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Jousting and dog shows on offer this weekend at St George's Day event in Telford

Jousting and dog agility will be among the entertainment on offer at a St George's Day celebration in Telford this Sunday.

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Jousting at one of the previous events

The Spring Into St George’s Day event returns this weekend to Telford Town Park.

The family event will take place on Sunday, April 23, with a host of activities throughout the day, from 11am to 4pm.

Entertainment includes jousting displays and a tournament with the Knights of Nottingham, camel racing, a dog show, a dog agility display, street entertainers, Dr Bike, stalls, as well as food and drink.

Felicity Mercer, Telford & Wrekin Council’s director for communities, customer and commercial services said: “We are looking forward to another fantastic event and we are delighted that this is a free event for our local residents and visitors to the region to enjoy.

"There will be plenty to keep all the family entertained with displays in the main arena, crafts and activities, dog show and much more. The jousting display is a popular pageant for crowds to enjoy with lots of cheering for their favourite knights.”

For further information visit the Telford & Wrekin Culture and Events page on Facebook.