STEAM ENGINES AT THE GREAT DORSET STEAM FAIR

The Great Dorset Steam Fair is an annual event held at Tarrant Hinton, Dorset, UK. Steam traction engines, steam tractors etc travel from all over the UK to this prestigious event. At midnight on the Saturday evening the Showman's Engines blow their whistles and let of steam. This photograph captures that moment. The Great Dorset Steam Fair (since 2010 also known as The National Heritage Show) features steam-powered vehicles and machinery. It now covers 600 acres (2.4 km2) and runs for five days from the Wednesday after the UK August Bank Holiday. It is reputedly the largest outdoor show in the world. The fair was founded by Michael Oliver, who died in 2009, and has been held in Dorset, England, every summer since 1969, currently at Tarrant Hinton near Blandford Forum. The show is now run by Michael Oliver's son, Martin. This card comes with a white envelope. Prints also available - please ask for details.