LUDLOW'S streets once again came alive for the May Fair - and this year marked a special anniversary. 

The tradition may have a history dating back hundreds of years, but last weekend was 50 years since a family took over the reigns. 

The Wynn family has been organising the fair since 1974, and to commemorate the occasion, a special temporary exhibit is on display at Ludlow Museum until late June, offering a glimpse into history and heritage of the beloved event. 

Ludlow Advertiser: The popular venom ride in actionThe popular venom ride in action (Image: Ludlow Town Council)

Meanwhile, St Laurence's Church was lit up during the duration of the fair from May 2 to 6 to remember David Wynn, who brought the fair to Ludlow 50 years ago.

Mr Wynn died last July, and the church wanted to say thank you to him. 

Ludlow Advertiser: Myla and Harry Childs on a ride at Ludlow May FairMyla and Harry Childs on a ride at Ludlow May Fair (Image: Darren Childs)

A spokesperson for the church tweeted on X: "Remembering David Wynn who brought the Mayfair to Ludlow for 50 years. Thank you for the fun, memories and excitement you gave to Ludlow."

A service was also held on the dodgems on Sunday (May 5) to remember Mr Wynne, while a bench will be installed in the town centre in his honour.

Ludlow Advertiser: The Wynn family next to a bench in memory of David WynnThe Wynn family next to a bench in memory of David Wynn (Image: Ludlow Town Council)

A Ludlow Town Council spokesperson said: "It was a wonderful and emotional May Fair service held on the dodgems with lots of people turning out to attend.

"Thank you to Rev Kelvin Price, Rev Wayne Davies, the church choir and the Wynn family, particularly their grandchildren who shared with us their memories of their grandad and Ludlow.

"The love of the town, the church and May Fair is very clear.

Ludlow Advertiser: The fair from aboveThe fair from above (Image: Orchard Photography Ludlow)

"We have such respect for the showmen and their families, and we consider them to be great friends. It was also fantastic that many showmen visited Ludlow Museum at the Buttercross to see our May Fair exhibition and tribute to David Wynn.

"May the traditions continue for many years to come."

Meanwhile, just over the border in Herefordshire, a May Fair also took place in Leominster. 

This was once again organised by the Morris family, with many people enjoying various rides and stalls in the town.