Everything Dinosaur’s export sales have been recognised by the Chamber of Commerce.  The UK company has been shortlisted for the International Trader of the Year category at the 2025 South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. This is the second category that Mike and Sue (Everything Dinosaur) have been nominated for.  This week, the company was nominated for its collaboration with other organisations.

To read about this earlier nomination: Excellence in Collaboration Finalist.

Sue commented:

“We have once again been recognised for our international sales.  Everything Dinosaur is a global success.”

Everything Dinosaur is a finalist in the South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards 2025 in the International Trader of the Year category.

Nominated for International Trader of the Year

This shortlisting highlights the company’s remarkable international growth. Everything Dinosaur supplies dinosaur models, toys, and educational resources to customers across more than a hundred countries. The nomination reflects the business’s ability to combine specialist knowledge with outstanding customer service on a global scale.

At the same time, the company continues to remain firmly rooted in the local community. Based in Cheshire, Everything Dinosaur supports schools, museums, and educational outreach programmes. This strong local foundation, along with their dedication to customer service has helped fuel international sales.

Being shortlisted as an International Trader of the Year finalist demonstrates the company’s commitment to excellence in overseas trade. The South Cheshire Chamber Awards shine a spotlight on businesses that drive growth and innovation. Everything Dinosaur is proud to be recognised alongside other outstanding companies. The prestigious awards ceremony takes place on Friday, November the 14th (2025).

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“There’s lots of competition for this accolade.  Just to be shortlisted is an incredible achievement.  Sue and I are honoured and humbled.  In addition, we recognise that as a finalist, our little business must be getting a lot right when it comes to selling overseas.”

The award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Everything Dinosaur.

Everything Dinosaur is a finalist in the Excellence in Collaboration category at the forthcoming South Cheshire Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.  Mike and Sue have been members of the local Chamber for years. The role of a Chamber of Commerce is to support and represent businesses in south Cheshire. Their goal is to promote the economic growth of their members and the local community.

The company is honoured to have been nominated as a finalist. The award ceremony takes place on the 14th of November (2025).

The UK-based mail order company is a finalist in the Excellence in Collaboration category at the South Cheshire Chamber Business Awards 2025.

The Excellence in Collaboration Category

The Excellence in Collaboration award recognises firms that show dedication.  Businesses that work in collaboration with other organisations to deliver positive outcomes. The development of the Everything Dinosaur Evolution range involved Mike and Sue working with a diverse range of companies, organisations and other bodies.  For example, proof of concept was demonstrated working in collaboration with Liverpool John Moores University and Mike worked closely with Manchester Metropolitan University exploring innovation.

Commenting on the work with academics and students Mike stated:

“It was wonderful to be able to work with these universities.  Their contribution proved pivotal in helping to get our own range of prehistoric animal figures off the ground. Furthermore, we were able to work with students and to help them with their studies and we were able to expose them to real issues in the commercial world.”

Unbox history! The Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex model is the first dinosaur model to have a digital product passport. In addition, the plan is to remove single use plastic bags from the packaging. The dinosaur model range has been developed through the collaboration of academia, business advisors and commercial companies. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To view the Everything Dinosaur Evolution range: Everything Dinosaur Evolution.

Sue from the company added:

“We are truly honoured and humbled to be a finalist in this category.  Everything Dinosaur collaborates with a wide range of different organisations.  Our nomination is tangible proof of our commitment to supporting the wider community.”

The award-winning and customer-friendly company website: Everything Dinosaur.

Canadian dinosaur model fans may face delivery delays due to strike action at Canada Post. The strike has already affected parcel services across the country.  We have been informed by UK Royal Mail that any items sent but not delivered at the beginning of the strike action are being held by Canada Post until the end of strike action and will be delivered once operations resume.  Unfortunately, we do not know when this industrial action will end.

Royal Mail services to Canada have now been suspended.

We thank the international team at Royal Mail for keeping Everything Dinosaur team members informed.

Everything Dinosaur team members have taken steps to help minimise disruption for customers, but due to industrial action in Canada deliveries of parcels to that country will be subject to delays. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Reassuring Canadian Dinosaur Model Fans

We want to reassure Canadian dinosaur model fans that we are monitoring the situation carefully. As soon as normal postal services resume, we will get parcels destined for addresses in Canada sent out. The industrial action is beyond our control, but we understand how important your models are to you. Every order will be packed and ready to move as soon as the opportunity arises.

We will update customers if anything changes.  You can also contact us for advice about your order: Email Everything Dinosaur.

Canadian dinosaur model fans remain very important to us. We value your patience and loyalty during this difficult time.  Hopefully, this industrial action will not impact the festive season.

Our promise is simple. The moment parcels can be despatched, they will be sent without delay.

Thank you for supporting our prehistoric animal range. We look forward to sending your next model very soon.

The award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Figures.

Sue from Everything Dinosaur has had a busy few days.  On top of all her other work, Sue has been busy re-arranging the layout of the Everything Dinosaur warehouse.  Lots of deliveries of prehistoric animal models are expected.  Her tessellating skills are being put to good use organising the racking bays and creating space.  In addition, Mike and Sue have been able to set aside cardboard ready to be sent for recycling.

Sue explained that she had wanted to develop the capacity of the warehouse for some time.  Furthermore, additional storage space nearby has been acquired.  With so many product deliveries scheduled, it was imperative that the warehouse layout was improved to permit space for all the new prehistoric animal figures.  Shipments from Haolonggood, PNSO, Rebor, Beasts of the Mesozoic and Bullyland are expected.  Moreover, room has to be created to accommodate the new Everything Dinosaur Evolution T. rex figures. These models are due to arrive at the Everything Dinosaur warehouse in November.

The racking arrangements and the location of product pallets have been re-arranged in the Everything Dinosaur warehouse. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Utilising the Space in the Everything Dinosaur Warehouse

Planning skills have been utilised to improve the layout of the warehouse.  Access to racking and pallet bays have improved.  In addition, the company has been able to prepare a large quantity of cardboard ready for recycling.  Sue’s administration and planning skills have enabled more pallet spaces to be created.  The area close to the roller shutter doors has been cleared which will make receipt of goods more efficient.

Commenting on this successful operation Sue stated:

“I have used my planning skills to redesign parts of our warehouse.  Even with several thousand square feet of storage space, we need to ensure that we maximise the space and make the layout more efficient and user friendly.  In addition, I have been liaising with our packaging suppliers to ensure that we can co-ordinate packaging deliveries with our expected shipment arrivals.”

The Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Figures.

We made the Everything Dinosaur Evolution logo in our website header more visible. We changed it from gold to white.  Both these colours are within the Everything Dinosaur Evolution brand identity guide.  However, a white logo on a dark green background is easier to see.  The gold logo in the header was not clear.  The contrast between its colour and the background was not big enough. The change makes the Evolution logo more visible.

The Everything Dinosaur Evolution logo becomes more visible. The original logo in the “palaeo gold” colouration did not stand out against the dark green background. The original layout can be seen in this image. For visitors with sight issues, the logo did not stand out against the dark background. It was not visible enough. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Mike and Sue have changed the logo colour to improve site visibility and accessibility.

Making the Everything Dinosaur Evolution Logo More Visible

Replacing the gold logo with a white one improves accessibility.  Therefore, visitors with impaired vision can recognise it faster and navigate with confidence. High contrast helps everyone. Moreover, white on dark backgrounds reduces eye strain and confusion. Consequently, users locate key actions sooner and feel more comfortable and in control. Accessibility is not only about compliance. Importantly, it improves brand clarity and trust. Furthermore, clear icons shorten journeys and increase on-site engagement.

The social media buttons in the header of the Everything Dinosaur website have been changed. The Everything Dinosaur Evolution button is now in white. This makes the icon more visible. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Commenting on this change, Mike stated:

“It might only be a small step, but we want to make our site more accessible.  We recognise we have a long way to go, but we have made changes to improve the contrast between a logo and the background.  The Everything Dinosaur Evolution icon is more visible in the header section. Please review your own header if you have a website. If contrast is weak, brighten it. This will make a difference for those in the community who have impaired vision.”

Visit the award-winning and more accessible Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Models and Toys.

We are delighted to share that Everything Dinosaur has received yet another glowing 5-star Feefo review. This time, the feedback comes from a valued customer in France. Positive reviews like this highlight the passion we put into every prehistoric animal we sell. After all, we are model collectors too.

The French customer review highlighted our professionalism.  We try our best. Reviews like this mean a lot to us.

Another 5-star Feefo review for Everything Dinosaur’s customer service. Picture credit: Feefo.

Picture credit: Feefo

A 5-star Feefo Review from France

The customer went onto to write:

“After order registration, first friendly quick contact with Mike. Rare items well packaged. Two days to arrive in my letter box. I don’t know Sue yet, but I think they must complement each other wonderfully.”

Each 5-star Feefo review offers independent proof that customers value our dedication. Feedback also helps new collectors choose Everything Dinosaur with confidence. After all, Feefo only collects genuine reviews from verified buyers.

The award-winning and highly rated Everything Dinosaur website: Prehistoric Animal Models.

Keeping information clear and up to date is vital for any successful business. We have just updated Everything Dinosaur FAQ’s. It is important to ensure customers have fast access to the answers they need. Regular updates save time, improve service, and show Sue and I care.

Updating the Everything Dinosaur FAQ’s. We put customers first by offering clear guidance and friendly support at every step. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Everything Dinosaur FAQ’s – Providing Helpful Information

On-line shoppers want rapid answers. Enquiries about inventory, questions about delivery and shipping and asking about restocking. In addition, we get asked lots of questions about dinosaur models. By updating our FAQ’s, we give visitors confidence. Customers can trust the information provided. This makes it easier to buy dinosaur models and prehistoric animal figures on-line.

FAQ’s is an acronym for Frequently Asked Questions.  Having an effective set of these questions also makes the company more efficient. Instead of answering the same questions repeatedly, we can focus on helping customers with unique enquiries. Clear, updated FAQ pages reduce email traffic. That means orders are processed smoothly and customer service is rapid.

Regular updates to Everything Dinosaur FAQ’s highlight our commitment to customer care. We want customers to feel supported. Posting answers on the website and our Google Business Profile ensures information is available all the time. They are available 24-hours a day. It proves we listen, respond, and try to help.

We demonstrate our commitment to excellent customer service by responding quickly and keeping information accurate and up to date.

Sue from Everything Dinosaur explained:

“Simple but powerful, FAQ updates create real benefits. They save time, improve efficiency, and give customers confidence. At Everything Dinosaur FAQ’s, every update demonstrates our dedication to service. Customers know we are ready to help, whether they are searching for the latest dinosaur figure or seeking information about shipping.”

The award-winning and recently updated Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur and Prehistoric Animal Models.

At Everything Dinosaur, we try our best to support the wider community.  For example, we were invited to Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) to participate on a panel in support of the University’s bid to maintain their EQUIS accreditation.  EQUIS accreditation is a prestigious international quality benchmarking system for business schools.  It is a highly prized accolade for the business faculty at any university.  Having worked with students and participated in training courses, we wanted to provide our support in this accreditation process. In addition, we believe in giving back to the wider community and helping students and teaching staff where we can. Naturally, I brought a dinosaur model into the University.  It was the CollectA Furcatoceratops dinosaur model.

Taking a CollectA Furcatoceratops dinosaur model into Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU). Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

The CollectA Furcatoceratops Dinosaur Model Goes to University

When explaining to other panel members about what we do it helps to provide tangible evidence of the quality of prehistoric animal figures.  Furthermore, it is a great ice breaker.  It seems that most people are interested in dinosaurs and want to learn more. EQUIS is a comprehensive quality review system for business schools and management institutions. Its rigorous peer-review process signals the overall quality of the institution.  The assessment process is challenging.  Mike outlined the involvement the University had in the development of the Everything Dinosaur Evolution brand.

To view this range of scientifically accurate dinosaur models: Everything Dinosaur Evolution Models.

The CollectA model helped to demonstrate the quality of figures that are available to model collectors.

One of the benefits of a taking a dinosaur to the University is that we get to meet and talk with so many talented and passionate academics and business leaders. We get to talk about dinosaurs too.

Manchester Metropolitan University will be informed of the decision in December (2025). We wish all those involved with the project success.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“It was an honour to be able to visit the University and to help in their submission to EQUIS.  It would be wonderful if Manchester Metropolitan University could once again be awarded this prestigious accolade.”

The customer friendly Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Models and Figures.

Mike and Sue from Everything Dinosaur celebrate another positive Feefo review from a customer who gives the company 5-stars for customer service.  It is always a pleasure to receive feedback from our customers.

Another extremely positive Feefo review received by Sue and Mike from Everything Dinosaur. It is five stars for Everything Dinosaur’s customer service. Picture credit: Feefo.

Picture credit: Feefo

The reviewer, a regular customer praised Mike and Sue for the swift despatch of their order.  The review highlights the next day delivery.

A Positive Feefo Review

The customer stated:

“Excellent service as always from Everything Dinosaur.  Ordered the previous day and came the next day by 09.30am.  This is the best company I’ve ever dealt with.  Sue and Mike do a fantastic job.”

Over the last year the mail order company has received more than four hundred and fifty five-star reviews.  Ninety-nine percent of all Everything Dinosaur’s reviews in the last twelve months have been five-star reviews.  Indeed, Everything Dinosaur has won awards for its superb customer service.

Mike commented that it was always a pleasure receiving feedback from genuine customers.

He added:

“Feedback from customers is important.  Every review we post up is a genuine customer review.  We read all of them and respond to all those that require a reply.  We are honoured and humbled by such positive Feefo reviews.”

The award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Dinosaur Toys and Models.

This is an important message for all customers ordering from Everything Dinosaur for delivery of parcels to the USA. As of 18:00 hours (BST), 13:00 hours EST, (Sunday 24th August 2025), Everything Dinosaur temporarily suspended shipments to the United States. With the removal of the de minimis for all parcels destined for the USA coming into force at midnight on August 28th, we are anticipating considerable confusion and delays within the American postal system.

In order to protect our customers, we reluctantly took the decision to suspend parcel shipments to America.  Deliveries to other countries are unaffected.

Everything Dinosaur – a leading supplier of dinosaur toys and models is working hard to help American customers. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Finding a Solution for Parcels to the USA

However, we continue to work hard to find a solution.  It is our intention to ensure that the tariffs and duties being applied to parcels sent to the USA are made as transparent as possible for our American customers. Indeed, we will do our best to absorb some of the additional fees and charges that are going to result from the removal of de miminis. Furthermore, we have spent much of the last four weeks working in collaboration with couriers to find workable solutions.

Sadly, due to the removal of de minimis, prices for American customers are likely to increase.  However, no other countries will be affected.

Mike from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We are continuing to explore ways in which we can provide information on the tariffs due on parcels destined for the USA.  Sue and I apologise for the inconvenience this suspension has caused but we do want to avoid parcels getting held up in the U.S. customs network.  We are doing all we can to find a solution.”

Everything Dinosaur is aiming to reintroduce shipping to America in the near future, perhaps within the next few days.

The award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Everything Dinosaur.