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A Project at the Heart of a Community

February 22, 2021 News, Public, Time

At the end of November last year our team helped to complete an important community led project which highlighted just what can be achieved when people come together and make a collective effort. We were commissioned by Horsefair & Proud, a committee that promotes and champions the Horsefair area of Kidderminster, to create a replica of the original pillar clock which was constructed in 1912 in honour of local businessman & councillor Fred Oakes and stood outside The Old Peacock public house until its removal in 1969. It was hoped that the original would be restored but no record of…

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A restoration project filled with nostalgia for Dundee residents

February 15, 2021 News, Public, Uncategorized

When jeweller Chisholm Hunter opened their Dundee boutique in early 2020 in the vacant H Samuel premises, they promised to restore a clock that holds a special place in the hearts and minds of local residents. The clock projects out above the corner of High Street and Reform Street, which is a famed meeting point for couples on first dates. Unfortunately, it is also a spot where many individuals have been stood up, earning it the nickname of ‘Duffer’s Corner!’ Together with the Dundee Historic Environment Trust, Chisholm Hunter enlisted Smith of Derby to restore the clock to its former…

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Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 8th-14th February 2021

February 8, 2021 Uncategorized

Today marks the start of the 14th annual National Apprenticeship Week. A celebration that puts a spotlight on the value that apprenticeships and training have for businesses across all sectors, for communities, and for the economy. At Smith of Derby we are extremely proud, not only of the award-winning apprenticeship scheme we have been running for the last six years – in partnership with Learning Unlimited, but also of our successful links with local learning establishments, the University of Derby and the JCB Academy. We have been able to strengthen our team thanks to our ambitious apprenticeship scheme and the…

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