The Glorious Cheddar Carboot

Cheddar carboot is hands down the best carboot I have ever been too, and probably ever will! Its on rain or shine all year round. Even on rainy days its still worth a visit as they have a huge in-door hanger as well as a massive outside space. I thought it was about time to share some of the goodies I have been finding over the past few weeks. Every Sunday I usually wake up and head out there for an hour or so (longer in summer as the whole field is full). The great thing is the things I am looking for means I do not need to be there at stupid o’clock.

Trunk £8, Doctors bag £8, teapot 50p, plates 10-50p each, handmade Laura Ashley curtains £15

Suitcase £3, plates 10-50p each, weighing scales £1, books 50p, milk jugs £1.50

Vintage lampshades

Treasures…

What I would say is that I think its hard to find clothes / shoes. It is better in the summer when there is much more of a range of stall holders.

50th Birthday High Tea Celebration at Nyland Manor

My wonderful auntie Dawn turned 50th in January. She celebrated with a ladies High Tea in the new wedding and events venue Nyland Manor in Dracott, near Cheddar. Nyland Manor is built right next to what I believe to be one of the best bootsales in the U.K. It is run by mother and daughter Rachael and Phoebe, my family friends. It’s a beautiful and quirky venue in a picturesque surroundings. It’s early days yet but I know lots of events will be held there such a craft fairs, wedding, hen parties, conferences, workshops and much more.

I spy lots of Emma Bridgwater

Afternoon tea selection

Such a good selection of both sweet and savoury, my favourite being the mini scones and coronation chicken finger sandwiches. The bunting and vintage crockery was a nice touch. If I was being niggly, the only thing I would change slightly is having a cake stand on each table rather than a buffet but it still worked but then maybe I just love cake stands a bit too much and am biased. Overall a very good day had by all and everyone, including Dawn was very happy and had a fab day.

Happy Birthday Dawn x