Spitfire Advent Calendar

Monday 1st December – Spitfire Secret Santa

To open the Spitfire Advent Calendar’s 12 days of giving, we’re using Day 1 to shine a light on the people who bring kindness, support and positivity to our communities year round.

From the neighbour who’s always first to lend a hand, to the friend who’s had a tough year but never stops showing up for others, we want to hear their story and help make their Christmas a bit more special.

How it works:

Complete the short nomination form here.

Tell us why your nominee deserves a special surprise.

We’ll select one recipient to receive £500 this December.

Nominate someone today. Winner announced on the 12th December.

Tuesday 2nd December – Free Coffee

Day 2 of the Spitfire Advent Calendar brings you a little treat to start your day with a smile.

We’ve paid for a number of coffees at independent cafe’s local to our Spitfire Gold Card collections. These businesses sit at the heart of their communities, bringing people together over something as simple as a good coffee, and we’ll always be proud to support that.

Just pop in to claim your free coffee, but be quick – it’s first come, first served!

Local to Ellenbrook:

Otis & Belle | 2 Old Market Way, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 0AJ

Local to Sherbourne:

Butler’s Coffee House | 12A Main Rd, Radcliffe on Trent NG12 2FH

Local to Malabar:

Deja Vu Café | 3 Sheaf Street, Daventry NN11 4AA

Wednesday 3rd December – Afternoon Tea Giveaway

Day 3 of the Spitfire Advent Calendar brings the opportunity for you and a friend, or loved one, to win an afternoon tea for two at a venue local to our Spitfire Gold Card collections.

This experience could be used as a thoughtful gift for a friend, a festive catch-up with family member, or a perfect way to unwind and enjoy the festive season.

Local to Ellenbrook:
The Lygon Arms, Broadway

Local to Sherbourne:
Colwick Hall, Nottinghamshire

Local to Malabar:
Fawsley Hall, Northamptonshire

How to enter:
Like our Day 3 Spitfire Advent Calendar post on Instagram and comment with the location you would like to win for e.g. ‘Fawsley Hall’.
Share the post to your story.
Follow the Spitfire Homes Instagram profile.

Three winners will be selected at random and will be announced at 7pm today.

Thursday 4th December – Free Christmas Wreaths

Free to collect while they last, a selection of hand-created wreaths will be set aside for free collection on a first come, first served basis.

Just pop in to claim your wreath to any of our independent florist partners:

The Flower Room | Local to Sherbourne, Radcliffe on Trent

Baskets and Bunches | local to Malabar, Daventry

For Moreton-in-Marsh, please pop into the Ellenbrook Estate Office thanks to The Stow Flower Shop

Friday 5th December – Local Litter Pick

Day 5 of the Spitfire Advent Calendar is all about doing our bit to help keep the streets clean.

Look out this morning for the Spitfire team and some of our partners in Santa hats, litter grabbers in hand, walking the streets of Daventry, Radcliffe on Trent, and Moreton-in-Marsh.

Saturday 6th December – Free Children’s Books

We’re using Day 6 of the Spitfire Advent Calendar to celebrate independent bookshops.

We’ve partnered with businesses local to our Spitfire Gold Card collections to offer a range of free children’s books, suitable for all ages. Better yet – they’re gift wrapped ready to go under the tree.

Just pop in to claim your free festive story – but be quick, it’s first come, first served!

Local to Ellenbrook:

Borzoi Bookshop, Digbeth Court, Digbeth Street, Stow on the Wold GL54 1BN

Local to Sherbourne:

One More Chapter, 6 Main Road, Radcliffe on Trent NG12 2FD

Local to Malabar:

Suddenly on Sheaf Street, 22 Sheaf St, Daventry NN11 4AB

Sunday 7th December – Homeless Shelter Care Packages

We’re using Day 7 to shine a light on the incredible work of the homeless shelters and charities local to our Spitfire Gold Card collections.

Today, we’re donating a range of winter essentials to these charities, including hats, gloves, socks, snoods and bags, to offer a little extra warmth and comfort to people facing hardship this year.

As the colder months set in, this support becomes increasingly important for the people these fantastic charities serve.

Local to Ellenbrook:

P3 Charity – Find out more here.

Local to Sherbourne:

Emmanuel House – Find out more here.

Local to Malabar:

Northampton Hope Centre – Find out more here.

Monday 8th December – Free Mince Pies

Day 8 of the Spitfire Advent Calendar brings you a little treat to start your day with a smile.

We’ve paid for a number of mince pies at independent cafe’s local to our Spitfire Gold Card collections. At this time of year, these businesses play a special role in their communities, and we’re proud to join in the tradition by treating you to a mince pie.

Just pop in to claim your free mince pie, but be quick – it’s first come, first served!

Local to Ellenbrook:

Otis & Belle | 2 Old Market Way, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 0AJ

Local to Sherbourne:

The Pantry Deli | 8 Main Road, Radcliffe on Trent NG12 2FH

Local to Malabar:

The Aroma Lounge | 80 High Street, Daventry NN11 4HU

Tuesday 9th December – Sharing the Warmth with Age UK

For Day 9 of the Spitfire Advent Calendar, we’re proud to donate £750 to Age UK.

We understand that the festive period can be an especially lonely time for many older people, particularly those without close family or friends around them.

By supporting Age UK, we hope to bring a little extra warmth, companionship, and joy to those who need it most. It’s our way of making sure no one feels forgotten at this time of year.

See you tomorrow for Day 10, which features another local giveaway!

Wednesday 10th December – Free Christmas Wine

Day 10 of the Spitfire Advent Calendar comes in the form of another festive freebie.

Working in partnership with independent businesses, we’re giving away free bottles of wine ready for your Christmas dinner table.

With both red and white available, we hope this small gesture helps make your festive preparations a little easier.

As always, it’s first come, first served, so pop in and pick your bottle up while stock lasts. Over 18s only.

Local to Ellenbrook:

Moreton Wine Merchants | 2 High Street, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 0AH

Local to Sherbourne:

Sherbourne Customer Suite | Grantham Road, Radcliffe on Trent NG12 2JP

Local to Malabar:

Malabar by Spitfire Homes Customer Suite | Staverton Road, Daventry NN11 4WP

Thursday 11th December – Free Pigs in Blankets

It’s the penultimate day of the Spitfire Advent Calendar, and Day 11 is all about bringing a little taste of Christmas comfort.

We’re giving away free pigs in blankets from local butchers, a small festive extra to help bring even more flavour to your dinner table. Whether you save them for the big day or enjoy them well before it, we’ll leave that up to you!

Pop in and pick up yours while they last. We hope you enjoy this true Christmas classic.

Local to Ellenbrook:

David Moore Family Butcher | Fosseway Garden Centre, Stow Road, Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 0DS

Local to Sherbourne:

Clive Lancaster & Sons | Eaton Place, Bingham, Nottingham NG13 8BD

Local to Malabar:

Elliot’s Butcher and Farm Shop | Lodge Farm, Noborough, Brockhall, Daventry NN7 4LA

Friday 12th December – Hospital Ward Donations

For the final day of the Spitfire Advent Calendar, we’re donating to children’s wards across three hospitals local to our communities.

For some children and families, Christmas will be spent in hospital rather than at home. This brings its own challenges at an already emotional time of year.

Through these donations, we want to support those unfortunate enough to be spending Christmas in hospital, while also recognising the dedication of the teams working tirelessly over the festive period.

Everyone deserves the gift of care and kindness at Christmas.

Local to Ellenbrook:
Horton General Hospital | Supporting the children’s ward serving families across the Cotswolds and surrounding areas.

Local to Sherbourne:
Nottingham Children’s Hospital | Providing care for children and young people across the region.

Local to Malabar:
Northampton General Hospital | Supporting children’s services for families local to Daventry and West Northamptonshire.