Yes… only six days to go to the Gidding Christmas Cornucopia held at the Village Hall in Great Gidding this coming Saturday from 2.00pm to 5.00pm.
A wide variety of crafts and gifts – a great opportunity to start your Christmas shopping!
Why not have a peep at some of the magnificent ‘makers’ who will be exhibiting.
Cakes and coffee
And when you’re tired of shopping, take the weight off and treat yourself to a cuppa and a slice of cake in the Cornucopia Cafe.
Chance to win a Christmassy hamper
You can enter the raffle, too, with the chance to win a fantastic Christmassy hamper or try your luck on the tombola.It promises to be a really fun afternoon, with all Covid restrictions observed of course and the chance to catch up with friends and neighbours in a convivial atmosphere.
Cash only please!
And don’t forget, please bring cash or cheque to make your purchases.
We’re getting very excited as 27 November and Gidding’s Christmas Cornucopia approach. Here’s a peep behind the scenes profiling some of the magnificent ‘makers’ who will be exhibiting.
Gidding Crafts
Sue and Patrick’s creativity knows no bounds and once again you can choose from their beautiful handmade wooden ornaments and greetings cards, all unique.
New for 2021: Sally Day
More usually to be found running the mobile Post Office, Sally will feature a wide range of rural gifts, homeware and cards, along with ace Christmas crackers, all recycled and recyclable, with one tree planed for every box purchased.
Mich and Sue
In 2019, Mich and Sue’s range of beautifully-made fabric bags and brooches were a big hit with Cornucopia visitors. They promise more of the same this year.
New for 2021: Ferndale Crafts
Glatton-based Cheryl specialises in fantastic delicate flower fairies – a must for the tree! Cheryl will also be displaying and selling her woven willow animals, from a tiny hedgehog, suitable for a Christmas stocking, right up to the big stuff! As you arrive at the Village Hall, you’ll see Cheryl’s own ‘Rudolph’ on display outside. She also works to commission.
New for 2021: Maggie Eaton
A newcomer to Great Gidding and to Cornucopia, Maggie is a botanical artist, producing lovely, detailed paintings and greetings cards.
Gidding Den
Many visitors will know Gidding Den, Katie’s shop at the top of Main Street. This year, Katie will be again be bringing a wide range of goods, most of them with an equine flavour, to the Cornucopia
Krystyna & Paul and Sue Jansons
Krystyna and Paul will again be surprising us with a range of cards and handicrafts. The illuminated metal reindeer head was a hit at the 2019 show……wonder what this year’s will be?
Sue’s from dark and dull ‘up North’, but her felt brooches feature colourful woodland characters and playful teddy bears who are completely at home in the Giddings countryside.
New for 2021: Joonis Designs
Lyn brings her own special brand of creativity to the show with lovely wall art, prints and gorgeous doggie beds.
New for 2021: InkyHous
InkyHouse have a lovely range of personalised prints for children’s bedroom, nursery & playroom. Personalised birch bunting, birch flags, birch Christmas decorations, birch key rings/bag tags. Children’s stationery – writing sets & stickers, Christmas & Educational colouring in posters, Christmas postcards and Christmas cards, etc.
New for 2021: Andrew Underwood
Since retiring a year ago, Andrew has been busy in his workshop, producing a selection of upcycled furniture and gifts, such as candle holders, trendy foodboards, chairs and tables, all made from recycled oak, pallets or offcuts. Commissions welcome.
New for 2021: Andrea, Monty and Christina
Providing their own mini Cornucopia, Andrea, Monty and Christina will be selling items as varied as handmade pens, woven ornaments and woollen goods made from llama wool.
Chris Gilbody and Declan Gilbody
On this stall you’ll find some fascinating key rings and decorations, all made by hand. Some great stocking fillers here!
Dick and Chris
Some splendid rural crafts to be seen here, with a range of bird boxes alongside planting sets for the garden-minded. Bird tables and hedgehog houses will also be on show, all made using recycled, eco friendly materials – and all proceeds will go to charity.
New for 2021: Tydd Pottery
This little pottery, tucked away on the Fens, produces beautiful, rustic blue and white ceramics. You’ll find items both large and small, from dinky milk jugs to enormous vases and bowls, in their range. Unusual and unique Christmas presents for all.
Margi
In 2019, Margi’s cosy crocheted neck warmers were a big hit with shoppers. This year, she has added gorgeous crocheted cushions to the range.
Coffee and cake
And when you’re tired of shopping, take the weight off and treat yourself to a cuppa and a slice of cake in the Cornucopia Cafe. You can enter the raffle, too, with the chance to win a fantastic Christmassy hamper or try your luck on the tombola.
Covid restrictions observed
It promises to be a really fun afternoon, with all Covid restrictions observed of course and the chance to catch up with friends and neighbours in a convivial atmosphere.
Cash is best
PS As we have such a poor signal in the Village Hall which makes online transactions hard to do, best bring cash or cheque to make your purchases.
So round up the family and get ready to tick all those presents off your Christmas list on Saturday 27 November from 2.00 to 5.00pm.
Things are hotting up as we get ready for the second Gidding Christmas Cornucopia which promises to live up to its name with a wide and varied range of craftspeople, offering different and unique goods.
There will be gorgeous woven willow animals, cards, ornaments, handmade pens, art, children’s craft, crochet, recycled furniture, hand painted silk scarves, felt brooches, storage bags, equestrian items, socks – everyone loves new socks at Christmas! – bird boxes (to ensure the Christmas robin has somewhere to stay,) and ceramics, almost all made locally.
And when you’re tired of shopping, take the weight off and treat yourself to a cuppa and a slice of cake in the Cornucopia Cafe. You can enter the raffle, too, with the chance to win a fantastic Christmassy hamper or try your luck on the tombola.
Covid restrictions observed
It promises to be a really fun afternoon, with all Covid restrictions observed of course and the chance to catch up with friends and neighbours in a convivial atmosphere.
So round up the family and get ready to tick all those presents off your Christmas list on Saturday 27 November from 2.00 to 5.00pm.
Cash is best
PS As we have such a poor signal in the Village Hall which makes online transactions hard to do, best bring cash or cheque to make your purchases.
WHEN: Friday 22nd October, between 13.20 and 14.20 hours
The ting bus is visiting Great Gidding so we all have chance to see what this new on demand transport service is all about before it launches on Monday.
Come along, there will be handouts and a chance to chat to one of the drivers too.
Background – Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority is trialling a new demand responsive transport system called ting. Instead of running to a fixed timetable, you can now book trips across West Hunts using the ting trips app, or the booking line, when you need them. Once you have booked your journey, it will tell you how long until your bus arrives and where it will meet you so you can hop on board. You can track it live too. You can head over to www.stagecoachbus.com/promos-and-offers/east/Tingfor all the information.
Gidding Christmas Cornucopia, 2.00pm – 5.00pm Saturday November 27th 2021, Great Gidding Village Hall.
Mark your diaries – it’s time to start your Christmas shopping.
Entry is FREE and there’s going to be over 20 crafts and gifts stall holders and all are busy lovingly creating their products and preparing their wares ready for the 27th November. Here are just some of the beautiful items that will be on sale…
Enjoy cakes and coffee too!!
Christmas Cornucopia Café will be open all afternoon for delicious homemade cakes, coffee and tea.
Christmas Cornucopia ’21 is set to be another fabulous event in which to buy wonderful Christmas presents made by our talented local community. Taking place in Great Gidding Village Hall from 2pm until 5pm and complete with cafe serving coffee, tea and yummy cakes.
Save the date
Make sure to put the date November 27th in your calendar now and watch this space for more details!
Regrettably we have had to postpone the Barn Dance, due to the uncertainty of what stage we will be at with the Coronavirus.
We would like to thank all of you who bought tickets for your support. We hope that when we come out the other side of this, you will join us for a rearranged event.
In the meantime, refunds are available from Aruna at Great Gidding Village Stores.
Hey! Spring’s on its way! It’s time to come out of hibernation, shake those winter greys away and have some fun and laughter at the Great Gidding Barn Dance.
Live music From the Fruitcake Band
The members of the Fruitcake Band have been providing dance nights which are tailored to the occasion and the skills of the dancers, and with Maggie’s clear instructions at the start of each set, you will all be able to join in the fun.
Food and drink!
The bar opens at 7.00pm and the dancing starts at 7.30pm. Tickets prices includes food and are priced for adults and children.
Tickets now available at Gidding Village Stores
It’s on Saturday, March 28th so get down to Great Gidding Stores and secure your ticket pronto!
Many of you will know that historically the Great Gidding Village Hall has been managed by a separate committee of volunteers who get involved in the day-to-day running of the Hall.
The Village Hall has been very well supported by the volunteers in the past, but we have been without a Village Hall committee since last August. The Parish Council has been able to manage the Hall in the meantime, and one or two Councillors have been instrumental in helping address the list of maintenance issues and making improvements such as getting the Hall redecorated.
We are looking for volunteers from within the Community
However, we are a small Parish Council with limited resources and we are looking for volunteers from within the Community who would be willing to help form a new Village Hall Management Committee. If you would like to get involved, and wish to find out more, please contact Julie Trolove our Parish Clerk on 01832 293068 or email: ggparishcouncil@outlook.com
We believe the Village Hall is an asset for everyone to use, but we would really appreciate your help to ensure that the it remains a central part of our Community in future!!
