AN ART, craft and jumble sale organised by youngsters in Newton Abbot was a resounding success.

Newton Abbot Youth Council's (NAYC) event proved popular with those visiting the town’s Courtenay Centre on Saturday, February 22.

The group’s inaugural event showcased its members creations, as well as those of crafters from across Devon.

With everything from pencil and glasses cases and pin cushions to keyring and bracelets, NAYC’s members had all manner of items on offer.

‘It was nice to bring the community together' said Ethan, pictured above.

Newton Abbot Youth Council Art and Craft Fayre at the Courtenay Centre. Youth council members Nyla, Freya and Gracie readyfor business on one of the jumble sale stands
Youth council members Nyla, Freya and Gracie readyfor business on one of the jumble sale stands (Steve Pope/MDA)

'The set up was very organised and it was busy' said Nyla.

‘It was fun!' added Freya.

'It was fun getting involved with the planning' said Gracie.

Newton Abbot Youth Council gives young people the opportunity to create change in the community, gain valuable leadership and social skills and meet friends.

'We appreciate everyone who came to support us' NAYC’s members said.

Newton Abbot Youth Council Art and Craft Fayre at the Courtenay Centre. View from the birdhouse - Abbie Shermer of Handmade by Abbie
View from the birdhouse - Abbie Shermer of Handmade by Abbie (Steve Pope/MDA)
Newton Abbot Youth Council Art and Craft Fayre at the Courtenay Centre. Tasty treats from Sarah Oatley of KIngsbridge-based Well Preserved
Tasty treats from Sarah Oatley of KIngsbridge-based Well Preserved (Steve Pope/MDA)
Newton Abbot Youth Council Art and Craft Fayre at the Courtenay Centre. Tracey and Amelia Gallagher from Totnes
Tracey and Amelia Gallagher from Totnes (Steve Pope/MDA)
Newton Abbot Youth Council Art and Craft Fayre at the Courtenay Centre. Handmade earings from Isobel Lessiter (12) from Tiverton pictured here with mum Sasha
Handmade earings from Isobel Lessiter (12) from Tiverton pictured here with mum Sasha (Steve Pope/MDA)
Newton Abbot Youth Council Art and Craft Fayre at the Courtenay Centre. Natalie Williams from Summer's Bows in Newton Abbot with handmade bows, scrunchies, clips, bobbles, alicebands and baby bands
Natalie Williams from Summer's Bows in Newton Abbot with handmade bows, scrunchies, clips, bobbles, alicebands and baby bands (Steve Pope/MDA)
Newton Abbot Youth Council Art and Craft Fayre at the Courtenay Centre. Sam Cutland from South Hams-based Crafted by Crazies
Sam Cutland from South Hams-based Crafted by Crazies (Steve Pope/MDA)
Newton Abbot Youth Council Art and Craft Fayre at the Courtenay Centre.
Newton Abbot Youth Council Art and Craft Fayre at the Courtenay Centre. (Steve Pope/MDA)
Newton Abbot Youth Council Art and Craft Fayre at the Courtenay Centre. Event organisers Alex Gurpinar and Emma Dawe
Event organisers Alex Gurpinar and Emma Dawe (Steve Pope/MDA)