Gala fever got under way in Outwell today with events this weekend including a raft race, It’s a Knockout competition and family entertainment.

Cambs Times: Outwell Gala weekend raft race. Picture: Steve Williams.Outwell Gala weekend raft race. Picture: Steve Williams. (Image: Archant)

The event, organised by Outwell Village Hall Committee, kicked off ith a raft race on the Basin, starting at the Crown Lodge Hotel at 1pm. Teams of four for adults and six for juniors wereinvited to enter the raft race.

Cambs Times: Outwell Gala weekend raft race. Team Big Babies recieving flour bombs as they finish first. Picture: Steve Williams.Outwell Gala weekend raft race. Team Big Babies recieving flour bombs as they finish first. Picture: Steve Williams. (Image: Archant)

On Sunday there will be a fun day at the village playing field from noon-5pm with an It’s a Knockout style competition for adult and junior teams.

There will also be sideshows, games and craft stalls, car boot stalls, bouncy castles, a barbecue and licensed bar.

Entry for the It’s a Knockout competitions is free, as is admission to the fun day.

Inquiries visit www.outwellvillage.co.uk or contact Paul on 07977 946640 or 01945 772991.