All the fun of the fair has returned to Great Yarmouth and hopes are high the rainclouds clear.
The opening of the Easter Fair in the town centre got off to a wet start today (April 4). But that did not stop some families from getting stuck in at the annual extravaganza.
Borough mayor Penny Carpenter marked the fair officially open at 4.30pm before high steward Henry Cator and council leader Carl Smith took a ride aboard the carousel.
Eastern Showmen's Guild steward Robert Edwards said he was excited to be back in the town.
"It's Great Yarmouth, so we normally have a good turnout. We are hoping for some sunshine this weekend though," he said.
"It's good to see people here despite the showers, but clear skies always brings more interest."
Old favourites have returned, including Hi-Energy, Niagara Falls and Extreme.
"If it's not broke don't fix it," Mr Edwards added.
This year also sees the return of the Cage - the fast-paced spinning drum ride - on Fuller's Hill.
Showman Charles Barwick said: "It's always nice to see people taking their time to walk around.
"One of the great things about the fair in Great Yarmouth is its hard-standing. At least we don't have to worry about it being muddy if the rain does persist."
According to the Met Office, the weather is supposed to improve over the coming days. Thursday evening will be cloudy with chances of rain and highs of 11 degrees, and Friday is forecast to be rainy in the morning and sunnier as the day goes along, with highs of 17 degrees.
The weekend is set to have sunny intervals throughout both days, with highs of 19 degrees Saturday lunchtime and 15 degrees throughout Sunday afternoon.
The Easter Fair continues tonight until 11pm, and will be open 11am until 11pm Friday and Saturday, and noon until 6pm on Sunday.
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