While this post is not related to chocolate, it is all about something we do love as much, and that is helping our community. So I hope that you’ll excuse this diversion from our usual content for a moment, and read on… When our friend Gemma asked if anyone would be able to stand in[…]
Chocolate Fayre Assistant Manager Role – What Is The Job? We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced person to join the team at Chocolate Fayre, Barnard Castle as Assistant Manager. Hours: Full time (40 hours, including weekends & school holidays) Renumeration: £25,000 pa, company pension scheme, 30 minute paid lunchbreak every day, in-store discounts, personal[…]
With May crammed with Bank Holidays, half term breaks and Coronation excitement, you’ll be delighted to know that we will be open as usual throughout May, from Mondays to Saturdays, 10am-5pm, including all of the Monday Bank Holidays, and the Coronation day itself. This means that you can get your chocolate treats, Jersey double cream[…]
In the wonderful world of chocolate, the bit which you see, smell, taste and (hopefully) fall in love with is the end result of a huge amount of effort from a lot of people. We are constantly trying to improve what we do and how we do it, introduce new ideas and products, and make[…]
As the cold, grey weather and darker evenings of January become a distant memory, we look forward with hope and optimism to warmer days, happy occasions and celebrations. Here at Chocolate Fayre, the shop is decked out in reds, pinks and whites, as we approach St Valentine’s Day on 14th February. There are many legends,[…]
Updated 7th December PLEASE NOTE THAT WE HAVE BROUGHT FORWARD OUR LAST ORDER DATES FOR CHRISTMAS TO MINIMISE FURTHER DELAYS FROM POSTAL STRIKES. 2nd Class orders should now be placed by FRIDAY 9th DECEMBER, and 1st Class orders should now be placed by 2pm MONDAY 12th DECEMBER. I thought it would be wise to just[…]
UPDATED Monday 25th July Since the heatwaves of the other day, we have now resumed sending out orders (as of Monday 25th July) to all UK addresses. This includes July’s tasters Club, which should be with members either Tuesday 26th or Wednesday 27th July. There are a few international orders which we are still unable[…]
May 2022 is a big year for us, as we celebrate our 35th Anniversary! That’s right, Chocolate Fayre has been operating in Barnard Castle for 35 years! In May 1987, a former tobacconist shop situated on the high side of Barnard Castle’s Horsemarket was converted into a new and exciting shop named Chocolate Fayre. Launched[…]
Whether it’s to say Thank’s for being there, or Thanks for believing in me, or Proud to call you my dad, or simply Lots of love, Father’s Day is a the opportunity to say the things which you may not have the chance to say as the everyday things have been mixed up with Covid[…]
With the next big changes in lockdown measures coming next week, there’s a lot to be hopeful for. However we’re seeing a lot of anxiety and just feelings of tiredness, as people adapt to a situation which could cause them stress and worry. What will the new rules mean in practice? Will I still feel[…]
