Thirsk & District Business Association
Welcome to our new members
* Arthur Haigh
Contact: S.Colley & D.Haigh
Business: Cooked meat manufacturer
Tel: 01845-578227
* Autogas 2000 ltd
Contact: Mrs. N. Key
Business: Alternative fuel Conversion
Tel: 01845-523213
* Beechwood Leisure
Contact: M. Howey
Business: Touring Caravan Sales
Tel: 01845-523500
* C. Dale of Thirsk
Contact: N. Collinson
Business: Granite & Marble Masonry
Tel: 01845-522523
* Design in Wood
Contact: R. Burnley
Business: Furniture Designers
Tel: 01845-523092
* D. W. Calvert
Contact: D. Calvert
Business: Courier/Parcel delivery
Tel: 01845-501229
* Omega House Furniture
Contact: Jane Overton
Business: Furniture Retailer
* Rural Arts (North Yorkshire)
Contact: A. Hall / J. McVay
Business: Arts Organisation
Tel: 01845-526536
* Scratchards
Contact: M. Scratchard
Business: Electrical Contractor
Tel: 01845-597248
* Steven J. Dresser
Contact: S.Dresser
Business: Electrical / Security Contractor
Tel: 01845-525691
* Xchanges
Contact: M. & V.Elsworth
Business: New & Used Furniture
Tel: 01347-821999
* Chilburne Spring Ltd.
Contact: Paul Hodgson
Business: Bottled Spring Water
Tel: 01347-868181
E-mail: chilburnespring@icscotland.net
* Skeldale Veterinary Centre Ltd.
Contact: Julian Norton
Business: Veterinary Surgeons
Tel: 01845-522297
E-mail: skeldalevets@hotmail.com
* Woollons & Harwood Ltd.
Contact: Chris Folan
Business: Retail housewares
Tel: 01845-523141
* Maddison 4 x 4
Contact: Patrick Smart
Business: Independent Landrover Garage
Tel: 01845-587407 / 587055
E-mail: enquiries@maddison4x4.com
* The Learning Tree (Nursery & Kids Club)
Contact: Sonia Butler (Manager)
Business: Nursery & Child Care
Tel: 01845-526478
* Kirkgate Dental Practice
Contact: Boyd Jamieson
Business: Dental Practice
Tel: 01845-522106
* Lloyds TSB Bank Plc
Contact: Jayne Collinson
Business: Bank
Tel: 0845-072-3333
* John Minford Associates
Contact: John Minford
Business: Chartered Accountant
Tel: 01347-824428
E-mail: easy@min4d.co.uk
* Squirrel Woodcarvers
Contact: Trevot Hutchinson
Business: Furniture Making Craft Workshop
Tel: 01347-868352
* Forest IT Services Ltd.
Contact: David Mitchell
Business: Busines IT Consultancy
Tel: 01347-833027
E-mail: Enquiries@forestit.co.uk
* David Leach Furniture Restorer & Polisher
Contact: David Leach
Business: Furniture Restoration & Polishing
Tel: 01347-821298
E-mail: david.leach@ukonline.co.uk
* Jewson Timber & Building Supplies
Contact: Trevor Arnott / Andy Docherty
Business: Timber & Building Supplies
Tel: 01845-525572
* Yorkshire 4 x 4 Ltd.
Contact: Peter Whitworth
Business: Corporate events & Gift Experiences
Tel: 01845-537766 / 537790
E-mail: info@yorkshire4x4.co.uk
The 2005 Rating issues & Thirsk Industrial Park Business Forum
Following on from the report in May, correspondence has been received from HDC which states that the Council have decided that, due to the lack of response from companies within the Park, to place the formation of a Forum on hold.
The initial response saw some 16% attendance, whilst the second attempt only realised 18%.
The Association still welcomes any business to become a member as we can provide them with good representation, networking and any other assistance.
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
- Lobby on behalf of the Business Community
- Keep members informed of significant local issues
- Informing members of local business initiatives and grants
- Provide a forum to develop local business policies
- Hold regular events with keynote speakers
- Liaise with Police and other service providers to inform them of business needs
- Support local events
Your Team
Chairman Don Moore E-mail: thirsk.bus@ntlworld.com Tel.01642-896272 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
Business Directory for the District
We have been in contact with Community Publications Ltd (On your Doorstep) who are producing the Directory for an update.
They are now collating all the entries into categories and the proof reading will be ready soon.
The circulation remains at14,777 postal addresses in the YO7 and YO61 districts, so all of the householders will receive a copy.
The Directories will be distributed by Royal Mail, with the exception of one area, which will be covered by other means, to ensure total coverage.
We also intend to run some type of competitions in the Directory to keep you on your toes!!
We have requested, on several occasions for information of shows, events, etc. for inclusion. The response has been very poor considering the publicity is free..
This is a fantastic opportunity to promote the businesses, events and organisations to the full.
The deadline for entries is now past, so any business wishing to advertise will have to wait until next year..
You can still E-mail future details to: thirsk.bus@ntlworld.com
Chamber members are entitled to greater promotion in the publication so don’t delay. We all know what it costs to be in the National Directories, this is a chance to prove that a local approach works and benefits the businesses and the community which we all belong.
Look out for the upcoming request form to get your chance……….
Moving on
Our Treasurer, Susan Bowes, who is Manager of HSBC Bank, Thirsk branch, is leaving next month for a new post. Susan has done an excellent job as Treasurer and greatly assisted the Association in producing the new Standing order forms. We wish her well in her new position.
Our reporter, Carolyn Thorpe, has retired from the Darlington & Stockton Times, after 25 years in journalism. Carolyn has attended our meetings on a regular basis and again, we wish her well in retirement. Ian Noble is our new reporter.
Our Rural Networking advisor, Kathryn Chapman, is leaving this month , as funding for further projects has ceased.
Kathryn has been a tremendous asset to the Association and has “burnt the midnight oils” in producing data for the launch and directory. She has worked tirelessly on our behalf and we wish her well and hope that we remain in contact.
A Company limited by guarantee Reg. No. 5331368
Registered Office: 4 Finkle Street, Thirsk, North Yorkshire YO7 1DA
Thirsk and District Business Association
NEXT MEETING
TUESDAY JULY 5th 2005 @ THE THREE TUNS HOTEL@7.30PM
AGENDA
1. Apologies for absence
2. Police report
3. Minutes of May 05 meeting
4. Matters arising
5. Treasurer’s report
6. Correspondence
7. Coordinators reports
8. Ladies section update
9. Membership and Directory status
10. Any other business
Encouraging enterprise in our district
Highlights from June assembly
Due to the lack of attendee’s, which was probably the result of our Mail system, a formal meeting was not held.
We had a Police presence and were informed that as from April 1st 05, there would be a team of 3 Police officers for the area.
Their intention is to reduce Anti-social behaviour, wanton damage and under-age drinking.
The shopwatch scheme was reported to be working well.
Chris Snowden of Newsquest has still not received details of businesses who have paid for a web page/listing despite having been contacted by Newsquest and by letter from the Association. We can only reiterate that it is up to you to make this contact, as you are losing out on advertising.
The Finkle Street/Market Place road works are now scheduled to commence early September 05. This should see us through the Tourist/visitor season. We also have requested that these works do not start until after the September race fixture to maximise on the influx of racegoing traffick.
It is still imperative for any business which feels that they will suffer financially through lower trade levels, to keep accurate records of turnover to be used as a comparison with the previous year.
This is the only way in which we can support you in the event of a claim.!
Finally, if you have subscribed for a Web-site insertion, please check the Web-site on www.thirsk-northyorkshire.co.uk You should contact Newsquest directly on 01325-505324 and speak to Chris Snowdon.
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.
Events for 2005
Ideal Home & Garden Show August 28/29th
Craft Fair November
Dinner Dance November
Painting Competition December
More details will follow nearer to the events
Jill will be reporting on the Barbeque at the July meeting.
The Ladies Section organises and put on all of these events on a voluntary basis and does a tremendous job.
The Proceeds mainly go towards the Town Xmas lights to make the display more attractive
each year. This costs an appreciable sum of money and effort. Our public Liability insurance alone costs over £800 per year. And advertising costs escalate each year.
The ladies are always open to more assistance, as it is mainly up to the same ladies each year and maybe some energetic males could find time to assist in setting up some of the fixtures!!
So if you can spare some time to participate you would be welcomed, call Jill Miller on
01845-525112/ 522333
Jill and the Ladies group do a tremendous amount of voluntary work on behalf of the Association, also they hold monthly dinner meetings at various venues. Any Lady wishing to join in would be most welcome. Contact Jill Miller on 01845-535112/522333
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
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