Welcome back, if you were lucky enough to get away for the half term, I hope you had a good week? We travelled to Northumberland, and stayed in a beautiful cottage in the middle of a little hamlet; well I suppose they are little that’s why they’re called a hamlet! Our neighbours for the week were two rescue donkeys named by the Thomboys, as Simon and Jonathan, there were also a few unusual sheep, that looked like they were wearing balaclavas, and the owner of our cottage, who lived in an annex next door, Ms. Wancke…. Yes, that was her name, I’m truly not sure how you pronounced it, so I put a German spin on it, and made the W a V! It was so lovely to sit in a garden, look out onto green fields, valleys, and animals, and not at neighbours in bathrooms who don’t have blinds! Just a hint (request) if you have a bathroom that looks onto other properties, please buy blinds, as dark can see into light; to be honest even in the daylight you can see everything, and I mean, everything! I digress, our week in Northumberland was a very busy one, we walked, cycled, and climbed; the dog is pooped. But the break from school and work was needed by us all. It was nice to actually leave home, the drive, and the garden.
I hope you’re enjoying the weather, especially as it’s set to get even warmer this weekend; just think of all those people who went abroad for the sun!
We’re here to help
How to enjoy the sun this weekend with the help of local businesses
– We have 3 chemists where you can buy sunscreen
Buy for the BBQ
– Willow Park Farm and Firths Butchers have some amazing meat choices for your BBQ.
– The Greengrocers have some fabulous choices of veggie options too, lovely cheeses, salads, heritage tomatoes, berries, potatoes lemons for those long drinks, and Limes for those lagers, and lots of summer fruits
– Dumouchel has plenty of bread to go with the above choices, as well as breakfast pastries to sit outside in the garden with your coffee from CLO, which you can buy in their cafe.
Should you feel you have some energy;
– Pease of Garforth, The Greengrocers, and Peckfield Farm have some fabulous choices of bedding plants as well as herbs. Incredible Edible Garforth has some fabulous tomato plants which are at Garforth Medical Practice to collect for free. (keep an eye on their beds too, some pickings soon to be had)
– Pease also has some great tools for Gardening and cook ware for the BBQ
– Dorothy Anne’s has pretty cool dresses, and Sandals, as well as the hold-in underwear we need so you can eat all of the above, and let it go!
– On your shop, stop in at Mr. Wilson’s for some sweets treats to take home for afters.
– Lastly, don’t forget The Urban Pet Store for all your pet needs in this hot weather, I have just picked up a cooling Mat for the dog.
For the love of Dad?
Over the past week, I have shared lots of gift ideas for your Dad, Husband, or Partner for Fathers Day. If you have a look over on our Facebook or Instagram page, you will see there are 4 posts giving you local business ideas, and how you can think outside the, Dad Mug! Just find this picture
As well as the sun being out, here’s what’s on this Saturday;
12th June 9 am – 12 pm PLANT SALE at The Miners Welfare Hall
Click on this link to read more https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=3958701987560070&set=gm.10160895888969377
Andy Cahill shows and sell his work outside Refill & Go with Garforth Arts Network
https://www.facebook.com/garforthartsnetwork/photos/a.135220954543041/611180903613708/
Poddy or Vloggy?
Before the world stopped, I was getting into regular podcasting. I really enjoyed it, so I am now asking myself, is now the right time to get back to it. I need to speak to the wonders of the Garforth world, the local people, and the people behind the business, or do I keep Vlogging? Answers on an email: christine@themaindeal.co.uk. Would you prefer to listen, or watch and listen?
Some more news and Traffic issues – HOW MANY TRAFFIC LIGHTS ARE THERE TO GET OUT OF GARFORTH? Sorry for shouting. Here’s what I had to say https://www.instagram.com/tv/CP5n4qRnSZ9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Word on the street
If the 21st of June goes ahead and every door opens, then something will be happening on Main Street. I will share when I know, it will be bright and cheerful.
Enjoy the sun, take it easy, and look after local… and I’ll sit here and wait for my Gin to be delivered – Happy weekend
Until next week………
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