WINKLEIGH Fair opened on Sunday, July 13 with Dressing the Well with a Church Service led by Rev Helen Blaine followed by the Crowning of Bonnie Clayton (11) as Fair Queen and Levi Turner (11) as King.

Crediton Town Band entertained in Winkleigh Square for the Fair opening.  AQ 6644
Crediton Town Band entertained in Winkleigh Square for the Fair opening. AQ 6644 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Some of the members of the Winkleigh Fair committee.  AQ 6657
Some of the members of the Winkleigh Fair committee. AQ 6657 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The event also included entertainment from Crediton Town Band, the serving of refreshments in the Square and a Murder Mystery Trail.

A dog show was held on Monday and Bingo on Tuesday. Wednesday saw the Classic Vehicle and Bike Show take place in the Square.

Winkleigh Methodist Church offered cream teas and drinks on the opening day of the Fair.  AQ 6678
Winkleigh Methodist Church offered cream teas and drinks on the opening day of the Fair. AQ 6678 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Jeannette, Paul and Clare during the Murder Mystery trail around Winkleigh as part of Winkleigh Fair.  AQ 6685
Jeannette, Paul and Clare during the Murder Mystery trail around Winkleigh as part of Winkleigh Fair. AQ 6685 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

Today, Thursday, sees the Rounders tournament take place at Winkleigh Sports Centre with a Quiz Night on Friday and Fair in the Square on Saturday from 3pm.

It will feature live music, and many stalls, full details on Winkleigh Fair Facebook page.

Bunting up for Winkleigh Fair.  AQ 6682
Bunting up for Winkleigh Fair. AQ 6682 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

One of the Winkleigh Fair advertising banners.  AQ 6690
One of the Winkleigh Fair advertising banners. AQ 6690 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)