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Martinstown CC Lift Jack Douch Trophy

Martinstown Cricket Club were bowled over when they were announced as winners of the Jack Douch trophy for cricket in the community.

Hendy Group Powers Independence Through Motability Event

Drivers in and around Poole who are eligible for the Motability Scheme are invited to attend Hendy Group’s annual Motability event at its Stellantis dealership on Poole Road later this month.

Hendy Group Celebrates 115th Anniversary Of Becoming Ford’s First British Retailer

Next week, Hendy Group, one of the UK’s largest independent family-run dealer groups, is celebrating a remarkable anniversary: representing Ford Motor Company in Britain for 115 years.

New Publican Takes The Helm At 16th Century Cornish Pub

A new publican has taken on one of Cornwall’s most cherished village pubs, the Polgooth Inn.

Farm Shop Celebrates Customer Milestone In First Year

A Winchester farm shop marks its first anniversary with celebration of local produce and community support.

MP Praises Poole Business

Poole MP Neil Duncan-Jordan visited Hamworthy business Store & Secure – a huge yellow-coloured facility in Hamworthy – and praised the service they offer.

Local Hendy Dealer Named UK’s Best ‘New Car Retailer’

Hendy Group, which operates multiple showrooms across Surrey and is the UK’s largest family-run car dealer business, has been named the UK’s top ‘New Car Retailer’ at this year’s prestigious Autotrader Retailer Awards.

First Geely Showroom To Open In Eastleigh

Eastleigh residents will soon be among the first to get behind the wheel of the Geely EX5 the all-electric SUV from new Chinese brand Geely, thanks to Hendy Group.

St Austell Brewery Charitable Trust Donates Vital Equipment

The St Austell Brewery Charitable Trust has donated six specialist jackets to West Cornwall Search & Rescue Team (WCSAR).

Parkstone Business Booms Following Investment

The Ives and Shand funeral business in Parkstone has grown following investment, with more staff joining.

Arkell’s Brewery And French & Jupps Unveil Ancestry – A Speciality Dark Heritage Beer

Arkell’s Brewery and French & Jupps are proud to announce the launch of Ancestry (ABV 3.8%), a brand-new cask ale brewed in collaboration...

Trio From Portsmouth Celebrate 25 Years’ Service At Hendy

Hendy Group has extended the number of people who have been with the business for 25 years or more with the addition of three new...

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