LYMM’S ancient Rushbearing Festival went ahead as planned although policies being imposed by the Police and Warrington Council are putting future events and festivals at risk.
Members of Lymm Parish council had to step in at the eleventh hour to help foot the bill for the ancient festival, which stems from a local “wakes week” which took place in Lymm as early as 1817, with the origins dating back further to medieval times.
Organiser Chris Limb, who has been involved in organising the event for many years, was shocked to suddenly be told it would cost £1,500 to stage an event which lasts less than an hour.
But members of the Parish council agreed to help cover the costs but future events in the village are now under threat.
The costs cover road closures, traffic marshals and legal fees on event organisers.
Town Crier Peter Powell led the procession which was joined by the Mayor and Mayoress of Warrington Cllr Geoff and Mrs Jean Settle and their charity Teddy #teddygeorge.
Town Crier Peter Powell leads the procession followed by the Mayor & Mayoress PICTURE JOHN KING
Lymm Morris Musicians PICTURE JOHN KING
Lymm Morris performing the traditional Rushbearing dance PICTURE JOHN KING
Lymm Jubilee WI PICTURE JOHN KING
Gill Fuller with her Rushbearing garland – PICTURE JOHN KING
Pictures show this year’s Rushbearing event, which went ahead after the council footed a reduced bill.
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