Ilkeston Fair Competition

Illustration of three children drawing fair related images - all the fun of the fair

Have you ever visited Ilkeston when the Fair is on?

Have you ever marvelled at the sounds, lights and smells of the fair?
Well, this year, the Mayor of Erewash, Cllr Harry Atkinson is asking children from across the Borough (aged 5-11) to help him design a new printed cover for his official Charter Fair Programme.

Children can create their design on A4 paper in crayon, paint, felt tip or collage and are asked to write their full details on the back (please see link to rules).

Remember why you visit a fair and try and show this in your design:

The fun of the Fair
The history of the Fair
Magical sounds
Thrilling rides
Family involvement and most importantly children having fun!

The winner, as well as seeing their design in print, will also have the honour of an invite to the official opening of the Charter Fair on Thursday 16th October and will be asked to ring the bells with the Mayor and other Civic Dignitaries to mark the start of the 773rd Annual Charter Fair.

Photographs will be taken at the event and shared across social media.

“As Mayor of Erewash, I’d love to see young people get stuck into this brilliant competition. Designing the front cover of the Ilkeston Charter Fair programme is a great way to show off your creativity and be part of one of Ilkeston’s proudest traditions.”

Entrants should submit their design by Monday 15 September 2025 for a chance to win. They will need to post their entry to Erewash Borough Council, Civic Office, Town Hall, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 5RP or you can also drop off your design in person at either of the Borough’s Town Halls (there are post boxes outside for use out of hours).

For more details you can contact the Civic Office on 0115 9071190 or by emailing civic@erewash.gov.uk
Any personal information submitted will only be used to administer the competition, check eligibility and contact adults, as required. Please see our Privacy Notice.

Rules

Eligibility and Entry Details

Open to children aged 5-11 (Key Stages 1 & 2)
Must live in Erewash

Entry Details (Include with your submission)

Full name
Age
Home postcode
Parent/guardian contact (email or phone number to be provided to consent to your child entering the competition and attending the Fair opening and a responsible adult will also need to be in attendance on the day) Parent/Guardian/Teacher can attend.

Design Guidelines

Must be an original design created by the child
No AI-generated images
Poster size: A4
Orientation: Portrait
Medium: Use wax crayons, felt pens, pencils, paint or collage
Theme: All the fun of the Fair

How to Submit and Deadline

Post it to: Erewash Borough Council, Civic Office, Town Hall, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP
Or hand your entry in at either Town Hall Reception (or external post box)
Deadline: 15 September 2025

Consent

By entering, you agree to allow the use of your design for printing and distributing at the official opening.
Winners will be photographed with their design and at their attendance at Ilkeston Fair for promotional purposes across social media
▪ Any personal information submitted will only be used to administer the competition, check eligibility and contact adults, as required. Please see Privacy Notice.