Oliver Dowden, MP for Hertsmere, formally opened Bushey Festival on Friday 1st July.

Mr Dowden said: “I was delighted to open the festival alongside the Mayor at the Lucy Kemp-Welch Gallery.

“As ever, the programme of events looks fantastic and this is a wonderful celebration of art, music, drama and sport in our local area.

 “I would like to congratulate the festival committee and volunteers for organising such an array of activities for the whole community to enjoy.

“For further information about the festival and events please go to http://www.busheyfestival.org.uk/”