Walk the Plank has crowned a summer of spectacular events by producing its largest ever processions as part of the Preston Guild 2012 celebrations.

“The collaboration between an enormous number of different organisations and groups has been incredible,” Ellie Turner, project director for the company, said. “This is the largest parade project we have ever worked on and it has been a resounding success, connecting the people of Preston with their city and each other.”

More than 20,000 people took part in four Guild processions over one week, marking a tradition that started in 1179 and is celebrated every 20 years. 

 

Walk the Plank has crowned a summer of spectacular events by producing its largest ever processions as part of the Preston Guild 2012 celebrations.

“The collaboration between an enormous number of different organisations and groups has been incredible,” Ellie Turner, project director for the company, said. “This is the largest parade project we have ever worked on and it has been a resounding success, connecting the people of Preston with their city and each other.”

More than 20,000 people took part in four Guild processions over one week, marking a tradition that started in 1179 and is celebrated every 20 years.