A host of Angels at Shap.

Over 30 gardens throughout the length and breadth of the village were open to the public and of those 25 had angels on display. The angels varied greatly in interpretation, from flat examples attached to walls to real characters. Refreshments were served at the Hermitage and the Vicarage, and the public were invited to vote for their favourite angel and best garden. At Rose Cottage, Ann Dixon had set up a table with angels enjoying tea in the shade, and this was voted the winning entry; whilst the Derwent House garden, the work of David and Janet Mallinson was voted to be the best garden. The event raised around £250 for the church repair fund