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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 ...

By e2z.co.uk.admin
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 ...

By Kate Shaw
Aug 06, 2018

Stackhouse Poland wins ‘Commercial Lines Broker of the Year’ Award at the British Insurance Awards

Stackhouse Poland were announced as Commercial Lines Brokers of the Year at the British Insurance Awards, in the category SME/Mid-Corporate. The prestigious industry awards recognise excellence in the insurance sector and took place at the Royal Albert Hall in July. The coveted award was collected by Stackhouse Poland CEO, Tim ...

By Kate Shaw
Aug 06, 2018

Owners of unique and special vehicles urged to register to display at the inaugural ‘Motors By The Sea’ Festival in Bournemouth

Owners of unique and special vehicles are being urged to register to join in the displays at the inaugural ‘Motors By The Sea’ Festival in Bournemouth. It takes place from 14th to 16th September 2018, with the main community-focused events on the Saturday and Sunday in Boscombe Precinct. The Festival ...

By Kate Shaw
Aug 01, 2018

Seeking to change the future of the financial services industry by attracting young talent

A project called the ‘Future of Advice’, involving Bournemouth University (BU), The Personal Finance Society (PFS), Simplify Consulting and FP Wealth Management (FPWM), is seeking to change the future of the financial services industry. The collaboration of organisations was created with the clear aim of attracting young talent in to ...

By Kate Shaw
Aug 01, 2018

Gales Solicitors merges with Robert Wrynne Solicitors in Tuckton

Gales Solicitors, the family law firm based in Winton, has announced its merger with Robert Wrynne Solicitors in Tuckton which will now be known as Gales Solicitors incorporating Robert Wrynne Solicitors. An official opening of the newly named Tuckton office took place and the Mayor of Bournemouth, Councillor Derek Borthwick ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 19, 2018

Bournemouth Coastal BID and Paragon Skills to host Boscombe’s brand new vehicle festival – ‘Motors By The Sea’

Bournemouth Coastal Business Improvement District (BID) and apprenticeship training provider, Paragon Skills will be working together to host and co-sponsor Boscombe’s brand new vehicle festival, ‘Motors By The Sea’. It takes place from 14th to 16th September 2018. The Festival aims to bring the local community together and promises to deliver a ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 19, 2018

New photo system installed at the top of the PierZip tower on Bournemouth Pier to allow unique ‘selfies’ of zip wire flights

A new photo system has been installed at the top of the 80- foot zip wire tower on Bournemouth Pier which allows users to have ‘selfie’ pictures taken prior to launching themselves down the zip wire. The system also takes action photos showing zip surfers ‘in flight’ on their zip ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 16, 2018

Ocean Brothers at the Poole Harbour Boat Show Lunch

Poole Harbour Commissioners hosted the Poole Harbour Boat Show Business-2-business lunch at the Hotel Du Vin in Poole, sponsored by Lester Aldridge. Poole Harbour Boat Show was officially opened by the Ocean Brothers – Dr Greg Bailey and Jude Massey who have recently returned to the UK after their fundraising ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 10, 2018

RockReef provides solutions for essential Key stage 1 & 2 school curriculum activities

RockReef indoor adventure climbing activity attraction on Bournemouth Pier has introduced new educational lesson plans entitled ‘Curriculum Climbers’, for Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2 learning in Primary & Junior schools. The lesson plans, designed to get school children more active, are intended to help schools deliver elements of ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 09, 2018

Saffery Champness Accountants win numerous new charity client accounts

Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants have had some significant client ‘wins’ in the charitable sector and welcome Diverse Abilities, Lewis-Manning Hospice, Social Care in Action, Pramacare and The Tank Museum to their books. Senior Partner Nick Fernyhough advised, “These recent wins add to our substantial charity client base and make us ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 05, 2018

Gales Solicitors celebrates its 70th birthday!

Gales Solicitors in Winton in Bournemouth has celebrated its 70th birthday with a celebratory drinks and supper event held at The Cottonwood Boutique Hotel in Bournemouth. The event included all staff and welcomed back former staff members too. Conor Burns MP was invited to join the celebrations and was asked to ...

By Kate Shaw
Jul 03, 2018

Stackhouse Poland shortlisted in the UK Broker Awards in the Cyber Broker category

Stackhouse Poland has been shortlisted in the UK Broker Awards 2018 in the Cyber Broker category. Oliver Thorne, Managing Director, Commercial and Community, Stackhouse Poland advised, “We are delighted to be a finalist in the UK Broker Awards for Cyber Broker of the Year. Our award entry focused on our ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 22, 2018

Technology companies impress Dorset Business Angels investors at pitch event

Dorset Business Angels (DBA) held their quarterly pitch event on Monday 11th June at the Royal Bath Hotel in Bournemouth and were treated to a diverse mix of pitches for the Angel investors to consider and contemplate for investment. The technology pitches definitely impressed the most with the drone and ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 21, 2018

IT specialist joins Real Recruitment Solutions to support growing IT industry

Real Recruitment Solutions have appointed an IT recruitment specialist to provide support to the growing digital economy. Matt O’Reilly, a multi- talented and expert IT recruiter joins their successful Bournemouth based team. Matt has a wealth of experience and knowledge. His C.V boasts a degree in Computer Animation & Special ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 20, 2018

Pioneering HR peer group created for senior HR professionals by GlobusHR Consultancy Ltd & Gales Solicitors

A pioneering HR peer group has been created for senior HR professionals by GlobusHR Consultancy and Gales Solicitors. The group provides much needed peer support, training, specialist & expert employment advice, coaching and development for HR professionals. It is called the GlobusHR Advantage Group. Founded in 2017, the GlobusHR Advantage ...

By Kate Shaw
Jun 18, 2018

10 Reasons to Love Bournemouth

By Kate Shaw
Jun 12, 2018

Coleman Marine Insurance in conversation with exhibitors at the 4th Poole Harbour Boat Show

Coleman Marine Insurance were once again exhibitors and sponsors at the 4th Poole Harbour Boat Show (PHBS) which took place from Friday 8th – Sunday 10th June. Interest in the Show has risen significantly year on year and this year all exhibitor berths in the marina were sold out with ...

By ktpr.co.uk
May 31, 2018

Supporting Dorset’s innovators

Article from Dorset Business Magazine published June 2018 We recently interviewed Roger Wareham, a partner at Saffery Champness Chartered Accountants. Why do you feel it is important that Dorset remains a hub for innovative businesses? Over the last 5-10 years Bournemouth and Dorset has started to be recognised as a ...

By ktpr.co.uk
May 14, 2018

South Quay in Poole port is officially opened by Government Minister

South Quay in Poole port is officially opened by Government Minister South Quay in Poole Port has been officially opened by Government Minister, Jake Berry Parliamentary Under-secretary of State for Local Growth. The Minister was welcomed by Jim Stewart, CEO of Poole Harbour Commissioners and Chairman of the Dorset LEP ...

By ktpr.co.uk
May 01, 2018

How to tame your Dragon

Article for Dorset Magazine published June 2018 We recently interviewed Dorset Business Angels: Peter Eales, Frank Guinn, Don McQueen, James Paget and Max Wright for an article in Dorset Magazine. Want to know the secret of a great pitch? We asked some Dorset Business Angels to reveal what would tempt them ...

By ktpr.co.uk
May 01, 2018

Matthew Moore at Gales Solicitors is appointed Chairman of Winton Traders’ Association

Matthew Moore at Gales Solicitors is appointed Chairman of Winton Traders’ Association Matthew Moore, the senior partner at Gales Solicitors in Winton, has been appointed as the new chairman of the Winton Traders’ Association. He was voted in unanimously by the active traders’ association members at their AGM. Matthew advised, ...

By ktpr.co.uk
May 01, 2018

ESET opens new UK HQ in Bournemouth

ESET opens new UK HQ in Bournemouth to support ambitious growth plans ESET, the number 1 IT security vendor based in the European Union, has launched its new UK HQ in Bournemouth as part of its ambitious plans to grow the company in the UK over the coming years. ESET ...

By ktpr.co.uk
Apr 15, 2018

May Madness at Bournemouth Pier

“It’s May Madness on Bournemouth Pier – Half price offers for locals on the Zip Wire, RockReef and Key West Bar & Grill!” 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 ...

By ktpr.co.uk
Mar 28, 2018

London Boat Show: Coleman Insurance Brokers

“London Boat Show: Coleman Insurance Brokers catches up with some key players in the marine sector” A newly formatted London Boat Show took place from Wednesday 10th January to Sunday 14th January at the ExCel in London. This is an event which kicks off the 2018 European boating calendar and ...

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