January isn't anyone's favourite month, at least as far as I know. We're three weeks in and already it feels like three months of the year has gone! Thankfully, here at your Store & More, we have lots of exciting events coming up to take your mind off the daily grind. Basket Weaving Workshop On Sat 31 Jan, join Marina Auburn for a full day of basket weaving where you'll craft your very own bread-sized basket. Just £35 for the full day's tuition, with all materials provided -

Since the AMM in September, the committee have been meeting regularly to shape and refine the running of ES&M. We are still in challenging times and the team is working hard to find ways of making the business sustainable, including marketing and promotions on social media, maintaining the website and face-to-face communications. Kathy is mainly responsible for those aspects, but as a committee member with a full-time job, she's always glad when people pitch in from time to

As the festive season arrives, we’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported Ermington Store and More this year. Whether you’ve popped in for a coffee and a slice of cake, picked up a gift from one of our wonderful local makers, or simply stopped for a chat, your support means the world to us. We wish all our customers, friends, and neighbours a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year. We hope the coming weeks are filled with warmth, rest, and tim

It’s Christmas at ES&M! And we have a range of delectable goodies to offer, most of which cannot be found in the supermarkets. These come from local and artisan producers to provide that special extra something with which to indulge your friends and family (and yourself too – why not? It’s your special season too!) From Orchardlea foods we have a range of cheeses for that special cheeseboard, including blue stilton, wensleydale with cranberries and creamy gorgonzola. And for

There’s a festive buzz in the air at Ermington Store and More , and we couldn’t be more excited to share what’s arriving on our shelves. Our Christmas stock is beginning to roll in, transforming the shop into a cosy corner of seasonal delights. This year, we’re especially thrilled to offer hand-made and beautifully decorated Christmas cakes, each one crafted with care by a talented local baker. These unique creations make perfect gifts or centrepieces for your Christmas table

The festive season is just around the corner, and we’ve got a brilliant line-up of workshops and events at Ermington Store and More to help you get into the Christmas spirit! Whether you fancy getting creative, finding a few unique gifts, or simply soaking up the seasonal atmosphere, there’s something for everyone this November and December. ✨ Thursday 27 November, 7 p.m. Christmas Wreath Workshop Join us for a relaxed, hands-on evening creating your own beautiful Christmas

The Café@ES&M is a welcoming and friendly place to come, either just yourself or to meet with friends for a chat and catch-up over a barista-made coffee or other hot or cold drink and a piece of home-baked cake. Equally, you might be tempted by the light bites on our café menu all of which are served until 3.30pm. All food is freshly prepared and cooked to order and cakes are made by local volunteers, all of whom hold Food Hygiene certificates and some who have also passed lo

We don’t know how many of you are aware, but the members of the management team meet monthly to review the running and progress of ES&M both as a business and in terms of what we offer to our community. The first item on last night’s agenda was to elect officers for the year as all were required by the regulations to step down at last month’s AMM. Nicky stated her intention to make this the last year that she will act in the role of Chair, and Sue (Savery) and Iain (Grafton)

Hello and welcome to our brand new Ermington Store and More blog! We’re so excited to have a new space to share everything that’s happening here in our wonderful village, from what’s on at the Hub to local events, special offers, and stories from the talented people who make Ermington such a special place to live. Celebrating Our Community Ermington is more than just a dot on the map — it’s a village full of heart, creativity, and connection. At the Store and More, we’re prou

Need a quick, tasty lunch without the fuss? At Ermington Store and More, we’ve got you covered with our freshly made takeaway lunches – perfect for busy days, work breaks, or a relaxed bite on the go. Our volunteers prepare everything fresh each day, using quality ingredients and a good dash of village care. From delicious sandwiches and wraps to hearty soups and light bites, every order is made right here in Ermington – so you can enjoy great food while supporting your local

Welcome everyone, summer has definitely retreated and the Season of Mists etc is once again upon us. It would be nice to announce in this newsletter that everything in the ES&M garden is lovely, and in many ways it is; the planters and window boxes are a floral delight, and as a community venture it is enormously successful with large numbers of people enjoying the social and personal benefits whether that be a coffee and chat in the café, learning new skills and crafts at wo