Continue reading »]]> Clitheroe Chamber of Trade & Commerce has once again decorated the town with Union Jack flags to commemorate the Royal Wedding Celebrations.  The flags will be punctuated by the St George Cross flags to celebrate St Georges Day on Saturday 23^rd April.  The Chamber is collecting from the town centre businesses £10 per St George’s Day flag for MacMillan Nurses on behalf of Ribble Valley Glass who have kindly donated their time in erecting the flags.

Members have all been talking about the Royal Wedding weekend and how it’s helping to create a great atmosphere.  Many shops and businesses will join in the spirit of the occasion with themed red, white and blue window displays.

At the end of May, Clitheroe will be festooned with around 1,500 metres of bunting along Moor Lane, Castle Street, Market Place, Wellgate and King Street.

Ian Lloyd, President of Clitheroe Chamber of Trade & Commerce said he was pleased with all the efforts.  He said: “The bunting is going to add to the atmosphere and help create even more excitement.   I’ve personally been impressed by positive feedback from the presence of the flags it has brought the community together – both businesses and residents. It’s always a big team effort for us all to get this organised.”

Bunting will be erected on Sunday 22 May – if you can offer any help please contact Clitheroe Chamber of Trade & Commerce.  www.clitheroeinbusiness.co.uk

The Chamber hopes the bunting creates a lot of colour and helps get people in a summer mood.

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Jo Dixon & Kelly Dixon, Amelia's Brides

For those members who attended the Annual Presidential Dinner and Ball at The Stirk House Hotel on Saturday 5th February, thank you for your support.  For those members who were unable to attend you missed what can only be described as one of the best dinner dances I’ve been to in a long time.

Our grateful thanks go to Jo and Kelly from Amelia’s Brides in Moor Lane for their sterling efforts in organising a super evening celebrating The Chamber’s success over the last 12 months.  Thanks also go to Andrew Hale Photography and Janet for taking photos and group shots of the evening to be forwarded to the press and Lancashire Life.

The event was attended by over 130 members and guests of The Chamber including the Mayor of The Ribble Valley, the Deputy Speaker and Member of Parliament for The Ribble Valley, the Mayor of Clitheroe and the Leader of the Council.

We will shortly be able to confirm that a considerable sum was raised on the evening from a raffle and fund raising events which will be divided between The Chambers promotions and the President’s nominated charity, The Sanctuary at Langho.

Whilst writing may I remind all remembers that the 84^th Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 8^th March in the Ballroom at the newly re-opened Swan and Royal Hotel.

Nominations are being sought for President, Vice-President and two new members for the Executive Committee.  A new era has dawned for Clitheroe Chamber of Trade and Commerce and with over 100 new members in the last 12 months, The Chamber grows from strength to strength.  More than ever we need your support and input as the deadline for nominations comes nearer.Voting papers along with a copy of the Constitution, list of members, current Executive and Initiative Groups are available on request.

Once again thank you so much for your support on Saturday evening and over the last 12 months and I look forward to seeing you soon.

IAN S LLOYD
PRESIDENT
CLITHEROE CHAMBER OF TRADE AND COMMERCE

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Entertain your clients or say thank you to your team for their hard work and join Clitheroe’s business community for an enjoyable evening.  Clitheroe Chamber of Trade & Commerce welcome members and non members – come and join in to celebrate with friends and network.

Life is good!! Heck, life is more than good – life is great! Valentine’s Day is on its way, Spring is almost in the air and we work in the beautiful Ribble Valley. 

Throw on your beads and join us – it’s going to take more than a recession to steal our joy!   

Tickets from Jo & Kelly Amelia’s Brides on Moor Lane –  info@ameliasbrides.com or phone 442929

Continue reading »]]> Based on the celebration of the Nativity, the Posada is a South American tradition.  The purpose is to encourage the virtue of hospitality, remembering that for a time Mary and Joseph were homeless and dependent on the generosity of others.

Posadas are an enactment of Joseph and Mary looking for lodging on their way to Bethlehem.  Business Members of Clitheroe Chamber of Trade & Commerce have scheduled to host the Posada up to Christmas.

Reverend Andy Froud of St Mary’s in Clitheroe said “Children get a great kick out of spotting the figures around town and this year will be encouraged to note down where they have seen them”.

Feliz Navidad!

Continue reading »]]> Get a ‘march on’ this March!

Jacqueline (Jwl Contemporary Jewellery on Wellgate) and Sam Turner invite you to join them for the Sports Relief Mile.

Calling all members – this Easter season you are invited to hop to it over at the Castle Field for this year’s Sports Relief – a great opportunity to raise money and meet up with other members for memorable afternoon. Put down those hot pots & just do it !

Sam Turner says:

“Now some of you may have seen our running mentor, Jacqueline, pounding the streets, however, I’m a complete running novice!”

Please join us for a speedy walk/run, some company and a good effort for Clitheroe Chamber of Trade & Commerce members on Sunday 21st March at 12.30pm on the Castle Field.

http://www.sportrelief.com/the-mile/clitheroe-castlefield-mile

You’ll need to submit your own individual entry on line via the above link, then let us know.

Could be an excuse to get you back in the step, or kick start to a new you!

“Must run!”

Sam

PS. Don’t forget if you can’t join in the run you can always sponsor us.