YMCA Community and Activity Village, Newark, attracts 800 visitors to open day

More than 800 visitors attended a free family fun day on Saturday to mark the opening of the YMCA Community and Activity Village in Newark.

Entertainment included performances from local bands and dancers, sports trials and activities, artisan food stalls and interactive music sessions.

VIPs, local businesses, partners and those who have worked on the ground-breaking project were also invited to a preview event to celebrate the part they played in creating the village, off Bowbridge Road.