23 photos as circus-themed Scalby Fair expected to raise £5,000+ for Scarborough community

Scalby Fair Day took place on June 20 and was the highlight of 12 events, which took place over nine days for Scalby Fair week. The Fair Day was a hugely popular, with hundreds of visitors flocking to the event and enjoying the summer sunshine.

Every year, Scalby Fair is a huge source of fundraising for the Scarborough community, and organisers expect that over £5,000 will be donated to deserving local causes due to the success of the event.

This year’s theme was the circus and the Fair started with a wonderful circus parade by Kellet’s Performing Arts performers, which brought colour and fun to the event. The parade made its way from Yew Court to the Main Stage, lead by incredibly dressed Ringmaster Martin Walker.

At the main stage was Nancy Tilley of Britian’s Got Talent fame on her drums. As well as Nancy this stage featured four performances from Kellet’s Performing Arts, a YMCA showcase, Magic Mike and Kevin O’Connor’s Irish Dancers.

This year the Fair expanded to two stages, one outside the Temperance Hall hosted by the amazing Magic Mike and a new stage at Yew Court, hosted by Kellet’s Performing Arts.

The Yew Court stage featured a further nine performances from Kellet’s Performing Arts plus the Scalby Songbirds and the Korali Ukranian Choir.

In the challenge arena there were Marshall Arts Displays from the Sun Association of Martial Arts and beat the goalie, alongside other games with Scalby Juniors FC.

The Demonstration Garden featured birds of prey, reptiles, willow weaving, sewing, wooden spoon carving, wood turning and upcycling. The Bouncing Mad Garden was full of laughter and fun.

A spokesperson for Scalby Fair said: “We made some significant changes this year which is always and risk but we have been blown away by the unsolicited feedback from both new and old visitors alike.

“We want to thank everybody who attended or took part in any way in this unique fair. We are already looking ahead to the 50th Scalby Fair next year on Saturday June 19.

“Scalby Fair is entirely run by volunteers. Over 50 volunteers helped on Fair Day ay, with more than 70 helping over the Fair Week.

"Volunteer slots start at two hours. If you are interested in helping next year please Email [email protected].

“As well as proving amazing entertainment Scalby Fair raises money for local charities.

“This year we expect to donate over £5,000 to local charities.” All photos provided by aidan24.photography.