Sponsors

North Devon+ would like to thank the following sponsors for their part in the North Devon Awards.

Their commitment to North Devon+ and the local area is really important to all those who work and live here.

Please take a moment to visit their websites to see how they can help you…

	Evans Transport - www.evanstransport.co.uk Evans Transport Ltd, brings you efficiency, reliability and competitive rates. Offering an all year round, nationwide, service from three depots, Birmingham, Exeter and our head office in Barnstaple, North Devon. With a versatile modern fleet of 120 vehicles, Evans Transport Ltd has the ability to meet most of your requirements in a professional manner.
	North Devon Journal - www.thisisnorthdevon.co.uk The North Devon Journal has been a sponsor of the food and drink awards for three years now, and is keen to support quality, local businesses and organisations that promote North Devon both to other residents and to visitors.
	Salt Media - www.saltmedia.co.uk Food is the leading food and drink magazine in the South West. Published every two months, food is crammed full of news, features, recipes, reviews and guides to the best food, drink and accommodation in the Westcountry. There is a magazine dedicated to Devon, one for Cornwall, and another for Somerset, Bath and Bristol so pick one up free from the best restaurants, cafes, foodie hotels, farmers' markets, delis and specialist food and drink shops.
	NatWest – www.natwest.com NatWest Business Banking offer dedicated Business Managers to support your business and help it expand. We offer an extensive branch network and provide service offerings to ensure you banking requirements are met. With a wide variety of products and service we are able to offer business solutions to any aspect of a business from asset finance to employment law advice.
	Maynard Johns – www.maynardjohns.co.uk Based on family values, Maynard Johns is definitely not your run of the mill accountants. Our approach is an open and honest method of explaining your accounts and business issues face to face, in a jargon-free style, which sets us apart from other accountants. Whether you require straight forward tax advice, regular book-keeping assistance, accounts preparation, or a full ‘virtual’ Finance Director with regular management reports and business reviews, talk to us first for an all round service that puts you in control. You will receive personal attention to your particular needs, tailored to your own unique criteria.
	Business Link - www.businesslinksw.co.uk Business Link provides help for people starting, running and growing businesses. It is simple to use, delivers relevant and practical information and links you to a massive range of expertise. Whether you’re starting, running or growing a business we’ll provide you with free help to deal with any issues and improve your business’s performance. We’ll provide fast, relevant information on legislation, managing people, increasing sales and reducing costs - and we’ll provide a link to the right support.
	Farm & Cottage Holidays - www.holidaycottages.co.uk Farm & Cottage Holidays offer a superb collection of Holiday Cottages throughout Devon, Cornwall, Somerset & Dorset. All of our properties are personally inspected and can be viewed on our website where you can browse availability and book online.We have a wide range of properties to choose from in a variety of coastal and rural locations and if you can't find exactly what you want our bookings team are on hand to other expert advice and recommendations.
	Woolacombe Holiday Cottages - www.woolacombe-cottages.co.uk Woolacombe Cottages is a small family run business whose aim is to ensure you have a wonderful holiday with us. We will be on hand whenever you need us to offer our local knowledge to help you experience all the hidden depths of this unspoilt corner of Devon. As a customer you’ll benefit from many discounts from local shops & attractions, including surf clothing , surf hire & horse riding.
	Visit Devon (DMO) – www.destination-devon.com Visit Devon is the new marketing body responsible for selling Devon to the world. It is Devon’s Destination Management Organisation (DDMO), and its aim is simple – to increase the number of visitors to Devon and the amount of money spent here by promoting the county as a year round quality visitor destination. Tourism is a key driver of the regional economy and annually we welcome 45m visitors spending £2bn in an industry that supports over 41,000 jobs.
	Dartington Crystal - www.dartington.co.uk The Dartington factory based in Great Torrington, North Devon is home to the only remaining large scale production of crystal and glass in the UK. As such it allows you to watch some of the most skilled craftsmen and women creating things of real beauty and ultimate function. There are also other activities in our Visitor Centre to be enjoyed, such as glass blowing, hand casting, glass painting and jewellery making. Complete the day by strolling through the factory shops and picking up some fantastic bargains.
	Envision - www.envisionsw.org.uk Envision is the South West environmental business support programme helping businesses across the region to save money on energy, waste, water and transport and grow in the new low carbon economy. In the last five years the partnership has worked with over 2,200 companies on carbon management, resource efficiency and sustainable construction as well as providing access to training and workshops, saving them over £9 million. Global Action Plan, a key partner of Envision, delivers the programme in Devon, Dorset and Somerset. Global Action Plan is a national environmental charity specialising in tackling climate change and works with businesses, individuals and communities
	Tarka Springs - www.tarkasprings.co.uk
	Hancock's Devon Cider - www.hancockscider.co.uk Hancocks Devon Cider is a family run business and we pride ourselves in Producing Traditional Devon Cider. The Hancock family has been making traditional Devon cider for over 100 years, with recipes and skills being handed down for over five generations. Whether you’re a cider drinker or just wanting to find an alternative to your usual tipple, why not try Hancocks Devon Cider.