With a handful of accolades including best seaside resort in Britain, best beach in the UK and the happiest place to live, St Ives is ready to showcase its charms with a new gift card. Led by St Ives BID, the St Ives Gift Card is available to buy online as either a physical or digital card, and can be spent like a debit card on everything from accommodation and eating out to shopping and leisure activities, making it ideal for UK holidays and locals looking to explore where they live. One of the places that accepts the new St Ives Gift Card is restaurant Hub Box, located on St Ives harbour, and home of the live harbour webcam.
Posted: 19 July 2023
The Harrogate Convention Centre came alive this Sunday (16th July) as the opening of Home & Gift 2023 saw thousands of retailers flock to the start of this year's 4-day event, eager to discover the very latest product launches from across the globe. Strong visitor pre-registration that included a 21% increase in department stores and a 6% increase in galleries and museums was evident on-site, with a combined buying budget of over £300 million from the show's first-day attendees.
These retailers found more than 500 exhibitors across Home & Gift's six curated sectors, and over 150 brands making their show debut - presenting them with an abundance of choice as they sourced products for their A/W23 offering. Despite uncertain weather conditions, enthusiastic crowds arrived throughout the day, finding the show's seven halls brimming with an array of showstopping homewares, gifts, culinary infusions and statement accessories.
Posted: 18 July 2023
Fanattik, the award-winning UK based pop culture company, celebrates the 30th anniversary of Jurassic Park with several new collectible releases including jewellery and in-world replica's. Anthony Marks, M.D Fanattik, says: "I remember working on 25th anniversary product for this iconic brand, our first item which had a retail of £35 sold out quickly and within a week they were selling for unbelievable money on eBay, up to $1,000 each. We knew at that point that this franchise when put together with the quirkiness of Fanattik was a winning combination for our retail partners."
Posted: 17 July 2023
The Spring/Summer 24 edition of the UK's premium contemporary fashion and lifestyle trade show, Scoop, enjoyed a stellar first day after opening its doors at Olympia West.
Exuberant buyers from leading luxury retailers including McElhinneys, Annas, Katherine Draisey, Applause, Courtyard, 32 The Guild, Cordelia James, Sister, Moda Rosa, Lulu & M and many more flocked to the show to discover the exclusively curated edit of over 250 contemporary designers.
Posted: 17 July 2023
The Big Christmas Press Show, hosted by PR solutions company CIJ Group, has announced the launch of its own official awards; The Big Christmas Wishlist. Back bigger and better than ever for its sixth year: The Big Christmas Press Show, which is taking place on Wednesday 13th September 2023, is turning it up a notch with an awards presentation that's set to crown the hottest products tipped to be best sellers for Christmas coming out of the show. Brands such as Not on The High Street, Baylis & Harding, Pokémon, Nicky Clarke, Ravensburger, Russell Hobbs, hampers. com and more are showcasing at this year's event. Judged by a panel of industry experts from retail and the media, The Big Christmas Wishlist is a chance for the brands and
Posted: 14 July 2023
Award-winning bath, body and cosmetics brand, Mad Beauty has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2023 Great British Entrepreneur Awards in the Family Business and Retail categories for the East of England region. This recognition reflects its exceptional entrepreneurial spirit, dedication, and remarkable achievements within their industry. Now in its 11th year, The Great British Entrepreneur Awards celebrate the outstanding individuals and businesses that drive innovation, generate employment opportunities, and contribute to the growth of the UK economy. These awards serve as a platform to honor the remarkable stories of entrepreneurs who have overcome challenges, demonstrated resilience, and make significant contributions to their communities.
Posted: 12 July 2023
Speaking from her own experience in finding the perfect wedding gift for friends, Yvonne Ellen says, "Not being able to find that perfect wedding gift was where it all had kickstarted my love of designing a gorgeous and chic range of homeware. It was my best friend's wedding, and I was struggling with what to buy for a gift. I wanted to give the couple something beautiful and unique, something super special that I just couldn't find on the high street, no matter how hard I looked.
Posted: 10 July 2023
British homeware and lifestyle brand, Sophie Allport, is delighted to announce the launch of its new collection for Halloween, Trick or Treat. The collection will be available from 8th of August 2023. The new design celebrates all things Halloween, one of those occasions when children and adults alike can enjoy all things spooky and seasonal, with pumpkins and black cats creating an iconic hand-drawn print. Sophie's Trick or Treat collection is perfect for giving your kitchen and dining space an autumnal feel, whether preparing a hearty homemade pumpkin soup or stew or sitting around the table to share out the sweets and goodies.
Posted: 7 July 2023
This year's National Stationery Week saw more than 150 retailers and suppliers take part in what some call the biggest marketing campaign in the stationery industry calendar. Taking place between 15th to 21st May 2023, National Stationery Week was backed by world renowned brands including Maped Helix, Pentel, Snopake, edding, Zebra Pens and Staedtler, as well as Jakar International, Esterbrook, Kaweko, and Sinclairs.
Posted: 6 July 2023
Just in time for Summer, Canal Toys is thrilled to unveil its latest 'must have' product... introducing the So Chill Mini Fridge, the ultimate gadget for every teen looking to kit out their bedroom in style, and to chill their favourite drinks, beauty products and more. So Chill Mini Fridge proves the retro craze is back with a bang! Renowned for its effortlessly cool, trend-setting, and innovative products, Canal Toys is delighted to unveil its modern take on the Mini Fridge. The super fun, compact and brilliantly handy accessory is the perfect gift for every gamer, influencer, beauty queen, student, teen and tween.
Posted: 5 July 2023
