Framlingham Gala Fest makes welcome return after two-year absence

The event, which made a comeback following two years of cancellations due to Covid, was labelled a festival of colour, music and noise.

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"There was a really good crowd throughout the whole day", said Gala Fest chairman, Steve Calver.

"The music and sports activities were great.

"Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves."

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The festival normally runs for three days over the Bank Holiday weekend at the end of May, but a clash with the Queen's Platinum Jubilee meant organisers had to postpone and switch to just one day.

The venue was also changed from the traditional location of Castle Meadow.

"We missed a couple of years due to Covid", said Steve.

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"And then there were some changes that had to be made due to clashes with other events.

"Next year we will return to the normal format.

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"But, considering the circumstances, you couldn't fault it.

"It went really well."