Popular Isle of Wight event Festival of Heroes celebrates 10th year

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Families flocked to Brading Roman Villa over the weekend for the tenth anniversary of popular Isle of Wight event, Festival of Heroes.

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From Disney princesses and Marvel superheroes, to Transformers and KPop Demon Hunters, there was a chance for youngsters to meet their favourite characters and even pose for photos.

Supporting charity Daisy Chains IW, the event had a wide range of entertainment across the two days.

Characters comes together for Festival of Heroes's tenth anniversaryCharacters come together for Festival of Heroes's tenth anniversary (Image: IWCP)

In the main arena, there were performances from comedy duo Dave and Dave, Agility Dogs and Mad Max BMX stunt team, among others.

In the Big Top, the Huntrix Demon Hunter performed dance routines to a number of songs from hit Netflix movie KPop Demon Hunters, including fan favourite, Golden.

Throughout the weekend there was also balloon modelling, archery, a Nerf arena, a craft area, toddler soft play, a K-pop disco area, and circus skills.

Rafe, Celeste and Xavier with The ThingRafe, Celeste and Xavier with The Thing (Image: Pamela Parker)

Guests also enjoyed bouncy castles, various stalls and sideshows, and fairground rides from the likes of Vintage Island Amusements.

Thanks to Pamela Parker for the photos!

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