Yarm Town Council said it is “very much in favour” of retaining Yarm's heritage and keeping the event - and Cllr Coulson said the town council said it would assist with additional costs. Yarm Fair 2025 (Image: Simon McCabe Photography/CAMERA CLUB)The authority said it remains committed to working with the town council and fair and to explore options for its future. Yarm Fair 2025Yarm Fair dates back to the 13th Century when King John granted the town its original charter. A full statement from Stockton Council said: "The Council has not provided direct financial support for Yarm Fair which is a commercial event. "The Council remains committed to working in partnership with Yarm Town Council and the Showmen's Guild to support the facilitation of the fair and to explore options for its future.