Member News
This is where Chamber members can announce their good news stories ... have you been nominated for an award? Have you introduced a new product or service? Do you want to offer other members discounts and promotions?
Let us know and we will publish it for you. Email details to secretary@tewkesburychamber.org.uk
8 December 2009
Good news from The Roses theatre
The Roses theatre in Tewkesbury will soon be screening selected films which offer an audio description facility. The purchase of the equipment has been made possible by a grant from the UK Film Council and generous match funding from Tewkesbury Borough Council.
Audio description works on the principle of a narrator telling a story - alongside additional descriptive commentary such as body language, expressions, movements and the setting of the film - allowing anyone with a visual impairment to experience the screening in more detail.
The Roses is now equipped with a system which delivers this service, on selected films, through a headset - provided, free of charge, from the theatre’s Box Office. Ten headsets are available from the theatre and will need to be requested in advance of the film screening. Audio description doesn’t affect the experience of any audience member not using a headset.
With the Roses being only one of only three cinemas in Gloucestershire offering this service and with around 3,000 Gloucestershire residents registered as having a visual impairment, Deborah Rees, Director of the theatre, is delighted with this new addition to the programme:
“We believe that the Roses should be accessible to everyone and offer enjoyment and entertainment to all. The audio description option enhances this and enables anyone with a visual impairment increased access to our film screenings” she commented.
Films in the new season which will be offering the audio description facility include ‘Bright Star’; ‘Fantastic Mr Fox’; ‘Glorious 39’; ‘Avatar’ and ‘Alvin & The Chipmunks: The Squequal’!
1 November 2009
Jackie Cromwell of Spectrum Embroidery & Printing is offering free embroidered Tewkesbury logo on all embroidered/printed orders over £100 PLUS samd logo embroidered FREE on 6 of our existing garments (worth £2 per garment plus VAT). To view offer click on www.thebestof.co.uk/local/tewkesbury/business-guide/feature/spectrum-embroidery--printing-services/77412/offers
26 October 2009
New member, Mark Gilchrist of Tewkesbury DHL is offering Chamber members a 50% discount off their first delivery using the prepaid Service Point Service. The service is available at WH Smith, High Street, Tewkesbury or to get the discount take your item to the depot at Alexandra Way, Ashchurch Business Park. For further details please ring Mark and his team on 01684 851500.
21 October 2009
Chamber members, Leisurelec, are now offering special rates to Chamber members for the supply of sound & lighting systems for Dances, Fashion shows & parties etc. along with projectors and screen hire for presentations. Prices start from £60.00p +vat. Tel. 0845 463 9389 or e-mail mail@leisurelec.com.
Ian's business is currently refurbishing the High Street's power supplies for the Town's Christmas Lights. This is a major project in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce which will result in the complete replacement of old electrical supply cabling to high level decorations and Christmas tree lights.
16 September 2009
New Chamber members Tewtech are finalists in the “Start up Business of the Year” category in the 2009 Echo and Citizen Business Awards competition. The company has links with hundreds of suppliers and manufacturers and can source just about any part or build any computer system. All repairs are dealt with either onsite by trained technicians or performed at head office in Tewkesbury.
Rob is currently offering Chamber members a free security check of hardware and software. Please ring him on 01684 298100 to arrange a visit.
16 September 2009
Chamber members VIVID have been short listed for three awards by CIPR (Charted Institute of Public Relations) West Of England Pride Awards. These include Vivid’s involvement with the Over the Rainbow and Tewkesbury Back in Business initiatives.
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM BASEPOINT @ TEWKESBURY
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Kate Harrison Centre Manager at Basepoint is pleased to announce two special offers. The first is for charities and not for profit organisations. Basepoint is offering FREE office accommodation for 12 months with no deposit to pay. The second offer is for start-ups. Give your business the best possible start with all the benefits of a purpose-built office space together with manned reception area, access to a fully-equipped meeting room and break-out area ... get six months absolutely rent free. For more details contact Kate on 01684 854444 or email tewkesbury@basepoint.co.uk. Full details of the offer can be found at www.basepoint.co.uk.
Front: Pauline Ashdown, Anita Perkins & Jackie Hobson Back : Mariana Von Benzon, Lisa Williams, Sharon Huntington, Philippa Pipe & Chris Austin
Staff from Tewkesbury based Solicitors' firm, Thomson and Bancks, swapped their usual Sunday morning lie in for their running shoes when 8 of them entered the Race for Life in aid of Cancer Research on 5/7/09. The firm paid for the women to enter the race and provided t-shirts, and the rest of the staff (who prefer to stay in bed on a Sunday morning) generously sponsored the girls who completed a 5 km course.
The Bay Tree Tree Coffee and Gift Shop run by Lesley O'Brien and located at 78 Church Street has launched a new website. The restaurant also welcomes back Mike James (formerly of Rendezvous). Why not book a table for a Friday or Saturday evenings treat to sample some of "Cheffie's" favourite dishes?
Tel : 01684 294074
Website : www.baytree-restaurant-tewkesbury.co.uk
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