Disco Dion's Durrington events draw big crowds

Wednesday, 28 August 2024 05:45

Thousands of people flocked to Durrington Recreation ground this bank holiday weekend for the annual Retro at the Rec and Sunday Funday events organised by Durrington resident DJ Disco Dion and wife Emma.

The crowds were treated to an evening of music and dancing with Dion and DJ Paul Alex on Saturday night and a jam-packed afternoon with fun, games, dancing, performances and races in the arena on Sunday.

In addition to the entertainment, there were plenty of stalls, a car boot sale, inflatables, rides, face painting, and lovely food for everyone to enjoy.

The event was celebrating its 15th Anniversary. Dion and Emma thought it may be the last; however, after seeing how it brings the community together and how much fun it was, they decided to keep going, so watch this space!

Dion and Emma said. "A massive thank you to the Sunday Funday team, all the stallholders, vendors, and especially everyone who came to support!

"The money raised will be donated to local groups and charities."

The team is looking for sponsors for the event so it can keep on growing, and they hope to make next year even bigger and better!

More from Local News

The Barber Academy Celebrates Ten Years

The Barber Academy is marking ten years since first opening its doors on Fisherton Street, celebrating a decade of training new and experienced barbers while operating as a fully working barbershop.
The International Salisbury Pancake Race Returns for 2026

A popular Salisbury tradition will return this year with a light-hearted contest that brings together workplaces, visitors, and residents in a celebration of shared local spirit.
Bishop of Salisbury to Commission Eight Volunteer Chaplains for the LGBTQIA+ Community

The Bishop of Salisbury, the Rt Revd Stephen Lake, is to commission eight volunteer chaplains to offer affirming support to LGBTQIA+ Christians and those exploring faith.
Tri-County Summit Boosts Joint Effort to Tackle Rural Crime

Wiltshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Wilkinson, has welcomed a renewed commitment to tackling rural crime following a tri‑county summit that brought together senior police leaders, MPs and representatives from rural organisations.
Local Voices Reveal Gaps and Solutions in Dementia Support

Safer and Supportive Salisbury (SaSS), the local community charity dedicated to building a safer and more supportive city, has published its Dementia Research Report 2025, an in-depth study into the experiences of people living with dementia, their carers, and dementia support providers across the Salisbury area.
Rock and Roll Man Interviews: Part 3 - Julian Bird & Gary Turner

Rock and Roll Man opens its UK tour at Salisbury Playhouse in February, and Salisbury Radio was invited to talk to some of the team behind the show.
The Spitfire Café Brings Family Fun to Cross Keys This February Half Term

Families looking for something fun and weather-proof to do this February half term are invited to Cross Keys Shopping Centre, Salisbury, where The Spitfire Café will be hosting a special Kids’ Club throughout the school holidays.
Local RNLI branch seeks more volunteers

The Salisbury and Wilton Fundraising branch of the RNLI is calling on local people to give a little time to suppor their fundraising efforts.