Hundreds of Sutton residents came out to enjoy the sun, music and dancing as they celebrated the King's Coronation.
The Sutton Coronation Street party was organised by a small number of dedicated volunteers.
These were mainly from the Sutton Feast committee, but also, from the other groups involved, 1st Sutton Scouts, St.Andrews Church/Nellies Community Café & W.I., Friends of Sutton School, Sutton Timebank, Bowls Club, Conservative Club, and numerous volunteers to help out on the day.
David Smith, chair of Sutton Feast, said: "Sutton Feast had been planning for the Coronation for several years, gradually building up funds, through the events we run, even prior to Covid, we had a skeleton of ideas for the Coronation, to carry on the tradition in Sutton of a Street party for major Royal landmark events.
"Covid had put a stop to all events everywhere, but thankfully things were able get back to some sort of normality in time for the Jubilee last year, which was very successful and well received in the village so we had a standard to live up to.
"With some support from Sutton Parish Council, and local businesses, MLH Transport for the trailer/stage and Latta Loo Hire for the toilets we were able to make this a free event for the village, starting off at 12 noon with the Panic Steel Band, Sutton Masque Morris Dance team, Josh Rhodes, a local singer, Fen Blow, Ceilidh band, and the finale of Max Headroom.
"Tombola stalls, information about the upcoming Colour Blast Run, The Scouts BBQ, The Cream teas, The “Festival Tent” for younger party goers, free facepainting all added to the party atmosphere, in the High Street.
There was also a small collection of vintage vehicles on display, including 2 vintage Ferguson Tractors, Volvo 244, Vauxhall Chevette, Range Rover, Morris Pick up, 2 Ford Capri’s, A 1963 Morris 1000 Police Car, a bomb disposal Land Rover, Military vehicles, but possibly pride of place was taken by a pair of Iconic Aston Martin DB6 and E-Type Jaguar, there was also a street organ, a collection of self made miniature engines and vintage toys.
Glorious weather greeted those attending, and shade from the sun was sought, not rain as was feared the day before.
Music and dance came from the Morris team, and people were able to get involved in the Ceilidh or throw some shapes to Max Headroom.
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