BUSNET
We, at Ellesmere College, have a wonderful community, made up of local, national and international connections through our Old Ellesmerians, our parents and the College Common Room. BusNet is an online directory of companies and businesses with an Ellesmere College connection. These will be owned or managed by a member of our Ellesmere community. If you wish to register your company or business, look at the terms and conditions below. When you are happy with these, send a hyperlink of your company website, a jpeg of your logo and a 50 word description of your products or services to external.relations@ellesmere.com These will be added to BusNet and categorised by profession or industry.
So, if you are looking for a painter and decorator, an accountant or photographer take a look on BusNet first and support your Ellesmere College community.
Let's do business together.
Terms and Conditions:
1] Inclusion of your business is at the discretion of the Headmaster and removal of a business can be taken by the College without explanation.
2] Your business, service or product must comply with the Advertising Standards Authority guidelines and be legal, decent and true.
3] Inclusion does not amount to an endorsement of the quality or professionalism of a company, service or product by Ellesmere College.
4] BusNet will be set up as an A to Z directory using the first letter of your company name but as the network builds we will define by industry and profession.
Business Sectors
- Accommodation
- Accountants, Wealth Management and IFAS
- Artists & Photographers
- Arts & Entertainment
- Beauty, Cosmetics & Hairdressing
- Business Consultancy & Support
- Construction, Architecture & Surveyors
- Designers/Web, marketing & Event Management
- Electronics
- Health & Fitness
- Holiday & Travel
- Import & Export, Manufacturing & Engineering
- Interiors & Design Consultants
- Insurance Brokers
- Leadership & Personal Coaching
- Property Management, Estate Agents & Rentals
- Recruitment & Personnel
- Signs
- Software Solutions
- Solicitors
- Team Building: Adventure Experiences
- Training
- Veterinary Centre
Accommodation
Yew Tree House Bed and Breakfast
Stylish, luxuriously equipped en-suite rooms, with own entrance and terrace with seating area. The house is set within the peace and tranquillity of 3 acres of magical sculpture gardens and woodland, with many nooks and crannies to explore. Secluded summerhouse for guest use. Ellesmere College 3 miles. All rooms ground floor. Tel: 01691 622126
Hartwood House Bed and Breakfast
Lying at the foot of the Quantocks in Somerset. Highly recommended on Trip Advisor we have three comfortable ensuite rooms. Secluded but ideally situated for walking and mountain biking The West Somerset Railway is a short walk away with Exmoor and the coast easily accessible. Tel: 01984 667202
Accountants, Wealth Management and IFAS
Quilter is a UK-based company with over 18,000 clients and 370 staff based in the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands. Quilter provides discretionary, fee-based wealth advisory services to private clients.
Schroders Private Banking offers specialise, client-tailored financial solutions to successful individuals and families around the world. Our focus is on growing and preserving wealth for our clients.
www.schroders.com/channelislandsportal/home/
As an established firm of Chartered Accountants with over half a century's experience, we have a long and successful track record in working with a wide range of growing, diversifying and new businesses.
Our Ellesmere Office is managed by Michael Moore, Lambert 1995, michael@morriscook.co.uk.
We provide a comprehensive range of services including business start-up and development, taxation, accounts preparation, Sage and payroll. Please contact us for a free initial meeting.
Rent on Time removes the risk of investing in residential property. Landlords who use Rent on Time have complete peace of mind, cash flow is guaranteed as rents are paid on time, every time. No more arrears and no more chasing rents, rent on Time takes care of everything. Rent on Time is available through financial intermediaries, letting agents and direct to landlords. The blue chip legal expenses insurer DAS underpins Rent on Time and full legal expenses are included. OE's are assured of preferential rates.
Artists & Photographers
Nigel Vaughan
Illustration, Design and Caricatures from NCV Design.
The award-winning artist, Nigel Vaughan, is renowned for his highly skilled drawing techniques and airbrushing effects. He is an internationally acclaimed caricaturist and cartoonist, who has been commissioned to caricature many famous celebrities. Orders for caricatures, illustration and airbrush art can be accepted internationally by post or by email. Contact us for a free quotation and professional advice.
Specializing in portraits, events including sport, commercial and pet photography, I'm a London-based freelance photographer shooting on location almost anywhere throughout the UK. Commissions are tailored to suit a client's requirements with finished products available in a variety of media.
Please feel free to reach me on 07962 360 560 I would be delighted to assist with your needs.
You may view my site at www.picture-u.net or indeed follow me on www.picturing-u.blogspot.com
Arts & Entertainment
Take One Stage & Screen Academy
Take one Stage and Screen Academy, based in Fulham, was set up by Old Ellesmerian 'Daisy Clarke' and her partner 'Joe Hughes'. Both of them have worked extensively in television and film with credits ranging from Netflix, Channel 4, ITV and the BBC and so on. Their aim is to provide a non-judgemental atmosphere where students can hone their acting skills in TV, film and stage acting; whether you are a complete beginner or experienced actor wanting to explore a particular area such as working in Film and TV. They are currently offering all of their classes online and these classes can be done on a flexible basis that suits your current lifestyle.
At 'Take One' the aim is always to have fun whilst learning about what it would be like to work professionally in the acting industry. If you've ever had an interest in drama or working in television, why not take the plunge now and find out how you can get there! All Students from Ellesmere are welcome to a free trial lesson with "Take One Stage And Screen Academy".
Web: www.takeonestageandscreen.com
Email: takeonefulham@gmail.com
Tel: 07825 669113
Beauty, Cosmetics & Hairdressing
Arbonne
Swiss-formulated range of 100% natural award winning skincare products � pure, safe and beneficial. Everything from baby care, make up, to anti-ageing products.
Not available on the High Street, only through Independent Consultants. Contact Michelle Potts on 0789 414 5774 or email michelle.potts@virgin.net for product and business opportunity information.
www.arbonneinternational.co.uk (ID Number:441018171)
Business Consultancy & Support
Saxon Park Services Limited
We provide a bespoke service to businesses at all stages of development, so whether you are just thinking of starting a business , have been trading a few years or considering development of your profile we can offer personal facilitated support to individuals, groups, teams, board level directors. Our Associate Team have specialist skills, knowledge and experience in areas of business which can help you have an unbiased review and give support in putting your plans into action. New technologies are arriving daily and we can help you see what is 'required' by your business to maximise this. Online and offline marketing, social media requirements, website hosting and design, digital marketing, PR and systems are just some areas we can support you with. We do not sell you products - we work with YOU to provide what YOU need.
YourTime2.Biz
As a Business Owner, how much time do you take to work ON the business? Time to reflect on how it's going? Your business deserves you taking quality time out to ensure you are focused on the right things in the business at the right time.
All too often we, as business owners, stay working IN the business and miss key opportunities to learn from others and all too easily can affect our success and growth of the business.
At YourTime2 we have other likeminded business owners from very diverse businesses and backgrounds who come together once a month. They take this quality time out to raise and discuss key issues for which either guidance, mutual support and solutions can be found.
This is like having 8 business coaches in one room, here to support, guide and help you find solutions but in a supportive and confidential boardroom session.
Construction, Architecture & Surveyors
Evolved Design offer an Architectural Design & Build Service using products that are natural, environmentally friendly, and energy efficient. Evolved Design to suit you, your plot and your budget.
Tel: 01691 778 846
Evolved Consultancy offers a range of services to the Builder, Self Builder and Architect.
- SAP Energy Assessments with recommendation reports.
- Passive House Design & Consultancy
- Thermal Calculations with Dew Point Analysis
- Code for Sustainable Homes Assessments.
- WUFI Hydrothermal Modelling
Tel: 01691 701 100
Chartered Surveyors providing the following services:
- Rural & commercial estate management services
- Property sales & lettings
- Architectural & planning services
- Auctioneering, plant, machinery & livestock sales
- Valuations & surveys
- Grants & subsidies
- Expert witness & dispute resolution
- Telecoms, wayleaves & renewable energy
- Compulsory purchase & compensation
Pochin Construction are a North West Based construction business providing construction services to clients across the UK. Job values between �50K and �35m are undertaken in all market sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Education, Leisure, Retail and Health. The majority of works are undertaken on a Design and Build basis.
Established in 1840 Northcroft is a leading international construction consultancy firm offering tailored solutions to clients investing in construction, property and infrastructure.
Northcroft work across a broad spectrum of industry sectors and our services are designed to reduce risk, bring control to all projects and achieve optimum value for money for our clients through independent and objective advice.
We place people, both clients and employees, at the centre of our business ethos and strive to create an environment that encourages continuous improvement through sharing knowledge and best practice, challenge and innovation.
Northcroft offer the following services:
- Project Management
- Cost Management (Quantity Surveying)
- Consultancy Services
From the start to the finish of a project, our people are there to provide the very best independent and objective advice.
If you require any further information please contact Richard Russell, Director and Old Ellesmerian, based in London and Manchester on 07747 793814, email: rrussell@northcroft.co.uk
Building Services Design is an independent specialist project management consultancy. Our primary business is mechanical and electrical services design, BREEAM assessors, project managers, building surveying, quantity surveying and CDM-C. The business has been established for 25 years and has offices in Birmingham, Cambridge, Corby, London and Manchester and has become one of the UK's top 50 mechanical and electrical consultancies.
Designers/Web, marketing & Event Management
Graphic, web design and marketing services across the United Kingdom.
Haygarth is a leading UK independent marketing agency, based in Wimbledon Village, London with over 100 staff. We are a full service agency and have teams of specialists across Promotional & Retail, Experiential, Digital, Design & Branding, Direct and Data and PR. We focus our efforts on how best to respond to our client briefs from a media neutral and integrated perspective. Whilst we try not to brag too much about our awards, we are particularly pleased that for five consecutive years we have been placed in The Sunday Times Best 100 small companies to work for � we take great pride in this achievement which we hope reflects our management style and team ethic.
Electronics
Electric Melon offers a full consultancy service to find the best audio/visual solution for your home, together with a lighting consultancy, using Lutron lighting, for your home or office to reduce energy costs, increase comfort and manage lighting control. As approved installers for Bang & Olufsen of Shrewsbury, you are assured of the highest standards. We are pleased to offer a free consultancy to all Ellesmerians within the Shropshire area.
T : 01743 240757 E : sales@electricmelon.co.uk W : www.electricmelon.co.uk
Health & Fitness
The Portable PT
The Portable PT has been helping ladies take control of their health and fitness goals for over 10 years.
You can visit my private gym setting for individual / buddy sessions, or take advantage of my popular bespoke online program.
To chat about your goals, either call me on 07703154053, visit my Facebook page or my website at www.ThePortablePT.co.uk
Online and Face to Face Personal Training for Women aged 30 and over. Whatever your health and fitness goals are, we will create a plan to achieve them TOGETHER!
Holiday & Travel
Import & Export, Manufacturing & Engineering
The Cable Services Group is the UK's leading national and international distributor of specialist cable and accessory products for commercial and industrial use. Jointing, terminating and support of cables, above and below ground, at voltages up to 132kV are the mainstay of this ever expanding Group where customers benefit from our extensive stocks and unrivalled knowledge which is readily available.
Suppliers of on-road load handling solutions and products for sectors such as construction, forestry, industrial, waste handling and recycling. Product range includes Hiab loader cranes, Hiab Loglift and Hiab Jonsered recycling cranes, Hiab Multilift demountable systems and Hiab Moffett truck-mounted forklifts.
www.hiab.co.uk www.cargotec.com
Black Country Metals Limited was formed in 1986 to trade Internationally in ferrous & non-ferrous Recyclable (Scrap) metals. The company has been approved to ISO 9001 by Bureau Veritas Quality International Limited since February 1991 and is well recognised nationally and internationally within the metals trading market with added expertise on certain types of advice within the industry and on military dismantling. The company is a Member of the British Metals Recycling Association, the Bureau of International Recycling in Brussels and the American Institute of Recycling Industries in Washington DC and has offices in India, Spain and Belgium.
CRA International bring to you a wealth of experience, and expertise in the Industrial hardware industry, from gas struts, locking systems, hinges, sealing profiles, handles, through to interior vehicle lighting and ventilation.
Through our suppliers, we offer a vast manufacturing base capable of handling the smallest to the largest order in the enclosure, vehicle bodybuilding, telecommunication, and HVAC industries.
We promise to treat every customer as an individual and will readily assist with technical guidance, ordering to your requirements delivery, and back up. You will never be just a number!
Interiors & Design Consultants
I have searched the globe to bring this eclectic collection to you. For you to love and have pleasure in buying, for your home, your friends and your family. I hope you enjoy The Interior Co experience and please email me to tell me things you are looking for and I will keep my eye out on my travels. The website is full of all the lovely things you just can�t ever find in one place, until now.
Also interior design consultants, fitters of crucial trading, and suppliers of Farrow and Ball Paints and Suzie Watson Fabrics. Consultations from �60 per hour and an 'in house' Artist.
Insurance Brokers
Powell Commercial Limited (formerly the V A Powell & Co partnership) has been Insurance Broking in Chester since 1975 and are Chester's oldest established Brokers.
We have become well known throughout the Commercial sector for our attention to detail and professional approach. Powell Commercial Limited continue to expand through planned growth and business acquisition and many of our original clients remain loyal to this day. Whilst we still consider ourselves to be a Provincial Broker we do act on behalf of many large Corporate and National accounts and our client base is located throughout the United Kingdom.
Our Services In Brief
PCL can offer you advice, cover and peace of mind. We will carry out a full review of your insurance needs to ensure, all the risks and eventualities faced by yourself and your business, have been identified and are covered.
We are constantly keeping up to date with current markets and trends within insurance and will be on hand to offer you our help with any concerns or additional covers you may need.
We will deal with all claims for you, so that you are free to concentrate on your business. We can offer cover for all Commercial and Personal insurance, at competitive premiums. Nothing is too large or too small. Powell Commercial is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.
Let Alliance delivers tenant assessments, rent guarantees and specialist landlord and tenant insurance to the UK letting agent market place. Let Alliance is innovative and original, supplying letting agents with exceptional products and services. Customer delight is at the heart of our business and our products are unique, supported by blue chip insurers DAS and Ageas. OE's are assured of preferential rates.
Rent on Time removes the risk of investing in residential property. Landlords who use Rent on Time have complete peace of mind, cash flow is guaranteed as rents are paid on time, every time. No more arrears and no more chasing rents, rent on Time takes care of everything. Rent on Time is available through financial intermediaries, letting agents and direct to landlords. The blue chip legal expenses insurer DAS underpins Rent on Time and full legal expenses are included. OE's are assured of preferential rates.
Leadership & Personal Coaching
Nicolette Wolf, Director of Leadership Presentation Consultancy Marcus-Wolf Ltd
Nicolette Wolf helps Senior Management individuals and teams transform their leadership presentation styles so that they can effectively engage, inspire, promote trust and manage the expectations of all their key audiences. In short, she helps those in Senior Management roles look and sound ambassadorial in their communication, public speaking style and presence thus giving them the competitive edge.
Mindset Synergy, along with its sister company Training Alliance Group, front the conception and delivery of both corporate and personal development training in mindset science and Neuro Linguistic Programming for those looking for excellence in performance, motivation, goal setting, team building and internal growth through personal and business development programmes.
Property Management, Estate Agents & Rentals
Halls is one of the country's most respected and well known firms of Estate Agents, Chartered Surveyors, Auctioneers and Valuers. We have a network of 10 offices serving Shropshire, Worcestershire, Mid Wales and the West Midlands
Jordan's is one of the UK's leading specialists in residential lettings and property management with over 21 years experience. Our website carries real time property information with the option of booking a viewing online. We have letting agencies in Altrincham, Bolton, Fallowfield, Manchester, Warrington and Wilmslow offering apartments, flats and houses of all types to suit all budgets.
Let Alliance delivers tenant assessments, rent guarantees and specialist landlord and tenant insurance to the UK letting agent market place. Let Alliance is innovative and original, supplying letting agents with exceptional products and services. Customer delight is at the heart of our business and our products are unique, supported by blue chip insurers DAS and Ageas. OE's are assured of preferential rates.
Rent on Time removes the risk of investing in residential property. Landlords who use Rent on Time have complete peace of mind, cash flow is guaranteed as rents are paid on time, every time. No more arrears and no more chasing rents, rent on Time takes care of everything. Rent on Time is available through financial intermediaries, letting agents and direct to landlords. The blue chip legal expenses insurer DAS underpins Rent on Time and full legal expenses are included. OE's are assured of preferential rates.
Established in 1992, Jordan & Halstead is one of the leading letting agents in Chester & Wrexham. We manage properties and produce the best rental yields possible for landlords. We also rent homes and care passionately about our tenants. Our marketing techniques are innovative and we attract the highest quality tenants in the Chester and Wrexham area. Jordan & Halstead rarely takes more than 10 days from listing a property to letting the property to a quality tenant.
OE's will qualify for a fee discount. The business is led by Jordan who is himself an OE.
On Time Rent was started in 2004 and currently has hundreds clients enjoying the benefit of On Time Rent. This scheme is available to agents throughout England and Wales who will benefit from receiving the FULL rent in time to post it through their system and have time to send the net rent to the landlord on the rent day. The landlord receives the rent On Time. Legal costs for arrears collection or possession proceedings paid up to �50,000; Rent paid up to vacant possession, or six months whichever is first; plus a number of benefits. Details can be found at:
Jigsaw offers a diverse range of services to the residential property community from cleaning, plumbing including gas safe works, gardening, decorating, electrical including installation and portable appliance testing.
With our fully trained, qualified, full time employed professional tradespersons, strategically located throughout Cheshire and Greater Manchester we are able to react at a moments notice, due to the unique way in which we have harnessed current technologies. Thus ensuring our tradespersons in their liveried vans are working, not travelling.
Recruitment & Personnel
The outstanding commitment and performance of our teams has made gap personnel one of the fastest growing and most dynamic independent recruitment agencies in the UK. Specialising in Driving, Food & Drink, Manufacturing, Warehouse & Distribution and Waste Management & Recycling, gap personnel are the 8th largest Industrial Recruiter in the UK.
Thompson Butler Associates
With more than 23 years experience in this sector, at TBA we provide executive recruitment solutions and professional services to companies and organisations in the UK and Europe.
The recruitment and selection of senior executives and management is crucial to any successful business. Our reputation has been built upon maximising the opportunities of recruiting - �right first time� - and on capitalising and developing existing management talent. Securing the right skills-sets at the right time is more of a challenge than ever before.
We know the needs of each of our clients are unique and by offering personalised advice we deliver intelligent solutions tailored to your needs.
Utilising more than twenty years of experience in senior level recruitment we also offer career advice and personal development on a one to one basis.
I am particularly interested in talking to Forces personnel who are either thinking of leaving the Services or have just left and would appreciate talking to someone who has been there, gone through the whole resettlement process and wears the t-shirt!
Our aim - �Looking for the best in people!�
Specialties Executive Search (headhunting) and Advertised Selection Recruitment, Recruitment Advertising, marketing and implementing Nimbus Control 2007, interim management, personal and career development.
www.lookingforthebestinpeople.co.uk
Red Recruitment Solutions Ltd are a local independent agency based in Shrewsbury specialising in the supply of temporary and permanent office staff across various sectors in Shropshire including design, finance, marketing, insurance, legal, HR and I.T. We are committed to providing a professional, friendly, honest service to both clients and candidates.
Think recruitment� Think Red!
Signs
As wide format, full colours printers Shelley Signs specialise in robust, durable and vandal proof signs for challenging environments. Our product range is extended by producing high quality exhibition graphics, banners and vehicle graphics. An in-house design team and sign installing services extend the range.
Software Solutions
RPS Ltd is a software house specialising in complex technical software solutions for business. There are two main areas of activity: solutuions for the home improvement industry, and other solutions for corporate customers.
Established in 1996, we have dealt with a wide range of customers including the Scottish Parliament, the Northern Ireland Assembly, Reuters and Nortel.
We also have a US sister company, Planright Software, based in Michigan, US.
Solicitors
Online legal services
Although the majority of services that Kester Cunningham John offers are face to face, we recognise that not everyones needs are the same throughout their life and that sometimes online documents are more appropriate in helping you solve your everyday legal issues.
We would like to offer all Ellesmerians a 30% discount on our online services just quote ELLES2011
Hibberts LLP is an established Legal 500 firm with local offices in Ellesmere, Whitchurch, Nantwich, Tarporley and Crewe. We provide extensive legal services to businesses and individuals alike. Without heavy City overheads we are said to be competitive on fees and our service friendly, as well as efficient and business-like.
Team Building: Adventure Experiences
Your Great Escape provides the opportunity for you and your colleagues to escape the office and experience the best of the great outdoors. As experts in event management, we specialise in delivering exceptional experiences personalised to suit your requirements and inspired by our innovation.
Whether you are looking for an entertaining away-day, team-build activity or a more demanding physical or mental challenge, we offer bespoke events and adventure activity programmes throughout Cheshire and the North-West. Whatever the occasion we�re on hand to offer expert guidance in helping you decide upon an experience that is right for you, and what you hope to achieve.
If you're looking for more than just a day out, find Your Great Escape.
Call: 01948 667 897
Training
JAC Training & Development is a private Training Provider in Aston, Birmingham that trains 14 - 19 year olds. We cover alternative curriculum for Key Stage 4 and Foundation Learning and apprenticeship preparation for 16 - 19 year olds, in Bricklaying, Plastering and Motor Mechanics at NOCN Level 1
Saracen Health & Safety Solutions is here to help make your business a safe working environment. We can provide you with the paperwork, policies and procedures along with the training in a number of subjects from health and safety, food safety, first aid and train the trainer courses. We also provide services in helping you achieve accreditation with CHAS and the support and reassurance that you will be working in a safe environment and up to date with the latest knowledge.
For more information please contact us 01630 695845 / 07801 441249 or visit our website www.saracensolutions.co.uk
Training Alliance Group, along with its sister company Mindset Synergy, front the conception and delivery of both corporate and personal development training in mindset science and Neuro Linguistic Programming for those looking for excellence in performance, motivation, goal setting, team building and internal growth through business and personal development programmes.
Veterinary Centre
Blakemere Veterinary Centre provides a caring and professional service to small animal, equine and farm animal clients within a 15 mile radius of Ellesmere. The Practice offers a full 24 hour emergency service from its modern well-equipped surgery in the centre of Ellesmere, and its branch Maelor Veterinary Centre in Overton-on-Dee.