It was held in St Edburg's church in the middle of the town and was attended by several Oxfordshire dignitaries (civil and military) as well as the 'chain gang' from neighbouring towns and councils. (I am getting to know some of these people now!)
We sang hymns, listened to biblical readings (one by Captain Nutine who turned out to be a local Buckingham man when I spoke with him later on) and many prayed. The Reverend Verena Breed gave an excellent address to the assembled people which impressed me hugely. She spoke with passion about the responsibility on us all to build communities where all felt welcome.
And then we walked to town's market square while the military and uniformed youth groups paraded past. All helped by the sunny weather.
Bicester Town Council is based in the beautiful Garth park in Bicester. We ended proceedings there with a glass of wine and a few snacks. Do visit the park when you get a chance: it has a delightful cafe, a bandstand and some lovely trees.
The Mayor, Brigadier and Captain await the march past. (In the foreground is the Mayor of Brackley)
So lovely to here the xylophones!
The youth groups were out in force too
Just liked this image
A jovial bunch of Bicester town councillors with the Mayor, Councillor Les Sibley, in the middle. Many thanks to him and the organising team for this splendid occasion.
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