'Biggest ever' fete sees thousands join in the fun on first day

Thousands of people flocked to the site on the outskirts of Norwich on Friday to revel amongst its many activities on offer.

A child at the soft play area at Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

Organised by the town council and volunteers, the fair has something for everyone with over 100 stalls, a fun fair, live music and even a Spitfire fly-pass to mark the jubilee.

It's all fun and games at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

Gary Blundell, lead volunteer event organiser, said: "It has been absolutely amazing today and we estimate we had 6,000 visitors, beating all other records.

Approximately 6,000 people attended the Costessey Fete and Fayre over the course of the day (Image: Archant)

"It's been great seeing so many families enjoying themselves. Its priceless.

"Without the support of the local community, town council and sponsors it wouldn't be what it is."

Children take part in a martial arts display at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

The fair continues on Saturday, June 4 with gates opening at 10am and the event finishing off with a fireworks display.

A family meet an alpaca at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

A vintage military vehicle at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

A martial arts display at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

A boy gives an alpaca a tickle on the chin at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

A Spitfire at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

A father and child stand next to a Spitfire plane at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

A family having fun at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

There are over 100 stalls to explore at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

More smiles at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

Children showing off their moves at the Costessey Fete and Fayre (Image: Archant)

Costessey Fete and Fayre 2022 (Image: Archant)