20 February 2012
Former British Grand Prix Champion Johnny Herbert is set to appear on BBC One's Question of Sport tonight at 10.35 pm.
16 February 2012
Champions (UK) Plc are featured in the Telegraph's prestigious list of Britain's Brightest Businesses.
10 February 2012
Champions (UK) Plc's Claire Tarplee is set to compete in the 1500 metres at the Aviva Indoor UK Trials & Championships at the English Institute of Sport, Sheffield on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th of February 2012.
03 February 2012
5-time Olympic Skier and popular presenter of the BBC's Ski Sunday, Graham Bell is raising money for the specialist music charity Nordoff Robbins by entering the Virgin London Marathon 2012.
31 January 2012
Soul star Andy Abraham is deep in rehearsals and excited about launching his tour at the historic Opera House in Buxton, Derbyshire.
31 January 2012
Heat Holders ultimate thermal socks launched in the US last year at the Summer Outdoor Retailer Market and has been busy securing retailers and a following in the US ever since.
30 January 2012
Champions (UK) Plc's annual charity ball took place at the King Power Stadium, Leicester on Friday 27th January.
24 January 2012
MacWet have teamed up with Garden Answers, the national magazine that guarantees hands-on help for gardeners to give 8 lucky readers the chance to win a pair of MacWet gloves.
24 January 2012
From 27th – 30th January 2012 MacWet will be attending the AETA (American Equestrian Trade Association) International Trade Show
17 January 2012
After their successful launch onto the US market at the 2011 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, UK sock sensation Heat Holders ultimate thermal socks are back in Salt Lake City for Outdoor Retailer once again!
16 January 2012
Thursday the 27th of January is the Champions Annual Charity Ball.
16 January 2012
The finest of East Midlands sporting talent will be on show in a glamorous ceremony on the 19th January as the prestigious Leicester Mercury Sports Awards take place at the home of Leicester Tigers, Welford Road Stadium.
13 January 2012
Now available to pre-order on Amazon, Andy Abraham's Remember When… is a unique deluxe 96-page padded hardback book featuring the brand-new twelve track album from British pop music's favourite soul superstar.
21 December 2011
We would like to wish all our clients and friends a happy festive period and say thank you all for your tremendous support during 2011.
21 December 2011
First ever Big Brother winner Craig Phillips and international recording artists Dana will be appearing on Channel 5 show 'Britain's favourite Christmas Songs'.
21 December 2011
Former England Cricketer and Leicestershire County Cricket Club captain Matthew Hoggard will be appearing on Britain's toughest quiz - BBC 1's Celebrity Mastermind.
20 December 2011
Big Brother winner Craig Phillips will be taking to the stage this Christmas to play Genie of the Bling in Aladdin at the Thameside Theatre in Essex.
15 December 2011
Golfers David Dixon and Matthew Southgate from have both secured full European Tour cards for the 2012 season.
15 December 2011
X Factor star Andy Abraham will be joining Lembit Opik, John McCririck, Yvette Fielding and Hannah Waterman to take on the Eggheads on tonight's Celebrity Eggheads!
14 December 2011
First ever Big Brother winner Craig Phillips will be travelling to Belfast this weekend as Comedian Leigh Francis begins filming for his new movie Keith Lemon: The Film.
14 December 2011
David Dixon and Matthew Southgate have had a successful day at The European Tour Qualifying School with David sitting in first place at five under par and Matthew lying in 28th position, with a score of four under par.
14 December 2011
On Friday 9th December 2011, Champions welcomed guests to their annual Christmas Club at the King Power Stadium in Leicester to help celebrate the party season in great company, with gourmet food, fine wine and fabulous entertainment.
14 December 2011
Leicester Tigers supporters kicked off Christmas in the company of a World Cup trio at Welford Road in a special Try Tuesdays evening this week.
12 December 2011
Snooker legend Willie Thorne, the most capped player of all time, Peter Shilton, former World's Strongest Man, Geoff Capes, former Leicestershire wicket keeper, Paul Nixon and boxer turned film star, Joe Egan, will all take on the Eggheads on tonight's Celebrity Eggheads!
7 December 2011
Leicester Tigers were back on home soil at the weekend for a crucial Aviva Premiership fixture against local rivals Northampton Saints.
7 December 2011
On Thursday 8th December 2011, Gillian Wesley and The Catwalk Café will be hosting an intimate evening with X Factor star Andy Abraham in Knowle, West Midlands.
7 December 2011
On Tuesday 13th December 2011, Formula 1 legend Johnny Herbert will be at the BBC studios to film A Question of Sport.
7 December 2011
Last month, Central FM presenter Andy Little invited Formula 1 legend Johnny Herbert to take part in a live telephone interview.
7 December 2011
First ever Big Brother winner Craig Phillips will appear on the Richard Bacon show on Monday 12th December 2011 as part of their Help!
4 December 2011
Big Brother winner Craig Phillips joined 7,410 people to take part in the annual 5km charity Santa Dash through Liverpool city centre on Sunday 4th December 2011.
2 December 2011
Football legend and England's most capped player of all time, Peter Shilton OBE, will be talking to ITV news at 6.30pm
1 December 2011
Craig Phillips has been nominated for 'Top Personality' at the Liverpool Lifestyle Awards on 25th February 2012 at the Crown Plaza, Liverpool.
30 November 2011
Swedish hardware chain Clas Ohlson has invited Craig Phillips to their store in Reading on Saturday 3rd December 2011.
30 November 2011
Earlier this month, Central FM presenter Andy Little invited X Factor star Andy Abraham to take part in a live telephone interview.
30 November 2011
On Friday 2nd December 2011, Graham Bell will be working with Sarah Munro, Spokesperson for the Post Office Travel Money on a series of live and pre-recorded interviews with the BBC and commercial radio stations.
30 November 2011
It is easy to underestimate just how physically demanding skiing is as a sport; so with the ski season nearly upon us, five times Olympic skier Graham Bell has been invited by SWISS Airlines to share a few tips on how to get fit for the slopes.
30 November 2011
It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to our annual Christmas Club at the King Power Stadium on Friday 9th December 2011.
30 November 2011
Leicester Tigers have a busy weekend ahead of them!
24 November 2011
On Thursday 24th November 2011, Pensions and Wealth Management experts Mattioli Woods invited guests to the King Power Stadium in Leicester to celebrate 20 Years of Business.
23 November 2011
Champions (UK) Plc have recently won the PR brief to promote successful sock brand, Heat Holders ultimate thermal socks, in the USA and Canada.
20 November 2011
oronation Street star Bill Roache, joined Susanna Reid, host of Sunday Morning Live on 20th November 2011
18 November 2011
Following the success of their exclusive Dining Experience in 2010, Leicester's finest jewellers, Lumbers yet again transformed their luxurious Market Street showroom into an opulent fine dining experience to entertain more than 250 guests over three nights.
18 November 2011
James Blick, Chair of the IoD for Nottingham and Derbyshire was delighted to welcome Stuart Garner, owner and CEO of Norton – the iconic motorcycle company – to their third Tuesday breakfast which took place at Donington Manor Hotel, Castle Donington on Tuesday 15th November 2011.
18 November 2011
Mattioli Woods invites you to celebrate "20 Years of Business" at the King Power Stadium on Thursday 24th November 2011.
14 November 2011
On 11th November 2011 the Giving Africa charity hosted their first ever black tie gala with the 007 Bond Ball at Epsom Downs Racecourse.
11 November 2011
Rugby Legend Martin Corry will be talking to Sky News later today
10 November 2011
Leading DIY and home improvement expert Craig Phillips will be appearing on 'The Big Build Children in Need Special' tonight on BBC One at 9.00pm.
10 November 2011
Craig will be at Sandown Park, Surrey on Thursday 10th and Friday 11th November 2011 from 10.00am until 4.00pm to represent Blåkläder workwear at the fourth Professional Builder ToolFair of the year.
9 November 2011
An appearance on the live tour of Question of Sport for Hoggard was just what the doctor ordered.
02 November 2011
Leicester Tigers will be hosting a Christmas Market at Welford Road Stadium on 3rd December.
02 November 2011
Keep an eye on the action and book your tickets now for Leicester Tigers against London Irish – with a post-match fireworks display – at Welford Road on Saturday 5th November 2011.
02 November 2011
Local swing sensation Campbell Bass will entertain guests at the Lace Market Hotel on Friday 11th November 2011 with an evening of live lounge classics.
02 November 2011
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02 November 2011
Giving Africa is set to host its first black tie gala at the 007 Bond Ball on Friday 11th November 2011.
02 November 2011
During a recent visit to Guernsey, Willie Thorne visited BBC Guernsey to chat to radio presenter Jenny Kendall-Tobias.
28 October 2011
Following a successful event at St Martin's House Leicester on Thursday 6th October 2011
28 October 2011
From managing high-profile sports personalities to running marketing and PR campaigns for famous brands, the work of Champions (UK) Plc has always had a strong sporting theme.
28 October 2011
Andy Abraham has been back in the studio this week to finalise tracks for his new album. Titled 'Tracks of my Years' the album, which is due to be released on 18th March 2012 and will be a collection of songs depicting important moments in Andy's life.
28 October 2011
X Factor star Andy Abraham will appear on BBC 2's Never Mind the Buzzcocks on Monday 31st October 2011 at 10.00pm.
28 October 2011
Prepare to be taken on a musical journey back to the 1930s with Andy Abraham and his incredible 13 piece swing band.
21 October 2011
Local swing sensation Campbell Bass entertained guests at Donington Manor Hotel on Friday 21st October 2011 with an American Songbook Dinner and Dance.
19 October 2011
On 19th October 2011, former Olympic skier Graham Bell visited Shell Gas Direct Ltd at their offices in London to give a motivational speech to staff about bringing Olympic standards into the workplace.
20 October 2011
First ever Big Brother winner Craig Phillips will appear on Big Brother's 'Bit on the Side' tonight on Channel 5.
19 October 2011
The Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship 2012 will be played on the 7th – 10th August 2012.
14 October 2011
Former England and British and Irish Lions legend Dean Richards MBE entertained over 400 guests at the King Power Stadium on Thursday 13th October 2011 to raise money for Loughborough-based charity Rainbows.
10 October 2011
This weekend, Craig took part in the first Liverpool Marathon in 20 years! The race saw around 9,000 entrants from not only Merseyside but also countries across the globe flock to the capital of culture to race 26.2 miles around the city.
10 October 2011
On Saturday the 8th October, The Pink Ball in aid of Breast Cancer Care was held at Nailcote Hall in Solihull.
03 October 2011
On Friday 30th September 2011, wealth management experts St. James's Place held an amazing Charleston themed evening at the King Power Stadium, Leicester to raise money for the St. James's Place Foundation and Loughborough-based charity Rainbows.
23 September 2011
Andy Abraham releases his brand new single 'Changing' which saw him partner with Swiss Singer Songwriter Ad-Rian.
23 September 2011
Willie's new autobiography 'Taking a Punt on My Life' which was released on Monday 19th September has been grabbing major headlines across all national newspapers, as well as TV!
20 September 2011
Soul singing sensation Andy Abraham took time out of his busy schedule from his West End Show 'Respect La Diva' to appear on The Wright Stuff Extra on the 19th September.
20 September 2011
Mr. Maximum himself, the one and only Willie Thorne, appeared on The Wright Stuff Extra today talking about his new autobiography which was released this week, 'Taking a Punt on my Life'.
20 September 2011
Scott secured a valuable point in his singles match on Sunday at St-Nom-La-Breteche in Paris which turned out to be instrumental for team Great Britain and Ireland. They eventually went on to beat the Continental Europe team 15.5-12.5 on an exciting final days play!
19 September 2011
Taking a Punt on My Life is a story is a great mix of the highs of being a popular snooker star and celebrity in the 80's coupled with battling his gambling addition, bankruptcy and devastating suicide attempt.
16 September 2011
Hot off the press! It has just been announced that Scott has been partnered with Lee Westwood for the opening matches on day 3 of the Vivendi Seve Trophy in France.
15 September 2011
The 2011 Spanish Ladies Open, a tournament integrated into the Ladies European Tour, will be held at La Quinta Golf & Country Club (Benahavis, Málaga) from 15 to18 September.
15 September 2011
Poor overnight weather conditions in Paris can't dampen Scott Jamieson's, and Team Great Britain and Ireland's, spirits going into the first day of the Vivendi Seve Trophy at Saint Nom La Breteche in France.
15 September 2011
Gary once again steps onto the first tee at the Casa Serena Open starting tomorrow at the Casa Serena Golf Club in the Czech Republic; only this year is special!
13 September 2011
Its official Scott Jamieson has now qualified to represent the GB&I team at the Vivendi Seve Trophy to be played at Golf de Saint-Nom-La-Bretche in France.
12 September 2011
Challenge Tour Rookie Matthew Southgate enjoyed a spectacular top six finish at the Kazakhstan Open.
12 September 2011
The stunning surroundings of Louella Stud in Markfield, Leicestershire were transformed into the glitz and glamour of Hollywood on Saturday 10th September.
09 September 2011
The Oldham Literary Festival takes place one weekend in September every year and features a range of author talks showcasing the best books of the year.
07 September 2011
Tonight marks the start of a brand new West End musical Respect La Diva by the creators of Thriller Live.
31 August 2011
Leicester Tigers welcome the new campaign against Exeter Chiefs at home on Saturday 3rd September and plan to make it an occasion for all the family with Tigers in the Park.
26 August 2011
Leicester Tigers welcome the new campaign against Exeter Chiefs at home on Saturday 3rd September and plan to make it an occasion for all the family with Tigers in the Park!
19 August 2011
This Sunday top UK soul star and former X factor contestant Andy Abraham will be appearing on BBC's Sunday Morning Live where he will be discussing reality TV!
18 August 2011
This Saturday sees long running soap star William Roache MBE, also known as Ken Barlow from Coronation Street, take on the ITV1 gameshow Who Wants to be a Millionaire?
17 August 2011
Two Time European Tour winner Andrew Sherborne took the spoils at the 2011 Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship shooting an impressive three under par over two days of incredible golfing action at Nailcote Hall, Warwickshire.
12 August 2011
Two stars from the European Tour and Senior Tour entertained crowds at Nailcote Hall on the first day's play at the Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship.
11 August 2011
Two Time European Tour winner Andrew Sherborne took the spoils at the 2011 Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship shooting an impressive three under par over two days of incredible golfing action at Nailcote Hall, Warwickshire.
11 August 2011
Two stars from the European Tour and Senior Tour entertained crowds at Nailcote Hall on the first day's play at the Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship.
10 August 2011
The first day of the 2011 Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship saw Bob Champion and his team win the first of two celebrity golf days being held this week at Nailcote Hall.
09 August 2011
This year's Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship started today with stars from the world of sport and entertainment coming together at Nailcote Hall, Warwickshire.
03 August 2011
Heat Holders ultimate thermal socks have gained fantastic success over the last year, selling millions of socks last winter alone. Retailing across the entirety of the UK, Heat Holders have become a warming sensation.
29 July 2011
Big Brother begins again this year on Channel 5. Early this year, various Big Brother stars from over the years joined together to film the promo for the famous show on the different television network.
25 July 2011
Willie will be taking his comedic stylings and infectious personality to some of Norway's most breathtaking sights, sharing stories from his career as snooker's "Mr Maximum" and as one of the stars of Strictly Come Dancing.
25 July 2011
Big Brother's Craig Phillips hit Cardiff's St Davids Shopping Centre this week as part of UKTV's 'Seize the DIY' campaign roadshow.
25 July 2011
Coronation Street treasure William Roache MBE will be signing copies of his autobiography at WHSmiths Trafford Centre on the 9th October 2011.
15 July 2011
Coronation Street's own William Roache MBE, who plays Ken Barlow on the popular soap opera, will be at Waterstones Deansgate in Manchester this Saturday the 16th of July!
14 July 2011
The Nicholls Colton Group has just announced the launch of a company-wide rebrand. Joint Managing Directors Ian Elliot and Alex Warwick invited key staff members to a launch party hosted by Leicester snooker star Willie Thorne.
12 July 2011
Coronation Street's own Ken Barlow, William Roache, will be appearing on ITV 1's top morning show This Morning, tomorrow, Wednesday 13th July!
08 July 2011
In December last year, William Roache MBE released his book, 50 Years on The Street: My Life with Ken Barlow.
08 July 2011
In 2004, entrepreneur Michael Hobbs and his wife, accomplished interior designer, Dawn Cavanagh-Hobbs fell in love with the majestic scenery and relaxing Italian lifestyle available in the culture rich region of Le Marche, Italy.
08 July 2011
William Roache MBE, better known as Coronation Street's Ken Barlow was joined by cricketing legend Sir Garfield Sobers in his star-studded golf day at Rushcliffe Golf Course on Thursday 30th June.
6 July 2011
Two of Champions rising golfing stars have been given the opportunity to play on the Challenge Tour at the Acaya Open in Italy this week.
29 June 2011
Matthew's incredible performance at Aviemore has resulted in a fastastic second place finish at the Scottish Hydro Challenge.
29 June 2011
Scott played incredibly well to register third place finish In the BMW International Open in Munich
27 June 2011
Former professional boxer and actor Big Joe Egan has finished filming for his latest film 'Strippers Vs Werewolves'.
27 June 2011
Andy Abraham is halfway through completing his latest album with the help of talented illustrious producer, Eliot Kennedy.
27 June 2011
This week Peter Shilton was at Hereford FA promoting igoal.
27 June 2011
Craig Phillips will be visiting B&Q Farmborough on 25th and 26th of June alongside the Ryobi sales team to demo 36v, their new range of cordless garden tools.
27 June 2011
Golfing great Doug Sanders established himself on the US PGA Tour and had the style that warranted him the nickname "The Peacock of the Fairways".
27 June 2011
William Roache MBE, better known as Coronation Street's Ken Barlow will be joined by cricketing legend Sir Garfield Sobers in his star-studded golf day at Rushcliffe Golf Course on Thursday 30th June.
24 June 2011
On Tuesday 28th of June the Cathedral Quarter Hotel in Derby will host an exclusive black tie dinner with a fascinating address from West Indian cricketing legend, Sir Garfield Sobers and dazzling entertainment from X Factor star, Andy Abraham.
09 June 2011
Last month, RSM Tenon, one of the UK's most progressive and exciting accountancy firms in the country invited former Bath and England Rugby Union legend, Gareth Chilcott and hilarious comedic impressionist Kevin Connolly to join them for their extremely popular and challenging annual golf day at Rushcliffe Golf Club in East Leake.
09 June 2011
Starting at 6.45pm this evening, Former West Indies fast bowling legend and Sky Sports cricket commentator Michael Holding will entertain over 400 guests at the Walkers Stadium.
27 May 2011
UKTV's Home channel and Craig Phillips have started a new campaign, 'Seize the DIY' and the first leg of the campaign roadshow starts tomorrow!
26 May 2011
The newest edition of luxury lifestyle publication Aspirational Magazine - Spring/Summer 2011 is now available.
26 May 2011
An incredible £15,000 is on offer for the winner of the Farmfoods British Par 3 Championship at Nailcote Hall this year.
26 May 2011
Make sure you don't put your foot in it this Father's Day by giving your dad the perfect gift - Heat Holders!
19 May 2011
Last month, Peter Shilton travelled to Nuremberg, Germany to speak at a conference hosted for Puma staff.
19 May 2011
The European tour this week heads for the island of Madeira for the Madeira Islands Open and Matthew Southgate will be joining Marc Warren playing for contention in this testing competiton!
19 May 2011
The European tour this week heads for the island of Madeira for the Madeira Islands Open.
19 May 2011
Craig Phillip's brand new television show 'Celebrity DIY with Craig Phillips' is up for nomination for a TV Choice Award.
19 May 2011
Former five time Olympic skier turned top TV presenter's new website is now live!
18 May 2011
Andy Abraham finalises completion date for new record!
17 May 2011
This month has seen two new employees join the busy Champions office!
12 May 2011
Andy Abraham will appear on The Vanessa Show tomorrow, Friday 13th May 2011!
10 May 2011
This month, Andy Abraham is due to perform for the former Chiliean president and 1st Executive Director of UN Women, Michelle Bachelet at a top UN Women event.
9 May 2011
Champions (UK) Plc's young golfing sensation Scott Jamieson secured his best result so far this year on the European Tour at the Open de Espana near Barcelona this weekend.
6 May 2011
Last year, Champions (UK) Plc raised an incredible £106,000 for Loughborough-based Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People.
6 May 2011
In the spring of 2011, a small orchard of delicious delicacies hailed the world over as 'The Diamonds of the Kitchen', has been freshly planted in the Italian grounds of Appassionata's Estate Giacomo Leopardi in Montefiore dell'Aso, Le Marche.
6 May 2011
Champions (UK) Plc's young golfing sensation Scott Jamieson set the early clubhouse target in the second round of the European Tour Open de España in Barcelona.
28 April 2011
Craig Phillips writes regular columns for the Sunday Mirror as their Dr. DIY
26 April 2011
Champions (UK) Plc's regularly booked impressionist, Les Gibson appeared on Britain's Got Talent last Saturday!
21 April 2011
A quick reminder of some of the extremely exciting events already planned this year by the enterprising Events Management department at Champions (UK) Plc!
21 April 2011
Last week former World Seniors Snooker Champion Willie Thorne became the first celebrity to front the charity 'Dogs for the Disabled.'
21 April 2011
As an ambassador of Froglife Trust and showing his continued support for the organisation, Mr. Maximum, hosted their fundraising auction earlier this month.
21 April 2011
Craig Phillips is pleased to hear the recent news that Big Brother will be returning to our screens.
21 April 2011
While we all sit patiently in our Easter bonnets eagerly awaiting a visit from a certain bunny bearing chocolate we must remember to keep cosy and comfy in spring, Heat Holders are leading the way to warmth!
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