WHY not go along to Hale Recreation Ground this Saturday (July 1) for the ever expanding and increasingly popular Hale Carnival, where not just locals come out to play but those from further afield too?

There will be children’s entertainment, the Connely fun fair for all to enjoy, and a Pimms and beer tent, supplying a wide selection of real ales , as well as food including chips and burgers.

Kickstarting the afternoon activities off will be maypole dancing in the arena from 2.05pm, followed by music on stage from 2.35pm, with the procession leaving Hale school at 6pm and arriving on the green at 6.45pm.

There is even a dog show for those who fancy the chance of winning a rosette with their four-legged friend.

The fun carries on through until 10pm when the day closes with John Connely’s firework display.

“There will also be lots of stalls with games, cakes and sweets as well as other treats. We are a small committee who work hard throughout the year to put on what we hope will be a fantastic day for all, as well as raising money for our local schools and charities,” said a member of the Hale Carnival Committee. “So please come and enjoy a great family day, hopefully in the sunshine. For more information go to our website www.halecarnival.co.uk, or the Hale Carnival Facebook page.”