To find out more about Rainbows Children's Hospice

& the wonderful work they do click here

There will be PLENTY of

Things To Do - Things To See - Things To Enjoy!

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By Phone

01530 224579

'Storey Arms Fundraising Events'

S.A.F.E.

The Storey Arms public house, at the centre of village life in Osgathorpe, has a long & justifiably proud tradition of tirelessly raising funds for Rainbows Children's Hospice, Loughborough.

The Storey Arms history with Rainbows is born out of a very personal & heartfelt connection with the hospice. Over many years Philip, Susan & the staff have run dozens of events collecting in a staggering £40,000 to help this well loved local charity.

From their September beer festival, harvest auction & a myriad of events during the year they put so much love & effort into helping Rainbows whenever & however they can.

In 2007 it was decided to put together a Fun Day & add a daft dog show in for good measure - that's the categories that are daft not the dogs!! With so many lovely canine residents in the village why shouldn't they be included in the fun?

It soon became clear this format had the potential to become very popular not only within Osgathorpe but for our neighbours in the villages & towns over a wide circle from Ashby de la Zouch, Loughborough, Coalville, Diseworth etc. By 2008, our second year, we were welcoming families & canines from across Leicestershire, Birmingham, Nottinghamshire..... people obviously love a good day out!

With just a touch(!) of torrential rain & high winds to contend with on August 31st 2008 £1331.50p was raised for Rainbows, closely matching the sum raised in 2007. Then the weather was finally kind to us & Sunday, August 2nd 2009 was just glorious! That helped us reach the terrific total of £3,400 raised for Rainbows bringing the total over the three years from this one event to £7,000. We hope this will be something we can build on year by year & run a similar event each summer.

As a direct result of the success of the 2007 event it was decided it would be a good idea to form a group dedicated to contributing to the Storey Arms' fantastic fund raising for Rainbows whilst at the same time taking some of the logistics & planning burden from the pub itself.

So 'Storey Arms Fundraising Events' (or S.A.F.E. because it's easier!) was formed.

The aim is to create a great fun event which both visitors, volunteers, exhibitors & businesses will want to be part of - all with the shared goal of raising as much money as possible for Rainbows at the same time.

Absolutely no contribution is wasted. Whether it be money, goods, services or goodwill all donations are treated with the utmost respect & looked at individually to see the very best possible way to utilise them to best advantage the fund raising potential for Rainbows. We pride ourselves in coming up with some novel games & competitions to capture people's imagination.

For instance in 2008 the game to win the pair of Motocross of Nations tickets, kindly donated by Donington Park, was taken out to various local motocross club meetings which ensured fans of the sport got a chance to participate. The game of course ran throughout the Fun Day so everyone who came along on the 31st had an equal chance of winning too. Just one example of really maximising the benefit to Rainbows of a company's generous donation to our efforts.

We do not spend anything but the bare essentials on administration, advertising or any other area of putting on this sort of event. Phone calls & emails are free so that's what is used rather than post if at all possible. There is no 'office' or 'staff' it is all voluntary. Local businesses throughout the area are wonderfully supportive in displaying posters & flyers advertising the event. The local press & radio stations are fantastically helpful in making sure they mention the event both on air & in their 'what's on' listings. There is so much goodwill & respect for Rainbows as a charity both within the immediate area & throughout the East Midlands, that the response for requests for help with S.A.F.E.'s efforts on their behalf is truly heartwarming.

To find out more about the work of Rainbows Children's Hospice, caring for children from across the East Midlands with life limiting conditions, including how to get involved please click here to visit their website or phone 01509 638000

Did you know you can participate in Rainbows' lottery? You can also help by buying their scratch cards, joining their quiz club & much more!

please click here to visit their website or phone 01509 638000

Know anyone who is planning a wedding? Tell them about Rainbows' newly launched 'Wedding Favours' - a really worthwhile, unusual memento of the day to offer their guests.

Call Jas on 01509 638058 for more details

Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People, Loughborough Registered Charity Number 1014051

For more about the annual Beer Festival (Sept 2010), Harvest Auction or any of the fun 'Rainbows' events held at the Storey Arms, Main Street, Osgathorpe LE12 9TA call 01530 224166

DO YOU ENJOY QUIZZES?

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Did you know the Storey Arms have a regular quiz night every second Sunday?

Starts at 8:00 with a half time break for the raffle (cash prizes)

delicious freshly prepared filled cobs

NEXT QUIZ Sunday 22nd August

Also

Rainbows run a Quiz Club!!

Spring - Summer - Autumn - Winter

There are 4 quizzes a year which you can receive by either email or through the post along with the answers to the previous quiz

Not only will you be supporting a very worthy charity but you could win up to £200

Summer edition available from June

For details of how to join contact Rainbows for more information

Emma Lovegrove 01509 638006

please click here to visit the Rainbows Children's Hospice website

SHETLAND PONIES & TRAPS

3 wonderful little ponies

Willow, Pippin & Shadow

taking you on short trips

We are delighted to say

Anne, Ian & all the Watson family

kindly donate ALL the fare money to Rainbows

THANK YOU!

It is possible to book appointments in advance - please contact us

Also there will be a 'Doggy Creche' situated next to Andrea's area

so you can relax knowing your dog is being looked after!

SKY TV

in the bar

PUB QUIZ

every other Sunday

8:00pm

next date

22ndAugust

come along with your own team or just join in!

Storey Arms Annual Beer Festival 2010

September 17th, 18th & 19th

for full details call 01530 224166

Storey Arms, Main Street, Osgathorpe, LE12 9TA

BBQ

Freshly cooked & delicious

Burgers

Hot Dogs

grateful thanks to Robin Russ who has kindly volunteered to come along & do all the cooking once again

Anyone who enjoyed Robin's BBQ in 2008 &2009 knows what a treat they were in for again!

ALL PROFITS TO

RAINBOWS CHILDREN'S HOSPICE

A week at Pinadasol

located in Villa Martin on Spain's Costa Del Sol

• 2 bedroom apartment sleeps up to 6
• Dates subject to availability
• Own rooftop solarium and balcony
• Communal pool

(doesn't include flights, transfers or local service charge of €40)

normal weekly rates from £195 - £250

kindly donated by Bev Kauss

nearest airports Murcia (25 mins) & Alicante (40 mins)

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HOW DOES IT WORK?

Decide which item or items you'd like to buy, then using the bidding slips provided bid as much as you'll be prepared to pay.

Please remember by bidding you are agreeing to pay that amount.

Drop your bid into the box & we'll let you know if you are the successful bidder after the auction ends at 4:50pm on 15th August 2010

GINGERBREAD PEOPLE!

Let your imagination loose

decorate mini gingerbread people using SuperCook

icing colours, sugar flowers, jelly diamonds, chocolate beans etc.

But can you bring yourself to eat them after

lavishing all that care on making them look great?

YES, of course you can!

THE WASPINATOR

on sale at the event at the special price of £12!!

(normal online price incl. P&P £13.95)

Create your own WASP FREE ZONE

Enjoy wasp free picnics, BBQs & drinks!

NO CHEMICALS - NO MAINTENANCE - NO TRAPS

NO MESS - NO DEAD WASPS!!

Click the wasp to visit The Waspinator website

Andrea Bray MIFPA is a clinical holistic aromatherapist & on the day will be in the Pamper Zone offering wonderful aromatherapy massages for hands & feet all to benefit Rainbows

Click for more details about The PAMPER ZONE

To book an appointment with Andrea on the day please click here

Rainbows volunteer & ace BBQ-King Robin & his team will be cooking up a feast again this year

Huge inflatable slide, Bouncy Castle (suitable for adults too!)

PLEASE NOTE for safety reasons Blitz Entertainments never operate in windy weather. They will not risk any accidents where children are concerned.

Delicious truffles handmade in South Derbyshire using real cream & locally sourced ingredients

Choose from Milk Chocolate Orange, Gooseberry, Strawberries & Cream, Caramelised Hazelnut & Jamrock - an exotic twist on Rocky Road!!

Lots more delicious varieties available, please visit the website for the full menu. If you would like a particular flavour not mentioned above you can contact Blue Mahoe, order in advance & collect from the stall on August 15th

Magic tricks & instructions for clever illusions to buy

Also magic tricks to learn - prepare to be amazed!

Cantrill's Magic & illusions can provide close up magic at parties for all ages - weddings, birthdays, retirement - all celebrations. Call now for details of great price packages

COLLEGE GARTH RESCUE KENNELS

CURRENTLY AWAITING CONFIRMATION

Find out about the work the rescue kennels do & meet some of the dogs who are in need of a home

In return for a small donation to Rainbow's Hospice you can leave your dog with Darren for a short period while you enjoy your Aromatherapy massage, enjoy the BBQ, have a cuppa or maybe nip to the loo....

You are bound to find some great holiday reads amongst avid reader Darren's collection - 10% of takings will be donated to Rainbows

Come along & find out about dowsing - have a go yourself & prepare to be amazed!

Aloe Vera based products for Health & Nutrition - Suitable for both humans & animals

Offering products for Weight Management. Also Make-Up, Skin Wraps & everyday products

The group will have fascinating photos & information about Gracedieu & the local area along with a display of old games.

Guide books & Ghost books on sale!!

Come & have a chat to find out more about the Priory, the Ghost Walks & other events!

Under the guidance of an instructor your dog can have a go!

All the fun of Agility Jumping, Tunnel, Tyre & Flyball

Special new 'UP, DOWN & ROUND' Agility tunnel

Face Painting expertly applied - beautiful designs & fantastic ideas!

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Plants & Garden Ornaments including Alan Titchmarsh Products & 'WibberWacs'!

Exclusive Engraved Dog Discs - Engraved Door Signs

Exclusive design Key rings

Have a go at engraving your own pet tag using a hand held etcher/engraver! All proceeds from engraving your own tag will be donated to Rainbow

Dog coats & stylish accessories.

Made to measure dog coats

Diamante personalisation offered on most products ordered

KP Dogs have kindly donated some nifty bandanas which will be awarded to some winners in the dog show! To find out more contact us

The Street Environment Management team will be on hand to offer advice about picking up after your dog

Portraiture & Pet Portraits

Canvas pictures, photographs & associated gift items on offer

Made to Measure Kennels, Playhouses & Sheds

Wooden buildings designed & made locally by craftsman Roy Reeves

SIMNETT POULTRY

CURRENTLY AWAITING DETAILS - rare bred poultry

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A refreshing cup of tea, a steaming hot coffee.... treat yourself to a delicious muffin, shortcake, maybe a flapjack..... GO ON - it's all for charity!! Cheryll & her 'crew' will be ready for your visit with a cheery smile

A huge THANK YOU to all at Food Connections, Coalville for once more supporting our efforts on behalf of Rainbows. To visit their website click here

Margaret Bramley-Brown will be representing the award winning UK publisher of children's books with titles suitable for every age from baby to teenager

A natural solution to the problem of wasps! Humane, non-chemical DOESN'T KILL THE WASPS!

Click to read more

Think you can find the booze amongst the wrapped bottles? If you can you get to keep it!!