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Every year, since 1984, there is a rally and picnic on Church Green in front of the Strike School to commemorate the first rally in 1914, the opening of the School in 1917 and the work of the Higdons. The Rally is held on the first Sunday in September and is an opportunity to hear speeches by trade union leader, politicians, and activists in the Labour movement. Union branches bring their banners and there is a march around "the candlestick" to commemorate the childrens' original march in 1914. The green is covered with stalls selling all manner of goods and promoting the holders' ideas and services. There is also a refreshment tent where beer, sandwiches and burgers are served and you can listen to live bands or meet with friends. It is a really fun day. Past speakers include: Tony Benn. Jack Boddy, Ron Todd, Joan Maynard, Jimmy Knapp, Bill Morris, Barry Leathwood, Rodney Bickerstaffe, Jack Jones, Tony Banks, Bruce kent, Dennis Skinner, John Prescott, Arthur Scargill, Doug McAvoy, John Monks, Ken Livingstone, Ian Gibson, Glennys Kinnock, Tam Dalyell, John Edmunds, and many many more.
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Why not make a date in your diary for the first Sunday in September and come to Burston; we would be delighted to see you. Turn up around 11am, and bring your banners for the march. For a small charge you can have a stall, bring your own table etc and arrive at 9am or earlier and enjoy the day. There is plenty of free parking or you could hire a coach and bring a few friends. |
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