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Collaboration

What do Jo Malone & Paddington Bear have in common…?

The answer is that both these quintessential British brands love orange marmalade! One (the iconic fragrance brand) has used this to create a gorgeous new scent and the other (the little bear with a big heart) enjoys it in his sarnies, of course!

Yes, Jo Malone London has formed a dream collab with a figure widely associated with kindness: Paddington™. The epitome of seeing the best in everyone and giving “just because”, the beloved bear has inspired a series of limited-edition scented gifts from the British fragrance and lifestyle house.

At the heart of this collection is a cologne that celebrates Paddington’s favourite snack, the marmalade sandwiches he hides beneath his famous red hat. A refined take on the most British preserve, Orange Marmalade blends warm woods with orange zest to create a marvellous, golden fragrance.

Global brand president Jo Dancey says: “A childhood favourite and now our latest collaborator, Paddington conjures up cherished memories of fun-filled summer trips by train, exploring the British countryside and coastline – always with a picnic in tow. And when it comes to our Orange Marmalade Cologne, really there was no other choice of partner we’d rather share our scent with – or marmalade sandwich, come to that.”

The limited-edition collection includes Orange Marmalade Cologne 100ml £124 & Orange Marmalade Cologne 30ml £58.

The Seasons in Time concert

Round & About

Collaboration

Head to Northend Village Hall on Sunday, 9th June for a ‘brilliant collaboration’ between Eleanor Grant & Gus McQuade (voice, guitar & double bass)

The unique duo to Eleanor Grant and Gus McQuade are a brilliant collaboration, equally at home with Dowland or Gershwin, Joni Mitchell or Benjamin Britten, embracing as they go classical, folk and jazz influences.

The duo are the latest to appear at Northend Village Hall as part of the Northend Concerts series bringing the very best chamber music to audiences locally.

Enjoy a programme from Eleanor and Gus that includes:

• John Dankworth (1927-2010) – It was a lover and his lass.
• Robert Johnson (1583-1633) – Where the Bee Sucks John Wilson (1595-1674) – Now the Lusty Spring is seen.
• David Shire (b.1937) – Autumn.
• Eric Wetherell (1925-2021) – How Like a Winter Eric Wetherell – Shall I Compare Thee?
• Rebecca Clarke (1886-1979) – Cherry Blossom Wand John Duke (1899-1984) – Loveliest of Trees.
• Elizabeth Machonchy (1907-1994) – Ophelia’s song.
• Robert Johnson (1583-1633) – Have You Seen But a White Lily Grow Elizabeth Poston (1905-1987) – Sweet Suffolk Owl.
• Benjamin Britten (1913-1976) – The Trees They Grow So High Joni Mitchell (b.1943)- Circle Game.

For a sneak preview click HERE to watch them perform Shakespeare Song: How Like a Winter

Tickets £20, includes complimentary glass of wine. Buy tickets HERE (and available on the door subject to availability).