The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House is delighted to be relaunching our invaluable Hospice at Home Service.
We feel patients at the end of life must have access to high quality care, advice and support in their preferred place of care, and that care extends to their family and informal and formal care-givers.
The Hospice promotes care and support that are delivered in a culture that respects patient autonomy and is centered around individual end of life care wishes.
The commitment of the local Integrated Care Board to the financial support of this service is welcomed by our CEO Niki Ellis who has campaigned for many years for the development of this much needed service.
“Caring for patients who are in the last weeks of life is a specialist and vitally important service. When delivered well, with compassion, knowledge and shaped by what is important to the person – it is a powerful and moving experience. We only get one chance to get it right for the patient and their family and our team go to extraordinary lengths to ensure we get it right every time.”
The main objective of the service is to allow those who wish to die at home to be supported to do so by a team of Hospice staff with specialist expertise in end of life care.
Care is based on a holistic approach that focuses on the needs of the patient and their family, respecting people’s beliefs and values. The service complements and supports existing services including GPs, community nurses, domiciliary care agencies and care homes.
As a charity the Hospice continues to fundraise within the community; if you would like to find out more about how you can make a difference please contact the Fundraising Team on 01485 601701 or by email fundraisingteam@norfolkhospice.org.uk
There are many challenges that businesses face understanding commodity codes and ensuring you are using the correct commodity codes for your products is vitally important.
Commodity codes classify your goods so that export/import declarations can be completed. They are used to check if there’s duty or VAT to pay and find out about duty reliefs.
As the UK approaches the end of the transition period it is crucial that businesses are doing all they can to prepare for the future and commodity codes are a starting point.
The aims of the Trade Commodity Course is as follows :-
To understand the purpose of Trade Commodity Codes
Understand how the codes are made up and structured – what it all means
How a Trade Commodity Code is built
To help individuals find the appropriate Trade Commodity Codes
Provide ideas of ways to find the right Commodity Codes
Provide guidance as to how to find the appropriate code for goods that are hard to classify
Help delegates awareness of things they should consider in relation to deciding on a Trade Commodity Code
Who should attend?
This course is suitable for anyone involved in the export or import process such as accounts, sales, purchasing /buyers; staff responsible for the preparation of customs and other international documentation ‘ freight forwarders, shipping, goods inward staff etc.
Can’t get your head around preference and non-preference origin? When it comes to the rules of origin it is easy to get confused.
This half day course will take a detailed look at the rules of origin and will provide you with clarity. This course also makes you aware of the differences between the two rules of origin.
Aims:
• Have a clear understanding of the differences between preference and non-preference origin
• Understand the rules determining preference rules of origin
• Have an understanding of the percentage rules and how to apply it
• Know the different types of origin
• Know where you can go for help and identify sources of information
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for anyone involved in the export or import process such as; accounts, purchasing / buyers, freight forwarders, shipping, goods inward staff and many more.
Testimonials
“Very knowledgeable speaker who was able to incorporate real life scenarios to add depth to my learning.”
“Things became a lot clearer. I now have a better understanding of the procedures involved and documents that may be required. ”
Cancellation Policy
15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.
One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate. Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.
To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to export@norfolkchambers.co.uk or call 01603 729707
You may be eligible to claim up to 100% of the training course cost back from HMRC. You can find out more if your business is eligible, how to register and submit an application at https://www.customsintermediarygrant.co.uk/
Norfolk distillery beats stiff competition from around the world, including Scotland’s finest, to win one of whisky’s ultimate accolades…
Just 17 years after laying down its first casks
£59 bottles are available now, but be quick they’re selling fast!
A pioneering English distillery that opened its doors just 17 years ago is celebrating winning one of global whisky’s ultimate accolades after scooping Best Single Malt at the annual World Whiskies Awards.
Norfolk-based The English Distillery became the first operational whisky distillery in more than 100 years when it opened for business in 2006.
Now it has claimed an even more impressive first by beating off stiff competition from some of the world’s oldest and rarest whiskies with a sherry cask matured single malt whisky that it launched less than six months ago to critical acclaim.
Bottled by hand at its Breckland-based distillery, The English Sherry Cask is an unpeated single malt whisky, which has been matured from start to finish in the finest PX sherry casks to create a stunning expression that it said had been “well worth the wait”.
The distillery learned of its world-winning success in front of the whisky industry’s finest at Merchant Taylors’ Hall in London on Wednesday evening (20th March) as awards organiser Whisky Magazine celebrated “the best people, places, and products in the whisky world”.
Founded by farmer James Nelstrop to fulfil a lifelong dream, the distillery – guided by the experience of legendary Master Distiller Ian Henderson – began to lay down whiskies in its dunnage warehouses, with the sole aim of making world class single malt whisky in England following a century’s absence of whisky making in the country.
Like all its whiskies, the winning whisky was made using barley grown locally and on the Nelstrop family farms. The entire distillation process of milling, mashing, distilling with a pair of traditional and beautiful copper stills, maturing in the finest oak casks and hand bottling, all take place at the distillery.
James’ son Andrew, who has led the 20-strong team at the picturesque distillery since his father’s death in 2014.
Andrew said: “We’re stunned. Whilst any whisky maker hopes to win an award, winning the big one is the realisation of my father’s sole goal of creating world class single malt whiskies in England, and sharing them with whisky lovers around the world.”
Father of two Andrew, whose wife Katy works alongside him as The English Distillery’s Marketing Director, added: “This is a super way to celebrate our 18th year of whisky distilling. It’s a testament to our distillers’ work and I know my father would have been hugely proud of this achievement, as are we.
“As the English Whisky category continues to grow with pace, this award is another milestone for whisky making in England, particularly when it’s judged against some of the finest single malt whiskies from around the world, including Scotland.”
The winning whisky boasts aromas of rich dark fruits from the sherry-filled casks, which combine in a nose of raw honey and vanilla, leading to a burst of sweet toffee, cherries and digestives on the palate. The result is a wonderfully balanced and rich whisky that is not outshone by the wood.
Bottled at 46% abv, non chill filtered and natural in colour, The English Sherry Cask is a no age statement whisky that is part of the distillery’s core range, which includes The English Original and The English Smokey (both RRP £47.50, 70cl bottle).
Stockist House of Malt describes the winning whisky as a “delightful newcomer to The English Distillery’s core range… with a luxuriously thick sherry character, brimming with flavours of crumbly biscuits, smooth vanilla caramel, simmered berries, and sun-dried figs”.
Do you understand the role of HMRC, rules of origin and Intra-EC trade? Understanding complicated customs procedures is vital to help save you time and money when importing and exporting goods.
This half day course will provide you with the information you need to be able to understand how to comply with customs and the procedures in place.
Aims:
• To understand the role of HMRC, the rules of origin and Intra-EC trade
• Understand key pieces of information on a customs entry and what they mean
• Know why it is essential that goods are classified correctly and who is responsible
• How to work out the VAT and Duty to be applied to your import
• Be able to explain ‘free circulation’
Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for anyone involved in the export or import process such as; accounts, purchasing / buyers, freight forwarders, shipping, goods inward staff and many more
Testimonials
“Very detailed and informative course. The trainer was more than happy to answer all of my questions at the end.”
“All aspects of the subject were covered. I would definitely recommend this course to a colleague.”
“Great course – the trainer is very passionate and knowledgeable.”
Cancellation Policy
15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.
One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate. Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.
To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to export@norfolkchambers.co.uk or call 01603 729707
Norwich-based printing firm BDH Tullford has launched a brand new range of transparent pull-up banners, ideal for use as portable hygiene screens.
Suitable for use in a wide range of environments, including offices, salons and waiting rooms, the company’s online store has both fixed-height and adjustable options available.
Not only are they lightweight and easy to use, BDH Tullford can also print onto the clear screens, allowing you to add branding, messages and directions to the banner, so you can deliver valuable messaging while keeping staff and customers safe.
Do you know what an Incoterm is and which one you should use for your export? Used in sales contracts worldwide, Incoterms define the risks and responsibilities of a buyer and seller in an international sales contract.
A new version of Incoterms has been published in September 2019 for implementation in January 2020 and we have arranged for an update course to make the latest information available. The Incoterms® Rules are an essential business tool for international trade because they define the risk and cost responsibilities of each party when arranging loading/unloading of the goods, delivery, import export clearance and freight contracts. They may be used in contract negotiations, as a checklist for buyers and sellers and as a framework for international and domestic sales contracts.
What does it cover?
Introduction to Incoterms – what they are? what do they do?
The purpose of Incoterms
Incoterms® 2020
The structure and layout
The importance of understanding when delivery takes place and how that impacts on the transfer of risk between seller and buyer
Practical issues around Incoterms® – the pros and cons
Negotiating Incoterms
Who Should Attend?
Anyone who is involved in International Trade such as: accounts, purchasing/buyers, freight forwarders, shipping, goods inward staff to name a few.
This full day course looks at the Incoterms® Rules will consider the general features of the rules and will examine each one. The principal differences between old and new rules and changing obligations of the parties will be highlighted.
Testimonials
“Very good course. The speaker was well informed and helpful.”
“Well explained course. All my questions were answered. ”
“Very informative. I even purchased a copy of the Incoterms book from the Chamber!”
Cancellation Policy
15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.
One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate. Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.
To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to export@norfolkchambers.co.uk or call 01603 729707
Captain Fawcett Ltd is simply delighted to be recognised as an East of England Export Champion by the Department for International Trade (DIT). It is particularly welcome in this, Captain Fawcett’s 10th Anniversary year. Celebrations to mark the occasion have, of course, been somewhat delayed due to unfolding global events yet plans for developing product ranges and reaching out to new territories have continued, albeit with meetings taking place online rather than the company’s preferred face-to-face approach. Combining a unique brand of Edwardian derring do with a humorously idiosyncratic take on what it means to be a gentleman in the 21st century, Captain Fawcett Ltd is a manufacturer, distributor and exporter of high quality gentlemen’s grooming products (First Class Gentlemen’s Grooming Requisites). Based at his Gentlemen’s Emporium in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, UK, all Captain Fawcett oils are produced in-house and the legendary wax is still made by the company’s founder himself. Captain Fawcett Ltd is proud of being a niche brand, uncompromising on quality. All packaging is made in the UK, as are all Fawcett products. Attention to detail is paramount. It is a great honour to be included amongst those fine companies acknowledged for an inspirational attitude to growing a business through exporting products and thus championing this outward bound approach in the East of England. As an Export Champion, rest assured Captain Fawcett Ltd will be playing our part in peer to peer conversations, encouraging fellow companies in the East of England region to start exporting, to offer practical advice on how to turn exporting ambitions into reality and to share our experiences of how the DIT helped Captain Fawcett Ltd to forge ahead into new markets. Beginning as an entrepreneurial start-up, Captain Fawcett Ltd is now an established SME, exporting to 42 countries world-wide, including key and emerging markets such as the US and India. With the ever increasing demand for high quality British products, there is undoubtedly fantastic opportunity for British businesses to build stronger trading relationships and win greater access to some of the largest and fastest growing markets in the world. All hugely exciting for a business begun at a kitchen table in Terrington St Clement! Captain Fawcett founder, Richie Finney, says “For any business interested in exporting, I’d say don’t hesitate to get in touch with the DIT. They have a superb network of International trade advisers local to territories worldwide, ready to help with tailored advice, guidance and running workshops on a vast range of topics, plus relevant funding support. It will be a great honour to inspire other UK businesses who haven’t yet begun to sell overseas to dive in and start swimming!”
DIT assistance Companies looking for support from DIT should call 01707 398 398 or email eastinfo@mobile.trade.gov.uk. They can also visit great.gov.uk, which has information on live export opportunities and includes general information on exporting and events.
Plans are underway for an expansion to Bluebell Nursery, part of Langley Prep School in Taverham, due to an unprecedented demand for places.
The expansion comes following the launch of a brand new baby room in 2022, which has been so successful that there is now a mounting waiting list. The plans will see the build of a new, purpose-built nursery space to cater to the demand for places.
The nursery, which is based on the 100 acre Langley Prep site, caters for babies and children from 6 months to 4 years old.
Head of Nursery and Pre-Prep, Mrs Allison Skipper comments, “We are absolutely delighted with the success of Bluebell Nursery and what’s really special is seeing the children not just settling but flourishing in the new setting. The feedback from parents has blown us away, and we couldn’t ignore the demand for more places, so that’s why we are expanding.”
The new nursery space will feature a ‘Tots-Town’ theme, with role play and sensory learning a key focus. The facility will also continue Langley’s Outdoor Learning focus, with a woodland theme and the chance for children to play and explore in the extensive woodland and grounds. The development will also see existing buildings on the school site re-purposed to form a Pre-School for those aged 3 to 4.
“Our daughter joined Bluebell Nursery aged 12 months and later this year she will move up to the next room,” comments a Nursery parent. “The way in which the practitioners interact with her is more than any parent could ask for – the care and interest they have is so apparent. We know, without a shadow of a doubt, that Bluebell has been the best start for our daughter, and this is just the start of her Langley journey.”
Bluebell Nursery offers an all year-round nursery provision, with an option for term-time-only for those parents who have children in the Langley Pre-Prep or Prep School.
The opening of the expanded nursery is planned for April 2024.
Before then, on Thursday 21st March, there is a Nursery Open Day and, from Monday 4th to Friday 8th March, there is an ‘Open Week’ for families to tour the Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep at Langley in Taverham. Book your date and time slot today: https://langleyschool.co.uk/open-events/
Join us for the next Jarrolds Business Club gathering, where we delve into growth, challenges, and overcoming obstacles. On Wednesday, 22nd January 2025, the evening promises an insightful panel debate with accomplished voices from the business community, exploring the paths to sustainable growth amid the complexities of today’s business landscape.
In our signature style – confident, timeless, and engaging – we will look at growth from various angles, examining the obstacles businesses face, from scaling and strategy to market changes and resource limitations. This discussion is perfect for those looking to deepen their understanding of how to navigate and flourish in a competitive environment, balancing innovation with resilience.
Our expert panellists will share real experiences, offer thoughtful guidance and sparking conversation on effective growth strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an emerging entrepreneur, this event will offer valuable insights and a space to connect with like-minded individuals in the heart of our vibrant Norfolk business community.
Wednesday, 22nd January 2025 Jarrolds
6pm – 8pm
An evening of inspiration, learning, and networking, where Jarrolds Business Club brings together the best of Norfolk’s business minds.
A great opportunity to celebrate the start of Spring by visiting a working tulip field.
The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House and tulip grower Mark Eves of Norfolk Tulips are thrilled to announce the return of Tulips for Tapping again this Spring. This will be the fourth year this unique event has taken place and will run from Thursday 18th April to Monday 29th April 2024 (closed Tuesday 23rd April and Wednesday 24th April). The event is a rare chance to celebrate the start of Spring by visiting and walking through working tulip fields, taking advantage of special photo opportunities and enjoying a day out in the beautiful Norfolk countryside.
The tulip fields are located just off the A148, close to the Sandringham Estate in King’s Lynn. The exact location will be given to ticket holders at the time of purchase. Tickets will be for 45 minute slots with first entry at 10am and last entry at 3.30pm. Adult admission is £7.50 each, children (aged 5 to 17) are £5.00 each and under 5s are free. This year we are offering three late evenings, where we will be open from 10am and last entry will be 7pm (Friday 19th April, Thursday 25th April and Friday 26th April). This year there will be a parking charge of £2.00 per car which will cover the cost incurred by The Norfolk Hospice to rent the land for the car park. Please note, there is no public transport or walking access to the event; all attendees must travel to the event by car or taxi.
The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House invites everyone to come and enjoy the breath-taking display of colour and celebration of the tulip season. While there is a small price increase for tickets this year, the price is reflective of the cost to run this event and is benchmarked against similar events which run throughout the UK. Tulips for Tapping continues to be a great opportunity to experience the stunning display of colour and beauty the tulip fields offer, with all proceeds going directly to the Hospice. The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House provides vital services in the local community offering free care, comfort and compassion for people who are living with a life limiting condition, whilst also providing support for their families and friends.
Nicola Ellis, Chief Executive at The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House said “We are delighted to be opening the tulip fields for another incredible event. Each year we are overwhelmed by the generosity of the visitors, who come from near and far, to see the splendid sight of the tulips in full bloom.
As a charity providing free end of life care to people in West Norfolk we are reliant on the income that events such as this generate. With our annual care services running in excess of £3.25 million a year, we welcome the opportunity to invite people to share in such a wonderful experience whilst contributing to such a great cause.
I would especially like to thank the team at Norfolk Tulips, Michael Rae and Roydon Hall Farms for making this event happen once again in 2024.”
To ensure entry, tickets must be pre-booked in advance, online at www.norfolkhospice.org.uk. Tickets go on sale on Monday 8th April at 10am. There will be local traders selling food and refreshments, toilet facilities, parking and a stall selling merchandise at the event.
Dogs and drones are strictly forbidden on the fields. While those using wheelchairs and buggies are wholeheartedly welcomed at the fields, we would ask that users be aware that conditions on the day are wholly dependent upon the weather. The terrain will be uneven and can be muddy or dusty; please bear this in mind before you visit and ensure you wear appropriate footwear. Please note the site is a no-smoking zone.
For further information, please visit www.norfolkhospice.org.uk or contact The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House on 01485 601 701.
