16 February 2012

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East Grinstead Town Council is taking a leading role in preparations for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations to be held from 2nd – 5th June 2012. Town Councillors and representatives from town organisations are planning an exciting programme of events.

One of the highlights of this weekend will be a parade through East Grinstead on Sunday 3rd June in the afternoon. The route has to be finalised but is expected to pass along Moat Road, London Road and High Street, before finishing at East Court where other celebrations will be taking place including a vintage funfair, food, and music.

The parade will last approximately 1 hour. Participants will probably be asked to assemble at 12.30pm for a 1.30pm start. The parade will include vintage vehicles, schools, charities, bands, sports’ teams and organisations, youth groups and businesses. The town wants to capture some of the excitement of past events which brought everyone out to celebrate. The parade will consist of floats and walking groups. Alternatively, you can dance, cycle, push pushchairs, wheelchairs (or beds!). We want to showcase everything that is best about East Grinstead in this parade.

We now need to plan the details of this event and therefore need to know who wishes to take part in the parade. Please complete the tear-off slip in this letter and return it to Cllr. Dick Sweatman at East Grinstead Town Council. Alternatively you can email the information below to d.sweatman@eastgrinstead.gov.uk. Please reply by Friday 24th February.