Traditional Charter Fair returns to Salisbury today
The fair dates back to 1227
A centuries old tradition returns to Salisbury city centre this afternoon as the Charter Fair opens in the Market Place.
The event, which dates back to 1227, is thanks to a charter being granted to the Bishop of Salisbury by King Henry III to hold a fair on the third Monday in October.
It will see the city centre packed with rides, such as family favourites the carousel, dodgems and waltzer, as well as high intensity rides such as 'Chaos', alongside games, street food and sweet treats.
The fun begins at 2pm today (19/10), with the traditional civic parade from The Guildhall to the twister, before opening speeches and a blessing of the fair.
The fair will be open until 9pm tonight, and then from 11am until 10pm Monday to Wednesday.