A UNIQUE event which brought fairy fans together was held at a museum.

The Essex Faery Fayre was held at the Museum of Power in Langford.

Fairy enthusiasts came in fancy dress to the magical event.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Fancy dress: even dogs were dressed to impressFancy dress: even dogs were dressed to impress (Image: Museum Of Power)

The event was first held in 2019 and has been a success since then.

There was entertainment from Alive and Kicking clog dancers, Hara Dance, Barefoot Connection and singing from Eladria Ethersong.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Fairy dance: Hara Dance group dancing at the eventFairy dance: Hara Dance group dancing at the event (Image: Museum Of Power)

Marcia Mason wrote and read a fairy story for the event, which left children in awe.

useum of Power events manager Lyz Le Fay said: “Even the morning was a warm one as we finished setting up for the arrival of the fae on this warm June day at the Museum of Power.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Crowning ceremony: the beautiful fairy sceneCrowning ceremony: the beautiful fairy scene (Image: Museum Of Power)

“It didn’t stop people coming in the 28-degree heat. We had plenty of shade from the trees to keep cool.

“From beginning to end, the magic flowed. People came, meeting up with friends and family, some making new friends.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Tall fairy: more fancy dress at the eventTall fairy: more fancy dress at the event (Image: Museum Of Power)

“There were crafts in the marquee making a collage of a dragon as well as crafts over at our pavilion on the field with the Crafty Cabin.

“Astaria wove its magic with magical bubbles and crystals. The miniature railway gave adventurers rides around the grounds.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Fairy makeup: makeup stalls were on handFairy makeup: makeup stalls were on hand (Image: Museum Of Power)

“We had food, drinks and ice cream along with our Steam Pump tea room being open.

“At the end of the day, there was judging to be done to crown the best faery queen, king, prince, princess and royal pet.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Storytelling: Marcia Mason wrote a story for the eventStorytelling: Marcia Mason wrote a story for the event (Image: Museum Of Power)

“With many thanks to all those who made this event happen, all the staff and volunteers of the Museum of Power and thank you to all those who attended, bringing their own magic with them.

“Our next event will be Langford Country Fair and Classic Car Show on July 23, where we will have agricultural and horticultural exhibits, classic cars from pre 1920s to 1960, along with a variety of other interesting exhibits.

Maldon and Burnham Standard: Fairy dancing: Helen Conway sticking to the themeFairy dancing: Helen Conway sticking to the theme (Image: Museum Of Power)

“This will be a typical country fair, with local crafters and artists too, artisan food, entertainment, a dog show, games and more.”