Author: Steven Johnston

Grand Raffle Prize Winners

🎉✨ Announcing the Winners of the Rowlands Castle Village Fair Raffle 2025! ✨🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who purchased raffle tickets and supported this year’s Rowlands Castle Village Fair! We’re delighted to announce the lucky winners of our fabulous prizes. 🏆🎟️

🎊 And the winners are…🎊

Prize	Winner	Ticket
💰 £250 Cash Prize	Ian	Taupe 691
📜 Free Will Service donated by George Ide LLP	Adrian Wilcox	Blue 717
🌿 2 Garden Chairs donated by Home Hardware	Ben Evans	Pink 881
🌺 £125 Gift Voucher donated by Keydell Nurseries	Andy Gisby	Pink 727
🔥 £120 Firewood Logs Voucher donated by Forest To Fire	Harry Palmer	Pink 978
🍽️ £100 Meal Voucher donated by The Castle Inn	Jane Whitaker	Taupe 209
🏨 1 Night Stay for 2 People donated by The Robin Hood Inn	Sally	Green 124
🍾 £70 Magnum Cuvee Brut donated by Ashling Park	Maria Grady	Blue 734
🍴 £50 Meal Voucher donated by Robin Hood Inn	Allan Gilchrist	Green 12
🍴 £50 Meal Voucher donated by The George Inn	Heidi	Blue 108
🍴 £50 Meal Voucher donated by The Castle Inn	Lauren Sheldon	Pink 620
🍴 Meal Voucher donated by Blendworth Hills	Kevin Beardall	Pink 677
🍷 4 Bottles of Fine Wine donated by Nic Radcliffe	Martha Dombey	Green 3
💇 £35 Voucher donated by Barbers on the Green	Gill Lynas	Blue 471
💅 £30 Voucher for Bty by Elliemai	Cristina Pinkham	Blue 154
🍰 £15 Voucher donated by Lordington Tearoom	Jane Noble	Pink 759
🧩Jigsaw 1000 piece aerial view of Rowlands Castle donated by CJB Photography	David Mellish	Pink 214
⛳️ Ping grey golf cap donated by James Moore Golf	Dee Mauraki	Blue 196
⛳️ Ping green golf cap donated by James Moore Golf	Becky Tucock	Taupe 135
🎀 £20 worth of Hair Bows donated by Cutie-Licious Bows	Cathleen Graham	Taupe 189

Congratulations to all our winners! 🎉👏 And a massive thank you to our incredible sponsors for donating such generous prizes – your support means the world to us. 💖

If you’re one of the lucky winners, please get in touch to arrange the collection of your prize. We will also text or call you to confirm you are a Winner. 🏆

Once again, thank you to everyone who participated in the raffle and helped make this year’s village fair such a success. We look forward to seeing you all next year! 🌟

7 July 2025

An Incredible Day at the Rowlands Castle Village Fair

🎉🌟 What an Incredible Day at the Rowlands Castle Village Fair🌟🎉

Wow – what an amazing day we had yesterday at the Rowlands Castle Village Fair! The weather was challenging but the atmosphere was buzzing, and it was so wonderful to see our community come together to celebrate everything that makes Rowlands Castle so special. 💛

On behalf of the Rowlands Castle Village Fair Committee, we would like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who made this year’s event such a success:

🙌 To every single attendee – thank you for bringing your smiles, energy, and community spirit. You are the heart of this event!

🛍️ To our stallholders – your creativity and offerings added so much charm and excitement to the day.

🤝 To our sponsors – your generosity and support made this event possible.

🎶 To the live bands – thank you for filling the air with incredible music and making the day one to remember.

🏪 To our local businesses – your partnership and contributions were invaluable.

❤️ To our amazing volunteers – you worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure everything ran smoothly.

💡To the committee members – your dedication, hard work, and passion for this event shine through every year.

This fair is truly a team effort, and we are so grateful to every single person who played a part in its success. 🙏

We’re already counting down the days until next year’s fair – we can’t wait to see you all again in 2026 for another incredible celebration of our village and our community! 🥳

Until then, thank you, Rowlands Castle, for making this year’s fair so unforgettable. 💖

6 July 2025
A big thank you to The Castle Inn
🍔🎉 A Huge Thank You to The Castle Inn, Rowlands Castle! 🎉🍺

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful team at The Castle Inn, Rowlands Castle for their incredible support of this year’s Rowlands Castle Village Fair!💛

👏 Here’s how they’ve gone above and beyond for us:
- 🔥 Sponsoring this year’s Barbecue – Get ready for delicious food and good vibes thanks to their generosity!
- 🎁 Donating Amazing Raffle Prizes – Adding even more excitement to this year’s raffle with their thoughtful contributions.
- 🪑 Hosting Our Committee Meetings – Providing us with a welcoming space to plan and prepare for this fantastic community event.
The Castle Inn truly is a focal point for the Rowlands Castle community, and with their unwavering support, amazing food, and friendly staff, they continue to make our village an even better place to live. 💖

From all of us involved in the Village Fair, THANK YOU, Castle Inn, for being such a cornerstone of our community spirit. Your kindness makes all the difference! 🙌

L to R: Adrian, Andy, Herb, Grahame, Phil, Jessica, Bob, Steve P and Steven J. Apologies: Ian, Ed et al.

📅 We can’t wait to see everyone this Saturday from 11am at the fair – let’s make it a day to remember!
30 June 2025
A huge thank you to Henry Adams

Only 1 week left to this years Rowlands Castle Village Fair and we couldn’t do this without having our Main sponsor!!

🎉🌟 A Huge Thank You to Henry Adams! 🌟🎉

We are delighted to announce that this year’s Rowlands Castle Village Fair is proudly sponsored by Henry Adams! Their incredibly generous contribution is helping to cover the running costs of the fair, allowing us to focus on raising even more funds for good causes within the village and local area. 💛

Thanks to the success of last year’s fair, we were able to donate to local food banks and other deserving causes. With Henry Adams’ support, we hope to make an even bigger impact this year!

📅 When: Saturday, 5th July 2025
⏰ Time: From 11.00am
📍 Where: Rowlands Castle Village Green

Join us for a fun-filled day of entertainment, community spirit, and fundraising for those who need it most. Let’s make this year’s fair the best one yet!

💬 Spread the Word!Tag your friends, family, and neighbours, and let’s show our appreciation for Henry Adams and their amazing support.

29 June 2025
A huge thank you to Keydell Nurseries & Garden Centre

🌟🎉A Huge Thank You to Keydell Nurseries & Garden Centre!🎉🌟

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that the amazing team at Keydell Nurseries & Garden Centre in Horndean has generously donated a £125 voucher for this year’s raffle! 🙌🌺

Your kindness and support mean the world to us, and this incredible prize is sure to make one lucky winner’s day extra special! 💐✨

But wait, there’s more! 🎁🎟️ We have LOTS more fantastic raffle prizes up for grabs, so don’t miss out on your chance to win big while supporting a great cause.

Join us this Saturday for an exciting day filled with fun, community spirit, and, of course, our raffle draw! We can’t wait to see you all there!

Once again, a heartfelt thank you to Keydell Nurseries & Garden Centre for your generosity and community spirit. 💖

28 June 2025
Live Music – WonderBoy

🎶💃 **Get Ready to Dance the Night Away – WonderBoy Live at Rowlands Castle Village Fair!** 💃🎶

📅 When: Saturday, 5th July 2025
⏰ Time: 7.45pm
📍 Where: Rowlands Castle Village Green

As the evening heats up, it’s time to hit the dance floor because WonderBoy are taking the stage! These legends have perfected the art of bopping till you drop, so get ready for a night of absolute bangers that will have you moving your feet and singing your heart out! 🎤🎸

Whether you’re a fan of high-energy classics or just love a good party vibe, WonderBoy are guaranteed to bring the house down and end the night on a high! 🌟🔥

📣 Spread the Word: Tag your friends, bring your best dance moves, and let’s make this a night to remember!

12 June 2025
Live Music – AstroModa

🎶🌟 Evening Live Music Announcement – AstroModa Returns!🌟🎶

As part of our exciting evening entertainment**, we are delighted to welcome back the hugely popular AstroModa to the Rowlands Castle Village Fair! 🎤✨

📅 Date: Saturday, 5th July 2025
⏰ Performance Time: 6.00pm
📍 Where: Rowlands Castle Village Green

🎸 About AstroModa:
This incredibly talented sister duo, Veronica and Jessica Pal, are set to light up the stage with their crowd-pleasing pop/rock covers. Known for their electrifying performances and stunning vocals, AstroModa always deliver an unforgettable show that’s guaranteed to have you singing and dancing along! 💃🎶

📣 Don’t Miss Out! Gather your friends, family, and neighbours and join us for a magical evening of live music, great vibes, and community fun. Let’s show Veronica and Jessica the love and energy they deserve!

🌟 Spread the Word! Tag your friends and let’s make this evening one to remember!

31 May 2025
Horticultural Show
Get ready for one of the most anticipated events of the year—the Annual Rowlands Castle Village Fair! 🎉✨

We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic participants to showcase their green thumbs in the Horticultural Show. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a budding enthusiast, or simply love celebrating nature’s beauty, this is your chance to shine! 🌿🌷

And it’s not just about fruit, vegetables and flowers. Don’t forget the other categories:
- Arts and Crafts
- Cookery – including a special class only for men – Victoria Sponge Sandwich Cake
- Photography
- Childrens section with 4 age groups.
Entries to the Horticultural Show must be received by Wednesday 2nd July. Entries for the Garden Show must be received by 27th June.

Download 2025 entry form

Horticultural Show

Please spread the word—the more, the merrier! 🗣️✨
28 May 2025
Live Music – The Henrys

🎶✨ Exciting Live Music Announcement – The Henrys at Rowlands Castle Village Fair! ✨🎶

We are thrilled to welcome the incredible Henry Sr. and Henry Jr. – The Henrys – to this year’s Rowlands Castle Village Fair! 🌟 This talented father-son acoustic duo will be bringing their passion, skill, and love for music to the stage, and we can’t wait for you to see them perform!

📅 Date: Saturday, 5th July 2025
⏰ Time: 4.30pm
📍 Where: Rowlands Castle Village Green

🎵 What to Expect: Specialising in Beatles music, The Henrys are widely regarded as one of the best Beatles acts in the UK! But their talent doesn’t stop there—they’ll also perform a fantastic selection of timeless hits from the 50s to 80s, all brought to life with their authentic vocal harmonies and multi-instrumental flair.

27 May 2025
Live Music – Tragic Roundabout

Get ready to dance, sing, and feel the energy because Tragic Roundabout is coming to this year’s Rowlands Castle Village Fair! 🎤✨

📅 When: Saturday, 5th July 2025
⏰ Time: 2.45pm
📍 Where: Rowlands Castle Village Green

🌟 About Tragic Roundabout:
Hailing from Brighton, this incredible punk/ska/klezmer band is known for their eclectic, high-energy performances that get the crowd moving! Combining hardcore ska beats, klezmer melodies, and Eastern Bloc influences, they’ve built a cult following on the UK festival circuit—and now they’re bringing their electrifying vibe to Rowlands Castle! 🎸🎷

Expect nothing less than a show-stopping performance filled with energy, passion, and unforgettable music. Whether you’re a long-time fan or seeing them for the first time, this is a set you won’t want to miss! 💃🔥

📣 Spread the Word! Tag your friends, grab your dancing shoes, and join us for an afternoon of incredible live music at the fair. Let’s make this performance one to remember!

26 May 2025