Have you always wondered how the Village Tribune is created? Here is your opportunity to spend a day with the Editor, Tony Henthorn, and create an article of your choice for inclusion in a future edition of The Tribune.

Destress with a 30 minute Swedish back massage followed by a 30 minute holistic facial tailored to your skin type with Sarah Emily Holistics, 1c West Street, Helpston.

High Locks Deeping St James
37x27cm
Mount size
45x35cm
Painted in 2018

Take an adventure through history and immerse yourselves in the history of England from prehistoric times to the modern day with the English Heritage Membership for the whole family. Stroll in the stunning Elizabethan Garden at Kenilworth Castle – a garden created to seduce a Queen – or marvel at the spectacular Art Deco Eltham Palace. Hang out with Romans at Hadrian’s Wall or try ghost hunting at Battle Abbey. With over 400 fascinating sites to visit, all with unlimited access for two adults and up to six kids per adult, there's something for all ages and tastes with this membership! In addition to this, there are events exclusively for members, including behind-the-scenes tours, historical walks, and hands-on experiences and workshops. You’ll also receive your Members’ Magazine four times a year, updating you on offers and giving inspiring ideas of where to visit next.

What's included?

One year's membership for two adults and up to six accompanying children per adult to English Heritage
Benefits include:
Unlimited access to over 400 historic places
Free entry for up to six children per adult
Free English Heritage handbook worth £10.95
Free or reduced price entry to events
Exclusive members magazine
Members rewards – exclusive special offers on great brands
What do I need to know?

All our vouchers are fully flexible and can be redeemed against our huge range of experiences
Your voucher is valid for two adults and up to six accompanying children per adult
All accompanying children must be under the age of 18 years
Please allow 21 days after application for your membership pack and cards to arrive
The recipient will receive a voucher that they must register online. They will then be sent their membership pack

Relish some relaxation time with a spa day for two at a Bannatyne Health Club, including 40 minutes of treatments and lunch for two. Each Bannatyne Spa offers modern facilities ranging from state-of-the-art gyms to serene swimming pools, and with locations across the UK, you’re sure to find one to suit you. Take advantage of the facilities before heading to a private treatment room for three treatments each, chosen from a selection of tempting options including a mini back massage, ELEMIS Best Foot Forward treatment and Welcome Touch facial. For the finishing touch to the day, savour a delicious one-course lunch for two with a hot drink each. What bliss!

What's included?

A spa day for two people at Bannatyne
Full access to the spa and leisure facilities
Choose from the following 40-minute treatment packages:
ELEMIS Best Foot Forward, Scalp Massage and Hand & Arm Massage
Mini Back Massage, ELEMIS Best Foot Forward and Scalp Massage
Welcome Touch Facial, Swedish Hand & Arm Massage and ELEMIS Best Foot Forward
A delicious one-course lunch for two and a hot drink each
A £10 spa retail voucher per person (minimum spend £40)
What do I need to know?

Available Sunday–Friday, year round
Minimum age: 18 years
Please bring gym clothes, trainers and swimwear. Spa Spa bag hire charges vary by location, starting from £10 per person. This fee includes a robe, towel, flip-flops, and bag. The flip-flops and bag are yours to keep at the end of your spa day. This fee is non-refundable. Additionally, a refundable deposit is required for any spa bag provided, starting from £10 per person. This deposit will be refunded upon the return of the robe and towel at the end of your spa day. Alternatively, guests may bring their own robe, towel, and footwear
You must present your voucher on the day of attending your booking
Treatment time includes collection from and to the waiting area, a consultation, undress/redress and 35 minutes of 'hands-on' treatment time
Bannatyne operates a cashless payment system, so please bring a debit/credit card or contactless payment device to make any purchases on the day
Bannatyne operates a 48hr amendment policy
Please inform the venue of any dietary requirements upon booking
If any guest has a medical condition, allergies or has had any medical treatments (including surgery) within the last six months please refer here
Further information on current location guidelines can be found here
All dates are subject to availability

Helpston Lawn Tennis Club is a community treasure located in the heart of Helpston village.

With two well-maintained grass courts, a welcoming clubhouse (with a basic kitchen and toilet), and a quiet setting flanked by horse fields, our club is a haven for tennis enthusiasts of all levels.

Open May through September, we offer LTA-affiliated coaching, engaging social events, an end of season tournament and more.

Whether you're a tennis veteran or picking up a racket for the first time, everyone is welcome.

A standard single chimney sweep to be completed by 31st August 2025.

2 tickets for Peterborough United first home game of 2025/26 season, date to be confirmed.

A digital artwork created from multiple photographs taken at Castor Hanglands on a beautiful sunny day in early summer, when the trees were full of fresh leaves. Part of a Fine Art Print series celebrating our local countryside. The print is approximately A4, dimensions inc mount 12" x 16"

Make your own choice of 12 beers from the extensive Bowlers Beer range available at the time of choosing.
Bowler’s Brewery, based in The Deepings near Peterborough, produces premium quality bottle and keg conditioned beers, inspired by traditional British ales and US craft beers. Predominantly vegan friendly, they use local suppliers, but more than anything they just like to produce beer that simply tastes great!

We’re excited to offer one lucky winner a £100 voucher to use towards any therapy across My Therapist Online (MTO) – a trusted UK-based platform that matches you to the best therapist for your unique mental health needs.

Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, relationship issues, or simply want to invest in your emotional well-being, MTO is here to help.
All therapy is online and confidential
- Access highly qualified CBT therapists, psychologists & counsellors
- For individuals, couples, families & young people
- Personalised therapist matching – get the right support, faster
- A service built for real-life – flexible, compassionate, and effective

Founded by accredited CBT, EMDR therapist, and anxiety disorders specialist Lisa Johnston, MTO is committed to making therapy accessible, high-quality, and tailored to you. We have over 150 therapists (Clinical Psychologists, Counselling Psychologists, CBT therapists, EMDR Therapists and Counsellors) to choose from, so we can help you access a specialist in any mental health problem. 

Use your voucher towards any therapy session with a therapist of your choice on our site.

Learn more about us at www.mytherapistonline.co.uk

House, Gardens & Play Annual Pass for 2 adults and 3 children

Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea for four people at The Granary Tea Room at Scotsman's Lodge.
Cream Tea will include sandwiches, pork pie, cake and scones plus tea or coffee

Spend an hour at Willowbrook Farm Shop learning how sausages are made and come home with six of your very own!
Date & time to suit both yourself and Willowbrook

One of the deuxieme Grand Cru classes from the St Julien region of Bordeaux.
2000 was a particularly fabulous year for Bordeaux so 25 years on should drink beautifully - or it could be kept for a little longer.

Chillington Camden Classic Wheelbarrow and shovel. This can be viewed on the day

You're never too young to make a will. Don't leave things to chance - let Liberty Estate Planning draw up a simple will for one person to ensure peace of mind.

Duck Cottage is a beautiful, recently refurbished three bedroom cottage in the charming village of South Creake near Burnham Market.
Spend a week enjoying the beaches, the shops and the restaurants that are so plentiful in that part of the world. Two dogs allowed.
Available for one of the following weeks only : a)10th - 17th Oct 25 , b)17th - 24th Oct 25, c)31st - 7th Nov 25, d)7th - 14th Nov 25, e)14th - 21st Nov 25, f)5th Dec - 12th Dec 25, g)12th Dec - 19th Dec
To see further details of the cottage visit http://www.norfolkhideaways.co.uk

81 piece tool set

81 piece tool set

3 jars of locally homemade Seville orange marmalade. Made in Feb 2025

CHRISTMAS IS COMING!
Let me make your well matured traditional 8ins fruit Christmas Cake.
No nuts but plenty of brandy.
Covered in white or yellow marzipan (your choice) and white fondant icing or royal icing - again your choice.
Simply decorated

Gardening - 4 hours lightweight gardening. To be used
by 31st October 2025. Reserve of £80

Would you like some help starting off your own research into your family roots? I will provide you with handy hints and tips as well as starting your journey by producing your 5-generation family tree on Ancestry.com.

The 5 generations are:
Yourself
Parents x 2
Grand Parents x 4
Great Grand Parents x 8
Great, Great Grand Parents x 16

Free family pass for the Find The Flock (Shaun the Sheep) Trail (1 adult and up to 3 children or 2 adults and 2 children).
Peterborough Cathedral
Dates: 29th July 2025 - 2nd August 2025
19th August 2025 to 23rd August 2025.

Skimming stones is a lovely small three bedroom cottage in the village of North Creake a few miles from Burnham Market, Norfolk. It is suitable for 4 adults and two school age children (bunk beds). Unfortunately we do not allow pets.

The property is available any week in November 2025 or the first two weeks of December 2025. To see more details regarding the property visit the Norfolk Hideaways website and search for Skimming Stones, North Creake, or use this link https://www.norfolkhideaways.co.uk/burnham-market-surrounding-villages/north-creake-holiday-cottages/skimming-stones

Book the Helpston & Etton Village Hall for your event or party for 6 hours
(Please note under 21 parties are only permitted for village residents)

Will Thompson is a local Helpston Artist working in acrylic and watercolour. Many of his works feature local scenes and portraits.

Will is offering you half a day personal tuition and help for up to 4 people at his studio in Helpston. Reserve price £100

Mint condition, still in box, 1988 'Pirelli' calendar. This iconic collectable calendar is signed by Miss June. Reserve price £50.00

Painting Commission - your choice of subject. Landscape, house, portrait, animals or abstract. Reserve price £300.

Will Thompson is a local Helpston Artist working in acrylic and watercolour. Many of his works feature local scenes and portraits. Will is offering to do a commission on a subject of your choice.

We are fortunate that one of our Silent Auction donors meticulously searches out and purchases quality wines for major companies. He has generously donated a carefully selected choice of 12 premium wines from around the world - eight red and four white - the retail value being around £200.
Red Wines
Marlborough Lake Chalice - The Nest Merlot 2020
Dama de Roca Carnacha
Echeverria Reserva 2023
Primitivo di Manduria
Chateau Oumsyiat Mijana
Jim Barry The Forger Shiraz 2020
Jim Barry Lodge Hill Shiraz
Dogajolo Toscana

White Wines
Saint Claire 2023 Sauvignon
Swartland Chenin Blanc
Clos Clare Riesling
Saint Clair Pioneer Block Chardonnay

Jo Leonard has very kindly donated 3 hours of her time to carry out sewing alterations - this would equate to 5 pairs of trousers shortened or 3 skirts altered or other alterations which can be agreed.

Eric Siecker is once again offering a days fishing experience - a very popular lot over the past two years. All tackle and refreshments provided and you can choose between a day 'piking' on board Eric's boat or a day at Horseshoe Lake (Wansford) fishing for Carp!

An original water colour painted by Peter Scott of the iconic DSJ Signal box
40 x 30 cms
Unmounted or framed