Unique opportunity to own a bespoke barrel as popular art sculptures go under the hammer

Individuals are being given the chance to get their hands on one of 14 unique art sculptures next month as a popular heritage art trail comes to an end. The Burton Barrel Roll, which was held in Burton town centre for 10 weeks over the summer, attracted more than 31,000 visitors to the area, addingContinue reading “Unique opportunity to own a bespoke barrel as popular art sculptures go under the hammer”

Staffordshire farmers get inspiration from world’s largest pumpkin farms for new autumn event

Staffordshire farm park to launch a new Pumpkin Village with 30 acres of pickable pumpkins, live music, entertainment and seasonal stalls inspired by some of the largest pumpkin farms in the world. The National Forest Adventure Farm, in Postern Road, Tatenhill, is launching its biggest pumpkin picking celebration yet next month as it brings InstagramContinue reading “Staffordshire farmers get inspiration from world’s largest pumpkin farms for new autumn event”

Businesses urged to inspire the next generation of digital engineers to meet UK skills gap

STEM education programme urges Derbyshire businesses to get behind National Coding Week and help schools to support the next generation in learning vital digital skills which will enhance career opportunities. STEM Venturi, which works with schools and community groups to increase access to digital skills such as coding, robotics and engineering, is looking to createContinue reading “Businesses urged to inspire the next generation of digital engineers to meet UK skills gap”

Bringing the beach to Burton as farm park celebrates 20 years of family fun

Landlocked Staffordshire is having a taste of life on the beach as giant paddling pools, seaside shows, beachside sandcastles and relaxing deck chairs create that holiday feel at a Burton farm park. The National Forest Adventure Farm, in Tatenhill, which is this year celebrating two decades of entertaining families, is transforming its 40-acre Staffordshire farmContinue reading “Bringing the beach to Burton as farm park celebrates 20 years of family fun”

Have you got what it takes to deliver a scream inducing scare?

Staffordshire scream park is looking to recruit more than 150 scare actors for its Halloween fright nights and want-to-be zombies and demons only have weeks left to apply. Screamfest, based at National Forest Adventure Farm, in Tatenhill, near Burton, is currently holding auditions for everything from chainsaw wielding mad men and psychotic clowns, to cannibalsContinue reading “Have you got what it takes to deliver a scream inducing scare?”

5 things journalists hate to see in a pitch

Struggling to get your press release picked up by journalists? Hearing ‘no thank you’ more than yes, it could be that you are falling foul of these common mistakes when pitching. Reporters receive hundreds of press releases every week. Their inboxes are full of PRs trying to get their attention. Don’t let these top journalistContinue reading “5 things journalists hate to see in a pitch”

10 easy ways to make sure your website news section is growing your business

Regularly updating your website is not only good for brand awareness it is essential for promoting strong business growth. Search engines value fresh and relevant content. By updating your website regularly you signal to search engines that your site is active, increasing the chances of higher rankings and improved organic visibility. Get the most outContinue reading “10 easy ways to make sure your website news section is growing your business”

Innovative enterprise sees students set up life changing business

Nottingham students are boosting the city’s entrepreneurial spirit as businesses get behind them to buck the trend and increase opportunities for self-employment. Thanks to a collaboration between enterprise course Marketing Mavericks and Nottingham Business School, based at Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham is seeing an increase in the number of students choosing to start up theirContinue reading “Innovative enterprise sees students set up life changing business”

Raptor Ranch unleashes dino fun at a Staffordshire farm

Walk with prehistoric beasts as interactive dinosaur experience Raptor Ranch comes to Staffordshire this half term. The National Forest Adventure Farm, in Tatenhill, will be opening the doors on Raptor Ranch from Saturday 25th May to Sunday 2nd June for a week of roarsome dinosaur fun. Come face to face with a T-rex, explore theContinue reading “Raptor Ranch unleashes dino fun at a Staffordshire farm”

Businesses urged to support schools in inspiring the next generation of engineers

South Derbyshire led STEM education project is calling on businesses to support local schools in helping the next generation of engineers. Holly Davies, who runs science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) education workshops through STEM Venturi, based in Hilton, is appealing for help to build greater links between businesses and schools to bridge the UK’sContinue reading “Businesses urged to support schools in inspiring the next generation of engineers”