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Charter Walk wins big at Britain in Bloom awards!

 

Burnley’s premier shopping destination, Charter Walk, swept awards at the Burnley in Bloom ceremony.

The shopping centre’s vibrant floral displays have captured the attention of Britain in Bloom award judges, leading to an impressive collection of accolades for the mall.

 

Not only did Charter Walk secure the gold award in the Large Retail/Commercial/Industrial Park category for the North West region, but they also clinched the title of Best Large Retail/Commercial & Business Park.

 

Additionally, their dedication to enhancing the local community through initiatives like Budding Burnley earned them a Level 5 Outstanding award in the It’s Your Neighbourhood category during the awards ceremony. Charter Walk’s commitment to beautifying their surroundings shone brightly, earning them well-deserved recognition.

Labels for Cares are in the centre!

 

Local Cancer Charity Donates £250,000

BURNLEY, 16th OCTOBER: CANCER ASSESSMENT RAPID EARLY SUPPORT (CARES), a local cancer charity committed to purchasing preventative cancer equipment, proudly announces a groundbreaking donation of £250,000 to East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) Burnley General Hospital. This substantial contribution, the largest to date by CARES, is the third generous donation from the local charity and will be used to purchase an OLYMPUS EVIS EUS endosonography. This is an advanced, state of the art, endoscopy scope with ultrasound technology. It accurately identifies stage cancer and aids with gaining tissue samples giving diagnoses accuracy and aids the appropriate surgery and chemotherapeutic intervention.

 

“This is an advanced state of the art diagnostic endoscopy with the help of ultrasound waves and other associated technologies to accurately identify, define and stage cancer and also help with obtaining tissue samples which would aid in accurate diagnosis and appropriate surgical and chemotherapeutic interventions,” explained Doctor Venkat Mahesh, Clinical Lead for Endoscopy at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT). “This is particularly suited for cancers of pancreas, bile duct, liver, oesophagus and gastric cancer.”
Medical Director at ELHT, Jawad Husain, added: “We are immensely grateful to the support of CARES. Every cancer diagnosis is devastating for patients and their families and everyone at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is working each and every day to treat cancer as quickly as possible and save lives.
“This donation will help fund new equipment that will assist us in the detection and identification of cancer and help ensure patients receive appropriate treatment.”

The official cheque presentation took place at a Labels for Cares (CARES’ fashion designer outlet) Ladies Day event attended by customers from the stores, ITVs Weather star Jo Blythe (Charity Ambassador) and Lukman Patel (Burnley Council’s new CEO) and Shelley Wright (Director of Communications at East Lancashire Health care Trust.
 
The donation follows CARES’ donation in October 2020, which facilitated the purchase of two endoscopy machines for Burnley General Hospital. Anthony Fairclough, co-founder of Labels for Cares, highlighted the impact, stating, “Building on the success of the two existing machines that have scanned thousands of people in East Lancashire, this new addition underscores our commitment to providing swift results and leveraging cutting-edge technology.”
CARES recognizes the critical role played by its supporters and donors, including the community and contributors from charity events. “This wouldn’t be possible without our great customers, staff, supporters, donations that come from differing events like the recent climb of Mount Kilimanjaro by a supporter of the charity who raised over £10K,” added Mr Fairclough.
To get involved and support the cause through sponsored challenges or other activities get in touch for interviews: 07800 714202, Match Media Ltd
 
About CANCER ASSESSMENT RAPID EARLY SUPPORT (CARES):
CANCER ASSESSMENT RAPID EARLY SUPPORT (CARES) is a local charity dedicated to advancing early cancer assessment and support for individuals in East Lancashire. The charity focuses on leveraging cutting-edge technology and community support to make a meaningful impact on cancer detection and treatment. This record donation to ELHT Burnley General Hospital demonstrates CARES’ ongoing commitment to improving healthcare outcomes in the region.
 
About LABELS FOR CARES
Labels for Cares is the main fundraiser behind the Charity, the charity has two stores and two concessions which are Designer Charity shops and sell brand new clothing with donations from Boohoo Group Karen Millen, Coast, Warehouse, Temperley and others.

Community Down Town point!

The cost of living crisis is effecting many of us and now we are coming into the winter months most of us will be having to find ways to cut back. The Down Town Community Grocery which is located above New Look allows you to do just that and is available for absolutely anyone who just needs a helping hand to get by!   How it works-
  1. You sign up for £5 to become an annual member of the Community Grocery, giving you access to multiple food shops each week.
  2. Suppliers provide the Community Grocery with redistributed surplus food, including fresh fruit and vegetables, as well as packaged and canned goods.
  3. Members can come and shop for their whole family at the grocery giving them access to food for less and helping us all reduce food waste.
Where does the food come from? Lots of the items the grocery source are classed as surplus and have been rescued from supermarkets and food suppliers before being redistributed to their groceries. There are many reasons why food finds its way to the groceries. Common reasons are that there are packaging mistakes, supermarkets have made errors with ordering, or that the food that ends up too close to or just past its ‘best before’ date for them to sell. As a result, some of the items in the grocery have recently past their best before dates but are still perfectly safe to eat and often taste just as good! All our ‘past best before’ products are regularly checked for quality and we’ll never stock anything that’s past it’s ‘use by’ date. As the grocery are reliant on distributing whatever surplus food becomes available each week, they can’t guarantee what items they will have in stock for you on each visit, so you may find that you need to top up your shop from their little extras section. Their little extras will contain items that they haven’t been able to source through their surplus links and so purchase these direct from wholesalers in bulk passing on as much of the savings as they can. Once you become a member you can visit the grocery as many times as you like to do a £5 shop that will let you buy 12 items, including fresh fruit and veg, tinned food, bread, snacks and fridge items. Customers can also ‘Pay it Forward’ which means they can pay £5 at the till which means that somebody who cant afford it, can go along and receive a free shop so they don’t go without food. For more information or if you would like to contact the grocery, click here Message Community Grocery

Sustainable fit-out at Pioneer Place’s Nando’s


Burnley’s first Nando’s opened on Wednesday 20th September at the Pioneer Place leisure complex. Its recipe for success doesn’t just come down to its famous chicken flavours, Nando’s are also ahead of the game when it comes to sustainability.

When it comes to interior design, their buildings are not only beautifully green and sustainable, they’re also beautiful to look at. Each restaurant has a plethora of sustainable, high-tech features. From supporting young people in sustainable careers, to being the biggest collector or Southern African contemporary art in the world.

The Employability Trust and Hill Cross Furniture has given young people the chance to get back into work by refurbishing the restaurants external furniture. This opportunity has provided 197 young people a pathway into sustainable employment, which has resulted in over 6,740 pieces of refurbished furniture being put back into over 175 Nando’s restaurants – including Burnley’s!

As well as supporting young careers, Nando’s supports the career development opportunities for professional South African artists through partnering with Spier Arts Trust. This partnership hopes to make a real difference to the lives of the artists they work with, by running programmes that help them build successful art careers. These also include The Creative Block, Qubeka Bead Studio, and the commissioning of site-specific, architectural-scale artworks, to name a few. All the beautiful art on display in every Nando’s restaurant has been created by talented artists in Southern Africa, and sent over to the UK for patrons to enjoy! The interior walls of the Burnley Nando’s are lined with colourful and dramatic artwork that is part of the extensive collection of contemporary Southern African art.

Every year, several artists from South Africa come to visit London and exhibit their works during the 1:54 African Art Fair in Somerset House, and Feast Your Eyes – Nando’s own Pop-Up Gallery. They’re great opportunities for artists to exhibit their art to a wider audience, make new connections and also visit some restaurants where their art is displayed. Nando’s also make sure to loan their art to exhibitions across Europe so that artists can benefit from the exposure.

Climate change is a huge issue in the modern world and Nando’s are doing everything they can to lessen their impact and carbon footprint. Every aspect of the restaurants has been considered and constructed with sustainability in mind. Thinking about their waste, the lamp shades within Burnley’s first Nando’s restaurant have been made by people in South Africa using old Nando’s uniforms! Even the table cadies which hold the menus are made by people in South Africa.

Nando’s Burnley can be found at Pioneer Place, Curzon Street, BB11 1FB, and is open from 11.30am to 10pm seven days a week.

New Luxury Fashion Destination Arrives in Burnley

 

Burnley’s fashion scene just got a significant upgrade with the grand opening of FLANNELS, the luxury fashion retailer known for its exquisite selection of designer brands. The highly-anticipated store, which officially opened its doors on Friday, September 13th, 2023, promises to be a game-changer in the town’s shopping landscape.
FLANNELS, part of the Frasers PLC portfolio, has quickly made a name for itself by offering a curated collection of high-end fashion from renowned brands like Gucci, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Boss, Represent, Ralph Lauren, Hugo, and Paul Smith. This premium fashion emporium caters to both men and women, ensuring that everyone in Burnley can find their ideal style.
Located in the heart of Burnley’s Charter Walk Shopping Centre, FLANNELS has taken over the former Tessuti premises in Market Square, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for this retail space.
Founded in 1976 as a men’s fashion store in Knutsford, Cheshire, FLANNELS has since evolved into a premier luxury retailer for men, women, and children. With 65 stores across the UK, FLANNELS has become synonymous with high-quality fashion, offering a wide range of clothing and footwear from the world’s most prestigious brands.
So, if you’re in the mood for a fashion upgrade or simply want to explore the best in high-end style, make sure to pay a visit to Burnley’s newest fashion hotspot. Come and experience it for yourself!

Pioneer Place has opened in Burnley!

The long-awaited flagship development, Pioneer Place, has officially opened its doors in Burnley, and it’s already making waves in the town centre.
 
Icaro Lounge takes pride in being the very first establishment to welcome customers in the impressive £23 million Pioneer Place project. Catering to diverse tastes, Icaro Lounge boasts an innovative menu featuring a wide array of options, from delectable tapas and salads to mouthwatering burgers and buttermilk fried chicken. Additionally, the establishment is keen on accommodating various dietary preferences, offering vegan and gluten-free menus. Families are especially welcomed, as the venue provides a selection of games, books, colouring pencils, and pads. To cater to families with young children, the Lounge also offers high chairs and baby-changing facilities.
Icaro Lounge is open from Sunday – Thursday, 9am – 11pm, and Friday – Saturday 9am – 12am.
 
As part of the Pioneer Place excitement, Starbucks has also joined the ranks, creating 15 job opportunities in the area. To celebrate the grand opening, Starbucks offered goody bags and discount vouchers to the first 100 customers. The event included a ribbon-cutting ceremony and delightful food and coffee tastings. The store’s contemporary design offers customers a cozy environment to savour their handcrafted cup of coffee while enjoying free Wi-Fi. Emphasizing sustainability, Starbucks proudly serves a variety of dairy alternative options at no extra cost, and customers who bring reusable cups receive a 25p discount on their beverages.
 
The new Starbucks store welcomes customers from 6.30am until 8pm, Monday to Saturday, and 7am until 7.30pm on Sundays.

Celebrating Customer Service Excellence!

 

What a fantastic evening of celebrations at Burnley’s first ever Customer Service Awards by Burnley BID!


Retailers from across the town centre came together to celebrate the towns finest in customer service and enjoyed a fabulous Christmas Party , in July!


The evening took place at the spectacular Burnley Mechanics Theatre and was full of festive entertainment and and showcased some well deserved winners!


Independent Retailer of the Year

Winner – Sweet William Florists

Highly Commended – Burnley Home Brew


Best Service Provider of the Year

Winner – Barclays Bank

Highly Commended – Skipton Building Society


Best National Retailer of the Year

Winner – Boots

Highly Commended – Iceland


Best Food Retailer of the Year

Winner- Little Barista

Highly Commended – 1855 Bistro & Bar


Best Long Serving Business of the Year

Winner- The Swan

Highly Commended – Country House Gallery


Ambassador of the Year

Winner – Sweet William Florist

Highly Commended – William Hill


Employee of the Year

Winner Shoaib Durrani (1855 Bistro & Bar)

Highly Commended – Patrik Firman ( Little Barista )


Best Overall Business of the Year

Winner – Barclays Bank

The Centre Pays it Forward!

 

For Volunteer’s Week, members of Charter Walk’s team took time out of their day to lend a helping hand at Down Town’s Community Grocery! Volunteers Week takes place 1-7 June every year. It’s a chance to recognise the fantastic contribution volunteers make to our communities and say thank you.
 
Community Grocery at Down Town was established to help local residents with their weekly food shops by bridging the gap between food banks and supermarkets.
 
The aim of the site is to bridge the gap between food banks and supermarkets by helping struggling people with their weekly food shops.
 
A £5 membership allows members to get multiple £5 shops a week, each consisting of 12 products across shelf items, fridge and freezer section, fruit and veg, and the bakery.
 
Over the week, a number of staff members took their time to pay it forward at Down Town’s Community Grocery store. At the store anyone is welcome to pay it forward, their gift can help pay for a shop for a family, whilst also giving them access to a membership for their family meaning they can shop at the store all year!
 
Luis, our cleaning supervisor has taken on our challenge and visited the Community Grocery at Down Town to pay it forward! Luis very kind donation means that someone who can’t afford it can have a free shop!
 
We continue to challenge our fellow retailers and local community to go along to Down Town and donate anything they can, so someone doesn’t go without.
 
Debbie Hernon, Charter Walk’s Centre Manager, and Vicky, our Centre Administrator, both visited the shop to pay it forward to allow someone to have a free shop!
 
The Community Grocery Down Town was recently awarded a 5 star food hygiene rating!
 
If you would like to pay it forward, just head in store and speak to a member of their lovely team!
 
Down Town Community Grocery is open from Monday to Friday, between 9.30am and 4.30pm.
The store is located above New Look at our Shopping Centre.

Let your pre-loved be re-loved!

 

Primark is making recycling look easy! As part of their ongoing commitment to a more sustainable future, they are launching a new in-store recycling scheme.

 

All you have to do is drop by Primark and place your pre-loved items into their blue donation box. They can recycle any clothing or textiles, whatever the brand or condition! All items collected in Primark stores will be recycled or repurposed if they can’t be reused and all profits will be donated to UNICEF.

 

For more information please visit Primark Instore Recycling Scheme | Primark

 

Located above New Look

in Charter Walk Shopping Centre, BB11 1QJ

Opening hours: Monday – Friday 9:30am-4.30pm

Down Town Community Grocery

 

The Down Town Community Grocery opened on Tuesday 16th May! Located in Charter Walk Shopping Centre above New Look.

 

The Community Grocery Burnley Down Town is here to bridge the gap between food banks and supermarkets by helping local residents with their weekly food shops. If you are feeling the financial impact of the rising cost of living then we are here to help. For an annual membership of £5 and a £5 shop you can choose 12 items across fruit & veg, shelf items, chilled, frozen and bakery.

 

To find out more visit www.communitygrocery.org.uk

 

Your £5 food shop can get you 12 items bakery, chilled, frozen, non-food, shelf & fruit & veg items.

Sensory Walkway Launched at Burnley Shopping Centre

 

Charter Walk Shopping Centre introduced a sensory walkway to continue in their commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

 

In 2019, Charter Walk Shopping Centre was awarded the ‘It’s Your Neighbourhood’ award in Level 5 Outstanding, for their Budding Burnley initiative. This saw a number of permanent community run planters placed throughout the shopping Centre, with all grown produce being donated to local food banks, to help combat poverty in the town.


Budding Burnley is a pioneering green initiative, which saw the transformation of an empty space at the Centre, into something environmentally friendly, and injected a new lease of life into the space. Whilst Budding Burnley has gone a long way to re-develop an unused space, the aim of the upcoming sensory walkway project is to create an inclusive, accessible and immersive environment for all shoppers and visitors at Charter Walk.


Launched on Monday 27th March, the installation is multifaceted and multifunctional, which has transformed the existing Budding Burnley allotment into a sensory walkway which puts the local community at the heart of all the activities that the Centre will host.

The installation of the sensory walkway at Charter Walk sees the Centre flourish with their efforts in being inclusive and diverse. 


At the 2022 SCEPTRE Awards, Charter Walk won the Diversity & Inclusion Scheme of The Year award, with judges impressed by their commitment to becoming an inclusive shopping destination, with a particular focus on their efforts to make the Mall autism friendly. Alongside this, the Budding Burnley initiative also received recognition, being the first ever allotment in a shopping mall in the UK.


Debbie Hernon, Centre Manager at Charter Walk Shopping Centre commented:

“We are very pleased to launch the Sensory Walkway here at Charter Walk. Building on the Diversity and Inclusion SOTY award we won at last year’s SCEPTRE’s, our sensory walkway enhances the community space on offer and promotes inclusivity throughout the Centre, which is one thing we strive on.”


Kate Ingram, strategic head of economy and growth at Burnley Council, said:

“This is a wonderful addition to Charter Walk shopping centre. It supports our aim to make the centre attractive and inclusive and to draw in visitors from a wide area.”


The installation of the sensory walkway is one of the ESG initiative the Centre has implemented.

Party at Claire’s

 

If you’re searching for the perfect kids party venue, look no further than Claire’s…

 

Book your kids birthday party in-store at Claire’s — and we’ll make it sparkle!  Plus, the guest of honour will receive a free gift!

 

With amazing party rooms for rent, fun party themes and plenty of party games, make it a celebration to remember with Claire’s. Whether your kid is unicorn obsessed or makeover mad, our talented party specialists are on hand to help plan the birthday party or special event of their dreams! We’ll help you every step of the way and be sure to fit with your budget. 

 

Ready to celebrate? Contact Claire’s at Charter Walk today to learn more about our kids party packages! 

 

*Up to the value of £15, excludes piercings

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