Yesterday was St George’s day so as a patriotic town crier I thought it was time to try something new. I wrote my first rhyming proclamation and delivered it in Windsor a number of times. St George’s Day 2013 Oyez, Oyez, Oyez Citizens of Windsor and visitors from both far and near This day…
Last night at Windsor’s Guildhall I gave a short cry of welcome to members of the Borough’s twinning committee and guests from some of our twin towns. I was going to attempt a proclamation in French, German, Dutch and Italian… but then thought better of it. Why risk stuffing it up in 5 languages when getting one…
Yesterday evening I helped the Mayor entertain a group of cub scouts from Wraysbury at the Guildhall. His worship ran a mock council meeting and I tried to explain why we have a town crier in the borough. Today a friend emailed to say thanks because her two kids were part of the group and…
Following months of endless bitter cold, the sun finally made an appearance today and visitors flocked to Windsor in droves. At the Guildhall Museum we were holding a 1920’s event with live jazz music, some traditional period cakes and even some (non-alcoholic) cocktails outside in the corn exchange. Indoors there were various activities for kids…
Easter Sunday 2013 at 11am I had the honour of ringing my bell and leading my first procession through Windsor. The Mayor and Mayoress and dignitaries from the borough were welcomed by The Revd Ainsley Swift and members of the Windsor Ministry. We started from the McDonald Hotel Windsor (who kindly allowed us to gather in…
I got a very kind letter from the Chertsey Agricultural Association, thanking me for shouting at them at their annual dinner. The Guildhall looked amazing that evening and the smells coming up from the kitchen were really good. I did my town crier duties and I guess they liked it because they kindly offered me…
I have been investigating good ‘crying’ places for when the livery is finished and my duties can begin in earnest. Traditionally the market cross was the place where cries would be read out, so in Windsor that means the junction of Castle Street and High Street. The statue of Queen Victoria is pretty much on…
Saturday 8th December 2012. – Its showtime. The day started early with a 7.20am live interview on BBC Radio Berkshire. Apparently I sounded as if I had just woken up… which I had. I put on my ‘temporary’ livery and got to the Guildhall in Windsor where at midday I ‘cried’ the opening of the…