The Big Draws

Jonathan Marshall's Show (Grand Finale)

Stay to the end, because this is the one to see. Jonathan Marshall brings his Free Spirits show to Welcombe, starring Amadeus, a magnificent black Friesian horse, performing alongside falcons that soar at over 100mph. It's part spectacle, part heartfelt message about embracing the free spirit within. Beautiful, fearless, and genuinely unforgettable.

Official Opening

We're delighted that long-time resident and much-loved community member Lynda Yeomans is returning to Welcombe as our special guest to officially open the fete.

Live Music

Ged Camille will be playing live throughout the afternoon, the perfect soundtrack to a Pimms in the sun.

Games, Competitions and Country Fun

Whether you fancy your reflexes, your aim, or just a good laugh, there's a game with your name on it.

Prize Competitions

• Grand Raffle: win one of several wonderful hampers stuffed with food and drink goodies.

• Marble Jar: guess the number of marbles, and the closest guess takes a cash prize.

• £20 Note Guess: guess the last two numbers on the £20 note and the note is yours.

• Painted Pebble (children): paint a pebble inspired by the Church or churchyard and enter it for a prize. Best pebbles win in each category.

Games and Activities

• Assault Course: for the children, kindly provided by Hartland ATC.

• Tug of War: roll up your sleeves and have a go, with categories for all ages and abilities.

• Stocks: take aim and throw a wet sponge at a willing volunteer.

• Coconut Shy: test your aim and see how many you can knock down.

• Welly Wanging: how far can you wang a welly? Only one way to find out.

• Duck Shoot: great fun for all ages, see how many ducks you can hit.

• Whack the Rat: lightning reflexes, or will the rat get the better of you?

• Milk the Cow: prove your milking skills in this madcap favourite.

• Treasure Hunt: follow the clues, track down every location, and claim the prize.

• Face Painting: sit back, choose your design, and join in the fun.

Food, Drink and Stalls

Come hungry. Devon does an afternoon like this rather well.

Food and Drink

• Traditional Devon Cream Teas: scones, cakes, and other delectables, done the proper way 😄.

• Pimms Bar: raise a glass to the start of summer.

• Cakes: a stall heaving with local handmade cakes.

• Ice Cream: ices and lollies to keep the little ones (and the rest of us) happy.

• Apple Juice: locally pressed and very moreish.

Stalls

• Plants and Produce: locally grown plants and homemade produce.

• Craft: handmade local crafts to browse and buy.

• Portraits: local artist Becky Cohen drawing hand-made portraits on the day.

• Church Stall: celebrating St Nectan's Church, with special activities for children.

• Books: a second-hand book stall to dig through.