FOLLOWING a petition and complaints about excessive noise, pollution and vibration created by the annual Thame fair in the High Street, the town council and the Showmen’s Guild have agreed several actions to try to curb issues of concern.
The September fair, which Thame Town Council says runs at a net loss to themselves, has divided the town for many years between those who see it as a positive thing for the town, bringing fun and enjoyment, and those who consider that the noise and smell and the inconvenince to nearby business and residents has a negative effect on the town centre. Many people think that the size of modern fair rides and modern amplification of music now make the town centre an unsuitable location for a fair.
The agreed actions are as follows:-
* Music and noise will be set not to go above 80 decibels, 20 ft from the source in line with the Noise at Work Regulations Act 2006. This to be monitored by stewards who will carry decibel meters.
Any infringement will be taken up by the Showman’s Guild who can fine the offending showman by amounts of
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