Broughty Ferry cafe owner hails ‘incredible turnout’ as beach comes alive on fun day

Ferry Family Fun Days launched on Saturday.

By Andrew Robson

July 14 2024, 2:21pm

The sack race was a bit hit on Saturday. Image: Mhairi Edwards/DC Thomson

More than 200 people headed to Broughty Ferry Beach to take part in the first of four family events.

Ferry Family Fun Days launched on Saturday as people of all ages took part in a range of activities.

Organised by Sergio Baretto in collaboration with Dundee charity Giving Back the event aimed to combat anti-social behaviour over the summer.

Sergio, who owns Tico’s Deli on Gray Street, hailed the “incredible turnout” at the event.

‘Heartwarming’ to see families come together at Broughty Ferry Beach

He said: “We are thrilled with the incredible turnout, more than 200 people came down to take part in the activities.

“Seeing families come together and enjoy themselves was truly heartwarming – parents and grandparents all joining in – that’s exactly what it’s about.

Sergio Baretto, the owner of Tico's Deli. — Sergio Baretto, the owner of Tico’s Deli. Image: Kim Cessford/DC Thomson

“The response we’ve had has been great and it wouldn’t have happened without the fantastic guys over at Giving Back.

“We hope future events live up to the success of this one.”

People of all ages participated in activities including volleyball, footvolley, parachute games, children’s sports, rugby, CrossFit and football.

Additionally, there were free refreshments for everyone to enjoy.

Pamela McLaughlin and her daughter Reagan, 9, call the shots during the parachute games at the Ferry Family Fun Days event — Pamela McLaughlin and her daughter Reagan, 9, call the shots during the parachute games. Image: Mhairi Edwards/DC Thomson

Some serious egg and spoon action. Image: Mhairi Edwards/DC Thomson

Harris Lyttle, 8 and Ruairidh Logan, 9 enjoy the volleyball. Image: Mhairi Edwards/DC Thomson

Children taking part in relay race at roughty Ferry family event — Jamie Corrigan, 6, taking part in the relay race. Image: Mhairi Edwards/DC Thomson

Harris and Ruairidh enjoy the volleyball. Saturday 13th July, 2024. Image: Mhairi Edwards/DC Thomson

Some serious egg and spoon action. Image: Mhairi Edwards/DC Thomson

A spokesperson for Giving Back said: “This event not only brought families together but also highlighted the spirit of collaboration among local businesses and groups.

“It’s wonderful to see our community thrive through such inclusive initiatives.”

Ferry Family Fun Days are taking place every Saturday in July.

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