Countdown to Christmas in Uckfield
The countdown to Christmas is under way and Uckfield traders are ready. Here some of those who list in our Uckfield Directory tell us about the treats they have in store.
Don't forget it's late night shopping in Uckfield next week, Friday, December 9. Read about what's on and where here.
Look out for sleighs and gingerbread houses at Ryans
Christmas has arrived at Ryans of Uckfield. Do call in and take a look at sugar sleighs, Advent toffee wreaths and gingerbread houses.
Look out too for handmade Christmas fairies perched on Christmas puddings and ask about hampers which can be made up to suit all tastes, some focussing on coffee, others on balsamic vinegar and oil, confiture (French jams) and figs in wine. Prices range from £9.95 to £39.
And if you are passing Ryans when hungry make sure you try their new Marydown mature cheddar sandwiches filled with cheese cut straight from the block which are said to be delicious.
Ryans will be open for late night shopping on December 9 with Daryl and Rosie entering into the spirit of the occasion and wearing fancy dress.
Warming and festive fare at Appetite
Warming and festive fare can be found on the menu at Appetite on the junction of High Street and Hempstead Road, Uckfield.
Home-made soups include roasted butternut squash, sweet potato and curried parsnip, all served with Appetite’s own ciabatta or a slice of cheese on toast.
There’s a special deal before 10am on bacon sandwiches which can be bought for £1.50 then instead of the normal £1.85.
Christmas sandwiches are available too including roast chicken with stuffing and cranberry sauce.
Discounts available on adult dance shoes
Limelight is offering 10% off adult dance shoes until December 23. The discount is also being offered on gift vouchers for adult dance shoes.
There are plenty of gift ideas at Limelight including jewellery boxes, dance accessories, diamante brooches and dance key rings and there are fancy dress accessories for any parties you might have coming up. They include halos, wigs and masks.
Always popular and new in are Weird Fish jackets and tops and Anniluce gymwear and you can buy swim wear throughout the winter. “It still sells well at this time of year,” said shop owner Jenny Baker.
If you can’t call in sooner owner Jenny will be pleased to welcome you next Friday, for late night shopping. She will be open until 8.30pm.
Best selling present at PipeDreams - the scooter
No prizes for guessing the top selling Christmas present at PipeDreams, the snow surf and skate shop at the top of the High Street on the corner of Church Street ... scooters.
They have been consistently popular through the whole of the year and shop owners Julie and David Hobbs made sure to order early for the Christmas rush.
“We have very good stocks at the moment but they are starting to go fast,” said Julie. “We are able to compete with online purchasing. Our prices are comparable and we are also able to give helpful advice on accessories.”
There are a wealth of other gift ideas too such as winter clothing, warm fleeces and hats and scarves.
Julie added: “If people would like to come in and challenge us to find a gift for any member of the family I’m sure we will be able to help.”
Unlike most people PipeDreams is hoping for snow this winter because they are well equipped with products to help people through the worst weather. So if the snow comes down remember them.
Have you found PipeDreams on Facebook yet? Just follow the link to their page.
See the Ennia Lingerie ad on our news pages
Maresfield-based Ennia Lingerie is advertising a special offer on our news pages. Just click on the ad to go straight to their own website.
Hartfields now offer a soup of the day
Hartfields Produce Store is awaiting delivery of a coffee machine and will soon be selling takeaway coffee.
A takeaway soup of the day is also available now made from the shop’s own produce.
Orders are being taken for Christmas and deliveries will made until the Thursday before Christmas, December 22.
A tick list of produce is available in store or you are welcome to call in with your own list.
A tasting session will be held outside Hartfields during the Uckfield late night shopping event so make sure you go along to sample some of their fare.
Apple products now available at PC Home and Office
Apple products are now available at PC Home and Office.
They have iPhone cases, including a new range of extended battery life cases which can increase the life of a battery by two to three times.
There are also custom skins in a range of colours and more accessories too for both iPhone and iPad.
The MacBook Pro is also on sale with a competitive price promised.
Jewelled scarves are selling well at Tres Joli
Christmas gifts are still arriving at Tres Joli the lingerie shop in Uckfield High Street.
They include jewellery and jewelled scarves which are selling particularly quickly.
Some brands of clothing are also being introduced at the store so do call in to see what is on offer.
Business is booming at Joli Couture
Call in too at Joli Couture, sister business of Tres Joli. Owner of both Kay Bevan is delighted at the way the boutique has been welcomed.
“Whatever I put in there is flying out of the door. I like to think that if you need something you can find it in there. Party wear is coming in thick and fast.”
Both Tres Joli and Joli Couture will be open for late night shopping next Friday.
A special offer is running for tanning sessions at the tanning studio above Joli Couture at the moment. An hour which would normally cost £45 is available for £25.
Spiders in wellies could be a problem of the past
There’s a handy product on sale at Sew n Sew in the Market Hall which could mean there will never again be the need to shake and check wellies before putting them on in case a spider has crawled inside.
Called the Wellitop this sturdy gadget clips on to the top of a pair of wellies. It is described as keeping out rain and leaves, means you can leave boots outdoors, carry them in pairs and it fits sizes from three to 12.
Lydia Prentice is pictured holding a pair of wellies and showing the Wellitop in place.
Sew n Sew is known for its handicrafts but they have nail art kits in stock too which are proving popular as gifts. They include nail polish and micro pens to finish with decoration.
Free engraving offered on Soleman products
Shoe repair, key cutting and engraving shop Soleman is offering free engraving on gifts bought from them in the run up to Christmas.
Business owner Adam Notman said they were also offering 20 per cent off all services including shoe repairs, key cutting and watch repairs.
Prices start at 50p at The Bargain Store
Cards, decorations and stocking fillers are on offer from 50p at The Bargain Store at the bottom of Uckfield High Street.
There are also scarves, mittens and household goods available.
Look for designer jewellery at George Moss
A wide range of designer jewellery is stocked at George Moss, from Muru, contemporary silver jewellery, to Banyan Jewellery described as having a natural, bohemian chic approach.
The most popular brand of all is Charms and new to that range are the Candy Bling friendship bracelets and charm beads.
Call in at George Moss for late night shopping next week and you will find staff dressed up for the occasion, the guys wearing tuxedos and girls in evening gowns.
Poinsettias are available at The Flower Shop
At The Flower Shop there are lots of Christmas decorations and reasonably priced gifts including candles, wooden photograph frames and some fun door stops.
And, of course, the plant most sought after during the festive season can be bought there ... the poinsettia.
Scottish Ale on offer at Noble Wines
Scottish Ale is on offer at Noble Wines at the moment.
Shop owner Charles Mears-Lamb said a case of Innis and Gunn beer can be bought for £10, about half the normal price.
Lucky, a Chinese lager, is available on a buy one get one free deal. This means you can have 12 bottles for £7.99.
Italian Trevinium, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Merlot and Monegpulciano are on offer with two bottles costing £12.
Kandey focusses on knitwear and bags
Kandey Fashion is focussing on knitwear and bags at the moment and re-stocking every seven to ten days so do call in regularly.
Bargains available at All Sorts
Bargains at All Sorts include Christmas lights. See also tinsel and foil decorations at six for £5 or £1 each and 10 metre rolls of wrapping paper for £1.
Gift sets are coming in and there are boxes of cards for £1.
Open evening treat for Pilgrim customers
Pilgrim was busy last night during an open evening with customers enjoying exploring and hunting for gift ideas at the boutique.
Christmas decorations, party wear and handbags are in stock.
Owner Mercedes hall said the Postcard brand was proving particularly popular with the clothing being sold immediately it is delivered.
Gift ideas from In Gear
In Gear has a list of suggestions as presents for the cycling enthusiast. They range from helmets to a helmet light, a wrench set to a floor pump and from 'rain bootie' to winter glove.
(Added to site Thursday, December 1st, 2011)
