Monday 7 October 2013

October on Birchwood Park Warrington

What’s on in October 2013?

From themed menus to Table Tops, we have some fantastic events at The Centre in October. We hope to see you there!

8/10/13 – Table Top: Phoenix Cards, Hayley Cowell
12noon – 2pm

8/10/13 – The Garden Restaurant: Tex Mex Theme
Discovery Foods will be here to share their secrets!
12noon – 2pm

9/10/13 – Table Top: Genesys Training
www.genesys-training.co.uk
12noon – 2pm

10/10/13 – Table Top: Alex - Aloe Vera Natural Health and Wellbeing
www.alexburt.myforever.biz
12noon – 2pm

11/10/13 – Hot Pot Supper in aid of The Neuro Foundation
Musical’s on an Autumn Evening by 5’s Company
From 7.30pm

15/10/13 & 16/10/13 – Table Top: Kim Cant - Alexander Technique
www.alexandertech-lancs-cheshire.co.uk
Would you like to discover how to avoid neck & shoulder pain when sitting at a computer? Are you worried about your posture? As part of International Alexander Awareness Week free taster sessions will be offered between 12noon – 2pm.

17/10/13 – Table Top:The Book People
www.thebookpeople.co.uk/bookevents
12noon – 2pm

24/10/13 – Table Top: Mission in the Economy
Meet our new On-Park Vicar - Jenifer
12noon – 2pm

31/10/13 – The Garden Restaurant: Halloween BBQ
12noon – 2pm

National Nuclear Laboratory takes next step in its evolution

Congratulations to our customer National Nuclear Laboratory (NNL), who has announced their transition to a Government Owned, Government Operated business (GOGO), with immediate effect.

The NNL has previously been run as a Government owned, contractor operated (GOCO) body, a facility owned by the government, but operated in whole or part by private contractors.

With over 10,000 person-years of nuclear industry experience across the whole nuclear fuel cycle, the NNL provides expertise and technologies to ensure the UK nuclear industry operates safely and cost effectively for today and the future.

NNL has made tremendous progress during the four and a half years since the company was created.

The transition to GOGO will allow NNL to capitalise on a wide range of opportunities ahead, and be at the heart of Government plans for a national programme of nuclear energy research and development.

Paul Howarth, Managing Director at NNL, said: “NNL is now entering a very exciting stage of the company’s evolution.

“We are now central to the research and development which underpins work to clean up the UK’s nuclear waste legacy.

“In addition, we have major opportunities within our grasp and a closer relationship with the government - the future for NNL has never looked brighter.”

We wish NNL and the team there all the best for the next stage of their development.


Birchwood Park occupier Jones Melling appointed to oversee O2 franchise takeover

Congratulations to our occupier Jones Melling, who has been appointed to undertake building surveys and review potential dilapidations liabilities as part of a number of takeovers of nationwide O2 stores.

The chartered surveyors will be responsible for ensuring that stores are in an acceptable condition, prior to a franchisee taking them over from being centrally run by O2. Jones Mellings has so far carried out surveys in cities across the North West, as well as Weymouth, Bishops Stortford and London.

The deterioration of property occurs for a number of reasons, and can lead to disputes about the cause of the dilapidation. Such disputes are often costly, and settlements can contribute largely to the success or failure of an investment. Jones Melling’s involvement ensures no long standing repair and maintenance issues are passed on from O2 to the franchisees.

Gary Melling, joint founder and managing director at Jones Melling, said: “This is a brilliant project. O2 is transferring a large number of its stores to franchisees, giving them the rare opportunity to grow their own businesses under the umbrella of an extremely reputable global brand. As such, it’s really important for franchisees to carry out thorough property inspections to make sure that there are no nasty surprises at lease end.”

Well done to the Jones Melling team.


MEPC Birchwood Park gets behind European Mobility Week

MEPC Birchwood Park is supporting European Mobility Week (16th to 20th September) with a number of initiatives for Park occupiers and local Warrington residents.

The Park is partnering with local organisations to host events throughout the week and is dedicated to exploring sustainable transport and mobility methods.

Travel Warrington will be providing tips on sustainable travel options, showing occupiers and residents how to save money on fuel through more efficient driving and helping people to reduce their carbon footprint.

For those who favour pedal-power, Bike Right will be hosting a Dr. Bike session, offering free repairs and advice to cyclists. Plus, there will be a free biker’s brunch cooked by the Park’s talented chefs at The Centre to celebrate Cycle to Work Day.

Birchwood Park is committed to sustainability and actively encourages and supports those who wish to travel in a more environmentally responsible manner.

The Park have been providing a free shuttle bus service between Birchwood Park and Birchwood Train Station for a number of years, and this service was expanded to a double decker vehicle following increased demand for the scheme last summer. Occupiers can also get an exclusive 50% saving on a saver ticket for all Warrington Buses, as well as access to secure bike storage facilities, showers and an online car-share scheme.

MEPC Birchwood Park’s Managing Director, Jonathan Walsh, said: “As a community, we believe we should be encouraging people to consider the environment when deciding how they travel to work.

“That’s why it’s important for us to provide a range of travel services for everyone based at Birchwood Park, to ensure that occupiers can commute to and from work with ease, and reduce their carbon footprint.

“We’re looking forward to hosting these initiatives at the Park and hope to see our occupiers and local residents from around Warrington getting involved.”