The worcestershire grapevine december 2014 v2 by Betty-Ann Ambury

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TC Fireplaces

Happy New Year

The Beauty & History of Glencoe

The Cheeseboard

Abbey Road Christmas Trees

Prepaid Funeral Plans

Pershore High School

Girlguiding Worcestershire

Bishampton History Society

ALM Fitness

Cats Protection

Christmas Recipes

Santa Safari

Things to do in December

West Mercia Police

Coffee Break

Rotary Club of Pershore

Community Contacts

Dogs for the Disabled

Index of Advertisers

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Hello and welcome to the Christmas issue of

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Once again another year has flown by and we'll soon be welcoming in 2015. This month, being the Christmas issue, we have a couple of delicious Christmas recipes for you to try, and if you're looking for somewhere to get your Christmas tree, then pop along to Abbey Road Christmas Trees in Evesham where you'll find a fantastic selection of home-grown trees to choose from. If you're thinking of sprucing up the house with a new fireplace, then TC Fireplaces in Pershore is the place to go, and Christmas dinner just wouldn't be right without a cheese platter to round off the meal, so go along to The Cheeseboard in Malvern where you'll find a wonderful selection of cheeses. I hope 2014 has been a good year for all of you, and I'd like to thank everyone - advertisers, writers and readers who have supported the magazine, both as The Villager and now as The Worcestershire Grapevine. And now all that's left is for me to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Betty

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elebrating the coming of the New Year has been a tradition dating back as far as 2000 BC to the Babylonians who celebrated it on the day of the Vernal Equinox in the middle of March. The Romans recognised 1st March as New Year’s Day in their calendar, then with the advent of the Gregorian calendar in the time of Pope Gregory XIII, New Year's Day became 1st January, which is why as Big Ben strikes midnight on 31st December, we now sing ‘Should auld acquaintance be forgot’, courtesy of Robert Burns, and wish all around us a Happy New Year. New Year, like all holidays and festivals, has its traditions, the singing of Auld Lang Syne being one of the most well-known. The song was written by Robert Burns in 1788, but only gained real popularity in the 19th century with Scottish immigrants to Canada and America, and over time has become what could be described as the New Year anthem. Other traditions and superstitions associated with New Year including First Footing. Originating in Scotland, this tradition involves a male, preferably tall and dark, being the first to enter the house on New Year’s Day. The First Footer generally carries gifts – coins, coal, salt, bread, drink (preferably whisky) – or a combination of these, presenting financial prosperity, warmth, flavour, food, and good cheer. Early Christians believed the first day of the New Year should be spent reflecting on past mistakes and resolving to improve oneself in the year to come, which is no doubt the origin of New Year’s resolutions – those good intentions that few of us ever manage to keep! In Colombia, walk around your block with an empty suitcase if you want a year full of travel. If you’re Dutch 10

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then bonfires of Christmas trees on the street and launching fireworks is your thing: the fires purge the Old Year and welcome in the New Year. In Spain the ritual on New Year's Eve is to eat twelve grapes at midnight. This is meant to secure twelve happy months in the coming year One famous tradition in America is the dropping of the New Year ball in Times Square in New York at 11:59pm. Thousands gather to watch the ball take one minute to descend, arriving at exactly midnight. The original ball was built from iron and wood, lit with one hundred incandescent light bulbs, weighed 700 pounds, measured 5 feet in diameter and was hoisted onto the building's flagpole by a team of six men. Once it hit the roof of the building, the ball was designed to complete an electric circuit to light a 5-foot tall sign indicating the New Year, and trigger a fireworks show. The first ever "ball drop" was held on 31st December 1907, welcoming in the year 1908. A more recent tradition here in the UK is the gathering of the crowds on the South Bank in London to watch the spectacular fireworks and London Eye lit up like you’ve never seen it. As with New York, thousands of people from around the world make their way through the course of the day to stand along the banks of the Thames to watch the firework display and welcome in the New Year with a truly rousing rendition of Auld Lang Syne. So wherever you are and whatever your traditions, when the clock strikes midnight on 31st December, raise your glass and “… tak a cup o' kindness yet, For auld lang syne.”

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The Beauty and History of Glencoe article & photographs by Pamela Green

ncient volcanoes, ice age glaciers, the scouring of the wind and the rain have shaped the mountains of Glencoe over millions of years. It is one of the most spectacular landscapes in Britain and is bounded on all sides by ancient rock faces which reach a thousand metres and seem to touch the sky. This is a land whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very rocks have history that stretch back to a time before man, when the only living things were primitive creatures which lived in the sea. It was over two million years ago that glaciers and ice sheets sculptured these mountains. This was in a time when the ice age gripped the earth. Eventually the ice sheet melted and the mountains became wet and mild. But the ice sheet returned and the temperature dropped again. Once more the glaciers formed and it scoured out the beautiful valley of Glencoe. The views in this area are spectacular and you can even get a breathtaking sight of Ben Nevis. The underlying rocks provide soil for some of the rarest plants in Britain: Water Avens, a delicate bell shaped flower, and Dwarf Willow are some of the species found; Parsley Fern, and Morning Dew, commonly known as Asters just grow wild. Glencoe forest is home for many lower plants, such as Lichens, Fungi,

Ferns, Mosses and Liverworts. Flowering plants include Primrose, Bluebell and Wood Anemones. Summer visiting songbirds include Redstart, Pied Flycatcher, and Wood Warbler. You may also see Snow Bunting birds, Buzzards and the Great Spotted Woodpecker. The rocky terrain also provides natural habitat for many other animals, and insects. You may be lucky to see Red and Roe Deer and Mountain Hares. Glencoe Forest is working with the Scottish Woodland Alliance, local schools, communities and visitors to encourage them to a better understanding of woodland environment. The Salachan Burn flows through the heart of the woodland and keen observers may see the Atlantic Salmon and the Brown Trout, swimming up to their spawning grounds. If you could spend an hour panning you may find a few flakes of native Scottish gold. They call it Appin gold and it was used in the Scottish crown jewels. Glencoe also has some rare species of plants. These are used in medicines and have been given extra protection. Today with easier transport and more leisure time even more people visit Glencoe for walking and climbing holidays, but the increasing numbers also bring an added pressure to manage the landscape, protect its habitat and safeguard the wildlife.

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o what's the best cheese to buy at Christmas time? There are some fantastic cheeses out there at this time of year and some are very seasonal. So let's start of with some good basic cheeses: Cropwell Bishop Stilton, Snowdonia Black Bomber, Hereford Hop, Hawes Wensleydale & Cranberry and a nice soft Somerset Brie. For something a bit different why not try some Cave Aged Cheddar Gorge, matured in the

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Take advantage of the season's peaches with this cobbler which lets the flavour shine through, high-lighted by lemon and cinnamon for a light and tart treat.

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Serves 6

Ingredients 100mg caster sugar 1 tablespoon cornflour ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 680g fresh peaches, peeled, stoned and sliced 1 teaspoon lemon juice 125g plain flour 1 tablespoon caster sugar 1½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 3 tablespoon butter 120ml milk Method ● Preheat oven to 200 C, Gas 6. ●

Combine caster sugar, cornflour and cinnamon in a large saucepan. Stir in peaches and lemon juice, tossing until peaches are evenly coated.

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Cook filling over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens and boils for one minute..

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Combine flour, caster sugar, baking powder and salt in mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly and rub in margarine to crumb. Add milk and stir.

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Ingredients 250g Copha (available online from www.sanza.co.uk) OR 250g white chocolate 140g icing sugar 180g sultanas 100g chopped glace cherries 100g finely chopped dried apricots 85g desiccated coconut 100g full cream milk powder 40g rice crispies Method ● Line an 18cm by 28cm cake pan with baking paper. ●

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Mon 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th December Quiz Night at The Old Oak Pub Every Monday at 8.30pm. Free entry. First prize £30 cash. The Old Oak Pub, 40 Stonebow Road, Drakes Broughton, Pershore WR10 2AP. Tel: 01905 841897. Tuesday 2nd, 9th, 16th & 23rd December Christmas by Candlelight A magical dining experience with a festive twist. Lit only by candlelight and the roaring open fires, the Fleece offer evening dining with a difference. Deposits required for tables over 5, pre orders and pre payment required for tables over 12. Call 01386 831173 to book. 6.30pm to 9pm. The Cross, Bretforton, Evesham, WR11 7JE. www.thefleeceinn.co.uk Wednesday 3rd December Mark Steels Back In Town The Mark Steels In Town show, based on the Radio 4 series, has now been to at least 5 million places. It’s a sparkling verdict on humanity that he’s mocked them all and is somehow still alive. For this show he’s found dozens more towns to humiliate, and pledges to discover what makes Bromsgrove ridiculous. www.marksteelinfo.com 8pm to 10pm. £15. Tel: 01527 577330. Slideslow Drive, Bromsgrove, B60 1PQ. www.artrix.co.uk Saturday 6th December An Evening with Des O’Connor A rare opportunity to see a true show business legend live on stage for a wonderful evening of comedy, laughter and music. Don't miss this! Starts 7:30pm. Tickets £25 from www. EveshamArtsCentre.co.uk and Evesham Almonry, Abbey Road, Evesham, WR11 4BG. Tel: 01386446944. Evesham Arts Centre, Victoria Avenue, Evesham, WR11 4QH. www.eveshamartscentre. co.uk/an_evening_with_des_oconnor Saturday 6th December Feltmakers Association 10.30am - 4.30pm at Bishampton near Pershore. Make your own felted Christmas Decorations. Using natural materials of wool and silk, you can make several different types of decorations for

your Christmas tree or hall during this fun, Christmassy day. Tutor Cheryl Cracknell. £10. To book call 01386 462385 or e-mail cherry@ cracknellz.freeserve.co.uk. Sunday 7th December Rushwick Village Hall Craft Fair Christmas Craft Fair in Rushwick Village Hall. Free parking/admission. Refreshments served all day. Donation to The YMCA. Variety of lovely stalls including jewelley, handbags/scarves, Christmas decorations, knitting, hand-made cards, to name a few. Father Christmas arriving at 3pm. Christmas Raffle. Free admission. 11am to 4pm. Tables £15. Tel: 07454 400893. Rushwick Village Hall, Bransford Road, Rushwick, WR2 5TA Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th December Happy Steps Presents: A Donkey’s Christmas Tale Join the Musical Theatre Groups from Happy Steps for their Annual Christmas Show. Guaranteed to start your Christmas with style. A different look at the Christmas Story through the eyes of an onlooker. Ballet, jazz, tap, musical theatre, singing and drama. A family show not to be missed. 2.30pm. £8. Tel: 01905 770154. Friar Street, Droitwich Spa, WR9 8ED Sunday 14th December Bretforton Silver Band Christmas Concert Join Bretforton Silver Band and let the Christmas fun begin! Conductor John Wood will lead the band in a packed programme of festive favourites from 7.30pm. Tickets £8 from the arts Centre Box Office at The Almonry Museum. Tel: 01386 446944. Evesham Arts Centre, Evesham, WR11 4QH. www.eveshamartscentre.co.uk. Sunday 14th December So Sunday, So Santa A truly festive introduction to the season of jolliness, the bearded man himself will be visiting the Fleece Inn to spend an afternoon story telling, including live music and carol singing. 12pm. Free Entry. Tel: 01386 831173. The Cross, Bretforton, Evesham, WR11 7JE. www.thefleeceinn.co.uk Wednesday 17th to Sunday 21st December Aladdin The Pantomime A terrifically funny pantomime, with some great

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Things to do in December jokes and one-liners. Look out for an amazing UV flying carpet scene that promises to take you on a magical journey to a far away land. 2pm to 4pm & 7pm to 9pm. Tel: 01527 577330. Tickets £13 (£12, £11.25 family of 4 each). Slideslow Drive, Bromsgrove, B60 1PQ. www.allandsundry.org Friday 19th December Friends of St. James Christmas Celebration A non-religious service with witty readings and carols, with mulled wine and nibbles. 7.30pm St James Church, Bishampton.

Wednesday 31st December New Year’s Eve 1940s Party Welcome drink followed by four courses. Dress code: Black tie with a 40's twist. Tickets available online, by phone or in the Gift Shop. Visit Jinney Ring website for full details and menu. £60. Tel: 01527 821272. Hanbury Road, Hanbury, Bromsgrove, B60 4BU. www.jinneyring.co.uk

Monday 22nd & Tuesday 23rd December Cathedral Carol Services Tickets not required, arrive early to secure a seat. 6.30pm to 7.45pm. Tel: 01905 732900. Free entry.

The Ramblers Festival of Winter Walks 21st December 2014 to 1st January 2015 Worcester Ramblers Group have a wide variety of walks over the Christmas and New Year period. Bring stout shoes, a waterproof coat, something to eat and drink for mid-morning. No need to contact anyone, just turn up at the meeting point of your chosen walk and join in. 10am start.

Thursday 25th December Christmas Day Evensong with Carols All welcome. 4pm to 5.15pm. Free entry. Chapter Office, 8 College Yard, Worcester, WR1 2LA. www.worcestercathedral.co.uk

Sunday 21st December - Worcester Woods Leisurely 4.5 mile walk through woodland and meadows in the Warndon and Ronkswood area. Worcester Woods Countryside Centre, Wildwood Way, Worcester, WR5 2NP. Sandra: 07553 637671

Monday 29th December Children’s School Holiday Pottery Sessions An ideal opportunity for aspiring young potters to work with professional, ceramic artists. Experience hands on real clay with an exciting variety of making techniques. The 1½ hour sessions take place throughout the day and are designed to suit either 4-8yrs and 9-12yrs. Big emphasis on having fun and learning via enjoyment. Pre-booking essential. Tel: 01531 633886. £15 per child. (10% discount for 3 or more places booked). Price includes all materials and firing costs. Home Farm, Eastnor, Ledbury, HR8 1RD. www.eastnorpottery.co.uk

Saturday 27th December - Droitwich Leisurely walk 5 mile walk along a section of the Worcester-Birmingham canal. St Peters Church Car Park, St Peters Church Lane, Droitwich, WR9 7AN. Dena: 01905 774452.

Wednesday 31st December New Year’s Eve Ceilidh Join the Fleece Inn this New Year’s Eve for our fancy dress and Ceilidh celebrations. The Blue Socks Ceilidh Band will be the entertainment for the evening. Ticket prices include entrance, a hot supper and bonfire. Starts at 8pm, supper at 10pm. Kids and families are welcome; this year’s fancy dress theme is Sci-Fi! £12pp or family ticket 2 adults, 2 children £32. Tel: :01386 831173. The Cross, Bretforton, Evesham, WR11 7JE. www. thefleeceinn.co.uk

Tuesday 30 December - Great Malvern A 5 mile walk with plenty of 'rest stops' at points of interest. No need to carry a lunch but there will be a coffee stop. Meet at the larger of the two car parks in Priory Road WR14 3DS - opposite Malvern Splash. Derek: 07730 221444.

Monday 29th December - Spetchley Moderately paced 5 mile walk, makes use of footpaths and tracks, across pasture and possibly some ploughed fields. In the case of adverse weather please check www.worcesterramblers. org.uk before leaving home. Worcester Woods Countryside Centre Wildwood Drive, Worcester, WR5 2NP. Martyn & Helen: 07951 722305

Thursday 1st January 2015 - Malvern Hills Leisurely walk of about 5 miles to Holywell and back. Bring a mid-morning drink. British Camp Car Park, Malvern, WR13 6DW. £3 fee applicable. Dave: 07810 398233

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West Mercia

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Police Launch Emergency Contact Disc As Alternative to Tax Disc Warwickshire Police and West Mercia Police are pleased to announce the launch of our tax disc replacement: the Emergency Contact Disc. The Emergency Contact Disc contains next of kin contact details and medical alert information for the driver. In the event of a medical emergency or road traffic collision that renders the occupants unable to communicate, a first responder will be able to obtain vital information that is not otherwise accessible at the scene. The disc can be cut out and placed into the now otherwise redundant tax disc holder, the information sections fold inwards so it would not be viewed by passers by. PC Dave Wise, the West Mercia officer behind the idea said, â&#x20AC;?The information within the disc could be vital to save lives or quickly locate a casualty's next of kin, something that can be time consuming at the scene of a serious incident. All information is optional and the blank discs can be used to add customised information, or attach a passport photo to help link the information to the right person. If there is more than one regular driver or even regular passengers, consider printing multiple discs and add a photo or description of each person. The Emergency Contact Disc can be used alongside existing medical alert products like bracelets and necklaces.â&#x20AC;? PC Wise added "If people have concerns about security of information, they can omit certain details. We would advise that if the next of kin address is the same as the driver's address, it may be sensible to leave this portion blank.

The information within the disc would give little or no information away that could aid potential criminals and any slight risk is far outweighed by the benefits". The Emergency Contact Disc can be downloaded from the West Mercia Police website www. westmercia.police.uk. The questions & feedback that we need to acknowledge or explain have been: Q. Are my details visible to the public? A. No, folding the disc with the information within keeps it private inside your vehicle. Q. Can criminals use this for ID theft? A. The information contained within is easily accessible elsewhere and is entirely optional to include in the disc. Do not include anything you feel uncomfortable sharing. Q. What if there are multiple drivers? A. Consider printing several discs to store in the vehicle and include passport photos or descriptions for each driver. Q. Why not just use my phone or wallet to hold these details? A. At the scene of an accident it is difficult to access personal property or overcome smartphone security to find critical information. The disc displays the same information clearly and prominently. Q. Can I customise this disc for my own service? A.Yes, contact corporate comms or david.s.wise@ westmercia.pnn.police.uk to obtain a customisable version, however the nationally recognisable format is important to ensure a first responder recognised the disc as a NOK & medical alert info card.

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Riverside pub & dining for all the family

Christmas Day Menu

Roasted tomato and basil soup with garlic croutons and crusty bread Oven baked goats cheese wrapped in Parma ham served on a bed of leaves with balsamic syrup Duo of smoked duck and chicken breast with an orange salad and honey and mustard dressing Panache of Seafood Smoked Salmon, Prawns & Crayfish tails with a crisp salad and Marie Rose sauce oOo

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Traditional free range turkey with cranberry sauce served with potatoes roasted in goose fat, homemade sage and apricot stuffing, pigs in blankets and homemade gravy Oven baked fillet of Scottish Salmon served with a creamy white wine and crab sauce with new potatoes Surf and Turf Fillet of beef and grilled king prawns with sweet potato triple cooked chips Roasted butternut squash and sweet potato risotto with a pesto drizzle All served with seasonal vegetables oOo

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ROTARY CLUB of PERSHORE Charity number 1022572

Pershore Tree of Lights 2014 REMEMBER A LIFE Since 2000 the Rotary Club of Pershore has provided the Christmas tree in Broad Street, inviting individuals to dedicate a light in memory of friends and relatives no longer with us. Over that period in excess of £31,000 has been raised for charities chosen by the Club. For 2014 the amount raised will go to Pershore Riverside Youth Centre, Acorns Children’s Hospice and other Rotary sponsored charities. If you would like to help us you can do so via credit card or PayPal at:

www.pershoretreeoflights.com Alternatively you can send a cheque made payable to “The Rotary Club of Pershore” to: Rotarian Martin Butler, Driftway Barn, Hunts Fold, Naunton Beauchamp, Pershore. WR10 2LS. Please remember to send this completed form with your donation so that we know the names that you wish remembered on the Tree of Lights. Also please make sure that all the fields are completed so that we can reclaim Gift Aid. Your full name:____________________________________________________________________ First Line of Address:_____________________________________Postcode:__________________ Life/lives to be remembered:

A minimum donation of £5 is suggested for each life remembered. Gift Aid Declaration Please treat as a Gift Aid donation the enclosed donation totalling £___________ I confirm I have paid or will pay an amount of Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax in this tax year (6 April to 5 April) that is at least equal to the amount of tax that all the charities or Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs) that I donate to will reclaim on my gifts for this tax year. I understand that other taxes such as VAT and Council Tax do not qualify. I understand the charity will reclaim 25p of tax on every £1 of this donation. Signature______________________________________ Lists of lives remembered will be displayed at the site of the tree in Broad Street, Pershore and the Book of Remembrance on our Club website www.pershore.rotary1100.org

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Local business lends a paw to

Dogs for the Disabled

local Warwickshire business has contributed to raising up to £30,000 for an assistance dog charity after designing and contributing to a national fundraising event.

Creative mailing specialist Jigsaw CCS conceptualised, designed and delivered a number of ‘bone appetite’ breakfast kits for this year’s Big Dogs Breakfast, to help raise money for Dogs for the Disabled. The fundraising event, which offers a twist on traditional coffee mornings, saw a number of breakfast ‘gatherings’ being held throughout September to help Dogs for the Disabled create more life-changing partnerships. Event hosts registered to receive a unique Big Dogs Breakfast kit, which contained event invites, paper cups, napkins, bunting, posters and balloons, with all proceeds going to the charity. As well as holding their very own Big Dogs Breakfast in Leamington, which raised over £700 for the charity,

Jigsaw CCS was also influential in making the entire project happen in the first place. The company worked very closely with Dogs for the Disabled and charity sponsor James Wellbeloved to design and hand prepare one thousand Breakfast kits that were sent out to fundraisers in advance of their events. This is the second time that the company has been chosen to create the Big Dogs Breakfast kits, however Jigsaw CCS have provided ongoing support to the campaign as it has grown over recent years. Jigsaw CCS Operations Director, Lorna Harling, explained: “We work with a number of charities but our creative relationship with Dogs for the Disabled has really stood the test of time. Charities often have reduced expenditure, yet quality in the end products cannot be compromised. The Big Dogs Breakfast is a fantastic fundraising initiative that is becoming more popular every year and it proves that direct mail doesn’t always have to be just about promotion, but can used in more creative situations too.” Dogs for the Disabled works to

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provide increased independence to people facing increased challenges through the support of a dog. The charity trains assistance dogs for children and adults with a range of conditions including physical disabilities, autism and most recently dementia. Dogs for the Disabled also provides workshops to help families affected by autism explore the helping potential of a pet dog. The charity holds its Big Dogs Breakfast month every September, this year, hundreds of events will happen nationwide. Communications Manager Sarah Watson, who attended Jigsaw CCS’ own breakfast, explained how invaluable the creative breakfast kits are. “It was fantastic to be able to show our support to Jigsaw CCS’s own Big Dogs Breakfast. They have worked hard on a number of campaigns to support us as a charity and the work we do. We have worked closely with Jigsaw CCS for over 10 years now, and as creative mailing experts they truly understand our requirements. Lorna and her team work closely with us on a number of projects and deliver truly fantastic results. The breakfast boxes looked really good and were conceptualised, designed and packaged in a really professional way,” Sarah Watson said. The money raised through Big Dogs Breakfast events will help Dogs for the Disabled train more dogs and transform the lives of people facing huge challenges everyday.

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