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The Egremont Crab Fair Requests Articles, Photographs and Memorabilia.
This is to compile an extensive Archive that will represent the Egremont Crab Fair over the last seven centuries, as the collection grows we would exhibit it locally until the time came where we would have our own museum.
Obviously original items would be hugely appreciated, either as a donation to the Egremont Crab Fair Archive or on loan. However we have the ability to copy printed materials and photographs in addition to photographing memorabilia, allowing you to retain your original.
We would be happy to do this recording at our office or in our own home, which ever is most convenient.
We are also looking to establish a collection of voice recordings, describing the Egremont Crab Fair and its characters.
If you have any items of interest or any questions, please contact the Egremont Crab Fair Archive on 01946 822 713/ 824 052 or archive@egremontcrabfair.org.uk
The Egremont Crab Fair and Sports have been established since 1267.
The Fair was first held when Henry III gave Egremont its Market Charter, in that charter an annual fair is mentioned and is now held on the 3rd Saturday in September each year.
The Crab Fair and Sports has many traditional events, including the World Gurning Championships in which the competitors pull an ugly face through a Baffin (horses Collar) with the most grotesque face winning.
The Crab Fair World Gurning Championships have categories for Male, Female and Junior Gurners. Many competitors travel from all over the Country and indeed come from all over the world.
There are many Sporting events including Fell Races, Street Races and Children’s Races as well as Rare Breeds, Dog Shows and a Gymkanha. Over the years more modern events such as Classic Vehicle and Motorcycle Rallies have been added to the spectacle of the Day. Many other events take place during the year and especially the week leading up to Crab Fair Day.
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