Thirsk & District Business Association
Newsletter March 2006
Click here for the 2006 March Newsletter.
World renowned Spanish jazz guitarist performing in Thirsk
The international Spanish jazz guitarist, Eduardo Niebla, takes to the stage with his internationally acclaimed guitar duo at The Old Courthouse, in Thirsk, on Saturday 4th March. Accompanied by Jake Lenson on guitar, Eduardo performs a dazzling repertoire of 'stunning flamenco jazz' (The Sound) from his latest album Lights from the Inner Side.
Niebla who lives locally, in North Yorkshire, at Melmerby, is delighted at having the opportunity to play in a venue closer to home. The Old Courthouse is a newly opened arts venue, owned by arts organisation Rural Arts, with free parking available locally.
Jane Redfern, Rural Arts marketing manager says:
"This concert is an opportunity to see one of the world's greatest guitarists, whose career encompasses concert tours worldwide. He has appeared on albums by many artists including Craig David, George Michael and Belinda Carlisle."
Time Out, (the London Whats on Guide) says: 'Niebla is the king of Latin guitar, a world-class virtuoso.'
The show starts at 7.30pm and Eduardo will play 2 sets with an interval, his CD's will be on sale during the show.
His spectacular virtuosity combined with heart-rendering emotion is taking audiences by storm and this promises to be a world class performance, bursting with passion and verve. More information on Eduardo can be found on www.eduardoniebla.com
This is the first music to be programmed by Rural Arts at The Old Courthouse and tickets are available for £10 each.
To reserve tickets please call Rural Arts on 01845 526536, or e-mail jane@ruralarts.org. To be added to the mailing list please contact Rural Arts above or visit www.ruralarts.org
The Ritz at the old Courthouse presents:
Rural Arts will be teaming up with the Ritz cinema to present: 'A Cock and Bull Story - a talk and a film' On Friday 17th March 2006 Starting at 6.30pm at Rural Arts, The Old Courthouse, Thirsk, YO7 1QS.
The curator of Shandy hall (near Thirsk), Patrick Wildgust will be talking at The Old Courthouse, Thirsk about the book"the Life and Opinions of Trstram Shandy', the film and other things in between... and answering questions. This will be accompanied by refreshments and then followed by a screening of the comedy, at The Ritz cinema, Thirsk, a couple of doors away, which stars Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon, and brings together the cream of comedy talent.
Directed by acclaimed director, Michael Winterbottom this is a night not to be missed. There will also be an exhibition of items from Shandy Hall which includes a collection of drawings from 'The Illustrated Tristram Shandy' by Martin Rowson. Pen and ink. Signed. And Several illustrated prints of Lawrence Sterne from the collection at Shandy Hall.
The film, which is an energetic laugh out loud adaptation of a book which is unadaptable will be screened at 7.30pm at The Ritz Cinema, Thirsk. Tickets are £6 (inclusive of talk and film) refreshments will be served. To book tickets please contact Rural Arts on 01845 526536, jane@ruralarts.org
Newsletter December 2005
Click here for the 2005 December Newsletter.
20mph speed limit information
Click here for information about the new 20mph speed limit areas.
Road works in Finkle Street, Market Place, Millgate
and Kirkgate
As we have mentioned previously, the County Council is going ahead with the
alterations to the above.
This work will now commence in September 05 and will cause major disruptions
to the Town. The attached schedule gives details of the extent of the works
although some dates may change slightly due to other restraints.
It is important that you keep accurate records of sales etc for a comparison
with the previous year.
We will hold a meeting in October this year to assess the situation and listen
to your views.
Remember to check your rating assessment and use the guide which was provided
in the May issue.
Our aims and Objectives for the future
- Drive the economy of Thirsk and its surrounding Districts
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Lobby on behalf of the Business Community
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Keep members informed of significant local issues
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Informing members of local business initiatives and grants
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Provide a forum to develop local business policies
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Hold regular events with keynote speakers
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Liaise with Police and other service providers to inform them of business
needs
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Support local events
Business Directory
for the District
The final drafts have now been reviewed and amendments made where
necessary.
The data will now be with the printers for collation and then sent to Royal
Mail for distribution.
Every address in the YO7 & YO61 postal districts should receive
a copy by the end of August.
You will appreciate the magnitude of this venture but now we are nearly
there!!
A lot of hard work has gone into this so far so we hope that is a success.
We are grateful for the assistance provided by Kathryn Chapman of Rural
Networking and Jo Wood of Community Publications who have given lots of
support and advice.
We hope that the Directory gives the kind of support to all businesses
they deserve from the local population.
Next year we hope to increase the scope of the Directory and we will be
contacting you later in the year.
If you have any queries etc E-mail: thirsk.bus@ntlworld.com
YOUR TEAM
Chairman Don Moore E-mail: thirsk.bus@ntlworld.com
M 07790420660
Vice-chairman D.Breeds 01845-524020
Company Secretary Jill Miller 01845-522333
Treasurer Susan Bowes (HSBC) 01845-453903
Committee: Steve Hubbard 01845-524627
Jan Breeds 01845-522397
Pam Bruce 01845-527888
Mick Scaife 01845-522833
Local flooding in the District
Once again the forces of nature have caused chaos.
The recent flooding in North Yorkshire has taken its toll on homes and
businesses alike. Whilst we cannot control Mother nature, we can provide
some assistance to businesses who have suffered as a result of this freak
of nature.
Steve Hubbard has contacted the affected businesses in the Town but this
information is intended for any business in the District.
If you have had a loss of trade and damage to your business then you should
contact Hambleton District Council’s Rating Office (01609-779977) and
advise them of your situation, as we intend to make a case for a Business
Rate refund or a “holiday” concession. Take this action now as
you will probably need documentary proof of your claim.
Future meetings
It would appear that most members seem satisfied with receiving information
either by E-mail or by post.
The latter is out of our hands as it seems that not all posted information
reaches the destination intended!!
The committee have therefore decided that until further notice, we will
hold Bi-monthly meetings, the next meeting being on September 6th 2005 at
7.30pm
at The Three Tuns Hotel, Thirsk Market Place.
The committee will continue to meet on a monthly basis to keep up to date
with developments and to discuss any issues which may be relevant.
Any member is welcome to the committee meetings, so if you have any issues,
please come along.
The committee will meet on the 1st Tuesday of every other month, commencing
October 4th 2005.
We will still publish newsletters as previously and will keep you up to
date with any contentious points.
Value for Money
Please remember that the fees are currently £40 per year, payable by
either a “one-off”sum or by quarterly Standing Order.
Listing on the Web-site costs £25 per year, paid to Newsquest.
The next Standing Order forms wil be sent out in April 2006, and payments
will be due in June 2006
Earlier than this, we will be sending out forms for the 2006 directory so
that any update of information can be made,
- The fee includes: Affiliation with York & North Yorkshire Chamber
of Commerce
- Quarterly Newsletter and Email Bulletins
- Regular Events
- Indirect Support to your business through local agencies
- Representation on key commercial issues
- Training Events and opportunities for local businesses
- Business to Business Opportunities
- Member offers
Plus all the other stated objectives!
A further £25.00 will get your business an enhanced listing and hyperlink
on the Thirsk Web site.
Fees can be paid by a quarterly Standing Order. This still gives excellent
value for money, with all the benefits which we provide. We can also promote
your event through the Thirsk Website as part of the service.
Useful Business Contacts
- North Yorkshire County Council Economic Development 01609-780780
- Hambleton District Council –Economic Development 01609-779977
- Business Solutions Bedale (New Businesses) 01677-423737
- Business Link York & North Yorkshire (Business Growth) 01904-656769
Meeting to be held on Tuesday July 5th 2005
At 7.30pm @The Three Tuns Hotel, Thirsk
Agenda
1. Apologies for absence
2. Minutes of previous meeting
3. Matters arising
4. Police report
5. Treasurers’ report
6. Correspondence
7. Coordinators report
8. Ladies section update
9. Membership and Directory status
10. Business Forum report
11. Aims for Industrial Parks in our District
12. Any other business
Visit the Thirsk Website on www.thirsk-northyorkshire.co.uk and see how you could promote your business !!!
D.G.Moore
(Chairman)
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