The BEPA stand enjoyed an abundance of children eager to exhibit their artistic talents in collage design. Split into three age groups it was most noticeable that the 7 to 11 year olds had a far more imaginative mindset than the 12 years plus group - perhaps a reflection on true innocence, before influences of TV and computer games 'dull' there imagination and individualism? Children who had been to last year's Spring Fling tried their wits again this time to walk away with the coveted £20 prize and at the end of an exhausting day we had over 470 collages spread on every shelf, table and floor space.

Looking around it was apparent that other stands were also doing collages - our idea has been copied! Unfortunately, this means that BEPA needs to re-think its strategy for another year and come up with a new educational idea.

The WI was most supportive in their production of Fawcet Fudge, cooking enough to last the whole day. It was a great pleasure presenting a free sample to the traders of the Fudge stall who couldn't believe what it was made from - nor could most others who tried it! 500 recipe leaflets were handed out to eager mothers, while youngsters came back for seconds.

Many thanks to all members who helped on the day and in setting up. Thanks to BEPA members for supplying pea, beans and lupins for the collages, display boxes and 'guessing the numbers of peas in the jar'.