A big thank you to all who turned out and helped at the church fête. After a run of dry summers, the unsettled summer weather of 2024 meant it was likely that this would be a wet year. But fortunately, the train held off for most of the afternoon – just a few drops towards the end – which meant we had a great time on then field as well as in the church and Church Farm garden where, once again, there were some delicious cream teas on offer.
The fête was officially opened by local celebrity and Daily Mail columnist, Bel Mooney. On the field a large crowd were able to enjoy the wide range of stalls and an expanded range of food including some delicious pizzas cooked to order.
Taking us back to the ancient origins of the festivities was a former vicar – Henry Ellacombe- played by another former vicar, Paul Denyer. He took us back to the Holme Mead revels and the tradition of shooting the meads.
And of course, the day could not end properly without the Great Bitton Egg Throwing Competition.
The weather undoubtedly affected turnout and therefore takings, but over £9000 was raised towards church funds.
See you again next year on Saturday 6th September 2025
