Stratford-upon-Avon Living Jul - Aug 2021

Stratford is
BACK IN
BUSINESS
With restrictions finally easing, we’re finally able to get back out
into our high streets and communities. Covid-19 has affected
everyone’s lives in a variety of different ways, but small business
owners have been hit especially hard during this period.
With that in mind, we feature some of Stratford-upon-Avon’s
finest independent businesses. Many of them aren’t quite out
of the woods yet and they all need our support in the months
ahead if they’re to return to profitability and rebuild
post-lockdown. So get out there and start spending,
Stratford!
BEYOND BIRTH COUNSELLING
Rosemary Harris: RN RM BSc (Hons) Midwifery Practice
MSC Health Studies, Counselling and Psychotherapy level 4
and Advanced Diploma in Counselling Oxbridge.
I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist and midwife
with experience in counselling for all life related events,
anxieties, depression and relationship difficulties. My
specialty is related to childbirth including birth experiences.
• Would you like support to be able to explore and fulfil your
potential in a non-judgemental, compassionate way?
• Are you tired of being inhibited by depression and anxiety?
• Are you tired of letting fear, anxiety and insecurities
intrude on your life?
I can help you unlock your potential for a purposeful life
and having more meaningful relationships. An initial
consultation either face to face or via Zoom, Skype, FaceTime
for a telephone call where your needs are talked about
and we decide together on the best way forward for your
further sessions. All sessions are fully confidential and any
professional notes made are kept on an encrypted computer.
Tel: 07920 527415
Email: rosieaharris@btinternet.com
www.beyondbirthcounselling.co.uk
ALSTERS KELLEY
SOLICITORS OPENS FIFTH
OFFICE WITH ACQUISITION
OF BONELL & CO
Coventry and Warwickshire solicitors
Alsters Kelley recently announced the
acquisition of Stratford-based Bonell & Co
Solicitors, further extending its presence
across the region as it brings its total
number of offices to five...
It is an exciting development for the Legal 500 firm which already
operates in Coventry, Nuneaton, Leamington Spa and Southam
and represents its first acquisition for 15 years.
Bonell & Co, which is situated in Chestnut Walk, Stratford, has
been established for over 30 years. It currently offers services in
conveyancing and family law.
The deal, which was conducted throughout the height of the
COVID-19 pandemic, will allow the firm, which will become
known as Alsters Kelley incorporating Bonell Co, to extend its
range of services to the region*, whilst continuing to provide
a high level of personal service for which it has always been
renowned.
Cathy Wahlberg, Managing Director at Alsters Kelley, said: “The
acquisition of Bonell & Co marks the start of an exciting new
chapter for both firms.
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“Bonell & Co boasts an impressive pedigree and has a highly
talented and experienced workforce. It has an excellent reputation
throughout the Stratford region and the acquisition seemed like
the next natural step in Alsters Kelley’s own journey. It provides
us with an excellent platform for growth and we look forward to
developing the business in the years to come for the benefit of
both the staff and our clients.”
Both firms pride themselves on their friendly, approachable
service combined with expert legal advice with Alsters Kelley
operating on the mantra of being kind, helpful and excellent in the
delivery of its service at all times.
*Alsters Kelley’s range of services include Family (divorce,
finances, children matters) , family care (adoption, care
proceedings, abductions), private client (wills, powers of
attorney, tax and trusts), conveyancing, personal injury, medical
negligence, dispute resolution and criminal cases including
motoring offences.
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