A Lambeth Council spokesperson said: “Very sadly a funfair ride at the country show malfunctioned yesterday evening (June 8) injuring four people. They are being cared for in hospital and our thoughts are with them. An investigation into the incident, led the Met Police and Health and Safety Executive, is underway.
“We thank the emergency services for their swift response at the country show yesterday and for the support they are providing to the affected families.
“Following this incident, and to allow a full investigation, funfair rides at the show will be impacted by closures for the second day of the country show. The safety and well-being of our attendees remains our top priority, and we are committed to providing a secure and enjoyable experience for all visitors.”
The Lambeth Country Show has been running as a free community event in Brockwell Park since 1974. It combines the best of the city and the countryside, and is a much loved inclusive event that celebrates Lambeth borough.
Annually it attracts more than 120,000 people across the weekend, features a roots and reggae led main stage line up, animal shows, vegetable and flower competition displays, over 200 traders and exhibitors, a LatinoLife big top music experience, sports sessions, funfair and more.
Big names set to appear today include legendary Jamaican roots reggae singer Luciano and top reggae and dancehall DJ, David “Ram Jam” Rodigan who will be performing on the main stage on from 5.30pm.
The Lambeth Country Show is organised by Lambeth Council in partnership with Brockwell Live. To find out more about the Lambeth Country Show visit www.lambethcountryshow.co.uk and follow twitter.com/lblcountryshow.
