High Wycombe was transformed into a stage of myth and legend on Sunday as the town for a 'weird and wonderful' festival.

The day-long Wyrd Wycombe event was the first of its kind and was organised by Wycombe Creatives Group.

Residents and visitors were treated to an afternoon of storytelling, performances, and a dramatic enactment of the slaying of the Wycombe Wyrm, bringing local folklore vividly to life.

Crowds gathered in the town centre, enjoying a programme of weird and wonderful tales that celebrated the area’s rich history and myths. From spellbinding storytellers to theatrical displays, the event offered a colourful, immersive experience that delighted families, schoolchildren, and long-time residents alike.

Councillor Hazel Arthur-Hewitt, representing Downley, shared her thoughts on the occasion on social media: “Thank you so much to all those involved in Wyrd Wycombe and the Wycombe Creatives Group for a fabulous event in town today. It really brought the place alive with weird and wonderful storytelling — of local myth and legend. I do hope this will become a yearly part of our Wycombe calendar!”

Organisers said the aim was not only to entertain but also to shine a spotlight on local talent, encouraging creativity and community participation. Many attendees praised the event for its imaginative approach and the way it made High Wycombe feel vibrant and connected.

With such a successful debut, Stevyn Colgan, who co-organised the event with local photographer Mark Page, says he hopes Wyrd Wycombe will become an annual highlight on the town’s calendar.

Mr Page said: " “It was done by the people of High Wycombe for the people of High Wycombe.

“We wanted to do something positive as most towns have a festival day, so being a historian, we looked into the myths and urban legends of Wycombe, we thought it would be good to recreate that.

“A lot of people turned up – it was incredible.”