03/10/2025
October is, without a doubt, one of my favourite months. There’s a crispness in the air, the kind that makes pulling on a jumper feel like a small luxury! As it’s the season for slowing down and soaking it all in, I’ve put together a few of my favourite ways to make the most of autumn this year.
Of course, we kick it off with autumn’s finest flavours. I just love menu changes at this time of year and the heartwarming richness of autumnal dishes. One of the great things about our Freespirit sites is that all the menus are so varied – no two are the same. There is also the cosy puddings, which never quite hit the same at any other time of year.
Slowing down and sitting in front of the fire with a glass of red wine. Sometimes, it really is about the simple things in life, and this is something that is hard to beat after a crisp autumn walk or a long day at the office. All of our pubs have open fires so really, it’s just about taking your pick.
Now I must be honest, I am personally not a Halloween lover – but I do love seeing how much enjoyment the kids get from it. The pumpking picking, the trick of treating, they just love it don’t they!
I also wanted to take a moment this week to thank everyone who came along to support the opening of The George last Saturday. There was a wonderful atmosphere and the team really did the most fantastic job. I am so excited to see this site grow over the next 6 months or so.
Big Love
Mark