Flower Festival

Months of planning resulted in a wonderful Flower Festival at St. Andrew Church from 19 th - 21 st August. The theme was the well-known hymn 'All things Bright and Beautiful'. There was a steady stream of people over the three days with Sunday proving the most popular day. The lady from Crediton who said 'You have brought a lot of joy to a lot of people' summed up the delightful comments in the visitor's book. Tea and cakes were available throughout the festival and the home baking was much appreciated by those attending. The sun shone on the B-B-Q on Saturday as visitors and volunteers tucked into Keith Redstone's cooking! On Saturday evening there was quiet a buzz at the 'Wine & Cheese' event and guests enjoyed listening to Annabelle play the harp The Flower Festival concluded on Sunday evening with a Songs of Praise service for over seventy people led by Rev. Michael Thayer. Wendy Redstone, the Co-ordinator of the Flower team was so pleased with the results (including raising over £1,800 for church refurbishment) that she is seriously planning to do it all again next year! Congratulations to all involved.