Community Fun Day

It is the first time that the initiative is being jointly hosted by Caw Nelson Drive Action Group and Caw 2000, and a large turnout of people is expected for the events and activities.

There are three separate strands to this year’s extravaganza, according to Caw Nelson Drive co-ordinator, Linda Watson, who said the three-hour event would get underway with a car boot sale in Masie’s Square at 11am.

At the same time, on the Nelson Drive playing fields all manner of fun and games will get underway, which, weather permitting, will include giant inflatable activity toys such as a bouncy castle, obstacle course and shark slide.

There is also a laser tag game for little people, and a bungee run for all those who think they are game enough!

More unusual activities will include archery demonstrations and taster sessions.

As is customary, the event will include a series competitions to give the day an edge.

“We will be holding all our usual races for boys and girls, so there should be lots of thrills and spills with that, and we hope lots of parents and grandparents come along to cheer their children and grandchildren on,” said Linda.

“We will also be staging our usual competitions, including the Bonny Baby, Little Miss Caw and Caw Master Muscles.

“We will be taking names for the competitions from 11am until 12pm, and judging will take place at 12.30pm, with the winners being announced and the prizes presented at around 1.30pm.

“At 2pm we will be having the third strand of our Fun Day, which is the official opening of the Kilfennan Football Pitch by our Mayor, Maurice Devenney, and this will be followed by a pre-season friendly between Caw FC and Institute FC,” said Linda.

Those atttending are asked to note that a £1 charge is applicable to all children which will entitle them to free access to all the activities. There will not be separate fees for the various activities.

Those taking cars to the car boot sale should be aware that there is a £5 charge to enter, and all those wishing to enter a car must register their vehicle and book themselves in at the Community House or by telephoning 028 7128 6217.

The event is funded by the DSD’s Areas at Risk Programme.