Plans are under way to bring a carnival-style fete back to Caister on Sea.
The Caister Village Experience takes place on June 25 and will have all the elements of a classic celebration.
It revives an event that has been missing from the community calendar since it was cancelled several years ago.
Visitors to the King George V Playing Field in Allendale Road can expect much-loved sideshows, entertainment and activities.
It is the brainchild of the Caister’s Women’s Institute to help boost the funds of the playing field – and has been helped by a £2,000 grant from the Greater Yarmouth Tourism and Business Improvement Area.
In the main arena performances are planned from Dragons Stage and Theatre School, Phoenix Karate, Caister School of Dance and The Centre Stage Company.
There will be: stalls; age-old games such as a coconut shy and hook-a-duck; poultry, pet and dog shows; and competitions to design a seed tray miniature garden and decorate a cupcake.
GYTABIA’s grant is part of its commitment to attract visitors to the area and boost the economy in the Business Improvement District (BID).
Its chairman Gareth Brown said: “This event will be a great experience for holidaymakers. They want to enjoy the surroundings at their accommodation, but also explore the area around us, so having great events going on is critical.
“Although Great Yarmouth is the BID’s main focus, we try to represent all other areas of the borough. This includes Caister where there are active members who have come up with this fantastic idea.”
Ruth Bond-Holland, playing field event manager, said: “The original carnival was cancelled a few years ago so we really wanted to resurrect a traditional event that would unite all ages. We loved the idea that it could be quirky and nostalgic and have all the elements of real village life.”
“We have great community spirit and this is the perfect chance to show that off while increasing the profile of the village. We are very grateful to the BID for its support.”
- The fete will be held from 11am-3pm and is free.
PANEL
A group of carnival royals will play an integral part to the fete proceedings on June 25.
And the quest is now on to find the perfect princess, prince, attendants and queen.
A selection evening is taking place at Caister Town Hall on Saturday, May 20, from 7pm, organised and sponsored by Nigel Alexander, the director of Dragons Stage and Theatre School.
It is open to children in three age groups, aged from five to 18, and will have a Night at the Musicals theme.
A selection of songs from the shows will be performed during the evening by members of the stage school.
The audience will be given a voting form along with two judges, who will count the results.
During the fete the royals will reside in a palace gazebo by the entertainment arena and will accompany the judges to various competitions to present rosettes.
- For entry forms email alphadragon5555@gmail.com
