Racing chefs, tests of strength, cycle racing, Morris dancing and exhibitions were just some of the attractions at the Lake Windermere Festival in 1990.

The Grand Parade attracted 15 floats, with occupants ranging from the Flintstones to 101 Dalmatians.

Best dressed float for the third year running was that of Applethwaite Green home for the elderly. Staff and carers depicted Alice in Wonderland.

Best junior entry was won by St Cuthbert's School for 101 Dalmatians; most original float was that of Blezard's Taxis for Frosty the Snowman; and best newcomers were the Windermere Taverners with Mowgli 11.

Judges were so impressed with the Windermere ladies tap dancers dressed as Roly Polys that they decided to make up an extra category and award a prize for the most entertaining float.

The parade raised the record sum of £1,115 for charity.

Staveley won the fun-filled, watery It's A Knockout, competing against teams from Kendal, Windermere and Ambleside.

The previous year's Mr Lakeland, Terry Aitken, retained his title but said the competition was tough. Contestants had to pull Minis, putt the slate, run an assault course, move sandbags and lug the stone.

Precariously-balanced eggs featured strongly in the chefs' race, when staff from the Burnside Hotel won through.

Leading professional Steve Joughin won the Porthole International grand prix cycle race.

The motorcycle arena trail returned to the festival and was won by British number two Tony Scarlett.

A record 30 teams competed in a junior five-a-side tournament. Winners were the 'Devils' team from Windermere C of E Junior School.

The boat parade provided many colourful entrants. The best dressed overall was The Vikings, a craft skippered by Mr Ferrimond of Lancaster.

The festival 10K run was won by Paul Rogerson of Stoke.

A fantastic fireworks finale drew record crowds of between 3,000 and 4,000 on the last night of the festival. The display was synchronised to music.