MINEHEAD Twinning Association hosted a group of 35 people from its twin town, St Berthevin, over the royal wedding weekend.

On the wedding day itself, they were welcomed to the town by Cllr Maureen Smith at a reception at the Beach Hotel and, after a relaxing afternoon with their hosts, they joined members of the Twinning Association and Minehead Tennis Club for an evening of folk dancing at the Hobby Horse Hotel.

Next day, in brilliant sunshine, the group visited Cleeve Abbey before travelling to Porlock for a traditional English Sunday lunch in the village hall followed by short walks in the village and on Porlock marshes.

In the evening they tried their hand at skittles in the Britannia Inn, taking part with enthusiasm and acquitting themselves well.

On Monday, the group was wished “au revoir “and “bon voyage” by their hosts, following a successful visit made all the more memorable by perfect weather.

Anyone wishing to join Minehead Twinning Association or wanting information should contact Martin Evans on 01643 703161 or email mjecote@yahoo. co.uk.