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HUNDREDS took in the atmosphere and traditional activities of the Knutsford Lions centenary fair on The Heath on Bank Holiday Monday.

The Knutsford pride – one of more than 900 across the UK – marked 100 years since the founding of the first club by moving the annual King Street fair to a bigger setting.

With competitions including welly-wanging and tug-of-war complemented by a variety of food, drink, trade and charity stalls, there was something on offer for everyone.

Organiser Clive Heath said: “We were worried with the forecast, but we ended up filling about two-thirds of The Heath. There were a lot of a people, and everyone was very happy. It was a great day and we couldn’t have hoped for any better.

“The food area was packed out, and because it was fine and warm people stayed and enjoyed the music.

“On the day, the Lions really pulled together, helping out and doing different aspects.”

The Knutsford Lions were joined by members from 17 clubs across the north west and Wales, with The BFG’s Ruby Barnhill and Knutsford May Queen Charlotte James judging a ‘Big Friendly Lion’ competition for those who arrived in suitable attire, with Urmston the winner.

Knutsford businesses also donated more than £1,000 worth of raffle prizes on the day, while a prettiest pooch competition saw winners across three categories.

Among the Lions members lending a hand on the day was Lord Lieutenant of Cheshire, David Briggs.

Welly-wanging winners were Clinton Macrae in the men’s category, Lucy Kirk in the women’s, and Ben Digby came out on top among the juniors.

Lions members litter-picked throughout the day, and finished the job along with stallholders as they packed up at the end of the day.

Clive said: “A lot of people said they preferred it on The Heath because it was more open with more space. We will be going back to the street fair, but we will have to think about the future.”