Croxley Revels summer fair was back for all the family

Today, Saturday, June 18, people were treated to performances from community talent groups, including street dancing, maypole dancing and a Taekwon-do display on The Green in Croxley Green.

The event had fun fair rides for children. Picture: Kimberley Hackett

The annual event has been delayed for two years due to COVID restrictions.

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Free to attend, thousands came out to enjoy the festival that catered to all ages.

Esther Blake, 46, visited with her twin boys, Alfie and Jack Blake, aged 13.

Left to right: Brothers Alfie and Jack Blake

Ms Blake of Hastings Way, Croxley Green, said: “We are glad to be back after it being cancelled for the past two years.

“We’ve really enjoyed watching the shows in the arena.”

Charlotte Black, 33, said she was happy to see the event back.

Ms Black of Dickinson Square, Croxley Green, said: “We come every year. It is nice to bring the community back together, having fun and raising money for the local charities.”

Her daughter and son, Summer Black aged 10 and Leo Black, four, said they were both excited to see the pushball event.

Left to right Summer, Charlotte and Leo. Picture: Kimberley Hackett

With an abundance of performers out to showcase their talents, many families joined to support as well.

The Harrison family, of Greystoke Drive, Ruislip, went to support their daughter Sophia, 10, who was taking part in the Harefield Gymnastics Display.

Shehara Harrison, 43, said: “It’s a really nice atmosphere today. There are a lot of people who have come out to support.”

Simon Harrison, 43, said: “The performances have been really fun too.”

Left to right: Simon, Dylan and Shehara Harrison went to watch their daughter Sophia perform. Picture: Kimberley Hackett

Estate agents Sewell & Gardner, based in Rickmansworth, held a fundraiser called Soak the Agent, which proved popular among children.

Throwing wet sponges at estate agents raised £103 for the Peace Hospice.

A good cause that made Jakob Anderson, 11, happy.

Mr Anderson, from Leavesden who visited with his family said soaking the agents was his favourite part of the day.

Jakob Anderson throwing a wet sponge at an estate agent for charity. Picture: Kimberley Hackett

One of the event's five organisers Simon Crabtree was more than pleased with the event's success.

He said: “It’s been absolutely fantastic to welcome thousands of people back after a two-year break.

“It’s brilliant to see everyone out having a wonderful day.”

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