At least, it would have been responsible if the elves had been bigger and the tasting cups a tad smaller. “Lorrie,” hicked Mickey, “What is Santa’s favourite tipple?” “Christmas spirit,” replied Lorrie with a giggle. You too can enjoy tastings of our delicious Spirit of Ilmington range, crafted in the village and sold in the […]

Lorrie reads the actual words, while Mickey concentrates on the pictures. Both the naughty elves enjoy Ilmington’s Book Club @thecafe, which welcomes folk even if they are naughty and haven’t read the book. This month, the group has chosen Becoming, the best-selling memoir by former First Lady Michelle Obama. Do come and join us for […]

We are not sure whether it was the delicious mulled wine or the scrumptious clotted cream which made Mickey face-plant into his food. Maybe it was the price tag of only £5 for the whole lot which caught him by surprise. Mince pies and Mulled Wine are being served in the Community Café all month, […]