Fete 1959
Carole will be "Queen"
Selection made at Castlethorpe
When a successful social and dance was held in the Carrington Hall, Miss Carole Keeves was chosen as the village queen. Her attendants at the crowning ceremony, arranged for August 15, will be Yvonne Smith, Elaine White, Linda Nicholls, Anne Scripps, and page-boy Charles Sawbridge.
The judges were Mr. and Mrs. R. Pocock, of Luton, and Mr. and Mrs. Riches, of Cosgrove. Mr. Tom West was M.C. Jack Durdin's trio supplied the music.
A competition for a table lamp was won by Mrs. R. Mills. Arrangements were made by the hall committe and proceeds were for hall funds.
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Line up for selection of Miss Castlethorpe 1959
Back row L-R: Maureen Collier, Jean Pittam, Carole Keeves, Carol Stevens, Dorothy Belton, Ann Gray
Front row L-R: Sue Lane, Caroline Bibby, Valerie Carpenter, Rita Sills, Jane Bavington
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The new "Queen" & her attendants
Back row L-R: Maureen Synnott, Carole Keeves
Middle row L-R : Lynda Nicholls, Ann Scripps
Front row L-R: Elaine White, Charles Sawbridge,Yvonne Smith
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The Wolverton Express 21 August 1959
CASTLETHORPE CARNIVAL WAS GALA DAY FOR RESIDENTS
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Queen Carole Keeves
Left to right:Yvonne Smith, Lynda Nicholls, Charles Sawbridge, Elaine White, Ann Scripps
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Carole Keeves crowned “Queen”
Castlethorpe went gala gay on Saturday when the Village Hall committee staged their third crowning of a village “Queen” with carnival procession, fancy dress parade, and all the fun of the fair in the grounds of The Lodge, the residence of Mr. J. E. Whiting, J.P. and Mrs. Whiting. The attendance at the opening ceremony was the largest during the last three years.
Petite 15 year old Miss Carole Keeves who was chosen “Queen” at a social evening during May, is the elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. Keeves and is a former pupil of the Radcliffe School, Wolverton. She is now employed as a librarian at Messrs. Boots, Northampton.
On Saturday the parade assembled on the Square and Carole was crowned by retiring “Queen” Maureen Synott. Carole wore a white net dress and the mauve cloak was made by Mrs. B. Sawbridge. Her bouquet was of deep red roses. Her attendants made a pretty picture on the lorry while a parade was made of the village. The attendants were Yvonne Smith, Elaine White, Ann Scripps and Lynda Nicholls. Two were in green dresses and two in violet; page-boy Charles Sawbridge wore a tunic and mauve trousers.
Headed by 22 members of Potterspury Excelsior Band, conductor Mr. R. Atkins, the parade also contained over 20 persons in fancy costume. Mr. T. West, attired in “tails” and high silk hat was parade marshal. Upon arrival at Lodge Farm the judging was carried out by Mrs. T. Mayes, Mrs. J. E. Whiting, Mrs. J. Sawbridge, and Mr. and Mrs. Sunley of Hanslope.
Family’s Fancy Dress Success
Mr. and Mrs. B. Tapp’s family had a treble success as two of their children won a first prize and Estelle, in addition to her first award, gained the prize for the most original representation. This was a “village fete” on a tray, from bowling for a pig to sideshows and amusements were depicted.
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Back row:Tammy (dog), David Spinnelli, Gerald Pittam, Jane Bavington, (Monkey behind) Kenny Evans, Valerie Carpenter, Sally Cooper, Barbara Smith, Linda Spinnelli.
Front row: Judith Grace, Norman Scripps, Pauline Webster, Brenda Garratt, unknown, Teresa. Stewart, Diane West
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Full list of awards: Under five. 1. Estelle Tapp, (village fete), 2. Norman Scripps (boxer), 3 Annette Nicholls (Mary Mary, quite contrary). Six up, 1 Marlene Tapp (Queen Elizabeth), 2 Gerald Pittam, (Keep Britain Tidy), 3. Pamela Vaughan (Spanish lady): 11 to16. 1. Jane Bavington (Castlethorpe Village Hall) and Valerie Carpenter (treble chance); adults 1. Kenneth Evans (monkey), 2. Mrs. H. Ward (Witch), 3. Mrs. Welsh (flower girl): most original, Estelle Tapp (village fete). All the non-prizewinners received a cash prize.
An introduction and welcome for Mr. and Mrs. Sunley was made by Mr. A. Cowley, chairman of the Hall committee. He also thanked the judges.
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Group on the lawn at Lodge Farm
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Money for Heating Fund
Mr. Cowley said that the efforts that day was towards the cost of a new heating apparatus for the Hall, estimated to be about £50. Since the Hall was enlarged 16 months ago many whist drives and dances had been held in the Hall and well patronised by the residents. Most of the village organisations were represented that day in arranging and assisting in the proceedings.
Mrs. Sunley, in declaring the fete open, said they had enjoyed the judging but it had been a difficult task. Mrs. Sunley congratulated Carole and her attendants and those in fancy costume for a splendid effort. It must have meant a lot of hard work for the mothers in preparing the children.
Mrs. Sunley, said she understood the Hall cost £1,500 to enlarge, the money having been raised by efforts year after year. The committee realised that they must make people welcome and with a new heating system people would be warm and comfortable at whist drives. She hoped the residents would continue all the efforts in the Hall, and that they would reach their objectives in that day.
Mr. B. Tapp (vice-chairman) expressed thanks to all the visitors and “our good friends” Mr. and Mrs. Whiting.
The “Queen” handed Mrs. Sunley a bouquet and Mr. Sunley a buttonhole. Gifts were handed to Carole and her attendants.
There was maypole and folk dances to radio music by members of the Hanslope Merry Comrades under Mrs. E. Hollis and Mrs. J. Monley. Music was from a gramophone.
A social evening in the Hall was well attended music was by the Charlton Band.
Stalls and side-shows were staged in the paddock. In charge were Mrs. F. Keeves, Mrs. A. J. Cowley and Mrs. A. Lane (tombola): Mrs. M. S. Stevens, Mrs. B. Evans and Mrs. M. Mothersole; pound stall: Mr. F. Keeves and Mr. J. Bavington (spinning jenny) Mr. J. Carpenter and Mr. C. Hancock (housey-housey); Miss. U. Coey, Mrs. H. Gray, Mrs. P. St. John and Mrs. Ward (ices and lemonade): Miss Josie Lane and Miss Christine Ward (children’s tombola): Mr. K. Evans and Mr. V. West (ground skittles): Miss Pat Bates and Miss. C. West (Post Office): Miss Ann Gray and Miss Dorothy Belton sold tickets for a doll competition, the doll being given by Mrs. J. E. Whiting and dressed by Mrs. Audrey Markham: Miss J. St. John and Miss J. Mayes (pony rides).
Teas were served from a marquee with Mesdames H. Homer, E. Ray, H. Ray, H. Gray, E. M. McMillan, N. Chapman, H. Cook, W. Cook, E. Evans, and E. Carter. Gate stewards were Mrs. B. Sawbridge, Mr. G. White, Mr. R. Holt and Mr. Sawbridge (senior) J. Cooper and S. Lane (treasure hunt).
The lorry and trailer for the procession was loaned and driven by Mr. M. Smith. The trailer was decorated by lady members of the committee.
The Hall committee officers include Mr. R. West (treasurer) and Miss. Josie Lane (honorary secretary).
Collectors during the procession were Mr. F. Keeves, Mr. Jim Carpenter, John Pittam, S. Nicholls and Mrs. H. Ward.
A competition for a gent’s wrist watch was won by Mr. C. B. Evans. An ankle competition was won by Miss. Susan Lane, judged by Mr. Fitcher of Willesten.
Cake competition winners: Sponge, 1. Mrs. A. Cowley, 2 Mrs. N. Sawbridge, 3. Mrs. J. Bavington; fruit cake, 1. Mrs. N. Sawbridge, 2. Mrs. J. Bavington, 3. Mrs. A. Cowley: Madeira, 1. Mrs. N. Sawbridge, 2. Mrs. A. Cowley, 3. Mrs. J. Bavington.
A dance was held in the Village Hall in the evening, music by the Charlton Players. Well attended. Mrs. P. Mullins and Mrs. E. Ray were door stewards.
The day’s income amounted to £130 of which £30 is expected to be available for the heating fund.
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