A "fantastic weekend" is promised at this year's Berwick St John Country Fayre, raising funds for Stars Appeal.
Berwick St John Country Fayre this is supporting Stars Appeal at its two day event on September 14 and 15. It will feature steam engines, vintage tractors, dog show, rural crafts, beer and tea tents, heavy horses and classic cars, as well as a live auction.
The event attracts huge crowds from across the country and even further afield. It is run by a dedicated committee of volunteers, with the entire local community and village residents getting involved.
Show secretary Louise Hall said: “The Fayre is a fantastic weekend full of things to see and do for all ages! From steam engines, military vehicles, classic cars, motorbikes, trucks, to trade stands, live music, dog shows, a bar selling local cider and more, as well as a lovely tea tent with homemade treasures, a great selection of food stalls and rural crafts, there is something for everyone!
“The Stars Appeal is a fantastic local charity and we are so proud to support its work enhancing the care of hundreds of people every day at Salisbury Hospital which so many of us involved in the Fayre and the local community have benefited from.”
The Berwick St John Country Fayre has been running every other year since 1992 raising hundreds of thousands of pounds for a wide variety of charities over the years, before committing long-term support to the Stars Appeal in 2012.
The fayre in 2022 raised £63,117.18 - the largest amount of money raised in its 30 year history.
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Stars Appeal's Dave Cates added: “We are thrilled to once again be the beneficiary of this marvellous traditional country fayre and express our thanks to the Committee and all the other volunteers for making this possible.
"The money raised will help provide the very best care for local people being treated at Salisbury Hospital, from premature babies to our oldest patients. We encourage all our supporters to come along and enjoy a fabulous fun-filled day out in the heart of the Dorset countryside.”
Money raised will go towards the Stars Appeal, Salisbury Hospital’s Charity.
Gates open from 10am, finishing at 11.30pm on Saturday and 4pm on Sunday.
The fayre is located between Berwick St John village and the A30, SP7 0EX. Entry is by donation with all profits going to the Stars Appeal.
Ahead of the main fayre event, there will be live music and a beer tent on Friday, September 13, 6pm to 11.30pm.
To find our more, visit: www.berwickstjohncountryfayre.co.uk
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