April 19th, 2012
We’re delighted to announce that we have won a prestigious award at the Independent Footwear Industry Awards.
Back in February the great and the good of the footwear world got together at the Arden Hotel in Birmingham and decided that Charles Clinkard was the best Multiple Retailer, beating the likes of John Lewis and Russell Bromley.
The event saw all the trade associations, including the British Footwear Association, the Independent Footwear Retailers Association and the Society of Shoe Fitters, working together as one to reward their peers and we’re humbled that they chose to recognise our efforts.
Our managing director, Charles Clinkard, puts the success of the company down to customer service. “Underpinning everything we do is customer service. We have an extensive training program that everyone must go through before starting on the shop floor, which amongst shoe fitting and product knowledge, prioritises customer service. In addition I believe we have more staff than most companies of our size dedicated to telephone customer service, for our online shoe shoppers. I’m delighted that the hard work of our staff has been borne out in this award and I want to thank every one of them for their efforts.”
Charles himself was nominated for Personality of the Year and was Highly Commended.
All in all, we’re rather happy about it!
We’re delighted to announce that we have won a prestigious award at the Independent Footwear Industry Awards.
Back in February the great and the good of the footwear world got together at the Arden Hotel in Birmingham and decided that Charles Clinkard was the best Multiple Retailer, beating the likes of John Lewis and Russell Bromley.
The event saw all the trade associations, including the British Footwear Association, the Independent Footwear Retailers Association and the Society of Shoe Fitters, working together as one to reward their peers and we’re humbled that they chose to recognise our efforts.
Our managing director, Charles Clinkard, puts the success of the company down to customer service.
“Underpinning everything we do is customer service. We have an extensive training program that everyone must go through before starting on the shop floor, which amongst shoe fitting and product knowledge, prioritises customer service. In addition I believe we have more staff than most companies of our size dedicated to telephone customer service, for our online shoe shoppers. I’m delighted that the hard work of our staff has been borne out in this award and I want to thank every one of them for their efforts.”
Charles himself was nominated for Personality of the Year and was Highly Commended.
All in all, we’re rather happy bunnies at the moment!
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February 22nd, 2012
Charles Clinkard has added to the shoe shops Glasgow has to offer, with our new store in the West End.
On February 22, we took the wrappers off our newly refurbished shoe shop close to the heart of Glasgow. We’re absolutely thrilled to be increasing our Scottish presence, which is why we’re offering 15% off all shoes for everyone who prints off this article and shows it in store, until March 31.
We’re based on the site of the old Sandalwoods store, one of the boutique shoe shops Glasgow houses, at 149 Byres Road, G12 8TS. It’s a great location, close to lots of amenities, and for the first time at that site, we’ll be selling men’s shoes in addition to ladies’ shoes.
That means brands like Loake and Barker shoes will be available in addition to Rieker, Ecco and Gabor shoes. Our new manager, Suzanne Eccles, is on hand to guide you through the range at Glasgow.
Glasgow’s reputation as a multicultural, vibrant and diverse city was a big draw for us. Surrounded by theatres, cafes and bars, we’re certainly not going to be short of good food and entertainment after work! One place we’ll definitely be going to is the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, pictured above, which has one of Europe’s best civic art collections.
We’re one of the largest independent chains of UK shoe shops, but we’re still family owned and run. Having only opened 3 new sites in the past 2 years, our Glasgow shoe shop is very special to us and we look forward to welcoming you there.
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January 25th, 2012
The shoe shops in Lincoln have a shiny new addition – Charles Clinkard!
To celebrate, we’re opening our doors on the 26th January and offering everyone 15% off all our shoes in the Lincoln store, from the 26th January to the 29th February. Just print off this article and bring it with you.
Lincoln is a beautiful city; steeped in over 2000 years of heritage, with natural wonderment like the Brayford Pool and manmade magnificence such as Lincoln Cathedral. As a company with over 85 years of history and an appreciation for aesthetics, we’re proud to be opening one of our shoe shops in Lincoln.
The site of the store is actually what used to be the Janel shoe shop, at 22 Guildhall Street, right in the centre of Lincoln. Our new manager there, Sharon Burton, would be delighted to run you through our collection of kids’, men’s and ladies shoes. Our popular ladies’ range includes Ecco shoes, Rieker and Gabor in addition to Barker and Loake shoes for men. Kids will be enchanted by the sparkle of the Lelli Kelly line up, the cool of the Converse Kids range and they’ll be dazzled by some of the light up shoes from Geox.
We are deeply passionate about our extensive range of comfortable, high quality shoes and our ability to exceed expectations when it comes to customer service. If there’s anything you need more information on, please do ask in our Lincoln store. Furthermore, if there’s something that you like but can’t see, just let us know and we’ll see if we can find it for you in one of our other 34 UK shoe shops.
Charles Clinkard is a small but growing independent chain and we’re very particular about our expansion. We’re delighted to be in opening our latest shoe shop in Lincoln and welcome you all to have a browse. To browse our shoes online, just go to www.charlesclinkard.co.uk.
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December 22nd, 2011
It’s been a busy few months at Charles Clinkard, ending in a crescendo of noise and activity in our shops and offices!
First off, we want to say a big thanks to everyone that took place in our survey earlier in November. Nearly 7,000 of you helped us to understand a bit more about you, meaning that we can now send you more relevant (and hopefully more interesting) emails. Mrs. C from West Kirby was the lucky winner of £50 Marks and Spencer vouchers for taking part.
The first half of December was met with the introduction of our 12 Days of Christmas extravaganza. Every day for the first 12 days of the month, we had a different offer on the website. There were discounts on big brands like Ugg boots, Hunter wellies and Gabor shoes. There were also 4 big prize draws for a digital camera, an iPod Touch, £50 M&S vouchers and £100 Charles Clinkard vouchers. Congratulations to Colin from Yorkshire, Jean from Girvan, Margaret from Stonehaven and Fran from Buckinghamshire on winning those fantastic prizes.
And that takes us to the Christmas sales, which are now in full flow across our stores nationwide. Our Gabor sale includes winter boots like the Gabor Verano, with its adjustable calf buckles, and the elegant Gabor Stream, a smart pair of knee high boots. The Ugg sale has some huge bargains that are being snapped up, like the Ugg Tularossa that has been reduced from £225 to £149. Gents should be sure to check out the popular Timberland Earthkeeper, which is down to just £69, while our kids’ shoe sale includes discounts on boys’ winter boots as well as girls’ winter boots.
We have lots of extra little helpers over the Christmas period, so if you have any questions about our shoes, then do call us and we’ll try to help in any way we can.
Have a warm and happy Christmas,
The Charles Clinkard Team
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March 1st, 2011
Designer footwear: the rise of Josef Seibel
Josef Seibel is one of the leading premium shoe manufacturers in Europe. The shoes designed by Josef Seibel offer extraordinary comfort throughout the day. They are elegant, sleek and ideal for daily use. Their collection covers both men and women in a variety of different styles.
Josef Seibel footwear is at the cutting edge of the fashion world. Vintage is all the range at the moment and that’s what Josef Seibel have conveyed with their unique yet simple collection. These shoes are perfect for those seeking a retro look at feel with subtle contemporary finishes. Below is our top picks from the Josef Seibel collection:-
Josef Seibel For Men
Josef Seibel For Women
Here at Charles Clinkard we aim to bring you only the best from the men’s fashion world, which is why we bring you an incredible range of Josef Seibel. However if Josef Seibel isn’t for you, you may want to take a look at our other top brands including Gabor, Rieker, and Clarks.
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February 24th, 2011
Lelli Kelly is a fashion forward designer of girl’s footwear. They make their fantastic range as a result of years of comprehensive study of a young girls’ environment and their demands as they continue to grow. When it comes to girl’s designer footwear, Lelli Kelly definitely sets the standard.
This year Lelli Kelly is aiming to be as innovative as ever! They’re always looking to make their footwear more comfortable, fashionable and girly. They do all this whilst keeping in mind that they will be worn when at school, playing out and doing sports. Our favourite from this seasons Lelli Kelly collection is the Lelli Kelly dolly strap school shoes. Made using black patent leather, it comes with three straps that help to transform it from school shoes to party shoes. Your little girl will love these shoes!
At Charles Clinkard we aim only to bring you the best from the designer footwear world, which is why we bring you a fantastic range of Lelli Kelly. Take a look through our Lelli Kelly shoes today!
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February 4th, 2011
Save up to a massive 50% on selected Men’s, Women’s and Kid’s shoes before the beginning of Spring. Here at Clinkards we feature a wide variety of sizes and styles from many iconic brands available online and in store, as we gear up for the beginning of the new Spring/Summer collection. From Boots, to Sandals to Slippers, there is something in the Autumn/Winter Sale for you.
With the snow gone and the weather warming our feet are looking for change. Come and have a look at all the new styles and fashion available in the 2011 Spring/Summer collection. We have everything from Ecco to Unstructured by Clarks, including new ranges of Espadrilles, Sandals, Sportswear and Canvas shoes.
Visit www.charlesclinkard.co.uk to browse our full product range, including final reductions in the Autumn/Winter Sale. Keep checking back for our new Spring/Summer collection, which will be launching online soon.
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