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DistributionWith a distribution of 10,000 Cardiff View is delivered to homes across the area as well as being available in many locations.

DisclaimerWhilst every effort is made to achieve accuracy, Cardiff View is not responsible for errors or omissions.No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission from the publishers.

Cardiff View is published by:

Valley View Ltd, Penarth Office,Augusta Road, Penarth CF64 5RH

About Cardiff ViewCardiff View is an independent publication which is funded and supported by contributions made by the featured businesses for their advertising features in this publication.

The Cardiff View TeamPublisher Nigel Dudley

Designer Daniel Rayner

Copywriter Vincent Thomas

Photography Emily Harvey (WebjectS)

Welcome to the launch edition of Cardiff View, a truly local publication that is distributed free to the residents and businesses of Cardiff. The aim and goal of Cardiff View is to celebrate the diverse and vibrant community we have in Cardiff where we feature, showcase and champion the quality local businesses we have here in Cardiff. It is their vehicle to communicate with you about who they are and what they contribute to our community.

1 - Le Monde (page 4 - 5),

2 - Ogam Igam (page 13),

3 - Eden Landscapes (page 14 - 15),

4 - Sonic Alarms (page 18 - 19)

5 - Smile Studio (page 29).

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IntroductionCardiff View | Launch Edition

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he Le Monde restaurant, lying at the heart of the city centre feasts on the meaning of the saying, A Tout Le Monde’, as do the customers who engage in some of the finest prepared food in the city.

Le Monde has thrived in Cardiff for over twenty years, and continues to flourish today. The art deco charm creates a relaxed atmosphere as you walk in. Dimly lit, with the smell of finely prepared food wafting into your nostrils, and stirring your taste buds. It is the perfect place to charm your crush on a first date, rekindle an old passion with someone you have loved for years, or to simply enjoy company with those whom you care about most.

An atmosphere is only as good as the food that is served, and quality of the produce is king here. Fresh fish is delivered every day by a local fishmonger, who has been providing his fish as long as Le Monde has stood.

Freshly cut Steaks are also on offer, and are all cooked on the grill in their open kitchen. Once you have chosen the meat or fish you desire, you get a choice of supplements,

be it salads, potatoes or their famous chips and sauces, adding a more active dining experience, Highly trained waiters will flambé dishes or toss salad at your table. It’s all part of the theatre of Le Monde. The friendly team of staff, some who have been with the restaurant since it’s inception, are more than happy to recommend wines to complement your meals, with an extensive range of from around the world by award winning suppliers. If you are looking for a more private dining experience, Le Monde offer separate rooms for official or unofficial functions. The Gallery and The Boardroom caters up to 120 guests, perfect for weddings, private parties, charity dos and sporting events.

A restaurant ‘To Everybody’, for the world and of the world. Le Monde has been one of the finest meals out in Cardiff for twenty years, and shall be so for another twenty.

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Le Monde Fine Dining | Advertorial Feature


60-62 St. Mary Street,Cardiff CF10 1FE

www.le-monde.co.uk

029 2039 8036

‘The phrase ‘a tout le monde’ means ‘to everybody’, and at Le Monde we pride ourselves on welcoming new customers and old alike’

Le MondeFine Dining | Advertorial Feature


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029 2050 8091

lassic PVC have been helping people get it right since 1994. With all managers and sales staff having over 20 years experience in the industry, you can be confident of being given good advice

on what will enhance your home aesthetically, provide genuine high security (pas011), advice on suitable forms of exit in emergency, ensure safety glass and suitable forms of child locks and save you money on your heating bills (energy conservation member).

You will see Classic PVC specialise in all maintenance free products for your home such as uPVC (Unplasticised Polyvinyl Chloride ) and GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) for windows, doors, porches, Conservatories and over door canopies. All these products have an almost endless range of colours using the latest technologies for uPVC colouring.

Classic pride themselves in only using top quality materials. We source all of our Home Improvement products from the highest quality raw materials that have high resistance to impact, weathering, chemical corrosion and fire with no discoloration. The quality of the products are monitored at every stage of

manufacturing to ensure that we have one hundred per cent confidence in the product that leaves the factory and you can be sure of trouble free replacement windows, doors and conservatories.

Security

High security comes as standard with all our products, with features and accessories to repel all but the most determined and professional intruder, but for even higher security, specialised features can often be included on

request. These include not only hardware with multi-point locking mechanisms, but also specialist glass types such as toughened and laminated.

All modern uPVC windows and doors have several ‘locking points’ securing the opener to the outer frame. Names like hookbolts and shootbolts sound forbidding and that is just what they are; each holds the opener secure at different points, making it impossible for all but the most determined intruder to open.

Classic PVC specialise in all maintenance free products for your home...

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Classic PVCHome Improvements | Advertorial Feature


cott Wroe Hearing Centre is an established family-run company which recently opened new premises in Station Approach, Penarth.

Scott Wroe is the second generation in a family business that has been dispensing private digital hearing aids for decades. Together with Susan, Scott is registered under the Health Professionals Council and both are Fellowship Members of the British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists.

Laura, Scott’s wife, is the practice manager and deals with the day to day running of the business with a small office team.

At Scott Wroe Hearing Centre you will find independent advice on the most suitable hearing aid for your

needs. From basic models to the world’s most advanced. Sue and Scott Wroe will provide a friendly and professional approach to your hearing difficulties.

Scott Wroe Hearing Centre is a totally independent and fully equipped purpose built hearing centre which provides advice, information, hearing tests, digital hearing aids and assistive listening devices.

With over fourteen years’ experience Scott has acquired a wealth of knowledge which means that he is able to match your individual needs to a specific product that will be right for you, all carried out in a personal and confidential manner, as well as providing comprehensive after care.

The centre incorporates a dedicated room in which the latest demonstrations of Live Speech Mapping take place. This allows you to see first-hand how effective your hearing aids are in assisting your hearing loss using real time speech.

Also available are demonstrations of the most recent technologies including integrated approaches that allow you to connect your hearing aid with televisions, mobile phones and other audio devices.

Our Centre in PenarthSIt’s Scott Wroe Hearing Centre!Listen Up!

Scott Wroe

1 Station Approach,Penarth CF64 3EE

www.scottwroe-hearingcentre.co.uk

029 2070 7760


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All our hearing aids come witha 30-day trial period enabling our customers to test the hearing aid with family and friends before making any financial commitment. A complete aftercare service is provided with each hearing aid dispensed, including six monthly or yearly check-ups which ensures that the hearing aid is working correctly throughout its lifespan.

Independent advice

Approved Centre for the world’s leading hearing aid manufacturers

All hearing aids come with a 30-day free trial

Repairs and accessories to all makes and models

Home Visits service available

30 Day Free Trial

Carried out in a personal and confidential manner

“Scott Wroe’s dedication to my needs and care is a wonderful example to the profession - where sadly this is not always the case.I have recommended them to my friends and colleagues and I know that they think the same.”

- Dennis Vickers

Scott WroeHearing Centre | Advertorial Feature

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11 Clos y Gwyddfid,Morganstown,Cardiff CF15 8EX

www.djmackayroofing.co.uk

029 2050 8778

ardiff Based D.J Mackay & Son has a reputation for delivering roofing solutions that focus

on Quality, Service and Value, and is proud to offer clients a full range of roofing options from traditional crafts to new and innovative products and skills, in either new build or refurbishment roofing construction projects.

Trading for over 30 years, D.J Mackay & Son works with the very best suppliers to identify and professionally deliver quality roofing solutions for the leading names in the roofing construction industry.

D.J Mackay & Son is a privately owned family run firm which specialises in roofing work for public sector, commercial and private individuals throughout Cardiff and South Wales.

Our fully qualified and experienced staff have for over 30 years been conducting roofing work and installed thousands of roofs. All our installers hold CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) qualifications. D.J Mackay & Son is a member of the confederation of Roofing Contractors.

Roofing & Building Services

D.J Mackay & Son is a well established and highly reputable roofing contractors based in Cardiff providing a first class roofing service for residential, commercial and industrial clients throughout South Wales.

We specialise in all aspects of roofing services including new roofs, roof repairs, flat roofing, slate roofing, tile and felt roofing, aspalt & lead roofing and all types of guttering work, UPVC cladding, fascias and soffits, lead work, pointing, carpentry and chimney refurbishment.

We have a reliable, honest and highly skilled professional team which enables us to offer you a professional service from start to finish.

Services

• 24 hour emergency call out

• Cladding

• Felying Single Ply

• Flat Roofing

• Guttering

• Leadwork & Flashings

• Rendering

• Renovation Work

• Rooflights

• Sheeting

• Slating

• Soffits & Fascia’s

• Strip & Re-tile

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D.J. Mackay & SonHome Improvements | Advertorial Feature


5 Royal Buildings,Penarth CF64 3EB(by the train station,corner of Station Approach)

www.ogamigam.com

029 2070 4254

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Pram life – when less is more…

During the pre-crawling phase, babies’ feet don’t have bones, just soft cartilage which can easily be moulded into the wrong shape if constricted. Even socks or sleepsuits that are too tight can lead to problems. As for shoes – barefoot is best, so feet have the freedom to wriggle and move which is essential for foot development. But when it’s cold, Ogam Igam’s buttersoft elasticated pram bootees from Robeez are just the job!

Floor life – fun on all fours…

When your baby starts to crawl and shuffle, pre-walking shoes will protect those active but still-delicate little feet against bumps and scrapes whilst allowing feet to develop naturally. Pre-walkers are soft and flexible and feature a special rubber bumper on the top of the shoe for added protection and grip. Ogam Igam has an adorable selection from Start-rite, Garvalin, Agatha Ruiz de la Prada…

Step by step to freedom and who knows, maybe the Olympics!…

Once your child is walking with confidence it’s time for their first pair of walking shoes. These are vitally important to your child’s foot health, so make sure you come and see one of Ogam Igam’s trained fitters, who will spend time making sure your child is fitted properly. Young feet grow rapidly and tend not to hurt like adults’ do when squeezed or chafed by ill-fitting footwear, so do remember to have them measured regularly.

We offer a great range of high quality shoes that come in whole and half sizes and a choice of width fittings, to ensure the best possible fit for your child. The sizing factors-in the all-important growing room, whilst fastenings range from buckle to hoop-and-loop, allowing precise adjustment.

From childhood to teenage…

Ogam Igam has great footwear, from many brands, for your growing child’s every need – boots, trainers, wellies, slippers plus a huge range of school shoes… Let each amazing step be stylish and comfortable!

Hey now, Listen Up Ladies!

Walk in comfort and style. We also have a stunning range of women’s shoes, sandals and colourful leather bags. Carefully selected from top brands Fly London, El Naturalista, Josef Seibel to name but a few.

Our offers…

10% off when you mention ‘Cardiff View’ in store (ends 31.5.12) and there’s always a 5% credit return for our ‘Foot in the Door Club’ members.

Like their first crawl or that first tentative toddle, your child’s first pair of shoes marks a milestone in their development. That is why they have to be just the right pair, at just the right time…

Ogam IgamFootwear | Advertorial Feature


www.edenlandscapes.ltd.uk

029 2070 970707815 163450

he concept of the make-over has become common to many of us. After all how we dress or the way we look reflect

who we view we are. The same exists with how we decorate our house and the logical extension of this is our room outside ‘The Garden’. For those of us who lack green fingers or the time to work in the garden, it can be difficult to find a way to express ourselves in what is normally the biggest room in the house.

Eden Landscapes celebrate 10 years of business this year in which time they have developed a reputation for good quality design and construction of gardens in the Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan area. They offer a multitude of services that can enhance the image of your garden. Eden work closely with the clients throughout each individual project, from the very beginning they work with you, offering a range of design packages and tailoring your garden to suit your needs, lifestyle and budget. If you have clear garden plans of your own then we can help with the project and bring those ideas to fruition.

Depending on what you need from your new garden, Eden provides the full range of services. Including the installation of Patio’s and Terraces, Natural Stone Walling, Brick retaining Walls, Timber and composite decking, New lawns, Planting Schemes, Fencing, water features and garden lighting for those warm summer nights. Eden can also offer full installation of artificial grass for a year long natural look, without the burden of maintenance.

Eden services extend to the front of the house where as a Marshalls registered driveway installer they can design and create your new block paved driveway. A Marshalls installed driveway ensures it’s been built to last with a superior finish.

The enthusiastic team are from the local area, and work closely with you throughout the whole process, ensuring you maintain control of how your garden blossoms. The team take pride in their work and attention to detail is at the forefront of their minds during all garden or driveway projects.

When your garden is complete, be it your mini oasis as a relaxing escape from the hassle of work, or a playpen for the children to grow up in, it’s a place where you and you’re family shall be reflected in your outdoor room.

“Thanks again for a very professional, efficient and considerate operation. The

whole team worked very well, and we especially appreciate the way you made the whole

project hassle free.”

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Eden LandscapesLandscaping | Advertorial Feature

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Regus House, Falcon Drive,Cardiff CF10 4RU

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0800 228 9404029 2050 4100

here is something innately annoying about human nature sometimes, we strive for things to be clean and tidy, and yet by just living our lives we accumulate clutter. Whether it’s a one bedroom flat, a student house or a family of four, clutter is an unfortunate inevitability.

The never-ending cycle cleaning brings pleasure to few and with limited time in our daily lives other things will almost certainly take priority. LJ Executive Cleaning can give you that peace of mind, taking away the weekly burden for heavy cleaning duties providing each client with a clean, healthy and happy home.

Founded by Kerry Jones, she runs a tight ship with a highly trained crew. It can be a little disconcerting inviting a stranger into your home, but LJ offer the human touch to their work. You are greeted at the door by a uniformed individual, in a combination of red unisex trousers and a round neck red Tshirt, The LJ logo proudly on display. The uniform proudly bearing red: Colour of

the Dragon, reflecting their Welsh patriotism, indicative of their work in the local community. Exemplified by plans to develop an executive uniform, for local aspiring and established designers to create in a competition.

For extra piece of mind all team members are CRB checked, knowing that the company demands the highest quality of workmanship and ethics. Convenience for the client remains an essential tenant of Kerry and her crew, guaranteeing flexibility and tailoring each service to every client. This flexibility extends to services on a commercial basis, and the people at LJ are also experienced in the cleaning of tenant housing, offices and surgeries.

As the clutter dissipates, and an extra burden is lifted from your shoulders and your home begins to sparkle all those little extra stresses flutter away. The long term benefits of a consistently clean house can free up more time for work or to relax, contributing to a healthier lifestyle. A clean house is the best way to compliment a clear mind, a healthy body and a happy family.

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Sonic Alarm SystemsSecurity you can depend on

he right to sleep easy at night is one that should be free to all people. After a hard day’s work, one should

not worry whether their hard earned possessions or family are safe.

Sonic Alarms, a long established security firm in the heart of Penarth, has been providing this invaluable piece of mind for over thirty five years to many local residents and businesses. After a recent expansion to larger offices in Penarth’s shopping centre, Sonic Alarms are continuing their commitment to the safety of people’s homes and business premises. The business remains family run, and its humble origins ensure that each client is viewed as not just another number. Each Sonic Alarms engineer works closely with you, to provide you with the level of security you need.

Technology marches on, and the world seems smaller than ever, but the need for good home security has remained the same. But back in the past, all one had to rely one

“I would like to thank Sonic Alarm Systems for coming to my rescue when my house alarm took on a life of its own and when others were unable to attend. They were so attentive and I cannot fault the excellent service they delivered. I now feel even more secure having taken out a year’s contract with Sonic Alarm Systems.”

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Sonic Alarms Security Specialists | Advertorial Feature


5a Stanwell Road,Penarth CF64 2AB

[email protected]

029 2070 3720

Sonic Alarm SystemsSecurity you can depend on

was a strong lock, and maybe a burglar alarm if you were lucky. But as technology has improved, so have the methods to keep your home safe, and now there are a plethora of methods you can utilize to give you that extra sense of security.

There is a comprehensive range of wired and wireless intruder alarm systems ranging from domestic to commercial, audible and monitored. Their full range of services include CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarms, Monitored Alarms and 24hr call out for any situation that may arise. But if you are out of the house, the advancements in smartphone technology ensure that you will be kept in constant contact if any of your security alarms have been activated, or should you wish to view your cameras remotely.

The company ensure they are at the cutting edge of technology and research new products thoroughly, constantly updating security options to ensure that your sense of security never wavers.

• CCTV

• Access Control

• Intruder Alarms

• Monitored Alarms

• 24hr Call Out

Why not pop into our spacious showroom office based in Penarth Town Centre, where we can show you our products literature and give you friendly advice to ensure you receive the security you need.

Sonic AlarmsSecurity Specialists | Advertorial Feature


or Cleaning is a professional cleaning company with a team of highly trained professionals

who specialise in providing exceptional interior and exterior cleaning, including carpets, curtains, furnishings, ovens and now, rugs.

“Cleaning rugs is a specialised job,” says Cor Cleaning’s Graham Linnard. “To get the best results for delicate Chinese, Turkish and Persian silk or wool rugs you need the right equipment. We have invested in a special dip tank and have been through the necessary training to ensure we can do a good clean.”

If you have a rug that needs cleaning, the Cor team will come to your house and go through a thorough inspection before removing it for the cleaning process.

“We take photos and fill in a checklist of information so that any flaws or damage are noted before it goes into the rug spa,” says Graham. “It is hard to get a thorough clean with the rug in situ in the home, so we’re glad to be able to offer this special service to our customers.”

Sparkling ovensWhat’s your least favourite cleaning job? Chances are you’ll say cleaning the oven. Cor Cleaning will provide a professional domestic bio-degradable, non-caustic oven cleaning and valeting service which will leave your cooker in near showroom condition.

“We use specially built oven cleaning tanks which remove all traces of carbon from removable parts of the oven,” says Graham.

“Other cleaners claim to offer a bio-degradable, non-caustic service but still use caustic chemicals in their dip tanks. You can be assured that our service is 100% safe: no fumes, no odours and no harmful chemicals.

“We ensure our work is carried out with minimal disturbance and what’s more, our eco-friendly oven cleaning means your appliances and oven

are completely safe to use as soon as we’ve finished,” says Graham.

Cor Cleaning carries out work for both the domestic and commercial markets and provide an expert and professional service. No job is too big or too small.

Does your favourite rug need a spruce-up?

www.corcleaning.co.uk

[email protected]

029 2027 1500

Cor Cleaning’s new rug spa is ideal for cleaning delicate rugs to a high standard.

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www.onevisionltd.co.uk

029 2050 8771

ombining leading edge product expertise with the latest technology and creative customised service

support, Onevision Ltd provides innovative solutions to meet the specific needs of your home or business.

Onevision Ltd can advise, supply and install all your visual requirements including Plasma, LCD & LED as well as supply and install wall mount brackets. Onevision Ltd can also advise you on the best set up for High definition broadcasts ensuring you enjoy the benefits HD has to offer.

Onevision Ltd installation technicians are well trained and experienced in the installation of Plasma TV, LCD TV and LED TV screens and surround sound. Screens larger than 32inch may be too heavy to be fitted to a plasterboard wall without any reinforcement. Onevision will be happy to explain and advise how it can be done with their experienced installers who are able to mount any screen to any wall. Even small flat screen TVs, especially plasma screens, are heavy, so fixing of the screen brackets requires extreme care and

the correct fixings, to ensure your screen stays on the wall. On average you spend 7-10 years in front of your television set, so let the professionals mount it correctly.

Satellite and Aerial Installations

Onevision Ltd is a family run business. Paul Williams, the founder, has over 20 years experience in the industry including 15 years as a supplier of SKY satellite systems. Onevision Ltd is now the Number 1 independent SKY Digital Retailer in Wales. They are also your first choice Aerial Installers for all TV aerial installation, SKY & SKY+ Installation, freeview aerial installations, satellite installations, Sky / Sky+ Domestic Distribution Unit installations, poor reception problems and upgrades, we guarantee to give you what you want when you want it.

Onevision Ltd has a track record second to none.They have supplied digital equipment to over 125,000 customers including SONY UK, the Millennium Stadium, Assura Chemist, Local Authority Gyms and swimming pools. All of their fitters are experienced and continuously trained in the latest technologies. They are confident that they can provide you with a solution to all of your technical queries.

Services include:

• TV Aerial Installation

• Sky TV Installation

• CAI Installer

• Freesat

• Digital TV Aerials

• Digital Plasma TV, LCD TV& LED TV installations

Their Engineers are constantly carrying out installations all over South Wales with Local Engineers covering Penarth and the surrounding areas.

All systems are installed to British standard BSEN60728-11 2005. They specialise in the supply and installation of SKY Digital, Freeview Digital, TV aerial services and Digital Motorised Systems. One Vision offer a full, design, installation and maintenance service for IRS, MATV and SMATV commercial systems.

One Vision are a leader in state of the art Plasma and LCD installations and experts in hidden cable installations.

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Onevision Ltd specialises in the installation of plasma LCD and LED screen equipment in South Wales.

One Vision Electronics | Advertorial Feature


108 Bute Street,Cardiff Bay, Cardiff CF10 5AD

[email protected]

029 2046 0294

eading Cardiff independent estate agency Moginie James have been nationally recognised for their excellent customer service at The Estate & Letting Agent Awards (ESTAS) 2012. The Cardiff based agency scooped Gold for Best Sales Agency in Wales as well as Silver for Best Small Lettings

Chain in the UK at a prestigious ceremony last Friday.

The award was announced by Phil Spencer, presenter of Channel 4’s “Location, Location, Location” programme at the Hilton Park Lane London luncheon, attended by over 550 of the UK’s top estate and letting agents.

Introducing the awards, Phil Spencer said “The ESTAS are the most important and valuable awards in our industry. An ESTA is not an easy accolade to pick up - to win one requires a lot of hard work, over a very long period of time.”

Nick James, Director of Moginie James, who attended the ceremony along with 5 members of his 40 strong team, commented: “We are absolutely thrilled to be named Best Sales Estate Agency in Wales and also to win Silver for best Small Chain in the UK, and what makes it all the more important to us is that the voting was wholly undertaken by our clients. Since we established the business we have sought to maintain our reputation for reliability and to deliver excellent service levels by recruiting and developing professional, motivated and knowledgeable property professionals - all of whom are committed to working hard on our clients’ behalf “going

that extra mile”. Now, with this award, we see just how much that commitment matters to our clients.

The results of the competition were determined by research carried out amongst customers who were asked a series of questions about the service they have received from their agent. Over 33,000 votes were received making it the biggest consumer survey of its kind in the property industry. Simon Brown, owner of the awards, added “ESTA agents believe passionately in providing the highest quality customer service. They are prepared to take criticism as well as praise and prepared to invest and develop their businesses”.

Moginie James scoops top awards at the 2012 ESTAS

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www.dragoncrossfit.com


www.webjects.co.uk029 2070 9174

07757 475 111

et WebjectS. showcase your business in the best way possible to the world – with a website that sets the perfect stage and provides

an open online window into your shop, studio, restaurant, spa, salon… whatever it is you want to shout about!

Scared to touch a computer or think that the process of changing your existing website is going to be drawn out, don’t fear! Our design process is broken down into simple Objectives: Brainstorm, Scope of Work, Affordability, Website Design, Handover, After-Care Support.

Focus On e-commerce

At WebjectS. we are experts in delivering e-commerce functionality to new clients who have never delved into the world of online sales.

Around the country we have noticed that more and more of our customers are interested in e-commerce options, in order to boost sales.

At WebjectS. we can design and build customised online shops which allow full control over products, look and layout all from one place, as well as providing an easy system to manage revenue streams and maximise online income.

Have a look atwww.webjects.co.ukto view our latest websites.

Our e-commerce packages start from £999*, and include:

• Professional, custom websitedesign.

• One off cost – no hidden charges.

• Content Management System (CMS) – allowing you to easily manage and update your online shop.

• Configured to work with your merchant bank, or checkout system, such as Sagepay Direct, Paypal or Google Checkout.

• One year’s website hosting

• Built in SEO so your products/pages place in competitive positions in google

• Choose you custom email address @yoursite.co.uk

• Website tracking reports

• Website photography

*this price is subject to change on analysis of scope of work.

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www.paleowales.co.uk

If you are looking for a forward thinking, fresh, competitive web design agency, then WebjectS. is the team for you.

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WebjectS.Web Design | Advertorial Feature


ASS Hire & Sales Limited, is an independent scaffolding company based in Barry, South Wales.

CASS stands for Complete Access Scaffolding Solutions and we more than live up to our name.

We specialise in bespoke scaffolding access and fall arrest netting solutions, including rope access. We also provide temporary roofs and have worked on bespoke projects like Western-Super-Mare Pier.

We are a Welsh company, however we provide a nationwide service.

Our portfolio of major scaffolding projects across Cardiff, Wales, the Midlands, Somerset and South West England demonstrates our expert capabilities in tackling some of the construction industry’s most unusual and demanding scaffold contracts in a professional and cost effective way.

With a highly skilled and experienced team of qualified contract and project managers, assisted by dedicated and skilled field staff, there is no scaffolding project that we can’t tackle – making CASS the preferred supplier of scaffold for many major companies across Wales, the Midlands and the South West.

What we provide

CASS Hire & Sales Limited can provide complete access scaffolding solutions with a fully interactive one-stop service. Our 24/7 365 days a year service can provide:

• Complete Access Scaffolding Solutions

• Temporary roofs

• Certified scaffold designers

• Contracts Manager appointed for every project

• Fall arrest netting

• Rope access

• Solar panel scaffolding installation

Our services

CASS Hire & Sales Limited provide the Complete Access Scaffolding Solution. Our service to the construction industry is second to none.

We can also facilitate the necessary local authority highways licences and permits that you require for scaffolding, hoarding, and Haras fencing, providing you with a one-stop-shop Complete Access Scaffolding Solution.

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Unit 15Atlantic Business Park Barry,CF63 [email protected]

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Our range includes the installation,hire and sale of:

• Tubular scaffold and fittings;for maximum flexibility in any situation

• Temporary Roof Systems; for assured all weather protection that allows you to get the job done however complex, and whatever theweather

• Access Staircases; built to suit any demand in today’s challenging construction sector

• Light weight alloy scaffold systems; for delicate and design challenging environments

• Cuplock scaffold; for all situations

• Alternative system scaffold

• HAKI preferred installer, a range of products

• Fall Arrest Safety Netting

• Rope Access solutions

• Monoflex sheeting

• Debris netting

• Hoarding/Haras fencing

• Security Alarms

For more information on all of the above products and services visit our website www.cassuk.com

Our Principles

• We work in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act, NASC safety guidelines SG4:10 TG20:08supported by South Wales Safety Consultancy Ltd.

• We operate and insist on a 100% CSCS, CISRS, SSSTS, SMSTS and first aid policy.

• We operate a clear pricing structure, that provides no shocks or surprise to the customer.

• We organise our daily work flow in the most efficient manner to meet our daily targets, and your deadlines.

• We establish clear lines of communication that enable us to work more efficiently.

Our clients

We pride ourselves on our safety and service record, and are always looking to build on a good working relationship with our clients.

We have worked with some of the largest and most prestigious companies in Wales and the UK, including Willmott Dixon, Opco Construction, The Royal Mint, Mi-Space, Cowlin and the Cuddy Group, among numerous others. Testimonials and a gallery of project images can be viewed on our website.

Our can do attitude solves problems, and we always get it right the first time, on time and within budget!

… AND we’re expanding!

To help us to provide an even better nationwide service to our customers, CASS Hire & Sales Limited are opening an office and scaffold distribution centre in Scotland.

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erhaps one of the major misconceptions of how we relate to our physical selves is that we say ‘I have

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This established Dental Practice at is now expanding, with facial treatments being offered in the brand new ‘Refresh Skin Studio’. Facilitated by Dr Sarah Cuffin winner of a Smile Award for facial aesthetics in 2011 and 2012. An active member in the local community and motivated by her continued professional recognition, Sarah’s goal is to give her clients that natural confidence that we all crave in our external appearance. The new studio will be focusing on two types of Facial Aesthetic treatment. The first is muscle relaxant treatment, a procedure that slightly weakens the muscles that cause the skin to wrinkle. In affect reducing the appearance of forehead creases, frown lines and crows feet to give

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The treatments are only a part of the Smile Studio experience. The people create a relaxed and calming atmosphere, where the clinical smell of the hospital is thankfully absent. The converted Terraced housing only adds to the homely and comforting feeling one has as you are eased into the treatments.

You’re natural confidence awakens again and you’re body is not longer absent from you, it merges with the mind as your smile widens in the mirror.

Refresh Skin Studio will be having a launch Party on the evening of Thursday 5th July 2012 places are limited to reserve your invite for our exclusive opening offers please contact the practice.

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e have a comprehensive line up of outdoor furniture.

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gained from working within the industry for over 20 years, Xpedient offers the most cost effective and quality print whatever your requirements and is not tied to any particular type of press or printer.

All requirements can be easily satisfied for any size of business, Xpedient works to provide you with marketing materials such as flyers, posters, brochures or newsletters detailing in depth the services your business provides. Other services we provide include catalogue, magazine and book printing. Whatever your needs Andy and Xpedient work on your behalf, with your best interest at heart. Professionally managing the process from inception through to delivery, taking all the stress out of the project for you, allowing you to focus on your primary function of running your business.

Imagine having a professional production buyer looking after your best interests while actually saving you time and money!

The benefits are obvious when you feel the physical copy of your high quality printed materials delivered on time to your door. As your material spreads through the city, into the hands of potential clients or interested parties, they will know that you took the time and effort to ensuring that physical representation of your business has reached them.

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Many of us still enjoy a physical copy to hold in our hands, the continuation of the newspaper and magazine industry is proof of that; there is innately something more personal with a printed brochure, catalogue or newsletter. More thought has been put into its creation and one can appreciate the time and energy that has gone into producing it. While promoting oneself online is relatively easy, getting yourself out there in the physical realm is slightly trickier and with many forms of

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here is nothing more important than getting what you need to where you need it. Be it a gift to friends in faraway places, an important business

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