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Melbourn Village Fete & Music on the Moor
Saturday 29th June 2013 – 1pm till late
With a winter that felt like it was never ending behind us, it’s now time to focus on the summer months ahead and all the family entertainment they bring. The Melbourn Fete Committee has been working hard over the last few months to line up the ever popular attractions and music for the Fete on Saturday 29th June 2013. Put the date in your diary so you don’t miss out!
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There is definitely a doggy theme this year. The Dog and Duck show was so popular last year that we’ve asked them to come back and show us more of their Collie dog skills and duck antics. Has your dog got what it takes? If so, sign them up for the Dog Show. And to give you inspiration, we’ve invited the Chasing Tails Fly Ball team along to teach us about this dog sport and demonstrate the speed and agility of their dogs.
The arena is going to be as busy as ever with regulars like the egg throwing and tug of war – although in this year’s tug of war, there is a trophy up for grabs for the best team of eight. Please contact tow@melbournfete.co.uk if you have a team ready to show off their strength. With so many acts booked, we have a smaller arena to keep the afternoon packed with a variety of entertainments for all ages.
The Electralites are back to wow us with their majorette display. They have been champions for 11 consecutive years, so expect to be impressed. A new attraction this year is the Sawston Steel Band who has been playing together for the last three years. Their tunes range from Nice ‘n’ Jumpy, to Rock Around the Clock and much more! And our regulars, the Double Take Barber Shop Quartet, will be wandering the field, singing a-cappella including classic barbershop, doo-wop, swing, 50/60s favourites and some more recent popular songs. Why not check them out on Youtube?
Later in the day, as part of Music on the Moor, we will have two stages. Headlining on the main stage will be The Remnants who play Rock, Pop and Soul covers from the 50s to the present day – they were so popular last year, we asked them to return as our headline act. They will be supported by other local bands, including Lipstick Torpedo who have headlined for us before. We’re also going to have a special Paul McKenna style hypnotic show put on for us by the MADS cast. In between sets, music will continue on the acoustic stage from the likes of Bee Church, who is a singer songwriter from Northampton with a wonderful voice. Check out our website for the full line-up.
There will be plenty of stalls and attractions to amuse all age groups. And new for this year, don’t miss out on our traditional village competitions. Categories include cakes, preserves, flower arranging, vegetable animals, photography, mini gardens, and a kids colouring competition – check our website for more details and entry forms, or email competitions@ melbournfete.co.uk. Every year, we seem to have more attendance, and nowhere is this more obvious than with the classic vehicles. We’re looking forward to another great turnout. As well as our usual bar, BBQ, and tea and cake selection, we are introducing a food court, which will include Roastaholics spit roasts, sweet and savoury crepes made to order, and freshly cooked donuts, as well as the ever-essential ice cream van!
The Melbourn Fete is self funded and would not happen without the continued support of our fantastic sponsors and incredible volunteers. The money we raise – through selling food and drink at our Bar and BBQ, as well as raffle tickets – is donated back into the community to help local groups. Please help us put the fun into fundraising by supporting your local community and coming along to the fete on Saturday 29th June at 1PM. For more information on the event, please visit our website www.melbournfete.co.uk or email chair@melbournfete.co.uk.
See you soon at the Melbourn Fete & Music on the Moor on 29th June 2013! Catriona McKay, Melbourn Fete Committee (Treasurer) www.melbournfete.co.uk
