May 2009

Georgian Fair team announce plans for 2010

Following the 2008 Cockermouth Georgian Fair which was such a success, we are hoping to attract up to 15,000 visitors to the town, and we very much hope both townsfolk and visitors will join in the fun and take maximum advantage from this event. The main events on the Georgian Fair day on 1st May 2010 will be :

• 'Streetlife 1778' Discovery walks around the town with characters appearing to tell of their life in Cockermouth of the Georgian era. This is an interactive tour of the nooks and crannies of the town.
• A 'Made in Cumbria' market in Market Place and a voluntary group market in Main Street.
• Musicians and dancers who will be performing throughout the town and a Maypole
• Redcoats military display, street theatre and circus skills
• A series of concerts in The Kirkgate Centre
• A costume parade through the town
• Sedan Chair Racing, Cumberland Wrestling and a funfair on Memorial Gardens

A Georgian Fair Road-show is available now for groups to find more information on many aspects of the fair and how they can contribute. Volunteers are sought to widen the scope of the Georgian Fair Organising Group who will again lead the work. Come and be involved in this community enhancing effort.

Contact Stuart Wiltshire Publicity Co-ordinator on 01900 827809.