From fetes to a mock battle, Christchurch Park has staged a huge number of events over the years, as our latest photo gallery shows.

Ipswich Star: Did you participate in the 'Battle of Hastings' re-enactment in Christchurch Park? Picture: OWEN HINESDid you participate in the 'Battle of Hastings' re-enactment in Christchurch Park? Picture: OWEN HINES

We have put together a selection of photos from the 1970s, 80s and 90s.

Ipswich Star: The Felixstowe Debenaires Performing in formation in Christchurch Park Picture: ARCHANTThe Felixstowe Debenaires Performing in formation in Christchurch Park Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)

The famous park has staged a host of events since it was opened in 1895, becoming the first public park in Suffolk’s county town.

Ipswich Star: The Felixstowe Debenaires Performing in formation in Christchurch Park Picture: ARCHANTThe Felixstowe Debenaires Performing in formation in Christchurch Park Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)

Its mix of rolling lawns and woodland, surrounding Christchurch Mansion, provide a perfect backdrop for fetes and fairs, as well rallies by organisations like the Boys Brigade.

Ipswich Star: Some of the rides on offer at the Ipswich Co-op fete at Christchurch Park, 1978. Picture: PAUL NIXON / ARCHANTSome of the rides on offer at the Ipswich Co-op fete at Christchurch Park, 1978. Picture: PAUL NIXON / ARCHANT (Image: PAUL NIXON / ARCHANT)

One unusual event was a re-enactment of the Battle of Hastings in 1985, where youngsters did battle with cardboard swords and shields.

Ipswich Star: Sledding down the hills at Christchurch Park is a must when it snows Picture: DAVID KINDREDSledding down the hills at Christchurch Park is a must when it snows Picture: DAVID KINDRED

Of course, as well as being in demand over the summer, the park’s slopes are great place for sledding in winter.

Ipswich Star: A group of ladies dressed in traditional uniforms selling cakes and snacks to the people of Ipswich in Christchurch park Picture: DAVID KINDREDA group of ladies dressed in traditional uniforms selling cakes and snacks to the people of Ipswich in Christchurch park Picture: DAVID KINDRED (Image: David Kindred)

What are your memories of visits to Christchurch Park? Email judy.rimmer@archant.co.uk To order copies of these photos, visit www.eadt.co.uk/myphotos24, or call Diane Townsend on 01603 772449.