Fairs And Fairground Rides Collection

Nottingham Goose Fair 1927

Mayor Leonard D. V. Wordingham and lady mayoress ride the dodgem cars at the Reach Fair, May 18th 1959 In 1201 King John granted a charter for the holding of a fair in Reach

Torquay Regatta Fair along Victoria Parade in the early 1950s

Billy Crow oversees Crows fun fair dismantled and on its way to the next venue. Circa June 1972

Billy Crow senior and junior seen here overseeing the set up of their fair in Teesside 31st May 1984

A small child enjoying the thrill of the merry-go-round at Silcocks Fair at Skelmersdale 17th May 1973

Scenes at Bembom Brothers White Knuckle Theme Park (formerly known as Dreamland) in Margate, Kent. Pictured the Meteor ride. 5th April 1982

Mr Billy Crow at the annual fair at Albert Park, Middlesbrough Circa August 1979

Fairground workers assembly a ride in Stokesley in preparation of the annual fair. Circa September 1972

Northallerton May Fair 1971 The operator of a childs roundabout checks that the youn riders are secure in their seats

Little Peter MacNeil (10) has a laugh at himself in the distorted mirrors at the Louis Tousaud Chamber of Horrors in Brighton Sussex 5th March 1954

Edwardian elegance at Torquay Regatta Fair Circa 1910

Roundabouts on The Horsefair, Bristol 1880

Fireworks, Kings Meadow park, Reading, Berkshire, 4th November 1995

Bumper cars at Silcocks Fair at Skelmersdale 17th May 1973

Mum with son and daughter enjoying the swings at Silcocks Fair at Skelmersdale 17th May 1973

Children enjoying a ride on the bumper cars at Silcocks Fair at Skelmersdale 17th May 1973

All the fun of Silcocks Fair big wheel at Skelmersdale 17th May 1973

All the fun of Silcocks Fair at Skelmersdale 17th May 1973

Nottingham Goose Fair 1927

Fair organised by Lanchester Polytechnic Arts Festival, complete with dodgems, controversially setup only a few yards from Coventry Cathedral, 4th January 1973

Models wearing the latest in Culotte fashion. 1977

Flying through the air with the greatest of ease on one of the rides at the Clairville Common Fair 30th May 1994

Fun seekers enjoying all the fun of the fair on the Octopus ride at the Clairville Common Fair 31st May 1984

Britains first Super-Loop can be seen at Hayes fairground, Middlesex, over the Easter holiday. Brought over to Britain from America by fairground owner Mr Joe Stevens

Scenes at Weymouth Fairground, Dorset. 14th July 1977

All the fun of the fair, the bright lights of the big wheel light up the night sky at Stokesley August 1980

Billy Crow at the Stockton Riverside 6th August 1987

A hair raising experience for youngsters on one of the rides at the Clairville Common Fair 30th May 1994

Fun seekers enjoying all the fun of the fair at the Stokesley Fair 20th July 1997

Flying through the air with the greatest of ease on one of the rides at the Clairville Common Fair 30th May 1994

Brother and sister riding a motorcycle on a childs roundabout at the Northallerton May Fair 1971

Fun seekers enjoying all the fun of the fair on the Octopus ride at the Clairville Common Fair 31st May 1984

A hair raising experience for youngsters on one of the rides at a fair in the north east of England 18th August 1992

father and young son enjoy a ride on the Helter Skelter at the Tolworth Fun Fair in 1934

Crowds enjoying the Chair-O-Plane at the Tolworth Fun Fair in 1934

Crowds enjoying the Tolworth Fun Fair in 1934

The Cafe fairground ride at Abergele Bonfire & Fair. 9th November 1995

Russell Smith of Southport shows just how fit you can be at 80. Mr Smith, a retired industrial engineer claims the secret of staying young is 3.5 - 5 minutes of exercise each day

Pensioners enjoy a day out at New Brighton, the League of Welldoers act as hosts. 7th July 1964

Torquay regatta Fairground workers take a break. Circa 1910

Cardiffs Big Weekend street festival kicks off with a bang as thousands of people crowd into the city centre to join in the fun, Cardiff, Wales, Friday 9th August 1996

Fun Day, Stewart Park, Marton, Middlesbrough, England, 20th August 1995

Newcastle United 1986, Pre Season. Players take time out on a inflatable bouncing castle at their Benwell training ground to help publicise Bounce Aid, the latest North East answer to Band Aid

Agricultural Show Cleveland, 24th July 1993. Move over brother. Chris Smith slides across to put the squeeze on brother Richard

Brian Connolly putting final touches to the Cyclone, at the fair on Stokesley High Street. The fair precedes the annual agricultural show on Saturday. 20th September 1978

Councillor Weaver with one of the youngsters from Wisteria Lodge on the merry-go-round. 2nd June 1982

In safe hands of the law... Jason Lawson (left) aged 10 and Scott Marsdon aged 3
In safe hands of the law...Jason Lawson (left) aged 10 and Scott Marsdon aged 3, take a fairground ride with Superintendent Noel Edwards of Fletchamstead Police Station at the Coventry Memorial Park

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Step right up and experience the thrill throughout history. From the iconic Nottingham Goose Fair in 1927 to the Torquay Regatta Fair along Victoria Parade in the early 1950s, these events have always been a source of excitement and joy for people of all ages. In a delightful snapshot from Reach Fair, Mayor Leonard D. V. Wordingham and the lady mayoress can be seen enjoying a ride on the dodgem cars, showcasing their playful side amidst their official duties. Meanwhile, Billy Crow oversees his fun fair being dismantled and transported to its next venue, ensuring that the magic continues wherever they go. At Bembom Brothers White Knuckle Theme Park (formerly known as Dreamland), visitors are treated to thrilling scenes that will make their hearts race with adrenaline. The park's founder, Mr. Billy Crow senior and junior, are captured overseeing the set-up of their fair in Teesside, ensuring every detail is perfect for an unforgettable experience. The annual fair at Albert Park in Middlesbrough brings together families from near and far. In August 1979, Mr. Billy Crow himself graces this event with his presence, adding an extra touch of excitement to an already lively atmosphere. Behind-the-scenes glimpses reveal hardworking fairground workers assembling rides in Stokesley ahead of their annual fair - a testament to the dedication it takes to create such magical moments for everyone involved. Northallerton May Fair in 1971 showcases not only exhilarating rides but also heartwarming interactions between operators and children who find endless delight on each attraction. Little Peter MacNeil's infectious laughter echoes through distorted mirrors at Louis' booth - proof that fairs bring out pure joy even when things get twisted. Transporting us back over a century ago is Torquay Regatta Fair circa 1910 where Edwardian elegance meets amusement park thrills - a charming blend of sophistication and excitement.