Plough Sunday

This usually takes place on the second Sunday in January.  This event is to wish all those in the farming industry good fortune for the forthcoming year.  It is well attended by the farming community and those involved with the industry.  A church service is held at St Mary Magdalene Parish Church where traditionally the young farmers will carry a milk churn and old plough to be blessed at the altar.  Before the service, guests will gather in the Ballroom and be welcomed by the Civic Party at 10.15am.  A procession will be formed, which will then make its way to the Parish Church.  After the service a reception is held in the Ballroom, where the President of the NFU and the Mayor each give a speech.