A sunny day, live music, a friendly dog show and all the fun of a village fete added up to record turn-out for Northiam Bonfire’s Midsummer Festival on Saturday June 23. With the welcome return of The Starrlite Beatles, a lazy afternoon sitting in the sunshine with a drink and a burger was very attractive. However, some of the more energetic visitors brought their dogs to take part in the excellent Fun Dog Show and terrier races. Local produce was key, with ice cream, sausages and beer all produced in Northiam.
There was a lot of interest in the display by 1066 Falconry and the Beach Buddies Newfoundlands were a great attraction – especially when they took over the terrier racing track!
Northiam Bonfire Society’s Bonfire Procession and Fireworks will be on Saturday October 20 this year.
Dog Show winners –
Cutest puppy – Crystal, Sally Smith
Best veteran – Maddie, Charles Grey
Prettiest bitch – Molly, Rebecca Tytheliegh
Handsome dog – Sherlock, Carol Lampkin
Best child handler – Olive Scarlett?
Best rescue – Saffire, Samantha Hurley
Best crossbreed – Delilah, Portia Unwin
Best biscuit catcher: Rusty, Isabelle Lambert
Grateful thanks to :-
Specsavers for sponsoring the event
Cinque Ports Veterinary Surgery for sponsoring the rosettes
Rupert Farrant from Broadoak Kennels for judging
Totally Canine Training for the cup and prize for best child handler
Corrine De Mann for the prize for reserve in show
Marian Child from East Sussex Pet Photography for the best in show prize and taking pictures in the ring on the day.
Beach Buddies Newfoundlands for their display and K-9 Rescue Remedy for attending.
Photo: George Rowson
Image Credits: J. Minter .