Pupils took centre stage at a recent Harvest Festival.
The event was held at Romsey Abbey, led by children from Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School, and featured singing, prayers, readings, and musical performances.
Tom Langford, deputy headteacher, opened the service with a warm welcome to the congregation, including the school’s youngest pupils.
Mr Langford said: "A special welcome to the new Reception class children who were attending their very first service in the Abbey having joined the school a few weeks ago."
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Every pupil participated in the celebration by carrying forward donations to Romsey Foodbank, filling the Abbey with a colourful display of tins and packets.
A spokesman for Romsey Foodbank said: "A huge thank you to all the children, parents and staff at Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School for their wonderful Harvest donation.
"Together, you donated an incredible 123kg of food to the Foodbank.
"Harvest is such an important time for us, as our stocks are often very low after the summer months.
"Your annual donations help ensure we can continue providing this vital service for the community.
"Every item you’ve given will go directly to people in our community who are facing crisis and financial hardship.
"On behalf of the whole Romsey Foodbank team thank you once again.
"We are truly grateful for your support."
Each of the school’s seven classes delivered a unique musical performance.
Reception and Key Stage 1 pupils sang Harvest Time, while Year 3 played recorders.
Year 4 performed with handbells and Year 6 showcased their ukulele skills.
Year 5 presented a Harvest poem accompanied by instruments, using sound to represent weather patterns and themes of environmental responsibility.
Mr Langford praised the pupils’ efforts.
He said: "We are very proud of the children for contributing so well to this service and to the huge talent on display.
"Our thanks go to all pupils and especially to Mrs Maxey for teaching music and encouraging all the pupils to reach such a good standard with their new instruments."
The Revd Canon Thomas Wharton, Vicar of Romsey, offered a reflection based on the word ACTS.
He encouraged the congregation to be "Amazed" by the world, "Caring" for creation, express "Thank you" and "Sharing" what they have.
Revd Wharton concluded the service with a blessing.
Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School’s Harvest Festival took place on Friday, September 26, 2025.
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