St Faith's Fair
Contributors 2007
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Gallery 2007
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Medieval Costume
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Contributors 2007
 | Ye Olde George Inn
Ye Olde George Inn, originally the George & Dragon coaching inn, can lay claim to being the oldest hostelry in Christchurch. The earliest reference to it is dated 1630. Although it is not a medieval building, it is situated on the crossroads that was at the heart of the Saxon burgh, and this was quite possibly the location of the marketplace.
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This page lists, in no specific order, the local groups and individuals that contributed to St Faith's Fair 2007.
The organisers of St Faith's Fair wish to express appreciation for the enthusiasm and support of all those who took part.
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Country Markets
 Country Markets is a national organisation that provides an outlet for a range of quality baked goods, preserves, and crafts all homemade by local producers.To join, go along and introduce yourself to the controller.
The Christchurch market is in the Druitt Hall, High Street, on Mondays 9.30am - 11.30am.
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Christchurch Local History Society
 A society dedicated to the study of the past of the ancient borough and the preservation of all aspects of Christchurch's surviving heritage. This is achieved through regular talks and events, a programme of projects and initiatives, and the management an archive collection.
If you have any unusual historic features in your Christchurch house, or have unearthed some interesting archaeology in your garden, these are the people to talk to about it.
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Martin Young - Stained Glass Artist & Tutor
 Christchurch Borough Council's stained glass artist in residence at Place Mill. Specialising in traditional hand painted and kiln fired stained glass panels. Period and contemporary designs. Commissions, repair work and tuition to order.
Martin is also a medieval longbow archer.
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The Wessex Household
 The Wessex Household is a medieval re-enactment society based in and around Bournemouth. It represents the 15th century era of the Wars of the Roses, in which the Lancastrians (red rose) and the Yorkists (white rose) fought for the throne of England.
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The Christchurch Antiquarians
 The Christchurch Antiquarians was formed by the members of the Christchurch Local History Society for the more effective furtherance and implementation of the Christchurch Castle project, and to use their group expertise in the interests of other local heritage issues. The group has conducted core sample analysis of the Castle motte and employed ground penetrating radar equipment at Millhams Meade.
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New Forest Guild Of Weavers, Spinners & Dyers
 The Guild consists of an assortment of people who all share an enthusiasm for spinning, weaving, knitting, crochet and felt making. It holds talks, demonstrations and workshops, and help is always available for anyone wanting to try their hand at something different. There is an interesting variety of breeds of sheep in the New Forest area and the Guild is involved in promoting the use of local fleece.
The Guild meets at Greyfriars, in Ringwood, on the second Saturday in the month. For details please contact Louise Guichard: 01202 397873 |
Christchurch Calligraphy Circle
 The Circle invites speakers to give talks and demonstrations on the subject of the written word. Members can exchange ideas, discuss each other's work, and encourage beginners.
The Circle meets at Priory House, Quay Road, in Christchurch, on the first Friday in the month from February to October. For details please contact Derek Wareham: 01425 270556
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Mudeford Carving Club
 The Club is an enthusiastic group of woodcarvers. Although it is not a teaching group it can offer guidance to beginners and new members are welcome.
The Club meets at Stanpit Village Hall, Stanpit every Thursday 7.00pm - 10.0pm. For details please contact George Phillpot: 01425 270334 or
Joyce Wareham: 01425 270556
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Christchurch U3A - Cross Stitch and Needle Craft
 A group for anyone wanting to learn cross stitch or any needle-related craft. Don’t forget your glasses!
The group meets at Beaufort Community Centre, Beaufort Road, Bournemouth on Mondays 1.30pm - 3.00pm.
Christchurch U3A offers a programme of educational and leisure activities for those not in full-time employment, and is part of a worldwide movement. Members with similar interests meet during the day in small groups, either weekly or fortnightly and at various venues. The main aim is to advance the education of retired people and assist them in pursuing their interests within a social environment.
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Friends of the Red House Museum
 The main aim of the Friends is fundraising in support of the Red House Museum, which situated in Quay Road at the medieval heart of Christchurch. Their work enables the development of displays, maintenance of the museums’s garden, and to supply volunteers to work with the Resource Room collection. Membership gives free or reduced admission to many of the special events held at the museum and a free newsletter. For more details please contact Mararet Smith 01202 485761 |
Christchurch Folk
 Christchurch Folk hosts traditional music sessions at The Ship Inn on the second Wednesday of every month and Ye Olde George Inn on the last Wednesday of every month.
Members have also provided traditional music for charity parties, held folklore celebrations of the seasons, performed mumming plays, and organised community events such as the annual Tutton's Well - Well Being Day and St Faith's Fair. |
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