18 Jun
Job Board

Seasonal Santa

A jolly person is required to join our Christmas team to provide a magical experience for children. Our Santa’s Grotto will be open every weekend starting at the end of November and all of December and Christmas week, plus ‘Breakfast & Supper with Santa’ in the week leading up to Christmas.

Hours to be agreed, flexibility will be required.

You must be reliable, enjoy talking to children, be capable of providing answers to children’s and read a short story at the breakfast and supper events.

Uniform and training provided.

CVs to – marie@thetfordgardencentre.co.uk

Thetford Garden Centre, Kilverstone, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2RL

Here at Thetford Garden Centre, we’re working to create a more diverse, inclusive team that will bring skills, energy, & enthusiasm to our workplace.

31 May
Job Board

Baker – Lime Kiln Kitchen

An exciting new position has become available at Lime Kiln Kitchen.

We are on the lookout for fantastic bakers to work in our new purpose-built bakery, coming soon! Catering experience is not essential, just the ability to make a mean cake and bring a positive attitude. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, then please get in touch with us via email.

Part time and full time positions available.

Please email your CV to – james@thetfordgardencentre.co.uk

Here at Thetford Garden Centre, we’re working to create a more diverse, inclusive team that will bring skills, energy, & enthusiasm to our workplace.

07 May
What's Happening

Supper Club – A Taste of Italy

A Taste of Italy 2024

Introducing our fabulous menu for A Taste of Italy! 🍝🫒

Grab an Aperol Spritz and be transported to the Italian countryside whilst being serenaded with beautiful live music throughout the evening. Hosted by Lime Kiln Kitchen, Friday 7th June, from 7pm.🍹

Tickets cost £40 per person. Please call 01842 763267 to book and pre-order your dishes. Book now to avoid disappointment!
20 Feb
Job Board

Chef de Partie

This is a great opportunity to join an established business in our busy, successful restaurant. Working alongside the Head Chef as a key member of out kitchen team, serving all fresh locally sourced produce.

Key Skills Required:

  • Experience gained working as a Chef/Cook in busy restaurant/catering operations
  • Creativity – the ability to assist in creating new menus with a hands-on approach and eye for detail
  • An understanding of legislation and compliance
  • A positive attitude and outgoing personality are a must
  • A strong desire to have autonomy in your job and ambition to develop your career in line with the business growing
  • Have a flexible approach to working
  • Pizza making experience is an advantage but not necessary

CVs to – james@thetfordgardencentre.co.uk

Thetford Garden Centre, Kilverstone, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2RL

Here at Thetford Garden Centre, we’re working to create a more diverse, inclusive team that will bring skills, energy, & enthusiasm to our workplace.

06 Feb
Uncategorised

Valentine’s Dining 2024

Menu for the Evening

Lime Kiln Kitchen’s Valentine’s Day Menu has arrived! 💕
Book early to avoid disappointment! Our delectable 3-course menu will be specially served this Valentine’s Day, 14th February from 6pm.
Booking is essential so please call 01842 763267 to book and pre-order your dishes. You can also book in-store at our Customer Information desk.
Payment is taken on booking.

Valentines Afternoon Tea

Dazzle your loved one with our delightful Valentine’s Afternoon Tea for Two!
Dine a delicious selection of freshly made sandwiches, triple chocolate scones with raspberry jam, cheese scones with cream cheese and chutney, all complete with chocolate dipped strawberries, homemade strawberry shortbread and more…
Available from Saturday 10th to Wednesday 14th February, 12pm – 4.30pm*. No need to book.
£37.99
*Served Sunday 11th, 12pm until 3.30pm
29 Jan
Job Board

Weekend Front of House Server

Part Time, Weekends only.

Main Duties to include:

  • General catering duties
  • Providing great customer service
  • To maintain a clean and safe working environment

Applicants must be confident, enthusiastic and able to learn quickly. At least 2 years experience is essential.

Weekend work only.

Please send your CVs to juan@thetfordgardencentre.co.uk

Thetford Garden Centre, Kilverstone, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2RL

Here at Thetford Garden Centre, we’re working to create a more diverse, inclusive team that will bring skills, energy, & enthusiasm to our workplace.

16 Jan
What's Happening

Burns Night 2024

Get ready to don your kilts and tartans! Join us Thursday 25th January, 7pm for an unforgettable celebration of the legendary Robert Burns.

Dine a delectable 4 course Scottish menu, enjoy live music and of course…poetry!
Tickets cost £40 per person (includes free arrival drink and 4 course meal).
Please call 01842 763267 or visit our Customer Information Desk to book your tickets.

Menu for the Evening

View event on Facebook
01 Jan
Top Tips & Advice

Your January Garden – Winter Edition

January Gardening Jobs

  1. Prune apple and pear trees
  2. Clean pots and greenhouses ready for spring
  3. Dig over any new vacant plots that have not been dug already
  4. Disperse worm casts in lawns
  5. Inspect stored tubers of Dahlia, Begonia and Canna for rot or drying out
  6. Recycle your Christmas tree by shredding it for mulch
  7. Start forcing rhubarb
  8. Plan your vegetable crop rotations for the coming season
  9. Keep putting out food and water for hungry birds
  10. Make a polythene shelter for outdoor peaches and nectarines to protect against peach leaf curl

Plants & Flowers

Keep your borders tidy by raking up any winter debris and leaves. Prepare for spring by clearing up weedy beds.

Sweet peas can be sown this month. Place them on a sunny windowsill, or on a high shelf in a sunny greenhouse.

Cut off old leaves of hellebores that produce flowers from ground level to exposed the flowers.

Similarly, cut away some Iris leaves to expose the flowers

Lawn

Even out hollows and bumps – Cut an H-shape into the turn, peel back the grass and fill the space with soil. For a bump, cut the same shape and remove excess soil.

Avoid walking on frost covered lawns – this will damage the grass and leave browned footprints.

If the ground is not too cold, re-cut lawn edges to neaten up the garden and prevent grass growing in your borders.

Ponds

Rake out fallen leaves or shake off any that have landed on protective netting.

Keep an eye on your pond water level as hard frost can cause defects in the liner and even in concrete structures. If you notice a considerable drop in the level, then a leak may have occurred.   The repair can be done in the spring so keep the water topped up until then.

Beware of ice forming on the pond if you have fish as this can be fatal. Either install a air pump or pond heater to prevent this.

You can also make a hole by placing a saucepan of hot water on the surface until is has melted. Do not crack the ice as this can harm the fish.

Trees & Shrubs

Continue to plant roses but avoid anywhere that roses have been previously planted. This can lead to issues with replant diseases.

Check tree ties and stakes as cold and harsh winds can loosen them.

Protect new trees, hedges and shrubs from the cold weather, winds and frost. Thick dry mulch will protect the roots and branches can be covered with fleece. For evergreens, keep the light coming through by covering with clear polythene – don’t let it touch the leaves as they could freeze or rot from condensation.