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By Kate Shaw
Aug 14, 2019

18 Dorset youngsters set sail thanks to Poole Harbour Boat Show

18 youngsters from Dorset will participate in a free 5-night voyage on a 32- metre sailing boat, thanks to a charitable partnership between the Poole Harbour Boat Show and Ocean Youth Trust South. The Poole Harbour Boat Show is the largest, free to attend boat show on the south coast ...

By Kate Shaw
Aug 05, 2019

RockReef and Oceanarium, the Bournemouth Aquarium join forces to offer discounted tickets

Popular Bournemouth seafront attractions, RockReef indoor climbing attraction on Bournemouth Pier and Oceanarium, The Bournemouth Aquarium have joined forces to offer a dual attraction discounted ticket to visitors over the summer period. The promotion offers savings of up to 30% at the Oceanarium and 20% off all RockReef activities and ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 31, 2019

Award-winning Cromer Pier Theatre Variety Show launches!

The Cromer Pier Theatre Variety Show is back for another record- breaking year. The award- winning Cromer Pier Show is now the only ‘end of the pier’ full season variety show in the world. Advance bookings are flying and the producers are anticipating a hugely popular and successful season. The ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 29, 2019

Barker supports Vendee Globe competitor Pip Hare

Barker in Dorset has offered its support to the 2020 Vendee Globe competitor, Pip Hare, by signing up as an official partner. The successful sailor and marine journalist, who hails from Poole, will be lining up in November 2020, along with 30 international skippers to single-handedly race her 60ft boat ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 24, 2019

The UK may shortly have its first co- habiting Prime Minister in Downing Street, which leads Gales Solicitor’s Partner to discuss common co-habiting legal pitfalls.

On the 24th July, for the first time in our history, the United Kingdom will have a Prime Minister who may soon be co-habiting in Downing Street. Matthew Moore Partner at Gales Solicitors in Bournemouth discusses the common legal pitfalls to consider when co-habiting. Matthew advised, “Although Boris Johnson might ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 22, 2019

‘Mail on Sunday’ review of Cromer Pier Theatre Variety Show!’

By Kate Shaw
Jul 17, 2019

Gales Legal Secretary Stephanie crowned Miss Earth England!

Stephanie Wyatt is a Legal Secretary at Gales Solicitors in Winton and has recently been crowned Miss Earth England. The 19- year- old won the coveted award, amidst stiff competition in a final which took place at the Arden Hotel in Birmingham. Stephanie was a selected finalist representing Dorset in ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 26, 2019

Bournemouth Gin company gains significant investor interest at the Dorset Business Angels Pitch event

The Dorset Business Angels (DBA) pitch event took place on Monday 24th June at the Hallmark Carlton Hotel in Bournemouth and welcomed along Dorset Chamber’s President Liz Willingham as a special guest. With 5 businesses pitching, it was a Bournemouth based Dorset gin brand that most successfully grabbed the attention ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 24, 2019

Simplify Consulting Charity Golf Day raises an incredible £15,500 for Wessex Cancer Trust

The Simplify Consulting Charity Golf Day has raised a record figure for charity. The annual event, which is in its 5th year, took place at Dudsbury Golf Course in Ferndown and attracted no less that 172 golfers and smashed its charitable target by raising an incredible £15,500 for Wessex Cancer Trust. ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 19, 2019

SAFFERY CHAMPNESS ACTS FOR METALEX ON ITS PURCHASE OF ALIMEX UK

The Bournemouth office of Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants has acted on behalf of Paul and Sally Nicola, the shareholders of Metalex Holdings Limited, based in Poole, Dorset, on the company’s acquisition of Alimex UK Precision in Aluminium Limited, a distributor and processor of aluminium cast plates, from Alimex Gmbh. The ...

By ktpr.co.uk
Jun 18, 2019

“To spot the next booming property hotspot-on-sea” Saturday Telegraph Property Section 15th June 2019

This article was instigated on behalf of my client, Openwide International who run Cromer and Bournemouth Piers. It’s great to have their investment in our town.

By Kate Shaw
Jun 13, 2019

Coleman Marine Insurance in conversation with exhibitors at the 5th Poole Harbour Boat Show

Coleman Marine Insurance were once again exhibitors and sponsors at the 5th Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS), which took place from Friday 7th – Sunday 9th June. Interest in the Show has risen significantly year on year and this year all exhibitor berths in the marina and on the quayside were sold out ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 12, 2019

Excitement builds for local pitches at the Dorset Business Angels June event

Excitement and anticipation is building for the upcoming Dorset Business Angels (DBA) pitch event which takes place on Monday 24th June. 5 businesses will take to the floor, in a bid to impress the savvy entrepreneurs and seek investment to allow ambitious business growth and expansion. Investors are being encouraged to ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 12, 2019

New conveyancing team at Gales Solicitors in Bournemouth

Gales Solicitors in Bournemouth has a new conveyancing team in place, led by Head of Conveyancing, Adrian Randall. Adrian is joined by conveyancing Exec Ros Keenan, Secretary Stephanie Wyatt and Senior Secretary Christine Weeks. Senior Partner Matthew Moore advised, “Since our merger with Robert Wrynne Solicitors in Tuckton in 2018, ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 11, 2019

Poole Harbour Boat Show draws record crowds

The 5th annual Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS), in association with Sunseeker, which took place from 7th – 9th June, welcomed a record number of visitors from across the south and beyond. Event organisers are delighted with the continued success and growth of the event and reported thousands heading to the quayside and ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 04, 2019

Gales Solicitor, Matthew Moore oversees successful Citizens Advice mergers

As Chair of Citizens Advice Bournemouth Matthew Moore, Senior Partner at Gales Solicitors in Bournemouth, has overseen the successful merger of Citizens Advice Bournemouth with Citizens Advice Christchurch and Citizens Advice Poole, formerly 3 separate organisations. Matthew advised, “This has meant a considerable amount of time, effort and commitment over ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 03, 2019

Jamie Lane joins Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants to support entrepreneurs

Top 20 accountancy firm Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants has today announced that Jamie Lane will join the firm as a Partner, based in its Bournemouth Office, with effect from 3rd June. Jamie joins from Smith & Williamson’s Southampton Office, where he spent 15 years, latterly as a partner, supporting entrepreneurs in ...

By Kate Shaw
May 31, 2019

Hotel Collingwood – The Highest Rated 3* Hotel in Bournemouth!

The family run Hotel Collingwood, on Priory Road in Bournemouth, has been awarded the accolade by the AA of the highest rated 3* Hotel in Bournemouth! An AA Inspector gave high praise in her feedback and advised, “It was a pleasure to visit Hotel Collingwood for this AA overnight inspection. ...

By Kate Shaw
May 23, 2019

New summer menu, with an American twist, is launched at Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier!

Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier has launched a new summer menu, with an American twist, which is impressing locals and visitors alike! Key West’s General Manager advised, “We are super proud of our summer menu. I’ve previously worked in Florida and have always been keen that our ...

By Kate Shaw
May 20, 2019

Talented entrepreneurs share innovative ideas at Saffery’s dinner

Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants hosted their 3rd annual entrepreneurs’ dinner which took place at the Chewton Glen Hotel. They invited a group of eminent, ambitious and talented entrepreneurial clients to join them to discuss and debate the results of the newly published Saffery Champness Entrepreneurial Global Survey.The survey is carried out ...

By Kate Shaw
May 20, 2019

Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Centre host Dorset Tourism Awards sponsors and former winners

The Dorset Heavy Horse Farm Centre in Verwood hosted the Dorset Tourism Awards (DTA) sponsors and former winners’ lunch. Guests were treated to a tour of the award- winning farm centre and were wowed by all that they saw and heard. DTA headline sponsors, Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants attended and ...

By Kate Shaw
May 09, 2019

LA Marine to sponsor the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show business-to-business lunch

LA Marine, the specialist shipping and marine team of the Bournemouth and Southampton based law firm Lester Aldridge, have announced their sponsorship of the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show(PHBS) business-to-business lunch. The lunch, which takes place on the opening day of the show (Friday 7th June), will see many of ...

By Kate Shaw
May 07, 2019

Powerboat Racing is coming to the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show!

Powerboat Racing is coming to the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show! Organisers of the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS), in association with Sunseeker, have announced that Power Boat Racing is to be a part of this year’s Show.The 2019 Fortitudo Property Poole Bay 100 Offshore Powerboat race marks the opening ...

By Kate Shaw
May 01, 2019

Innovative business solutions grabbing the attention of the Dorset Business Angels!

Innovative business solutions grabbing the attention of the Dorset Business Angels! Innovative business solutions from across the catering, cyber security, home design, broadband communications and dining out sectors, were pitched to the Dorset Business Angels (DBA) in a bid to grab the attention of the savvy Angel investors. Five businesses ...

By Kate Shaw
May 01, 2019

Poole Harbour Boat Show has big eco ambitions!

Poole Harbour Boat Show has big eco ambitions! Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS), in association with Sunseeker, has big eco ambitions for its upcoming annual boat show and is showing its commitment to marine conservation. Poole Harbour Boat Show Marketing Manager Tracy Payne advised, “We are eliminating our use of single-use ...

By Kate Shaw
May 01, 2019

It’s May Madness on Bournemouth Pier – Half price offers for locals on the Zip Wire and RockReef Clip ‘n Climb!

It’s May Madness on Bournemouth Pier – Half price offers for locals on the Zip Wire and RockReef Clip ‘n Climb! It has officially been declared ‘May Madness’ on Bournemouth Pier as spectacular half price offers have been introduced to help locals zip in to Spring! The offers are running ...

By Kate Shaw
Apr 29, 2019

Natasha at Coleman Marine Insurance recognised for exam successes

Coleman Marine Account Handler, Natasha Ford has been praised by Examination Officers of the Insurance Institute of Southampton. Natasha completed her Advanced Diploma in Insurance in September 2018 and recently learnt that she achieved the ‘best’ pass in the Insurance Institute of Southampton catchment area. She was subsequently invited to ...

By ktpr.co.uk
Apr 23, 2019

Cruising the Coast – Dorset Magazine, May edition

Four keen local sailors share some favourite local haunts where they like to anchor up download pdf of article download pdf of article

By Kate Shaw
Apr 16, 2019

Marina exhibitor spaces sell out for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show!

Marina exhibitor spaces sell out for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show! Marina exhibitor spaces for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS), which takes place from 7th-9th June, have sold out! Delighted event organisers advised, “The Show is really bucking the trend in terms of regional boat shows and we ...

By Kate Shaw
Apr 09, 2019

Investors urged to book places at Dorset Business Angels April Pitch event in Bournemouth

Investors urged to book places at Dorset Business Angels April Pitch event in Bournemouth Dorset Business Angels (DBA) have announced the date for their next investors’ pitch event which will take place on Monday 29th April at the Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth Carlton and is urging potential investors to book a place at ...

By Kate Shaw
Apr 09, 2019

Poole High School partners with the Poole Harbour Boat Show

Poole High School partners with the Poole Harbour Boat Show Poole High School has joined forces with the Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS) with the school community planning to get involved and make a positive contribution to the popular boat show. The fifth annual Poole Harbour Boat Show, in association ...

By Kate Shaw
Apr 04, 2019

Head to Bournemouth Pier this Easter for fun and adventure and make use of the newly launched ‘Ultimate Adventure Ticket!

The team at Bournemouth Pier are urging locals and visitors to head down to Bournemouth Pier this Easter holiday for a thrilling, fun-filled, family adventure. Marketing Manager Sarah Hunter advised, “Go climbing in RockReef or challenge yourself with a ride on PierZip, the world’s first pier to shore zip wire. ...

By Kate Shaw
Apr 02, 2019

Sunseeker announced as returning headline sponsor for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show

Sunseeker announced as returning headline sponsor for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show Sunseeker has been announced as the returning headline sponsor for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show, continuing its support for the popular and growing event for the fifth consecutive year. The Poole Harbour Boat Show takes place ...

By Kate Shaw
Mar 26, 2019

Dawsons B & O in Westbourne recognised by Bang & Olufsen worldwide – an innovative business ever evolving with the times

Dawsons B & O in Westbourne recognised by Bang & Olufsen worldwide – an innovative business ever evolving with the times Dawsons / BANG & OLUFSEN on Poole Road in Westbourne has received the accolade of a ‘Bang & Olufsen Top 50 Store in the World’. Receiving the award Dawson’s MD ...

By Kate Shaw
Mar 21, 2019

Set Sail for the 5th Poole Harbour Boat Show! 7th – 9th June

Set Sail for the 5th Poole Harbour Boat Show! 7th – 9th June The fifth annual Poole Harbour Boat Show, in association with Sunseeker, will return to our shores this June, from its award-winning home, the Poole Quay Boat Haven. With over 32,000 people in attendance in 2018 the Show, ...

By Kate Shaw
Mar 18, 2019

Expanding Coleman Marine Insurance team

Expanding Coleman Marine Insurance team Coleman Marine Insurance have welcomed on board two new members to their expanding team. Coleman Marine Insurance are the specialist Marine division of award- winning insurance brokers, Stackhouse Poland. Regional Sales Director, Steve Risk advised, “We are delighted to welcome Lisa Price & Jessica Green ...

By Kate Shaw
Mar 12, 2019

Cromer Pier to host iconic 60s vintage festival – opening with The Searchers Farewell Tour!

Cromer Pier to host iconic 60s vintage festival – opening with The Searchers Farewell Tour! Cromer Pier in Norfolk, home to the world’s only full season ‘end of pier’ variety show, is to host an iconic 60s festival, inspired by all things vintage, from 28th – 30th March. The festival ...

By Kate Shaw
Mar 12, 2019

Rockley Watersports become partners of the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show in a bid to get visitors ‘on the water’, 7th – 9th June

Rockley Watersports become partners of the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show in a bid to get visitors ‘on the water’, 7th – 9th June Rockley Watersports, which has bases in Poole Harbour, the Midlands and France, has been announced as a brand- new partner of the Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS) and ...

By Kate Shaw
Mar 11, 2019

Ellis Jones Solicitors come on board as new Dorset Business Angels sponsors and partners

Ellis Jones Solicitors come on board as new Dorset Business Angels sponsors and partners Dorset Business Angels (DBA), which is part of the UK Business Angels Network (UKBAA), have announced Bournemouth based Ellis Jones Solicitors as a new sponsorship partner. DBA Don McQueen advised, “DBA’s reputation continues to go from ...

By Kate Shaw
Mar 05, 2019

Stackhouse Poland publish a report on the Cyber Security landscape for SMEs in the UK today

Stackhouse Poland publish a report on the Cyber Security landscape for SMEs in the UK today Stackhouse Poland has published a report on the Cyber Security landscape for SMEs in the UK today, following a nationwide survey of over 1,000 participants. With major data breaches, Cyber-attacks and changes in data ...

By Kate Shaw
Mar 04, 2019

Mums can zip for free on Mother’s Day!

Mums can zip for free on Mother’s Day! Bournemouth Pier is home to RockReef’s PierZip and is once again offering the popular free zip wire rides to mums on Mother’s Day. The attraction, which opened back in 2014, has proven to be a ‘must-visit’ destination and activity for locals and ...

By Kate Shaw
Mar 04, 2019

Poole Harbour Commissioners support Vendee Globe racer Pip Hare

Poole Harbour Commissioners support Vendee Globe racer Pip Hare Poole Harbour Commissioners (PHC) is supporting Vendee Globe competitor, Pip Hare. The successful sailor and marine journalist, who hails from Poole, will be lining up in November 2020, along with 30 international skippers to single-handedly race her 60ft boat around the ...

By Kate Shaw
Feb 26, 2019

Nominate a young person for an amazing free 5- night sea voyage with the Ocean Youth Trust South!

Nominate a young person for an amazing free 5- night sea voyage with the Ocean Youth Trust South! Poole Harbour Commissioners (PHC) run the Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS) and have chosen Ocean Youth Trust South (OYT South) as their charity partner of the year for the 2019 Poole Harbour ...

By Kate Shaw
Feb 21, 2019

SEASONAL JOBS RECRUITMENT DAYS ON BOURNEMOUTH PIER!

SEASONAL JOBS RECRUITMENT DAYS ON BOURNEMOUTH PIER! Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier is hosting two seasonal jobs recruitment days on Friday 1st March 4pm – 7pm and Saturday 2nd March 10am – 1pm. Bournemouth Pier Marketing Manager Sarah Hunter advised, “We’ve got lots of varied opportunities with ...

By Kate Shaw
Feb 20, 2019

Dorset businesses successfully grabbing the attention of the Angels for investment

Dorset businesses successfully grabbing the attention of the Angels for investment Innovative business solutions, from across a diverse mix of industry sectors, were pitched to the Dorset Business Angels (DBA) in a bid to grab the attention of the astute Angel investors. Enthusiasm and inspiration were demonstrated in abundance at ...

By Kate Shaw
Feb 13, 2019

Marina Exhibitor sales flying for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show!

Marina exhibitor sales for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS), which takes place from 7th-9th June, are breaking previous event records and organisers are urging interested exhibitor companies to get in touch in order not to miss out on being a part of the popular boat show. Poole Harbour Commissioner’s ...

By Kate Shaw
Feb 11, 2019

Preparing your boat for the season ahead!

Preparing your boat for the season ahead! Coleman Marine Insurance is offering practical advice to boat owners to ensure that their boats are in good condition for re-commissioning and getting back on to the water in the Spring. Yacht & Commercial Craft Development Manager, Tony Pauffley commented, “A lot of ...

By Kate Shaw
Feb 06, 2019

A flood prevention company, conversational marketing platform, food manufacturing company and business offering services to IT prepare to pitch to Dorset Business Angels in Bournemouth

A flood prevention company, conversational marketing platform, food manufacturing company and business offering services to IT prepare to pitch to Dorset Business Angels in Bournemouth Dorset Business Angels (DBA) have announced the date for their next investors’ pitch event which will take place on Monday 18th February at the Hallmark ...

By Kate Shaw
Feb 05, 2019

Half term February fun at RockReef on Bournemouth Pier!

Half term February fun at RockReef on Bournemouth Pier! Half term week, 18th – 22nd February, will see Bournemouth Pier welcoming lots of families and young people to RockReef indoor climbing activity attraction. The popular venue is based on adventure sports and features 28 Clip ‘n Climb fun indoor climbing walls. There’s ...

By Kate Shaw
Jan 31, 2019

KTPR celebrates 5 years in business!

“KTPR celebrates 5 years in business!” Kate Shaw of KTPR in Bournemouth is marking and celebrating the 5th anniversary of her business. Kate enthused, “I’m thrilled that Nathan Ake has joined me in marking the 5th birthday of KTPR. Nathan is of course AFC Bournemouth’s iconic number 5 and what better person ...

By Kate Shaw
Jan 30, 2019

Simplify Consulting seeking out corporate teams and sponsorship partners for charity golf day in a bid to raise £10,000 for Wessex Cancer Trust

Simplify Consulting seeking out corporate teams and sponsorship partners for charity golf day in a bid to raise £10,000 for Wessex Cancer Trust Simplify Consulting are seeking out sponsorship partners and corporate teams to join in their annual charity golf day. This year’s event will be taking place at Dudsbury ...

By Kate Shaw
Jan 28, 2019

New American-influenced menu launched at Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier!

New American-influenced menu launched at Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier! Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier has launched an exciting new American-influenced menu which is going down a storm in the winter weeks! Key West’s General Manager advised, “We are super proud of our new ...

By Kate Shaw
Jan 18, 2019

The Beaulieu Estate appoints Saffery Champness

The Beaulieu Estate appoints Saffery Champness Saffery Champness LLP has been appointed as accountants to the Beaulieu Estate, a prestigious Hampshire based family attraction. Saffery Champness’ audit senior manager Nigel Ballard explained, “We are delighted to have been appointed to provide pro-active accountancy and taxation advice to Beaulieu Enterprises Ltd ...

By Kate Shaw
Jan 18, 2019

Gales Solicitors urge employers to look at how they can prepare for changes to family friendly rights laws

Gales Solicitors urge employers to look at how they can prepare for changes to family friendly rights laws Gales Solicitors is urging employers to look at how they can prepare for changes to family friendly rights laws which they advise will continue to be a hot topic in 2019, both ...

By Kate Shaw
Jan 16, 2019

Safferys building team for the new generation of business advisors

Safferys building team for the new generation of business advisors The team at Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants in Bournemouth has expanded over the last year, with a particular recruitment focus on school leavers and graduates. Bournemouth Office Partner Liz Brierley advised, “Our concentration on providing quality advice and service continues ...

By Kate Shaw
Jan 11, 2019

Be romanced on Bournemouth Pier by Valentine’s evening Michael Bublé tribute act

Be romanced on Bournemouth Pier by Valentine’s evening Michael Bublé tribute act Celebrate Valentine’s evening at Key West West Bar & Grill with tickets to a three course dinner and musical entertainment from the talented Michael Bublé tribute act, Wayne Swift. Wayne’s mix of swing and pop promises to get ...

By Kate Shaw
Jan 10, 2019

Off-plan apartment sales reach 75% at Jackson Developments’ site in Highcliffe!

Off-plan apartment sales reach 75% at Jackson Developments’ site in Highcliffe! The team at Jackson Developments are reflecting on an extremely positive sales period at their Marella site in Highcliffe where over 75% of the new apartments have been sold off- plan. The stunning cliff-top, private gated development consists of ...

By Kate Shaw
Dec 14, 2018

Celebrate the New Year in ‘Casino Royale’ style at Key West on Bournemouth Pier!

Celebrate the New Year in ‘Casino Royale’ style at Key West on Bournemouth Pier! Dance your way in to the New Year at the Casino Royale New Years Eve Party at Key West on Bournemouth Pier! Key West will be transformed and you will be fully immersed in to a ...

By Kate Shaw
Dec 13, 2018

Collectible Investments – Stackhouse Poland interview in January 2019 edition of Dorset Magazine

By Kate Shaw
Dec 13, 2018

QuoStar choose Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants to assist in the growth of the business

QuoStar choose Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants to assist in the growth of the business Leading technology consultancy QuoStar has chosen Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants as its advisors as part of its ambitious plans to grow the business. QuoStar delivers technical consultancy, IT support and outsourcing, IT solutions and cloud services to ...

By Kate Shaw
Dec 11, 2018

Dorset Business Angels reflects on raising and facilitating investments in excess of £2.5million since its formation in 2013

Dorset Business Angels reflects on raising and facilitating investments in excess of £2.5million since its formation in 2013 Dorset Business Angels (DBA) have been reflecting on their raising and facilitating of investments in excess of £2.5 million since the organisation’s formation in 2013. Its vision has always been to turn ...

By Kate Shaw
Dec 06, 2018

Boxing Day Zip Wire for just £10 – the alternative Christmas gift!

Boxing Day Zip Wire for just £10 – the alternative Christmas gift! How about a Boxing Day zip wire challenge for you and the family?! Switch off the TV and head to Bournemouth Pier to inject some fun and excitement in to your Boxing Day this year with a single ...

By Kate Shaw
Dec 04, 2018

New Corporate Tax Manager joins expanding team at Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants

New Corporate Tax Manager joins expanding team at Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants Richard Meller has joined Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants in Bournemouth as a new Corporate Tax Manager. Richard joins the expanding team in an advisory capacity and brings with him 18 years of experience as a chartered accountant ...

By Kate Shaw
Dec 03, 2018

SAFFERY CHAMPNESS ACTS IN PDQ SALE

SAFFERY CHAMPNESS ACTS IN PDQ SALE The Bournemouth office of Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants has acted on behalf of the shareholders of PDQ Group Limited, based in Fordingbridge, Hampshire, in its sale to Fastener Distribution Holdings, a US-based distributor hardware and replacement parts to the aerospace industry, for an undisclosed ...

By Kate Shaw
Nov 30, 2018

Award winning Stackhouse Poland urge businesses to take part in Cyber Security survey

Award winning Stackhouse Poland urge businesses to take part in Cyber Security survey Stackhouse Poland, a market leading independent insurance broker and risk adviser, is keen to know what UK businesses think about cyber security. Recently crowned best commercial broker to the SME/Mid Corporate market at the British Insurance Awards, ...

By ktpr.co.uk
Nov 29, 2018

Saffery Champness Accountants supporting local hotel brands

Saffery Champness supporting local hotel brands – Dorset Business Magazine December 2018

By Kate Shaw
Nov 23, 2018

Saffery Champness discuss recent unsuccessful HMRC appeal to overturn determination on Business Property Relief in livery case

Saffery Champness discuss recent unsuccessful HMRC appeal to overturn determination on Business Property Relief in livery case The Upper Tribunal yesterday dismissed the appeal by HMRC against the determination last year in favour of representatives of the estate of the late Maureen Vigne. In that case the First Tier Tribunal (FTT) had ...

By Kate Shaw
Nov 20, 2018

Gales Solicitors respond to research which shows that two-thirds of parents make no legal provision for kids

Gales Solicitors respond to research which shows that two-thirds of parents make no legal provision for kids Research from Direct Line Life Insurance shows that 65% of parents have made no legal provision for who would raise their children if they were no longer able to. It was also found ...

By Kate Shaw
Nov 12, 2018

Dean Shaw welcomed to Coleman Marine Insurance team

Coleman Marine Insurance has welcomed a new member of staff to its Sales team. Dean Shaw joins the thriving business as Yacht & Marine trade development Sales Executive. He brings with him a wealth of marine insurance experience, having worked in the sector for 14 years. Coleman Marine Insurance are ...

By Kate Shaw
Nov 12, 2018

Poole Harbour Commissioners choose Ocean Youth Trust South as their charity partner for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show

Poole Harbour Commissioners run the Poole Harbour Boat Show(PHBS) and have chosen Ocean Youth Trust South (OYT South) as their charity partner of the year for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show. Ocean Youth Trust South provides residential voyages called, ‘Adventure Under Sail’ as a personal development opportunity for young ...

By Kate Shaw
Nov 12, 2018

RockReef and Pier Zip on Bournemouth Pier win Gold and Silver at the Dorset Tourism Awards

The team at RockReef and the PierZip on Bournemouth Pier are in jubilant mood after winning some fantastic accolades at the Dorset Tourism Awards which took place at The Lighthouse in Poole on 8th November. A record 72 trophies were presented to tourism businesses from across Dorset at the 2018 Dorset ...

By Kate Shaw
Nov 09, 2018

The team that brought ‘Dippy to Dorset’ win outstanding contribution to Dorset Tourism at Awards ceremony

The team that brought ‘Dippy to Dorset’ took the accolade of ‘Outstanding Contribution to Tourism’ award which was announced at the Dorset Tourism Awards at The Lighthouse in Poole on November 8th. The Dorset Tourism Awards, which is in its 6th year, hosted its largest awards ceremony to date, an event ...

By Kate Shaw
Nov 07, 2018

Employment lawyer to be based at Tuckton office of Gales Solicitors

Gales Solicitor’s employment lawyer, Sarah England, has moved over to the new Tuckton offices, following the recent merger of Robert Wrynne Solicitors and Gales Solicitors. The Tuckton office is now known as Robert Wrynne Solicitors, incorporating Gales Solicitors. Sarah, who has worked in the business for over 10 years will ...

By Kate Shaw
Nov 06, 2018

Companies set to pitch solutions to Dorset Business Angels

Dorset Business Angels (DBA) have announced the date for their next investors’ pitch event which will take place on Monday 26th November at the Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth Carlton and is urging potential investors to book a place at the popular event. DBA Chairman Don McQueen advises, “We are delighted at ...

By Kate Shaw
Nov 05, 2018

Be inspired with Christmas Gift Vouchers for RockReef and the PierZip on Bournemouth Pier!

Bournemouth Pier is reminding Christmas shoppers that a gift voucher for RockReef or PierZip will make the perfect, unique festive treat for that special person in your life. Marketing Manager Sarah Hunter advised, “If you are looking for a unique Christmas gift and and want to give your loved one ...

By Kate Shaw
Nov 05, 2018

Gales Solicitors look at whether you can still get divorced

Matthew Moore, Senior Partner at Gales Solicitors in Bournemouth looks at the recent case where a woman was denied her divorce. Like many women whose marriage has broken down she relied on the grounds of her husband’s unreasonable behaviour. For many years the courts have taken weak grounds for divorce ...

By Kate Shaw
Oct 31, 2018

It’s ‘Nutty November’ on Bournemouth Pier – HALF PRICE Offers on the Zip Wire, climbing at RockReef and Kids Eat Free at Key West Bar & Grill!

‘Nutty November’ has landed on Bournemouth Pier as spectacular half price offers have been introduced to help locals beat the winter blues! The nutty offers are running from Thursday 1st November to Friday 30th November. Zip Wire flights will be available from just £7.50 and RockReef Indoor climbing activities start at only ...

By Kate Shaw
Oct 30, 2018

Saffery Champness host Autumn Post Budget breakfast in Bournemouth

Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants hosted their 2018 Autumn post Budget breakfast at The Village Hotel in Bournemouth. They presented to a packed room of guests, representing businesses and the professional communities of Bournemouth and Poole. Saffery Partner, Nick Fernyhough opened the event and referred to the fact that, buoyed by ...

By Kate Shaw
Oct 29, 2018

Additional Christmas Party Night added at Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier!

Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier has organised an additional Christmas ‘Party Night’ for Friday 7th December after their 15th December ‘Party Night’ date sold out! They are urging people to book early and not miss out on this additional party opportunity. Marketing Manager Sarah Hunter advised, “Our ‘join ...

By Kate Shaw
Oct 29, 2018

Saffery Champness sponsor Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) & Bournemouth Property Association (BPA) Gala Dinner

Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants in Bournemouth were the headline sponsor for the RICS & BPA Gala Dinner which took place at the Highclliffe Marriott Hotel in Bournemouth. Over 150 property professionals attended and were entertained by after-dinner speaker, Radio 4’s Alfie Moore who was a huge hit with his audience. ...

By Kate Shaw
Oct 24, 2018

Chancellor’s budget unlikely to deliver tax concessions to rural sector given looming EU exit costs says Saffery Champness

What can be predicted for the Chancellor’s Budget on 29 October is that it will be light on giveaways and heavy on any measures that can scrape more into the Treasury war chest, particularly with the cost of Brexit, possibly with an additional year of payments to the EU, looming. ...

By Kate Shaw
Oct 17, 2018

Abolishment of tribunal fees leads to significant increase in claims – Gales Solicitors urge caution and care to businesses

The Ministry of Justice has published the tribunal statistics for April to June 2018 and they show a significant 165% increase on the number of single claims when compared with the numbers of claims lodged in the same quarter last year. Sarah England, Employment Lawyer at Gales Solicitors in Bournemouth ...

By Kate Shaw
Oct 16, 2018

Half term fun at RockReef on Bournemouth Pier!

School half term week, which runs from 22nd – 26th October, will see RockReef indoor activity climbing attraction welcoming lots of families seeking out fun and adventure on Bournemouth Pier. RockReef will have all its indoor activities open 7 days a week, from 10am until 7pm (last session 5:30pm). The popular attraction ...

By Kate Shaw
Oct 10, 2018

Gales Solicitors promote Free Wills Month and urges clients to ensure that their wills accurately reflect their wishes

Gales Solicitors is taking part in the national initiative ‘Free Wills Month’. The scheme, which takes place every October, is backed by charities and solicitors ask their clients to consider leaving a donation to a chosen cause when they die. The Free Wills Month campaign is aimed at people aged ...

By Kate Shaw
Oct 01, 2018

Saffery Champness volunteer for Bournemouth beach litter pick

Staff from Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants volunteered for a litter pick on Bournemouth beach, after work on Friday evening. The group of 13 keen volunteers spent nearly 2 hours on the beach, cleaning up the area to the west of Bournemouth Pier and under the Pier. Organised by Saffery staff ...

By Kate Shaw
Oct 01, 2018

Exhibitor sales are open for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show

Exhibitor sales for the 2019 Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS) are now open and organisers are urging interested exhibitor companies to get in touch to secure the best spaces. Poole Harbour Commissioner’s Marinas Manager Kerrie Gray advised, “We have had a phenomenal initial response with lots of our 2018 exhibitors ...

By Kate Shaw
Sep 27, 2018

Medical science company, venue booking service, business connecting donors to charities and fitness company pitch to Dorset Business Angels

Dorset Business Angels (DBA) hosted their quarterly investors’ pitch event and welcomed four incredibly diverse pitches to present to the savvy Angel investors. Creating the Airbnb for venue space A venue booking platform, whose proud claim is that they are building the Airbnb for venue space, took to the floor ...

By Kate Shaw
Sep 21, 2018

The importance of uniting your team for increased productivity!

Businesses across the country are increasing their investment in employees as part of their wider CSR activities. RockReef Climbing activity attraction on Bournemouth Pier has long recognised the importance of team building as being productive for both employees and the businesses in which they work. Simon Catley, Business Development Manager ...

By Kate Shaw
Sep 19, 2018

RockReef on Bournemouth Pier renews partnership with Bournemouth Rugby club and sponsors U’9’s Rugby Team

RockReef indoor climbing activity attraction on Bournemouth Pier has renewed its successful partnership with Bournemouth Rugby Club and become sponsors of its U’9’s Rugby Team for the 2018/19 season. RockReef Marketing Manager, Sarah Hunter advised, “We’re really proud to be supporting the local community by sponsoring Bournemouth Rugby Club again. ...

By Kate Shaw
Sep 13, 2018

Medical science company, venue booking service and business connecting donors to charities to pitch to Dorset Business Angels

Dorset Business Angels (DBA) have announced the date for their next investors’ pitch event which will take place on Monday 24thSeptember at the Hallmark Hotel Bournemouth Carlton and is urging potential investors to book a place at the popular event. DBA Chairman Don McQueen advises, “As ever, we have three ...

By Kate Shaw
Sep 11, 2018

Hold your Private Christmas party on Bournemouth Pier!

Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier is available for private hire for Christmas parties and is advising local businesses and groups to book early to avoid disappointment. Marketing Manager Sarah Hunter advised, “We are offering a fantastic choice of dishes and options to suit all party sizes & ...

By Kate Shaw
Sep 11, 2018

Ex Michael Schumacher 1992 Benetton B192 Formula 1 car to be exhibited at Motors By The Sea Festival on Sunday 16thSeptember.

Lorina McLaughlin, one of the UK’s most successful female drivers, who currently drives the ex Michael Schumacher 1992 Benetton B192 Formula 1 car is bringing it to Bournemouth to exhibit at the Motors By The Sea Festival. Lorina’s Benetton will be displayed at Boscombe Precinct for one day of the ...

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Sep 06, 2018

Stackhouse Poland’s annual golf day takes place in aid of the Macmillan Unit of Christchurch Hospital.

Stackhouse Poland employees hosted their annual Charity Golf Day. In the last 15 years these golf days have raised in excess of £60,000 for local charities. This year’s event took place at Remedy Oak Golf Club, raising funds for the ‘Macmillan Caring Locally’ charity which is a specialist palliative care ...

By Kate Shaw
Sep 06, 2018

Fifth Gear motoring presenter, Tiff Needell, confirmed as guest speaker at Motors By The Sea Gala Dinner!

The motoring presenter and former racing driver, Tiff Needell, has been confirmed as the guest speaker at the Motors By The Sea Gala Dinner which takes place on Saturday 15th September at the Hallmark Bournemouth Carlton Hotel. Tiff presents the popular motoring show Fifth Gear alongside Vicki Butler-Henderson,Jason Plato and Jonny Smith. ...

By Kate Shaw
Aug 31, 2018

Motors By The Sea Festival is coming to Bournemouth!

The Motors By The Sea Festival is coming to Bournemouth from 14th – 16th September. Promising to deliver a fantastic spectacle for car enthusiasts, fun for the local community and families and to promote Boscombe’s lively and bohemian atmosphere. The FREE festival brings an eclectic mix of events, workshops, exhibitors ...

By Kate Shaw
Aug 30, 2018

Saffery Champness wins Ellis Jones Solicitors as a full service client

The Bournemouth office of national Chartered Accountants, Saffery Champness LLP, has welcomed a significant client win, having been appointed by Ellis Jones Solicitors LLP to look after all aspects of its accounting and taxation affairs. Lead consultant, Andrew Alder advised, “We have enjoyed working with Ellis Jones in a limited ...

By ktpr.co.uk
Aug 28, 2018

The World’s newest cruise berth in Poole Harbour – Dorset Magazine, September 2018 edition

By ktpr.co.uk
Aug 28, 2018

Saffery Champness Accountants in Dorset Magazine – September 2018 edition

By Kate Shaw
Aug 28, 2018

Join a Christmas Party Night at Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier!

After last year’s successful event, Key West Bar & Grill on Bournemouth Pier is urging people to book early and not miss out on the opportunity to join their Christmas ‘Party Night’ on Saturday 15th December. Marketing Manager Sarah Hunter advised, “Our ‘join a party night’ event is the perfect ...

By Kate Shaw
Aug 28, 2018

Fly below the Red Arrows at the Bournemouth Air Festival!

Fancy flying over Bournemouth beach at the same time as the Red Arrows?! Bournemouth Pier is home to the world’s first pier to shore zip wire and visitors and locals are being urged not to miss out on this opportunity to zip surf over the waves from the tower at ...

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