IN 1885 Col Sir James Gildea, after seeing the problems servicemen and their families suffered following various wars, he started the Soldiers Sailors Families Association to help them.

In 1919 it became Soldiers Sailors and Airmen Families Association, and has been working for the men and women who served in the various armed forces. Today there are 7,000 volunteers helping 90,000 men, women and families from the Second World War to present day, who need some sort of assistance.

To do this, they need money, so for many years they have been holding the Big Brew and this is the first time Delabole has hosted the event. Two caseworkers, Mrs Judith Kenealy from St Teath and Mr Cameron Valentine from Delabole, have organised the day and with the help of other caseworkers have provided cakes and other delicious edibles and many prizes for the raffle.

The day was thoroughly enjoyed by all and has raised £400 towards helping the Cornwall branch to continue with their valuable work. The organisers have extended thanks to the residents of Planet Park, Delabole, and Rosewater Park, St Teath, the Poldark Inn and all local residents and businesses for their valuable assistance and support.