THE 770th Chulmleigh Old Fair, which ran from Tuesday, July 23 to Sunday, July 28, had a packed programme with something for everyone.

It began in the traditional way with a church service followed by the opening and raising of the white glove by Peter Older.

Then followed the crowning of Gracie Mackinnon-Jones as Fair Queen by Sue Older.

The ladies who provided teas in the Town Hall. AQ 4731
The ladies who provided teas in the Town Hall. AQ 4731 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Ready for the money scramble with the bags of money for each age group on the table. From left, Deborah and Ed Phillips, Peter and Sue Older, Rev Christine Chandler and right, Mark and Angela Jocelyn who donate the coins every year. AQ 4756
Ready for the money scramble with the bags of money for each age group on the table. From left, Deborah and Ed Phillips, Peter and Sue Older, Rev Christine Chandler and right, Mark and Angela Jocelyn who donate the coins every year. AQ 4756 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

During one of the children’s races. AQ 8367
During one of the children’s races. AQ 8367 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Her attendants were Esme Cleverdon, Rosanna Chant with heralds Alex Chant, Isaac Cann and Harry Crocombe, with crown bearer Charlotte Mackinnon-Jones.

Town Crier Ben Farlam read the Proclamation and the money scramble and street games were good to see.

The street was busy for the opening evening events. AQ 8322
The street was busy for the opening evening events. AQ 8322 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Children in one of the age groups picking up money thrown from the Town Hall for the money scramble. AQ 8343
Children in one of the age groups picking up money thrown from the Town Hall for the money scramble. AQ 8343 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Sue and Peter Older throwing out coins for the money scramble. AQ 8336
Sue and Peter Older throwing out coins for the money scramble. AQ 8336 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

During the week, there was a craft fair, country fair, sheep show and fun and games, flower and produce show, dog show, horse show, sports, fancy dress, orienteering, more races, vintage vehicles, treasure hunt, history walk, parties, bingo and so much more.

Chulmleigh certainly pulls together for its Fair and the event is a credit to the town.