Mayor's Newham Show
2011
A spectacular colourful carnival
and performances from stars of TV's Britain's Got Talent and
children's choirs ensured that miserable weather failed to dampen
the spirits of those who attended the Mayor's Newham
Show.
See the
photos taken at the Mayor's Newham Show 2011
The sun may have been playing hide and seek with the rain but
still more than 25,000 people flocked to East Ham's Central Park
for a weekend of free entertainment.
Mayor of Newham Sir Robin Wales
said: "The weather may have been against us but more than 25,000
people gathered for a wonderful family event with something for all
ages to get involved in.
"Once again the Mayor's Newham Show has proved that people enjoy
feeling part of their local communities and that is why we will
continue to host these fantastic free events."
The show started with the Newham Carnival where hundreds of
schoolchildren and community groups danced their way through the
streets of East Ham in a feast of colour.
In the park visitors could feel the sand under their feat or dip
their toes into the padding pool as the Newham at the Seaside beach
complete with deck chairs and donkey rides proved popular.
At the Newham Village Fete area you could try hoopla or the coconut
shy while there were prizes for the best cake, lettuce, rhubarb and
strawberry. An Olympic Stadium cake made by Sue McCann from East
Ham attracted many admirers.
There were physical activities to try from dancing to sport while
Newham's Young Mayor Ali Mohamed showed how it was done by getting
youngsters to test their fitness with some Sumo wrestling.
On the main music stage, East Ham resident James Anderson, star of
TV's Britain's Got Talent, gave a mesmerising musical performance
accompanied by fellow TV finalist, pianist Paul Gbegbaje.
The Newham Youth Choir teamed up with their counterparts from
Barnsley in Yorkshire for an inspiring collection of songs. The
very best of Newham talent also had a chance to shine in the finals
of the community forum talent quest, won by Tanyel Hassan from East
Ham.
The Cabaret Tent echoed to the sounds of East Ham's own Asian Elvis
Sal Bashir as well as acts of stylish juggling and breathtaking
acrobatics.
The borough saluted its history in the Pride of Newham area and
stared into the future at the Our Place in the Future of London
tent to learn more about the borough's regeneration plans.
In the arts and crafts tent you could activities such as knitting
and hat making. The health and well-being tent advises on ways to
lead a healthier life, offering free health MOTs and checking
weight and blood pressure.