Hundreds of families turned out to the first Mansfield District Council Summer Festival in Mansfield at King George V Park.

Free entertainment including Punch and Judy show, reptile handling, dog show, face painting, pony rides and much more.

The festival at King George V Park was the first of three, the next of which is on Wednesday, 10th August at Titchfield Park, from 10am to 3pm.

Visitors will be able to enjoy arena attractions including a fun dog show with doggy dancing and tricks. The council’s dog control team will also offer advice on responsible dog ownership.

Garden games, circus workshops, maypole dancing and parachute games are among the activities planned for the arena.

There will be hands-on bird box and bug hotel making activities, provided by Maun Conservation Group, as well as information stands and quizzes to educate the community about topical issues.

There will be live music from Dammit Jack and the Maypole Good Time Band and free sports water bottles and Frisbees.

Dr Bikes will offer free servicing for cyclists, including safety checks, puncture repairs, brake repairs and gear setting.

Cllr Andrew Tristram, Mansfield District Council’s portfolio holder for the environment, said: “The festival at King George V Park was a great success and was enjoyed by many families.

“The next one at Titchfield Park is sure to be huge and with something for everyone to have a go at, so there’s no better reason to get out the house, come rain or shine, to make the most of the summer holidays.”

The next festivals are at Titchfield Park, Mansfield, on Wednesday, 10 August and Carr Lane Park, Warsop on Wednesday, 24 August. All the events are from 10am to 3pm.

Full details are available online at www.mansfield.gov.uk/summerfestival