Giant Bradley Day
An annual festival is organised in memory of William Bradley in his hometown of Market Weighton. The event has been held annually in May since 1996 and is attended by hundreds of people in the town. It is a family-oriented event with games, amusement rides, stalls, and other attractions, including the famous "Weighton Lash". Christopher Greener who was the tallest living European for a period of time has taken part in the celebrations in the past.
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