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Showcasing the work of local artists

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muskham art group croppedWith 179 entries featuring the work of over 20 local artists, the Muskham Art Group Exhibition this weekend is a must for anyone who shares its members’ love of art.

Watercolours, pastels, oils and acrylics will all be on show, many of them for sale, alongside scarves, brooches and other crafts also made by members of the group.

The exhibition takes place at South Muskham and Little Carlton Village Hall on Main Street, South Muskham, from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 October.

Admission and parking are both free – and there’s an added incentive to pop along for a browse among the exhibits, in the form of delicious homemade refreshments on sale throughout the weekend!

Launched in February 2001, Muskham Art Group meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 9:45am to 12:15pm for demonstrations, talks and, of course, to paint. The artistic abilities of its members range from the very beginner to the semi-professional and new members are always welcome.

Find out more about the group and its activities here…

From shabby to chic

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painted furnitureTurning old furniture into new bespoke pieces is a popular pastime these days and, with a little help from the experts, it’s surprisingly easy to do.

If you fancy giving it a try, the new painted furniture workshops at Manor Farm Tea Shoppe in Bleasby might be just up your street. Run by Angela Crawley of Aubrey & Noah, the workshops are held monthly with the next one taking place from 10am to 4pm on Tuesday 22 July.

All materials are provided, just bring along your apron and a small piece of furniture to upcycle…

Places are £65 each, including refreshments and light lunch – for more details and bookings, email aubreyandnoah@gmail.com or call Angela on 07806 500501.

A fruity family festival

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elderflower festivalTo celebrate 30 years of making their famous cordials and pressés, Belvoir Fruit Farms will be holding their first ever Elderflower Festival on Sunday 13 July.

Set in the grounds of Knipton Cricket Club, just below Belvoir Castle, the festival runs from 10am to 4pm and will be packed with activities and entertainment for all the family.

Sample and buy some of the tasty treats from local producers – browse for gorgeous gifts among the craft stalls – listen to live jazz music – and watch Morris and Maypole dancers perform.

For the children, there’ll be street party games, juggling, balloon modelling and face painting, as well as the opportunity to enter the Elderflower Fairy Children’s Fancy Dress Competition, with a hamper of goodies for the winner of each of the two categories (5 and under and 6 to 11).

frances quinnFoodie fans will enjoy the cookery demonstrations by home economist Teresa Bovey, head chef of Les Rosbifs Restaurant Duncan Hooper and special guest Frances Quinn, winner of The Great British Bake Off in 2013.

Frances will also be on hand to judge entries in the Elderflower Baking Competition. The results will be announced at 3pm, with a Belvoir Fruit Farms Hamper and a ‘Lovely’ clock for the winner of each of the three categories – Elderflower Cake, Belvoir Fruit Farms Cordial Cake and Lovely Cake – and a wooden ‘Lovely’ trophy for runners up.

Admission to the festival is £1 for individuals or £5 per car. Visit their website for more details; and while you’re there, why not check out some of the yummy recipes and cocktail ideas too?