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Ashby St Ledgers, Barby, Birdingbury, Bourton, Braunston, Broadwell, Crick, Dunchurch, Flecknoe, Frankton, Grandborough, Kilsby, Leamington Hastings, Long Itchington, Marton, Napton, Onley, Stockton, Stretton-on-Dunsmore, Thurlaston, Welton & Willoughby

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Crimble TreesChoice of trees from 3-12 foot (over 10ft trees need to be ordered by November 14 )Bases are trimmed to fit your stand

Instructions on how to look after your treeSelect your tree and have it wrapped on purchaseVarious grades of tree to suit your budget

On sale from November 30.

We also have lots of wreaths and garlands and dont miss all our fabulous christmas decorations in our new barn.

GobblybirdsAll our birds are Free range & Local

Dry Plucked TurkeysBronze TurkeysGooseDuckLarge Cockerels

We also sell exquilumptious hand-made mince pies and Christmas Puds and speciality Pork and Game Pies

Just a few of the great glitterings why you should trundlepod to us the Crimbletime.

What better way to get you in the Crimble mood than choosing your tree from our magical Nordman Fir forest and your decorations from our barn?

Crimble trees and Gobblybirds... and dont miss our NEW Christmas barn with wealth of Christmas decorations

Bookings now being taken for childrens dinner with santa

Out & about

Lunch menu 122 courses, Tuesday Saturday

Tuesday & Wednesday EveningItalian Specials Menu 12

TraditionalItalian dishes from our chef Rudi

Last Thursday of the MonthTapas Night

Menus available on our website www.therosecountrypub.co.uk

email us on [email protected]

Friday Evening

Fish Night Specials Board

Traditional Sunday Lunch1course 10.95

Opening Times

Tuesday Saturday 11am 3pm / 6pm 11pm

Sunday 11am 4pm

The Rose Inn,

Main Street,

Willoughby,

CV23 8BH

01788 891180

www.therosecountrypub.co.uk

Were 2 years old!Rudi & Gillian are happy to announce theyve signed a new lease and are looking forward to the next 10! Come & celebrate with us, book a table

from 1st to 14th November and the coffee is on us.Christmas menus are available on the website or in the pub,

bookings filling up fast! We look forward to hosting your Christmas celebration;

friends, colleagues or family!

HAYRACKGALLERY

Old Dairy Farm Craft CentreUpper Stowe, Nr Weedon NN7 4SH

Telephone 01327 342780www.hayrackgallery.co.uk

Open Daily 10am - 5pm

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Something SpecialUnique & beautiful collections from our own selected

artists, silversmiths, potters & glass designers.The Hayrack, a hidden jewel set in the village of

Upper Stowe awaits your visit.

Refreshments available on site.

Located at Heart of the Shires Shopping Village, A5 Watling Street, Nr Weedon, Northants, NN7 4LB

Open 7 days 10am to 5pm.

With 2000sq feet of indoor and additional outdoor space, the centre offers a large and varied selection of high quality antiques and collectables. Outside

youll fi nd statuary, planters and other outside effects including Kadai Indian Fire Bowls, teak garden

furniture and wooden garden buildings and sheds.

Tel: 01327 340594

3www.villageemporium.co.uk 01788 298 050

Out & about

Vasstech Auto Services offer servicing, repairs, diagnostics, air conditioning repairs and servicing, tyres and MOTs. Keeping your car running as it should!

Does your car turn 3 years old this month? If so, it is due its first MOT Test

MOT Test 39 We offer class 4 MOT Tests for just 39! You are welcome to wait in our comfortable viewing area with complimentary refreshments and plenty of reading material. Or if you prefer we can collect and return your vehicle for you - free of charge! We offer a FREE reminder service, so that next year you wont have to worry about forgetting your MOT due date!

Make sure your car is ready for winter and book in for our FREE SAFETY CHECK! Our safety inspection will give you a detailed report of any items that need addressing, with a colour coded priority list it will be easy to identify work that is urgent. Our safety check includes inspection of the tyres, lights, levels, suspension, steering, brakes and exhaust system.

Save 10 when having your service & MOT Test

done togetherCall us on 01788 542555

for a free quote!

35 Webb Ellis Industrial Estate, Woodside Park, Rugby CV21 2NP

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The copy deadline for the January/February

issue is 3rd DecemberHand delivered to 7,500 homes

every issue. For more info call us on:

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Welcome to The Village Emporium

November/December 2012

Download our App nowThe EMPORIUM in your pocket app is designed to make it even easier for you to find out where to go and who to call locally. Whats more there will be vouchers and special offers for you to check out as well as regular notifications of special events.

Advertise with us!

As the nights draw in we have been working hard to bring you a bigger and better magazine. More features, more competitions and more local businesses wanting to give you the very best service. What more could you want to finish off 2012?

Weve also thought how to make it even easier to track down your favourite pub, get help in your home or find advice on anything from your accounts to your health. Firstly, we have colour coded all the sections to signpost you through the magazine. Secondly, you can search by category on our web site www.villageemporium.co.uk where you will find contact details for all current advertisers. Finally if you are out and about then

download our EMPORIUM in your pocket App to get instant information and special offers on the move.

With Christmas on the way use The Village Emporium to take the stress out of your festive preparations. Whether its planning a celebration, sprucing up your home or making you look and feel your best, theres someone who can help. For hassle free Christmas shopping you cant beat our local independent shops for original gifts and easy parking of course!

Theres lots going on in our towns and villages too in the run up to Christmas; check out the Whats On section in the magazine, on the web site or on the App for news on community and charity events. If you are organising a local event do remember to let us know so we can publicise it for you.

With our best wishes for a happy end to 2012

Alison & Clare

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In this issue...

Contents6 Out & about

8 Whats On?

d Look good, feel good

v Your family

. Your home

L Your garden

Z Business & IT

V On the road

Competitions

q Win a Christmas Tree Win a Fresh Nordman Fir Christmas Tree

from Skylark Fields Farm Shop

s Win a mini shoot Win a mini shoot for your child/ children or choose your favourite pet/

animal, great idea for Christmas gift!

Featuresu Keep Christmas Local Our local traders have unique gift ideas to suit

all budgets

z Eat Seasonally Autumn may be giving way to winter but with so many lovely foods to look forward to we can cope with the weather.

E Have yourself an Eco-Thrifty Christmas Our 10 top tips for a thrifty and ecologically-

responsible christmas.

Business editorialsj Bowen Therapy - The Gentle Way Many of us suffer aches and pains which

can be debilitating and lower our natural immune system. Bowen is a hands-on remedial therapy that may help a wide range of issues.

k Suffering with back or neck pain? Good posture is crucial to reducing

preventable back problems in adult life.

B TLC for you and your VW group car The Village Emporium go for their free winter

safety check.

Coffee cup triviaK Relax, sharpen the pencil and engage the grey matter!Please see our website for solutions.

Thanks to local phototgrapher Keith Skinner for the image on front cover



Out & about

Sandy Lane, Church Brampton,

Northampton, NN6 8AX

www.bhgc.co.uk [email protected]

01604 84 39 39

We are a popular venue for weddings, parties, presentation evenings, conferences, school proms and much more.

We also offer a great value Sunday Lunch every week from just 6.95. Booking advised.

Green fees from 5 - Short course. Main Course -Standard week day green fee 21.00.

Weekend 26.00. Twilight offers available.

Par 3 short course, Covered & Floodlit Driving Range Pro Shop from 7am daily

Spike bar from 7am every day until late

Hosts of Lee Westwood Golf Academy

Village Emporium

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Right hand side page please. Top if possible.

Christmas Parties

Please call or visit website

for more information.

Festive Craft Fayre Sunday 25th Nov.

Free entry & free parking

Golf Retail and Indoor Teaching Studio

Studio tuition for beginners and elite players from one of the Midlands most

experienced teaching ProfessionalsVideo swing analysis

using the latest golf simulator

1:1 tuition or groups of up to 4Book a club custom fitting session with us before you buy

Shop opening hours 10 - 6

Monday - SaturdayTuition and Simulator hire available 8.30am-9.30pm

Xmas gifts and vouchers available

Situated in the picturesque canal side village of Braunston, you will always nd a warm welcome at Poppies Teashop

Homemade fayre including soup, lightlunches, cakes and cream teas servedall day

We stock an eclectic selection of jewellery,felted bags, home accessories and uniquehandmade items

Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am- 5pm31 High Street, Braunston NN11 7HRWalkers welcome

www.poppiesteashop.co.uk

teashop

Situated in the picturesque canal side village of Braunston, you will always nd a warm welcome at Poppies Teashop

Homemade fayre including soup, lightlunches, cakes and cream teas servedall day


Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am- 5pm31 High Street, Braunston NN11 7HRWalkers welcome


teashop

Situated in the picturesque canal side village of Braunston, you will always find awarm welcome at Poppies Teashop

Homemade fayre including soup, light lunches, cakes and cream teas served all day


Ideal stop for Christmas giftsOpen Tuesday - Friday 10am- 5pm

31 High Street, Braunston NN11 7HR

Walkers welcome


Please mention The Village Emporium when responding to advertisers

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Celebrating?

Give your venue that WOW! factor and impress your guests

we create professional dcor for private and corporate parties

Send a Gift With a DifferenceWe deliver Balloon Bouquets

or a Balloon-in-a-Box

Call 01604 743130 or0776 981 7476

[email protected]

has Balloons for Every Occasion

Dot CroweBA Honours PGCEA Associate MPA

Usui-Reiki Seichem & Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki Master Teacher

Registered Spiritual Teacher & Healer

Cleves Garden Studio01788 891465

[email protected]

SHOULDER OF MUTTONG R A N D B O R O U G H

CHRISTMAS MENU 4 course 19.95www.shoulderof mutton-grandborough.co.uk

Shoulder of MuttonSawbridge Road , Grandborough,

Warwickshire CV23 8DN

01788 814306email: [email protected]

StartersHomemade spicy carrot & apple soup

served with a crusty baguette & butter.Duck Pate

A smooth rich pate accompanied with cranberry sauce and hot toast.

Salmon & Prawn ParcelsLarge prawns wrapped in Scottish smoked salmon,

with a mixed leaf salad and marie rose sauce.Somerset Brie & Asparagus Cheesecake

A blend of Somerset brie, spring onion and asparagus make up a delicious cheesecake served with a salad garnish.

Japanese Torp Prawns, crispy coated prawns and sweet chilli dipping sauce.

Main CourseWarwickshire Turkey

Juicy breast of Warwickshire turkey with all the traditional trimmings.

Topside of BeefRoast Topside Beef, Yorkshire pudding & horse radish Sauce.

10oz Rib-Eye SteakCooked to your liking with a choice of brandy & peppercorn

or port & stilton sauce.Salmon Fillet

A thick 8oz salmon fillet pan fried in lemon and parsley sauce.Mushroom & Brie Cranberry Wellington

A puff pastry case stuffed with brie cheese, mushrooms, spinach & roasted hazelnuts.

DessertsTraditional Christmas Pudding

Topped with helping of hot brandy sauce.A Choice of Sweets from our Board

Mixed Cheese & Biscuits Board

To FinishCoffee & Mints.


Out & about

Deluxe Holiday Homes in Snowdonia

l Located in National Park overlooking Rhinog mountains

l Norwegian 2 or 3 bed log cabinsl Year round availabilityl Perfect for walking/cycling/

fishing or just a relaxing trip to the beach or local historic castle

www.bronyraur.co.uk

Preferential rates for readers of The Village Emporium

For more information call Marnie on

01926 633745

Whats on?


Saturday 10th November Grandborough Village Hall Christmas Fair 1pm to 4 pm. Perfect gifts, decorations, cards, jewellery, bags, clothes, handmade Christmas puddings and desserts, wreaths , handmade soaps etc. Lindsey Bramley 07966 256553 / 01788 810429.

Saturday 17th November Leamington Hastings Parish Hall An evening of entertainment by the Leamington Spa Royal Naval Association Male Voice Choir complete with a light supper. 7 for 7.30pm. Tickets cost 7 (including supper). Call 01926 632874 or 632899

Saturday 17th November All Saints Church, Leamington Hastings - Indoor Christmas Market 11.30am - 2.30pm

Many Local craft stalls, art and photography exhibition and raffle. Proceeds for All Saints Church. Marie 01926 632060

Saturday 17th November Dunchurch Village Hall Christmas Fair in aid of Cancer Research UK. 1-4pm. Large variety of craft stalls and home-made refreshments served. Admission free. Nicky on 07972 634713

Thursday 22nd November Benn Hall, Newbold Road, Rugby Wallis Simpson - That Woman or the Duchess of Style. From 7.30pm. An illustrated lecture by Anne Sebba BA, author of the 2011 biography That Woman: The Life of Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. Rugby Decorative & Fine Arts Society (NADFAS).

Thursday 29th November Warwick Town Centre Victorian Evening 5pm to 9pm . Attractions throughout the town centre including a traditional carousel, a horse and carriage, craft demonstrations, birds of prey, ferret racing, traction engines, childrens rides and a lantern procession from St Marys Church. Craft, charity and festive food www.enjoywarwick.co.uk/events-and-whats-on/warwick-victorian-evening/view-details.html

Saturday 24th November St Peters Church, Dunchurch Musical Evening - join in with an evening of singing, organ music and lighthearted seasonal poems and extracts. 7.30pm Tickets 7.50 (to include wine and dessert) Ann 01788 811893

Saturday 24th November Willoughby Village Hall Christmas Fair Homemade produce, fancy goods, tombola, bottle stall, cake stall, toy stall, refreshments. 2pm.

Saturday 24th November 7 for 7.30 pmBourton village hall. Garden club - a mince pie & enjoy the talk called Flowers of the coast

9Whats on?

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]


Thursday 13th December A Dickens of a Christmas. from 7.30pm. Benn Hall, Newbold Road, Rugby. An illustrated lecture by Tim Stimson BA. Non-

members most welcome. Rugby Decorative & Fine Arts Society (NADFAS)

Saturday 15th December All Saints Church Leamington Hastings Armonico Consort Christmas Concert with mulled wine & mince pies. 7pm. Tickets & further information David Potts 07966 584328 [email protected]

Saturday 22nd December Warwick Castle. Carols at Warwick Castle The local event will be enjoyed by over 2000 people, getting everyone into the spirit of Christmas. Gates open 6.45pm. Tickets are 7.00 per person aged 12 1.00 per person aged 0-11 www.warwick-castle.com

Saturday 24th November Crick Village Hall Coffee morning to include Tombola,raffle, New Stall, Bric a Brac, cards and Air Ambulance stall. Anyone wanting to donate a gift, contact Maria on 07889 253419. All proceeds to WNAA. 10-30-12.30pm Monday 26th November Eyes Down at 7.30pm Galanos House, Banbury Road, Southam Christmas Bingo Bar open & refreshments available For more details contact, 01926 812185

Saturday 1st December All Saints Church, Braunston The Interdum Singers who present This Fairest Isle A Celebration of British Music. Ticket Prices Adult 8 Concessions 6 Accompanied under 16s FREE; Ticket Prices included interval refreshments. Ring 01788 890826 for ticket reservations. 7:30pm.

5th 15th December 10am to 5pm daily (closed Sunday) The Bramble Patch, West Street, Weedon, Northants NN7 4QU Christmas Exhibition of wonderful quilts, indulge in seasonal mulled wine and mince pies! Entry fee 2All proceeds to Macmillan. Telephone/Fax 01327 342212

Invest in the best.

B e s p o k e H a n d m a d e F u r n i t u r e

K i t c h e n s | B e d r o o m s | P a n e l l i n g

L i b r a r i e s | S t u d i e s

f r a se r j ames l td . co.uk

We all have a vision of our perfect kitchen; traditional or modern, rustic or minimalist.

At Fraser James, whatever you imagine we can make it a reality. Everything is hand finished and checked, doing that little extra to ensure the highest quality product.

Invest in quality that will last a lifetime.

Tel: 01327 315 037

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Out & about

Win a Fresh Nordmann Fir Christmas Tree compliments of Skylark Fields Farm

To be in with a chance, answer the following question correctlyHow many Christmas trees are planted at

Skylark Field Farm each year?a. 100b. 500 c. 1000

Send your answers to: By e mail to [email protected] - and pop your answer in the subject box or by post The Village Emporium, Unit 7, Dunchurch Trading Estate, London Road, Rugby CV23 9LN

Prize draw will take place on November 23rd and winner will be notified on Monday 26th November. Your Christmas tree will be available from November 30th and will be from all available up to 6 feet in height.

Invest in the best.

B e s p o k e H a n d m a d e F u r n i t u r e

K i t c h e n s | B e d r o o m s | P a n e l l i n g

L i b r a r i e s | S t u d i e s

f r a se r j ames l td . co.uk

We all have a vision of our perfect kitchen; traditional or modern, rustic or minimalist.

At Fraser James, whatever you imagine we can make it a reality. Everything is hand finished and checked, doing that little extra to ensure the highest quality product.

Invest in quality that will last a lifetime.

Tel: 01327 315 037

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ChristmasWhats on this DecemberThe Heart of Christmas Shopping

Come and join us at Heart of the Shires this December. Soak up the atmosphere and enjoy shopping in a beautiful rural setting full of wonderful

independent stores, away from the hustle and bustle of busy town centres.

Heart of the Shires, A5 Watling Street, Near Weedon, Northamptonshire NN7 4LB

FREE CAR PARKING OPEN 7 DAYS - 10am until 5pm

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HOGGLEYS BREWERYLyme Bay Cider Co.

JOULESLovelinksKADAI

Vale of WeltonSIMON CARTER

Emma BridgewaterBelvoirLSA GLASSWARE Johnathan Harris

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Dont worry if you have last minute gifts to buy we open until 7.00pm

20th Dec.Last Minute Dash

122415-16th Dec.Enjoy some festive music with The Salvation Army Band.

Christmas trees

7-20th Dec.

We have a wonderful selection of real Christmas Trees for you to purchase.

Join us at our Grand Christmas Opening and meet the stars of the Deco Theatres Panto Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, featuring X Factor finalist Lucie Jones and Emmerdales Kurtis Stacey who will be turning on the Christmas Lights. As one of our VIP guests you can also take advantage of our exclusive offers!

7thDec.Christmas Lights sw

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with CeLebrity guests &

shoppers vip evening5 - 7pm

ADvEnTS

Christmas grotto

Children will have fun too - we have an exclusive

Christmas grotto during the month of December

Enjoy and sample some delicious festive fayre from the White Harts (Flore) esteemed chefs cookery demonstrations.

8-9th Dec.Tantalise your Tastebuds

Be sure to get hold of a golden ticket you could win a 250 shopping experience, plus many more prizes!

20th Nov. - 20th Dec.prize Draw

Throughout December come and see our best dressed Christmas trees and VOTE for your favourite.

best DresseD!


Gorgeous clothes and great present ideas....

gloves,scarves, jewellery and bags.....

order online!

Gifts for all the special people in your life...wooden toys, Jellycat soft toys, traditonal games,

jewellery, mens gifts, Christmas decorations form Gisela Graham and candles from Lily Flame...and of course gorgeous bags, purses and accessories from Radley,

Fiorelli, Modalu, Oilily and Kipling. We gift wrap FREE of charge...

Also open Sundays 11 till 4 in December.

31 Regent Street, Rugby Tel: 01788 570444 Opening Hours:

Monday to Saturday 9.30am - 5.30pmwww.etceterarugby.co.uk

20 Regent Street, Rugby Tel: 01788 552400 Opening Hours:

Monday to Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pmwww.etceterastyle.co.uk

Out & about

exposure57 church street rugby01788 541321

Stockistsof Lifestyle

Clothing

Open sundays 11-4pm DecemberLate night 29th November

Out & about

HOMEWARES AND COFFEE HOUSE

ON THE FIRST FLOOR AT

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Browse a selection of photo frames,candlesticks, wall signs and otherinteresting gifts whilst enjoying

a fine cup of coffee and cake from THE JOLLY GOOD PUD COMPANY of

Rugby or have a bite to eat - quiche fromRugby resturant VERMILLION or

a CHEESE ON THE GREEN of Biltonvintage cheddar and

ham sandwich.

01788 57330316 Albert Street Rugby

OUR NEW JEWELLERY, HANDBAG AND SCARF STORE IS OPPOSITE

VANILLA GIFT.This stunning shop with its

high ceilings and chandeliers, is the perfect backdrop to our extensive

range of accessories.

01788 5772223 Albert Street Rugby



Keep Christmas Local

Fossil bookends at 50.00 are a gorgeous gift. You wont be disappointed in this treasure trove of a destination at Jacquis Gems at Heart of Shires

Shopping Village. Tel 01327 341593.

Golfers Garmin S1 GPS golf watch 149.99 in stock along with ranges of clothing, golf hardware and motorised trolleys for the golfer in your family. The Golfzone,

Daventry Tel 01327 438131.

Feature

Sterling silver and freshwater pearl necklace 49.95, from a huge selection of gifts, pictures and so much more at the Hayrack Gallery, you wont be disappointed.The Old Dairy Farm Craft Centre, Upper

Stowe. 01327 342780 www.hayrackgallery.co.uk

Pets are always key to our family at Christmas time, try this knitted Christmas jumper for your dog 18.50 - 19.50. Visit Barkitty at

Heart of the Shires Shopping Village for the full range of pet gift ideas to ensure they dont feel left out. Tel 01327 349328 www.barkitty.co.uk

Our local traders have unique gift ideas to suit all budgets


Shop Local this Christmas

Feature

You may have the IPAD, but have you got the case? Visit Terracotta for a range of gifts and accessories to include some super looking IPAD cases 39.00. Bank Street

Rugby, 01788 570076

Radley accessories available along with Radley handbags among others and plenty of family gifts to choose from. Gloves and hat from 29.00 Visit

Etcetera Regent Street, Rugby www.etceterarugby.co.uk 01788 570444

Seasalt Xmasbag, ideal gift for teenagers. Youll be surprised by the extensive range of casual clothing from high street brand names. Exposure, Church Street Rugby 01788 541321 www.exposure.co.uk

When you give a Sphere of Life gift, you dont only give a gorgeous jewellery design but one that has a special meaning too! Priced from 69.99 its just one of hundreds of gorgeous pieces for all the family available at The Jewel of Daventry,Daventry tel 01327 341593 www.jewelonthesquare.co.uk

The Jolly Wheelbarrow Company offers reproduction Victorian wheelbarrows with a difference, a great long lasting

gift you are sure to remember. Tel 01327 872950 www.victorianwheelbarrows.co.uk.

Out & about

01788 890350


The Bridge InnSoutham Road Napton CV47 8NQ

01926 812466

Cabaret Bands

Buskers Burlesque

Food all DayFreshly Cooked

Open FiresCanal Views

Dogs and Muddy Boots Welcome

Country House Hotel & Spa

www.fawsleyhall.com Tel: 01327 892000

Festive Lunch and Dinner Menu 2012Available 1st to 31st December

Two courses 19.95 per person Three courses 25.95 per personChildren under 12yrs - Half Price

Christmas at

STARTERSParsnip & Chestnut SoupSpiced Pork Terrine, CranberryChutney, ToastGravadlax, Potato & Cucumber Tian, Swedish Honey MustardSauce

MAIN COURSERoast Stuffed Escalope of TurkeyWrapped in Pancetta with RoastPotatoes &Root Vegetables,Sprouts,Bread Sauce & GravySeared Fillet of Cornish Seabass, Braised Fennel, Kale,Parmentier, Brown Shrimp & Chive SauceWoodland Mushroom, Gruyere, Mozzarella & Parsley RisottoCakes, Garlic Cress Salad, Parsley Veloute

DESSERTSChristmas Plum Pudding, Brandy CreamChocolate & Cardamom Mousse, Coffee Soil, Mandarin GelCoffee, Teas, Infusions, Mince Pies 3.95 p.p

A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to the above. Excludes Christmas E ve Night, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Bank Holidays & New Years Eve Dinner

Reservations 01327 892000 www.fawsleyhall.com

* menu not available Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Years Eve

Limited places are still available for you to join us for our Christmas Day Lunch, Boxing Day Gala Dinner and our

spectacular New Years Eve Dinner and Dance.

See our website for further details and prices. Dont miss out on these fabulous events. Book now and receive a 15%

discount on our published rates.

*


Out & about

J. Parriss JewellersFor quality, value and service...

Phone: 01788 542671 or 01788 577225 www.jparrissjewellers.co.uk13 Regent Street, Rugby

Exclusive range of new diamond engagement and wedding rings.Specialists in Jewellery, clock and watch repairsWe pay top prices for your old gold and silver

J. PARRISS JEWELLERSFOR QUALITY, VALUE & SERVICE

Half price diamond sale now on

Free 100 voucher when you spend 300 in store and 50 voucher when you spend 150,

based on goods sold at full recommended selling price.

Fantastic range of Newbridge Silverware, Christmas decorations, designer handbags,

purses & jewellery.

Range of Lulu Guinness, Murano jewellery, Royal Scot crystal. Stockists of Rotary, Seiko,

Pulsar and Dreyfuss watches.

Phone: 01788 542671 or 01788 577225

www.jparrissjewellers.co.uk13 Regent Street Rugby


Out & about

Win a mini shoot for your child/children or choose your favourite pet/animal, great idea for Christmas gift!

With compliments of Barefoot Photography, answer the following question correctly and submit your response before 23rd November to ensure a Christmas mini shoot guaranteed.

What was the name of the red nosed reindeer used to pull Santas sleigh?a. Prancerb. Dancerc. Rudolph

Winner will be selected at random from the correct answers on Friday 23rd November 2012. The prize will be valid for 2 months if you do not wish to take it before Christmas.

Send your answers to; By email [email protected] and pop your answer in the subject box or by post to The Village Emporium, Unit 7 Dunchurch Trading Estate, London Road, Rugby CV23 9LN

Photo shoot can be taken at winners home or outdoors, weather dependent and must be located with Warwickshire or Northamptonshire. The latest date for photo shoot will be 7th December to guarantee pre Christmas delivery. Otherwise offer is valid until 31st January 2013.

COMPETITION


Wrap up warm with Terracotta this winter!

Clothes, jewellery, scarves and gifts

Gift Gift vouchers available







Wrap up warm with

Terracotta this winter!

Clothes, jewellery,

scarves and gifts



Clothes, jewellery,

scarves and gifts




Gift vouchers available

Out & about

Please contact me for a FREE hour consultation!

The Weight, Hypnotherapy & You (WHY) Weight Reduction

Programme &

The Virtual Gastric Band Weight Reduction Programme

Caroline Clemons (BEd. Hons. Dip. Hyp. DS)

07928 181010 / 01788 819365

[email protected] www.choosehypnotherapy.co.uk

Choose Hypnotherapy Stress, Anxiety, Confidence

Insomnia, Smoking.

If you feel that Hypnotherapy could

work for you, please contact me for a FREE hour consultation.

Caroline Clemons (BEd. Hons, Dip. Hyp. CS)

07928 181010 / 01788 819365 [email protected] www.choosehypnotherapy.co.uk

Holistic & Beauty Salon in Willoughby

Tel: Jackie Williams 01788 89088919 Lower St, Willoughby,

Rugby, CV23 8BX

Spend 20 or more and get 10% o with this ad

oering a wide range of treatments with care from massage to waxing

Gift vouchers available

Ladies, Gents & Childrens Hair

Book your hair with our experienced stylist Michelle. Cut and finish from only 20

Gents hair only 8 Senior citizen rates on Tuesdays.

Gift vouchers & gift sets for Christmas

19 Lower Street, Willoughby, Rugby

CV23 8BX

*valid til 31st Dec to be taken at the same time

Pamper Experience for only 33!*Choose 2 treatments from:

Wash & blow dry, back,neck & shoulder massage, Sienna X spray tan,

express facial, minimanicure, mini pedicure, Indian head

massage & Hopi ear candles.

www.bbeautiful-salon.co.uk

Hair and Beauty Salon

Brand new refurbished modern salon!

Top-to-toe pampering under one roof

with our small friendly team.

Call 01788 890889

Download our App now


Look good, feel good

11 Park Street, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 4QN.

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Bowen therapy the gentle wayMany of us suffer aches and pains which can be debilitating and lower our natural immune system. Bowen is a hands-on remedial therapy that may help a wide range of issues, according to local Bowen therapist Patt Stock. It can bring long-term, often rapid, relief from pain, more mobility plus greater levels of energy and improved quality of life. It may help conditions such as back pain, neck pain, arthritis as well as sports injuries and is suitable for all ages from babies to the elderly

The treatments Treatments consist of a series of specific rolling moves across fascia or soft tissue associated with particular muscle groups, ligaments, tendons and nerves. Short resting periods are included between each set of moves to allow the body to respond and to begin its own healing process. Follow-up treatments review the progress and establish the degree of response. The treatment can be performed over loose, light single-layer clothing.

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Patt came to Bowen Therapy and NST from a background in medicine. She holds clinics in Southam, Daventry, Leamington and Rugby. Several other therapists work from herclinics offering a choice of treatments ranging from acupuncture, reflexology, Chinese medicine to talking therapies.

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Eat seasonally

Game is at its peak during winter. Venison, pheasant and duck are all now in season, make a great change from the more usual choice of meats and can be easy to cook! Impress your friends with our recipe for duck breast with clementines and greens.

Try something new this winter

Celeriac and Cavolo Nero are both in season in November and December. Dont be put off by Celeriacs gnarly appearance - the ugliest of vegetables makes one of the nicest soups and is so simple to make.

Cavolo Nero sounds very exotic, but is actually a type of cabbage. Usually grown in Southern Italy, Cavolo Nero, which translates as black cabbage, is now being grown in the UK and is available in supermarkets. It is great in hearty meals like soups and also makes a fantastic accompaniment to meat and fish dishes.

And its not just vegetables that we can get excited about this time of year. Fruit might not seem an obvious choice but pomegranates, clementines, satsumas and cranberries are all in season. Plums, damsons and blackberries are still around, perfect for desserts or sauces for the game that is now at its best.

What to eat now Village Emporium style!Autumn may be giving way to the harsher, colder winter, but with so many lovely foods to look forward to at this time of year we can cope with the weather!

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Celeriac and Cavolo Nero


Eat seasonallyCream of Celeriac soupThe epitome of hearty, this soup will warm you to the core this chilly season.Ingredients25 g (1 oz) butter125 g (4.5 oz) potatoes, peeled and chopped1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed400 g (14 oz) celeriac, peeled and chopped570 ml (1 pint) vegetable stock1 tablespoon lemon juice

275 ml (1/2 pint) milk

MethodMelt the butter in a large pan and give it a good grind of black pepper.Saut the potatoes, garlic, celeriac very gently for 8 minutes.Add the lemon juice, then the stock, bring to the boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the vegetables are cooked - about 25 to 35 minutes.Allow to cool a little then add to a food processor together with the milk and puree.Season to taste with sea salt. Add optional bacon cubes to garnish.

Plum, Cranberry and Orange crumble

We know orange and cranberry makes a perfect

sweetly-sharp accompaniment to Christmas meat

and game, but what about a new take on that

classic British dessert?

IngredientsFor the filling800 g fresh plums, halved and stoned

100 g frozen cranberries (thawed)

Finely grated rind of 1 orange

1 tbsp squeezed orange juice

1 tsp ground cinnamon1 tsp vanilla extract175 g granulated sugar

MethodPreheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.

You will

need a 1.72 litre (33 pint) shallow ovenproof

dish.Put the raw plums, orange rind and juice

and

granulated sugar in the dish and toss together.

Measure the flour and butter into a processor and

whiz until it looks like bread crumbs. Tip into a

bowl, stir in the Demerara sugar and sprinkle on

top of the plums. Level the top with the back of a spoon.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 3040

minutes, or until pale golden brown on top and

bubbling around the edges.

For the crumble175 g plain flour75 g butter, cubed50 g Demerara sugar

Suggestion: Why not add oats to your crumble topping? Chopped pecans

or seasonal walnuts add further crunch and

flavour.


Duck Breast with Clementines and Cavolo Nero or KaleIngredients2 large duck breastsSaltOlive oil125 ml orange/clementine juice3 clementines, segments cut in half

MethodPreheat the oven to 175C/350F/Gas 4Score the fat of the duck breasts in a cross-hatch pattern through the fat, down to the meat. Season the skin with salt.

Gently heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large saut pan and coat the bottom of the pan. Cook the duck breasts skin side down, on a low heat for 30 minutes or so to render the fat from the breasts. This process ensures you get a crispy skin. As the fat builds up in the pan, remove and save for later.

When all the fat has rendered out, turn the heat to medium-high and brown both sides of the duck breast. Transfer to a preheated tray in the oven and cook for about 7 to 8 minutes for me-dium rare, 9-10 minutes for medium. Let the duck rest on a board for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Add the orange juice and clementine segments to the duck pan, incorporating the brown bits from the bottom of the pan. When the juice has reduced by half, add some of the chicken stock, thyme and season with salt. Continue to add the stock and reduce until it reaches a sauce-like consistency. Season to taste.

Meanwhile, add some of the reserved duck fat to a large pan. Add the three garlic cloves and cook until lightly golden and then discard. Cut the Cavolo Nero or Kale into 1 inch strips and toss in the infused oil, seasoning with salt and pepper. Saut the greens until they are wilted but still vibrant looking.

Slice each duck breast and fan the slices over the greens. Spoon some of the sauce on and around the duck. Garnish with pomegranate seeds.

Cavolo Nero or Kale 500 ml chicken stock1 small bunch thyme3 cloves garlicPomegranate seeds for garnish

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We are all feeling the squeeze and we are also all too aware of the impact our lifestyles have on the environment. But Christmas isnt the time for all that. Its about celebrating, indulging and giving and receiving gifts isnt it?

Here at The Village Emporium, we are firm believers in the power of a little imagination. Add in some responsible thinking and suddenly it doesnt have to be all about manic consumerism and our impact on the environment. Here are 10 tips to help you make 2012 a thrifty, ecologically-responsible Christmas.

PresentsThrifty Do whats known as a secret santa so that you only buy a present for one member of the family, or one of your close friends, given anonymously. Or, why not agree to only give presents to the children or agree a budget of say 10 per present. Youll be amazed how imaginative you can be with only a few pounds to spend.

Eco See what you can buy locally. Try and buy all your presents in one shopping trip, or from the same shop, reducing your carbon footprint. The independent quarter in Rugby offers a wealth of variety in just a few streets. Its like having a department store on the doorstep.

CardsThrifty Get the children to make the close family cards. Ever-charming, they will make a pleasant change from bought cards and will be far more valued.

Eco Buy cards printed on recycled card and dont forget to recycle the cards you received after Christmas. Why not send e-cards to some of your contacts? E-cards are an inexpensive way to send Christmas greetings and dont impact the environment.

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thrifty Christmas treeEco Choose a real Christmas tree. In addition to being biodegradable and recyclable, Christmas tree farms provide a haven for birds to shelter and the trees help to absorb greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. However, make sure your tree is from a sustainable source where new trees are planted for every one that is cut down.

Thrifty Invest in a tree with roots. They are slightly more expensive but you can replant it ready for next year and the years to come. Planting a rooted Christmas tree in your garden also helps to offset CO2 emissions.

Christmas dinnerEco Use produce thats in season and buy locally at farmers markets, keeping your contribution to food miles down. Theres no need to buy sprouts that have been grown in another continent or turkeys from a far corner of Europe.

Thrifty Ask each guest take responsibility for bringing one aspect of the meal such as the Christmas pudding or cheese board. Rotate within the family so that a different household puts on the festivities each year.

DecorationsThrifty Go foraging for free, natural dcor to dress your Christmas dinner table. Pine cones sprayed silver or gold make great place name holders and the deep green and luscious red of a holly sprig looks beautiful set against a crisp, white napkin. Home-made decorations such as heart biscuits strung on ribbon, or ones made by the children, look charming and can be interspersed with bought ones.

Eco Many decorations are manufactured in Asia and have to be transported around the world creating more carbon emissions. Choose natural, foraged decorations or home-made creations alongside your bought ones. Orange and apple slices (dried overnight in a very low oven), pine cones and cinnamon sticks all work well. Try our idea for a natural centrepiece using a church candle surrounded by dried orange slices and cinnamon sticks.


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Business & IT

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We are an independent recruitment agency set up bytwo individuals with 30 years recruitment experiencebetween them, Wayne Morris and Joanne Clarke.

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