THE largest travelling funfair in the South West will once more roll in Bridgwater's St Matthews Field on its annual visit to the town.

This year Bridgwater Fair and the West Street market will be open from Wednesday through to Saturday.

There will also be the traditional one-day horse fair and market taking place on Wednesday, 28th September at the top end of St Matthew's Field.

In addition to organising the two markets Sedgemoor District Council also funds public conveniences, first aid, night-time security and generators as well as inspecting the many food stalls selling traditional goodies such as welsh cakes, brandy snaps and toffee apples.

A spokesperson for the team at Sedgemoor said: "We are really looking forward to this year's Bridgwater Fair. "We work hard to provide the traditional markets visitors enjoy alongside the Showman's Guild rides and stalls. "We are making a special appeal to all visitors this year to bin their litter so we can ensure a litter-free field and nearby streets.

"Residents and visitors to the area are also reminded that West Street and adjacent roads will be closed from 9am on Tuesday and will re-open from 10am on Sunday."

As in previous years limited parking will be available Thursday to Saturday with the Rotary Club of Bridgwater in the Fairfield at a cost of £3 per vehicle.

Opening and closing times for the Fair, managed by the Showman's Guild, are 11am to 11pm Wednesday, 1pm to 11pm on Thursday, 1pm to 11.30pm on Friday and 11am to 11pm on Saturday.

Temporary toilets are provided adjacent to Westfield House and behind the Squib Public House in West Street and also on St Matthews Field near the Horse and Jockey Public House.

First Aid will again be provided by St John Ambulance who can be found at the top of West Street near the entrance to St Matthews Field.