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Surviving the school holidays: How working parents make it work

By Kelly Roets on 14 July 2025 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
Surviving the school holidays: How working parents make it work

For many working parents, the school holidays – especially the long six-week summer break – can feel less like a time to relax and more like a logistical mountain to climb. Half-terms and holidays bring both joy and dread: joy in spending time with children, dread in figuring out how to balance work demands with […]

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How to run an office sweepstake (that everyone will love)

By Kelly Roets on 23 June 2025 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
How to run an office sweepstake (that everyone will love)

With the Women’s Euros around the corner, there’s no better time to bring the office together for a bit of fun and friendly competition. A sweepstake is a brilliant, low-effort way to get everyone involved – whether they’re football fanatics or just in it for the prize and banter. Here’s how to organise one effortlessly, […]

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Lunch made healthy – easy ideas for WFH or office days

By Paperstone on 11 June 2025 in Health & Wellbeing, Uncategorized with 0 Comments
Lunch made healthy – easy ideas for WFH or office days

Need some healthier lunch inspiration? Feeling the pinch on your bank account, and your time? Rising prices seem to be affecting everything, from groceries to energy. As a result, people are left looking for ways to cut back on expenses wherever possible. One expense that can quickly add up is lunch for work. To make […]

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How to plan a work Summer Party (come rain or shine)

By Paperstone on 27 May 2025 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
How to plan a work Summer Party (come rain or shine)

Ah, the work summer party – the social event of the season. Spreadsheets and sales stats get swapped for sunshine (hopefully!) and spritzers. We’ve planned many summer parties and have learned some tricks along the way to share with you. So, if you’re responsible for planning this year’s bash and want it to be the […]

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World Fairtrade Day – 10th May

By Paperstone on 8 May 2025 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
World Fairtrade Day – 10th May

If you’ve ever seen that little Fairtrade label on your chocolate bar or coffee bag and thought, “Cool, but what exactly does that mean?” – don’t worry. You’re certainly not alone. What is Fairtrade? Basically, it’s all about better prices, decent working conditions, local sustainability, and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in […]

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Staying safe on the job: How to take Health & Safety seriously

By Paperstone on 28 April 2025 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
Staying safe on the job: How to take Health & Safety seriously

Let’s be honest – when you hear “health and safety in the workplace,” your first instinct might be to yawn. But trust us, it’s actually a big deal (and kind of cool when you think about it). At Paperstone, we don’t just follow the rules – we make safety part of our everyday culture. We […]

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Waste separation rules have changed – your step-by-step guide on what to do

By Paperstone on 22 April 2025 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
Waste separation rules have changed – your step-by-step guide on what to do

As of 31 March 2025, the rules around how businesses handle waste have changed. But don’t worry – we’ve broken it down into easy steps to keep you compliant and feeling good about doing your bit for the planet. Step 1: Count your crew Got 10 or more employees? Time to separate your business waste […]

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Tunbridge Wells: Paperstone’s Insider Guide for Foodies, Culture Vultures & Nature Lovers

By Paperstone on 2 April 2025 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
Tunbridge Wells: Paperstone’s Insider Guide for Foodies, Culture Vultures & Nature Lovers

Back in March 2015, we packed up our London office and made the move to Tunbridge Wells. And let’s just say, we’ve never looked back! From cosy cafés to buzzing bars and fun-filled activities, there’s plenty to love about this beautiful town. We asked our team to share their go-to spots for food, drinks, and […]

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10 sustainable products for a greener office

By Paperstone on 18 March 2025 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
10 sustainable products for a greener office

Sustainable business, it’s not going anywhere as a topic of conversation. And at Paperstone, we’re no different. We’re working to become a more sustainable business. As part of this, we’re working towards our Weaver certification. Weaver is an accredited sustainability program which helps businesses like ours to implement sustainable practices relating to carbon footprint, waste […]

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Office Life: A blast from the past (and a peek into the future)

By Paperstone on 10 March 2025 in Uncategorized with 0 Comments
Office Life: A blast from the past (and a peek into the future)

We’ve called Tunbridge Wells home for the last 10 years, after moving down from London in 2015; and it got us to thinking about how office life has changed in that time! If you travelled back to 2015, you’d probably find yourself surrounded by people in suits, bland, grey cubicles, and soul-sucking daily commutes. Fast […]

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