HELPING A CUSTOMER FROM OUT OF THE AREA
Broken compressor at Asda metro centre!I got this customer away on his journey home down south and as it was just correcting his pressures then I decided this was my good deed for the day today. It goes a long way helping each other sometimes it's not always about making money and I was passing anyway for the sake of 3 mins to correct the tyre pressures its nice to be nice.Peter, TYRES2U (NE) LTD...
October 16, 2020WHY VIDEO MARKETING 'FOR THE MASSES' ISN'T ALWAYS SUCH A BAD IDEA . . .
So often when I’m in the initial stages of planning a project with a client, they’ll ask me whether they should be looking to target their video at a niche group of their business’s audience, or to ‘the masses’. And I always tell them the same thing - “it entirely depends on your business objective”. If you’re wanting to deliver a specific message tailored to a group of individuals, then the targeted approach is the best to consider. However, if you’re in the busine...
October 16, 2020LAND OF OAK & IRON STILL 'GOOD TO GO'
We're still 'Good to Go'! The Heritage Centre, café shrub and all our events and activities have been fully risk assessed and we are still Covid-19 compliant as a visitor attraction. Our heritage walks and workshops are classed as educational and/or outdoor physical activities - however, for everyone's comfort and peace of mind, each activity is pre booked with a very small group to enable social distancing at all times. When visiting we ask that you stay within your family 'bubble' of up...
October 16, 2020HAVE YOU BEEN TO THE POTTING SHED?
Willow Burn Hospice's new garden and gift shop, The Potting Shed, located at Willow Burn Hospice. Come along and see the treasures you can find, each visit will be different!All purchases for The Potting Shed can be made in the Willows Café.The shed was kindly funded by Durham Freemasons and Tesco Bags of Help....
October 16, 2020SOME DAYS YOUR TECHNOLOGY JUST WON'T DO AS IT'S TOLD!
This is me a few minutes before going live at Digital Drive County Durham Social Media Festival when my computer camera wouldn’t work. Thankfully Caroline Brown and Claude came to the rescue and I started my presentation on time!Thanks to everyone who came along, I thoroughly enjoyed it. Melanie, Elm Marketing Solutions...
October 16, 2020LOOKING TO EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS? DURHAMWORKS CAN HELP
DurhamWorks will work closely with you to find the right young person for the role you have available. They will support you as the employer and the young person in the early days of recruitment to ensure you both receive the training and advice needed to secure a successful candidate. If you own a SME business, you may be eligible for a DurhamWorks grant of up to £2,500. The grant is designed to help towards the salary cost of employing a 16 – 24 year old who is on DurhamWorks.&n...
October 16, 2020HOW TO CREATE A CORNOAVIRUS NHS QR CODE FOR YOUR VENUE
Just thought I’d highlight this, as I think it may be worthwhile you mailing this link out to the DBN membership? You can register for a free NHS Track and Trace poster with custom QR code. It's linked to your business premises in registration. CheersTony Liddell, Vindomora Solutions...
October 13, 2020NEW RULES FOR HOSPITALITY VENUES
Just a reminder that hospitality venues in England are legally required to enforce the rule of 6 or face a fine of up to £4,000.Designated businesses and organisations, including hospitality, close contact services and leisure venues, will also be legally required to log details of customers, visitors and staff for NHS Test and Trace and from Thursday 24 September they will be required to display official NHS QR code posters under law ahead of the NHS COVID-19 app being rolled out nationally. S...
October 13, 2020A LOOK BEHIND THE SCENES AT GEORDIES SIGNS
Our Roland RF 640 also known as ‘Baby Beast’ at work!Quick time-lapse of the process behind the scenes that not many of you see!Geordies Signs....
October 12, 2020MEET TANFIELD'S TWIZELL
Usually as part of our Heritage Open Days, we would have opened various behind the scenes areas of the railway up for guided tours, sadly this year we can't. BUT . . . we've made a selection of videos for you to enjoy instead! Here's Ian, our Engineering Manager explaining the history behind our 1891 built No.3, Twizell and the work required to keep these historic steam locomotives alive! The Team at The Tanfield Railway....
October 12, 2020GREAT OPPORTUNITIES AT GREAT ANNUAL SAVINGS GROUP
We've received a record number of applications for our vacancies, breaking our previous record set last month! And . . . we still have a tonne of opportunities! The past few months have seen the resourcing team busier than ever. In our latest blog, they share their tips for successful hiring during a pandemic. Check it out by clicking here....
October 12, 2020NEW OFFICES FOR TOOMEY LEGAL - BUT WHERE ARE THEY?
Plenty of space for social distancing. But can you guess where our new offices are? 5A Fergyspace, Northumberland Business Park, Cramlington, NE23 7RH.Sue, Toomey Legal...
October 12, 2020WE HAVE NEW UNIFORMS!
That’s right, the Visual Punch team now have brand new uniforms to wear loud and proud as we visit our clients or parade around ‘on set’ when we’re working. Previously, I’ve always looked to dress smartly for my clients, however, I’ve always felt I was missing out on a chance to really shout about the business I’m so proud to have created and the brand I’m developing.This is why I had these awesome t-shirts created so that no one could possibly mistake us for any other vide...
October 12, 2020WHY WAITING TOO LONG TO HELP OLDER FAMILY MEMBERS WITH THEIR FINANCES CAN BE DISASTROUS
You cannot set up a power of attorney once someone has lost the capacity to make decisions and instead have to apply for deputyship at the Court of Protection, which takes longer, costs more and limits how much you can do for them.A financial power of attorney allows a trusted family member or friend to act on behalf of someone whose mental capacity is in decline or who fears they may not be able to cope in the future. It is not a silver bullet, but it does help. You can fi...
October 12, 2020BEING KIND IS GOOD. BEING KIND TO YOURSELF IS ESSENTIAL!
Gillian's latest video can be viewed here....
October 9, 2020DID YOU SEE MAGS ON CHANNEL 4?
DBNs very own celebrity Mags Bradshaw was on a recent episode of Steph's Packed Lunch. How cool is that?“I was so excited to get the opportunity to be involved in a great new TV show on Channel 4. Steph’s Packed Lunch is a new lunchtime magazine show hosted by Steph McGovern looking at topical news items as well as cookery features, competitions and life stories. The show also has “lunch mates” otherwise known as the audience who are a small number due to Covid restrictions b...
October 9, 2020CHRISTMAS 2020 - RUSTICA, STANLEY
Christmas is about spending time with your loved ones and relaxing - that's why you should book up with Rustica's authentic Italian restaurant in Stanley and leave the cooking to us. Join us for the Festive Season Feel at home in Rustica this Christmas - a cosy, Italian tavern serving authentic cuisine. Put your feet up and enjoy something different and exciting this Christmas, with our Christmas lunch menu. We’ve got classic antipasti options to start, a selection of roast meat and...
October 9, 2020DITCH DEPARTMENT STORES AND WRAP UP ALL YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT SOUTH CAUSEY INN'S CHRISTMAS MARKETS!
Browse the fantastic selection of local Artisans and Traders, offering a plethora of Festive Treats and Treasures which simply cannot be found on the high street. From Fine Foods to Home Wares, Beauty products, Fashion, Arts and Crafts, and everything in between.If you would like to exhibit a stall at one of our Christmas Markets, please contact Sam on 07501 641 475 or Helen on 07825 447 574.We have accommodation available throughout the Christmas Season. For the best rates, please c...
October 9, 2020A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS AT BEAMISH HALL
An enchanted fairytale family experience for those who believe in the magic of Christmas. A Magical Christmas is an immersive theatrical experience for those who believe in the magic of Christmas. Within our Enchanted Woodland we have created a world filled with illuminations, music, interactive props, projections, and theatrical performers to lose yourself in. Along the elf hidden pathways our interactive sets have been specially commissioned for A Magical Christmas which means that this ...
October 9, 2020JACWICKS DESIGNS IS THE HOME OF AN ECLECTICE RANGE OF PRODUCTS
The Perch range are handmade waterproof sit-mats, which give bottoms protection from damp, dirty outdoor surfaces. Available in three sizes to suit all size bottoms. Perfect for outdoor activities. The Pocket Perch was shortlisted for Gift of the Year 2019. Loved by Country Walking magazine and national treasure John Craven. Fabwrap is an eco-friendly way to glamorously wrap gifts in two knots. Based on the Japanese art of Furoshiki, it’s easy to use and produce f...
October 8, 2020SWEET TREATS IN STORE WITH THE MINI MIXERS CHRISTMAS MENU FOR 2020
All available to pre-order now for collection on 23rd December. Just click here for more information.Charlotte, Mini Mixers...
October 8, 2020PERSONALISED PICTURE BOOKS & GREETING CARDS BY NORIKO
As you are buying directly from Noriko, these books can be personalised with a unique message of your choice such as ‘To Naomi’ or ‘To Steve on your 2nd birthday.’ For personalised messages, please leave your message (up to 30 characters long) on Order notes on the purchase page. The message will be written and signed in pen on the inside title page. Noriko, Noriko Matsubara Art...
October 8, 2020PHIL'S SELECTION BOX
You can treat everyone this year with gifts from Phil Benton. Whether it's his calendar highlighting the beauty of the North East, jig-saw puzzles featuring some of Phil's fabulous photos, greetings cards or coasters, Phil has gifts for everyone in his online shop. Just click here for some great gift ideas....
October 8, 2020AFTER DINNER OR ANYTIME TREAT! THE PERFECT GIFT FOR COFFEE LOVERS
Thanks for giving us the opportunity to spotlight any festive gifts. We will be launching a giftbox soon that would make an ideal personal or business gift. We will be retailing it at £24.95 and it will be available to buy on our website or at our café once we launch it. Our Durham Heritage Range Gift Box is designed with the adventurous in mind. Containing six different 100g bags of coffee (Castle Blend, The Dun Cow, Miner’s Gala, Prince Bishops, St. Cuthbert’s Journey &...
October 8, 2020CREATE YOUR CHRISTMAS WREATH AT THE LAND OF OAK & IRON
Get festive and creative with this popular workshop, which will show you how to weave with natural willow, developing skills and techniques to create your own willow based Christmas Wreath for your home. You will learn how to twist and weave a natural base from willow, then attach natural seasonal materials to create an eco friendly, welcoming wreath for your door this Christmas. Create your Christmas Wreath using just natural materials under the guidance of outdoor education leader and ex...
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