Why Mitchells Dairy Help our Heroes

Last month, we threw our weight behind the Help for Heroes Colossal Cake Sale and we are delighted to say that, thanks to the generosity of our customers, we raised £153.07 for the charity.

Following that terrific effort, we were once again delighted to support Help for Heroes at last weekend's Cocktails, Clothes and Cakes event at Meldrum House Country Hotel and Golf Course.

Set amidst beautiful countryside just a few short miles from Aberdeen, The 4 Gold Star Meldrum is one of Scotland's finest luxury hotels - and fortunately for everyone in attendance, the sun shone throughout.

It was a lovely afternoon with fashion shows by local businesses, a fantastic cocktail reception and afternoon tea, and the event raised well in excess of £3300 for Help for Heroes, which is a magnificent effort by everyone involved.

Help for Heroes do some amazing work for our wounded soldiers and their families, and we wanted to let you know why Mitchells Dairy support this thoroughly deserving charity.

As well as other friend and family connections with the forces, Judy's step-aunt, Louise Bennet, has three sons who are currently serving, or have previously been in the Royal Marines, and she sends thousands of buns to British troops in Afghanistan.

Louise has dispatched around 68,000 buns, and currently sends out 450 per week to 12 addresses; 11 in Afghanistan and one to Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Five of the current dispatches go to 2 SCOTS, who are in various areas of Afghanistan. 

You can read more about 'Louby Lou’s Buns of Mass Production', the nickname given to them by Terry Wogan after she sent him a batch when he did the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show, in this article in The Daily Mail.

You can also watch Louise talking about her 'Buns of Mass Production' on STV's The Hour, with Darius Campbell and Michelle McManus below.

It is through Louise that we got to hear of Help for Heroes, and since then, Judy's dad and step mum have held two garden parties in recent years to fundraise, which has raised over £15,000 for the charity.

So, to cut a long story short, this is why we jumped at the chance to be part of Meldrum House’s event and take part in the Help for Heroes Colossal Cake Sale!

We would love to hear your stories about why you support Help for Heroes, or indeed, why you support any particular charity. As usual, you can let us know on this blog post, or on Facebook or Twitter.

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Midweek at Meldrum

Do you want to enjoy the enviable heritage of the North East of Scotland while enjoying exceptional hospitality and outstanding cuisine? If so, Meldrum House Country Hotel & Golf Course's 'Midweek at Meldrum' offer could be perfect for you.

Set amidst beautiful countryside just a few short miles from Aberdeen, The 4 Gold Star Meldrum is one of Scotland's finest luxury hotels - and Mitchells Dairy are delighted to be playing a small part in their fantastic midweek offer.

Available between 1st April and 30th September 2013, Monday to Thursday only, 'Midweek at Meldrum' includes:

• Two nights' accommodation in an executive room
• Full Scottish breakfast.
• Entry and guided tour of Fyvie Castle
• A 'wee' tasting tour of Glen Garioch Distillery
• One of our very own luxury Mitchells Dairy hampers to take home

For just £275 per couple based on two sharing a twin / double executive room for two nights, we really think this is a fantastic offer - and if you do decide to visit Aberdeenshire, make sure you take some time out your trip to come to Inverurie and pop in to Mitchells.

The Dairy Tearoom is an ideal stop for lunch or a snack, and with two free hours in our customer car park, you will have plenty of time to wander around and have a look at our wide range of local produce, including whiskies.

We also offer takeaways and, by arrangement, can make up picnic food and platters for picnics and days out.

If you want to take advantage of Meldrum House Country Hotel & Golf Course's Midweek at Meldrum offer, you can book now on +44 (0)1651 872 294 or email: enquiries@meldrumhouse.com.

If you want to find out more about Mitchells, simply call into the shop, phone 01467 621389 or email at info@mitchells-scotland.com.

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