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The day was a lot of fun with The Hoop Guy and Lance the Hoglet (a baby hedgehog) attracting much attention. Leamington Hastings School maypole dancers were a pleasure to watch, as were the teddies parachuting from the top of the tower. Together with the moat and tower tours and a lovely variety of craft stalls, there was entertainment for everyone.

Good news from our friends at the National Lottery Heritage Fund. They have emailed Karen Nichols, our Churchwarden, to congratulate us on the successful completion of our project. It has been a long and, at times, very difficult journey but to see our beautiful church now has made all the effort worthwhile. Many people have contributed to our success and we wish to thank you all. Without you, none of this would have been possible.

We held a lovely service at St Nicholas today. The children in the choir sang beautifully as we celebrated and gave thanks for our wonderful church following the repair, renovation and restoration work. Also for the servery and toilet installed and the new baptistery.

St Nicholas hosted an evening of willow weaving yesterday. Over thirty people had the opportunity to learn about this craft and to have a go at making willow wreaths. Many thanks to basket maker, Deb Jones, for such an informative evening and to all those who visited. An enjoyable time was had by all.

St Nicholas hosted a congregation of scarecrows today. It was a lovely afternoon with visitors voting on their favourites. As well as the large scarecrows, children and adults had the opportunity to create mini scarecrows. Delicious cream teas were served which gave people the chance to sit and chat.

St Nicholas has had a wonderful, happy weekend. Friday and Saturday saw our Christmas Tree Festival and Santa Trail of Light, much enjoyed by families and friends. Treats of hot chocolate, mulled wine and mince pies rounded off two lovely evenings. During the day on Saturday, we also had a Christmas craft fair and the 12 Days of Tudor Christmas.