19 July 2021 - Beacon and Vegetable Show details
Hi everyone,
Lots of you turned up to the lighting of the Beacon yesterday to celebrate a giant step forward in the Covid saga. I counted over 50 at the beacon itself and there were about 20 on the Millenium Walk so it was a very good turnout. The welcoming glass (well plastic cup actually) of Prosecco was enjoyed by most, although I did spot the odd tin of lager or two. With a buckets of water available in case of sparks the fire burnt well but the extra heat was just for once unnecessary. Thanks to everyone who contributed to the organisation, especially to Jon for transporting all the necessary gear up to the beacon site. It was nice to be able to get together after so long apart.
The next really good news is that the Mission Hall Trust Committee have announced that the Hall has reopened – hurrah - so the next confirmed event is the Village Vegetable Show at the Mission Hall on Saturday 31 July. The public entry fee is £1 for voting only or £2 for voting plus coffee and biscuits. The exhibitor fees are 50p per entry or £2 for four or more classes, only one entry per class of course. All the usual classes:- longest runner bean; longest cucumber; heaviest marrow; selection of herbs; 3 carrots; 3 tomatoes; single lettuce; 3 courgettes; 3 beans (any kind); 5 soft fruit (same or mixed); any other vegetable; a bunch of flowers; a bunch of different leaves; 3 onions; 3 eggs; any funny-shaped vegetable or fruit. Entries are to be submitted by 9.30 with the public voting between 10 and 11. The Spud in the Tub competition will take place outside the Mission Hall between 11 and 11.30 while the votes are counted. The presentations to the winners, including the Scarecrow Competition, will be at 11.45. And you know the old saying “You’ve got to be in it to win it” so see you there.
Best regards
Chris