The Mayor of Peterborough carried out a tradition dating back nearly 150 years when he opened Bridge Fair on Thursday evening (September 24).
Cllr Chris Harper read a proclamation to officially declare the fair on The Embankment open.
Dating from 1878, the proclamation requests all those attending the fair to "behave soberly and civilly, and to pay their just dues and demands".
The evening’s proceedings started with a ceremonial procession, with the Mayor leading a civic party from the Town Hall to the fairground. After cutting the official ribbon to declare the fair open, the Mayor and members of his civic party took the opportunity to have a go on some of the rides and game stalls.
The procession then proceeded to Charters for the traditional Sausage Supper, which raises funds for the Mayor’s Charities. This year, those charities are Little Miracles, Peterborough Women’s Aid, and the Cystic Fibrosis Trust.
The Bridge Fair will remain open until Sunday, October 4.
21. Bridge Fair officially opened by Mayor
Best not eat a large meal before heading on the Waltzer Photo: Darren Calpin
22. Bridge Fair officially opened by Mayor
As is tradition, the Mayor led a procession to Bridge Fair Photo: Darren Calpin
23. Bridge Fair officially opened by Mayor
As always, the Bridge Fair is a riot of colour and fun Photo: Darren Calpin