Higham Ferrers Bedesmen celebrate Bedesday
The Bedesmen & Bedeslady of Higham Ferrers along with special guests join Rev Mother Louise for the annual Bedesday
On December 19 at Higham Ferrers Chantry Chapel The 12 Bedesmen led by Prior Stuart Wilby and Bedeslady Marion Knott were joined by Deputy Lord lieutenant Gary Liburd & his wife along with the Town Clerk Alicia Schofield for their annual service of St Thomas held by Rev Mother Louise.
This was followed by a traditional roast beef lunch in the Bede House served by the United Charities committee.
Henry Chichele, born in Higham Ferrers and an Archbishop of Canterbury, first appointed Bedesman in 1423 who lived in the Bede House and were looked after by the Bedeswoman.
Many thanks to all who kindly donated and to everyone who help organise so as to keep this annual historic event going.