The tale of Elizabeth I's visit to Corby was brought to lifeThe tale of Elizabeth I's visit to Corby was brought to life
The tale of Elizabeth I's visit to Corby was brought to life

Pole Fair pageant sees Corby Business Academy students tell historical tale of Queen Elizabeth's charter

The crowds were wowed by the amazing performance

Hundreds gathered to watch Corby Business Academy students put on a spectacular pageant bringing to life the story of Corby’s charter.

The pupils told the tale of how Elizabeth I had an accident in woodland near Corby and was rescued by villagers. She later granted a charter to the village.

The play is from an original script by Elspeth Robb, written in 1947.

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