BISLEY’S oldest resident had an extra special task to carry out at this year’s village flower show and fete.

Mary Millin, who turned 100 in May, crowned the flower queen Georgia Gray at the annual event on Saturday, August 30.

Born in Tetbury, Mary moved to Bisley as a teenager. There were 10 children in her family and her brother, George, is also still alive.

Mary still has her own home and frequently enjoys days out with members of her family, some of whom live in the Stroud area. She also attends Bisley Friendship Club regularly.

She said the secret of reaching such a great age was to “enjoy life”.

There was also a pet show which proved popular with plenty of dogs, a duck, pony and two guinea pigs entertaining the audience.

Recently retired GP Dr Tim Crouch opened the fete and recalled his years as a GP in the area.

Marquees were filled with fruit, vegetables, blooms, preserves, home baking and crafts and there were lots of entries for the flower show. First time entrant Robin Hicks won the vegetable class trophies for his impressive array.

“This year’s Bisley Flower Show and Fete was a superb example of a village pulling together to put on a much-loved event,” said fete organiser Peter Thorp.

“The fete is the main fundraiser for Bisley’s All Saints’ Church, the upkeep for which costs thousands of pounds every year. Thank you to the many people who supported the event.”

The flowers marquee served a second purpose as it was used for a village quiz on Sunday.