Monthly Archives: October 2009

Knitted News

Posted on October 30, 2009 by

Time for another knitted update from the Mum’s latest creations. The Mum has been busy this year, not only with her own creations, but with some commissions.  First up was a request to provide bats for sale at some bat … Continue reading →

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Bletchley Park

Posted on October 26, 2009 by

Some of you will already of heard of Bletchley. World War II Codebreakers Spies Some simply because the Victorian house is amazing also. Or maybe even because you saw the film Enigma, and wanted to know more about the codebreakers. … Continue reading →

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The Cameo, Plus Other Pictorial News

Posted on October 22, 2009 by

As promised in my previous post, here amongst other things is the early plastic (probably early twentieth century) cameo brooch I bought at the antiques/collectibles shop at Haddo. It is dark brown, detailed and gorgeous!  Didn’t hurt that it only … Continue reading →

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Christmas Events At Castle Fraser

Posted on October 21, 2009 by

Yes, it’s that time of the year again where I give you the details of our Christmas events at the castle. This year we will be having our traditional carols week, plus a family fun weekend.  Please see poster with … Continue reading →

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(Near) End of Season Castle Update

Posted on October 19, 2009 by

I can’t believe how fast the year has gone – and it’s that time again, when the end of castle season looms. Hmm, update, well… The Castle Fraser Restaurant has been up and running since August, and I’m told is … Continue reading →

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A Few Loose Ends

Posted on October 5, 2009 by

Here’s the part where I finally get to update on lots of things that I’ve been either doing or attempting to do this year. With reference to castle visits.  I managed to visit Delgatie Castle again, and it was sunny … Continue reading →

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