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Pat Churchward from Brinsop Court says, “Everyone loves a Party! And Brinsop really does make the perfect place to celebrate! These will be fabulous evenings, we are determined to make them so – Fizz, Fun and Fireworks – what could be better?!” Guests will be transported to a magical winter wonderland from the moment they enter the estate. Hosted in their new event space, The Knot, the evening will begin with fizz and canapes before everyone sits down for a delicious three-course dinner (with half a bottle of wine each). As guests relax over coffee, a magician will provide entertainment before the DJ takes to the decks. The Friday evening will also feature a magnificent fireworks finale. The Knot Barn is a traditionally built oak barn, originally used for Countryfile Live, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the fantastic Herefordshire countryside and of course a well-stocked feature bar (and extensive cocktail menu). The space will be decked out with Christmas trees and stylish decorations. It is the perfect place to celebrate the season! Brinsop Court is usually only available on an exclusive-use basis for weddings, corporate retreats and large group holidays. During its history, many fascinating guests have enjoyed spending time here including: William Wordsworth, Noel Coward and Stephen Hawking. Brinsop’s Christmas parties will run from 7pm to midnight. Tickets are sold per table of 10 (other numbers can be accommodated) and cost £75 per person for the 12 & 14 December and £85 per person for the 16th (with fireworks finale). Accommodation is available from £105 for a single, £155 for a Superking.

Worcestershire County Council has announced organisations and businesses can gain free access to their Decarbonisation Portal. The portal helps make recording and tracking carbon emissions easier and allows you to create your net zero roadmap. It’s completely free and easy to use and on boarding support to get you started is provided.

Ability to actively track carbon spending and saving over a period Ability to determine a baseline for carbon emissions and benchmark Personalised downloadable reports Support from climate scientists The portal will help you to build resilience to an ever-changing customer and regulatory landscape. Consumers and suppliers are demanding climate action, make sure you get ahead!

For further information, please visit www.worcestershire.gov.uk/ decarbonisation_portal.

This project is funded via the UK Community Renewal Fund.

The council also have other support and grant funding opportunities to help boost your business’ sustainability practices, to learn more, visit www. worcestershire.gov.uk/BusinessSupport.