The Binsted Fete
Get Involved - The Fate of the Binsted Fete is in your hands!
The Binsted Village Fete is a much-loved local tradition, run entirely by volunteers. To keep it alive and thriving, we are looking for enthusiastic people to form a brand new organising committee.
Each role is important to the smooth running of the Fete, but no one is expected to do everything alone. The outgoing committee will be available to support you if needed, but there is plenty of room to bring in your own ideas.
We do ask for committed people who are willing to see each role through from planning to the big day (and the wrap-up afterwards), but by filling all of the job roles and working as a team, the time commitment required is very achievable.
Chair
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What you’ll do: Oversee the organisation of the fete, keeping everything on track. Lead meetings, coordinate the committee, and act as the main point of contact. On the day, you’ll also act as MC and ensure things run smoothly.
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Skills: Good communication and a bit of confidence in leading.
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When: Mostly in the lead-up, with a key role on the day and at the AGM afterwards.
Marketing Coordinator
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What you’ll do: Manage publicity for the fete – updating the website (Wix), designing & distributing posters, flyers and banners (Canva or PowerPoint) and overseeing social media posts (Insta and Facebook).
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Skills: Basic design and digital skills – or just a willingness to learn!
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When: Mainly in the lead-up and after the fete day, but also available to lend a hand on the fete day itself.
Stalls Coordinator
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What you’ll do: Plan the layout and make-up of stalls. Manage the Fete Store & source additional equipment. Communicate with commercial stallholders and volunteers and ensure they’re set up on the day.
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Skills: Organisational skills, communication and creativity (Canva or PowerPoint helpful for planning layouts).
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When: Mostly in the lead-up and on the day.
Sponsorship & Raffle Prize Secretary
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What you’ll do: Contact local sponsors and businesses to secure support for the fete, whether that’s financial contributions, raffle prizes, or dog show sponsorship. Keep a record of prizes, coordinate collection & manage the prize display. Manage raffle volunteers on the day.
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Skills: Communication and confidence in asking for support.
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When: Mostly in the lead-up and on the day.
Treasurer
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What you’ll do: Manage the fete’s finances – keeping track of spending and income, maintaining simple spreadsheets, and producing the final accounts.
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Skills: Comfortable with Excel or basic bookkeeping.
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When: Before and after the fete.
Dog Show Coordinator
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What you’ll do: Manage the Fun Family Dog Show, including contacting previous winners about returning trophies, liaising with sponsors, booking judges, and organising classes.
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Skills: Good communication and a bit of physical energy on the day.
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When: Lead-up and on the day.
Flower, Produce & Craft Show Coordinator
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What you’ll do: Finalise the competition schedule, gather last year's winners trophies and organise engraving and cleaning, organise judges, and oversee entries on the day. This is one of the highlights of the fete and a great way to keep traditions alive.
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Skills: Knowledge of flowers, baking or crafts is helpful, but not essential – organisation is key.
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When: Lead-up and on the day.
Why Volunteer?
Being part of the Binsted Fete committee is hugely rewarding – you’ll meet new people, make a difference to the community, and help keep a wonderful village tradition alive. You don’t need to be an expert, just willing to give your time, share your ideas, and see your role through.
If no one steps forward, the Binsted Fete WILL NOT go ahead in 2026.
If you would like to chat about any of the roles above, please Get in Touch
📧 info@binstedfete.co.uk
📞 call Matt to chat - 07717 750035
🌐 www.binstedfete.co.uk
Our Event Partners
Thank you to all of our amazing volunteers and event partners who help us to run our fab fete!
Holy Cross Church, Binsted
Holy Cross Church, Binsted is situated in the middle of the Village, close to the Primary School and the Wickham Institute. Back for another year, the Holy Cross Church team will be providing FREE face painting and children's crafts for your little ones to enjoy.
The current building dates from the 12th Century but it is believed there may have been an earlier Saxon church on or near the site. Field Marshall Lord Montgomery, who was a regular worshipper at Holy Cross, is buried in the graveyard.
The Binsted Church Appeal in an ongoing fundraising project to keep our beautiful Church, Bell Tower and Churchyard in good condition. Further details can be found at www.benbinfro.co.uk/our-churches/binsted
Friends of Binsted School (FOBS)
The fabulous FOBS team will be running the teas in the Pavilion this year. Come and find them to hear about their latest activities at our beautiful primary school.
Friends of Binsted Primary School is an association of parents, carers and families of children at the school. Governors, staff and other people closely linked to the school community are also members.
FOBS exists to help provide resources and experiences to enrich the learning of all the pupils in the school.
Find out more about FOBS current fundraising activities at www.binsted.hants.sch.uk/friends-of-binsted-school-fobs/
The Binsted Inn
Thank you to Laurie and the staff at The Binsted Inn for taking on the setting up and running of the bar this year.
The Binsted Inn is a charming boutique pub and inn offering a warm, modern welcome. With six boutique en-suite rooms, it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind in comfort and style. Whether you're visiting for a drink, a meal, or an overnight stay, you’ll enjoy a warm welcoming to you and your four-legged friends.
To book a table in the restaurant or a room for an overnight stay, go to their website www.binstedinn.co.uk
Binsted Tennis & Croquet Club
Come and find the Have-a-Go croquet sessions run by the Binsted Tennis and Croquet Club.
This volunteer-run, not-for-profit sports club, provide an all weather tennis court and grass croquet facilities for the local Binsted community.
To find out about their membership options and prices, visit their website... https://e-voice.org.uk/btcc/
Hawbridge Farm
The lovely folks at Hawbridge Farm are providing the popular tractor rides again for us this year. It's the best way to see the whole of the Fete ground and plan what stall you'll visit.
Located on the edge of the South Downs National Park, just outside the market town of Alton, Hawbridge Farm boasts spectacular views and offers a unique location for your next get together. Whether it’s a classic English country wedding, a private party under the stars, or even a craft fair - it’s the perfect place to create your very own unique event.
Find out more on their website www.hawbridgefarm.co.uk
Loos for Dos
Loos for Dos are our local, multi-award winner portable loo provider for outdoor events. We are so grateful for the support they have given to the Binsted Fete over the last few years!
For more information on the services they provide, go to their website... www.loos.co.uk
Milk Club
Once again, our wonderful local Milk Club are kindly donating milk for our popular tea pavilion this year!
Milk Club is your local milkman but with a difference! Our mission is to make it easy for you to get great quality products, conveniently but also in a way which doesn’t harm the planet.
Whilst the world is having to find new ways of working to adapt to the climate crisis it seems like there are some solutions that we just need to re-discover. Milk Club brings you that traditional service of the milkman with deliveries in electric vehicles of plastic free, return & reuse products ready in time for breakfast.
For more infomration on what and where they deliver go to https://shop.milk.club/