A variety of activities for all the family during the afternoon set the scene for the traditional ‘Eleventh Night’ celebrations later on of bands, music, fireworks and the bonfire lighting.
Photographer Tony Hendron went along to capture some of the atmosphere of the afternoon.
9. Edgarstown bonfire fun day
Joan Maginn, left, and Margaret Rydacki preparing burgers and hot dogs at the Edgarstown bonfire fun day. PT27-259. Photo: Tony Hendron
10. Edgarstown bonfire fun day
Everyone enjoyed the Edgarstown bonfire fun day on Thursday including from left, Brinley and Sharon Wall, Trevor Hall and Bradley Hall. PT27-256. Photo: Tony Hendron
11. Edgarstown bonfire fun day
Working hard at the barbecue to keep everyone fed at the Edgarstown bonfire fun day are from left, Stephen Armstrong, Kenny Gilmore, Philip Robinson and Aubrey Maginn. PT27-258. Photo: Tony Hendron
12. Edgarstown bonfire fun day
Epworth Methodist Church volunteer, Judith West was busy applying tattoos at the Edgarstown bonfire fun day. PT27-257. Photo: Tony Hendron