Upcoming Fairs & Events

Benson’s M&L Pleasure Fairs provide a wide range of rides & attractions available to hire in South London and Southern England

Thank you so much for all your hard work for the Bonfire and Fireworks recently which again was a great success through your generosity, our Sponsors support and the generosity of the viewing publics donations via our Bucket Collection and Card Readers.

VBW Chris

Hello Lillian!

We had a wonderful day on Saturday!

We must say that the operators were so helpful and all round lovely! Despite the horrendous weather in the morning they pressed on to ensure the ride was up and running for us to use. They were very professional and interactive with the guests.

Everybody had a wonderful time and the swing chairs were a huge hit!

Thank you so much for your help with everything and helping us along the way with our planning, especially as it was our first ever attempt at organising an event like this. We really did appreciate your help.

Many, many thanks again for everything. We will definitely be recommending your company to others.

Craig & Kelly Gibson - LIFE Groups

Good morning Lillian

Once again just want to say a huge thank you to you and the team for helping us to help those in need!

I received feedback from the team who all said Mark was professional, friendly and very helpful!

The families and children were over joyed and had a wonderful time as planned!

Kind regards

Claire Roberts - UCharity Team

Dear Mark and Lillian,

Christmas Lights Switch-On Event 16th November, 2019

On behalf of the Cranleigh Chamber of Commerce, I would like to formally thank you and your team on the night of our xmas lights switch on. We really thought, and indeed had announced, that we would not be able to hold the event this year due to the difficulty in closing the road and enlisting enough volunteers as road marshalls. Your offer to provide additional road marshalls was very much welcomed but we were delighted to find out on the night that the Lions had managed to recruit the necessary number after all. Not as delighted though as the hundreds of families that attended the event, an event which unusually was blessed with decent weather!

We have had feedback that this was one of the best organised and enjoyable xmas events to be held in Cranleigh. Your attractions and stalls with their flashing lights and music contributed a real carnival atmosphere. We hope you had a good night financially too!

Many thanks once again for your patience and understanding when we lost our nerve a few months ago when trying to organise the event. It is good to have friends like Bensons!

See you next xmas!

Rosemary French OBE President - Cranleigh Chamber of Commerce

Hi Lillian.

We were very happy with everything. Thankfully the weather was great!

Just wish we had hired the inflatables from you too!!

Streatham and Clapham High School

Hi Lillian,

Many thanks for your message and appreciated.

We were really pleased with all of your efforts for our event yesterday and thank you to you and Mark.

We will certainly be in touch if we require any rides in future.

Best wishes

Zoe Smith: Assistant Marketing Manager - Tangmere Airfield Nurseries Ltd

Hi Lillian,

Despite one or two issues we had with power to the tree lights and PA system, plus the rain, all in all it went very well.

I cannot thank Mark enough for his willingness to help with the supply of a generator to solve the electrical problems as well as assisting me with putting up crowd barriers etc, certainly not part of his attendance at the event, but really appreciated.

Please pass on my sincere thanks and we look forward to doing it all again next year!

With best wishes for Christmas and the New Year.
Roger

Roger Coupe - Christmas Lights Coordinator, Cranleigh

Hi Lilian

Thank you so much for making our summer camp group feel so welcome at Kennington Park yesterday.

Rachel Harrison - Assistant Headteacher DSL

Hi Lillian

We were absolutely delighted thank you – both your colleagues were first class and the bouncy castle and teacups went down a storm with the mums and kids!

We will be holding another one in the next couple of months so I just need to work out at which office and the date.  As soon as I know I’ll be in contact as we would probably want to book the same again or something very similar.

Many thanks for all your help.  You made a stressful event go extremely smoothly!

Jenny Flannery - McMilan Williams Solicitors

Benson’s and Benson’s M&L Pleasure Fairs has provided fairground rides for our annual Christmas Fayre  for over ten years.

They have always provided an excellent service and their involvement has contributed to the success of this very  popular event. Thank you.

Teresa Williams - Manor House School

Hi Lillian,Thank you so much for emailing. It was brilliant on Friday. John, who delivered on Thursday was delightful and everyone who ran the attractions on Friday evening was great. I hope Antoinette was happy and took enough money, it was lovely meeting her.

We had over 900 people attend, and we hope to have raised more than ever before for our Tanzanian Orphanage and Minaki school link. Thank you so much for your support with this and we really hope you might want to be involved in other future events as they come up.

Thanks

Paula - Imberhorne School

Hi Mark & Lillian

Thanks for your email and for the much appreciated services from you guys. Let me tell you we all did had very good day because of you guys (apart from the weather of course!)  – thanks to you for making the children’s day, with your good services and rides. I can tell you that we will definitely  contact you in the future for all of our events and occasions.

Ravi Ramsis - St Mary and St Abraam Church, Hove

I felt I should write to thank Mark and the boys for their considerable contribution in making Saturday a great success despite the weather we had to deal with!  Their cheerful willingness to help with road closure signs and traffic cones was really appreciated. I also received a compliment from one of the neighbours for the courteous way they dealt with his request to move one of the lorries.

My only regret is that I wish you could have made more money out of the event particularly as the weather stopped us being able to have the bouncy castle. Despite this your generous donation was much appreciated.

We would most certainly wish to retain you for our planned events next year and will let you have details in due course.

With very best regards,

Roger

Roger Croupe - Christmas Lights Coordinator, Cranleigh

Until I retired last month, I was secretary to Mark & Lillian Benson for near-on ten years.  I can honestly say that they are the nicest couple I’ve ever had the opportunity to work for – they are genuine, sincere and an extremely friendly couple.

I would highly recommend Mark & Lillian to help promote, fund-raise or supply funfair equipment/rides for any function as they’re consistently welcoming and very dependable

Julie Francis - Julie Francis Secretarial Services

The dodgems and your team were great, thanks so much everything, the family and guests had so much fun! Love to use you guys again, maybe let me know what rides will fit down the lane okay, would be great to have other options for more events?!? 🙂

Thanks again

Danny

Hi Lillian and Helen,

Thank you very much Lillian for your help and cooperation on Sunday afternoon and thank Mark for helping us out with the power. I hope that the fair went well.

I also just wanted to say Helen that everything worked out well in the end and the folks at the fair could not have been more helpful. Also Dan in the café was very good to us.

Paul - Pentecost Sunday Service in Redhill Memorial Park

Hi Lillian

A gentleman who lives in the flats behind where you are sited asked me to pass on the following……..

“It was very nice of the Fun Fair to come – hope to see you next year! Keep up the good work and thanks for being at the fields”:

Alan Kerridge, 32 Hythe Close, Southborough.

Duly done.  No complaints today – a first – so a big thank you.

All the best for the weekend.

Kind regards.

Brenda J Wickens - Town Clerk, Southborough Town Council

Dear Lillian

I would like to thank you and all the guys for all your help over the weekend. The fairground was a great success and I hope that you made your money.

Please pass on my thanks to Mark and everyone who attended from your side, the ground conditions after Thursday rain was not very good and gave us to major problems which Mark and the rest of the guys helped with greatly.

It was great working with you all and I certainly hope we can work together again in the future.

Best Regards

Lesa

Lesa - Nightingales Support Organisation

Had such a lovely day today at the fun fair by Ravenside. What a lovely group of people too so friendly, reasonably priced. Will definitely be going back when they return. Worth a visit, think their last day tomorrow.

Danielle Christine

Dear Lilian

Everything was perfect, thank you so much for your contributions. The weather was so much in our favour, wasn’t it? And I was delighted with the roasted nuts – I had never managed to get that. Thanks so much. Please come again next year.

I will be in touch with the date. Do have a happy Christmas when it comes around.

Best wishes
Angela

Angela McDonald - Chief of Staff, Thomas’s Battersea

Thank you thank you thank you! Your support of Horsham’s Big Day Out a couple of weeks ago undoubtedly contributed to (what I think was) a hugely successful event! The weather could have been better but even then I was pleased with the amount of people in the Park and the relaxed, friendly and fun atmosphere the event seemed to have. We have been literally inundated with positive feedback and this is in no small part due to your support and hard work on the day.

Horsham District Council

Dear Lillian,

Please find attached thank you certificate sent on behalf of the Friends of Kingswood. The raffle raised over £1000 for the school and we greatly appreciate your donation.

Yours sincerely,

Anna - Friends of Kingswood

Dear Mark,

We’ve not long arrived back at Elm Court School, I just wanted to let you know how appreciative we are. All of the students said it was their best school Christmas outing ever.

That’s largely thanks to you and your team. You made us feel so safe and welcome. So much so that one particular one didn’t want to leave (you know who! haha).Thanks so much again for your kindness. We wish you and your awesome team a fabulous Christmas and New Year!
Meg

Meg - Allford Elm Court School

We would like to express our thanks to Mark and Lillian Benson for providing us with “The Big Buzz” for our school prom. Due to the sudden changing of government restrictions, we had to reorganise a prom on the school site quickly, and Lillian was so helpful to us.

She was always contactable, always willing to help, provided all the necessary documents (insurance, etc.) to help ensure that our students would be safe and well looked after. Mark and his team were punctual, polite, helpful and professional, a delight to work with. The ride was “the belle of the ball” for sure! We can’t thank Benson’s enough and would certainly use them again should the occasion arise.

Sonya Turpin - Broadwater School

I can thoroughly recommend M&L for corporate work – very trustworthy and dedicated to delivering a great job.

Deborah Hay - Lingfield Park

Hi Lillian

As ever it was superb definitely the right mix this year

Tracey -MW Solicitors, Lingfield
Well that can I say! I can’t thank Bensons enough for making my sons birthday the best.
He had an absolute ball! We had a ‘fun fair’ party and can honestly say everyone had the best day! Lillian went above and beyond to make sure a good time was had by all which she didn’t have to do! To see all the kids faces beam was a picture! So grateful I really am! Even the adults had great fun! It was the least stressful kids birthday!! Brilliant day had by all!
Thank you so so much!! Xx
Lauren Anderson

Dear Lillian,

Thank you so much for sending your team over on such a hot day! As always you make our Fair extra special.

Your guys worked so hard and were amazing to have around. Even the heat didn’t make them loose their smiles.

Thanks from all of us at Hitherfield.

Vanessa - Hitherfield

Hi Lillian,

Everything was absolutely perfect thank you Lillian. Your team were amazing and we’ve heard nothing but brilliant feedback. We had a record year and raised far more than we have ever done so thank you so much for your part in helping us achieve this.

Please pass on our sincere thanks to the team and thank you personally again for juggling our needs at what must be a very busy time of year for you too.

See you next year!

Best wishes

Helen Scott - Oakfield Preparatory School West Dulwich

Hi Lillian,

Thank you to Mark and the boys for their efforts last night in helping to get a stuck vehicle out the muddy field. I know that the owners of the vehicle were incredibly relieved and very grateful.

Regards,

Simon - General Manager Mannings Heath Golf & Wine Estate
Dear Lillian,
Just a quick thank you note for coming to our Fair on Friday and doing such a fab job.
This was our first Fair as new Co-Chairs of the PTA and we couldn’t be more thankful for all the fantastic work from all the external traders.
I hope all went well on your side too.
Wishing you all the best for this festive season.
Kind regards,
Vanessa
Vanessa Bastian - Hitherfield Christmas Fair

Re: Disabled Guest

Good afternoon Lillian.

My son has just been dropped home by his carer.

I want to pass on my huge thanks. Billy had an amazing time.

Your kindness and generosity have made a young man(and his mum), very happy.

My best wishes to you all,

Hi Lilian

It was amazing, thank you so much for making our lives so easy on the day.

We had a record turnout and it looked like your guys were busy as well, which is also good. It worked well.

Same again next year?

Best wishes,

Mike

Michael Brundle

Good morning Lillian,

I could not let Saturday pass without saying a huge thank you to Mark and his team for the way in which they set up and then take down the rides and stalls each year, and then clear up after they finish.

They could not be more helpful and go out of their way to make sure they create as little disturbance to adjoining properties. Once again Mark came to the rescue when the power supply to the main tree in Fountain Square failed! Nothing seems too much trouble for him.

Despite the rain the evening went well and all the lights came on, although I did feel sorry for Mark having to pack everything up in the conditions.

Once again many thanks for your contribution to the event, as always it’s a pleasure working with you.

Very best regards to you both and with every good wish for Christmas and the New Year.

Roger Coupe - Christmas Lights Coordinator, Cranleigh

Good morning Lillian,

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to you, Mark and the team on such a fantastic day. They were so friendly, hardworking, professional and funny.

The children absolutely loved it as this had never been done in their area before.

Thank you for all your help, patience and co operation in helping all to run smoothly from the planning right up until the day!

We look forward to working with you again in the future!

Once again thank you!

Kind regards Claire

Claire - Administrator UCharity2013

To Lillian and Mark and the rest of the team,

I cannot thank you enough for everything you have done and the kindness and generosity you have shown.

Lots of love

Ali and friends xxx

Ali

Hi Lillian,

We were really impressed with the team from ML Pleasure Fairs.

They were punctual, friendly, professional and made sure everything ran smoothly.

We will definitely be booking with them for future events.

Thank you

Naomi Administrator - Batitude

Hi Lillian,

I was going to email you actually to say it was fantastic! Sian was great and the children loved it. We are so grateful with how well it all worked out.

Harriet Dunn

Hi Lillian,

All good thank you.

The burger stall was superb.

Thank you for all your help, we would definitely use you again.

Regards

Lindsey

Lindsey Orrin - Chaldon Wedding

Hi Lillian,

All good thank you.

The burger stall was superb.

Thank you for all your help, we would definitely use you again.

Regards

Lindsey

Lindsey Orrin - Chaldon Wedding

Hi Lillian,

Thanks to you and Mark for supplying me and the girls with free tickets.

The girls really enjoyed themselves and are very grateful to you.

I hope you enjoyed Bexhill and will be back again next year.

I hope to catch up with you guys sometime during the season.

Anthony Cousins

Hi Lillian just wanted to say a very big thank you for helping us out with a fairground ride for our 1st weekend winter fair.

After the panic the PTA had after being let down by someone else you really need us a big favour by stepping in last minute and we couldn’t be happier. The service was brilliant. We the PTA shall look forward to arranging many more future events with you.

Yours sincerely

Kelly Moore - PTA Class Rep

Won tickets for the fair.. Boys had a great time! Thank you… Really nice guys:)

Sonia

Had a fab time at the fair an my four kids loved itbk again next year

Kayleigh

The best people i have ever meet and have the best equipment

Jojo

Best value around great people and best atmosphere ever

Dan

This funfair as been round for so many years I have known them from a little boy and I worked for them and the are such a lovely family and they are so loving just can’t say a bad word about them and the fair is amazing the rides are great fun so everyone everywhere go to this fair

Charlie

Went to the Haywards Heath fair last week such a great atmosphere and everyone that worked there was very friendly, my son had a great time, thanks guys and see you next time

Kellie

Great friendly family run funfair with friendly staff. Plenty of rides for all ages. Good value for money

Laura
Always excellent fairs with fun for all ages and me and my daughter love visiting your fairs
Also a very friendly family who always take time to have a chat and answer any questions
Anthony

Had a great night tonight at the fun fair in redhill my kids had such a great night and really enjoyed them self the team where amazing and the all the rides where great to either for the little one looking forward to u coming again soon I hope

Tracy

when I have been to any off these fairs always great day out the organisers are and warm and welcoming from the time u get to the gate roll u leave great prices keep up fab time when I came to Streatham common

Colin

Great fair, lots of good rides and very nice staff. Very well run too. Would most certainly return.

Laura

Lovely family and amazing rides that are so enjoyable. The best funfair ever

Elizabeth

Its been great to have Bensons back at Redhill Memorial park after such hard times. Such a friendly bunch of people that have given us some normality and fun back in our lives for our children. Looking forward to next time

Jenni
Friendly, great time as usual, always go every time they are here or close by. Best fair I know. Great to see you guys. See you soon x
Natasha

Highly recommend as family friendly fair and Lillian mark and team very friendly and approachable. Many thanks for a great time myself and the children had a brilliant time

Kelly
great value and amazing staff. very kind and helpful 🙂. had an amazing time at redhill event. the Donut’s are amazing 👏😍
hope to see you all soon.
Amy
Well that can I say! I can’t thank Bensons enough for making my sons birthday the best.
He had an absolute ball! We had a ‘fun fair’ party and can honestly say everyone had the best day! Lillian went above and beyond to make sure a good time was had by all which she didn’t have to do! To see all the kids faces beam was a picture! So grateful I really am! Even the adults had great fun! It was the least stressful kids birthday!! Brilliant day had by all!
Thank you so so much!! Xx
Lauren

It was on of the best travelling fairs I have been to this year so far hope to see them come back to Havant park next year

Harrison

Amazing!

Horsham Rotary
What a day that was!

🙏Thank you to the thousands of you who came down to our Centenary Funday. 😊
🙏Thank you to all the stall holders and all the food & drink concessions. 🍕🍺
🙏Thank you to all the stage performers for a variety of music and fun. 🎤🥁
🙏Thank you to all the emergency service crews and military personnel who displayed their vehicles and their skills. 🚑🪖👮‍♂️
🙏Thank you to the sports clubs and sports centres who entertained and encouraged a healthier lifestyle. 🏈⚽️
🙏Thank you to all the those not in Rotary for volunteering to help make it happen. 👏
🙏Thank you to Jo and her colleagues at HDC for their support and help. 👍
And finally…
🙏Thank you to Mark & Lillian Benson and the staff of  M&L Benson’s Pleasure Fairs Hosted by Mark Benson & Sons for providing two fabulous hours of free funfair rides for families with Special Educational Needs Children.🎡🎠

Wonderful!

Thank you so very much for the free funfair rides today, our group of families who were lucky enough to receive free wrist bands again this year had the most wonderful time, it gives the families a chance to have fun together which is usually quite difficult.

we also had a couple of families who took their children to the funfair for the very first time and it went so well it has given them the confidence to be able to go again.

I’ve never seen so many happy smiley children & young adults, your all amazing and are so helpful, lots of families said how supportive your staff were, thanks again to you all!

Thank you!

Just a little note to say thank you ! It went very well 🙂👍🏻
615 happy little people !

All the best
Debbie
Sinai Jewish Primary School

Amazing Day!

Had an amazing day at M&L Benson’s Pleasure Fairs, Hosted by Mark Benson & Sons at Brockwell Park today. I won some tokens via their page on Facebook and took my grandsons to enjoy the rides. Such a great day we had on the rides, and the sun was shining. Thanks again we had an amazing day!

Collette O'Sullivan

Massive thank you to you and Mark

Hi Lillian

I hope you are well and had a good weekend

I just want to say a massive thank you to you and Mark for helping on the day after being let down at such short notice.  Lewis and his wife really helped us out and were great to have there on the day.  The children had so much fun and half of them did not want to leave!

We will most certainly be returning to you for our future events

Thanks again and take care

Hayley

Thank you again

Hi Lillian,

Thank you again for your involvement in our event this year, it was absolutely brilliant and we will definitely look at using your service again for our 2024 events.

Wishing you and lovely Christmas and New Year.

Kind regards,
Charlotte

Could Not Have Been More Impressed!

I used M & L Benson Pleasure Fairs for a school event and could not have been more impressed with the service from start to finish. Lillian was thorough and efficient in all communication, and Mark arrived promptly on the day and was friendly and professional whilst operating the carousel.

Amanda Whybro, Guildford High School

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