ORGANISERS of the first Yelverton Community Christmas Tree Festival, held in the Rock Methodist Church, were delighted with the response and the donations received.

Cheques for £300 each will be sent to the nominated charities — Yelverton Village Projects and Shelterbox.

The many visitors were invited to choose their favourite tree and the most popular one was sponsored by Barton Garages and decorated by the children of St Andrew's School, Buckland Monachorum, who had each written a message or greeting on a figure on their Christmas tree.

Rock Methodist Church expressed thanks to all who helped or contributed to the successful event.