Children had the chance to soak their headteacher when he was in the stocks on Saturday.

Malcolm Drakes agreed to be a target during Broadford Primary School’s fun day and was soaked by pupils and the Mayor of Havering, Cllr Eric Munday.

The school, in Faringdon Avenue, raised £1,200 and there were more than 25 stalls run by Havco volunteers. Children also had the chance to sit in a fire engine from Harold Hill Station.

Malcolm said: “We had a fantastic response from parents, staff, pupils and governors this year which helped to ensure it was our most successful fete to date.

“With £1,200 raised so far the school will really benefit from the generous support of the school community.

“All year the fundraising group expanded their events and this was a great finale to a year of hard work!”