Tom Pridmore

Mint People
Mint is unrivalled and renowned in the hospitality and events sector for having the very best people in its portfolio. Testimony to the fact that hotels, venues and festival organisers return year after year to help them fill the gap in their people requirements. Our experience covers just about all areas of hospitality, back of house as well as front of house staff, including: outdoor events, housekeeping, festival bars, waiting on teams and kitchen brigades.
We can’t believe we’ve been doing this for over ten years. Since the beginning, we have been supplying highly trained, presentable and bubbly Mint people to the hospitality, events and leisure sectors, in that time we’ve gained a reputation as the North’s most reliable and trusted temporary hospitality and events people partner, working with some of the best venues and events to provide top notch, experienced people.
Address: Longridge Business Centre Kestor Lane, Preston PR3 3AD
Website: https://www.mint-people.co.uk/
Telephone: 0161 850 4495
Email: craig.jackson@mint-people.co.uk & Jodie.eccles@mint-people.co.uk
22/11/2024
Pendle Witch Distillery
Overlooked by Pendle Hill, we are an artisan distillery producing small batch, single malt whiskys; a smoky Islay-style and a smooth Speyside-style.
We also produce a Bourbon-style liquor made with 50% corn, and small-barrel Moonshine Straight whisky.
With history and a connection to the surrounding area, and our story of provenance, we aim to put the Ribble Valley on the whisky map!
Now that the distillery is fully functional we have opened a shop stocking some of our amazing products. We are open for people to pop in and sample products before making a purchase and taking them home.
Address: Backridge Barn, Backridge Farm, Twitter Lane, Waddington, BB7 3LQ
Website: http://www.pendlewitchdistillery.uk/
Telephone: 01200 545141
Email: info@pendlewitchdistillery.uk
28/10/2024
Flavours cookery school
We’re a new cookery school located at Sidings Business Park, in Whalley. From our purpose-built kitchen and dining facilities we host cookery courses and social events centred around healthy, nutritious and balanced home-cooking.
It is our aim to teach both children and adults about home cooking and healthy eating. Our weekly classes cover all things from baby, toddler, teen and adult cookery courses, to social gatherings; coffee mornings, diet groups and private events & parties.
To bring out the inner chef in you we have a team of friendly, experienced and knowledgeable professionals who can teach you everything you need to know about healthy cooking.
Address: Unit 15, The sidings, Whalley, BB7 9SE
Website: Flavours Cookery School
Telephone: 01254 823388 / 07855 941934
Email: carolyn@flavourscookeryschool.co.uk

Facebook or other social media sites: Flavours cookery school – Facebook
Flavourswhalley– Instagram

08/10/2024
Bailey Huts
Locally handcrafted, luxury shepherd’s hut in the heart of the Ribble Valley. The hut is cosy and romantic with stunning views across the countryside. Many of the finishing touches, such as the curtains and crockery, are lovingly handmade to the highest quality to make for a special stay.
The space
As you walk into the hut you will find a magical haven to escape and relax. With a cosy and romantic ambience this is the perfect place for a luxury retreat. There is a double bed with a hotel quality mattress and 100% cotton bed linen for a tranquil nights’ sleep, a comfy sofa and a smart TV. Don’t worry if its frosty outside, the underfloor heating will keep you toasty and warm all year round!
There is a bespoke kitchen with all the amenities to whip up a hearty breakfast ready for a day’s adventure or to create something tasty for dinner. If cooking isn’t on your itinerary, then there are several outstanding restaurants, with 3 of them right on your doorstep!
- The Three Fishes – just across the field!
- The Aspinall Arms – 0.3 miles
- Mitton Hall 1.2 miles
The bathroom is en-suite so there is no need to leave the hut in the middle of the night. Inside offers a walk in shower, flushing toilet and sink. Luxury towels and bathrobes are provided, with plenty of hot water!
Outside there is a garden area with outdoor seating and firepit with views over the rolling hills. Under the hut you will also find storage for muddy boots and a log store with enough to get you going, more can be purchased in the honesty shop.
Onsite Shop
Behind the hut you will find the purpose built honesty shop filled with all sorts of goodies including homemade chutneys, craft beers, natural wines, hand thrown local pottery and smores packs for the firepit. Some basics such as extra toilet roll, tooth paste and logs will also be in stock. The shop doubles up as a bike store and drying room equipped with a heated drying rack to throw wet clothes over after a country walk. The shop/bike store are fitted with secure locks and CCTV for your security.
Address: 2 Bailey Cottages, Clitheroe Road, Mitton, Clitheroe, BB7 9PL
Website: Bailey Huts – Shepherd’s huts (UK, France) for Rent in Mitton, England, United Kingdom – Airbnb
Telephone: 07973211201
Email: stay@baileyhuts.com
08/10/2024
Eight at Gazegill
Welcome to Eight at Gazegill by Doug Crampton. For a couple of decades now, the current custodians of Gazegill have toyed with the idea of taking our home grown produce from farm to plate right here at Gazegill. With a family history spanning nearly 500 years, generations of the family have worked this land and have all left their mark, a heritage that we are very proud of today. This culmination of nurturing soils and the rich diverse nature the farm plays host to, makes Eight a testament to generations of organic farming and an unfaltering connection to the land, it just seemed the right thing to do.
We allow dogs on our terrace, they are not allowed in the restaurant.
Address: Eight at Gazegill, Lower Gazegill Farm, Dancer Lane, Rimington, United Kingdom
Website: Eight at Gazegill – Our countryside dining experience
Telephone: (00 44) +1200 445519 and choose Option 2
Email: manager@eightatgazegill.co.uk
27/09/2024
D. Byrne&Co Fine Winer Limited
D. Byrne & Co. is and always has been family run, these days by Denis Byrne’s great grandsons, Andrew and Philip, originating from a family of fourteen children. In recent years Andrew’s son, Joseph joined the partnership, making us a five generation dynasty!
We are understandably proud of the awards and national recognition that has come our way over the years. Great fun was had by all when Jancis Robinson and her team filmed us for her BBC documentary series ‘Vintners Tales’. Our most recent accolades came in the form of winning The International Wine Challenge Small Independent Merchant of the Year, North West Merchant of the Year and Champagne Specialist of the Year 2011.
Traditional yet forward looking we take pride in the many accolades which have come our way over the years, but our greatest satisfaction is derived from seeing customers return to us for the service and selection they have come to love and expect.
Address: Victoria Brewery, Shawbridge Street, Clitheroe, BB7 1NA and Victoria Buildings, 12 King Street, Clitheroe BB7 2EP

Website: https://dbyrne-finewines.co.uk/?fbclid=IwAR29EaHTJPaCeJqlp_SDH523vAOGHH2e140JFVHDD_PN3LW3nh5sdJeJlXg
Telephone: +44 1200 422281
Email: dbyrneandco@gmail.com
Facebook or other social media sites: https://www.facebook.com/dbyrnefinewine , instagram: D. Byrne & Co. Fine Wines Ltd. (@dbyrnefinewines) • Inst agram photos and videos, twitter: https://twitter.com/dbyrnefinewines
18/03/2024
Perfect Recruitment
Based in the North West, Perfect Recruitment is a nationwide catering and hospitality recruitment agency, dealing with all things food-related. With over 20 years of experience in the catering, hospitality, and recruitment sector, we carefully select and place all our candidates into the perfect vacancy be it temporary or permanent work.
We have proudly built strong relationships with Ribble Valley clients for over 20 years and continue to grow our presence across the region. In addition to our core hospitality focus, we have expanded our services to include office admin, cleaning, and warehouse roles.
At Perfect Recruitment, we believe in honest recruitment and take the time to build genuine relationships with both clients and candidates.
Telephone: 01257 264264
Email: info@perfect-recruitment.co.uk

Website: https://www.perfect-recruitment.co.uk/
15/06/2023
Fitness Plus Gym
Health and fitness takes centre stage at Fitness Plus Gym. Get a free day pass, gain insights into your nutrition plans and learn as you go!
Address: Stonebridge Mill, Kestor Lane, Longridge, Preston, PR3 3AD
Website: www.fitnessplusgym.co.uk
Email: will@fitnessplusgym.co.uk

15/12/2022
Shireburne Park – Residential and Holiday Park
West of Clitheroe, overlooking the River Ribble, and nestled within the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty of Forest of Bowland, you’ll find Shireburne Park.
Our peaceful family-run park offers both holiday homes and residential properties, all within or on the grounds of our Victorian mansion, the beautiful Shireburne House.
You can visit us seven days a week, and we welcome those who’d like to explore the park and our range of luxury holiday and residential homes.
Address: Edisford Road, Clitheroe, BB7 3LB
Website: Shireburne Park
Telephone: 01200 423422
Email: enquiries@shireburnepark.co.uk
15/12/2022
La Locanda
A multi-award-winning, traditional Italian restaurant nestled in Lancashire’s wonderful Ribble Valley.
Full of original, rustic charm, La Locanda’s owners Maurizio and Cinzia Bocchi will take you to the heart of Italian cuisine, serving you authentic, seasonal recipes that go back generations.
“Our promise is to provide you with a truly Italian experience that gives you a flavour of the tradition, culture and hospitality of the place we are so proud to call our home”.
Address: Main Street, Gisburn, Barnoldswick, BB7 4HH
Website: La Locanda | Italian Restaurant | Lancashire
Telephone: 01200 445303
Email: eat@lalocanda.co.uk
15/12/2022