Torridge Councillors Celebrate Creativity in 2025 Christmas Card Competitions

Councillor Doug Bushby, Chair of Torridge District Council, and Councillor Claire Hodson, Deputy Leader of Torridge District Council, have announced the winners of this year's 'Design a Christmas Card' Competition.

Pupils from West Croft School and St Margaret's C of E Junior School showcased their artistic talents by creating Christmas card designs for the Council.

At West Croft School, children were invited to design a card for Councillor Bushby's email Christmas greeting, which will be shared with fellow Councillors, Officers, and members of the Torridge community. The winning design was created by 8-year-old Skye, with prizes also awarded to:

• Second Prize - Amaya, 8 years old
• Third Prize - Bethany, 6 years old

Meanwhile, pupils at St Margaret's C of E Junior School took part in a competition to design the official Christmas card for the Leader and Deputy Leader of Torridge District Council. The winning design was created by Jaecie-Anne, with runners-up:

• Second Prize - Charlie Ray
• Third Prize - Zoe

Councillor Doug Bushby, Chair of Torridge District Council, said:

"It's always a pleasure to see the creativity and enthusiasm from our local schools. The designs were full of festive spirit and there was an amazing selection to choose from. I want to thank all the children who took part and I hope they all have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year."

Councillor Claire Hodson, Deputy Leader of Torridge District Council, added:

"The designs were full of imagination and festive joy, and it was wonderful to see such creativity on display. Every entry was unique, which made choosing the winners a real challenge! Thank you to all the children who joined in, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year."

Mrs Johnston, Headteacher at West Croft School, said:

"Thank you so much for inviting our children to take part in your Christmas Card Competition. The pupils absolutely loved having the chance to put their artistic talents to work - they were so excited to share their ideas and creativity.

We also really enjoyed welcoming Councillor Doug Bushby and members of the Council team into our school to present the awards. It was a lovely occasion for our children and made them feel very proud of their efforts. The lucky winners were especially excited to accept their generous prizes.

On behalf of everyone at our school, we would like to wish Councillor Doug Bushby, the Torridge District Councillors and all Council staff a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year."

Mr Malyn, Headteacher at St Margaret's C of E Junior School, said:

"It was great to see the level of talent showcased through this event. The children enjoyed welcoming Councillor Hodson to our worship to celebrate their achievements."