SIR,

A successful apple day was held in The Babington Centre, Trellech, on Saturday 22nd October.

This event is set to become a popular annual fixture in our calendar.

Sue and Peter Flower did a fantastic job of organising the day, which raised more than £350 of essential funds for our roof repairs before the winter weather sets in.

The apple day included a display of interesting and unusual apple varieties, a gorgeous array of food for lunch, apple related products to buy, some competitions and a raffle with prizes donated by local businesses including The Lion pub.

I was thrilled to be the winner of the apple tree kindly donated by Carrob Growers, Llangunville Farm Nursery.

There was also a fascinating display of old photographs of Trellech.

Alice Britt, Gwent Orchards Project officer, came along and shared information with us all.

Thanks to everyone who supported this event. Look out for the 2012 apple day which is being planned already.

Sarah Whiddett

(Trustee and Friend of

The Babington Centre)