"Hi Charmaine, Thank you again, we very much look forward to seeing you in 2024. Kind regards Julie, Administration Officer, Uckfield Town Council"

"Dear Charmaine,

I was delighted to run the story; I think it’s a big achievement and a landmark for Showmen. I didn’t know your Dad sadly, but I’m sure he would have been extremely proud of how you have continued the firm and what you have done with it, as well as the respect I know people have for you.

Hope the rest of the season goes well.

Dr Lynne Whatmore, Director, World’s Fair Media Ltd"

"I'm very pleased that you received a warm welcome from the residents of Eastleigh and hopefully had a successful event, I have attached a copy of an email I sent to our asset team this morning regarding the ground conditions and would like to again thank you for the care taken entering and exiting the site. The Fair really made and we had lots of positive comments so a big well done to your guys. Thanks Eastleigh Borough Council"

"Hi Charmaine,

Please thank your staff who stayed to wait for the skip collection. I’m told the place is immaculate.

Yours sincerely Shaun Young, Leisure, Events & Community, Service Delivery Directorate, Maldon District Council"

"Hi Charmaine,

The Council and residents were really pleased with how well the Funfair was run this year in Cassiobury, particularly the noise levels. I recognise that the funfair has is also providing a service to the community.

Kind regards Cassiobury Park and Oxhey Activity Park Manager, Environment Management Team, Watford Borough Council"

"Hi Charmaine, Very many thanks for the pictures to treasure in our dotage. Christine and I often mention our two visits when asked by friends for the highlight of my year. Cllr. Larry Henson, North Northants. Council"

"Hi, I'm a Support Worker and today I supported my 2 young adults with learning disabilities to spend some time at the fair. I was overwhelmed at the kindness shown to them. Everyone was so helpful to them. They really enjoyed their time and their confidence grew in that short time. So I want you to know that they say thank you to you all. I appreciate everyone was busy but they went the extra mile to make it a special time. Lovely memories made that will they will talk about for a long time. Thank you."

"Official opening of Stevens Fun Fair at Corby: Hi Charmaine, Christine and I often mention our two visits when asked by friends for the highlight of my year. We especially loved your arrangements for disadvantaged Children and our bumper car ride! We hope to say hello next year. Cllr Larry Henson, North Northamptonshire Council"

"Hi I was just wondering when are you coming to Corby I am a big fan and love your fairs I go every year and always enjoy myself, Rachel"

"Hi, I just wanted to say my family is so glad you are back in Uckfield this year, it wasn't the same without you last September! You bring joy to so many kids (and grown up kids like me) and I'm not sure if anyone thanks you for it very often - so in case they don't, thank you, thank you, we really can't wait! All the best to you and yours, Lydia."

"We made it to your fair this afternoon and your guys didn’t disappoint us!! We all had a great time a huge and very special thank you for your very generous free ride passes…. They extended our visit and my little guy was thrilled to be allowed to ride the Yeti another time!! Thank you so much we will definitely be visiting again the next time you are local to us! Take care and stay until then, Rebecca"

"I had to come here again to comment because I'm ever so grateful for the kindness, effort and care my daughter amiyah was given again today on our visit to the fair. She has disabilities which cause alot of problems for her, but everyone we came into contact with at the fair went above and beyond to make us both feel safe. A massive thank you to the 2 girls on the harness trampolines, I cannot thank you enough for taking care of her today and making sure she was happy and comfortable and just having the best time while doing it.. I understand people have been put off by prices this year, but I'd pay double what I did to see the smiles on my daughters face. She isn't allowed to theme parks so to be able to have this right on our doorstep meant the world to us. Your staff are incredible. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Charlotte (Eastleigh)"

June 23, 2021: "Good morning. I brought my son to your fair last Saturday and he adored it… he didn’t want to leave! He has been promised that if he was a very good boy all week snd tried really hard at school that we would come back on Friday afternoon. Obviously the weather today is very different than last weekend!! I don’t want to bring him and then for him to be devastated if you’re not able to operate under these weather conditions, so I thought I would ask you first…. Are you still going to be opening up at 5pm today please?? My son has ADHD and autism which make it very difficult for him to understand some situations and to deal with them when circumstances change and things aren’t as he was expecting them to be. I want to minimise any stress/anxiety for him so thought It was best to ask you before coming!! Please come back to me when you can. Many thanks and have a great day, Rebecca"

Our response: Thanks for your kind message & glad your son enjoyed his time at the fair. Weather looking brighter tomorrow so hopefully you’ll be able to make it then. Any problems please get back to me. Thx again Sharon

"Hi i work at a supported living service with teenagers with special needs . I took them to the fun fair yesterday in Watford and would just like to thank all the staff for being so helpful they went out there way to help them get on and off etc. so a massive thank uSent from my iPhone"

"Thank you once again for your funfair day for special needs children my daughter is 17 and has been coming every yr with sj johns school thank you so much for giving them the opprtunity to have a day out with their disabilties." Amanda Stupple

"Hi Charmaine,

We had no complaints at all about the fair, quite the opposite, we also had compliments! So well done to you and your amazing team. I hope your year is a great success and once again thank you to all involved.

Best Regards
Community Recreation & Events Officer"

"Hi Charmaine - I visited Stevens fair in Corby this afternoon with my nephew as we do every year. The difference this year was that he wanted to go on the bigger rides, I was dreading this as I am a wimp! However, we decided on the waltzers first and I had my head tucked down the entire time!I was amazed that not one, but two of the lads working the ride asked if I was ok and did we want spun round or not. I wanted to let you know that it made my day that they were so considerate and compassionate. It also made my nephew's day that I was so scared! Hopefully you can pass this on to the ride's owner - they have great staff! Thanks again Anne"

"Hello Charmaine,

I'm really pleased to have heard nothing adverse and glad that you have had a good run here too, the event is popular as ever and is a major attraction so I would be happy for you to return next year.

Kind regards William

William Boyd
Services Manager
Worthing & Adur Council"

"Hi Charmaine,

I just wanted to drop you a note to say a massive thank you to you and all the team that put the funfair on this year. I can't tell you how much positive feedback we had back on your rides and the overall appearance.

Despite the weather we had a record year and have made over 20k profit for charity and I'm really glad we got to meet and work together on this event.

Thank you again for all your efforts into this year it really made such a difference!

Alistair Sergeant
Director
Chelmsford Round Table"

"Hi Charmaine

Saturday’s Christmas light switch on went very smoothly and the weather was not too bad. Your fun fair was excellent as always and I hope you had a successful day in Eastleigh.

Thank you for your good wishes.

Theresa Ball
Eastleigh Borough Council"

"Good afternoon Charmaine,

Thank you for the opportunity regarding hiring the Twister, I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you and the team for the support you have given us this year, sometimes at short notice.

Many thanks

Operations Manager
Butlins Skyline Ltd, Bognor Regis"

Sport and Recreation Officer, Corby District Council, CORBY:

"I would whole heartedly support that Stevens FunFair in its fifty year history of visiting Corby has been an ambassador for the Showman’s Guild. In all respects a good neighbour, aware of the difficulties both of ground maintenance staff and local residents, the management of the fair have always treated this as a priority. The community appreciates the visit of the Fair especially the free special needs session held for school children. All the Fair people ensure the children are well catered for and get an opportunity to go on rides they would not be able to access during normal public sessions."

Chesham Town Clerk & Councillor, Chesham Town Council, CHESHAM:

"I am pleased to say that Stevens Amusements were a pleasure to work with. The fees were paid promptly in advance and all correct paperwork was provided for inspection. During the first week-end, a couple of local residents complained about the level of noise but this was quickly rectified by Mrs Stevens to such a degree that both residents later thanked the Council for a peaceful second week-end. At the end of the fair, the operators departed promptly and left the site in a clean and tidy state. Perhaps most importantly however, the Council actually received compliments rather than complaints in respect of the fair. We received letters and phone-calls congratulating the Council both on the vibrancy and variety of the fair and on the courtesy of the operators themselves."

Support Officer, Chelmsford Borough Council, CHELMSFORD:

"I am pleased to confirm that Stevens Fun-Fair have visited Central Park, Chelmsford for many years and have always provided a satisfactory funfair. AU fees have always been paid on time and any problem however small has been dealt with promptly. I have never encountered any Health and Safety Issue. I would have no hesitation in recommending them to you."

Councillor, Adur District Council, SOUTH WICK:

"I have been asked by several residents to express their thanks to you and your colleagues for this year’s fair. Whilst a few may complain you should be assured that many residents enjoy the ‘traditional’ fair, long may you continue."