THIS weekend sees the much anticipated return of one of the Okehampton social calendar's biggest events — the Rotary May Fair and duck race.

The fair takes place on Sunday, May 5 in?Simmons Park. The event will return bigger and better than ever before, with some new attractions planned alongside the return of old favourites.

Among the attractions are a dog show run by the Dartmoor View Dog Rescue, a car boot sale, music from Okehampton Excelsior Silver Band and a visiting band from Ashbourne, and much more.

There will be plenty to keep children entertained, with street entertainers, fairground rides, the chance to ride a reverse bike, and climb to the top of the wonky ladder.

Adults can enjoy a licensed bar, selling beer, wine and soft drinks, and real ale from the Plymouth Inn.

Okehampton Round Table is holding a darts challenge, where people can win drinks or a prize, all to raise money for local causes.

The ever popular duck race also returns, with three races starting at 2pm. The first prize in each race is £100, second prize is £25 and third prize £15. The last duck in each race will win £10.

Morris dancers, skittles, music from Richards Time Machine, face painting, a climbing wall and a display of old and vintage tractors are among the other attractions planned for the day.

For further information, if you would like a stall or duck tickets, call Allan Balsdon on 01837 55911 or e-mail [email protected]">[email protected]