A sudden downpour briefly cooled a heatwave just before the Fair Oak Carnival kicked off, but Britain’s smallest fire brigade was still on hand to battle any flare-ups.
The 8th Eastleigh Cub Scouts traded their uniforms for firefighting gear, becoming the stars of the July 8, 1989, parade. It was the grand finale of a week of festivities hosted by the Fair Oak Community Association.
A larger-than-life cow named Daisy stole the show, leading a troupe of milkmaids through the village streets.
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The Wyvern Play School brought their own brand of excitement with a Super Bowl ‘89-themed float, while St Thomas Play Group opted for a more traditional English charm with their Sing a Song of Sixpence display.
Carnival Queen Janice Bartlett and Princess Sarah Holloway led the vibrant parade, accompanied by the energetic beats of four live bands.
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The party continued into the night with a bustling carnival disco.
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