Young people help with organising this year's summer fete

Llangollen Summer Fete is involving young people more than ever in the big annual event.   

The committee decided to invite a pupil from Ysgol Dinas Bran to become a junior member of the organising team for this year and Faye Roe-Rothwell, who is in her final year with exams underway, was chosen.  

The committee has also already run a competition for junior pupils to design the fete’s official flyer that will be delivered to houses across town. 

The winner was 11-year-old Bronagh Cooke from Ysgol Y Gwernant and because the calibre of entries was so high it was decided that the others should be posted regularly on social media and also form the Treasure Hunt around the fete on the day. 

A spokesperson for the fete committee said: “Faye has contributed so much value already, representing her age group particularly well, and at a time when most pupils face a lot of pressure with upcoming exams she has handled the additional role with grace. 

“She has been welcomed by the committee and settled in to give many great suggestions, help with finding raffle prizes as well as running a proportion of the social media for the 2025 fete. We are very pleased with what she has brought to the table. 

“Llangollen Summer Fete is for local people by local people. We already have local businesses, charities and groups taking part. 

“The committee and volunteers are community-minded local people. And now they are really proud do say that the young people of Llangollen town are also a part of making the fete happen. 

“We hope to see you all at the event spending time with your friends and neighbours, reconnecting with people and enjoying the entertainment, stalls, activities, crafts as well as the food and drink..

“The event is entirely funded by sponsorships and donations. Part of this is done through the raffle with local prizes.”

* You can buy raffle tickets at Plas Newydd daily or at their stall in town outside the Town Hall on Saturdays from 12-2pm.