Over 500 flock to Norfolk Heritage Park for Friends’ Fair

Saturday 30 July saw over 500 people join the Friends of Norfolk Heritage Park as they celebrated their 10th anniversary at a free event in Sheffield’s historic, award winning park.

Dark clouds didn’t deter the revellers who turned up in droves to enjoy the range of activities, displays, food and music.

The bouncy castle and sports activity van were hits with the kids, who played cricket, football and other sports, while the adventurous tried their hand at the climbing wall. Others had a go at more traditional sports including caber tossing, cowpat throwing and welly wanging, while the highland cattle, lambs, goats and rabbits gave visitors a taste of the countryside.

While the kids were kept amused, adults could relax with a massage or manicure, or get their hair braided.

A fantastic display depicted the history of the park, including the time Queen Victoria visited and 50,000 children sang to her.

Erica Fidment, Secretary of the Friends of Norfolk Heritage Park, said: “It’s been a great day. The event attracted many of the local community who joined in the fun of the Friends fair. The unpromising weather forecast did not dampen the event. It was lovely to see so many people here having fun and enjoying everything that this fantastic park has to offer”.

The Friend’s Fair inspired people to discover more about the history of Norfolk Heritage Park and celebrate its recent achievement of receiving a Green Flag award.