Ahead of Buckham Fair, organiser and actor Martin Clunes welcomed corporate members and sponsors, including representatives from Pardoes, to a special VIP gathering at the showground near Beaminster. Guests were given a behind-the-scenes look at preparations for the much-loved annual event before the gates opened to the public the following day.

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Among those attending was actor Neil Morrissey, Martin’s co-star in Men Behaving Badly, who later took on judging duties in the ever-popular ‘Dog Most Resembling Neil Morrissey’ class. Guests enjoyed traditional fair hospitality while getting an early glimpse of the attractions on offer. All proceeds from Buckham Fair support Dorset County Hospital’s Emergency and Critical Care Appeal, helping to fund facilities and equipment for the hospital’s new development.

Martin Clunes and Gaby OtterbachMartin Clunes and Gaby Otterbach (Image: Faye Neal Photography)

John and Maeve Richings John and Maeve Richings (Image: Faye Neal Photography)

Tony and Sue ScottTony and Sue Scott (Image: Faye Neal Photography)

James and Millie VickeryJames and Millie Vickery (Image: Faye Neal Photography)

Janice BagwellJanice Bagwell (Image: Faye Neal Photography)

Nan and Callie PatronisNan and Callie Patronis (Image: Faye Neal Photography)

Bhavani Hogarty, Sarah Roberts, Tanya Hopkins, Jessie Reynolds, Neil Morrissey, Yseult Fell and Georgia CluleeFrom left: Bhavani Hogarty, Sarah Roberts, Tanya Hopkins, Jessie Reynolds, Neil Morrissey, Yseult Fell and Georgia Clulee (Image: Faye Neal Photography)