Island Life Magazine Ltd April/May 2009 | Page 121

LOCAL BUSINESS Feet back on dry land Captain Stan's an established local fisherman in Bembridge are relocating to a shop premises in Bembridge Village. They are moving from the harbour to premises on dry land. Ruth said "it had been really stressfull getting the move organised, but we are excited about the future." life Synchronised Awards Fresh fish for Cowes An established family firm Eccott & Sons based on the Isle of Wight won the SPATA Silver award for creating a customised swimming pool in what used to be a garage. Twelve year old Ryde School pupil Rhiannon Williams uses the pool to train for synchronised swimmimg competitions. The £45,000 conversion took 5 months to complete. This week Andrew and Lucy Pink opened a new fishmongers in Cowes, imaginatively called Fish. Their website says "your friendly new fishmonger supplying you with the freshest locally caught fish and shell fish..." Andrew explained "what is caught today, we will sell tomorrrow" A great customer experience The Island Cosmetic Clinic has been nominated for the prestigious Aesthetic Medicine Awards 2008 for Best Customer Experience. The Clinic was voted among the top six cosmetic clinics in the UK. This category was judged on the environment of the clinic, the knowledgeable staff and the consultation, treatment and aftercare. With so many cosmetic doctors and plastic surgeons from all over the country and many from London, it was great to see the Islands clinic up on the screen. The team at the clinic led by Dr Jilani consists of aesthetic nurse, aesthetician, beauty therapist and receptionist. HTP shines through Island training company HTP who specialises in Apprenticeships and training through Train to Gain is celebrating after achieving Outstanding Grade 1 in every area of the business at their recent