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D
. A . COOKE
Wholesale Party & Catering Supplies FOUNDED IN 1967
one of the largest family-owned suppliers in the uk
We are honoured to have supplied the Arkell ’ s family with their paperware , catering supplies , Christmas crackers and party novelties for over 30 years
Ian , Julie and their son Jon strive to source the best quality products at the most competitive prices .
This range of products includes :
• Napkins & other paperware
• Bar & restaurant supplies
• Crockery , cutlery & glassware
• Condiment & sauce portions
• Food packaging
• Kitchen disposables
• Hygiene & cleaning products
• Clothing , aprons & footwear
• Bedroom guest toiletries
• Christmas crackers & party supplies
Please contact Ian , Julie or Jon Cooke :
01793 831118 / ian @ dacooke . co . uk
Commitment to quality
Managing Director , George Arkell , discusses the company ’ s new , award-winning pub in Swindon , the Strawberry Thief . “ This new addition to our portfolio was built in the freshly developed neighborhood of Tadpole Garden Village , located on the edge of Swindon . Alex and I were keen to invest in a new venue for our hometown and to be part of the first new pub construction in our generation . Thus , we thought the site was perfect to create a pub that could strike the balance between being a destination pub and a modern community hub . Substantial thought and effort went into the design , layout , and fenestration of the building . Our goal was for the pub to complement its surroundings , with natural materials used throughout to provide a sustainable building that will stand the test of time . Arkell ’ s Strawberry Thief is a stunning building looking out onto green spaces and lakes , and it stands as one of the largest pubs we have ever built . As we have invested over £ 5 million to create it , everyone was genuinely thrilled when it won the New Build Category in the CAMRA National Pub Design Awards 2023 ,” he emphasizes .
Turning to the future , George details his vision for the long-term future of the company . “ As a family business we have always looked at the long term and believed in steady growth . Over the next five years , we see ourselves remaining rooted as a local brewer , ingrained in the community we serve . Our focus will be on nurturing and expanding our relationships with customers , taking care of our licensees , and looking forward to the next generation of our family joining the business . Additionally , we aim to continue crafting exceptional beers that reflect our heritage and unwavering commitment to quality . At the same time , Arkell ’ s will stay open to exploring innovative ways to keep up with changing trends . By staying true to our roots and values , we
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