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Stratford’s inaugural TiddFest was a sound success




A VERY successful inaugural TiddFest was held at the Home Guard Club, Tiddington, on Saturday (7th September).

The free family event saw the community get together to enjoy an afternoon packed with great music provided by Tiddington duo Hokum & Hooch and former Ocean Colour Scene member Dan Sealey.

It was opened by Stratford’s new MP, Manuela Perteghella, who took part in an energetic bhangra dancing session put on by village group In2Cultures.

After opening Tiddfest at the Home Guard Club in Tiddington on Saturday Stratford’s new MP Manuela Perteghella tried her hand at Bhangra dancing. Photo: Mark WilliamsonTiddfest at the Home Guard Club in Tiddington saw a number of artists perform including Dan Sealey, formally of Ocean Colour Scene, along with Rikki Hansel and Rebecca Hallworth of Hokum & Hooch after which they were pictured with event organisers Rachel Grubb, chairman of the Tiddington Village Residents’ Association, and Andy Chilton. Photo: Mark Williamson
After opening Tiddfest at the Home Guard Club in Tiddington on Saturday Stratford’s new MP Manuela Perteghella tried her hand at Bhangra dancing. Photo: Mark WilliamsonTiddfest at the Home Guard Club in Tiddington saw a number of artists perform including Dan Sealey, formally of Ocean Colour Scene, along with Rikki Hansel and Rebecca Hallworth of Hokum & Hooch after which they were pictured with event organisers Rachel Grubb, chairman of the Tiddington Village Residents’ Association, and Andy Chilton. Photo: Mark Williamson

Tiddington’s very own Olympic rowing heroine silver medallist, Esme Booth, was there along with her medal from Paris and was greeted by an enthusiastic crowd. Esme also spoke to everyone about her journey from Alveston Primary School to the medal podium in Paris – a real inspiration to all the young people who were there.

Tiddington Village Residents’ Association organised TiddFest with the aim of putting on events and raising funds to improve both the fabric and community spirit of the village.

Tiddfest artists Dan Sealey, centre, and Rikki Hansel and Rebecca Hallworth of Hokum & Hooch pictured with organisers Rachel Grubb and Andy Chilton.
Tiddfest artists Dan Sealey, centre, and Rikki Hansel and Rebecca Hallworth of Hokum & Hooch pictured with organisers Rachel Grubb and Andy Chilton.

Chairperson Rachel Grubb said: “We were delighted to see so many villagers at TiddFest, there was a lovely atmosphere, and everyone enjoyed it. We rely on a small and dedicated group of volunteers who worked incredibly hard to prepare the event, I’m sure all attendees wish to join me in thanking them.”

Aria Grimes, aged five, and her sister Zoe, three, looked colourful pair after their face painting session. Photo: Mark WilliamsonAfter opening Tiddfest at the Home Guard Club in Tiddington on Saturday Stratford’s new MP Manuela Perteghella tried her hand at Bhangra dancing. Photo: Mark Williamson
Aria Grimes, aged five, and her sister Zoe, three, looked colourful pair after their face painting session. Photo: Mark WilliamsonAfter opening Tiddfest at the Home Guard Club in Tiddington on Saturday Stratford’s new MP Manuela Perteghella tried her hand at Bhangra dancing. Photo: Mark Williamson


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