Category Archives: Cumbria

Let’s Talk Visitor Attractions

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Bill Smith

This year has not been the best  for footfall and revenue generation at many attractions.  The negative impact of the Olympics on incoming tourism , unforgiving weather conditions and the ongoing gloom over the economic climate all contributing to a severe … Continue reading →

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Second wave of Portas Pilots

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Bill Smith

A further 15 towns have been identified today to receive funding to help implement some of the Mary Portas recommendations to government, bringing the total of supported towns to 27. The full list of the  towns announced today are: Ashford, whose Town Team will use its … Continue reading →

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Shop Doctor returns to Millom

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Bill Smith

A follow up visit to the town was prompted by Millom and District Traders’ Forum who are seeking assistance to help improve their businesses. Following a visual review of the town on Monday 18th June (to help identify changes since his last … Continue reading →

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Write first time

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Bill Smith

In association with Cumbria PR we can provide a copywriting service, from promotional leaflets and newsletters, to content for your web pages. We also offer an editing service to ensure that your written promotional material is of the highest standard. … Continue reading →

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Scotland, Cumbria and Cheshire East

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Bill Smith

The Shop Doctor will be following up his recent work in Dumfries with a similar programme of masterclasses and ‘one to one’ shop visits in Annan and Stranraer following submission of a succesful tender to Dumfries & Galloway Council. The … Continue reading →

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Not so normal service!

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Bill Smith

Our telephone lines are being moved to our new offices this morning (Fdiday 20th) and, as a consequence, or main line 015394 40020, and those associated with it, are presently not available. BT advise that we should be up and running again by … Continue reading →

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New Year, New Office, New Address

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Bill Smith

With effect from the beginning of January 2012 our new office address will be: Let’s Talk Shop Ltd “Overbeck” Woodland Road Windermere Cumbria LA23 2AN All other contact details will remain unchanged. PLEASE ADJUST YOUR RECORDS ACCORDINGLY

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Looking positive for 2012, from the outside!

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Bill Smith

Adopting some simple resolutions for the New Year could help attract new customers to your shop. Why not try some of these: Regularly look at your business from the customers point of view, remedy any failings immediately. Keep your shop front well … Continue reading →

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Christmas Wishes to all

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Bill Smith

     

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We need the loo!

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Bill Smith

Public toilets are not always available where or when you need them, there is often a queue at the ladies, and facilities for disabled people, children and for changing babies are not always adequate. However, public toilet provision is at … Continue reading →

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