Caldecote’s redundant church has played host to a quilters’ exhibition showcasing intricate patchwork designs that wowed the crowd.

Royston Crow: There were refreshments at the event, and a stall from members of the Southern Auricula Society. Picture: Grazyna TutakThere were refreshments at the event, and a stall from members of the Southern Auricula Society. Picture: Grazyna Tutak (Image: Archant)

The Icknield Quilters – who hold talks, demonstrations and workshops led by visiting tutors – laid out their work in the 14th-century church for all to see.

Some exhibition items were finished for the occasion, and there were also examples from the group’s portfolio of patchwork quilt designs and wall hangings, cushion covers and blankets.

Caldecote also welcomed Pop’s Plants II – members of the Southern Auricula Society, who grow and specialise in the auricula plant.

Volunteers in the refreshments marquee were on duty with homemade cakes and refreshments.

Royston Crow: One of the quilts showcased at the event. Picture: Grazyna TutakOne of the quilts showcased at the event. Picture: Grazyna Tutak (Image: Archant)

Inside the church, a guide offered interesting insights into the church’s 600 year history, interspersed with some tantalising facts that Caldecote Church Friends’ Grazyna Tutak said that “not a lot of people knew”.

She added: “Both exhibitions were a huge success. As always, heartfelt thanks to all who came to visit and support us and for your generous donations – we hope to see you again soon.”