Fairground rides and face painting at Wibsey Spring Fair this May
The Wibsey Events Group will be hosting their fourth spring event on the Wibsey Fairground on Saturday, May 10, from 11am to 4pm.
The Wibsey Spring Fair, which is sponsored by BRSK, will include a range of stalls selling goods and crafts.
As well as the fairground rides and face painting, there will be food vendors, street food, and children's activities.
Gareth Gregory, chair of the Wibsey Events Group, said: "It is a fantastic opportunity to come together once more as a community, to support each other, and to enjoy the activities and stalls.
"It is a day of positivity and fun which all the family can attend together.
"It also provides the opportunity to support our local businesses and remind people to 'use it or lose it.'
"We look forward to seeing everyone there to make this a big success once more."
A spokesperson added: "All are welcomed to the event, which is free entry, to enjoy a relaxed, fun, family day together."
For more details, please contact the Wibsey Events Group on wibseyeventsgroup@gmail.com.
The Wibsey Events Group is supported by the Wibsey Business & Community Facebook Group.
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