AN ancient tradition dating back to medieval times was kept alive by residents at Lymm near Warrington who
took part in the annula Rushbearing ceremony.
The festival originates from ancient times when carts of rushes made their way to the church for use as floor covering.
Bullrushes and garlands were paraded through the village as part of the festival.
The event included Thelwall Morrismen who were joined by members of Lymm parish Council and other community groups.
Rushbearing symbolised a procedure of changing rushes used on the church floors just before harvest to symbolise a healthy crop.
At one time, Rushbearing Day was virtually a Bank Holiday in Lymm, with shops and offices closing.
But in more recent years it has always been held on a Sunday.
The event is organised each year by local barrister Christopher Limb. 
Mayor Cllr Mike Biggin, local councillors Sheila and Neville Woodyatt and organiser Chris Limb.
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