tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71790003709511514352024-03-05T04:03:50.488-08:00Great PotentialGreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-63631911554030876702014-08-17T04:21:00.001-07:002014-08-17T04:21:54.907-07:00Mindfulness Initiative at Old Lodge Malton<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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‘Mindfulness moments’ focus provides antidote to modern hurry. <br /><br />‘Mindfulness Moments’ is to be introduced at The Old Lodge Malton in North Yorkshire in a move to help guests to enjoy a more relaxed and enjoyable stay.<br /><br />Mindfulness is a way of calming and connecting yourself, improving your awareness and shutting out negative thoughts. It does this without the kind of snobbery that might be associated with transcendental meditation.<br /><br />Mindfulness feels rather like yoga without the physical postures. At its most basic it involves being still, closing your eyes and paying attention to your breath. When your mind wanders you try to bring it back. This is far more powerful than it sounds and much harder, for it is really about leaving behind the anxieties that plague us.<br /><br />“The Old Lodge is a place where guests can practice mindfulness because we provide the space where people can take advantage of our stress free environment and especially the extended lawned gardens that are just perfect for easing anxiety. When guests tell us how relaxed and refreshed after a stay with us, I believe they have had a taste of ‘mindfulness’.” comments hotel director Tracey Holroyd. <br /><br />The hotel is also encouraging guests to adopt a technique recently pioneered in schools called ‘dot be’, which is shorthand for ‘stop, breathe and be’ which claims to help people in a variety of situations, whether in be facing business challenges, bullying or getting ready for a presentation in a conference or a sporting performance.<br /><br />“By having a focus on ‘mindfulness moments’ guests, both business and leisure, will leave relaxed and ready for their next challenge.” added Tracey. <br />- ENDS - <br />For further information please contact: Tracey Holroyd, director. <br />Tel: 01653 690570 Email: info@theoldlodgemalton.co.uk<br /><br />Press contact: John Gallery, Tel: 07967 032623 Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk<br /><br /><br />Notes for Editors: The Old Lodge is a stunning Tudor mansion set in beautiful grounds, on the edge of the historic Market town of Malton, near Pickering, North Yorkshire with 20 en-suite rooms, all with TV, DVD/CD player, tea & coffee facilities, plus a further 8 rooms in a renovated public house about 50 metres away, called The Old Lodgings. The Old Lodge has a beautiful antique wood panelled boardroom. It has adequate natural lighting, supplemented with overhead lights and lamps, with a window that can be shuttered to block out light if necessary.<br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-48259607653975496202014-06-17T16:12:00.000-07:002014-06-17T16:13:38.323-07:00Wait - and make better decisions initiativeHotel introduces ‘Wait and Make Better Decisions’ initiative for business guests with complimentary tea and coffee.<br />
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The Old Lodge Malton in North Yorkshire has introduced a new initiative for business guests that encourages them to take a slower approach to decisions and is providing complimentary* tea or coffee to encourage guests to stay longer and think.<br />
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The hotel has taken up suggestions provided by Professor Frank Partnoy a leading expert on finance from the University of San Diego whose recently published book ‘Wait: The Useful Art of Procrastination’ provides the inspiration.<br />
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Professor Partnoy argues that the onslaught of modern technology is leading us to forget that age-old wisdom and lose the art of waiting. He writes that the ‘crunch of technology’ dives us ‘to make instant decisions’ and follow our short-term animal instincts.<br />
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“When I read this, it occurred that many of our business guests may be in this situation for example, racing up and down the A64 to and from meetings and that they could take a leaf from Professor Partnoy’s book. The Old Lodge is an oasis of calm and we have introduced this to enable business guests to take a longer stop and an extra tea or coffee fill up so that they can have more thinking time,” comments hotel manager Eileen Lowery. <br />
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Business guests are encouraged to make the time to stop and will be provided with tips from Professor Partnoy’s book whilst enjoying their tea or coffee in the hotel’s extensive lounges and meeting rooms. (*Daily limits apply.)<br />
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For further information please contact: Eileen Lowery, hotel manager. <br />
Tel: 01653 690570 Email: info@theoldlodgemalton.co.uk<br />
Press contact: John Gallery, Tel: 07967 032623 Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk<br />
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Notes for Editors: The Old Lodge is a stunning Tudor mansion set in beautiful grounds, on the edge of the historic Market town of Malton, near Pickering, North Yorkshire with 20 en-suite rooms, all with TV, DVD/CD player, tea & coffee facilities, plus a further 8 rooms in a renovated public house about 50 metres away, called The Old Lodgings. The Old Lodge has a beautiful antique wood panelled boardroom. It has adequate natural lighting, supplemented with overhead lights and lamps, with a window that can be shuttered to block out light if necessary.GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-92081116828319813572014-06-17T08:39:00.000-07:002014-06-17T08:39:02.483-07:00Chinese journalists fact-finding visit to the World of James HerriotChinese journalists fact-finding visit to the World of James Herriot<br /><br />(Photograph below)<br />Nine Journalists from China made a fact-finding visit recently to the World of James Herriot and Yorkshire. The leader was Tamily Liu who is a Press & PR Marketing Executive and journalist along with eight colleagues from various magazines and newspapers covering China and Hong Kong.<br /><br />They were enthralled by the visit to the Centre and asked many questions about Alf Wight (James Herriot) and the books he wrote. The visit was arranged by Welcome to Yorkshire, VisitBritain and Virgin Atlantic. The group included Tamily Liu – VisitBritain escort; Tingting Qiu – Virgin Atlantic escort; Xiaming Cui – Travvel Blogger; Bo Liu – Madame FIGARO; Dong Wang – Tencent; Yu Feng – Global Times; Wei Zeng – My Vocation; Kun Zhu – New Weekly; Shu Qing He – New Weekly. <br /><br />Managing Director Ian Ashton welcomed the group and provided the full tour of the Centre. Following the visit, Ian presented a Chinese language version of James Herriot’s ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ to leader of the group, Tamily Liu. <br />(See picture - Tamily Liu is the second from the right, back row.)<br /><br />“This visit is another example of the importance of the World of James Herriot to its world wide audience. We have visitors from all over the world and this is one of the many throughout the year from schools, veterinary colleges and universitie<br /><br />The attraction recently launched the James Herriot Statue and Legacy Fund, an initiative to encourage people interested in animal welfare and veterinary work inspired by James Herriot. <br />- ENDS -<br />For further information please contact:<br />Ian Ashton, The World of James Herriot, 3 Kirkgate, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1PL<br />Tel: 01845 524234 E-mail: mail@worldofjamesherriot.com<br />Press Contact: John Gallery, Great Potential <br />Tel: 07967 032623 Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk<br />Notes to Editors:<br />The World of James Herriot is a unique tribute to Alf Wight, vet and author of the James Herriot stories. Based in his original surgery at 23 Kirkgate, Thirsk, North Yorkshire - the 'Skeldale House' of the Herriot books - it takes visitors on a journey back to the 1940s.<br /> <br />
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s. To have welcomed so many journalists from China in one visit is excellent news for us!“ comments The World of James Herriot managing director, Ian Ashton.GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-59610400849224557332014-06-11T10:55:00.000-07:002014-06-11T10:55:13.055-07:00Snydale Care Home celebrates 30th AnniversarySnydale Care Home celebrates 30th anniversary of continued family ownership – invitation to join ‘Memories and Moments’ charity initiative. <br /><br />Snydale Care Home near Normanton is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year and is inviting families whose parents or relatives, past and present have enjoyed the services and facilities at the Home to contribute to a new ‘Memories and Moments’ dementia research charity initiative.<br /><br />Snydale Care Home was conceived and developed by local builder Arthur Westerman in 1984 when he could not find a care home that would be suitable for his then ageing father-in-law. Arthur’s unfulfilled quest was satisfied when he found the site at Old Snydale near Normanton in 1974 and began building the care home to his own specification. Snydale Care Home was the first ever purpose-built in the area and is now one of five strong in the Warmest Welcome Group in Yorkshire. <br /><br />The new charity initiative is being launched to coincide with the anniversary and will raise funds for dementia research which is an increasing condition amongst the population and which management and staff are experiencing amongst residents at Snydale and other homes in the group.<br /><br />“When my father set up Snydale Care Home it was for all the right reasons and we are very proud to have been able to continue his original vision to deliver person-centred kind of care for our residents.” Comments Warmest Welcome chairman Tracey Holroyd, the founder ‘s daughter.<br /><br />Families are invited to send photographs and letters about their relative’s experience at Snydale and to contribute to the new fund. Every pound raised will be matched by the company to double to fund, which will be put to dementia care charities.<br /><br />“Dementia is the increasingly prevalent condition today and we hope that by raising the issue and taking practical steps to contribute to more research it will help to reduce the effects this has on families in the long term.. Added Tracey.<br /><br />For further information please contact:<br /><br />Tracey Holroyd, chairman Warmest Welcome Care Homes Tel: 01924 895517 <br />Email: manager@snydalecarehome.co.uk Website: www.snydalecarehome.co.uk <br />Postal address: New Road, Old Snydale, West Yorkshire, WF7 6HD<br /><br />Media Contact: John Gallery. Great Potential Tel: 07967032623<br />Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk <br />
Notes for Editors: Snydale Care Home provides residential and day care for 24-hour Nursing, Residential and Dementia care, on a long term or respite basis for up to 52 Residents. Snydale Care Home is a member of independent Warmest Welcome Care Homes.<br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-7339887337895284792014-06-11T00:02:00.001-07:002014-06-11T00:02:35.641-07:00Novel Wedding Payment Scheme<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Novel initiative to buy a wedding in June at Western Event Park<br /><br />Pinewood Park, Scarborough’s Western themed event park is making an offer to couples with wedding plans that allows them to save up to £1500 on a wedding worth £6000. Only four couples will be able to take advantage of the initiative, which allows for up to 80 people to attend and stay at the site. <br /><br />Pinewood Park has experienced an increase in demand for weddings in the past three years as the rules about wedding venues have changed making it easier for couples to arrange weddings at unusual venues and at different times of day or night.<br /><br />From this new trend has emerged demand for more laid back weddings, where families can allow children to explore, have their own space and not be seen as a nuisance but as a necessity and adding to the festival atmosphere.<br /><br />“Weddings are a hoot here at Pinewood Park, as families absorb their surroundings and take in the remarkably different atmosphere it brings to their very special day. Our ‘Buy in June’ is limited but we wanted to help to reduce the cost for some families as we know from our own experience as a family how big a commitment a wedding can be.” comments Pinewood Park director, Kerry Woodhead. <br /><br />The buy in June wedding initiative is available for a selection of dates within the next 12 months and is on a first come, first served basis. <br /><br />“With the rising numbers of people seeking unusual, less formal venues for their wedding, we hope that this initiative will give couples options to consider that may not have otherwise occurred to them. There is nothing wrong with a formal wedding but for something informal and different we certainly think we are it!“ added Kerry.GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-80855417003242146692014-05-02T10:20:00.001-07:002014-05-02T10:21:09.098-07:00Leeds Met Students Organise Tourism Society Yorkshire Lunch and Seminar <br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;">Photograph shows L- R <br />John Gallery, Helen Taylor, Millie Jackson, Loren Short, Emma Whittaker, Becky Kenny, Charlotte Hammond. </span></i><br />
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News Release 2nd May 2014<br />
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Leeds Met University Students stage Tourism Society Yorkshire Spring Lunch and Seminar with Yorkshire Grit and Gumption Theme. <br />
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When: Thursday 1st May 2014 - Where: Leeds Industrial Museum<br />
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Tourism operators heard from four speakers with a Yorkshire theme about different activities both local and regional at a lunch held at Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mill Leeds on Thursday 1st May.<br />
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The event was planned, organised and executed by six students of event management at Leeds Metropolitan University for the Yorkshire branch of the Tourism Society. Presentations included:<br />
• Sally Tierney, The Yorkshire Garden Designer, explained how a well-designed garden can be a key part of the First Impression, so important for tourism businesses and how this can contribute significantly to the bottom line. Sally provided visual examples and inexpensive tips that can make a real difference. <br />
• Keith Madeley, company director and chairman of The Yorkshire Society and popular business personality known as ‘Mr Yorkshire’ explained how his charity work, education advocacy and Yorkshire Society activities contribute to the education and economy in the region. Keith also explained the Yorkshire Suit, a symbol of the woollen industry in the region.<br />
• Alex Blackman, business development executive at Welcome to Yorkshire enthusiastically explained how Yorkshire is planning and executing the Tour de France Grand Depart in July with ideas and advice about how businesses can and are taking advantage of the largest free to view sporting event in the calendar.<br />
• Laura Knowles of the Yorkshire Blue Badge Guides Association provided details about the first official Yorkshire Tour Guide programme to be staged in 20 years. The course is the most senior level training for tour guides available and is recognised throughout the Tourism industry as the benchmark for Tourism Guiding. <br />
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“Tourism is one of the most important drivers in the economy and our events are designed to inform and engage operators; destination management organisations, consultants and other interested business people with the latest trends and activities in the industry on a national, regional and local level. Our annual Spring Lunch provided some interesting and useful insights into Yorkshire and each provided a perspective for guests to consider, challenge and contribute to.” comments Tourism Society Yorkshire chairman John Gallery. <br />
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The students arranged a special tour of the Leeds Industrial Museum during the event when delegates heard the history of the woollen industry and viewed the extensive range of industrial machinery and other artefacts demonstrating this important industry in the Yorkshire region.<br />
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“Working with these six enthusiastic students has been an excellent experience and hopefully by providing them with the opportunity to stage a live event as part of their course projects, we have contributed to their progress into this important sector of tourism. We shall be doing this with the University more often in future”, added John Gallery. <br />
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Further information: The Tourism Society Yorkshire, Chairman, John Gallery<br />
Tel: 0845 838 6338 Mobile: 07967 032623 Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk<br />
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Notes for Editors:<br />
The Yorkshire branch of the Tourism Society provides an educational forum for people in all sectors of the tourism industry and stages events several times a year with an interesting mix of speakers and at various locations throughout the Yorkshire Region. It is part of the national Tourism Society that organises seminars, education and is a wide network for people working in all aspects of the Tourism sector. Its annual Symposium takes place on 2nd and 3rd June 2014 in Liverpool as part of the international Festival of Business. GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-70772714298403801492014-04-28T15:07:00.001-07:002014-04-28T15:07:18.619-07:00Herriot Scoops SCOOT Gold Award<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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28th April 2014<br />World of James Herriot scoops SCOOT Headline Award<br /><br />The World of James Herriot in Thirsk has today won Gold in the coveted SCOOT Headline Awards.<br />The annual SCOOT Awards is one of the most prestigious business awards in the UK that recognises and rewards the successes and achievements of British businesses, large and small. Actress and TV personality Ebony Feare presented the award to Ian Ashton, managing director of The World of James Herriot.<br />SCOOT, the leading online business directory, is keen to help local, regional and national businesses to maximise their commercial potential by bringing them and their achievements to the attention of a massive new audience.<br />“This is a real boost for the World of James Herriot which welcomes guests from all over the world. The SCOOT Gold Headline Award follows hotly on the heels of our recent Highly Commended Award in the Welcome to Yorkshire White Rose Awards and the launch of the James Herriot Statue and Legacy Fund. To have been successful against such stiff national competition is testament to the tremendous efforts that our team at The World of James Herriot make in delivering a quality visitor experience”, comments The World of James Herriot managing director and chairman of the Herriot Country Tourism Group, Ian Ashton.<br />ENDS<br />For further information please contact:<br />Ian Ashton, World of James Herriot, 23 Kirkgate, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1PL<br />Tel: 01845 524234 E-mail: mail@worldofjamesherriot.com <br />Press Contact: John Gallery, Great Potential. Tel: 07967 032623 <br />E-mail: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk <br />Notes for Editors: The World of James Herriot is located in the original home and surgery of the author in the market town of Thirsk. The attraction was formally owned by Hambleton District Council and is now operated as a private business. It is the focus for the Herriot Country Tourism Group, the destination marketing membership organisation that includes hotels, guesthouses, self-catering and other visitor attractions in the area. <br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-2927091671917522972014-03-26T23:53:00.002-07:002014-03-26T23:53:48.223-07:00Detour de France<b>‘Detour de France’ joint initiative at The Old Lodge Malton and Pinewood Park Wild West Themed Events Park Scarborough.</b><br /><br />The Old Lodge Malton and Scarborough’s Pinewood Park Wild West Theme venue have announced a ‘Detour de France’ joint initiative for Summer 2014.<br />The two businesses have teamed up to develop this offer in order to provide an alternative holiday option for visitors to Yorkshire when the Tour de France Grand Depart takes place in July 2014.<br /><br />“We have a very different venue here at Pinewood Park and whilst we are delighted that Welcome to Yorkshire secured the Grand Depart in Yorkshire, we are hoping that visitors following the Tour’s marketing campaign will come to Scarborough and learn how they can enjoy the Yorkshire Coast and experience our unique accommodation and service.” comments Kerry Woodhead director of Pinewood Park.<br /><br />Eileen Lowery, general manager at The Old Lodge Malton said; “We were more than disappointed when the route was announced and does not include Malton but also realised that there will be some people who are not interested in the Cycle Race and this initiative will provide an excellent alternative. There are also potential opportunities for followers of ‘Le Tour’ to extend their stay to discover our part of Yorkshire after the weekend.”<br /> <br />Concerned that Malton and Scarborough’s part in this world spectacular is not limited by the geography of ‘Le Route’ but optimistic that their offer will be taken up by visitors whether they be following ’Le Tour’ or not both businesses will provide accommodation options and a series of activities as part of the initiative including:<br />For Cycling Enthusiasts:<br />• Route planner from 'Le Tour Route' to The Old Lodge Malton and Pinewood Park Scarborough.<br />• Cycling Route Options around Malton and Scarborough<br />• List of Cycling Shops/Specialists in the area<br />• Learn to Talk Tyke for overseas visitors to Yorkshire<br />For non-cycling enthusiasts:<br />Alternatives activities to cycling - to watch or participate in.<br />'How to avoid the Tour de France' checklist.<br />Cycling ‘impossibles’ - routes that cyclists would avoid but ideal for driving.<br />Cycling without Wheels - Special Interest Walking Routes around Malton and Scarborough.<br /><br />In a joint statement Kerry Woodhead and Eileen Lowery said: “The Grand Depart is a fantastic showcase for Yorkshire and we feel it is important that parts of the County such as ours that are not on Le Tour route will have equal benefits. The Detour de France offer provides different accommodation options and is part of our joint effort to keep visitors coming back and to encourage the cycling audience to extend their visit to the Moors, Wolds and Coast. “ <br /><br />- ENDS -<br /><br />Notes for editors: <br /><br />For something a little less conventional, the cowboy-themed Pinewood Park on Racecourse Road, Scarborough is an outdoor and indoor venue. Woody's Barn is an emporium of all things Wild West and can hold 80 delegates standing or 60 seated for £40 per hour. A separate field and small wooded area are available for outdoor activities, while overnight accommodation includes native American Indian tipis, cowboy <br />tents, wagons and camping shacks that sleep three people each.<br /><br />Contact: Kerry and Dave Woodhead Tel: 01723 367278 / 07787 378111<br />info@pinewoodpark.co.uk Web: www.pinewoodpark.co.uk<br /><br /><br />The Old Lodge Malton is a stunning Tudor mansion set in beautiful grounds, on the edge of the historic Market town of Malton, near Pickering, North Yorkshire with 20 en-suite rooms, all with TV, DVD/CD player, tea & coffee facilities, plus a further 8 rooms in a renovated public house about 50 metres away, called The Old Lodgings. The Old Lodge has a beautiful antique wood panelled boardroom. It has adequate natural lighting, supplemented with overhead lights and lamps, with a window that can be shuttered to block out light if necessary.<br /><br />Contact: Eileen Lowery, hotel manager. Tel: 01653 690570 <br />Email: info@theoldlodgemalton.co.uk Web: www.theoldlodgemalton.co.uk <br /><br />Press Contact: Please contact: John Gallery, Great Potential T: 07967 032623 <br />Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk<br /><br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-47036284403596726242013-12-04T12:23:00.000-08:002013-12-04T12:23:19.704-08:00December 2013<br /><br />Hotel team member invents new concept… ‘Yppah Rouh’…<br /><br />Team member Garry Evans at the Best Western Crown Hotel Boroughbridge has invented a new dining and drinking concept to support the hotel’s recent refurbishment.<br /><br />Known as ‘Yppah Rouh’, the concept is to be rolled out as a precursor to Christmas when guests are in the town centre taking advantage of the Boroughbridge late night shopping hours. <br /><br />“Our policy of continuous improvement for our team is paying off as this is the best new idea that we have had since achieving the Best Western Customer Service Award earlier this year. Garry’s initiative was spotted when he was preparing posters for the hotel window display and without question we have decided to adopt it. We have a great team of people here at the Crown and Garry can count himself as one of the best.” comments hotel general manager Emma Lee.<br /><br />The hotel has recently completed a tasteful refurbishment of all of the ground floor areas including lobby, lounges and meetings and banqueting suites. <br /><br />Garry’s idea revolves around a new reverse spelling test, which challenges even the most alert observers to identify what Yppah Rouh means. Anyone guessing the correct answer will receive a free drink on the house for every drink they buy.<br /><br />“We are a small hotel with limited resources but we do have a dedicated team whose focus is on customer satisfaction. Garry will of course be expected to progress his CDP (Continuing Professional Development) when he next prepares a window display and this will include looking at the sign from the outside before sticking up the letters.” added Emma.<br /><br />For further information please contact:
<br />Emma Lee, General Manager, Best Western Crown Hotel<br />Horsefair, Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire, YO51 9LB<br />Tel: 01423 322328 Email: emma@crownboroughbridge.co.uk<br /><br />Press contact:<br />John Gallery, Great Potential Tel: 07967 032623 <br />Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk<br /><br />Notes for Editors:<br /><br />The Best Western Crown Hotel is a 37 bedroomed former 16th Century coaching inn and includes conference suites for up to 120 delegates, restaurant, bar and a leisure club with heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite.GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-78777107982460805092013-07-29T14:24:00.000-07:002013-07-29T14:24:41.806-07:00News Release 29th July 2013<br /><br />OXO’s Restaurant on The Mount opens at Mount Royale hotel York <br />- family favourite returns – Photo-call Thursday, 1st August, 13.00<br /><br />The Mount Royale Hotel York has opened OXO’s Restaurant on The Mount in a return to the hotel’s traditional family-operated full service dining. <br /><br />The Oxtoby family have owned and operated the Mount Royale Hotel since 1967 and for many years gained a fine reputation for dining and quality service as OXO’s restaurant. The new OXO’s Restaurant on The Mount is a return to this quality and care serving traditional British and European food with a modern twist. <br /><br />“Guests experience of the hotel is paramount and following a period when the restaurant has been leased to other operators we have decided that we can deliver that overall experience from our own team and resources.” Comments hotel director Stuart Oxtoby.<br /><br />OXO’s Restaurant on The Mount is offering a choice of dining styles and menus with the focus on local suppliers and ingredients with a wine list that has been devoloped to make food and wine matching simple but interesting and enjoyable. A new team of long standing members of staff has been brought together with Russell Johnson, head chef, leading the kitchen team. OXO’s Restaurant on the Mount will open seven days a week for dinner plus Sunday Lunch and is open to resident and non-resident diners and private lunch parties can be reserved in advance. The hotel also operates a ‘Breakfast Club’ that provides non-resident business and leisure guests with informal meeting place and a hearty breakfast to start the day.<br /><br />“Guests have often said that they would like to see a return to how the restaurant was managed by the family and we have come up with a formula that we think will delight and entertain. We’re not revealing everything about our plans yet, but there is a definite return to way that my mother and father operated OXO’s from 1967 onwards.” adds Stuart Oxtoby.<br /><br />For further information please contact: Stuart Oxtoby, director, The Mount Royal Hotel, The Mount, York, YO24 1GU Tel: 01904 628856 <br />Email: info@mountroyale.co.uk Website: www.mountroyale.co.uk<br />Press contact: John Gallery, Great Potential. Tel: 07967 032623<br />Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk <br /><br />Notes for Editors: The Mount Royale Hotel was founded by Richard and Christine Oxtoby in 1967, the hotel was formerly two private houses built during the reign of William IV (1830 - 1837) and offers 24 bedrooms all with wireless internet, there is also a bar with a coal fire and OXO’s Restaurant on the Mount offering locally sourced produce. Other facilities include an onsite heated outdoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub open all year set in English Gardens and a beauty centre with spa treatments.<br /><br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-41015519424395756672013-07-23T03:57:00.000-07:002013-07-23T03:57:48.080-07:00Bearded dragon born to be named Prince News Release 23rd July 2013<br /><br />Bearded dragon born on same day as Royal baby – baby lizard to be named after Prince of Cambridge <br /><br />Western-style Pinewood Park near Scarborough has had its own ‘royal baby’ hatch on the same day as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s newborn.<br /><br />Jordon Woodhead is developing a new reptile house at western-themed Pinewood Holiday Park near Scarborough and the bearded dragon ‘baby’ is the latest edition to his collection. <br /><br />“Jordan has enthusiastically been developing his reptile house this summer and intends opening it to the guests and visitors at Pinewood this August. The new addition is very timely and Jordan has decided to name it after the new Prince.“ comments Dave Woodhead, Jordan’s father and director of Pinewood Park.<br /><br />Jordan’s reptile house includes a 14’ albino Burmese python, reticulated pythons, a rock python, bearded dragons, a chameleon, a blue tongues skink, corn snakes, yellow bellied sliders and muck turtles, an alligator snapping turtle, a Nile water monitor, an Asian Water monitor, a snapping turtle, a quince monitor lizard, a tegu lizard and a Caiman Alligator.<br />Jordan is the youngest person in the UK to hold a dangerous wild animal license, which then allows him to own such animals as the Caiman. <br />As well as having success at breeding bearded dragons, his large snapping turtle is currently in a breeding programme, and Jordan is hopeful there will be new additions to his collection in the future.<br />Jordan has owned and loved reptiles since he was 10 years old, but decided to turn his passion into a business, after completing a Travel and Tourism and Business course at Scarborough Sixth Form College, and is looking forward to this new challenge. <br /><br />Jordan said: “I’m really excited about opening my hobby up to all of our guests and for the newest addition to arrive on the same day as the Royal baby is an added bonus.“<br />- ENDS -<br />For further information please contact:<br /><br />Kerry and Dave Woodhead Tel: 01723 367278 / 07787 378111<br />info@pinewood-holiday-park.co.uk Web: www.pinewoodpark.co.uk<br /><br />Press Contact: John Gallery T: 07967 032623 johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk <br /><br />Notes for Editors: For something a little less conventional, the cowboy-themed Pinewood Holiday Park on Racecourse Road, Scarborough is an outdoor and indoor venue. Woody's Barn is an emporium of all things Wild West and can hold 80 delegates standing or 60 seated for £40 per hour. A separate field and small wooded area are available for outdoor activities, while overnight accommodation includes native American Indian tipis, cowboy tents, wagons and camping shacks that sleep three people e<br /><br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-63144164442018490292013-07-01T04:14:00.000-07:002013-07-01T04:14:14.538-07:00Bedern Hall Foundation Launched - Lady Cobham, chairman of VisitEngland to speak at York dinner<br />
Lady Cobham to speak at inaugural Bedern Hall Foundation Dinner<br />- medieval hall launches £30k fund raising initiative.<br />Where: Cedar Court Grand Hotel York - When: Thursday 31st October 2013 <br /><br />The inaugural dinner of the Bedern Hall Foundation is to be held on Thursday 31st October 2013 at the Cedar Court Grand Hotel and Spa York, The event is to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the laying of the restoration foundation stone and Lady Cobham, chairman of VisitEngland will speak about the importance of our built heritage in Britain and its value to the visitor economy. <br /><br />Thirty years ago Sir Peter Shepherd on behalf of the Bedern Hall Guilds of York laid the new foundation stone to restore and preserve this important building for the City. In the intervening years the Hall has provided a hall for hire and social occasions venue for the benefit of the people of York and for visitors attending events from around the world. <br />The Bedern Hall Foundation is being launched to secure Bedern Hall’s next thirty years and beyond with a new vision for the Hall that encompasses; education; preservation and accessibility. <br /><br />“The Bedern Hall Foundation aims to raise £30,000 annually to enable this vision to be realised and the dinner on 31st October will be the beginning of a new era for the Hall that will secure its future for the next generations. The Bedern Hall Guilds are delighted that Lady Cobham has agreed to speak at the dinner.” comments Roger Lee, director of the Bedern Hall Company and Time and Place Catering who operates the Hall. Bookings for the event can be made online at http://bedernhallfoundation.eventbrite.co.uk/<br /><br />For further information and to be included in the invitations for the inaugural dinner please contact: Roger Lee, Time and Place Caterers, Bedern Hall, St Andrewgate, Bedern, York YO1 7AL Tel: 01904 653698 Email: roger@bedernhall.co.uk Website: www.bedernhall.co.uk Press Contact: John Gallery, Great Potential, Tel: 07967 032623<br />Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk <br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-36418958983286356762013-04-12T12:41:00.003-07:002013-04-12T12:44:52.493-07:00World of James Herriot announces 'Coup'News Release April 2013<br />
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‘Coup’ at World of James Herriot! - Six different breeds of Hens introduced and Name the Hens Contest announced.<br />
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The World of James Herriot in Thirsk is continuing to add new experiences for visitors to the attraction that encourages ‘hands on’ interest especially for children.<br />
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The new Hens follow the recently announced installation of the largest individual collection of Herriot memorabilia secured from a private collector, a World War II Air-Raid shelter in the the attraction’s cellar and a model railway. <br />
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The Hens have been acquired from Long Acre Bed & Breakfast, Thirsk, who keep hens for the eggs for guest breakfasts and is a Member of the Herriot Country Tourism Group. The Hens are intended to encourage the children of families and school groups visiting to enjoy a live experience that will be reminiscent of the scenes James Herriot had in his time on farms and small holdings in the villages of his working area. <br />
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“We are introducing many new experiences this year and it seemed appropriate that we actually have live animals on site which is what James Herriot would have been dealing with every day. Introducing the Hens, which are easily managed, is a simple yet interesting experiment that will add value to everyone’s visit young and old”. comments The World of James Herriot managing director, Ian Ashton.<br />
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The Hens are now on site and a children’s competition is to be held to name them with a prize of free entry to the attraction for the family of the winning child. Family’s Schools and children’s groups should write to Ian Ashton to enter the competition at mail@worldofjamesherriot.com<br />
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The World of James Herriot is a unique tribute to Alf Wight, vet and author of the James Herriot stories. Based in his original surgery at 23 Kirkgate, Thirsk, North Yorkshire - the 'Skeldale House' of the Herriot books - it takes visitors on a journey back to the 1940s.<br />
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Attached photograph: Left to Right, Will aged 7 and Ava 5 Chesney, from Doncaster. and Kelis Holmes aged 8 from Thirsk.<br />
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For further information please contact:<br />
Ian Ashton, The World of James Herriot, 3 Kirkgate, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1PL<br />
Tel: 01845 524234 E-mail: mail@worldofjamesherriot.com<br />
Press Contact: John Gallery, Great Potential. Tel: 07967 032623 <br />
E-mail: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk <br />
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Notes for Editors:<br />
The World of James Herriot is located in the original home and surgery of the author in the market town of Thirsk. The attraction was formally owned by Hambleton District Council and is now operated as a private business. It is the focus for the Herriot Country Tourism Group, the destination marketing membership organisation that includes hotels, guest houses, self-catering and other visitor attractions in the area. <br />
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<br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-48788554239801024862013-04-07T12:17:00.001-07:002013-04-07T12:17:28.462-07:00Free Wedding Venue Opportunity at Bedern Hall's First Wedding FairNews Release 5th April 2012<br /><br />FREE Wedding Venue opportunity for Wedding Fair attendees at Bedern Hall<br /><br />Photo-call: Wednesday 10th April 2013, 12 Noon.<br /><br />Bedern Hall the historic meetings and event venue in the centre of York is staging its first Wedding Fair on Sunday 14th April from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and is providing the opportunity to one couple to have the venue FREE of charge for their wedding. <br /><br />Bedern Hall has teamed up with York Wedding Deals to showcase this intimate venue and attendees will meet the friendly team, enjoy a glass of ‘bubbles’ and samples of food whilst talking to local wedding services businesses.<br /><br />“We are delighted to be able to help couples plan their special day. This event will show people how an intimate and historic venue such as Bedern Hall can create a memorable and enjoyable experience for the couple, family and friends. We will also demonstrate the good value and the opportunity to arrange other wedding services under one roof on the day.” comments Roger Lee director of Bedern Hall.<br /><br />In addition to the venue, prospective wedding couples can meet up to 16 other wedding services companies including wedding gowns, photographers, vintage cars, wedding cakes; jewellery and others, plus there will be discounts on many of these services when booked on the day. Additional prize opportunities will also be available from the participating businesses.<br /><br />“One couple will be really happy as we intend to announce the prize of the FREE wedding venue on the day of the Wedding Fair.” adds Roger.<br /><br />Registration to attend the Wedding fair is at www.bedernhall.co.uk <br /><br />Photo-call: Press Photographers are invited to a 1950’s Vintage inspired display provide by Wedding Network Partners on Wednesday 10th April at 12 Noon at Bedern Hall. <br /><br />ENDS<br /><br />For further information please contact: Roger Lee, Time and Place Caterers, Bedern Hall, St Andrewgate, Bedern, York YO1 7AL Tel: 01904 653698 <br />Email: roger@bedernhall.co.uk Website: www.bedernhall.co.uk <br />Press Contact: John Gallery, Great Potential, Tel: 07967 032623<br />Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk <br />• Notes to Editors: Bedern Hall caters for up to 80 delegates for a sit-down meal or conference in the main hall plus a smaller suite for up to 25 guests. Bedern Hall is owned by the Guilds of York. The Hall is licensed for civil wedding ceremonies. <br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-83236707873480693582013-03-25T02:22:00.002-07:002013-03-25T02:22:46.618-07:00Events Park near Scarborough has a ‘late breaking’ ‘All Weather’ camping EasterWild West Pinewood Holiday and Events Park near Scarborough has a ‘late breaking’ ‘All Weather’ camping Easter ‘Egg-travaganza’ available.<br /><br />Over Easter weekend guests can enjoy a break in ‘all-weather’ camping accommodation at Pinewood Holiday and Events Park near Scarborough. Pinewood’s Western Wagons and Cowboy Camping Shacks are insulated and double-glazed, with lighting, cosy heating and beds. The Shacks have the added advantage of a covered veranda for outdoor eating, and for extra convenience, the Wagons have a fridge, toaster, kettle and microwave.<br /><br />“We know that people are looking forward to the first Bank Holiday of 2013 but are concerned about the economy, the weather and perhaps the high cost of going abroad. So, our Easter break should provide a welcome fillip and cost-effective way to enjoy the Easter Break.” comments Kerry Woodhead director of Pinewood Park.<br /><br />During the Easter school holiday break between Good Friday and Easter Sunday a special Egg Challenge is also available for guests to follow with real free-range eggs placed around the site some of which will be boiled and some uncooked. Prizes for the most found of each will be awarded. One egg will be neither raw nor boiled but will have enclosed within it a prize of a return two-night break for the lucky finder. <br /><br />“People tell us how much they enjoy the atmosphere here and at Easter we want to create a family fun time and for at least a few days allow people to escape any gloomy news.” adds Kerry.<br />ENDS<br />For more information please contact: Dave and Kerry Woodhead, Pinewood Holiday and Events Park, Racecourse Road, Scarborough, YO12 5GT. Tel: 01723 367278 / 07787378111 Email:
info@pinewood-holiday-park.co.uk <a href="http://www.pinewood-holiday-park.co.uk/">www.pinewood-holiday-park.co.uk</a><br /><br />Notes for editors: The Easter ‘Egg-travaganza’ provides a Family of 4 a 2 night stay over Easter, from £99, with free Easter Eggs for the kids, free souvenirs and a £30 voucher for return summer visits. <br />There are various dates to choose from. Guests can bring dogs along in the Camping Shacks at no extra charge.<br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-49702062408614501522013-03-22T03:33:00.000-07:002013-03-22T03:33:01.843-07:00World of James Herriot New AttractionsWorld War II Air-Raid Shelter & Model Railway - News Release - March 2013<br /><br />Latest developments at World of James Herriot announced.<br />World War II Air-Raid Shelter and Herriot Country Model Railway added to visitor experience.<br /><br />Photo-Call: Friday 22nd March 2013 - 09.00<br /><br />Continuing developments at the World of James Herriot in Thirsk are adding a refreshing new look to the visitor attraction as renewed interest in the James Herriot legacy grows.<br /><br />The World of James Herriot is a unique tribute to Alf Wight, vet and author of the James Herriot stories. Based in his original surgery at 23 Kirkgate, Thirsk, North Yorkshire - the 'Skeldale House' of the Herriot books - it takes visitors on a journey back to the 1940s.<br /><br />The attraction recently announced the installation of the largest individual collection of Herriot memorabilia secured from a private collector and the latest developments include the recreation of a World War II Air-Raid shelter in the the attraction’s cellar. The new area demonstrates the conditions of 1940’s wartime Britain in which period many of the James Herriot stories are set. Sounds, smells and artefacts create the illusion of the real-life conditions that existed during the frightening air-raids over Britain in World War II. <br /><br />“We are bringing these interpretations to whole new generation of Herriot fans and the Air-Raid shelter has an authentic atmosphere that gives visitors an experience that is, for older visitors, a reminder of that frightening past and for younger ones an educational experience to inform and help them to understand the harsh reality of that period”. comments The World of James Herriot Managing Director, Ian Ashton.<br /><br />Some episodes of the extremely popular TV series ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ included the WWII years and the new section recreates this in a practical and experiential format on the same principal as the other parts of the attraction.<br /><br />In addition to the Air-Raid Shelter a new Model Railway has also been installed with scenes of the rural railway network that existed at the time. Visitors will be able to operate the railway which has been created and built by the attraction’s maintenance manager, Clive Thompson.<br /><br />Photo-call: Press photographers are invited for photographic opportunities at the World of James Herriot Attraction on Friday 22nd March 2013 at 09.00 onwards. <br /><br />ENDS<br /><br />For further information please contact:<br />Ian Ashton, The World of James Herriot, 3 Kirkgate, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7 1PL<br />Tel: 01845 524234 E-mail: mail@worldofjamesherriot.com<br /><br />Notes to Editors:<br />The World of James Herriot is located in the original home and surgery of the author in the market town of Thirsk. The attraction was formally owned by Hambleton District Council and is now operated as a private business. It is the focus for the Herriot Country Tourism Group, the destination marketing membership organisation that includes hotels, guest houses, self-catering and other visitor attractions in the area. <br />GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-21998998874392057342013-03-21T16:10:00.001-07:002013-03-22T03:30:42.194-07:00York College and Bedern Hall York team up - News Release March 2012<br />
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Historic York venue introduces student initiative with York College <br />
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Photo-call: Wednesday 27th March 9am<br />
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Bedern Hall the historic meetings and event venue in the centre of York is introducing a new initiative to engage students studying building at York College to utilise the building as part of their course work.<br />
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A total of 24 students studying Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment, and one student studying HND in Construction, will use the property this year for their building surveying and conversion and adaptation modules. They will undertake a building and measured survey to record the current condition as well as consider alternative uses and possible alterations and expansion. <br />
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Says York College tutor Dean Starkey: “We are delighted to have this working relationship with Bedern Hall as it provides our students with a great opportunity to learn about the skills of the past and to contribute their own ideas about how the building might be preserved and used in the future. This will be an excellent contribution to their course.”<br />
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Students will be visiting the venue for the first time on Wednesday 27th March and on subsequent dates throughout the year as part of their course work. Press photographers are invited to this first visit for photographic opportunities on Wednesday 27th March at 9am.<br />
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“We are a community venue and it is important to continue to develop and we have been actively introducing local initiatives as part of our marketing and delivery strategy. Bedern Hall is owned by the Guilds of York, one of which is the Guild of Building and we hope that this initiative will help to sustain our links with the builders of the past and the future and provide an interesting and enjoyable experience for those involved.” comments Bedern Hall director Roger Lee.<br />
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For further information please contact: Roger Lee, Time and Place Caterers, Bedern Hall, St Andrewgate , Bedern, York YO1 7AL Tel: 01904 653698 <br />
Email: roger@bedernhall.co.uk Website: www.bedernhall.co.uk <br />
Press Contact: John Gallery, Great Potential, Tel: 07967 032623<br />
Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk <br />
• Notes to Editors: Bedern Hall caters for up to 80 delegates for a sit-down meal or conference in the main hall plus a smaller suite for up to 25 guests. Bedern Hall is owned by the Guilds of York.GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-18050312792618147132013-02-19T13:19:00.000-08:002013-03-22T03:31:06.382-07:00Medieval Meets Modern at Bedern Hall York - New Release 19th February 2013<br />
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‘Medieval meets Modern’ Hybrid Meeting Event at Bedern Hall York.<br />
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Great Potential the York-based Business Tourism Consultancy has teamed up with Saville AV and client venue Bedern Hall to bring together a FREE special event about Hybrid Meetings.<br />
On 21st February between 2pm and 4pm guests will learn how Hybrid Meetings can boost business, increase attendance and create a buzz that will make events more special. <br />
Paul Cook is director of the Hybrid Event Centre and will deliver his presentation from London into the historic and medieval Bedern Hall, York using Saville AV's latest Hybrid Meetings technology.<br />
Guests will hear Paul's presentation and have the opportunity to ask questions live as if he is in the room. This technology is growing in popularity has advantages for both meeting planners and venues and is surprisingly inexpensive. Guests will learn how and why on the day.<br />
“The meetings and events industry is worth £36b to the UK economy and this technology is helping to create new opportunities to stage live events and include people from around the world without them having to travel. Demonstrating how this works at Bedern Hall one of York’s smaller medieval venues and with York-based Saville AV providing the equipment seemed most appropriate. comments Great Potential director, John Gallery.<br />
The event is open to all meeting and event planners; venue operators; hoteliers, media and professional communicators. Great Potential has organised a familiarisation visit to York for a group of professional event bookers who will be attending the event to see the technology in action. Local business and event organisers are also welcome and can book their free place via http://medievalmeetsmodern.eventbrite.co.uk/<br />
Great Potential’s sister video production company Little Genie Media will be recording the event for distribution afterwards.<br />
For more information please contact John Gallery <br />
Tel: 07967 032623 Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk<br />
Notes for Editors:<br />
Saville AV and the Great Potential Consultancy are both York-based businesses collaborating with Bedern Hall to stage this event. Both companies are involved in delivering services for meetings and conferences at venues and events throughout the UK and overseas. <br />
Saville AV is the UK's largest specialist supplier of audiovisual, multimedia and videoconferencing technology, with over 250 personnel in fourteen locations.<br />
Great Potential provides consultancy and marketing services to hotels, venues and tourism businesses and specialises in business tourism and events.<br />
Bedern Hall is owned by the Guilds of York and operated and managed by Roger Lee of Time and Place Catering.GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-47788466312368543362013-02-14T09:43:00.000-08:002013-02-14T09:52:47.949-08:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Little Genie Media - News Release 14th February 2013<br />
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High-end digital video production service launched with business results promise….<br />
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A new high quality video production service, Little Genie Media, has been launched to provide high definition digital business video at 'analogue' prices. <br />
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"The right kind of video grabs people's attention and holds them longer but tells your story in less time. It also can bring your ideas and products to life, creates a buzz and makes your website more 'sticky'. " comments creative director Graham Gallery. <br />
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The new business has already won business in several sectors including clothing, hotels, food and creative events. The service also helps internal business communication and motivation for organizations that recognize the importance of distribution of their values, aims and objectives through online media, intranets and smartphone apps. <br />
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"Business and commercial video production should be high quality and creative and at the same time deliver a return on the investment. Our service is designed to do just that. We help to increase website exposure and search results at sensible rates." adds Gallery<br />
Little Genie Media News Release cont…<br />
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For further information please contact:<br />
Graham Gallery, Little Genie Media Tel: 0844 414 2841<br />
Mobile: 07791 267468 Email: graham@thelittlegenie.com<br />
www.littlegeniemedia.com<br />
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Note for Editors:<br />
Leeds-based Little Genie Media is owned and managed by Graham Gallery, (28) a multi-media graduate of Leeds Metropolitan University and most recently online digital editor for Lime Studios, the production company of 'The Only Way is Essex'. Example show reels of Little Genie Media are available at www.littlegeniemedia.comGreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-31541347191683732332013-01-30T14:24:00.000-08:002013-01-30T14:24:48.346-08:00Best Western Crown Hotel Boroughbridge Award Win<strong>Crown Hotel Boroughbridge wins ‘Best’ Best Western Award.<br /><br />The Best Western Crown Hotel Boroughbridge has received the prestigious Best Customer Service Award from Best Western Hotels.<br /><br />Emma Lee, general manager of the hotel was presented with an engraved Chrystal Rose bowl by Best Western Hotels UK at the hotel consortium’s annual conference and glittering conference dinner held in Bristol.<br /><br />The hotel was nominated in three categories and the Best Customer Service Award is considered the most prestigious amongst the organization’s member hotels.<br /><br />“Winning this award is testament to the great team of people here at the Crown. We are a small hotel with limited resources but we do have a dedicated team whose focus on customer satisfaction has been clearly recognized and rewarded with this fantastic Award” comments hotel general manager Emma Lee.<br /><br />The hotel has risen in the past year from 108 to 38th in the group’s rankings and was cited to have delivered the most improved service levels and customer satisfaction of all 280 hotels in the group. <br /><br />For further information please contact:
Emma Lee, General manager<br />Best Western Crown Hotel<br />Horsefair, Boroughbridge<br />North Yorkshire, YO51 9LB<br />Tel: 01423 322328<br />Email: emma@crownboroughbridge.co.uk<br /><br />Press contact:<br />John Gallery, Great Potential Tel: 07967 032623 <br />Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk<br /><br />Notes for Editors:<br />The Best Western Crown Hotel is a 37 bedroomed former 16th Century coaching inn and includes conference suites for up to 120 delegates, restaurant, bar and a leisure club with heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite.<br /><br />Photograph attached: Emma Lee (centre) pictured with (right) Rhys Roberts, Chairman of Best Western Hotels GB and (left) his wife Claire Heaven-Roberts</strong><br />
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<strong><br /></strong>GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-13511688916560960532013-01-30T04:47:00.003-08:002013-01-30T04:47:25.830-08:00Largest Single Collection of James Herriot Memorabilia to be revealed
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<span lang="EN-US">The World of James Herriot reopens on 1<sup>st</sup>
February 2013 with new displays and the largest<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>ever<span style="color: #ff6600;"> </span>single collection of James
Herriot Memorabilia.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The collection is the first of a range of
new exhibition items to be displayed at the Centre which will be unveiled in
several stages during 2013.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-family: Optima;">The
World of James Herriot has been undergoing a massive facelift. A band new room
has been added to the attraction. The new Memorabilia Room will house all kinds
of Herriot-related items, many of them seen here for the first time. Amongst
film stills from both big screen releases, you will find loads of unseen pieces
from the TV series. There are personally-written letters from James to his
fans, signed photos of many of the actors involved in the films and the TV
series, and the original <i>Meccano </i>magazine from 1931 in which a young Alf
Wight read the article on becoming a veterinary surgeon which was to lead him
to Thirsk. This new room will have something for everybody.</span><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-bidi-font-family: Times;"></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The new Memorabilia collection follows the
2012 installation of the restored Austin 7 car used in the original TV series
All Creatures Great and Small.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">“James Herriot’s legacy just continues to
fascinate people and this new collection will help our visitor interpretation
work at the World of James Herriot to become even more interesting and
enjoyable. 2013 will be an exciting time of revelations”. Comments Centre
Managing Director Ian Ashton</span></div>
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<strong><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A m</span></strong><span lang="EN-US">e</span><strong><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">dia
preview is available at 9am on Friday 1<sup>st</sup> February. Journalists and
photographers are invited to visit the Centre in advance of the public opening
for interviews with Ian Ashton and photograph opportunities.</span></strong></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">For further information please contact:</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">The World of James Herriot</span></div>
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North Yorkshire, YO7 1PL<br />
Tel<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">: 07836737267</b></span></div>
E-mail: <a href="mailto:mail@worldofjamesherriot.com">mail@worldofjamesherriot.com</a><br />
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<strong><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: Cambria; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">James
Alfred Wight</span></i></strong><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">, who wrote under
the pseudonym of <strong><span style="font-family: Cambria;">James Herriot</span></strong>,
became one of the most popular writers of the twentieth century. His books, a
series of stories based on his experiences as a young veterinary surgeon
working among the farming community of North Yorkshire, sold in their millions
throughout the world. Their great success spawned two feature films in the mid
1970s, followed by a BBC television series, <strong><span style="font-family: Cambria;">All Creatures Great and Small</span></strong>, which enjoyed global
success in the late 1970s and early 80s. Most recently a TV series was
commissioned showing the life and times of James Herriot in his younger days.</span><span lang="EN-US"></span></i></div>
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GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-36733470335955532492013-01-15T05:18:00.000-08:002013-01-15T05:26:19.892-08:00Breakfast via Twitter14th January 2013<br />
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Book via Twitter Breakfast Club introduced at York luxury hotel and champions the importance of breakfast - local and regional emphasis on the food and setting.<br />
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The Mount Royale Hotel York has introduced a new Breakfast Club that aims to encourage York business people and local residents to enjoy the hotel’s locally sourced breakfast. A special 20% price reduction is available for anyone joining the Breakfast Club by following the hotel on Twitter on @mountroyaleyork<br />
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Already enjoying a fine reputation for its warm welcome, great food and dining experience, the hotel has introduced the Breakfast Club to champion the notion of ‘breakfast is best’ and support the recently launched ‘Better Breakfast for a Better Britain’ campaign which is supported by MP’s and celebrities. (www.betterbreakfast.org.uk)<br />
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Breakfast has long been regarded as the most important meal of the day but half of us leave the house on an empty stomach. Even those who do manage to eat something in the morning take an average of just three minutes over it – usually as they dash out the door. This is a mistake, say experts, who point to a wealth of studies that suggest eating breakfast makes us more alert, helps keep us trim and improves work and behaviour.<br />
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Prospective Breakfast Club members need to simply follow @mountroyaleyork on Twitter to register. Bookings can also be sent via Twitter. Telephone and email bookings are also welcome.<br />
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“Breakfast here is one of the things for which our resident guests most often compliment us and the new ‘Breakfast Club’ will hopefully encourage York residents and business people to experience this and make the most of what has been recognised as the best meal of the day. We are supporting the ‘Better Breakfast for a Better Britain’ campaign with our locally sourced ingredients. ‘Breakfast Clubbers’ will choose from traditional English grill to healthy fruits and the most delicious options of classic dishes such as Eggs Benedict.” comments Mount Royale Hotel director, Stuart Oxtoby.<br />
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The ‘Breakfast Club’ is available every morning between 07.00 and 09.30 Weekdays and 07.30 and 10.00 on Saturdays and Sundays. Bookings at weekends essential. <br />
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For further information please contact: <br />
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Stuart Oxtoby, director, The Mount Royale Hotel, The Mount, York, YO24 1GU <br />
Tel: 01904 628856 <br />
Email: info@mountroyale.co.uk <br />
Website: www.mountroyale.co.uk Twitter: @mountroyalehotelyork<br />
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Press contact: John Gallery, Great Potential. Tel: 07967 032623<br />
Email: johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk <br />
Notes for Editors: The Mount Royale Hotel was founded by Richard and Christine Oxtoby in 1967, the hotel was formerly two private houses built during the reign of William IV (1830 - 1837) and offers 24 bedrooms all with wireless internet, there is also a bar with a coal fire and Burbridges Restaurant offering locally sourced produce. Other facilities include an onsite heated outdoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and hot tub open all year set in English Gardens and a beauty centre with spa treatments.GreatPotentialBloghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17916173733704101294noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179000370951151435.post-72645303620965447872012-11-17T14:17:00.000-08:002012-11-17T14:22:58.905-08:00Beach Sculpture Team Building in Scarborough<style>
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">In Summer 2012 people in Scarborough
helped to smash the world record for the most sand castles by more than 100. They
built 683 sand castles in an hour – beating the previous total of 571 which was
set last year by the people of Duncannon in Ireland. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">The hotel has now introduced a special </span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Beach Sculpture</span><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> package for delegates
which willl emulate the world record attempt and help teams to bring their
organisational skills and time management to the fore.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">“Team building is often thought of as
something that requires special equipment or a highly-trained task-master and
taking place in an expensive hotel’s grounds or private estate. This team
building is on our doorstep, is free to use and needs no special equipment or
training. It is an ideal value-led option for any organisation.” comments
general manager David Hull.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Scarborough is well-known as England’s
first resort and the Red Lea Hotel is close to the South Bay beach, where the
world record was achieved in the Summer of 2012. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">David Hull adds, “People love beaches
because they provide so many memories and a fresh and exhilirating feeling plus
the sounds and smells of the sea which is always evocative. When you remember
childhood sandcastle-building competitions it seems that beaches could have
been invented for team buidling”.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Images
of the beach sculpture can be found at: <a href="http://bit.ly/QktxmI">http://bit.ly/QktxmI</a>
(Photographs </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Lucida Grande";">© </span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Lucida Grande"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Tony
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">For
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">David Hull,</span></b><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> <b><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Red Lea Hotel, Prince of Wales Terrace,
Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO11 2AJ Tel: 01723 362431 </span></b></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Email:</span></b><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> <a href="mailto:info@redleahotel.net">info@redleahotel.net</a><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>- <span style="mso-field-code: " HYPERLINK \0022http\:\/\/www\.redleahotel\.co\.uk\0022 \\t \0022_blank\0022 ";"><span class="MsoHyperlink">Website: </span></span><span style="mso-field-code: " HYPERLINK \0022http\:\/\/www\.redleahotel\.co\.uk\0022 \\t \0022_blank\0022 ";"><span class="MsoHyperlink">www.redleahotel.co.uk</span></span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Press
Contact: John Gallery, Great Potential Tel: 0845 838 6338 </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Email:
<a href="mailto:johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk">johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk</a>
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<b><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Notes
to Editors:</span></b><span style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">
<i>The Red Lea Hotel is owned by Sara and Nick Allen and is located near the
Scarborough Spa on South Bay Scarborough. It has 68 en-suite bedrooms, three
star accreditation, leisure club with heated indoor swimming pool, restaurant,
bar and meeting facilities for up to 40 delegates.</i></span><i><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span></i></div>
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News Release <span style="mso-tab-count: 7;"> </span>November
2012</h1>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Historic York venue is
finalist in Press Business Awards<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"></span></b></div>
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Bedern Hall the historic meetings and event venue in the
centre of York has become a finalist in the annual York Press Business of the
Year Awards.</div>
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The venue was short-listed for its work in Tourism for its
‘localism’ agenda. Roger Lee of Time and Place catering and who operates Bedern
Hall on behalf of the Guilds of York entered the Tourism and Hospitality Award
category and attended the glittering ceremony at York Racecourse on Thursday
evening 15<sup>th</sup> November 2012.</div>
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“The Hall is popular for its central location and we have been
activley developing or local initiatives as part of our marketing and delivery
strategy. Whilst we congratulate the winning business, to be a finalist in the
Awards is a worthy achievement in its own right and it was an interesting and
enjoyable experience to be involved.” comments Roger Lee.</div>
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Roger is offering a currently offereing complimentary
meeting room for first-time bookers so that they can learn more about the
venue, try the food and service and discuss ways that future events can be
placed at Bedern Hall. The free offer is subject to available dates and
agreement. </div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">“We are a community
venue and it is important to continue to develop our customer base and in the
current economic environment we appreciate that many organisations have limited
budgets so this is a long term approach to building relationships in the local
community with businesses, public sector and other organisations.” added Roger.</span></div>
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For further information please
contact: Roger Lee, Time and Place Caterers, Bedern Hall, St Andrewgate ,
Bedern, York YO1 7AL Tel: 01904 653698 </div>
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Email: <a href="mailto:roger@bedernhall.co.uk"><span style="line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">roger@bedernhall.co.uk</span></a>
Website: <a href="http://www.bedernhall.co.uk/"><span style="line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">www.bedernhall.co.uk</span></a>
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Press Contact: John Gallery, Great
Potential, Tel: 0845 838 6338</div>
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Email: <a href="mailto:johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk">johngallery@greatpotential.co.uk</a>
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Hall caters for up to 80 delegates for a sit-down meal or conference in
the main hall plus a smaller suite for up to 25 guests. Bedern Hall is owned
by the Guilds of York.</i></b></li>
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