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This weekend's Ashby events cover a wide range of entertainment and activities - there is something for everyone. This week includes: romantic Valentine's day meals, an alpaca experience, afternoon tea and more.

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Five Course Taster Menu at Twelve

Twelve in Ashby is holding a relaxed and indulgent evening on 14 February, featuring a five course tasting menu, perfect for date night.

Upon arrival, guests can enjoy a relaxed spread of crisp crackers, marinated olives, sun-dried tomatoes and sweet peppers filled with whipped feta.

Then, chose from a selection of beautifully curated canapes, starters, mains and desserts, and enjoy a relaxing, romantic evening with someone special.

Click here to view the full menu and book your spot.

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Valentine's Experience with Charnwood Forest Alpacas

For a less traditional approach to Valentine's Day, Charnwood Forest Alpacas are offering 'Alpacas, Love and Scones'.

The farm, which is located in Boundry just outside of Ashby, has curated an experience perfect for fun date or day out with your best friend.

The package includes:

• 30-minute Mini Alpaca Walk with their bandana-wearing cuties,
• Meet and greet with the pigs (the perfect photo opportunity),
• Meet the cria (baby alpacas) and learn fun facts about them,
• Optional upgrade of Afternoon Tea at £15.95 or Cream Tea at £6.95 per person.

Click here to find out more.

Charity Race Day at The Plough Inn

On Saturday 21 February, join The Plough Inn for their charity race day, with proceeds going to the Travelteer Impact Charity to help under developed communities in Sri Lanka.

The owner's daughter Lara will be visiting and working in some of the local schools later this year.

Join them for horse, dog and pig racing from 1pm, with a raffle and food and drinks.

Click here to find out more.

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Valentine's Menu at Calypso

Calypso, Ashby's new Caribbean and British bistro, have a special set menu on Saturday 14 February.

Upon arrival, guests can enjoy a choice of pink prosecco or Valentine's cocktail with baked chorizo and hot honey camembert with a selection of breads to share.

Then, sit down to a three course meal with Caribbean and English classics.

To view the full menu and book, click here.

Valentine's Week at The Courtyard

Ashby's popular The Courtyard café are making this week special with Valentine's and Galentine's treats on offer from Monday 9 to Saturday 14 February.

They have a few lovely options to enjoy, including:

• Valentine's and Galentine's Before Noon Tea - served from 9.30am to 11am,
• Valentine's and Galentine's Afternoon Tea including two hot drinks, a mocktail, a selection of hot and cold savoury treats, fruit scones with jam and cream and some romantic desserts - served from 2pm onwards

All of these must be booked in advance!

Find out more by visiting The Courtyard's Facebook page.

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Have a great weekend, from the team at Ashby Nub News!