Sydenham Village Fayre returns for 2019

WHEN? Saturday, June 1 – 12.30pm to 4pm – WHAT? A fun family day out including live entertainment, children’s games, dog show, vintage cars, BBQ, tea room and stalls.

WHERE? Sydenham village – The annual event, co-ordinated and run entirely by villagers, raises funds for local groups and causes, supporting schools, community organisations and facilities in the surrounding area. Last year it raised over £5,000 for local causes.

The Fayre centres around the picturesque village green and this year’s programme is packed with exciting shows and activities: Live entertainment will be taking place all day, including performances from ‘The Ted Roper Band’, Morris Men and local school children. Stokenchurch Judo Club has also agreed to put on a demonstration for spectators.

There will be plenty for kids to do, including the Fayre’s own ‘Kids’ Corner’ featuring hourly shows from the magical Mr Marvel and a variety of games for all ages. Stalls will be selling toys and kids will also be able to enjoy the inflatable assault course.

There will be food and drink galore, including the delicious BBQ hosted by Sydenham’s own Cricket Team, ice creams and popcorn, as well as the ‘Pimm’s Tent’ and a ‘Gin Tent’. The much-loved Tea Room, next to the church, will be serving sumptuous cakes and pastries, along with a selection of hot drinks throughout the day.

The Crown Inn will be hosting a pop-up bar on the village green with a fine selection of local beers, cider and prosecco. For the first time during the Fayre, it will be introducing an “Aunt Sally Challenge”, giving experts players and novices the chance to have a go at this quintessential Oxfordshire pub game.

The ‘Sydenham Car Show’ will be adding some new gems to its collection of vintage and envy-inducing automobiles.

Back by popular demand is the much-anticipated Sydenham Dog Show with a variety of classes to suit most canine competitors. Be sure to bring along your pampered pooches to compete for the coveted titles of ‘Best Fancy Dress’ and ‘Sydenham Supreme’. Dog Show classes commence from 1pm – registration starts at 12.30pm.

The roads will be lined with stalls selling quality gifts and goodies from local producers, plus there’ll be the ever-popular Bottle Tombola, Coconut Shy, Plate Smash, Plant Sale, Bric-A-Brac and Second Hand Book Stall.

Traditionally the event is rounded off by the hotly contested Tug-Of-War competition with teams from The Crown pub and The Inn at Emmington battling it out for the historic trophy at 3.30pm. The raffle will also be drawn, with a first prize of £100 for the winning ticket and the chance to win a dinner for two at either of the village’s excellent pubs.

Whilst the road through the village will be closed for the day, extensive free parking is available on the edge of the village, which can be accessed from the B4445 (coming from Chinnor, turn left at The Inn at Emmington). Disabled parking will be available.

As a community event, the success of the day relies so much on the enthusiasm of visitors from the neighbouring town and villages…so bring the family and help make Sydenham Fayre a highlight in the village’s calendar…we’re looking forward to welcoming everyone along for a fabulous day!