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The festival, announced
at the beginning of February, is proving to be extremely
popular. Already over twenty village and local organisations
have promised their support, with more likely to follow. The
two-week event promises to deliver a wide range of
entertainment, fun and interest for all age groups, concentrated
within a two-week period. Talks, cider tastings,
the Winsham Art Club annual exhibition, music, sports and dance
and other events will be featured; something for everyone! An
exciting Tea-Dance has been arranged, and lots of other
interesting events such as taster sessions for example-all to
brighten our lives as autumn and winter approach. Keep the above dates in
mind! Details of the individual events will be published as they
become known and as the event becomes closer.
At the end of September, Winsham is to hold
a two-week Festival of Arts and Leisure-in short--- Winfest
’26. Its
purpose is simple: to hold a diverse and entertaining programme
of events which will meet the widest variety of tastes and
interests for the people of Winsham and the surrounding area.
Our first event is a concert by the
Kilima Quartet in St Stephen’s Church. Winfest 26 will end
with a special Harvest Festival Supper in the Jubilee Hall. It will show and remind residents of
all ages, especially people who have moved to Winsham in recent
years, of the amazing resources and support available within
this small parish. Festival events will be presented by
interest groups and individuals in various locations around the
village. Sometimes admission will be free, or there may be a
modest charge or request for a donation to help cover expenses. At present some fourteen groups and
individuals are keen to become involved, including Winsham Art
Club, Winsham Shop, Winsham Community Club, St Stephen’s,
Winsham Aikido Club and Kilima Farm Music. The festival also wants to promote
craftspeople in the parish, perhaps by running skills
demonstration workshops, or an exhibition of work. We are
keen to hear from anyone who would be interested in taking part.
The festival organisers will undertake
to create a promotional umbrella to ensure that the events are
publicised within Winsham and adjoining areas. If you have a skill or talent that you
think would fit into the scenario explained above, please
contact John Sullivan Tel:01460 30026 email: john.sullivan22@ btinternet.com |
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