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The Cherington – An update on progress and plans from Jack

A message from Jack McEntee, Director of the Happy Wolf Company:

‘Dear lovely customers,

It has now been almost two months since we opened the Cherington, would you believe it.

First & foremost, we want to thank you for your fantastic support in the last few weeks as we try to get this wonderful pub buzzing again. I felt it important to update you on how it’s been going and what our plans are going forward.

The last 2 months have proven testing when it comes to staff, namely kitchen staff. Michael, our head chef, is a supreme talent but it has taken time to get the rest of the team trained up, which is why you haven’t seen any menu changes since we opened. We are also actively searching for a sous chef to support him and when this happens, we can look at improving our offering, with more specials, midweek themed nights, opening for food 7 days per week, perhaps breakfast and plenty more – we have simply started slow so there is plenty of room to build. We are very lucky to have the chef team that we have and the boys are working tirelessly to serve you delicious dishes!

We have been hearing some opinions which we are planning to address. Our Mid-Summer menu launches on Saturday 20th July and we have taken your opinions on board, with a lighter, more ’Summery’ menu on the way. We are also offering for children 12 and under to eat for £1 during the Summer holidays, during midweek days. 

A word for Mat, our landlord, alongside his wonderful team. The front of house team are really enjoying looking after you all and I hope you agree that Mat is really settling into his role and leading the team to success. 

Finally, we are excited to unveil ‘CherryFest’! Taking place over the weekend of 23rd-25th August, we will be hosting an event for families and friends to enjoy live music, outdoor food, market stalls, a quiz, a raffle & perhaps even a Tug-of-War! We’d love your support and if anybody wants a market stall, please do get in touch.

It really has been a pleasure looking after your pub so far. We will continue to move forward, these things are often best done slowly so we can ensure we get every detail right and ensure we are here for years to come.

Thanks again for your support,

Jack McEntee
Director
Happy Wolf Pub Company Ltd’

The Show Needs Your Help…

Can you spare an hour or two on Saturday 3rd August between 1pm & 5pm?

The Cherington & Stourton Show Team are desperately in need of some help to serve teas and coffees.

You will, of course, be thanked with copious amounts of whichever hot beverage you prefer!

If you would like to help please contact: cheringtonandstourtonshow@gmail.com

Thank you from The Cherington & Stourton Show Team.

July Coffee Shop at The Hall this Saturday

Coffee Shop this Saturday July 13th from 10.30 – 12.00 at The Hall

Bacon baps, coffee, tea and cakes – what’s not to like!

Enjoy a sociable morning catching up with friends and meeting new ones.

Feel Good Fridays – Summer Tea Party on Friday

Feel Good Friday Social Afternoons are run by the Stour Health and Wellbeing Partnership (SHWP) every other Friday at The Hall. (See poster below).

This Friday, July 12th, is a Summer Tea Party!

Look out for the Family Prize Bingo Night on Thursday August 22nd’s at 7pm, bar open. Full details to follow.

Farmers’ Market at The Hall on July 4th

July’s Farmers’ Market is on Election Day at The Hall on Thursday 4th from 6 – 8pm

Sourdough bread, handmade fudge, local jams and flowers are among this month’s offerings.

Fish and Chips will be available from the popular The Catchy Fish. Eat in or take away, and enjoy a drink from our licensed bar at the same time.

At the same time locally registered villagers can vote in the General Election in the Cart Room at The Hall. (Don’t forget voter ID).

This month’s stall holders will include:

To find out more keep an eye on the North Cotswolds Farmers Market FB page.

Learn About River Stour Water Quality Testing with Severn Trent

River Stour Water Testing Event Sunday 23rd – Meet at 10.am at The Hall

Message from Milly Blake to all those interested in the quality of the water of our river:

‘Severn Trent are coming out on Sunday to share how they test the water at the River Stour and are keen to explain to any adults who are interested in the water quality, how they test it.

The morning will begin at the Village Hall at 10 am before heading to the river to watch how the water is tested.’

Note: Unfortunately the event isn’t suitable for children.

New Look Cherington and Stourton Show 2024 at The Hall and Playing Field

New Look and New Venue for this year’s Show on Saturday August 3rd

This year’s annual Cherington and Stourton Show, (formerly known as ‘The Cherington Stourton and Sutton Under Brailes Country Fair and Flower Show’) has had a bit of a makeover, and this year will be held at The Hall and Playing Field at on Saturday August 3rd from 13.00.

Admission: Adults – £4.00, Children Under 16 – £2.00 (Under 5s free), Family ticket – £10.00

Free Parking

For more information see poster below.

If you can lend a hand on the day assisting with parking, setting up and running stalls please contact cheringtonandstourtonshow@gmail.com

To keep up to date with the latest Show information and attractions see Cherington and Stourton Show FB page.

Cherington and Stourton Parish Council Meeting – June 17th

The next meeting of the Cherington and Stourton Parish Council Meeting will be held at The Hall on Monday June 17th at 7.30 pm.

The agenda and previous minutes can accessed through the links below.

Agenda – Click here

Previous minutes and agendas – click here

Coffee Shop and Wildlife at The Hall this Saturday

Moth Guide Courtesy of Field Studies Council

Coffee Shop and a Visiting Oxford Professor of Ecology at The Hall on Saturday June 8th from 10.30 – 12.00

Running alongside this month’s coffee shop on Saturday June 8th from 10.30 – 12 at The Hall, The Feldons Wildlife Group are welcoming special guest Professor Owen Lewis, Professor of Ecology at Oxford University.

He is coming to open up the 4 harmless moth traps which will be set on Friday 7th, and talk about & record moth species found.

Learn about our local moth population whilst enjoying delicious coffee and cake!

For more information please contact Sue Williams.

All welcome.

June Farmers’ Market at The Hall: Delicious Treats and Local Goodies

June’s Farmers’ Market is at The Hall on Thursday 6th from 6 – 8pm

Bread, olives, special treats from a local baker, cheese, Jams, and flowers and a host of other exciting and delicious goodies will be available.

Fish and Chips will be provided by the popular The Catchy Fish. Eat in or take away; and you can catch up with friends at our licensed bar at the same time.

This month’s stall holders will include:

To find out more keep an eye on the North Cotswolds Farmers Market FB page.