Stephen Metcalfe, MP for
South Basildon and East Thurrock, joined the local community to open the
Horndon on the Hill annual Feast and Fayre last Saturday.
The fayre dates back to the
13th century when the village was granted a Royal Charter in 1215 to
hold a feast and celebration on the last weekend in June. Revived in 1974, the
Feast and Fayre sees the village transformed and the high road lined with a
diverse range of stalls and entertainment.
This year, under the theme of
‘the Legend of King Arthur’, the entertainment included live music, craft
sales, a 10km road race, and charity displays.
Mr Metcalfe commented: “The
Feast and Fayre is a brilliant celebration of the local area both now and
through the ages. It demonstrates that community spirit is very much alive and
well and provides local organisations and charities with a great platform to
champion great causes.”
“I would like to thank all
those involved in organising the fayre and the volunteers who gave up their
time to create such a great event. The atmosphere was fantastic and I hope that
those who attended enjoyed the occasion as much as I did. I look forward to
seeing this tradition continue for many years to come so that future
generations can celebrate the wonderful heritage of Horndon-on-the-Hill and
hope to be invited back next year to celebrate the 800th Anniversary
of the Charter.”
