Hethersett: BGT magician taking part in Coronation event

Hethersett Parish Council has teamed up with Taylor Wimpey East Anglia to invite the community to join in with the nations celebration.  

It is hoped the event - on Monday May 8 between 12-6pm at the Village Hall and adjoining field in Back Lane - will bring neighbours together to celebrate this momentous occasion while making connections with people in the area.  

The King's Coronation gives the nation an additional Bank Holiday on May 8. Picture - PA Wire/PA Images (Image: PA Wire/PA Images)

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The big community picnic, where families are welcome to bring a blanket and a teddy bear will also feature a live band, a magician, Sam the Magic Man – seen on Britain's Got Talent.  

The Parish Councils event will take place on Monday May 8 (Image: Hethersett Parish Council)

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As well as this there will also be activities such as a face painting stall.  

For the adults there is a fully licensed bar, as well as refreshment stalls, rolled ice cream, and crepe wagons. 

As well as many opportunities to opt to volunteer within the community following the event.  

Tickets are free but are limited to four per booking – with just a limited number available it is important to book in advance.  

To book tickets, click here.  

Caroline Carter, of Taylor Wimpey East Anglia, the main sponsor of the event, said: “At Taylor Wimpey, we are proud to support events that bring communities together and celebrate important milestones, so we are thrilled to sponsor this event to commemorate the King’s Coronation.  

“We believe in fostering strong relationships with the communities we operate in, and we are delighted to be part of this joyous occasion. 

“It is our hope that this event will bring together neighbours and friends to create lasting memories within the area.”