EIGHT groups of scouts and explorers from the Torridge District were represented at the Halwill St George's Day Parade recently.

Halwill Junction scout leader Helen Walker, said: "Though we are the smallest group in the district, so many turned out to support us, it was a fantastic event."

There was such an unexpected turn-out for the service at Halwill Baptist Church that the scouts had to get more chairs.

From the chapel, the groups marched along the parade route to the village hall. South West Highways had closed the road to ensure members' safety.

For the full report, and a round up of the area news and sport, please see this week's edition of the 'Post'.