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Farming and Agriculture

Posted on 04/02/201320/02/2025 by admin

Whether seeking machinery or something for the health of your livestock there are many services out there for the farming industry, check out the many businesses below to see if you can find what you require.

Euro Auctions

We are in the business of helping people buy and sell machinery, hassle free, quick and easy. For over 25 years we have been helping people sell machinery, last year alone we sold over 500 million pounds worth of equipment for our customers. With a global audience Euro Auctions are experts in getting the return you need.

Affordable Generators

Welcome to Affordable Generators, where reliability meets affordability. As your trusted source for efficient diesel generator solutions, we boast a diverse selection ranging from 50kVA to 275kVA.

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Hustler Equipment

Did you know? we are a 100% Kiwi-owned company, based in Hastings, Hawke’s Bay. Since 1961, we have been innovating, developing new products by rethinking the everyday.

We are proud to stand by the men and women who work hard every day to put food on our plates. Thank you to all the farmers!

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Ember Energy

If you are looking to generate clean, sustainable energy at your residential property or a commercial establishment, Ember Energy are your specialist solar panel installers in the UK. Contact Ember Energy now and change the way you power your business or home by harnessing the sun’s energy with our high quality solar panel installations.

Nemsa Mules

The North of England Mule is a cross-bred sheep sired by the Bluefaced Leicester ram with either a Swaledale or Northumberland type Blackface dam – all famed for their hardiness, thriftiness and longevity.

The North of England Mule is renowned for her ability to rear ample crops of lambs even under the harshest conditions with minimal attention, offering ease of shepherding.

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With coverage all over the UK, your advertising campaigns will reach your audience directly and conveniently. Built on a digital, subscriber platform every article, picture and advert is seen by our dedicated subscriber base with no waste, nor any paper environmental impact.

Southwest Steel Construction’s factory was built by ourselves to suit our needs and ensure that we provide safe, top-quality product for ourselves, as well as the customer. The main Factory is run by Steve Cleave Production Manager, who has many years’ experience in this position and has also worked with us for a long time now.

We have many Fabricators who work with us, all working to produce excellent standards, and pull together as a great team. Our team interacts well as we believe communication is the key to success.

Our Steel Framed Buildings are designed to an industrial specification with advanced machinery and high-quality products. We ensure that all the Fabricators have a safe and spacious environment to work in; we like to think, if they are happy then they will work to the best of their ability. We can cut, punch, and fabricate steel in-house to suit your requirements.

We also galvanize steel and can deliver to locations throughout the UK.

We offer a completely free, professional site visit at any location throughout the UK, our friendly experts can come out to site and advise you on the most affordable ways of designing your new building and ensuring you get exactly what you want.

If you are confused or find it hard to envision your new building, then give us a call to arrange a site visit, the other benefits of having a site visit are to ensure all measurements and levels are correct before the building is manufactured.

If your building is not straight forward and requires technical advice, we can give this to you on site.

Ashcourt Group’s Cost-Effective Alternative To Tarmac Surfacing

Ashcourt Group, a Yorkshire based independent building material supplier offer a great, cost-effective, alternative to tarmac surfacing. Roller Compacted Concrete or RCC for short is placed using a high compaction paver and PTR rollers directly on site. The concrete mix uses cement, water and aggregates and has no slump meaning it’s transported in tipper wagons rather than conventional concrete mixers. The mix is perfect for agricultural use, more specifically for access roads, yard resurfacing and shed bases.

One of the many benefits of RCC is that it’s quick to lay. Quick laying time means that your concreted area is back up and usable faster. With the heavy compaction of the concrete, it allows for even heavy plant and machinery to be used in just 3 days on the concreted area. The mix is laid by our professional Ashcourt team who have experience laying and treating RCC. Because the mix is so well compacted, it doesn’t require any reinforcing, dowel bars and formwork for construction, helping to reduce costs further. As well as having no slump, the mix is not consolidated with a vibratory poker. Levels are calculated using our special surveying equipment and can be graded towards any specified on-site drainage.

We use roller compaction of the laid and grooved material as the final part of the mechanical laying and compaction process. We use the roller as soon as possible to reduce moisture loss or ingress depending on weather conditions. The roller compaction is where the mix gets most of its strength for heavy plant and machinery. We also complete the application with a power-float finish which not only helps compaction, but it provides a completed look for the final product.

Ashcourt Group service the entirety of Yorkshire with their strategically located concrete plants which provides full mix control and use of the Group’s over 100-strong fleet of HGVs to service jobs. Ashcourt provide a free, no obligation quote which includes a site visit and initial consultation with our experienced RCC expert. Ashcourt Roller Compacted Concrete is a high-quality concrete product, which is designed, produced, transported, and supplied in accordance with our ISO 9001. Accredited quality scheme (QSRMC) and in accordance with the relevant parts of BS8500 Part 2 and BS EN206 Part1.

For more information please visit: www.ashcourt.com/RCC

Health is the key to success!

With the smaXtec health system, make the first step towards a healthier dairy herd – most precise heat detection included!

A healthy herd is the basis for your economic success. Only fit cows have a stable and high milk yield, a significantly reduced cell count, a lower insemination index, easier calvings and require less time for individual care.

To ensure or improve animal health, you have to keep a close eye on your cows at all times. This is the only way you can intervene early in case of health problems, thus prevent serious disease progression, save on antibiotics and costs

A number of issues can be recognised and solved through good observation and care but changing farm structures and sizes do not always allow for the ideal level of individual care. This is where the proven smaXtec technology supports you and detects health issues earliest possible.

Success through holistic monitoring with the smaXtec health system

The deeper the insights, the earlier you notice changes in your cows’ health status. smaXtec measures the meaningful parameters inner body temperature, rumination with smaXtec TruRumi™, activity and drinking behaviour in the highest quality directly in the reticulum. The collected data is automatically transmitted to the smaXtec Cloud and processed by the smaXtec TruD™ technology, where data is combined and supplemented. This is the basis for valuable recommendations for action and particularly helpful for the early detection of diseases. The more factors and symptoms are taken into consideration, the better, earlier and more accurate the recommendations.

As soon as the immune system reacts to pathogens or stress, for example, the inner body temperature changes – long before external signs become visible! As a result, the smaXtec system detects diseases up to 4 days before clinical symptoms become visible.

Monitoring animal health by temperature measurement offers another advantage: depending on the temperature change, you know what to check the cow for. If inner body temperature rises, it is an indication of a feverish condition, infection or inflammation. A drop in temperature, on the other hand, is an indication of a metabolic disease such as milk fever or ketosis.

In addition, continuous measurement of rumination allows you to draw even more precise conclusions about the disease and its severity. To make the unrivalled parameter package complete, smaXtec also measures drinking behaviour and activity, detecting issues such as lameness in a very early stage.

Steps ahead through early detection

Early detection allows you to intervene earliest possible, reduce the risk of serious disease progression and significantly reduce the use of medication, especially antibiotics. You can thus improve animal health and welfare and further increase the success on your farm. Customers report a reduced usage of antibiotics by up to 70% since using the smaXtec system.

With smaXtec early detection you detect diseases such as mastitis up to four days before clinical symptoms become visible. This way you are able to treat the cow with lighter medication such as an anti-inflammatory, avoid legal waiting periods caused by antibiotics, reduce the vet’s bill and workload.

Health, heat AND calving detection – is it possible?

smaXtec not only detects diseases earliest possible, by monitoring your animals 24/7 the system gives you the possibility to follow the recovery process of every cow over time. Thus, you are able to see if the treatment has made an impact on the health of the cow and when she has fully recovered.

Additionally, when using the smaXtec health system on your farm you receive precise and automatic heat detection as well earliest possible calving detection.

smaXtec detects heats for you and provides you with additional information on the ideal insemination time. Your benefits are shorter calving intervals, improved pregnancy rates, reduced insemination costs, ongoing productivity and much more.

smaXtec also supports you with reliable and early calving detection. The system not only monitors your cows’ health in the critical phase around birth, but you are also informed about imminent calving. You receive a notification on average 15 hours before calving, enabling you to take measures if necessary. This guarantees a problem-free calving and a good start for cow and calf.

The smaXtec system pays for itself

Customers report that the smaXtec system pays for itself within a very short period of time! But how?

By monitoring your herd’s health with smaXtec you ensure a stable, high milk yield with no loss of production. The system helps you to cut treatment costs by up to 30% and through early detection you are able to reduce use of antibiotics by up to 70%. Your cows are healthier and severe disease progression is 90% less likely. But also, reproduction figures, such as the calving intervals improve with the help of smaXtec.

The smaXtec health system helps you to be successful, reduce costs and workload on your farm.

Ready for your success. With smaXtec to a healthier herd. Get in touch now and implement the most comprehensive system for monitoring health and reproduction in dairy cows on your farm tomorrow!

Your consultant:

Chris Howarth

T: +44 7973 26 92 86

E: info@smaXtec.com

Yorkshire Home & Garden

Posted on 04/02/201311/03/2025 by admin

Home improvements can make a real difference to the appearance and feel of your home. You might well be surprised to learn just how much a little bit of care and attention can do to the overall look and feel of the place. If done well, you could find out that you’ve actually increased your home value by loads.

Understandably it isn’t always as simple as a splash of paint here and there. Some projects can be more challenging than others, and some of the seemingly simplest of tasks may end up not being quiet so simple, ultimately leaving you with a not so good look. We have all seen the DIY disaster type programmes on the telly to know what could go wrong. Doing work around the home without having the relevant experience can cost a lot more money to rectify. So be wise and hand your home improvements on to a professional and see the results for yourself.

The Herald & Advertiser has put together a collection of the very best contractors in your local area. By choosing one of these experts you can be assured that your projects will be carried out to a very high standard.

Hudspeth Flooring

Choosing the right solution for you is a personal choice and one that takes time to make. The experts at Hudspeth Flooring are on hand to support you every step of the way from initial consultation to on-site inspections and fitting.

TC Home Improvements

Our focus has always been to provide a first class, professional service throughout all our work. We are fully insured and all our work is guaranteed. Our service is second to none. We cover small and large projects.

We are a family business with over 3 generations of expertise in both the building trade, landscaping and roofing trade. We are located in Durham and cover North East. Call us for more information.

The Fireplace Studio

If you’re wanting inspiration and guidance on how to create the perfect fireplace for your home, why not visit our huge Brighouse, West Yorkshire showroom?

Gordon Rigg

Gordon Rigg was born in Bacup, Lancashire in 1919, the second eldest of five brothers. His parents has at that time just moved from Walsden to Bacup where his father had a job as foreman in a leather tannery works. After a couple of years the family moved back to Walsden and Gordon was raised in a house just overlooking the present Garden Centre site.

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Aire Valley Flooring

At Aire Valley Flooring, we are proud to be Bona-certified craftsmen, and we have been providing high-quality hardwood flooring solutions to clients in Yorkshire and the surrounding areas for over 15 years. We offer a free flooring survey to help our clients determine the best solution for their space, and we always aim to exceed their expectations in terms of service, quality, and value.

Rix Yorkshire

Rix is one of the most established fuel suppliers in the UK. We’re proud to be independent and family-owned. We offer an unbeatable range of heating services to homes, farms and businesses throughout the country.

JJ Bathrooms & Interiors

We are a family run,bathroom showroom located in the heart of Malton.

Green Stripe Innovations

Our showroom boasts a diverse range of machinery from leading manufacturers, catering to both personal and commercial gardening needs. From lawn mowers to hedge trimmers, and especially our renowned Automower range, we provide solutions for homeowners, commercial gardeners, and arborists alike.

Elegant Finishes

At Elegant Finishes, we know colours can evoke emotion, set the mood and enhance the visual appeal of any space. Whether you prefer soothing neutrals, bold and vibrant hues or calming pastels, the right colour can truly transform your home.

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Articulum

Nestled in a quiet corner of the Upper Calder Valley in West Yorkshire, our dedicated team of furniture designers and joiners work together in the Articulum workshop. We bring you quality, handcrafted dining tables, benches, and desks, all made from solid wood. As skilled furniture makers, we specialise in creating bespoke, handmade pieces that elevate your home with timeless design and craftsmanship.

D&A Removals

WE REMOVE ALL TYPES OF RUBBISH****WE ARE CHEAPER THAN A SKIP*****WE TAKE RUBBLE**** NO JOB TO BIG OR SMALL***** START THE NEW-YEAR WITH A TIDY HOME AND GARDEN *****HOUSE CLEARANCES****SMALL FURNITURE DELIVERIES FROM HOUSE TO HOUSE****RENTAL CLEAN UPS AFTER TENANTS LEAVE****FULL HOUSE MOVES.

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Blind Image York

Blinds In York can add style and privacy to your home, we offer made to measure blinds in a style and colour of your choice. Blind Image have a huge range of blinds In York to offer, including Vertical, Horizontal, Roman, Blackout, Venetian blinds and many more!

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J Whitton

Landscape shed bases summer house base log cabin bases
Patios
Decking
Concrete drives
Block paving

JL Plasterers

We complete a wide variety of plastering works for domestic customers, commercial clients, estate agents, shopfitters and kitchen designers. We accept small jobs with an hourly charge. We are the number 1 plasterer Darlington, Middlesbrough, Stockton, Bishop Auckland and Newton Aycliffe.

Altitude Tree Services

At Altitude Tree Services, we combine quality tree work with incredible value to deliver results our customers love. For tree removal, tree reductions, dead wooding, hedge cutting, and all aspects of tree care, contact our team in Wetherby to arrange a free consultation and no-obligation quote.

Pinnacle Roofing & Property Maintenance

Pinnacle Roofing and Property Maintenance is owned and operated by David Hopkins. David has over 20 years experience within the roofing and construction sector, it is this wealth of knowledge and absolute dedication that is the driving force behind the business.

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Bespoke Paving Specialists

Bespoke Paving Specialists is a local and trusted driveway and patio contractor, providing expert and experienced paving services across both the public and private sectors.

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Country Warmth

Country Warmth is a family run independent business established in 1986. We are authorised AGA distributors and premier Everhot dealers.

JS Woodcraft

Bespoke Engineered Oak Flooring.

With over 54 different formats of flooring kept in stock ready to finish in any style, size, grade, texture and bevel. Over 600 colours to choose from, produced in house, bespoke to each client.

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Humber Bridge Garden Centre

Our ambition for Humber Bridge Garden Centre was to bring together a wonderful group of people to create the perfect lifestyle destination in a unique location with incredible history. Our dedicated team are experts in horticulture, pottery, hospitality and home decor, offering you unrivalled choice, service and advice from people who really know their stuff.

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Trimdon Upholstery

We are highly experienced in upholstery and furniture, so you can rest assured that all work we carry out is of the highest quality.

We are available for anything from small footstool repairs to complete sofa re-upholstery projects.

DB Space

With over 10 years in the business and over a thousand bespoke insulated ceilings fitted to every shape, style & size imaginable, you can have total trust in us that the job is done right. Every install comes with a 10- year insurance backed guarantee.

NH Flooring

NH Flooring is a family run firm based in the Yorkshire Dales, set up by Managing Director and Yorkshire man, Nick Hodges.

Nick has been in the flooring industry all his working life after snapping up an opportune side step on completion of his studies in architecture. He has a wealth of knowledge in flooring and the floor laying industry and is a FITA trained NICF approved contractor.

Luxury Designer Room Interiors

Exclusive Luxury Furniture and Interior Design Specialist
On-site photography studio available

Risby Homes

Buying a home is so much more than how you want your home to look, how do you want it to feel?

From start to finish, we will be there to guide you step-by-step through what can often feel like an overwhelming experience. From every phone call to each and every fixture and fitting, we want to exceed your expectations.

NB Rhodes Furniture

My name is Nick Rhodes and I originally started work as a maintenance gardener with a fortnightly round, but before long I was designing and building bespoke garden structures for my clients’ gardens.

I started off making basic structures and over time my designs became increasingly intricate and detailed.

Homemaker

Homemaker of Settle was established in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales market town of Settle in 1993.

We are re-known for our personal service and have been making and fitting curtains for over the last 29 years.

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Dale Plant Nursery

Dale Nursery with McHenry’s Gift Shop, supplying bedding flowers, perennials and wreaths, pots,logs, kindling, sheds, fences, gravel, posts , memorial items , compost, stretch, garden ornaments etc.

Green Home People

Solar Panel, Battery & intelligent renewable energy specialists

We will beat any quote you already have for solar, battery, upgrades or maintenance. And if you find it cheaper we’ll match it.

NB Electrical

With over 15 years of experience, NB Electrical & Renewables Ltd, based in Scarborough, are well-established contractors for all manner of electrical work and renewable energy solutions. Leading the way in solar PV and battery storage. Contact our team to kickstart your project.

Foam Comforts

If your settee or chair has lost its comfort you may need the foam replacing or upgrading from the experts here at Foam Comforts. As a small independently run business in the West Yorkshire area we can supply all of our customers with affordable foam replacement services so that in no time you enjoy comfort again.

Sheffield Pressure Washing

Sheffield Pressure Washing specialises in cleaning driveways, paths, patios, block paving & more, using high-pressure water to remove dirt and grime. We are your trusted exterior cleaning service, delivering top quality results.

Weddings

Posted on 04/02/201306/02/2025 by admin

Your wedding is the day you dream of, something personal and something perfect. In order to ensure that it runs smoothly and that you achieve this dream day, you need to plan and arrange everything early. As a couple throughout the months leading up to your wedding you’ll be looking for businesses that can provide you with the services you will require for the big day.

As a result, one of the most popular features in The Yorkshire Herald & Advertiser are the ‘Weddings’ features that appear each issue. We bring to the Bride and Groom a range of high impact editorials that provide practical advice and guidance to achieving that perfect day. Blended with these editorials we feature a number of adverts from those who can provide these services and ensure a magical wedding day. Advertising wedding services or supplies is an essential part of success for service providers such as florists, venues, cake makers and for hiring of cars. This is especially true nowadays where the competition is strong and the amount of choice your potential customers have gets bigger by the day. Featuring within a reputable publication such as ‘The Yorkshire Herald & Advertiser’ will ensure that you achieve the highest possible return. So you see, your successful wedding advertising campaign needn’t cost the world.

Cleatham Hall

This is such a special time in your life, and there’s no setting more private and romantic than Cleatham Hall. Specialising in elegant celebrations, the team at Cleatham Hall can support you in creating your ideal wedding. Whether you’re looking for a traditional or contemporary theme, an intimate gathering or a big weekend celebration, we’re here to make sure your experience is perfect for you.

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Hirst Priory

Hirst Priory is a Grade II listed 18th-century country house near Crowle on the Isle of Axholme, North Lincolnshire, built on the site of a 12th-century Augustinian priory. Now a stunning wedding and events venue, it offers a uniquely beautiful location and a choice of unique indoor and outdoor spaces.

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Elizabeth Hall Bridal

You have said yes and now it’s time to find your dress. This experience should be one of the most memorable moments of your wedding. After all your wedding day is the one day you get to dress up all day looking and feeling a million dollars.

So, finding ‘the one’ is why Elizabeth Hall Bridal is here. We pride ourselves on being more than just a bridal shop. We make it personal and special.

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Pink Boutique Birdwell

At Pink Boutique in Birdwell, special is what every lady is to us and amazing is what we want you to feel because getting it right is our priority!

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The Bosk

The Bosk brings families and friends together to enjoy great-tasting locally sourced food, tantalising wines, local gins and ales. With big cosy chairs, rustic yet elegant interiors, stunning architecture and handmade chandeliers, The Bosk is really rather special. It’s a place to eat, to celebrate and to relax, whether you’re on holiday, catching up with friends or hosting your own wedding. Put simply, it’s the dream location.

Pretty Little Treat

We are a family business based in Yorkshire, where we make all our products from start to finish to our own unique recipes and designs.

We’re passionate about creating something that feels like a real treat, whether for yourself or someone special. We use quality natural ingredients and amazing fragrances as well as sustainable packaging. This means they’re great for you and kind to the environment too!We hope you enjoy using them as much as we enjoy making them.

East Riddlesden Hall

Hundreds of years ago this West Yorkshire manor was a thriving farming estate. Today the house tells tales of the ambition, success, and failure of those who lived and worked here and the barn displays the 400 year-old markings of proud craftsmen.

Unique Carriages

Based at, and the owner of, Plumtree School of Equitation and Carriage Driving, we have excellent facilities and knowledge, to train and produce our own horses for carriage driving.This means that our relationship and close bond with our horses has developed over many years.I believe that this enables us, to offer our clients, not only the best service that we can, but the safest, due to the longevity and highest level of training, the horses receive

madeit VR

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Darwin Escapes

Kilnwick Percy Resort will wow from start to finish! As one of the best wedding venues in Pocklington, East Yorkshire, you’re sure of a breathtaking backdrop to your special day.

Carlton Towers

By choosing to hold your wedding at Carlton Towers you are invited to enjoy the private home and estate grounds of Lord and Lady Fitzalan Howard as their special guests.

We recognise that each wedding celebration is different to you, your friends and family. Please consider some of our suggested ideas for this most special of occasions but ultimately, we are happy to tailor our suggestions to suit your needs.

Oxenfoord Castle

The elegance of Oxenfoord Castle will take your breath away from the moment you enter. Light and airy during the day, with huge windows showcasing ravishing garden views, and then romantic and atmospheric by night, with open fires and glittering chandeliers creating a grand and glamorous feel.

The Grand York

A wedding at York’s finest hotel is simply magical. In the heart of the historic city of York, celebrate your special day with views of the City Walls and beautiful architecture. Our sweeping staircases, stunning Edwardian building, and original features are guaranteed to impress.

Laser Made Weddings

We are a family run business with a passion for designing and making amazing products! All our products are made with love and packaged with care by ourselves at our studio in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. We put care and attention into every single item we make to ensure we provide you with a gift you are proud to give.

Briar Court

Here at the Briar Court Hotel we want to help turn your wedding dreams into reality. Your Wedding Day should be one that is never forgotten. We truly can’t wait to help you create your perfect day.

Bingley St Ives Golf Club

Our warm and friendly clubhouse is set in the heart of the stunning St. Ives Estate, Harden. We welcome bookings for day or evening events and are proud of our long-running reputation for exceptional hospitality.

Bijou Bridal Boutique

I’m Kerensa. A proud boutique owner, dedicated bridal stylist, impeccable listener and customer service perfectionist who helps brides-to-be find their dream dress with zero pressure.

Picked At Dawn

Picked at Dawn is run from our our field in a village in North Yorkshire by me, Suzie…

I originally studied art and design and having been working in horticulture since 2007. Picked at Dawn combines my two main passions, Horticulture and Design.

Joshua Adams

When we started in 2009 we had no idea of where this journey would take us – no fancy business plans or marketing strategy it was more about fulfilling existing customer needs.

Carlton Towers

Carlton Towers is an EXQUISITE stately home IN YORKSHIRE with a long and distinguished history.

It’s not a monument. It’s the real family home of Lord and Lady Gerald Fitzalan Howard. And this is what makes it such a special place for all our guests.

As professional outside caterers we have vast experience in catering in a wide range of venue’s and offer a wide variety of wedding packages. Some of our services are;
Bespoke Wedding Packages catering to all budgets and customer needs Regular personal meetings with Bride and Groom Fully trained silver service staff.

Hot and Cold Buffets with Waitress Service

Canapé and Reception Drinks Packages
BBQ and Hog Roast Packages
Drinks Packages
Full Bar Service and Licence Application
All dietary needs are taken care of. Special menu’s are set in place and we are more than happy to speak directly with the customer on request.

We pride ourselves on offering our customers a personal bespoke service and show them the confidence from the beginning to ensure their day is full of treasured memories. We work closely with the bride and groom from the first initial enquiry right through to the finish of their day. We are a small family run business with over 28 years catering experience and are able to offer a wealth of knowledge and experience. Our aim is to meet all of our clients needs, helping us to ensure a long and rewarding relationship from start to finish.

As a company we use high quality, fresh local produce wherever possible and have strong links with local farmers and other local retailers. Our staff are fully trained and qualified and ooze professionalism setting high standards, which shows in their confidence for our clients big day.

Wedding day sweet treats

Wow factor

Dessert Tables

Move over chocolate fountains. There’s a hot trend in the wedding world of scrumptiousness. For something a little bit quirky to get your guests all in a flutter, I present to you….desert tables! Also known as cake tables, they are exquisitely stylish and truly delicious. A great spin on the old cake front. With couples increasingly keen to provide something unique and memorable on the day, having just one cake no longer seems enough…..especially when you can have many! With desert tables, couples can have a huge variety of delicious treats for their guests. It’s not to say you can’t have that traditional wedding cake, you just won’t require a towering 6 tier cake. It’s still the norm to have one cake that acts as the cutting cake anyway.

Deserts tables are also a fantastic way for brides to stamp their look on their day. For those who don’t know, it’s basically a table at the reception that showcases a selection of cakes and deserts in different shapes and sizes, all styled to fit in with the look of the day. You’ll need a reasonable sized long table or two tables pushed together covered with linens.

The fun part is arranging the gourmet desserts and/or sweets along with their custom designed dessert labels and tags, non-edible accessorize to add decoration, and of course plates and utensils.

The desserts could be anything from decadent sticky toffee puddings and rich rocky road to light as air meringues and melt in the mouth mini cheesecakes. Best bit, both families’ favourites can be included. Accessories could be wishing tees, candles, flower arrangements, bunting and even pretty bottled drinks that match the colour scheme. Just let your imagination free and you’ll be presently surprised at what you can come up with.

As for budget, you don’t necessarily want to spend half your budget on a desert table, but at the same time you want it to look special. You can have both, asks your baker to work with what you have. If money’s an issue, bulk up your display with co-ordinating sweets and fruit. Remember that desert tables are very versatile and can even bring their own homemade creations to help save on costs. Another thing as well, some venues allows the desert tables to replace the desert course at the end of the meal.

The secret to a desert table is to create a feast for the senses and always have just enough to satisfy guests, but leaving them wanting more. It’s about being totally unique, a little daring and always one step ahead of the rest!

Variations

Candy buffets (also known as sweetie bars or tables) are displays of confectionary and retro sweets which are all presented in lovely bowls and glassware. When we see a table adorned with sweets and mini treats our eyes instantly widen and were taken back to the days of being a kiddie in a sweet shop. Themes such as mad hatter work very well with these sweet displays.

Ever heard of Cake Pops? There yummy bites of cake on a lollipop stick which often form part of a desert table or candy buffet, but they work equally well on their own as favours. There just the right size to nibble on and can be dipped to match your colour theme. What’s more, they can be decorated with glitter, edible flowers or just a simple but effective ribbon tied into a bow around the stick.

Wrapped up in love: a magical winter wedding There is something about a winter wedding that brings a touch of fairy tale to the occasion. One of the best things about winter is that the evenings start early. This means more celebration time, and plenty of room for candles, fairy lights or even some fireworks. Summer may be brighter, but in winter you can create your own light. The beauty of winter lies in its ability to paint a stunning picture. Winter always has a way of bringing out the beauty in its surroundings. Think of frosty mornings, mystical days and crisp clear nights. Choosing winter means you could pick from Christmas, New Year and even Valentine’s Day for a truly indulgent day. And as winter weddings become more and more popular, designers are focusing harder to create stunning dresses fit for a winter bride. Look for styles made in heavier fabric like satin or taffeta, steering clear of chiffons or silks. And if you’re wearing a strapless dress, accessorise with a fur shrug to achieve the ultimate glamorous winter look. Complete with ivory gloves and sparkling jewellery for a sprinkle of wintery lust. It is clear to see why a winter wedding works so well, couples love the dramatic scene a winter wedding brings, but there are more reasons to choose a winter wedding. You’ll find off-season rates and always good availability too, and with many venues offering incentives to choose them for your winter wedding wonderland, you’ll have more to spend on a lovely honeymoon designed for two.

Marquees If you like the idea of celebrating your wedding party under the stars, then do just that, under canvas in a truly personal venue. Marquees are great for those who have a dream location in mind, as they can be erected almost anywhere, from the grounds of an elegant country house to a coastal beech or even a cliff top. Do double check first with your venue though just to make sure they are happy for you to hire a marquee. But if you’re thinking about having your celebrations, a little off the beaten track, do ask the local landowner if you can hire the space. Marquees can be decorated beautifully, completed with tables and chairs, flowers and lights and a whole lot more. A marquee package is only limited by your imagination. A marquee can hold a large number of guests too, often more than the average venue. Summertime is the peak seasons for hiring a marque, so if you’ve got a date in mind, do give yourself plenty of time to book. It might seem like there’s a lot to think about and sort out but there really isn’t, leave the stress behind and let them do all the hard work. Remember that marquee companies deal with hundreds of weddings and, whilst yours is obviously unique, they will have the experience with all sorts of issues and have lots of solutions up their sleeves, let them worry about the marquee and you just enjoy the experience.

A Magical Winter Wedding Dreaming of a winter wedding? Who can blame you, they are without a doubt, super glamorous, stylish and truly magical. With lots of preparation and clever ideas your winter wedding will be a wonderland to remember forever. Romantic and cosy venues are the key to creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Think of atmospheric candle-lit castles complete with roaring open log fires, glorious historic buildings with high ceilings and original beams surrounded by acres of unspoilt countryside and lakes, enchanting churches amidst the most beautiful gardens you have ever seen or simply wonderfully charming hotels and lodges set in secluded gardens. All of these make for a very special wedding, unique to you and your loved one. Transform your winter venue into a magical grotto of twinkling lights, flickering candles and seasonal colours. Winter is the perfect time for seasonal favourites like smoked salmon, Palma ham and smoked sun-dried tomato bruschetta or warming winter soup entrees. Follow these with roast lamb or beef, rich desserts and cheese boards and one of my favourite winter necessities, mulled wine! You may wish to make the most of the early winter evenings and wow your guests with a fireworks display. With the sun setting as early as 4.15pm, a firework display timed to coincide with your first toast as husband and wife will make your champagne reception truly unforgettable. Keep warm and stylish with beautiful accessories from faux fur boleros, shrugs and capes to bride’s winter boots and willies. Winter wedding flower arrangements featuring seasonal elements such as pine cones holly and evergreen boughs add festive touch to your wintery celebration. Good luck, enjoy your big day and best wishes for your future together.

CHEESE WEDDING CAKES Perfect for rustic, country style weddings and a gorgeous addition to a stylish urban city wedding. Not only is the cheese wedding cake a fashionable trend, it’s also a healthy and delicious alternative to the sweet cake. Yes it really is a wedding cake made entirely of cheese. They are the ultimate stylish cheeseboard made to resemble a multi-tiered wedding cake and they’re growing ever more fashionable. It does have a rather continental feel to it, but if you want something that bit different to wow your guests, the cheese wedding cake will definitely impress. For the ultimate wedding breakfast, you don’t have to choose between two options, you can have a traditional iced and decorated wedding cake for the ‘cutting of the cake’ photographs and also have a cake of cheese too. If you only want one wedding cake with a difference, go for the cheese cake alone, your guests will love the savoury option. There are cheese companies who will design and build tailor-made cheese wedding cakes for you, but you can easily build your own. To make your own you will need to decide on the suppliers you’ll be using to source your cheeses and the cheese selection. You’ll need to source a variety of different cheeses, using a selection similar to that found on a good cheese board. Your cheeses should vary in colour, texture and flavour, and come in wheels so they’re easy to stack. Allow around 100g of cheese per guest, or a minimum of 10kg per 100 guests. If you are providing this alongside a traditional wedding cake, you may need less than 100g per person. By having three to five layers of cheese in varying sizes from big to small, you’ll achieve the traditional tiered wedding cake look. When it’s time to present your cheeses, you can either use a wedding cake stand stacking the cheeses directly on top of one another, or put a circle of greaseproof paper between each cheese. To finish, decorate with grapes, flowers, fruits and leaves for a stunning effect and serve with crusty bread and/or savoury crackers on the side along with chutneys and pickles. Remember as well that if you have any cheese left over, it will keep for weeks in the fridge. Hard cheese like Cheddar can be grated and frozen for use in sauces, whilst 250 gram portions of Blue Stilton wrapped in foil can be frozen for up to 3 months. The trick then is to defrost the Stilton cheese slowly in the fridge overnight. And there you have it, a very stylish, low cost, waste free and delicious alternative to a traditional wedding cake.

Why you should get married in the North…. Tie the knot in the north and enjoy picturesque views. Enjoy all that this side of the country has to offer with miles upon miles of unspoilt natural beauty. Many of the country’s most romantic wedding venues are here. So make your dreams come true and choose from Lakeside hotels to fairy-tale castles, complete with roaring log fires and cosy walks. Set amongst the most beautiful and wonderful views, there’s no better place to make your fairy-tale wedding come true. Be spoilt for choose with mountain views. 95% of the country’s highest mountains are here with the majority confined to the Lakes, North Pennines and the Yorkshire Dales. With such a vast and impressive collection of unspoilt beauty, it’s no surprise to hear its home to a large variety of wildlife. Stunning scenery and breath-taking views that stretch as far as the eye can see make for fantastic picture opportunities and on top of that you have a perfectly romantic calm to your wedding day. Have your wedding day surrounded by pure beauty made by nature with hidden gems that are everywhere here; wild moors where the whistle blows free, towering peaks too high to reach, dramatic gorges and sheer cliffs, gently rolling hills, sandy beaches, spectacular cliffs, quiet coves to hide and reflect, rocky shores to relax and reflect, sandy dunes, salt marshes and estuaries. Be assured your wedding day will be as stunning as you are by choose to have your wedding here.

Education & Training

Posted on 30/01/201312/12/2024 by admin

An Introduction To The Importance of Education

So, what exactly is education? Well, simply put it is the process of learning and knowing. This process of course is not restricted to school textbooks only. Education starts from birth. It is the parents which inculcate good manners and make responsible human beings out of their children. Home is essentially then their first school.

However, typically, when we talk about education we are referring to the formal education that starts from the first school our child attends, where they learn how to behave and understand what is happening around them.

Education is important for everyone in the world. It makes one able to understand what is happening around us logically and clearly. An educated person has the ability to take viable decisions and make right moves at the right time. Human existence without education is just like fecund land.

Education not only enables individuals to put their potential to best use and do something productive in the upcoming future, but also plays a main role in shaping an individual to be a better, responsible citizen and an active member of the society.

But, just how do you pick the right school? Well, of course you need to do your research, the internet and family/friends is probably the best place to start, but the most important thing to do is visit the school you are considering. In our opinion, the very best option available to you is to attend an open day.

A School Open Day brings to life those glossy brochures that you have been poring over at home for many weeks. It really is a valuable opportunity to see the schools for yourselves; meet the teaching staff, existing pupils and maybe parents who already have children there. For this reason, it is hugely important that you pick the right school to educate your children, your most precious possession.

Because only if the school is of a good standard will your child be able to make the very best of their future. So, because education begins at an early age; attaining good promises a good future because it is education that provides good character to the person as they age. Additionally, good education enables one to make best use of one’s skills and talent and helps in fetching the most competitive jobs. Importance of education can be realized in the height achieved by great and famous personalities in different fields of education.

Get Set For Sats

I am Rachael and having spent 30 years working in primary schools as a class teacher and senior leader, I now provide online tuition for children between the ages of 5 to 12 years.

I have expertise across the full Maths and English primary curriculum which includes Reading, Writing, Phonics and GPS (Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling).

Darlington College

Explore various curriculum areas and see how our courses can kickstart your career. From trips and guest speakers to industry placements and hands-on work experience, we offer everything you need to thrive.

Interested in apprenticeships? Our dedicated Business Development Advisors are here to guide you through the application process and help you understand the requirements for success.

Whether you’re considering full-time or part-time courses, apprenticeships, and more… Don’t Just Learn It – Live It!

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Scarborough College

Formed in 1896, The Scarborough College Company was established to to promote the idea of founding a boys’ boarding school on the Yorkshire coast. Here, boys might prepare themselves for universities, the learned professions and business careers, while enjoying living at the seaside.

Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate

Queen Ethelburga’s (QE) is renowned locally, nationally, and internationally as a group of four schools dedicated to promoting the highest standards in education and student development.

King’s Magna Middle School York

For our middle school pupils, King’s Magna brings an exciting taste of the opportunity that awaits them at GCSE and A Level.

Being in Years 6 to 9 is the time to discover passions with a supportive team of specialist teachers to nurture budding talents and introduce the wealth of subject choices and enrichment activities on offer.

Huddersfield Grammar School

We are a highly successful independent school in Yorkshire, providing a future-facing curriculum for the next generation of leaders.

Kumon Connect

Kumon study aims to ensure that every child develops a love for learning. We offer maths and English programmes to help students of any age and ability to progress their skills and build key foundations for learning.

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College

Our Open Events provide a fantastic opportunity for prospective students and their families to have a look around the college, see our wide range of facilities, speak to subject teachers and discover what extra-curricular activities we have on offer.

Charity Pages

Posted on 30/01/201327/01/2025 by admin

Find great charities from all areas of life that could use your help and support below:

Ashgate Hospice

Whether you’re living with a life-limiting illness, caring for someone who is, or grieving the death of someone important to you, we’re here to help. Find out more below about the ways we can support you.

St Leonards Hospice

The much-loved Moonlight Walk is back on the 13th September 2025, so it’s time to gather your friends, family, and best glittery outfits for an unforgettable night under the stars. This seven-mile circular route will take you through the beautiful streets of York, all to support St Leonard’s Hospice, proudly celebrating 40 years of caring for our community.

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Yorkshire Business

Posted on 30/01/201314/11/2024 by admin

Local to Yorkshire? Check out the array of companies below to see what you can find near you:

We Are In Business

We’ve seen business relationships develop and some excellent examples of collaboration that wouldn’t have happened if they had not been part of our In Business community.

We’re thrilled when we see our members grow their businesses through the skills they’ve acquired on our educational sessions and business skills workshops.

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Driffield Mobility

Driffield Mobility was established in 1996 by Keith Cadwallader. Having always wanted to start his own business, Keith found the push that he needed when he was made redundant from his job.

A precision engineer by trade, Keith already had experience of working in the vehicle adaptation industry. He knew he was able to channel his passion and skills for engineering into providing a service that would enable others to become more mobile.

RCR EPoS Solutions

Ryedale Cash Registers was formed over 30 years ago by husband and wife team Les and Janet Wood in Norton near Malton, North Yorkshire.

Having spent eleven years in the cash register business (initially working for Gross Cash Registers who were taken over by Chubb), Les decided that it was time to set up his own company in order to look after small independent businesses that he felt were not being served well by the large cash register companies.

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Developing Business Excellence

Motivated by a lifelong commitment to learning and development, a willingness to challenge the Status Quo, and establish enduring professional relationships, Developing Business Excellence Limited® was founded in York in 2019

We enable discerning business clients and individual learners to achieve their growth potential in a safe, non-judgemental, and good-humoured, virtual or in-person environment

Marriott Leeds

An outstanding stay awaits you at Leeds Marriott Hotel. Visit us here in the city centre to enjoy immaculately appointed guest rooms and suites, each one overflowing with fantastic perks like comfortable bedding, a flat-screen TV, a spacious work desk, high-speed Wi-Fi and a coffee and tea maker.

Brother sewing Craft

Brother started out as a family business back in 1908, and sewing machines were our very first specialism.
Under the strong leadership on the Yasui brothers, we set a precedent for breaking boundaries and building innovative, expertly designed and affordable sewing machines.

The Hawk Creative Business Park

The Hawk Creative Business Park is 13,000 sq ft of flexible office space to let or rent near Easingwold in rural North Yorkshire. The space is divided into 19 units, of which many can be joined together to create larger spaces.

We are one of the leading Virtual Assistant companies, consisting of vibrant, skilled, hardworking and astute individuals, that work alongside entrepreneurs, business owners providing a fresh, fun and professional feel to the VA Industry. We manage a variety of services, from that good old “to do list” through to helping your business run more efficient and thrive in a challenging and demanding environment. Here at Virtual Olive, we work to fit your needs and requirements, helping to manage that ever growing list of things to do!

Building High Performance Organisations

In today’s highly competitive business environment, smart preparation and disaster prevention strategies are essential to achieving success. For the astute business owner, making the organisation equipped against unexpected, unfortunate incidents should be given more attention compared to establishing a speedy response and recovery system. This future-oriented perspective is proven to be a helpful approach to crafting the company’s occupational health and safety policy: successful companies understand the direct link between effective risk management and increasing business bottom line.

In order to build a sound risk management framework, companies need to invest in the right training systems to ensure employees are equipped with the relevant skills, tools and knowledge. There are various internationally recognised occupational health and safety certifications today that business decision-makers can choose for their managers, supervisors and staff.

Reduced costs

The total cost of a work-related accident or illness involves a wide range of components. For the affected employee, the costs are measured with the pain, suffering and mental anguish they have felt, the lost wages during their recovery period, and the medical expenses they have accumulated. For the employer, accidents can cost the company insurance premiums, compensation claims (if served by the affected worker) and extra expenses in terms of overtime work or training hours to compensate for the injured worker’s absence. In fact, the UK government estimates £13.4 billion get lost each year due to workplace health and safety incidents in the workplace.

Improved output

A healthier workplace promotes worker productivity and better performance. Studies have shown how employees equipped with basic health and safety knowledge can be more efficient and will show more accountability compared to their peers without proper safety training; experts say that being exposed to international-standard best practices is the first step towards career development.

Business credibility

Companies with key managers and supervisors holding a NEBOSH or IOSH certificate earn the respect and acknowledgement of other companies, industry leaders and general consumers in the locality and the global business stage. For most professionals, proper risk management training is almost synonymous with being a responsible, reliable organisation. For leaders of winning teams, guarding the safety and health of people in the workplace is the first step towards stellar performance.