Rendlesham Show 2019

One of my favourite parts of the job is event photography, so I was pleased to be asked by Rendlesham Parish Council to photograph this year’s Rendlesham Show. It’s the second time I’ve covered it, and I enjoyed every minute.

It’s good to be in the middle of the atmosphere and watch the community come together to celebrate. This year’s theme was ‘All creatures great and small’, which is a fun idea for a carnival, festival or party. You really can’t go wrong with it.

The funfair started a little earlier this year, so I got some good action shots. Last year was blisteringly hot and I packed my sun cream; this time the weather wasn’t as kind, but as you can see it didn’t dampen anyone’s spirits.

Rendlesham Parish Council does a fine job of making sure the day works for local residents and their friends and family. It’s no small task to organise and keep everything running like clockwork, and I’m happy to stay behind the camera.

Remember, there’s only ever one chance to capture an event. Once it’s over, the moment has passed for good.

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A dog herds a group of ducks across a grass field while spectators watch behind bunting at a countryside event.
A zookeeper in khaki uniform and black cowboy hat holds a large leopard with spotted coat and white wrappings around its body.
A girl in a black dress performs a baton twirl routine on a grass field at an outdoor show, watched by spectators and parked vehicles.
A young woman with pink and red hair performs baton twirling on a grass field while spectators watch from behind Union Jack bunting.
A young woman in a black lace dress holds a baton at an outdoor village fete or fair, with tents and vehicles visible behind her.
A young woman with red hair holding a baton stands on a grass field during an outdoor event, with spectators seated behind her.
A girl in a black dress throws a baton high into the air during a majorette performance at an outdoor summer festival.
Two girls juggling at a village fête on a grass field with tents, vehicles and spectators in the background.
A young girl performs a baton twirl at an outdoor village fête, with spectators seated on benches behind Union Jack bunting.
A young woman performs a baton twirling routine on a grass field at an outdoor fair or carnival, with spectators and caravans behind her.
Young cheerleaders in colorful skirts perform with pink and black pom-poms at an outdoor festival with tents and vehicles behind them.
Three cheerleaders in matching black lace tops and polka dot skirts perform with pom-poms at an outdoor event on grass.
Three teenage cheerleaders in black lace tops and polka dot skirts perform at an outdoor summer fête, holding pom-poms.
Young dancers performing a cheerleading routine in colorful skirts and pom-poms at an outdoor summer fair or fete.
A person in a black and white Scottish Highland costume rides on the shoulders of another person at an outdoor summer festival, entertaining a seated audience.
Young kite flyers perform synchronized moves on a grass field at an outdoor festival, watched by spectators and fairground rides.
Young cheerleaders performing at a summer fete, holding pink and black pom-poms in colourful polka dot skirts on a grass field.
A young juggler in a black dress tosses a club in the air at an outdoor community event with spectators watching from behind barriers.
A group of young dancers in colorful polka dot skirts perform on grass at an outdoor summer fair, with fairground rides and tents visible behind them.
Girls performing a synchronised skipping routine at an outdoor festival, wearing colourful polka dot skirts.
Family sitting on a bench at a community outdoor event, flying a kite whilst others gather in the background.
Young dancers in colourful 1950s-style skirts and pom-poms perform on a grass field at an outdoor summer fête, with crowds and tents behind them.
Young cheerleaders performing at an outdoor event, holding black and pink pom-poms, wearing colorful polka dot skirts.
A large group of people wearing black t-shirts gather on a grass field beneath a white marquee tent, with trees in the background.
A choir group performs on an outdoor stage under a tent, wearing black shirts and holding red and white song sheets.
A red Volvo fire engine parked on grass with its equipment locker open, displaying firefighting gear and tools.
A young woman rides a mechanical bucking horse inside a large inflatable tent at what appears to be a fairground or carnival.
A young girl in a pink plaid shirt sits on a mechanical bull ride, holding the reins and smiling.
A child in purple climbs an artificial rock wall wearing a safety helmet and harness, secured by rope.
Children in medieval costume interact with adults dressed as Viking warriors at a village green event, waving British flags.
A person in medieval costume lies on grass holding a sword and shield, appearing to be defeated or resting.
A bearded man in Viking costume raises his fist while walking across a grass field during a historical reenactment event.
A bearded man in Viking costume wields an axe during a historical reenactment demonstration on a village green, watched by spectators.
A woman wearing glasses holds a smiling toddler at an outdoor festival or fair with crowds and colourful marquees in the background.
A woman in a maroon jacket holds up a smartphone to record at an outdoor event crowded with spectators.
Two people in elaborate animal costumes at a village fete on a grass field, with crowds and buildings visible behind.
A brown mascot cow in a costume interacts with two young children on a grass field at an outdoor event.
A man in Viking costume with helmet and axe speaks to visitors at a medieval fair, with period tents and fairground rides visible behind.
A fairground ride with red and pink umbrellas spins at a carnival, with spectators watching from the grass below.
A fairground ride with red and white striped canopy spinning, with people queuing nearby on a grass field under cloudy skies.
A group of children standing together on stage under a tent, singing into a microphone during an outdoor performance.
Viking warrior figure on ship deck holding axe, wearing chainmail and helmet, with shield displayed beside him.
A person wearing glasses, a blue jumper and dark blazer smiles at the camera at an outdoor event on a grassy field.
Vintage double-decker bus at an outdoor car show, surrounded by classic vehicles and visitors on a grassy field.
A group of children on a fairground ride, smiling with excitement as the purple and black ride swings them into the air.
Three people smiling inside a marquee at an outdoor event, with display boards and flowers visible behind them.
Two children in Viking costumes with helmets, shields, and spears, standing outdoors with trees in the background.
A child wearing a camouflage puffer jacket and grey scarf stands on a wooden structure outdoors on an overcast day.
A man in period costume demonstrates traditional axe techniques at an outdoor historical reenactment event.
A young girl in a bright orange jacket and fur-lined hood stands by a rope at an outdoor event with market tents visible behind her.
Ice cream van worker smiling at service window, wearing red striped apron. Yellow menu boards displayed showing ice cream flavours and treats.
Alexander's Ices ice cream van at an outdoor event, with the owner leaning out the service window on a grass field.
A man in medieval costume laughs with visitors outside a canvas tent at what appears to be a historical reenactment event.
A bright red vintage food truck selling specialty coffee sits on grass at an outdoor event, with a blue cooler beside it.
Young children playing football match on grass pitch. Green and white striped team versus yellow and black striped team, with coach supervising and goal net visible behind.
Outdoor festival or fair on a grass field with vehicles, market stalls, and green marquees under dramatic storm clouds.

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