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IS SUE 15 WINTER 2014
THE BROOKL ANDS BUS INES S COMMUNIT Y INITIATIVE
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FROM THE EDITOR
Welcome…
Karen Sutton
Business@Brooklands Chairman
As we come to the end of our third
year of Business@Brooklands, I
reflect on what 2014 has brought
us and highlight what 2015 has in
store…
2014 started very much as 2013
ended; more rain! With nearly 300mm
falling in some areas, it was the wettest
winter on record since 1910 with Surrey
being one of the hardest hit; hundreds of
people are still not back in their homes in
our neighbouring town of Chertsey!
We’ve had another four great events
at Brooklands College, St. George’s Hill
Lawn Tennis Club, Prime Health and
finally this week at Brooklands Museum.
We’ve also seen good growth in the
membership and retention which is great
news!
KRIS COOK
I couldn’t review the year though, without
mentioning RideLondon. What should
have been an incredibly exciting day
didn’t turn out that way. Hurricane Bertha
threw everything she had at us in the
early hours of the 10 August, and for the
twelve hours that followed, leading to
many people having accidents, including
me. What we didn’t expect though, was
tragedy in our own team.
Kris Cook, who was riding for Woking &
Sam Beare Hospices, went out to raise
£500 for his charity but sadly died after
suffering a cardiac arrest at Newlands
Corner. His family were overwhelmed
by the generosity of the public with
donations coming in from friends,
colleagues, fellow Ride 100 cyclists and
Rotary Clubs, even complete strangers
who had all been moved by the story.
LOOKING FORWARD
Moving into 2015, we will kick off with a
big event, bringing Brooklands onto the
national stage! The inaugural National
CSR Awards, inspired by our CSR
Forum, will be hosted by Mercedes-Benz
World on 6 March and will be combined
with our March event. It really is one
NOT to be missed. For more information
about entering an award, or attending the
Showcase exhibition, visit the website at
www.nationalCSRawards.co.uk or see
the items and adverts in this issue.
In September, Business@Brooklands
will host the first Elmbridge Family Fun
Day on the Community Park. It will be a
full jam packed day of fun with something
to do for all ages. For more information,
go to pages 10-11.
Enjoy reading! From all at Business@
Brooklands, we would like to wish
you a Merry
Christmas
and a very
Prosperous
2015!
Kris Cook (right) with the Woking & Sam Beare cycling team at the start of RideLondon
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experience what it was
like to race around the
original Brooklands
circuit in the 1930s at
over 100mph.
The Napier-Railton
Race Experience inside
the 4D Theatre at
Brooklands Museum
is a multi-sensory
nostalgic rush using
real film, 3D glasses
and motion sensors.
Strap yourself into your
seat, sit back and hold
on tight!
COVER (INSET): Editor Karen Sutton
in the Napier Railton after ‘test driving’
the new 4D Napier Railton Experience,
Pictured with Director of Brooklands
Museum, Allan Winn.
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ON THE PARK
Re-engineering Brooklands
Plans for one of the most ambitious and significant developments in Brooklands
Museum’s history are well advanced and if Heritage Lottery Funding is confirmed
at the end of January, it will bring about a transformation of the site…
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its target of £2million in
match funding. If any readers
can offer support through
introductions to interested
parties or further donations
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from you.
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that form an integral part
of the project, Brooklands
Museum volunteers, as well
as other volunteers from
across the heritage sector,
will be able to learn new
skills in the conservation
and maintenance of historic
aircraft and a large expansion
in the provision of educational
visits is planned.
• The Brooklands Aircraft
Factory & Race Track
Revival Project aims to:
• Relocate the Wellington
Hangar away from the
Finishing Straight of the
Race Track and conserve it.
It will be interpreted as the
Brooklands Aircraft Factory
to tell the stories of the
history of aircraft manufacture
at Brooklands and the
technological breakthroughs
that helped to shape aviation
today.
• Create a new Flight Shed to
house more of the Museum’s
aircraft.
• Restore the original
Finishing Straight of the
Brooklands Race Track for
motoring and aviation events
and put the Clubhouse, Race
Track and Members’ Hill back
into historical context.
In addition, conservation of
and access to Brooklands’
unique collections will be
significantly enhanced
through the provision of a
dedicated Collections Store
and a new Research Room.
As part of the activities
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CORPORATE AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Strong judging line-up for the
inaugural National CSR Awards
An exciting new initiative has
been announced by the National
Corporate Social Responsibility
(CSR) Awards to reward and
celebrate business excellence and
innovation in sustainability, charity,
community development, employee
welfare, education and
the environment.
An impressive team of judges,
supporters and contributors has been
lined up to join Foreign Secretary
Rt. Hon. Philip Hammond MP at the
inaugural awards and showcase on
6 March 2015 at Mercedes-Benz World
in Weybridge, Surrey.
NatWest, Carillion and Global Action
Plan are among the main contributors
to the Awards. The judging team
responsible for selection of the winners
includes Camila Batmanghelidjh CBE,
Founder of Kids Company; Tony
Juniper, Environmentalist and Writer;
James Cameron, Chairman of Climate
Change Capital; and Bruce Poon Tip,
Philanthropist and Social Innovator.
The National CSR Awards process is
now open and organisations across the
country are invited to enter their recent
projects and initiatives promoting and
fostering social responsibility.
RECOGNISED
Entering one of the seven categories
couldn’t be easier: if an organisation
has a project or initiative for which they
would like to be recognised, then visit
the website www.nationalCSRawards.
co.uk to apply. There are three business
sectors for each category: SME (1-250),
large business (250+) and public sector/
not-for-profit.
Visit www.nationalCSRawards.co.uk.
The closing date for entries is on
31 January 2015.
SOMETHING TO SHOUT ABOUT?
The NCSRA 2015 judges (clockwise from
top left): Camila Batmanghelidjh CBE, Bruce
Poon Tip, James Cameron and Tony Juniper
awards founded by:
Be rewarded for
YOUR commitment
awards sponsored by:
Does your organisation deserve to be rewarded
for your achievements in the workplace, in your
communities and to the environment?
The inaugural National CSR Awards
SMEs, public/not for profit and large
are designed to recognise businesses
of all sizes for their commitment and
achievement in the workplace, in their
communities and for the environment.
Six unique categories split into three
business sectors means that any
business can apply!
organisations will be judged not just
on the size and impact of the project,
but by the resources used within the
business in order to deliver it.
@nationalCSR
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APPLY NOW!
Applications close on 31 January 2015
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ON THE PARK
Lower priced fibre connections
will bring benefits to SMEs
Today the average internet speed
for the business market is 18.7Mb/s
across the UK. Although internet
services have progressed, speeds are
still failing to meet user demand.
With the rise of cloud applications
(e.g. Salesforce), VoIP and interactive
accounting software, the demands of
the SME have changed dramatically.
Adopting online-only applications has
allowed SMEs to cut costs and enjoy
enterprise level applications while running
their businesses on a tight budget, but
often these bandwidth-hungry apps
require far speedier connectivity services.
Thankfully, newer technologies have
come to the fore such as FTTC (fibre
to the cabinet) and FTTP (fibre to the
premises) which enable higher speeds
and reduced prices.
Furthermore, pure fibre connections
are dropping in price. As fibre becomes
more reasonably priced and the
infrastructure is developed,
SMEs will be able to get hold
of accessible, affordable and
speedier connectivity services.
For more information on
their services, call 4D Data
Centres on 020 7183 0608.
Top tips from 4D to get
better internet for less:
• Research – There are many fibre
lines running throughout Brooklands –
it may not just be BT who can supply
you.
• Flexible commercials – Can you
sign for a longer term? You’ll get
better rates.
• Bigger is not always better –
Local providers can offer competitive
rates and great customer service.
• Club together – If fibre is not in your
area you can cut installation costs by
joining forces with other SMEs.
START-UP
The perfect
space to start
your business
According to the
Government Department
for Business, out of the
4.9m UK businesses
registered, 99.9% are
SMEs with less than
250 employees; and
of these, 75% do not
employ anyone beside the
business owner.
An estimated 102,000
‘start-up’ businesses were
registered in 2013, the
highest number in one year
since the survey started in
2000. Yet, a shocking 80%
of those will still fail within 18
months!
This may explain why so
many sole traders, especially
those needing premises to
run online retail businesses,
are turning to a company like
The Storage Pod for a base
to operate from, avoiding
initial commitments such
as long office leases and
contracted amenities such as
telephone and broadband.
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days, The Storage Pod offers
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wishing to ‘dip their toe’ into
running a small business
without taking a significant
financial risk; some business
owners do this while still
holding down a full time job.
The Storage Pod has the right storage for any business needs
Lionel Smith, Managing
Director of the self-storage
business in Brooklands,
said: “We have over 80
businesses that now trade
from here; a surprising 50%
of our let space. We even
have a photographer who
uses a pod once a month as
a studio!
“We are delighted to be able
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people wanting to branch out
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The Storage Pod contains
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LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Building a
better future
Brooklands College are
widening the offering of
their highly successful and
established engineering
department by opening a
brand new Hybrid Vehicle
and Electrical Engineering
Centre at their Weybridge
Campus this month.
The move has come
as part of the College’s
continued commitment to
providing STEM (Science,
Technology, Engineering
and Mathematics) learning
opportunities to the local
community.
The need to back STEM
related industries has long
been recognised by the
UK government, with the
Chancellor of the Exchequer
George Osborne recently
quoted as saying ‘Backing
growth in sectors such as
science, technology and
engineering is part of our long
term plan to deliver economic
security and sustainable
growth for a more resilient
economy’.
MUTUAL BENEFIT
Maureen Kilminster, Principal
at the College, said ‘We are
proud to be opening these
new facilities. It is our aim
to be an innovative College,
responsive to meeting local
and regional skills needs to
the mutual benefit of students
and organisations’.
The facility will not only
benefit school leavers
The Brooklands College Hybrid Vehicle and Electrical Engineering Centre
looking to study a STEM
related subject but will also
directly benefit local garages
and vehicle maintenance
centres. From January 2015
Brooklands College will be
offering a two day course
around working safely with,
and maintaining, hybrid
vehicles. The course includes
how to safely handle high
voltage systems and how to
carry out maintenance and
repair activities when working
on hybrid vehicles.
To find out more contact
01932 797797.
“I find the team at Limelight enthusiastic, efficient and very easy to work with.”
Copywriting
Exhibition management
Graphic design
Flyers
Photography
Promotions
Cartography
Proof reading
Pens
Signage
SEO
Event material
Web design
Stationery
Portraits
Clothing
Point of sale
Business cards
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Commercial print
Brochures
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Winter 2014
WORLD CLASS HEALTH, FITNESS AND DIAGNOSTICS SERVICES UNDER ONE ROOF
Expert physiotherapists
right on your doorstep
With over 50,000 trained therapists, students and
support workers in the UK, Physiotherapy plays a vital
role in today’s medicine. It can not only help people in
rehabilitation after an injury or surgery, but also those
affected by a range of conditions and disabilities, such
as Asthma, Cerebral Palsy and Dementia.
A Physiotherapist will take a ‘whole person’ approach to
health and wellbeing, which includes the patient’s general
lifestyle; maintaining health for people of all ages; and helping
to manage pain and prevent disease through movement and
exercise, manual therapy, education and advice.
INTEGRATED TREATMENT
Prime Health’s expert Physiotherapists believe that ‘hands
on’ therapy should sit at the heart of any treatment plan;
therefore soft tissue massage, joint and nerve mobilisations,
posture education, stretching and strengthening techniques
will form an integral part of any client’s treatment at Prime
Health.
In an initial consultation, they will test muscles, tendons,
ligaments, joints, nerves, balance, coordination, strength and
movement patterns in order to identify which structures are
being affected.
Several of the Prime Health team are qualified in
acupuncture and we also have the latest electrotherapy
machines such as Ultrasound, Interferential and TENS
available should they be required.
If you have a physical condition that
you would like advice about, please
contact one of the team at Prime
Health on 01932 504999
MEET THE TEAM
Nic Brink
Nic works in professional football, rugby
and basketball and currently works with the
Chelsea FC academy. His main interests
include sports related injuries, ankles,
knees, spinal and shoulder injuries with a
particular focus on advanced rehabilitation
and return to sport.
Mel Bryant
Mel is an expert in back & neck conditions
as well as being a Master Clinical Pilates
Instructor. Mel also enjoys treating anteand post-natal ladies suffering with back
and pelvic girdle pain.
Zarin Dumasia
Zarin has travelled the world practicing
Physiotherapy in the USA, UAE, Kuwait,
Malaysia and Kazakhstan. She deals with
all manner of sports and musculoskeletal
conditions and specialises in TMJ (jaw joint)
problems.
Ceri Parham
Ceri is an expert in sports injuries having
worked with Swansea FC, Cardiff FC,
London Irish RFC, London Broncos and
currently Wasps RFC where he is the First
Team Physiotherapist.
Nina Robinson
Nina has spent 25 years working in the
NHS, occupational health and private
sectors. She has developed her expertise in
post-injury and post-operative rehabilitation
as well as being a specialist in running
injuries.
Jonathan Shrewsbury
Jonathan spent 10 years working in elite
sport with the PGA European Golf Tour,
European Ryder Cup Team, England
RFU 7’s Team, GB Hockey and Fencing
Teams. He enjoys looking after all types of
musculoskeletal and sports injuries.
More details of Prime Health’s services
are available at www.prime-health.co.uk
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SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CHARITY
Challenge
yourself and
make a real
difference
Woking & Sam Beare Hospices
provide care and support to people as
they cope with life-limiting illnesses.
All care is provided free of any
charges and we rely on the support
of our very generous supporters to
continue our services.
From jumping out of a plane to holding
a coffee morning, buying a lottery ticket
or, last weekend at Mercedes-Benz
World, putting on a Santa suit and running
through the streets – we always have
something for people to get involved with.
For 2015 we have some amazing and
exhilarating charity challenges which
can make a difference to us, but, just as
importantly, offer you a way to challenge
yourself! We have runs, cycles, dragon
boating and even a trek in Costa Rica.
WSBH CHALLENGES : 2015
Surrey Half Marathon
8 March 2015
Dragon Boat Event
5 July 2015
Prudential Ride 100
2 August 2015
Costa Rica Coast to Coast Trek
14 - 25 November 2015
Our challenge events offer a great
opportunity for companies and individuals
to participate and raise funds for our
Hospices, encouraging teamwork within
a competitive, safe and fun environment.
Our dedicated challenge team is always
on hand to help with training tips and
fundraising ideas.
How will you challenge yourself in 2015?
Visit www.wsbhospices.co.uk/challenge
or call 01483 881 752.
For further information about the
services the hospices provide please
visit www.wsbhospices.co.uk
CALLING ALL CHARITIES!
awards founded by:
Reward and recognise
YOUR supporters
awards sponsored by:
Has an organisation or individual made a significant
difference to your charity? If so, then recommend
them for a National CSR Award…
If you would you to recognise an
If an individual has made a significant
organisation for the support they have
given your charity, whether it has been
for a one-off project or an ongoing
commitment through volunteering
and fundraising, then encourage them
to apply for the Best Community
Development Project Award.
difference by dedicating their life to the
needs of others, then why not nominate
them for an Outstanding Individual
Leadership Award.
@nationalCSR
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APPLY NOW!
Applications close on 31 January 2015
nationalCSRawards.co.uk
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DEVELOPING YOUR BUSINESS SKILLS
Are you A-HEAD
for success?
In the last article we talked about
Clarity. The second dimension to
success is Skillset.
The skills you need for success will
depend on your role. There are some
general skills which all of us would benefit
from and there are also job-specific skills.
My top three success skills are:
• Influencing with integrity – this helps
people buy into your ideas (and you) with
more ease and enables you to: negotiate
better deals; enjoy more constructive
relationships; avoid communication traps
and experience less stress.
• Time management – most people
are under pressure to achieve more in
less time with fewer resources available.
So, being able to manage your priorities,
become outcome-focused and navigate
through the plethora of time bandits
which threaten to derail you is key to your
productivity.
• Decision making – we make more
decisions than we are consciously
aware of. Not deciding is a decision in
itself. However, it is essential to be able
to make sound decisions consciously
which requires critical thinking skills to
brainstorm options and understand the
consequences of each. This way, you
will create more robust decisions with
contingency plans to protect you.
Skills can be underused or overused
– what skills do you have which are not
being used? What skills do you put into
overdrive so they become weaknesses?
And what skills do you have which give
you more flow?
Most people
are under
pressure to
achieve more
in less time with
fewer resources
available
To discover more about your own
strengths and blindspots, call
Tricia Woolfrey on 0845 130 0854.
Tricia is a business coach, mentor,
consultant and author specialising in
performance, productivity and stress
resilience. For more information visit
the website at www.pw-consulting.
co.uk
ON THE PARK
Work out in style at BFit
Brooklands Hotel have
recently re-launched their
gym packages.
The gym offers a fantastic
location for you to improve
your cardio-vascular fitness,
gain strength or maintain
your overall fitness. The gym
features a wide range of
cardio-vascular equipment,
including treadmills, cross
trainer and Concept II
rowing machine. There are
also weight machines and
free weights, together with
assorted boxing equipment.
BFit membership includes
unlimited use of the gym
seven days a week as well
as unlimited use of the sauna
and steam room. You’ll
get a complimentary towel
and locker, 50% discounts
throughout the hotel and two
BSpa guest day passes, all
for just £55.00 per month.
Alternatively, you can buy 12
months for the price of 10 by
paying in advance for your
membership.
For more details, please
contact Ceri Richardson
on 01932 335 786 or email
cr@brooklandshotelsurrey.
com
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Community News
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Let’s get together!
On Saturday 5 September 2015, the Community Park will
host the first Elmbridge Family Fun Day, which will be run
by a sub-committee of Business@Brooklands members…
With the support of Elmbridge Borough
Council, the event will be free to attend
with activities including a variety of
sports, food stalls, music and lots of
other entertainment to attract family
members of all ages.
This not-for-profit initiative will not only
be a great day out, but also a perfect
opportunity for businesses to engage
with their local community.
If your business would like to be involved
or sponsor/manage an activity, please
email Cllr Peter Harman at pharman1@
me.com.
Any funds received will be spent on free
activities for visitors and on supporting
local charities to take part in the event.
More information will be
available soon at www.
businessatbrooklands.co.uk/
elmbridgefunday
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Have you got a story that affects our community? Call 01932 355 900
NEW AT BROOKLANDS COLLEGE
Looking for some
hair and beauty
inspiration?
Brooklands College have opened their
own Hair and Beauty Salon, open to
the general public, on their Weybridge
Campus.
The Inspire Hair & Beauty Salon provides
a fantastic facility for all students to
learn and develop the skills needed for
their industry. It is a fully functioning,
professional salon, equipped with all the
tools needed to perform the latest hair
and beauty treatments that you would
expect from any top class hairdressers
or beauticians.
Prices vary depending on the experience
level. A lady’s cut and blow dry by a
level 2 student costs £10 and a half
head of highlights by a stylist costs £30.
Enjoy a mini facial by a level 1 student
for just £2 or a luxury facial by a level 2
student for £10. Eyebrow shaping by a
level 2 student costs £3.
Gents are welcome too with a haircut by
a level 2 student for just £5.
For the full price list, visit the website:
www.brooklands.ac.uk/facilities/hairand-beauty-salon
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n, massage and specialised mask - £10
with Dermalogica products - £15
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- £3
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- £4.50
48 hours prior - £6.50
d polish - £6
e, specialised mask and polish - £9
Mercedes Security
01932 373 542
Evensure Management
(Trade City Security)
01483 456 730
Bruce Ritchie
(Trade City Facilities Manager)
07825 510 326
[email protected]
Elmbridge Leisure & Culture
(Community Park)
01372 474 568
Elmbridge Borough Council
01372 474 474
Surrey Police 101
(Non emergency)
Your local MP
Rt. Hon. Philip Hammond MP
MP for Runnymede & Weybridge
Foreign Secretary
Email: philip.hammond.mp@
parliament.uk
Telephone: 020 7219 4055
Fax: 020 7219 5851
PARK INFORMATION
Brooklands
Community Park
Gate Opening Times
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USEFUL CONTACTS
HAIR & BEAUTY SALON
WEYBRIDGE CAMPUS
Opening
Monday to Friday: 7:30am
Saturdays, Sundays and
Bank Holidays: 9:00am
Closing
December 1 – December 31: 4.30pm
January 1 – January 31: 4.30pm
February 1 – February 9: 5.00pm
February 10 – February 28: 5.30pm
March 1 – March 15: 6.00pm
March 16 – March 31: 6.30pm
Wellington Way
Opening Times
Monday to Friday: 6.30am to 9.00pm
Saturday: 7.30am to 7.45pm
Sunday/Bank holidays:
9.00am to 7.00pm
TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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RECOGNISE AND REWARD
awards founded by:
Recognise an organisation
that has made a difference
awards sponsored by:
Has one of your clients or local businesses led
a project that deserves to be rewarded?
The inaugural National CSR Awards
are designed to recognise businesses
of all sizes for their commitment and
SMEs, public/not for profit and large
organisations will be judged not just
on the size and impact of the project,
achievement in the workplace, in their
communities and for the environment.
Six unique categories split into three
business sectors means that any
business can apply!
but by the resources used within the
business in order to deliver it.
ENCOURAGE THEM TO APPLY NOW!
Applications close on 31 January 2015
@nationalCSR
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Supporting the children’s learning
and development is our number
one priority at Monkey Puzzle in
Weybridge.
We strictly adhere to the Early Years
Foundation Stage and all practitioners
have high expectations of themselves
and the children. They complete
regular and precise assessments of
the children and use these effectively
to plan suitably challenging and
sharply focused activities.
We support this learning and
development with five Monkey Clubs
that focus on creativity, art, music,
cooking, culture, communication and
languages:
Messy Monkeys – expressive arts
and design
Monkey Moments – storytelling,
communication and language
Monkey Mini-Chef – cooking and
food culture
Monkey Pen Pal – pre-schoolers
write to children in other nurseries
before they meet them at school
Monkey World – arts, music,
languages, IT
We complement our clubs with
weekly extra-curricular activities from
Sports4Kids, Jo Jingles, Click iT! and
TheatreBugs.
We don’t forget mum and dad either!
Monkey Miles, our weekly parent
running club, not only helps us all keep
fit but raises money for the Sam Beare
Hospice.
Dads Day takes place one Saturday
every month – a great opportunity
for dads to spend time with their
little ones. Free tea and coffee, WiFi,
cupcakes, activities… and they even
get to watch their favourite sport on
television.
After the session they all pop next
door to The Ship Hotel for a free drink.
COME AND VISIT!
We have recently had our OFSTED
inspection with a GOOD result, which
we are delighted to have achieved
after being open for only five months.
We are over 30% full and filling
up fast! If you would like to book a
viewing, we would love to show you
around!
Visit www.monkeypuzzleweybridge.co.uk or call 01932 988 400 for more details
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Get ahead
for Christmas!
See the full range at Mercedes-Benz cars
at Brooklands. For all business customers,
whether you would like to try a car or get
some advice on the best way to purchase,
run and dispose of your company vehicles,
please contact Tim Waters.
T: 01932 373032
M:07531 123456
E:[email protected]
Be amongst the very first to see the brand
new smart fortwo and forfour models at
Brooklands. A great car for your business
that can be wrapped in your company
logos. Please contact Tim Waters:
T: 01932 373032
M:07531 123456
E:[email protected]
Gift vouchers now
available at
Mercedes-Benz World and
Mercedes-Benz Driving
Academy
Whether you have under-16s (from 1.5m
tall) wanting to experience their first drive,
16 year olds looking to prepare for the
road, 17 year olds ready to start driving
lessons or experienced drivers wanting to
sample the thrill of AMG or learn Winter
Driving skills, we have the product to suit.
Visit onlineshop.mercedes-benzworld.
co.uk to see the range of gift vouchers.
Call 0370 400 4000 for Mercedes-Benz
World or 0345 123 0055 for MercedesBenz Driving Academy.
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BUILDING A BETTER BUSINESS
A new chapter for Portfolio
Following the acquisition of Surrey
Chauffeurs in March this year we are all
very excited about the progress we have
made, completing much of the necessary
change as we approach the end of the
year.
The last few months have seen a
concerted effort by the entire team to
develop and implement a brand new
booking, despatch and online facility.
This brings Portfolio Executive up to
date with the latest technology, providing
our clients with the most modern and
advanced system currently available. This
will not only provide clients with a true
fully interactive platform but will also pave
the way for a dedicated booking App and
a number of other additions – watch this
space!
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
We are also very pleased to announce
a new addition to our team. Sarah
Milson-Jones comes to us from
UNIT 7 GLEN COURT, CANADA ROAD
BYFLEET KT14 7JL
Industrial unit to let
543.46 sq m (5,850 sq ft)
Tristar Worldwide Chauffeurs as our
new Operations Director. Sarah will
be working very closely with Amanda
and the rest of the team to provide
our customers with one of the most
professional services available.
With Sarah’s vast operational
experience our emphasis will be on
offering our clients – both existing and
new – the ‘London’ level of technology
and service while maintaining that very
personal touch that our customers have
come to expect.
It’s the next exciting chapter in our
story and we will of course keep you all
updated as things progress.
Unit 7 forms part of Glen Court, a modern development
constructed in approximately 1997. It is situated at the back
of the popular Canada Road estate. This is a single storey
industrial unit which is due to be refurbished during
December/January. The unit will offer mainly open plan
accommodation with ancillary offices. There are two
electrically operated loading bay doors as well as two fire
escape doors in the rear elevation. The front of the unit
has an attractive canopy entrance, leading to a hallway with
ladies and gents W.C. facilities. Within the industrial space
there are further toilet (ladies, gents and disabled) facilities, a
cleaner’s cupboard and a kitchen. The property benefits
from 3 phase electricity and 22 allocated car parking spaces.
The distance to the top of the loading bay door is 3.23 m
(10.59 ft). EPC rating: ‘D’.
Gross Internal Area 543.46 sq m (5,850 sq ft).
A new full repairing/decorating and insuring lease
is available for a term to be agreed. The lease will
exclude the security of tenure and compensation
provisions contained within the Landlord & Tenant Act
1954 Part 2 (as amended). Vacant possession will be
available during February 2015.
£70,000 per annum exclusive.
The building has been elected for VAT.
There is an estate service charge with further details
upon request.
Viewings strictly by appointment
Telephone: 01932 215527
Email: [email protected]
www.eggerdon-holland.co.uk
B@B Members get 10% off standard fees
In association with
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THE BUSINESS DIRECTORY
4D Data Centre
Brooklands Hotel
t: 020 7183 0608 www.4d-dc.com
4D is the data centre on your doorstep. We offer colocation
services such as full racks, half racks, quarter racks and
other services such as: server colocation, dedicated servers,
managed services and connectivity.
Contact: Jack Bedell-Pearce or Beth Redpath
Aspire Management
t: 01932 335 700 www.brooklandshotelsurrey.com
Brooklands is an iconic, art deco inspired hotel, with the
world’s most historic motor racing track running through its
reception. Complete with uber-contemporary conference
facilities, a top class Italian brasserie, spa facilities and super
suites the new Brooklands Hotel in Weybridge, Surrey has to
be seen to be believed.
Contact: Sally Biggs
Brooklands Museum
t: 07771 394 400 [email protected]
Offering lettings and management, relocation and home
search services to professionals and landlords wishing to
move, rent, buy or sell. Fully regulated, we offer excellent
customer service, client money protection and extremely
competitive rates. Contact: Sue Lister
Blue Ivy Consulting
t: 01932 857 381 www.brooklandsmuseum.com
Brooklands is on the site of the world’s first purposebuilt motor racing circuit and houses collections of cars,
motorcycles, bicycles and aircraft from the last 100 years
including Concorde. It is also a venue for conferences,
functions and weddings.
Contact: Valerie Mills
ColourZone Digital
t: 07809 144 073 www.blueivyconsulting.com
Blue Ivy Consulting provides HR services tailored to your
business. We provide simple, direct and frank HR advice and
guidance on a range of HR issues and projects.
Contact: Sarah Smith
Brooklands College
t: 01932 797 700 www.brooklands.ac.uk
Brooklands College not only offers young people the
opportunity to gain vocational or academic qualifications,
it also offers employers first class training in many areas
provided by our expert tutors. Contact us and our employer
training division will help you find the right course for your
business and may also be able to source funding options.
Contact: Sarah Moran or Barry Cooper
t: 01932 339 030
www.colourzone.co.uk
Open 24hrs a day, Monday to Friday, ColourZone are one of
the longest established Digital printers in the UK. They’ll advise
you on your digital printing needs assisting with paper, colour
and finishing options. Digital dries within seconds, so you get
what you want, when you want it!
Contact: Gavin Pearse
DHP (UK) LLP
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t: 01932 850 100
www.dhpuk.co.uk
Architects, surveyors and engineers providing an
interdisciplinary building design service.
Contact: Martin Planes
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this magazine to respect the contact details and not use them as an opportunity to undertake blanket cold-calling or spamming of the listed
businesses. Business@Brooklands reserves the right to exclude anyone behaving in this unprofessional way from future events.
Dula UK Limited
Interlaken Group
t: 01932 565 295 www.dula.co.uk
Planning, production and installation of quality store interiors
worldwide. Contact: Brian Rice
Eggerdon & Holland
t: 0845 219 8686 www.interlakengroup.com
The Interlaken Group comprises of multi-award winning debt
collection agencies, Fredrickson International and SRJ. The
Surrey based business has approximately 300 staff and
operates across a broad range of industry sectors.
Contact: Jan Michael Lacey or Dan Buss
t: 01932 215 527 www.eggerdon-holland.co.uk
Commercial estate agent serving the local area but also with
experience of handling business in the home counties and
acquisition work further afield. We aim to offer a more focussed
and personal approach to the marketing of commercial
property, whilst also offering a range of professional services to
assist businesses make their property decisions.
Contact: Phil Eggerdon
Business@Brooklands Committee Member
Fromson Construction Co. Ltd
Fortyfoursixteen Films Ltd
t: 01932 345 661 [email protected]
Fromson Construction operating on the Byfleet Industrial
Estate since the 1950s manage and maintain properties
in the local area. Originally civil engineers and building
contractors specialising in aircraft hangars, sports halls and
large span industrial structures, Fromson constructed many
of the buildings in Canada Road. Contact: Peter Fromson
JTI (Gallaher Limited is the registered trading
company for JTI in the UK)
t: 01932 428 374 www.44-16.com
High quality video production for corporate video,
promotional video, and video marketing. With 15 years’
experience in delivering stunning films to businesses in
Surrey, Hampshire, and across the UK.
Contact: Neil Waddington
Howett Thorpe
t: 01932 372 000 www.jti.com
JTI is a leading tobacco company in the UK with over 1,800
employees and brands including Benson & Hedges, Camel,
Silk Cut, Mayfair and Hamlet. We are headquartered in
Weybridge with a distribution centre in Crewe, business
service centre in Manchester and manufacturing base in
Northern Ireland.
Limelight Design & Marketing
01932 901 900 www.howett-thorpe.co.uk
Howett Thorpe is an Accountancy Recruitment company
with over 25 years experience of helping clients with all their
permanent and temporary Accountancy Recruitment needs.
We have an enviable reputation for high quality service to
both clients and candidates.
Contact: Chris Latham
BECOME A MEMBER
Call 01932 355 900 or visit
businessatbrooklands.co.uk/signup
t: 01932 355 900 www.limelight-marketing.co.uk
Design communications agency offering digital and print
design, re-branding, web design, commercial photography,
commercial printing, promotional merchandise, cartography
and event management. We can undertake projects of all
sizes.
Contact: Karen Sutton
Business@Brooklands Chairman
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Luxfords of Weybridge
M-Tec Limited
t: 01932 354 100
www.m-tec.co.uk
Distributors of seals, adhesives,
lubricants, sealants and other consumable products to the
aviation, defence and other industries where traceability is
important. Contact: Chris Arnot
t: 01932 410 100 www.luxfords.co.uk
Whether you are moving home, office, require storage or are
shipping goods overseas, Luxfords are a family business with
a reputation for providing a caring and professional service.
BAR Domestic Mover of the Year winner in 2009.
Contact: Julie Thompson
NatWest Bank, Weybridge
Meadows Ryan
t: 01932 852 057 www.meadowsryan.co.uk
Meadows Ryan Solicitors Ltd offer a broad range of services
and pragmatic advice to businesses and private individuals.
As a well-established local firm in Surrey since 1940,
Meadows Ryan holds a wealth of experience to support their
innovative and forward-thinking approach to legal services.
Contact: Piers Meadows
Mercedes-Benz Brooklands
t: 0845 788 8444 www.natwest.com
NatWest Commercial Banking provides bespoke financial
solutions within the SME market place with turnover between
£2 million and £25 million. Covering west London, Surrey and
Sussex area. Contact Graham Chaston
m: 07900 051943 e: [email protected]
Pesters Accountants
t: 01932 340 492
www.pesters.co.uk
Working proactively with clients for
the long term providing corporate and
personal accountancy, audit, tax planning
and tax mitigation services. Helping them
grow businesses and retain income.
Contact us for a free initial consultation.
Contact: Alan Orchard
Business@Brooklands Treasurer
Portfolio Executive
t: 01932 373 000 www.mercedes-benzbrooklands.co.uk
Offering new and Approved Used Mercedes-Benz and smart
car sales for individuals and businesses as well as After
Sales, including servicing and repairs. We can also MOT any
vehicle, regardless of make or model.
Mercedes-Benz World
t: 0870 400 4000 www.mercedes-benzworld.com
Mercedes-Benz World offers thrilling driving experiences,
fascinating attractions, and a unique venue for corporate
events. Located on the historic Brooklands motor racing
circuit we celebrate history, heritage and innovation with
over 100 cars on display from the past to present.
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery
t: 01932 988 400 www.monkeypuzzleweybridge.co.uk
Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery now open. High quality care and
education for children from three months to five years. We
provide 12 hour care from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday.
A safe, warm and welcoming environment.
Contact: Nikki McReynolds
t: 01932 352 828 www.portfoliocars.com
Providing the corporate and business market with a
professional, reliable and reputable car service. Portfolio
Executive offers a selection of saloons, estates and MPVs.
We also offer minibus and coach services to carry up to
60 passengers. Contact: Ed Halil
Prime Health and Fitness
t: 01932 504 999 www.prime-health.co.uk
A world class medical, diagnostic and therapy centre situated
within a few minutes of Brooklands. Services include: 3T
MRI, X-ray, ultrasound, medical consultations, physiotherapy,
osteopathy, sports massage, personal training, Pilates, yoga,
nutritional and life coaching.
Contact: [email protected]
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Call 01932 355 900 or visit
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PW Consulting Limited
t: 01932 354 746
www.pw-consulting.co.uk
When you are firing on
all cylinders, so is your
business. We are specialists
in performance, productivity
and stress resilience for
individuals, teams and
businesses. Call for a free
telephone consultation to find
out more.
Contact: Tricia Woolfrey
Reality FX
t: 01932 269 868 www.realityfx.co.uk
IT support solutions for: System planning, supply and
implementation, system maintenance, existing system
support, emergency support and infrastructure and cloud
management.
Contact: Matt Harrington
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Weymoor Cleaning Services
t: 01932 853 108 www.weymoorcleaningservices.co.uk
Weymoor provides affordable, reliable and flexible
professional office cleaning, end of tenancy and communal
cleaning in Surrey and Middlesex areas.
Contact: Brenda Austin
Woking & Sam Beare Hospices
t: 01483 881 750 www.wsbhospices.co.uk
Woking & Sam Beare Hospices provide palliative care and
support to patients and their families living with a life limiting
illness in Surrey. All care is free and as registered charities the
Hospices rely on the support of the community to help fund
their work. Contact Anita Avery
SignAway
BROOKLANDS
FITNESS CLASSES
t: 01932 345 674 www.sign-away.com
We are a full service signage company specialising in large
format digital printing for the sports industry and large scale
outdoor field paintings. Please call for a free no obligation
quote.
Contact: Ashleigh van Blerk
The Organiser
t: 0845 644 2991
[email protected]
Everyone gets disorganised from
time to time... let me help you!
I offer intelligent, reliable and
practical assistance with domestic,
personal and business matters to
busy and stressed individuals, from
one-off de-cluttering to long-term
projects.
Contact: Jane Burridge
Business@Brooklands Secretary
The Storage Pod
t: 01932 353 700
www.thestoragepod.com
The Storage Pod offers self
storage, archive storage,
palletised storage, secure
parking and bulk areas to let.
24 hour access available and
packaging materials sold. Goods
receiving service. Securely
alarmed with
24 hour CCTV.
Contact: Lionel Smith
First class facilities and
training on your doorstep…
Kettle Bells
Pilates Matwork (60 mins)
Pilates Express (45 mins)
Spinning
To book call 01932 504999
No. 10 and 11 Horizon Business Village
1 Brooklands Road Weybridge
Surrey KT13 0TJ
(Some sat navs work better with KT13 0RU)
www.prime-health.co.uk
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Winter 2014
Coming up…
Email [email protected]
or call 01932 355 900 to list your event
Glamorous Christmas
Party Nights
Brooklands Hotel
Make your Christmas party
celebration exceptional at
Brooklands Hotel in Surrey,
where we will roll out the
festive red carpet and deliver
a unique evening of magic
and sparkle that guarantees
a not so ‘silent night’. Prices
start from £47.00 pp. Visit
brooklandshotelsurrey.
com/occasions/christmasbrooklands or call 01932 355
720 for more information.
Christmas Day at
Brooklands Hotel
25 December
Make your Christmas Day
a truly unique experience.
Do something different and
hold your very special day
with all those you love at the
Brooklands Hotel, where we
know how to host Christmas
Day in magical style! The
main event is held in our
1907 restaurant, bar and
grill, where your Christmas
Day is a truly personalised
experience where you will
enjoy traditional flair with
a modern twist served in
a luxurious surroundings,
just the way you want it.
Visit brooklandshotelsurrey.
com/occasions/christmasbrooklands or call 01932 355
720 for more information.
Take the Birthplace
of British Motorsport and
Aviation with you everywhere.
Download the FREE
Brooklands Museum App now!
Available for Android and iPhone
Boxing Day at
Brooklands Hotel
26 December
Christmas Day has come
and gone, so Boxing Day is
your time to relax and not
worry about a thing. Our
1907 restaurant, bar and
grill offers families a great
alternative to the stress
and preparation of dining at
home, giving you more time
to spend together without the
hassle of washing up after.
Visit brooklandshotelsurrey.
com/occasions/christmasbrooklands or call 01932 355
720 for more information.
New Year’s Eve at
Brooklands Hotel
31 December
Looking for a glamorous
night to remember? Dress
to impress and celebrate the
New Year in iconic style. Join
us at Brooklands Hotel where
you will party like a VIP and
be part of one of the hottest
parties in Surrey. Walk the
red carpet to your glass of
Prosecco, tantalise your taste
buds with arrival canapés
followed by an exquisite fivecourse meal, then party into
the New Year with a DJ! Visit
brooklandshotelsurrey.com/
occasions/new-years-eve or
call 01932 355 720 for more
information.
New Year’s Day
Gathering
Brooklands Museum
1 Jan 2015 from 9.00am
The UK’s biggest New Year
classic car and vehicle event,
welcoming everything from
Minis and Rolls Royces to
commercials, motorcycles,
Porsches and Austins.
Visit brooklandsmuseum.
com for more information or
download the App (see left).
Costa Rica Coast to
Coast Rainforest Trek
for WSB Hospices
31 Jan - 11 Feb 2015
14-25 Nov 2015
30 Jan - 10 Feb 2016
12-23 Nov 2016
Costa Rica Coast to Coast
is an adventurous journey
on foot and by raft from the
Pacific to the Caribbean
Coast. The inspiring route
will take you from traditional
farming communities, to
Volcano Irazu, the country’s
highest volcano and deep
into dense tropical rainforest.
This is a great opportunity to
experience one of the most
Ready for a real
challenge?
Start 2015 with one of our exhilarating charity
challenges and make a real difference!
For more information see page 8,
visit www.wsbhospices.co.uk/challenge
or call 01483 881 752
incredible eco-systems in
the world as well as being
surrounded by beautiful
nature and wildlife.
For more information, contact
the Fundraising office on
01483 881 752.
Vintage Sports-Car Club
Driving Tests
Brooklands Museum
1 February 2015
The Finishing Straight and
Members’ Banking will be
put to full use as some
beautiful and rare pre-War
classics compete in tests
of skill and precision. Visit
brooklandsmuseum.com
for more information or
download the App (see left).
Half-term Family Fun
Brooklands Museum
16-20 February 2015
Family fun with car rides,
family workshops and
Bertie Bear roaming round
the site meeting his fans.
Along with bus rides, virtual
supersonic ‘flights’ aboard
Concorde and the amazing
4D Theatre Napier-Railton
Race Experience, the kids
won’t want to go home.
Visit brooklandsmuseum.
com for more information or
download the App (see left).
National CSR Awards
2015
Mercedes-Benz World
6 March 2015
As well as an Awards
ceremony, welcoming and
celebrating the innovation
of businesses from across
the country, there will be a
fully packed day of activities
ranging from the opportunity
to get behind the wheel of
one of a fleet of low-carbon
emission vehicles, to a range
of ‘Eco Games’ to educate
you on how you can save
money and energy in the
home. Book your place by
visiting nationalcsrawards.
co.uk/the-awards-ceremony
Rewarding your
commitment:
Environment | Community
Employees
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BUSINESS NOW!