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Christmas

Stumped for ideas? Muddy’s got *loads*…

I know, I know, some of you — you know who you are — will already have everything bought and probably wrapped, ready to pop under the tree. If, however, you’re a bit more like me… well, you might have given Christmas shopping a passing thought — but that’s about it…
Muddy’s Guide to Great Non-Fiction Reads

I love getting books for Christmas — and here’s a list of 10 non-fiction books that the good folk at David’s Bookshop in Letchworth suggest would make great gifts. You might even want to pop one or two on your own list for Santa. Assuming you’ve been good, that is…

Muddy Reads Fabulous Fiction

Whether it’s something smart-sounding to recommend your book club reads, or something juicy to curl up with on a chilly evening, or even something to give as a gift, here’s just the list to choose from. The literary lovelies at Chorleywood Bookshop have impeccable taste, and they’ve shared their top ten with us — just in time for Christmas too…
It’s behind you! The Muddy Herts Panto Guide 2016

It’s that time of year again! Forget tinsel and mince pies, forget fake snow and wrapping paper. Nothing says Christmas like a girlie slapping her thighs and pretending to be a chap — and a middle-aged bloke with a beard in a dress….

Hertford Theatre’s first Craft Fair

It’s that time of the year when Christmas fairs and craft fairs are popping up all over — some more… how can I put it…? some more, er, appealing than others. This one’s caught my eye, though, and a quick peek at the artists and craftsfolk who’ll be there looks promising. Very promising indeed….
Which ad rings your Christmas bell this year?

I know, I know, it’s only the middle of November, but there’s really no denying what’s looming, tinsel-clad, on the horizon. Yup, it’s that most wonderful time of the year again — and, like a host of angelic heralds, here come the Christmas ads on the telly. Amber, down in Muddy Surrey, is glued to the screen…

Get crafty in time for Christmas…

I can’t help noticing that crafty types love this time of year — and before you know it, they’re whipping up something lovely and tasteful to hang on the door or pop on the mantlepiece. I wish I was one of those people. If you, like me, need a bit of guidance in the arts-and-crafts department, here are some workshops going on round the county to get you all festive and fabulous….