By Nora ParminterTOP THAT CAKE

Everything for your home cake decorating

THERE will be lots of items to buy for your cake and biscuit decorating at Top That Cake, now at Stevie B’s Bakery, Crediton.

There are some lovely fondant roses and a selection of icings and decorations to buy - everything you need to make your own Valentine cakes and chocolates.

Also available at Stevie B’s Bakery, specially for Valentine’s Day, will be a selection of flavoured cupcakes including pink lemonade as well as black forest flavoured meringues.

Other treats include chocolate brownie hearts, Viennese hearts, small chocolate hearts, shortbread, shortcake biscuits and iced biscuits.

Personalised messages can be included as can Valentine images.

Dairy-free and gluten free cakes and biscuits can be pre-ordered.

For more information call in at the High Street bakery and talk to a member of staff.

THE RING OF BELLS

An ideal venue to celebrate Valentine’s Day

THE recently re-opened Ring of Bells is set in the heart of Mid Devon in the tranquil, picturesque village of Cheriton Fitzpaine.

The Ring of Bells is a “stones throw” from Crediton and Tiverton and only 10 miles from the bustling city of Exeter.

Whether it’s a romantic evening to celebrate Valentine’s Day, a quiet pint and the crossword, a cheese and pickle sandwich, a refined three-course meal, a few drinks with friends or somewhere to bring the kids - the owners have made it their mission to “create a pub for everyone.”

For more information visit the website: www.theringofbells.com or telephone

01363 860111.

GRAPE & GRAIN

Fancy a seductive wine for Valentine’s Day?

THERE are some lovely things to buy in the shops on Crediton High Street to help you show your loved one that you care.

Whether it is a fantastic bottle of bubbles from Grape & Grain, some lovely flowers, a crafty card, or an elegant nick-knack, the High Street has it covered.

If you are planning a stunning meal in for Valentine’s Day, why not ask Bruce at Grape & Grain for a seductive wine to match your hard-fought culinary excellence.

ANTIQUES & VINTAGE

Antiques make ideal Valentine’s Day gifts

ANTIQUES & Vintage, a new shop on Crediton High Street, is stocked with a wonderful collection of furniture, jewellery, clocks, pottery, ceramics, glassware and much more.

Pop into the friendly shop at 116 High Street and browse through the the vast array of antique and vintage pieces available -- find your loved one a special gift this Valentine’s Day.

SUSAN’S FLOWER SHOP

Valentine’s flowers – for delivery or collection

FOR those people who are having problems getting to Crediton High Street, Susan’s Flower Shop offers a delivery service – just telephone the shop with your order.

As well as the traditional red roses Susan’s also offers a popular mixed selection which contains a red rose, a more affordable option for Valentine’s Day.

The usual choice of flowers are also available along with a selection of Valentine’s gifts.

Regular deliveries of fresh flowers are still arriving at Susan’s and the usual selection of flowers will be available throughout the road closure.

During the Valentine’s weekend delivery is available, in the town, up to lunchtime on Sunday and out-of-town deliveries are available up to closing time on Saturday. (Sunday orders need to be placed by close of trade on Saturday).

For more information telephone Susan’s Flower Shop on 01363 775818 or call in at the shop to speak to a florist, who will be happy to advise.

EVANS NEWSAGENTS

Special chocolates for Valentine’s Day

EVANS Newsagents of Crediton, has a large selection of chocolates including some extra special ones for Valentine’s Day.

The shop also has a selection of Valentine’s cards, teddies and gifts available for that special day.

Pop into Evans Newsagents and take a look at what’s on offer.

BOKA

Look out for new stock arriving at BoKa

Lots of new stock is currently arriving at BoKa Gift shop ready for Valentine’s Day. Pop in for some great Valentine’s Day gift ideas.

VALERIE BARKER JEWELLERS

Roses are red

Violets are blue

Val has the perfect gift for you

Get you Valentine’s Day jewellery and gifts at affordable prices, from Valerie Barker Jewellers.

CANDIMAMA

Love is sweet at Candimama

A CONFECTIONERY haven where you will find the perfect sweet treat for your special loved one this Valentine’s Day!

Candimama can wrap anyone’s favourite sweets for a gift and offers a bespoke service with quirky, unique sweet trees and sweet cakes, both made to order.

Candimama’s homemade crumbly Valentine’s “Heart Throb” fudge is sure to sweeten anyone’s Valentine’s Day!CREDITON CARD CENTREGreat gifts, cards and gift wrap for Valentine's Day CREDITON Card Centre has a great selection of gifts for Valentine's Day including “Bomb” cosmetics, a lovely range of mugs with patterned interiors, a selection of candles, wooden plaques, photograph frames, teddy bears, designer jewellery with hearts and a new range of affordable patterned scarves.Also in stock are a selection of Valentine's Cards and gift wrap.Pop into Crediton Card Centre at 127 High Street for some great gift ideas for Valentine's Day.