This was a new event for us, but one that Pat and Lorraine were looking forward to.
The festival over the weekend 27th -29th August takes place and the Twinwood Airbase which is the American base that Glen Miller flew from on his last flight.
As a result of his un timely disappearance, the entire base has been turned into a working museum dedicated to him and the 1940 Airbase life style.
The event revolves around the fashion, music and dance of the era and everyone dressed up.
Pat and Lorraine and Irene dressed as Land girls , Andy Myself and John wore overalls and went as mechanics.
The music was fantastic, with the John Miller band in attendance.
The highlight had to be the dancing, mainly American Swing Jazz styles and the popular Lindy Hop. The halls were full of vibrant colours and the happiness radiated from the dancers.
We met a dutch couple called Ruddy and Nanda who were Lindy Hop experts but despite all their patient efforts none of us could pick it up.
A very nostalgic fun weekend, which I would recommend to you.
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