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Clltheroe Advertiser &Time8,Thursday, April 21,2011 Business


‘Special’ honour for a Valley inn


by Marcia Morris


THE Waddington Arms, a contemporary country inn nestled in the heart of the Kib­ ble Valley, has been chosen to appear in Alistair Sawday’s pres­ tigious new book “Spe­ cial Places”, a guide to pubs and inns of Eng­


timate reference guide for good food and drink, Alastair Sawday’s guides are acclaimed by critics. The Guardian reviewer sums up “Special Places” by stating: “Whenever I need divine intervention, I always reach out for the next best thing: an Alastair Sawday guidebook.” Speaking about the


featured receive a per­ sonal visit from one of the


guidebook entry, manager Andrew said: “It’s fantas­ tic news to get this recog­ nition, we are all very ex­ cited about the entry. “All the pubs and inns


rately describes the Wad­ dington Arms as “the hub of the village, bustling with locals and bursting with character”. Often seen as the ul­


land and Wales. “Special Places” accu­


s a a j m 9 SPECIAL INN: Waddington Arms looking its best.(s)


writers, so we are hon­ oured to be selected. “The W ad d in g to n


•dishes on offer, all of which are made from only the best local produce by head chef Thomas Steele and his talented team. “What makes a great


Arms is the perfect place for walkers and hikers. We have many delicious


pub is the ability for it to welcome both regulars and first-time customers


is part of the James’ Places Group that also includes Mitton Hall, near Whal- ley, the Emporium, in


alike, and this is some­ thing we pride ourselves on. Local specialities in­ clude black pudding ter- rine, duck with potato gratin and smoked bacon, and I personally recom­ mend the ever changing specials board, with some­ thing for eveiyone”. The Waddington Arms


Arms features in “Special Places”,'Edition 7, priced at £10.39.


the pub’s rural setting, characterful interior, community spirit, excel­ lent local produce, classi­ cal cooking and luxury ac­ commodation, as reasons for its success. • The Waddington


Clitheroe and the beauti­ fully restored Royal Hotel at Kirkby Lonsdale. Alistair Sawday cited


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years, they have taken the bold step to create their own practice - FS Account­ ants.


fering all local businesses a free initial meeting.


for a number of years they feel confident they can make a positive impact on the Ribble Valley economy. To celebrate the launch they are of­


After working closely with businesses


EXPERIENCED accountants Damian Farragher, of Green Drive, Clitheroe, and Sarah Sharpies, a former pupil of Clitheroe Royal Grammar Sixth Form, have set up an accountancy practice in Candlemakers Court, Clitheroe. With a combined experience of 17


more often than we would have liked. Our aim is to assist businesses to be as successful as they can. “We welcome contact from our clients


out of five businesses fail within their first five years. “As accountants we have seen this


They said: “Research shows that four


discuss their business should contact Sarah Sharpies or Damian Farragher on 01200 423882 or e-mail: info@fs accountants.co.uk


and pride ourselves on the personal serv­ ice we can offer. Our clients often tell us that they appreciate the way we approach an accounts meeting.” Anyone who would like a meeting to


velop further we needed to look at addition­ al products to complement the range. Our website - thejetrest.com - was born and 10 years later we now have a vast range of all things travel related - from one of the most


Michael said: “This was a very exciting time for us, as we’d set up our own factory in the UK and were not only selling our products online, but they were proving a great success with retailers too. The business thrived, but in order to de­


pillows available in the UK and just one of many products that Michael successfully manufactures in his own Blackburn textile factory and sells through one of his growing number of specialist websites at thejetrest. com. Looking back to the start of his business,


pects, Michael Robinson, invented and de­ signed the ergonomic travel pillow following his own travels and it was following a story in the Sunday Times newspaper 10 years ago that The JetRest became an overnight hit. Now it is one of the best selling travel


A CLITHEROE entrepreneur’s busi­ ness is celebrating reaching its 10 year milestone since the launch of its first product, the JetRest travel pillow - now an award-winning, must-have accessory endorsed by celebrities including avid adventurer Ben Fogie. The founder and mrector of Clear Pros­


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Michael has clear view of prospects


Michael is confident that the next 10 years will be just as strong as the last. With social media, cross marketing of the websites and developing the ever-increasing loyal data­ base, Michael certainly has clear prospects for the future. • For corporate information, visit clear- VISIONARY


have already seen the successful launch of two new websites, wheatybags.co.uk and happysnapgifts.co.uk, with which we are extending our manufacture skills into new product development, or enhancing the range of products the consumer demands through personalisation.” Backed by a highly skilled technical team,


the trade with merchandise certainly worked for us, but as time has moved on, I realise that without a doubt, the way forward is one purely of specialist online sales. “This is the strategy we have adopted and


prospects.com


not always been easy, but the business blue­ print he developed is one that has been flexi­ ble enough to adapt to changing markets and embrace new technology and ideas along the way. The business became a big player on the promotional merchandise scene and the focus on all products being British made was a winning combination. Michael added: “Supplying retailers and


extensive selections of eye masks available to our own manufactured personalised luggage straps, from ear plugs to blankets and Moz- zyOff insect repellent - the list is endless!” ■ Michael notes that the past 10 years have


Chance to dive in for your AquaShot


Clitheroe Michael Robinson entrepreneur Prestigious hotel has six stars! a sooriM Fantastic Disney book collection A T h e C l i t h e r o e f r y ' " ^ only with your Advertiser and l imes


SIX STARS: From the left, Emma Eccleston, Giovanni Re, Joy Parker, Ben Bull, Stanley House general manager Philip Wharton, Adam Wilkinson and Robert Flanagan, who have just completed the course.


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SIX staff from Stanley House Hotel, Mellor, are celebrating after successfully completing a prestigious industry management training course. As part of the hotel’s continu­


ous investment in staff customer service develooment. the emolov-


Adam Wilkinson, Giovanni Re, Emma Eccleston, Ben Bull and Robert Flanagan - were enrolled on the course where thev im­


ees have completed a City and Guilds accredited Welcome Host Gold training course. The six - Joy Faith Parker,


ager, said: “We are immensely proud to have six members of staff who have comoleted the


proved their skills in customer service and knowledge of the tourism, leisure and hospitality indust^. Philip Wharton, general man­


Welcome Host Gold training course. We constantly strive to deliver the highest level of serv­ ice at the hotel and want to make sure that our team is equipped to deliver the very best in customer service by investing in courses such as this.”


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with the promotion of wa­ ter awareness to parents, by offering children with swimming achievements, the opportunity to have a commemorative photo­ graph of themselves in a broad range of poses that demonstrate their under­ water techniques as well as with their laminated certificate,” explained mother-of-one Anne- Marie, who grew up in Langho and has 18 years’ experience in the photog­ raphy industry.” Portrait bookings are


developed to provide parents with a unique keepsake of their baby’s swimming classes, Aq­ uaShots now provides the complete photography package for children of all ages. “AquaShots assists


son, who is the managing director of AquaShots Underwater Photogra­ phy, provides one of the most distinctive services available in the photogra­ phy industry. Originally a concept


A FORMER St Augus­ tine’s High School pupil is offering local youngsters the chance to be part of an underwater photogra­ phy experience. Anne-Marie Tomlin­


ANNE-MARIE TOMLINSON (S)


about AquaShots or to re­ quest a portrait session log on to www.aquashots. co.uk


made by calling 01254 885607. Just 35 sessions at a reduced cost of £25 are available and the centre'is taking pre-bookings now. Parents will receive a free 12” x 8” mounted print of their child and the option of purchasing further im­ ages on print or disc. For further information


Business is work of art


UP-AND-COMING artists looking to enhance their ca­ reer can take advantage of an opportunity in Ribches- ter.


professional representation, access to professional print and graphic design, inclusion on the www.ascot studios.com website, discounts on art materials, hassle- free handling of commission requests and sales negotia­ tions, and many other benefits. For more details call Phil on 01254 878100 or e-mail: info@ascotstudios.com


Couple Stride forth by branching out


■ demand and bringing an­ other dimension in retail to the town. Precious Little Treas­


ures, in Swan Courtyard, opened as a children’s gift shop in November, 2008. Since then, owners Ruth and Robert Schofield have built an excellent reputa­ tion and are now capital­ ising on their success by responding to what they see as a significant gap in the market for children’s


AN established and pop­ ular Clitheroe business is branching out in direct response to customer


lighted to have secured iconic names such as Keds, Kickers and Hush Puppies and also up-and- coming English brand, Pippo. We’ll also be of­ fering a measuring and fittins service.”


footwear. Ruth said: “Feedback from our cus­ tomers was that they were desperate for somewhere to buy children’s shoes locally. We decided to go for it and have sourced a fabulous range from well known continental and American brands. “We are especially de­


Bee Mill Studios, giving an opportunity to work in a creative environment alongside other practising art­ ists in a professional studio. There are seven lai^e open plan studio spaces with an abundance of natural light and right next to leading North West art gallery Ascot Studios, also based at Bee Mill. Resident artists enjoy exhibition opportunities,


There are two studio spaces available at the village’s


being held over a special six-day event at Mercer Hall pool. Great Har­ wood, on April 27th and 28th plus May 3rd, 4th, and 5th between 4-30 and 6-30 p.m. Appointments can be


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