Cycle ride to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support

Derek is cycling 55 miles on Sunday in an event organized to help raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.  Give him a call if you’d like to sponsor him.

Blogging for Business – talk to WiRE in Shipston

Derek is the first man to be invited as guest speaker to WiRE (Women in Rural Enterprise) on Thursday September 13th at The Stour Enterprise Centre in Shipston on Stour.

Blogging is a great way of advertising your business.  Once set up, it’s a free, quick and easy way to let potential customers and clients know the latest news about your business.

Google seems to pick up blogs really well which helps promote your business online.

Guide Dog puppy Kara comes to stay

We are looking after Kara – an eight month old black labrador puppy – while her regular puppy-walkers are on holiday.  She’s a lively little girl with a lot of energy but is currently snoozing just by the office door, keeping an eye on us as we work.  Our own dog, Bonnie, is here too – we’ll be off for a walk around the fields later!

WiRE – women in rural enterprise – September13th – Shipston on Stour

Blogs can help promote your business – find out how? September 13th at Shipston on Stour monthly meeting.. South Warwickshire WiRE.

Fancy a winter break in Lymington?

Lymington is a lovely little town – the perfect place to spend a few days at any time of year.  Cowslips holiday apartment is an ideal base for exploring the Hampshire coastline and The New Forest as well as the town itself.

Take a look at www.cowslips-lymington.co.uk

What to do with those old photos?

We’ve recently updated the website for Graham Ballard at Windmill Hill Photographic Studio as he’s offering two new services.

Photobox is a great idea for creating your own little photo gallery.  You can combine old photos with electronic images to create a unique memory box.  Photobox can be created in different sizes and finished on a choice of mounts or frames.  It makes a lovely gift or unique treasure to hang on your wall.

If you have old, scratched or damaged photos, Graham can offer a service which restores them.  Take a look at his website for more details and examples.  www.windmillhillstudio.co.uk

Stratford Food Festival Online Tickets

Advanced discounted tickets are now available to purchase online at

www.stratfordfoodfestival.co.uk/tickets2012.html

Exclusive VIP tickets guaranteeing a seat to see the fabulous Baker Brothers are also available.

Blogging as a marketing tool

We’ve added a blog to the Showplace site www.showplace.uk.com and encouraged the team there to blog on a regular basis about their latest projects.  These include The Milwaukee ‘Big Red’ Trailer, the new Moda structures at the Farnborough Air Show and their recent contract for an indoor exhibition stand at Inno Trans in Berlin.

Premier B&Bs in Stratford upon Avon

Our latest new website advertises a group of really good B&Bs in Stratford upon Avon.  These guest houses offer a really refreshing alternative to the big anonymous chain hotels which have arrived in the town recently.  Their all-inclusive price covers parking, breakfast and wifi – no extra charges – making them really good value.

They are all accredited and well reviewed, offer a variety of rooms, are all meticulously maintained and well equipped with ensuite bathrooms.  You’ll also get a warm welcome and the benefit of the owners’ experience and knowledge of the town – great for recommendations about the best pubs, restaurants and cafes.  Take a look at www.premierbedandbreakfaststratforduponavon.co.uk

Stratford Food Festival gearing up for September

We’re regularly updating the Food Festival website as more and more exhibitors come on board.  We’ve added the online ticket purchase now and tickets for Sunday when the Fabulous Baker Brothers are demonstrating their baking skills are going fast.

This year’s dates are September 22nd and 23rd – the town will be buzzing!  Adult tickets are £4-£6 and children under 16 go free with a paying adult.  Put the dates in your diary.