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Visit our stunning shop for expert advice when purchasing diamonds, gold and silver and all beautifully

gift wrapped, a service you can really trust.

Find us on the High Street –opposite Argos & next to Barclays Bank.61 High Street, Daventry, NN11 4BHTel: 01327 700060

www.daventryjewellers.co.uk

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By Ella Hickson

WED 26 NOVEMBER 2014 – SUN 4 JANUARY 2015

The magical tale of the boy who became a legend

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This Christmas, the Royal stage will be transformed into the mythical kingdom of Camelot for a magical new take on the legend of Merlin.

AN INTERACTIVE, HEART-WARMING AND BRILLIANTLY FUN SHOW FOR THE UNDER 5S AND THEIR GROWN-UPS

AN IDEAL CHRISTMAS TREAT FOR

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Visit our stunning shop for expert advice when purchasing diamonds, gold and silver and all beautifully

gift wrapped, a service you can really trust.

Find us on the High Street –opposite Argos & next to Barclays Bank.61 High Street, Daventry, NN11 4BHTel: 01327 700060

www.daventryjewellers.co.uk

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November/December 2014

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As you read this you could all be thinking “Where did 2014 go?” Time flies, and this is our last issue of 2014. We have lots of treats and gift ideas for the festive season, along with some wonderful places to eat and drink. Keep it local for independent ideas and lots of options on free parking. Check out the adverts offering late night opening for Christmas shopping and offers, along with our Christmas gift guide for some ideas for all the family. Work is now underway for the New Year issues, out early in January an ideal time to start your business promotion, get in touch and see how we can help. Wishing you all a very happy end to 2014.

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In this issue...

Cover photography by Barefoot Photographic at Toft Alpacas

Contents8 Out & about

d Whats On?

g Your family

c Just for Kids

b Your garden

/ Your home

D On the road

G Look good,

feel good

G Get Creative

: Business & IT

Features6 Independent Shopping

Gift Guide

j Remember your dogs

n Reptiles: elusive but not always rare

. Retro Sweets

U Remembrance Day Facts

L Christmas Quiz

M Dear Santa...

Business features

u Your library needs you

L Business News

C Helping MND sufferers

Coffee cup triviadkQTD

Seasonal recipeslEK

CompetitionsO Win one of 3 hampers filled with local

produce and gifts.

September/October issue winners

Courtyard Café afternoon tea voucherMrs P. Dring, BraunstonVanilla the Store voucherMs. T. Russell, Daventry

Out & about Please mention The Village Emporium when responding to adverts

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John Deere 6210R pedal tractor £99 Farol, Byfield

Fiorelli handbag from ShuShak, Daventry £55

3D Dinosaur posters£4.99 Michelows Treasures,Daventry

A range of gifts, cards and wrapping fromOne Stop Santa Shop, Heart of the Shires Nr Weedon

All I want for

Christmas...


77Individual gifts ... from local independent retailers

Bracelet and Key rings Peephole, Long Buckby

Funky wellington bootsNiki Lu’s, Rugby

Fiorelli silver pendant £84.99, Jewel of Daventry, Daventry

Dinosaur Money box £19.50 Michelows Treasures, Daventry

Pirate Ship by Le Toy VanEliza Dolittle, Albert Street, Rugby

Terramundi Pot £21.00 from Etcetera, Rugby

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Out & about

FiorelliClaudia Canova

Red Or Dead

Moda In PelleTamaris

Pedro Miralles

RavelFly Lonodn

VAn Dal

@ shu-shak.co.ukStyle

Bags Of

The Countryman

Staverton

Come & Celebrate the Festive Season

Festive Party Menu From £23.00 for 2 courses plus coffee & mince pies

Available 1st—23rd December Christmas Eve

Table d’hôte Menu from £17.50 pp

See website for details & Christmas Opening Times

Log Fires, Real Ales, Excellent Food and a Warm Friendly Atmosphere - Everything you need for The Festive Season

01327 311815 www.thecountrymanstaverton.co.uk


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Out & about

Visit The Wool Baa forknitted gifts and gifts for knitters! Includes knitting kits and bags, decorations, fashion

accessories and novelties

7 St Johns Square, Daventry NN11 4FG Tel: 01327 703680www.the-wool-baa.co.uk

Come and visit us at Michelow’s Treasures for something unique for the whole family. We have lots of gift ideas for children

including Dinosaur Books, Dig out kits, Toys, Fossils, 3D Posters, Money Boxes and much more.

With our fantastic collection of Silver Jewellery, Nominations, Lovelinks, Gold & Diamonds & Fashion Jewellery, you will be able

to find something special for your loved one.

For the rest of the family we have some very unusual Genuine Fossils which can be up to 300 million years old.

Our Fossilstone and Soapstone carvings are all very unique and make wonderful gifts. We also have Bookends, T-Lights,

Hanging crystals, money boxes and much more.

We are truly a Treasure Trove with prices to suit everyone!

MICHELOW’S TREASURESUNIQUE JEWELLERY & GIFTS

TEL: 01327 349200

Come and visit us at 12 Sheaf Street, Daventry

Join us on Facebook

Did you know ?There are currently 78 people named S. Claus living in the U.S. ... and one Kriss Kringle.

Massive range of quality fireworksHuge discountsOpen all yearExpert advice

Retail products, Self Fire Displays and Professional Displays

Unit 10 Station Close, Vicar Lane, Daventry, NN11 4FJ

01327 703123

Over 15 years supplying the Daventry area with quality fireworks

Amazing Fireworks No 1 for explosive entertainmentwww.amazingfireworks.co.uk


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FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TOARRANGE A VIEWING OFTHE VENUE PLEASE GET IN TOUCH

The Granary HotelNorthamptonshire, NN11 3BUTel: 01327 361 730Email: [email protected]

• Oak beamed room for intimateweddings and country barn forlarger events.

• 10 - 200 People.

• Flexible catering options from al a cartewedding breakfasts to hog roasts, buffetsto carveries, whatever you want.

• 10 Guest bedrooms.

• Dedicated wedding planner.WEDDINGS

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Includes bubbly on arrival,3 course Christmas dinner,disco and bacon sandwichat the end of the night.

FROM £29PER PERSON

EXCLUSIVE AND MIXEDOFFICE NIGHTS AVAILABLE

FOR MORE INFORMATIONPLEASE CONTACT US


FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TOARRANGE A VIEWING OFTHE VENUE PLEASE GET IN TOUCH


• Oak beamed room for intimateweddings and country barn forlarger events.

• 10 - 200 People.

• Flexible catering options from al a cartewedding breakfasts to hog roasts, buffetsto carveries, whatever you want.

• 10 Guest bedrooms.

• Dedicated wedding planner.WEDDINGS

LICENSED FORCIVIL CEREMONIES

EXCLUSIVE USE VENUE

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COURTES

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WITH OTHER DATES TO BE RELEASED

Includes bubbly on arrival,3 course Christmas dinner,disco and bacon sandwichat the end of the night.

FROM £29PER PERSON

EXCLUSIVE AND MIXEDOFFICE NIGHTS AVAILABLE

FOR MORE INFORMATIONPLEASE CONTACT US


FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEASFrom 21st November and

throughout December.A selection of sandwiches, cakes and festive fancies

with your choice of Teapigs tea, coffee or perhaps

something sparkly such as Prosecco or some warming

mulled wine. FROM £13.95 PER

PERSON.

CHRISTMAS LUNCHES

Perfect for your office Christmas lunch or just for a get together with friends. Traditional Christmas lunch

with all the trimmings. FROM £21 PER PERSON

FOR 2 COURSES AND £25 FOR 3 COURSES.

Only available to groups of 10 or more.

CHRISTMAS AT

To book any of our festive events call 01327 361730 or see our website for further information www.granary-hotel.com

*Don’t forget, our Tea Room is open daily from 12pm till 5pm, serving light lunches and afternoon tea. Just pop in or call 01327 361730 to book*

www.gr anar y-hote l . com

Green Acres Rural Enterprise Centre offers informal educa�onalopportuni�es for young people to learn to grow and cook their own food

We work with schools to ensure that young people stay engaged withtheir educa�on and develop a work ethic and a healthy lifestyle

Rural Enterprise Centre ❘ Green Acres Farm ❘ Catesby Road ❘ Staverton ❘ Daventry ❘ Northants ❘ NN11 6JP

Telephone: 01327 703313 ❘ Email: [email protected]


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Out & about

Canal Turn Farm Shop

Quality Produce

Friendly Service

Meats reared and butchered on the farmTop quality fresh veg, oils & preserves

For enquiries please call Dawn on 07976 550481

www.canalturnfarmshop.co.ukWhilton Locks, Northamptonshire NN11 2NH

Free Range Pork, Lamb, Chicken & Beef

Opening hours:Tue: 10-5:30Wed: 10-5:30Thu: 2-6Fri:10-5:30Sat: 10-5:30Sun: 10-4

CHRISTMAS POULTRY – Goose, Duck, Cockerel, Bronze Turkeys, Turkey Crowns– ALL FREE

RANGE Gammon Ham, pork pies and a selection of hampers available Breakfast feast hamper with

bow – includes sausage, bacon & eggs great for a gift

Like us on facebook

Fresh fish from Grimsby every other

Friday from 7th November

Jams, chutneys

available in hessian gift bags

Gift vouchers available £5,

£10 & £20


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Please call 01327 361606 or

07866789737

The Plough Inn Everdon

Open Daily from 11.00-11.00pm

The Plough offers within a beautiful environment, high quality, freshly

prepared food, using local & Seasonal Ingredients – In particular,

our own home produced Lamb, Everdon Beef & Sausages.

The traditional bar offers a range of beautifully cared for Ales, & Fine Wines, featuring local brewery ‘Gun Dog Ales’.

Lunch available daily or Tea & Coffee.

‘The Furrow’ Three barns, in the large garden, open daily from

11.00, with a fabulous range of retro & vintage furniture, plants,flowers,collectibles & treasures, perfect for that

special gift.

PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE www.theploughinneverdon.com

For weekly menus & news

The Christmas menu is now on our website. To book your festive group gathering anytime during December please contact Kim to

discuss your requirements. Tel: 07866789737 or email.


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25% Discount on take away menu Evening Buffet

Sunday, Monday and Tuesday £9.95 inc dessert

Children under 10 half price

A la carte menu also availableSunday lunch buffet £8.95A la carte menu on requestChildren under 10 half price

Outside catering available... call for details

Food hygiene rating

Opening times: Mon - Thur 5.30pm - 11.30pm,

Fri - Sat 5.30pm - midnightSunday lunch (buffet only) 12.15pm - 3.30pm,

Sunday evening 6pm - 11pmFULLY LICENCED & AIR CONDITIONED

1 The Square, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6NS

Tel: 01788 819141 / 811851

Wonderful food and hospitality in historic surroundings infused with modern luxury

“The food looked and smelt amazing and tasted even better! We agreed it was the best Indian cuisine we had

ever sampled.”

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 £29.99 per person

www.omarsrestaurant.co.uk

Where are we?Shuckburgh Rd. Staverton,

Daventry, NN11 6JY

Tel :01327 300471www.Skylarkfieldsfarm.co.uk

Find us on Facebook

Skylarks Farm Shop and Cafe wish all their customers old and new

a Very Happy Christmas and look forward to

seeing you soon.( We will be closed

25,26,27,28 December & January 1 2015).

Call now to reserve your christmas vegetable boxes, and a wide range of meats, turkey, cockerel, pies, sausages etc. Orders for all meat and vegetable boxes to be in by December 8th.

Christmas Barn Open from

Saturday 29th November 10am – 5pm

for the sale of Christmas trees &

all the festive decorations

you could wish for! Santa will be appea

ring

complete wit h elves &

his real reindeer.

Avoid the queues & pre book a time slot either in the cafe or call 01327 300471

Saturdays & Sundays throughout December until Xmas 10am – 5pm, Thursdays & Fridays 4pm – 6pm, Monday 22nd & 23rd 10am-4pmCost £6 per child to see Santa, Sparky and Twinkle Toes, the reindeer and a gift for each child.

Christmas Trees available from November 29th

Where are we?Shuckburgh Rd. Staverton,

Daventry, NN11 6JY

Tel :01327 300471www.Skylarkfieldsfarm.co.uk

Find us on Facebook

Skylarks Farm Shop and Cafe wish all their customers old and new

a Very Happy Christmas and look forward to

seeing you soon.( We will be closed

25,26,27,28 December & January 1 2015).

Call now to reserve your christmas vegetable boxes, and a wide range of meats, turkey, cockerel, pies, sausages etc. Orders for all meat and vegetable boxes to be in by December 8th.

Christmas Barn Open from

Saturday 29th November 10am – 5pm

for the sale of Christmas trees &

all the festive decorations

you could wish for! Santa will be appea

ring

complete wit h elves &

his real reindeer.

Avoid the queues & pre book a time slot either in the cafe or call 01327 300471

Saturdays & Sundays throughout December until Xmas 10am – 5pm, Thursdays & Fridays 4pm – 6pm, Monday 22nd & 23rd 10am-4pmCost £6 per child to see Santa, Sparky and Twinkle Toes, the reindeer and a gift for each child.

Christmas Trees available from November 29th


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More and more, libraries are becoming the hub of the local community. Here at Daventry Library you can, in addition to borrowing books, DVDs and audio books:-

• Apply or renew a bus pass• Use a computer to apply on-line for a Blue Badge• Find out more about Children’s Centre Universal

Services• Take part in weekend family activities• Attend weekly Rhymetime, Bounce & Rhyme,

Toddle Time and Story Stomp sessions• Hire computers – free on Fridays (charge for

printing)• Access free wi-fi• Photocopying• Laminating• Library shop – where you can purchase books,

gifts and greetings cards• Jigsaw exchange• Room hire/exhibition display space hire• Plus much more

Your Library Needs YouThere’s more to the library than you think. Lots of our services for the community rely on support from our volunteers. Why not become a volunteer.

Alternatively, why not join ‘Friends of Daventry Library’. Friends are a group of people who value the role of LibraryPlus and who want to make a difference in their community by supporting and raising the profile of the library.

If you are interested in volunteering at Daventry Library or in joining ‘Friends of Daventry Library’ group please speak to a member of staff or contact the library manager.

Daventry Library, North Street, Daventry NN11 4GHOpening Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00am - 6:00pmSaturday 9:00am – 5:00pmSunday 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Tel: 0300 126 1000Fax: 01327 300501

Email: [email protected]

Library Manager: Sharon Ford

The Peephole Long Buckby

Cards & Gifts

Looking for inspiration this Christmas ?

We have spent all year sourcing new suppliers to provide you with a choice of different, sometimes unusual, gifts and cards for your

friends and family, along with the quality you won’t find in most High Street shops. We have a large selection of Fair Trade, British made

and handmade gifts for ladies, men and children. 5a High Street, Long Buckby, Northants. NN6 7RE Telephone 01327 843638 Email [email protected] Free parking in adjacent Co-op car park.

Opening Times Mon-Fri 9am -5.30pm Saturday 10am - 4pm December we will be open Late Thu & Fri till 7pm Sunday 10am – 2pm

On Tuesday 2nd December 2014, The Peephole is 25 Years old. To celebrate this, spend £25 or more in one transaction and get 25% off !! Come and join us for mince pies and mulled

wine. Open till 7pm


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Rugby Hillmorton Dunchurch

Barby Kilsby

Daventry Braunston

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A361

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REAL CHRISTMAS TREES FOR SALE

www.barbynurseries.co.uk

Daventry Road, Barby, CV23 8TG Shop: 01788 890 314

Coffee Shop: 01788 890 350

Fresh handmade Holly Wreaths & Planted

Bowls

Free Local Delivery for Trees over 9ft

Book Now for Christmas Lunch from £12.95 for

two courses

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What’s on?A full list of events over the forthcoming months is available on our website www.villageemporium.co.uk/events/

Sunday 2nd November and Sunday 23rd NovemberSt Luke’s Church – Kislingbury, join us for toasted teas cakes in church with tea/coffee or hot chocolate raising funds for the Church Fabric Fund. 3pm – 5pm Wednesday 5th NovemberBadby and District Photo Club – Badby Village Hall 8pm, extend your interest in photography and hear about the work of professionals and fellow enthusiasts.A Bob Brind Surch talk called “Taking Control of your Camera” Free to new visitors Further details from www.badbyphotoclub.org.uk

Saturday 8th NovemberJumble Sale - Newnham Village Hall . 2 – 3.30 pm Saturday 8th – Sunday 9th NovemberArmistice Weekend Weedon – Church of St Peter & St Paul on the 8th November -9am for 9.30, talk from The Western Front Assoc “ Poor Little Belgians” . Tkts £1, then from 1pm stories re servicemen from WW1, photographs and lots more to incl refreshments & lunch.7pm – Edwardian dinner choose poor or landed gentry, 4 courses £6.50, bring your own drinks to United Reformed Chapel Schoolroom, Weedon9th November – Decendents of the men of Weedon who served in WW1 are invited to attend our Armistice service, 9.30am Church of St Peter & St Paul followed by commemorations at the War Memorial. Sunday 9th November. Barby Village Hall - Quiz night. 7.30pm start. Details from Gill Leppard 01788 891091 Friday 14th NovemberGuilsborough Music and Drama Society (GMADS) is hosting a Quiz Night at Guilsborough Village Hall. Bar opens at 7.30pm with the Quiz starting at 8pm.Tickets £8 per person (incl a buffet meal) from David O’Neil on 01604 740865 or [email protected] teams of six only - so get your tickets fast! Proceeds from the evening to go towards the Village Hall renovation funds.

Saturday 22nd NovemberWilloughby Christmas Fayre – Willoughby Village Hall 2pm. Free entry, refreshments, cake stall,produce stall, book stall, children’s lucky dip, bottle stall second hand toy stall & raffle

Saturday 22nd NovemberChristmas Craft Fayre - Preston Capes Village Hall , (old forge lane) 9.30am – 1pm, quality gifts for Christmas, plus decorations, home-wares and fashion accessories - all hand-made in the parish. Also a “parish produce” stall selling cakes, preserves etc. Free entry, refreshments available (including hot bacon rolls, mince pies and mulled wine!) all proceeds to the village hall restoration fund.

Sunday 23rd November. Barby History Group are holding a book launch in Barby Village Hall. Contact Daphne Rourke 01788 890090

Wednesday 25th NovemberBadby and District Photo Club -Mayfield Park Sports Club, Royal Star Drive, Daventry, NN11 9FZ. 8pm,Talk by Mark Mumford FRPS talk about taking your image making the extra step. This is a joint venture with Daventry Photographic Society Further details from www.badbyphotoclub.org.uk and www.daventryphotographicsociety.co.uk/

Friday 28th NovemberLong Buckby Junior School - Christmas Bazaar, 6pm – 9pm. A fabulous range of stall holders, handmade jewellery, quality books, cards, gifts for all and children’s clothes. Mulled wine and mince pies, and the local children’s choir will perform. Free entry, come and browse for unusual presents and enjoy a cup of Christmas cheer! Junior School, South Close, Long Buckby.

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Saturday 6th DecemberDaventry & Rugby Area Vegetarians and Vegans: “Wot, no turkey?” - The Methodist Church, Golding Close, Daventry (nxt Leisure Centre). Christmas food for veggies and vegans. 9.30 a.m. – 2.30 p.m Food tasting, recipes, hot lunches 11.30 a.m. – 2.00 p.m. free tea/coffee, free admission www.daventryvegetarians.btck.co.uk Facebook.com/daventryvegetarians Saturday 6th DecemberNether Heyford Christmas Festival and Craft Fair. Handmade crafts, decorated trees, tombola, raffle, children’s crafts activity, and much more, come along and find that unusual gift. Nether Heyford Village Hall, The Green NN7 3LE 10am- 4pm 01327 342376. or 340764.Free entry and Free parking, refreshments available. Saturday 6th DecemberGreen Acres Rural Market, Catesby Road, Staverton 10am – 2pm. Homemade fresh produce, pickles, jams and Xmas fayre. Everyone welcome.

Thursday 11th DecemberChristmas Curry Night- The Village Spice, Long Buckby, £15 per person. Prize for the most festively dressed person. All money raised will be donated to Cynthia Spencer Hospice. Organised by Daventry Free Spirits’ Fundraising Group call Sara Jelley, 07718 318543 Friday 12th December – Saturday 13th DecemberHeyford Singers Charity Concert – Nether Heyford Village Hall NN7 3LE . Seasonal music and carols by this very popular local choir an enjoyable evening guaranteed. 7.30pm Tickets available early November. Fri tkts-01327 340852 Sat tickets 01327 340661

Saturday 13th DecemberHolly Wreath Workshop – Braunston Village hall 10am-2pm, call Barbara 01788 891754 Saturday 13th DecemberChristmas Fayre & Santas Grotto - Long Buckby Baptist Church In aid of Cynthia Spencer Hospice and Macmillan Nurses 10.30am - 2.30pm Gifts, Cakes, Crafts, refreshments. 50p entry, Raffle £1 per ticket with draw taking place at The Peacock Pub at 4pm. Santa’s Grotto £4.50 per child (in advance) £5.50 on the day, includes entry to the grotto, gift, photo and free entry to the Craft Fayre. To book a ticket to see Santa, book a stall, help at the event or for more information contact Sara, 07718 318543 or [email protected]

Get in touch...If you are organising a charity or community event, then let us know so we can publicise it for you. Just email [email protected]

Regular eventsEvery Tuesday of the monthDaventry Country Market - 8.30am-11.30am Home baking, local meat, crafts, plants, tea and coffee. The Churchrooms, Foundry Place, NN11 4AA Everyone welcome, call Anne 01327 876671 for more details.

Thursday 6th November and 4th DecemberGrandborough Farmers Market – St Peters Church, 10am-12.30pm Fresh produce, cakes, fresh meat, fish and more. Tea, coffee, and homemade refreshments available. We will be holding a ‘Silent Auction’ and serving complementary mulled wine at our December Market

Have you experienced heart problems? Daventry & District Heart Support Group are an active group of like minded people, and you can be assured of a warm welcome at any of our activities or meetings. For information contact Viv Crouch on 01327 341193 or [email protected].

Monday 29th DecemberCinderella Panto - by the Looking Glass Co. Nether Heyford, Village Hall, NN7 3LE 2pmWheelchair access. Ticket prices are £5. Adults ( no concession) £2. children. Arlene. 01327340764. [email protected] Rosemary. 01327340016. [email protected]


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Plume of Feathers Weedon, Northants Tel: 01327 340978

Sunday Roast - Served from 12.00 till 4.00. Locally sourced meat and vegetables served with home cooked roast potatoes and

lashings of Cath’s Delicious gravy.

Sunday Nov. 2nd Live entertainment from 4pm The ever popular Paper Street Soap Company.

Please note due to unforeseen circumstances our Beer Festival is now postponed until the

14, 15, 16th Nov.

14th Nov Live entertainment Ayres and Jenkins.

15th Nov Themed Ska/Reggae night with Curry-oke

Sun. 16th Fun Day.

Christmas menu now available, booking advisable, parties over 10 free bottle of house wine.

Boddington Road, Byfield, Northamptonshire, NN11 6FLfacebook.com/FarolLtdtwitter.com/FarolLtd

01327 264844www.farol.co.uk

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Christmas Specials

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BY TRAINRegular services to Long Buckby and Northampton railway stations. See London Midland and Virgin Trains timetables for details.

BY CARGood local road networks.Close to M1 Junctions 16 and 18. Situated on the A5, two miles north of Weedon, Northamptonshire NN7 4LB.

BY CANAL300 yards walk from Bridge18 south of Whilton Marina on the Grand Union Canal.

BY BUSRegular services from all local regions. See Stagecoach for all bus timetables.

We are here

Situated on the A5 Near Weedon, Northampton NN7 4LB

Shop in styleIf you are looking for a truly different

shopping day out, or wish to find something special for your loved ones this year, then Heart of the Shires is the

place to come for all your shopping.

Our fabulous and uniquely individual shops offer you a unique combination of designer brands set within beautiful

rural surroundings for a relaxing shopping experience.

Open 7 days a weekSituated between junction 16 and 18 of the M1,we’re only 10 minutes drive from Northampton,

Towcester and Daventry and not far fromRugby and Market Harborough too!

Northamptonshire’s hidden gemon the A5 at Weedon

www.heartoftheshires.co.uk

Christmas Opening Times1st-23rd December open ..........................10am-5pm24th December ..............................................10am-2pm25th & 26th December ........................................Closed27th-30th December ...................................10am-5pm31st December ...............................................10am-2pm1st January ................................................................Closed2nd Jan onwards open as usual.............10am-5pm

Please check first with individual stores if you are making a special visit.

Christmas at Heart of the Shires

BY CARGood local road networks. Close to M1 Junctions 16 and 18. Situated on the A5, two miles north of Weedon, Northamptonshire NN7 4LB.

BY CANAL300 yards walk from Bridge 18 south of Whilton Marina on the Grand Union Canal.




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The Rose InnMain Street, Willoughby, CV23 8BH

01788 891180www.therosecountrypub.co.uk

Dog Friendly

November 2014 It’s our 4 Year Celebration...!!!

So why not join us

November 2014Book a Table for 4 and receive a free

bottle of House Wine when ordering from our A la Carte Menu

Tuesday to Fridayfrom the 4th of

November to the 28th (Tapas Night not

included)

Please Quote ‘4yr Celebration’ when

Booking. T & C’s apply

Tapas at The RoseNovember - Thursday 27th

December - New Year’s Eve! Tapas with Silent Disco....It’s

Fun, Fun, Fun!

December 2014 Festive Prix Fixe Menu

£15.00 2 course£19.00 3 course

Available Tuesday to Friday Lunch & Evening from December 2nd to 24th

January 2015 January Detox...Tuesday to Friday ‘20% OFF’ your

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Coffee cup triviaAA Milne

Conan Doyle

CS Lewis

Ella Wilcox

Emile Zola

Emily Bronte

Geoffrey Chaucer

HG Wells

Ian Rankin

Jean Kerr

JM Barrie

John Keats

John Knox

John Ruskin

John Updike

Judy Blume

Karl Marx

Samuel Pepys

Sandburg

Saul Bellow

Seneca

Find the Author!

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The Home of Cakes and InfusionsThe Home of Cakes and Infusions

The Courtyard Café 6 Bishops Court, Daventry NN11 4NP

01327 872687 www.thecourtyardcafe.org.uk

‘I love it here - they make delicious treats and a proper cup of tea!’ Victoria.Eat in or Take Away

Open 8.30am-4.30pm,

Monday to Saturday

Your support and patronage means everything to our team. We are honoured that you have voted The Courtyard Café, Daventry’s No. 1 Café in the

Daventry Express, No. 1 on Trip Advisor and 2 time finalists, regionally, in the Northamptonshire

Food and Drink Awards.

The Team at Courtyard Café wish you all a very

Happy Christmas and New Yearand remind you that we will be closed

from 2pm on 24th December until Monday 5th January 2015.

2014/15

Awarded Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence

No 1 on trip advisor

No 1 Café/Restaurant

on Trip Advisor for The

Daventry District

A Heartfelt Thank You!

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Opening Hours Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

10am until 4pm.Find us

Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex, Onley Grounds Farm, Willoughby,

Rugby, Warks CV23 8AJTel: 07546 222624

www.onleygroundsfarmshop.co.uk

onleyfarmshop

@onleyfarmshopemail - [email protected]

Christmas is coming...

nAdvanced orders are now being taken for Meat Joints and Christmas Poultry.

nBeautiful local artwork and handmade pottery, along with our bespoke hampers make the perfect Christmas gifts.

nLook out for our locally crafted Christmas wreaths and speciality festive foods.

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It is not just Bonfire Night fast approaching. Fireworks go on for days around bonfire night and now Christmas and New Year is as popular. You may have already heard fireworks being set off in your local area. For many of us we enjoy the sight, smell and sound but what about your dog?

Some dogs aren’t bothered and happily sleep through them whilst others love them and sit in the garden staring at the sky watching. But for a great many dogs fireworks can be terrifying and very stressful.

What do you do if you dog isn’t a fan of fireworks and is one of the many dogs who become stressed and anxious during these loud bangs and bright lights? How do you keep your dog safe?

It is a good idea to walk your dog earlier in the day before fireworks are likely to be set off as a big danger at this time of year is dogs becoming spooked and running away. In 2012, Petlog, the UK’s largest database for microchipped pets, recorded a staggering 40% increase in the number of calls reporting pets as missing by pet owners, or found by vets, welfare organisations or dog wardens compared to the daily average during November.

Don’t forget to also check what your dog may be picking up on walks after Bonfire Night. Debris from fireworks may look enticing to a dog so be sure to check he isn’t eating anything he shouldn’t.

If your dog becomes particularly anxious during fireworks there are a number of measures you can take to help her relax ranging from popping on the TV or Radio as a distraction from the noise to using a DAP diffuser (discuss with your Vet) or calming tablets depending on the severity of your dog’s anxiety.

If you are the proud owner of a new puppy watch the fireworks with her, and remain calm while doing so, as this should help acclimatise her to these new sights and sounds. Sadly some dogs are just not comfortable with fireworks and require us to remain as calm and relaxed as possible to help them through this stressful evening!

Telephone: 01926 929 040 / 07827 224 912Email: [email protected]: www.waggingtailsuk.co.uk/cvFacebook: Wagging TailsTwitter: @WaggingTailsUK

Remember your dogs, now the season of fireworks is upon us.By Sarah Evans, owner of local home dog boarding company Wagging Tails

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New to DaventryAll About the DogWe provide high-quality, fully insured dog related services, including Grooming and Walking, in and around the Daventry area.

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Towcester Veterinary has three departments which provide a one stop solution for all your veterinary needs 24 hours a day.

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• Choice of female and male dentists

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‘Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week’

Part of The Heart of England Co-operative

So you’ll always have someone to talk to

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Baileys Banana Trifles300g pot extra-thick double cream7 tbsp Baileys6 chocolate brownies (about 250g/9oz), broken up, or use crumbled chocolate biscuits or loaf cake3 bananas, sliced500g pot vanilla custard6 tbsp toffee sauce25g chocolate, grated

Mix the cream with 1 tbsp Baileys, and set aside. Divide the brownie pieces between 6 glasses, then drizzle each with 1 tbsp Baileys. Top with the sliced

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• Choice of female and male dentists

• Same dentist each time you visit• Latest equipment to minimise

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materials• Same day emergency

appointments• Comprehensive teeth health

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• Ample parking and great shopping and restaurants

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• Fully CQC approved• Friendly comfortable

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Just for Kids

Kilsby Pre School is a registered charity providing quality care

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• Open from Monday- Friday 9am-3pm• New building set in the grounds of Kilsby C

E Primary School

• A good balance between adult led and Child initiated activities.

• Highly qualified staff working with parents to provide the very best care for

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• Children from all areas welcome

*limited spaces left for this school year for 2yr olds, please call to reserve your

space if you haven’t already *

Call Nikki on 01788 824091 for more information

Kilsby Pre school, Manor Road, Kilsby CV23 8XS

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Do you need a

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• All cycles are fully assembled and checked before they leave the premises

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THORNTON’SCYCLE CENTREThe ONE STOP SHOP for all your cycling needs

Tel: 01788 572440100 Cambridge St, Rugby CV21 3NH

Est. 1969

With over 200 bikes on display in our

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BIKES ACCESSORIES SERVICING

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LC Landscapes & MaintenanceFull landscape service tailored to suit your budget.

Patios, walls, drives, fencing, digger hire, lawns, hedges, Free no obligation quote

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Garden shedsPotting shedsChaletsPlayhousesTidy storesCustom sheds

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Professional pressure washing for the effective removal of dirt, grime, stains, algae, moss and weeds from all types of hard surfaces including drives, paths, parking areas, decking and patios

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Your garden

There are a total of six species of reptiles found in the United Kingdom including grass snake, slow worm, common lizard, adder, smooth snake and sand lizard. The first four of which are found right here in Warwickshire and its neighbouring counties.

Despite the preconceptions, all reptiles are elusive and would much rather avoid people entirely. This is the reason they are very rarely seen despite being quite common in the local countryside.

Commonly, when the word adder is mentioned, people naturally worry about the safety of children and pets. Yes, adders are venomous! But they are also very shy and take great effort in avoiding anything bigger than they are.

Many species of reptile employ unique defence mechanisms in order to avoid contact with people or predators. For example grass snakes, which for some reason are unable to flee fast enough, will often play dead, rolling on their backs and sticking their tongues out, hoping to be left alone.

Adders were once regularly recorded within Warwickshire, however these records are

now few and far between (though they fare reasonably well in Northamptonshire). This is as a direct result of habitat loss and persecution.

There are still notable populations of grass snake, slow worm and common lizard within the local area and at this time of year they will be in search of suitable hibernation sites where they can shelter in waiting for spring to return. Reptiles, once emerged from hibernation around March, head in search of food and suitable breeding locations, so if you want to encourage reptiles into your garden, a large compost heap can make the perfect egg-laying habitat. A nice pond, where amphibians breed, also provides a great food source for grass snakes. Reptiles can be a gardener’s best friend with slow worms effectively regulating slug and snail populations.

We should not fear these wonderful creatures as they are a fundamental part of our ecosystem ensuring the natural regulation of insect, mollusc, amphibian and small mammal populations and without which we would suffer not only economic loss within our agricultural industry but also the intrinsic loss of such fascinating animals.

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Reptiles: elusive but not always rare!

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Retro SweetsThis Christmas why not take your loved ones back to their happy childhood-days by buying them some retro sweets.

Lots of treats for yesteryear have become available again, and you can buy them in all shapes and sizes from single items to whole boxes of your favourites, and some that are gift packaged in hampers or used to create tree or flower designs.

Many of us will remember sweets such as Space Dust, Black Jacks, Flying Saucers, Refreshers, Sugar Mice, Parma Violets, Midget Gems, Wham Bars and Traffic-Light Lollies, I could go on to name many more. For me it was a Friday treat to have 10p to spend and select carefully ‘one of those and one of those etc’ which the assistant would then place into a little white paper bag and hand over to me. I would then joyfully savour them as I walked home from school taking ages to decide in which order I’d eat them.

Behind those items, all laid out in small trays on the counter, were shelves crammed with tall glass jars, containing items such as Pear Drops, Bon-Bons,

Pineapple Cubes and Cherry Lips, all of which were more commonly bought by the quarter.

There are now many shops with these layouts again, selling retro sweets. These range from tiny independents to chains that have many branches across the country. They all create a sense of nostalgia, and I’ve watched grown ups get such joy in once again telling the assistant ‘I’d like one of those and one of those etc.’ They are even known to whoop with delight when they find an old favourite again for the first time. Such retro sweets have also become firm favourites at weddings, where special candy carts are sometimes set up for guests to enjoy.

So if you are old enough to remember when Snickers used to be called Marathon, chances are your friends and family are also of the right era to enjoy a Sherbet Dip liquorice stick or some Fruit Salad chews. Why not take them back to their carefree days, pop in to an old fashioned sweet shop and tick another present off the shopping list. You could also arouse the interest of your younger relatives too, who won’t familiar with these sweets but are sure to find them as delightful as we did.

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LOGS & FIREWOODFor open fires and log burnersDried & seasoned for 2 years

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TEL: 01327 312464

Shopping List2 Large Duck Breasts200g Cranberries1 OrangeRedcurrant Jelly500ml Beef Stock, Fresh Pouch from SupermarketI sprig of Rosemary, ChoppedSalt & Pepper

Pre heat oven to 200˚C

Score skin on duck and trim edges. Pan fry duck skin side down, starting in a cold frying pan, this will render down a lot of fat from under the skin. Then roast in the oven for 6

minutes and rest for 5 minutes. This should be nice and pink. If you wish it to be cooked more, roast for 8-10 minutes.

To make the sauce, zest and juice the orange, adding the rosemary and the jus and reduce in a frying pan until it has a consistency which coats the back of a spoon.

Serve with seasonal greens and roasted potatoes.

Perfect with a glass of fruity, full bodied red wine.

Delicious!

Recipe provided by Darren Hill @ The Countryman, Staverton

Roasted Duck with Cranberry & Orange

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At TBS Kitchens & Bathrooms we are committed to helping you right through from ideas to design, planning and purchasing your new

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Coffee cup trivia Across 1 seldom (6) 4 principal, boss (5) 8 builder (5)

9 acrimony, bad blood (3, 4)

10 complainer, grouch (7) 11 astound (4) 12 venomous snake (3) 14 joist (4) 15 wildcat (4) 18 investigate, intrude (3) 21 effortless (4) 23 ostracize (7) 25 dock, port (7) 26 countrified (5) 27 seventh zodiac sign (5) 28 utilize (6)

Down 1 renovate (6) 2 courage (7)

3 track and field event (4, 4)

4 serene (4) 5 buffoon (5) 6 crime (U.S) (6) 7 North African country

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20 composition, mélange (6)

22 scour, clean (5)

24 physical, mental and spiritual discipline (4)

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N. J. PearceBuilder

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N. J. PearceBuilder

Established for 25 years

For all your building requirementsincluding house builds, extensions,

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Quality assured – references available

Ring for an estimate01788 891301 or 07941 745021

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Mob. 07764 841100The Old School House, Church Walk,

Kilsby, Rugby, Warwickshire CV23 8YBEst. 1979

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At TBS Kitchens & Bathrooms we are committed to helping you right through from ideas to design, planning and purchasing your new

bathroom. Whether its a luxury new bathroom or an easy access wet room, you will find everything you need to create the perfect living

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Remembrance Day Factsl Remembrance Day takes place on November 11 to mark the moment the guns of the First World War fell silent, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918.

l The first Armistice Day was held in 1919 throughout the Commonwealth.

l The name changed to Remembrance Day after the Second World War.

l Remembrance Sunday is held on the second Sunday in November each year, with services at war memorials and churches.

l The poem ‘In Flanders Fields’ by Canadian surgeon John McCrae, inspired the use of the symbolic poppy. The opening lines of the poem refer to the thousands of scarlet poppies that were the first flowers to grow over the churned-up earth of the battlefields.

l The Queen lays the first wreath during the national ceremony at the Cenotaph in Whitehall.

l Money raised by the sale of poppies is used by the Royal British Legion to support servicemen and women.

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DYSON SALE20% Discount

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PART EXYOUR VAC

This is our final issue of 2014 and we would like to thank you, our readers, for

supporting the wonderful businesses on our doorsteps. We are really excited about next year as we will be celebrating our tenth anniversary of delivering local businesses to the local community. Watch

out for special offers and events throughout 2015. To round off 2014 three lucky readers can each win a hamper filled

with goodies sourced from local specialists or produced locally. A

tasty addition to your Christmas celebrations. Good luck!

Wishing you and your families a very Happy Christmas on behalf of our advertisers and all of the team at The Village Emporium.

How to enterHidden in the magazine are Santa’s little helpers, elves and reindeer (as pictured). Count up all the elves and reindeer that you can find, including the ones on this page, and send the total number to us;By email to [email protected] 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.

Three correct answers will be selected at random from all the correct answers on December 8 and your hamper will be delivered to you by 17th December.

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For a free no obligation quote Tel: 01926 312 654

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MOBILE FITTING FOR TOWBARS, PARKING SENSORS & REVERSING CAMERAS

Daventry based, covering a 50 mile radius of Northamptonshire

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01327 209274 / 07460 290002www.ojctowbars.co.uk

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ABS AUTOSn Car repairs & Servicing

n Air conditioning regassingn Tyres n Diagnosticsn Brakes & Exhausts

Tel: 07817 931956

e: [email protected] 4, Baird Close, Drayton Fields Ind Est

Daventry N11 8RY

Comprehensive range of garage services including

MOTs, servicing and a wide range of repair work.

Call 01327 702898www.mainlineautoservices.co.uk

We local!

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Garden Gate Flowers, RugbyWorkshops at Garden Gate Flowers in Rugby with The Flower Fairies

continue to go from strength to strength and our Christmas workshops are almost full. But if you didn’t manage to book on this year, the good

news is we start all over again in the New Year.

For full details on dates and how to book http://www.gardengaterugby.co.uk/workshops.html

or call us 01788 567488.

Get Creative!Unleash your creativity with our round-up of local

workshops, suppliers and handmade gifts.

Advertise on this pageSpace limited call now on 01788 298050 to book your space

The Sewing Attic & Craft Barn Come and join our sewing & craft bee on Thursdays evenings 6.30-9pm above the Barn Restaurant, The Old Dairy Farm Centre, Upper Stowe

Love sewing? We also offer craft, sewing and dressmaking workshops from the complete beginner upwards.

For more information or to book a place, contact Jo on 07812 034441 or [email protected]: facebook.com/thesewingatticandcraftbarn

Jill Curran Building portraits Turning precious memories into unique

customised momentoes.

Further information atwww.jillcurrancreations.weebly.com


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Look good, feel good

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www.heartlandsphysio.co.uk

Neck and Back Problems

Muscle, Tendon, Ligament Injuries

Joint Problems, Arthritis Management

Sports Injuries

Post Op Rehabilitation

Work Related Injury and Prevention

Women’s Health , Urinary Incontinence

01327 706833Recognised by all health

insurance companies

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Look good, feel goodLook good, feel good

Sopwith Way, Drayton Fields, Daventry, NN11 8PB01327 300430

www.thehiddenretreat.com [email protected]

Not just another beauty salon...Not just another beauty salon

Bare Escentuals make-up St Tropez airbrush tanning Pamper day packages Gift vouchers and retail products

Jessica manicures and pedicures Pedicure spa chairDecleor facial treatments Body treatments Waxing Bridal packages

Become a fan of The Hidden Retreat on to keep up with our

news and special offers.

Laura Loines PodiatryPodiatry / Chiropody Home Visits

Call now to book your appointment07843 886 901

Treatments include:l Nail Cuttingl Thickened Nailsl Ingrown Nailsl Cornsl Callus / Hard Skin

l Varrucae & Wartsl Orthotics / Insolesl Gait Analysisl Biomechanics

PODIATRIST/CHIROPODIST

ANDY EVANS BSc(Hons), HCPC Registered

MONKSFIELD SURGERY WIMBORNE PLACE OFF NORTHERN WAY

DAVENTRY

For APPOINTMENTS: Tel: 07721 538014 Tel: 01604 635415

OVER 25 YEARS NHS AND

PRIVATE EXPERIENCE

Christmas Mess600ml double cream400g Greek yoghurt4 tbsp lemon curd1 x 500g bag frozen mixed berries (we used Sains-bury’s Black Forest fruits)4 tbsp icing sugar2 tbsp cassis (optional)1 pinch cinnamon8 meringue nests

In a small saucepan gently heat the frozen ber-ries, icing sugar and cinnamon until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat, stir in the cassis, if using, and set aside to cool completely.

Whip the double cream and Greek yogurt until just holding it’s shape, ripple through the lemon curd. Break the meringue nests into a glass bowl, or 8 individual glasses. Spoon over half the cream, then half the berries. Repeat with the remaining cream and berries. Serve immediately.

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What change would improve your life?l Does anxiety or stress shape your day?

l Is your enjoyment of life tainted by fear or phobia?l Do you lack confidence or suffer from low self esteem?

l Is your enjoyment of life limited by constant or restrictive pain?l Is your life restricted through irritable bowel syndrome?

l Would you like more control over eating habits, or to stop smoking?

Doing the same as you have always done, will bring the same results it always has...or together, we could make that change happen.

Book an appointment online or find more information at

www.daventryhypnotherapy.co.ukSu Ricks-McPherson

The Abbey, Abbey Street, Daventry NN11 4XG

Telephone 0800 756 6558

Contented Soles

Wanda Girej - HPC RegisteredDaventry’s Leading Podiatry Clinic

www.contentedsoles.co.uk01327 844 059

Degree Qualified and Accredited Chiropodist accepted by most health insurers inc BUPA

Clinics in: Sheaf Street Daventry, Long BuckbyClifton Road Rugby, by appointment only

New to Contented Soles, Daventry● Weekly toe nail cutting only clinic● No appointment necessary● Walk in clinic only £21● Fridays 12-2pm

REFUSED NHS TREATMENT???

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Christmas QuizThese translate into well known Yuletide songs:

1. Quadruped with crimson proboscis ..................................................................................................................

2. 5 p.m. to 6 a.m. without noise ................................................................................................................................

3. Miniscule hamlet in the far east ............................................................................................................................

4. Ancient benevolent despot .....................................................................................................................................

5. Adorn the vestibule ......................................................................................................................................................

6. Exuberance directed to the planet ....................................................................................................................

7. Listen, aerial spirits harmonizin ..............................................................................................................................

8. Monarchial trio ................................................................................................................................................................

9. Yonder in the haystack ...............................................................................................................................................

10. Assemble, everyone who believes ...................................................................................................................

11. Hallowed post meridian ..........................................................................................................................................

12. Fantasies of a colorless December 25th .......................................................................................................

13. Tin tintinnabulums ......................................................................................................................................................

14. A dozen 24-hour yule periods ............................................................................................................................

15. Befell during the transparent bewitching hour ........................................................................................

16. Homo sapien of crystallized vapor ..................................................................................................................

17. I merely desire a pair of incisors ..........................................................................................................................

18. I spied my maternal parent osculating a fat man in red .....................................................................

19. Perambulating through a December solstice fantasy ..........................................................................

20. Aloft on the acme of the abode .........................................................................................................................

Results:15 – 20 Correct — You don’t need any Yuletide spirit!10 – 14 Correct — You could use something in your stocking!5 – 9 Correct — Are you sure you have the right holiday?1 – 4 Correct — Surely you jest!?!


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Business news

La Tiella Celebrating one year in business on the High Street in Long Buckby, La Tiella is a true reflection of authentic Italian food, cooked with passion by Lui who has over 40 years experience in the kitchen.

The complete experience is enhanced by the classic elegant dining room, where you will not be disappointed with the wide variety menu options, all classic Italian, of course, with an excellent cellar to match.

Ideal for private functions, family parties and children are most welcome.

La Tiella, 15 High Street, Long Buckby, Northamptonshire NN6 7RE Tel 01327 844663

Steve Droy, Piano Tuner Local expert Piano Tuner, Steve Droy has returned to England having spent 2 years training students and tuning Pianos in Mumbai, where humidity levels as high as 85% can ravage the inside of the piano. Its not just India however, where pianos need TLC. Here are 3

Tips for keeping your piano healthy:Regular Tuning - At least once a year as the tension inside the instrument needs to be maintained.Radiators- Ideally do not place you piano next to one.Prevent dust and grime by keeping the piano away from windows that face a street.

For more details or to book a Tuning contact us 07872 956786 / 0121 2883292 www.birminghampianotuner.com. facebook/Steve Droy Piano Service

The Peephole, 25 years old In 1989 Pauline Beckett had a vision to turn a derelict 17th century barn in the centre of Long Buckby into a gift shop. With the help of

her husband Dick and family, “Peephole Crafts and Gallery” opened it’s doors on the 2nd of December 1989. 25 years later, Mary and Mike now own “The Peephole”, two floors packed full of top quality, sometimes unusual, cards and gifts for all occasions. A wonderful treasure trove of gifts.

The Peephole, 5a High Street, Long Buckby NN6 7RE 01327 843638


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Estate planning solutions from RaftersRafter Wills & Estate Planning Ltd the Pitsford based firm providing bespoke estate planning solutions for individuals, families and businesses have launched a new website. This is the site to visit for all your questions about Wills, Asset Protection, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Business Succession, Inheritance Tax Planning and Probate. There is information that you can print out and read at your leisure. All Wills conform to the ‘STEP Will Writing Code’.

Try the website out today. WWW.RAFTERWILLS.CO.UK [email protected] 01604 889 073

‘Dream Doors’ new life for old KitchensHave you always wanted the kitchen of your dreams, but can’t quite justify paying the expensive price tag that comes with it? Now you can by just swapping the doors and worktops.

From a simple door swap to a complete new installation, ‘Dream Doors’ has the kitchen solution for you. ‘Dream Doors’ can transform your tired kitchen in 2 days from start to finish. It’s so easy...Swapping the doors and drawer fronts will dramatically change the look of your kitchen, giving you an amazing transformation without the expensive costs and inconvenience of completely replacing your entire kitchen. ‘Dream Doors’ has everything to make your kitchen complete..With a wide range of appliances, sinks & taps, lighting to suit any style, storage solutions to save you space, handles and a huge choice of worktops for you to choose from.

‘DREAM DOORS’New life for old kitchens

Come and meet us at our new showroom opened on the 3rd October by the Mayor of Northampton

Billing Garden Village, The Causeway, Great Billing, Northampton NN3 9EX

Call Andrew for a FREE quote or to arrange a convenient, no-obligation home visit

01604 401013 www.dreamdoors.co.uk


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MUSIC REHEARSAL ROOM AND RECORDING / PODCASTING STUDIOAlso available...

• Music video production – including green screen• Performance/rehearsal review video• Drum tuition• Community group room hire• Education and training

13MediaArts 13mediaarts www.13ma.co.uk

VISIT US AT: 20 Austin Way, Daventry NN11 8QY

CALL USNOW ON01327

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Together we make a difference

MND is a fatal, rapidly progressive disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. It can leave people locked in a failing body, unable to move, talk and eventually breathe. It kills five people every day in the UK, 30% within a year of diagnosis and more than 50% within 2 years. It has no cure.

We are the only national charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland focused on improving care and support, funding vital research and campaigning to raise awareness for people affected by MND. We rely on voluntary donations.

Find out how you can support our work at www.mndassociation.org

Please join our fight against MND.

MND AssociationPO Box 246 Northampton NN1 2PR Telephone: 01604 250505Email: [email protected]

Registered charity no. 294354 © MND Association 2014

@mndassoc

/mndassociation

The Ice Bucket Challenge has been a wonderful opportunity to spread the word about motor neurone disease (MND), and so far the Motor Neurone Disease Association has received £7 million in donations. A big thank you to all of you!

You might not know, but 80-95% of people living with MND will experience some loss of speech before they die. Too many people experience significant delays in getting the right communication equipment, leaving some people with MND to die without a voice.

This is unacceptable. We need your help to change this.

In a few months time we will be electing our MPs in the 2015 general election. Now is our chance to influence candidates standing for election and ask them to commit to working with us on this important issue.

It only takes you two minutes to help us give a voice to people living with MND.

Come online to sign our charter and to invite your local candidates to read our manifesto.

www.mndassociation.org/voice

Please spare 2 minutes to help MND sufferers

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MUSIC REHEARSAL ROOM AND RECORDING / PODCASTING STUDIOAlso available...

• Music video production – including green screen• Performance/rehearsal review video• Drum tuition• Community group room hire• Education and training

13MediaArts 13mediaarts www.13ma.co.uk

VISIT US AT: 20 Austin Way, Daventry NN11 8QY

CALL USNOW ON01327

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D A Roberts Accountancy Services Limited

41 Newbury Drive, Daventry, Northants, NN11 0WQ

• Sole Trader, Partnership & Limited Company Accounts• Self Assessment Tax Returns• Corporate Tax• Payroll Bureau (including CIS)• VAT Returns• Company Formations• Tax Planning• Business Advice

For a professional, friendly and cost effective service contactDebbie Roberts FCATel/Fax: 01327 306968Mobile: 07825 269771

Email: [email protected] member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants

• Sole Trader accounts and

Partnership accounts

• Specialist in incomplete

records

• Payroll

• VAT Returns

• Legal Cashiering Service

• Available remotely or at your office.

Rhoda Thomas Bookkeeping

Tel: 07956 287548

E-mail: [email protected]

Registered Bookkeeper by Institute of Certified Bookkeepers.

Call for a friendly, Professional and reliable service




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Need help balancing your books?Registered Bookkeeper by Institute of Certified Bookkeepers.

• Sole Trader accounts and Partnership accounts

• Specialist in incomplete records

• Payroll• VAT Returns• Legal Cashiering Service• Available remotely or at your

or at your office


Rhoda Thomas Bookkeeping Tel: 07956 287548 E-mail: [email protected]


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Tick… Tick… Tick… Time is ticking down to the Self Assessment Tax Return Deadline 31st January If you are worried about filing your Tax Return then Willow Edge Accountants are here to help you. With clear tax saving advice to reduce your tax bills, we will make filing your Return easy and stress free.

Contact Caroline Overton today to see how we can start saving you money. Call 07743 859 269 or email [email protected]

JO AND WAYNE WOULD LIKE TO WISH ALL OUR

CANDIDATES AND CLIENTS’ A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR

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Dear Santa …

Forgive me writing to you this year, but I thought if the kids can write to Santa why shouldn’t I at least give it a go?

I’ve been a good mother all year. I’ve baked 23 dozen cupcakes for the school fundraiser, made 7 different costumes for various school events (two of them won prizes) and worked out how to attach nine patches onto my daughter’s Girl Scout uniform with staples and a glue gun.

Here are my Christmas wishes:

I’d like a pair of legs that don’t ache after a day chasing the kids and arms that don’t flap in the breeze. I’d also like a waist since I lost mine sometime during my last pregnancy.

I’d love a car with fingerprint resistant windows and a radio that plays only adult music. While we’re on the subject of gadgets a TV that doesn’t broadcast any programmes containing talking animals and a refrigerator with an unbreakable combination lock would be great too.

As I don’t look like having much spare time

in the next 18 years or so I’d like a talking daughter doll that says ‘Yes, Mummy’ to make me feel like I might be in charge some of the time and a recording of Tibetan monks chanting ‘Take your hands off your brother’ – because my voice seems to be outside my children’s hearing range (although the dog seems to hear it OK).

In a perfect world I’d like at least one pair of jeans that will zip all the way up without the use of power tools and a soundproof room where I can hide to talk on the phone.

If it’s too late to find any of these items I’d settle for enough time to brush my teeth and comb my hair without interruption on the same morning – or the luxury of relaxing over a grown up dinner with my husband without a child having a nightmare, needing a drink or simply being awake at a time when it’s reasonable to expect them to be dead to the world.

The buzzer on the cooker is ringing so I have to go – have a safe trip and don’t drink too much sherry.

Yours Mum x

Dear Santa …


6666 www.daventrychoral.org.uk | Registered Charity No 1010764

A Feast of Christmas Music and Carolsfor choir and audience to include:

Vivaldi - MagnificatVaughan Williams - Fantasia on Christmas Carols

Nicholas Scott-Burt - Christmas Night in Blue

Rupert Reid - BaritoneRichard Dunster-Sigtermans - Piano

Lekker String EnsembleAdrian Moore - Organ

Nicholas Scott-Burt - Conductor

To book call 01327 876370 / 01604 832516

Tickets£14 Reserved

£12 Unreserved£1 Students

Holy Cross Church, DaventrySaturday 6th December 2014 at 7.30pm


6767www.daventrychoral.org.uk | Registered Charity No 1010764

A Feast of Christmas Music and Carolsfor choir and audience to include:

Vivaldi - MagnificatVaughan Williams - Fantasia on Christmas Carols

Nicholas Scott-Burt - Christmas Night in Blue

Rupert Reid - BaritoneRichard Dunster-Sigtermans - Piano

Lekker String EnsembleAdrian Moore - Organ

Nicholas Scott-Burt - Conductor

To book call 01327 876370 / 01604 832516

Tickets£14 Reserved

£12 Unreserved£1 Students

Holy Cross Church, DaventrySaturday 6th December 2014 at 7.30pm

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