El Cotillo Fiesta

By popular request I am continuing my "broadcast" of this annual event.

Day Two arrived at a pace.   Overnight temperatures of 28 degrees rapidly increased to 39 degrees by breakfast time.

The first event of the day was the flea market at 09.00.   Spanish, English and German stall holders endeavoured to sell their wares whilst remaining in the relative sanctuary of their umbrellas.

Late afternoon brought personal relaxation when a spot of fishing was in order - see picture below.   Unfortunately, you cannot quite see the full extent of my ace photographer's rod!   On this occasion the fish were too cute for capture however, judging by the amount of bait that they took, they will be that much fatter tomorrow morning at high tide.   Watch out you "peces"!

As evening crept over the village, excitement was in the air.   Villagers jostled for position to ensure a good seat for the first event - "Dinner Bingo" played with a backdrop of the moon shining on the water of the Old Harbour.

After the first house had been won for 70 Euros, interest increased and there seemed to be feverish activity as a further three tables were erected.

At the end of the games all the players were rewarded by having their Bingo cards replaced by a dinner plate overflowing with local cuisine. (see picture below)

Elsewhere in the village another white wall had become the backdrop for the evening Film.   This time the Community Hall won centre stage where seating was more informal than the previous night.   People sat on walls, benches, pavements, floor and even on the children's playground equipment next door.   Excitement ensured.

Day Two drew to a close with fireworks and contented inhabitants making their way home where they continued the festivities in the “privacy of their own homes", roofs and any surrounding pavement areas throughout the village.

This is Your Cotillo Correspondent for "Canaries on Line" in El Cotillo.