Really Nice Stuff

Really Nice Stuff

Indulgent treats, bakes and delights from our home kitchen. No catch, just really nice stuff...

24/03/2024

Moooooooooooorning all!

Stuck in hospital and thought, what better way of celebrating than taking one of those feeling-sorry-selfies ๐Ÿ˜

We've been a little bit under the weather that last couple of weeks which brought us down to sunny Salford last week...and so the medical mystery tour continues, as does the hospital stay.
I know we still have lots of messages to reply to and have let quite a few people down ๐Ÿซค Just to say you we'll be back back on our feet as soon as we can and just to give us a little time ๐Ÿ™‚

In the meantime, look after each other and we'll be seeing you allllllllll soooooooooooooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

29/02/2024

Moooooooorning stuffers ๐Ÿฅณ

THIS WEEK:-

Middleton Crafts & Food Market @ MIDDLETON MASONIC HALL FROM 10AM to 3PM

Just another week of being bowled over by the support and general do-goodery from you hungry horace's ๐Ÿ˜‹ I know its been said before many a time, but we really do appreciate just how busy you keep us and how much you love our Really Nice Stuff ๐Ÿ˜ The feedback is overwhelmingly positive and with you all still buying our clobber whilst introducing your Really Nice mates is just the best feeling in the world โค๏ธ

This week we'll be rocking the tasty stuff at the ever popular Middleton Crafts and Food Market at the mighty Middleton Masonic Hall.
This event really is a home away from home for us- the shere selection of unique gifts and friendly faces that keep good folk like yourselves returning ๐Ÿ˜ This Sunday promises to be no different, with a selection of around 30 established and local businesses peddling their finest pressies, produce and paraphernalia for your retail delight ๐Ÿฅณ

Naturally, we'll be in the bar area with a selection of the tastiest treats alongside pastry goodness, cheese and some amazing homemade preserves ๐Ÿคค
And if that weren't enough the licensed bar will be open and the kitchen will be putting on some good grub to really make your Sunday.

So pop down and see us from 10 and live your Sunday to the fullest!

Looking for something closer to Mother's day? No problem! Keep your eyes peeled for more information on our Mother's Day themed Treatboxes ๐Ÿ™‚

Have a fantastic week and we'll see you all sooooooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

25/02/2024

Happy Sunday folks!

Our good friends at the The Tandle Hill Tavern know a thing or two about belting beer and superior snacks to boot.
These Pork, Black Pudding and Smokey Bacon scotch eggs are the pinnacle or any pint accompaniment and homemade by the Mistress of Beer herself. Just one in a stable of delicious handmade, homemade delicacies ๐Ÿคค

Be sure to check out their opening hours and pop along to see what all the fuss is about, take it from us it'll be a worthwhile trip ๐Ÿบ

This is how we're spending our Sunday, how about you?

20/02/2024

Moooooooorning stuffers ๐Ÿ‘‹๐Ÿป and a very happy half-term Tuesday to you all!

THIS WEEK:-

ROYTON MARKET @ ROYTON PRECINCT FROM 9AM

As the half-term holiday fever hits the Really Nice Stuff kitchen this week, what better way to celebrate than to really pile the pressure on and make a rambunctious return to the mighty Royton Str**t Market ๐Ÿฅณ

The insurances have been certified and the oven has been fired up ๐Ÿ”ฅ We'll be putting that smiley, furry face and slightly reflective head back behind a stall to give you all an opportunity your taste buds really long for!

From 9am you'll be able to grab yourself a slice of the tastiest treats on the str**ts! Whether it's a heavenly serving of our gooey creme egg brownie, an incredibly indulgent bite of our white chocolate and bueno tiffin, or one of our classic biscoff bakes we're certain you'll find something that'll tick your treat box for the week โœ…

Keep your eyes peeled for the LIVE menu reveal Thursday morning and get there quick- once we're sold out, we're sold out!

Can't make it this week? No worries! We'll be back with our tasty treats next weekend at the massively popular Middleton Crafts & Food Market for a Mother's Day special, but we'll hear more about that next week ๐Ÿ˜Š

Give us a wave in the comments if we'll see you Thursday โค๏ธ And if not, have a fantastic week and we'll see you sooooooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

07/02/2024

Moooooooorning stuffers and a very happy Wednesday to you all ๐Ÿฅณ

THIS WEEK:

VALENTINES DAY TREATBOXES

Do you ever have those weeks where you time travel by two days and can't quite account for where they've gone? Just us then...๐Ÿ˜‚

We're off for some minor oral surgery today, which all being well should see us back at it tomorrow ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿป

We had an amazing weekend at the Middleton Crafts & Food Market and were absolutely bowled over to see sooooo many of your lovely faces! A massive thank you to all of those who came and procured a slice of something nice and of course the hard working team at the Masonic who work tirelessly to make sure every event is an absolute success ๐Ÿฅณ

It's fair to say we've definitely felt the love โค๏ธ And it would seem it's most definitely in air, so what better way to celebrate than with one of our Valentine's day themed boxes โค๏ธ๐ŸŽ
Whether you're looking for a tasty treat for your tasty treat, or some gastronomic wealth to treat yourself, or even a mouth watering snack as a pat on the back we're sure we've got something for you.

For just ยฃ14 of your English pounds you'll be able to grab a box with a sumptuous serving of the following;

โค๏ธ My Heart's a Tart- A delicate puff pastry open heartlet, generously filled with rich strawberry conserve and finished with a dark chocolate drizzle ๐Ÿคค

โค๏ธ Silky Caramel and Chocolate Cornflake Tartlet- Our own short short shortbread recipe, gently filled with a pool of our dulce inspired caramel and topped with the most indulgent chocolate covered cornflakes

โค๏ธ The Deal Breaker- It's not going to break your heart but it will almost certainly break any dietary resolutions you may have made ๐Ÿ˜ฌ Custard creams and kinder bueno, bound together with a rich white chocolate sauce and topped with a generous layer of solid white chocolate

โค๏ธ Brownie Points- Our signature gooey, rich brownie recipe stuffed with white chocolate chunks and baked low and slow for that amazingly fudgey texture. Sure to earn the brownie points from any recipient!

โค๏ธ Valentine's Kisses- Two heart shaped shortbread sandwiches, filled with a layer of soft and indulgent chocolate ganache and finished with a light dusting of icing sugar.

That's a lot of flavour for one box! Available for collection (M24) from Saturday lunchtime right up until Wednesday, or go traditional and have it delivered on Valentine's Day (subject to delivery fee) ๐Ÿ™‚

Given the popularity of our treatboxes (we already have blind pre-orders for 6) we're expecting these to fly out faster than a dozen red roses ๐Ÿ˜ฌ Be sure to drop us a message and get yours booked in today!

And whatever you do this week, do it with the best of love in your heart and we'll see you sooooooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

30/01/2024

Moooooooorning you lovely and a very Happy New Year to you alllllll ๐Ÿฅณ

THIS WEEK:

MIDDLETON CRAFTS AND FOOD MARKET- SUNDAY 4TH FEBRUARY 10-3 @ MIDDLETON MASONIC HALL

Better late than never eh? ๐Ÿ˜‚ After a brief hibernation and a delightful dance with the Tax Man we're back in the kitchen cooking up a Storm! And with food reason, for this weekend we're back in our favourite place at the Middleton Crafts & Food Market ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿฅณ

Honestly it's got to be last year since we were last behind our stall ๐Ÿ˜ฌ We cannot wait to get back with an amazing smorgasbord of flavour sensations to blow away the cobwebs from those taste buds and treat them to a journey like no other!
As ever, the list of talent is just outstanding with over 30 local food and crafty folk with an eclectic mix of gifts, homewares and tasty makes to really make your day! And as if that wasn't enough the pop up Kitchen will be pumping out some belting cuisine, alongside some rather tasty homemade cakes ๐Ÿฐ

We've got quite a few bookings for the year already that we're really excited to share with you over the next few weeks- keep your eyes peeled ๐Ÿ‘€

But in the meantime stay safe, have a fantastic week and we'll see you sooooooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

Photos from Grandma Godfreyโ€™s Deli's post 09/12/2023

This year has been an absolute BALL! We've never quite had an order book like it ๐Ÿ™‚ So much so we've had to take a swerve on our festive hampers this Christmas... HOWEVER, if you're still wanting something delicious, homemade and quality that will blow your socks off this is where we'd be going! Another outstanding local business producing some of the most sensational food we've ever tasted ๐Ÿคค

Get in touch with Grandma Godfreyโ€™s Deli- the only disappointment you'll feel is that you didn't order another for yourself ๐Ÿ˜

Photos from Really Nice Stuff's post 07/12/2023

Moooooooorning Stuffers and a very happy THURSDAY to you all!

These posts are getting later and later in the week ๐Ÿ˜‚ I think it's fair to say we're operating at full capacity at the minute with so many of you keeping us incredibly busy ๐Ÿ˜ But hold the press while we tell you about the fantastic opportunity you'll have to grab your slice of the action this week!

Tonight, from 5pm, the amazing folk at The Lancashire Fold are throwing a feverishly-festive Christmas Lights Switch on and we're proper chuffed to have front row seats! Not only that, there'll be an eclectic and varied selection of stalls selling some gorgeous gifts, perfect pressies and good grub for your convenience!
Plus we'll be there with our tastiest treats on the str**ts, providing the perfect accompaniments on your journey to the big day!

Pop down and see us for some afters this evening from 5pm ๐Ÿ˜ And if not, we'll see you very soooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

Photos from Grandma Madden's Kitchen's post 02/12/2023

As if it's been 2 years!

Mahoosive congratulations to our good friends at the very delicious Grandma Madden's Kitchen ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿฅณ

Congratulations on a fantastic milestone and we hope to see more of you soooooooooon โค๏ธ

Photos from Really Nice Stuff's post 30/11/2023

Moooooooorning Stuffers and a very happy THURSDAY ๐Ÿคฏ to you all!

THIS WEEK:-

ROYTON CHRISTMAS LIGHT SWITCH ON- SATURDAY 2ND DECEMBER @ ROYTON PRECINCT from 3.30PM

MIDDLETON CRAFTS AND FOOD MARKET- SATURDAY 2ND AND SUNDAY 3RD DECEMBER Middleton Masonic Hall FROM 10AM TO 3PM

As time slips through our fingers like the finest flour known to man we carry on the journey toward the big day! And what better stop off to make along the way than these two absolutely fantastic events that we're thrilled to be a part of this week! Let's have a look see ๐Ÿ‘€

On Saturday we'll be hosting a stall back on familiar territory and with some good company, as we get gears up for the Royton Christmas Light Switch On ๐Ÿฅณ
With Ukuleles, singy sing songs, dancers from a massively talented local dance school AND a variety of stalls- it's looking absolutely amazing packed. Plus the big man will be making an appearance with his sleigh ๐ŸŽ…๐Ÿป
And as if that wasn't enough, we'll be there with a selection of your tastiest treats on the str**ts to really give your taste buds the experience they deserve ๐Ÿ˜

AND THEN, all weekend at the Middleton Masonic Hall will be the mahoosively popular Middleton Crafts & Food Market for their sensational Christmas Fair ๐Ÿฅณ
Be sure to pop over to the FB page and check out some of the talent that will be at your convenience and pleasure across two fun-filled days.
We'll be there Sunday with our taste sensations and all of the smiles ๐Ÿ˜ Alongside the fully licensed bar and pop up Kitchen you'll be able to snaffle a slice of some delicious Victoria Sponge, Coffee Cake or even a mince pie with a mulled wine ๐Ÿท
With ample parking and wallet-pleasing free entry what better way could you spend your time?!

Whatever you do this weekend, wrap up and we'll see you soooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

22/11/2023

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Always late but worth the wait!

There are 12 boxes available, with limited availability for local delivery on Friday 24th November (in time for the weekend ๐Ÿฅณ) or collection from the home kitchen @ M24!

For just 12 of your hard earned pounds (ยฃ12), you can snaffle yourself a box with a selection of the following slices:

ยฎ Nutella Bake- A cheeky portion of Oreos blended with Nutella and set into a smooth, soft biscuit base topped with white chocolate and crushed Oreos.

ยฎ Naughty Caramel Brownie- Our very delectable in house caramel, sandwiched between a layer of gooey cookie dough, and topped with a layer of squidgy didgy brownie. Nice and soft, nice and smooth, nice and naughty ๐Ÿคค

ยฎ Chocolate Orange Brownie- Our classic gourmet brownie soaked in orange essence, studded with milk chocolate chunks and topped with an orange chocolate drizzle.

ยฎ White Chocolate and Raspberry Flapjack- The classic! Grandma's soft and gooey flapjack recipe, studded with white chocolate and raspberries and topped with a layer of white chocolate drizzle.

ยฎ Nutella and White Chocolate Cookie Pie- Set your Oof to the max! Our soft vanilla milk chocolate chunk cookie dough, marbled with a mixture of white chocolate spread and Nutella. Enjoyed as it is but lusted after warm ๐Ÿคค๐Ÿคค

Drop us a direct message to get your order in- these boxes of happiness will absolutely fly out! Payment to be made ahead of collection/ delivery (we'll send you a posh payment link from our card processor) and no subs or swaps this time ๐Ÿ™‚ Not that you'll want to- we guarantee no other box will blow off your socks quite like ours ๐Ÿ˜

Cheeeeeeeeeeeeers peoples ๐Ÿ™‚ See you soooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

21/11/2023

Moooooooorning stuffers and very happy Tuesday to you all!

THIS WEEK:-

TREAT BOXES FOR THE WEEKEND

OLDHAM CATS CHRISTMAS FAIR @ MIDDLETON MASONIC HALL

We had the most AMAZING weekend at the Hard Grafting Geeks Collective Comic Con and Toy Fair ๐Ÿฅณ It hard to even know where to begin! Bumblebee was just one of the many cosplayers enjoying our Really Nice Stuff, and you lovely lot didn't disappoint either. We were run ragged for a good chunk of the day and sold up by half 3 ๐Ÿคฏ A massive thank you to all the cosplayers, organisers and if course Amanda J Rix and her team of dedicated staff at the mighty Middleton Masonic Hall.

So, let's talk about this week!

We're going to crack open the treat box train and it'll be pulling in at a station near you very soon, with the flavour carriages full to bursting. Keep your peepers peeled for more details this evening! They'll be a limited run this week, so once they're gone, they're gone ๐Ÿ™‚

Then this Sunday we'll be absent from the Oldham Cats Christmas Fair as we do the family tango, BUT the very kind folk of The Masonic Hall have selflessly agreed to host a number of our bakes available from the bar, alongside their gathering of traditional cakes ๐Ÿฅณ
You'll be able to snaffle from a selection of our Really Nice Stuff and enjoy the seasonal shopping experience whilst also supporting the massively worthwhile cause that is Oldham Cats ๐Ÿˆ

Don't forget, the sublime Shell Coffee will also be carrying a selection of made-without-gluten goodies at Coffee Bar 2nine2, including our very popular take on a classic Victoria Sponge ๐Ÿคค

So there we have it, another week with some fantastic opportunities to grab yourself a slice of the action. As ever, big love for the continued support- without all of you we really be heading where we are ๐Ÿ™‚

Have a fantastic week and see you sooooooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

Help raise ยฃ250 to Help families over the Christmas period that rely on food banks for support. 17/11/2023

Our friend at This Manc Can Eat has very selflessly put together an absolute banger of a funding campaign to give the Food Bank at The Lighthouse Project in Middleton a much needed boost to the stocks for this festive period.

If you're able to, please donate whatever you can. Even the smallest amount can make such a big difference this Christmas. And be sure to give the big eaty Manc a pat on the back for helping to restore faith in the community that cares when it really matters ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘

Help raise ยฃ250 to Help families over the Christmas period that rely on food banks for support. Weสผre raising money to Help families over the Christmas period that rely on food banks for support.. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

14/11/2023

Helloooooooooo stuffers and very happy Tuesday to you all ๐Ÿฅณ

THIS WEEK:-

MIDDLETON CHRISTMAS MINI CIN AND TOY FAIR - SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER 11AM TO 5PM @ Middleton Masonic Hall

As 9 weeks has absolutely flown by, our time at the massively popular The Cake Hole at Lodge pop-up comes to an end ๐Ÿฅณ We had an absolute ball during our time with the Lodge family and we're absolutely thrilled about just how popular it was! A massive thank you has to go out to The Ice Cream Shop at Lodge and ar Kaz at The Community Store at Lodge for having us as their neighbours, and of course everyone else at Team Lodge for their massive support and encouragement. We will be returning to the Lodge for their Christmas Craft Fair event, details which we'll drop in good time ๐Ÿ™‚

There's definitely a lot to unpack and think about for the future. But in the meantime, it's back to business as usual at Really Nice Stuff HQ. And that means having a look see at your next opportunity to grab a slice of the action!

In the summer there was this amazing event organised by Hard Grafting Geeks Collective that saw Middleton Masonic Hall host it's first ever Comic Con in the area. It was an absolute roaring success, with so many of you telling us how much you'd enjoyed it and what a r**t good day out it was for the whole family โค๏ธ Don't remember? Well worry not for your time has come again!
This SUNDAY from 11am we'll be at the Middleton Christmas Mini Con and Toy Fair and we've got to say we're pretty excited ๐Ÿ˜ With over 30 stalls all peddling the finest of wares including themed artwork, industry memorabilia AND some of our finest Really Nice Stuff, it genuinely is a no brainer! Just like last time, there'll be photo opportunities a plenty and a chance for you and your children (or just you) to meet some of the best cosplayers we've ever met!

Pop down to the Masonic this Sunday from 11am to 5pm and make a day of it โค๏ธ

In the meantime we'll get cracking and get some more dates on upcoming, exciting events where we'll be waiting with a smile to see you as always ๐Ÿ™‚
Whatever you do this week, make sure it involves cake and we'll see you sooooooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

Photos from Middleton Crafts & Food Market's post 07/11/2023

Remember when Hard Grafting Geeks Collective put on that amazing comic con, hosted by Middleton Masonic Hall that time?

Wanna do it again with a Christmas twist? ๐Ÿ˜

SUNDAY 19TH NOVEMBER sees HGGC return with another fantastic event to see in the festive season. With a surprising selection of talented cosplayers, photo opportunities, more than 30 traders including a variety of memorabilia wares AND some of the tastiest fayre in town from the Masonic pop-up kitchen.

And maybe some cake ๐Ÿฐ

Excited much? Get it in your diary and don't miss out ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿฅณ๐Ÿฅณ

Photos from Really Nice Stuff's post 31/10/2023

Moooooooorning stuffers and a very happy Tuesday to you all!

THIS WEEK

The Cake Hole at Lodge - CLOSED

SUNDAY 5TH NOVEMBER - Middleton Crafts & Food Market 10am to 3pm

What. A. Rush!
After hundreds of voluntary and planning hours, cups of tea and ticket sales, Middleton Scarefest has drawn to a close for another year. As the things that go bump in the night return to from whence they came and the Mill devolves back to its original state, we're happy to chalk this year's festivities up to an overwhelming success! Thank you to all of you who came and spent local pennies. Whether it was with one of the outstanding small businesses, with the bar or even on the tour, your support means the world to everyone there. It wouldn't be a success without you, so thank you โค๏ธ

After weeks of prep and opening a cake shop and continuing to fulfill the absolute wealth of private orders and supplying our growing list of business customers...we're taking a well earned rest this week. The Cake Hole at Lodge will remain closed this week while we take a breath ๐Ÿฅด
We'll return to our cozy little comfort zone on Wednesday 8th November ๐Ÿ™‚ We're incredibly grateful for all the support we've had with our adventure so far and we're thrilled to continue taking things to the next level!

BUT, worry not as you'll still have an opportunity to grab your fill of our Really Nice Stuff and a slice of the action at the ever popular Middleton Craft and Food Market ๐Ÿฅณ This Sunday 5th November Really Nice Mother will be back behind the stall, commanding at her fingertips a positively pleasant plethora of sweet treats and delicious delights. As ever, she'll be in the good company of a large coven of crafters, each offering unique gifts, homeware or makes to make you squeal with delight! Maybe jewelry from the very talented Alternate Image, something fun from Adorable Creations By Sarah, or even a mahoosively tasty bit of pastry from the lovely Shell Coffee you'll leave with a spring in your step and will have put a big smile on the face of a small business.
With some bloomin' scrummy traditional cakes being served on the bar, alongside a good selection of hot and cold drinks AND a seasonal menu from the pop-up kitchen, your gastronomic needs will be met wholesale.
Pop down and join the party from 10am this Sunday.

Whatever you do this week, do it with all the grace of an inebriated patron smashing through 12 artificial Christmas trees in Kanky's Pet Cemetery ๐Ÿ˜ฌ and we'll see you sooooooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

(Exhibit A. The delectable and chiseled features of the legendary graverobber, Old Kanky, from this year's Middleton Scarefest as played by Mrs Gee's Baby Boy)

28/10/2023

Just one of the amazing traders at the Middleton Scarefest small business pop-up this evening ๐Ÿฅณ
You'll be able to see and buy a selection of Adorable Creations By Sarah from her eclectic and broad range of goodies.
She's also one of the nicest people you'll ever talk to!

Pop along to The Engine House at Lodge from 4.30pm to see Sarah and more handpicked, wonderfully talented local crafters and trades to Rick that retail therapy box โœ… You won't find a better way to support your local small business community on a Saturday Night.

And whilst you're there...stop for a bite of hot homemade food, grab a drink from the pop up bar and soak in the atmosphere that is Middletons very own Scarefest ๐Ÿ’€

What a busy weekend we have ahead! Night one of Middleton Scarefest was brilliant, let's see what tomorrow brings! ๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป๐ŸŽƒ

26/10/2023

It's nearly Fright-day stuffers and that can only mean one thing...

SCAREFEST 2023 is finally up on us ๐Ÿฆ‡๐Ÿง›โ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿชฆโšฐ๏ธโ˜ ๏ธ The transformation has come to a terrifying conclusion ๐Ÿ’€

From 4.30pm both today and tomorrow, the Mill will host a gathering of grizzlies, haunts and general not-rights. And that's just those of you with tour tickets! ๐Ÿ˜ฌ

While the Mill offers all things frightful, The Engine House at Lodge is providing sanctuary from things that go bump in the night (and the British Weather) with a whole host of brilliance ๐Ÿฅณ AND it's all inside under the cover of this enchanting space!
So walk with us (digitally for now) and let's take a peak at what's on offer...

๐ŸŽƒ LOCAL ARTISAN STALLHOLDERS
Back by popular demand, the good folk of the Lodge have managed to book some absolutely belting local crafts-people and trades to come and offer their finest wares for your convenience and delight. With a gaggle of local, independent and skilled traders there really isn't a better way to support local business this weekend. Whether it's a handmade and unique gift from the Lodges very own The Community Store at Lodge , themed bakes from yours truly and Really Nice Mother, or one of the other amazing small businesses. There'll be something for all tastes and budgets ๐Ÿ‘Œ

๐ŸŽƒ LICENSED POP UP BAR
The very talented Kelsey and Friends will be on hand to quench your thirst with a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, including some aptly named cocktails! Stay for long enough and she'll tell you that joke she knows ๐Ÿ˜

๐ŸŽƒ FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD
We know you're going to work up an appetite. That's why there'll be a solid selection of tasty homemade fayre on offer. It looks good, it tastes good and it makes a soul happy. Firsthand experience over in this corner ๐Ÿคค๐Ÿคค

๐ŸŽƒ FANCY DRESS COMPETITION
Because it wouldn't be Halloween times without dress up ๐Ÿ‘—Come along in your most creative and themed threads to enter the competition. See the re-shared post for timings ๐Ÿ‘

๐ŸŽƒ CARVED PUMPKIN COMPETITION
Been busy whittling away at this year's pumpkin or scraped and scored a seasonal squash? Bring it along, showcase your terrifying talents and enter the carved pumpkin competition! See the re-shared post for timings ๐Ÿ‘

This community event makes for a fun packed and wholesome evening for all ages and walks of life. When we say there's something for everyone, we really mean it โค๏ธ

Forget the misery of pumpkin picking in the rain and come in out of the cold from 4.30pm both this Friday 27th and Saturday 28th. And don't forget to tell us what an amazing time you had!

And definitely buy some cake ๐Ÿฐ ๐Ÿ˜

Scarefest Eve ! Were super excited to be welcoming you to Lodge Mill tomorrow & Saturday Evening! Hot food, craft stalls, Really Nice Stuff goodies and bar available along with fancy dress competition at 5:30 and 6:30 and a carved pumpkin comp that will be judged live on Halloween! Our scary tours start with kids tours 4:30 - 6:20 and adult scary tours 6:30 - 8:50. Very scary tour at 9pm.

Come along and join the fun ๐Ÿ‘ป ๐ŸŽƒ

Photos from Mrs K's Kaff's post 26/10/2023
23/10/2023

Moooooooorning Stuffers ๐Ÿ‘‹ And a very happy Monday to you all!

THIS WEEK

The Cake Hole at Lodge- WEDNESDAY 25th, 10AM TO 3PM

Middleton Scarefest - FRIDAY 27th and SATURDAY 28th, 4.30PM TO 9PM

We've been having an absolute SCREAM at The Cake Hole at Lodge these past few weeks. We're proper chuffed so many of you have popped down to see us at our new gaff and we're equally happy to have seen soooooooo many new faces!

We've noticed some horrifying changes to the Mill and there's no signs of it stopping. It's said that the Mill itself is a point of transition for things that don't belong in this world, or even in this timeline.
So Historic Cheapside have done what any sane community organisation would; ticketed it and turned it into one of the most successful Halloween events the area has ever seen!

Middleton Scarefest 2023 - Kanky's Returns will run this Friday 27th and Saturday 28th October ๐Ÿฅณ Year on year, hundreds of people come to enjoy this affordable, voluntary run, immersive-horror experience. With more jump scares than an episode of Most Haunted, it's the ONLY way to celebrate Halloween. With milder tours from 4.30pm and scarier tours (recommended 12a) from 6.20pm, the evening will end at 9pm with a final tour that will test even the hardiest of bladder control. The tickets are still flying out- you really don't want to miss out on this amazing experience. Be sure to message The Ice Cream Shop at Lodge and get yourselves booked in.

Which leads us very nicely into this week's schedule!

Our Cake Hole will be open on Wednesday only this week, with a taster of what you can expect on our stall this weekend.

Then Friday and Saturday get your tushes back down to the Mill, where Really Nice Mother will be serving up a haunting selection of ghoulish gourmet delights from 4.30pm. And she won't be alone, with a selection of some of the finest craft and artisan wares AND food, drink and cocktails on the ground floor in the enchanting Engine House. Whether you're Scarefesting or not, it makes for a lovely evening out that's not going to break the bank.

Whatever you find yourself doing this week, do it well and we'll see you soooooooooooooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

19/10/2023

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Moooooooorning Holers and a very seasonal Thursday gr**tings to you all!

After a brief reprieve we're back down at The Cake Hole at Lodge today until 3pm with yet ANOTHER bloomin' belting selection of the tastiest treats in town. This week, while stocks last, you'll be able to grab yourself a slice of the following

๐Ÿฐ Lemony Lemon Cake- Three tiers of the loveliest, lemonyist cake you're taste buds will ever have the pleasure of ๐Ÿ‹

๐Ÿซ Cadbury's Crunchie Tiffin- Digestive biscuit and Cadbury's Crunchie, cut with our rich dark chocolate mix and set with a generous layer of chocolate topping, more Cadbury's Crunchie and Crunchie Rocks

๐Ÿช Biscoff Bake- Biscoff biscuits, biscoff spread and a bit of magic all blended together and topped with a generous layer of Chocolate and crushed Biscoff biscuits

๐Ÿ’œ Blackcurrant Crumble Blondie- Our own Blondie Recipe studied with a delicious Blackcurrant Jam and topped with a muscovado crumble topping

๐Ÿฅ Milk Chocolate Stuffed Flapjack- Grandma's gooey flapjack recipe stuffed with milk choc chunks. Perfect for the Autumnal weather

๐ŸŒฐ Buenotella Cookie Pie- Nutella and Kinder Bueno wrapped in our soft cookie dough and baked in a pie tin for the perfect finish ๐Ÿ‘Œ (As pictured)

๐Ÿฏ Mars Bar Cookie Pie- Because why wouldn't you want a cookie filled with Mars Bar?!

This week we'll be here

Thursday 10-3
Friday 10-3
Saturday 10-1

Don't forget to get your Scarefest tickets booked for this incredible and unique experience! Do you dare to enter the Mill and see what Owd Kanky has in store? ๐Ÿ˜ฑ Pop The Ice Cream Shop at Lodge a message for more details, with tickets starting from just ยฃ5 ๐Ÿ‘ป

Have a fantastic week and we'll see you all soooooooooooooooooooon ๐Ÿ˜˜

14/10/2023

We're down at The Cake Hole until 1pm today with a selection of tasty treats to pump up your weekend!

Still plenty of Nutella Cookie Pie and Cadburys Caramel and Chocolate Cookie Pie left to see you through! Plus some more of the Millionaires topped Milk Chocolate Cookies ๐Ÿช

Pop down and see us today
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Lodge Mill
Townley Str**t
M24 1AT

We're here till 1pm ๐Ÿ˜˜

12/10/2023

Scarefest tickets from The Ice Cream Shop at Lodge ๐Ÿ‘ป
BOOK NOW!

The Autumn Equinox has passed allowing the veil to thin and darkness to reign. Something has already broken through.

You did shut that door firmly didn't you?

Photos from The Cake Hole at Lodge's post 11/10/2023

Cake Hole hoooooooooooooooooooo ๐Ÿ˜˜

10/10/2023

Eeeeeeeh up stuffers and a very grand Tuesday evening to you all!

As many of you know (and if you don't where on the planet have you been?!) We've carved out our own little corner of sunny old Middleton in the form of The Cake Hole at Lodge ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽ‰ Which is bloomin' brilliant.

Courtesy of Lodge Mill and being next door neighbour's to the amazing The Ice Cream Shop at Lodge and The Community Store at Lodge, we're part of a very up-and-coming, vibrant location that showcases the best of local historic architecture (it's in a refurbished mill) and in the heart of the local creative community.

So pretty pretty please would you mind awfully popping us a quick like over on The Cake Hole page

The Cake Hole at Lodge

That'd be greeeeaaaaaaaat โค๏ธ

And then once you've liked it, pop down and see us! The response to our opening has been overwhelming ๐Ÿฅต Our Cake Hole is open

Wednesday 10-3
Thursday 10-3
Friday 10-5
Saturday 10-1

And you can find us at Lodge Mill, Townley Str**t, M24 1AT.

In the meantime we'll still be sharing and posting from Really Nice Stuff to keep you in the loop about upcoming events and new things we're playing with in the kitchen ๐Ÿคญ

Thanks munch bunch, you really are a gaggle of really nice people!

See you sooooooooooooon โค๏ธ

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