Melbourn Village Fete … and Music on the Moor 28 June 2014 The final elements of the 2014 Melbourn Fete and Music on the Moor are nearing completion and we hope to have yet another memorable day for us all to enjoy. We have chosen ‘Transport’ as a theme this year. All profits from the day are put back into village based activities and charities, the last few years have seen over £13,000 being handed to many local causes. The day really is a case of having fun and fundraising for Melbourn. We try really hard to offer a wide range of activities at low cost and this year most of the costs will remain the same as previous years. The fete opens at 1 pm and will be held again in front of the newly refurbished pavilion on the playing fields on The Moor. Parking, including disabled parking, is available. The postcode for the satnav is SG8 6ED.
Arena In the arena we will have displays from a Steel Band, Shotokan Karate, Raptors from The Raptor Foundation Woodhurst, Melbourn Dynamos, Dancers, Musical Dogs. Fun activities such as tug of war, egg throwing and other games will be open for all to enter. In addition, to go with our transport theme, Champion Aerobatic Pilot Lauren Richardson will be performing a breath-taking flying display. Our classic vehicle visitors will also be parading their bikes, cars, commercial vehicles and, new this year, vintage bicycles through the arena.
Attractions around the field We have a wide choice of attractions around the field. Some of the attractions are for education and display and others where you can have a go, they cater for all age groups from toddlers to great grandparents. Regulars such as bungee trampolines, zorbe balls, chairoplanes, little rovers, sumo suits, tractor rides, bouncy castle and inflatable slide join exciting new rides such as mini cars, obstacle courses and laser clay pigeon shooting. The Barbershop quartet will be strolling around the field bursting into song.
Bar, food and drink Our fantastic team on the bar will offer a wide range of real ales, lager, locally produced cider, wine and Pimms. New this year will be Rum Punch. In addition, soft drinks of all varieties will be available all at low prices. We have tried to offer a wider range of food this year. Good quality and varied vegetarian options will be available. Our BBQ will be selling a wide range of meat from our local supplier who uses high quality sources. Roast pork baps, baked potatoes, sweet and savoury crepes, donuts, ice creams and barista serving coffee complete our food offerings to you. In the pavilion we will also have lovely cakes, scones tea and coffee on offer.
Stalls As in previous years we will have over 50 stalls displaying various activities and offering services and products. Local groups and charities will run some and others will be commercial stallholders.
Competitions Last year saw the start of our competitions event and it was a fantastic success. The event will be staged in the marquee and will be judged by three independent judges including Rob Smart who lives in Melbourn and who appeared in The Great British Bake Off last year. Can you make a raspberry chocolate cake like Rob? The categories are: Jelly-baby transport shoebox diorama; Best vegetable & fruit vehicle; Miniature gardens; Children’s vehicle drawing competition; Wines and cordials; Flower arranging; Photography with the theme “My 2014 Journey”; Best cake; Best decorated transport themed cake; Best individual cake; Best preserve and chutney; Best fudge or sweets; Best garden produce. If you want to take part in the competition then read more about it on our website, details at the end of this article.
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