Village set to host biggest fete yet

Shevington’s biggest event of the social calendar is back – and with more attractions than ever.
By Charles Graham
Published 14th May 2019, 12:58 BST
Updated 14th May 2019, 13:58 BST
Actress Sue Johnston at a previous Shevington FeteActress Sue Johnston at a previous Shevington Fete
Actress Sue Johnston at a previous Shevington Fete

Shevington Fete is on June 22 and new activities include a petting farm for children at the recreation ground. There is also a magician, circus workshop and climbing wall.

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Local traders, charities, groups and community organisations will host stalls in the Methodist church, youth club and St Anne’s parish rooms with refreshments including wood-fired pizza, gin and prosecco bar, a beer stand and cakes.

Previous fetes have been popular affairs, with high-profile guests including actress Sue Johnston.

The fete runs from 11am to 4pm.

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