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We seemed to be transported back in time, to a marquee on a village green in the centre of bustling stalls. The fete itself was opened with a fanfare by our valiant trumpet duo. We then followed with two sets of an excellent selection of…

Luck was on our side with a gloriously sunny day (the days before and after had torrential rain, so Kington St Michael were very lucky indeed.) There were various stalls, tombola & raffles as well as samples of wares from the village shop. Mmm…

Chippenham Town Council asked us to play for the early afternoon at the Buttercross, and by the end of our set we had had quite a few flag wavers showing spirit. We all signed the huge wedding card. Only a few pegs went flying due to windy conditions!

A bit of class for us, as we attended this bow-tie event, providing a well-regarded background music for the start of the evening. It was delightful to play whilst the beautifully dressed guests flittered around the tables (and to smell the lovely food!) Our thanks to Mr Mayor who was kind enough to meet and…

Fingers freezing, toes a-tingling, but our valiant group braved the fierce outdoors to play a selection of carols in the High Street (just before Neeld Hall.) Proceeds went towards Springboard. There was even a red-nosed horse accompanied by Father Christmas that trotted by to listen to a rousing rendition of Rudolph. *<:o) Little Donkey was…

Braving the cold to play jolly carols. I think we succeeded in bringing a little cheer to the tired shoppers, and also a little something to our chosen charity of the season as proceeds went towards Springboard.

A valiant troop made their way through the snow to huddle beneath the heaters in the festive Garden Centre. Some heroic individuals even made it to both days! We raised money for the Lions Club which benefited the Naomi House children’s Hospice. (That fetching individual in the red cloak was the epitome of the season….

This event had a large turn-out from the band, with an audience keen and eager to participate. Lots of laughs had by all, and some raffle winners of our own members too. Even some competition for conducting to keep Alan on his toes!