Crowds flock for Links Market opening

The biggest event in the Kirkcaldy calendar kicked-off this (Wednesday) afternoon, as the 2017 Links Market got underway in perfect conditions.

By The Newsroom

Published 19th Apr 2017, 17:42 BST

Updated 9th May 2017, 18:37 BST

Scream if you want to go faster! (Pic: George McLuskie)

The sun shone on the Lang Toun as a packed crowd turned out on the Esplanade for the opening of the biggest street fair in Britain.

Provost Jim Leishman opened the Market, among the oldest and biggest fairs in Europe, before taking a twirl on one of the more thrilling rides.

Once the opening ceremony had concluded, the crowds poured into the Market to enjoy the huge selection of rides, from the adrenaline pumping rollercoasters to the more relaxing rides.

There are rides for people of all ages (Pic: George McLuskie)

Billy Hammond, chairman of the Scottish Showmen’s Guild, who organise and run the event, said the weather had provided a perfect setting for the opening day.

The Links Market will come to an end on Monday at 10pm.

Videos from the event can be seen on the Fife Free Press Facebook page.