Walton-on-the-Hill May Pageant / 19th May 2012

A fun family day out, come rain or shine, well supported by residents of Walton-on-the-Hill and the surrounding areas of Tadworth, Kingswood and Epsom.

Walton-on-the-Hill May Pageant Day & Fayre begins early in the morning when the local shopkeepers and residents on the Procession Route decorate their premises to the Procession Theme. 

Young’s Brewery dray arrives at the assembly point outside The Blue Ball and the colourful Procession sets off for the Fayre Green at 2pm, led by the fancy dress ponies followed by the dray carrying the May Queen and her Attendants.

Over 30 groups take part in the Procession to the Fayre Green including The Town Crier, local schools and clubs plus other attractions such as the Harley Davidson bike club.

On arrival at the Fayre Green the TS Glorious Band lead the new May Queen into the Arena for the Crowning Ceremony while the local press take photographs.

After the crowning the Arena Programme begins, comprising several acts: Maypole Dancing by the 1st Walton on the Hill Brownie Pack, a performance by Bramley Performing Arts, songs from St. Peter's Choir and Fleur Johnson, Epsom Martial Arts Display, Pom Pom Cheerleaders, Raffle Draw, Fun Dog Show, and Terrier Racing - see the pictures here.

Outside the Arena the Fayre is in full swing with Craft and Charity Stalls, refreshments (tea tent, BBQ and beer tent, ice cream vans, sweet crepe van, candy floss, popcorn and chips), entertainment (free face painting, roundabout rides, Rifle Range, Western Town, Pony Rides to name only a few), and, not forgetting, the portable loos!

Walton-on-the-Hill May Pageant Day closes with music by DJ El Rocco from 5.30 to 6.30pm. Phew!

A special mention goes to David Green from Easylogs for sponsoring our podium and supplying and siting our publicity banners.