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How much topsoil do I need?

I've got two raised beds coming soon. They measure 6ft x 3ft x 8 inches. Reckon I am going to have to order 25kg bags because a) we don't actually have a wheelbarrow b) barrow access is in any event...

anotheoldgit

What a way to treat our troops.

http://tinyurl.com/69o2mbm Here we have a young man that has lost both his legs carrying out his duties for his country, and now the powers that be are to throw him on the scrap heap. He and his wife...

grumpee

TU jewelary

Hi Can anyone help? Who seels Tu jewellary? Is it Primark by any chance ?,

frostyspecs

Down filled quilt/throw/blanket plum coloured

About three years back I bought this throw from the Telegraph as a under blanket for my elderly horse sadly she died last year (34) so the throw went with her to the grave. I would like to buy...

beastmonkey

travel from twickenham

i am going to watch the rugby at twickenham in november, afterwards i need to get into central london by train. is it quicker to take an over ground train or the underground...

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Bed Settees

Hi, I have a bedsitter, so space is limited. Does anyone know of a make of bed setter, sofa bed or other substantial unobtrusive folding bed, for everyday (not just occasional) use. I'm really looking...

basquaise

The Generalist

10.d. Smoky, according to Shakespeare. I have: R - E - H - E 24.a. Wyoming's Uintatherium. I have: D - I - O - E - A - 40.a long-handled brush I have: - O - E - H - A - 28a. over-concerned with ... I...

steg

painting cast iron pipes

I have cast iron drain/down pipes at back of house that need painting they are quite rusty looking, will I have to clean all the rust off before painting or is there a paint that can go over the rust?

Barmaid

Bosch Classixx Dishwasher

Bought a second hand dishwasher today. Got it all plumbed in, but it does not appear to be working. It fills a bit and then pumps out and does not heat the water. Can anyone suggest a) where I can get...

lilacben

Which vacumn cleaner have you got.?

I am so fed up with my cleaner not doing a good job of picking up.! I have two dogs, both rough collies, so a lot of fur long and short. My cleaner is not picking it up. Would like to hear of outher...

Cheesefreek

Rescue by SAS?

Does anyone remember a few years ago, an American being rescued by British soldiers (possibly the SAS) swooping in on a helicopter while he was being held in a house, blindfolded and tied up. I think...

Alliegid

Coleman's Chilli mustard

Earlier on in the year (May)I brought some Coleman's mustard with chilli - in a red jar. It was gorgeous and several people have asked where I got it. When I looked in Tescos they didn't have it...

shaneystar2

Water carafe

Can you still buy those carafe things which had a glass which fits on the top ? I remember my Mum having something like this years ago for the bedside table .The reason I ask is ...is that it's a good...

jen78

Identifying a bird

Can anyone help me identify this bird... http://tinypic.com/r/jinmol/5 I took the photograph in the Lake District and have entered it into a competition but they are asking what it is and I have a...

ELMAJORI

jones 431 Sewing Machine.

I have just inherited a Jones 431 Sewing Machine which is no longer made. I have been trying to trace a site to buy an instruction manual but it seem to be so old, it is not recognised. It is still in...

mollymoo

interior fittings for a wardrobe

hi i am moving into a new apartment that comes with a fitted wardrobe. however it just has a long rail and i wanted to get soem drawers in there and shoe racks etc etc. but dont want to replace the...

v8avm

Gemstones or items of Jewellery

1; To approach a subject ? 2; An ice cream,tea,plus an or! Thanks if anyone can help me out

marbil

carpal tunnel

i am due to have an operation for carpal tunnel on both of my hands, i was wondering if anyone has had this operation and if they could give me any advice on how they coped at home with both hands in...

deedem

Bryn Terfel

Can anyone tell me if Bryn Terfel has released a CD this year and if so what is the title

Lottie1988

Last night of the proms (hopefully)

With the last night of the proms looming next week, do you think it is outdated and stuck in the past. It is symbolic of everything that is wrong with Britain today. It harks back to the empire and...

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