Category Archives: People
Celebrating Amelia Earhart’s Groundbreaking Solo Flight Across the Atlantic
On 20 May 1932, Amelia Earhart made history as the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. Battling icy winds and mechanical troubles, she completed the daring 15-hour journey from Newfoundland to Northern Ireland, proving that women could conquer the skies. Here is the story of that amazing feat.
The Coast to Coast Walk and Britain’s National Trails
Guest author and fourth generation family member Alison Hilton shares her recent walk of the Coast to Coast route, with an insight into our National Trails.
New ‘Donation Station’ Installed for St Helena Hospice
Ruth Jennings, Corporate Fundraiser joined staff at her regular catch-up session this month, to officially launch the donation collection scheme for St Helena Hospice. Staff gathered for a photo and chatted to Ruth about the work of the Hospice and up and coming events.
Calendar Man Cooks up a Caribbean Feast on Come Dine with Me
Rose Calendars Sales Development Manager Elliot Van Sertima is about to gain stardom by appearing in an Essex based episode of the TV Series ‘Come Dine with Me’. Sworn to secrecy about who won the famous show, Elliot cannot divulge how he got on, but he shares a few stories about the filming of this entertaining show.
Celebrating the 126th Birthday of Children’s Author Enid Blyton
This year marks the 126th anniversary of Enid Blyton’s birth on 11 August 1897. An incredibly prolific writer, she produced over 700 books and wrote approximately 4,500 short stories in her lifetime. Read about how she inspired many young readers and reminisce over her popular book titles.
Staff with 187 Years’ Service Accept Corporate Sponsor Certificate for St Helena Hospice
Long-serving staff gathered today to accept the annual certificate from St Helena Hospice, marking another year in our proud association with the charity. Corporate Fundraiser James Martin-Whymark presented the partnership certificate for the Corporate Membership Scheme to a group of staff who between them have served a combined total of over 187 years!
