A striking ultra-illuminated display spanning more than 40m has been installed at Sports Direct’s headquarters in Nottinghamshire. Designed by shopfitting specialist Replan and produced by the retail graphic display experts from Leach, the industry-first installation has transformed an ordinary stairwell into a stunning nature exhibit. The idyllic scene – complete with perfect
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Ogden of Harrogate celebrates “engagement” with Harrogate International Festivals
One of the country’s best-known family jewellers is celebrating its engagement with a Harrogate arts charity. For Ogden of Harrogate – which last year celebrated its 125th anniversary – has formed a sparkling new partnership with Harrogate International Festivals. The James Street business, which has recently launched its new diamond collection of
Yorkshire chippy boss unwraps news of a “new cod” on the block in China
A North Yorkshire chippy that made national and international headlines last year as a must-visit destination for Chinese tourists could soon be opening in one of the country’s major southern cities. Tony Webster, the owner of Scotts Fish & Chips, has agreed a deal in principle with a consortium of Chinese
Garness Jones Residential unveils new look
Hull-based property specialists Garness Jones say an increasing focus on supporting people who are investing into the region’s residential lettings market has been the motivation for launching a new website and a subtle rebrand. Garness Jones Residential has grown steadily in recent years alongside the company’s long-standing commercial property operations, supporting
Leeds students create winning water bottle designs
Town centre businesses invited to Harrogate BID’s new monthly networking evenings
This Thursday will see the launch of a new networking group aimed specifically at businesses in Harrogate town centre. Harrogate BID Club, run by Harrogate BID (Business Improvement District), is being held between 5.30pm and 7pm on Thursday, June 20, at Hotel du Vin on West Park. Over the next five years,
Thirsk welcomes return of famers’ market
Thirsk is busy preparing for the return of the award winning Northern Dales Farmers’ market later this month. The market is one of the UK’s largest organisations of its kind, running local food markets at locations almost every weekend across North Yorkshire, Teesside and County Durham. Nigel Davison, market manager, and his
Harrogate BID puts town centre parking charges under spotlight
Parking charges in Harrogate town centre have come under the spotlight at a meeting between Harrogate BID (Business Improvement District) leaders and senior representatives from North Yorkshire County Council. BID chairman and interim manager, John Fox, called the summit in response to a survey conducted amongst town centre traders, where 70
Frenchgate celebrates further award success
Frenchgate Shopping Centre, Doncaster, is continuing to shine following yet another shortlisting for a national award. The centre, along with the UK’s leading mobile phone accessory company kiosk Mobilise Group, has been shortlisted for a prestigious Sceptre award in the short-term Retailer of the Year category. The shortlisting follows Frenchgate winning a
APP Construction in pole position with Pendragon PLC
Automotive retailer Pendragon Plc has rewarded Leeds-based APP Construction with another multi-million pound contract for a major dealership in the North West. Work starts on the new Porsche dealership and preparation facility in Stockport later this month. The contract is APP Construction's third for Pendragon, following the recent completion of a