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All the latest news from around the Nike Group of Companies

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    Dare you ride the Cresta Run?

    Published in Connections Spring/ Summer 2011

    Experience the thrill of a toboggan ride on the new Cresta Run at the John Nike Leisuresport centre in Bracknell.

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    The clock is still ticking - is it a time bomb?

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2010

    It simply doesn’t seem 12 months ago when I wrote about the state of the Bracknell Town Centre and the need for investment in bringing about the ­revitalisation of this ­community shopping area. I even proposed a kick-start method for ­consideration by ­businesses and population alike. Of course, it was a dream; an ideal!

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    Octagon Toyota celebrates its 20th anniversary

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2010

    Corks have been popping as Octagon Toyota celebrated its 20-year anniversary this year, and to mark the occasion some very special deals were on offer to its customers between 31 July and 8 August.

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    Spectacular fireworks to light up Bracknell

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2010

    A free, spectacular firework show will once again be hosted by the John Nike Leisuresport centre for all the local people of Bracknell to enjoy, so make it a date and put Sunday 7 November in your diary.

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    Kids have fun on the slopes

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    If you’re looking for some great winter fun to keep your children busy during the Christmas school holidays get down to one of the John Nike Leisuresport centres dotted around the country.

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    Twenty-five years on

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    With the approaching age of 75 years one cannot but reflect on the past 45 years of ones life while living in Berkshire within the Bracknell and Wokingham communities.

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    Get your dancing shoes on!

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    Berkshire’s party faithful are invited to rock around the Christmas tree at The Keller and Après nightclub this festive season.

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    New Toyota Prius takes to the road

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    The best has just got better with the launch of the new third generation Toyota Prius with Hybrid Synergy Drive now in the showrooms of Octagon Toyota in Bracknell and Reading.

  • Fireworks at night

    Thrills and temptations for all the family

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    If 'ooh-ing' and 'aah-ing' at fireworks is your passion, LEGOLAND Windsor is the place to visit this autumn, with spectacular Indiana Jones fireworks displays on Saturday 24, Sunday 25, Friday 30 and Sunday 1 and Saturday 7 November.

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    Customers keep returning to Jubilee Building Supplies

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

  • Nike Design gives Bridgend a facelift

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    Nike Design has been involved for the past two years in a project to give a facelift to the conservation area in the centre of Bridgend.

  • PERMA-SNOW TM goes 'green'

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    PERMA-SNOW TM artificial ski sloper surface now comes in green to help it blend in to more environments.

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    Lightfoots leads the way

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    The Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation (RFTO) was adopted by the UK in 2008 and placed a requirement on fuel suppliers to ensure a certain percentage of their sales included biofuels. To meet this requirement Lightfoots petrol stations in Crowthorne and Bracknell have undergone preparations for them to receive deliveries of, and store, biofuels.

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    You're invited to a party

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    It's time to get your Christmas party hats on! So, whether you're hosting an intimate gathering of friends and family, or a big bash for the whole office, the Coppid Beech Hotel and The Swan at Streatley have the perfect 'menu' for you.

  • Snow White takes to the ice

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    'Hi-Ho, Hi-Ho it's off to work we go' with this years pantomime-on-ice, Snow White, at the John Nike Leisuresport centre in Bracknell.

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    Ski wear goes on-line

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    Leisuresport World has just launched its exciting new website where you can view and purchase all its skating, skiing and outdoor casual wear products that you find in its shops.

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    Hotels launch live booking system

    Published in Connections Autumn/ Winter 2009

    The Coppid Beech Hotel and The Swan at Streatley have launched a live booking system coming on-line this autumn on their websites which will allow people to book directly with the hotel.

  • John Nike, OBE, Chairman

    John Nike's column

    Published in Connections Spring 2009

    With winter almost over and the colours of spring already showing, it is a time for finding renewed energy to cope with the present economic climate and the difficulties this is bringing to the many.

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    Published in Connections Spring 2009

  • JNLL Summer Events

    Published in Connections Spring 2009

    If you're looking for ideas to keep the kids entertained this summer, that are affordable, check out what is going on at your local John Nike Leisuresport centre – skiing, snowboarding, sno-tubing, tobogganing are just some of the activities available.

  • Christmas Past

    Published in Connections Spring 2008

    It is with such sheer delight I reflect on the Christmas Past and the period leading up to this festive delight. For me, this started on the 26th November when I derived a great pleasure from attending the annual Care Day held at the Coppid Beech Hotel to see and feel the joy and satisfaction of those receiving the pampering, and those giving the pampering, on this very special day when the old age pensioners take over the hotel.