Unfortunately, the Rotary Club of Tenby's Annual Mediaeval Fayre at Manorbier Castle, which was scheduled for last Wednesday, July 27, was virtually washed for the first time for some 20 years, and only the second time in the 25 years that the event has been held. After a dry day, everyone was hopeful that the promised rain would hold off for a further couple of hours, but as the opening time of 6 pm had almost arrived, the heavens opened and persistent rain followed almost all evening. Much debate ensued on whether to proceed, but in view of all the hard work that had been put in, and the number of people waiting, the fayre went ahead. It was opened by the Mayor of Tenby, Clr. Mrs. Tish Rossiter and her party, when a slight break in the weather appeared. Unfortunately, the heavy rain returned, and the number attending was substantially down on normal. As a result, the Rotary Club of Tenby suffered a large loss on the evening, due to the costs incurred in setting up. The club, however, has come back fighting, and Rotarians are busy arranging a 'Grand Summer Fayre' to be held at Penhoyle Farm, Penally (the home of Rotary president, Graham Fry) on Sunday, August 14, from 3 to 9 pm. The fayre will feature many attractions, and is sure to be a fun event. President Graham thanked everyone who had worked and facilitated the Mediaeval Fayre, along with everyone that had turned up at Manorbier Castle, all of whom, despite the weather, had thoroughly enjoyed themselves. He went on to pledge that all Rotarians were determined to ensure that the fayre at Penhoyle would be an event to remember and enjoyed. He issued a warm welcome to all, and hoped that a large crowd would support the event, thus ensuring that the Rotary Club would have funds available to assist their many charitable works in the year ahead. Footnote: Rotarian Steve Williams took over 120 photos at the Mediaeval Fayre, but unfortunately his very expensive digital camera was another victim of the weather, with no pictures being available, only an error message. This is probably a relief for many Rotarians, as their 'drowned rat' image will be saved from the public!
