In Pictures: Boston's May Fair returns to town with some hair-raising rides

Nine days of fairground fun kicked off in Boston on Saturday with the return of the annual May Fair.

By Gemma Gadd

Published 1st May 2023, 13:25 BST

Updated 1st May 2023, 14:33 BST

The popular event, which runs until Monday, May 8, features an array of children’s rides as well as ones for older children and adults with a head for heights.

The rides and other attractions are spread across the Market Place and Wide Bargate.

Saturday also saw a model fairground exhibition at the nearby Guildhall Museum.

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1. Galloping...chickens?

The fair offers real family fun for all ages. Photo: David Dawson

2. A Head for Heights

One of the more hair-raising rides at the May Fair. Photo: David Dawson

3. Refreshing

Enjoying some refreshments are: Ewelina Golko with Alex Golko, 6, Tomek Golko, 12 and Mateusz Golko, 8. Photo: David Dawson

4. Opening ceremony

The official opening of the May Fair, with Boston Mayor, Coun Anne Dorrian, right, and mace bearer Andy Lamming holding out their hats. Photo: Image supplied