The post-festive slump may be upon us but you will still find plenty to do in Keswick this January!

Peter Pan at the Theatre by the Lake – Enjoy a Disney classic at Keswick’s famous theatre

The Pencil Musuem – Avoid the harsh winter weather with a tour round the towns very own pencil museum

Manus Noble at the Theatre by the Lake – Help bring in 2015 with a special New Year concert from award winning performer and composer Magnus Noble

Alhambra Cinema – Enjoy a cosy night in in front of the big screen at Keswick’s old-fashioned theatre style cinema.
Don’t forget about the Saturday markets and the many wonderful restaurants Keswick has to offer!

We love the festive period at Packhorse Court and Keswick really is looking magical at the moment!

Last week we switched on the Keswick Christmas lights with fun, games and live music in the Courtyard, it was a fabulous event and we loved seeing all the children joining in with the songs.

We know have a Santa’s Grotto next to Touchwood Toys, where you can meet the big man himself!

All the shop windows are looking very festive and to aid in the celebrations we’ll be taking part in the Keswick Live Advent widow with two illuminated windows this December. On the 3rd of December we’ll have a Candle Lit Carole Concert from 4pm followed by the window reveal. On the 14th of December we’ll welcome the Keswick Amateur Operatic Society to the Yard before the advent window is revealed at The Card Collection.

Have a magical Christmas everyone.

Last Wednesday we were extra lucky to welcome two beautifully angelic school choirs to Packhorse Court.

St Herberts School in Keswick and Montreal School from Cleator Moor welcomed the crowds with a fantastic selection of songs, filling the court yard with music. Events like these really do put a smile on our faces…

Last week were delighted to have the grand opening of Evergreens Florist that moved from their old home over in number 17 to their brand, spanking new home – number 6!

It was a fabulous day with sandwiches, drinks, beautiful displays with Margaret cutting the ribbon (which was green of course!)

Why not come and pay Debra and Andrew a visit…they do Flower arrangements for weddings, parties, anniversaries, special days, funerals or just for fun can be made and delivered to suit your own imagination and within your own budget.

Diabetic swaps Staples for Sweet Treats…

Keswick, Cumbria, April 2014: The Corner Shop in Packhorse Court, Keswick is undergoing a transformation into Sweet Treats this week.  Gina Price, a 44 year old who has type 1 Diabetes has recently resigned from her role at Staples Advantage in Birmingham and is re-naming and re-styling the popular sweet shop in the heart of the Northern Lakes.  When asked why a sweet shop; surely an odd choice for a diabetic; Gina states the reason she chose a sweet shop is that shopping for sweets brings joy to people and that is what she is looking for, a sense of personal satisfaction from making a difference to your day.

Sweet Treats is a traditional sweet shop selling 250 weigh out jars, pick and mix, chocolate bars, candy bars, ice creams and drinks.  Gina will also be selling homemade treats such as a variety of flavours of fudge, chocolates and gift boxes.  The shop will continue to stock all of your favourite brands, Romneys, Bassetts, Buchanan’s, Haribo, Gibb, Stockley’s, Joseph Dobson, Cadbury, Millions, Jakemans’, Taveners, Lion, Barratts, Grays, Barnetts, and Nestle to name a few!  Gina has also become the latest in a selected list of stockists for Riley’s original Toffee Rolls.

The Packhorse Court development welcomes Gillian Ania (née Grisdale) as new owner of The Card Collection.

Gillian took over from Pat and Pete Richards on 1st April 2014, and will be running the shop along very similar lines, continuing to stock a wide range of cards for all occasions, the Me-to-you bears and Gor-juss gifts, and offering a helium balloon service. She has added to this a small selection of ‘art’ and ‘museum’ cards and notelets, and Italian chocolates. This is very much a home-coming for Gillian, who grew up in Keswick, went away to study and teach Italian, and is now delighted to be back.

We’re really excited that popular fashion and knitwear store Alexandra’s are joining us in less than two weeks time.

You can check the store out online and browse & buy their fantastic range, including clothing from creative maritime brand Seasalt. In store they have lots on offer such as a personal shopping service, gift wrap service, and an in-store only loyalty card.

And that’s not all… there will be a launch party dubbed “Fizzy Friday” on 22nd November when the store will be open until 7pm. Details of this event are coming soon so keep your eyes peeled!

We would like to wish Alexandra’s a warm welcome… and we can’t wait to start trying on the clothes!