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2010 News Archive British Corner Shop

An archive of the British Corner Shop news items featured in 2010.

British Corner Shop seeks today's 'John Bull'

9th December 2010

We are launching a nationwide search this month (December, 2010) to find today's 'John Bull'.

We want to find someone who was actually born 'John Bull' to help spearhead a proposed marketing campaign we're planning for summer 2011. read more...

Last Order Dates for Delivery by Christmas 2010

17th November 2010

Make sure you order in plenty of time for Christmas to avoid disappointment. We have a great Christmas selection and it is our busiest time of year.

See our guide to the last order by dates for delivery in time for Christmas 2010. Recommended last order dates are listed by Country. read more...

Search for 'Rising Star' of the Culinary World

1st November 2010

This month (November, 2010) we are launching a search to find a promising new chef to help with recipes and cooking tips for our website.

We want to find the UK's next budding Jamie Oliver or Nigella and to help foster their career through exposure to millions of customers worldwide. read more...

British Corner Shop backs The Royal British Legion

27th October 2010

Brits who are living and working overseas will be able to support The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal this Armistice Day (November 11, 2010).

Visitors to the website will be able to donate to the charity online from this Thursday (October 28) until Sunday, November 14 read more...

Full Christmas Range Now Available

6th October 2010

Our full Christmas range is now available, and is the first category you reach on entering the shop this year, for ease of access.

Packed with British Christmas goodies including Advent Calenders, Christmas Crackers, Christmas Puddings, Chocolate tins and Mince Pies. read more...

British Corner Shop to back Commonwealth Divers

5th October 2010

Three British divers who will be competing in the Commonwealth Games this month (October, 2010) are being sponsored by British Corner Shop.

The divers will receive food items from British Corner Shop while they are competing in the diving events in Delhi. read more...

Hellmanns Honey & Mustard and Balsamic Vinaigrette

22nd September 2010

Hellman's mouth-watering Honey and Mustard and Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressings are now on sale, only £1.29.

Also on sale this week are Colmans Sachet sauces, including Beef Stroganoff, and Farmhouse Dumpling, Yorkshire Pudding and Chip Shop batter mixes. read more...

Furniss Cornish Shortbread & Biscuits

9th September 2010

The Furniss of Cornwall range of traditional Cornish shortbread and biscuits are now available at British Corner Shop.

The range includes Cornish Clotted Cream Shortbread, Gingerbread and Spiced Biscuits. Priced at £2.49 per pack across the range. read more...

Cadbury Dairy Milk Wholenut Buy 1 Get 1 Free

9th September 2010

Cadbury Dairy Milk Wholenut bars are now Buy One Get One Free! This applies to the larger 230g bar at £3.39.

Also save 50p on Johnsons Baby Powder, and Smash Instant Mash Potato is on a Buy 1 Get 1 Free offer. read more...

Darvilles of Windsor Teas

3rd September 2010

The delicious range of Darvilles of Windsor Teas have now been added to the shop.

The range includes traditional English breakfast teas, Royalty Assam, Earl Grey, Darjeeling and Fruit and Herb Infusions. read more...

Follow British Corner Shop on Twitter and Facebook

31st August 2010

Become a friend of British Corner Shop on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter.

Now you can keep up to date with all the latest offers, sales and great deals at British Corner Shop via Twitter or Facebook. read more...

Grants Highland Lamb Casserole & Other Sale Offers

26th August 2010

Save 50p on a tin of tasty Grants Highland Lamb Casserole, now only £1.99.

Also on sale are Cadbury Bournville Old Jamaica chocolate bars, and Batchelors Bigga Marrowfat Processed Peas. read more...

New BCS Website Launched

10th August 2010

It has been several years since the BCS website had its last major upgrade. This time as well as an all new look, we have built in dozens of helpful new features to improve the shopping experience.

Technical Lead Peter Howarth explains some of the fantastic benefits of the new look website. read more...

Competition: The UK's Best Corner Shop

6th July 2010

The search is on to find the UK's best corner shop. We are keen to celebrate the uniqueness of independent British corner shops that serve their local communities and want to find shops nationwide that we think are the epitome of the best of British.

The closing date for entries is 5pm on November 13, 2010. read more...