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Holbeach Town and Country Fayre celebrates Lincolnshire’s agricultural heritage




The team behind a popular country show is proud that some 3,000 visitors came along to celebrate the country’s agricultural heritage

Holbeach Town and Country Fayre took place on Saturday and Sunday (June 14 and 15) showcasing steam engines, tractors and classic cars while raising funds for Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance.

New to the arena this year was mini tractor pulling from Norfolk Mini Tractor Pullers along with hundreds of exhibitors, including Lincolnshire Food Products.

Thousands flocked to Holbeach Town and Country Fayre at Hurdletree Bank, Holbeach. PHOTOS: CHRIS LOWNDES
Thousands flocked to Holbeach Town and Country Fayre at Hurdletree Bank, Holbeach. PHOTOS: CHRIS LOWNDES

Teresa Whitwell, committee chair, said: “It was brilliant, a really good weekend.

“The weather was with us and everyone enjoyed it.

“It was a big team effort through and through and I am proud of what we have done.”

Colin Woods presents his lorry at the event
Colin Woods presents his lorry at the event

The event’s committee - around 15 members - help to run the show with a number of volunteers.

Mrs Whitwell said: “If it wasn't for the whole committee we wouldn't be able to put the show on.

“We also have around eight volunteers who help each year.

Jim Whitwell demonstrates his vehicle
Jim Whitwell demonstrates his vehicle

“Thankfully they keep coming back.”

The weekend fun pulled in between 2,500 and 3,000 visitors to see a parade of steam engines, vintage vehicles, chainsaw carving demonstrations plus lorries from G & CA Lombardo Ltd.

Families enjoyed games, rides, food and drink and a spitfire fly past happened on Sunday.

Bob McDonald
Bob McDonald

The event was helped by members of the Spalding Flower Committee who marshalled the car parking.

Mrs Whitwell said: “Seeing the smiles on people’s faces and everybody enjoying themselves is why we put the show on.

“All the positive feedback we get and seeing everybody happy.

Tom French
Tom French

“It is about putting a great show on for everyone.”

The committee will get together to decide if they will put on the show next year - which always takes place on Father’s Day weekend.

Mrs Whitwell said: “We will have a debrief meeting to see if we want to do it again next year.

Harry Cottishaw demonstrates sheep shearing
Harry Cottishaw demonstrates sheep shearing

“We are all volunteers.

“It takes a lot of time.”

For further details visit Holbeach Town and Country Fayre on Facebook.

Peter Thorpe and John Moutis relax at the country show
Peter Thorpe and John Moutis relax at the country show
Matthew Bray demonstrates wood carving with a chainsaw
Matthew Bray demonstrates wood carving with a chainsaw
Kevin and Stephen Pearsell
Kevin and Stephen Pearsell
Enjoying the show
Enjoying the show
Jamie Roberts and John Hyde Garrett with an engine and Triumph blade
Jamie Roberts and John Hyde Garrett with an engine and Triumph blade
Nick Gratton with a model
Nick Gratton with a model
Julie Mason showcases a pink tractor
Julie Mason showcases a pink tractor
Hundreds of exhibitors took part in the event
Hundreds of exhibitors took part in the event

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