Southsea summer fair fun

SOUTHSEA'S iconic Castle Road was once again transformed into a sea of colour as people flocked to the annual summer fair at the weekend.Â
The Summer Fayre held at Castle Road in Southsea - Looking through LPs at Alex Cave's record stall.  Picture: Vernon Nash (180410-003)The Summer Fayre held at Castle Road in Southsea - Looking through LPs at Alex Cave's record stall.  Picture: Vernon Nash (180410-003)
The Summer Fayre held at Castle Road in Southsea - Looking through LPs at Alex Cave's record stall. Picture: Vernon Nash (180410-003)

Visitors relaxed with an exotic drink from one of the many pop-up bars while enjoying a sizzling treat as people toasted independent businesses.

The unique street market to support local traders also featured a number of the city's  top musical talents to entertain the masses. 

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There was something for everyone with clothes, face-painting, crafts, paintings, tattoos, vinyl and antiques.

Alex Cave, owner of Nothing Ventured Vinyl sells electro dance music from the 90s through to  modern day sounds.

He said: '˜It's the third time I've been here and it's always a great vibe. I do really well here.' 

Sue Meredith, who does historical illustrations of nearby destinations, added: '˜The event is always really good for me and other traders.'