May Fair 2024
Ludlow Town Council Announces the Return of Ludlow May Fair
Ludlow Town Council prepares to welcome back the much-anticipated Ludlow May Fair from Thursday 2nd to Monday 6th of May. The May Fair promises a weekend filled with rides, fair favourites and traditions.
The fair will open for a fun-filled weekend of excitement from Thursday afternoon. One of the favourite traditions is the unique May Fair Sunday service, taking place on the dodgem cars at 11:30 am on Sunday 5th of May. Visitors are invited to attend this special event.
“The May Fair holds a cherished place in Ludlow’s cultural heritage, and we invite residents and visitors alike to come and enjoy this much-anticipated event”.
In honour of the 50th anniversary, since the Wynn Family took over the organisation of the May Fair, a special temporary exhibit will be on display at Ludlow Museum. The exhibit will be open from Friday 19th April – late June.
Ludlow Museum, located at the Buttercross, is open Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays from 10 am – 4 pm. The exhibit will offer a glimpse into the history and heritage of this beloved event. Admission to the museum is £1.20, with free entry for children under 16 (subsidised by The Friends of Ludlow Museum).
Please note that during Ludlow May Fair, road closures will be in effect from 5 pm on Wednesday 1st of May – Tuesday 7th of May at 10 am. Roads affected; High Street, Market Square, Castle Street Car Park, the top of Dinham and the top of Mill Street.
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