Ref. 30998-24EXOTIC sights, sounds and flavours filled a parish hall in Cricklade as part of the annual town festival.

Bollywood dancing, West African drumming and crafts from around the world were some of the attractions at a Global Fair at St Sampson's Parish Hall on Saturday.

People also had a chance to sample international foods.

Festival committee chairman Nigel Wynne said he enjoyed the Bollywood dancing because St Sampson's Junior School pupils performed what they learnt at a recent workshop.

"We were trying to bring an international flavour to the town. It's something you don't see very often in Cricklade."

Another festival organiser Lynne Forrester said Fairtrade items such as tea, coffee and chocolate were also on sale.

"Fairtrade is important because it ensures farmers across the globe will get a fair deal. We are trying to get people in Cricklade to think further than the town," she said.

The festival was launched four years ago and has gone from strength to strength with 24 events this year. This evening folk musicians will be performing at the Bell Inn, Purton.

And there is also a concert at Prior Park School.

For more information go to www.crickladetownfestival.co.-uk or phone 01793 752685.