THERE was a wonderful feeling of community and celebration when Sandford came together to mark 25 years of Sandford Millennium Green and Path.

A parade was led by Exeter Street Band, which included representatives from village groups and individuals.

Exeter Street Band led the parade and played for the 25th anniversary of Sandford Millennium Green and Path. AQ 4649
Exeter Street Band led the parade and played for the 25th anniversary of Sandford Millennium Green and Path. AQ 4649 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

A Welcome Sign greeted those attending the Picnic on the Green at Sandford. Q 4702
A Welcome Sign greeted those attending the Picnic on the Green at Sandford. Q 4702 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)
Penny Somerville, left, presenting the gift to Green benefactor and one of the founders, Linda Lever, who is emigrating. AQ 4665
Penny Somerville, left, presenting the gift to Green benefactor and one of the founders, Linda Lever, who is emigrating. AQ 4665 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The stained glass gift made by Penny Somerville which was given to Linda Lever. AQ 4682
The stained glass gift made by Penny Somerville which was given to Linda Lever. AQ 4682 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

On arrival at the Green there were speeches of thanks to the volunteers who established the Green and Path by Green chair Charlie Werner, custodian Steve McCullough and Secretary Penny Somerville.

Hook a duck was a favourite game for youngsters at Sandford Millennium Green Party. AQ 4692
Hook a duck was a favourite game for youngsters at Sandford Millennium Green Party. AQ 4692 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Penny presented Green benefactor and one of the founders, who is emigrating soon, Linda Lever, with a stained glass memento.

The event also saw the reading of a specially-written Community Poem by local poet Ysella Sims, which was devised at a creative writing workshop.

Talking part in the parade to Sandford Millennium Green. AQ 4645
Talking part in the parade to Sandford Millennium Green. AQ 4645 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

During the parade to Sandford Millennium Green. AQ 4638
During the parade to Sandford Millennium Green. AQ 4638 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Applause for Linda Lever after she received her gift at Sandford Green. AQ 4672
Applause for Linda Lever after she received her gift at Sandford Green. AQ 4672 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The day also included a picnic, music and games in the delightful green.