Christmas Fayre 2010
The St Faith’s Christmas Fayre held at the church in Windmill Road, Brentford, on 23 November was a great success for all involved, building on the popularity of the first such event which took place last year. The Reverend Derath Durkin (pictured) could not have been more pleased. “We have had such good feedback from visitors, stall holders and the choirs who took part, and that makes all the hard work worthwhile” she said. “Nearly 1,000 people attended, with most making an early start to get ready for Christmas, either buying presents or ordering festive food.”
Revd Durkin was delighted to welcome Collin Ellar, the Mayor of Hounslow. Afterwards, he commented: “It was a pleasure to meet the community of people that attended and supported the event. I really enjoyed it and thought the atmosphere was warm, friendly and inclusive.”
Praise too from another important guest, Mary Mcleod, MP for Brentford & Isleworth. “It was a great evening. I really enjoyed seeing everyone and looking around the different stalls. I thought the choirs were fantastic. Well done to all the team who helped pull it together.”
Over 20 local businesses took part with each stall offering something special for Christmas, whether food and sweets, toys and games, or jewellery and gifts. Five choirs sang from 6pm to 9pm, with each different choir bringing something unique to the occasion.
Chiswick-based card maker Lorna Kyle’s stall was busy from the start. “I’d love to come again next year. It was a lovely evening and I really enjoyed all the choirs and music” she said.
Another stall holder, Catherine Concah h of Kumari Glass agreed, saying “Please count me in for next year”.
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