TV actor to appear at gipsy festival

Latham has strong roots in the travelling community and starred in The Michael Gomez Story, a film about the championship Irish traveller boxer.

He said: "I like to get involved in these sorts of events because it's important to have knowledge and understanding of the communities we live in.

"It's going to be a great day out and I'm really looking forward to joining in the fun."

Baildon Green Gipsy Fair has been organised as part of Gipsy Roma Traveller Month, a national programme celebrating the history and cultural heritage of the UK's travelling communities.

The fair will include a traditional gipsy camp, bow wagons and horses, palm reading, peg and flower making, wagon artwork demonstrations, traditional Irish dancing and gospel singing.

There will also be story telling and activities for children, information displays and food stalls.

The deputy leader of Bradford Council, Imran Hussain, said: "Supporting events which celebrate cultural heritage is just one of the ways we can create better understanding and respect between communities.

"The Baildon Green Gipsy Fair is an excellent opportunity for everyone to celebrate the travelling communities' contributions to our district."

Violet Cannon, from Bradford Gipsy and Traveller Voice, said: "The Baildon Green Gipsy Fair follows the fantastic success of last year's event in Centenary Square.

"Bradford has had a long association with travelling communities and the fair will give people the chance to break down barriers and find out about our history and culture."