Wreckfest draws crowds

WITH music playing in the background, and the sun intermittently peeking through the clouds, visitors to Flagstaff Hill were treated to some extra special activities as part of this year’s Wreckfest Rare Trades Festival.

Haley Pease watched on while her children Lucy, Gorge and Alice took turns at ‘shearing’ during their visit to Flagstaff Hill last weekend. The venue once again came alive with family fun and excitement for the annual Wreckfest celebration.

The festival once again attracted large crowds to the Warrnambool venue, all eager to step back in time and enjoy a glimpse of some early trades.

With everything from blacksmith demonstrations and knitters through to cane fishing rod makers, glass etchers, embroiderers, leadlighters and herbalists, the festival featured a large array of demonstrations and exhibits.

The firing of an 80-pound canon stirred interest among guests of all ages, as did the allure of freshly baked goodies — and the traditional, old-fashioned lolly store.