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Winter Gardens crowd are wowed by talent at SPAR Lancashire School Games Dance Finals
A large crowd of 1,200 at Blackpool’s Winter Gardens were left wowed by the talent and technique on show in the SPAR Lancashire School Games Dance Finals. Twenty-six schools from across Lancashire took to the stage to demonstrate their flair and finesse in a series of...
SPAR reports growth of 3.3% as global retail sales reach €41.2 billion
SPAR, the world’s largest food retail voluntary chain, has seen annual retail sales break the €40 billion mark for the first time, today reporting global sales revenue of €41.2 billion for the year ending December 31st, 2021. The figures represent a 3.3% year-on-year...
SPAR celebrates National Vegetarian Week with visits to Cumbria and Lancashire schools
Children at primary schools in Cumbria and Lancashire learned about fresh food and the importance of a balanced diet during SPAR’s National Vegetarian Week celebrations. Wilf Whittle, Fresh Food Trading Manager at James Hall & Co. Ltd, SPAR UK’s North of England...
James Hall & Co. Ltd expands its greener fleet with purchase of new Volvo tractor units
James Hall & Co. Ltd has continued its drive away from fossil fuels with the addition of three new greener Volvo tractor units to its fleet. The new Volvo Euro 6 tractor units are the first equipped with an Ecodrive refrigeration system to be introduced to James...
SPAR own label expands for summer BBQs
Leading symbol group SPAR has launched a variety of own label products to maximise this summer’s great opportunity. The SPAR Brand range is set to boost independent retailer’s sales this summer and take advantage of BBQ and alfresco eating, picnics, days out and Bank...
SPAR steps in to support Millom Striders 10k Race and Family Fun Run
SPAR has stepped in to sponsor the upcoming Millom Striders 10K Lighthouse Road Race and Family Fun Run event taking place this month. Runners from right across Cumbria and beyond are expected to line up in Millom for the start of the event on Sunday 29th May – the...
SPAR Lancashire School Games baton relay roars into Burnley
The SPAR Lancashire School Games baton has reached Burnley this week and had a roaring start as schoolchildren from St Stephen’s CE Primary School were joined by a tiger mascot. In its 15th year of sponsorship by SPAR, the Lancashire School Games 2022 is the first...
SPAR launches a UK wide £100k Community Cashback scheme
Leading convenience symbol group SPAR has launched a new £100k Community Cashback scheme which will give grants to local voluntary or community organisations and charities who need it most. Launching today, 14 April, shoppers from all over the UK can apply for a grant...
Family fun day adds to celebrations as Mayor opens James Hall & Co. Ltd’s new Bacup SPAR store
A family fun day has added a celebratory feel to the launch week of a new SPAR convenience store in Bacup. The Mayor of Rossendale Cllr Jackie Oakes cut the ribbon to officially declare the new 3,000 sq. ft. SPAR and Shell branded forecourt open on Thursday. Residents...
Health and Safety Officer at James Hall & Co. Ltd named a Lancashire Apprentice of the Year
A Health and Safety Officer at James Hall & Co. Ltd has been named as an Apprentice of the Year at the Lancashire Apprenticeship Awards 2022. Paul Coward, 47, was crowned winner of the Higher or Degree Apprentice of the Year category at a highly competitive...
Blackpool hosts first indoor athletics events in three years as SPAR Lancashire School Games continue
A fusion of fantastic athletics, fun and teamwork were at the centre of the SPAR Lancashire School Games primary and secondary school indoor sports hall athletics competitions. Blackpool Sports Centre hosted the events this month for the first time in three years due...
James Hall & Co. Ltd celebrates National Careers Week 2022
Welcoming four new T Level starters and engaging with colleges on career opportunities are just two of the ways James Hall & Co. Ltd is celebrating National Careers Week 2022. Four Digital T Level students from Cardinal Newman College in Preston have now started...