A wonderful blend of tradition and colour filled the School grounds as TPS hosted the annual Peterborough Schools’ Country Dancing Festival for the fifth time in June. A last minute change of forecast meant it was a perfect Summer’s evening and saw 19 local Primary Schools gathering on the front pitch as they danced in a delightful show of movement and fun. The sound of children’s laughter and joy were heard as they showcased many dances including I Want To Be Near You and the Oxo Reel.

This was the 30^th year that Annette Dagless has called the dances at the Primary Schools Festival and, along with her folk band Avalon, they provided a vibrant carnival atmosphere for the evening. The evening ended with dances for everybody to join in with, although the children outdid their parents and grandparents with the forward rolls! A visit from the Mayor and Mayoress of Peterborough and refreshments provided by the PTG all contributed to making the evening a memorable and happy occasion.