Town crier Bob Smytherman officially opened the fair at Offington Park Methodist Church in Broadwater on November 22 and the charity organised all the stalls, filling the hall with a variety of themed tables.
Lorna Smith, operations manager, said: "This is the first year Worthing Mencap have held their fayre at the venue, and it was a great success. Mrs Claus popped in to deliver festive cheer and The Lighthouse Soft Play was open, offering play sessions for children. Local singer Jenna Hall got everyone singing and dancing to festive songs.
"Volunteers, supporters, staff and trustees donned their finest Christmas jumpers (the good, the bad and the ugly) to host a variety of festive stalls, including a range of tombolas, bottle stall, colour-themed stalls, a raffle, jewellery and cakes.
"All money raised at the fayre will stay in the local community, supporting people with a learning disability and/or autism to lead full and independent lives.
"The charity is looking forward to hosting their Christmas fayre at Offington Park Methodist Church again in November 2026."
The charity is also holding a Christmas raffle in the lead up to Christmas, with a number of high-value prizes to be won, including a 43in television and a signed Brighton & Hove Albion shirt. Tickets can be purchased from the Worthing Mencap charity shops in South Farm Road and winners will be drawn on December 19.
For more information about Worthing Mencap, visit worthingmencap.org, find them on Facebook, or call in to Buddys at 121 South Farm Road, Worthing.
1. Worthing Mencap Christmas fair
Worthing town crier Bob Smytherman officially opened the fair Photo: Eddie Mitchell
2. Worthing Mencap Christmas fair
Worthing Mencap had a fantastically festive morning at its annual Christmas fair Photo: Eddie Mitchell
3. Worthing Mencap Christmas fair
Worthing Mencap's Christmas fair was at a new venue this year, Offington Park Methodist Church in Broadwater Photo: Eddie Mitchell