April 25, 2024
Features

The Rides of my Life: Jonathan Perks

Owen Ralphby Owen Ralph

When he was growing up, Jonathan Perks’ family operated amusements at Leisureland in Salthill, Galway. Since leaving the park, the Irish Showman has travelled a variety of machines. Waltzer The waltzer is a 10-car Jackson machine that my dad bought in 1980 [from Albert Botton, …

Get instant access to this and all other website posts by becoming a World’s Fair subscriber (free trial available). If you are already, simply log in.

Access posts now

Secure Checkout

Newspaper Issues

World’s Fair newspaper January 2024 digital edition

World's Fairby World's Fair

Read the January 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-january-2024-print-edition/ To open in full page, click the arrows button on the bottom right. …

Get instant access to this and all other website posts by becoming a World’s Fair subscriber (free trial available). If you are already, simply log in.

Access posts now

Secure Checkout

Funfairs

Silcocks’ backend fair at Hindley proves as popular as ever

David Powderleyby David Powderley

Arthur Silcock’s backend run of fairs started with his Ellesmere Port visit, with the second annual event in the town centre of Hindley. This venue is in a very prominent position and has the potential to attract visitors who might not know the fair is …

Get instant access to this and all other website posts by becoming a World’s Fair subscriber (free trial available). If you are already, simply log in.

Access posts now

Secure Checkout

Interviews

Norman Sayers: why I still believe in the wonder of winter

Owen Ralphby Owen Ralph

As Winter Wonderland season gets into full gear for another year, World’s Fair speaks to Norman Sayers, the Welsh Showman who’s been a pioneer of the concept on British shores. Norman Sayers has been operating amusements – more than just funfairs – in Cardiff for …

Get instant access to this and all other website posts by becoming a World’s Fair subscriber (free trial available). If you are already, simply log in.

Access posts now

Secure Checkout

Free News Alerts
Invalid email address