Now the children are settled back in school, my husband suggested a nice day out together. I was thinking relaxing spa, shopping in Bath and lunch but realised I was way off track as we arrived in the car park at West Lulworth for what he described as a “lovely walk.” As we began to [...]
We had a great Country Child photoshoot at The Beckford Arms last week with four gorgeous children. They modelled a selection of wonderful clothes from many local suppliers, such as The Faithful Elephant, The Urban Meadow, Millie Manu, Picaloulou, Cooking Apple, Tweedies, Guillotine and Minna. Our Country Child photographer, Millie Pilkington was as always absolutely [...]
Longleat has gone all Lapland this year adding an ice rink to their seasonal attractions (see earlier post about Where to See Santa). We went along on the opening day and once the girls had got over being star struck by the presence of Emma “Baby Spice” Bunton they got to grips with the ice. [...]
There are some wonderful festive markets taking place this week which shouldn’t be missed. The Blandford Yuletide Festival is on tomorrow (Wednesday 14th) from 6pm. The Corn Exchange will host Father Christmas along with the “Jubilate Singers” and Stour Valley Brass Band. The town will buzzing with wonderful markets, such as the ATM, Farmers’ Market, French [...]
Although Father Christmas is very busy getting your child’s stocking stocked, you might be able to catch a glimpse of him before Christmas Eve. I believe they’re expecting a visit from him at the following venues…. CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND AT PAULTON’S PARK Visit Santa’s Christmas Wonderland and step into a magical world of fun and song. [...]
It’s such a great feeling when you order someone a present, it arrives and meets up to all your expectations .. and more. I was struggling to think what to buy our nearly 10-year-old daughter for Christmas. She’s outgrown toys, clothes are considered a commodity still and I wanted to avoid going down the technology [...]
Billed as the South West’s biggest and most beautiful festive market, the Bath Christmas Market is surely an unmissable stop during your preparations for Christmas. A huge mixture of stalls with masses of gorgeous things on offer for children too. I had often heard tell of this rather gorgeous Christmas shebang and yet, somehow, had [...]
The children at Leweston Prep got a big surprise on Friday when Father Christmas landed at the school in a Royal Navy Lynx helicopter. He was there to collect the shoe boxes that the children in the Prep School has been collecting for Operation Christmas Child, an annual project that enables school children to fill [...]
OH, YES IT IS! And not just pantomimes – read on to find the best and brightest of live, local, seasonal entertainment. JACK AND THE BEANSTALK - Salisbury Playhouse – Wednesday 7 December – Saturday 7 January The Playhouse has a reputation for producing fantastic pantos with colourful sets, characters and costumes. Mark Anderson is back [...]
Billed as the South West’s biggest and most beautiful festive market, the Bath Christmas Market is surely an unmissable stop during your preparations for Christmas. A huge mixture of stalls with masses of gorgeous things on offer for children too. I had often heard tell of this rather gorgeous Christmas shebang and yet, somehow, had [...]
It’s that time of year again. Christmas Fairs are springing up all over the place offering a wonderful opportunity for you to get your Christmas shopping underway. Here are just a few to get you started…. CHRISTMAS FAIR AT BISHOPS CAUNDLE - Thursday 3 November – 9am-5pm Manor Farmhouse, Bishops Caundle, Sherborne DT9 5AD. Tel: 01963 [...]
We had a great Country Child photoshoot at The Beckford Arms last week with four gorgeous children. They modelled a selection of wonderful clothes from many local suppliers, such as The Faithful Elephant, The Urban Meadow, Millie Manu, Picaloulou, Cooking Apple, Tweedies, Guillotine and Minna. Our Country Child photographer, Millie Pilkington was as always absolutely [...]
Longleat has gone all Lapland this year adding an ice rink to their seasonal attractions (see earlier post about Where to See Santa). We went along on the opening day and once the girls had got over being star struck by the presence of Emma “Baby Spice” Bunton they got to grips with the ice. [...]
Although Father Christmas is very busy getting your child’s stocking stocked, you might be able to catch a glimpse of him before Christmas Eve. I believe they’re expecting a visit from him at the following venues…. CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND AT PAULTON’S PARK Visit Santa’s Christmas Wonderland and step into a magical world of fun and song. [...]
Now the children are settled back in school, my husband suggested a nice day out together. I was thinking relaxing spa, shopping in Bath and lunch but realised I was way off track as we arrived in the car park at West Lulworth for what he described as a “lovely walk.” As we began to [...]
Longleat has gone all Lapland this year adding an ice rink to their seasonal attractions (see earlier post about Where to See Santa). We went along on the opening day and once the girls had got over being star struck by the presence of Emma “Baby Spice” Bunton they got to grips with the ice. [...]
There are some wonderful festive markets taking place this week which shouldn’t be missed. The Blandford Yuletide Festival is on tomorrow (Wednesday 14th) from 6pm. The Corn Exchange will host Father Christmas along with the “Jubilate Singers” and Stour Valley Brass Band. The town will buzzing with wonderful markets, such as the ATM, Farmers’ Market, French [...]
We’ve just come across this new on-line family run business based in Sturminster Newton. Love to Splash specialises in all things water for babies and children. As parents, we all want to encourage our children to love the water. It starts as babies at bathtime and is usually closely followed by swimming lessons or just [...]
Yesterday, I bought a Kindle. I’d never imagined myself leaving the world of hard copy books, but as Granny and Grandpa have embraced the world of on-line reading, I thought I’d join them.
Lavender Lane Interiors have opened a new showroom in Shaftesbury at 22f Wincombe Business Park.
This weather has been so glorious that there is no excuse for anyone not working not to be out in the sunshine doing jobs, planning things and moving on with the New Year. Get your compost out and start sowing whatever you dare. I would suggest that you can now sow some varieties of tomatoes, [...]
Now the children are settled back in school, my husband suggested a nice day out together. I was thinking relaxing spa, shopping in Bath and lunch but realised I was way off track as we arrived in the car park at West Lulworth for what he described as a “lovely walk.” As we began to [...]
The garden has not been very inviting over the last few weeks. It just seems to be tidying up jobs that need to be done and as there is no rush for this, they tend to get put off. Things that really do need your attention are the hoses that need to be put away. [...]
My mother (aka “Country Granny”) makes these delicious mince pies every Christmas. The secret ingredient is definitely in the cream cheese. Orange Pastry 500g plain flour 125g caster sugar 375g chilled, diced butter Finely grated rind and juice of 1 large orange Make the pastry in a Magimix or using the rubbing in method [...]
Waitrose Gillingham is offering our readers (UK only, I’m afraid!) a luxury seasonal hamper full of goodies including a bottle of bubbly, fruit cake, truffles and fudge – perfectly timed for all your house guests this Christmas. All you have to do is subscribe to our website by 15th December for a chance to win. [...]
There has certainly been a bit of a buzz around the opening of the newly revamped Fontmell pub. The pub which was originally The Crown is well situated in Fontmell Magna just 10 minutes drive from Shaftesbury. What strikes you when you walk through the door is that it is more intimate than its [...]
Carddies are the latest toy to land on the Country Child desk, so we thought we’d test them out on some of our children and get their verdict on this new toy. Recently launched by two sisters with seven children between them, Carddies are sets of engaging card characters that are ready to colour in. The [...]
The winner of our promotional offer of a Waitrose Luxury Christmas hamper is Hilary from Blandford. Her name was picked randomly from more than 400 of our Country Child subscribers. When she was told she had won, the mother of two said, “I am absolutely amazed and delighted!” Congratulations to Hilary and thank you to everyone [...]
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