There was dancing, and much more in the streets of Ross last Saturday when the organisers of the May Fayre realised that all their hard work had paid off. Blessed by beautiful sunny weather, the streets of Ross were packed with locals and visitors, and David MacGregor, event organiser, said: "I still can't quite believe how well it all worked out. It really was a special day, quite magical. "

Crowds began to build from early on in the day and before long there was a continuous train of people filling the streets from Brookend Street, right up and round to the end of Gloucester Road. Crowd estimates are believed to have been around 5,000 at the busiest time.

Mr MacGregor, chairman of the Association of Ross Traders, said:?"I am thrilled with the turn out and all the positive feedback we have had from both the public and traders.

"The spirit of Ross was shining, and there were happy faces everywhere. The atmosphere was a delight to behold. People were dancing in the streets and couldn't believe what had happened to Ross. They kept saying that this is just what Ross needs, and that they want more of this.

"I would personally like to say a very big thank you to all the wonderful people who volunteered and assisted in making this event happen for Ross. An even bigger thank you goes to Ross Town Council and Herefordshire Council for funding the Fayre, without their support it would not have been possible.

"I would also like to thank all town centre residents and businesses for assisting the Fayre and complying with our request to remove their cars from the town centre before the road closures took effect, to allow for over 50 market stalls and traders to set up."

Mr MacGregor also asked people who had enjoyed the day to write to him, Ross Town Council or Herefordshire Council and tell them how good the May Fayre was, and that they would love to see more such events in Ross. This will help ART in securing funding to organise more events like the May Fayre.