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Initial Enquiry: Reach out to us via email at info@cams-ltd.co.uk.
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The team at Winter Tarn Dairy, based at Dockray Hall, Kendal, have just discovered that the company has won a bronze award for their Farm House Salted Butter in the Farm Shop & Deli Products Awards.
The annual awards now in their third year have quality and excellence at their heart. Supported and judged by leading farm shop and deli retailers, top wholesaler buyers and owners and industry experts, the Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards recognises and rewards the best in specialist food and drink products.
In late January through to mid-February, a panel of industry specialist judges, consisting of wholesalers, retailers, and experts, came together to evaluate an amazing collection of entries from independent brands.
The Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards are unique as they assess the overall business model of products. The panel of judges have reviewed everything about the product including the value chain and branding, along with taste, ensuring products are not just great tasting but are well set to successfully sell in the independent sector.
This enhanced criterion gives business confirmation to buyers that an awarded product is worth stocking, and the judges included well known retailers and wholesalers such as Booths, The Gorgeous Food Company, Cotswold Fayre, Diverse Fine Foods and Kitchen Food Company.
This year, saw producers from across the UK enter products into numerous product categories including beverages, chilled and frozen desserts, chilled deli, condiments and sauces, fermented and smoked foods, meat, non-food, plant-based, preserves, savoury biscuits and snacks and sweet bakery and confectionery.
Commenting on the awards, Giorgio Rigali, Head of Communications, Exhibitions at William Reed commented: “Following another record-breaking year for entries, we are thrilled to announce our list of winners for 2024. NPD is critical to growth and these awards are unique, by way that producers get genuine informed feedback on their products and their business model which helps them refine their strategy. The list of winners truly highlights the quality and innovation that is available throughout the specialist retail sector, and we are delighted to be able to provide the opportunity for these businesses to have their products put in front of wholesalers, retailers and experts.”
Harry Jackson, from Winter Tarn, said: ‘’It’s great that Winter Tarn’s Farm House Salted Butter was recognised by the judging panel. Receiving a bronze award shows that we’re creating an excellent product that appeals to a broad audience and stands out from many of its peers on the national stage. Recognition like this is a real achievement for the whole team and recognises everything that they do day in and day out to make the business the success that it is.’’
Harry Jackson Winter Tarn Dairy Butter Packing Machine
Our committed team of fundraisers is looking for an engaging and dedicated professional who will help develop and drive our fundraising forward, securing the future of hospice care. The right person will be warm, proactive and enthusiastic and take a leading role in the successful stewardship of our highly valued supporters.
Working across all fundraising income streams and as part of the wider team, you will be flexible in your approach and have excellent interpersonal skills.
You will offer vital day to day support as part of the team, working with the Fundraising Manager and wider Marketing and Income Generation team towards the shared goals of excellent communication, data management and engagement with the local community.
We are seeking a creative individual who will:
Build effective relationships with supporters by understanding their motivations, and developing our stewardship programmes
Ensure our donors understand their impact, and that they feel valued in their support, increasing retention to fulfil KPI’s, both financial and non-financial.
Though of course welcomed, there is no requirement to have a background in fundraising to be able to excel in this role. We value the expertise that you will bring and encourage applicants who feel they have the necessary transferable skills and are passionate in their support for local families.
Churches and faith groups across the Westmorland and Furness Council area are being asked to contribute to a social action audit during the month of April this year. In 2015 a national social action audit found that 4400 churches and faith groups were mobilising nearly 140,000 volunteers across the UK and reaching 3.5 million beneficiaries. These results were staggering with a networth to the UK economy of £3 billion a year.
Fast forward 9 years and Churches Together in Cumbria, Westmorland & Furness Council and Cinnamon Network are working together to discover the impact in our area today.
We know that churches and other faith communities are providing weekly warm hubs, mental health cafe’s, dementia support groups, bereavement support, parent & toddlers groups, luncheon groups, and the list goes on. We are keen to understand what is going on and where so that overlapping activities, gaps in provision and opportunities for new partnerships can be identified.
We would therefore like to encourage churches and other faith groups in the Westmorland & Furness to register for the audit before 1st April. Registration is a commitment by each church or faith community to spend no more than 30 minutes submitting information on what they are doing, how many volunteers are involved and how many people benefit.
Derek Lacey, Churches Together in Cumbria, Social Responsibility Forum Chair commented “This is a great opportunity to understand what churches and other faith communities are doing now, and might do in future, to benefit our area.”
So far, we’ve had over 90 churches and faith groups register. Many of their projects are alleviating poverty, supporting safer and stronger families, building safer stronger resilient communities and enabling people to flourish.
Jonny Gios, the Co-ordinator for the project commented “the more contributions we have the better picture we will develop. So, if you’ve not yet registered, we would love for you to be part of this project and to celebrate what is being achieved. Please don’t be modest. Your activity is part of a bigger picture of what is being done across the Westmorland and Furness area”.
The results from across the Westmorland & Furness area will be published in the summer. and will provide a valuable picture of what is happening and where. Insights generated by the audit will identify how churches and other faith communities can make a more effective contribution to the vision for Westmorland and Furness to be ‘a great place to live, work and thrive’.
Company Name: Cartmell Shepherd Ltd Location: Negotiable
Cartmell Shepherd is a leading law firm with the largest Private Client team in Cumbria, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. We specialise in private client matters, catering to high net worth individuals, including business and agricultural clients. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on building long-lasting client relationships, we are seeking a talented Senior Private Client Solicitor to join our team.
Responsibilities:
Manage a varied and complex workload, handling matters for high net worth clients, including business and agricultural clients. Provide expert advice and assistance on Wills, Estates, Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection, and Trusts. Draft and review legal documents with precision and attention to detail. Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates and guidance throughout the legal process. Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings when necessary. Mentor and support junior members of the team, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Requirements:
Qualified Solicitor with substantial experience in private client matters. Membership in STEP and the Association of Lifetime Lawyers preferred. Proven track record of handling complex cases for high net worth clients. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure. Ability to manage a varied workload efficiently and prioritise tasks effectively. Commitment to professional development and staying updated on relevant legal developments. Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience Excellent career prospects with the possibility to head up a branch office. Generous pension plan contributions. Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance Support for ongoing professional development and training. Opportunities for advancement within the firm. Vibrant and inclusive company culture.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter to deborah.flynn@cartmells.co.uk.
Cartmell Shepherd is an equal opportunity employer.
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Company: Ask Helen Ltd
What they provide: Ask Helen offers personal development and grief coaching services, founded and operated by Helen Arthur, a coach specialising in helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, particularly those related to menopause, grief, and personal growth. At Ask Helen she provides various resources and services aimed at supporting people through difficult life transitions. This includes blog posts on Helen`s social media, coaching programs, and guides on topics such as managing grief, setting SMART goals, and self-care during menopause. Helen emphasises a compassionate approach, drawing from her own experiences and expertise as an Edu-Therapy Specialist and Personal Development Coach to offer practical strategies and emotional support.
What they provide: Rachael Parkinson runs an online coaching business – FSF Coaching (Fit, Strong & Free) taking women from lost, confused, with low self esteem, to feeling confident & looking amazing. They put a stop to the confusion around diets & exercise by building balanced nutrition and effective training to finally feel fit, strong, and ready to take on anything.
What they provide: Castle Computers offers comprehensive IT support and services, ensuring businesses stay up-to-date with the latest technology and cybersecurity measures. They provide friendly and efficient support, addressing IT issues promptly and in an easy-to-understand manner. Their services include planning, installing, and maintaining digital phone systems, as well as offering guidance on GDPR compliance and current cyber threats. Castle Computers is dedicated to keeping systems running smoothly, allowing businesses to operate effectively and safely. They are known for their reliable, approachable service and their ability to explain technical concepts in layman’s terms.
What they provide: Ample Property Group specialises in assisting investors with finding buy-to-let properties specifically in Carlisle here in Cumbria. They also focus on purchasing properties below market value, renovating them with the help of a contractor, and then selling them for a profit. Additionally, they provide property valuations and potential offers for those looking to sell their homes.
You can get a free investor guide via their website – link below.
What they provide: Private Gym Facility in Carlisle City Centre. Small Group Personal Training | Fitness Classes | HYROX | 1-1 & 2-1 Personal Training | Retreats
Payment options: (Please note all purchases are non-refundable). – Pay as you go. – Purchase a flexible bundle. – Take out a monthly membership for biggest savings.
What they provide: Light in the Dark Hypnotherapy, based in Carlisle, Cumbria, offers a range of services to help clients achieve a better, brighter future. Christine, a fully qualified Solution Focused Hypnotherapist and Psychotherapist, provides both online and in-person sessions. Services include confidence building, motivation enhancement, anxiety reduction, phobia treatment, and anger management. Christine also offers specialised sessions for improving sports performance and smoking cessation.
What they provide: Ribeiro Ceremonies offers a range of personalised and heartfelt services to celebrate life’s special moments. Whether you’re planning a wedding, vow renewal, baby naming, business launch, or funeral, Celebrant Theresa ensures each ceremony is unique and memorable. Weddings are crafted with a fun, feminist, and inclusive approach, while vow renewals and baby namings are tailored to celebrate love and new beginnings. Business launches and funerals are also handled with care, providing bespoke ceremonies that reflect your needs and wishes. Theresa’s goal is to create ceremonies that are laid-back, engaging, and full of emotion, making every occasion truly special.
What they provide: Menopause Body & Mind offers a comprehensive approach to help women manage menopause symptoms effectively. Here are the key services provided:
Holistic Support: Empowering women with tools to reduce menopause symptoms, boost energy levels, and regain confidence.
Expert Guidance: Led by a certified specialist with years of study and experience in menopause-related issues.
Community and Resources: Providing a supportive environment and reliable information, avoiding contradictory advice often found online.
Personalised Solutions: Tailored strategies to help women feel beautiful, confident, and great about themselves again.
What they provide: Pixel Tweaks Publications, based in Ulverston on the edge of the English Lake District, offers comprehensive book production and self-publishing services. Managed by Russell Holden, the company excels in converting manuscripts into professional publications, including both ebook and paperback formats. Clients praise Pixel Tweaks Publications for their professionalism, creativity, and prompt service, highlighting their ability to handle everything from formatting manuscripts to designing book covers and setting up websites. Pixel Tweaks is known for its reliable, friendly, and personal service, making it a go-to choice for authors and businesses seeking high-quality graphic design and self-publishing solutions.
Eden Paving and Driveways is a reputable Cumbrian business specialising in the installation of high-quality driveways and paving, as well as crafting bespoke outdoor garden structures like fire pits. They are known for transforming outdoor spaces into beautiful, calming oases, catering to both domestic and commercial clients. With a strong presence in locations such as Bowness-on-Windermere, Penrith, Ambleside, Carlisle, Brampton, and Keswick, they have garnered a significant following and positive reviews for their work. Their commitment to excellence is evident in their detailed craftsmanship and the value they bring to enhancing the aesthetic appeal of any property.
MBD Coaching Services offers personalized coaching services aimed at fostering freedom, choice, and empowerment in individuals’ lives. Through a combination of coaching, counselling, and mentoring, MBD helps clients overcome past challenges and release blocks that no longer serve them. The focus is on achieving good mental health, a positive mindset, and financial security, which together provide the foundation for making empowered decisions about time, energy, and money. This holistic approach enables clients to live a fulfilled life with peace of mind and greater happiness.
Lakes Sandwiches offers a high-quality alternative to mass-manufactured, processed foods. They pride themselves on using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients from cheeses to chutneys, supporting the community by creating jobs and partnering with local food producers.
Brandreth Foodsoffers homemade, nutritious meals delivered to customers’ doors. Inspired by the founders’ personal experience with elder care, the company provides a range of frozen dishes, including desserts and seasonal specialties, made with local ingredients. They emphasize convenience, recyclable packaging, and personal service, aiming to nourish both body and soul.
Copper Tree Growth Partners is a consultancy firm specialising in commercial management, sales strategy, and business development. With a focus on driving growth and maximising revenue, Copper Tree provides tailored solutions to help businesses achieve their growth objectives. Led by Founder Eve Halliday, Copper Tree combines expertise with a passion for empowering businesses and their teams to enable growth.
Cumbria Access & Maintenance Solutions is a tight-knit family business born from a love for heights and a commitment to safety. Founded by a duo of seasoned climbers, Cumbria Access & Maintenance Solutions specializes in rope access and elevated work solutions, serving local neighborhoods with precision and care. Despite its modest size, the company is renowned for its professionalism and community engagement. Each project is approached with a personal touch, emphasizing safety and client satisfaction above all else. Cumbria Access & Maintenance Solutions isn’t just a business; it’s a trusted partner in reaching new heights safely.
Lakes Estates is a trusted local estate agency based in Cumbria, Lake District, specialising in the sale and letting of premium properties. Their services include property valuations, and they boast a track record of excellence in handling high-quality properties. The agency prides itself on its dedicated professionals who provide expert guidance through every step of the property transaction, ensuring a positive experience for their clients. They also keep their clients informed with the latest property news and updates, emphasising their commitment to the local community and the real estate industry.
Umbria Green Heart is a purveyor of the finest food and wine from Umbria, known as the Green Heart of Italy. They offer a selection of premium Italian culinary delights that can be purchased online through their website. Additionally, for those who prefer a more personal shopping experience, Umbria Green Heart’s products are available at local markets in Cumbria, where customers can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere and direct interaction with the sellers. Whether online or in-person, Umbria Green Heart brings a taste of Italian tradition to the UK.
Company: Cowork.Ulverston within Ulverston Business Centre
What they provide:
Ulverston Business Centre (UBC) is a dynamic hub located in the heart of Ulverston Town Centre, offering a range of high-quality, flexible office accommodations. Catering to the evolving needs of modern businesses, UBC provides a variety of spaces from vibrant coworking areas to private offices suitable for up to six people. The centre is designed to support people-focused enterprises, fostering a professional environment where businesses can thrive. UBC’s facilities include two meeting rooms and communal kitchen areas, complementing the office spaces. They have a total of 30 rooms.
What they provide: All things pet! Located in the heart of Penrith at 16 Devonshire Arcade, Arcade Pet Store is a longstanding and family-run business that offers a wide variety of pet treats, accessories, and products as well as seasonal gifts and cards.
What they provide: Thea’s Lakeland Walks is an award-winning dog day care service located at High Hesket Business Park in Carlisle. They offer a variety of pet care services, including dog day care and pop-in visits, but do not provide overnight boarding. The business prides itself on being environmentally conscious, DBS checked, canine first aid trained, and insured. Services are available in Cumbria and surrounding areas, and they ensure all client information is kept private and secure. The business operates Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm.
What they provide: K C Pet Treats (Cumbrian based company) who offers a wide range of natural dog treats, including bully sticks, beef biltong, and mixed meaty treats. Additionally, they cater to bird owners with products like caged bird seed. Customers can purchase treats in bulk quantities, such as 1kg boxes or packs of multiple items. The store also provides specialized selections, including curated treat boxes for dogs, ensuring a mix of flavours and textures.
What they provide: Twinkletoes of Penrith is a family-run business that specialises in offering high-quality baby and children’s wear at competitive prices. They pride themselves on providing a wide selection of products coupled with friendly and reliable customer service. As authorised stockists for several notable brands, they aim to present unique quality products that are not commonly found in everyday shops such organic baby clothes.
What they provide: Award-winning Black Cat Distillery specialises in producing small batch, hand-crafted artisan gins with unique flavour profiles from a variety of botanicals. Their offerings include their award-winning Spicy Gin, Fruity Gin with pink peppercorn and pomegranate, Savoury Gin with Mediterranean herbs, and Christmas Gin with festive spices. They also conduct gin workshops and have a shop for their products. The distillery is inspired by historical tales and engages in charitable initiatives, such as fundraising 3 Dads Walking for the Papyrus Charity through their special gin releases.
What they provide: Business and Virtual Assistant support for SMEs and neurodiverse business owners. They help small business owners to concentrate on the tasks they enjoy whilst knowing the background administration is being completed. They also have a team with different specialisms ranging from bookkeeping, social media management and graphic design.
The Regional Supply Chain Network (RSCN) is looking to grow its members across Cumberland and Westmorland and Furness areas, to stimulate business growth for SME’s and local businesses across the region.
The Regional Supply Chain Network was originally set up by BAE Systems as part of their commitment to social value and sustainability. The Regional Supply Chain Network (RSCN) provides an opportunity for businesses across Cumbria (LA and CA postcodes), to get together and share knowledge, skills and experience, encouraging better understanding of the opportunities locally, collaborating together and creating an efficient and effective supply chain with sustainable growth throughout the region.
Part funded by Cumbria LEP, and free to businesses, the RSCN is looking to address local business challenges and promote their expertise across the region.
The RSCN is open to all local businesses. We would also welcome large organisations from outside the region who have an interest in supporting Cumbrian SME’s.
We are holding an event on Wednesday March 20th at Cartmel Racecourse, which will give local businesses an opportunity to shape the future of the network. To ensure collaboratively we can increase business growth in our region.
Anyone interested in attending the event or joining the RSCN please email hello@rscn.co.uk
Limited spaces are available for the event and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
The team at Home by Simon Rogan, Cumbria are thrilled to announce that they’ve been awarded four Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards.
The Cartmel based food retail business of internationally acclaimed chef Simon Rogan, whose pioneering farm-to-table ethos is centred on hyper local, sustainably grown, seasonal ingredients, received a total of four gold awards, one for each of the following products:
Home By Simon Rogan Lemon & Thyme Oil
Home By Simon Rogan Mushroom Salt
Home By Simon Rogan Coal Oil
Home By Simon Rogan Fennel Salt
Each of the gold award-winning products has been created by teams led by Our Farm Head Chef Liam Fitpatrick and Events & E-Commerce Head Chef Danny Cunningham, using surplus seasonal produce from Our Farm, Simon Rogan’s Farm in the Cartmel Valley. Our Farm was created with a clear vision in mind; to develop a harmonious relationship between cooking and growing.
As a direct result growers and chefs work side-by-side, applying the same ethos, drive and attention to detail to ensure that each ingredient, as much as possible is used to create components for dishes, whether as a sauce, oil, crumb or seasoning.
Any surplus is repurposed to preserve the abundance of produce from summer, utilising aged old methods including pickling, fermenting, preserving in oil, vinegar and salt. As well as more contemporary practices including dry aging, dehydrating – creating a range of artisanal products that adhere to Simon Rogan’s culinary ethos.
The Farm Shop & Deli Product Awards are unique as they assess the overall business model of products. The panel of judges review everything about the product including the value chain and branding, along with taste, ensuring products are not just great tasting but are well set to successfully sell in the independent sector.
This enhanced criterion gives business confirmation to buyers that an awarded product is worth stocking, and the judges included well known retailers and wholesalers such as Booths, The Gorgeous Food Company, Cotswold Fayre, Diverse Fine Foods and Kitchen Food Company.
This year, saw producers from across the UK enter products into numerous product categories including beverages, chilled and frozen desserts, chilled deli, condiments and sauces, fermented and smoked foods, meat, non-food, plant-based, preserves, savoury biscuits and snacks and sweet bakery and confectionery.
Commenting on the awards, Giorgio Rigali, Head of Communications, Exhibitions at William Reed commented: “Following another record-breaking year for entries, we are thrilled to announce our list of winners for 2024. NPD is critical to growth and these awards are unique, by way that producers get genuine informed feedback on their products and their business model which helps them refine their strategy. The list of winners truly highlights the quality and innovation that is available throughout the specialist retail sector, and we are delighted to be able to provide the opportunity for these businesses to have their products put in front of wholesalers, retailers and experts.”
Home by Simon Rogan E-Commerce & Events Manager, Brooke Vanhinsbergh, remarked: ‘’Winning four Farm Shop & Deli Product Gold Awards is truly amazing. The individual products themselves are part of a whole range of oils, vinegars, condiments, rubs, salts, infusions and specialist kitchen items we’ve developed for aspiring home chefs and food lovers. We’re constantly adding to our range of seasonal creations, which means that there’s always something new to try. All of which sit alongside our regular monthly ‘at home‘ menu offerings, available through the Home by Simon Rogan Shop website.’’
Events & E-Commerce Head Chef Danny Cunningham, said: “We’re over the moon that we’ve been awarded four gold Farm Shop & Deli Show Product Awards in our first year of entering the awards. We are especially pleased as these recognise the expertise of the growing team based at Our Farm, who produce many of the core ingredients in the range of products we sell. The chefs involved in developing our range for Home by Simon Rogan, as well as the entire team behind the scenes involved in the design, retail and distribution of everything we create, work so hard. So these awards acknowledge their dedication.’’
The range of Home by Simon Rogan products can be viewed here
Woodward SHE Ltd are working with Skills Fix to secure Skills Bootcamp funding to support Cumbrian learners.
We are hoping to secure funding for the following three Skills Bootcamps:
Skills Bootcamp 1 – Health and Safety
NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health
[10 days]
Skills Bootcamp 2 – Construction Safety
NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK)
[10 days]
Skills Bootcamp 3 – Environment and Sustainability
NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate
NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety
[10 days]
The Skills Bootcamps will all be classroom-based training courses delivered in various locations around Cumbria. The criteria for funding for the individual learner is that they are over 19, Cumbria based and their learning must lead to a positive outcome in the workplace. A learner can only benefit from funding for a single Skills Bootcamp in each funding round / financial year.
We need to to demonstrate a local demand for this training to be able to secure Skills Bootcamp funding for Cumbrian learners, so please let us know if any of these might be of interest to you or your colleagues.
Further information about Skills Bootcamp funding can be found in the attached flyer.
To register your interest in one of these Skills Bootcamps, with no committment, please contact Colette on: colette@skillsfix.co.uk
