THE showers didn't dampen the spirits of the army of people who went along to support the Great Oaks annual fete.

Celia Burton who was the main organiser puts the success of the day down to a "team effort by many".

She said: "It was a real team effort and yet again we raised around the £5,000 mark. We had a wonderful performance by the Silver Pillowell Band and the Air Cadets played their drums.

"We had a fabulous afternoon and despite the sharp showers everybody seemed happy.

"I wish to thank everybody who helped organise as well as support us on the day. We had some wonderful entertainment and refreshments all of which wouldn't have been possible without their help."