The village has certainly been busy over the last few months.   Things began to happen when the tenor bell broke and everyone rallied round to raise the necessary money for its repair - we made our way to the Manor Hall on many occasions - first in the snow for a Curry and Quiz Night; a Coffee Morning;  a West Country Night Out with Tom and Barbara Brown;  a Sing-a-Long Folk Night at The Globe and just a couple of weeks ago, an evening with David Chaffe and his barn owl, Phantom.   The necessary money was raised and the bell repaired.

      But, there have also been events raising funds for other village activities including the Horticultural Show's Gardeners' and Crafters' Lunch [by the way, how's your spud doing?], Alex Horne and his evening of bird watching fun, Tales of Time and Tide, the Country Collection Display week-end, a Barn Dance, the Great Plant Sale and, of course, the ever-colourful and professional annual BBC Show, Berry Entertaining.   

      All first-class events, very well organised and equally well supported.

      We'll shortly be in to the 'fete' season, beginning with the Primary School's on the 14th July, the Manor Hall Berry Revels on the 4th August, and St. Peter's Church Fayre on the 18th.

      But, it doesn't end there!   Rumours abound that Fenella and Jane have something up their sleeves.   In conjunction with Beaford Arts, they are planning a big village 'happening'  - Tongues of Fire - in early October:   bells will be ringing, choirs singing and children and villagers processing! So, watch this space as they say.

      This year it has been Paul's turn to depict Watermouth from Napps and sincere thanks to Mike and Sue Richards of Napps for once more sponsoring our colour cover, and Paul for coming up trumps, as he always does.

      Within the cover - another bumper issue, thanks to all the contributors.   Next issue - August - when in addition readers will receive the Schedule for the Horticultural and Craft Show.    Can it really be that time again?   Don't forget the date - 29th August.

      Articles and items for the August Newsletter will be required please as soon as possible and by WEDNESDAY, 15TH JULY, at the latest.   Thanks.

      So far the forecast long, hot summer seems to be eluding us but we can't complain too much.   However, it would be nice if it warmed up a little, especially at night - after all, we are only four weeks off the longest day - keep your fingers crossed!

Ed.