Whether you are a startup business or been running one for while, you might be coming to the point where the next step is to get yourself a brick and mortar shop. There's always a lot to consider when thinking about getting your own premises, so always make sure this is 100% the right decision for your business. We have found some great little units that could work out as the perfect shop for you, in the Barnsley town centre. Take a look at these...



 

Formally K.T's, this unit is down the Victorian Arcade where there's already a good footfall of customers to neighbouring shops. It has a ground floor shop and a first floor storage space. See more info about it here:

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Based on Doncaster Road near the Barnsley Antiques and a few bridal shops, this formally Private shop consists of a ground floor space and storage to the back. See more info below:

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If a shop on a busy main road is what you are looking for, this end terrace shop on Sheffield Road near the Alhambra Roundabout is available with ground floor shop, first floor offices and basement storage. See more about it here:

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If full front window displays is what you're looking for, this shop on Eldon Street North is up for sale, formally a bank society unit. This is a two storey end terrace shop with offices above and a basment. See more about it here:

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This shop is right next to a busy cafe and the Barnsley College on Church Street, formally a bridal shop with a front and rear room. More info below:

www.wilbys.net/property/details-3367

 

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Marie Blanche Bridal is a local business celebrating plus size wedding dresses and is having their first year anniversary in April. To commemorate this, they will be putting on a bridal show inside the Barnsley Metrodome on Sunday the 9th of April from 4pm onwards. We are looking for plus size models to wear some beautiful dresses. See below for the individual information and you can use the contact form or email directly to hannah456@hotmail.com if you are interested in having your details passed on. Visit Marie Blanche Bridal here www.marieblanchebridal.co.uk

This will be a great opportunity to anyone that wants to gain some experience and exposure whilst having fun along the way. No previous experience is necessary for any of the below requirements, just to have confidence and interest in what you're doing.



Models:

• Plus size models are required to walk in the bridal gowns and accessories.


• Over 5"4 in height


• Sizes 14 to 26


• Ages early to mid 20's


• No previous experience necessary

 

Bridal Related Businesses:

There will be goody bags handed out to all attendees and they are looking for local bridal related businesses who would like to put business cards/small items in them for the small charge of £5 for 100 to 120 business cards.



Attendees:

Tickets are already on sale if you would love to attend this show yourself, the show is set to be in the Rigby Suite and the tickets are just £5 and entitles you to a 10% discount voucher on it. You will also receive a free goody bag and have the chance of entering a competition at the event with prizes being a tiara, hampers and more. You can visit the Facebook event page here www.facebook.com/events/1822518038036664

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Something New Wedding Specialists is an amazing local business that creates bridesmaids dresses, flower girls, as well as wedding decor, chair covers and so much more! This is our second Barnsley Fashion Creatives project and are planning to do a photoshoot of their beautiful bridesmaid dresses and flower girls. We are looking for some local businesses to help us out and a couple of models. This is an unpaid shoot but all involved will receive copies of the photos to use however you like. This is set to be on Monday the 20th of February and must be available all day.

If you are a local business that is also looking to connect with others in a fun project, get in touch with us to see how we can help you out.

The Brief By: Something New - Wedding Specialists (Website)

Location: TBC, will have both indoor & outdoor shots and will be in the Barnsley area

Date: Monday 20th February (Half Term Week)

Theme: Bridal Style, Fun, Happy Times, Colourful, Girly

Check this Pinterest Board for our Inspiration:

uk.pinterest.com/laurafletcher88/photoshoot-ideas

Models:

• 2x female models


• sizes 8-10


• Ages 21+


• Preferably 1 brunette and 1 blonde


• No previous experience necessary

Photographer:

• Previous wedding photography experience is beneficial


• To shoot in an outdoor and indoor location


• Wedding style themed shoot

 

If you would like to be put forward to be involved in this project, please use the contact form at the top or email directly to hannah456@hotmail.com with your information, any relevant experiences and links to any work (if applicable), quoting BFC Project.

 

Team Activ is a local company based in the Digital Media Centre and provide activities for businesses, education and the community. In conjunction with Penistone Grammar School, from January they will be running an after school club with them and are looking for arts & crafts tutors to deliver classes over a 12 week block. Read more about Team Activ here www.teamactiv.org

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If you have a craft or skill in the creative subjects and can be taught in a school environment, then you would be perfect! Here are the finer details about it.

Where: Penistone Grammar School / Club Programme

When: 3-5pm 1 day a week (to suit your availability) w/c 09.01.17 for 12 weeks and w/c 27.02.17 for 12 weeks.

Rates: £10-£20 p/h dependent on qualifications and experience.

Looking for: Any teachable craft skills such as: Fine Art, Sewing, 3D crafts, Textiles and more...

If this sounds of interest to you please contact us through the contact form at the top of the page, or email directly to hannah456@hotmail.com with your qualifications and experience and which day would be most suitable to you. We will pass your details on and you should be contacted by a Team Activ member.