Monthly Archives: April 2019

Recently we had the pleasure of hosting a cooking course in our Llantrisant store, showcasing all Weber barbeque products. Hosted by American chef Shane who was trained by Le Cordon Bleu school in San Francisco, members of the public were treated to a 3-hour interactive course where they learnt how to make 7 separate dishes, all on BBQs. Here, we have highlighted the main tips and tools needed to recreate these recipes so you can make them yourself at home. First, you need to know the 3 Golden…

Eco-living is becoming more and more popular with people becoming aware and more engaged with the needs of our planet. Making a conscious effort to lead a more sustainable lifestyle can have a real impact on reducing the effects of climate change and species extinction. There are so many ways you can change your lifestyle, from changing the way we eat, to changing the way we buy and every smaller change in between. In light of the recent Earth Day event on April 22nd, which is held each year to…

We have some exciting news! On the 5th April 2019, the Finance Awards Wales were held at Cardiff's City Hall; an event which was attended by over 400 people. We are proud to say that we, Leekes Retail and Leisure Group, were awarded Medium/Large Finance Team of the Year, beating 3 other competitors. Feedback from the judges included exceptionally positive comments about how our finance team were able to successfully manage and deal with complex issues across all of our businesses including our stores,…

Your garden or outdoor space doesn't have to be abandoned when the sun goes down. By adding clever lighting solutions to the exterior of your home you can make the most of your outside space. There are plenty of ways and spaces where you can place outdoor lighting, from your house exterior walls to the trees and anywhere in between. Here we offer you the best ways to illuminate your garden to make it an extension of your home.   Wall lights The easiest way to light up your garden is to invest…

Your duvet cover can change the look and feel of your bedroom in an instant. It can add a whole new personality to your room, making it cosy, bright or bold. But, most importantly it can make your bed look 100% more comfortable. Plus, there's no better feeling than getting into bed with new crisp clean bedding. Whatever you are looking for our new season bedding offers a range of styles and designs, all perfect for a new spring look. Sophie Allport Sophie Allport's range of bedding is the epitome…

Need some inspiration for your garden furniture this year? With summer just around the corner, we have picked some of our best lines for you to create the perfect garden space to entertain and relax. Whether you are having a total revamp, or just want to add to what you currently have, read on to find your new garden furniture addition. Hartman Titan Range The big trend for 2019 is aluminium. Set to be a best seller, the clean, sleek lines of the  Hartman Titan outdoor corner set will look…

With the changing seasons comes a wealth of interior inspiration. Here at Leekes Melksham we have been busy preparing the store for the new season ahead, visit us in store today to be inspired by our exciting new displays and studios. New Libra Studio Create a truly unique interior with the help of our new Libra studio. The company began when founders Joe and Christine McLaughlin departed on a three year journey which would take them via Portugal to Afghanistan, Pakistan, India and finally to…

With the changing seasons comes a wealth of interior inspiration. Here at Leekes Cross Hands we have been busy preparing the store for the new season ahead, visit us in store today to be inspired by our exciting new displays and studios. Extended furniture floor Update your look this spring with our new furniture ranges. Our newly extended furniture floor includes the latest designs from Leading Brands including our new Alexander & James Studio. Each Alexander & James sofa is hand crafted…