PRINCE Philip Barracks, in Bordon, was buzzing on Saturday afternoon, as crowds flocked to a market and craft fair in the grounds of what was, only a few months ago, an Army training area.

Stalls, more than 60 of them, were spread out over the parade ground and visitors braved a chill wind to enjoy the displays of local businesses, charities and craftsmen and women.

The market attracted businesses, charities, organisations and individuals, with each able to have their own goods and services on display or for sale.

There were fruit and vegetables, flowers, jewellery, cakes and bread, as well as companies showing the work they specialise in.

The craft fair had handmade goods created by, for example, wood sculpting, spinning, pottery and candle making.

While the adults enjoyed browsing, the children enjoyed games and face painting, and for the older ones, or brave adults, there was a bucking bronco.

The event was organised by the Whitehill and Bordon Regeneration Company, which is developing the barracks, and the town’s Phoenix Theatre.

A highlight was The Phoenix Theatre’s open-air performance of The Boy who Bit Picasso.

Visitors said it was good to see Prince Philip Barracks buzzing with activity, while traders, according to the organisers, felt it was “very well organised and we loved the information pack given to us prior to the event”.