FOR the second year running, Stratton was overwhelmed by book lovers of all ages eager to be a part of BookFest, held at St Andrew's Church between Friday and Sunday, March 1 and 3.

With a variety of books displayed, many left the festival laden with literature. Every child left with a free book and even the adults had the op­portunity for a free book.

As ever, the signed book raffle was a huge draw and Dan Rogerson MP for North Cornwall came along on Friday lunch time, not as a politician but as an avid book reader, and to support the aim of improving children's reading skills.

For the full report, and a round up of the area news and sport, please see this week's edition of the 'Post'.