Phew, what a scorcher! Thousands enjoy sun at events across region

Events took place across the Midlands, with some attracting record numbers as people donned their shorts and T-shirts and spent the weekend outside.

At Weston Park camper vans of all shapes and sizes sparkled in the sunlight as hundreds of spectators descended on Weston Park.

Vintage and custom VW buses were once again the star attraction at the annual Camper Jam weekend, now in its sixth year.

• VW buses star attraction at Weston Park Camper Jam - Pictures and video

As well as quirky motorhomes, other highlights included live bands, hundreds of trade stands and a fun fair. John Bennetto, aged 54, attended the show with his friend Joanne Mills, 52, from nearby Albrighton.

Mr Bennetto, who repairs haulage vehicles, said he was a self-confessed camper van fan.

He said: "I have been to this show for a couple of years now and it is great.

"As someone who is a fan of camper vans it is a lot of fun."

Dave Morgan, 30, travelled to Weston Park with his partner Sarah DeVille, 32, from Codsall.

Miss DeVille said: "I have always wanted to come to the show and have just bought a VW Beetle. We are really enjoying ourselves and it is really laid back and nice to go around and have a chat and make some other VW friends."

In Tettenhall the area's annual summer fete welcomed big crowds on Sunday.

The traditional fair included a tombola, dozens of stalls, a barbecue, tea and cakes and dance performances.

Among the sunbathed attendees was Tettenhall Wood resident Faye Whitehurst, who was there with Andrew Jackson and their children Eleanor, aged 20 months, and William, five.

She said: "We come every year and it's a really nice community event.

"It's absolutely gorgeous weather and the kids were desperate for an ice cream."

And Tettenhall Councillor Jonathan Yardley was at the fete helping out on the Local Neighbourhood Partnership stand.

"It's a magnificent turnout – the best ever," he said.

"It shows how popular the fete is becoming.

"It's a landmark event on our calendar."

Fun at the fair with Tettenhall's summer fete - In pictures

Around 3,000 people flocked to the Low Hill and Scotlands Carnival, which took place for the first time in 25 years on Saturday.

It took place at Moreton School playing fields, Bushbury, having been funded through a £1million scheme called Big Local.

Attractions included art displays, horticulture, face painting and bouncy castles.

Big Local representative Chris Allen said the event was a huge success.

"It was absolutely fantastic," he said.

"The weather obviously helped and we had so much going on.

"I don't think we'll be able to get away with not doing it next year because it went so well."

Other events over the weekend included the annual Proms in the Park at RAF Cosford and Wombourne Carnival.

Kate Shilvock, aged 24, from Meadow Lane, was among those to attend the carnival. There had been some doubt about its parade until police agreed to man the event for free late last year.

She said: "It's been really busy and absolutely lovely in the sunshine.

"We've all enjoyed ice creams and drinks and the children went on the bouncy castle.

"There was a great atmosphere and the whole family had a great time."

Meanwhile thousands of people enjoyed the sunshine, parade and activities taking place at this year's Stourbridge Carnival – run for the 26th year.

The theme was 'food glorious food' and so there was a host of tasty treats on offer for all the family, with crowds entertained by a dazzling series of dance shows put on by a range of groups from the local community.

• Sun comes out for Stourbridge Carnival - In pictures

The ATC Kingswinford band led the parade through the town and those taking part included the Fantasy Dance group, Brierley Hill Musical Theatre Company, Hanbury Baptist Church and Thorns Community College.

Visitors also had the chance to see some classic cars which had been put on display.

Adrian Mead, aged 45, had brought along his 1979 Austin Minor pick-up truck.

Lisa Walker had come with six-year-old daughter Maisie. The 43-year-old from Pedmore said: "She was fantastic in her dancing and she really loves it. So now that she has done that we are going on some of the rides and going to have a wander about."

The telesales worker added: "The weather is fantastic and it has brought so many people out today."

A host of colourful film characters joined the hundreds of visitors at this year's Wolverley Carnival.

The theme of the celebration was films and the parade was packed full of characters including princesses and pirates, the Pink ladies from the musical Grease and the magical stars of the Wizard of OZ.

The colourful floats were led by the marching band the West Midlands Crystalettes, and also included scooters, circus performers and the Wyre Forest Navy Corps and Severn Area Rescue Association.

Chairman of the Wolverley Carnival team Charles Sherrey said: "It was the best carnival we have ever managed to stage. The turnout was absolutely fantastic, and the sun shone which was brilliant.

"In the arena there was non stop entertainment from all the acts, and the majority of organisations and shops from Wolverley had a stall or display. It was brilliant."

Wendy Anderson joint manager of Sebright Cygnets Nursery said she was pleased so many children and their families had got involved.

She said: "The theme for our float was Disney and we had lots princesses, a Captain Hook, and Snow White.

The children looked fantastic and really got into the spirit of things, and thoroughly enjoyed taking part."

Thousands of people took to the sun-drenched streets of Pelsall to celebrate the village's 41st carnival.

The biggest procession in recent years set off from Commonside with 38 different acts including nine floats, seven walking groups and three bands.

• Thousands enjoy sun-drenched Pelsall Carnival - In pictures

Two arenas in the showground were packed with large crowds who saw a diverse range of entertainment including a mass Zumba class, a target display from junior firefighters, musical performances, dance troupes, gymnasts and the crowning of carnival royalty. There was also an RSPCA area display of the best of the area's furry friends.

The carnival has run every year since 1972.

Ian Rhydderch, secretary of the carnival committee, described the day as 'super-dooper'.

He said: "An outdoor event is 10 times better if the weather is good, and by golly it was really good.

"The streets were lined with spectators for the one-and-three-quarter mile route and everybody had a big smile on their face.

"For me the procession is the most important thing as it captures everyone's imagination and it so important that we get the youngsters interested in it to help keep the carnival alive," he added.

"The year is not complete without carnival day in Pelsall."

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