JEFF - FOUNDER

Originally from Kent and now an honorary Northerner, Jeff is the founder of The Light Yard. His unique experience of over 10 years in high end hospitality in London and France has allowed him to offer a personalised approach to the customer journey.

Favourite City: Avignon, France

Who would you most like to have dinner with? Michel Roux Snr

Early bird or night owl? Night owl

What are you passionate about? Family & food

Advice you would give? Don't be afraid to challenge the norm

What annoys you? Rudeness, people whistling (apart from the window cleaner), rustling packets in a cinema

GWYN - THE MASTER CRAFTSMAN

Born and raised in Derbyshire and with a degree in furniture design, Gwyn quickly discovered he had a talent for making decorative lighting and has been doing so for over 25 years.

Favourite holiday destination: Cape Town (SA)

Who would you most like to have dinner with? My wife and friends

Early bird or night owl? Early bird

What are your passions: Cycling & family

Advice you would give: Do what you say you are going do and get on with it

What annoys you? People who can't spell my name properly

ANDREA - CONCIERGE

Lancashire born Andrea heads up our concierge service keeping customers regularly informed on the progress of their orders. Her calm demeanour and friendly personality keeps day to day operations running smoothly.

Favourite city? Venice, Venice, Venice!

Who would you most like to have dinner with?- Victoria Wood & Julie Walters, Helen Mirren, Angel Strawbridge (Escape to the Chateau)

Favourite quote? Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.William Morris

What are you passionate about? All things handmade. The outdoors, sunshine and the sea.

Advice you would give: Don’t play safe or small. Take risks and do what brings you joy. Be unashamedly yourself.

ALICE - BOOKKEEPER

Having grown up in the Czech Republic and now settled in Cheshire, Alice is our fun loving adventurous Biking Bookkeeper. When she is not buried in receipts and invoices she is often found cycling between clients or hanging off the side of a mountain...climbing!

Favourite holiday destination? Pembrokeshire

Who would you most like to have dinner with? My grandma

Early bird or night owl? Night owl

What are you passionate about? Climbing & family

Advice you would give? Be honest and be yourself