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May Fayre 2003

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Arnesby May Fayre2003 - Monday, 26th May.
The event was once again a great success with record attendances and record profits on behalf of local organisations. The fine weather helped to encourage large numbers of visitors and there was an even wider range of things for the whole family to see and do and plenty of choice of food and drink. Preliminary figures show that almost £13,000 was taken on the day and profits were over £8,900.

Live music was performed by The Lizards on the top green, the Wigston Band gave a concert in front of the village hall and a string quartet performed in St Peter's church. For the first time we had an MC, DJ Richie Rich, to inform and entertain visitors during the day.

The third running of the 5 mile cross country race took place and this year included a separate race for junior runners. Over 50 adults took part, many from local running clubs and over 20 children ran the course to Shearsby and back. Click here to see the results of both races.

Other attractions this year included:
  • Fancy Dress parade (with a theme of Heros and Heroines)
  • Punch and Judy
  • Shire horse rides around the village
  • Animal displays including Snakes and Reptiles, Rare farm breeds
  • Skateboarding display
  • Many stalls selling crafts, home produce and home and garden wares
The organisers would like to thank all those who helped on the day or in the preparations and clean up operation.
Jacqui Shorrocks, Lisa Welton, Stuart Randall and Terry Emmony.

The Committee would appreciate any feedback from villagers or visitors on any aspect of the event. Please click here to send your comments by email.