Applying to be chosen as one of the charities within the benefit of the new Mayor’s Charity Appeal brought a wealth of experience as well as a measure of hard work!

Events were chosen, planned for and run. Prizes were sought for the many raffles and auctions: tickets to the events had to be sold. We would like to thank the Donors for the Bonnet Competition prizes, which included the Mayflower Theatre, Southampton: Paulton’s Park, Romsey: Bournemouth Oceanarium: Holton Heath: the Odeon Cinema and the donor of the gift of a beach hut for the weekend.

The Mayor’s Easter Fair proved to be a happy day. Twenty six primary & junior schools were approached to take part in the bonnet competition & the winners were well pleased with their prizes.

Thanks are due to Vita Nova for organising the live entertainment, which included Jason Hinchey, The Southern Union Chorus (Barber Shop Singers), the Bourne Bumpers, a wonderful half hour of magic and several other solo artists: all given free. Also to Barry Steed and Amanda Williams who brought their expertise. AND to Sue, without whom the hot soup and rolls would never have been!

We would also like to thank all the stall holders and the public who supported the event: we hope you found it worthwhile and that you had an enjoyable day.