Beer can put sparkle back in the rural economy!
Share Despite brewing being one of Britain’s unsung success stories during the current economic downturn the Government should be doing more to help the industry to flourish by supporting the supply chain from farm to pub. From barley and hops in the field, to the glass of beer in your local pub, the chain of industries behind this unique British product has a major impact on economic and social life in rural Britain – something that’s not been at the heart of policymaking as we look to grow the economy....
Read MoreRemember . . .Remember: 26th December!
ShareRemember, remember that the only place you want to be on Boxing Day is right here with us! Okay, excuse the assumptions and sales patter but it’s going to be great! Honest! Take a look at it here!
Read MorePretty Kitty Pampering
SharePretty Kitty have been pampering girlies (from the ‘little kittens’ to ‘lady cats’!) for over a year now! Their new website covers all the packages they offer and has pricing and booking info sooooo….WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Get pampered today! Call Sarah or Martina on 07902 483459 or VISIT THE...
Read MoreKandy Cupcakes of Woodhouse Eaves
Share Beautiful cupcakes, wedding cakes and birthday cakes from Sarah Thomas in Woodhouse eaves. Sarah Thomas launched Kandy cupcakes in the Autumn of 2008 after baking for her family and friends. Her instinctive talent for creating mouth watering confectionary in an exciting range of tastes has now grown into a thriving business. Kandy Cottage, 96 Brand Hill, Woodhouse Eaves, Leicestershire, LE12 8SS, 01509 891 121 . . . . visit the website...
Read MoreDavid/Dominic North
ShareDavid North’s of Rothley: Delicatessen extraordinaire, local green-grocer and cheese and fine wine specialists. If you are passing through Cropston/Rothley and don’t drop in to this superb shop, you are missing out! Davids son; Dominic and his team of highly trained chefs specialise in the highest quality Patisserie, using only the finest ingredients from around the continent. Ideal for celebration cakes of all types! (0116) 2302263 289 Station Road, Rothley, Leicestershire, LE7 7LD visit...
Read MoreThe first shoot of the year!
ShareThe weak hearted, look away now! Around Swithland today 29 pheasents, 6 partridges and 6 ducks found themselves on the wrong side of a fire arm, poor things . . . Never-the-less, there was a good turn out for the first Woodbrook Pheasant Shoot this year! 22 guns and beaters left from the Griffin this morning after a hearty full English, all returning this evening with all their limbs intact and without injury! Well done...
Read MoreThe Blog
ShareWelcome to our new and improved blog! Get to know a little more about Swithland’s favourite (okay, only) pub, I think we’ll start with a picture of what we have got to look forward to over the coming winter season . . . see, it’s not all that...
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