Emmaus Village Christmas Craft Fair- Saturday 29th November

There seems to be Christmas events, fairs and shopping nights coming out of our ears at the moment, but the more the merrier, so we've got another to share with you today.

Emmaus Village Carlton is a homelessness charity which offers active support to formerly homeless people. They provide a workable alternative to homelessness, where people are offered a home as well as meaningful work in a social enterprise with Emmaus.

The community has a furniture shop, bric-a-brac store, boutique and a bistro, which offers homemade meals, cakes and snacks, and it's a great place to find some unusual and quirky items as well as enjoying a bite to eat.

This Saturday they are holding a Christmas craft fair, with a variety of stalls selling quality, hand-produced gifts. Get in the mood for Christmas (if you haven't already!) with Christmas themed activities for the kids, including a lucky dip and raffle. Delicious seasonal refreshments including mince pies will be available in the Bistro. Proceeds from the raffle will be going to the Kings Arms Nightshelter project.

For more information and directions, visit the Facebook event page.

Apocalypse Now North Bucks!

It's that time of year again, where the nights are drawing in and the smell of bonfires fill the air, so don't miss out on a great local event and enjoy the autumn evening. This Saturday 25th October, come along to Hollington Wood Bonfire Party from 5pm. Celebrating fire, the magic of autumn and an extra hour in bed, this year is set to be just as good as the last, with something for all the family to enjoy.

There will be a shuttle bus running from Prospect Place, Newport Road, Emberton MK46 5JQ between 5 and 6pm, and parking spaces are very limited and as such will be charged at £10 per car, and spaces must be booked in advance (email info@hollingtonwood.com to book). Return shuttle will be between 8 and 9pm.

Not one for the faint hearted, but for the reckless and brave with fireworks lighting up the trees, it's an unforgettable experience! In order to cover costs, a donation of £10 per adult and £5 per child will be expected, £25 for families. Refreshments including mulled wine, home-made soup and home-grown sausages will be available.

Hollington wood is a great local wood and hosts some great events, don't miss out on the bonfire party this Saturday evening.

Some photos from last year's event