making organisation dedicated to the
conservation of owls through education.
Money is raised for the upkeep of their own
birds as well as those that have been rescued
or are to be released into the wild. Talks and
shows also help to raise awareness to young
children and others of the need to protect
endangered species such as the Barn Owl as
well as the importance of looking after the
countryside.
On my visit to the Eckett’s home, I was
lucky enough to meet the latest addition to
the Owlwise family - a 4 week old European
Eagle Owl. The baby, who is being totally
hand-reared by the Ecketts in their living
room is as yet un-named. “We don’t tend to
name them until they get older and we know
what sex they are. There is no way of
knowing at this age.” Phil explained. “We
also like to choose their name to fit their
personality which is why we called the
Brown Asian Wood Owl Rani - the Indian
name for a queen as that is how she behaves.
She is very majestical and regal.”
“The main problem we have at the moment
is that as of January next year, we will no
longer be able to take our van into the Low
Emission Zone without incurring a hefty
charge.” says Phil. “The vast majority of our
rescue work is carried out within the zone,
but as a non-profit making organisation we
will be unable to cover the cost. We were
lucky enough to have our current van
donated by British Gas and would love to
hear from any organisation who may be able
to help with finding a suitable vehicle so we
can continue our work.”
To find out more about the work of
Owlwise, visit their website at
www.owlwise.web.officelive.com or
contact 01268 696115. You can also e mail
Phil Eckett at [email protected]
Above - The latest
addition to the
Owlwise family
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informed, messing you about or not keeping to your
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Although we are probably all aware of the two original remaining Dutch Cottages on the Island, it may come as a surprise to learn that there were also three replica cottages built , two of which still remain today.
The replica cottages were built in about 1950
by Fielder Estates and were on the Zeeland
Estate. As you can see from the above
photograph, two of the cottages even had
thatched roofs. The two cottages that still
exist today are in Beechcroft Road, off Long
Road. There is also another larger replica
Dutch Cottage on Ferndale Crescent.
The original Dutch cottages on the Island -
one at the top of Haven Road which is
now privately owned and the other at
Northwick Corner - date back to the
17th century when Dutch workers
were employed to drain Canvey Island
to make it habitable. The octagonal
structure of the original cottages was
quite rare but would have served a
useful purpose. It is strong and would
have been relatively easy to thatch.
The occupant could benefit from a
view in all directions. Furthermore, it
was built in a time when people were
very superstitious and the lack of right
angles would have been thought to
prevent evil spirits from lurking in the
corners.
There is also a Dutch
cottage on Crown Hill in
Rayleigh. However, the
history behind this one is
far from clear cut. The
plate above the door
dates the building from
1621 but over the years
surveyors, architects and
historians alike have
dismissed this. They are of the opinion that it
was not built until the eighteenth century,
more than likely around 1740. The real story
of the cottage, therefore, is a mystery, as no
one knows when, why or for whom it was
built. It is possible that it was built as a
replica of those found on Canvey Island. In
his book “Rayleigh: A History,” Ian
Yeardsley mentions that the cottage was
occupied in the 19th Century by Naomi
Hurrell, who was herself born in one of the
Canvey Island cottages. This would again
suggest that it was possibly built as a replica
of these. Yeardsley also states that Naomi
lived in the property with her nine children -
quite a squeeze I would imagine.
Courtesy of www.canveyisland.org
One of the remaining replica cottages - 2011
Courtesy of Janet Penn www.canveyisland.org
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THANK YOU!
Dear Residents,
Firstly we would all like to say a very big
THANK YOU for giving the Party a very
comprehensive win in this years election in
both Borough and Town Council. We cannot
thank you enough for the support you have
given. All of our Councillors were re-
elected, with increased majorities and we
have two new Town Councillors to represent
you. What must be said is that whatever way
you voted or even if you did not vote, please
remember that our Councillors are here for
everyone, politics do not come into it. We
will do our utmost to assist and help in
whatever way we can - all you need to do is
ring your Ward Councillors and one of them
will try to help - we guarantee you that. It
was a very tough election but the Party's
determination and organisation paid off and
we will continue to represent you - Canvey
for Canvey.
Armed Forces Day
A note for your diary - Armed Forces Day is
on Saturday 25th June. The
Veterans will muster at 10.30 in
the north service yard opposite
the Town Council office. We
know that Canvey will come out
again to give fantastic support for
our Armed Forces. We hope this
year can be bigger and better than
the last one - Canvey certainly
showed how proud they are of
our brave Men and Women. In
the evening there is a “Drifters”
tribute at the Paddocks from 8pm
- more details and tickets can be
obtained via the Town Council
office. Raffle proceeds from the
evening event will be supporting
two Military Charities this year - the
Parachute Regiment and “Villas for Heroes.”
Your Borough Councillors
Central Ward : Dave Blackwell, John
Anderson, Peter May
East Ward: Anne Wood, Lee Barrett,
John Payne,
North Ward: Martin Tucker, Nick
Harvey, Grace Watson,
South Ward: Brian Wood, Joan Liddiard,
Janice Payne,
Winter Gdns: Neville Watson, Barry
Dixie, Peter Greig,
West: Jane King
Your Town Councillors
Central : Dave Blackwell, John Anderson
East: Nicola Pontius, Paul Mason
North: Nick Harvey, Doreen Anderson
South: Joan Liddiard, Liz Swann
Winter Gdns: Peter Greig, Peter May
Essex County Councillor for North, East and South Wards : Brian Wood
Last Year’s Armed Forces Day
Party Leader - Dave Blackwell 01268 512165 Deputy Leader - Anne Wood 01268 684988
Party Chairman - Martin Tucker 01268 684576
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The Lakeside Suite can accommodate up to 150 guests
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To celebrate the launch of our
new book - Your Canvey
Memories - which tells you all
about what it was like to live on
Canvey Island in the old days,
here is a picture of the Chap-
man Lighthouse that used to be
just off the shore of Canvey for
you to colour in.
What colour do you think it
was?
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about what it was like to live on
Gas Central Heating
Installations
System Upgrades & Alterations
Fault Finding
Landlord Safety Reports
Controls (Time Clocks) Thermostats etc
Pumps / Motorised Valves /
Boilers Installed, Ser-
viced
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Radiators
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Or why not make your own with our selection of cupcake cases, cutters, edible toppers and more!
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Are you aged between 9 and 12? Do you enjoy reading books?
A new Reading Club is launching at Canvey
Island Library and will be run by ten year old
Ben Owen. Leigh Beck pupil Ben was
approached by library staff to help organise the
reading club as he is a regular visitor to the
library and has an interest in reading all kinds
of books.
The aim of the Reading Club is to encourage
young people to talk about the books they
are reading and to find out what others
enjoy. These sessions will also give them the
opportunity to find out about the latest titles
being published and to choose which books
they want to see in the library. Girls and
boys between the ages of 9 and 12 are
encouraged to come along and make new
friends and have fun.
The first meeting of the group will be on
14th June at 4pm and then will be held once
a month on every second Tuesday. The
reading club is FREE to join.
For more information contact the library on
01268 683741
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Across
1 Arbitrate (7)
5 Smart (5)
8 Implicit (9)
9 Cask (3)
10 Tested (5)
12 Release again (7)
13 Old bike (5-8)
15 Invade (7)
17 Implore (5)
19 Venomous snake (3)
20 Necessarily (9)
22 Register (5)
23 Proving ground
(4,3)
Down
1 Mature (5)
2 Prattle (3)
3 No ironing required
(4-3)
4 Diversion (13)
5 Member of a branch of
Islam (5)
6 Part of the gut (9)
7 Aromatic root (7)
11 Hotelier (9)
13 Divide proportionately
(7)
14 Pointer (3-4)
16 Nephritic (5)
18 Wood nymph (5)
21 Test room (3)
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Last month we reported that we were 3rd in the table with just 3 games to go. Sadly it was not to be as following a poor set of results over the Easter period - losing away at Carshalton Athletic and at home to local rivals Concord Rangers in front of a crowd of nearly 1,200 and despite a win in our final fixture away at Tooting and Mitcham United, we missed out on the play offs on goal difference finishing in 6th place.
It was a long hard season and it left us feeling
that we had run a marathon and ran out of
steam in the home straight. However, we
cannot be too disappointed as this is our
highest finishing position since the team
reformed after dropping out of the National
Conference league over 5 years ago. The
management team, players, club officials,
volunteer helpers and of course our fantastic
supporters can all be proud of themselves in
what has been achieved this season.
We now look forward to next season with
work starting immediately on putting the
squad together, arranging pre-season
friendlies and carrying our maintenance work
at the ground including cleaning,
painting general repair work etc.
There is no down time in football so
if anyof our supporters would like to
give a hand then pop down to the
ground on any Saturday morning and
we will find you something to do.
Missing out on the play offs allowed
us to run our 3rd annual Canvey
Island FC 5 and 7 a side Youth
Tournament sponsored by Owl Wise.
(www.owlwise.web.officelive.com)
It was again hugely successful with
teams travelling far and wide to enter
as well as many local sides. Over 70
teams and some 2,000 people passed through
the turnstile over the course of the weekend to
enjoy the facilities on offer which you would
not get at many other tournaments. Our playing
surface, thanks to our grounds man, is still in
good condition and with goals loaned by our
own Youth Club and also very kindly loaned
by Island Boys Football Club we had 4 pitches
on the go all weekend. The weather was kind
and a good time was had by all.
Ages groups taking part were the under 7s and
8s who played a non competitive round of
matches, the under 9s won by Tigers JFC with
runners up East Thurrock, under 10s won by
Leigh Ramblers with runners up Tigers JFC,
under 11s won by Runwell Hospital with
runners up Canvey Island Youth. The under
12s was won by Canvey Island Youth with
runners up Catholic United and finally the
under 13s was won by Leyton Youth Tigers
with runners up Leyton Youth Pumas.
Off the pitch our weekly Sunday Bingo night is
well established staring at 6pm with cash prizes
to be won and the chance to win big money in
our key game. Other events are being planned
for the summer including live music so please
keep an eye on our official website.
Winning Team - Canvey Island Under 12s Courtesy of www.phcimages.com
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MOBILITY & MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
• Wheelchair purchase, hire or servicing
• 3 and 4 wheeled walkers
• Motorised scooters, 4 or 8 MPH
• Incontinence Products
• Wide Range of Medical Supplies
DAVE COOPER CARPENTRY
All Domestic Carpentry Work • Stair Alterations • Laminate Flooring
• Doors - Internal & External
• Fencing • Decking
• Garden Gates Made 2 Measure / Fitted
01268 685154
07789 073009
All Aspects Of Roofing Undertaken
Pitched Roofs ~ Flat Roofs Brickwork & Pointing
01268 515263 www.pmroofingservices.com
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2nd June 1985 UEFA ban England from Europe
European football’s governing body, UEFA,
banned all English clubs from playing in
Europe indefinitely, following a May riot at
Brussels’ Heysel stadium in which 39 people
died. An emergency session of soccer chiefs
in Switzerland imposed the ban, which could
not be appealed against.
Liverpool fans were blamed for the Heysel
tragedy. Supporters charged at a wall
separating them from Juventus fans, causing it
to collapse on to the mainly Italian crowd.
Though the ban was welcomed by some
leading figures in British football, many
English football supporters were outraged that
their clubs, which had nothing to do with the
tragedy, were being punished.
English clubs were eventually excluded from
continental competition for five years, with
the exception of Liverpool, which was
excluded for six.
4th June 1913
Suffragette Emily Davison died after throwing herself in front of the
king's horse at the Epsom Derby.
Emily Davison was a militant suffragette who
joined the Women’s Social and Political
Union (WSPU), founded by Emmeline
Pankhurst. She gave up her job as a teacher
and went to work full-time for the suffragette
movement.
She was frequently arrested for acts ranging
from causing a public disturbance to burning
post boxes and spent a number of short
periods in jail. In 1909, she was sentenced to a
month’s hard labour in Strangeways Prison in
Manchester after throwing rocks at the
carriage of chancellor David Lloyd George.
She attempted to starve herself, and resisted
force-feeding.
On 4 June 1913,
Davison ran out in
front of the king’s
horse as it was
taking part in the
Epsom Derby. Her
purpose was
unclear, but she
was trampled on
and died on 8 June
from her injuries.
18th June 1792 - Cigars were introduced into Britain from Cuba
Cigar smoking became so popular among
gentlemen in Britain that hotels and clubs
boasted smoking rooms to accommodate
them, The after-dinner cigar, accompanied by
glasses of port or brandy, also became a
tradition. King Edward VII enjoyed smoking
cigarettes and cigars, much to the chagrin of
his mother, Queen Victoria. After her death,
legend has it, King Edward said to his male
guests at the end of a dinner party,
“Gentlemen, you may smoke.”A line of
inexpensive American cigars has long been
named King Edward in his name, .The
expression “close but no cigar” comes from
the practice of giving cigars as prizes in
games involving good aim at fairgrounds.
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Dedicated 2 Driveways are specialists in the installation of block paving, paving slabs, concrete
sets & natural stone for driveways, paths and patios
We are a Canvey based company that prides itself on providing an honest, trustworthy and reliable service from experienced staff, ensuring excellent results are
achieved every time. We have a comprehensive products range that offers a wide selection of shapes, styles and textures to compliment any type of property
Call us today on our free to call number below for a free no obligation quotation
Full Driveway Design & Installation ~ Landscaping
Maintenance of Existing Driveway ~ Repairs ~ Sealing
Freephone 0800 8499399 www.dedicated2driveways.co.uk Email: [email protected]
EXCLUSIVE FABRICS EST 1967
For All Your Curtain
& Blind Requirements
Made to Measure ~ Supplied & Fitted
9 Canvey Road, Canvey Island, SS8 0LL
01268 685885
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being given one of their Automatic Updates to
change “Internet Explorer” to Version 9 and it
looks and acts just like Google’s Chrome!
(Unfortunately, “Internet Explorer” Version
9 does NOT work with the older Windows XP so for you, it may be good to try Google
Chrome if you have a slow Dialup or Mobile
Broadband Internet Connection)…. Also,
Windows Vista requires you have updated it to
include Service Pack 1 (SP1) and Service
Pack 2 (SP2) – ask PC Senior if you are not
sure!
So, which is my Favourite Web Browser? ….
As my mother used to say, “That’s for me to
know and for you to find out!”
Best Wishes PC Senior
For details of our clubs in your area, visit
www.pcsenior.org.uk or call 07950 869922
FAVOURITES – Who me?
As a Parent/Grandfather, I’m not allowed to have “Favourites” BUT, as PC Senior, I AM allowed such
luxuries!
Up until recently, for my browsing on the
Internet, I have always used Microsoft’s
“Internet Explorer” (The Big Blue on
your initial Desktop Screen). Then, along
came “Google Chrome” I Downloaded
it from my Google Home Page and tried it.
True to their boast, it WAS a lot faster than
my “Internet Explorer,” especially on a slow
Dialup Computer or with a Mobile
Broadband Dongle! I had to “Tweak” the
settings a little to get it to my liking but then
YES it was O.K.
I think Microsoft must have thought so too,
because now I – and you no doubt – are
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• Rips, Burns, Cuts, Scuffs & Scratches Repaired
• Re-Antiquing & Complete Restoration
• Colour Matching Using Advanced Machinery
• Leather Cleaning: All Leather Types
• Seats Re-Padded & Spring Replacement
• Insurance & Consumer Reports
34 Your Canvey To advertise call 01268 696404 or 07974 238657
T: 01268 512436 M: 07962 131751
• Reach & Wash System
• UPVC Cleaning
• Conservatory Roofs
• Gutter Cleaning
TO ADVERTISE HERE FOR £25 A MONTH
CONTACT ANGELA ON
01268 696404 or 07974 238657
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LINE DANCING Smallgains Hall, Creek Road
Mondays 7.30pm - 10.30pm All Levels
Thursdays 2.15pm - 4.15pm Beginners
For details call Carol on 01268 680871
Castle Point District Stroke Club Runnymede Hall, kiln Road, Benfleet
Every other Wednesday
Call Geoff Sharp on 01268 780701
Canvey Island W.I Women’s Institute Hall, Lionel Rd, Canvey
Every 2nd Thursday at 1.45pm
Call 01268 693955
Canvey Island Breathe Easy Group The Paddocks, Long Road, Canvey
Every 3rd Tuesday
Fit4Life Keep Fit for over 55s Wintergardens Baptist Church, Hilton Road
Every Monday 11am - 12pm
You will receive a warm welcome at our Sunday
Services or at any of our weekly groups:
Sunday Morning Service - 11am - 12.15pm
Sunday Club - 11am - 12pm
Juniors - 3yrs - 10yrs Seniors 11yrs +
(Learn about Jesus in a fun way)
Weekly Activities:
Monday - Boys Brigade
8 - 10yrs - 7pm 11yrs + - 8pm
Tuesday - Tots Stop 0 - 4yrs - 10am
Ladies Group 2pm
Thursday - Coffee Morning - 10.30am
(alternate weeks)
Friday - Pebbles Girls Club -
5-10yrs 3.30-5pm
Pastor - John Kennet - Tel 07828 145120
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For a free, no obligation quotation call us on Freephone: 08000 474 069 Mobile: 07949 383 403
www.economy-windows.com
With all our products & Services, our guarantees are our word. So, with Energy Rating Certificates as stan-dard, you know you’re being looked
after
• Most makes of mobile phones unlocked from £10
• Full Range of Accessories including original home/car chargers & batteries
• Screen & water damage repairs
We Buy & Sell Second Hand Phones
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Accountants
Maynard Heady 15
Rowland Hall 25
Rubix Accounting 5
Appliance Repairs
Advanced Technology 17
Aerial Installation
Trevange 25
Barbers
Cousinz 27 Woody’s 15
Beauty Therapy
Beauty @ Hart 31
Blinds
Mart’s Blinds 37
Builders
TN Brickwork 31
Image Housing 24
J.T Installations Ltd 15
Building Supplies
Charfleets Supplies 34
Cakes
Sophisticakes 23
Car Repairs & Servicing
Dr Bump 33 Cooters Garage 13
Care Services
Mayfair Care Services 35
Carpentry
Dave Cooper 29
Carpets & Flooring
Mark’s Carpet Shop 19
The Carpet Shop 5
Catering
All Occasions Catering 5
English Cuisine 11
Cladding
Scott’s Cladding & Windows 32
Cleaning Services
Mopits 14
Oven Sprite 15
Curtains & Blinds
Exclusive Fabrics 31
Decorators
Bob Leighton 14 P. Bowers 29
DIY Supplies
GMD 19
Driveways
Dedicated 2 Driveways 31
Windsor Driveways 34
Estate Agents
Fisks 17
Wilsonwood 7
Funeral Directors
A.R Adams 15
TV Supplies
Ace Vision 22
Windows and Doors
Allbright Windows & Doors 6 Economy Windows 37
Window Cleaning
Cannon Window Cleaning 25 Paul’s Window Cleaning 34
PUZZLE ANSWERS
Furniture Restoration
Furniture Clinic 33
Garden Equipment
GMD 19
Hairdressers
Sophisticuts 7
Stacies Salon 23
Kitchen Supply
SM Interiors 27
Mobile Phone Shop
Canvey Mobile Phone Shop 37
Mobility Supplies
Ward International 29
PC Services
Alpha Networks 19
Penny Lane Computers 1
Pet Services
Poochies Dog Grooming 31
Plumbers
Alan Keys 23
Restaurants / Cafes / Bars
CK Bar 2 & 40 English Cuisine Delivery 11
Haystack 36
Islanders Fish Restaurant 5 Oysterfleet 21
Rubbish Clearance
Complete Clear 37
Self Storage
Easy Peasy Self Storage 17
Tool Hire
Target Hire 14
Travel
On Time Taxis 25
Training
Dr Byte 39
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