Sir, Saturday, November 15, saw yet another successful Christmas Market organised by The Bridge, Tweeddale.

Over £4,000 was raised for the 18 stallholders, Kingsmeadows Catering and The Bridge’s own Tweed Wheels Project which benefited from the collection taken at the door. Through your columns I would like to thank all those who made this possible. Such an event takes a great deal of time and planning not to mention talent and dedication and I would like to thank all those who made cakes, gifts and other items to sell for their organisation, it all added up to a colourful and enjoyable experience. I would also like to thank the volunteers who helped to set up the hall ready for all the stall-holders on the Saturday morning and who then dismantled everything again at the end of the day. At a time when there are so many demands on people to give to different organisations it is encouraging to see that a local event can still raise so much money.

Thank you to all those who came and gave their support. Arrangements have already started for next year when the Market will be held on Saturday, November 14. We look forward to seeing you all again. Meanwhile, we wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

I am, etc.

Graham Lumb Tweeddale Area Manager The Bridge