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Industry experts and academic leaders share collective knowledge on the role of sustainable marketing in travel and why it is critical to the industry now
Supporting image here Industry experts and academic leaders share collective knowledge on the role of sustainable marketing in travel and why it is critical to the industry now 8th June 2023: The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
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Industry experts and academic leaders share collective knowledge on the role of sustainable marketing in travel and why it is critical to the industry now
8th June 2023: The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) and Lemongrass Marketing will present an inaugural travel industry webinar on Sustainable Travel Marketing, hosted by The Conscious Travel Foundation. The webinar, which takes place on 28th June at 1:0…
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Bounce into Summer Fun with the Labyrinth Challenge at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens is featuring the Labyrinth Challenge in an exciting four-day festival of summer fun. It will run from 17th to 20th August 2023 and boasts one of the most impressive inflatable obstacle courses in the world, measuring over 1,000 feet in length. The Labyrinth Challenge…
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Sustainability is key with new range of gloves made from ocean waste
Living a more sustainable lifestyle is at the forefront of many of our minds, so it’s good news for those who care about their environmental footprint as Town & Country has just launched a new range of gloves made from ocean waste. The Eco-Flex range answers the demand for a reduction in single…
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High stress on the high street - the intense workload for pharmacies in England
London, UK – 7th June 2023: Data crunched by online pharmacy delivery partner Gophr, paints a concerning picture for the pharmacy sector in England, the latest crisis to hit high street retail. Gophr’s ‘Prescription For Pressure’ initiative, reveals a challenging time for the industry and…
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Big Solutions for Smaller Budgets
Leading global learning and development organisation, everywoman, launches new cost-effective suite of products for SMEs to compete with large global corporates in attracting, retaining and developing their female talent 25 May 2023: everywoman has launched a new suite of products for SMEs, ‘Big
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Keep Geraniums looking Blooming lovely for longer
Geraniums are grateful plants. They grow quickly, flower profusely, last a long time and are hardy and undemanding. A sunny location, water and plenty of nutrients are the most important requirements for these popular summer flowers to thrive from spring through to autumn. If you also remove dead…
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Viva Magenta! Harness the power of the Colour of the Year in your garden with pelargoniums
Pantone's Colour of the Year is an important reference in the world of fashion, design and living. The shade on everyone's lips this year is Viva Magenta, a scarlet hue that strikes a balance between warm and cool, encouraging optimism in bohemian times. The team at Pelargoniums for Europe has put…
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Northumberland Castle Creates Cluster of Stellar Star-gazing Experiences
Award-winning accommodation, Langley Castle, has launched ‘Castellations and Constellations’ a compelling, affordable and stellar experience combining stargazing and history – all from one roof, which will be as attractive to locals as to visitors. The roof in question is that of the…
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Castle Creates Stellar Star-gazing Experiences Cluster
Award-winning Northumbrian accommodation, Langley Castle, has launched ‘Castellations and Constellations’ a compelling, affordable and stellar experience combining stargazing and history – all from one roof. The roof in question is that of the Langley Castle medieval battlements, laying…
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Start-Rite and The Daily Mile join forces with launch of new school shoes
Start-Rite and The Daily Mile join forces with launch of new school shoes · The Daily Mile and Start-Rite Shoes Ltd collaborate with new school shoe line: Encourage and Motivate. · 10% of profits from every sale will be donated to affiliated The Daily Mile schools, to…
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Pets to benefit from new technology in vets practice
Vet-AI, one of the UK’s cutting-edge veterinary technology companies, has opened its first state-of-the-art practice in London Colney as part of its drive to revolutionise veterinary care. The ‘Digital First practice’ will be opened under the Joii Pet Care brand, the firm’s vet care…
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New Patisserie Pitstop for the Lake District Foodie Map
Head to the Lake District this summer and you will find a fabulous new patisserie at which to grab those home-baked breads and delicious cakes and bakes that can create such great memories on your Cumbrian picnic, or back at your self-catering accommodation. The new Levens Bakery, at Levens Hall and…
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One Young Fell Runner Set to be Awarded Career Boosting Bursary
One young Cumbrian fell runner, potentially ‘one to watch’ for the future, will have some of the expenses associated with participation in the sport taken off their or their family’s shoulders, by becoming the first recipient of the Pete Bland Bursary, announced at last year’s Grasmere
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We Are Social brings in Rachel Rakowski as Global Head Of Gaming
5th June 2023: Global socially-led creative agency We Are Social has appointed Rachel Rakowski as Global Head of Gaming, leading the We Are Social Gaming division that was launched in 2021. In the newly-created role, Rachel will work closely with the agency’s local markets, ensuring they are…
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Levens Hall Prepares to Make it a Baking Hot Summer
- New Levens Bakery to open this month An expansion at Levens Hall and Gardens may well also see South Lakes’ waistlines growing a little, as the much-loved Levens Kitchen responds to popular demand, increasing its capacity to create mouth-watering cakes, pastries and bread,
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Fundraising Cyclist Takes on 7-day, 750 km Shetlands Challenge for UK Forces’ Mental Health
After epic rides around Scotland, the Pyrenees and Wales, 78-year-old ex-Marine Jonathan Thomson is heading further north this year. On Sunday 18th June a team of four intrepid cyclists will set off from Northern Scotland on a dramatic 7-day, 750 km bike ride around the Orkney and Shetland islands…
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Tapis/Ultrafabrics, Global Aviation Partners set to launch the Comfort Zone at AIX
Tapis/Ultrafabrics, innovators in aviation materiality are launching The Comfort Zone at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg 6-8 June 2023. Comfort has been traditionally defined in a very singular way and The Comfort Zone offers a multi-layered approach for airlines who are thinking about…
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Marches LEP gathers experts for Hereford business finance event
Leading experts in business finance will be sharing their knowledge at a special event in Hereford to help firms access vital funding to help them grow. The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership and its business support arm the Marches Growth Hub have teamed up with the British Business Bank to…
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High Sheriff’s diary
Mandy Thorn MBE DL It’s been a whirlwind start to my year as High Sheriff – and an absolute joy to meet so many people across Shropshire who are going the extra mile to make this fantastic county an even more special place in which to live and work. I’ve been fortunate to attend…
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Good Housekeeping Institute Favours Tower Steam Iron in 2023 Review
Good Housekeeping Institute named the Tower T22008 2-in-1 CeraGlide Cord Cordless Steam Iron as the Best Steam Iron and Best Budget Steam Iron in a May 2023 review. RKW, a leading manufacturer and distributor of SDA and housewares, is delighted to announce that the Tower T22008 2-in-1 CeraGlide Cord…
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Get ready for summer: Perfectly prepared for summer with RINGANA
It’s arriving slowly but surely – the summer! Now we need to optimally prepare our hair and skin for the warm weather because the increasingly intensive sun’s rays, salt water, or chlorine in swimming pools can damage not only our skin, but also the hair and scalp. Apart from wearing a head…
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Wellbeing’s the word: Yorkshire heritage textile mill introduces menopause training
A 240-year-old heritage textile mill based in Stanningley, West Yorkshire, has introduced menopause training for employees in managerial roles across the business. The training is part of AW Hainsworth’s commitment to wellbeing in the workplace, with the business setting out a significant…
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SECUTIX Appoints Chris Rawlings as Business Development Lead for the UK and Ireland
Former Scottish FA and Rugby Football League Chief Commercial Officer joins the ticketing technology leader as it enters a new phase of growth SECUTIX, the leader in advanced digital solutions for the events industry, has announced the appointment of Chris Rawlings to the new role of Business
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Benguela Cove Wine Estate Strikes Gold at the Trophy Wine Show in South Africa
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate triumphed at the prestigious Trophy Wine Show in South Africa, held on 8th June, winning medals for both wines entered by the Hermanus wine farm. Out of nearly 1,000 wines judged at the competition, only 32 were awarded gold, requiring a score of 95 or above.
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Vestel UK Hosts First Ever Partner Event and Awards
A select group of Vestel Visual Solutions’ resellers and integrators from across the UK gathered at Reading Football Stadium for the brand’s first-ever UK partner awards event. Wednesday 31st May 2023: Marking a milestone in the continued growth of Vestel Visual Solutions across the UK display…
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Top tips for pruning flowering shrubs
Whether it’s to rejuvenate overgrown bushes or to maintain plenty of healthy blooms throughout the year, pruning plays a vital part in many gardeners’ calendars. Wisely cutting branches and stems can help with both displaying a flowering shrub to its best advantage and ensuring that it blooms…
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Holidaymakers Urged to Protect Themselves Fully When In the Sun
Europe-wide travel insurance provider, Europesure Travel Insurance (www.europesuretravelinsurance.com), which provides comprehensive travel insurance protection for many Brits heading off for sunshine-filled holidays, is urging travellers to stay safer in the sun. The warning comes after…
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Holidaymakers Urged to Protect Themselves Fully When In the Sun
Europe-wide travel insurance provider, Europesure Travel Insurance (www.europesuretravelinsurance.com), which provides comprehensive insurance protection for residents of the EU, EEA, Monaco, Gibraltar and UK, is urging travellers to stay safe in the sun, even if used to life in sunnier climes. …
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Plastics firm starts net zero journey thanks to BEEP help
A polythene manufacturing company from Herefordshire has made huge strides towards reducing its environmental impact, thanks to help from the Business Energy Efficiency Programme (BEEP) which has been supported by the Marches Growth Hub. Elite Plastics Ltd, which is based in Hereford, has saved…
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RKW Limited is included in the E2E International 100 list in association with, The Independent
RKW Limited is delighted to announce its inclusion in the 2023 E2E International 100 list in association with The Independent and in partnership with IWG plc as the strategic founding partner. The list, which was independently verified by data from Experian and Go Live Data, celebrates the UK's…
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Blooming Spectacular! Derby PR Agency celebrates another RHS Chelsea Flower Show success with several famous faces
Derby-based PR agency Honest Communications is celebrating after the success of this year’s world-famous RHS Chelsea Flower show – with client Darwin Alternatives taking home a prestigious Silver Gilt award for the stunning and thought-provoking Memoria & GreenAcres Transcendence Show Garden. At…
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Mayo Wynne Baxter celebrates two years of support for Heads On charity
Leading regional law firm Mayo Wynne Baxter is celebrating a successful two-year collaboration with Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust charity Heads On. The firm raised an impressive £3,793 for the charity which supports people with mental health problems to help them feel understood, stay…
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Cobra’s Lightweight, Cordless Range – The Essential Tools for Every Novice Gardener
Summer has finally arrived so it’s the perfect time for novice gardeners to take the first steps of their gardening journey. Gardening offers the optimal opportunity to reconnect with nature, escape the pressures of everyday life and even have a good workout! However, finding the right tools…
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Top five plants from Hillier to create instant impact in your garden this summer
As we approach the summer months, many people are beginning to spend more time outside in the garden, enjoying the sights of summer sunshine and creating a bright, colourful outdoor space. It’s never too late in the season to continue adding pops of colour to the garden with beautiful blooms.
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AtlasIED and Fyne Audio Announce Strategic Collaboration
UK success story loudspeaker company Fyne Audio has established a major strategic partnership and investment from US commercial audio brand AtlasIED, to bring Fyne’s IsoFlare point source driver technology to commercial loudspeakers. May 18th , 2023, Glasgow. Fyne Audio has announced a strategic…
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Add height and colour to the garden with summer flowers in tiered planters
For many, spending a gentle Saturday pottering around a garden centre to pick up a few plants is a sure-fire sign that summer is nearly here. In fact, it’s the ideal time to buy some potted plants and add some colour to the garden – from opulent dahlias and pretty carnations, to fast-growing…
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Young nature enthusiast flies the flag for prestigious scholarship
A young nature ambassador from Wiltshire is encouraging other students with an interest in the environment to follow their passion and sign-up for a prestigious Young Darwin Scholarship. Izzy Fry, who is currently studying for her A-Levels at South Wilts Grammar School in Salisbury, is a super keen…
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RKW appoints new senior leadership team across Finance and Quality Assurance divisions
RKW, the UK’s leading SDA company, has announced the addition of three new staff members to aid their goals for exponential growth. Based in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent, housewares and small domestic appliance giant RKW has recently welcomed a number of new staff members to the company. As part…
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Here comes the SUN: RINGANA presents new summer products
Even if the weather in May still doesn’t quite seem to know what it wants, the sun’s getting stronger all the time, increasingly priming us for the summer. So, naturally, we want to get out into nature! Whether it’s a leisurely stroll, a more demanding hike, or a long weekend at the seaside…
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Reconomy Group company Valpak recruits retail packaging expert to enhance EPR support
Retail packaging expert Lorraine Wilson has joined the UK’s largest compliance scheme, Reconomy Group company Valpak. Wilson brings a practical knowledge of retail systems and packaging materials that will enhance Valpak’s tools to help businesses implement data-driven packaging choices.…
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Deborah to Step Down After Grasmere Lakeland Sports and Show 2023
The woman who successfully oversaw the renaissance of Grasmere Lakeland Sports and Show, after two years of Covid pandemic cancellation, will be leading the show for one more glorious year, before stepping down and allowing someone else to take the reins. Deborah Black will be retiring from her role…
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Celebrate Summer at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, at Horsham in West Sussex, is set to host an exciting week-long series of events from the 22nd to the 30th of July. ’Summer at Leonardslee’ is scheduled between 11am and 4pm each day and features a range of activities, entertainment, and delectable food for adults…
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World Topiary Day Attracts Garden Lovers from Far-flung Locations
Visitors from across the UK flocked to Levens Hall and Gardens on Sunday May 14, to learn more about the world’s oldest topiary garden, pick up topiary tips and see a special topiary-inspired dress that helped mark the celebration. The Cumbrian visitor attraction also hosted a delegation from the…
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RKW returning to Exclusively trade show to exhibit comprehensive catalogue of SDA and Housewares
Exclusively is a highly anticipated trade show for manufacturers, retailers, and buyers alike. It promises to showcase the latest and greatest product innovations from RKW in 2023 so far, alongside exciting new trending colourways. Attendees will be wowed by a diverse range of SDA and housewares…
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IT’S TIME TO UP YOUR GIFTING GAME THIS FATHER’S DAY WITH AN EXTENSIVE AND STYLISH RANGE OF WATCHES FROM ACCURIST AND SEKONDA
11 May 2023: Looking to spoil your dad, step-dad, father-in-law, or the father figure in your life, then look no further as Accurist and Sekonda watches we’ve got you covered. No matter the style or budget , there’s something for every great Dad! For a stylish choice that won’t break the…
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Enjoy a Magical Family Summer Holiday at Langley Castle
If historical tales, Hogwarts-style staircases and knights in shining armour sound like a fun way to fill the summer holidays, then be sure to add a stay at Langley Castle Hotel to your itinerary. Four-star Langley Castle is located just a few miles from Hadrian's Wall and the medieval town of…
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Why Langley Castle Hotel Should be on Your Summer Itinerary
If the thought of warmer weather and long hazy summer evenings is getting you in the holiday mood, perhaps it's time to book your next trip? And, if luxurious four-poster beds, fine dining, knights in shining armour and spectacular views of the Northumbrian countryside sound like a fun way to fill…
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Saying so long to a wet summer – and goodbye to artificial turf
With reports saying that the UK saw 170 per cent more rainfall in July than the usual amount, and some parts of the country experiencing their wettest summer ever – it’s time to look at small choices we make which can impact climate change. One way that experts have suggested we can all play…
