Orwell village Millennium 'Showcase'

Held at the Village Hall on Friday 17th March to Sunday 19th March 2000

Designed to ensure that all Orwellians know what 'goes on' in Orwell, the Showcase was held at the Village Hall. There was free entry to view more than 50 stands (prepared and manned by local individuals, clubs or societies), including an opportunity to have a free valuation of antiques. An enormous number of people were involved in various ways in organising and presenting this major local event.

Over the three days of the event, various refreshments were available, together with home made cakes and tea, with hot snacks available on the Saturday.

A further attraction was a lunchtime performance on the Sunday by the Orwell Singers.

Incidentally, this event received a grant from Awards for All.

Additional information can be found on this link.

General view in the Village Hall

The Orwell Friendship Club Stand

The Orwell Singers stand; the Singers performed on Sunday lunchtime.

Part of Alan Neaves' harness collection. Tea towels on the wall were just a few of the dozens collected and displayed by Mrs Olive Kruger

Attention, this is the 1st Orwell Scout Group stand.

The Caxton Antiques stand, where free antique valuations were available.

Mesdames Nancy Skipper and Doreen Chapman with the Orwell WI display

Mrs Watson with items knitted for charity by the ladies of Lordship Communal Club.

Mark Miller's "Orwell Air Force" display

Part of Petersfield School's art and craft display at the Showcase

The Millennium Reminder.....