Heritage Day 2010

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The Heritage Fun Day celebrations were again organised by the Walton Society and  were a great success, despite a very depressing weather forecast which led to a lower attendance. In fact, apart from a damp start, the weather improved steadily through the day leaving the event bathed in brilliant sunshine!

The crowd was entertained by The Cobham Brass Band and “All the T’s” Jazz Group.  Mr Wizard with his Punch and Judy Show  proved popular with all ages. The Fast and Loose Theatre Company also provided Dance and Drama along with the presence of a Dragon weaving through the crowds.

New this year was  a specially commissioned film “Memories of Walton”, organized by Councillor Melvyn Mills, which was shown to the public for the first time using the lower deck of a splendidly restored Routemaster Bus parked on the wharf, and playing to capacity audiences.

Also for the first time the River Thames Boat Project vessel The Richmond Venturer visited the Wharf with a group of Young Carers on board. The boat was open to the Public to view and received many visitors during its stay.

As well as  all the usual stalls from local organisations and Charities, the Young’s Shire Horse and Dray gave rides around the town and Shrapnel’s battery provided the opportunity to fire a musket or a cannon. The Mayor visited the event and was then taken on a river trip aboard the Jolly Brit.

This event continues to be a popular one, drawing the Community together to raise funds for the Mayor’s Charity and other good causes. This year the event will be on September 10^th.  New stallholders are welcome and should contact 01932 217576 for further details.