23 August 2008 - Stock Gaylard, Oak Fair.

A first visit to this fair which has been running for four years. Stock Gaylard is just north if King Stag. Follow this link for more information on the Oak Fair.

Making ash frames for yurts. They are first steamed and then bent over the drums.

There was plenty of quality timber for sale.

This oak double garage timber frame could be yours for about £5000.

All sorts of food available including Bison burgers.

More timber for sale.

Finishing off a walking stick.

A heavy duty saw table in use.

There were a few working horses on show.

Making charcoal the traditional way.

Oak avenue.

In the grounds of the estate is the small church of St Barnabus.

Stock Gaylard House. Follow this link for a history of the house, church and grounds.

The dovecote in the grounds dates from the 14th century.

A closer look at the detail over the door.

A section through one of the dead oak trees that was felled during the day. A lad said he had counted 160 rings.

More horses.

Tipis for sale.

There was a good attendance and plenty of cider and food for everyone.