On 8th October 2021 the Deputy Lieutenant of Hampshire, Andrew Kent, came to Stockbridge to thank all those who had played a significant part in helping the community during the lockdowns caused by the pandemic. Much of the organisation had been carried out by Chantal Halle.
He visited Stockbridge Primary School, where the use of the kitchens was offered by the head Emma Jefferies, and free lunches were cooked by the school chef, Shawn and delivered to vulnerable residents.
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| The Deputy Lieutenant, Andrew Kent, talking to the pupils of Stockbridge Primary School. The chef, Shaun, can be seen standing in the background. |
Beccy's the greengrocer had stayed open throughout, with being purchases collected by the staff so that customers could remain outside.
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| The DL thanking Beccy |
The Co-Op had offered free baked goods. and John Robinson's and Thyme & Tides had supplied low-cost meals, as had Prego.
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Vishnu and Tom from the Co-Op being thanked by the DL
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| The DL thanking Robinson's |
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The DL thanking Thyme & Tides
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| The DL thanking Prego, accompanied by Alex Edwards, the chairman of the Parish Council |
After his perambulation, the DL was given tea in the Scout Hut.
