100 Not Out!

Wednesday night (10th August) marked The Old Gray Mare’s 100th birthday.
In a change from tradition she led the 2011 Carnival possession. A very proud moment for all associated with Uncle Tom Cobley.

The old girl looked resplendent… decked out in balloons, banners, flashing lights, and a birthday hat. Although the latter was pulled early on – she maybe 100 years old, but she still has a certain amount of street cred to maintain!

The Birthday Girl was received with cheers and applause as she made her way to seaside, past the impressive Uncle Tom tribute at the top of the village and a low set of hanging flags further down. Thanks go to a certain Mr Chadwick for allowing us rite of passage.

On arrival at our destination we were greated by a massive crowd of excited revellers and a ticker tape finale. What better way to celebrate your centenary. Roll on the next 100 years!

Riders on this historic day were: Gerald Walters, Darren Smallridge, Norman Sanders, John Webber, Mark Sanders, Kevin Irwin, and Graham Rice.

Ground Crew were: Sue Muir, Sarah Rumson, Josh Rumson, Matthew Rumson, Will Smallridge, Erin Smallridge, Rachel and Jasmine Jayaprakash.

All were escourted by 2 very smart horses riden by Maria Johns and friend.

Combe Martin Carnival, 2011, a photo by Uncle Tom Cobley on Flickr.

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