I was reminded today that 5 years ago, we announced on our social media channels that, due to the increasing risks posed by Covid at the time, we would be closing the physical Chocolate Fayre shop for the foreseeable future, and moving entirely to online and phone ordering. I still remember the worry and concern[…]
With the first doors of advent calendars now open, trees beginning to appear in windows and sprouts starting to be cooked, Christmas is fast approaching, and I thought we should let you all know about last posting dates and festive opening times here at Chocolate Fayre. To ensure we have enough time to get gifts[…]
Christmas is coming, and if you’ve never visited the Chocolate Fayre shop in the heart of Barnard Castle, you’ve missed an absolute treat! From the moment you walk in, you’re hit by a heavenly scent of chocolate and freshly ground coffee; and your eyes are met with row after row of over 75 incredible looking[…]
As many of you know, we are in the middle of a substantial project to complete a considerable renovation to the former Wilson’s shop next door to us at 8 Horsemarket in Barnard Castle. The aim is to expand into this, adding to our existing shop space, while also bringing back indoor seating – something[…]
Following months of the dark, cold days of winter, February can sometimes be a challenging month. But then it is also when we begin seeing snowdrops appear in gardens and roadside verges, the days are getting longer and warmer, and steadily the shadow of winter is shaken off, while spring is almost in sight. During[…]
We’ve reached the end of January, and for many of us, all those great intentions set out in our New Year’s Resolutions have dwindled a bit, and possibly even disappeared! Part of the trouble is that January is such a terrible time of year to try and make positive habit changes for anyone. Why? Well,[…]
Chocolate Fayre Customer Service Role – What Is The Job? We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic person to join the customer service team at Chocolate Fayre, Barnard Castle. Hours: Part time (3 x 8 hr days a week, 09:30-17:30, including weekends & school holidays) Renumeration: £10.50/hr plus company pension scheme, 30 minute paid[…]
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[…]
We’ve finally made all of our Hill Sixty coffees available to buy and be posted out online, so that you can still relax and enjoy a wonderful coffee at home. No matter how you brew your coffee at home, we can supply coffee as whole beans for you to grind yourself (if you have a[…]
We’re fast approaching the season for Chocolate Lovers. Even though we spend our working lives (and much of our home life!) surrounded by chocolate, come Valentine’s Day, I will put together a special box for Sarah, carefully selecting exactly the right chocolates from the Chocolate Fayre range to include all of her favourite flavours, which[…]
