Funfair News and Features
As you approach the end of your first year as EAG Chairman, how has your industry experience helped to shape the show? You’re correct, it …
Read the January 2026 edition of World’s Fair right here in flipbook format! Thank you to everyone who has subscribed. If you wish to purchase a print copy, you can do so here:https://worldsfair.co.uk/product/worlds-fair-newspaper-january-2026-print-edition/ To open in full page, click the button on the bottom right. To …
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As the son of past Yorkshire Section chairman Garry Leach, Lancashire-based Garry Michael Leach grew up around fairground games. Here he explains why, even though he now travels a set of Dumbos, small stuff is still an important part of his business and he’s in …
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Thrills and Chills take over the Driffield Showground for a two-day celebration featuring tribute acts, children’s entertainment, stunt shows and a large funfair. For the last weekend in August, Driffield Showground is home to a festival, with music, kids’ discos, foam parties and epic stunt …
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Owen and Jacqueline Curry, who recently secured a new long-term lease on their seaside park in Portrush, Northern Ireland, continue to invest in new attractions here and at their park in Galway. An autumn visit to Curry’s Fun Park in Portrush, the County Antrim resort …
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Oakwood Theme Park, the largest theme park in Wales and a popular destination for almost 40 years, has closed its gates for good. A decline in visitor numbers was cited as the primary reason for the closure, with the prospect of continued operation described as …
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Photos from around Showland with World’s Fair’s Chatterbox – originally published in World’s Fair newspaper December 2025 issue. You can buy a copy of the print edition here. After headlining the Saturday night at Boardmasters, singer Raye visited Stanley Reeves’ AtmosFear and is pictured here …
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The Horton’s Steam Fair owner talks about swapping a career in construction for the fairground, the cost of keeping a vintage show on the road, and why there’s still some steam left in Carter’s old places. “Everybody told me I was barmy,” says James Horton, …
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Showmen organise Bridgwater golf day in tribute to late Midlands Showman. Jorden Crole and Maxi Smart organised a memorial golf tournament to honour their good …
The popular theme park in Southend has been recognised by England’s official tourist board for its outstanding visitor experience. Adventure Island has been recognised as one of the country’s leading attractions, after being awarded VisitEngland’s prestigious Quality Assured Visitor Attraction accreditation. The Southend seafront theme …
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