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Festival of Flowers
June 21st & 22nd 2009
church
Once again the Mount Bures Church, Festival of Flowers excelled itself with a spectacular display in the Church, over the two day period.

This year it once again attracted a steady stream of visitors throughout the two days

Although the Festival is held during June, planning starts back February when the initial meeting is held to establish the timetable for the months ahead.
The vast majority of the helpers reside in the village, but others travel in from the surrounding area.

Finance for the June Festival was raised by events held earlier in the year, such as Quiz nights held at the Thatchers Arms.
On the remaining days leading up to the Festival, the interior is a hive of activity as the church ladies strive to get the very best out of their own individual displays. There is no theme to the event, it is left to each individual arrangers discretion.

The Festival includes other attractions in the adjacent Mount Bures Hall, such as book stall, art exhibition, cream teas, plant stall, craft tent, barbecue and much more.
The refreshment stand was in great demand serving drinks and snacks.

The restored "Sunderland Corporation" bus was an attraction for all ages.
It was giving one hour rides around the countryside, for those who wished a taste of nostalgia.

Adjacent to the Church, you could visit "Olives Cottage Garden" with a spectacular display of roses and flower beds.

Fortunately the weather was fine on both days and it was perfect for the outdoor events.

Additional attractions included the `Open Gardens` at Yorklette Cottage, The Hall, Herds Pasture and Brook House.
Visitors could also climb the "Mount" to see the spectacular view across the Stour Valley countryside.

Congratulations should go to all those who organise and assist in this Annual Flower spectacular.

Link to the Festival of Flowers Photographic Album.
The Christian CounterVisitors this year

Flower photographs by Alan Beales
20.06.09