Late Yuletide

IT was all smiles on Saturday when nearly 60 youngsters enjoyed a Christmas party at the Conservative Hall in East Preston.

The party was funded by the annual flower show and auction in East Preston during the summer and Charles Ball, from the Royal British Legion, said everyone had a fantastic time.

The children were entertained throughout the afternoon by Timbo the Magic Man, as well as being treated to a smashing buffet tea organised by Ann James and her stalwart band of helpers.

After tea, Father Christmas popped in to hand out presents and, when it was time to go home, the tired party-goers were each given a bag of sweets.