Crowds Tuck Into Famous Hog Heaven

TEAM WORK: Members of Round Table who organised the Hog Roast.

Hundreds of hungry festival-goers enjoyed Sandbach's May Day celebrations on the cobbled square on Monday.

The annual event, which featured a 100kg hog roast, was a resounding success.

Steve Williams, Chairman of Sandbach Round Table which organised the event, said: "It was a fantastic day and we sold more of the pig than ever before. The turnout was brilliant and despite the rain in the morning, I think everyone had a great time."

"Overall, I hope the Round Table has raised more than £800, which will go into the pot to be distributed to local charities."

"The event was completely free to attend and to take part in. We
organise the day to allow local charities the opportunity to promote themselves and make some money."

Visitors were treated to 10 charity stalls, the chance to soak local figureheads in the stocks, face painting and the hog roast.

Elsewhere, churchgoers at St. Mary's Church enjoyed an exhibition and displays of crafts, history and cultures from countries which make up the Commonwealth, a Songs of Praise service with guest organist Richard Lowe and the crowning of nine year old Rose Queen Hannah Whittaker.

WET & WILD: Sandbach Round Table Chairman Steve Williams gets a soaking in the stocks from Sally McPherson.