Stratford upon Avon based market organisers Sketts have lots of Christmas markets for you to enjoy this year – there are Craft & Foodie markets in Solihull, Bicester, Banbury, Kidlington and Sutton Coldfield.
Other special events include a Yuletide Market in Royal Leamington Spa, the traditional Victorian Evening in Warwick and Handmade Christmas Markets in Barton under Needwood and Willington.
Dates, times and details from www.sketts.co.uk
Coughton Lodge is a historic grade II listed building set in open countryside just a short walk from The National Trust’s Coughton Court. What makes it special as a place to stay is that it sleeps up to 22 people – perfect for a family or friends’ get-together or special occasion.
It has 10 ensuite bedrooms, a dining room to seat 22, a kitchen and two sitting rooms as well as a garden, swimming pool and tennis court. Coughton Lodge has availability for weekend deals, midweek breaks and weekly stays. Check the website at www.coughtonlodge.com
Brigitte Nix is a holistic health consultant and coach who offers a range of physical therapies including Bowen Therapy, Dorn Method and Breuss Massage which all aim to relieve muscle tension and pain and increase flexibility and mobility. Helping the body heal itself is key to her approach – common problems she deals with include back, shoulder and neck pain, sciatica, insomnia, headaches and migraine.
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Virginia Lodge is a family-run, centrally located b&b in Stratford upon Avon. This characterful Victorian house offers single, double, four poster and family rooms as well as free parking, wifi, bike & luggage storage and of course – full English breakfast.
Recent TripAdvisor reviews include comments like ‘5 minute walk from everything’, ‘warm welcome’ and ‘very helpful with local information’. Virginia Lodge is a great location for visiting Shakespeare’s Stratford and the theatres at the RSC.
Bensons has been serving the locals and visitors to Stratford upon Avon for over 20 years. Right in the centre of town, just a minute’s walk from Shakespeare’s Birthplace, it offers breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea in style.
The £5 breakfast includes bottomless tea or coffee. Lunch options include sandwiches, salads and main courses and afternoon tea can be as simple as a scone or as luxurious as the Champagne special. They have a gluten free menu and vegetarian options too.
Lucy and a colleague from Hartwell HR will be exploring recent employment case law relating to employees and their use and mis-use of social media in the workplace and the impact on business. For example what if an employee blogs, posts or tweets something inappropriate or offensive? What if customers see it? What impact would this have on your business and how would handle it?
We’ll be covering cyber-bullying and harassment, damage to reputation, freedom of speech and invasion of privacy and how employment tribunals have considered these subjects.
Time: 7.45am
Finish: 9.00am
Date: Wednesday 18th November
Venue: Spa Suite, The Warwickshire Golf Club
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It would be lovely to see some of you there. And please pass onto any other employers you feel may be interested
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The Emsley Guest House is a quality Victorian b&b in the heart of Stratford upon Avon – an easy walk from the train station, the town’s attractions, the Shakespeare Houses and the RSC.
Part of the Stratford Select group, they offer free wifi and parking and a full English breakfast.
Rated excellent by 365 Tripadvisor travellers, the b&b has won the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence five years in a row. Check their website at www.theemsley.co.uk
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She offers practical, hands-on help to businesses, schools and colleges in dealing with their HR and employment issues. You can find details of her recent work and video interviews with Lorraine atwww.bravozuluhr.co.uk
Stratford upon Avon based market organisers Sketts have lots of Christmas markets for you to enjoy this year – there are Craft & Foodie markets in Solihull, Bicester, Banbury, Kidlington and Sutton Coldfield.
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November 17, 2015 5:31 pm | 
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