Our Blog

There are always interesting things going on at The Quirky Teapot, and more generally at Staplehurst Grange and on 'the farm'. So from time to time we will write a blog about it. Simple.

thequirkyteapotiow

Dec 71 min read

Quirky Teapot News

Antiques Road Trip Visit

Hosting the presenters of The Antiques Roadtrip when they visited TQT.

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Steve Elford

Nov 292 min read

Christmas in the 1940s

As we run up to celebrate Christmas on 2024, our thoughts go back to what the festive season was like in the 1940s. It was a unique...

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Great Success at St Peter's Church Event

Steve Elford

Jun 251 min read

Events

Great Success at St Peter's Church Event

On Sunday 23 June 2024, we went along and supported the St Peter's Church Garden event at Seaview, Isle of Wight. We set up a stall and...

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Tea Tales from WWII: Brewing History in Every Cup!

Steve Elford

Jun 173 min read

Historic Interest

Tea Tales from WWII: Brewing History in Every Cup!

After we enjoyed the D-Day Celebrations, we were reminded of the role tea had played throughout WWII. At The Quirky Teapot, we not only...

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Steve Elford

Apr 271 min read

Events

A Taste of Cyprus

Two great events coming up at TQT are our Greek food evenings from A Taste of Cyprus. Dates are 11 May and 29th of June 2024 – you can...

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Post-WWII Social Life in the UK: A Groovy Journey

Steve Elford

Apr 82 min read

Historic Interest

Post-WWII Social Life in the UK: A Groovy Journey

The war was over, but its impact lingered, shaping society in unexpected ways. Let's dive into the swinging '50s and '60s to see how...

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Steve Elford

Apr 31 min read

Give Away Cream Tea for Two

Hey, how about enjoying a delicious cream tea for two at TQT – on us! Yep, go to our facebook page and: Like and Follow our page Share...

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thequirkyteapotiow

Feb 223 min read

Finally, I've Written My First Blog!

My web designer Steve, is probably in shock as he reads this for the first time. It's been about 6 months in the waiting for this. Steve...

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Steve Elford

Jan 262 min read

Historic Interest

Dame Gracie Fields

In the tumultuous era of World War II, amid the air raid sirens and the echoing sounds of distant gunfire, there emerged a ray of...

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Steve Elford

Jan 162 min read

Historic Interest

The History of The English Scone

The English scone, a beloved baked delicacy, has a rich history deeply intertwined with British culinary traditions and the evolution of...

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Steve Elford

Nov 29, 20231 min read

Quirky Teapot News

Our Christmas Fair was a Great Success

Well the last weekend of November 2023 has come and gone, and this was when we held our annual Christmas Fair this year. The weather was...

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Steve Elford

Nov 21, 20232 min read

Historic Interest

The Popular Music of World War II

At TQT, we love the nostalgic music of the 1940's. And it's history too. During World War II, music played a vital role in boosting...

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thequirkyteapotiow

Oct 20, 20232 min read

Historic Interest

The History of The English Tea Room

At TQT, we love to create a retro vibe and provide a genuine English Tea Room atmosphere. We're on a historic site too, so visitors get...

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thequirkyteapotiow

Oct 16, 20232 min read

Historic Interest

The History of Afternoon Tea

The English afternoon tea is a time-honoured tradition that has transcended generations and borders, earning a distinguished place in the...

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Steve Elford

Jul 20, 20231 min read

Quirky Teapot News

Welcome to The Quirky Teapot

So here is our first post on our brand new website. How exciting is that! So we will now be regularly writing and posting about all sorts...

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