John is spreading the word at Newstead Market. A successful country market thrives on variety—and Newstead Market certainly delivered on Saturday 20 September. Stallholders offered everything from quirky bric-a-brac to handcrafted treasures, drawing in visitors of all ages. The ever-popular Newstead CFA stall was a standout, once again supported by generous community donations. Among their…
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