Chocolate Coated Almond Spice Biscuits
These biscuits are very basic, with only a subtle almond flavouring and spiciness. They are perfect to make in December, as the smell of cinnamon and ginger drifting through the house as they cook brings the soul of Christmas and…
The Christmas Tree
By Roy Browning with illustrations by Mike Raxworthy reviewed by Pete Donohue When Phil and Ann Gill turned up with a typewritten poem at local illustrator Mike Raxworthy's studio he didn't realise he was about to agree to do a…
A Penny Pincher’s Christmas Carol – Hastings’ alternative Christmas panto at The Palace
Local writing and performing team Kate Tym and John Knowles (aka It’s Not Us) have already established themselves with a series of successful small theatre productions at various venues across Hastings and St Leonards. ‘Rat in the Cellar’, ‘Time Please’…
Crafty Christmas Pop-Up
If you’re stuck for gift ideas for Christmas, or just want to get into the seasonal spirit, we’ve got something to jingle your The popular Pop-Up Emporium is back! Taking place at All Saints Hall on Friday 2nd December, Christmas…
Get Creative This Christmas
The festive season stalks us once again, presenting the usual difficulty of coming up with interesting and exclusive gifts for family and loved ones. Here in Hastings and St Leonard’s, with its arty, bohemian outlets, we’re luckier than most other…