Pooch parade and Ferris wheel light up major Cotswolds fair
A major boutique fair at the Cotswolds has been heralded as a great success, with around 6,000 people enjoying dance recitals, singing and a Ferris wheel.
Held at the Great Tew Estate near Chipping Norton, the festival included classic fairground rides as well as arts and crafts for kids, a dog show and a boutique shopping tent.
The founder of Park Fair, Lucy Drinkwater, said: "What a weekend! We are so pleased to have welcomed so many families and friends to the Great Tew Estate again this year.'
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Among the many vendors was a selection of lagers and ciders from Jeremy Clarkson and team, set up by fellow television star Kaleb Cooper at The Hawkstone Arms.
Spaced out over three days – Friday, June 20 to Sunday, June 22 – highlights included the Ponycycle Jamboree with multiple pony rides and the Pooch Parade hosted by comedian Lucy Pearman.
There was a Pooch Parade hosted by a popular comedian (Image: Nick Emm Wedding Photography) New Gym BEAT Fitness Studio gave attendees a taster of their most popular classes during the sunny weather, while Montrose Group hosted a series of complementary kitchen classes including for brownies and curry.
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There were massage and piercing stalls, as well as live music as entertainment.
Ms Drinkwater added: 'The music, workshops, play time and shopping could have gone on and on.
'Thanks to all of our brilliant boutiques and food vendors - and, of course, every one of our guests. We loved seeing the sparkles and smiling faces in the sunshine."
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