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Congleton Rotary Support and Classic Car Show

Congleton Rotary Support and Classic Car Show

Rotary have become huge supporters of our work at the Saw Mill, so here is another big thanks to them. Their latest was Rod jet washing our decking which was badly needed, thank you Rod and Rotary. And Rotary are holding a Classic Car Show at the Egerton Arms in...

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Dreaded VAT

Dreaded VAT

Inflation, energy prices and costs in general have pushed us over the VAT threshold which is a complete pain for us as a tiny organisation, just more work so the government takes money off us - urgghh! Luckily with the help of various organisations and volunteers in...

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Ultra Processed Food (UPF) Update July 2023

Ultra Processed Food (UPF) Update July 2023

This is a subject that's captured the headlines! As we suggested last month, the Old Saw Mill response has been to stop using supermarket bread, baps and teacakes all of which fit thoroughly into the UPFood camp. We're making them all ourselves in our premises from...

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Krazy Kasino Night Friday 16th June

Krazy Kasino Night Friday 16th June

In anticipation of Father’s Day, the Old Saw Mill is going Krazy with a capital K on Friday 16th June! Come and join us at our Krazy Kasino for an evening of excellent food in the café and gaming fun in the upstairs room. Guided by your Kasino hosts and hostesses why...

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Loyalty Scheme Versus Shareholder – What’s it all about?

Loyalty Scheme Versus Shareholder – What’s it all about?

The Old Saw Mill is a Community Benefit Society which is a not-for-profit organisation, owned by those of you that have joined the share scheme. We use the shareholder funds for major projects, the key project we will be campaigning for if it's agreed at the AGM is to...

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Top Hat – Friday 23rd June Film Night

Top Hat – Friday 23rd June Film Night

Come and join us for our showing on Friday 23rd June: Doors will open at 5.30 pm. Pie, peas and mash supper is served at 6.00 pm followed by John's introduction to the film and then the movie. Cost is £10 for non-members of the OSM and £8 for members. Astaire and...

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The Saw Mill is going non Ultra Processed Food – What?

The Saw Mill is going non Ultra Processed Food – What?

It's an accepted fact these days that a large proportion of us are getting way heavier than we should be. If like me you're over 70 you can remember people being much slighter, but why oh, why? We are what we eat. How has our food changed over the last 60 years?...

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Old Saw Mill Newsletter

Old Saw Mill Newsletter

Welcome to our latest newsletter at the end of a busy week with the Coronation of King Charles III, a historic event whether you're a lover of the Monarchy or not! The Old Saw Mill has the royal seal of approval as the King himself visited us in 2018! We have been...

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Come and Celebrate St George’s Day with the Madhatters

Come and Celebrate St George’s Day with the Madhatters

The Madhatters are a group of gentlemen of a certain age who entertain their audience with popular songs to suit us all. We thought an evening of familiar songs that we can join in with, and a traditional roast beef dinner and fruit crumble pud would be a great way to...

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Bank Holiday closures over the coming months

Bank Holiday closures over the coming months

The Old Saw Mill will be closed on the following upcoming dates;   Easter Monday-Monday 10th April 2023 - CLOSED Early May Bank Holiday- Monday 1st May 2023 - CLOSED Bank Holiday for King’s the Coronation- Monday 8th May 2023 - CLOSED Spring Bank Holiday- Monday...

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The Old Saw Mill Congleton

Location

Back River Street
Congleton
CW12 1HJ

Hours

Monday to Friday: 10am - 3pm

Saturday: 9am - 3pm

Breakfast // Home Cooked Food // Coffee // Free Wifi

Always a Warm Welcome

Outside the Old Saw Mill Congleton