Bitton’s church fete was blessed with good weather and raised around £12,500, which is believed to be a record amount.
Ken and Jill Gibson opened the fete
Held on Saturday 6th September, the annual fete is part of year-round activities to maintain historic St Mary’s Church.
The fete was opened by villagers Ken and Jill Gibson, who until recently led much of the planning and organising of the event over many years.
The event, which was held on the Glebe Field next to the churchyard, as well as in the church and at neighbouring Church Farm, included a dog show run by Highcroft Veterinary Group.
Bitton Dawn Chorus, the new village community choir, performed and also appearing for the first time was Bristol Rag Morris, a traditional folk Morris group.
Oldland Brass, the Jazzbeanz and St Mary’s Minstrels provided musical entertainment. As well as stalls, games and food and drink, there was a children’s tent and a display of classic vehicles.
St Mary’s popular autumn craft/artisan fayre will take place in the church on Saturday 1st November from 11am to 3pm.
