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Ongoing recruitment drive sees growing housebuilder welcome six new faces

Tom Scaife, Joanne Holborn, and Caroline Rayner -Baines Wilson's Employment Team Business, Legal

Employment Law Update Seminar – The Auctioneer, Carlisle

Porshe Centre South Lakes Business, Charity events

Porsche Centre South Lakes backs inaugural Whitehaven Alive

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Employment charity known for helping others looks to recruit to its own expanding team

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Cumbrian software company here to simplify your business

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  1. Ongoing recruitment drive sees growing housebuilder welcome six new faces
  2. Employment Law Update Seminar – The Auctioneer, Carlisle
  3. Porsche Centre South Lakes backs inaugural Whitehaven Alive
  4. Employment charity known for helping others looks to recruit to its own expanding team
  5. Cumbrian software company here to simplify your business

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Tom Scaife, Joanne Holborn, and Caroline Rayner -Baines Wilson's Employment Team

Employment Law Update Seminar – The Auctioneer, Carlisle

Baines Wilson’s employment team are holding seminars in October covering the most important changes to employment law that businesses need to know. Aimed at HR professionals, decision-makers, and business owners, […]

  • Shipping lawyer nails her colours to the mast with tribunal claims
  • Employment Law updates from Baines Wilson LLP
  • Withholding company sick pay is a risky business
  • ‘Wagatha Christie’ trial verdict: Loss in libel case for Rebekah Vardy
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Hospitality

English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues hospitality training academy recruits and staff (left to right) Matt Stanaway, Gino Veste, Jose Masia Sanchez, Carl Holt, Joel Brough, Daniel Winstanley, Calum Ng, Lydia Marshall, Amanda Kirk, Sinead Kay (Kendal College).

Hotel group launches Hospitality Academy to invest in staff development

A North West hotel group is establishing a new hospitality training academy to invest in its staff development, broaden career experiences and improve customer service. English Lakes Hotels Resorts & […]

Daffodil Hotel & Spa, Grasmere

Lake District’s Daffodil Hotel becomes third acquisition for Fairtree and their investment partner, Blantyre

The 78-bedroom hotel overlooking Lake Grasmere is an excellent value-add opportunity for the partners to build on The iconic four-star Daffodil Hotel & Spa has become the third landmark hotel […]

Luxury glamping pods at Wellington Farm, near Cockermouth, Cumbria

New glamping pod venture with Lake District views proves success for family farm

A diversification project into luxury glamping pods has proved a successful move for a Cumbrian family farm. Since welcoming its first guests just over 18 months ago, Wellington Jerseys has […]

Property

Paula Elliot, Residential Lettings Manager, for H&H Land & Estates

Legislation for landlords with H&H Land & Estates

Legislation from the Government for landlords can be a minefield, particularly when attempting to keep up to date with new rules and laws regarding their properties they have for rent. […]

Coffee Lounge Keswick

Much loves Keswick cafe changes hands – and refurbishment planned for The Coffee Lounge

The leasehold of the Coffee Lounge in Bell Close, Keswick, has been sold from an asking price of £79,950 after being marketed by commercial property specialist Colliers. The 60-cover café […]

The Carlton, Maryport

Planning application submitted to bring Maryport’s Carlton building back to life

Allerdale Borough Council’s plans to bring one of Maryport’s most iconic buildings back into use have moved a step forward. On 4 May, the Maryport regeneration team submitted a planning […]

Agriculture

Dawn Harrison makes opening tribute to David Thomlinson

Tribute paid to inspirational auctioneer, David Thomlinson

Harrison & Hetherington has named its main pedigree auction ring, ‘Ring 3 The David Thomlinson Ring’ in honour of previous Managing Director. Harrison & Hetherington is delighted to announce that ring 3 will […]

Left to Right Matt Owens chairman Craft Guild of Chefs, Dan McGeorge head chef Rothay Manor and Simon Frost Hoshizaki UK

Cumbrian chef Dan McGeorge wins a prestigious accolade at Craft Guild of Chefs’ Awards

Leading hospitality names such as Gary Jones and Alistair Birt were among those recognised at a glittering ceremony for the esteemed Craft Guild of Chefs Awards 2022, which also saw […]

Farmer on tractor

Support for Eden Agribusinesses as Council partners with Farmer Network

Through its Inspiring Eden programme and working in partnership with the Farmer Network, Eden District Council is unveiling a fully-funded support package for farmers in the area. The programme has […]

Construction

Jason Butterworth

Story Contracting appoint Jason Butterworth as new Vice Chair

Story Contracting has gone from strength to strength over the last few years growing from a £70 million in 2016 to a £200 million business under the six-year leadership of […]

Ground Breaking Group Photo - From the left:
Cllr Virginia Taylor, Leader - Eden District Council
Richard Callaghan, Project Manager - Collinson Construction
Tim Potter, Design Manager - Collinson Construction
Cllr Andrew Connell, Chairman - Eden District Council
Robert Duxbury, Managing Director - Collinson Construction
Cllr Karen Greenwood, Resources Portfolio Holder - Eden District Council

Voreda House contractor signs up to Considerate Constructor Scheme

Collinson Construction, the contractors instructed by Eden District Council to undertake the refurbishment of its new Zero Carbon Headquarters at Voreda House in Penrith, have signed up to the Considerate […]

Pooley New Bridge

The New Pooley Bridge & The Fratry, Carlisle win RIBA North West Awards

Pooley Bridge’s new bridge is one of six projects to be awarded the Royal Institute of British Architects North West Awards – the UK’s first stainless steel road bridge in […]

Care Sector

Debbie Ellwood, Bellcare

Bellcare’s brilliance recognised by care inspectors

One of Cumbria’s home care providers, Workington-based Bellcare, is celebrating after receiving a top-class rating from the Care Quality Commission. Safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-lead were just some of […]

Julie Clayton CEO

New chief executive at Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw 

An NHS leader who has developed community links and supported partnership working has been appointed as the new chief executive for Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw.  Julie Clayton, who grew […]

Heydays Senior Carer Lyndse Davies with a client

Heydays launch special ‘Working in Care’ films

Leading South Lakes and Furness home care provider, Heydays Care and Support Services have released a series of short films to give those outside the care industry an insight into […]

Transport

Community Rail Awards -logo

Settle-Carlisle Railway Development Company shortlisted for national awards

The Settle-Carlisle Railway Community Rail Partnership has been shortlisted in the national Community Rail Awards 2022 in the category of Tourism and Leisure. The Community Rail Awards, now in its […]

Stagecoach bus in Cumbria

So much to see these summer holidays with the kids – and without the car

The long summer holidays are upon us and parents everywhere are facing that age-old conundrum – how do we keep the kids entertained?  To help, we’ve put together a selection of […]

Electric car charging

New scheme to support Electric Vehicle Charging for Cumbria’s tourism businesses

Cumbria Tourism has teamed up with Electricity North West to help the county’s tourism industry become more sustainable and work towards its net zero ambitions. Electricity North West is on […]

Theatre & Arts

We Should Definately Have More Dancing: Suzanna Hamilton, Clara Darcy and Shamia Chalabi Photo credit Joel Chester-Fildes

Oldham Coliseum Theatre’s We Should Definitely Have More Dancing – short run at Theatre by the Lake Studio

Oldham Coliseum Theatre presents ‘We Should Definitely Have More Dancing’ – lighting up Theatre by the Lake’s Studio stage next week for four performances only. It’s a superb show that’s all about […]

Theatre review – One Man, Two Guvnors at Theatre by the Lake

One Man, Two Guvnors at Theatre by the Lake is just the tonic we all need – brilliant product, amazing cast and the best fun night at the theatre, writes […]

Chris Moyles - Photo by Chloe Dunscombe Photography

Radio legend Chris Moyles to headline Whitehaven Alivewith 90s show 

A radio legend has been announced as the Friday headliner for Whitehaven Alive for a night of the best music and reminiscing. Chris Moyles is bringing his brand new 90s Hangover Tour to Whitehaven Harbour on Friday […]

Finance

(L-R) Pam Brown, Rachael Bell, Gemma Brodie and Abigail O'Brien

New podcast will offer light-hearted insight into world of money and financial planning

A new podcast that offers insight, advice and anecdotes about the world of money and financial planning is due to go live next week. The pilot episode of the Financial […]

  • Take practical steps to protect your mental health, urges Cumbrian adviser
  • Samaritans receives £20,000 boost thanks to customers of The Cumberland building society
  • The Cumberland sponsors Carlisle United for two more years
  • Double charity joy as race day delivers huge boost to children’s charity

Tourism

Walby Farm Park celebrate with their summertime pass and daily foam parties

Cumbrian attraction named in the top 10% of attractions worldwide

Walby Farm Park, near Carlisle, are celebrating after they have been awarded a Traveller’s Choice Award from Trip Advisor, putting them in the top 10% of attractions worldwide. Every year, […]

  • Tourism & hospitality industry leaders inspire the next generation
  • New glamping pod venture with Lake District views proves success for family farm
  • Summer set to put heat on Cumbria holiday park owners
  • Allerdale Borough Council create three exciting new attractions to boost tourism across Allerdale this summer

Retail

Winter Tarn Dairy Butter - Nina Claridge Photography

Cumbrian dairy launches butter subscription

Real butter lovers know that one roll of butter just isn’t enough, which is why the considerate folk at Winter Tarn Dairy have produced an intriguing solution by launching their […]

Robert Unwin butcher & owner of Roast Mutton, Kendal

Butcher becomes the latest certified member of Pasture For Life in the region.

Cumbrian butchery Roast Mutton, based in Kendal, in the Lakes, has become the latest certified member of the Pasture for Life Association in the region. What does that mean? Well […]

Coruisk in Skye, a giclee print by Denise Huddleston

Lanercost hosts arts and crafts showcase in the Dacre Hall

For most of August, the Craftsmen at the Priory exhibition and sale will be taking over the Dacre Hall at Lanercost Priory near Brampton. Artists and designer makers from across […]

Places & Experience Reviews in Cumbria

Cream Tea Experience aboard Ruth on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

Cream tea on the move with Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

The Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, which runs for 7-miles through the dramatic landscapes of the Western Lake District, has launched a special ‘Cream Tea on the Move’ experience. A memorable […]

The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven

Fizzy Friday’s at The Beacon

A new event is on its way to The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven – Fizzy Friday! The museum’s Portal is the location for the get-together, which includes grazing platters and […]

Netherby Hall at Longtown, Carlisle, hosts its annual car show over the weekend of August 6 and 7

Aston Martins take centre stage at stately home’s car show

A fleet of Aston Martins are among the star attractions at a classic and performance car show held in the grounds of a historic stately home next month (August). Netherby […]

Food

Rhubarb & Ginger Jam from Hawshead Relish

Hawkshead Relish achieves significant Great Taste Award milestone

Hawkshead Relish have continued their winning ways, collecting two new awards at this year’s 2022 Guild of Fine Food Great Taste awards, which were announced yesterday (Monday 01st August) bring […]

Jon Watson with Herdwick sheep at Tarn Hows

Lakes Farm collects Great Taste Award for its Herdwick

Jon Watson, owner of Heritage Meats based at Yew Tree Farm, Coniston, has been awarded a prestigious national award in the 2022 Great Taste Awards. Cumbrian farmer and food producer […]

Aidan Monks of Lovingly Artisan making the all-butter pastries

Lovingly Artisan bakery launch all butter pastry range

Little is more sacred to the French than their morning repast of croissants – after all who can resist the first bite of a proper handmade butter croissant. Flaky layers, […]

Health

Vanessa Brown from VL Aesthetics. VL Aesthetics gains CQC accreditation.

Carlisle clinic is safety awards finalist for second year running

Vanessa Brown with there new defibrillator at VL Aesthetics, Kingmoor Road, Carlisle. JENNY WOOLGAR PHOTOGRAPHY

Carlisle clinic installs life-saving defibrillator

Annabel Berry (left) and Kiera Carrick (right) from English Lakes Hotels flank Katie Read, Hannah Ford and Beckie Gibson who have completed their qualifications in cancer awareness and oncology massage.

Spa therapists attain qualifications to help cancer patients

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Theatre review – One Man, Two Guvnors at Theatre by the Lake

Artist-in-Residence, Dawn Hurton – The Eden Anthology… work in progress

TheClimbers at Theatre by the Lake, Marc Graham as Charlie Harris, Claire Lams as Yasmin & Manish Gandhi as Tshering.

Theatre review: The Climbers at Theatre by the Lake, World Premier

Ready to face our fear of hights on the Treetop Trek at Brockhole

Face your fears & celebrate your achievement on top of the world – at Brockhole.

Margery Jackson & Croglin Watty

Artist-in-Residence, Dawn Hurton – The Miser of Carlisle and Watty

Elizabeth Twells and Charlie Ryan in Beryl. Photo credit Chris Payne

Theatre Review – Beryl by Maxine Peake

Brockhole creative expereince days - proud of my rose create at Brockhole on Windermere

Lake District inspiration to be creative at Brockhole – craft workshops for adults on Windermere

Dufton Pike

Artist-in-Residence, Dawn Hurton – Threads

Wordsworth Grasmere Museum gallery

Wander back in time and be creative in the present at Wordsworth Grasmere

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