GALLERY: Fun times at the Huntingdon campus with our community day

Families enjoyed a sunny day out when Cambridge Regional College held a community fun day at the Huntingdon campus.

The California Road venue was buzzing with people enjoying a wide range of activities, many of which were free.

Money was raised for Magpas air ambulance thanks to face painting, decorate a biscuit, guess the weight of the cake and a tombola stall.

The amount raised was enough to pay for two chest trauma pouches, which are used by Magpas medics, to perform open heart surgery at the side of the road.

A spokesman for the college said: “It was lovely to see so many people enjoying the day in such good weather and also to see people turn up to find out about the courses we offer here.

“Older learners in particular often feel anxious about coming back to college and events like this, in a more informal setting, help give confidence to those wanting to find out more about transforming their lives through education.”

The day, sponsored by Chorus Homes (formerly known as Luminus) and Vertas, had a wide range of activities for all ages including a fun dog show, hula hoop challenge, a race car pit stop challenge, giant bubbles, soft play, an art and photography exhibition by students, a plant stall, a buzzer electronics challenge, obstacle course and refreshments from Frank’s Ices and Café 2 U.

Joining the fun was Wood Green Animal Shelter who provided a doggy paddling pool and advice on taking care of pets.

DOG SHOW RESULTS:
Waggiest Tail – Jade Fowler from Huntingdon with Tia the 7 year old Bullmastiff
Golden Oldie – Scarlett Fielding (8) from Sawtry with Chino the 12 year old Dachshund
Bad Hair Day – Noah and Neve Taylor from Alconbury Weston with Holly the 18 month old Collie Cross
Most Appealing eyes – Diana Durrant from Ramsey with Poppy the 4 year old Labrador
Best Trick – Rhys Thirtle from Ramsey with Alan the 2 year old Pug
Best Junior Handler Noah Taylor from Alconbury Weston with Holly the 18 month old Collie cross