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Are you a budding Bake Off contestant? Dab hand at flower arranging? Is there a Lego
star in the family or a green fingered little one? Then come along and see if you have what
it takes to be a village champion!

This year to celebrate Plaistow Pre-school’s 50th anniversary we have an exciting new
addition to the Maypole Fete – our very own ‘Best in Show’ competitions!

• Entry 50p per person per entry
• Entries to be in place at the ‘Best in Show’ stand by 12:30 on the day with the
entry form below ready for judging (more forms will be available on the day)
Your entries can be collected from 3.45pm

There are four exciting categories for you to enter:

Best Family Favourite Cake
Adult class to be judged by Miranda Gore-Browne – the Great British Bake Off Finalist!

Best Tray Garden
Under 5’s to be judged by Landscape Architect Meg Sheehan

Best Lego Design
Infants (Reception; Year 1 & Year 2) – Best Mickey & Minnie Mouse House
Juniors (Years 3 to 6) – Best Space Landing

(Base to be no bigger than an A4 piece of paper.)

Best Seasonal Flower Arrangement
Adult class

We can’t wait to see your entries on the day!

Plaistow’s traditional village fete is set to take place on Bank Holiday Monday 4th May 2015, from 12pm-4pm, with entertainment for all the family.

The traditional village fete takes places on Plaistow village green (RH14 0PX) and will include entertainment for all the family including a bouncy slide, fairground rides, pony rides, classic cars, tractors, face painting and more. Plus, refreshments including a BBQ, beer tent, pimms stall and cream teas.

Come along and join the fun and see if your prized pet has what it takes to win a class in the dog show.

The sun shone down on Plaistow for the Bank Holiday Maypole Fete organised to raise funds for Plaistow Pre-School.

Kirdford & Plaistow’s Vicar, Rev. Paul Redpath gave a lovely speech to open the Fete and local personality and model, Jodie Kidd walked with the children onto the green and joined in the traditional Maypole dance that officially marks the start of the Fete.  Much to the children’s delight, special guests Peppa Pig and George then joined in the fun.

There were plenty of amusements for all of the family with fairground rides, pony rides, a fun tug-o-war and a popular dog show judged by ex Crufts judge, Helen Davis.  Also on display were two beautiful classic cars, vintage tractors and a steam engine.

The Maypole Fete is the most important fundraiser of the year for Plaistow Pre-School. This lively, community pre-school has played a crucial role at the heart of the village since it opened in the 1960’s. Led by Spirit FM’s ‘Teacher of the Year 2013’ – Carol Krol and assisted by a team of energetic and trusted staff, the pre-school has a uniquely caring atmosphere.

Plaistow Pre-School Chairman, Emma Thornhill commented “We had such a great turnout for our Fete this year and with people giving so generously, we look set to have raised over £4000. From all the hard work that everyone put into the day, we will be able to now invest more in the facilities and equipment at the pre-school, which is great news for the children.”

In addition, Plaistow Pre-School will be donating approximately £200 raised from the popular barrow-o-booze to local charity, Chestnut Tree House.

Following a career spanning 30 years at Plaistow Pre-School, Carol Krol has been recognised as ‘Teacher of the Year 2013’ at the Spirit FM Local Hero Awards held at The Avisford Hilton Hotel earlier this month.

On the night, the Lead Practitioner at the Pre-School was presented with a beautiful award and a cheque for £200 that was given to DEBRA, Carol’s chosen charity.

Carol has seen generations through the Pre-School and is much loved by the preschoolers and their parents.  Vicky Miliam, the Mum who nominated Carol for the award said “We felt Carol should be recognised for her outstanding contribution to the village in which she lives and works with such boundless enthusiasm. She works so hard without seeking praise. Carol Krol is a truly special lady.”

What makes Carol so special is her amazing knowledge and understanding of each child on every level. At the end of each day, Carol can meticulously recall exactly what has happened with each child. She is extremely helpful in giving practical ideas on how to support their learning and development at home, which ensures a happy time at Pre-School. She has an instinctive and intuitive way of ensuring each child’s happiness and helping them to prepare for primary school.

Emma Thornhill, Plaistow Pre-School Chairman said “Carol has made a unique and tireless contribution to Plaistow Pre-School and she is an integral member of the local community.  She has such a genuine, caring nature which comes from her heart.”