Talon the Carthorse	In The Grande Marche Parade ------------- 1:30 PM Daily
	A beautiful, magnificent animal! Seen here in the daily parade that wends its way thru the fairgrounds. ------------------------ During the day, Talon can be found in the stable near the elephant rides, munching upon a bale of hay.

Greg and Wendy at Folkestone Hall

Early on an August morn, before the crowds arrive, my wife and I squint in the already overpowering heat, yet still enjoying the relative quiet in front of Folkestone Hall. Soon, masses of wandering patrons will jam this area, searching for food at the nearby booths. Within Folkestone Hall; a showcase of festival arts and crafts is displayed, showing some of the vendors best work, also a small stage where you can enjoy listening to wandering minstrels and storytellers.

Wendy and Amber	In front of leatherworkers cottage
	Wendy and Amber in front of a leatherworkers, one of the many uniquely designed shops packing the twisting lanes and rolling terrain that makes up the festival grounds. The handcrafted shops fascinate me. All are built of wood or stone, using post and beam construction.

The Ship Stage	Where do you go to see Puke and Snot?
	Puke and Snot have their own stage in the form of a ship, a frigate, I think. .............................. Be sure to get seated early so you can see Yo and Ho, a couple of funny pirate musicians who open for P and S. I love their Rattlin' Bog rendition!

Puke an' Snot Shop	Where do you buy Puke and Snot T's?
	Puke and Snot have their own sales shop where I bought one of those, ................................ "I got a leak in my new mug!" mugs.

The Shops	Looks inviting, doesn't it?
	Here's a nice shot! ..................................... A prime example of some of the colorful flags, signs, and architecture that abound on the festival grounds.

The Leather Rose	Looks inviting, doesn't it?
	Another nice shot! ..................................... A lovely wench displays her goods from the balcony. Authentic Renaissance clothing may be purchased here as well as roses made of leather.

A Giant Lathe	The secret of this lathe is...... Manpower!
	At the moment, this machine is set up to produce wooden goblets which can be seen at the base of the left leg.

The Zoo	Lady with albino snake.
	There is a cottage where the Herpetological Society displays snakes an' stuff.

MEPHISTO!	Gypsy Prince of Fire!
	Mephisto, the fire-eater is a great favorite of mine. I've attended his performances every year since 1984. What a finale! This fireball will expand to at least twice the size.

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