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PIDDLEHINTON CHURCH FETE CORONATION YEAR

The lovely English country garden of The Old Rectory, Rectory Road, Piddlehinton will be the setting of this year’s Annual Church Fete.
Come and join us and enjoy a wonderful afternoon of entertainment for the whole family with a display by Dorchester Ballet and Dance Club, children’s races, coconut shy, skittles, ‘welly whanging’ and pony rides.
The very popular dog show will have classes for everyone!
All this and the chance to buy from many well stocked stalls including bric-a-brac, plants, cakes, preserves and books. And of course, the Silent Auction and Raffle with wonderful prizes on offer.
Relax and enjoy a wide range of refreshments – Hog Roast, Afternoon Teas, Ice Creams and Pimm’s stall.
Set in the beautiful Piddle Valley, just 5 miles north of Dorchester, DT2 7TE, everyone is welcome to come and spend time in our lovely village – we look forward to seeing you.
Entry Adults £1.50 free entry to children under 16
All Profits to Charity
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