AUTUMN FETE – Much Cowarne’s annual fete will be held at Tan House Farm from 2pm on September 7. Apart from a history tent, crafts stalls, cakes, produce, pony rides, teas and hot dogs there will be the usual games plus steam railway rides at Capon Bridge. Entrance is free and all are welcome.

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