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Red-Pump bucks trend;


WITH cutbacks and crises, jobs lost or under threat seemingly at every turn, one Ribble Valley success'story- is bucking the trend.: ■ • : ' - C '


cruiting extra staff to meet increased demand created by its growing reputation as a wonderful place to eat, drink and stay. Having recently achieved its third year entry into the Michelin Guide as well as its fourth year listing with in­ fluential hotel critic Alastair Sawday’s “Special Places of Britain” guide, the Red Pump has seen an early boost to trading which has prompted an earlier than usual re- efuitment drive. . ’


part-time vacancies to fill in the kitchen, housekeeping and for front-of-hpuse waiting on staff.”


Cowman^s strikes gold


was presented with a gold award at the BPEX Product Evaluation Show.


■ West to submit more than 260 pro{iucts for judging by industry experts.


Cowman’s were among 62 butchers in the North


sage. 5 “It is fantastic to see so many independent and high


The shop was praised for its pork and garlic sau­


street butchers and farm shops represented, with such a'wide array of quality products,” said Keith Fisher, BPEX butchery and product development manager. >; “The feedback from judges is that butchers in the re­ gion continue to raise the bar when it comes to produc­ ing fantastic meat products.”


A CLITHEROE butchers has received an award for their speciality pork sausage. Cowman’s Famous Sausage Shop, in Castle Street,


mented: “We’re a small enthusiastic team of local lads and lasses who just love good food. ■ “Because of our continuing success, we have full and


Red Pump proprietor Martina Myerscough com­ / ' ■ The Red Pump Inn, at Bashall Eaves, has been re - ; - -• By Katie Hammond


GRINDLETON man John Fielding has made his home and business in the Ribble Valley, but recognises the irony given that his new venture is


• responsible for the installation of the revolutionary solar panel systems and John himself installing the electrical components. John said: “It was while studying for


based around the power of the sun! Sun Catcher Green Energy Ltd is a family concern, with his brother being


the introduction of the feed-in tariff, part of the government’s clean energy generation scheme. PV systems are now a much more attractive proposition, with a return bn investment of between 6% ^ and 8% aiid a much shorter pay back pe­ riod in the region of 10 years. “I formed my company to help home-


my engineering degree that I developed an interest in alternative ways of gener­ ating energy without using fossil fuels. I researched a series of different technol­ ogies available and came across the PV (photovoltaics) technology that it is the basis of our new business.” “When I first qualified to install PV


systems three years ago, there was little incentive for householders to invest in the technology as the pay back was over 25 years. - “This all changed in April 2010, with


electricity from daylight. Each panel houses a series of cells, which, when ex­ posed to daylight, produce electricity. “A common misconception is that the


owners take advantage of the govern­ ment scheme and, in turn, offset their energy bills.” The solar P V system produces “green”


you need bright sunshine to produce solar energy, but normal daylight is suf- ficient.and the energy produced is then stored until needed,” explained John. “The excess energy is fed back to the


to shine John’s


National Grid and householders are paid for all of the energy the system pro­ duces, not just the part that is fed back. Payment is index linked, VAT free and guaranteed for 25 years.” For more information, visit: \v\v\v. pvsuncatcher.co.uk


HARNESSING SOLAR POWER: John Fielding, director of Suncatcher Green Energy Ltd. (s)


K en ’s ca r in g c o n c e p t


Albert House in Colne, wants to start a branch of Right at Home, which pro­ vides support for the elderly and adults with disabilities, enabling them to live independently in their own homes He linked up'with


UP to 50 jobs could be created as a home care venture with a difference moves into East Lancashire. Care home boss Ken Deary, who owns


VISION OF FUTURE: An artist’s impression of the new facilities and accommodation plannes at Stanley House Hotel, Meilor


Hotel expansion given green light


THE family behind a prestigious- Ribblc Valley country house hotel has given the green light to its lat­ est multi-million pound expansion plans. Stanley House Hotel, Mellor,


housed in a brand new building next to its current accommodation. Each room will be a generous 36 square metres.and individually themed.


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owned by the Walker family, will - add 18 new bedrooms and a luxury' spa as it aims to become a top lei­ sure destination for the North. Con­ struction will start in March and is expected to be complete and open byspring2012. ' ■ ■ ■ liie hotel’s new bedrooms will be


ment rooms, a treatment suite, ther- ' mal suite, relaxation lounge, hydro-, therapy pool with heated loungers and a gymnasium. New substantial gardens, .featuring a lake and a walking path, will also be created to the rear of the spa.


Within the same building, the par- tially-glazed spa will offer offers panoramic views of the Ribble Val­ ley countryside. The luxury spa will feature treat­


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Stanley House, said: “With the ad-? ' ditional rooms and first class spa ' facilities, Stanley House Hotel can; • be rightfully classed as a true leisure destination for the north. The spa


Simon Glassbrook;- a directbrj6f|ij To advertise on will be a world class facility.


. “We are making a substantial investment in challenging times which highlights our confidence'in the hotel, our team and the region. We expect to create more than 20 permanent jobs, not to mention, supporting a number of local busi­ nesses during construction. It will provide a timely economic boost to Lancashire.”


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jWalker Steel, transformed Stanley.: House from a dilapidated mairibr’'; house to the hotel in 2004. He said: - “I am proud to be starting the next. chapter of our vision to create the? best hotel in Lancashire.”


Fred Walker, co-founder.of


the leading American care provider Right at Home last January to open the UK’s first branch in Preston. This has been a great suc­ cess, employing more than 25 staff, and re­ cently delivered over 800 hours of care to 50 clients in one week. Now Ken wants to


hear from budding entrepreneurs with a heart who are interest­ ed in setting up a fran­


chise covering the Clitheroe and Pendle areas.


,, highest standard. We have two unique ; aspects. Firstly, we will always try to be on time. If we are providing 60 minutes of care, we stay for the full time: Second-


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_ He said: “I realised a residential home IS not always the answer and that indi­ viduals can remain in their own home lor a lot longer if they receive quality companionship and personal care from a company they can trust. “Right at Home’s care and the wav we approach our business is of the very


- ly, we try to provide the same carers all ; the time, so there’s a lasting relationship


with the client.” - ;


individuals who want to, run their own business and have a genuine interest in their local community. ^ “You don’t need a social care back­


Ken, UK managing director, is seeking


ground - we \vill provide the training and ongoing support - but you do need the ability to manage people and the desire to provide the highest levels of quality care. ■ “The rewards are the sat­ isfaction of making a differ­ ence to people’s lives and the financial success which comes from outstanding ex­ ecution.” In Preston, more than


KEN DEARY


cover. Other areas earmarked for offices are


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25 carers carry out a wide range of tasks, including preparing meals, grooming, bathing,- companionship and light household duties, with visits ranging from just one hour to 24-hour-a-day care, respite and holiday


the Fylde Coast, the Lancaster area and West Lancashire including Southport, creating over 200 jobs across Lanca­ shire.


£29,500 plus VAT and working capital. Anyone interested should e-mail: fran-; chising@right athomeUK


ha, Nebraska, in 1995, has more than 200 offices worldwide. The company aims to set up 100 offices in the UK over the next 10 years, creating more than 5,000 jobs: at a time when they are most needed. •: To open ah office heeds around


Right at Home, which began in Oma­


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