39 fantastic photos from Whitehead Victorian Street Fair, 2011-2017
Celebrating the heritage of the town, the popular event is organised by Whitehead Community Association.
Through the years the fair has featured a host of entertainment from stilt walkers to fire performances, with visitors enjoying delectable food and drink stalls, arts and crafts, live music, fairground rides, talks, and storytelling.
The fair traditionally culminates with the Christmas tree lights switch-on and a fireworks display at the promenade.
We’ve taken a delve into the archives to unearth these fantastic photographs of Whitehead Victorian Street Fair between 2011 and 2017 – can you spot anyone you know?
The fair traditionally culminates with the Christmas tree lights switch-on and a fireworks display at the promenade.
5. Victorian Street Fair
Enjoying the festive atmosphere in Whitehead in 2012 are Bonita Kane, Helen Minor who was visiting from Atlanta USA, and Janet Thompson. Photo: RM Studios
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Whitehead Traditional Group entertaining visitors at the Victorian Street Fair in 2012. Photo: RM Studios
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Gilbert Armour explains how it all works to John McKendry from Whitehead at the 2011 fair. Photo: Ronnie Moore
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Leading the lantern parade through the streets of Whitehead during the 2013 fair were Mayor Billy Ashe along with councillors Isobel Day, Noel Williams and Andrew Wilson. Photo: RM Studios