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# Windsor and Maidenhead Town Crier

Chris Brown  - The Official Town Crier of the Royal Borough since 2012

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## Posts

- [Blog](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/blog/)
- [Starting the day right](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/starting-the-day-right/) - In February 2026 I spent a fun day with eight other criers and a guy called 'Big Zuu'; a well known rapper, foodie and tv presenter who joined us criers at Shoreditch Town Hall for a bit of on the job training. We shouty folk are not known for using the London street slang that
- [A new Town Crier Scroll](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/a-new-town-crier-scroll/) - Updated in 2025 My livery looks great but the one thing letting it down (besides the chap wearing it) is the town crier scroll which I made a few years ago from an old pair of trousers, a broomstick and four doorknobs. In the summer of 2023, as we had a coronation coming up, it
- [Fifteen years of the Windsor and Eton Brewery](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/15-years-of-the-windsor-and-eton-brewery/) - Wildcat Willie asked me to come over and officially congratulate the founders of the Windsor and Eton Brewery on fifteen years of brewing award winning ales. The Windsor and Eton Brewery is a great supporter of local events and over the years I have enjoyed quite a few of their wares so I was delighted
- [Congratulations to The Swan](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/congratulations-to-the-swan/) - The lovely Swan Public House in Clewer won a huge award last month. This 18th Century pub close to Windsor was awarded the nation's best community pub in the Great British Pub Awards. The Swan is truly a special place with the amazing Green Room School having a classroom there. There is something going on
- [A Pre-Wedding Party in Jamnagar](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/wedding-jamnagar/) - And what a swell party it was! A celebrity guestlist like no other; a Rihanna concert; a David Blaine magic show; hundreds of singers and dancers, Bollywood A-listers mucking about on stage and one Town Crier with a huge grin on his face wondering how he ever got to be so lucky as to be
- [Shouting at Auntie](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/shouting-at-auntie/) - A couple of weeks ago I was lucky enough to be invited to Reading for a chat on BBC Radio Berkshire. It was great fun being in a real studio and I managed not to insult too many friends and relations whilst on air. When delivering proclamations in the street it is all written down
- [Parallel Windsor 2023](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/parallel-windsor-2023/) - One of the very best things about being Town Crier is that you get invited to be a part of some really special events. None more so than on Sunday (02/07/23) when I was honoured to play a small part in Parallel Windsor 2023. I arrived to see a festival of brightly coloured tents by
- [Accession Proclamation](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/accession-proclamation/) - On the 11th September 2022 I was honoured to read the official Accession Proclamation in Windsor town centre. Embed from Getty Images To be honest, I was very surprised to be asked to do it. Nevertheless when the request came from the Mayor's office I had to say yes. On the day before the event
- [In praise of a bit of volume](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/in-praise-of-a-bit-of-volume/) - "Remember to use your inside voice". I hear that one quite a bit. It is often good advice for a crier, but not always. Being loud does sometimes have its benefits you know. Oyez, ladies and gentlemen, it's time to embrace the volume. First and foremost, being loud can be a great stress reliever. We
- [The power of the voice](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/the-power-of-the-voice/) - Town Criers know that not all words are equal. Especially when it comes to belting the words out loudly. Some words can be roared at maximum volume with comparative ease whereas other words are a struggle to project at anywhere near the same volume. I have been wondering why that is, so decided to investigate.
- [Ten signs that you would make a great Town Crier](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/ten-signs-that-you-would-make-a-great-town-crier/) - 1. If your close friends all seem to have gone prematurely hard of hearing. 2. If your first thought when looking at shoes in shop windows is that the buckles are too small. 3. If "polish my bell" doesn't sound like an innuendo to you. 4. If you can order a pint on a Saturday
- [HM the Queen's 90th Birthday](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/queens-birthday/) - On Wednesday 20th April 2016 Her Majesty came to Alexandra Park the day before her 90th birthday and I was asked to introduce the event to the invited audience. The next day was the birthday itself with a royal walkabout, 21 gun salute and flaming beacons on the Long Walk.
- [Maidenhead knows how to party - Lantern Parade 2016](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/maidenhead-knows-party/) - I had a lovely Saturday evening in Maidenhead town centre on the 10th December at the Norden Farm Lantern Parade. Close to 500 people took to the streets to follow a Samba band through town. Everyone carried beautifully crafted handmade lanterns, illuminating the procession to create an ever changing glowing ribbon of light. It really
- [Lions in Maidenhead High Street](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/lions-maidenhead-high-street/) - Yesterday's Chinese New Year was celebrated in Maidenhead with a dance by five traditional Chinese Lions. The Dancers from the local Eagle Claw Kung Fu group herded their Lions up and down Maidenhead's high street in a loud, colourful acrobatic display that brought out a large crowd of onlookers from the local community. There was a
- [Oyez the Criers are coming](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/oyez-the-criers-are-coming/) - Oyez, Oyez, Oyez For Immediate Release The Town Criers are Coming to Windsor On Saturday 20th August more than 20 Criers will compete in Windsor town centre for the Platinum Jubilee Trophy. At 11.30am Mayor Christine Bateson will lead a noisy procession of criers from the Guildhall to the lawn beneath the Salisbury Tower on
- [Good to be back](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/good-to-be-back/) - After a long long absence it is great to be back on duty. I will be attending this weekend's Remembrance Event on Sunday (14th November) in Windsor High Street. Hope to see lots of familiar faces. The outdoor service will be held at the war memorial outside the Parish Church of St John the Baptist.
- [Town Crier Championships](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/town-crier-championships/) - On Saturday the 4th August 2018 The Town Crier Championships of the Ancient and Honourable Guild of Town Criers was held in Windsor. After a year of planning the day had finally arrived. I was worried that the heatwave would cause problems for the 40 or so criers from across the UK (and a couple from
- [A sunny day in Windsor](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/a-sunny-day-in-windsor/) - 21st April 2018 was very hot. The crowds were out in force and I delivered cries either side of the changing of the guard to inform everyone about the cannons being fired at noon to celebrate her majesty's birthday. In between there was a chance for a quick chat and do a little filming with
- [Twice the noise at Holyport.](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/twice-the-noise-at-holyport/) - When Bill Wallace, Town Crier of Lane Cove, New South Wales contacted me to say he was coming over from Australia to visit his family in the Royal Borough I was happy to agree to him joining me for a few events during the summer. Today was my first opportunity to see Bill in action
- [Why was the Town Crier important?](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/town-crier-important/) - Or, what can town criers of the past still teach us about marketing today? In days past (that's a beautifully non-specific phrase) almost every town had a paid crier whose job was to let the people know about important news. The definition of 'important' being things they wanted to know as well as things other people
- [Something special for 2018](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/competition-2018/) - An announcement On Saturday 4th August 2018 we will be holding a Town Crier Competition in Windsor. Members of the Ancient and Honourable Guild of Town Criers will descend on the Royal Borough on 4th August 2018 for a day of friendly competition in Windsor Town Centre to see who is the best crier on
- [1000 Jaguars](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/1000-jaguars/) - We had a great day in Windsor on Saturday with a procession of 250 Jaguar sports cars through the middle of town and another 800 Jags lined up down the Long Walk. The event was raising money for The Prince Phillip Trust which supports various local good causes. A huge thanks to all the owners
- [Halls for hire in Windsor](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/halls-for-hire-in-windsor/) - Here is the current list of community halls and similar venues in and around Windsor. If you wish to hire a venue, please contact them directly. I have listed the contact info where available below. Please don't call me to book a hall, I am only the Town Crier. The Guildhall Yes, you can hire
- [Holyport Fair](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/holyport-fair/) - I really enjoyed yesterday at Holyport fair. It was their 70th anniversary and the turnout felt like the biggest I've ever seen in the village. Activities included bowling for a pig (which was a feature of the very first Holyport fair), A coconut shy, a huge antique roundabout and a display of classic cars. The
- [Town Crier Cartoons](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/town-crier-cartoons/) - Here is a cruel but brilliant cartoon of a town crier. It was found on the back page of a copy of a children's book, "The history of Old Mother Hubbard and her dog" by Sarah Catherine Martin 1768-1826. I like the pocket details. I a series of Max Fleischer cartoons from the late 30s and
- [The dangers of being a town crier](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/town-crier-dangers/) - I had a dream last night that I shouted so loud that I made myself deaf. Is that even possible? When I woke this morning I came down and opened up my emails. Almost the first thing I read was about Dickie Fletcher, the crier of Bridlington in 1827 who died whilst carrying out his duties. Apparently,
- [Welsh Guards perform Don't stop me now in Windsor High Street](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/welsh-guards-perform-dont-stop-me-now-in-windsor-high-street/) - This video was filmed at the State Visit of the President of the UAE a couple of weekends ago. The band of the Welsh Guards were on blistering form. It sounded fantastic and the soloist (at 2 minutes 36 seconds) deserved a medal for his performance. Carry on watching. After the song finishes the filmmaker
- [Battle of Britain Commemoration Service](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/battle-of-britain-commemoration/) - I have just been invited to assist at one of the Battle of Britain Sunday Civic Services which will take place at both Windsor Parish Church and St Mary's Church, Maidenhead on Sunday 15 September 2013 at 11.00 am. The Mayor Cllr Andrew Jenner will be attending the service in Maidenhead and the Deputy Mayor, Councillor
- [Bright Ideas day](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/bright-ideas-day/) - A real treat of a job this morning, Meeting legendary broadcaster Sir Michael Parkinson and announcing the winners of the Council's Bright Ideas challenge. Three borough residents were awarded prizes for their ideas to benefit borough residents. Third place was Karen Appleton of Windsor who was commended for her Walk Wise Idea of installing
- [Mayor and mayoress' charity coffee morning](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/mayoress-coffee-morning/) - This morning I was in Maidenhead high street letting people know about the Mayor and Mayoress' charity coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. It was held in the Town Hall's Council Chamber and attracted a good crowd. When I finally went and got a cuppa for myself, I met Timmy Mallett, and we
- [Silenced at Hastings](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/national-championships-2013/) - Royal Borough town crier Chris Brown wins the 2013 national championship When I asked Andrew Scott at the council whether it would be OK for me to represent the borough in the National Town Crier Championships at Hastings he replied positively adding a playful message of "Make sure you bring back the "first prize"." So
- [Resonant in Rajasthan](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/resonant-rajasthan/) - I just got back from a short trip to India where I was lucky enough to be asked to perform a few cries for a private birthday party in Jodhpur. The party was a lavish affair at the Umaid Bhawan Palace, the former residence of His Highness the Maharajah. A stunning setting for a great
- [Sunninghill Victorian Street Fayre](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/sunninghill-victorian-fayre/) - I was kindly invited to lead the procession at the Sunninghill Street fayre on Sunday 17th November. This weekend was the first outing for the new hat, and I am really pleased with the result. Doug at Ascot Top Hats has been spending most of the summer experimenting with bits of fabric and leather in
- [Queues and Artichokes](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/queues-artichokes/) - This morning I spent a couple of hours in the town centre with the large crowds of visitors. The queue for the castle was as long as ever so I gave an impromptu history talk to the back of the queue to take their minds off the wait. Then we let some kids ring the
- [Hello again](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/hello/) - I was asked by Cllr Kellaway the Mayor to help out with a visit by a cub pack to the Town Hall in Maidenhead. When I arrived this evening it turned out it was the same cub pack from Windsor I had visited a few weeks ago. As i walked into the Town Hall I
- [Princes and Piglets at the WAHGA show 2015](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/princes-and-piglets-at-the-wahga-show-2015/) - This year's allotment association show was opened by former professional sprinter Marlon Devonish MBE who is himself a Windsor Allotment gardener. The Olympic gold medal winner who is soon to become a father joked with the crowd about the state of his allotment and his being unlikely to win any further trophies on this occasion.After
- [The Bandstand](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/the-bandstand/) - Last week I suffered from a bout of tonsillitis. Not the greatest thing for the Town crier. However by the weekend the penicillin was starting to take effect and on Sunday afternoon I went to Windsor's Alexandra Park to help out as master of ceremonies for the opening of the new bandstand.It was a beautifully
- [The excitement is building](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/the-excitement-is-building/) - Spent two hours with Windsor St George Rotarians today raising awareness of their free blood pressure checks. George the friendly dragon was out with us too, and frightened far fewer passers by, than I did. Thankfully most people weren't scared off by either of us and I got plenty of enquiries about the timetable for
- [A Right Royal Event](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/a-right-royal-event/) - "Chris, The Queen is on the phone!" I was astounded, then quickly a little disappointed to realise it was the Queen Charlotte Pub calling. However I quickly cheered up when I learned that John the Landlord wanted to know if I might be able to turn up for their launch night. I knew that John
- [Her Majesty the Queen](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/her-majesty-the-queen/) - She didn't want a big fuss made, but accepted that the milestone of becoming the nations longest serving monarch would be a note able event. I, along with about 150 other Town criers around the country prepared proclamations and at 5.30pm I was met by a small crowd and local press, outside Windsor Castle. The
- [Mayormaking 2015](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/mayormaking-2015/) - Last night the now former Mayor Richard Kellaway handed over duties to Eileen Quick. I was only needed for a short spell at the start of ceremonies and took the opportunity to get a great group photo with Richard, James Evans the Deputy mayor as well as David and Mark in their new Macebearer's liveries.
- [Spring is sprung again](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/spring-sprung/) - It's great to be back! There are few events to come out and shout about in January and February (and to be honest off season break is welcome, but on a sunny spring morning like yesterday's it was great to be one more in my livery, crying in the streets to raise awareness of the
- [Reindeer Parade 2014](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/reindeer-parade-2014/) - http://youtu.be/ZBBH_5612nM This years Reindeer Parade in Windsor seemed bigger than ever.
- [Santa Claus is running to town](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/santa-claus-running-town/) - I was honoured to be asked to start the Santa Dash in Windsor today. A crowd of a couple of hundred wonderful people gave up their Sunday to run 5km in aid of the Alexander Devine Childrens Hospice Appeal. Not only that, they did it dressed as Santa Claus! It was a fantastic site from
- [Second Boot Fitting](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/second-boot-fitting/) - Drove to Edmonton on Friday to check on the progress of my boots. The uppers were complete and before attaching the soles the boot maker Keith wanted to double check the fit. I am happy to report they fitted beautifully and so Keith will now attach the soles and post them over to Windsor. The
- [Bells and Boots](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/bells-and-boots/) - Went to London to get the town crier's bell's wobbly handle fixed. Whitechapel Bell Foundry (established 1440) have the actual wooden former they used to create 'Big Ben' 150 years ago, framing the inside of their front door. Also picked up a new shiny bell. Hessian Boots Then it was off to Edmonton to get
- [Maidenhead Zombie Walk](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/maidenhead-zombie-walk/) - Being town crier means being open to new ideas and joining in for the benefit of the community. Sometimes this leads me in strange new directions. None more so than last weekend when I was asked to deliver a proclamation for the start of the Maidenhead Zombie Walk. This is the second year of the
- [Second Trophy at Hastings](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/second-trophy-hastings/) - At Hastings National Town Crier Championships there are two trophies presented each year. Twelve months ago I was thrilled to win the Champion trophy, and this year I returned it, only to win the other one. On 18th October I was delighted to win the silver bowl for being the 'best dressed' crier. Of course
- [Windsor cubs in loud welcome](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/windsor-cubs-loud-welcome/) - I was asked to visit the 6th Windsor cub pack this week and received a very warm and very loud welcome. The boys and girls listened attentively to my potted history of town crying and then joined in enthusiastically as we ran a competition to see if any of them would make a good town
- [Shouting about Magna Carta ](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/shouting-magna-carta/) - We are heading toward a big anniversary next year. it will be 800 years since King John was forced to put his seal on Magna Carta at Runnymede. As part of the build up I was asked to help at Windsor's Guildhall on Saturday, telling people about the history of the document and its continuing
- [Town Crier Talks](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/town-crier-talks/) - I usually shout at earache inducing volumes but that wouldn't have been appropriate at the weekend when I visited the residents of a care home near Marlow. I had been asked to come and give a talk on being the town crier and was slightly apprehensive because this would be my first time delivering a
- [Commemorating the First World War Centenary ](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/first-world-war-centenary/) - The Mayor kindly gave me permission for a very different kind of town crier duty on the 4th August. from 10.00pm I stood watch at the Corn Exchange beneath the Guildhall, Windsor tending a single candle, lit in remembrance of all those who suffered in the Great War of 1914-1918. For an hour I waited,
- [Second Place...again](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/second-place/) - I went to Warwick at the weekend to represent the Royal Borough in a Town Crier Competition. Despite the rain 20 or so criers processed through the streets of the the town ringing our bells and then got down to the serious business of competing to find out which of us could perform the loudest,
- [Irish State Visit](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/irish-state-visit/) - An historic day as President Michael D Higgins become the first head of state of the Republic of Ireland to make a full state ceremonial visit to the UK. Her majesty Queen Elizabeth II welcomed the President at Windsor on Datchet Road and a full cavalcade drove up to the castle. I was out from
- [Queen unveils statue](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/queen-unveils-statue/) - Three announcements made at Windsor town centre urging people to head down to the King's Road roundabout where Her Majesty would shortly be unveiling the new 'Windsor Greys' statue. We then walked down the long walk and joined the crowd to watch the Queen, Prince Phillip and Prince William arrive, welcomed by the Mayor and
- [Charity Fundraiser ](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/charity-fundraiser/) - I was lucky to be asked by the Mayoress to help with the Mayoral Couple's charity variety gala on March 22 at the Desborough Suite in Maidenhead Town Hall. The show comprised lots of local acts performing song, dance and comedy numbers in order to raise money for three local good causes. These were the Maidenhead
- [Ancient finds on display](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/ancient-finds-display/) - At Windsor's Guildhall a new exhibition of finds from the Wessex Archaeology excavation in nearby Horton went on show today. The Neolithic, Bronze age, Iron Age and Roman artefacts will be on display in Windsor town centre for the next 12 months. I spent the morning in town, handing out fliers about the finds and
- [Sore throat relief and vocal chord tips](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/sore-throat-relief-vocal-tips/) - A year of making town crier proclamations has taught me to be a lot more careful of my vocal chords. Sore throats and the prospect of losing your voice are two fears all town criers face. Thankfully there is lots to do to ensure you don't end up being struck dumb. The best advice I
- [Reindeer Parade](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/reindeer-parade/) - I have just seen some of the cracking photos taken by Mark Kerrison at Windsor's Reindeer Parade on 7th December 2013 He has captured the atmosphere of the day very well. Take a look at lots more photos from this year's Reindeer Parade which ran from the top of Castle Hill, down St Alban's Street, Up
- [Christmas Lights](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/christmas-lights/) - I was lucky enough to be asked to play a small role in both the Windsor and Maidenhead Christmas Lights switch on events over the last two weekends. Windsor's event included a lantern procession and carols by the castle and appearances from a range of talented performers. It had a lovely atmosphere and felt very
- [What a weekend, what a week!](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/weekend-week/) - This weekend was something special. Nicola and I had spent last Wednesday learning some basic willow weaving as we helped finish off the coronation arches at the top of the long walk. This weekend we were invited to Saturday's opening ceremony and I was asked to assist in the proceedings in my role as town
- [Bellman and Billman](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/bellman-billman/) - I saw this picture in a copy of "Vagabondiana" OR, ANECDOTES OF ITINERANT TRADERS THROUGH THE STREETS OF LONDON, IN ANCIENT AND MODERN TIMES. VOLUME II. BY JOHN THOMAS SMITH. London: J. B. NICHOLS AND SON. 1839. The bellman/billman (the bill being the long hooked stick used to pull down thatch in the
- [Tom Brown's saves the day](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/tom-browns-saves-the-day/) - This morning, following a great weekend at Ascot I noticed a missing button on my livery. Tomorrow I am due to be with the Mayor to celebrate the 40th Birthday of Maidenhead Library, and these big gold buttons cant be bought at just any local haberdashery. Thankfully a quick visit to Tom Brown Tailors in
- [Ascot family fun day was a great success](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/ascot-family-fun-day/) - Yesterday's Family Fun Day, as part of the Betfair weekend at Ascot Racecourse was given a boost by the weather. Warm and sunny but with a good breeze to stop everyone from overheating, thousands of families from all over the country turned up to enjoy a funfair, the chance to meet Peppa Pig and Thomas
- [Windsor Celebrates the Arrival of a New Prince](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/windsor-celebrates-the-arrival-of-a-new-prince/) - This morning I was in town celebrating with the rest of Windsor the happy news of the arrival of a new member of the Royal Family. The Duchess of Cambridge gave birth on Monday 22 July to a baby boy at 4.24 pm who weighed in at a very healthy 8lb 6oz. "Oyez Oyez Oyez
- [Busy Saturday Coming Up](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/busy-saturday-coming-up/) - This coming Saturday I will be in Windsor Peascod Street at 10.00am, Maidenhead High street at 1.00pm and then Holyport Village Green at 2.00pm. The Windsor appearance is to help let shoppers know about the fun day event on Bachelor's Acre. Then it is off to Maidenhead to let people know about the afternoon's fun
- [1828 London Crier](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/london-crier-1828/) - I found this extract from the 1828 printing of 'City Scenes' by William Darton Well, here is the Bellman and Crier, calling the attention of the people to a description of a child that has been lost. The number of children who have at times been stolen from their homes, has caused great alarm to
- [Old Windsor Carnival](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/old-windsor-carnival-2013/) - At the weekend I had the honour of leading the Old Windsor Carnival through the village. It was pretty hot when I arrived, but compared to the brilliant (and slightly insane) Wood family who had dressed up as if they were about to conquer the South Pole, my town crier livery seemed perfect for the
- [St George's Day proclamation](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/st-georges-day-2013/) - 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
- [The Shakespeare connection.](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/the-shakespeare-connection/) - We all know that Wm. Shakespeare wrote a play set in our borough, namely "The Merry Wives of Windsor". What I find particularly good is that in act five, scene five of the play the following line appears. "Crier hobgoblin, makes the fairy oyes". The line is spoken to some Windsor folk who have disguised
- [Are you the King?](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/are-you-the-king/) - I was out and about in Windsor yesterday afternoon and took a tour of the Guildhall for some visitors to the museum. There was a family from Thailand on the tour and according to my colleague Louisa, the two young children thought I was the King (there are pictures of the King everywhere in their
- [South of England Town Crier Competition](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/south-of-england-competition/) - I spent Bank Holiday Monday in Dorset, competing in the South of England Town Crier Competition, organised by my namesake Chris Brown, the Wimborne Minster town crier. The day started with a procession through town escorted by the local militia and a youth marching band. There were 17 of us in full livery, ringing our bells and stopping the
- [Windsor celebrates 100 years of Moorcroft Pottery](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/100-years-moorcroft/) - Today the Moorcroft Pottery celebrated a centenary of craft pottery production with an exhibition at Windsor's Guildhall. A display of colourful pots in the unmistakable Moorcroft style was on display upstairs and visitors could meet the designers, painters and skilled craftsmen and women who still make these lovely works by hand in the UK. Antiques expert Eric
- [State Visit](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/state-visit/) - I was in Windsor today for the State Visit of The President of the United Arab Emirates. Didn't do any proclamations, but spent a lot of time meeting and greeting visitors. There was a brilliant atmosphere and the soldiers were turned out in style. Best moment was when someone from South America (I think) earnestly
- [World Book Night](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/world-book-night/) - I was helping out earlier this week informing people about World Book Night where we encourage people to read. The staff from the Borough Libraries worked brilliantly to organise the event and engage with the general public. My role, (naturally enough) was to loudly proclaim about the event and encourage people to come and pick
- [Twinning Committee Event](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/twinning-committee-event/) - 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
- [Twin Town Crier helps keep the beer flowing](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/twin-town-crier/) - I was researching (alright procrastinating) yesterday and found a great nugget of information on a German website. It reported that in our twin town of Goslar, they definitely used to have town criers and one of their roles was to help ensure the purity of the beer the town brewed. To do this, the crier would
- [Getting the message across](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/getting-the-message-across/) - 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
- [Town Crier's Neckwear](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/town-criers-neckwear/) - Well this is turning int a learning experience. The frilly thing worn around the neck is called a Jabot. I only know this because the Mayor told me. They evolved from the frilly lace edging on shirts of the seventeenth century. One story is that they became a political mark of allegiance during the civil
- [Hat fitting](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/hat-fitting/) - Firstly it became clear yesterday that I have a strange shaped head. I visited Ascot Top Hats where the brilliant and irrepressible Doug Simpson placed this top-hat shaped contraption head to measure its exact shape. The big heavy wood and brass machine, itself a stunning piece of victoriana, punches pinholes in a card which show the hatter
- [More gold for Town Crier's livery](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/more-gold-for-town-criers-livery/) - After a great weekend in Windsor the consensus was 'the more gold the better' and so the new RBWM town crier's livery has gone back to Tom Brown's the tailors in Eton for some additional bling. David Coulthard, owner of the store that has been servicing the local community from the same premises at 1
- [Sunshine brings visitors to Windsor](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/sunshine-in-windsor/) - 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
- [Thumbs up for the new Town Crier's costume](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/thumbs-up-for-the-new-town-criers-costume/) - I was taking a guided walking tour round Eton for a school tour group this week. As we were passing Tom Brown's the tailors we decided to stop by so they could get a look at the new town crier's costume. After lots of hard work designing and tailoring my livery it was really good to
- [More detailed ideas](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/more-detailed-ideas/) - Last night I dreamt about coats and waistcoats. Woke with my head spinning. Had to get up and put it all down on paper just so I could get back to sleep.
- [The first part of my livery arrives](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/first-part-of-livery/) - The first part of my livery arrived in the post today. Looking at other town criers and watching the Remembrance Sunday parades last week I noticed that every dress uniform seems to include white gloves. I looked about online and got a proper pair of cotton gloves as worn by ... practically everyone in a
- [First Appearance](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/first-appearance/) - 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
- [Easter Sunday Procession 2013](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/easter-sunday-2013/) - 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
- [The new livery arrives](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/the-new-livery-arrives/) - Today was a very exciting day for me. After much hard work my town crier livery is finally ready. Well, what can I say. It was well worth the wait and looks absolutely great. The detailing and stitching that has gone in into this has made it something I will always treasure. A huge thank
- [RBWM Coat of Arms badge](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/rbwm-coat-of-arms-badge/) - The badge featuring the RBWM Coat of Arms arrived this morning. This will be sewn onto the cape of the Town Crier's costume. Sadly this photo doesn't even begin to do justice to just how stunningly good the badge looks. It was made by hand and has a real 3D quality with a mix of thread
- [Global Town Crier](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/global-town-crier/) - I took a look at the web stats for this site and was astounded to see that visitors from across the whole world have come to the website in the last few weeks. Aside from expected visits from locals (Maidenhead, Windsor etc) there have been visits from as far away as: Calgary Sydney Belleville Toronto
- [First letter of thanks](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/first-letter-of-thanks/) - 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
- [Scroll making](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/scroll-making/) - I have been putting the town crier's scroll together. A broom handle cut into thirds (two bits needed plus one for if I make any big mistakes) seems the right size. For finials, I got four small wooden door knobs from Majacks on Dedworth Rd, Windsor. A bit of wood glue and masking tape to
- [Extra fiddly bits](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/extra-fiddly-bits/) - When planning a crier's costume, there are almost infinite opportunities for additional embellishments Doug the wonderful hat maker suggested a new one the other day that I particularly like. He showed me a picure of a cape clasp which was worn as part of police uniforms until as recently as the 1950s. The lion's heads can
- [The coat takes shape](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/the-coat-takes-shape/) - On Saturday I went to Tom Brown's in Eton for a fitting. The owner, David has been busy and wanted to check that the first cut of the coat was accurate. At this stage it is a somewhat alarming bright purple robe covered in chalk lines. I tried it on and immediately thought I could
- [Location Location Location](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/location-location-location/) - 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
- [Refurbished Bell arrives](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/refurbished-bell-arrives/) - I got a nice big parcel this morning from the Whitechapel Bell Foundry. Inside was the Maidenhead Town Crier's bell, fully refurbished. A new clapper, and handle and the words 'refurbished 2013' on the ferule. It sounds better than ever, looks great and best of all is not going to fly off the handle and
- [Local Tailors](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/local-tailors/) - Got talking to local tailors at the weekend. Tom Brown's have been at Number One, Eton High Street since 1784. They have a hidden back room that still retains the original wallpaper! The place is amazing. They have special uniforms that are over 100 years old that are still in use at Eton College.
- [First thoughts on becoming a town crier](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/first-thoughts-on-becoming-a-town-crier/) - Wow! What have I let myself in for? I was up against some stiff competition from the three other finalists and was so sure that one of the other applicants would get the role that I can hardly believe it has turned out to be me that got the job. I feel genuinely honoured and thrilled to
- [Mini media frenzy](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/mini-media-frenzy/) - Since my appointment was announced on 5th Nov 2012 the phone has hardly stopped ringing. Loads of journalists seeking quotes and a few radio interviews too. Had a great chat with Chris Brown, the Rock and Roll Town Crier from Wimborne Minster. He has been involved with both the Polyphonic Spree and The Flaming Lips, two of
- [My first thoughts about a livery](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/first-thoughts-about-livery/) - One of my first jobs as Windsor and Maidenhead's new Town Crier is to get kitted out in official town crier livery (the correct name for the costume worn by town criers). Having discussed colours for the new livery I would really like the Borough's purple to make an appearance in the design. After doing
- [The Maidenhead Bell](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/the-maidenhead-bell/) - The actual bell I ring is the old Maidenhead Town Crier's Bell which was last used in 1922. The present owner kindly donated it back to the new town crier so we are ressurecting a piece of local 19th Century heritage for the 21st Century. It is tuned to 'D' (according to my digital guitar

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- [Town Crier's Calendar of Events](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/events/) - Book the Town Crier for your event! Charities get Town Crier services for free. Private Businesses pay a (very reasonable) fee for the Town Crier's servicesContact me to check if I am free to attend your event. An ever growing list of events that I have been booked in for: 2026 14th November - King's
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- [Master of Ceremonies](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/formal-events/) - Toastmaster or Master of Ceremonies for weddings, formal dinners, banquets, garden parties, official receptions, private parties and other similar events in the Royal Borough. What people say: "It was a terrific evening! Thank you so much for being such an entertaining host" Mark McGuigan from Samsung, May 2023 "Chris was fantastic! Really added to
- [Windsor Santa Claus](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/windsor-santa-claus/) - If you need Santa Claus in Windsor, Maidenhead, Bracknell, Henley, etc, just call the town crier, who will ask the real Father Christmas whether he can help.
- [Town Crier and Local History Talks](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/town-crier-services/talks-about-town-criers/) - We had the absolute pleasure of hosting Chris for a tea & talk at Audley Retirement Village in Coopers Hill last week. He had lots of interesting stories to tell about his time as the Windsor Town Crier and delivered them in a charming and amusing manor, we honestly could have listened to him all
- [A Great Toastmaster for Windsor Weddings](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/town-crier-services/weddings-in-windsor/) - Weddings in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. For a Toastmaster with more flair, colour and fun on your special day, call the official Town Crier for the Royal Borough. Your town crier is a Master of Ceremonies who will ensure things run smoothly, will make everyone feel relaxed and will add an even greater sense of
- [The Town Crier Community](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/town-crier-community/) - There are more than 200 official criers in Britain and in general we are a friendly, supportive community who work together to enhance the role and help each other perform it to the best of our abilities. There are two guilds AHGTC and LCTC that criers can join, each with its own rules and regulations.
- [In the News](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/in-the-news/) - Press and media coverage featuring the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Town Crier. 12 Sept 2022 Proclamation of Accession Windsor 7th August 2018 - AHGTC Championships held at Windsor - Windsor and Eton Express 19th May 2018 - Chris Evans Royal Wedding Special on Radio 2 18th May 2018 - CTV (Canada) 18th May
- [Contact Me](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/contact-me/) - If you would like to speak to me about any aspect of the role of Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Town Crier, or to check my availability for your event, please get in touch Email: chris@windsortowncrier.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WindsorandMaidenheadTownCrier Alternatively you can leave a message on: 01753 854595 or 07969 926943 I am based in
- [About](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/about-town-criers/) - Chris Brown was appointed as Town Crier for the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead on 5th November 2012. His first official appearance was attending the reopening of the aptly named 'Bell' public house. Windsor and Maidenhead were joined together in the 1970s and at that time there was no Town Crier role in the
- [The RBWM Town Crier Livery](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/about-chris/rbwm-town-crier-livery/) - The Design The new royal borough's town crier's livery is loosely based on a coachman's coat of the late 18th century. The design itself was mainly the work of David Coulthard of Tom Brown's Tailors of Eton who worked together with Chris Brown the town crier to produce a unique outfit which is certain to
- [The Assize of Ale](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/ale-tasting-ceremony/) - One of the less well known roles of Town Criers past was to test the quality of local ales and wines. Medieval Sherrifs and later Town Mayors were legally obliged to ensure that publicans sold a good pint. This responsibility was delegated to the Town Crier who (often unwillingly) took on the role of 'Ale
- [History of Town Criers](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/about-town-criers/history-town-criers/) - The Cry A town crier always starts with "Oyez, Oyez, Oyez". The word Oyez does not mean 'oh yes' but comes from the French ouïr, which means "to hear". So it could be translated as simply 'Listen'. The correct pronunciation is with a silent 'z' . Phoentically it is written as (/ˈoʊjeɪ/) but is most clearly understood when written
- [Town Crier Livery](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/about-town-criers/town-criers-livery/) - Since each town crier's clothing is unique the word 'uniform' might not be appropriate, so I will talk about the town crier's livery. In the UK most criers opt for a livery of boots or buckled shoes, breeches, a waistcoat, greatcoat and a cockaded tricorn hat. This is basically the standard European dressing style that
- [Feedback](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/feedback/) - Hi again! I do hate to ask, but please could you write a short review that I could post here on my website? Good reviews help me to get more business while suggestions for improvement are really welcome too. Thank you in advance, it really means a lot to me.
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- [Town Crier Services](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/town-crier-services/) - Book the Official Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Town Crier for your event. Whatever your event Chris Brown, the Royal Borough Town Crier, can bring colour, style, humour and above all a big voice to your occasion helping to make it a fun and memorable day. Civic and Charitable Chris is available for events,
- [Scroll](https://www.windsortowncrier.com/about-town-criers/town-criers-livery/scroll/) - The scroll is part of the costume and no matter how much you try to decorate a clipboard, it simply will not have the same impact. However a scroll seems to be the only thing on planet earth that you cannot buy on t'internet. So, it llooks like I will have to make myself one.

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