Category: Funfairs

With some form of fair in operation in Stokesley since medieval times, the event is still attracting visitors today.This year the annual street fair in Stokesley ran from Wednesday 18 to Saturday 21 September, providing four days of thrills and fun for local youngsters and …

The unprecedented occurrence of opening on a Sunday took place on what would normally be the build-up day for Abingdon fair, and was hailed as a great success by all.Traditionally, the civic opening of Abingdon fair always took place on the Sunday evening following the …

From opening day rain to a dry final day, the centuries-old Bridgwater St Matthew’s charter fair – the largest fair in the South West – ends on a positive note.This year St Matthew’s Fair in Bridgwater coincided with the autumn equinox, and the weather made …

Saturday’s Normanton gala day brought out the crowds in fine weather but persistent rain spoiled Sunday trade at Wakefield’s largest fairThe biggest fair in Wakefield and surrounding towns is without a doubt the one supporting the annual gala. This is particularly the case now there …

Lord Mayor describes the “unique experience” of Hull Fair at opening ceremony as good weather brings tens of thousands out on first Saturday.As the hotly debated issue of Sunday opening at Hull continues, the tide appears to be turning and there are some representatives within …

Once again there was a record breaking number of major rides at this year’s Nottingham Goose Fair and, according to many, one of the strongest line-ups in recent years.Things appeared to be going well for the 2024 Nottingham Goose Fair, until the GMB union announced …

Civic celebrations mark the 781st holding of Witney Feast as warm temperatures help bring revellers.Bob Wilson’s Funfairs celebrated the 781st anniversary of Witney Feast on what is the latest date that the Feast can be held, Monday 16 and Tuesday 17 September.The annual Feast heralding the …

Strong winds and a delayed opening make for a quieter atmosphere at this attractive August Bank Holiday fun fair in Whitley Bay.Keith Turner brought the fun of the fair back to the Spanish City in Whitley Bay for the bank holiday weekend, and we paid …

Believed to be the 400th occasion of this historic event, St Giles’ Fair in Oxford is still attracting the public out to visit.When the bells were rung by the Lord Mayor of Oxford shortly after 11am on Monday 9 September to proclaim St Giles’ Fair …

Harris & Sons bring in the autumn with an hour of cheaper rides daily on the Common at Saffron Walden fair.Over the August Bank Holiday James W Harris of H Harris & Sons spent five days on Harpenden Common in Hertfordshire, opening from Thursday 22 …