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Dave Ryding has won Britain’s first alpine skiing World Cup gold medal with victory in the Kitzbuhel Slalom.

His two runs clocked in at one minute and 41.26 seconds, 0.38 seconds ahead of Lucas Braathen, with fellow Norwegian Henrik Kristoffersen third.

Ryding sat sixth after his first run of 51.40 seconds but claimed gold with a brilliant second effort of 49.86.

“You know, I’m 35 now, but I never stopped believing, I never stopped trying, and to bring the first victory for Great Britain in a World Cup, in Kitzbuhel… I mean, I don’t know if dreams are made better,” he said.

Dave Ryding wins Britain’s first gold in alpine skiing World Cup – BBC Sport

Leading property developer and one of the biggest champions of supporting emerging sporting talent, Quinn Estates has agreed a new sponsorship deal with Alpine Skier and GB Olympian, Charlie Guest.

This much-needed funding will give Charlie the opportunity to invest more in her training, allowing her to compete against some of the biggest names in the sport. The sponsorship will also support Charlie in achieving her Olympic aspirations at the Winter Games this year.

This latest agreement means that Quinn Estates now sponsor the entire World Cup Slalom team alongside being a major sponsor of the GB ski team.

CEO and Chairman of Quinn Estates, Mark Quinn knows first-hand the pressure of the sport having had a successful career on the professional ski circuit before turning his attention to the property industry. The ethos of the sporting world, and skiing in particular, aligns with the same values of Quinn Estates – commitment, drive and determination.

Mark Quinn commented: “Quinn Estates are delighted to have signed a sponsorship deal with Charlie Guest. Not only is she an exceptional skiing talent, she is also hard working and disciplined, and is a great role model for young people. We look forward to cheering Charlie on in the season ahead, and especially at the Winter Olympics.”

Charlie Guest said: “A huge thank you to the entire Quinn Estates team for their support. The sponsorship is vital in ensuring I’m where I need to be in training and able to push myself to be the very best I can be. I have high hopes for the season ahead and the upcoming Winter Games in Beijing!”

Charlie is in great company alongside Quinn Estates’ wider sponsorship roster which includes Dave Ryding, Alex Tilley, Billy Major and Luca Carrick-Smith. This latest investment also follows Quinn Estates signing a sponsorship deal with Redrow and GB Snowsport, the national governing body for skiing and snowboarding in the UK, in October 2021. The partnership aims to help facilitate success at the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Beijing 2022.

Last night (Wednesday, 24 November), Quinn Homes was recognised with three more industry wins at the Housebuilder Awards 2021. It was presented with Best Refurbishment Project for The Engine Sheds at Hammill Park and Best Community Initiative for Eddington Park & Herne Bay Sports Hub, as well as joint Small Housebuilder of the Year.

The winners were announced at a prestigious black tie evening event at the InterContinental London – The O2, with comedian Tom Allen taking to the stage as host to keep the audience entertained. The awards recognise the best in the housebuilding industry from design and sustainability to community impact and regeneration.

Having been spun out of one of Kent’s most proactive and innovative mixed-use developers, Quinn Homes is getting significant industry recognition for its work, particularly in regard to its commitment to supporting local communities and breathing new life into heritage buildings.

This win follows recent success at the WhatHouse? Awards where Quinn Homes was awarded Gold for Best Small Housebuilder and Bronze for Best Apartment Scheme.

Mark Quinn, CEO and Chairman of Quinn Homes, commented: “We are thrilled to be recognised across three categories at this year’s Housebuilder Awards. To win Best Refurbishment Project, Best Community Initiative and Best Small Housebuilder of the Year against giants in our industry is a fantastic achievement. It drives our team to be the very best we can be and continue to deliver projects to be proud of. A huge thank you to the judging panel and the Housebuilder Awards for this recognition!”

Quinn Homes has scooped two awards at the national WhatHouse Awards ceremony 2021.

The housebuilding arm of Quinn Estates was awarded Gold in the Best Small Housebuilder category, while its Eddington Park project in Herne Bay also secured Bronze for Best Apartment Scheme at the prestigious awards ceremony on Friday (19th November).

The winners were announced at a gala luncheon at London’s JM Marriott Grosvenor House, hosted by Olympic cyclist Sir Chris Hoy and broadcaster Clare Balding. With a heritage of over 40 years, the awards are a highly respected symbol of excellence in and outside of the industry, and celebrate the very best that British housebuilding has to offer.

Quinn Homes was praised for being engrained in supporting local communities and its commitment to ensuring positive social and environmental impact.

The judges report stated: “Quinn Homes was born out of enterprising mixed-use specialist Quinn Estates and this Kent-based housebuilder is proving quite the progeny. Quinn does bespoke homes; it does restoration and conversion of historic buildings, but above all it is wedded to and engrained in its county community.

“The developer is not just about homes, but the wider social and environmental significance of its footprint, building parks, hospices and schools, investing in its garden of England backyard with vim and vigour. Social impact is as important to Quinn as the residential offering, with funding support for community work and assets across the region it operates in.

“Design is bold and daring, technology sustainable and meaningful, while Quinn’s local immersion extends to working with Kent colleges, supporting training and creating jobs. A worthy gold.”

The judges also recognised Quinn Homes’ Eddington Park development in Herne Bay in the Best Apartment Scheme category, awarding it bronze. The judges report stated: “The developer is proud of the project’s legacy, which offers major social and economic benefits to the local community in the form of the Herne Bay Sports Hub, which was funded by the Quinn Group to the tune of £10m.

“A high quality development at the heart of its community.”

Part of Quinn Estates, one of Kent’s most proactive and innovative mixed-use developers, Quinn Homes is an emerging housebuilder brand and these are the first major awards it has picked up for 2021.

Mark Quinn, CEO and Chairman of Quinn Homes, commented: “We are delighted to have won Best Small Housebuilder of the Year, especially as a new brand against such tough competition.

“To be acknowledged for our ambition, innovation and design, as well as for supporting the communities in which we build is a huge honour. We also feel extremely proud to be awarded Bronze in the Best Apartment Scheme category in recognition of the high-quality design and legacy of our Eddington Park project. I would also like to thank the judging panel and WhatHouse? for choosing us to win these awards, it truly is an honour.”

Quinn Estates has entered a sponsorship deal with Redrow and GB Snowsport, the national governing body for skiing and snowboarding in the United Kingdom.

The partnership comes at an opportune time ahead of the 24^th Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Beijing in February and March 2022.

GB Snowsport manages and develops the World Class Programmes to give British top-class skiers and snowboarders the best chance of success on the global stage and has a long-term strategy for the UK to be a world top 5 snowsport nation by 2030.

It has produced three world champions over the past two years – including snowboard cross athlete Charlotte Bankes – and more than 50 recent World Cup podiums, giving it every chance of repeating this success in China next year.

With more than 11 million snowsport fans in the UK, the potential exposure for our brand is vast and there are plenty of synergies between the organisations, from a focus on promoting high performance to delivering quality results and a wider culture of teamwork, inclusivity and nurturing future talent.

In addition to exposing our brand to a wide market, it is also hoped the mutually beneficial agreement will help British snowsports reach new audiences and raise awareness of some of the lesser-known disciplines ahead of the Winter Olympics and Paralympics.

Mark Quinn, Chairman – Quinn Estates, said: “We are delighted to be working with Redrow and GB Snowsport.  As long standing supporters of these athletes, Quinn Estates are extremely proud to have introduced an award winning house builder such as Redrow as main partners and look forward to helping an incredibly exciting group to achieve their full potential at the Beijing Olympics.”

Matt Grayson, Group Customer and Marketing Director, said: “Partnering with GB Snowsport is a meeting of minds and there is plenty of crossover in how both organisations think about their people and the views they have regarding sustainability and social responsibility.

“We are proud to be supporting GB Snowsport at such an exciting time ahead of the Winter Games and we wish all its athletes the best of luck in finalising their preparations for Beijing and the culmination of years of hard work.

“Redrow is also excited to help further raise the profile of the various disciplines involved in snowsports and using our many channels to help grow the British fanbase. Quinn Estates, one of our key development partners, has an extensive history of sponsoring GB Snowsport athletes and we are grateful for its recognition of the potential synergies.”

Co-op has served-up its newest food store (Friday, 10 September) following a £500,800 investment creating 15 new local jobs and supporting five existing roles in Herne Bay.

The near 3,000 sq ft convenience store, located on Braid Drive, runs on 100% renewable electricity and includes click and collect through Co-op’s own online shop, coop.co.uk/shop.

Co-op’s new store also includes: customer car parking, bakery and Co-op’s own brand Everground coffee, via Fairtrade coffee dispenser, alongside a focus on fresh, healthy products, meal ideas, award winning wines, ready meals and pizzas, free-from, vegan and plant-based products  and, everyday essentials.

A funding boost is also provided locally through Co-op’s Membership programme. Membership of the Co-op unlocks additional value through in-store offers, and sees Members rewarded with 2p in every pound they spend on Co-op branded products which is added to their own personal Membership account balance. The Co-op also donates the same amount to local causes.

Students in the area who are TOTUM cardholders – the new name for NUS extra – receive a 10% discount at the Co-op. The Co-op store is located at Herne Bay’s Eddington Park development – a collection of one, two and three bedroom apartments and three bedroom houses.

Luke Arnold, Co-op Store Manager, said: “We are delighted to have had the opportunity to carry out such a significant investment in Eddington, and to open Co-op’s newest store! We are really looking forward to serving the community. We have worked to develop the range, choice, products and services locally to create a really compelling offer to serve our community.” Paul Hoskins, Co-op Area Manager, added: “Co-op is committed to connecting communities and making a difference locally, and our aim is to operate at the heart of local life. We also want customers to know that they can become a Member of the Co-op. In addition to unlocking additional value and personalised offers for themselves, our Members help to make a difference to local causes – Co-op donates 2p in every pound to community causes when Members swipe their Membership card when buying own-branded products – so by shopping at the Co-op our Members are also helping to make good things happen in the community.”

Luke Mullaney, Development Surveyor at Quinn Estates, said: “We were delighted to attend the ribbon cutting for the new Co-op store at our Eddington Park project in Herne Bay. The development not only seeks to deliver quality homes, but create a strong sense of community. The opening of this new Co-op store aligns with this to create jobs and support local charities, as well as providing retail facilities for residents.”

The store also includes a new recycle unit for ‘soft’ plastics. Co-op has announced the launch of Europe’s most extensive in-store recycling scheme for plastic bags and food product wrapping. The initiative ensures all Co-op’s own food packing is easy-to-recycle either via kerbside collection at home, or by establishing this accessible disposal route for materials which are unlikely to be collected by UK councils, including: crisp packets, bread bags, single-use carrier bags and bags-for-life, lids from ready meals and yogurt pots, biscuit wrappers and pet-food pouches.

Co-op has around 4.6M active Members, and alongside Food, it operates: Co-op Funeralcare, Insurance and Legal Services. More information about the benefits of Co-op Membership is available by visiting https://www.coop.co.uk/membership

11th September 2021 – it’s Pride Canterbury and we are delighted to be sponsoring and supporting the LGBTQ+ community.

Pride Canterbury is a spectacular celebration of LGBTQ+ identity for the whole family set in the heart of Canterbury. Featuring a parade through Canterbury High Street, followed by live entertainment with food and drink in the Dane John Gardens. Join 25,000 other people to come together to celebrate diversity, equality and progress.

Social value is also a subject close to Mark Quinn’s heart. That’s why the Quinn Estates boss is so keen to include sports hubs in his scheme. It is also why, inspired by the late, great Tony Pidgeley, Quinn likes to build community-oriented schemes.

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There’s fun for all the family this August bank holiday weekend at a sports and social club open day.

With an array of activities on offer for all ages, the day at the Sellindge Sports & Social Club on Sunday, August 29, promises to be a fun day out.

Click here for the full article on Kent Online.