| Where: | Lichfield, Staffs at the Guildhall in Bore Street and in city centre streets |
| When: | Spring Bank Holiday Monday |
| Time: | 10.30am onwards with Coronation at 12 noon |
A Court of Arraye is an inspection of armed forces and it’s been happening at Lichfield for centuries ; its origin lies in medieval times when the locals were obliged by law to defend their city with whichever weapons were at hand. Today the Mayor and civic officials check out the preparedness to defend the city of a group of soldiers in armour in a humorous rather than rigorous ceremony; this takes place inside the Guildhall and following this the party join the Bower Procession through the streets. Expect carnival floats, musicians, dancers and the Bower Queen with her entourage, and morris dancers holding aloft the Bower greenery. The coronation takes place at noon outside the Guildhall and during the afternoon there are entertainments and competitions in Beacon Park. Highlights include a scruffs dog show, stunts, a funfair and a wide variety of music.
Helpful Hints
Space inside the Guildhall is limited so arrive early – admission is free. The route for the procession is shown in the Bower programme which is available online (click Bower link below) with full details of all the events on offer and parking options.
In 2024 it should be on Monday 27th May.
Click here for the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LichfieldBowerOfficial/
Click here for more info: https://www.lichfield.gov.uk
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