Holsworthy had a very successful carnival in November, despite the weather and rumours about the carnival being cancelled. The carnival committee recently presented cheques to: Holsworthy Town Band, £50; Holsworthy Majorettes, £25; SLS Allstars Majorettes, £25; Bodmin Street Chapel, £100; Holworthy Scout and Guide headquarters, £100; St John's Garage Fund, £100; Devon Fire and Rescue Service, £50 and police, £50. The committee have expressed thanks to everyone who helped on the day and they hope that 2010 will be another success. Pictured are: Robert Painter (St John's), Celia Sanders (Holsworthy Chapel), Rachel Phillips (Holsworthy Majorettes), Eleanor Abbott (Holsworthy Fairy Queen), Gordon Copp (SLS Majorettes), Pauline Masters (Scout and Guides), John Rogers (Chairman Carnival Committee) and Richard Goulding (Fire Service).