FOSS

25/01/2026

Thank you so much to everyone who supported our Stoke Gabriel Wassail - such a fun way to keep village traditions going and help support Stoke Gabriel Community Primary School and Pre-School 🙏

25/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who braved the rain and came to celebrate Wassail yesterday. It was a wonderful event with lots raised for Stoke Gabriel Community Primary School and Pre-School. We'll update you with the total soon!

Here's our King and Queen 2026!

24/01/2026

Hear more about our Wassail celebrations, with thanks to Nick Eason and BBC Devon!

It's a tradition that's involves blessing the apple trees in the hope of a good harvest 🍎
A wassail has been held almost every January in Stoke Gabriel for more than 25 years!

Nick Eason from the village explains how it works and why it’s still important today: https://bbc.in/4bPzpBh

📸 Wendy Searle

24/01/2026

Here We Come a Wassailing!

We're looking forward to seeing you later, from 4pm. We have our fingers crossed for improved weather, but have adjustments so the event is safe and fun for all!

If you can, please do pop down and contribute to our fundraising. All proceeds go to Stoke Gabriel Community Primary School and Pre-School

21/01/2026

**Important information ahead of our Stoke Gabriel Wassail event on Saturday**

**SAFETY INFO AHEAD OF SATURDAY’S EVENT**
We are very much looking forward to the Wassail ceremony taking place this weekend. As the Orchard can become slippery and muddy in wet weather, we would like to remind everyone of a few important health and safety points to help ensure the event is enjoyable and safe for all.
- Please ensure children bring additional torches and have their lanterns well lit to help maintain good visibility as light levels drop. We have put additional lighting in place from the Church and lanterns in the Orchard.
Neon glow necklaces will be available to purchase from the FOSS BBQ on the evening.
- We ask that everyone sticks to the designated paths within the Orchard. This is particularly important not only for safety, but also to help us preserve the flora and fauna of this special area.
- Suitable footwear (such as wellington boots or sturdy walking shoes) is strongly recommended.
- Please take extra care when walking, especially on uneven or slippery ground.
- For anyone who is unsure about their footing, the ceremony can also be viewed safely from Church Walk.
Thank you for your support in helping us keep everyone safe while enjoying this traditional event. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to sharing a wonderful evening together and raising lots of money for our lovely school.
Parents at FOSS Stoke Gabriel Community Primary School and Pre-School

14/01/2026

We have our Wassail King & Queen for 2026! Beau & Izzy from Stoke Gabriel Community Primary School and Pre-School will lead the lantern procession through Stoke Gabriel on Saturday 24th January 🍎

12/01/2026

Can you help out with our amazing village event on Saturday 24th January? Stoke Gabriel Wassail is a fantastic tradition and it also raises funds for our fabulous school Stoke Gabriel Community Primary School and Pre-School - send us a DM if you can spare some time 🙏

08/01/2026

We can’t wait for our Stoke Gabriel Wassail! Come and enjoy this ancient tradition (24th January from 4pm) and help raise funds to support our wonderful village school Stoke Gabriel Community Primary School and Pre-School

Just over two weeks to go until our amazing Wassail..! 24th January: 4pm-late 🍏 🍎 🎵 🍻

07/01/2026

**Happy New Year! This year’s Stoke Gabriel Wassail is going to be on Saturday 24th January 2026. More details to follow…!**
PS send us a DM if you’re keen to volunteer. Thank you 🙏

07/01/2026

Get the date in your diary...

WASSAIL 2026 ON SATURDAY 24 JANUARY

HOORAY FOR WASSAIL! Join on Saturday 24 January for the annual Wassail celebrations, more information and full programme to come.

As ever, if you can spare any time to volunteer with set up, donation collection, BBQ, clear up etc. We'd be hugely grateful!

07/01/2026

HOORAY FOR WASSAIL! Join on Saturday 24 January for the annual Wassail celebrations, more information and full programme to come.

As ever, if you can spare any time to volunteer with set up, donation collection, BBQ, clear up etc. We'd be hugely grateful!

07/01/2026

Final profit from the 2025 FOSS Xmas Raffle was £793.19!