This week we are celebrating British Sandwich Week, so pull up a chair and enjoy a few of our favourite facts about this iconic culinary invention. In the UK, a whopping 8.2 million sandwiches are purchased each year! Our favourite sandwich in the UK is a classic bacon sarnie, but traditional cheese comes in a close second. Across the pond, our American friends have peanut butter and jelly as their firm fave. The sandwich is such a convenient meal for grab-and-go lunches, picnics and quick, simple suppers. It seems that a time saving snack was in the mind of the...

The Easter holidays are soon approaching, and we couldn’t think of a better time for young crafters to express their creativity! Rather than throwing away your egg boxes, you can up-cycle them to keep the kids entertained this Easter and save some pennies in the process! Collect an egg box from our Easter event running every day between the 13th April – 28th April. Click here for more information. Below are six ideas for you and your children to make the best egg-box masterpieces…   Egg-box pirate treasure chest What you need: 1 egg box (for 6 eggs) A paintbrush Red,...

Its British Beef Week! From the 1st April – 7th April we are celebrating British Beef Week by acknowledging the quality and versatility of the British Beef industry! Whether you are having a BBQ, making a Bolognese or cooking a roast, there’s no doubt that beef is a traditional favourite! Incorporating beef into your diet has a variety of health benefits. Firstly, with the daily recommended protein intake being around 56 grams per day, beef is a great contribution to a balanced diet. Surprisingly there is approximately 26g of protein per 100g! Furthermore, there are less saturated fats in beef,...

Why is Team Building so Great? There are a variety of great reasons why team building can be extremely beneficial for a company. With many corporations facing difficulties in competitive industries, strong positive relationships within the workplace can bring great success to your business. Here are a few reasons why team-building could be the answer to your business goals. 1. Communication Regardless of the role that each person plays, communication in a team is crucial. Whether it’s a team sport or a corporate company, communication is a vital contributor to success. Through great communication, tasks can be completed more accurately...

Are you struggling to find the perfect gift for Mothers day? Here are a few ideas that are less traditional, more thoughtful and unique! Homemade Lavender Bath Salts It’s clear to say that mums love to pamper themselves and relax. Whether that is in a spa, or simply in the bath tub at home! Relaxing is one thing, but the genuine feeling of relaxation is something a little different. This idea incorporates lavender – an essential oil believed to include antiseptic and anti-inflammatory characteristics. Furthermore, lavender is used to treat anxiety, depression, stress and restlessness. Below is a recipe for...

Acorns Furniture Store Wednesday 20th March and Wednesday 19th June 10am – 1pm We’re really lucky to have one of the three fantastic Acorns Children’s Hospice Furniture Stores onsite here at Becketts Farm. The shop is a treasure trove of high-quality, second hand furniture. From sofas, to dining tables, dressers to nursery furniture there’s always a real bargain to be had. What better time to visit the store than on one of their fantastic, free antiques valuation days? Bring your antiques, collectables, jewellery, silver and fine art along, where a team of valuers from Biddle & Webb’s will be there to...

The turn of a new year always has people thinking about their new years resolutions. The resolve to stick at them might waver, but it’s always a good opportunity to take stock and make a few commitments. Have a look at my ideas below. Buy local …For fresh, flavoursome food! When I’m shopping for fresh produce especially, I always like to check I’m buying British, but this year I’ll concentrate more on making sure that I look for even more local produce. Less transportation time means local food reaches your plate sooner, and that’s great news for both taste and...

Wow! What an honour to be a finalist in the Birmingham Business Post Awards 2018. The ceremony was held at the ICC in Birmingham with a whole variety of businesses, ranging from construction companies to law firms, Acorns Children’s Hospice and retail and hospitality companies such as ourselves. In our category, Retail Business of the Year, we were up against some tough competition including the world renowned Selfridges & Co. The evening got off to a great start with a champagne reception, giving people a chance to take in the atmosphere before heading through to the main hall. Our table...