Art at 'The Oak'

Hi ....

We're blowing our own trumpet in this edition of the Newsletter (as usual we hear you shout) ~ scroll down for more details! Also, whilst we're on our horn, a quick 'toot' for this Sunday's Harvest Auction, where produce given to St. James Church for the Harvest Festival will be auctioned off here at 'The Oak' with the proceeds going to the Church and local good causes ~ what could be better; why not warm the cockles of your heart with a double brandy (or two) and a donation to these worthy causes.

Our first news photo shows Stacy Hall (click on the photo to also see Rolly!) entertaining us with style and passion last month and drawing a good crowd to see the return of these two local favourites ~ thanks Rolly and Stacy! We also had our Hobson's Brewery Trip, and huddled amongst the vats and the pipes (dreaming about the next pint) whilst owner Nick educated us about all things brewing. Our third photo represents a departure for 'The Oak' ~ we have some original local art for sale on behalf of local Gretton artist Caroline Walters ~ our photo shows a detail from Caroline's line drawing. Click on the photo to see the framed picture. Where else can you buy original framed art for £20 ~ snap up an early Christmas present?!

Continuing with our tradition of live local entertainment we will be pleased to welcome local duo Nick and Felicity Jane aka 'Father of the Bride' to the pub on Friday 24th October. In November we're welcoming back our regular folk players John Shepherd, Ed Drury and friends for one of our fantastic 'Folk in the Oak' evenings.

Scared? You will be should you dare to come to our Spooky Halloween Disco. By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes ~ yep, it's another truly wicked night down at 'The Oak' ~ bring a friend; or leave with one ;-)

Too early to think about Christmas? Yes, we know, but we've been doing a lot of thinking to bring you the best Christmas Menus at great Value For Money. More details below ~ Christmas at 'The Oak' ~ it's traditional! Best wishes from ...

.... Steve & Eira

Going ... Going ... Harvest Auction !!
Sunday 19th October - 2pm

The annual Harvest Auction will start at around 2pm on Sunday the 19th October - with the Harvest Festival service taking place at St. James Church, Cardington on Friday 17th at 7:30pm.

Come along to 'The Oak' and bid for the harvest fare - not only will you be getting first rate local produce, but also supporting good causes as the proceeds are split; with half going to St. James Church funds and half to local charities.

Father of the Bride
Friday 24th October from 9pm.

Father of the Bride is a rock and pop duo formed in 2006. Nick has performed in bands since his teenage years, notably show band ‘Absolute Beginners’ which boasted the late, great jazz pianist Andy Leake, and ‘Misdemeana’ with renowned local guitar hero Mark Williams, now with ‘The News’. Nick currently lists his occupations as Electronics Engineer and Wannabe Rock Star! His skills on guitar and keyboards are mixed with powerful vocals to produce a great sound. Felicity Jane turns out mostly to shake her maracas and tickle the odd ivory.

	We don't usually blow our own trumpet ...
	... and on this occasion we're grateful to many of our customers for recommending

us for inclusion as main entry listings in the 2009 editions of both The Good Beer Guide and The Good Pub Guide.

Inclusion is solely on merit, the recommendation of customers and in the case of The Good Beer Guide, CAMRA members.

So thank you to those who've put in a good word for us and we'll be striving to not only maintain but to improve our standards throughout the next year. Copies of the two new guides are available for browsing (but not for sale) in the bar.

Halloween Spooky Disco
Friday 31st October ~ from 9pm

We're turning down the lights ~ turning up the tunes ~ the ghosties and ghoulies will be bumping and grinding ~ we're employing the skeleton staff! Will you be brave enough to venture into our Halloween Spooky Disco?

"Who will you bump into in the dark?"

Halloween Spooky Disco

'Folk in the Oak'
Friday 21st November from 9pm

Yet more musical shenanigans from our resident 'Folk in the Oakers' ~ John Shepherd, Ed Drury, Clare Drury, Laura Shepherd and their many friends. We're expecting a great atmosphere and even out-breaks of spontaneous dancing on our popular folk evening! Come along and join in the FUN, with local musicians entertaining you the traditional way.

Christmas at 'The Oak'
Join us for our special Christmas Menus.

Christmas Lunch and Dinner available now.
Prices from £11.95 [ click here ]. Party discounts available.

Christmas Day Lunch ~ £49.95 [ click here ].

Or to download our Christmas Brochure click here.
(you'll also need Adobe's PDF reader)

Prize Draw ....

On Sunday the 5th October Rita Hall pulled out a card from our bowl on the bar for September's prize of ten bottles of Budweiser Beer. This month's lucky winners were Jacki and Don Prior. Congratulations Jacki & Don, you bottles of Bud await your collection from the bar.

Our picture below (left) shows Eira presenting a case of Stella Artois to Craig Evans, who was collecting it on behalf of Dutch vet Jos Wolters, our March winner. Well, better late than never ~ we're sure that Craig will be raising a glass to you ;-)

Our next picture (right) shows Anna Jo Bright receiving her August prize of Gaymers Pear Cider from Eira. Anna is a second time winner on our prize draw ~ it can be done, if you leave your name in our bowl on the bar once a month!

News in Brief ....

Cardington Harvest Festival, 7.30pm on Friday the 17th October at St. James Church.

We're planning Party Nights with live music on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve ~ further details in our next newsletter!

Walk the Walk - Church Stretton to Cardington
www.churchstretton.eu

Dates 'at a glance' ....

	Sunday 19th October	Cardington Harvest Auction ~ in aid of local charities ~ 2pm at 'The Oak'.
	Friday 24th October	Father of the Bride ~ live musical duo ~ from 9pm.
	Friday 29th October	Halloween Spooky Disco ~ free entry, from 9pm.
	Friday 21st November	Folk in the Oak ~ live local musicians, from 9pm.
	Tuesday 1st December	Christmas Menu starts ~ celebrate in style ~ a traditional Christmas in your traditional, local pub.

The Royal Oak, Cardington, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 7JZ
Telephone : 01694 771266 Fax : 01694 771685

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