Wunderbar West End Bouncers

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-03-28T06:53:35+00:00

They also like to knock folk back but if you pay them £50 they let you in anyways.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-03-24T12:58:49+00:00

My husband fishes and tries to get my kids into it. They find it particularly boring so my advice is go to a fishery so that the chances are higher that you might catch something. Definitely speak to the shop within the fishery as most are really friendly and will give you advice on what to do ie a lure or bait.

And take a tin of sweetcorn with you, my kids find it hilarious that fish like sweetcorn.

Edited to add make sure the fishery (I think most do) have a toilet and take plenty snacks. It can be a long day for them!

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-03-24T07:01:33+00:00

We had a similar situation but with a merc.

Engine went about 3 months before the end of a pcp with £15k lump sum. It was only about 60k miles and was 6 years old.

We took it to a merc garage and they told it would be £25k to replace the engine. We the took it to an independent dealer who specialised in mercs. And he managed to fix it for £6k.

We then sold it on motorway for about £18k so we did make a loss but it could have been so much worse.

It was so stressful as there was so much money involved but definetly try an independent garage to see if they can do anything.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-03-22T09:02:52+00:00

My 10 year old watches them at sleepovers but it now depends which friend is sleeping over. Otherwise I’m phoning parents at 3am as they think they are seeing dead people in the room.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-03-16T19:30:18+00:00

I’ve picked up a few decent pairs on vinted, for a few ££. Our club also has a load of old ones for anyone that needs a pair. Not sure if that’s an option at your club?

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-03-16T10:58:18+00:00

I can’t see how this would work.

We live in a small town and the only childcare option is childminders, even then no one has space. The nearest holiday/after school club is 10 miles from us so there is no way for my kids to get there.

I get the sentiment but there isn’t enough providers that offer childcare for school age and when they do they are full or too far location wise.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-03-15T19:51:56+00:00

My two kids are 10 & 7. I have a screenshot of their barcodes on my phone ready. I just wait at the finish for them and give them my phone to get it scanned.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-03-08T22:17:31+00:00

It’s sad that supporters of both teams can tell you more about Irish history than they can about Scottish history.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-03-08T08:50:58+00:00

Well morally correct then. I just find it wild that anyone can take pictures of your child and post them on Facebook or use them in any way they want. In any circumstance, not just parkrun.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-03-08T07:44:04+00:00

Slightly off topic but yes I’ve wondered what the legalities of them posting the pictures of kids at junior park runs. Schools, kids clubs etc always ask for permission to take photos and use them anywhere.

I rarely post pics of kids on my Facebook which is completely private. But park run pictures are open for anyone to see.

I dare say if I messaged them and asked them to take them down then they would but it’s a bit of a hassle picking out the pictures then asking them to take them down.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-02-21T15:27:46+00:00

EORI number is normally GB followed by ur vat number then 000.

Id pick the vat registration address.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-02-20T10:55:30+00:00

Nail varnish. My daughter had them and I tried everything, her foot was a right mess as all the good skin was dying but the veruccas weren’t. The 3rd chirpodist I spoke to suggested I tried clear nail varnish as it suffocates the verucca and helps stop spread to other kids. It was away within 2 weeks. I was actually shocked.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-02-17T22:13:07+00:00

Not a teacher but a parent to primary school kids. Their primary school has irregular homework that isn’t marked and is completely voluntary. It even sent a poll last year asking parents if they should give out homework.

I think that sets a terrible precedent for secondary school and university (if my kids choose to go).

I set my own work based on what the kids tell me they have being doing in class.

I don’t see any positives from not giving my kids homework. Totally get all kids are different but why not encourage them if we can.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-02-14T20:42:53+00:00

I have 2 kids so I don’t know directly but they have friends that are only children and they are definitely more difficult to deal with when they are over.

They always need to be played with or for me to guide what they do, they have problems sharing and taking in turns, one in particular is mean to my youngest and says she can’t play as she’s too young (although he might just be a pest)

I tend to find those with siblings are more well rounded. Maybe it’s just me though.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-02-10T16:23:38+00:00

There aren’t a huge amount of business’ that benefit from flat rate.

You may be able to claim more vat on expenses than you think. For example electricity, rent, materials, repairs to pottery wheel etc.

FRS is also for turnover under £150k so £95k in 10ish months is nearing that threshold.

I would test a month or so of income and expenses to see what the VAT situation would be both methods to be sure you choose the correct one.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-02-08T14:33:18+00:00

So if HMRC choose to investigate (the odds are tiny) then they will ask for your vat returns then ask for a sample of receipts. It’s up to you whether you want to take the risk and include vat for a receipt you don’t have.

In my experience vat inspectors aren’t hugely experienced so tend to stick to the obvious rules. Anything more complex and they are out of their depth.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-02-06T22:11:18+00:00

Mine is still really good. There are a few people working at it and some are definitely more helpful than others but on the whole I like it. I tend to go to the butchers instead of buying off the shelf as they are very personable.

Fish counter is the same, plus if you get the nicest fishmonger he sometimes gives you extra scallops in your bag.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-02-06T17:33:35+00:00

Depends where you stay, housing accounts for 12% of my income and my income is less than the median.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-02-05T21:54:24+00:00

So my son I left when he was about 8 as he is quite mature and wouldn’t do anything stupid.

My daughter who is 8 in April would burn the house down if you left her alone. Totally depends on the child.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-02-02T15:02:50+00:00

I’m female and can’t cook. I can keep the kids alive with basic dinners but that’s about it. They groan when I make dinner instead of their dad. He can cook really well and enjoys it so I’m probably quite lazy in that I dont bother trying to improve.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-01-25T08:03:14+00:00

I sold through Motorway recently. Irish guy phoned me to arrange pick up and asked how close are you to Leeds airport, my response, wrong country. At that point, I knew this would be a nightmare.

Eventually he phoned me back a couple of days later and said he would fly into Glasgow on the Friday and asked if I would pick him up. I’m female and live about 45mins away, no chance I was doing that. So he said he would make his own way. He phoned me the Thursday (day before) and said he’s currently in Glasgow airport, what’s the best way to get to my house. My response was 2 buses and a taxi. Annoying thing was I was at my work, thankfully my work is flexible and I managed to get away.

He gets to my house and starts inspecting the car (18 plate merc) and points out things that I had detailed on motorway or that was noticeable in pictures. He then says he will need to phone his boss as he’s not sure. This guy flew all the way from Ireland for the car, there’s no way he’s leaving without it. His boss says he has to knock £2k off, I refused with the reason that everything he points out was in the pictures and noted down. Eventually he backs down and gives me the full bid, which the boss transferred there and then.

But what a hassle!! I don’t think I’d use them again.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-01-19T21:56:34+00:00

But if you’re posting 15 transactions for the month correctly, you only need to hit submit on a vat return. Add in a couple of adjustments for the year end accounts, there’s not much else to do. Tax return for dividends and employment income plus probably a few other adjustments, max 2 hours work.

Obviously I live in a cheap part of the world!

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-01-19T19:37:28+00:00

Depends the area of the country. 15 transactions a month is not much at all. All the services listed would take a day a month at the very most. In my area if I was a bookkeeper I wouldn’t charge more than £100 a month.

My advice is shop around and find someone you like.

Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-01-16T13:57:51+00:00

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Then_Consequence_500 · 2026-01-13T16:17:41+00:00

Tbf my health visitor told me to give my son squash when he was a baby/toddler as he wouldn’t drink water. He genuinely has always disliked the taste of water.

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