Newton-le-Willows residents turned out in their numbers to support a couple of red-hot events on Bank Holiday Monday.
Organised by St Helens Council rangers service, a traditional craft display was held at Willow Park where visitors could enjoy a relaxing afternoon watching skilled craftsmen and women in action with hands-on demonstrations.
Meanwhile, in conjunction with the craft fair, the Newton High Street Hub project hosted a tasty food market at the Pied Bull Hotel. The project, made up of local organisations, helps stage events that bring the community together.
St Helens Council’s Cabinet Member for Green, Smart and Sustainable Borough Seve Gomez-Aspron, who tried his hand at wood turning, using a pole lathe said:
“Nothing pleases me more as a councillor than seeing the community come out in force and having a great time in the sun.
“When we formed the High Street Hub last year, we didn’t imagine for a minute the success it would be, and it’s all down to the hard work of business owners.
“I’d like to thank all those responsible for putting these events together for taking out the time and making them such a success. Without them, it wouldn’t be possible.”