Garden Party Photos

The John F. Nicoll Pipe Band processes at the end of the Opening Ceremonies of the 2014 British Garden Party and Fête.

We have a superfluity of photos from this year’s British Garden Party and Fête. If you attended, these photos will undoubtedly bring back happy memories. If you missed it, then . . . → Read More: Garden Party Photos

And the reviews are in….

[The following is from a blog entitled “Desperate English Housewife in Washington.” The original also has a number of pictures from the Garden Party.]

A Little Piece of Britain in the USA

Dr Horn’s Punch & Judy Show at the 2014 British Garden Party & Fête. Photo courtesy Desperate English Housewife . . . → Read More: And the reviews are in….

Garden Party Highlight: The Barley Mow

The Barley Mow

Our pub serves wine, soft drinks, and beer—choose on tap, or in bottles. Outdoor seating is available under the trees, with a good view of all of the activities in the center of the Village Green.

Located right next to the Barley Mow, choose authentic pub grub such as . . . → Read More: Garden Party Highlight: The Barley Mow

A Royal Summons

His Majesty King Henry VIII most earnestly desireth thy presence at St Stephen’s British Garden Party and Fête, this Saturday, the third day of the merry, merry month of May, from eleven of the clock in the morning until four of the clock after noon. Peruse this page for particulars.

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Garden Party Highlights: Jumble

You’ll find only the best jumble at the Portobello Road White Elephant stall. From basic, functional items (kitchenware, picture frames) to the more exotic, everything is priced to sell.

For details, check out our Garden Party page, or browse our gallery of photos from last year’s Garden Party.

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Garden Party Highlights: Children’s Activities

Kids can make a memorable keepsake to decorate their bedrooms, or as a gift for Mum. ( Mother’s Day is just around the corner!) Or they can get their own faces painted; animals are generally more popular than clowns or mimes. (There is a modest fee to cover materials and supplies.)

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Garden Party Highlight: Fun and Games

There are two Wheels of Chance: a Wine Wheel for adults, and a Chocolate Wheel for all and sundry. Listen for bargain spins with extra markers for your money.

There are a variety of old-style races for kids: sack races, three-legged races, … You remember these from your childhood, don’t you? Now your . . . → Read More: Garden Party Highlight: Fun and Games

Garden Party Highlight: Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea in Quimby Hall

One of the centerpieces of the Garden Party, the Tea Room offers continuous service of afternoon tea. Tea sandwiches, scrumptious desserts, and of course, tea.

For details, check out our Garden Party page, or browse our gallery of photos from last year’s Garden Party.

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Garden Party Checklist

How can you help make our Garden Party a success? Let us count the ways…..

Rummage through your house for unwanted bric-a-brac, collectibles, books, DVDs, CDs, etc. and drop them off on the jumble table in Quimby Hall. Sell advertisements and sponsorships for the brochure. Must be received by April 25th. Pick up a poster . . . → Read More: Garden Party Checklist

Hey, Ho, Come to the Fair

Strains of “Scotland the Brave” and other traditional Scottish and Irish music will once again kick off the annual Garden Party and Fete at St. Stephen’s at 11:00 AM on May 3rd, performed by the John F Nicoll Pipe Band.

For over 35 years the John F. Nicoll Pipe Band has been carrying on the . . . → Read More: Hey, Ho, Come to the Fair