OPEN FOR BUSINESS 2014

Combe Martin, Ilfracombe & Woolacombe conference & exhibition for businesses, entrepreneurs & investors

Thursday 6 March 201410am to 5pm – free entry for visitors

Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe

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...FOR BUSINESSFor so long the UK has waited to see confidence returning to both businesses and consumers.

Individual businesses have pulled out of the recession, but it takes more than one piece of good news to create the momentum to increase confidence.

We are seeing that now.

Investment and developmentFirst the installation of Damien Hirst’s Verity drew international attention and attracted more visitors to the area.

Now there are signs of even more investment and development:

➤ £3.5 million investment by JD Wetherspoon

➤ £2.5 million investment in facilities at Twitchen House holiday park

➤ New art galleries, independent shops and pubs

➤ International cruise liner visit ➤ Proposed 750-home Ilfracombe

southern extensionWith many UK coastal communities in decline, this level of activity demonstrates real progress.

Changing perceptionsCombe Martin, Ilfracombe and Woolacombe need this investment and also need to change perceptions . . . of people in our own communities, across North Devon and further afield.

With Woolacombe’s award-winning beaches, Ilfracombe’s picturesque harbour and Combe Martin’s location next to Exmoor, quality of life here is second to none.

Add investment, a forward-looking business community and soon, we hope, superfast broadband, and there will be no better place to run a business.

We need to tell the world that we are . . . OPEN FOR BUSINESS.

Promote, debate and connectThe directors of COMBEbusiness welcome you to the Landmark Theatre to promote your businesses, debate key business issues and, most importantly, make new business connections.

We have so many opportunities ahead.

Clare Flint • Sarah Lock Paul Yabsley • Robert Zarywacz

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What is at OPEN FOR BUSINESS for you?OPEN FOR BUSINESS is open from 10am to 5pm with activities all through the day.

Visit the exhibition in the Landmark Pavilion – 10am to 5pmSome 30 local businesses are exhibiting throughout the day in the Pavilion.

Exhibitors range from professional and business-to-business services to shops, tourism venues and food companies.

See full exhibitor listings on page 11.

Debate about business and future challenges – timings oppositeThroughout the day in the Landmark Theatre, we have a full conference programme with business speakers from across the South West.

Hear what they think about business and ask questions about the issues that matter to you. See the full conference programme opposite.

Pick up leaflets from North Devon tourism venues – 10am to 5pmIlfracombe and District Tourism Association has organised a tourism leaflet exchange in the Landmark foyer. Come along to pick up 2014 brochures as promotion begins for the new season.

See page 5 for details.

#ndevon lunchtime tweetup – 1pm to 2pmTake time over lunch to meet up with North Devon Twitter users for a ‘tweetup’.

If you’re on Twitter, all you have to do is tweet using the #ndevon and #CBopen4biz hashtags. As well as being fun, it’s a good way to meet Twitter users in ‘real life’ .

Let’s see photos and videos of the day on Twitter.See page 5 for details.

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Event dedication The idea for OPEN FOR BUSINESS came from the late Tim Cox, COMBEbusiness co-founder and director.

Tim worked tirelessly to support businesses. He produced the business case for our successful Big Lottery Fund grant to fund our ground-breaking Get Started, Keep Going programme of business training and mentoring, since adopted by other North Devon organisations.

The directors of COMBEbusiness are pleased to dedicate OPEN TO BUSINESS to the memory of Tim Cox.


CONFERENCE

Conference and speaker timetableTimes and speakers are correct at time of going to press and subject to change.

10.40 – Opening SessionWhy OPEN FOR BUSINESS? Looking forward to the day’s events.

11.10 – Inward investment – why invest or start a business here?Many UK seaside communities have a bleak future, but Combe Martin, Ilfracombe and Woolacombe appear well positioned to develop their economies through exploiting their natural assets and the ‘balanced’ lifestyle many entrepreneurs seek. How can we make the most of this potential? What investment is needed? Where will it come from?

➤ Tim Jones, Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership ➤ Geoff Burge – TDK-Lambda UK

12.10 – Manufacturing SuccessTDK-Lambda UK is a unit of the TDK Corporation, a leading global electronics company, and is now Britain’s largest designer and manufacturer of both standard and configurable AC-DC and DC-DC power supplies. TDK-Lambda UK is one of North Devon’s manufacturing success stories and this session will demonstrate how hi-tech manufacturing is undertaken in Ilfracombe.

➤ Geoff Burge and Tim Puttick – TDK-Lambda UK

2.10 – Remote control – exporting rural goods and services to urban marketsWhere are your clients? Do you sell across the country or internationally? Is your business location independent? Broadband internet is a valuable tool for businesses in remote areas, enabling them to extend their reach without relying on transport infrastructure. How can this technology boost business in this area?

➤ Paul Coles – BT South West Regional Partnerships Director ➤ Paul Hopkinson – Flint Hosts ➤ Robert Zarywacz – Zarywacz

3.10 – Ilfracombe southern extensionPlans for a 750-house southern extension to Ilfracombe include a new primary school, extensive open space, sports pitches, parkland, woodland, allotments and playspace. The site will be developed during a 10-15 year period, during which 100 construction jobs will be created each year. An estimated further 140 jobs would be created and after completion another 365 permanent jobs would be secured within the hub. Another 110 jobs would be permanently created within the locality as a result of the development. This session will outline this exciting development.

➤ Matthew Lappin – David Lock Associates

4.00 – Thank you and conference closeWe hope you have enjoyed the OPEN FOR BUSINESS conference.


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LEAFLET EXCHANGE / TWEETUP

Tourism leaflet exchangeThroughout the day, a tourism leaflet exchange for North Devon holiday and leisure businesses will be taking place in the foyer of the Landmark Theatre, hosted by Ilfracombe and District Tourism Association.

As well as major attractions, promotional literature from smaller businesses will be available.

It’s the perfect opportunity to see what’s on offer for visitors in 2014 and a chance for accommodation providers and catering establishments to stock up on information for their customers.

You can also visit the Ilfracombe Tourist Information Centre, which is located at the front of the Landmark Theatre building.

#ndevon TweetupTweet using the #CBopen4biz hashtag from 1pm to 2pm

What is a tweetup?It’s a gathering of Twitter users who meet to tweet – effectively real-life networking while also tweeting.

Can anyone join in?Yes, it’s all about networking, making new connections and strengthening existing relationships.

You can still join in if you’re not on Twitter as it’s all about talking to each other. It’ll be a good opportunity to find out about using Twitter from other business users.

How do I join Twitter?Visit combebusiness.co.uk for a brief introduction to using Twitter.

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Putting together OPEN FOR BUSINESSOrganising an event of this scale takes a lot of time and resources, and COMBEbusiness would like to thank everyone who has contributed. We have tried to use local suppliers wherever possible.

Organisers: Clare Flint, Sarah Lock, Paul Yabsley, Robert Zarywacz.

Funding: Thanks to County Councillor Mike Edmunds and North Devon Councillors Pat Barker, Julia Clark, Paul Crabb, Geoff Fowler, Yvette Gubb, Phil Webb, Malcolm Wilkinson and Paul Yabsley for support through their community councillor grants.

Event insurance: Coversure Ilfracombe.

Print and presentation: PG Print + Office Services, The Photo Shop.

Poster distribution: Paul Clews.

Event guide design: pressme.

Tourism Leaflet Exchange: Ilfracombe and District Tourism Association.

Venue: North Devon Theatres.

Finally, thank you to all our members, speakers, exhibitors, advertisers and visitors.

Westcountry Kitchen Mobile Caterers

Based in Ilfracombe we offer Mobile Catering for all types of events

• Sporting events • Bonfires • Birthday parties • Charity fundraisers • etc

All our food is locally sourced

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Small Family run site between Mullacott Cross and Woolacombe.

Level pitches overlooking fields towards the sea.

Everyone welcome and pets free of charge.

Never tried camping before or just wanting to escape for a night or two? Then give us a try.

You don’t need to go far from home to relax and enjoy the sunsets.

Relatives visiting but no room? We have a Static Caravan for hire in its own garden area.

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Coversure w: coversure.co.uk/ilfracombe t: 01271 268011 a: 4 Church Street, Ilfracombe, Devon,

EX34 8HACoversure Ilfracombe is the only insurance office in Ilfracombe and caters for all types of commercial and private insurance policies throughout the South West. The Coversure team offer a full broking and claims service and are proud of their professional and friendly approach to satisfying all their clients’ insurance needs.

Cracking Nuts w: crackingnuts.com t: 07881 803261 a: Woodstock House, 53 Chambercombe

Road, Ilfracombe, EX34 9PHCracking Nuts is a new business launched this year. We make sweet hand-roasted mixed nuts using the same classic recipe developed in Germany over 100 years ago. Look out for our ‘cracking’ nuts in local Delis and Pubs as well as our sweet smelling trailer at events throughout the North Devon area.

The Electric Store w: theelectricstore.co.uk t: 01271 866824 a: 10 High Street, Ilfracombe, Devon,

EX34 9DFEstablished in October 2011, we are North Devon’s newest independent electrical retailer. We pride ourselves on offering you the Service You Deserve by stocking the latest products at competitive prices. With combined experience of over 15 years, you can also be assured that we have the knowledge to answer any questions that you may have. Have you seen an item cheaper elsewhere, with the same level of service? Give us – your local store – a chance to match it.

Barclays Business Team w: barclays.co.uk/business t: Simon Pollard 01271 396635 /

07775555514 a: 84 High Street, Bideford, Devon,

EX39 2AL The Barclays Business Team will be on hand throughout the day to talk about banking.

BlueFrog Media Ltd w: bluefrogmedia.co.uk t: 0845 5442566 a: Anchorage, Hartland, EX39 6AE We are a media agency based in North Devon offering a wide range of services to suit your business, specialising in social media management and website creation.

The Cedars Inn w: oldenglishinns.co.uk/our-locations/

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EX31 2HE The Cedars Inn has grown over the past few years to become the home of great events and food. With more businesses using the venue for meetings and the public booking great evening entertainment, it’s an all-round winner.

COMBEbusiness w: combebusiness.co.uk t: 07971 176044 a: Combe Martin, Ilfracombe, WoolacombeCOMBEbusiness’s main purpose is to promote business in the Combe Martin, Ilfracombe and Woolacombe area of North Devon. We are an independent, not-for-private-profit organisation run by businesses and open to all businesses in this area. We support all businesses with monthly events, help with marketing and promotion, training and advice, and lobbying. JOIN TODAY – fill in an application form on our exhibition stand.

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Flint Hosts w: flinthosts.co.uk t: 08000 274362 a: Unit 3-4, The Candar, Ilfracombe,

EX34 9DSBased in Ilfracombe, we provide Cloud Managed Servers with enterprise level security and excellent service at the heart of what we do. We’re experts in providing the right solutions for our clients, regardless of your industry, and we offer a fully bespoke service to match your requirements exactly – whether you require simple website hosting or need to support business critical systems.

Hele Corn Mill w: helecornmill.com t: 01271 863185 / 07554 310176 a: Watermouth Road, Hele, EX34 9QYWinner of Devon Life’s ‘Best Tearoom Award 2013’, Hele Corn Mill is a 16th century watermill, tearoom and tourist attraction. Cakes baked daily on the premises, some using our wholemeal stoneground flour. Our cream teas include traditional Devonshire Splits and, new for 2014, Thunder and Lightning. Mill tours, kids puzzles and challenges. School groups and private visits welcome.

Ilfracombe Foodservice w: iwgltd.co.uk t: 01271 862569 a: Mullacott Cross Industrial Estate,

Ilfracombe, EX34 8PLIlfracombe Foodservice has over 40 years’ experience in providing a delivered service to caterers throughout the South West. We stock over 4,000 products, groceries, chilled, frozen, fresh meat, non foods and wines & spirits. We pride ourselves on providing excellent service and strive to exceed all expectations with an experienced, professional sales team ready to cater for your needs.

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ITSEEZE NORTH DEVON WEB DESIGN w: itseeze-northdevon.co.uk t: 01271 320180 a: 6 Cedars Park, Barnstaple, EX31 2PHA local company looking after local businesses * North Devon’s largest ‘local’ portfolio – over 80 businesses * low-cost, easy edit, professional sites that work * genuine customer satisfaction – guaranteed from someone you can trust * ‘unique’ all-in-one – website, printing & marketing system * change text, images, prices in seconds * free consultation – call now * SHOW OFFER: 15% off online prices (excl starter sites).

North Devon Journal w: northdevonjournal.co.uk t: 01271 343064 a: Avery House, Liberty Road,

Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple, EX31 3TL

The North Devon Journal, established in 1824, is a trusted source for local news, sport and entertainment. The Journal has four weekly print editions (Barnstaple, Ilfracombe, Bideford and Holsworthy) and provides 24/7 news online at northdevonjournal.co.uk

North Devon+ w: northdevonplus.com t: 01237 426426 a: Caddsdown Business Support Centre,

Caddsdown Industrial Park, Bideford, North Devon, EX39 3DX

North Devon+ provides businesses, individuals and communities with the knowledge, skills and confidence to grow. As the go to organisation for business, regeneration and skills we deliver business support, start up advice, training and grants. We also deliver a range of products and services to help businesses reach new customers.

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Paul Clews Enterprises w: paulclews888.weebly.com t: 01271 867761 / 07866 650015 a: 8 Champernowne Crescent,

Ilfracombe, North Devon, EX34 9PLGuitar, bass guitar and ukulele lessons in your North Devon home or school, also by skype. Live music by the Backtrackers for your wedding, corporate event or party. PA and stage lighting hire. Party lighting hire. Ukulele workshops are great holiday entertainment, also fantastic corporate team building events.

PG Print + Office Services w: pgprintandofficeservices.co.uk t: 01271 855814 a: Ilfracombe25 years supplying professional services for all print and office support requirements: document preparation, proofreading, print and mailing services, including discounted postage. Dedicated secretarial services are also available, either remotely or for the occasional office-based requirement.

pressme w: pressme.co.uk t: 0333 0444 354 a: Ilfracombepressme works with small businesses who need more sales but can’t find new customers. We raise their public profile so people know who they are and what they do. We do this through fixed-price public relations packages for small businesses. SHOW OFFER: pick up a 20%-off voucher for PR packages booked by 30 April 2014.

Robins Garage w: robinsgarages.co.uk t: 01271 862454 a: Unit 6, Mullacott Cross Industrial

Estate, Ilfracombe, EX34 8PLRobins Garage, just off Mullacott Cross roundabout approaching Ilfracombe, offers MOT testing, car servicing and repairs, used car sales, and motorhome servicing and repairs. Robins Garage participates in ‘TRUST MY GARAGE’ as a member of RMI, one of Britain’s oldest motor trade organisations which operates a strict code of practice.

One Ilfracombe w: oneilfracombe.co.uk t: 01271 855318 a: The Ilfracombe Centre, 44 High Street,

Ilfracombe, North Devon, EX34 4ALOne Ilfracombe brings together public, private and voluntary sector organisations to work together in partnership to improve the economy, health and living environment of Ilfracombe for the benefit of all. We believe that decisions affecting Ilfracombe should not be made remotely but should be made by local people who live, work and invest in the town.


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Solarlec w: solarlec.com t: 01392 409300 a: 4 Venture Centre, Yeoford Way,

Marsh Barton, Exeter, EX2 8LBSolar energy for your businesses plus access to £500m of finance from Siemens to make it affordable. Solar energy for your home that pays you up to £1,000 a year for 20 years, tax free, plus a range of options to make it affordable. Bob Corwin is Solarlec’s North Devon representative, based in Ilfracombe.

Somewhere2Travel2 w: somewhere2travel2.co.uk t: 01271 862626 a: 3 Church Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 8HASomewhere2travel2 has been sending clients to holiday destinations across the globe since 1988. We’re an independent company offering our experience to couples, families and single travellers in Devon. We have access to large and small suppliers which means we can hunt out the best deals on your holidays without being tied down to a limited tour operator list.

South West Office Supplies w: www.swofficesupplies.co.uk t: 01271 889337 a: Combe MartinSouth West Office Supplies, your friendly local office supplies company serving North Devon and the whole of the UK. Outstanding award-winning customer service and advice will ensure we supply you with the right product at a price to suit. Try us and you will not be disappointed.

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Travel Counsellors: Clare Flint w: travelcounsellors.co.uk/clare.flint t: 01271 828990 / 0845 0587553 /

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Combe Martin, Devon, EX34 0EPClare Flint is an independent travel agent with many years of experience providing financially bonded trips for both Holiday and Business Travel. She can offer a 30-day credit account for regular business travellers as well as airfares worldwide in all classes. Clare prides herself on being approachable, efficient, discreet and friendly.

VK Colourworks Ltd w: vkcolourworks.com /

vkholidayhomes.co.uk / rooma.co.uk t: 01271 863361 a: Unit 3, The Old Gas Works, Hele

Business Park, Ilfracombe, EX34 9RAWe specialise in commercial and residential interiors, whether they be contemporary or traditional, including hotel and holiday home design. Our service covers office and reception planning to restaurant and salon design. We have a vast array of samples for flooring, furniture, wall coverings and soft furnishings.

Watermouth Cove Cottages w: watermouth-cove-cottages.co.uk t: 01271 883931 a: Lonsdale House, High Street,

Combe Martin, Devon, EX34 0EPWatermouth Cove Cottages are a group of eight pretty self-catering holiday cottages, built in the 17th century and once the coaching houses and stables of Watermouth Castle. Watermouth Cove Cottages are situated beside the castle grounds, just 200 yards from the cove, harbour and South West coastal path between Combe Martin and Ilfracombe. Pets are welcome.

Sunnymead Farm Camping & Touring Site w: sunnymead-farm.co.uk t: 01271 879845 a: Mullacott, Ilfracombe, North Devon,

EX34 8NZSunnymead Farm is a friendly, family-run camp site set in four acres of glorious North Devon countryside with direct access from the B3343 between Mullacott Cross and Woolacombe. The farm is ideally situated for visiting either the Victorian seaside resort of Ilfracombe or for using as a base to explore the rest of North Devon and Exmoor.

Taylors Solicitors w: taylors-law.co.uk t: 01271 812811 (Braunton)

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8 Church Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 8AJTaylors Solicitors of Braunton and Ilfracombe have been helping clients (throughout North Devon and beyond) for over 22 years with property transactions, wills, trusts, probate, injury claims, disputes and business advice. See the link on our website for reviews from satisfied clients and ask us about our FREE ADVICE service.

Thomas Westcott Chartered Accountants w: thomaswestcott.co.uk t: 01271 863662 a: 96 High Street, Ilfracombe, EX34 9NHAt Thomas Westcott our number one priority is the service we provide to our diverse client range. Our team is technically strong, commercial and imaginative in respect of dealing with client issues. We are based in the South West of England and have 22 experienced partners and 160 highly trained staff, providing a complete spectrum of services to our clients.


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Wavedreamer Gallery w: wavedreamergallery.co.uk t: 01271 870903 a: 12 South Street, Woolacombe, EX34 7BBWe make amazing prints of stunning photographs on canvas and archive paper. All our photographers are local. Every print is hand made in our workshop and gallery in Woolacombe. You can browse by location or subject matter. Find the scene that inspires you and transform your space with a beautiful print!

Wedding Deals / Eyedomakeup w: weddingdeals.co.uk / eyedomakeup.co.uk t: 01643 862273 a: Post Cottage, Luccombe, Minehead,

TA24 8TDweddingdeals.co.uk is a one stop shop for couples looking to save money on their big day. Free to advertise for businesses, it’s a great way to sell last-minute dates and special offers. Eyedomakeup offers a fully mobile and fully insured makeup service for weddings, proms, photo shoots and masterclasses.

Westcountry KitchenMobile Caterers t: 01271 879845 / 07826184874 a: IlfracombeBased in Ilfracombe, we offer mobile catering for all types of events: sporting events, bonfires, birthday parties, charity fundraisers, etc. All our food is locally sourced. Give Peter a call to discuss your requirements.

Zarywacz w: z2z.com / copywritingresources.co.uk

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