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At Blumilk, our success is built on the people who shape it. This year, we’re celebrating Wendy Robson, our Studio Director, as she marks an incredible 18 years with us.
From starting as a Senior Creative in 2007 to becoming a shareholder and key part of our leadership team, Wendy has played a pivotal role in shaping Blumilk’s creative direction. We sat down with her to reflect on her career, her passion for design, and why she’s stayed with Blumilk for nearly two decades.
Q&A with Wendy
Tell us a bit about your experience before joining Blumilk.
After university, I worked at IKEA in their communications department, managing store signage and supporting new store builds across the UK. From there, I moved into print design, working at a printing company where I learned the full process – from concept to print production.
I later joined a packaging agency in Northumberland before coming to Blumilk in 2007. Having worked in both large corporations and small agencies, Blumilk offered the best of both worlds – a strong team culture with the opportunity to make a real impact.
What initially attracted you to Blumilk, and what made you stay for 18 years?
The variety of work. Many designers specialise in one area – branding, packaging, or layout design – but I liked the challenge of working on something different every day.
Blumilk also has a fast-paced environment, which was a big adjustment at first. But once I settled in, I realised that the constant change kept me engaged. I never intended to stay this long, my previous roles lasted around 3–4 years, but I kept learning, growing, and taking on new challenges. There was never a point where I felt like I’d outgrown my role.
You’re now a shareholder and part of Blumilk’s leadership – how has your role evolved?
I started as a Senior Creative, but early on, I saw a gap in how studio work was scheduled and took on more responsibility in that area. Over time, I moved into a management role, mentoring junior creatives and shaping how the team worked together.
A few years ago, Colin and Adam invited me to become a shareholder, which was a really proud moment. After investing so much of my career in the company, it felt like a natural step to take ownership of the work we do.
What do you enjoy most about working with your team?
Everyone brings something different to the table, and I’ve learned a huge amount from the people I’ve worked with over the years. We all have our own skills—whether it’s branding, packaging, web design, or illustration—and we’re always sharing knowledge.
Some design environments can be competitive, but that’s never been the case at Blumilk. It genuinely feels like a team effort.
Any standout moments or favourite projects from the past 18 years?
Illustrating the children’s Christmas books for Alnwick Garden was a highlight—getting to see my work come to life in print and sold in their shop was really rewarding.
Beyond that, I’ve always enjoyed packaging projects and illustration work, as well as pitching for new business (especially when we win!).
How would you sum up Blumilk in three words?
Creative. Trusted. Intelligent.
Thank You, Wendy!
Wendy’s leadership, creativity, and dedication have played a huge role in shaping Blumilk into what it is today. Here’s to 18 years—and whatever comes next!
Want to work somewhere that values creativity and collaboration? We’re always on the lookout for new talent. Keep an eye on our Working at Blumilk or get in touch.
Why Branding Matters
At Blumilk, we know that branding isn’t just about aesthetics – it’s about telling a compelling story that resonates with your audience, builds trust, and drives sustainable growth. With over two decades of experience, we’ve helped clients transform their brands into powerful assets that captivate and engage. Let’s explore 10 reasons you need a rebrand…
Rebrand vs. Refresh – What’s the Difference?
Many businesses face the challenge of deciding between a full rebrand and a brand refresh. A rebrand is a fundamental transformation, often in response to major changes like mergers, shifts in services, or evolving market positions. A brand refresh, on the other hand, modernizes elements like logos, color schemes, and messaging to keep up with current trends while maintaining brand recognition.
If you’re unsure which option is best, our team at Blumilk can help you make strategic, impactful changes that align with your business goals.
10 Reasons You Might Need a Rebrand
If you’re wondering whether your business needs a rebrand, look out for these key signs.
1. Your Brand No Longer Reflects Your Business
As companies evolve, their branding should too. If your visual identity and messaging no longer represent who you are today, a rebrand can realign your image with your current vision and values.
2. You Struggle to Stand Out
In a crowded market, differentiation is key. If your brand looks or sounds too similar to competitors, you might be blending in rather than standing out. A rebrand can redefine your unique value and capture your audience’s attention.
3. Your Visual Identity Feels Outdated
Design trends evolve, and an old-fashioned logo or color palette can make your brand seem behind the times. A modern, refreshed identity can reinvigorate your business and appeal to today’s consumers.
4. You’re Expanding into New Markets
If you’re entering new markets, whether geographically or demographically, your branding needs to adapt. A rebrand ensures your messaging, cultural considerations, and visual identity align with your new audience.
5. Your Messaging Is Inconsistent
If different parts of your business communicate your brand in different ways, it creates confusion. A rebrand helps establish a clear, unified voice across all touchpoints, ensuring consistency in marketing, sales, and customer interactions.
6. Your Customer Base Has Shifted
If your audience has changed but your branding hasn’t, you might be missing out on engagement opportunities. A rebrand can help realign your identity with the customers you want to attract and retain.
7. You Need to Repair Your Reputation
If your business has faced negative press or internal challenges, a well-executed rebrand can help rebuild trust and reshape public perception. A fresh identity can signal a positive shift and a new direction.
8. Mergers or Structural Changes
If you’ve merged with another company or undergone significant structural changes, a rebrand can unify the new entity under a single, cohesive identity, avoiding confusion and reinforcing a clear market position.
9. Your Digital Presence Feels Weak
A strong brand should translate seamlessly across digital platforms. If your branding doesn’t work well on social media, your website, or digital advertising, a rebrand can ensure your online presence is visually and functionally optimized.
10. You’re Not Attracting Top Talent
Branding impacts recruitment, too. A compelling brand identity can position your company as an employer of choice, helping to attract high-caliber talent who align with your values and vision.
Blumilk’s Approach to Rebranding
We take a strategic, client-centric approach to branding, ensuring your new identity is not just visually appealing but also effective. Our services include:
- Brand Identity Development – Creating logos, color palettes, and visuals that encapsulate your brand’s essence.
- Messaging & Tone of Voice – Establishing a consistent communication style that reflects your personality.
- Digital & Web Design – Developing user-friendly websites and assets tailored for modern audiences.
- Campaigns & Content – Designing marketing campaigns that bring your new brand to life.
Let’s Build Something Great
Your brand is often your first impression, and at Blumilk, we’re here to help you create a brand that stands out, connects with your audience, and drives long-term success. Whether you need a full rebrand or a refresh, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
Do any of the reasons you need rebrand sound familiar? Get in touch with Blumilk today.
Client: Scarborough College
Project: The Feathered Fraud
Date: April 1st
The Challenge – A Mischievous Mission
When Scarborough College’s Remco and Kate approached us with what they dubbed the ‘World’s Second Weirdest Brief’ (the first being a request from them to ‘make it more zombie’ a few years prior), we knew we were in for a treat. Their goal? To orchestrate a lighthearted April Fool’s prank that would cause a stir, spark conversation, and showcase the school’s playful spirit.
The concept was simple but brilliant: subtly alter the school crest by replacing the iconic owl with a puffin. The reasoning? A nod to the nearby puffin sanctuary and a fabricated rebrand to align with the local seabird population. It was the perfect blend of believable and absurd – just the right mix for a successful April Fool’s gag.
The Execution – Sneaky, Subtle, and Spectacular
Blumilk’s design team set to work, ensuring the new crest remained faithful to the original while sneaking in the unexpected avian intruder. The result? A polished, professional-looking school crest… with a distinctively beaky twist.
With the visuals locked in, it was time for Scarborough College to unleash the prank. Remco took to LinkedIn with an official-sounding announcement:
“I am absolutely delighted to announce the next bit of exciting news regarding Scarborough College. Following extensive market research and canvassing the opinions of current pupils and their families, the College deemed it appropriate to consider its school crest.”
“Native to Yorkshire, the puffin population, while not officially endangered, is in decline due to overfishing and pollution. By adding the puffin to the College crest, Scarborough College is hoping to raise awareness to the sea parrots’ plight.”
“The Scarborough Owl will adorn the crest until September 2025, after which work will commence on removing the owl from all building work, signage, headed paper, and marketing collateral.”
The Reaction – Ruffling Feathers and Raising Smiles
The post took off, with students, parents, alumni, and staff diving into the comments. Some were in on the joke immediately, while others debated the logistics of a full-scale rebrand. The mix of genuine engagement and lighthearted confusion made for a fantastic response, proving once again that a well-crafted April Fool’s prank can be a fun and effective piece of marketing.
The Takeaway – A Lesson in Playful Branding
The Feathered Fraud was a masterclass in clever, engaging communication. It reinforced Scarborough College’s community spirit, showcased their willingness to have fun, and provided an unforgettable talking point. At Blumilk, we love working with clients who embrace creativity – even when it involves a bit of good-natured trickery.
Here’s to more wonderfully weird briefs in the future! We love a challenge!
Marketing in the education sector presents unique challenges. Schools, colleges, and training providers need to communicate their values, achievements, and offerings effectively to a diverse audience of students, parents, and stakeholders. At Blumilk, we have developed a deep understanding of this landscape, helping institutions craft narratives that drive engagement and success. From strategic rebrands to digital campaigns, our expertise in education marketing is extensive.
Scarborough College – A Bold Rebrand for a Forward-Thinking School
For over ten years, Blumilk has proudly partnered with Scarborough College, a prestigious day and boarding school renowned for its academic excellence and vibrant community. Nestled between the stunning North Yorkshire coastline and picturesque countryside, the school offers an exceptional education to both UK and international students.
Scarborough College approached us with a bold vision – to rebrand the institution in a way that retained its historic prestige while shedding outdated boarding school stereotypes. Our team crafted a modern, image-led brand identity that reflected the school’s inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking ethos. The rebrand extended across the website, prospectus, student welcome packs, and event materials, ensuring a cohesive presence across all touchpoints.
The impact was immediate and measurable:
- A 25% increase in international enrolments at a time when many independent schools were struggling.
- A record-breaking Open Day turnout, thanks to our targeted social media campaign.
- A rise in website and social media enquiries, proving the effectiveness of our digital-first approach.
Following the success of this transformation, we are now developing an all-new website for Scarborough College, reinforcing its position as a beacon of modern education.
Access Training – Powering Skills Development in the North East
Blumilk has been a trusted marketing partner of Access Training, an award-winning training provider based in Gateshead. As part of the University of Sunderland, Access Training delivers apprenticeships and professional development programs tailored to businesses and individuals across the North East.
Our work with Access Training has spanned a variety of projects, including:
- Marketing strategy development to enhance brand positioning and engagement.
- Digital campaigns to increase apprenticeship sign-ups and drive awareness.
- The Sunderland Skills and Inclusion Programme (SSIP) campaign, which exceeded all expectations with:
Our strategic, data-driven marketing has played a key role in growing Access Training’s influence and impact across the region.
Barnardo’s – Elevating Training and Apprenticeship Opportunities
Barnardo’s, one of the UK’s most well-respected charities, has been supporting young people’s education and skills development for over 35 years. When they needed a standalone website to showcase their Employment, Training, and Skills (ETS) courses, they turned to Blumilk.
Through a structured process involving wireframing, UI/UX optimization, and collaborative training sessions, we delivered an engaging, intuitive website that makes it easy for young people to explore training opportunities. Additionally, we designed and implemented targeted digital marketing campaigns to boost apprenticeship applications across the North East, ensuring Barnardo’s continued success in empowering the next generation.
Atomix Educational Trust – A New Identity for a Collaborative Future
Formerly known as Tees Valley Collaboration Trust, Atomix Educational Trust needed a fresh brand identity that reflected its commitment to innovation and collaboration in education. Blumilk guided the trust through a comprehensive rebrand, creating a bold new visual identity and an engaging website that positions Atomix Educational Trust as a leader in multi-academy trust education. This transformation underscores our ability to help educational institutions evolve while maintaining strong core values.
Why Choose Blumilk for Education Marketing?
Education providers work in a fast-moving, competitive sector where reputation, engagement, and digital presence are critical. Our experience across schools, training providers, charities, and multi-academy trusts gives us insights into what works.
At Blumilk, we combine creativity with strategy to:
- Build strong, modern brand identities that resonate with students, parents, and stakeholders.
- Design high-performing websites that improve user experience and increase enquiries.
- Craft targeted marketing campaigns that drive measurable growth and engagement.
- Develop compelling prospectuses and event materials that showcase the best of each institution.
From independent schools like Scarborough College to national charities like Barnardo’s, our results speak for themselves. If you’re looking for a trusted partner to elevate your education brand, Blumilk is here to help.
Ready to transform your education marketing? Let’s talk. Contact Us
At Blumilk, we’re all about creativity, collaboration, and making work a place where people love to be. So, when two of our team members hit the incredible milestone of ten years with us in the last month, we knew we had to celebrate!
Meet James, our Digital Development Manager and mastermind behind our stunning websites and Peter, brilliant Senior Designer – known as ‘The Machine’ here at Blumilk. We caught up with them to reflect on their decade at Blumilk, their favourite moments, and what keeps them inspired.
Hi James
What inspired you to join Blumilk a decade ago?
Before joining Blumilk, I worked as a designer, but I found myself drawn to web development when I realised my web designs weren’t being built the way I envisioned. So, I decided to experiment with frontend development, and it turned out I had a bit of a knack for it. Blumilk felt like the perfect place to develop these skills further, and from there, it’s been a fantastic journey of growth and discovery.
What’s been your favourite website or digital project to work on?
There have been a few standouts! The Explorer’s Road (www.explorersroad.com) project was a big one for me – it was the first time I got to work with several new technologies I had been itching to try. I also really enjoy working with NewcastleGateshead Initiative because they’re a great group of people and always bring exciting projects to the table. Another highlight would be the myYardd app, which was my first dive into iOS and Android development – a completely new challenge that I really enjoyed tackling.
What do you enjoy most about working here?
The work-life balance has been brilliant since day one. It’s a place where you can push yourself professionally while still having time to enjoy life outside of work.
Any standout memories from the past ten years?
COVID was a tough time for everyone, but I’ll always appreciate the incredible support we had during that period. It really showed how strong the team is and how much we all look out for each other.
How would you describe Blumilk in three words?
A great bunch.
Hi Peter
What first brought you to Blumilk ten years ago?
I wanted to push myself, improve my career prospects, and take on new challenges in a larger agency working with high-profile clients. Blumilk felt like the perfect place to do just that.
What’s been your favourite project to work on?
Working on business plans for companies like Western Power Distribution and National Gas Transmission has been a standout experience. These projects have really pushed my skillset, challenged me creatively, and allowed me to refine my approach to complex design work.
What’s the best part about working at Blumilk?
The people I’ve worked with over the years and the opportunities I’ve had to expand my skills. It’s amazing to be part of a company where everyone genuinely cares about each other – not just professionally, but personally too.
Any funny or memorable moments from the past ten years?
Celebrating my 40th birthday at Blumilk was definitely a highlight! I arrived at work to find my desk decorated and was surprised with a cake and a present from the team. I’ve also had the pleasure of meeting so many brilliant people from different backgrounds – some of whom have become lifelong friends.
If you had to sum up Blumilk in three words, what would they be?
Fun, Laughter, Creative.
A Big Thank You!
James and Peter, your dedication, creativity, and enthusiasm have been a huge part of what makes Blumilk such a fantastic place to work. Here’s to another ten years of big ideas, bold designs, and brilliant teamwork!
Want to join a team that’s built to last? We’re always on the lookout for talented people who love what they do. Keep an eye on our careers page or drop us a message!
In travel and tourism, a destination isn’t just a place on a map – it’s a story waiting to be told, an experience waiting to be felt. The strongest destinations don’t just exist; they stand out, creating emotional connections with visitors before they even set foot there. That’s the power of tourism branding.
At Blumilk, we don’t just design logos or pick colour palettes; we craft compelling narratives that turn places into must-visit destinations.
Here’s how we’ve helped iconic locations in the UK establish identities as bold as their histories:
Why Branding Matters in Travel & Tourism
A strong brand in travel and tourism isn’t about decoration – it’s about destination magnetism. The right brand does more than make a place look appealing; it makes it unforgettable. Here’s why it’s crucial:
- Cuts Through the Noise – With thousands of destinations vying for attention, a strong brand gives a place its own voice, helping it stand out in a crowded industry.
- Creates Emotional Connections – People don’t just visit places; they fall in love with them. A great brand captures the feeling of a location, sparking curiosity and excitement.
- Builds a Legacy – Whether it’s a centuries-old castle or a modern nature centre, branding tells a story that lasts, making visitors feel like they’re part of something bigger.
Bringing Destinations to Life – Blumilk’s Travel & Tourism Branding
We’ve had the privilege of working with some of the UK’s most breathtaking destinations – crafting brands that capture their spirit, their stories, and their unique appeal.
The Sill – Where Nature and People Connect
As the UK’s National Landscape Discovery Centre, The Sill in Northumberland is a gateway to the great outdoors. But how do you brand nature? You don’t. You amplify it.
We designed a brand that reflects the wild, untamed beauty of Northumberland while making nature feel welcoming and accessible. The result? A visual and verbal identity that inspires people to step outside, explore, and reconnect with the landscapes around them.
Bamburgh Castle – Branding the Real Last Kingdom
Bamburgh Castle isn’t just a landmark – it’s a legend. With over 3,000 years of history, it needed a brand that honoured its past while capturing the thrill of stepping into a real-life fortress.
We created a branding approach that blends epic storytelling, rich heritage, and modern engagement, making Bamburgh not just a place to visit, but a place to experience. Now, every piece of marketing – from signage to social media – feels as grand as the castle itself.
The Alnwick Garden – A Living, Breathing Brand
The Alnwick Garden isn’t your typical garden – it’s a place where botanics meet imagination. From the awe-inspiring Grand Cascade to the infamous Poison Garden, every element is designed to surprise and delight.
Our job? To develop brand guidelines that ensure every touchpoint – from digital presence to on-site experiences – felt as innovative and immersive as the garden itself. Because branding isn’t just about consistency; it’s about storytelling.
Union Chain Bridge – A Brand That Spans Generations
Some tourism brands don’t just sell a place; they preserve its legacy. The Union Chain Bridge – a vital link between England and Scotland – was undergoing a major restoration, and we were tasked with ensuring its story was just as strong as its engineering.
Our branding work positioned the bridge not just as a piece of history but as a symbol of connection, innovation, and cross-border heritage. Through signage, storytelling, and visual identity, we ensured the bridge’s brand was as powerful as its structure.
Building Destinations That Last
A strong brand in travel and tourism does more than attract visitors – it transforms places into experiences. At Blumilk, we specialise in turning locations into living, breathing brands that inspire, engage, and endure.
Whether it’s a castle, a nature centre, a garden, or a historic bridge, our approach remains the same; we bring places to life.
Ready to create tourism branding as unforgettable as your destination? Let’s talk. Contact Us
For over 25 years, Blumilk has been at the forefront of crafting regulatory reports and annual reviews that don’t just inform – they engage. With more than 10,000 completed projects for over 400 clients, we’ve mastered the art of turning compliance and data into stories that resonate with stakeholders.
Whether you’re in utilities, tourism, education, or beyond, our approach combines creativity, precision, and a deep understanding of your audience. Here’s how Blumilk ensures your reports are more than just tick-box exercises – they’re powerful tools for communication and connection.
Why Choose Blumilk for Your Regulatory Reports?
Experience You Can Trust
When it comes to regulatory and financial reporting, the stakes are high. Missing a deadline or delivering unclear messaging can have serious consequences. Blumilk’s expertise spans decades, regulators, and industries. We’ve supported independent statutory bodies like CCW, a large electricity distribution network like National Grid Electricity Distribution, and community-driven organisations like Newcastle United Foundation.
Our team knows the pressures involved, and our collaborative approach ensures your report not only meets compliance requirements but also aligns with your brand and engages your audience.
Tailored Solutions for Every Sector
Blumilk’s versatility allows us to adapt to the unique needs of different industries:
- Utilities: From pricing business plans for Ofwat to vulnerability and sustainability reports, we’re deeply experienced in regulatory submissions. Our partnership with Northumbrian Water showcased our ability to deliver a 1,000-page document, complete with infographics and a microsite, within a compressed timeline.
- Not For Profit: Working with Newcastle United Foundation, we developed an interactive annual review filled with vibrant infographics and compelling visuals, paired with a microsite that brought their achievements to life.
- Corporate: For CCW, we’ve created bilingual reports in English and Welsh, showcasing their achievements with bright, engaging designs that stand out.
Our Approach to Regulatory and Annual Reporting
Discovery and Strategy
We begin by diving deep into your objectives, audience, and regulatory requirements. This ensures your report isn’t just compliant – it’s strategic, delivering your key messages with clarity and impact.
Visual Story Telling
From infographics to custom illustrations, we transform key data into visuals that inform and engage. For example, in our work with Northumbrian Water, we designed 120 infographics and 50 custom graphs to simplify complex information for diverse audiences.
Interactivity
Digital-first approaches allow us to add elements like clickable tables of contents, interactive graphs, and embedded videos. For Newcastle United Foundation, these features turned their report into an immersive experience, accessible to stakeholders at every level.
End-to-End Support
From content editing to final production, Blumilk acts as an extension of your team, ensuring seamless project management and delivery. We know how to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality – whether it’s creating a polished 72-page regulatory report for SSEN Transmission or a digital-first report for a charity.
How Blumilk Elevates Your Reporting
Engagement
We ensure your reports are not only compliant but also captivating. Our use of high-quality visuals, interactive elements, and concise content keeps stakeholders engaged from cover to cover.
Consistency
With a clear focus on your brand identity, we deliver reports that are visually consistent and aligned with your organisation’s voice, whether it’s for public bodies, utilities, or private enterprises.
Reliability
Tight deadlines? Complex data? No problem. Our experienced team, proven processes, and adaptability mean you can rely on Blumilk to deliver – even under pressure.
Case Studies
CCW
For CCW, we delivered visually impactful reports in both English and Welsh, helping them meet statutory requirements while engaging their audience with bright designs and accessible content. You can see the report yourself here.
Newcastle United Foundation
Our partnership with Newcastle United Foundation produced a vibrant, interactive annual review paired with a microsite. This digital-first approach highlighted their achievements and ensured broad accessibility for stakeholders. Have a look at the report here.
Northumbrian Water
When tasked with producing a 1,000-page regulatory submission within weeks, Blumilk rose to the challenge. Our team streamlined content, created custom visuals, and developed two microsites – delivering on time and exceeding expectations.
Ready to Transform Your Regulatory Reports?
At Blumilk, we believe every report is an opportunity to tell your story. Whether you need a regulatory report submission, annual review, or stakeholder report, we bring the creativity, expertise, and reliability to make it stand out.
Contact Us to learn how Blumilk can help you deliver regulatory reports that inspire and engage.
We were recently commissioned by Yorkshire Water to create an engaging awareness campaign for the smart meter rollout across the Sheffield area.
Working within Yorkshire Water’s brand guidelines and image style, we developed a relatable campaign that highlighted everyday water usage in the home. Featuring authentic imagery, engaging videos, and real-life colleagues out in the field, the campaign clearly communicated the benefits of smart water meters and prepared customers for the upcoming installations.
Blumilk’s in-house studio brought the campaign to life across multiple formats, including large-scale assets, TV, and radio. We wrote the script, sourced the voiceover artist, and oversaw production of both TV and radio adverts, ensuring a seamless and high-quality output.
Working in partnership with our media agency, the media plan for the campaign strategically reached targeted postcodes using:
- Out-of-home (OOH) placements, such as kiosks in community hotspots and large roadside billboards in high-traffic areas.
- Digital advertising, including a targeted TV advert on ITVx, Channel 4 streaming, and Sky VOD. This ran over the festive season, capturing families gathered for Christmas programming. We also leveraged ITV’s innovative ‘pause ads,’ which display when viewers pause their TV.
- Social media coverage on Facebook and YouTube, designed to maximise visibility and engagement.
The campaign’s performance has been strong so far, with 445,577 impressions on Facebook and 63,903 video views on YouTube in the first two weeks alone and will only keep rising. Running through the Christmas period and into January, the campaign is already achieving great reach and awareness.
This year, we turned our Christmas cheer to rhyme,
To thank our clients – one line at a time!
It’s been a brilliant year of graft, growth, and great ideas, all thanks to our incredible clients. As we wrap up 2024, we want to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a cracking New Year!
Click here to listen to a festive treat from our team (bonus points if you listen out for our youngest team member!)
The Blumilk office will close from 2pm on Friday 20th December and reopen on Friday 3rd January, giving our team a well-earned festive break.
See you in 2025 – bigger, brighter, and ready for more!
Over the last three years, we’ve loved our time working at our Grey Street, Newcastle office.
It has been an exciting chapter for Team Blumilk, especially since coming out of COVID-19 lockdown. Returning to the heart of the city felt exciting; it was great to be part of a collective comeback as life slowly returned to some kind of new normal for us all. We shared in the hustle and bustle of Newcastle city centre and our top-floor office gave us a great view of the city’s revival, and it was the perfect place to reconnect with clients and the community after such a long period of isolation.
However, after three productive and successful years in the heart of Newcastle, we felt the time was right for a change. We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve moved back to a location that holds a special place in our company’s history – Newcastle’s Business Park. Many of our long-standing clients will remember this as our former home, and we’re delighted to be back with the river views!
So… why the move?
A Peaceful Setting
While the city centre had its obvious benefits, nothing quite compares to the calm and scenic surroundings of Newcastle Business Park. Nestled by the riverside, it offers a sense of tranquillity that helps us focus and be more productive. For our clients, it means fewer distractions and a peaceful environment when visiting our office, away from the noise and congestion.
Easier Access and Parking
One of the main advantages of our new location is ease of access. For clients who drive, there’s ample parking – something that was always a challenge in the city centre. No more hunting for a space and expensive parking fees or dealing with busy traffic; parking is now right outside our door, saving time and reducing stress. Plus, we’re still as close to all the major road links, making it simpler for clients from different parts of the region to come and visit us.
Perfect for Business Meetings
Newcastle Business Park is already home to many of our clients, we’re now just around the corner from them. It’s the ideal meeting point – less traffic, fewer distractions, and more time to focus on what matters.
A Fresh, Modern Space
Our new office at Mikasa House has been completely renovated, and we’ve spared no effort in creating a comfortable, modern workspace. From state-of-the-art technology to stylish furnishings, we’ve designed this office with both our team and our clients in mind. It’s a space that embraces creativity, collaboration, and efficiency. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick meeting or spending an afternoon working alongside us, we think you’ll love the environment we’ve created.
Inspiring Surroundings
One of the highlights of our new location is its proximity to the River Tyne.The office looks out to the river and onto Dunston Staithes, which offers a peaceful escape during our breaks. Morning coffees from Liosi’s café, followed by a lunchtime walk along the river, have already become a daily ritual. Sometimes, we even stroll all the way to the Quayside!
A Strong Sense of Community
Being back at Newcastle Business Park feels like coming home. Many of our neighbours are fellow businesses we’ve known for years, and we’re excited to strengthen these connections once again.
Come Visit Us, we’d love to see you!
Whether you want to discuss new projects, catch up over coffee, or just take a tour of our new space, we’re always happy to see you. We believe this move is going to allow us to serve you even better, and we’re excited to continue growing and innovating in this fantastic new location.
You can find us at Blumilk, Mikasa House, Newcastle Business Park, Asama Court, Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 7YD
We look forward to seeing you soon!
