By George what a turn out in March! Thousands take part in annual celebration and parade - ‘a great day’ say organisers

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

A wide range of stalls, fun fair, entertainment, face painting, food, and live music lined the streets of March for the annual event which saw thousands turn out to enjoy the activities.

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

Jan French, chairman of the St George’s Fayre committee, said: “It was a fabulous day with a great show of community support.

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

“Weather was kind and everybody I spoke to said how much they enjoyed it. There were some really positive comments from people out on the streets, a great day all round.

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

“People were turning up even at 4pm as stalls were packing up.”

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

It was the town’s ninth St George’s Fayre, celebrating England’s patron saint.

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

The town centre is pedestrianised, creating space for a bustling street market.

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

There were Morris Dancers, a large craft market and an art exhibition.

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

The opening parade in celebration of St George went from The Fountain, Broad Street and into the Market Place in time for the official opening by the Mayor at 10.30am followed closely by the judging of the fancy dress competition.

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

Throughout the day there was a chance to hold a bird of prey, take a narrow boat trip with Fox’s, or have a tower tour at St Peters Church.

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

Children had the chance to join knight school or try their hand at racing ducks or circus skills.

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)

St George's Fayre 2017. It was a brilliant occasion celebrating its 10th anniversary March St George's Fayre saw massive crowds, a huge variety of stalls and entertainment, and a great day out. PHOTOS: Harry Rutter (Image: Rated Media 2015)