eating & drinking
Sponsored by
lifestyle
Sponsored by
entertainment
Sponsored by
Business
Sponsored by
jobs
Sponsored by
property
Sponsored by
family
Sponsored by
shopping
Sponsored by
sport
Sponsored by
motoring
Sponsored by
Your Total Guide To Business
How are you feeling about business in general?
Positive! We’ve survived lockdown and business is currently buoyant. Although the ongoing uncertainty of the pandemic makes it difficult to think too long term.
Tell us how you now apply this phrase to your business and/or life ‘buy local supply local’.
Being in town every day means that I can more easily shop from small local independents, rather than relying on one large, weekly supermarket shop.
I didn’t appreciate how much I’d enjoy being able to help clients from my home town and refer to local businesses.
What has changed for you positively as a result of lockdown?
Lockdown was such a strange and uncertain time, but it did bring our communities together. I found people had more time, were more patient, considerate, understanding and friendly. I am trying to continue these characteristics.
Coincidentally I moved to work in our Chippenham office, my home town. For the first time in my career I am able to walk to work, which takes less time and the exercise is good for my physical and mental well-being. I am also surprised how much more it means to be working in my own community.
Tell us what makes a ‘good’ local business.
Good customer service, interested and friendly staff.
Can you name a local independent business which you support around food & drink?
SK Fruits (Greengrocer) – a good variety of seasonal & locally grown produce
Parsons Bakery – delicious cakes and sourdough loaves.
Can you name a local independent business which you support around clothing or accessories?
The Bay Tree (gift shop) – lovely gifts and friendly, helpful staff - https://thebaytree.gift/
Can you name a local independent business which you support around health, wellbeing or fitness?
Kelly Wariner of Space to Balance : a brilliant yoga instructor. Smiley, calm and reassuring.
https://www.spacetobalance.com
Is there any other local business you'd like to mention?
Allington Plants & Garden Shop – a good range of plants and very friendly & knowledgeable owner.
https://www.allingtonfarmshop.co.uk/garden-shop/
Can you name one person in your company who has really helped you during this time?
My beautiful colleague and Head of the Family Department, Cindy Ervine. She kept all of the family law teams’ mental health & wellbeing in check during these very challenging times.
Can you name one person in your life who has really helped you during this time?
Well, my husband is my constant; but my lovely secretary, Katie has kept me organised and sane. Efficient, helpful & delightful.
What are your business plans for Q4?
To crack on and build up my case load and the Family Law Department in Chippenham.
Any special offers you’d like to mention?
I offer a free initial consultation to discuss issues, options and costs.
And finally:
I believe the pandemic and lockdown has made many of us re-focus on the benefits of our local communities and locality.
To find out more about Frances and how she can support you visit https://www.awdrys.co.uk/our-people/Frances-Nash
Scott Media is run by a UK-based journalist with more than 20 years' experience in the media - print, radio and television.
6 Gold View, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8ZG
Website Email 07789 270030
We recommend
In case you missed it see what’s in this section
Listings
