Tag: Staffordshire

David Lloyd and Arthur Price announce members’ partnership

Arthur Price and David Lloyd Lichfield have announced a special partnership for members after the cutlery firm supplied tableware to the newly refurbished leisure club.

 

Members of David Lloyd Lichfield will get a 20% discount off all marked products at the Arthur Price Factory Shop, Britannia Way until 31 December 2024.

 

James Price, Sales Director at Arthur Price said, “It will be great to see Arthur Price cutlery at this amazing leisure club.  The new spa retreat is stunning, the new business hub will help members achieve a great worker life balance and I am very proud that a Lichfield company is supplying such a prestigious national brand. And as a thank you to David Lloyd for choosing us, we are offering a special discount to Lichfield members at our factory shop.”

 

Andrew Lightbown, General Manager at David Lloyd Lichfield said, “We have invested £5.1million into our new Spa and Retreat plus refurbished gym, club room and studios. It is now a flagship David Lloyd Club and that’s we wanted to make those finishing touches extra special. Arthur Price supplies top hotels and restaurants throughout the World; it just felt right that we should have a prestigious, and local brand, to supply our cutlery.

 

Arthur Price are supplying cutlery to the new Business Hub and Clubroom for members to enjoy. With contemporary workstations and fast, free Wi-Fi, members can work while only being a few moments away from either a relaxing swim, spa experience or an energising gym session.

 

Andrew continued, “And to make the partnership extra special, Arthur Price has kindly offered our members a 20% discount…perfect timing as we start thinking about Christmas presents.”

Arthur Price welcomes new We Love Lichfield supporter

Arthur Price are huge supporters of We Love Lichfield and we are delighted that another local independent business is helping spread the word of the fund.

 

Cathedral Hearing, has named We Love Lichfield as its charity of choice. Recently opened on Sandford Street, the clinic offers hearing tests, ear wax removal and hearing aid packages and hopes a special open day in September will raise awareness of the fund.

 

Principal Audiologist Laura Evans said, “Supporting the community is important to me. I am from the area and now as a local business owner, I want to give something back. I’ve seen the amazing work of We Love Lichfield, supporting hundreds of small voluntary groups across the District, and wanted to help. I will be making a donation to We Love Lichfield for every ear wax removal during our first year.”

 

Laura hopes that a special open day at her clinic will attract potential customers to help raise more money for We Love Lichfield.  She is encouraging people who feel they may need a hearing examination to visit on Saturday 21 September. Staff at the clinic, based in a grade II listed building on Sandford Street, will demonstrate the sound booth and show the video otoscope in action, which allows patients to view the inside of their ears on the big screen. Also hearing aid manufacturer Phonak will be demonstrating their latest products driven by AI technology.

 

Laura said, “We are on a mission to break down the barriers to having your hearing tested and encourage everyone to take good care of their hearing health. Our September open day is an opportunity to see the latest discreet technology in action and ask questions about their hearing in a friendly environment while at the same time helping a great local cause.”

 

The open day is 10am-4pm on Saturday 21st September. For more information visit cathedralhearing.co.uk or call 01543 319641

 

James Price, an advisor to We Love Lichfield said, “Thank you Laura for supporting We Love Lichfield. I am delighted that she has chosen us to be their charity of choice.

 

“I was lucky to have a  tour of the clinic – the investment in equipment is substantial, all in a beautiful grade II listed building. Laura’s vision for Cathedral Hearing is amazing and from one independent, family-owned Lichfield business to another, I wish her all the very best.”

We Love Lichfield is one of the Staffordshire and Shropshire Community Foundation’s place based funds.  It provides grants to a wide range of projects operating across the district of Lichfield. The fund considers applications from local groups in need twice a year. It raises money and then the returns are given away. Companies and individuals make up the bulk of the donors to the fund, either through direct donations, or by fundraising.

 

All the money raised is invested through an endowment fund in line with charity commission guidelines. The financial return from the fund is then distributed as small grants across the area. The beauty of this model is that it will provide a source of sustainable funding that can be used for grants long in to the future.  It’s almost like a pension scheme set up to support community and voluntary groups across Lichfield. Individuals and businesses can raise money for We Love Lichfield. They can fund raise or they can donate via Enthuse here: https://cfss.enthuse.com/welovelichfield

 

We Love Lichfield has just announced it has so far given away over £400,000 in 406 grants to 222 organisations.

 

For more information, visit www.welovelichfield.co.uk

Celebrating 40 Years of silver service at Arthur Price

We take great pride in being a family-owned firm and celebrate every member of our incredible ‘family’.  So it was with great pleasure that we surprised our Production and Procurement Manager Mark Scarrott with an award to celebrate an amazing milestone – his 40th work anniversary at Arthur Price.

 

Mark worked for a heavy engineering firm before joining Arthur Price in 1984 as an assistant in the Production Department. He quickly rose up through the ranks and has been responsible for the deliver of everything from million piece orders to royal commissions for over two decades.

 

Mark from Burntwood said, “It’s flown by, it really has, and I am very thankful that I enjoy my work. I like my colleagues and every day is different, you just never know what you need to make. We don’t just manufacture cutlery, we also have many commissions for special tableware from across the globe. My highlights reel include travelling to the Middle East to oversee various special commissions for royal families in the region. And who knows what’s around the next corner?”

 

Simon Price, CEO said, “Mark is a vital part of our business, liked by colleagues and respected by customers with vast experience and expertise. He is, in my opinion, the best in the business.

 

“As a family-owned business, the next generation is vital to our success. Mark has seen my father’s time, my time and now James’. As times have changed his skill and knowledge have too developed which to me shows an amazing aptitude and ability. I am privileged to have him as part of my team.”

 

James Price, Sales Director said, “Mark is the longest serving member of the Arthur Price team but we also have more than ten others celebrating over 30 years of service.  Everyone in this special group has made an amazing contribution to the success of the business. On a personal note I have been fortunate to learn from all these people and I hope that we have many more long-standing colleagues for generations to come.”

 

Pictured (L-R) is Simon Price, Mark Scarrott and James Price

Summer Sale Now On

Our Summer Sale is now on. Until Saturday 13th July at 4pm we have loads of special bargains only available during this period.

There’s box sets down to £99 (from £380) and knife blocks only £29.50 (RRP £99)

If you want a gift, our silver plate frames at down to an unbelievable £4.50 (RRP £15.59) and there’s a special children’s bundle gift set. Frame and baby shoe at £19.50, normally sold separately at £57.

There’s free parking outside and we are open 9-4 Monday to Friday and Saturday 10-4. Closed Sundays.

We hope to see you there

Arthur Price Announced As Headline Sponsor Of Historic Lichfield Event

We are delighted to announce that we are the headline sponsor of Lichfield’s historic Sheriff’s Ride.

Sponsorship of this 471 year old unique event, the only one of its type in the UK, will build upon Lichfield’s history and traditions and most importantly help reach new generations, broaden its appeal and bring economic benefits to the whole area.

The Lichfield Shrievalty Association (a group of former Sheriffs of Lichfield) have taken on the responsibility of maintaining the Ride. One of Lichfield’s greatest and oldest traditions, the Ride is a horse mounted inspection of the ancient boundary of the City which began after Queen Mary gave Lichfield a Royal Charter.  This charter separated Lichfield from Staffordshire and made it a county in its own right. This enabled Lichfield to appoint its own Sheriff who enforced the law and managed the prison. The first ride was undertaken in 1553 and has continued every year except for the Covid years. The first Sheriff was Gregorie Stonynge. The 2024 Sheriff is Cathy Wood, who will join the historic list of locals to bear the title.

Our sponsorship will allow the Ride to more include the younger generation and increase community involvement. 2024 will see the first ever appointment of a Junior Sheriff who will be selected from a local school. Also, during the year The Arthur Price Junior Sheriff Children’s Fund will be created to raise money to help more youngsters to experience horse riding for the first time.   Finally, the cultural legacy of the Ride will be taught by the newly appointed Official Ride Historian, Jonathan ‘Jono’ Oates, who will visit local schools.

Further widening the community involvement will be the official inclusion of cyclists. Organisations such as The Alternative Sheriff’s Ride, will also be part of the celebration.

The Clerk of The Course, Nick Sedgwick, said “The Lichfield Shrievalty Association plans to improve the event. The Arthur Price sponsorship enables us to directly attract the younger generation which will enhance our work to widen the impact of The Ride. We have already seen an incredible response from our local community with the interest and support from many local organisations and individuals. Already businesses, landowners and volunteers have come together to keep this tradition alive. We will return The Lichfield Sheriff’s Ride to the forefront of Lichfield’s historic and cultural heritage.

“We concluded that during these tough economic times, the only way to take The Ride to the next level was with sponsorship. I am delighted that Arthur Price, a family-owned, local independent company has stepped forward to support us. Indeed, it was their wish for their sponsorship to evolve The Ride and I thank them for their foresight and support.”

Simon Price, CEO of Arthur Price said, “The pressure on budgets meant that the event, in its current format, needed to be supported. But with difficulty comes opportunity and I was very focused on identifying where the event could be improved – reaching a wider audience, gaining more community engagement, making an impact on the local economy and finally to leave a lasting legacy.

“If a tradition is lost it is very difficult to resurrect. The whole district is rich in history which makes it a wonderful place for residents and visitors alike.  Indeed, it has just been named as one of the best places to live in the UK.

“With our sponsorship I hope to make the event relevant for today’s society and for the benefit of the whole community. Specifically, with a view to attracting the next generation and helping the local economy by bringing in people from outside the usual groups to participate. “As Lichfield’s famous lexicographer Samuel Johnson once said,…”make new things familiar and familiar things new.” With such a rich history, and a passionate group of organisers, The Ride is a sleeping giant of an occasion with huge potential for the local community.”

Former Sheriff, Daryl Brown, from The Lichfield Shrievalty Association said, “Simon Price has been very specific in his vision for the sponsorship and that the next generation is key. As a teacher I wholeheartedly agree.

“Last year’s Ride included both cyclists and horses, and was a resounding success. I envisage a City full of spectators watching the ceremonial procession of The Sheriff, The Junior Sheriff, The Ride of 75 horses and a host of cyclists.

“Such a display will unite local residents and visitors in a celebration of our unique cultural identity. This will, in turn, support the local economy, filling cafes and shops and welcoming new visitors to our historic City.”

The Lichfield Sheriff’s Ride will take place on Saturday 7th September 2024, starting in the morning, at The Guildhall on Bore Street. It will then make its way around the historic 20 mile boundary before returning via Lichfield Cathedral at around 4:30pm.  To find out more, support or participate, visit www.sheriffoflichfield.org.uk.

Happy Anniversary To Our Factory Shop

On a spring morning in April 1982 the UK’s biggest factory shop opened its doors for the very first time.

Now 42 years later, the fashions and the music may have changed, but Arthur Price is still serving up quality cutlery and gifts.

To celebrate we have an amazing offer – the Toscana 42 piece box set normally retails at £295. For the first 42 people to ask, this beautiful contemporary pattern perfect in any home, will only be £42.

From today the first 42 customers to enter the store and ask for Toscana only have to part with £42. All we’ll say is don’t hang around…they are going to disappear very quickly.

 

 

Raffle To Raise Funds For We Love Lichfield

We are proud supporters of We Love Lichfield, a local community fund that raises money throughout the year and then gives away grants twice a year to good causes across Lichfield District.

Our CEO Simon Price is patron of We Love Lichfield and he is passionate about the organisation.

Until the end of March we are raising funds via a raffle. One lucky person is going to win £750 worth of goodies. We want as many people to buy a ticket, only a £1! Please share to as many people as you can and pop in to buy a ticket.

For more information visit www.welovelichfield.com

We Are Open Again – Please Shop Local

The Arthur Price Factory Shop in Lichfield has re-opened after closing back in March due to the lockdown. The UK’s biggest cutlery shop will initially be open three days a week – Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9am-3pm, but customers can email staff at any time.

The shop, based on Britannia Way, Lichfield, has implemented strict safety and welfare guidelines for both staff and customers. There is a one-way route, social distancer markers throughout, a sanitiser station, screened till point and staff can only take card payments.

To celebrate the re-opening, there are lots of special offers which will change week-by-week. To start there are ex-display silver plate cutlery cabinets with up to 75% from £199. Six and eight-person box sets at half-price, also some of the Monsoon range at 50% off. There is also a silverware clearance zone – three price ranges of £10, £20 and £30 – anything from napkin rings to candelabras and dishes and trays, all silver plated.

Simon Price, CEO of Arthur Price said: “I am quite emotional about the shop re-opening. Taking the dust sheets off the displays and cleaning everything with the team was both enjoyable and therapeutic. As a family business, Arthur Price has been part of my life since I can remember and simply turning the lights on in the shop was a great feeling.

“Bev, the factory shop manager has been great, making sure we are ready to safely welcome customers both old and new. We opened last week, a soft re-launch, to make sure everything that was needed was in place so we could all be safe, and sales exceeded my expectations.

“It will be interesting to see what happens with the shop. Our website has seen sales increase by 138% since this time last year. Throughout these terrible times, I think people have been enjoying mealtimes together and even as the lockdown measures ease, there will be more home entertaining in our social bubbles. Based upon the factory shop sales last week, without announcing we were open, I am encouraged.

“Finally, I put a call out to everyone, where you can please shop locally, shop independent. We are seeing many local independent businesses coming out of hibernation, now is the time to support them. Also, we have seen some amazing local, independent shops who have served people during lockdown. Now is not the time to leave them.”

Arthur Price invites customers to browse in the shop or they can call or email their orders. There is lots of free parking immediately outside and all purchases can be placed straight into people’s cars.

The Arthur Price Factory Shop has offers of up to 70% off all cutlery and silverware and has a wide selection of other branded gifts for sale.

Cutlery Firm Sees Changes In Life During Lockdown Through Its Sales

After the first closure in its 118-year history, cutlery firm Arthur Price is reporting a change in the products it is currently selling, illustrating how life has changed during lockdown. The shops and factories of this family-owned business remain closed, but its website is seeing an increase in demand. Demand not just for everyday cutlery due to more people spending time at home, but increased sales in its high-ticket, silver service pieces and more traditional patterns as many people replicate going out to the pub or a restaurant around their kitchen or dinner table.

 

Simon Price, CEO said: “At the end of March, I’ll be honest, I didn’t know what the future held for the company. We had a many online orders so with lots of planning, and a very small team of five people we were able to recently start fulfilling sales will adhering to strict safety working rules. It is lots of small steps as we adapt to this new norm, but demand is steadily rising, and you can see how life has changed over the last three months just by looking at our cutlery sales.”

 

Simon continued: “With fewer people commuting, home-schooling and many furloughed, people and families are obviously together more at normal mealtimes. Takeaway are sales rocketing, Zoom parties and quizzes the new entertainment, and movie nights replacing a trip to the pub or a restaurant. And with so many anniversaries, birthdays and weddings being missed, people are certainly being creative and finding ways to make their ‘Big Night In’ feel as special as possible. We’ve seen demand for all products higher than we expected, interestingly on our prestigious high-ticket silver-plate cutlery sets, as people aim to recreate that ‘going out’ experience in their own home.

 

“I’m so grateful that there is still demand for our products and I’d love to hang out the bunting, welcome everyone to our shops with a glass of something but alas it isn’t to be at the moment. As we are all missing going out to pubs and restaurants, we have created a ‘Stay At Home Sale’ – 35% off everything and free UK mainland delivery with no minimum order, until the end of May.”

The business temporarily closed for the first time in its 118-year history back in March. Started in Birmingham in October 1902 it has survived two world wars, the Great Depression and Spanish Flu but, as a non-essential business, CEO Simon Price, the fourth generation of the Price family at the helm, closed the door on 23rd March. Simon together with his son James are working in their Lichfield warehouse packing boxes and dispatching orders supported by three others, compared to a team of normally over 100.

 

James Price, Simon’s son and the fifth generation of the Price family to work at firm said: “Online demand is increasing and my Dad and I are working flat out to pack the orders as our shops across the UK and factories in Sheffield or Birmingham will remain closed until it is safe to open.  I spent many summer holidays working in the warehouse, learning about the business and this has helped me fulfill many more orders than we had expected. We have lots of brand-new stock across all ranges, but it is interesting how different product patterns are coming to the fore, many of which are enjoying a renaissance.

“For the remainder of May we are going for it with a huge promotion – 35% off is a big saving especially on our silver canteens, but the offer is across every single item and there is no silly nonsense of minimum orders or charging for delivery.  It’s a simple, transparent offer but only available until the end of May.”

 

Order direct from www.arthurprice.com no minimum order and delivery is free.

35% Off May Sale – Only Around Until 31 May

Our Lichfield Factory Shop maybe closed but we are still able to send you our wonderful cutlery and gifts online and until the end of May we have an amazing special sale.  35% off, yes 35% off…all products, all brand-new from the factory warehouse, free delivery and no minimum order.  It’s as simple as that.  Just remember to use the special code STAYATHOMEMAY on our website www.arthurprice.com