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With the 19th of June fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about ways in which we can show our appreciation for the important men in our lives this Father’s Day. 

To help you find the perfect gift, we’ve pulled together a selection of our favourite products and services, all sourced from local Chapelton businesses! 

From tasty grazing boxes to a variety of impressive gift vouchers – there is sure to be something to put a smile on your dad’s face with our Chapelton Father’s Day Gift Guide.

Wander & Graze 

Treat your dad to some tasty treats from the fantastic Wander & Graze Deli. Based at The Boxes at Chapelton, Wander & Graze offers delicious locally sourced bespoke food platters and charcuterie boxes.

This Father’s Day, Wander & Graze is offering a special gift box for only £35. From delicious cured meats to hand selected cheeses, this delightful treat is sure to be the way to your dad’s heart (and stomach). 

The Father’s Day box is available to order for collection from Friday, 17th of June until Sunday, 19th of June. Wander & Graze – The Deli is located in the centre of Chapelton at The Boxes, alongside other local businesses. 

What’s included in this delicious Father’s Day box?

• Snowdonia Cheese Black Bomber cheddar
• Single source Manchego
• Smokey Chorizo
• Italian Salami
• German Salami
• Bannerman Butcher scotch egg and pork pie
• Vegan Bay Baker bread
• From Bakery Lane chilli onion jam
• Olives and sundried tomatoes 
• Seasonal fruit 
• Brussels paté
• Oatcakes

Mr Dun Chapelton

For the dads who take pride in their appearance, why not give them the gift of the ultimate pamper day! Mr Dun Barber in Chapelton is offering vouchers for men’s grooming services this Father’s Day with an exclusive special offer of a free added on service, such as a facial. 

If a voucher doesn’t quite pique your interest then there is also a range of wonderful products to choose from in the salon including hair products, beards oils and colognes. 

Pop along to The Boxes at Chapelton to pick up your gift of choice.

Slate & Grain Brasserie and Bar

What better way to spend the day than by treating your dad to a delicious meal and drinks from the wonderful Slate & Grain Brasserie and Bar. Whether you are popping in for a fresh cup of coffee or just a quick bite to eat – there are plenty of options to choose from. 

For the dad’s that enjoy a cold crisp pint, Slate and Grain is offering a special Father’s Day promotion of one free beer throughout the day (Sunday, 19th June). There is no better way to spend quality time with your dad than over a couple of drinks and a delicious locally-sourced meal!

Slate & Grain has recently started offering gift vouchers which may be the perfect option for the fathers who enjoy flexibility. 

PT Sessions with Paul Hosie

For the fitness fanatics, help your dad take his fitness to the next level by buying the ultimate Father’s Day gift of a month block of personal training sessions from Paul Hosie PT.  Whether your dad is a beginner to fitness or an experienced athlete, all training sessions can be tailored to suit his needs. 

There are a range of areas which can be focused on throughout each PT block such as:

• Boxing or kickboxing
• Strength training for runners or cyclists
• Fat loss or muscle building
• Rehabilitation and injury focused sessions

With a private unit located at The Boxes at Chapelton, each session is very flexible with the option for workouts to be carried out indoors or outdoors – perfect as we head into the warmer months. There is also the opportunity to add on nutrition packages which will be shaped around your dad’s personal preferences and lifestyle. 

Please note that all PT sessions can only be purchased in one month packages:

• £150 training only
• £175 training with nutrition

Redrocks

Father’s Day is the perfect time to give your dad a special gift that he can cherish forever. From beautiful handmade cuff links to superb keyrings, RedRocks offer lots of wonderful keepsake gifts – all for under £20!

With sustainability in mind, RedRocks also offer eco-friendly Father’s Day cards for only £3.50. Made from seed paper, the card can be planted after use and will eventually grow into a beautiful flower – a unique and sustainable way to send some love this Father’s Day. 

To take a closer look, you can visit RedRocks in store at The Boxes at Chapelton. 

The Lounge at Chapelton

Sit back, relax and enjoy! For the dads that are in need of that extra bit of TLC, The Lounge at Chapelton offers a range of fantastic treatments for men. From luxury pedicures and manicures to stylish trims and massages – your dad will be left feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. 

To get your hands on a gift voucher, visit The Lounge at The Boxes at Chapelton or visit their website. 

Walk along the Chapelton Trail

If you are on a budget this Father’s Day, then one of the simplest and easiest gifts you can give your dad is spending some quality time with one another. Going on a walk is the perfect way to spend one on one time with your dad while taking in the great outdoors. 

Around Chapelton, there are lots of beautiful walking trails right on your doorstep including the Chapelton Trail. This trail is approximately one hour long and takes you on a 4.5km circular route amongst the incredible woodland scenery and flourishing wildlife. 

Starting at Hume Square, the trail guides you through numerous marked points including Causey Mounth, East Drive, Duke’s Walk, Elsick Burn, Dubbis Stile and Cairnhill Copse. With plenty breathtaking views to admire along the way, this is the ideal way to spend quality time with your dad this Father’s Day. 

To find out more about the wonderful local businesses that are currently located in Chapelton, visit our business directory. 

Our vision to make Chapelton a place to live, work and play is becoming a reality.

We are continuing to add businesses to The Boxes @ Chapelton, our new retail initiative which offers small businesses an affordable place to grow and the community a place to shop locally.

One of the latest businesses to be joining the retail space is The Omnia, a homeware and gift shop which will boast decorative home accessories, including beautifully scented candles and diffusers, cushions, ornaments, photo frames, greeting cards and gift wrap. Owners Fiona Joss and Karyn Werninck have both lived in Chapelton since 2016.

Fiona, a graphic designer with a lifelong passion for home interiors, tells us about opening the business: “When the opportunity of The Boxes @ Chapelton arose shortly after I graduated from the Interior Designer’s Business School I jumped at the chance. I’ve always wanted to own an interiors gift shop and to be able to work in the same town that I live in is just the dream.”

Karyn, who has a background in accounts, added: “I felt like I needed a new challenge and when Fiona was looking for a business partner to complement her design skills and creativity, it seemed like the perfect pairing.

“We’ve been neighbours and friends for a while and both of our children attended The Croft Nursery in Chapelton. With our children off to school now, it’s the ideal time to embark on a new business venture.”

Speaking of the name for the shop, Fiona said: “My husband and I were on honeymoon in Switzerland and visited a very special restaurant called ‘The Omnia’. I loved the name which means ‘prepared in all things: ready for anything’ and when Karyn and I decided to take this step together in business the name was fitting on more than one level.”

Karyn continued: “There’s been a real change in people’s shopping habits over this past year and with everyone keen to support small local businesses more than ever before, we’re sure that each unit will be hugely successful.

Fiona added: “We’re learning as we go but have the support from the developers behind Chapelton as well as the other businesses located in The Boxes @Chapelton who are opening alongside us. We’ve created a WhatsApp group which is buzzing with ideas for all of our shop fronts and how we can work together to make The Boxes @ Chapelton truly thrive. It already feels like a community within a community.”

We can’t wait to visit The Omina!

To keep up to date with the latest developments at The Boxes @ Chapelton, please visit our social media channels.

We are excited to reveal an innovative new retail initiative in Chapelton that will offer small businesses a place to grow and communities a place to shop locally. 

The Boxes at Chapelton initiative will see a series of outlets open from this summer in Burgess Park, including a barber, delicatessen and green grocer.

Three units have already been snapped up by local businesses keen to make the most of the opportunity. Delicatessen Wander & Graze, which offers bespoke grazing platters, was one of the first to register interest, followed by Mr Dun, a barbers which forms part of the successful James Dun’s House salon & spa. Green grocer ‘Clementine’, which first opened in Broughty Ferry in 2010, will also be joining the scheme. Keep your eyes on this space as we announce more businesses in the coming weeks.

The Boxes at Chapelton is a low cost means for small businesses to sell their products and services, and also forms part of Chapelton’s commitment to creating a supportive and self-sufficient environment where residents can live, work and play. Already home to the five-star Croft Nursery School, The Lounge beauty and hair salon, and Teacake, a popular coffee shop and bistro, the town is blossoming into a thriving community.

The Boxes at Chapelton follows our long-standing farmers’ market – an event that takes place four times a year and sees over 25 stallholders showcase some of the very best produce and products from across the North East.

Don’t miss out – make sure you keep up to dates with all the latest developments on Chapelton’s social channels.

Now more than ever local businesses need support. But with many small companies currently closed due to COVID-19 and others offering a limited service, it can be hard to know what to do that will really help.

The Chapelton community has always been passionate about buying and celebrating local entrepreneurs, from the farmers market to the town’s own Teacake, and nothing is standing in the way of that. Here, we provide some helpful tips on how to continue to help your favourite small businesses.

Continue to purchase

Restaurants, cafes and shops may not be open to walk-in visitors but many are still offering sales. Companies like Bannerman Butcher are delivering meat and pies straight to doorsteps and with orders paid via card online no contact is required.

Likewise, Chapelton favourite Cove Honey Bees is also offering a no contact delivery service, with fresh bread, eggs, potatoes and of course honey available.

Show support online

If there’s a local company that you love then tell your friends about them. Showing support on social media channels such as Facebook and Instagram can work wonders for a small business. Tag friends in posts or share posts on your own channels to encourage others to consider buy from local stores.

Buy gift cards

Many restaurants, bars and hotels aren’t open at the moment but we look forward to when they are again in the future. Purchase a voucher online as a gift for someone’s birthday and you can both celebrate together when possible, or purchase for yourself as a treat. This will give you something to look forward to whilst continuing to provide revenue for closed stores and venues.

Enjoy a night in

Weekend take outs haven’t stopped and they’re a great way of celebrating a Friday or Saturday without having to step outside. Take a look online to see which local restaurants are open and available to deliver. Why not encourage your friends to do the same – you can get together virtually on a mobile app and catch up over dinner.

Don’t forget about non-food businesses

When thinking about local businesses food and drink outlets usually come to mind, but there are many others that also need our support. Hairdressers, beauty salons and fitness instructors, to name but a few, are closed for businesses at the moment but often remain active online. You’ll be amazed at who is providing virtual exercise classes that you can join from your home as well as tips on how to look after your skin, hair and wellbeing when day-to-day normality isn’t available.