02/09/2026
Working at the Hartest Fete, Bank Holiday Monday, 31st August 2026. From memory, I think this is the fourth time. After the Church Bells rang out, and Bag Pipes were played, at 1 p.m., Terry Waite opened the event, with an appropriate speech, regarding Village life and the local community.
My trade stand was next to the Village Telephone Kiosk, which has just been given a preservation order, and yes, you can use the phone inside !
Hartest is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The view from the top of the steepest Hill in Suffolk [Hartest Hill], is looking towards Hawkedon - note the rain storm in the distance.
Peter Winch, a school friend from the 1970's, who now lives nearby, took the Trade stand photo.