Christmas Guide 2020

17 Thursday, 12 November, 2020

Christmas Guide 2020

Newbury Weekly News

Some ho ho ho panto jokes to lighten the mood - oh yes they will!

What’s beautiful, grey and wears glass slippers? Cinderellephant!

Who in Treasure Island has a parrot that cries ‘Pieces of four, Pieces of four’? Short John Silver!

On which side of the house did Jack’s beanstalk grow? The outside!

Christmas sorted at The Woodpecker

What did Cinderella say when the chemist lost her photographs? Someday my prints will come!

What’s the scariest pantomime? Ghouldilocks and the three bears!

I wouldn’t let that Cinderella play on my hockey team. Why not? She keeps running away from the ball!

VISIT The Woodpecker for Christmas Day lunch or book your party in their beautiful marquee. The Woodpecker is near Wash Water, just off the A34 and only three miles from Newbury. They are open seven days a week and serve popular pub food everyday. The menu includes a fantastic choice of main meals and light bites, plus the daily specials, all of which can be enjoyed in the cosy restaurant room. And if it’s just a drink and a catch-up with friends or the football, the bar is open all day and the ideal place to enjoy live sports from Sky. But do get there early if you fancy a seat on the warm, comfy sofa or near the woodburner – they are both popular spots. Take part in their Christmas raffle in aid of Ding- ley’s Promise on December 20 and a Christmas Quiz on December 16. The Woodpecker, Wash Water, Newbury, RG20 0LU T: (01635) 43027.

To be in with a chance of winning a meal for two with a bottle of wine at The Woodpecker, answer the question below and put your answer in The Woodpecker entry form on page 2. Send your entry to the address on page six. Win a meal for two with a bottle of wine Question: Which charity is The Woodpecker supporting this year ?

What kind of pet did Aladdin have? A flying car-pet!

Who’s that little girl who wears a red cape and goes round shouting ‘knickers’ at the Big Bad Wolf ? That's Little Rude Riding Hood!

Father Christmas: I like the story about the girl who steals from the rich and gives it all to Granny. Elf: That’s Little Red Robin Hood!

What’s a ghost’s favourite Christmas entertainment? A phantomime!

Why was Cinderella such a poor football player? She had a pumpkin for a coach!

Elf: My favourite film is about the man who casts spells in the middle of a swamp. Father Christmas: Thats called The Wizard of Ooze!

CHRISTMAS AT THE WOODPECKER CHRISTMAS DAY

CHRISTMAS PARTY TIME STARTERS Carrot and Coriander Soup (GF, V) Prawn and Salmon Cocktail (GF) Breaded Mushrooms Fan of Melon with Raspberry sauce (GF, VE, V) MAINS Fresh Turkey Crown (GF) Pork Loin with apple, cider brandy sauce (GF) Vegan Wellington Slice Served with Roast Potatoes or New Potatoes, Pigs in Blanket, Brussel Sprouts, Honey Roasted Parsnips and Carrots DESERTS Xmas Pudding served with Brandy Sauce Popping Bucks Fizz Cheesecake (GF, V) Belgian Chocolate and Clementine Torte (GF, VE) Crème Brulee Cheesecake Tarte (GF, V) Price Per Person 1 Course £16.95 - 2 Course £19.95 - 3 Courses £22.95 Available 23rd November till 23rd December 2020 A deposit of £10.00 per person is required when booking Pre orders are required at time of booking

STARTERS Smoked Haddock, Fishcake (GF) Spiced Parsnip and Honey Soup (V) Pork, Duck Liver and Port Pate (GF) Fan of Melon with Raspberry Sauce (GF, V, VE) MAINS Fresh Turkey Crown (GF) Glazed Salmon served with a Plum, Honey and Star Anise Sauce Rump Steak Brie and Beetroot Tart in a Kale Pastry (GF, V) Served with Roast Potatoes or New Potatoes, Pigs in Blanket, Brussel Sprouts, Honey Roasted Parsnips and Carrots DESSERTS Xmas Pudding Served with Brandy Sauce Truffle Torte with a Gold Shimmering Profiterole served with Vanilla Pod Ice-cream Belgian Chocolate & Clementine Torte served with Orange Sorbet (GF) Sherry Trifle Cheesecake served with Raspberry Sorbet

Cheese and Biscuits (extra £5.00) Followed by Coffee and Mince Pies

Price Per Person £54.50 Children’s Price £29.75 A deposit of £10.00 per person is required when booking Pre orders are required before middle of November

Wash Common, Newbury, RG20 0LU. Tel: 01635 43027