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MOT – Ballymena

Posted by Cherry | May 19, 2015 |

Ballymena MOT centre is located in Pennybridge Industrial Estate. Located just outside Ballymena Town Centre the MOT test centre is easy to find and convenient. Normal opening hours at the Ballymena MOT test centre for booking tests or making enquiries are Monday to Friday from 8.45 am to 12.30 pm and 1.15 pm to 4.00 pm. If you are bringing your vehicle in for an MOT, tests are run on Monday to Saturday from 8.00 am to 8.30 pm. The fee for your MOT is dependant on what kind of vehicle you are getting tested. A car MOT test will cost £30.50. Click here to view a table with more information. With an appointment booked and paid for you are ready for your MOT. Watch below if you are unsure what to expect when you get to the Ballymena MOT centre. Here is some more useful information from NiDirect about taking your vehicle for its MOT. Can I prepare the vehicle myself or will I have to take it to a garage? Anyone can prepare the vehicle for the test, however, some specialist equipment may be needed to check certain elements required for the test, for example, headlight alignment. The Vehicle Inspection Manuals can be viewed online at: Light Vehicle Inspection Manual (DOE website) Heavy Vehicle Inspection Manual (DOE website) Motor Bicycle Inspection Manual (DOE website) What documents do I...

Insanity Ballymena recommend the Bread Shed

Posted by Cherry | May 18, 2015 |

Ballymena sandwich bar the Bread Shed has gotten the approval of Insanity Ballymena. For those who haven’t tried it yet INSANITY ® is a 60 day, home workout DVD program. In Ballymena groups meet to encourage each other through the gruelling workouts. The Bread Shed has recently reported on their Facebook Page that their sandwich bar is a healthy lunch option. They say; Very happy that we have been recommended by Insanity Ballymena as a source of wholesome food for their members. As a result we have introduced wholemeal wraps to our already extensive list of fresh foods. (Source) The Bread Shed boast a large menu consisting of freshly sourced local produce and you can watch your creation being prepared in front of your eyes. That way you see exactly what is going into your lunch – no hidden calories in sauces, mayo etc – you only get what you ask for. Also the Bread Shed know that many of us work over our lunch times or want to make the most of our free time so they allow you to phone ahead and order. Order exactly what you want and then pay when you pick it up. Quick and easy, the Bread Shed is conveniently situated in Harryville with a carpark close by. Next time you need a healthy lunch head to the Bread Shed in Harryville,...

A Ballymena that shares on the web

Posted by Ally Simpson | May 18, 2015 |

We have a bold & adventurous vision of a Ballymena that shares on the web. Social media is all about sharing content. It’s not about our egos and how many Likes, Shares or Re-tweets we get. When we share each others content on social media we expand our reach and the reach of those we are sharing… the extreme scenario would be if your content goes ‘viral.’ We all know what that means but, you need to take smaller steps to begin with. If you are following other local businesses, sharing their content increases their audience, brand and products. Ask them to do the same for you. Converting your audience to sales is hard to pin down but if you are sharing good content, sharing the content others post, building a following and engaging with them, then you are capturing people in a potential sales funnel. If people keep coming back to you online they are more likely to convert into being a paying customer. A Ballymena that shares on the web Here are three quick tips that we have mentioned before… Be positive. The traditional news can handle the negativity all by itself. Stick with the good stuff, make people smile. Ask people to share. We’ve already said this but be bolder, ask others to help you share your content. Use pictures. People love good pictures. Post pictures...

Ballymena Carfest and Truck Show

Posted by Cherry | May 15, 2015 |

Ballymena Carfest and Truck Show will return in June. Based at Ballee playing fields, The Ballymena Carfest & Truck is run in aid of McMillan Cancer Palliative Care Unit at Antrim Area Hospital. Ballymena Carfest and Truck Show The show features show cars, top marques, the NI Meguirs Concours Class, NI Truck show and a selection of vintage tractors, trucks and static engines. There is a live action arena and for the past few years the Renegade Strongman competition has formed part of the annual event. Enjoy watching Strongmen like Eddie hall, the Uk’s strongest man, stunt bikes and there will be loads to keep your kids entertained too. The show is set to be held on Saturday 13th June 2015. The show is open to Vintage, Classic, Modern Classic, Modified & Custom show cars. The gates will be open to the public from 11am -4.30pm and tickets cost £6 with under 12 year olds getting in for free. Click here to see all the details at the Ballymena Carfest and Truck Show website....

Only in Ballymena – Ballymena Today Blog our local Favourites

Posted by Cherry | May 15, 2015 |

At Ballymena Today we love our town – we keep on saying it! We know that there are lots of things that can be enjoyed all over Northern Ireland but we think that there are a few things which are best enjoyed here in Ballymena. Here are a few things that we think you shouldn’t miss out on A fry from the Nobel Cafe – There is rarely a day when you won’t a queue in the Nobel cafe on Church Street. Why? It’s just an Ulster fry right? Well it must be the combination of locally sourced bacon,...

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MOT – Ballymena

Insanity Ballymena recommend the Bread Shed

Ballymena Carfest and Truck Show

Only in Ballymena – Ballymena Today Blog our local Favourites

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