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Five Family Friendly Festivals in Sussex
With summer well and truly on the way, festival season is nearly upon us. Sarah Ryman, author of A Field Somewhere shares us in on her tried and tested top festivals to take the kids. Elderflower Fields – 27-30 May - Pippingford Park, Nutley A magical weekend of wild...
Friday Ad’s Ultimate Guide To Bristol
Expanding a whopping 40 square miles and with a population of 437,500 - the buzzing city of Bristol is the perfect place for a weekend getaway, romantic break or family holiday! And with so much to do and see, it’s unsurprising that many people decide to become full...
A-ha! Alan Partridge’s Top 10 Motoring Moments
Everyone's favourite son of Norwich: Alan Partridge, returns to our screens on the 16th February in Mid Morning Matters Series 2. In celebration of his triumphant - albeit wrought with gaffes - return to our screens, we countdown his top 10 motoring moments. 10....
Our tips for Bristolians to beat those mid-January blues!
It’s the middle of January. The fond memories of Christmas are now distant and you’re back into the full swing of work. It’s getting even colder and it’s going to be a good few months until you can bust out your shorts and sunnies. Getting out of bed and up for the...
Did you know? | Jobs in Construction & Engineering
The construction industry is experiencing a boom in job availability. This is due to a 1.2% increase in all new work. Therefore, if you are out of work and looking for a new job there are lots for you to apply for, none more so than those on Friday-Ad, check them out...
Top board games for Christmas
What better way to enjoy your time together this Christmas than to get out a board game and have some good old-fashioned family fun around the table? Pour a drink, get the dice rolling and unleash your competitive spirit! Here’s a handy refresher about what types of...
Top 10 | Board Games to Play at Christmas
Christmas is a time for giving, sharing and having fun with loved ones, and no Christmas would be the same without playing a board game as a family. However, this can be difficult due to the vast size of participants, but if you have the right board game it can really...
Friday-Ad’s Best Christmas Presents
Choosing the best Christmas presents for different members of any family can prove quite the task at the best of times. So we thought we would lend you a hand and show you what’s popular and going to get you into everyone’s good books, for now anyway… Parents...
Bristol Balloon Fiesta
The Bristol Balloon Fiesta has been a major part of the city’s calendar since it began in 1979. Every August, around 500,000 people arrive at the Ashton Court site to witness the UK’s largest ballooning event. This Bristol balloon festival runs for 4 days, with a...
Top Tips | Driving in Winter
Even though we are having one of the hottest November's since records began, we all know that around the corner there is going to be some cold weather on its way. Are you ready? Driving in winter can be notoriously difficult, with black ice and snow expected almost...
Top ten collectors items
People collect all sorts of things from expensive art to second hand junk. The next time you go to throw something away, whatever it is, it's worth remembering that there might be someone out there who is collecting it. Owning a substantial collection of anything can...
Top 5 car boot sales in the South West
Looking for a place in the South West where you can sell your clutter and make money at the same time? Car boot sales are the perfect opportunity and you’ll be surprised what sort of items people are looking for. Below is a list of car boot sales in Bristol and the...
Fender bass guitar guide
Fender practically invented electric bass guitars in the 1950s. These iconic instruments were the first to gain widespread recognition and it could be argued that the formula for a good bass guitar has remained pretty much unchanged for 60 years. Many musicians use a...
Cashing in at car boots: 10 things you must do
Car boot sales are an excellent way to sell off items you no longer use and make money at the same time. Additionally you have the advantage of being face-to-face with the buyer, which allows you to use your sales skills and natural charm to sell items and agree on a...
Top Tips | Buying a used Motorcycle
When you ride a brand new motorbike off a dealer’s forecourt, you instantly wipe out a chunk of the money you paid to own it. Buying a used motorcycle from Friday-Ad Motors is therefore reckoned by many to be a much better value for money purchase, and provided you...
A Guide to Winter Car Checks
The winter weather can be unpredictable, with hazardous conditions such as snow, icy roads, high winds, fog, heavy rain, hail and flooding all possibilities. If you’re going to be driving a long distance to see friends or relatives this Christmas, here are some useful...
Christmas on a Budget | Presents
Christmas is fast approaching and that means you'll have to start thinking about what to get the little ones. However, it's never as simple as that is it? They always want the latest gadget or toy and you are forced to pay over the odds for something that might only...
Get ready for the Christmas party season!
Blow away the winter blues with our great tips on how to prepare for the Christmas party season. Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family or colleagues, December is the craziest month for parties and get-togethers, so you have the perfect excuse to splash out...
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