We never lose sight of the fact that our success lies rooted in the enthusiasm, talent and commitment of our people. We are dedicated to caring for our team and rely on them to continue to deliver our world class wines. We believe that the happier our people are at Chapel Down, the finer the wine will taste.
Sponsor our Winemaker on the Great North Run
Our new Head Winemaker Andrew Parley is taking part in the Great North Run this year on Sunday the 19th of September joining 54,000 other people to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of this great sporting event. Andrew is running for The Alzhiemers Society and you can sponsor him via this link. http://www.justgiving.com/andrew-parley
Thank you in advance for your support.
Award Winning Employees
We were delighted when, at the Recent Pride in Ashford and Tenterden Awards our very own Digby Welch was awarded Attraction Employee of the Year. Over recent months members of the public have been voting for a range of categories recognising businesses and individuals who excel in offering fantastic customer service in our local area. Our retail team were also nominated in the Team of the Year category. Digby has worked at Chapel Down for 6 years and the award is a fitting recognition for his brilliant contribution to the retail and tourism team. (April 2010)
CHAPEL DOWN EMPLOYEE PROFILE
Lucy Patridge - Retail Manager
Lucy has worked as part of the Retail and Tourism team at Chapel Down since 2006 and for the last year has been our Retail Manager. In July of this year Lucy led the team to win the Best Leisure and Tourism category at the Kent Excellence in Business Awards 2010.
Name: Lucy Patridge
Job Title: Retail Manager
Favourite Drink: Tea - nice and strong!
Favourite Meal: Spaghetti Bolognese
What do you enjoy doing outside of work: Seeing my friends and family
What's your Dessert Island Disk: Simply Red's Greatest Hits
What's your Favourite Book or Movie: Forrest Gump
Who's the Greatest Ever Englishman/woman: Margaret Thatcher
Something that would surprise us about you: I am actually quite good at Badminton!
Any other interesting facts: I am obsessed with Will Young for no real reason!