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10/10/2025
Yesterday, David was a guest speaker at the Durham School Business Network, where he spoke to members of the local business community about the power of storytelling in marketing. 📖
From social media and email campaigns to PR and design, David explained how businesses can connect with their audiences by sharing authentic stories across a range of platforms.
The presentation sparked some brilliant questions from an engaged and thoughtful audience – thank you to everyone who took part and made the session so enjoyable.
09/10/2025
🏌️⛳ A brilliant day on the green!
Yesterday, Frank and Jonathan took part in the Furness Building Society Charity Golf Day at the beautiful Carus Green Golf Club.
A huge thank you to Lisa Archer for organising such a fantastic event, and to Simon Broadley, Chris Wainwright, Anthony Kearney - and the entire Furness Building Society team - for making the day so enjoyable.
It was great to have the company of Eddie Black and Gary Robertson from Team ECO during the round and to have time to catch up with Ben Reader and Dan Ogden from Evolution Ltd as well as meet other like-minded people from across the business community looking to make a positive difference in our communities.
The event was in support of FESP (Furness Education & Skills Partnership) and SAFA Cumbria, two brilliant organisations doing vital work across our region. Big thanks to Caroline Vernon and Gill Stevens from FESP and Ian Burns from SAFA Cumbria for all they do.
And of course, a shoutout to the team at Carus Green for hosting with style!
Great golf, great company, and a great cause. What more could you ask for?
08/10/2025
We’re Hiring: Social Media Specialist 💻
Are you a creative thinker with a passion for social media? Do you love crafting content that sparks conversations and drives engagement? Then we want YOU on our team at 32West!
📍 Location: WFH or our Ulverston office - but will need to attend monthly team days and client meetings across Cumbria, Lancashire and south Scotland
💷 Salary: £24,500 - £28,000 DOE
✨ What the role includes:
Creating innovative content across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok
Planning and delivering social media strategies for diverse clients
Analysing performance and optimising campaigns
Staying ahead of trends and bringing fresh ideas to the table
✅ What we’re looking for:
Experience managing social media platforms
Strong communication and creative skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team
🌟 Why join us?
At 32West, you’ll work with an amazing team, exciting organisations, and have the freedom to make a real impact. Plus, we’re big on creativity, collaboration, and career growth!
September was another belter for 32West - and here it is in 32Seconds!🌟
A few standout moments...👇
🗼Jonathan spent an evening at the BIBAs as guest of Fylde Coast Responsible Business Network
💙We proudly supported the Baton Of Hope UK's arrival in Cumbria with Forth Engineering (Cumbria) Ltd
🥾James strode out on A Walk to Remember with St Mary's Hospice
⚒️Jonathan admired Peacock Precision Services Ltd's stellar work in Carlisle city centre
🏇Before he and Amee joined Team Peacock for a day at Chester Races!
🚜We had a great time at Westmorland County Show with Brown & Co
🏰Frank and Meg attended True North Policy's inspiring summit at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
📸It was lights, camera, action for our Team Day at The Guild Coworking
🤝Jonathan attended the The Boathouse Youth Fundraiser at Winter Gardens Blackpool
🍬The 32West Sweet Shop was open for business with Frank and James at Cumbria Business Expo
🤳Amee helped kick off Netherby Hall's first ever influencer event
🏆Claire enjoyed a night at the Cumbria Life Awards with H&H Insurance Brokers
What a brilliant start to the autumn season. Here's to an even better October!🎃
30/09/2025
Amee recently spent an afternoon at the breathtaking Netherby Hall Netherby Hall, helping bring history to life during its very first influencer event!✨
Content creators Charlie, Meg, Hannah, and Katie were treated to a truly immersive experience - from a captivating house tour led by owner Gerald Smith to an interactive stroll through the walled gardens, sampling apples straight from the trees.🍎
The visit was perfectly complemented by classic Cumbrian hospitality: afternoon tea in the Orangery, a delicious dinner in the historic Oak Hall, and a restful night in Netherby’s luxurious self-catering accommodation.
At 32West, we’re proud to have supported this special event behind the scenes. Samantha and Amee worked closely with our client Netherby Hall to help shape and deliver an experience that felt authentic, engaging, and true to the Hall’s unique character - we're thrilled that the event was such a success and can't wait to see the content the group create!🏰
The History Magpie historywithmegs
24/09/2025
Claire had an amazing evening at the Cumbria Life Magazine Awards on Monday as a guest of our client - and headline sponsor - H&H Insurance Brokers! 🏆✨
Held at the stunning Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa, the event was a true celebration of everything that makes Cumbria such a fantastic place to live and work. It was inspiring to see so many talented local people and businesses come together for such a special occasion.
A huge congratulations to all the finalists and winners🎉
22/09/2025
Looking for inspiration when it comes to posting on social media?
Here are five quick content ideas, designed to spark engagement👇
🎥Behind the scenes: encourage connection with your audience by showing how you run things BTS.
💬Introduction: whether you're new or established, a quick intro (or re-intro!) reinforces brand messaging and welcomes new followers.
📆Throwback: reflect on past milestones to spotlight business wins and growth.
🤝Day in the life: highlight the human side of things and build trust by sharing a daily routine.
🔎Myth vs. Fact: bust a common misconception in your niche to educate your audience and position yourself as a trusted voice.
Is there anything else you would add to the list? Which idea will you try first?🤳
19/09/2025
Amee and Jonathan enjoyed a day out with Peacock Precision Services Ltd at Chester Races recently!🏇
It was great to get out and about and soak up the atmosphere and was a brilliant chance to meet new members of the business community, as well as catch up with some familiar faces too.
Thank you so much for having us, Team Peacock - it was a real treat!🦚
18/09/2025
At 32West we're proud to help our clients shine - using all our expertise, experience and knowledge of our 14-strong in-house team to tell their stories through engaging content.💡
Words are a huge part of what we do but storytelling comes in many forms... great photography, videography and creative direction add so much more!📸🎥
We’re proud to have a brilliant in-house creative team, plus a network of top-quality, highly experienced photographers and videographers to make sure our clients are always represented in the best way possible.
And this week, we practised what we preach, turning the lens on ourselves and refreshing our own photography. It's safe to say we're thrilled with the results!✨
Huge thanks to the very talented Steven Barber for partnering with us on this assignment, and to The Guild Coworking, Carlisle for hosting us.
Looking to update your imagery too? Get in touch to see how we can help👇
Meg and Frank had a fantastic time at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens last Friday with True North Policy, a research and policy forum focused on the North East of England and Cumbria.🙌
The event brought together some of the biggest tourism leaders, businesses and policymakers in our region, including representatives from Durham County Council, Beamish Museum, Harrison Foundation, North East Screen and VisitCumbria.
It was a morning of insightful presentations and conversation with plenty of opportunities to collaborate and work towards developing bold, practical policy ideas that unlock economic growth, improve skills and education, and secure devolved powers for our region.💪
We look forward to following the progress of True North and over the coming months, and to continuing to participate in these impactful conversations in the near future.🌟
11/09/2025
Amee had a brilliant time at the Westmorland County Show yesterday!🙌
It was a great opportunity to catch up with clients, make new connections and learn more about lots of amazing local businesses.
It's easy to see why Westmorland County Show is such a standout event in our area's calendar - safe to say, we'll be back!🥳
PS. - Be sure to watch till the end for a Brown & Co cameo!👋
Westmorland County Show & Agricultural Society
10/09/2025
🌍 World Su***de Prevention Day is a reminder that every conversation matters. At 32West, we believe mental health is just as important as physical health, and no one should ever feel they have to face challenges alone.
That’s why we introduced our Mental Health Charter and have trained Mental Health First Aiders within our team, who are here to listen, support, and guide colleagues towards the help they need. 💙
If you’re struggling, please reach out; whether it’s to a friend, a colleague, or a professional. Talking saves lives.
Together, we can break the stigma, support one another, and create a world where mental health is prioritised every day, not just today.
***dePreventionDay
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At the beating heart of 32West is a team which is passionate about helping businesses deliver excellence and change through great PR , content and marketing.
Our directors, James Higgins, Frank Stretton and Jonathan Lee have more than 75 years of combined experience in the media industry and have won many awards along the way.
They left the industry in early 2018 and after 32West was established by James, Frank soon joined as a partner and director. He was followed by Jonatan in 2019.
All three have an in-depth understanding of the media landscape and know how to build brand awareness through positive PR and content marketing campaigns.
Through their far-reaching network of contacts, James, Frank and Jonathan are able to project information and messages about clients, ensuring they reach their target audience.
The majority of services offered by 32West are delivered directly by the directors. In areas where others have greater expertise - mainly photography and videography - they draw upon some of the greatest talent in the industry to deliver for their clients.
The name 32West is inspired by the geographical co-ordinates of south Cumbria where the business has its headquarters.
The motto, Your Business, Our Passion, embodies everything that 32West - and its directors - represent; loyalty, creativity, originality, professionalism and an unerring determination to deliver.
