Wallingford's pancake race returns after four years
Dozens of people have taken to the streets of Wallingford with their frying pans in the town's first pancake race since the coronavirus pandemic.
The event is a 40-year-old tradition and consists of both adult and children's races.
It attracts competitors of all ages and the oldest this year, 92-year-old Ivy Small, crossed the finish line in her wheelchair.
First prize was a golden frying pan, won by Hal McKend.
He said he only planned on watching his daughter, but then claimed victory in the adult race.
Mr McKend said winning takes "turning-up, a bit of digging-in and ignoring the big, heavy boots that you accidentally wore".
Ivy's daughter travelled from Wales to help her mother take part.
The nonagenarian was awarded a prize for her costume which celebrated Valentine's Day.
Participants are encouraged to fundraise prior to the race for a charity of their choice.
The event has not taken place since February 2020, just weeks before the first Covid-19 lockdown.
Organiser John Houston said the race was there for people "to have a bit of fun" and there had been a "really good turn-out".
He added: "It's a wet, cold February day but spring starts here."
