A day to remember!
​A celebration after all these months of lockdown, even if
​we were not quite there yet! 
​Spread across three courtyards . . .​

​One of the aims of the day was to support small businesses that had been so badly affected by Covid and with well over 1000 people attending, we are pleased that they benefitted.
​The comments made are very moving - here are just a few.

The images below capture some of the people and events of the day, but unfortunately we didn't get photos of everyone and everything. If you have photos of the day that you would like to share, please send to hncshop@yahoo.co.uk    ​We would love to see them.
SUMMARY OF THE EVENT
Over 40 different stalls ( information lower down the page)
Live music






​Scampy
Jenny (Hampstead Norreys) and David (Compton)
Our local acoustic harmony group (they have just published their first CD)



​The Downland Band
Morag (Hampstead Norreys), Jules (Frilsham) and others
"Funk, jazz and blues is
​what we like and anything
​in between!"
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0% gin, rum, beer, cider and other specialist soft drinks 
We had planned three bars for the event. But you know what they say about the best laid plans . . .

The postponement of un-lockdown to July means that in order to sell alcohol at the event we would have to insist on table service for everyone. This is not practical given that we would have five different sources of food and drink, all of which have to be paid for separately, so we have taken the difficult decision to only serve soft drinks alongside the BBQ and food from the café.

But that doesn't mean we are serving ordinary soft drinks! Shelley and Nathalie from local business MeSoThirsty are bringing a range of 0% gins, rums, beers, ciders, etc so you can have all the taste with none of the rules and regulations. They will also offer drinks such as elderflower with goodies to be confirmed.

In addition, they will have their range of specialist gins and other spirits, to drink at the event or to take home,




​Richard from Hermitage Brewery will also be at the market, selling his local beer to take away. We are honoured that one of his best selling beers was created for (drum roll) Hampstead Norreys Community Shop, for our opening, 10 years ago!
BBQ


​Fresh sausages from local supplier Vicars Game and Richmond veggies sausages in buns.
Onions, sauce, mayo, mustard all optional.
​Thanks to Jackie and Stephen who are running the BBQ on our behalf.
Other food and drink
Cakes, sausage rolls, other deli items, soft drinks, tea and americano style coffee, sandwiches, wraps and ice creams will be available through the rear doors of the café.
​(For other barista coffee, please use the front doors of the shop, but there may be a queue.)
​Special offer for the market: coffee/tea with a slice of cake for only £4.
Information about local clubs, activities, etc.
Lots of people are new to the area, so this display will show what is available in our village. Please get in touch if you would like to contribute to the display and have not yet been contacted. The more the merrier!
Children's activities

​The human fruit machine

Run by children in the village.
​Pay a small sum then the three humans will each select a fruit at random. Three the same, you win a small prize!



​Plant microseeds in peat-free compost. 50p a go
​Take them home, watch them grow (quickly), then eat!

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​Paint a 'veggie stone', free.
You can then hide it around Hampstead Norreys for others
​to find.






​Sticks and lollies game, 30p a go

Choose a lolly then look at the colour of its stick.
Yellow? Win £1
Blue? Win 50p
Red? Win 30p
White? No prize but everyone gets to keep their lolly!
Raffle
Prizes:
  • £100 of vouchers to spend in the shop or café
  • 12 free classes at The Movement Barn, a new boutique fitness studio based at Cobbs Farm, Englefield  themovementbarn.co.uk
  • ​£40 of vouchers to spend in the White Hart (donated by the shop) www.goodfoodatthewhitehart.co.uk
  • Three 1-2 coaching sessions by Dexter, a highly qualified coach based at The Movement Barn themovementbarn.co.uk
  • Chocolates or wine from the shop (your choice)
  • Two elegant wine glasses​
Community painting
A first for Hampstead Norreys, thanks to talented local artist Simon of Armadillo Images (see below for information about his stall). Simon is bringing a large board and acrylic paints, and anyone who would like to have a go, children and adults, can contribute to a painting of Hampstead Norreys, e.g. the shop, the church, the village hall, the pub, the school, and so on. The picture below shows the result of a similar venture at Thatcham. We hope everyone will have a go: don't worry if you are not particularly artistic as Simon will advise. Should be fun. (And it is free!)
See the latest for the shop orchard
Although the terraces will not be open (the site is still under construction), you will be able to admire the shop orchard trees planted last autumn and see information about our latest community shop project.
A sneak peak at the Good Life Hub in the new barn

​The Good Life Hub is the latest business venture at Hampstead Norreys. Come and have a look inside the barn at the beautiful premises and learn from Leanne how her business will work.
And another sneak peak - this time at Litten Tree Antiques
Another village transformation has taken place at the old Wesleyan Chapel across the road from the shop, Litten Tree Antiques, with unique, decorative and garden antiques and vintage pieces, will be open during the market for visitors to pop in (other times by appointment). Say hello to owner Elizabeth, from Hampstead Norreys.
The Country Garden Flower Company
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Claire has recently moved into the 400-year old barn in the large courtyard to the rear of the shop. She will be open for you to admire her beautiful flowers.
Over 40 different stalls, including many people new t0
​our markets
ECO-FRIENDLY CANDLES AND WAX MELTS
Handmade in unusual shapes
NATURAL BATH ACCESSORIES
100% biodegradable
NONA OCEAN CLOTHES PEGS Made from plastic waste collected by the sea
HANDMADE FELT PURSES
BATH BOMBS
Thanks to Beechwood Farm Eggs
​for the boxes
WILD SAGE SOAP, GIFT BOX
Completely natural
PENCILS AND PENCIL HOLDERS, MADE FROM NEWSPAPER
HANDCRAFTED PAPER MADE FROM ELEPHANT DUNG!
RECYCLABLE TOOTHBRUSH HEADS
Return when used in the enclosed, free compostable packaging
A sample of new products that will be available on our very own Community Shop stall.

Ebru

SELVÃGE
Handmade bags and accessories from reclaimed fabrics

Elena

MISHGRISH
​Enamel mugs, jugs, bowls, etc. Dishwasher safe

Simon

VILLAGE MARKETS
Artisan Village Maid Cheese, Barkham Blue, biscuits & chutneys

Christie

FINDYOURSPARKLESTORE
​Cards, gift tags, and personalised items such as confetti

William and Janine

WOOD N GEMS 54
​A range of wooden items made from recycled materials

Shirley

CHERRY ME
​Homemade air-dried fruit and vegetable crisps

Michelle

THREAD HOT DESIGNS
​String art pictures on natural wood and painted boards

Kate

NEALS YARD
​Natural and organic health and beauty products

Emma

JEWELLERY by EMMA ROY 
​Handmade jewellery, inspired by nature, folklore and fairytales

Felicity

FELICITY PLANTS AND PRESERVES 
Local (Aldworth)

Adam and Terry

BEESPOKE
​Upcycled home items, lamps, furniture, and ornaments

Johnny

BERKSHIRE GIN
​Artisan gin
Local (Yattendon)

Leanne

HAPPY LARDER CO.
Quality teas and tea accessories
​Local (Hampstead Norreys)

Neil

CRAZY DAY DOUGNUTS
​Hand-crafted doughnuts

Jane and Jasmine

J&J FABRIC RESCUE
Handmade, from rescued fabrics
​Local (Compton)

Kiruba

UK THORAN
​A range of gifts that help survivors of human trafficking

Simon

ARMADILLO IMAGES
​Beautiful paintings done by
​a local artist

Tracey

ECOBEAGLE
​A wide range of eco-products that don't cost our earth

Bobby

Hand-drawn, painted cards
Local (Hampstead Norreys)

Melissa

Original floral artworks and prints
​Local Artist (Hermitage)

Shelley and Nathalie

MESO THIRSTY
​Various artisan spirits and gift sets

Fi

TWISTED ROOT
​Homemade, original, artisan jewellery

Sandra

ULTIMUTT TREATS
​Healthy and nutritious treats
​for your dog

Chris

CHRIS JOHNSON STATUES
Hand-finished statues and plaques resembling old marble and stone

Lizzie

ANCIENT WARES
​Arts and crafts inspired by ancient and modern, fantasy and reality

Jan

TROPIC
Fresh, vegan skincare,
​sustainably sourced

Abby

Handmade stained glass.
​Local (Hampstead Norreys)

Derek

DJ WOODTURNING
Handmade bowls, tea light holders, chopping boards, etc.

Eloise

PANTRY REFILL CO/THE BAG
Dried food for refilling, and bread, flower and seasonal bags​

Beth

Handmade jewellery and
​resin gifts and keepsakes

Stephenie 

Handmade, original prints and gifts. Local (Frilsham)

Helen

ALTERED STATE
​Handmade‌ ‌reusable‌ ‌items‌ ‌for‌ ‌the‌ ‌home‌ and‌ ‌upcycled‌ ‌gifts‌ ​

Jo

JOJOCOCO
​Delicious brownies, blondies
​and cookies

Bob

WANEY EDGE WOODCRAFT
​Handmade, wooden, eco-friendly chopping boards
​Local (Hermitage)

Chelsie

STONELEIGH SOAPS
​Beautiful handmade,
​natural soaps

Dagmar

LOVELY HAPPY THINGS
​Handmade items for the home,
gifts and eco products
Samantha
POPSY AND MAMA
Handmade children’s clothing.
​All fabrics are unique 
 Jacqui
MAXI MUSHROOMS
Gourmet mushrooms freshly and locally grown in a pesticide-free environment

RDA (Riding for the Disabled, Hampstead Norreys)

Richard will be selling
​blank notelet cards of birds, wildlife and flowers

Hampstead Norreys W.I.
Cake Stall and Used Book Stall


All profits to support the
​Village Hall Appeal​

FOHNS (Friends of Hampstead Norreys Primary School)

Sweet jars, school crafts, school
uniforms, and possibly more!
Things are changing on a daily basis, with more being added . . .
Should be a GREAT day.