Denbigh Beer Festival is set to open tap next weekend, raising the profile of some of the UK's finest real ales and thousands of pounds St Kentigern Hospice. Sponsored by Denbigh-based Artisan Windows and organised by the town's Round Table, the September 17th event is expected to attract around 300 people. Chairman of Denbigh Round Table David Jones said: “We have had fantastic support from ... [More]
Listening matters if care sector is to reform
August 31, 2011 By
Failings in the care system highlighted by a recent BBC Panorama programme, have led four North Wales experts to join forces in a bid to prevent further abuses taking place. The CareChecker team, who have all worked in both the delivery and inspection of care services for many years, are calling for root and branch changes within the care sector. They worry that the documentary, which ... [More]
Help for Heroes marathon challenge marches on to Guernsey
August 25, 2011 By
Former soldier Simon Buckden is taking his 100 Marathons in 100 Weeks challenge to Guernsey this weekend, having secured a last minute place as one of approximately 300 runners taking part in the island's annual race. The Leeds-born 39-year-old hopes to raise awareness of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) through running 100 marathons, while also raising money for Help for Heroes. The ... [More]
Help for Heroes marathon challenge marches into Manchester
August 19, 2011 By
Manchester weight loss guru Charlie Walduck and ITV's Dr Chris Steele are set to join Marathon man Simon Buckden on the latest leg of his 100 week challenge. The pair will walk a 26.2 mile route around Manchester this Sunday (21 August) to raise funds for Help for Heroes and raise awareness of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Simon Buckden, a vereran of the first Gulf War who has been ... [More]
Great Orme Brewery reaches new peak with lager production
July 21, 2011 By
An award winning microbrewer hopes to spearhead a lager revival in North Wales with a brand new brew made from soft Snowdonia water. 1085 Snowdon's Lager, from the Great Orme Brewery, is a labour of love for brewer Jonathan Hughes. He developed the beer to take advantage of the water that feeds his Glan Conwy microbrewery. Hughes said: “This part of the country has very soft water, which is ... [More]
Take your pics on Route 76
July 5, 2011 By
Sponsor of Denbighshire's Route 76, Artisan Windows, are offering a crate of real ale to the snapper whose picture most sums up the spirit of the July 9 beer festival. The company, run by Garry Morgan and Ian Gibson, has sponsored Route 76 since it started four years ago. As a real ale fan Ian Gibson admits he didn't take much persuading when he was asked to become a sponsor. He's supported ... [More]
Tengo Media helps National Trust boost Gift Aid revenue
July 4, 2011 By
National Trust properties are reporting an increase in Gift Aid donations after installing specialist tills that help staff record customers' details with minimal fuss. The till software allows staff to process donations quickly with just a name, postcode and house number. The accuracy of the system has seen one National Trust property record a leap in usable Gift Aid declarations from just ... [More]
Business Centre offers flexible support for small businesses
June 29, 2011 By
A newly refurbished business centre is offering virtual offices for the first time in the Vale of Clwyd. The move, by owners Turner Bros, is an effort to help new and small businesses in Denbighshire establish themselves in what can still be a tricky marketplace. Gareth Turner, owner of Birch House Business Centre in Ruthin said: “Starting out in business can be a precarious time. My aim in ... [More]
Artisan Windows buck the trend in housing market
June 8, 2011 By
While many in its market are feeling the negative effects of a downturn in the housing market, Artisan Windows is set to open the doors on its £80,000 showroom relaunch. The Denbighshire-based company, which specialises in bespoke windows, doors and conservatories, has enjoyed robust sales over the last three years. Employing a dozen staff, with eight vehicles, Artisan recognises it has ... [More]
Help for businesses to launch into their market
June 2, 2011 By
With entrepreneurship booming, three business people from North Wales have launched a service to help new ventures get their marketing right from day one. Graphic designer Sharon O’Brien, web designer Rhys Taylor and PR consultant Claire Savage have joined forces to set up Biz Launchpad, a one-stop shop for new business marketing. Packages include a logo, branded business stationery, ... [More]
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