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| Raffle prizes from Hill Holme, Tiptree Jams, Farmers Ale |
Christmas gNosh
Well - what a fabulous evening everyone had - and such a superb amount of support from local businesses with prizes for the Raffle.
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| More Raffle prizes from Meatline, The Crusty Loaf, Marriages |
The Blue Boar excelled at providing a wonder buffet supper of poached salmon, pate, chicken and beef accompanied by an array of salads.
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| Even more raffle prizes from Ulting Honey, P&M Soaps and Farm and Country Supplies Epping |
The raffle was drawn with some hilarities along the way - its a good idea not to put in tickets that haven't been sold!!!
Tracy, from Giggly Pig, joined the members and donated some of her award winning produce, as did member Charlie Saville, Master Brewer from Farmers Ale.
Youngest member, Lewis, joined beekeeper dad and mum for the evening and kept all entertained.
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| Guest start arriving |
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| Master Brewer Charlie Saville |
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| Even our youngest member, Lewis, joins in the fun |
This year we have gone from 15 to 70 members.
We have taken part in three country shows and have had numerous visits and talks.
Next year will indeed be an olympic year with the group going from strength to strength, even securing some corporate sponsorship to make things even better.
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| Giggly Pig owner, Tracey comes along with cousin Mark, to enjoy the festivities |
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| Young beekeeper Thaine, 15, discusses matters of bee importance! |
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| Homemade mince pies |
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| Enjoying a few drinks over some very good food |
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| all smiles from those present |
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| local smallholders tucking in beekeeper, pig keeper, fencer |
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| Darren, PR man, talks to guests about micro farming |
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| lots of younger members joined parents |
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| Danni, Chair, thanks members, supports and committee for making 2011 the success it has been |
