After the square was checked and then checked again, the proceedings moved to Western Street for the Easter bonnet prossesion from the Grosvenor Tavern to Bedford tavern in front of the Mayor.
The 20 contestants (and one dog) were cheered on their way by a crowd of around 100 well wishers. The children s competition was so hard to judge that a tie was declared and all children received a prize.
The adult competition was just as hard and the outright winners were one man and his dog (John and Princess).
After the Mayor took her leave, the customary drag and spoon race then took place with no clear winner being announced before retiring to the either of the two supporting taverns for refreshment.
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