Thousands flock to Sandringham Game and Country Fair

Colin and Marion Dack from Norwich enjoying the sunshine at Sandringham (Image: Chris Bishop)

The rain threatened but didn't quite materialise before temperatures soared on Saturday.

A horse boarder acelerrates into the arena at Sandringham Game and Country Fair (Image: Chris Bishop)

With the going firm, horse boarders thrilled the crowds with boarders touching 30mph in the main arena.

A tired dog takes a breather at the Sandringham Game and Country Fair (Image: Chris Bishop)

While there were a few tired dogs towards the end of the afternoon, there were plenty of treats on sale to take home.

Part of the military vehicle display at Sandringham (Image: Chris Bishop)

Vehicle displays ranged from the ex-military to diminutive steam engines huffing and puffing while their owners enjoyed the sun.

Miniature steam engine owners relax while their machines puff away at Sandringham (Image: Chris BIshop)

Traditional fairground rides proved a big draw, while crafts ranged from dyed-in-the-wool traditional to the snarl of chainsaws as carvers turned tree trunks into works of art.

A traditional set of gallopers delighted show-goers (Image: Chris Bishop)

The two-day show continues on Sunday.

A woman enjoys a ride on the gallopers (Image: Chris Bishop)

There were hundreds of displays, large and small at Sandringham Game and Country Fair (Image: Chris Bishop)

A chainsaw carver at work (Image: Chris BIshop)

A colourful display reminded show-goers autumn is just around the corner (Image: Chris Bishop)

Action from the horse boarding at the Sandringham Game and Country Fair (Image: Chris BIshop)

Horses and riders could reach seeds of up to 30mph (Image: Chris BIshop)