Roll up! It’s time for Bitton church fete

Bitton church fete and dog show will be held on Saturday September 7.

The fete is part of year-round activities to maintain the historic Grade I listed St Mary’s Church.

Everyone is welcome to attend the traditional community event which takes place from 1.30pm to 5.30pm on the Glebe Field, in the church, and in the garden of Church Farm.

The Companions of the Longbow will again be demonstrating their archery skills and people will be able to have a go.

There will be a classic car display and stalls including books, bric-a-brac, toys and nearly new clothing.

The dog show will be run by Highcroft Veterinary Centre at Longwell Green. Music will provided by Oldland Brass, the Jazzbeanz and St Mary’s Minstrels.

There will be a licensed bar and a range of refreshments on the main field and in the church as well as cream teas in the garden of Church Farm.

For children there will also be face painting and Professor Hudd’s Punch & Judy show.

Among the traditional games will be an egg throwing contest at the end of the afternoon.

The WI is running a Bitton Baker of the Year competition and there is also a photography competition. Details are available on the church website at https://www.stmarysbitton.org.uk

Entry, which includes a programme, costs £2 for adults (children free). Parking is available on the Glebe Field.