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WEEKEND FESTIVAL
Woodnewton
A weekend of celebration in the charming, mainly 12th century building of St. Mary’s Church, Woodnewton, is being planned for the 6th and 7th of July, between the hours of 1pm and 6pm. Join us for a journey into the delights of flowers, music, culture, and treats.
This festival will feature captivating flower arrangements, highlighting the beauty of nature and the artistry of floral design. Visitors can admire a variety of stunning arrangements, showcasing the creativity and skill of local flower arrangers.
Attendees will have the opportunity to indulge in delicious homemade treats and refreshing beverages served amidst the tranquillity of the church building, which also provides the perfect accompaniment
whilst relaxing to live music.
For those with a passion for local
and village history, there will be an opportunity for people to delve into the rich heritage of Woodnewton through informative displays, that have been staged by the village history group.
Art lovers will have an opportunity of viewing work from local artists.
The event will also feature a selection
of sideshows and stalls where visitors can browse and shop for second-hand books on
diverse topics and genres, as well as a delightful assortment of plants for gardening enthusiasts.
The Friends of St Mary’s Committee are thrilled to announce that Richard Hutchinson will be headlining the Saturday evening keyboard concert.
Richard is a local talented musician, and he
will be presenting an evening of popular music together with a virtual rendition of three internationally acclaimed professional singers. The doors will open at 7pm and the concert is scheduled to start at 7.30pm. A licensed bar will be available.
Don’t miss out, mark your calendars for the 6th and 7th of July, and experience the magic of this vibrant community gathering. Admission to this Festival is donation-only and all monies received will help boost the toilet and servery project fund.
Art lovers will have an opportunity of viewing the creativity of work from local artists
Further information can be obtained from Marilyn on jennevalley@gmail.com
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