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Welcome to The Village Emporium November/December 2016 No apologies are made for the covers ( courtesy of Barefoot Photographics ), we loved them and this is the festive issue after all ! This is the ideal time of year to pop to the shops for some great gift and fashion ideas, support the local independents and then have no hassle or worries with delivery times, returns and damaged goods. The team at The Village Emporium wish you and your families a happy and healthy season and see you again in January! Ps… if you’re wondering where to get the ingredients from in Jen Adams recipes… visit Sheaf Street Health Food Shop in Daventry, it’s FREE parking
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Contents 4 24 Your family 29 Out & about 52 Whats On? Your home
58 60 Business matters 62 Look good, feel good 69 Your garden On the road
COMPETITIONS
40 Win a signed copy of William Sitwell’s latest book – Eggs or Anarchy
Features It’s just around the 16 corner
62 Winter health The Village 46 Emporium
28 Win a brewery
indulgences of 2016
67 Gorgeous doors Christmas 34 Festive outfits
tour experience for two at Towcester Mill Brewery and three bottle gift pack
36 Festive gift guide
Brain teasers 32, 44, 54, 58, 64, 71
Recipes 22, 32, 56
September/October 2016 issue Competition winners Northampton Winter Food Festival tickets Ms S Farrelly - Swinford Ms N Hughes – Stockton Ms V Cronin - Long Buckby Mr D Shepherd – West Haddon Ms S Packer – Daventry Afternoon tea at The Barn Restaurant Ms A Nicholls - Spratton
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Have you noticed with the changing of the seasons that your property is not as warm as it should be? Government research has estimated that about 35% of all heat loss from UK homes takes place through external walls. Solid walls are one of the main causes behind this. They are typically found in older properties, do not retain heat and are a major factor in heat loss.
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Weatherseal Facades are the people to talk to. Based in Rugby, they are a family-run business specialising in the installation of external wall insulation (EWI), render and cladding systems to domestic and commercial properties.. External wall insulation has a range of benefits including: • Reducing heat loss and carbon dioxide emissions from your property with savings on heating costs • Improving the weatherproofing and protection of your property • Reducing condensation on internal walls and preventing damp develop • Improving the appearance and increasing the value of the property
With over 20 years of experience in undertaking insulation works, Weatherseal Facades offer friendly detailed advice and comprehensive information about all their products, designed to help you make an informed choice. We are proud members of Checkatrade.com, so you can be assured of quality service by a local company which are recommended and trusted. Why not find out more about how Weatherseal Facades can improve the thermal performance and appearance of your property. For advice and a quotation, call Malcolm on 01788 220023 or 07982 835571 Or visit their website at www.weathersealfacades.co.uk
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It’s just around the corner… …Christmas that is. Now we all know someone who buys their prezzies in the January sales, has their cards written and addressed by Easter and their turkey ordered before the first frost. We hate their smugness and lack of proper festive spirit but mainly we hate them because we know that we could never ever be that organised... until now! We’re not suggesting that you start planning Christmas while on your summer holidays but it does pay to be a little bit organised. You’ll arrive at December 25th with far fewer grey hairs and much lower blood pressure if you plan ahead. Clear out food cupboards – Be ruthless. Chuck out all the out-of-date items and things you know will never be eaten. Make room for all those festive goodies. Clear out toy cupboards – Be ruthless. Involve the kids. Donate outgrown and un-played with items to charity. Order meat early – Farmers’ markets and shops are teeming at Christmas. Don’t imagine you’ll get what you want if you leave it until the last minute. Who’s coming to dinner? – Are there any vegetarians, vegans or dairy intolerances among your guests. Are you planning a party? List all the food, alcohol and gift items you think you will need and add to it as you go along.
Study your list – Do any of your local shops offer home delivery? Look into local veg-box schemes. Divide the remaining list into manageable chunks and purchase a few things each week. For foodstuffs, begin with items which can be frozen and end with the fresh items which need to be purchased just a day or two before. Puds and cakes – Make these early to give them time to mature. Stir up Sunday is the last Sunday before advent and this year is on November 30th. This is traditionally the time when Christmas puddings are made and gives plenty of time to keep adding the brandy! Write the cards – It can be a chore, but put the carols on, pour a glass of something festive and get into the spirit. You’ll feel really virtuous when they’re done and they give you the chance to add a personal touch to friends and family you may not see that often. Tree lights and outdoor lights – Test them well in advance so they can be replaced if necessary. Check bed and linen status! – Will you need to buy or borrow fold-up beds, or extra bedding for your guests? What about elderly guests? They may be able to lie down on a Z bed but will they ever be able to get up again! By now you could even feel the beginnings of a smug smile twitch at the corners of your mouth. Enjoy it…you earned it.
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Our agents are appointed representatives for general insurance products and introducer appointed representatives for life, pensions and investments of NFU Mutual. Our staff introduce to NFU Mutual for life, pensions and investments. NFU Mutual is The National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society Limited (No. 111982). Registered in England. Registered Office: Tiddington Road, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire CV37 7BJ. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and by the Prudential Regulation Authority. For security and training purposes, telephone calls may be recorded and monitored.
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The Law Firm That Puts Clients First... Here when your needs change
British Horse Society Approved British Horse Society Approved Lessons available for children and Britishavailable Horse Society Approved for children and Try something Lessons adults beginners experienced. Try something adults - beginners totoexperienced. new - enjoy the Also Lessons lovely countryside hacking on available for on new - enjoy the Also lovely countryside hacking outdoors! lovely horses and ponies. adults outdoors! lovelychildren horses andand ponies. School holidayto courses available beginners experienced. School holiday courses available for children 10.30am-4pm, only for children 10.30am-4pm, only Also lovely countryside ÂŁ30 - lots of riding and fun. ÂŁ30hacking - lots of riding and fun. on lovely horses Stable management courses for Stable management courses for ponies. adults andand children. adults and children.
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CHRISTMAS GIFTS
Divorce, Separation & Family Matters
Are you experiencing family issues or need help? Contact our Family Lawyers for professional practice and confidential advice. Initial 1/2 hour consultation free.
LESSONS AND ADULT HACKING ADULT ACCOMPANIED HACKS FOR 1 TO 2 HOURS ADULT LESSONS AVAILABLE MIDWEEK Pony camps, stable management and lots more, please look at our website for details
www.woodbine-stables.co.uk for more info or call 07908 975164
KENILWORTH Tel: 01926 858222
30/32 Warwick Road | Kenilworth | CV8 1GW
COVENTRY Tel: 024 7622 6575
17a Queens Road | Coventry | CV1 3DH We also provide legal services for Residential & Commercial Conveyencing, Wills & Probate, Powers of Attorney, Estate Administration, Inheritance Tax & Trusts, Personal Injury Claims, Criminal Defence (24 hour police station attendance)
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JOY OF CHRISTMAS AT MERCURE BRANDON HALL HOTEL & SPA WARWICKSHIRE
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Over 80 hotels in the UK and 700 worldwide mercure.com/festive
ALL THE ALL THE JOY OF JOY OF CHRISTMAS AT MERCURE BRANDONCHRISTMAS HALL CHRISTMAS CARNIVA HOTEL & SPA WARWICKSHIRE AT MERCURE MAINS TO START
SAMBA YOUR WAY INTO CHRISTMAS!
Experience a Christmas party with a difference – bursting with all the colours, sounds and excitement of the carnival, a real treat for all the senses. The spirit of Rio is coming to our hotel – so dress exotic, leave your inhibitions behind and enjoy an evening of fantastic food, foot-tapping music and dancing the night away.
Roast turkey BRANDON HALL Duck fat-roasted potatoes, festive stuffing, OR HOTEL & SPA pork chipolata ‘pigs in blankets’, Duck and chicken liver parfait seasonal vegetables, gravy Apple, clementine and ginger WARWICKSHIRE OR chutney, toasted sourdough, Winter vegetable soup (v) Crème fraîche, thyme croutons
mixed leaves OR Twice-baked cheese soufflé (v) Caramelised red onions, chestnut salad, cranberry relish
Trad
Slow-cooked braised beef Potato terrine, red wine shallots, buttered spinach OR
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Pan-fried sea trout Crushed potatoes, creamed leeks, lemon and chive beurre blanc OR Wild mushroom, Brie and walnut Wellington (v) Squash purée, roast vegetables
PARTY DATES NOVEMBER Friday 25th Saturday 26th
DECEMBER Fridays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd Saturdays 3rd, 10th, 17th
£41.95 per person Includes arrival drink, three-course festive meal, half-bottle of wine per person, carnival theming and disco. £10.00 per person non-refundable deposit required at time of booking. Menu pre-orders and full payment required four weeks prior to the event. Other midweek dates available on request for private groups subject to availability.
ALL THE JOY OF Party starts: 7pm | Dinner served: 7.30pm / 8pm | Last orders: 12.30am CHRISTMAS AT MERCURE Dress code: smart casual / carnival fancy dress
For more information on our festive events and offers please contact us on:
024 7654 6000 h6625-sb3@accor.com mercure.com
Mercure Brandon Hall Hotel & Spa Main Street, Brandon £41.95 per person Includes arrival drink, festive meal, half-bottle of win Warwickshire CV8three-course 3FW carnival theming and disco.
£10.00 per person non-refundable deposit required at time of booking. Menu pre-orders and four weeks prior to the event. Other midweek dates available on request for private groups su
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Winter health
Winter is coming and it’s the time of year when we’re more prone to colds and viruses. During the colder months, we spend less time outdoors and huddle together more – whether it be at parties, stores bustling with shoppers or at the school gate - making it easier to catch infections. However you can take some simple measures to help reduce your susceptibility to winter bugs. Keep your immune system healthy by drinking plenty of fluids to maintain hydration and remember to regularly wash your hands to prevent spreading infections. It’s also best to avoid exposure to cigarette smoke and most importantly take time to relax, rest and recover as the cold and darkness urges our body to slow down. An equally important factor is feeding your body the (natural) winter fuel it needs to maintain its immunity. When the temperatures drop, there’s nothing more comforting than the taste and smell of delicious homemade soup or stew packed with vegetables to warm your soul. Try experimenting with traditional winter foods such as root vegetables, squashes, seasonal greens, beans and whole grains to create delicious flavour combinations. To give it that richer taste and nutritional boost, add garlic, ginger, cinnamon or nutmeg. Also, don’t forget that you can make nourishing dishes using cooked apples, pears and citrus fruit – all key to your body’s maintenance.
winter supplements are vitamin D and C and Zinc. A good preventative supplement for winter colds is Beta Glucan to strengthen your immune system. Meanwhile horseradish and garlic are both rich in compounds with potent antibacterial and antiviral activity. Probiotics are also beneficial bacteria that can help support healthy immunity. It’s easy to curl up in front of the TV in winter and harder to stay motivated to exercise outdoors but doing at least 30 mins daily will keep your circulation going and help keep viruses at bay. Don’t forget that keeping a healthy mind is just as important as maintaining a healthy body so consider some stress management practices such as yoga or meditation. Remember it’s a combination of all the above factors that will help you stay well. So let’s take this opportunity to reflect on our health, replenish and conserve energy levels by eating the right foods and adapting some lifestyle changes. Here’s to a happy and healthy winter everyone! Find more information on immune-boosting foods, nutrients, natural remedies and meditation classes by visiting Sheaf Street Health Store in Daventry or visit www.facebook/ SheafStreetHealthStore. 01327 312037
If you think your diet alone is not providing sufficient nutrients during the cold snap, try using food supplements to support the immune system. Typical
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HEALTH
STORE NATURAL
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Come and Enjoy a warm and friendly Christmas in our recently refurbished restaurant Christmas office parties welcome and private functions ( up to 30 ) Christmas Day Lunch menu £29.95 per person 25% Discount on take away menu Evening Buffet
Sunday, Monday and Tuesday
£10.95 inc dessert
Children under 10 half price
A la carte menu also available Sunday lunch buffet £9.95
A la carte menu on request Children under 10 half price
1 The Square, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6NS Tel: 01788 819141 / 811851
Outside catering available... call for details
Food hygiene rating
Wonderful food and hospitality in historic surroundings infused with modern luxury Opening times: Mon - Thur 5.30pm - 11.30pm, Fri - Sat 5.30pm - midnight Sunday lunch (buffet only) 12.15pm - 3.30pm, Sunday evening 6pm - 11pm FULLY LICENCED & AIR CONDITIONED
“The food looked and smelt amazing and tasted even better! We agreed it was the best Indian cuisine we had ever sampled.”
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THE LINDEN TREE RESTAURANT & BAR
As the days grow colder why not cosy up with an indulgent afternoon tea in The Drawing Room? Delicate finger sandwiches, miniature cakes, homemade scones with clotted cream and jam, all washed down with English breakfast tea – what better way to relax in comfort and warmth? With mid-week lunch time specials for just £12.95 for two courses or £15 for Christmas lunch, plus afternoon tea, Sunday lunch and a la carte dining, there’s a menu for every occasion this winter at Catthorpe Manor Estate. For reservations call 01788 860599 or email enquiries@catthorpemanor.co.uk
Whether you’re looking for a Christmas lunch, 3-course dinner party or a dinner dance with fabulous entertainment, there’s something for everyone this Christmas at Catthorpe Manor. Visit www.catthorpemanor.co.uk to find out more
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Nutrition
Body
Skin
Coconutty Truffles These are a great gift idea or for a dark rich nibble after a dinner party, they have a real chocolaty taste. The coconut keeps them moist and the nuts crunchy. They are a real treat and yet at only a few mouthfuls well worth the calories. Preparation Time: 30 minutes | Extra 30 Mins setting time Makes: approx. 16 truffles depends on size Actions
Ingredients
Place nuts, dates, coconut and melted coconut oil into food processor and process for just under a minute or until sticky texture.
250g of nuts, any almonds, brazil, walnuts
Pour in agave nectar and cinnamon and blitz again just to mix up.
75g fresh or desiccated coconut
Pulse in cacao nibs as you do not want to break them down too much.
200g pitted medjool dates
Add nutty sticky mixture to melted chocolate and stir until all coated in the chocolate.
1tsp coconut oil or melted coconut butter 3tbsp agave nectar or coconut nectar or date nectar 1tsp of ground cinnamon 40g cacao nibs 100g 70%+ dark chocolate, gently melted
Divide the mixture into small balls or place into ice cube tray, or on a plate and put straight into freezer for quick setting or fridge. Serving suggestion If you prefer without coconut they still work really well, or you can add any extra dried fruits, such as gogi berries or cranberries for extra sweetness!
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Bishops Court Cobblers
A new family has taken over Bishops Court Cobblers in Daventry just off the High Street Pop in and see the refreshed look. We offer a wider range of services delivered with speed and efficiency!
CHECK OUT OUR FANTASTIC RANGE OF SERVICES We are Joe and Lynette and we’re a genuine small family business and have been servicing our customers since 1994. We aim to be friendly, competent, professional and offer a bespoke service to each customer. We take pride in our high standard of craftsmanship with a 1st class shoe repair service, key cutting, corporate and gift engraving plus we do all sorts of leather repair stitching from bags to bridles! A true high street ‘Service Centre’ just like in your granddads day! Joe is a third generation cobbler and Dan one of our brightest trained cobblers has been selected to service you in Daventry because of his passion and enthusiasm as a cobbler plus his fabulous skill set. Every one of our lads is a member of The Society of Master Shoe Repairers and are tested every year to ensure the highest standard is passed on to you!
Try us - You’ll like us! We also have shops in Milton Keynes, Stony Stratford and St. Albans and are available on 01327 700160 during the day or 07939 140858 after hours.
www.engraveuk.co.uk
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Fashion for all the family Festive ideas for the Christmas office party outfit or family event. For kids, for him and her, we have a selection of outfits that might fit the bill.
Step out in style
Terracotta, Bank Street, Rugby www.terracotta-boutique.co .uk
Ideal footwear
Niki Lus, Bank St
for kids at Chri
reet Rugby
Cool clothing for kids Rugby eet, Eliza Dolittle, Albert Str
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stmas
from Rugbys’ independent boutiques
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Shop local this Christmas
For well-dressed men
Alberts Menswear, Regent
Street, Rugby
for him & her Brand name casual wearby Exposure, Church Street,
on The perfect special occasi son sea dress for the
Rug
New season Mas
Etcetera, Regent
ai clothing
Street, Rugby
by
SASS, Regent Street, Rug
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RETIREMENT
SALE RETIREMENT SALE EXTENSIVE RETIREMENT SALE NOW ON
UP TO 50% OFF
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EQUESTRIAN, SADDLERY & COUNTRY CLOTHING. MASSIVE RETIREMENT SALE, FAB CHRISTMAS SHOPPING UP TO 50% OFF MOST OF OUR NOT TO BE MISSED STOCK. EQUESTRIAN, SADDLERY & Brewsters Corner, Pendicke Street, Southam, COUNTRY CLOTHING. Warwickshire CV47 1PN Tel: 01926 812238
NOT TO BE MISSED Email: ajsaddlery@btinternet.com
MENT www.ajsaddlery.co.uk FAB CHRISTMAS SHOPPING
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STMAS SHOPPING
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el: 01926 812238
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Flight Simulators Midlands
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Ideal outham, Warwickshire CV47 1PN
Tel: 08454 747 737
£2 5 u
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Book Now for Christmas Lunch at The Willows Coffee Shop
REAL CHRISTMAS TREES FOR SALE* *From last week in November
Large collection of Artificial Trees Indoor & Outdoor Lights Fresh handmade Holly Wreaths & Planted Bowls Rugby
Dunchurch
J18 M1
Hillmorton
Kilsby Barby
We are here
Braunston
www.barbynurseries.co.uk
Daventry
Daventry Road, Barby, CV23 8TG Shop: 01788 890 314 Coffee Shop: 01788 890 350
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Festive gift emporium Radley handbags at Etcetera, Regent Street, Rugby
Stuck for ideas for a secret santa present, stocking filler or an idea for the man who has everything we have a guide on offer from a selection of our independent traders.
Newgate watches at Terracotta, Bank Street, Rugby
Fly a REAL jet simulator at Coventry airport www.flyfsm.co.uk
John Deere children’s pedal tractor & trailer www.farol.co.uk
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Scented candles from Etcetera, Regent Street, Rugby
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Fiorelli silver jewellery from Jewel on the Square, Daventry
Retro games at Etcetera, Regent Street, Rugby
A variety of hampers at Onley Grounds Farm
Knit your own scarf kit in five different colour options from the Wool Baa, Daventry
Wonderful selection of wooden toys at Eliza Dolittle, Albert Street, Rugby
Moneyboxes at Etcetera, Regent Street, Rugby
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Competition You can now enter our competitions online at
www.villageemporium.co.uk
Win a signed copy of William Sitwell’s latest book
To win answer the following question and send your answers to us by December 1st to receive the book in time for Christmas.
Of which food festival is William Sitwell patron? It takes place every year in June and next year will be held on June 10 and 11. How to enter By email to takepart@villageemporium.co.uk and pop your answer in the subject box, providing telephone number and home address in the body of the email, or by post iCon Environmental Innovation Centre, Eastern Way, Daventry, NN11 0QB.
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Eggs or Anarchy is one of the great British stories of the Second World War yet to be told in full. It reveals the heroic tale of how Lord Woolton, Minister for Food, really fed Britain. As a nation at war, with supply routes under attack from the Axis powers and resources scarce, it was Woolton’s job to fulfil his promise to the British people, and Prime Minister Winston Churchill in particular, that there would be food on the shelves each week. Persuading the public to not resort to the black market and to manage on the very limited ration was one thing, but Woolton had to fulfil his side of the bargain and maintain supplies in time of crisis. A grammar school-educated genius, he was a fish out of water in Churchill’s cabinet and the PM himself doubted Woolton would survive due to the unstinting criticism he faced from colleagues, the press and public. This is the story of how he battled to save his own career while using every trick in his entrepreneurial book to secure supplies. He battled to outwit unscrupulous dealers on the black market streets of cities within the British Empire - such as Alexandria in Eygpt - persuading customs authorities to turn a blind eye to his import schemes. If Britain had gone hungry the outcome of the war could have been very different. This book, for the first time, finds out the real story of how Lord Woolton provided food for Britain and her colonies and discovers that for him there were days when it was literally a choice of ‘eggs or anarchy’.
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Come & see Santa at St Andrew’s Church Saturday 3rd, 10th, 17th Mon 19th, Tue 20th, Wed 21st, Thu 22nd & Fri 23rd Dec
The Grotto will be open from 10am to 4pm Organised & designed by the Rugby First Rangers
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Independent festive shopping in Rugby
Looking for that special, unique gift?? Powder gloves make fab presents.... lots of colours and designs! Large selection of Radley bags and purses. Gorgeous Masai Clothing.
Gifts for all at Etcetera
We gift wrap FREE of charge.
31 Regent Street, Rugby Tel: 01788 570444 Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 9.30am - 5.30pm www.etceterarugby.co.uk www.etceterastyle.co.uk
fresh proof A beautiful array of handpicked clothing, jewellery and accessories with true style‌
22 Regent Street, Rugby CV21 2PY 01788 571811 e: info@sassstyle.com
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Independentfestive shopping in Rugby
Stockists of lifestyle clothing for men & women Looking for inspiration this Xmas?
We have lots of affordable gift ideas in store – scarves. handbags, purses, bobble hats – along with our unique fashion brands. Gift vouchers and free wrapping instore, Give a hint to your loved one with our Xmas Wish List, leave your details and they will receive 10% off when they buy.
VOUCHERS AVAILABLE
Make it a Terracotta Xmas! Open late Thursdays in December up to Xmas or shop online and receive your items gift wrapped
www.terracotta-boutique.co.uk 13 Bank St, Rugby CV21 2QE Tel: 01788 570076
Open Sundays in December 11-4pm exposure 57 church street rugby
01788 541321
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ba shoes..
Independent festive shopping in Rugby
our collection includes:
Never straight laced
9 Bank Street Rugby CV21 2QE
01788 573502
Get in touch with your inner Cinderella this business Christmasestablished since 1996, We are an independent
fitting a wide variety of high quality children’s shoes. 9 Bank Street, Rugby, CV21 2QE 01788 573502
Join us on
Word Pyramid A brief swim Dribble Self-esteem Arachnid Feel very down Imitations Divided into sharply opposing groups
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Special Occasion? Choose the perfect outfit from
Independent festive shopping in Rugby
our beautiful children’s range of:
For those Special moments
Gorgeous
Stockists of.. Sarah Louise, Mayoral, Emile et Rose, Kite Kids and Tutto Piccolo
Stunning Jacket
christening wear
bridesmaid dresses
and waistcoat suits
Communion
Wear
...and now also CHILDRENS WOODEN TOYS. Perfect gifts for Christmas.
01788 570555 Special Occasion? 8 Albert Street, Rugby CV21 2RS
Choose the perfect outfit from our beautiful range of: Gorgeous christening wear
Stunning
bridesmaid dresses Jacket and waistcoat suits Communion Wear
Children £5
New collections Accompanying adult £1.50 from , Sarah Louise, Opens at 10.00am. Please arrive early 8 Albert Street, Mayoral, Emile et to avoid disappointment. Rugby CV21 2RS Rose and much more... 01788 570555
Experience the true magic of Christmas with a wonderful ride on the Co-op Sleigh, now at Coventry Transport Museum!
24 November – 23 December New collections from Sarah Louise, Mayoral, Emile et Rose and much more... 8 Albert Street,
Rugby CV21 2RS
01788 570555
For full details please go to www.transport-museum.com
We reserve the right to close the ride early.
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Top 12 indulgences of The
Village Emporium in 2016 We thought we would share with you some of the indulgences of The Village Emporium team during 2016. You can tell we are food and drink lovers, well here’s a few of our favourites. Why not try them out? Cinnamon buns - the very taste of Christmas. Delicious! From Revelicious Bakery, Churchside Arcade, Little Church St, Rugby
Home made soups are amazing, dine in or take away Napton Village Stores
Mill Race from Towcester Mill Brewery is brewed using a blend of malts which give the beer rounded malt tones combined with hops delivering an orange marmalade finish. www.towcestermillbrewery.co.uk
GO*DO chocolate bars are made from ‘bean to bar ‘ - farming the cocoa, harvesting the beans, making the chocolate and forming the bars. The Sheaf Street Health Food Shop, Daventry
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Full afternoon tea at The Barn Restaurant, Upper Stowe, and you can see the Pygmy goats
Two Birds vodka from Leicestershire is an infusion of distilled barley and sugar beet which creates a natural pure and smooth taste. The Deli Barn, Heart of the Shires Shopping Village
Pinksters gin. Deliciously dry, with a hint of raspberries to give it a pink hue. Beautiful as a G and T with a twist of mint. Upton Smokery, Wakefield Country Courtyard near Pottersbury
Edinburgh gin rhubarb & ginger liqueur combines their signature gin with spring rhubarb and macerated oriental ginger. It captures a fine balance between the intense rush of ginger spice and the evocative, almost nostalgic sweetness of rhubarb. www.edinburghgindistillery.co.uk
Who wouldn’t want a cappuccino like this from the Toft Studio and Coffee Shop, Dunchurch
2016 Award winning steak from Onley Ground Farm Shop and Butchery. Achieving a silver award in the World Steak Challenge with their very own Onley Cattle. A great achievement as they were the only entry from England amongst many from around the world.
We love the Community Cafe Braunston. Run by the community for the community.
Amazing cakes from the new kitchen at Evergreen Art Café, Daventry
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Barby Sporting Restaurant
THE LOST FARM Grandborough Fields
Visit us at GRANDBOROUGH FARMERS MARKET on Thursday 1 Dec 2016 & 2 Feb 2017 Pure Bred Beef, Manx Loaghtan & Tamworth Pork and on request Quality Mutton.
All from our own homegrown produce.
Now also available at Napton Village Stores.
www.thelostfarm.com pure breeding
Tel: 07811 122619
Private orders taken
Christmas at Waterside
Restaurant .............. Draycote Water
Tel: 01788 815274
draycote@newleafcatering.co.uk www.visitdraycote.co.uk
Draycote Water Kites Hardwick, Rugby Warwickshire CV23 8AB
Open to the public for delicious lunches and evening meals (except Mondays). Lunches 12-2pm, Evenings 6.30-9pm Sunday Lunch 12-4pm Why not try our extensive A la Carte menu, ranging from steaks to freshly prepared homemade dishes, our extremely popular Sunday Roasts or our delicious value lunchtime meals starting from £6.50
For enquiries, menus or bookings
Tel 01788 891873 email: craig@barbysporting.com
Barby Lane, Barby Nr Rugby CV23 8UX
Christmas at Waterside Restaurant: 28th November - 24th December
A splendid three course menu, running throughout the festive period. Enjoy classic Christmas cuisine overlooking the wintery water. Booking required, group and senior citizen discounts available. Free car - parking. Monday - Saturday. £15.25, Senior Citizens £13.75.
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Christmas Lunch and Jazz: Tuesday 13th December Enjoy a three course Christmas dinner accompanied by live music from The Dave Barry Duo. Always a sell out so book early! 1.00pm - 3.00pm. £19.95, Senior Citizens £17.95.
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Christmas Lunch and Carol Concert: Friday 16th December
Really get into the Christmas spirit with a wonderfully festive afternoon at the Waterside Restaurant. Enjoy a three course lunch, followed later by mulled wine, mince pies and carols performed by a fantastic local choir. Pre-booking required. Free car-parking. £19.95, Senior Citizens £17.95.
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Order your Christmas Poultry and Meats now! n Orders for locally produced, farm fresh Poultry and quality Christmas Meats are now being taken. n Take advantage of our hamper service, creating the perfect Christmas gift. n Visit our lovely cafe serving delicious lunches and refreshments.
Opening Hours
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10am until 4pm.
Find us
Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex, Onley Grounds Farm, Willoughby, Rugby, Warks CV23 8AJ Tel: 07546 222624
onleyfarmshop
email - shop@onleygroundsfarmshop.co.uk
www.onleygroundsfarmshop.co.uk
@onleyfarmshop
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Christmas Festival TOY FAIR
&
• Father Christmas at 6pm • Gifts for all the family • Pedal tractor test track
4.30 - 7.00PM
Boddington Road, Byfield, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 6FL www.farol.co.uk
Tuesday 6th December
Visit The Wool Baa for knitted gifts and gifts for knitters! Includes knitting kits
and bags, decorations, fashion accessories and novelties 7 St Johns Square, Daventry NN11 4FG Tel: 01327 703680
www.facebook.com/ TheWoolBaaDaventry
CLOSED SUNDAYS & MONDAYS Tues-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-3pm
/FarolLtd @FarolLtd +FarolLtd
Bijou
the little dress agency Nearly new preloved clothes and accessories Now accepting designer and preloved fashions and accessories
Trading Sundays & Mondays from Nb. ISOLDE on the Grand Union Canal between Braunston & Napton. Please see www.the-wool-baa.co.uk or www.facebook.com/ TheWoolBaaDaventry
for further details and mooring schedule
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Entrance through Past and Presents 24 Sheaf Street, Daventry Northamptonshire
01327 311310
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Napton Village Stores & Post Office
New Street, Napton CV47 8LR 01926 812488 info@naptonvillagestores.co.uk www.naptonvillagestores.co.uk
Napton Kitchen Eat in or takeaway Freshly ground coffee Twining Teas Homemade cakes Seasonal lunch menu served daily Fresh filled rolls Hot pastries Free Wifi Bespoke outside catering
Looking for that perfect Christmas gift?
Village Stores
We offer a personal and bespoke hamper service. Choose from a wide range of baskets and boxes & fill from our wide range of local and farm produced products. For more details visit our website or give us a call or email .
The Old Plough
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Opening times : Every day 12noon-11pm Tel: 01788 878126
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Green Acres Farm Rural Enterprise CIC - Catesby Road Staverton NN11 6JP. Cafe Dates - 11th, 25th November / 9th December (& Christmas Fayre) Courses - 5th November - Christmas Willow workshop / 26th November - Artisan Christmas Breads. To book email info@greenacresfarm.org.uk call 01327 703313 . Fees are payable on the day & include all materials, lunch & refreshments.
Saturday 12th November Table Top Sale – Willoughby Village Hall. 10am – 12pm. To book a table or for more info call Karen 07866572209 or email kjndon@aol.com.Tables cost of £6, all proceeds towards St Nicholas Church fund raising.
Sunday 13th November Table Top Sale - Benn Hall,
Newbold Road, Rugby. 10am 12pm Admission 50p, free parking, refreshments. Tables £9, Phone 01788 815146. Proceeds to RSPCA. Charity Number 225860
Friday 18th November Festive Friday Crick Village Market – at Crick Primary School, 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Many stalls covering home produced products, including breads, cakes, meats, jams & chutneys, Seasonal gifts, jewellery & cards, with a Festive twist or two. Free entry for shoppers, with cafe.
Wednesday 16th November Lecture on Wild Britain
Events Thursday 3rd November Grandborough Farmer’s Market held in St Peter’s Church
10am -12.30pm. All locally sourced produce. Choose from fresh vegetables, meat, fish, cakes, bread, plants and more. Enjoy a refreshment break with one of our home made cakes, cheese scones or even a bacon roll.
Rugby National Trust Association – Diary C Ward at Dunchurch Village Hall 7.30pm New members and visitors welcome visit website: www.rugbynationaltrust.co.uk
Thursday 17th November Christmas Market - Guide
Dogs National Breeding Centre, Banbury Road, Bishop’s Tachbrook, Warwick 3pm-8pm. With fabulous stalls to get ahead with present buying, wonderful warming festive food and drink, a great Christmas raffle and Christmas music entertainment – so pop along in the afternoon or evening, after school or work.
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Out and about Friday 18th November Quiz Night at The Railway Club, Hillmorton Road, Rugby. 7.30 pm
£9 pp payable on the door or £8 for tkts bkd before 11th November, incl fish & chip supper. Max team of six. Half a case of wine for the winners. Raffle. Call 01788 817900 or www.rcrsb.co.uk .All profits to : Troop Aid, supporting our injured troops. Organised by -The Rotary Club of Rugby Saturday Breakfast
Saturday 26th November Christmas Fayre at Victory Hall, Broadwell 2pm. Stalls with refreshments. Santa will be there, and weather permitting he will arrive on his pony and trap.
Saturday 10th December Crick Village Market – at Crick Primary School, 10.00am to 12.00am. Twenty plus stalls covering home produced products, including breads, cakes, meats, jams, gifts, jewellery and cards. Free entry for shoppers, with cafe. The Mobile Library will be in the car park 10.15am to 11.30am.
Monday 28th November Christmas Bingo - Galanos
House, Banbury Road, Southam,CV47 2BL. Eyes down at 7.30pm Bar open & refreshments, lots of prizes Telephone : 01926 812185
Friday 18th November Rugby Male Voice Choir Concert at Leamington Hastings
Parish Hall. 7.30 pm. Tickets cost £9 pp, to include a light supper served in the interval, are available from Pat Toole (Tel:01926 632874) or Rose Hull (Tel:01926 634349). Raffle. Proceeds in aid of Hall modernisation.
Saturday 19th November Crick Village Market – at Crick
Thursday 1st December Grandborough Farmer’s Christmas Market held in St
Peter’s Church 10am -12.30pm. All locally sourced produce. Choose from fresh vegetables, meat, fish, cakes, bread, plants and more. Enjoy a refreshment break with one of our home made cakes, cheese scones or even a bacon or sausage roll.
Thursday 1st December Rugby National Trust Association – Lecture on Ocean
Primary School, 10.00am to 12.00am. Twenty plus stalls, home produced products, incl breads, cakes, meats, jams and chutneys, gifts, jewellery & cards. Free entry for shoppers, with cafe. The Mobile Library in the car park 10.15am to 11.30am.
Liner Art by J Taylor at Dunchurch Village Hall 2.30pm. New members and visitors welcome for info visit website: www. rugbynationaltrust.co.uk
Saturday 19th November Willoughby Christmas Fayre at Willoughby Village Hall from
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2pm.* Gifts * Tombola * Books * Homemade treats and cakes * Handicrafts * Bottle Stall *Coffee/Tea and mince pies.* Childrens’ Grotto where they can purchase home made gifts / cards and wrap the presents in secret- All £1 per gift. All welcome. Free admission
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Wednesday 4th January Rugby and District Arts Society Members’ Critique Night. Members bring along samples
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Boxing Day Relax this boxing day and appreciate the good company of your family and friends. Come and relish the warm welcome at Draycote and let us wrap up your Christmas with a fulfilling 3 course lunch. Boxing Day lunch £28.95 per adult and £14.95 per child (3-12 years old)
Christmas Day Let us take care of all the preparations so that all you need to do is enjoy yourselves on this exciting day. From 12 - 3pm on Christmas Day. Draycote’s Christmas Lunch is a four course carvery meal at only £59.95 per adult and £29.95 per child (3-12 years old).
NewYear’s Eve
For the ultimate party night, enjoy a beautiful six course meal before seeing the New Year in surrounded by family and friends, our resident DJ and fantastic fireworks! Welcome drink of Prosecco and canapes.
From 7.30pm on New Year’s Eve.Enjoy Draycote’s New Year’s Eve six course Dinner including a mid-night toast for only £75 per person. Dinner guests are welcome to a special accommodation rate for only £85 for bed and breakfast for upto two people sharing a room. T: 01788 521 800 E: mail@draycotehotel.co.uk www.draycotehotel.co.uk www.whitefieldsgolfclub.co.uk London Road,Thurlaston, Nr Rugby, CV23 9LF
Our jewellers can be found near the church.
Gold & Diamonds
The Boutique Fine Jewellers
Jeweller y Repair Specialists Tel 01327 700060 4 Market Square, Daventr y, NN11 4BH www.jewelonthesquare.co.uk
Fiorelli Silver
We beautifully gift wrap