IT was an action-packed week for the 765th Chulmleigh Old Fair and despite being very hot and sunny for all of it, it has been described as “fantastic”.

It began with the traditional church service and blessing of the Fair Queen Jessie Vile and her “royalty”, the opening by the raising of the white glove by Mrs Debbie Phillips and crowning of the Fair Queen by Mr Ed Phillips.

There was the reading of the Royal Proclamation, which enables the Fair to take place, by Chulmleigh Town Crier.

Later was the money scramble and children’s races followed by entertainment.

Other events during the week included a flower festival, 60-plus stall craft and country market, the pavement artists competition, a country fair, sheep show, vintage vehicle rally and static engines, flower and produce show, children’s entertainment and a dog show.

Afternoon teas were served, there was a golf challenge and handbell ringing, a music night, an archive exhibition and many sporting events, including a football tournament and cricket match.

There was a town walk, motor scavenge, gymkhana and horse show, treasure trail, antiques afternoon, clay pigeon shoot, children’s entertainment, orienteering, dancing in the street, a skittles competition, re-enactment battle, open road race, fancy dress competitions and much, much more.

The organising committee hope that some young faces will join the committee to help ensure the Fair continues in the future.