On Sunday, following the coronation of King Charles III, Westfield Parish Council hosted a ‘Big Lunch’ for families at Westhill Recreation Ground.

Assisted by Westhill Club and Dan’s Ice Cream Van who provided some great food, drinks and ice creams, the attendees were well looked after. The Parish Council paid for three hundred of each item and they were all taken up and appreciated. One of the Councillors – James Honess – cooked up some delicious cakes to help celebrate the occasion.

On site were two very bouncy castles from Jolly Jumpers and face painting for anyone who wanted to look colourful in red, white and blue for the occasion. These were incredibly popular.

Councillor Geoff Fuller opened proceedings, helped by Westfield’s 2023 Inspirational Citizen, Marion Harrington. They introduced the Midsomer Norton and Radstock Sliver Band, who are always on hand to help the Parish Council get their events off to a good start. God Save the King was played to get things started and the band played some great popular, traditional tunes to get everyone in the mood.

Then Pete of PDJ Discos took over and the party got well under way! Pete did a great job of keeping everyone entertained. The children were all invited to take part in different competitions – a colouring competition, a fancy dress competition and a poetry competition. Pete also arranged several games of his own and everyone went away with a prize.

The event was watched over by stewards from Jesters Carnival Club. Thanks must also go to St John’s Ambulance who, luckily, had a very quiet day.

Terry Andrews of Westhill Club was absolutely delighted that the day had gone so well. His staff all worked very hard to make sure everyone had their free food and drinks and the Parish Council are very grateful to them.

The Parish Council said, “An event like this is always well received and, while we are conscious that the annual Fun Day that the Parish Council used to organise hasn’t happened for a few years, we would like to put something on for the people of Westfield on a regular basis.”

“We cannot do this without your help – we need volunteers. If you are interested in becoming part of these occasions then please contact the Parish Council.”