Wreckfest success

ATTENDEES at Warrnambool’s Flagstaff Hill last weekend were transported back in time.

By Staff Writer

Former Wiggle member Emma Watkins’ husband – Oliver Brian (left) – and family members were all smiles as they took in the experiences on offer at Flagstaff Hill over the weekend for the second annual Wreckfest event.

More than 1000 people passed through the gates for the second annual ‘Wreckfest’ Rare Trades Festival which saw Flagstaff Hill come alive with all the colour, excitement, fun and activities of the early 1800s.

Friends of Flagstaff Hill member and Wreckfest volunteer Glenda Peterson said she was pleased with how the event went.

“It went really well,” she said.

“There was a lot of interest in different activities.

“There was lots of things spread through the village.”

Mrs Peterson said feedback following the event had been exceptionally positive.

“I was really pleased with the feedback,” she said.

“It was a good atmosphere; it was a really nice day.

“It was good to see the village full of people.”

The unique festival took visitors back 150 years for an emersion into the lives of our forefathers while offering a glimpse of the way they lived.

There were working displays, old trades, cane fishing rod demonstrations and a high tea in the renowned Flagstaff Hill tea rooms.

This year’s festival saw an array of skilled artisans showcasing their impressive talents including knife makers, wool spinners, screen printing and glass art.

Mrs Peterson said Wreckfest would return again next year.