East Garston

Stepping forward now to Thursday the 18th of December but still on the subject of Christmas and mince pies. Thirty schoolchildren from Shefford and Chaddleworth Federated Primary School, including East Garston pupils, learned the art of pastry making, tutored by former Master Baker, John Brittain. Dressed in chefs hats and white aprons, the children enjoyed what has become a regular pattern at the school, of learning to cook. This time they were to bake mince pies, which they would proudly take home to their families for tea.

There was no ready made pastry and no microwave cooking. The children showed obvious enjoyment in learning traditional methods of baking. The John Brittain cup was presented to the winning pair, James Cooper and Sania Kelly – both from East Garston.

Photos: Martyn Wright
Text : Sally Wright