The date of one of Helston’s annual and much-loved traditions will be moved this year to avoid clashing with Flora Day.
Beating the Boundaries is a tradition which has been upheld in Helston since the charter of Queen Elizabeth in 1585 and continues to take place every year across the town.
The unusual but popular tradition involves a sod of turn being cut and placed on top of the granite stone marker, members of the group are then lifted one by one into a horizontal position before having their heads gently banged on the turf-covered stone three times.
Each year, councillors, members of the public and children from Helston primary schools take part in the tradition.
The Beating of the Boundaries traditionally is held on Ascension Eve, however this year it will fall on Flora Day. To avoid clashing, the event was suggested to be held the following week.
RNAS Culdrose, which has provided transport across the base to the relevant boundary stones and has provided hospitality for those taking part for many years has said that the suggested date wouldn’t be suitable due to commitments on base and suggested an alternative date of Wednesday, May 22.
At Helston Town Council’s latest full meeting, councillors discussed the proposed date from Culdrose and agreed it will be held on Wednesday, May 22.
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