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Event: 'Diamond Jubilee Celebrations' Print
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Date: Saturday, June 02, 2012 - 9:00 am
Duration: 7 Hours
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Yate Heritage Centre, Church Road, Yate, Bristol BS37 5BG. Tel: 01454 862200
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Yate & Heritage Heritage Centre supported by Yate Town Council and Engage are hosting the Yate Diamond Jubilee Celebrations. The day will have a clear 1950s theme throughout and take place on St Mary's Green in the historic heart of Yate.

There will be traditional entertainment through the day including Westerleigh Brass Band,  the Panama Jazz Band, 1950s storytelling plus some contemporary dance from St Paul's School. 

Between 2pm and 3pm there will be a free 1950s style Sports Day for children of different ages with traditional events.

At 3pm there will be a wonderful 1950s free street party for children up to 12 with 1950s style food and refreshments.   

Throughout the day there will also be an historic jubilee display and film showings of past celebrations and the Coronation.

Also, stalls & numerous family activities.

Grand Jubilee prize raffle draw in the afternoon with star prizes.

Evening barn dance at 7.30pm at the Quarry Club off Wickwar Road, the Ridge - Tickets £10 available in advance from the Yate Heritage Centre. 

 

 



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