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5,000 people turn out for Royston Kite Festival 2019

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Bianca Wild

Published: 2:22 PM August 5, 2019

Updated: 3:47 PM November 1, 2020

Royston Kite Festival 2019 at Therfield Heath. Picture: Neil Heywood - Credit: Archant

Families flocked to Therfield Heath on Sunday to enjoy the Royston Kite Festival.

Royston Kite Festival 2019 at Therfield Heath. Picture: Neil Heywood - Credit: Archant

Rotarians were on a high on Sunday, when the 2019 Royston Kite Festival took to the air again over Therfield Heath.

The day was "a roaring success" said Royston Rotarian Ray Munden, who managed this year's event. "Everything seemed to work in our favour this year," he said.

Royston Kite Festival 2019 at Therfield Heath. Picture: Neil Heywood - Credit: Archant

"The weather was warm, but not too hot, a good breeze pleased the kite fliers, the historic vehicles sparkled, and of course Royston families turned out in strength to support the show."

The space round the arena was filled with family groups, many with picnics, and there were more traders and community organisation stalls than ever.

Royston Kite Festival 2019 at Therfield Heath. Picture: Neil Heywood - Credit: Archant

Ray said: "It's become a real community event, which is what Rotary is all about. It's wonderful that the festival raises money for charity , but it's just as important that we bring our local community together on this unique day out."

About 5,000 people came to see the show, and although the full accounts won't be ready for some days, Rotarians are sure that there will be a healthy surplus to benefit president Martin Berry's chosen charity, the Sick Children's Trust. Ray paid tribute to the hard work of the many Rotarians whose effort and commitment made the day a success.