Ellis Wardle is a well-known face within Northwich’s business community and the owner of two successful hospitality venues. He opened Salthouse NW seven years ago, a much-loved bar offering a laid-back atmosphere, an ever-changing drinks menu, and popular Sunday sessions showcasing local musical talent. A few years later, he launched The Bullring NW, a stylish speakeasy-inspired venue known for its cocktails, live music, and private hire events.

Alongside his son, Joe Wardle, who manages the day-to-day running of both bars, Ellis has built a loyal team and strong reputation within the town’s leisure scene.

In his role as Chair of Northwich BID, Ellis works closely with BID Manager Lynn Riley, Vice Chair Abda Obeid-Findley, and fellow board members to champion positive change and growth in the town centre. Developments under his leadership include a refreshed BID Board and the creation of specialist task and finish groups, giving businesses a stronger voice in shaping Northwich’s future.

Ellis is passionate about Northwich’s potential, recognising that its independent businesses, historic attractions, and vibrant green spaces all play a vital role in the town’s continued success.

Russell is the Shopping Centre Manager for Barons Quay in Northwich and Winsford Cross. Russell has extensive experience in Retail and Property Management, having managed some of the largest and most successful shopping centres in Scotland. These include notably The Antonine Shopping Centre on the outskirts of Glasgow, and The Mercat Shopping Centre in Kirkcaldy. In addition to this experience, Russell has facilitated and overseen the takeover of shopping centres across the UK, providing onsite teams with the knowledge and experience to build them back up following previous periods of economic decline.

Prior to his career in Shopping Centre Management, Russell was highly skilled at improving the sales performances of multinational retailer Flagship premises, including Boots, Hotel Chocolat and large Cooperative Supermarkets. 

A Northwich girl, Louise started her working life in the financial services industry with a local company, undertaking many exams to become a financial adviser myself and travelling the UK to provide financial advice to employees of a builders merchants. During this time, she met her husband and decided to end her career and join the family business for a more ‘relaxed’ life!

She is now a proud mum of one, with two fur babies and a husband to look after, as well as running the family business with her mum.

Their shop is one of the longest standing businesses in Northwich, having been a wool shop since 1946 and in her family for the last 22 years.

Louise has a passion to get Northwich back on the map and before starting my family, she joined Northwich Town Council as a Councillor and worked on the Northwich Town Plan with her fellow councillors. She’s a keen advocate of the BID and was pleased to be invited to join to BID Board in 2020.

As manager of Sainsbury’s for a number of year’s Graham has seen first hand the impact of Northwich BID.  Joining the Board in September 2024 he is committed to delivering added value to visitors and  customers to Northwich as well as to his staff in the store. 

Julie has called Northwich home for 44 years, growing up in the area, it has equipped her with an extensive local knowledge and she is passionate about making a positive impact in her community. Her career includes roles at Vale Royal Borough Council, Sport Cheshire, Cheshire West and Chester, and currently working for Brio Leisure.

In June 2024 Julie took on the role of General Manager at Northwich Memorial Court, bringing 31 years of experience in the Leisure Industry, with 23 years in Management roles.

Julie is excited to join the Northwich BID Board to work to enhance communication and support local Business to make Northwich a better place to work and live.

Sam is a Cheshire West and Chester Councillor for Northwich Witton Ward and also a Northwich Town Councillor.

Born and bred in Northwich, he is passionate about the Town and it’s future.

A strong family man with four grown up children and seven grandkids, Sam’s wife is a retired teacher and three of his children are teachers.

Sam is a retired career police officer trained to Senior Investigating Officer level.

Following his police career he taught at Mid Cheshire College and then became a Mental Health Advocate.

He is the chair of the CWAC Places Scrutiny Committee, the Northwich Regeneration Forum and the Northwich and Winsford District Advisory Panel.

His passion is rugby union and he is a past player, coach and Chairman of Northwich RUFC.