Rhubarb Issue 12: November 2023

W e are delighted to include the new OSE Business Directory in Rhubarb. We are keen to help OSE connect professionally and this is a celebration of the varied and interesting businesses that OSE run as well as a practical way to connect people.We hope you find it useful – do get in touch if you would like to be included in the future.

BVALUED LTD

ARTHUR BLETCHLY (Apsley, 1965-1970)

Following almost 30 years public-sector service Arthur formed bValued Ltd with an office in Cardiff. bValued Ltd mostly offers RICS Home Surveys Level 2 and standalone valuations of residential property. Prospective home buyers have little time to view properties and given that the quality of our housing stock is poor and often needs upgrading to meet the challenge of climate change, obtaining professional advice prior to committing to a purchase is of paramount importance. Arthur has expert witness training and as well as being a Chartered Valuation Surveyor is also a

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BENRILEY (Cowell’s, 2000-2005) AMICUS WEALTH AMICUSWEALTH THE OSE BUSINESS DIRECTORY Ben Riley (DipPFS) is a regulated Senior Financial Adviser at Amicus Wealth, a dynamic financial consultancy based in the City of London. With a vast amount of experience in the wealth management industry, Ben provides ongoing financial advice to a variety of individuals and businesses. Ben and the team at Amicus Wealth provide specialist advice around tax efficiency, ever-changing legislation and general retirement planning. www.amicuswealth.co.uk AQUA CULTURE UK SEAWEED PLANT FERTILISER CALLUM JONES (Kendall, 2009-2013) Aqua Culture takes pride in working with local councils, carefully selecting and extracting waste seaweed from the pristine shores of Cornwall, ensuring the highest quality and nutrient-rich content is used for their products.Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting your plant family, their range of seaweed fertilisers caters to plant lovers of all kinds.At Aqua Culture they believe in creating a sustainable and vibrant relationship with plants, setting the tone for a greener future. Explore their website, discover the wonders of seaweed, and nourish your plants with their natural and effective products.They are keen to make a positive impact on the environment with a percentage of their profits aiding marine conservation organisations and coastal protection. www.aqua-culture.co.uk 70

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ENCORE PUBLICATIONS

TIMOTHY ROGERS (Cowell’s, 1975-1980)

Founded in 1992, Encore Publications is an independent publisher with a catalogue of over 800 musical works. It is noted particularly for producing choral editions, featuring pieces by more than 100 composers including Sir Stephen Cleobury and Sir Philip Ledger.The publisher also offers hymn arrangements, which have been used in three royal weddings, the funeral of HRH Prince Philip, the state funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. www.encorepublications.com

FCPWINES

TOMELLIS (Apsley, 2002-2007)

FCP Wines is a local specialist wine trade importer and supplier offering a portfolio of wines from small passionate producers across the world.They are based in Oxfordshire and the surrounding counties and endeavour to seek out amazing and special wines from around the world to help their trade partners stand out from their competition and solidify their wine selections. Originally founded in 2007 by Tom whilst he was studying at Exeter University, the business has now grown, recently acquiring another wine business near Bristol covering much of the South of England, and launching their new Trade Portal, offering customers fast and convenient online ordering. www.fcpwines.co.uk