We were delighted to support and sponsor this biannual event held at Manor Farm Berwick St John near Shaftesbury on 14th and 15th September 2024. Despite some heavy storms during the days of preparation beforehand the weekend itself produced calm warm sunny autumn weather. This brought a good crowd to enjoy the displays and entertainment and the wonderful collection of vintage machinery and classic collections. There were even representatives from their predecessors – a number of heavy horse breeds!
We proudly sponsored the now famous tea tent with their inexhaustible supply of (donated) home made cakes biscuits and sandwiches, teas coffees and soft drinks and a sheltered place to rest and meet friends neighbours and even strangers in the conviviality of the floral surroundings. This is a wonderful place for community spirit to shine through.
The organisation behind, and even in front of, the scenes worked well, and the army of volunteers on site ensured smooth passage of people, pets and vehicles and noticeably kept the fields tidy and virtually rubbish free, though all concerned in making a success of the occasion must have been exhausted by the end of the weekend. We look forward to a date in December to hear the financial results, all for the benefit of Salisbury District Hospital – where, if anyone has had cause to need their help, will immediately know and value the benefits this amazing fund-raising event adds to the success and well being of their work.
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