Bank holiday family fun day attracts hundreds to Lowestoft

Lowestoft Lions Club were delighted with the response after holding their charity fun day event at Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad, Lowestoft.

Hundreds of people flocked to Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad as Lowestoft Lions Club held its traditional family fun day. Picture: Mick Howes (Image: Mick Howes)

Lead organiser for the Lions, Mark Lanham, said: "We are all really pleased by the success of the fun day.

"The weather was very kind and allowed the crowd to enjoy up to seven hours of entertainment in the sunshine."

Hundreds of people flocked to Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad as Lowestoft Lions Club held its traditional family fun day. Jay Rosa entertains. Picture: Mick Howes (Image: Mick Howes)

Jay Rosa kicked off the day with a demonstration of his freestyle football skills - and the fun continued, with something for all ages showcased.

Hundreds of people flocked to Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad as Lowestoft Lions Club held its traditional family fun day. The Van Buren magic show entertains. Picture: Mick Howes (Image: Mick Howes)

Mr Lanham said: "This included the acclaimed magic, illusion, and escapology of the Van Buren show which was followed by excited children learning circus skills at workshops from the magician himself.

Hundreds of people flocked to Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad as Lowestoft Lions Club held its traditional family fun day. The Austin Beats perform. Picture: Mick Howes (Image: Mick Howes)

"Later the adults danced and sang along to the fabulous music of the Austin Beats - one of the UK’s top sixties cover bands - who were well supported by the fabulous local singer Tom Tonks.

Hundreds of people flocked to Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad as Lowestoft Lions Club held its traditional family fun day. Tom Tonks performs. Picture: Mick Howes (Image: Mick Howes)

"The smaller performance area was popular too with younger children as Andy the Clown presented magic, music, dancing and humour.

Hundreds of people flocked to Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad as Lowestoft Lions Club held its traditional family fun day. Andy the Clown entertains. Picture: Mick Howes (Image: Mick Howes)

"There was also a chance to meet the Ghostbusters characters."

Hundreds of people flocked to Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad as Lowestoft Lions Club held its traditional family fun day. Picture: Mick Howes (Image: Mick Howes)

Equally pleased with how the event had gone, Lions President Michael Cook added: "Seeing so many happy families enjoying the entertainment in the park has made our day.

Hundreds of people flocked to Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad as Lowestoft Lions Club held its traditional family fun day. The Austin Beats.Picture: Mick Howes (Image: Mick Howes)

"Lowestoft Lions Club has for over 60 years raised monies to support those in need by organising fundraising events and we appreciate the continued support from everyone.

Hundreds of people flocked to Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad as Lowestoft Lions Club held its traditional family fun day. Tom Tonks performs. Picture: Mick Howes (Image: Mick Howes)

"New members are always welcome, contact us via our Facebook page to find out more.

"This is our main charity event of the year, the proceeds from which go to help less fortunate people as well as good causes locally.

Hundreds of people flocked to Nicholas Everitt Park in Oulton Broad as Lowestoft Lions Club held its traditional family fun day. Jay Rosa entertains. Picture: Mick Howes (Image: Mick Howes)

"We consider the fun day to be a great success, making all our efforts worthwhile.

"I would like to thank our organising team and all who supported the event including the entertainers, stallholders and everyone who came."