Hexton Countryside and Walks

Did you know that we have a very own small nature reserve  - Hexton Chalk Pit 

Supplier Spotlight ~ Nick ~ Woodturning

Nick has been woodturning for about ten years,

Hexton Village Hall ~ a little bit more history

 

It was Sir James Hill that built the Hall after he moved into Hexton manor in 1918.

Supplier Spotlight ~ Sandra ~ Decoupage and Models

Sandra has been bringing her decoupage down for a while, she has started decorating these pots, with lovely wildlife themes.

Supplier Spotlight ~ Nicki ~ Crochet and Sewing

When Nicki is not making jam she is busy crocheting or sewing.  Living in Hexton she walks all of  her makes to the shop, very environmentally friendly!

Supplier Spotlight ~ Sammi ~ Handblown Glass

Sammi is a local artist who has been hand blowing glass for 4 years and is currently creating her pieces when she’s allowed to stay late after work.

Supplier Spotlight ~ Vera ~ Naturalis Candles

Vera has been bringing her makes along to Hexton Country Matters for quite a while now, and keeps her space nicely stock with pretty packaging, making her candles a perfect present, but of course you can treat yourself too.

Supplier Spotlight ~ Nicki ~ Jams & marmalades

 

Nicki lives locally and loves to cook she has been making preserves for Country Matters for a number of years, and made in small batches they sell quite quickly.

Recipe ~ Summer Pudding

With the abundance of soft fruit in the summer months here is a really easy recipe, and it is even low in fat :)

Supplier Spotlight ~ Carolyn ~ Handmade Fabric Bags & Accessories

Carolyn, a crafter and a gardener, has been bringing her handmade items to the shop now for 9 years or so, she started with some crochet & knitting, and garden plants from seeds or cuttings.