St Mary’s Church is known for its annual May bank holiday fayre, which has taken place for the past thirty years – and this year, thousands of people turned out for the free event. Taking place on Monday, May 6, the event welcomed numerous attractions including local business stalls, Morris dancers, bouncy castle, bands, funfair rides and food and drink vendors. The fayre was a success as locals flocked to the church grounds to get involved in the fun.
Here are 10 pictures from the event:
5. St Mary's Church in Fratton
St Mary's Church in Fratton, May Fayre took place on bank holiday Monday, May 6, 2024. Pictured is: Archie Ferguson (11) from Portsmouth, has a pony ride on Thor. Picture: Sarah Standing (060524-8509) Photo: Sarah Standing
6. St Mary's Church in Fratton
St Mary's Church in Fratton, May Fayre took place on bank holiday Monday, May 6, 2024. Pictured is: Surrender Dance Academy. Picture: Sarah Standing (060524-8492) Photo: Sarah Standing
7. St Mary's Church in Fratton
St Mary's Church in Fratton, May Fayre took place on bank holiday Monday, May 6, 2024. Pictured is: Arianna Medway (9) with her brother Jack (6) from Eastney. Picture: Sarah Standing (060524-8499) Photo: Sarah Standing
8. St Mary's Church in Fratton
St Mary's Church in Fratton, May Fayre took place on bank holiday Monday, May 6, 2024. Pictured is: Mark and Lorna Underhill with their dog Shelly (5). Picture: Sarah Standing (060524-8465) Photo: Sarah Standing