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Glasgow Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Glasgow Times
New plan revealed for old Toby Carvery building near Glasgow
The proposal outlines several amendments to the external appearance of the old Hurlet Toby Carvery building on Glasgow Road to fit it out for use as a specialist veterinary ophthalmic referral clinic. The plans have been submitted by Solihull-based Veterinary Vision for the premises, which will treat animals suffering from vision problems. READ NEXT: Mrs Brown's Boys and Strictly TV stars spotted at plush hotel near Renfrewshire READ NEXT: I went to Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition in Glasgow - my verdict The company hope to install replacement cladding and new and replacement doors, as well as forming an enclosed dog walking area at the back partly covered with a canopy. The purpose of the dog walking area will primarily be to provide a secure place where dogs can go out and relieve themselves. The current application, which is currently awaiting decision, was received and validated by East Renfrewshire Council this month. The old Toby Carvery pictured several years ago (Image: Newsquest) The site previously traded as Brewer's Fayre before later operating as Toby Carvery before its closure in March 2019. Following the closure of the Toby Carvery, a funeral parlour operator intended to occupy the building, and secured planning consent for this change of use at appeal. A lease was agreed with a funeral director company to commence in June 2022, but it is understood that this use was very short lived as the property was returned to the market by May 2024. During 2024, terms were agreed for a new lease of the premises for the branch of the clinic and consent was obtained to allow this change of use. The refit will include five consultation rooms in which minor procedures can be conducted, together with three operating theatres and an associated preparation area. There will also be a separate recovery ward for dogs and cats, together with a reception with waiting areas that are separated for customers with dogs from those with cats. Ancillary facilities will include a conference/lecture room for staff training, administration offices, and staffroom/kitchen areas. Two upstairs rooms will be fitted out to enable staff members to rest between rounds for occasions when an animal must be kept in under supervision overnight.
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Sunny success at pub giant Mitchells & Butlers
Mitchells & Butlers has said sunny weather helped bring in more customers in recent months. The pub and bar giant said its sales are set to hit the 'top end' of industry expectations as a result. Phil Urban, chief executive of the Toby Carvery and All Bar One owner, said it is performing 'strongly' despite increased cost pressures after the recent rises in National Insurance contributions and the minimum wage. M&B, which also runs Harvester and Miller & Carter venues, said sales grew by 5 per cent over the quarter to July 19, as momentum accelerated further. Food sales increased by 4.9 per cent, while drink sales increased by 4.8 per cent for the quarter.
The Independent
4 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
The pub and bar chain thriving thanks to warm weather
Mitchells & Butlers, the pub and bar group, reported a significant boost in customer numbers and strong performance. The owner of Toby Carvery and All Bar One saw like-for-like sales increase by 5 per cent in the quarter ending 19 July. This growth was partly attributed to recent sunny weather and Easter, with both food and drink sales climbing by nearly 5 per cent. Despite facing cost inflation challenges, the company anticipates its annual results will reach the "top end" of industry forecasts. M&B has converted or remodelled 150 venues and opened two new sites this year, though its shares experienced a slight dip in early trading.
The Guardian
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Guardian
Wood you believe it? The footballer who made Euro trophy cases on the Wirral
On the Wirral, to the west of Birkenhead and behind a hospital and a Toby Carvery, is Arrowe Park, a 250-acre country park. This is one of the many fields of play for Yana Daniëls, a footballer and a carpenter, and one of the more solitary and spacious. There is something to be said of the similarities between the art of carpentry and Daniels' sport, of the precision born out of graft and execution, although crafted by hand rather than foot. But perhaps more to be said about the balance of life, control and chance. This year Daniëls, who has left Liverpool at the end of her contract and has 45 caps for Belgium, has spent time making her own contribution to Euro 2025. She did not make the Belgium squad to feature in the tournament but instead she has handcrafted the boxes for every player-of-the-match trophy in a converted Wirral garage, with wood from Arrowe Park. Each box is engraved with the matchday number, date and venue, above a proudly printed 'Made by Yana Daniëls'. Alexia Putellas, Aitana Bonmatí and Chloe Kelly are among those who have been handed them in Switzerland. 'The front lid slides in and out through a groove and the entire box is made from sustainable wood, no hinges or screws,' says Daniëls, who set up her own business a year and a half ago. 'It's 100% sustainable, which is something I care deeply about.' Perhaps more than most footballers, the former Belgium international has had to plan ahead. A decade on from a career-threatening injury, we speak after she has done an intense training session followed by an hour-and-a-half commute back home. 'I realised how quickly things can change, from playing to not having a football job. I think that helped me think about future plans,' says Daniëls, a self-professed 'planning geek' who studied agro-biotechnology at university. 'When you get older you start to realise: 'How long will I play on for? Will I need to find a normal job?' Your body gets tired, the young players come up, and they are really good. You start doubting yourself. You know one day you have to retire. I think that scares a lot of people.' Carpentry was an interest developed through DIY requests for the changing rooms at Liverpool as well as from many teammates. A table for a physio's front room, wall decor for Laura Coombs, placemats for Gilly Flaherty and personalised racks for her teammates' boots were all made, mainly from wood sourced from Arrowe Park. Some days the wood might be from other local parks, and on others, Daniels would get a message from a friend saying: 'Tree chopped down, it's here, come get it.' Across her career Daniels has played in nearly every position and was called 'a manager's dream' by the then Liverpool manager, Matt Beard. Off the pitch, it seems as if the carpentry has helped her. 'Sometimes we are locked in a football world which can be quite brutal,' she says. 'Football is a business. Sometimes, you're just a little number and you can be replaced the next day if they want.' The 33-year-old has had to be resourceful throughout her life. Growing up, she remembers fondly the chalet she holidayed in as a child – handmade with local wood by her parents – as a core memory of creation and comfort. But it has not all been plain sailing. In 2015 she spent six months working as a zookeeper while recovering from a lateral cruciate ligament tear, an injury that kept her sidelined for two years. After the contract with Liverpool ran out this summer, she travelled across eight European countries in a hand-refurbished campervan with her partner and long-time teammate Jasmine Matthews, accompanied by their cockapoo, Alfie. Sign up to Moving the Goalposts No topic is too small or too big for us to cover as we deliver a twice-weekly roundup of the wonderful world of women's football after newsletter promotion The financial reality of women's football is changing but we are witnessing the first generation who can make any kind of living playing the game. Most leave it with little financial security. 'It has changed in the last two or three years; the money is going up. Even an 18-year-old can have a full-time income,' she says. 'We were never able to live that way, so we knew we had to have a backup plan. 'It's a totally different mindset for young players now. They are fully invested in football and that's the only thing they do. But I think it's so important that you don't just focus on football. I think you can get quite isolated.' Daniëls' company, The Woodcycle, has benefited from a development programme that aims to help female players with their careers after retirement. The programme, called The Second Half, has benefited from the collaboration and guidance of people in the game such as Karen Carney and Kim Little. 'It's about having the right team around you,' Daniëls says. 'It's nice that ex-players can prove that you can do so much more than just football. They helped me massively, but I was surprised by the number of people who wanted to help. 'You're quite independent as a footballer, and then you need to share your ideas outside of it. It is hard at the start, but once you open up, there are a lot of people willing to help.'
The Independent
5 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
Toby Carvery owner celebrates results after hot weather brings in bumper customers
Pub and bar giant Mitchells & Butlers has reported a significant boost in customer numbers, attributing part of its strong performance to recent sunny weather. The owner of Toby Carvery and All Bar One now anticipates its sales will reach the "top end" of industry forecasts. Phil Urban, chief executive of the group, affirmed it is performing "strongly" despite increased cost pressures stemming from recent rises in national insurance contributions and the national minimum wage. M&B, which also runs Harvester and Miller & Carter venues, saw like-for-like sales grow by 5 per cent over the quarter to 19 July, with momentum accelerating further. The company highlighted that "sales growth has remained well ahead of the market through the third quarter, benefiting from Easter and recent sunny weather." Food sales climbed by 4.9 per cent, while drink sales saw a 4.8 per cent increase for the quarter. Bosses said they were encouraged by the performance 'despite well-publicised cost inflation challenges facing the sector'. As a result, M&B said it is confident this will lead to annual results 'at the top end of consensus expectations'. The hospitality group said it has converted and remodelled 150 venues so far this year and opened two new sites. Mr Urban said: 'The business continues to perform strongly, enabling us to meet the cost challenges facing the sector with confidence. 'We will remain focused on our Ignite programme of initiatives and our successful capital investment programme, driving cost efficiencies and increasing sales. 'With the unique strengths of our business, including a diverse portfolio of established brands, value proposition and enviable estate locations, we believe we are positioned to continue to grow profitability and market share.' Shares in the business were, however, 0.5 per cent lower in early trading.
