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The Fleece Inn — Tue, 07 May 2013 08:43:28 +0000

The Fleece is looking to recruit and expand our Fleecey family. If you would be interested in applying please contact Nigel on 01386 831173

Thanks

INLAY

The Fleece Inn — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:26:07 +0000

One of our favourite bands are playing here tomorrow night! Inlay have racked up quite a few performances at the Fleece and we are pleased they will be returning tomorrow for another spectacular evening of folk. Tickets are £5 and can be purchased on the door, please feel free to give us a call if you have any enquiries, see you there !

Bio

INLAY are an engaging, collaborative four-piece group formed in 2010 whilst studying music in Norwich. These four musicians make use of traditional melodies from the British Isles, rooting them firmly within the folk-genre. In other respects, Inlay question categorisation; drawing upon elements of each individual’s diverse musical background, and incorporating original material into many of their intricate compositions. With the aid of: violin, accordion, guitar, 5-string banjo, slide guitar, bodhrán, percussion, mandolin and captivating vocal harmonies, they produce rich and full-bodied compositions. This distinct blend of contemporary-folk mixed with bags of energy provides audiences with one of the best live performances on the circuit.

The Fleece family extends to Worcester

The Fleece Inn — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 13:51:49 +0000

I am delighted to announce the recent acquisition of the lease of The Cardinal’s Hat, a fifteenth century inn located within the historic city of Worcester. The Cardinal’s Hat has the distinction of being Worcester’s oldest inn, so I’m thrilled to become custodian of another distinguished hostelry that has played a significant part in our local heritage.

The Cardinal’s Hat will re-open as a female-friendly ale house with a broad range of bottled beers, lagers and wines to compliment a fresh, local and artisan-led menu. It will open from breakfast till late and serve a variety of food, from morning pastries and coffee to the perfect afternoon cream tea.

It was over ten years ago that I was fortunate enough to become proprietor of the National Trust's first public house, The Fleece Inn. The Fleece is an immensely important local landmark and has been not only my livelihood, but also my home. Over the years, I have enjoyed many successes here and made numerous lifelong friendships. The Fleece Inn continues to be my first love and will very much remain my home.

The Cardinal’s Hat, on the other hand, will benefit from the well-established 'Fleece Family' treatment and will be managed under the watchful eye of Sadie Hughes my long suffering events coordinator. After a sympathetic refurbishment it will open its doors to the public in late April, when we both hope to welcome you over the threshold. For the time being you’ll find further announcements on its progress on our website www.thefleeceinn.co.uk.

I look forward to welcoming you to The Cardinal’s Hat in due course and in the meantime, value your continued return visits to The Fleece Inn. If you’ve got any questions please don’t hesitate to ask!

With warm regards

Nigel Smith

Proprietor
The Fleece Inn
Bretforton

Tyde gig

Nige — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 17:03:43 +0000

The pewter room was rammed last night for Tyde's informal gig.

they held a packed room then sessioned on joined by haddo giving us a preview of their forthcoming gig.

another bleedin excellent night..finished about three ish ..I think!

good luck to Tyde with their new album and with Cheltenham folk fest this weekend.

real pleasure to have them with us.

bring it on!

Tonight's Tyde

Nige — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 17:03:44 +0000

Wonderful folk ensemble Tyde @tydefolk have just arrived ready for tonight's informal gig in the pewter room.

gonna be a fine fine evening :)

..only for more sleeps..or five

Nige — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 14:54:10 +0000

nly four more sleeps to our wassail, and only five till The Fantastic Benji Kirkpatrick gig!! (sat and sun respectively) :)

Bellowhead tastic Mr Benji Kirkpatrick

The Fleece Inn — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 19:35:45 +0000

..so listening to Bellowhead live on the new Mark Radcliffe experience . Fan bloody tastic!

Mr Benji Kirkpatrick ,musicianer of said Bellowhead, is playing here this Sunday 13th jan 7.30.

Unbeleivably there are a few tickets left

Top top recommend!

Also Wassail this Saturday. Another piece of fleece wonderment!

Nige

Confirmation

The Fleece Inn — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 12:32:04 +0000

Calling all Fleecey Friends: The Festive season is approaching and following an increased amount of table bookings for December please could anyone who has made a booking confirm with us via email or phone. May we also remind any large tables (over 8) are required to pre order from the Christmas Fayre menu or main menu at least 7 days before. Many thanks for your cooperation.

Asparamad news!

Nige — Thu, 03 May 2012 20:34:46 +0000

Watch ITV news around 10.20 tonight for a fleecey aspara experience!!

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Nige — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 21:26:34 +0000

..so asparamadness has returned to the vale! gras is in short supply..except this stuff which is rather long! Have found a great supplier this year with THE Best quality so don't be shy dearest friends and customers!

On monday went to london to see the queen..with some gras of course. If your watching saturday kitchen this week you may catch a glipse of the oldplace. watch out for the festival day on the 5th may and auction day on th 27th may

btw has anyone seen a drunken saint george -missing since monday?!?