National Tea Day

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Our love for tea is so deep that we consume more than 60 billion cups a year. That’s upwards of 165 million cups a day! A cup of tea has become native to British culture, and while ‘builder’s tea’ remains the number one choice, herbal and fruit blends have become incredibly popular in recent years. Head to the Pavilions to …

Get Organised Day

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With Get Organised Day on the 26th of April, there is no excuse not to get spring cleaned and organised. Pick up your stationary storage solutions from WHSmith and get organising. There are plenty of tips online to make the task less daunting. If you have several areas in your home you want to get under control, start with just …

Scrapbooking Fun for Everyone

Scrapbooking is a favourite fun time hobby not only for kids but also adults. Even in our digital age, it’s tough to beat the feeling of turning the pages of a hand-crafted scrapbook to peruse pictures, handwritten notes and tickets of memories from the past.  Cherished memories can be preserved and appreciated for generations. Head to One Below, The Works …

World Book Day 3rd March

It’s World Book Day on Thursday 3rd March. Whatever their favourite book is, handmade costumes are easier than you think. Roald Dahl’s sweet character Matilda is easy to sort. To create the perfect Matilda – select a blue dress, add a red ribbon for the hair and carry a pile of books. If naughty Bill is your child’s favourite, dress …

Mother’s Day 27th March

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Pavilions would like to wish a Happy Mother’s Day to all mums, step mums, those in mum roles, grandmums, wanna-be mums, were once mums, remembering mums and dads who are also mums. To My Mother And how cute is this poem? ‘To My Mother’ by Robert Louis Stevenson You too, my mother, read my rhymes For love of unforgotten times, …

Stylish and Sustainable Shopping

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This month, we take a look at sustainability in our lifestyles, from cooking to clothing and even chilling at home! When it comes to living in sustainable style, there’s plenty we can do, with just a few tweaks or small changes. Here’s our guide to sustainable style… Sustainable Fashion Sustainable fashion is a hot topic. Not just because eco-friendly materials …

January Detox

The festive period tends to leave most of us feeling more than ready for a new routine of self-care, mindfulness and sets us all in to overdrive in the quest for increased health and fitness. January, is considered by many as being one of the dullest months with the Spring still feeling far away on the horizon. Limit Alcohol A …

Christmas Opening Hours 2021

There’s not long to wait now! If you’ve got some last-minute shopping to do then you’ll need to know these Christmas opening hours. Monday 20th December Tuesday 21th December Wednesday 22nd December Thursday 23rd December Friday 24th December Saturday 25th December Sunday 26th December 08:00 – 18:00 08:00 – 18:00 08:00 – 18:00 08:00 – 19:00 08:00 – 19:00 CLOSED …

Have Yourself A Stylish Little Christmas

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It’s still busy here at Pavilions 🎅 with plenty of festive activities taking place for both little kids and big! You’re probably tired from all the shopping, so this time we focus on Style tips for the home. Is your home guest-ready?  We show you how to welcome loved ones into your humble abodes in the warmest of ways – …

Rocking Around The Christmas Tree

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With Christmas carols, events at the centre and plenty of Style tips, there’s lots happening at Pavilions this December.  Whether you’re stuck in a present-buying rut or just want to give something unique this year, putting together a personalised Christmas hamper for someone is a great option. We show you how and give you gift ideas too.  Gift Ideas All …