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Tag Archives: Christmas
Bake Our Fabulous Christmas Cake Recipe
It’s only a few weeks until Christmas and as we had such a great response for our easy to make Christmas cake recipe, we thought we’d post it again. So here it is. 12oz mixed fruit 8oz sugar 8oz … Continue reading
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Stir Up Sunday is a-coming
This year ‘Stir Up Sunday’ is 24th November 2019. Thought to start in Victorian times, this is traditionally the day Christmas Pudding is made. Here are 4 things you may not know about ‘Stir Up’ traditions.
Bake Our Fabulous Christmas Cake Recipe
It’s only a few weeks until Christmas and as we had such a great response for our really easy to make Christmas cake recipe, we thought we’d post it again. So here it is.
Posted in Christmas, Cooking, Creative
Tagged cake recipe, Christmas, Christmas cake recipe, Layhead Farm Cottages, recipe, Yorkshire food
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5 Fabulous Family Christmas Trip Ideas from Layhead
We love Christmas at Layhead. Regular festive guests will know about our Christmas Eve sing-along when we drink mulled wine and eat warm mince pies. We are currently sorting through our Christmas lights in readiness to start illuminating the cottages. … Continue reading
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A Look Back at 2017 in Pictures
We thought you might enjoy a look back in 2017 of images around Rathmell. Rathmell is a wonderful place in all seasons. Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all at Layhead.
Easy to make Christmas Cake
It’s only two weeks until Christmas and if you’re a bit like me, short on time but still want to make some traditional Christmas fayre, here’s a really easy Christmas cake recipe that is made in one pot and poured … Continue reading
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5 Simple Tips for a Happy Holiday Cottage Christmas
Being away from home at Christmas can be great fun if planned correctly. Here are 5 simple tips for a happy holiday cottage Christmas. Tip 1 – Most holiday cottages will already have Christmas decorations. To make it a bit more … Continue reading