Organisers

The May Fayre is is organised by a committee of volunteers from local organisations who, in turn, rely on volunteers and donations to make the event happen.


		Petts Wood War Memorial Trust The trust is a registered charity that provides an active community centre, set in tranquil gardens of remembrance. The Memorial Hall, in the heart of Petts Wood, hosts regular community activities, events and private functions. The hall is managed by volunteers. For further information please see pettswoodhall.co.uk Registered charity 303032

		Royal National Lifeboat Institution Funded entirely by voluntary contributions, the RNLI provides 24 hour life saving services around the UK and Ireland. It aims to save lives by changing attitudes and behaviour among people who use the sea. RNLI lifeguards patrol more than 70 beaches in the UK in peak season and assisted more than 10, 000 people last year alone. rnli.org.uk Registered charity 209603

		Safer Neighbourhoods Panel Local police partner with you to identify and tackle issues of concern in your neighbourhood. Each team usually has six Police and Police Community Support Officers. Their aim is to listen and talk to you to find out what affects your daily life and feelings of security. These could be issues such as anti-social behaviour, graffiti, noise, yobs or vandalism. Priorities are then set and monitored to address these. For further details please telephone 020 87212 609 or 07920 233 853 or e-mail PettsWood.Knoll.snt@met.police.uk

		Petts Wood May Queen Group One of 24 ‘realms’ which constitute the London Merrie England May Queen Festival. The festival was founded in 1913 by a Dulwich headmaster named Joseph Deedy who had an interest in English folklore. Traditionally, each girl wears white, trimmed with the colour and wild flower of their realm: Vernil green decorated with primroses designate the Petts Wood realm. To join: Samantha (01689) 829 426

		Petts Wood and District Residents' Association With a membership of over 3,100 households, the PWDRA exists to protect and preserve the amenities of Petts Wood and the surrounding district and to improve facilities for residents. In recent years it has been involved in many major campaigns and it intends to remain a powerful and effective voice on behalf of residents for many years to come. For further information please see pettswood.org.uk

		Petts Wood Business Association Originally established to look after the interests of the shops and services in the Petts Wood area, the Petts Wood Business Association works to improve the commercial environment of the town and, with the support of local shoppers, will ensure that Petts Wood remains a thriving and lively place to shop and do business.

		Town Centre Management Working with local business towards the Council’s priority of “vibrant and thriving town centres”. Many events are put on in 8 small towns across the borough, including markets, fashion shows, concerts and Christmas events. The action plan for the small town centres includes: environment, safety, planning, accessibility and promotion. Contact: Cheryl Curr, 020 8461 7845 / tcmsmalltowns@bromley.gov.uk