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GRANTHAM FROM 18th NOVEMBER CINDERELLA AT BELVOIR CASTLE
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Step into the magic of Cinderella this Christmas. Marvel in the fairytale, brought to life by awardwinning Interior Designer, Charlotte Lloyd-Webber, before embarking on the trail to the Engine Yard for a day filled with festive fun for the whole family. You can also pre-book a full Christmas experience with a visit to Cinderella in the Castle; stop by the magical Grotto to meet Santa Claus and enjoy a Festive Afternoon Tea in the grandeur of the Regency-styled tearoom. n Pre-booking recommended, see www.belvoircastle.com. Belvoir Castle, NG32 1PE, or call 01476 871001.
Burghley Christmas Fair
SHOPPING, ENTERTAINMENT AND A FESTIVE ATMOSPHERE WITH OVER 130 STALLS PROVIDING GIFTS & DECORATIONS
STAMFORD THURSDAY 24th - SUNDAY 27th NOVEMBER BURGHLEY CHRISTMAS FAIR
The region’s largest Christmas Fair, with over 130 stalls offering everything from luxury gifts, artisan food and drink to Christmas decorations and winter clothing. A wonderful festive day out with carol singers, a Victorian carousel and much more to enjoy. n Tickets £6/adult, £3/child, 9.30am - 4.30pm each day with late night shopping until 9pm on Friday night. Burghley House, PE9 3JY. Call 01780 752 451 or see www.burghley.co.uk.
STAMFORD FRIDAY 25th - SATURDAY 26th NOVEMBER MATILDA THE MUSICAL JUNIOR
Stamford Arts Centre presents a musical version of Roald Dahl’s gleefully witty ode to the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination as Matilda takes on Trunchball and her parents to protect her beloved Miss Honey. n 11am, 2.30pm, 6pm, 7pm. Tickets £13.50/ad, £9/child. Stamford Arts Centre, PE9 2DL. Call 01780 763 203 or see www.stamfordartscentre.com.
LEICESTER WEDNESDAY 30th NOV AN EVENING WITH NOEL FITZPATRICK
TV’s Supervet, Noel Fitzpatrick, presents a brand-new show which will delight animal lovers of all ages and anyone who feels like they need some love, hope and healing in their lives. Tickets £37.50. n DeMontfort Hall, Leicester LE1 7RU, call 0116 2333111, www.demontforthall.co.uk.
Right: TV’s Supervet, Noel Fitzpatrick.
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SANDRINGHAM FRIDAY 18th - SUNDAY 20th NOVEMBER 2022 LIVING HERITAGE’S SANDRINGHAM CHRISTMAS CRAFT, FOOD & GIFT FAIR
The Sandringham Christmas Craft, Food & Gift Fair is back providing 2022’s visitors with a fabulous weekend of Christmas Cheer! Synonymous with Christmas are the beautifully hand-crafted items and gifts presented by well over a hundred craftsmen, artists and designers, many of whom will be working at the event. Equally the food hall provides a fabulous array of food and drink from both regional and national producers and retailers, and last but not least is Chris Nichol the Opera Singing Santa – all to ease you into the Christmas Mood! n Sandringham Estate, PE35 6EN. www.livingheritagecountryshows.com.
HAMBLETON TUESDAY 8th NOVEMBER GILLES DUDOGNON FROM LA CHAPELLE SAINT MARTIN AT HAMBLETON HALL
Hambleton Hall welcomes chef Gilles Dudognon from La Chapelle Saint Martin, Limoges to cook alongside chef Aaron Patterson. Gilles brings his classic French cuisine with a modern twist to Rutland, cooking alongside Aaron Patterson. Both chefs have Michelin stars – and their shared menu is a sublime journey through classic French and modern British gastronomy! n Pre-booking essential, dinner only £165/person, apéritifs from 7.30pm, overnight stay available. Four courses, canapés and Champagne reception, see menu online at hambletonhall.com or call 01572 756 991.
STAMFORD FRIDAY 11th NOVEMBER ROY G HEMMINGS’ HITS OF MOTOWN
The longest serving member of The Drifters, Roy presents classic hits of Motown, by The Supremes, Martha Reeves and The Vandellas, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. n Stamford Corn Exchange, 7.30pm, tickets £25, call 01780 766455 or see www.stamfordcornexchange.co.uk.
The Wizard of Oz at Curve
FOLLOW THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD THIS SEASON WITH A COLOURFUL LIVE PERFORMANCE IN OZ!
LEICESTER FROM 19th NOVEMBER TO 8th JANUARY 2023 THE WIZARD OF OZ AT CURVE THEATRE
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Leicester this month for a live stage adaptation of The Wizard of Oz. Join Dorothy and Toto as they are swept up from sepia-soaked Kansas and transported over the rainbow to the technicolour wonderland of Oz. On her adventure down the Yellow Brick Road Dorothy meets new friends Scarecrow, Tinman and Lion who help her on her way, but the villainous and frightfully glamourous Wicked Witch has other plans for Dorothy. Directed by Nikolai Foster and featuring a 15-piece orchestra playing music and songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice as well as the iconic originals from the MGM film, The Wizard of Oz is a spectacular Christmas at Curve adventure! ‘Toto, I’ve got a feeling we’re not in Leicester anymore...’ n Tickets from £10-£45, from 2pm, 2.15pm, 7.30pm, at Curve Theatre, Leicester LE1 1SB. Call 0116 242 3595 or see www.curveonline.co.uk.
Celebrate Christmas
at GATES GARDEN CENTRE
Established by Fred & Ivy Gates in 1948, and still a family run business 74 years on, it’s no wonder that Cold Overton’s Gates Garden Centre is right at the heart of your Rutland Christmas celebrations. And this year, there’s more to enjoy than ever before!
WHAT’S MORE IMPORTANT than family? Nothing. Which is why Gates Garden Centre is right at the heart of your own Christmas celebrations. As a family owned and run business since 1948, nobody understands family or festivities like Gates, with the area’s largest Christmas displays, totalling around 14,000sq ft of decorations and ten themes for your festive home. Christmas Decorations... Gates has opened its festive displays as Pride goes to press, and as usual its bows, baubles, Christmas trees and festive lights are all arranged thematically making it easy for you to achieve a cohesive look for your festive celebrations.
The Best Christmas Trees... And of course, you’ll want somewhere to hang your baubles. So whether you’re seeking a standard or premium-cut tree, Gates Garden Centre provides sustainably sourced, freshly cut trees to last all season. The centre has a range of artificial trees, too, realistically emulating the look and feel of fir, spruce or pine, including pre-lit trees in white or multi-coloured designs, with no more untangling wires or hunting for elusive faulty bulbs. Thoughtful Festive Gifts... Christmas shopping, all under one roof. With a range of premium gifts, you’ll find toys and games for children, giftware for gents and ladies, from candles, diffusers and fragrance to bath and body products, scarves, handbags and cosy gloves, hats and socks for winter.
With a range of books and stocking fillers, cards and gift wrapping too, all under one roof, with everything indoors and with 800 free parking spaces, finding a thoughtful gift is easier at Gates.
Gates Farm Shop... With festive decoration and shopping made easier, the Cold Overton-based retailer set about thinking how it could make things easier in the kitchen, too. In 2019, Gates Garden Centre created a purpose-built farm shop with 12,000sq ft space and over 4,000 products. From Hambleton Bakery bread to high-welfare butchery including beef reared on the family’s own farm, all of the fresh meat, dairy, bakery, and grocery goods plus a range of wines and spirits are under one roof. You can reserve your turkey, goose or a sirloin of beef for Christmas day now or shop online at www.gatesfarmshop.co.uk and have a complete order ready for collection or home delivery. Lakeland, for your home... With a new Lakeland store on site, too, you can equip yourself with new roasting trays, cookware, knives and practical products for cleaning and storage right around the home. Time to enjoy Christmas... And so, with festive preparations in hand, it’s time to enjoy a festive afternoon tea, homemade cake, brunch or Christmas dinner in the 360 seater Garden Restaurant.
This year, Santa will be inviting small groups of children to sit and enjoy a story with his elves in a dedicated area of the restaurant. The new format for this year’s celebrations is designed to reduce waiting times and give children more quality time with the man in red.
Of course, they’ll still receive a gift, ensuring that whatever age you are, Christmas is still a magical time at Gates Garden Centre, on hand to ensure you spend less time preparing, and more time enjoying the season with friends and family. n
Festive Decorations: This year, the centre’s 14,000ft2 of festive decorations are arranged across 10 themes from Candy Cane Land, Cocktail Glamour and Woodland Creatures to Frosty Morning and Home Opulence, to name a few.
Restaurant & Santa: Children can see Santa Claus for breakfast or dinner and enjoy listening to a story. Pre-booking is essential. Farm Shop: Visit in person or shop online for collection or home delivery.
Contact Details: Gates Garden Centre, Somerby Road, Cold Overton, Oakham LE15 7QB. Telephone: 01664 454309. www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk. www.gatesfarmshop.co.uk. n
