A total Guild man: The late Ernest Johnson
From boxing to business, from the SSA to the Showmen’s Guild, Ernest Johnson gave his all to everything he did. Ernest Johnson was born on …
The Showmen’s International returns to Glasgow
There’s a change of venue for the International as it returns to Scotland with Cambuslang Rangers set to welcome the Showmen for the annual football event. The Showmen’s International kicks off again in Glasgow on Monday 11 March. As always, it’s bound to be a …
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Bristol Showmen hold charity memorial match for teenage boys
Western Section Showmen and the Knowle West community come together to play a tribute football match for Max Dixon and Mason Rist. To lose a …
World’s Fair newspaper March 2024 digital edition
Read the March 2024 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-march-2024-print-edition/ To open in full page, click the arrows button on the bottom right. …
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First Kingdom of Winter goes well for George Gregory
Described as a triumph of planning and determination, the new Kingdom of Winter event was deemed both an artistic and commercial success. From an idea and a plan that has been several years in the making, a brand new seasonal entertainment event arrived in East …
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Spotlight: Showmen on the ground at Marlborough
Showmen travelled from all over the West Country and beyond, to present one of the cornerstones of the back-end run, Marlborough Mop Fairs. Here are a few of them from the camera of our reporter, Ian Philpott. This article was first published in the print …
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The Rides of My Life: Darran Church
West Yorkshire Showman Darran Church, who trades under the banner of W Marshall’s Amusements and RideZone Plus, tells us about the machines he’s travelled – and the only place you’ll be able to find them this season. Dodgems When Deana and I got married in …
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New attractions help Irn Bru Carnival retain popularity
The famous Irn Bru Carnival has remained an important part of the festive tradition for Glasgow for more than 100 years and shows no sign of decreasing in popularity. For over 100 years the people of Glasgow have looked forward to the annual Carnival, from …
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Guild sponsors fireworks for Hinckley Tin Hat Fair
The Midlands Section presents another fine fair which is well supported by locals in the Hinckley area. Since it began in 1994 the Hinckley Tin Hat Fair has marked the beginning of Christmas festivities in the Hinckley and Bosworth area. It’s an important part of …
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Christmas sparkles in Higham Ferrers to start festive season
Christmas events keep Showmen busy across Northants and Leics as large crowds turn out for popular Higham Ferrers event. The 20th Higham Ferrers Christmas Sparkle was opened in front of a large crowd by the mayor, Cllr Nigel Brown. It started the festive season in …
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