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Accountants
 
HASLERS - a dynamic, multi-award-winning top 40 UK firm of chartered accountants and business advisers based in Loughton. Clients include private and quoted limited companies, sole traders and partnerships, company directors and entrepreneurs, charities and trusts and government departments. Due to this broad diversity of clients, Haslers partners and support staff are able to offer specialist advice and services in a wide range of industry sectors with turnovers ranging from £100k per annum to over £200million. Their services include audit and accountancy, business advice, tax and VAT consultancy, corporate finance, forensic accounting and dispute resolution and insolvency and corporate recovery.
For more details, ring 020 8418 3333 or visit www.haslers.com 
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Adventurer
 
JOHN PECK – THE LEADERSHIP SPECIALIST AND ADVENTURE SPEAKER - John’s work is in bringing the spirit of adventure back into people's lives and their work. See him speaking in action on his website at www.john-peck.com  "I think all of us every now and then need to push ourselves to the limit. Every now and then I just feel I need a stretch," he said. “In business, the only people who will succeed are those prepared to go the extra mile and take risks." See some of his stretch adventures at http://www.executivestretch.co.uk 
If you are a leader and would be interested in finding out how you can spice up your own teams at work and stretch the boundaries of their horizons, email john@john-peck.com
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Business Centres & Office Space
 
ESSEX TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION CENTRE - offering inspiring, creative and flexible space, the Essex Technology and Innovation Centre, near the A414 at The Gables, Fyfield Road, Ongar, occupies a pleasant location in rural Essex, with access to London, Chelmsford and Cambridge. The M11 (junction 7) is less than ten minutes away and Stansted Airport is within 30 minutes. The centre offers 30 high-quality business spaces with state-of-the-art conference facilities and free on-site parking, secure access to each unit, CCTV and security monitoring 24/7. Tel: 01277 368200. Email: pam.winter2@essex.gov.uk  Website: www.essexbusinesssupport.com/essex-technology--innovation-centre 
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Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
 
M & K CLEANING SERVICES - with over 30 years experience cleaning soft furnishings and with thousands of satisfied customers M & K Cleaning Services sprovide high quality cleaning services. The company has the experience to carefully clean all types of carpets, rugs (onsite or at its specialist plant), upholstery and curtains - including a take-down and re-hang service. The company is a long-standing, full member of NCCA (National Carpet Cleaners Association) and BICSc (British Institute of Cleaning Science) Trade Associations. All work is fully insured. Call to arrange for a free survey and a no obligation written quote. Tel: 020 8502 1162. Email: info@mandkcleaning.com  Website: www.mandkcleaning.com
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Children's Cookery School
 
SCRUMPTIOUS PUMPKIN - Welcome to the wonderful, messy, tasty world of cooking! At Scrumptious Pumpkin, we love to cook! We delight in the whole messy, creative, tasty process. And we especially love to see children in our groups taking that pleasure too. At our classes we help children explore new flavours and gain cooking skills and confidence around food. Even very small children gain great satisfaction in the alchemy of ingredients coming together. And as parents, you will be thrilled to discover all the new foods your child will try, as they are tipped into a bowl or mixed with a spoon, learning in a fun, exciting way the invaluable life-skill of cooking. Classes are held in the Woodford Green area on Saturdays, after school and during holidays for ages 3-11. Contact: Email scrumptiouspumpkin@gmail.com 
or ring 020 8252 1499 
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Computer Maintenance
 
5BELOWZERO - Computer repairs, web design, powerpoint presentation creation, etc..   We are a small local family business established since 2001 and we pride ourselves in providing a personal, professional and value for money service for all our customers.  Tel: 01279 724192  Website: www.5belowzero.com
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Day Nurseries
 
BARLEY BARN DAY NURSERY -  The nursery lies in the idyllic setting of 160 acres of a beautifully landscaped golf course. The building has been refurbished to a high standard with rooms designed specifically for each age group. The nursery is arranged on one level with a fantastic, secure garden where children can enjoy some great activities including vegetable growing and creative outdoor play. There is a secure door entry system and each room has a Nurserycam installed so parents can log in at various times of the day to share in some of the exciting events and activities that their children are participating in. Barley Barn Nursery is proud to be a part of the TinyTalk accredited Nursery Programme for baby signing in addition to being a member of both the Pre-School Learning Alliance and the National Day Nurseries Association. For more details of the flexible childcare options available, ring 01992 522400 or email info@barleybarn.co.uk.
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Fireplaces
 
THORNWOOD FIREPLACES - have been providing excellent installation and service to customers for over 12 years. At the company's 4,000 sq.ft showroom just outside Epping, you will find the perfect fireplace and accessories along with expert advice and knowledge. The company's showroom is the largest in Essex and displays a unique range of over 100 fireplaces including traditional, contemporary, stone, marble and granite alongside wood-burning stoves. The company have original Victorian cast iron fireplaces and mantels which have been hand-refurbished to a very high standard. Thornwood Fireplaces also refurbishes original casts that clients want to keep in their period houses. For customers looking to install televisions above their fireplace, the sister company Thornwood AV can provide a comprehensive service from consultation to installation - making sure your fireplace and audio system work in harmony and look fantastic at the same time! Contact details: Thornwood Fireplaces Ltd, Esgors Farm, High Road, Thornwood, Epping, CM16 6LY. Tel: 01992 572055. Website: www.thornwoodfireplaces.com  
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Funeral Services
 
THE ABBEY INDEPENDENT FUNERAL DIRECTORS LTD – offering a compassionate and professional service to bereaved families in Waltham Abbey and the surrounding areas, respecting the individual needs of families. Advice on all aspects of bereavement, memorial and funeral planning. Traditional and contemporary choices. Spacious premises, comfortable reception area, chapel of rest and wheelchair access throughout. 24-hour service. Tel: 01992 711892. Email: nicola@theabbeyifd.co.uk 
Website: www.theabbeyifd.co.uk  
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EPPING FOREST BURIAL PARK - the first mature woodland cemetery in the south east of England, offering a choice of graves and ashes plots set amidst the beauty of established woodland. Epping Forest Burial Park, Kiln Road, North Weald. Tel: 01992 523863, fax: 01992 525401,
email eppingenquiries@woodlandburialparks.co.uk Website: www.woodlandburialparks.co.uk
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T CRIBB & SONS - For generations families in the East of London have entrusted T Cribb & Sons to care for their loved ones with professionalism and sensitivity. An independent business owned and run by the fourth and fifth generations of the Cribb family, over the past 130 years T Cribb & Sons have established their enviable reputation by recognising and adapting to the diverse traditions and beliefs of the communities they serve. T Cribb & Sons’ recent association with J Markfield has enabled the company to further extend their services to Debden and Loughton. The funeral home at Debden Broadway has undergone a complete refurbishment to create a comfortable environment for families to make final arrangements for their loved ones or stop by for advice about funeral planning or a friendly chat. The new decor creates an atmosphere of respectful calm and three chapels of rest have been created for families who wish to view and spend precious time with their loved ones. The new facilities include an area where families can prepare their loved one according to their cultural beliefs. T Cribb & Sons are renowned for providing the finest choice of vehicles. A modern Rolls Royce fleet is complemented by vintage and horse drawn vehicles led by an impressive team of award winning Black Friesian horses. Contact: 73 The Broadway, Debden, Loughton, IG10 3SP (Tel: 020 8508 7127); 262 High Road, Loughton, IG10 1RB (Tel: 020 8502 1883); 24 Hours Emergency Service 0800 917 4729. Website: www.tcribb.co.uk
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Graphic Design & Publishing
 
RARE BLUE MEDIA LTD - Graphic design consultants established in 1995 and specialising in graphic design for print including corporate identity, magazines, advertising, brochures and quality print. Also company branding and retail/pos material. Amongst other publications, the company designs and produces The Forester magazine for Epping Forest District Council. Based locally in Ongar, contact Kevin Barrett on 01277 890418 for enquiries/chat. Email: design@rareblue.co.uk  . Website: www.rareblue.co.uk    
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Health Clubs & Gyms
 
SIMPLY FITNESS - Simply Fitness is an innovative 30-minute total body workout for women of all sizes, shapes, ages and fitness levels. Based in Old Station Road, Loughton, and opening on September 1, 2011, Simply Fitness is a friendly, informal and fun women's workout which will help you get fitter, tone up and manage your weight. The nine easy to use hydraulic machines arranged in a circuit create a low impact complete exercise programme for cardiovascular exercise and basic strength training. Free Children's Area (0 to 5 years) available weekday mornings. Monthly membership is only £35 per month and no fixed contract, no joining fee and no hard sell. Monthly membership includes induction sessions, unlimited use of Simply Fitness and follow up progress checks. Pay As You Go and Pre Pay options are also available. Opening hours – Monday to Thursday 9am to 8pm; Fridays 9am to 7pm; Saturdays 9am to 1pm. Free trial sessions available. Ring 020 8508 0926 for more details. Website: www.simplyfitnessgym.com
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Health & Social Care
 
ESSEX AND SOUTHEND LINk - the government has established LINks (Local Involvement Networks) to enable people to have a say in how local health and social care is delivered. LINks allows everyone to comment about their health and social care services - what is working well and what is not so good - gives people an opportunity to monitor and check how services are planned and run, and provide feedback on what people have said about services, so things can change for the better. The west Essex locality group, covering Epping, Harlow and Uttlesford, wants to engage with all areas of the community. Every resident of Essex and Southend is a member of the LINk and an equal participant. If you are aware of gaps in health or social care services, or want more details, ring Julie Harkus on 01245 490733, email Julie.harkus@essexandsouthendlink.org.uk  or visit www.essexandsouthendlink.org.uk 
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MBST - LATEST TREATMENT OF ARTHRITIS, OSTEOPOROSIS AND SPORTS INJURIES - Magnetic Resonance Therapy (MBST) has been in clinical use in Europe since 1999 for the treatment of osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and sports injuries. This therapy is now available in Chipping Ongar, Essex. The adult human skeleton is made up of 206 bones and to help these bones move smoothly and pain free, there is a smooth, shock absorbing connective tissue called cartilage. Cartilage stops bone rubbing on bone enabling you to walk, run etc. When cartilage erodes or is damaged, the bones rubbing together and the inflammatory effects this has can result in osteoarthritis. Traditionally the treatment has been steroids and pain relief as well as joint replacements. There is now a non-surgical method called MBST. Researchers found it possible to transfer pulsed magnetic resonance energy into damaged cartilage cells or bone cells thereby initiating metabolic processes necessary for growth and repair. They have shown that this helps the body grow cartilage, increase bone density, accelerate the healing of connective tissues and dramatically reduce or eliminate pain. MBST is drug free, painless, non-invasive and has no known side effects. Visit www.bone-pain.co.uk  or ring 01277 366975 for a free consultation.
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TREATMENT OF THREAD VEINS BY PROFESSIONAL CLINICIANS IN BRENTWOOD, ESSEX - Thread veins, spider veins or broken veins are very fine abnormal blood vessels in the skin. They usually occur in the legs and face. We believe thread veins are best treated by micro-sclerotherapy and/or thermo-coagulation. Micro-sclerotherapy involves an injection of a solution through a very fine needle into the vein. For very fine clusters of veins, we recommend thermo-coagulation, where a high radio-frequency current is sent through a needle into the vein causing the wall to heat up and break up. Generally, for the best results, patients need a combination of both. Micro-sclerotherapy and radio-frequency ablation (VeinWave) should be carried out by a properly trained doctor or specialist nurse. Most people have no side effects from the treatment, however, a small number experience a minor allergic reaction at the injection site or discomfort and hardness with pigmentation and rarely a small wound results. Depending on the extent of the thread veins, more than one session of treatment may be needed. The treatment is carried out at the Nuffield Health Brentwood Hospital. For further information or to book a consultation ring 01277 366975 or visit thread-vein.com 
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Home Furnishings
 
LATHAMS HOME - a family business run by Chris Lathams Home has now been established in Epping for 37 years selling high quality designer furniture and gifts. Known for its customer service and stylish products it also now incorporates an ‘Interior Design’ service run by Liz and Sarah providing the discerning householder with professional guidance in furnishing a room or a whole house. Situated in Epping High Street (opposite Tesco) and also in North Street, Bishop's Stortford. Opening hours 9.30am-5.30pm Monday to Saturday, and Sunday in Epping 11am-4pm. Ring 01992 573023 (Epping); 01279 657118 (Bishop's Stortford). Website. www.lathamshome.com
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Hotels
 
CHURCHGATE HOTEL  - The Churchgate Hotel, Churchgate Street Village, Old Harlow, Essex, CM17 0JT. The country house hotel was built around a 17th century Chantry House. The hotel is set in landscaped gardens, complemented by the picturesque conservation village of Churchgate Street, yet close to the M11, M25 and Stansted Airport, making it an ideal venue for both business and leisure guests. The hotel has eight function and meeting rooms - including a function room for up to 160 guests -air conditioning in most rooms, natural daylight in all rooms, function bars in two rooms and caters for weddings, banquets and conferences. All 85 well-appointed bedrooms have private facilities and are equipped with satellite TV, trouser press, iron and ironing board and direct dial telephone with modem points.The hotel's award-winning Manor Restaurant is in the oldest part of the hotel and still retains many of the original features. The chefs demonstrate great flair and imagination in their dishes, serving a choice of courses. When staying at the hotel guests can take full advantage of the free leisure facilities which include a large heated indoor pool, spa bath, sauna, sun bed, small gymnasium and relaxing beauty treatments. For more information, ring 01279 420246, email res.churchgate@crerarmgmt.com  or visit www.swallow-hotels.com  
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Independent Schools
 
COOPERSALE HALL SCHOOL - Coopersale Hall, Epping's leading independent prep school, provides a home from home, tailor made education for our pupils. Having small class sizes means we know them well and our pupils love being at school. They are hard-working, confident, polite and strive to do well. And they do very well at 11+ with many gaining scholarships to the local selective senior schools.
What’s new at Coopersale Hall?
A new headmistress, Kaye Lovejoy, began in January 2011, enabling a school wide review of facilities and practices.In September there will be a further four new classrooms opening which will enable us to satisfy the demand for places throughout the school. A wide variety of extra-curricular activities take place, from chess to yoga, clarinet to karate, as well as providing breakfast and tea time clubs.
Coopersale Hall School is part of the Oak-Tree Group of Schools - what does that mean?
Being part of a group of three schools means we can arrange larger communal events such as a camp night, orchestra or combined musical event. Staff at the three schools get together regularly to share best practice, the group management team look after the business end, thus leaving the headmistresses to focus on educating children. The other schools in the group are Normanhurst in North Chingford and Oaklands in Loughton, all popular local schools within their own communities.  
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Ironing Services
 
IRONING SERVICE - Professional and reliable ironing service. Free collection and delivery. 70p per item. Seasonal offers available and discounts for OAPs and children. For more details, ring Faith on 01992 522044 or 07974 025381.  
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Life Coaching
 
ALL ABOUT YOU THE LIFE COACHING AND EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANCY - helps people help themselves, no matter what life throws at them. Clients come from all walks of life; perhaps facing retirement, redundancy, considering a new career, a new relationship or struggling with a life changing event or illness. Coaching starts from where you are now, rather than dwelling too much on how you got there. It helps you to focus on your future, especially when life throws the unexpected at you. Importantly, coaching helps you to identify your personal goals and supports you while you achieve them. Coaching can be face-to-face, by email or by phone at a time to suit you. Based in Loughton. Relationship problems? Redundancy? New Business? No matter what it is you want to change, contact Sue Taylor, Goldings Hill Clinic, 1 Lower Road, Loughton, IG10 2RS. Visit www.educationalconsultancy.co.uk  or ring 020 8508 2512.
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PR & Events
 
CHRISTEN PROMOTIONS - Christen specialises in PR, event management and charity fundraising with over 40 years experience achieving significant press and media coverage for clients. Two fundraising initiatives have won awards from the Institute of Fundraising. Based in Loughton, successful and well established, the business has developed and project-managed a variety of events and strategies alongside marketing, press and media initiatives. Founded in 2000, the company's clients include the Jack Petchey Foundation.
Contact: 020 8508 1270, email promote@christenltd.co.uk  or visit www.christenltd.co.uk
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Printing
 
METLOC PRINTERS - for all your printing requirements. Business cards to brochures, invitations to books. Competitive prices, full design service. Tel 020 8502 0236 Email acm@metloc.co.uk 
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Proofreading & Editing
 
AB PROOFREADING - for all your business and personal documents: Books, Brochures, Leaflets and Posters, Magazine Articles, Website Pages, Mailshots and Newsletters, Business Letters and Reports, Essays... and more. Improve the presentation of your work, ensure your written communications are clear and error free, and increase your business income with a professional, reliable and affordable proofreading service. Tel: 01992 523449 or 07941 557865. Email: abproofreading@talktalk.net  
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Restaurants & Take-aways
 
BAY LEAF INDIAN TAKEAWAY DELIVERY SERVICE - previously situated off Ongar High Street, Bay Leaf is now based at 11B Fyfield Business and Research Park, Fyfield Road, Ongar. Opening hours are 5.30pm to 11pm Sunday to Saturday (including bank holidays). Free delivery for orders over £15 to Ongar, Toot Hill, Kelvedon Hatch, Stondon Massey, Fyfield, Blackmore, The Rodings, Willingale, Stanford Rivers, Doddinghurst and North Weald. Ten per cent discount orders (which are collected) over £10. Parties and special occasions catered for. Extensive choice available from the 180-item menu which can be viewed by clicking on the Bay Leaf logo on this website’s home page. Contact: Tel 01277 365888 or 01277 362198
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SANUK THAI RESTAURANT - a unique dining experience in a 300-year-old beamed restaurant in The Street, High Ongar. Extensive menu and wine list. Beer garden for outside summer dining. Seating for 100 diners, including upstairs function room. Takeaway service available (20 per cent discount). Opening times - Monday to Saturday noon to 2pm and 5.30pm to 11pm; Sunday noon to 10pm (special Oriental menu). Tel: 01277 366551/366222. Website: www.sanuk.co.uk
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Security
 
MO-BELL - the home/business security warning system that sends an alert to your mobile phone - anywhere in the world. Going out or away and worried about the contents of your home or business? Worried about leaving your valuables? If anyone touches your possessions such as your TV, laptop, golf clubs, gardening equipment, furniture etc the active alert portable tamper alarm sends an alert to your mobile phone. Mo-bell is the complete solution for monitoring who comes to your front door. Expansion modules protect your home or business. Wireless motion, fire, flood, panic alarms, lighting control (in and around a property), solar-powered bell unit, door lock control. Mo-bell will identify what zone has been triggered and call you on your mobile phone. No monthly fees, no false alarms, no internet connection required. Manufactured by BT-approved company. British made.
For more details, ring 01992 503311; Email irishills3@btinternet.com ; website www.mo-bell.com/   
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Security & Alarm Systems
 
ACE SECURITY AND ELECTRICAL LTD - Ace Security and Electrical Ltd is your local installer for all your security needs. The company provides advice and also supplies and installs intruder alarms, CCTV, fire alarms and access control for the home or work place. The company protects local people and property in all types of domestic homes and commercial properties in Epping, Ongar, Abridge, Loughton, Buckhurst Hill, Chigwell, Theydon Bois and the surrounding areas. Ace Security and Electrical Ltd was formed in Chingford over 30 years ago, in 1981. The company is a local family owned and run business and has been the given the NACOSS Gold Award by the NSI, the highest in the security industry and is a member of the Trading Standards ‘Buy with Confidence’ Approved Traders scheme. You will always be sure of friendly advice, professional service and a fair deal. For more details, ring 020 8532 0666, email ace.security@acesec.co.uk  or visit www.acesec.co.uk    
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Solicitors
 
ATTWATERS -  a long established Loughton Solicitors with 12 partners offering tailored legal expertise. Attwaters offers specialist advice and services in most areas of the law for you, your family and your business. From moving home, making a will or help with relationship breakdown including divorce and financial arrangements for children. Personal injury claims making sure you obtain all the compensation you are entitled to. Dispute Resolution, employment law, court of protection, and medical negligence claims. For your business Attwaters do not just know the law, we also know the commercial realities of business. We make sure we understand the immediate issue that faces your business and your wider commercial objectives and long term business aims. Only then can we give you the commercially astute and practical advice our clients have come to expect. For more details, ring 020 8508 2111 or visit www.attwaters.co.uk
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Web Design
 
5BELOWZERO - Web design, uncomplicated approach, no nonsense, no hidden extras! 
Many very satisfied clients.  We are a small local family business established since 2001 and we pride ourselves in providing a personal, professional and value for money service for all our customers. 
Tel: 01279 724192  Website: www.5belowzero.com  
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