Dear Parishioners,

This Summer the nation will celebrate Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee. A special Bank Holiday weekend has been proposed to mark the occasion. Many of you will recall the Gala Event held at the playing field for the Golden Jubilee in 2002 and, hoping to build on the success of that, the Parish Council has agreed to co-ordinate a similar event on Monday 4 June 2012.

We hope to be able to offer many attractions comparable to those that we enjoyed ten years ago, in particular the "It's A Knockout" competition. Can you organise a team to take part from family, friends or neighbours perhaps? There is no age limit, it's just intended to be fun for adults and kids alike.

There will also be children's rides, side-shows, stalls and refreshments etc. We plan for the entertainment to be continued in the evening with a disco, live band, bar, food and fireworks.

However, we want to ensure that the whole community has a successful and entertaining day and would welcome your ideas and suggestions. If you would like to volunteer to help in any way please complete the reply slip on the PDF form below.

A small number of people have already agreed to support us by way of sponsorship and loan of equipment. It would be especially appreciated if you felt able to contribute in this manner, be that as businesses or individuals. It is proposed to present each child resident in the parish, up to and including the age of sixteen years, with an inscribed commemorative mug. As before, we need to compile a list of those eligible and space is included in the reply slip for this purpose; please return as soon as possible.

A limited number of mugs will also be available to purchase. Your replies can be returned to the Spar Stores, the Gaultree Inn, Curtis the Butchers, by post to the address on the form, or alternatively you can e-mail bob.minerva@talk21.com. I look forward to hearing from you but in the meantime will be pleased to answer any queries you may have.

Please click HERE to download the reply form

Please click HERE to download the sponsorship form