The showmen who bring Goose Fair to Nottingham fear that Europe's largest touring circus taking over the site just days before the fair could cause disruption. They're concerned that if it rains it could leave the grassy field churned up, making it difficult for them to set up the rides and attractions.
Gandeys Circus will be bringing its big top to the Forest Recreation Ground for 20 performances from Saturday, September 10, to Sunday, September 18. But the decision by Nottingham City Council to allow the fair on the site hasn't gone down well with everyone.
William Percival, chairman of Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Showman's Guild, said at a meeting "our members were going barmy about it". "What we are concerned about, if it rains circuses do tend to leave a bit of a mess and we are concerned when our members pull on the ground will not be very good," he said.
