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Wyevale Nurseries partners with Herefordshire Wildlife
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yevale Nurseries is sponsoring a wood near its
site in partnership with the Herefordshire Wildlife Trust to help save the habitat which was originally given to the charity by the company’s founder.
The collaboration surrounding
Wyevale Wood marks a significant step in the Hereford-based business’ journey towards
Handy unveils products for the new season
sustainability and community involvement and reflects its ongoing commitment to conservation and environmental stewardship. Chairman of Wyevale Nurseries
at Kings Acre, Heather Williamson explains: “Harry Williamson, my grandfather, donated the wood to the Herefordshire Wildlife Trust in 1990, so when the opportunity for sponsorship came up, due to concerns regarding ongoing
funding of the woodland’s management, we leapt at the chance to step in and help.
We’ve also now joined the Trust as an Investor in Wildlife and are delighted to be supporting nature’s recovery in our county. “To back the ongoing
maintenance and preservation of Wyevale Wood, which is a nature reserve close to us, we have proudly donated £1,000. This contribution is dedicated to ensuring the health and vitality of the woodland, benefiting both local wildlife and community groups, who enjoy the natural beauty of the area. “Our sponsorship of Wyevale
Wood highlights our commitment to weaving sustainability into the fabric of our community initiatives.”
Builders merchant opens concept high street showroom
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ritish garden product manufacturer Handy has announced the
arrival of its new catalogue and Monthly Dealer Promotions Calendar. The new calendar demonstrates Handy’s ongoing commitment to providing retailers with competitively priced products. Offering fully funded monthly promotions with improved margins and discounts, retailers can benefit from cost savings across a wide selection of gardening and home products from its owned brands such as Webb, The Handy and Greenworks Tools. To further support retailers, the new 2025 catalogue from Handy highlights the top brands and prices for the 2025 season, such as its new range of wheelbarrows, shrub shears, impact shredder, electric start lawnmower and tool only Webb Eco. To find out about trade prices
and to place an order or to view the new Handy catalogue, visit
www.handys.co.uk
handlers Building Supplies has launched a new concept with a high
street timber and landscaping showroom in the heart of Windlesham town. Stuart MacDonald of Chandlers Building Supplies, said: “Since opening we’ve attracted a lot of attention from tradespeople and their customers. We’ve also seen an influx of the general public DIYers who are keen to see products close up, get knowledgeable advice on their projects, and prefer a retail showroom environment than a big builders’ merchants setting - so in many respects we are filling a gap in the market.”
Employing two product advisers, the showroom is wholly dedicated to timber and landscaping products and is completely separate from Chandlers’ builders merchant branch located three miles away on Lucas Green Road, Woking. The 40 square meters of retail space, showcasing vast ranges of cladding, decking, screening battens, porcelain paving, wooden flooring, doors and sleepers as well as decorative aggregates and more, opened its doors at the beginning of the month.
The showroom is open to the trade and public, with the retail team helping to raise funds for
Glee Roadshow date change & deeper industry insights
Monkton Elm Garden Centre, Taunton, from 1 to 5pm. This roadshow is more than just
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lee has announced an update to its inaugural nationwide roadshow.
The first event will now take place on Thursday 23 April, at
a series of regional events - it is a dedicated platform for uncovering the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of garden retail. By diving deep into the regional landscape, attendees will gain real, tangible insights into the unique factors affecting their locality while also understanding how these issues fit within the
Teenage Cancer Trust via donations to advertise on its popular ‘Tradesperson Noticeboard’. Chandlers Building Supplies along with Parker Building Supplies and Fairalls Builder Merchants have been raising funds for Teenage Cancer Trust for many years. Collectively they have raised over £300,000 to date for the charity.
broader national picture. With a clear focus on practical solutions and knowledge sharing, the Glee Roadshow is an extension of Glee’s mission as a 365-day resource, supporting retailers in their long-term success. This isn’t just about attending an event; it’s about being part of an ongoing conversation that will shape the future of the industry. Attendance is free, but spaces
are limited. Early registration is encouraged to secure a place at the first event. To register your interest and stay updated, please visit
www.gleebirmingham.com/ roadshow
GCU Spring 2025
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