Rain fails to dampen Knowle's midsummer celebration

The morning rain failed to dampen spirits as business and community groups in Knowle came together for the village’s Midsummer Celebration.

The community spirit was out in full force in between the showers as the singers and dancers entertained the crowds.

The sunshine did come out after lunchtime with visitors enjoying street food, catching up with friends, meeting community groups and having a mooch around the artisan market.

Many events in Knowle only happen due to the dedicated volunteers who both organise the event and who play a part on the day itself.

Charlotte Richmond from Love Knowle Park said: “The entertainment from dance groups, Knowle Musical Society and singers kept everyone’s spirits up throughout the day.”

Simon Durant from Booze and Brews said: "It was great to see people enjoying the entertainment & stopping to catch up for a drink with friends.

"Come rain or shine, people came out to support the event – in fact, we did spot a few visitors dancing in the rain at one point! Seeing everyone come together makes all the effort organising the day worth it."

Dave Pinwell, Visit Knowle director, said: “I can’t thank the volunteer marshals enough.

“They did a sterling job in rain and shine, and I have to say, some of them had more than their fair share of rain!”

Visit Knowle hosted a stall and ran a competition to guess the birthday of a giant teddy bear, who was named Hallie by the winner.

Visit Knowle directors Sue Thompson and Jenna Porch said “We are lucky to have a fabulous events team have planned even more events for 2024.

“Follow Visit Knowle on social media to find out about future events in the village.”

For those who missed the Midsummer Celebrations, the Knowle Party in the Park returns on Saturday 29 June.

Pictured: Visit Knowle directors Sue Thompson and Jenna Porch