DAREDEVIL motorbike stunt riders thrilled crowds at a fun-filled family summer event.

Wilmslow Community Show returned after the pandemic to rapturous applause.

Visitors enjoyed action packed demonstrations and activities at Carnival Field on Sunday.

Star Wars characters roamed round the showground as members of 99th Garrison raised funds for Visyon, a charity that supports the mental health of children and young people.

Knutsford Guardian: Star Wars characters roamed round the showground raising funds for charityStar Wars characters roamed round the showground raising funds for charity

Leopolds Equestrian and Animal Productions entertained spectators in the main arena.

Knutsford Guardian: Horses performed in the main arenaHorses performed in the main arena

A fun dog show awarded prizes for the best puppy, waggiest tail, handsomest dog and best rescue dog.

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A cookery marquee was introduced for the first time.

Sarah Bridge from Wilmslow Kitchen Cookery School, Oli the Choc, the team from Potyo Coastal Indian Restaurant and author Dawn Roads staged demonstrations.

Knutsford Guardian: Sarah Bridge from Wilmslow Kitchen Cookery School demonstrates Sarah Bridge from Wilmslow Kitchen Cookery School demonstrates

Angela McPake, chairman of Wilmslow Community Show said: “Thank you to everyone who came, whether performing, working on a stand or as visitors.

Knutsford Guardian: There was plenty of family funThere was plenty of family fun

“It was fantastic to see so many people out enjoying themselves after the enforced break.

“We are also indebted to our sponsors, whose support helps us meet some of the costs of the show whilst helping us maintain reasonably affordable entrance price.

Knutsford Guardian: Peppa Pig entertained childrenPeppa Pig entertained children

“The help from Wilmslow Town Council pays for additional free activities in the field.

“Wilmslow is a fantastic town and we are really keen to showcase for all we have to offer and it was great to have more community groups involved than ever before.”

Next year’s event will be held on July 2.