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Newcastle under Lyme
The Borough of Newcastle under Lyme is part of Staffordshire and is close to junctions 15/16. The market town of Newcastle under Lyme has a population of around 75,000. The area has a wide range of retailers, many of which are independents, a dedicated market area which has a selection of types of markets running throughout each week. Keele University and the popular College are also very close to the Town Centre, which has been awarded the prestigious Purple Flag, like a green flag for parks and gardens, is an award to promote safe and managed night time economy.
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York Place wins ethical workplace accreditation
York Place becomes first shopping centre in UK to win prestigious ethical workplace accreditation. The fairplace Award ® – developed in partnership with the property industry – allows businesses to demonstrate practical commitment to people, local community and planet.
Sponsorship Opportunity for Homecoming 2018
Local businesses are being given the opportunity for a sponsorship package for this years Homecoming event. The Homecoming is a well established Circus themed event that happens in Newcastle-under-Lyme every year. This year is set to be bigger and better than ever with Newcastle-under-Lyme being named as one of the 6 cities of circus! Sponsor The Homecoming 2018
BID Highlights and Achievements in 2017
We have produced a Highlights and Achievements brochure which details all the projects, activities and events we have delivered or helped to deliver during 2017. A copy of the booklet was sent with all the levy bills for 2018/2019 but you can view and download here also! NULB;A5 12pp highlights_Final
Open Call to Local Artists!!
Are you a local artist and would like to be involved in this years Astley Town Trail? This is a great opportunity to get involved with young people and be a part of the Astley Project! http://www.philipastley.org.uk/news/town-trail/
We Get a Deal.com
We Get A Deal are creating a movement for local business owners with a simple concept, NO Monthly Fees, NO Joining Fees, NO High Commission Fees. Which means you can pass on savings to your customers & increase your sales. Check out their website for more info – https://www.wegetadeal.com/
WHAT's ON in Newcastle under Lyme
In 1768, Newcastle-under-Lyme’s famous equestrian and cavalryman, Philip Astley created the circus ring and invented the circus form. As part of Circus250, NoFit State and Firenza Guidi will create LEXICON – a daring, seductive and utterly contemporary take on circus for a seated audience in the round. Drawing inspiration from circus history, heritage, and traditions, we dig in the underground of memory and celebrate the past, present and future of circus. LEXICON is the coming together of the new and old languages of circus and the creation of a new voice for NoFit State. Commissioned by New Vic Theatre Funded by Arts Council England, the Arts Council of Wales and the Foyle Foundation For more information please visit – http://www.nofitstate.org/lexicon
Stanworths’ Fun Fair are back this Easter on Goose Street Car Park! Come and enjoy some great rides with the family before heading into town for the EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA!
The date for the introduciton of the new GDPR regulations is looming on us all. Newcastle-under-Lyme BID are funding 2 GDPR Training session – FREE to all BID area businesses. The places are first come first served so please contact us by emailing kathryn.quinn@nulbid.co.uk if you would like to book onto one of the 2 sessions. The second is on 20th April 2018 from 9am (registration) to 12.30pm.
As part of a linked initiative to Newcastle’s entry into the Britain in Bloom competition, over 50 primary, secondary and special schools have been invited to take part in the ever popular children’s painting competition. We expect to receive in excess of 1000 entries from all over the borough and a selection of the most vibrant paintings will be displayed in an exhibition at The Art Studio, Barracks Road, Newcastle from Wednesday 25th April until Thursday 3rd May. The children’s creations will reflect their interpretation of Philip Astley and his wonderful legacy. So roll up, roll up and prepare to be amazed by the exceptional standard of artwork from the talented young people of Newcastle-under-Lyme. ‘What a Bloomin’ Performance’ Philip Astley themed children’s painting exhibition can be viewed by the general public (admission is free) from Wed 25th April to Thurs 3rd May 2018 at The Art Studio, Barracks Road, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 1LG DATES Wed 25th April to Thurs 3rd May 2018 OPENING TIMES: Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm Sat 10am-4pm Sun 12-4pm For more info please visit – http://www.philipastley.org.uk/events/exhibition-painting-circus/
BID are funding First Aid training for levy payers. The session is on 25th April and will run from approximately 11am till 6pm at Kings Street Studios. Course details are as follows; Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (Ofqual Regulated (RQF)) Duration: 1 days / 6 hours Target Audience: Nominated emergency first aiders, or anyone wanting a one day introduction to first aid Course Details: Basic life saving first aid and workplace health and safety regulations There is no final examination with this course the trainer will continually assess each candidate throughout the course. Each successful candidate will receive a Ofqual Regulated (RQF) approved certificate which is valid for 3 years. This course is legally compliant with the current Health and Safety (first aid) Regulations 1981. It is strongly recommended that you update your skills by taking a 3 hour annual first aid update. For more information please contact – amy.williams@nulbid.co.uk
Visitors to the Brampton Museum can follow in the footsteps of a team of intrepid research volunteers who have used their skills, tenacity and commitment to investigate our most burning questions: What is Astley’s connection to Newcastle-under-Lyme? What would his early life have been like? How might this have influenced his later career? The free 12-week exhibition will educate and excite adults and young people alike. By viewing circus prints, posters and costumes, visitors will learn about Astley’s life and how his career influenced later developments in the performing arts up to the present day. Objects on loan include items from the V&A Museum’s Theatre and Performance Collection on public view in Staffordshire for the first time. Opening Dates and Times May 5th – July 15th 2018 Monday to Saturday – 10am to 5.30pm Sunday – 2pm to 5.30pm For more information please visit – http://www.philipastley.org.uk/events/exhibition-philip-astley-his-life-and-legacy/
Live Music performances over Newcastle Town Centre
Jazz and Blues festival – Lots of Venues around Newcastle
Celebrating 250 years of the Modern Circus
AstleyFest is coming to town on 4 August 2018, giving thousands of people the chance to enjoy a free and fabulous fun day out as we bring Astley’s astounding life to life in Lyme Valley Park. Expect to be dazzled with a range of daring talent ‘entering the ring’ including circus performances, horse shows, military displays, hands-on activities, and much more. There will be a tasty range of food stalls and stacks of fun ways to find out more about the man and myth of Philip Astley. Children and adults alike will love clowning around, trying their hand at circus skills and seeing awe-inspiring circus acts. AstleyFest is proud to be showing the premiere of New Vic Theatre’s performance of Roll Up, Roll Up, a brand-new show about Philip Astley developed with local writers, performers and choir members. Don’t miss out on this wonderful day out as AstelyFest promises to offer a knockout punch of quality entertainment for the whole family to enjoy!
Make your way to the Lyme Valley Parkway on Sunday 21st October for an evening of spectacular fireworks, fair ground rides and much more! Watch this space for more info.
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