Winster Guisers would like to thank their friends, old and new, who supported them over the recent Christmas performances. £1,100 was raised by your generous contributions for charity, local and national. The money has been donated to the following: Winster and Elton Luncheon Club Winster Darby and Joan Club Winster School PTFA RNLI Air Ambulance Samaritans Mountain Rescue Kenya Rams We hope to see you all again next Christmas season.

Winster Traditional Pancake Race Tuesday 17 February at 2,15 in Winster Main Street DE4 2DJ Visitors, including children, who wish to take part should bring a small pan and pancake. Everyone welcome. Prizes for the children.

Winster’s festive season began in true village style on Sunday 7th December, as residents gathered outside the historic Market House for the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. This year’s event was made especially memorable by the presence of Carnival Queen, Kate Conner who helped unveil the sparkling display and bring a sense of seasonal magic to the village. Before the switch-on, Kate visited the Winster Village Shop to assist with the unveiling of its newly dressed