NESTON Female Society hosted their 208th procession, after having missed the event for the past two years due to the pandemic.
People came out to support the procession, with Neston’s ladies and girls above the age of five walking the streets in the parade.
Many describe a sense of pride and community spirit when speaking about the event.
Ladies Day in Neston. A tradition started in 1814, a Female Friendly Society for mutual support of wives and widows of soldiers and sailors involved in the Napoleonic wars. Still a great community day out. pic.twitter.com/hQjW12GFCc
— Chris Proudman (@cproudman) June 2, 2022
Local leaders such as MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, Justin Madders and Leader of Cheshier West and Chester Council, Louise Gittins came to the heavily anticipated procession.
Fabulous afternoon in #Neston for ladies club day, a very special jubilee parade @justinmadders @windymillar2 pic.twitter.com/LM3EhQKTLq
— louise gittins 🌈🌹🇺🇦🌈 (@weezegee) June 2, 2022
Newly appointed Mayor of Neston, Pat Kynaston, who is also a member of the female society, along with Neston Town Councillor Steve Wastell, also walked in the parade.
Live music entered the crowds from the stage at The Cross, put together by community company, Hip & Harmony.
At The Cross, there were blessings and hymns, and the crowd sang the UK national anthem, as the procession happened during the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
The pipe band led the array of flowers to the Royal British Legion, where those taking part in the procession could enjoy an afternoon tea.
Sue Bostock wrote online: "Wonderful annual event that keeps Neston on the map. Beautiful pictures. Everyone looks gorgeous."
Sarah Quayle added: "So lovely to see our community events coming to life again this year."
Ian Stead said: "Good to see the day back and people out enjoying the event."
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