Families near Cannock are gearing up for annual summer shows
Festival dates have been set for residents in Great Wyrley near Cannock.
It’s almost summer and residents in a Staffordshire village are getting ready for their annual festivals.
The Great Wyrley Scarecrow Festival will be held on May 16 at at Harrisons Sports and Social Club, Wharwell Lane, Great Wyrley from 2pm. There will be a trail to follow and a best display contest.
Creative families will be displaying their exhibits outside properties on this date.
The annual carnival will be held on June 27 from midday.
The parade will be led by this year’s chosen carnival queen Mia Forrester, carnival king Connor Ridgway, princess Savannah Collins and prince Henry Griffiths.
Pauline Kelsey, of the carnival committee, says: “This year is the 50th year of Great Wyrley Carnival which was started in 1977 for the late Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee celebrations.
“The carnival has gone from strength to strength over the years and is a very popular free community event. To celebrate the event Stannage Stunt Motor Cycle Team are performing in the main arena.”
Other attractions will include Platinum Gym Club, ELH Dance display, a fun dog show, Great Wyrley Concert Band and Fabaloony children's entertainment, charity stalls, craft and food stalls and Dobsons Fun Fair.
More details are on the Great Wyrley Carnival and Events Facebook page.
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