Local Businesses
MP Consultancy and Photographic Services in Bury delivers stunning property, event and sports photography. Led by award-winning photographer Mark Pollitt, they offer creative, high-impact visuals across Greater Manchester and beyond. From Bolton to Blackburn, Rochdale to Preston, Mark works with clients right across the Northwest, capturing standout shots that tell a story, sell a home, or preserve a special moment.
Accrington Stanley Community Trust is an award-winning charity using sport, education, and community programmes to change lives across Hyndburn. Based at the £4 million Stanley Sports Hub, they deliver inclusive services for all ages—from football coaching and fitness to education and mentoring. With strong local partnerships and a focus on health, wellbeing, and opportunity, the Trust plays a vital role in supporting individuals, schools, and businesses throughout the region.
Olympus Fish & Chips in Bolton offers award-winning meals, live piano music, and a welcoming space for families and groups. Enjoy classic chippy favourites, hearty homemade meals, and indulgent desserts in their spacious restaurant or from the comfort of home. With a dedicated delivery service across Bolton and regular coach parties visiting from across the Northwest, Olympus has become a go-to destination for great food and friendly service throughout the region.
Excellent place to eat in Bolton. The food was good, the presentation was great and the service was superb! Nice fish and chips, and pies. Great ambience and comfy vibes. The place has a piano so I assume some days there's a pianist playing. Totally recommended, an oasis in Bolton in every single aspect.
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Based in Chorley, Northstar Design is your local creative agency with over 30 years of experience. From branding and graphic design to high-quality printing, promotional products and websites, they help businesses stand out. Friendly, experienced and full of ideas, they bring creativity and professionalism together under one roof.
We have used Northstar Design for numerous print jobs now and have always been really happy with the outcome. They work very fast and the items have been with us within days of approval. Great on price too! Highly recommend.
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Bespoke Memorial jewellery created with heart from Created by Trisha Wood. Unique charm beads, pendants, bracelets and more created from ashes, breastmilk, funeral flowers or hair. Broken China jewellery made from vintage china to repurpose and give new life to beautiful things.
This is the second piece that Trisha has made for me with one of my cat’s ashes and it is absolutely beautiful. Just perfect. Trisha is so lovely and caring and it helps to make a really horrible situation that little bit more bearable. Thank you so much xx
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Stephen Dumont, based in Greater Manchester, offers expert mortgage advice through OneDome, an award-winning home-moving platform transforming how people buy and sell property. Proudly serving Manchester and the wider region, Stephen provides clear, personalised support backed by OneDome’s innovative technology. Whether you're buying your first home or remortgaging, Stephen helps make the process faster, more affordable, and less stressful for home movers across Greater Manchester.
Little Green Energy is the Channel Islands’ leading renewable energy provider, delivering cutting-edge solutions like solar, wind, battery storage, EV charging, and heat pumps. Since 2013, we’ve helped homes, businesses, and communities reduce emissions, save money, and move towards a greener future.
5 star service from the Little Green team from beginning to end. They fitted solar panels for us initially and we were so impressed we then got them to fit a new heating system for us as well. Expert and friendly service - special mention to Jacques who cannot do enough to help. Thanks to all the team, Jill & Russell
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For top quality windows and conservatories in the West Midlands, you would be in safe hands with Leamore Windows who are highly recommended for the high quality of their products, their fitting services and their customer service.
We have recently had composite doors and french doors fitted. I would highly recommend Leamore windows for both advice when in the showroom from Darren and the professional installation from Mark, Spencer and Chris.
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Buzzards Valley, set in the heart of the Midlands, is a scenic destination offering English wines, artisan markets, fishing lakes, and local gift shopping — ideal for relaxed days out and countryside escapes.
What a lovely place. My daughter and I visited yesterday to take part in the nature trail. Staff were incredibly friendly and gave us detailed information before we set off. Along the trail, there are information boards regarding the wildlife, which was great for my daughter as she has recently started to read. We collected an activity sheet from the Artisan shop and completed the questions as we walked along. The best bit was the Den Building area which kept us occupied for a good hour! A lovely walk, beautiful scenery and great outdoors fun.
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Experience the best of artisan home fragrance in the West Midlands with Dark Foundry No.8. Specialising in handcrafted soy wax candles, wax melts, and luxury scent products, each item is carefully made using premium ingredients and inspired by the region’s rich heritage. From the industrial legacy of the Black Country to the creative energy of Birmingham, their collections reflect the spirit of the Midlands while promoting relaxation and wellbeing. With fast UK-wide delivery and a local showroom in Willenhall, it’s easy for customers across the West Midlands to enjoy beautiful, long-lasting scents at home.
Had a fantastic time at Dark Foundry Christmas candle making workshop. Paul was a great host and I really enjoyed catching up with good friends whilst getting stuck in to making different types of candles and wax melts. Really good value for money, would wholeheartedly recommend! The shop stocks a gorgeous range too…couldn’t resist picking one up on the way out!
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