You can't book the weather (we got drizzle, and more drizzle!) but this certainly didn't put a dampener on the day.  We had some super entries for our Triathlon and other competitions and everyone seemed to enjoy the BBQ, with the Burgers and hot dogs going down a treat! Our thanks go to the local Scouts for cooking and organising the Triathlon once again.

There were some very creative carvings in the Pumpkin competition, and we had over 15 entries this year! We had lots of entries for our photography competition, but the eventual winner was 5 year old Amelia Walker who was presented with her trophy by Lady Cavendish.

Bigland Hall Equestrian brought four ponies to the event to give rides to the children through the woodland on the edge of the park. I think we can safely say that they proved a hit, with a long queue until the end of the day. The Toffee Vodka samples from Kin Vodka were enjoyed by many of our residents, as were the canapés made by the chefs at The Ilex Brasserie at Holker.

Local artisan bakers, Fat Flour from Cark brought a tasty selection of their fresh breads and pastries, raising over £70 from the proceeds for Cancer Care.  Many enjoyed the Halloween cupcakes and bakes made by Lynn Hornby; the proceeds of which went to our designated charities: St Marys Hospice and Guide Dogs for the Blind. Our Prize Raffle proved most popular, and all the prizes have now been claimed. In total, we raised £1,134.53 for the two charities.  In addition, Molly Swindell at Plot 8 has raised £68.50 for the sale of her hand made cards and jewellery, this will be going to St Marys Hospice.

We would like to thanks all local businesses for their support and involvement, and of course our residents for making the day such a success.