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6 Tips to Stay Healthy and Fit When Cycling During COVID-19
With the coronavirus still a threat to the health of the population, and social distancing rules still in place, we must still be mindful of how we exercise. You may think that because cycling is a solo workout that you don’t need to take extra precautions, but there...
Channel 4 helps small businesses to advertise on TV for the first time!
Channel 4 has launched an initiative to help small to medium sized business advertise on TV for the first time. The ‘4Sales Greenhouse Fund’ aims to help businesses that have never had the budget to advertise on TV before with match-funded commercial airtime across...
Our charitable partner Furniture Now! is set to reopen its doors to the public on Monday 15th June!
As the UK government begins to lift lockdown restrictions on the retail sector, Furniture Now (our charity partner) is set to reopen its stores on June 15th! Have you had a lockdown clearout and have items that are too good to throw away? Book a furniture or...
Friday-Ad Headquarters Moves To Brighton!
Friday Media Group, which started with our flagship brand ‘The Friday-Ad’, is celebrating a defining moment in its history as we move to our new headquarters to Brighton in 2021.Chris and Liz Kidger started the Friday Ad in 1974 little did they know that nearly...
CHIT-CHAT LAUNCHES TO CONNECT THE NATION THROUGH CONVERSATION
CHIT-CHAT, A NEW NATIONAL NON-PROFIT ORGANISATION, STRIVES TO BE THE GO-TO PLACE FOR A CHAT DURING GLOBAL ISOLATION AND BEYOND Lewis Baxter, founder of Chit-ChatIn late March, chit-chat was founded to provide a platform for meaningful conversations. The new...
Father’s Day 2020 | Alternative gift ideas…
This year, Father's Day, which falls on the 21st June might be very different compared to recent years. With the current situation, we’re not sure if lockdown measures will have been eased enough in time to enjoy a multi-household meal or day out, or brunch at dad's...
Top Ways to Keep Your Customers Safe During The Coronavirus Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has completely changed the way we live. Social distancing rules mean that for those shops that are still open, keeping customers and staff safe is the top priority. There are many ways that you can keep your customers safe as they visit your...
An expert’s advice on starting your own business..
Always dreamt of starting your own business? Perhaps it's always been a long time ambition of yours but you're not quite sure how to get the ball rolling. Rob has been through it all and is here to give you his advice on taking that leap of faith. Rob owns a...
Sussex based Property Maintenance company moves their expertise online during Covid-19 giving DIY tutorials that have now had over 40k hits!
I think it's going to be a long time before we get back to any kind of normal so we must adapt to enable us to continue but in a way that’s safe for us and our clients. So far our videos have had over 40,000 views and our Facebook page is now being followed by a lot...
The Benefits of Lockdown on the Planet
Lilly is a Professional Content Writer and Digital Marketer at Discount and Coupon codes providing platform. She’s an expert in digital marketing, content marketing and lead generation.Since the global outbreak of the Coronavirus, people have been isolating in their...
VE Day 2020, 75th Anniversary
Image sourced: https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/48201749 The date was 30th April 1945. The allied troops had surrounded Berlin. Leaving the leader of Nazi Germany contemplating what was inevitable defeat. Adolf Hitler commits suicide in an underground bunker leaving...
10 Creative DIY Garden Furniture Ideas
Looking for an easy way to spruce up your garden this summer? ‘DIY’ usually sounds like a bit of a chore when it comes to doing it yourself. However, these ten ‘handmade’ garden furniture tricks are totally doable projects you’ll wanna steal. They will save you money...
Constructive things to do from home…
Being stuck at home doesn't have to be all that bad. Why not make it as positive as you can by passing the time doing things that are productive. Although there are probably hundreds of netflix shows you could binge watch too, why not also consider finally ticking off...
How to sell safely at home
In these uncertain times, and with people still social distancing, the health and safety of our community is more important than ever. We want to make buying and selling as safe and convenient as it can be.Spending more days at home means you could use the time to...
Start a garden from anywhere!
It doesn't matter how big or small your outdoor area is, whether you live in a flat with a balcony, have a small courtyard or a large garden, there are plenty of ways to make any outdoor space look magnificent! Here’s a few tips on how to give your garden the wow...
How to get your business to survive at this time
With most things at standstill for the time being, every business person will be aware that this period of time will not only affect them financially but be hugely challenging too. On top of this, they will also be questioning how solid the structure of their business...
Beat the isolation blues..
Beth is part of the marketing team at the Friday-Ad. She researches and creates much of the content for the Friday-Ad blog and e-newsletters, covering topics from small business advice to upcycling, pet care, fashion and more. She has a degree in Media and...
Important things to consider before getting a pet
Getting a pet for the first time is a huge excitement for us. Pets can be very powerful in our lives. They give us great joy and can bring us many benefits for both our health and mental wellbeing too. However, owning a pet does come with a few challenges. But what...
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