Tag Archives: NAFAS

The genius of Jonathan Moseley

Posted on May 18, 2012 by ect_admin

An interview with the floristry legend and NAFAS national demonstrator, Jonathan Moseley. Jonathan is responsible for the NAFAS exhibit at the Chelsea Flower Show this year, which ECT Travel have sponsored. By Richard Forsyth ECT Travel: How did you get … Continue reading →

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Flowers by the Sea

Posted on February 10, 2012 by ect_admin

We talk to Margaret Marriott, the NAFAS (National Association of Flower Arrangment Societies) national publicity officer, about what to expect at the NAFAS National Show 2012, held in Southport between 12-14th July. Interview by Richard Forsyth ECT: Why was Southport … Continue reading →

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Ever thought about being a group organiser?

Posted on February 9, 2012 by ect_admin

A group organiser who regularly books with ECT Travel explains what the role entails, with tips on how to do a good job. If you are considering starting the ball rolling to organise a tour then this should make useful … Continue reading →

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Coventry Cathedral celebrates Golden Jubilee

Posted on February 3, 2012 by ect_admin

A floral celebration will mark the 50th anniversary of Coventry Cathedral in May. NAFAS (National Association of Flower Arrangement Societies) South Midlands have been coordinating the event and ECT Travel are sponsoring it. We talk to Barbara Collins about the … Continue reading →

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CEO Life – Getting ready for Southport and the National Show

Posted on January 26, 2012 by ect_admin

The NAFAS National Show is being hosted in Southport this year. As this is a new destination for us, with new hotels, I wished to make a visit in person, to make sure I was happy with our arrangements. By … Continue reading →

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Gail Anderson – A Florist in Profile

Posted on September 30, 2011 by ect_admin

Gail Anderson is a shining star in floristry. She was pivotal in putting together the recent World Flower Council Summit event in London in September, namely ‘Quintessentially British… with a Twist’ – which was supported logistically by ECT Travel. By … Continue reading →

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