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Author: Dan Q

Dan Q is a software engineer, a director of a voluntary organisation, a trainee counsellor, a keen geocacher, and an amateur magician. He lives with his partner and her husband in a polyamorous triad, and occasionally finds time to blog.

  • Review of Vodafone

    This review of Vodafone originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. Vodafone, 3 Cornmarket St, Oxford OX1 3EX, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ Like most mobile phone shops, this one enjoys a confusing layout and less-than-completely-helpful staff.

    If you know exactly what you want then you can have a reasonable experience, but if you …

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    • posted 18 September, 2017
  • Review of Aqua Vale Swimming and Fitness Centre

    This review of Aqua Vale Swimming and Fitness Centre originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. Aqua Vale Swimming and Fitness Centre, Park St, Aylesbury HP20 1DX, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Moderately long queue but a good family-friendly fun pool once you're through the gates. Changing rooms are close to poolside and …

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    • posted 18 September, 2017
  • Review of Gurkha Village

    This review of Gurkha Village originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. Gurkha Village, 174 Oxford Rd, Kidlington OX5 1EA, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Delicious food whether eating-in or at home, but beware the long wait times: routinely 45 to 90 minutes for a delivery, and sometimes a little slow even if …

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    • posted 18 September, 2017
  • Review of Oxford Parkway

    This review of Oxford Parkway originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. Oxford Parkway, Oxford OX2 8HA, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Convenient, fast, relatively-economical transport to London. Lots of reasonably-priced parking if you're driving, but - better yet - free covered double-deck bike racks if you're cycling.

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    • posted 18 September, 2017
  • Review of Finders Keepers Shared Letting

    This review of Finders Keepers Shared Letting originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. Finders Keepers Shared Letting, 27 St Clement's St, Oxford OX4 1AB, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Over my time as a renter I used about a dozen letting agents, and Finders Keepers (who operate - or certainly used to …

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    • posted 18 September, 2017
  • Hey @KutphaneBilkent (Bilkent University Library): couldn't help but notice your website looks suspiciously like those of @bodleianlibs...? https://t.co/8ehxUxLNHz

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    • posted 18 September, 2017
  • Review of Co-op

    This review of Co-op originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. Co-op, 26 High St, Kidlington OX5 2DH, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ Convenient supermarket with reasonable parking. However, recent changes to the layout of the store have dramatically reduced the availability of many product lines (and it's hard to see exactly why …

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    • posted 18 September, 2017
  • Review of Marshall SKODA Oxford

    This review of Marshall SKODA Oxford originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. Marshall SKODA Oxford, 2 Oxford Rd, Kidlington, Oxford OX5 1AA, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ Knowledgable, friendly staff. However, had an exceptionally long wait for a (pre-scheduled) test drive and was later quoted an asking price that was higher than …

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    • posted 18 September, 2017
  • Review of The Chequers

    This review of The Chequers originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. The Chequers, 131 High St, Oxford OX1 4DH, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A pleasant historic bar with multiple floors spanning indoor and outdoor seating areas, right in the heart of Oxford, and a great place to meet friends. Excellent selection …

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    • posted 18 September, 2017
  • Review of Mission Burrito

    This review of Mission Burrito originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. Mission Burrito, 8 St Michael's St, Oxford OX1 2DU, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good value, lovingly-made fast food. The best burrito in Oxford. A variety of fillings available including occasional specials and always a vegetarian option. Try a taster of …

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    • posted 18 September, 2017
  • Review of Burger King

    This review of Burger King originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. Burger King, 26 Cornmarket St, Oxford OX1 3EY, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just another Burger King. Often long queues (sometimes out the door) at lunchtime, but they're generally cleared quickly. Plenty of seating across three levels (fewest seats on the …

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    • posted 17 September, 2017
  • Review of The White Rabbit

    This review of The White Rabbit originally appeared on Google Maps. See more reviews by Dan. The White Rabbit, 21 Friars Entry, Oxford OX1 2BY, United Kingdom. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lovely to selection of beers and great pizzas, at typical Oxford prices.

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    • posted 17 September, 2017
  • Cyanide & Happiness 4614

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    Cyanide & Happiness

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    • posted 15 September, 2017
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    Cyanide & Happiness

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    • posted 15 September, 2017
  • Not Dogs' Bullring restaurant

    Not Dogs Gets a Revamp!

    The day has arrived… our lovely little Not Dogs restaurant in the Bullring, Birmingham has had a little update - in fact, our additions are a nod to our festival background complete with bunting and grass! Let’s go on a virtual tour…

    Katie and Jane (Not Dogs)

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    • posted 15 September, 2017

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