ST Gregory’s Church, in Bedale, celebrated the Bank Holiday weekend with an excellent flower festival, along with a craft and gift fair.

Many visitors enjoyed the magnificent floral displays.

The theme was "stories from childhood" and included scenes from nursery rhymes to modern-day children’s entertainment, such as Harry Potter and Finding Nemo.

Among the magnificent displays was the Secret Garden in the prayer corner and Ali Barber and the 40 thieves.

The flowers were all arranged by the Northallerton and District Flower Club and the St Gregory’s Church flower arrangers.

The event began on Friday evening, with a preview of what was to come.

Many people enjoyed wine and nibbles and were entertained by music.

The Reverend Cath Vickers welcomed visitors and introduced a Dalescare representative, who opened the festival and thanked the organisers for donating the proceeds to the charity.

Rev Vickers presented flowers to representatives from the flower clubs.

Saturday’s events began with the church bells and the opening of the craft fair.

Refreshments were served throughout the weekend.

On Saturday evening, a large congregation heard the Bedale Festival Choir, conducted by Richard Boyton, give a delightful concert of light music.

Mr Boyton sang some solos and gave an organ recital.

The rural dean of Wensley, Reverend Dr Julie Nelson, preacher at the 9.30 am Sunday service.

The festival continued on Bank Holiday Monday, after a very successful weekend.