Crowds descend on Noble’s Park for Fun Day

Wednesday, 7 August 2019 07:07

By Rob Pritchard @rpritchard9

Families turned out in force for Noble’s Park fun day, which took place last weekend.

Douglas Borough Council estimated more than 5,000 turned up for the event - sponsored by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company and supported by 3FM.

There was live entertainment, family games, street food and the Mayor of Douglas Jon Joughin also went to enjoy the day.

Chairman Stephen Pitts, said: ‘The fun day was a runaway success and I would like to thank all the councillors and employees for their hard work, not only on the day, but also during the many weeks of planning the event.'

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