 Press release May 2012
Press release one:
CALLING ALL CAKE MAKERS, BISCUIT DECORATORS AND FLOWER ARRANGERS
As part of Highgate’s Fair in the Square “The Country Fair in the Square” open to adults and children and organised in association with the Highgate Horticultural Society, will take place for the first time, this year in marquees on the forecourt of St. Michael’s Church on Saturday 16th June. Visitors will be able to view the entries and winners from 12.30pm.
There are eleven horticultural and domestic classes for adults including flower arrangements, pot plants, pickles, Victoria Sponge, jams, art and handicrafts. There are categories for the under 10’s as well as the 11-16 year olds including a vegetable or fruit monster, decorated biscuits to celebrate the London Olympics, fancy cupcakes and Father’s Day cards.
Entry forms, can be downloaded from www.fairinthesquare.co.uk and must be returned to Country Fair in the Square, c/o Day Morris, 61 Highgate High Street, London N6 5JY by June 10. The number of entries is limited and are on a first come first served basis.
Jenny Taylor of the Fair in the Square said, “Highgate is filled with so many talented gardeners, cooks and creative people and we think everyone will enjoy our traditional country fair – as participants or spectators. We are anticipating some exciting entrants and are grateful to the Highgate Horticultural Society for their support.”
Country Fair in the Square Categories:
Horticultural: Adults 1 1 vase mixed flowers from my garden (vase provided) 2 1 pot plant in flower, quality of flower the leading feature, maximum pot size 20cm 3 Mixed salad in growth, maximum pot size 20cm 4 Flower arrangement “A Victorian Posy”, a petite arrangement not to exceed 25cm overall (vase provided)
Horticultural: Children 5 A vegetable or fruit monster (under 10) 6 A Father’s Day card (under 10) 7 A vegetable or fruit monster (11-16) 8 A Father’s Day card (11-16)
Domestic: Adults 9 A jar of pickles or chutney 10 A jar of jam or marmalade 11 A traditional English or continental loaf of bread 12 A Victoria Sponge, jam filled and not more than 20cm 13 Fancy cupcakes
Domestic: Children 14 Decorated biscuits to celebrate the London Olympics (under 10) 15 Decorated biscuits to celebrate the London Olympics (11-16) 16 Fancy cupcakes (under 10) 17 Fancy cupcakes (11-16)
Handicrafts: Adults 18 Anything you’ve made 19 Anything you’ve sewn, stitched or knitted 20 A painting, not to exceed A4 in size Press release two:
DOG SHOW AT THE "FAIR IN THE SQUARE" - SATURDAY, JUNE 16 2012
Highgate’s "Fair in the Square" is on Saturday, June 16th from 12.30pm to 5.30pm in historic Pond Square and surrounding streets (www.fairinthesquare.co.uk) Once again the Fair will feature the hugely popular Dog Show organised by PetVet which will take place in the forecourt of St Michael’s Church in South Grove from 1pm. Categories are: 1. Best trick 2. Best child and dog in fancy dress 3. Best small dog 4. Best medium dog 5. Best large dog 6. Dog with the most appealing eyes Hair of the Dog in Highgate Village is giving every entrant 10% off a dog groom and 50% off for the winners of each category. Registration opens on Tuesday, May 1st at PetVet, 351 Archway Road (opposite The Woodman Public House) Highgate N6 5AA. There is an entrance fee of £2 per dog per category which PetVet will donate to The International Rhino Foundation. The closing date for registration is Thursday, May 31 (subject to space availability). Applications are on a first come first served basis and no entries are accepted on the day. Russell Hatton of PetVet said, "The Fair in the Square Dog Show is hugely popular with dogs, owners and spectators. Highgate is a very dog friendly place and I would urge people to sign up as early as possible as places go quickly". The Fair in the Square offers entertainment and activities for the whole family - nearly all of them free. Performances will include the Hornsey School for Girls Steel Band and many talented local groups. For children, there will be roundabout rides, face painting, storytellers, climbing wall and Punch and Judy shows. Over 100 stalls will line the Square selling arts and crafts, clothes, plants and delicious food. Local charities and societies are well represented. In addition there will be a traditional Country Fair featuring cakes and flower arrangements entered by local residents. The Fair is organised by a voluntary committee with the support of the Highgate Literary and Scientific Institution, The Highgate Society, St Michael's Church and countless helpers on the day. With thanks to the Fair’s principal sponsors: The Ham & High, Benham & Reeves, Cass Art, Day Morris, the Highgate Society and to Camden Council, Casablanca Marquees, The Hair of the Dog, PetVet, The Red Lion & Sun, Retail Human Resources and many other local businesses and individuals. Press release March 2012
‘The Fair in the Square’, a red letter day in the Highgate diary, takes place Saturday, June 16 2012, between 12.30pm and 5.30pm in Pond Square, South Grove, Highgate, London N6 5BS. This is the day of the year when Pond Square, the very heart of Highgate Village, buzzes with entertainment, stalls and events for the whole community. For up to the minute information on this free event visit www.fairinthesquare.co.uk
Two stages will showcase the talents of local ballet schools, choirs and musicians. On the programme so far are performances by The Hornsey School for Girls steel band, The Highgate Choral Society and Jacksons Lane Community Centre. There will be lots for younger visitors to enjoy, both as participants and spectators, with a welter of creative activities in the Cass Kids tent, Punch and Judy shows, Morris Dancers, roundabout ride, fire engines and much more. Teenagers will be clamouring for the bungee jump and climbing wall, while the Dog Show, as ever, will sets tails wagging. Charities, local societies and shops are amongst the 130 stalls selling an eclectic choice of jewellery, plants, books, crafts, alternative therapies and vintage clothes. New for this year will be a country fair tent with displays of cakes, produce and craft made by talented local people. The Fair is organised by a dedicated committee with the support of the Highgate Literary and Scientific Institution, The Highgate Society, St Michael's Church and it just wouldn't happen without the help of countless volunteers on the day.
Key sponsors include: Cass Art, The Ham & High, Benham & Reeves, Day Morris, Goldschmidt & Howland and The Highgate Society. The Fair also receives support from local residents and businesses and there is no admission charge on the day. Veronica Day, Chair of the Fair Committee says, “There has been a traditional Fair in Pond Square for over 300 years. Last year over 5000 people had a wonderful day and we are sure the 2012 Fair will be the best yet”.
Press enquiries: thefairinthesquare@gmail.com
Press releases June 2011
Post event press release: What an amazing day An unforgettable memory of the Fair in the Square will be the enormous crowd of happy people of all ages dancing to the sounds of the Hornsey School for Girls Steel Band in a packed Pond Square. Meanwhile children were bouncing on the Castle, whilst others were decorating masks in the Cass Art children’s tent, watching a traditional Punch and Judy show, learning to juggle, having their faces painted, wearing exotic balloon creations, climbing into the CCTV van and fire engine and showing off their ‘mountaineering’ skills at the climbing wall.
130 stalls selling a huge array of goods and delicious food surrounded the Square and ran all along both sides of South Grove to St Michael’s Church where the Church Choir sang madrigals and visitors enjoyed a refreshing cup of tea. Over 60 stalls were taken by local charities and societies who raised funds and recruited members; a large number of Highgate traders also took part this year. “I Can Dance” – a local charity run by a Highgate mother which helps children aged 5 to 25 with physical and learning disabilities to learn to dance raised enough money on their stall to fund a professional dance teacher for a term.
Dog Show Judges included Lynne Featherstone MP and actress sisters, Harriet and Matilda Thorpe with chief judge, Russell Hatton of PetVet providing an entertaining commentary. Well done to the dog show winners, as follows:
- Waggiest tail: Pudding (owner Caroline Egan) - Best dog and child in fancy dress: Max with Jack Marber - Best trick: Sadie (owner Sarah Elliot) - Best dog: Snoop(owner Sam Anderson) - Best bitch and Best in show: Tiger Lily (owner Helen Roe)
Highgate’s Pearlie King and Queen together with nine other Pearlies from around London mingled amongst the crowd.
Highgate once again proved it is filled with talent as over 200 performers, aged from 4 to 84 from local schools, classes and societies showed off their singing, dancing and musical skills.
Marje Isabelle, Chair of the Fair Committee, whose full time job is fundraiser for the Whittington Hospital, said. “It was a wonderful, memorable day. So many people enjoying themselves with so much to see and do, along with such a huge variety of stalls that were mostly local and lots were charities. We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back to The Fair in the Square on Saturday, June 16 2012.
The Fair could not happen without the help of more than 80 volunteers on the day, a dedicated committee plus the support of the Highgate Society, The Highgate Literary and Scientific Institution, St Michael’s and United Reformed Churches. With thanks to The Fair’s principal sponsors – The Ham & High and Benham & Reeves - as well as Cass Art; Camden Council; Casablanca Marquees; Goldschmidt & Howland; PetVet and Café Rouge and many generous donors.
It's almost time for Highgate's Fair in the Square!
The months of planning are nearly over and everything is in place for The Fair in the Square in Pond Square, Highgate Village, on Saturday, June 18th from 12.30pm to 5.30pm. www.fairinthesquare.co.uk Full programme details in Ham & High, June 16.
The dog show judges have been selected – Lynne Featherstone MP, actresses Harriet and Matilda Thorpe and chief judge and compere, Russell Hatton from PetVet. Dogs are practising their tricks and there are still a very few places left in some categories in the show. (Pre-registered dogs only by June 11) – no entries on the day).
Intrepid young ‘mountaineers’ will enjoy the climbing wall and fit older people can climb St Michael’s Church tower for the best views in London.
130 stalls have been booked –Highgate Stagecoach is offering an amazing prize of a scholarship for a year, and a free place for a term to two children of 6 and over.
The Hornsey School for Girls Steel Band is opening the Fair with the vibrant music of the Caribbean, followed by dance, exercise, kung fu and other exciting performances showcasing the talents of over 200 local people.
The Fair is organised by a committee of local volunteers in association with The Highgate Society, The Highgate Literary and Scientific Institution, St Michael’s Church and the United Reformed Church. The principal sponsors are The Ham & High and Benham & Reeves with the support of Camden Council, Cass Art, Casablanca Marquees, Café Rouge, Goldschmidt & Howland and 76 Harley Street.
Volunteers Wanted We need volunteers for The Fair in the Square in Pond Square, Highgate Village on Saturday, June 18 2011? Can you help setting up in the morning, or acting as stewards around the Square for a couple of hours between 12.30pm and 5.30pm? e mail thefairinthesquare@gmail.com - subject - Volunteers, or visit www.fairinthesquare.co.uk for more information. Press releases May 2011
Dog show at the Fair in the Square - Saturday 18 June 2011
Highgate’s “Fair in the Square” is on Saturday 18 June from 12.30pm to 5.30pm in historic Pond Square and surrounding streets. Once again the Fair will feature the hugely popular Dog Show organised by PetVet
which this year will take place in the forecourt of St Michael’s Church in South Grove. Categories are:
Registration is now open at PetVet, 351 Archway Road (opposite The Woodman Public House) Highgate N6 5AA. There is an entrance fee of £2 per dog per category which will go to charity. The closing date for registration is June 15 (subject to space availability). No entries are accepted on the day.
Russell Hatton of PetVet says: “Highgate is a very doggie place and this year we have moved the show to St Michael’s Church forecourt in order to enable more dogs to enter and extend the judging time. The show is great fun for the dogs, owners and spectators”.
The Fair in the Square offers entertainment and activities for the whole family - nearly all of them free. Performances will include the Hornsey School for Girls Steel Band and many talented local groups. For children there will be roundabout rides, face painting, storytellers and Punch and Judy shows.
Over 130 stalls will line the Square selling arts and crafts, clothes, plants and delicious food. Local charities and societies will be well represented. Afternoon tea will be available at The Highgate United Reformed Church and St Michael’s Church.
The Fair is organised with the support of the Highgate Literary and Scientific Institution, The Highgate Society, The Highgate United Reformed Church, St Michael's Church and countless volunteers.
With thanks to the Fair’s principal sponsors: The Ham & High and Benham & Reeves and to Casablanca Marquees; Cass Kids; Goldschmidt & Howland: Cafe Rouge; PetVet; The Red Lion and Sun, 76 Harley Street and many other local businesses and individuals. Press release April 2011
Join in the fun at Highgate's Fair in the Square 2011
‘The Fair in the Square’ is on Saturday 18 June 2011, between 12.30pm and 5.30pm in Pond Square, South Grove, Highgate, London N6 5BS. This is the day of the year when Pond Square, the very heart of Highgate Village is filled with entertainment and events for everyone. For up to the minute information visit www.fairinthesquare.co.uk.
Local ballet schools, dancers, singers and musicians will perform on the main stage as well as The Hornsey School for Girls Steel Band, The Highgate Choral Society and the Palace Band.
There will be lots for the younger visitors to enjoy, both as participants and spectators, including a welter of creative activities in the Cass Kids tent, Punch and Judy shows, roundabout ride, fire engines, police dogs and horses and much more. The Dog Show, is a highlight of the day. It is organised by PetVet, of Archway Road and the judges will be looking for the “Dog Performing the Best Trick” amongst other lighthearted categories. Entries in advance at PetVet by June 11 and only pre-registered dogs can take part.
Charities, local societies and shops are amongst the 130 stalls selling an eclectic choice of jewellery, beanbags, plants, books, crafts, alternative therapies and clothes.
The food area will be serving tasty treats from cupcakes and a hog roast to locally smoked fish and international cuisine. Afternoon teas will be served at both The United Reformed Church and in the forecourt of St Michael’s Church where the Dog Show will be held at 12.30pm and the Church Choir will be singing madrigals at 3pm.
Marje Isabelle, Chair of the Fair Committee and fundraiser at the Whittington Hospital comments: “The Fair has been held in the Square for many years and is a traditional Summer fete where people of all ages can meet, eat and be merry whilst enjoying all that is special in our lovely Village. We are enormously grateful to The Fair's key sponsors, Benham & Reeves and the Ham & High who have supported the Fair for so many years.
The Fair is organised with the support of The Highgate Literary and Scientific Institution, The Highgate Society, The Highgate United Reformed Church, St Michael's Church and countless volunteers. With thanks to Cass Kids; Café Rouge; Camden Council, Goldschmidt & Howland; PetVet; The Red Lion & Sun and 76 Harley Street for their support together with many local businesses and individuals. |
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