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Gweek Band Week 2009
Band Sunday -
Once again we presented a feast of local brass band music in traditional Cornish
style. Unfortunately the weather was not co-
Nevertheless a large audience enjoyed a fabulous programme of music starting with Indian Queens Silver Band followed by Gweek Silver Band and then the award winning Helston Town Band, each performing a selection from their varied repertoire..
The concert culminated in a Grand Finale with massed bands totalling over 70 players.
Some highlights from last years outstanding concert are shown below.
Mr John Hitchens conducts Helston Town Band Mr Willoughby King with Breage Silver Band Gweek Silver Band marching to the Gala Field
All three bands perform for the Grand Finale as a massed band of around 70 players
Pig Roast -
A traditional spit roast over an open fire took place in Gweek Gala Field. As usual, the slow cooking by our local experts was outstanding and the prestigious first slice was auctioned off at 7:00pm. In addition to the spit roast, teas, coffees, cakes and other refreshments were available.
A very high quality of musical entertainment was once again provided by Helston Junior Band under the baton of Mr Busby, and country sports such as children's races, sheaf pitching and tug of war took place throughout the evening.
Tom clears out his toy teddy drawer at last!! Rick Stein without his wig!
Duck Race and Barbecue Thursday 30th July
The Annual Duck Race and Barbecue took place at the Gweek River.
Bill checks each duck is registered. Race start is supervised by official Race stewards at finishing post
