ONE of the most popular events in the south celebrates its 45th anniversary year with a wide variety of steam engines and many crafts to choose from this weekend.

Netley Marsh Steam Fair and Craft Show hast got under way at Meadow Mead Farm in Netley Marsh.

The event this year includes entertainment from the Knights of the Damned and the Wall of Death, plus fireworks and music from the likes of Rufus Stone, Abba Rival and The Rock Choir.

The Netley Marsh show was first held in 1971, when it was a one day show and called The Puffin, and local steam engine owners brought along their engines to entertain the visitors.

It has been going ever since and is now a successful three day event with traction steam engines and a wide and varied range of vintage vehicles and engines on display, as well as a wide range of entertainments for all ages.

Dozens of local charities have been supported over the years.

The show runs until Sunday with camping available on site.

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