Datchworth Fête

The fête

Datchworth held its annual Village fête on 12^th June 2010.

It's a traditional village activity drawing the community together and raising money for village causes. Organized and run by local people, it includes games, events, entertainments and stalls.

The weather was fine and hundreds came along and had a great time.

The aim is partly to raise money, but much more importantly to provide a traditional family entertainment for the community.

Nevertheless the total taking on the day were our highest ever and came to over £13000. The details are below.

The fête Committee would like to extend a hearty thank-you to all the stallholders and helpers who gave their time and enthusiasm to make the day such a success.

How it's organized

It's organized by Datchworth Village Fête Committee, an ad-hoc group of local volunteers who, together with other helpers contribute about 1000 man-hours to planning and running each fête.

It's a not-for-profit event, and the committee is neither a commercial enterprise nor a registered charity.  Its funds are held at Barclays Bank. The would-be profits are paid to local charities, mainly All Saints' Church and Datchworth Village Hall.

We're always seeking the time, energy and enthusiasm of local people for this surprisingly rewarding activity.  Becoming involved, either on the Committee or as a helper is an excellent way of making new friends.

Without such contributions there would be no fête. If you're interested, contact Annie on  01438 798242.

Notes for 2010

• Bouncy castle and mini bouncy castle were combined under the former
• Coconut Shy and Crockery Smash were combined and equally apportioned
• Bungee Jump and Rodeo Bull were combined and equally apportioned
• White elephant details: bricabrac=£769, toys=£316
• Win a Teddy was called Win a Toy this year
• Misc includes monies handed in late and minor corrections
• Nett Takings here means Gross Takings minus float but not taking account of cost of merchandise. By contrast Profit and Loss uses Gross Takings. Takings is not the same as profits, which is takings minus costs. Costs include entertainments, materials, signs, foodstuffs and drinks, insurance, printing, cash-floats, services, licences and hire of equipment and trucks. We don't have all the bills yet, but in recent years costs were typically £5000-£7000.