Horbury Churches Together hosted another successful free Fun Day event at Horbury Academy on Saturday (May 23).
Aimed at families wanting an afternoon out without breaking the bank, over 500 people attended this year’s event.
This totalled more than twice the number who came to the first one in 2017.
The afternoon featured a variety of stalls, bouncy castles, donkey rides and a barbeque.
New for 2026, the event also featured a Viking experience – with Viking battles and themed activities taking place throughout the afternoon.
Furthermore, a one-and-a-half metre long Whitsuntide cake was cut by Reverend Thomas Phiri and enjoyed by visitors.
John Walter, business manager for Horbury Churches Together said: "It was a big effort from a large number of volunteers, our eight churches and our sponsors, but the joy on the adults and children's faces all afternoon made it more than worthwhile.
"This event is a repeat visit for many families and keeps growing. It is a feature in the calendar of Horbury life.”
1. Community event
Over 500 people attended this year’s event. Photo: Horbury Churches Together
2. Cake cutting
A one-and-a-half metre long Whitsuntide cake was cut by Reverend Thomas Phiri. Photo: Horbury Churches Together
3. Viking battles
Families joined in with Viking battles and themed activities. Photo: Horbury Churches Together
4. Face painting
Children were able to get their face painted for free. Photo: Horbury Churches Together