Newbridge Chamber Website

Welcome to our 'Affinity Network' where Newbridge Chamber members can avail of exclusive discounted offers.

Be a part of one of Ireland's great sporting venues! Membership to The Curragh Racecourse for 2011 includes admission to all 18 race days from March to October and over 60 free race days at reciprocal meetings at other Irish and international racecourses. Exclusive facilities for members have been substantially improved at the racecourse this year, while additional benefits including the opportunity to take part in a variety of visits to places of interest have brought great added value to their membership package. Designated car parking and a variety of special offers, discounts and promotions throughout the year are also included. Premier membership offers a designated seat overlooking the racecourse and a complimentary race card for all race days included in the package.

A great local day out is The Newbridge Community Festival Family Race Day which takes place on Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May 2011. Other highlights include the Abu Dhabi Irish Guineas Festival 21^st and 22^nd May, Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Festival 24^th to 26^th June, Darley Irish Oaks weekend 16^th and 17^th July and the Autumn Festival of Racing featuring The Irish Field St Leger on 10^th and 11^th September. For ticket bookings and information on dining and hospitality see www.curragh.ie

Premier Member €320 (includes designated premier level seat and complimentary race days for all race days)
Special Chamber Member offer €290

Contact details: Evan Arkwright, Commercial Manager, Curragh Racecourse, The Curragh, Co. Kildare. Tel: 045 441205. Email: info@curragh.ie Website: www.curragh.ie

Falcondale Properties Ltd.

Falcondale Properties Ltd. was established in Newbridge, Co. Kildare in 1994 and is now one of the largest Property Management Companies in County Kildare. Led by Alan Nolan, they also manage developments in Counties Carlow, Dublin and Laois on behalf of Management Companies comprising Commercial, Industrial, Retail & Residential interests.

As an investor/owner, it’s a comfort to know that professionals who understand the day-to-day business of Property Management look after your property. Effective Block Management protects the fabric of your investment by ensuring that those areas held in common with fellow investors are properly maintained, insured and secured at all times.

Falcondale Properties Ltd. also offers a full Letting Service and guarantee to take the hassle out of renting. Once you’ve placed you property in the best hands in the business you can feel free to concentrate on the good things in life! At Falcondale Properties they believe in looking after their clients; their friendly and professional staff are always at your disposal to discuss your on-going or changing requirements, whether it’s a consultation with their Property Investment Advisor or an introductory meeting with the Lettings team.

For further information, please contact Alan Nolan, Falcondale Properties Ltd., Main Street, Newbridge, Co Kildare. Tel: 045 438808 Fax: 045 438809

Fitzgibbon McGinley Architects are a Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Architectural Practice, based in Tougher’s Business Park on the outskirts of Naas, Co. Kildare. The company was set up in 2006 by Architects Barry Fitzgibbon and Gabriel McGinley. In addition to the standard Architectural Services, the firm is also a registered Architectural Conservation Practice, and between the two directors they have over 30 years experience of working on a wide variety of projects and sectors. The good news for Chamber members is that Barry and Gabriel are offering fellow members a free initial consultation, so if you have a need why not call them to arrange a meeting? It could be the best step you take for that project you have in mind!

The practice provides a Client focused, design led, environmentally responsible and professional service to a wide range of private, commercial and institutional Clients. One or both directors are directly involved in all projects at all times, with a professional approach at the core of the business. Barry and Gabriel provide a high quality design orientated professional service, to produce high quality end buildings and value for money. All projects are developed on the basis of a thorough analysis of Client aspirations and requirements, project timeframe and cost requirements. They are committed to the delivery of innovative, responsive design solutions that respond to their Clients' needs.

Planning Consultancy, Feasibility Studies, Conservation Reports & Assessments, Conservation Grant Applications, Project Supervisor Design Process (P.S.D.P.), Concept Design, Detailed Design Solutions, Planning Applications, Fire Safety Certificate Applications, Tender Preparations, Contractor Assessment & Appointment, Project Management, Cost Control and Reporting, Opinions on Compliance, Expert Advice, Professional Witness, Property Inspections, Snag Lists and Stage Inspections.

Contact details: Barry Fitzgibbon or Gabriel McGinley, Fitzgibbon McGinley Architects Ltd., First Floor, Unit W1G, Tougher's Business Park, Naas, Co. Kildare.

Healing Hands Clinic is run by Complimentary Care Therapy Specialist Bernadette Doyle. To celebrate her new location, Bernadette is offering fellow Chamber members a 10% discount on your treatments! With over 15 years’ experience, she is highly qualified in her areas of interest and particular specialty, which include:

Healing Hands Clinic provides a relaxed, calm environment where privacy and confidentiality can be assured at all times. Bernadette offers both day and evening appointments and free parking is provided.

Contact details: Bernadette Doyle, Healing Hands Clinic, Moorefield Business Centre, Moorefield Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Tel: 086 3893413 Email: relaxing33@gmail.com

Mobile Phone Specialists is a well established business, in existence since 1992, now with four shops throughout Co. Kildare; located in Newbridge, Naas, Athy & Maynooth.

The Newbridge branch also has a Nokia Repair centre which repairs all makes & models of Nokia phones. The owner, Newbridge native Paul Duane, has persuaded Christine Kelly, Area Sales Manager to make a special offer available to fellow Newbridge Chamber members!

Contact Christine Kelly, Mobile Phone Specialists, Main Street, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Tel: 087 6290033. Fax: 045 - 433720. Email: mobiles@mprs.iol.ie

20% off admission tickets for Newbridge Chamber members when bought in advance!

Newbridge Greyhound Stadium is an enviable facility for us to have in our midst! Besides the exciting regular greyhound racing on offer two nights per week – on Fridays and Saturdays - it also has a restaurant and bars on site open on these nights to complement the racing experience, with evening packages to suit everyone’s taste and budget.

Are your staff or clients due a night out? Why not keep your spend in the local economy and make it an enjoyable and convenient night with a difference for all involved. And if you are a Newbridge Chamber member you get 20% discount on any admission tickets bought in advance of the night’s racing! Regular adult admission is €10 and food packages start from as little as €13.50 up to €32.50 (including admission).

Many organisations choose a ‘Night at the Dogs’ to fundraise for their cause; including charities, clubs, schools etc. The stadium is also available for hire throughout the week as a stand alone venue for meetings, conferences and other events.

10% off to Newbridge Chamber Members!
Privateseller.ie assists sellers to sell their homes and property privately for a flat fee, saving you thousands on commission. It is the largest dedicated private sales site in Ireland achieving over 1 million hits in one month alone.

With Privateseller.ie it couldn’t be easier or more profitable to sell your property privately.

The seller receives a “for-sale” board and “Sold” stickers and a website listing, with up to 6 photos, on the Privateseller.ie site until sold. You will have access to your own account allowing you to amend or edit details at any time. You will also have access to the support and advice of the Privateseller.ie team. The cost for this option is €190.00.

Privateseller.ie provides a full-service option for sellers. An associate will visit the client on-site, give you advice about presenting your property for sale and about showing and selling your home. The Privateseller.ie associate will take photos and details for your website listing and provide you with your “for-sale” board and “Sold” stickers. Your property remains on the Privateseller.ie site until sold. You and your associate will have access to your own account and you or your associate(on your behalf) may amend or edit details at any time. The cost for this option is €390.00.

Following on from their success in assisting individual sellers to sell their properties privately Privateseller.ie is now providing a new service for developers wishing to sell directly to buyers. This service is customised to the needs of the developer and costed transparently, saving developers thousands on commission.

Members of Newbridge Chamber will receive a 10% discount on the above options.

Shades & Shapes Hair Design

Loyalty Card for Newbridge Chamber members!

Shades & Shapes Hair Design was established in 1991 and has become one of the leading hair companies in Kildare. Owned and run by sisters Aileen & Tracey Maher, Shades & Shapes Hair Design offers a full range of hairdressing services and also specialises in hair extensions and ‘wedding packages’. Director Aileen Maher is also artistic stylist to the Irish Wedding Diary, with her work having reached 5 consecutive front covers of this prestigious magazine.

In March 2009, Shades & Shapes Hair Design was delighted to introduce a Newbridge Chamber Loyalty Card, which entitles all Chamber members to 10% off all of their services, together with some little ‘treats’ on a regular basis (i.e. complimentary conditioning treatments, blowdrys etc.). If any member requires additional cards for management or staff, please do not hesitate to contact Tracey or Aileen at Shades & Shapes Hair Design.

Shades & Shapes Hair Academy was established in 2004, and is the only private hairdressing school outside of Dublin in the whole of Leinster. The Academy has been recognised nationally for its high training standards, with a former student winning IHF Trainee Hairdresser of the Year.

Contact details: Aileen & Tracey Maher, Shades n Shapes, Units 4 & 5, George's St., Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Tel: 045 432888/ 434995.

Email: snshairdesign@eircom.net

Sharkx Family Recreation Centre

“Buy One Hour, Get the 2^nd Free!” if you're a Newbridge Chamber member

The offer is valid for Newbridge Chamber members on snooker, pool, table tennis and gaming at the recently established Sharkx! Their slogan “When you need a break” focuses on a relaxing and fun environment for people of all ages. While there you can also enjoy some refreshments in the coffee shop and avail of their internet facilities or perhaps some online gaming. A great hit with young and old, Ross & Clara run tournaments of all types during the day and in the evenings resulting in the creation of a great new social outlet for Newbridge residents and visitors.

Call in and see for yourself, the high class facilities provided. For more info check out their facebook page and add: Sharkx Newbridge.

Contact Details: Ross & Clara Traynor, Sharkx, Henry St. , Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Tel: 045 488088 E-mail:sharkx.newbridge@gmail.com Visit:sharksnewbridge.blogspot.com

SwiftSupplies

10% off all stationery items for Newbridge Chamber members

SwiftSupplies are low cost providers of Printer Cartridges and general Office Stationery. With over 30,000 items available and a free delivery service, SwiftSupplies guarantee to beat all others on price but also to provide an unparalled level of service.

From Pens and Paper to Printers and Projectors, along with both the “Original” and alternative branded cost-effective inks, SwiftSupplies are your one stop provider for all things office related. So what are you waiting for? Phone, e-mail or call into Mark Lynch today and start saving PLUS get your Affinity Network 10% off on top of that! Further details are available on: www.swiftsupplies.ie

Contact details: Mark Lynch, SwiftSupplies, Moorefield Road, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Tel: 045 394575. Fax: 045 456654. Email: mark@swiftsupplies.ie

The 2C Company helps leaders and teams deliver the results required by their stakeholders. They design and implement unique events in leadership, teamwork and performance processes where you will change habits and behaviour, using research and theory in a practical way.

· By providing custom-designed workshops for
- teams: established or newly formed
- individuals and leaders from different teams

· By providing one to one advice, guidance, mentoring and coaching to individual members and leaders of teams.

Their solution-focused thinking systems can help people, teams and organisations make a difference, by:

Today, MD, gifted facilitator Noel Caffrey, is harnessing his extensive experience and consummate skill as a dynamic coach and motivator, to help people who really want to make a difference, but who are held back - by circumstance, by resources, or self-belief and self-limiting thoughts.

Together, through customised design of meetings, workshops and training that’s as unique as you are, you can realise the achievement of your goals and say ‘I made the difference there’. You’ll work better, be more effective, get more done with less wasted time and be prepared for tomorrow’s work. You will understand and learn how you can make a difference using existing resources to better effect. And to top all that, if you're a member of Newbridge Chamber Noel will give you 15% off any local projects undertaken! What are you waiting for?

Contact details: Noel Caffrey, Managing Director, The 2C Company, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Tel. 045 487694 / 087 2424 771. Email: noelcaffrey@the2ccompany.com