Review of Barking Fair 2006 


The 2006 Barking Fair, which took place on Saturday 5th August, looks to have attracted a record number of visitors. The weather was perfect and the Tye took on a truly carnival atmosphere as hundreds of visitors turned up (not just locals) to enjoy a perfect summer's afternoon.  Sally Howlett, a member of the organising committee said "We haven't yet had a chance to count up all the money we took yet, but judging from the number of cars in the car park, I think we have had more visitors than ever before; it was very busy and we are expecting it to be a record-breaking year. And the event had a very good atmosphere, everyone enjoying themselves".   

Among the attractions were a circus workshop, a giant inflatable slide, Barking Kite Fliers, Barham Rare Breeds, Samba Dancers, Archery, Swing Dancers and a Gazelle helicopter from Wattisham. 

           

The Birds of Prey proved very popular as did the circus workshop.

Local celebreties/viillains were arrested a put into the stocks. Barking Parish Council Chairman Michael Smth took his punishment with good humour as did Des Stott. 

 

   The Ipswich Hospital Band played while everyone enjoyed the entertainment in the Grand Ring, quenched their thirst in the beer tent or cooled off with an ice cream.

 For the first time, an evening musical event took place on the Tye. A live band - Roach, and the Black Cat disco entertained the crowd, who danced the night away under a star-lit sky. A truly magical way to round off a perfect day for the village of Barking.

Thanks to everyone who worked so hard to make this years' Fair a truly memorable event, and of course to everyone who came along to enjoy the day with us.

Village groups, St Mary's Church and local charities will benefit from the money raised. 

Please send in your photos of the Fair to pc@barking.suffolk.gov.uk . Those featured on this site will receive a free gift.