VILLAGERS and visitors braved downpours to travel back in time at Sedgefield's Medieval Fair at the weekend.
After 32 years, modern attractions have updated the fair but organisers have maintained its historic theme.
Saturday's rain failed to dampen the spirits of Sedgefield Community Association members, who raised £4,800 towards the upkeep of their Ceddesfield Hall headquarters.
The day began with a procession of floats and exhibitors, including re-enactment group the Knights of the Black Phoenix and their horses, who later entertained with a jousting display.
Hardwick Primary School won the float competition. Tug-of-war trophy winners were the Hardwick Arms and the Round Table.
Abigail Hearman marked golden jubilee year by dressing as the Queen to take the prize for the best fancy dress.
The flower queen, eight-year-old Laura Raynard, had been chosen at a special disco in Ceddesfield Hall.
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