Vintage Country Fayre

Photos of 2011 the Vintage Country Fayre

2011-09-20T05:38:00.000-07:00

Photos can be viewed and ordered from Chris Ould Photography by visiting clicking on the following link: www.photoboxgallery.com/chrisould

It's all over!

2011-07-19T04:56:00.000-07:00

Wow, what weather we had thrown at us, but what a fantastic atmosphere it produced. You could almost hear people cheer when the sun eventually came out.

We had over 1000 visitors and took approximately £7,500 on the day, which will enable us to start the first phase of the church refurbishment.

The Maiden Newton stall also did well raising a couple of hundred pounds for the St Mary's Fire Fund.

Many, many thanks to all the volunteers who gave their time and the sponsors who gave so generously, without whom the event would not have been a success.

Paul Atterbury was a star, patiently waiting while we tried to contain the chaos and giving us an incite into the similar problems faced by the church at Eype, thank you Paul.

Thanks also to the stall holders with their wonderful selection of goods, who set up in a torrential down pour. From the feed back I have had so far, it was worth it and a good day was had by all.

Exact amounts raised will be published here when all of the costings are known.

If we can make it such a success against all the odds, then we think it's worth doing again, but perhaps bi-annually....watch this space!

Paul Atterbury to Open the Fayre

2011-04-14T01:15:00.000-07:00

We are delighted to announce that Paul Atterbury from the Antiques Roadshow will be opening the fayre at 11am on the 17th.

Paul Atterbury is a specialist in the art, architecture, design and decorative arts of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. He initially trained as a graphic designer and later studied art history went on to work for Southeby Publications as an historical advisor for Royal Doulton and then as editor of Connoisseur magazine. Since 1981 he has been a freelance writer, lecturer, broadcaster adn exhibition curator, ususlly for the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Paul has written and edited approximately thirty books, mostly on ceramice, but he is also known for his travel writing and for books on railways and canals. He has published a couple of books on West Bay and Eype, his home town.

For almost a decade and a half he has been a mainstay member of the BBC's Antiques Roadshow. During this time he has taken part in over 100 roadshows and also taken part in the Great Antiques Hunt, the Antiques Show and on Hidden Treasures on BBC Radio 4.

Judith's of Bridport

2011-04-08T01:33:00.000-07:00

Judith's of Bridport, can be found at 58 South Street situated opposite the Libary. It's a small Aladin's cave with baskets of all shapes and sizes filling one wall, delicate natural pearl jewellery nestled in with fairy cake mugs and scarves in varying shades. Judith has kindly donated a beautifl deep green handpainted necklace, together with two scarves and a "playful cats" mug for raffle prizes, so come and have a go if your feeling lucky.

Judith can be contacted on 01308 424 356.

Penny Farthings

2011-04-01T06:54:00.000-07:00

Rachael Scott owner of Penny Farthings fashion agency has kindly donated a raffle prize for the Vintage Country Fayre. Specialising in high quality new and nearly new clothes including Laura Ashley, Jaegar and other top names and well know hat designs. Situated at 70 South Street, Bridport this successful independent company proves that recycling can be financially rewarding as well as green.

For more inormation call 01308 422 170 for more information.

Bronwen Coe will be Exhibiting

2011-03-29T13:37:00.000-07:00

Based in West Dorset, Bronwen Coe takes inspiration from the wonderful countryside surrounding her. Coming from a fine art background, Bronwen now specialises in flower and tree photography, producing exceptional images that inspire and excite.

Her latest project "King of the Forest" is the third in a series of books about trees, which take one into a wonderful and mystic world.

Examples of her work and more information can be found on her website:

http://www.bronwencoe.com/

Crufts Judge to Judge Dog Show

2011-02-28T07:31:00.000-08:00

Margaret Allen one of this years judges at crufts will be judging the pedigree classes of the Companion Dog Show at the Vintage Country Fayre to be held on the 17th July at West Compton, Dorset. Based locally, Margaret is a highly respected gundog trainer and runs training kennels just outside Bridport.

Margaret Allen with Cedar winner of S&W and WELRC Cups

More information can be found on her website: http://www.tanderswell.co.uk/

2011-02-27T15:58:00.000-08:00

17th July 11am -5pm

At West Compton

Nr Bridport, Dorset, DT2 0EY (just off A35)

A fantastic day out for all the family, helping to raise money for the churches of the Melbury Team.

ferret racing

punch and judy

vintage homewares

fly casting competition

companion dog show

face painting

flower arranging competition

bbq

beer tent

tug of war

classic cars

music

cream teas

If you would like to be part of this event, contact Oonagh Stewart on: info@westcomptonmanor.co.uk