We see fairground workers assembling rides including 'Holland's super waltzer' and a helter skelter. We also see some of the side-shows including the entrance to the 'Temple of Black Magic'. We next see the opening ceremony where dignitaries including the Lord Mayor of Nottingham stand on a raised platform in front of a large crowd. The official party and then seen enjoying a go on the dodgems. This is followed by general views of the site crowded with visitors and various rides in operation. There are also more views of the side-shows including women dancing and a display advertising 'Kap-Dwa, the two headed giant'. The reel ends with more views of the official party and shots of the on-site sweet stalls.
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The Fortean Times website has background information about 'Kap-Dwa'. Apparently the two headed man was a fixture at British fairs from the 19th century and is thought to have still be displayed by showmen as recently as 1999. At the time of this film it was owned by 'Lord' Thomas Howard.