Award Sponsors
Where would we be without our sponsors? A big thank you to all those involved.
If you would like to become a sponsor please contact Joy at the Pembrokeshire Office :
Joy Stanley, sales manager - joy@pembrokeshire-tourism.net
Give the office a call on 01646 622228
Suppliers to the hotel, restaurant, pub and club trade throughout Wales. Private and corporate accounts welcomed. For a professional and friendly service please contact us on............
Our county’s industry and tourism work side by side contributing to vibrant communities.
As the longest established energy company on our famous Haven we join with businesses in tourism to celebrate our county.
Chevron’s community engagement programme supports over 100 organizations each year.
During 2010 Chevron launched the new title “Energy for Learning” TM for educational projects it funds across the world. Here in Pembrokeshire, school pupils, college students and sports groups across the county have all benefited from funding and support for their projects.
As well as the theme of education, arts and culture and community support all feature in Chevron’s programme of engagement in the county and Chevron Pembroke Refinery wishes success to the Tourism Awards.
Following a stunning refit the club is completely transformed into what is truly a party destination venue for Pembrokeshire.
Experience the elegance and sophistication of an all new setting for night time entertainment with a winning combination of music, service and presentation.
Strictly 18+
If you look under 21 please bring ID with you to avoid disappointment. We accept EU Driving Licence & Passport.
This IS the future. This IS DJ's
Folly Farm, holders of the Best Family Day Out in Wales award, is pleased to sponsor the Best Pembrokeshire Day Out/Experience category.
With its very own zoo, a huge indoor funfair, farmyard friends in the Jolly Barn and a whole host of indoor and outdoor adventure play Folly Farm is proud to be part of the quality tourism product within Pembrokeshire.
The Local Authorities of Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, City & County of Swansea, Pembrokeshire and Neath Port Talbot together in partnership with the West Wales Chamber of Commerce are committed to the success of the project and will manage the project from its start in 2009 to its completion in 2014.
Capital grants are available for up to 40% of eligible project costs, with a minimum grant of £1000 and a maximum grant of £10000.
Is my business eligible for support from LIF Cymru South West Wales?
Small and medium sized enterprises (subject to certain criteria) are eligible for financial support – mainly those in, or servicing the manufacturing sector, though applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Small and medium sized enterprises employing less 250 people with either a turnover not exceeding €50 million or a balance sheet not exceeding €43 million across the 5 counties are eligible.
What business sectors are eligible?
A wide range of business sectors are eligible including: marine, energy, engineering, manufacturing, innovation, tourism & leisure, knowledge economy, creative & media services, sustainable technologies, environmental goods & services, ITC, life sciences, auto-components, construction, transport, finance, community & social enterprise, food and other general business services.
What business sectors are ineligible?
Agriculture, forestry, fishing, health services, local social welfare services and training activities are ineligible for this particular scheme.
What capital expenditure qualifies?
IT and Telecom hardware if linked directly to the delivery of the project
Premises improvement (to modify and improve premises to accommodate increased capacity, improve efficiency, incorporate new processes)
One-off non recurring marketing costs such as exhibition/display material and promotional material
Website development, e-commerce development and purchases of specialist (non-standard) software
What capital expenditure does not qualify?
Maintenance of plant and property
Work necessary to meet statutory requirements e.g. fire standards
Support or maintenance agreements
Fixtures and fittings, general office furniture and sundries
Work already in progress
Please note that no expenditure should be incurred before a grant has been approved and grants cannot be awarded retrospectively.
Sustainable value
Each case will be assessed on its own potential value to the local economy. Factors that are likely to add strength to grant applications include: potential job creation, increase in turnover as a result of the grant, positive environmental improvements (e.g. adopting or improving Environmental Management Systems) and the adoption or improvement of equal opportunity strategies and systems.
If you feel your business would benefit from a grant and as a result your business would benefit the local economy, then you can obtain further information on the financial support available from LIF Cymru South West Wales or request an Expression of Interest Form from:
Assessment Officer
Tel: 01437 771803
Email: peter.lord@pembrokeshire.gov.uk
Lowless Commercial is a regional law firm offering commercial services of national quality. All of the core legal services are provided, including:
- Employment;
- Company Commercial;
- Commercial Litigation; and
- Commercial Property.
Lowless Commercial provides prompt, commercially focused advice based on extensive experience. The team takes the time to understand clients’ needs and provide practical solutions to legal and commercial issues. Lowless Commercial has been described by the Legal 500 UK 2010 as “a highly skilled, very client-friendly and professional team”, which “provides high-quality commercial expertise”.
Being based in West Wales means Lowless Commercial is able to offer exceptional service at local rates to its commercial clients.
- People management consultancy
Payroll services
Investors in People
Welsh Assembly Government funded programmes
Outsourced HR solutions with Lowless HR
Landsker are the leading consultancy in West Wales serving the hospitality sector and advise on marketing, strategy, grants, business planning, management and feasibility studies.
We have assisted over 100 tourism businesses locally in the last 10 years.
For a free/confidential discussion
call us on 01994 240631 or info@landsker.co.uk.
Pear Media is an experienced, award-winning, quality communications company. Pear Media has two branches: Pear Publishing and Pear Distribution.
Both are independently successful, publishing some of Wales' market leading titles and being the largest independent magazine distributor in Wales.
We are convergent suppliers – we have the skill sets and expertise to make different technologies work hand-in-hand and we offer total solutions from a company that understand your total Communications.
Our philosophy is simple – we don't want you as a customer just for today, we want to support you in the development of your business for the years to come. We will give you a single point of contact to speak to, someone who understands your company and has your interests at heart.
We develop long-standing business relationships with all our customers, to ensure that you are satisfied that the service you receive is the best in the market place.
We'll give you peace of mind that if we can't save you money, then we will tell you. We treat every customer with the respect & loyalty they deserve.
In other words, we offer an unrivalled, bespoke, personal service.
Radio Pembrokeshire serves around 90,000 adults aged 15+ living in the County and consistently delivers one of the highest audience reaches in the UK. In Pembrokeshire we are consistently rated Number ONE!
We also publish THE RADIO PEMBROKESHIRE VISITOR magazine which is distributed FREE of charge five times a year at more than 200 points across the County.
Upton Farm Frozen Foods is a family-owned business based in Pembroke Dock. Established in 1989, the company was originally based at nearby Upton Farm, hence the name.
We moved to a purpose-built unit in Pembroke Dock in 1995, and can now offer an unrivalled service throughout Pembrokeshire , with a fleet of high-specification freezer vehicles delivering an exciting range of products for the discerning caterer.
We work closely with employers in Pembrokeshire, helping our participants move into sustainable employment.
Workways can help your business by:
Looking at your specific recruitment needs
Match your requirements against our pool of job ready participants
Organise and assist with the interview process
Arrange work trials and taster days to help identify suitable candidates
Possibilities of job related training for Workways participants
In some cases we can create a temporary job opportunity with local businesses subsidising wages for up to 6 months, up to 37 hours per week at National minimum wage
If you are interested in hearing more about the Workways project or have any vacancies you would like our help with please contact your local employer engagement officer on: 01437 775265 or email: eleanor.rees@pembrokeshire.gov.uk
South West Workways is delivered by Local Authorities across South West Wales and is part funded by the European Social Fund
under the 2007 – 2013 Convergence Programmes.
