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Five year print partnership for Balreed and global golf tournament

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Balreed to provide all print technology and support to the Alfred Dunhill Links Championships for the fifth year running.

It may be known to many professional golfers as the ‘Home of Golf’ but to Balreed, St. Andrews Golf Course is a ‘home away from home’.

Once again Balreed has been chosen by the organisers of the world-renowned golf championship, played at St Andrews, as the official supplier of print and document technology.

This is the fifth year the event will rely on Balreed throughout the four-day tournament to provide and support print, copy and scan devices to media tents, European tour offices and tournament offices across all three courses that the event plays on.

The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship is a magnet for golfers from every corner of the world. It has a unique format and incorporates two separate competitions – an individual professional tournament for the world’s leading golfers with a US$5 million prize fund, and a team competition which features some of the most celebrated amateur golfers playing alongside the professionals.

Lee Westwood leads the British challenge for the title this year, and many of the world’s leading international players will be there to compete with him. In the amateur ranks the playing roster is sure to include some of the biggest names from the world of entertainment, sport and business. Michael Douglas, Samuel L Jackson, Morgan Freeman, Hugh Grant and Dennis Quaid have all shared the fairways in previous years with sporting greats like Sir Steve Redgrave, Sir Bobby Charlton, Boris Becker, Ian Botham, Ruud Gullit, Johan Cruyff and Nigel Mansell so expectations of the 2012 field are very high.

The tournament starts on Thursday 4th October and will play over three championship Scottish courses: The Old Course at St Andrews, Carnoustie and Kingsbarns.

Balreed’s support extends to all three courses and staff will be on site throughout the build-up and the tournament itself to help organisers prepare and manage the event.

Balreed’s Managing Director Robin Stanton-Gleaves commented: “When we were first selected to provide print support to the event five years ago we were thrilled, and even more so to be invited back the following year, it was a testament to our hard work. So to still be the chosen print partner five years later is a sincere compliment to all the Balreed team and we will continue to do what we have been doing which is careful planning and precise execution, providing service to the highest standard to ensure the tournament runs smoothly.”

About Balreed Digitec
Balreed Digitec is one of the UK’s leading independent providers of document and print technology and services. Established in 1977, Balreed is now one of the fastest growing solution providers in the industry, providing tailored systems which combine the best hardware and software technology from market leading manufacturers with Balreed’s unique pro-active remote managed service.

Contact Details: Gary Downey
Group Marketing Director
Balreed Digitec
Email: gary.downey@balreed.com
Mobile: 07889 411562
Website: http://www.balreed.com/

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Research Show 4.4 Million over 21s Still Rely on the Bank of Mum and Dad, reports Bower Retirement Services

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Research from LV = reveals 4.4 million over 21 year olds still borrow money from their parents. The average monthly donation from parents to adult children is £175. This is used to cover rent, bills and help pay off debts. Additionally £9,476 is awarded to fund weddings, holidays, further education and to help young adults get onto the property ladder. Although it helpingyoung adults is hardly surprising, the research revealed parents expect to continue to support their ‘children’ until the age of 38, now the average age of a first-time property buyer.

This obviously puts great financial strain on Britain ‘s parents. It eats into retirement funds and one in ten parents surveyed by LV = admitted they had spent everything they had on their children. The issue isn’t going to go away soon, particularly if predictions that the average age of a first-time buyer will be 41 by 2025 are correct.

Parents need to prepare for the future early to ensure they are well equipped financially to provide for themselves and help out their grown-up children when necessary. There are several options available, but with interest rates currently being so low, saving plans aren’t the most viable option.

Equity release plans are a more effective option for homeowners. Bower Retirement Services, an award-winning equity release advice service, can help homeowners find anequity release plan that’s right for them.

There are four types of plans available: lump sum lifetime mortgages; lifetime mortgage with flexible cash release, also known as a drawdown mortgage; interest only lifetime mortgage and home reversion plans.

The most suitable, and now the most popular comprising 68% of the market, are drawdown plans. Homeowners are lent money based on their property’s value and additionally can withdraw regular cash amounts at a frequency and value chosen by the individual. Interest is charged, but it’s only repaid when the homeowners die or move into permanent care. These mortgages allow parents to look after themselves during retirement but also offer the ability to provide assistance to their offspring.

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Phone No: 01277 262724
Email: info@brsequity.co.uk
Website: www.brsequity.co.uk

Consumer Services

Fifth Annual China Sourcing Fairs Opened Today to Facilitate Closer Sino-Indian Trade

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Three events cover hot trade sectors: electronics & components, hardware & building materials and bathroom products.

Mumbai, India, September 21, 2012 — The fifth annual China Sourcing Fairs opened today at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, India and runs through September 22, 2012. The Fairs aim to further strengthen trade relationships between China and India.

The co-located events are Electronics & Components, Hardware & Building Materials and Bathroom Products. Combined, the Fairs feature over 400 booths from mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and South Korea exhibitors. In India, the China Sourcing Fairs are managed by Pico Event Management under license from Global Sources (NASDAQ: GSOL).

“Trade between China and India is expected to reach US$100 billion by 2015. Highlighting the importance of this relationship, India and China have gone so far as to create a five-year economic cooperation plan,” said Tommy Wong, President of Global Sources Exhibitions.

“The China Sourcing Fairs are an ideal platform for China’s manufacturers to establish strong ties with quality buyers in India.”

The Fairs received support from mainland China and Korea with group pavilions of Yiwu and Korea International Trade Association. The Fairs are also endorsed by All India Association of Industries, All India Radio & Electronics Association, Builders’ Association of India, Computers and Media Dealers Association, India-China Chamber of Commerce & Industry and Small & Medium Business Development Chamber of India.

Among participants in the opening ceremony were:
* Niu Qingbao, Consul General, Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Mumbai
* Liu Guoyu, Commercial Counselor, Economic and Commercial Section of the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Mumbai
* JP Singhania, President, All India Radio & Electronics Association (AIREA)
* Anand J. Gupta, Hon. General Secretary, Builders’ Association of India (BAI)
* Jayant Shete, President, Computers and Media Dealers Association (CDMA)
* Suresh Sharma, Executive Vice President, India China Economic and Cultural Council (ICEC)
* Moo Han Kim, Senior Executive Managing Director, Korea International Trade Association (KITA)
* Tommy Wong, President, Global Sources Exhibitions, Global Sources

China suppliers see India’s huge population as an important new market.

India’s population of 1.21 billion makes it the second most populated country in the world, of which 400 million are middle-class consumers with strong purchasing power.

Wong said: “Eight to ninety million housing units are expected to be built in India in the next 10-15 years. This represents a massive opportunity for China hardware and construction manufacturers.”

One exhibitor, General Manager of Chao’an Ouni Ceramics Industrial Co., Su Xihe, said: “The China Sourcing Fairs open the door to India’s fast-growing consumer market. By meeting face-to-face with India’s top buyers here in Mumbai, we are developing trading relationships that will benefit us now and to an even greater degree in the future.”

Admittance to the Fairs is free to qualified buyers. For more information and to register online, visit: http://www.chinasourcingfair.com/india.

About Global Sources :
Global Sources is a leading business-to-business media company and a primary facilitator of trade with Greater China.

The core business facilitates trade between Asia and the world using English-language media such as online marketplaces (http://www.globalsources.com ), print and digital magazines, sourcing research reports, private sourcing events, trade shows, and online sourcing fairs.

Over 1.18 million international buyers, including 90 of the world’s top 100 retailers, use these services to obtain product and company information to help them source more profitably from overseas supply markets. These services also provide suppliers with integrated marketing solutions to build corporate image, generate sales leads and win orders from buyers in more than 240 countries and territories.

Global Sources’ other businesses provides Chinese-language media to companies selling to and within Greater China. These services include online web sites, print and digital magazines, seminars and trade shows. In mainland China, Global Sources has a network of more than 30 office locations and a community of over 4 million registered online users and magazine readers of its Chinese-language media.

Now in its fifth decade, Global Sources has been publicly listed on the NASDAQ since 2000.

Press Contact in Asia: Camellia So; Tel: (852) 2555-5021; e-mail: cso@globalsources.com .
Investor Contact in Asia: Suzanne Wang; Tel: (852) 2555-4747; e-mail: investor@globalsources.com .
Press Contact in U.S.: Brendon Ouimette; Tel: (1-480) 664-8309; e-mail: bouimette@globalsources.com .
Investor Contact in U.S.: Cathy Mattison; LHA; Tel: (1-415) 433-3777; e-mail: cmattison@lhai.com .

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Press & Media Contact:
Mitesh M Kapadia
Sentinel Public Relations Pvt Ltd / Sentinel Advertising Services
Kandivli (W), Mumbai 400 067. INDIA
Tel: (91 22) 28625131/32
Cel: +91 98205 03876
Fax: (91 22) 28625133
mitesh@publicrelationindia.com
http://www.publicrelationindia.com
http://www.chinasourcingfair.com

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Equity Release Becoming Popular Retirement Fund Solution for Baby Boomers, say Bower Retirement Services

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The total value of equity release advances from April to June 2012 was £224.8 million, reported the Equity Release Council, an increase of 22% on the same period of 2011. Additionally, this amount represents the highest quarterly figure since 2009 (£231.7 million). Furthermore, the real number of plans grew by 16% between Q2 2011 and Q2 2012 showing interest in the market is up, along with actual value.

According to the Equity Release Council’s figures, people are now choosing to take drawdown plans instead of lump sum mortgages. This shows they prefer to spread risk and use equity release as a retirement income. The news comes as its revealed retired homeowners now have a total unmortgaged property wealth of £756.7 billion.

Bower Retirement Services, which offers award-winning specialist equity release advice, says equity release is a simple and effective option for homeowners looking to provide for their retirement and it exploits the property price rises of the last forty to fifty years. Many in the baby boomer generation lost large amounts in pension blunders in the nineties and again in the last recession. However, thousands continue to be locked up in property, potentially providing a retirement income for homeowners.

Bower Retirement Services offers advice on all types of equity release, from lump sum lifetime mortgages to home reversion plans, and its equity release calculator is designed to help homeowners accurately gauge how much cash they can expect to release on each type of plan.

There are four types of equity release plan, but drawdown plans now the most popular, accounting for 68% of the value of the entire equity release market. Bower Retirement Services says these types of mortgage are most suitable to homeowners looking to provide themselves with an income during retirement. The lender loans the homeowners a percentage of the property’s value and also agrees to pay a regular cash sum, or ‘drawdown’ on the mortgage value. Interest is accrued, but it is not charged until the homeowners die or move into long term care. Homeowners choose the term and value of the drawdowns, offering more flexibility than a standard remortgage plan.

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Latest Leighmans.com Research Shows Companies Spending More on Corporate Gifts

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A new poll conducted by Leighmans.com – one of the UK’s leading suppliers of corporate gift and incentive products – has revealed that companies are now spending more than ever on corporate and personalised gifts. The company’s poll found that 75 percent of UK businesses are – even in the difficult financial climate – investing more in hospitality and gifts.

The Leighmans.com survey polled in excess of 1,000 people and discovered that six in ten companies currently spend more on incentives and gifts for clients and staff. Of this group 40 percent said that their expenditure has recently increased by over one fifth.

The poll found that personalised gifts are more popular than ever too, with 45 percent of respondents saying that they prefer customised gifts to standard ones. Leighmans.com reports that items like their printed Shanghai pen range and personalised custom 15mmlanyards are proving particularly popular.

Dr Ashley Weinberg, senior lecturer in psychology at the University of Salford, commented: “In sales ‘we buy from people we like’ and so, at a very basic level, some potential consumers may well feel a little emotional boost from an organisation offering them something without charge.”

“Even for those who decline the offer of a gift or hospitality, there is some perception that the organisation who offered it is one that we’re likely to be more open to in future.”

“In this case, we have created our own unwritten understanding – or psychological contract – that raises our expectations of the organisation and means we may be more positively disposed to them.”

The Leighmans.com poll sought to established buying patterns and psychologies in the corporate gifts sector at present. Leighmans.com offers customers a wide range of goods such as sponsored Rainham conference bags with logos on the inside. The survey also found that UK companies spent more money on gifts and incentives in 2012 than in all of 2011.

Leighmans.com founder, Darren Leigh, commented: “Far from the pre-conceived notion that marketing and entertainment are the first things to be cut when the going gets tough, it actually appears businesses are investing more into the development and maintenance of relationships through entertainment and effective promotions.”

“Building business relationships is vital. It can be done through meetings and entertaining and also through carefully selected gifts to existing or potential new business leads. It’s appreciated because it not only represents a financial investment, but also shows empathy and the fact you have invested time into trying to get into the other person’s head to give them something they want. That helps to create and build relationships, which are vital for ongoing business.”

Speaking of human behaviour, Dr Weinberg said: “Perhaps somewhere in between feeling really positive and just as negative, is the vague notion that we might feel indebted, as this organisation has already given us something which is of value. It is not quite an obligation, but it can certainly affect that psychological contract when we come to deciding where to buy from.”

Bury-based Leighmans.com helps customers to choose from a huge range of high-quality, promotional gifts and its customer base includes major blue-chip companies such as Deutsche Bank.

For further information, please visit www.leighmans.com.
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Media contact:
Lucy Wray or Ellie O’Connell at Peppermint PR
T: 0161 941 4252
E: lucy@peppermintpr.com or ellie@peppermintpr.com

Notes to editors:
• Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, Leighmans.com was established by Darren Leigh, a serial entrepreneur with over 17 years of experience in business.
• Leighmans has worked with a range of clients, from major blue-chip companies including Deutsche Bank, to household names.
• Product lines include wireless laptop mice, 3D paperweights, clothing, speakers, headphones, portable chargers and many more.

Contact Details: Darren Leigh
sales@leighmans.com
Leighmans.com
http://www.leighmans.com
0161 763 2690

Consumer Services

Mumbai-India Headquartered Sentinel Exhibitions Asia P Ltd Bags Exclusive Marketing Rights for India for the 8th China Shanghai International Hosiery Expo 2013, One of the Biggest Hosiery Trade Events in the World

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* Trade Event to be held from March 4 – 6, 2013 at Shanghai. * Expo Focus on Competitive Functional Items in Global Hosiery Markets particularly Socks technology. * Over 500 Exhibitors from China, India, Italy, Japan, South Korea and Pakistan and over 13,000 Buyers from more than 26 countries.

Mumbai, India, September 10, 2012 — Mumbai-India headquartered Sentinel Exhibitions Asia P Ltd or SEA ( http://www.sentinelexhibitionsasia.com ) has bagged the exclusive marketing rights for the Indian region for the eighth edition of the China Shanghai International Hosiery Purchasing Expo (CHPE) 2013 being held from March 4-6, 2013 at Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, Shanghai, PRC. With exhibition space exceeding 20,000 square meters and 500 top-ranking enterprises from Japan, Europe America, India, South Korea, Pakistan and Italy, CHPE 2013 is the leading Hosiery trade show in the world. C.H.P.E 2013 is organized by Shanghai Gehua Exhibition Service Corporation jointly with China Tongyuan Corporation and Shanghai Underwear Trade Association.

SEA shall promote and market CHPE 2013 in the Indian region as also lead a delegation of Indian visitors to the show. The show has planned an Indian Pavilion so that visitors wanting to source form Indian companies can interact will all Indian companies in a dedicated enclosure in the show. The Chinese domestic markets for Hosiery items has seen a great demand in fashion products and brands indicating that there is good demand for international Hosiery products/brands in China too and that China is not just a sourcing destination but also a booming business opportunity. CHPE 2013 will showcase international well-known hosiery brands so that more and more international brands can penetrate the Chinese market easily.

Currents year’s larger focus is on Stockings (Pantyhose, Knee High’s, Detailing, tights, Jacquard, Lace, Garter Belt, Fishnet stockings, Spats three-quarter trousers, Ankle Length Trousers, Seamless/ Lingerie etc), Socks (Men, Women, Baby, Children, Baby, 5toes, Terry socks, Athletics socks, Ankle socks, Silk socks, Cotton socks, Health care, Nanometer, Golf, Bamboo fiber socks, Soybean socks, Ramie socks, Carbon socks etc), Hosiery Machinery (
High-speed socks machine, double needle machine, stocking setting machine, toe closing, embroider machine, stocking turning machine, hosiery seamier, ring doublers, dying machine, drying machine and support facilities) and Socks Material (Spandex, Terylene, Cotton Yarn, Nylon/polyamide, T/C, P/C, Spandex polyester, Socks yarn, Natural Fibers etc)

As in the previous years, CHPE 2013 ( http://www.chpe.com.cn/newsletter/html/edm20120808_en.html ) is expected to attract over 13,000 professional buyers from over 26 countries making CHPE 2013 the definite global platform for the hosiery sector. The Hosiery industry globally is growing at a rate of 8% annually and India and China have a major role to play in the growth of this industry.

CHPE 2013 thus becomes a not-to-be-missed show for both entrepreneurs and visitors to develop new markets, innovate business operations, upgrade manufacturing facilities and network with the best professionals in the world. CHPE shall also include Forums/Seminars, match-making meets between buyers and suppliers, Design Awards and a business trip to a hosiery factory after fair.

CHPE 2013 is supported by Taiwan Hosiery Manufactures’ Association, Haining Hosiery Association, Yiwu Hosiery Association, Zhuji Hosiery Association & Japan Nara Textile Industry Associated Federation and Pakistan Hosiery Manufactures’ Association. For more information log on to http://www.chpe.com.cn/newsletter/html/edm20120808_en.html or contact Ms K Priti, Project Director, Sentinel Exhibitions Asia P Ltd on priti@sentinelexhibitionsasia.com or on +91 88795 63067

Press & Media Contact:
Mitesh M Kapadia
Sentinel Public Relations Pvt Ltd / Sentinel Advertising Services
B-603, Samajdeep
Near Bhanu Park/Seasons Restaurant
Adukia Road, Off S V Road
Kandivli (W), Mumbai 400 067. INDIA
Tel: (91 22) 28625131/32
Cel: +91 98205 03876
Fax: (91 22) 28625133
mitesh@publicrelationindia.com
http://www.publicrelationindia.com
http://www.chpe.com.cn/en/

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Payday-loansuk.org.uk Reveal New Mascot – Jackson the Dog

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Payday loans, the often derided side to personal finance, have been gaining in popularity for quite some time in the UK.

What was once a small, niche related business, has now become a multi-million pound industry. The demand for the product seemingly growing thanks to the lending patterns of major lenders and banks.

Established within that market is the company Payday Loans UK. Formed by two ex-bankers, the firm base it’s ethos on delivering cash advances to those refused elsewhere.

In keeping with this innovative spirit they have revealed a new mascot to go along with the usual payday loans product.

The aim of this ‘talisman’ is more of a symbol than a novelty as Nick Cox from the company explains;

“We came up with the concept of Jackson as more of a multi-functional device then an un-purposeful icon.”

“Our initial aim for Jackson is to have him implemented as an online helper on our website. He will be on-hand if the customer runs into trouble with any detail. There will be a knowledge base attached to the interface and an online operator for 2nd level queries.”

“After that the sky’s the limit really, we could have him as the spearhead for ad campaigns or even as acting CEO for the day!”

The company hopes that Jackson will bring some much needed cheer into what can be an often depressing situation.

Cox is under no illusion as to how customers feel when accessing his site;

“Payday loans suck. Let’s face it. Nobody wants to take out a loan and when they do they’re not going to be happy about it. Hopefully this will put a smile on their face.”

The company’s aims for Jackson the dog are still be sketched out and he has not yet been implemented into the user experience on the website payday-loansuk.org.uk.

The whole process is being strategically mastered as if re-homing a pet. Payday Loans UK expect the first wave of Jackson mania to start at the end of this month.

Payday Loans UK are a fast online payday loans service aimed at those refused elsewhere. Loans are approved instantly and deposits can be as fast as 15-minutes straight to customers’ UK bank accounts.

Contact Details: 66 De Beauvoir Road
London
N1 4LN

0871 919 0140

http://www.payday-loansuk.org.uk/

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LondonTown.com Helps Keep BBC Proms in the Park Affordable to All with Discounted London Hotel Room Rates

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BBC Proms in the Park is part of the BBC Proms, the biggest and best classic music festival in the world. This open air spectacular in Hyde Park on 8 September brings classical music to the masses combining pop talents such as Kylie with outstanding musical displays from the Royal Choral Society and BBC Concert Orchestra.

For £35, visitors will be lavished with four hours of music and entertainment from Il Divo, tenor Alfie Boe, Kylie and London Community Gospel Choir among others. There’s a show-stopping firework finale and a family feel to this informal event. People usually bring picnics and blankets and get themselves comfortable for an evening of outstanding entertainment fusing pop and classical music.

LondonTown.com has helped keep this event affordable to all by offering exclusive discounts at a range of hotels in London, including several around Hyde Park . Two of its top picks are the Thistle Marble Arch Hotel and the Lancaster London Hotel. The former has had room rates reduced by 91% and the latter by 70%.

The Thistle Marble Arch Hotel, now available from £90 per room, per night, is a four-star Art Deco property with bags of character and style. This hotel offers 24-hour room service, cribs for babies and children, a fitness centre and local parking from £40.

The four-star Lancaster London Hotel is available from £119 per room, per night and the extra spend goes a long way. With breathtaking views over Hyde Park in a contemporary setting this hotel has much to offer guests and attendees of BBC Proms in the Park.

Hotel discounts aren’t the only reasons to book with LondonTown.com, the number one Internet site for London . With every online booking LondonTown.com throws in £250 worth of extras in the form of two-for-one entry, attraction and experience discounts, walking tours, audio guides, a personalised event guide, free Fitness First gym passes and free spa treatment at Spa Illuminata.

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Give Commuting a Try with the Mayor of London’s Sky Ride 2012

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Owing to London’s extraordinarily busy summer this year, the annual Sky Ride City event is not taking place in its usual form. Instead of following Cardiff and Edinburgh with a big city centre ride, the capital is hosting smaller, weekly Sky Rides in 14 boroughs, all of them free to join. There will be over 200 different bike rides.

As with all Sky Ride events, cyclists are separated in to groups according to ability level, ranging from beginner to experienced. All the routes are safe and suitable for children.

Although central London is not closing it’s streets to motorists for this year’s ride, there are still plenty of opportunities to ride past some of the capital’s most iconic sights, in places as diverse as Croydon, Wandsworth and Kensington and Chelsea.

The latter is hosting a ‘Give Commuting a Try’ ride on September 1 st . Designed to encourage drivers away from their cars, the route is led by trained British Cycling Ride Leaders, on hand to give new cyclists route-planning advice and tips on how to ride safely in busy traffic. It takes riders on a typical commuter route from the outer boroughs into the heart of London’s city centre.

This particular ‘Give Commuting a Try’ route runs from Putney Bridge to Westminster Abbey. Helping cycle enthusiasts save even more money is the capital’s premier booking and information website LondonTown.com. They are offering a number of cheap London hotels across the city for the weekend of 1-2 September.

Among the deals on offer, the modest Kensington West Hotel London is already a good budget option for this part of the city. With the 54% discount currently being offered by LondonTown.com, the cost of a night’s stay is only £79 per night.

Even better is the 75% discount currently offered by the Berjaya Eden Park London Hotelin Bayswater. The discount brings the nightly rate down to just £82. Both offers area available exclusively through LondonTown.com. Visit the website for more cheap London hotels, and to find more information on this year’s Sky Ride event.

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Объявлены скидки на гостиничные номера к Фестивалю Темзы

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Фестиваль Темзы “Mayor’s Thames Festival”, ежегодный фестиваль, посвященный главной водной артерии города, будет проведен с 8 по 9 сентября. В этом году мероприятие достигнет еще больших масштабов, так как совпадает с финалом и церемонией закрытия Паралимпийских игр 2012 года.

Главным событием фестиваля станет вечернее шествие костюмированных артистов. Процессия, которая пройдет вдоль реки через сердце столицы, завершится огромным фейерверком. В течение десяти минут над рекой у моста Блэкфрайар и двух речных барж взорвется более тонны пиротехники – таким образом Лондон попрощается с невероятно успешной летней Олимпиадой.

Процессия начнется с Вестминстера и последует через Тауэрский мост и набережную Виктории. В ожидании множества посетителей, по набережной вдоль реки будут установлены продовольственные лотки и различные аттракционы. Фестиваль Темзы является бесплатным мероприятием.

Чтобы помочь посетителям фестиваля с поиском доступного жилья, вебсайт LondonTown.com предлагает скидки на oтели Лондона с удобным месторасположением. Помимо остальных отелей со скидками, вы найдете гостиницу Crowne Plaza по улице New Bridge Street, которая предлагает скидку в 52% на двухместные номера. Благодаря этой скидке тариф в этой гостинице составляет 223 фунта стерлингов в сутки.

Отель Holiday Inn Express расположен на южном берегу Темзы по улице Southwark Street. Этот отель, который находится в восьми минутах ходьбы от места проведения процессии, предлагает двухместные номера с 76% скидкой, что составляет суточный тариф всего в 59 фунтов стерлингов.

Отель ME London находится на улице Strand, в нескольких минутах ходьбы от Темзы. Этот отель класса люкс предлагает двухместные номера от 500 фунтов стерлингов в сутки, с учетом 17% скидки от стандартного тарифа.

Подробнее о гостиницах Лондона и Фестивале Темзы 2012 года читайте на сайтеLondonTown.com.