Buxton flies the flag for the Commonwealth

The Commonwealth flag is flying in Buxton this week as part of a worldwide celebration.
By The Newsroom
Published 13th Mar 2017, 10:28 BST
Updated 24th Mar 2017, 09:52 BST
High Peak Mayor George Wharmby and community representatives at the flag-raising in the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, to mark 'Fly a Flag for the Commonwealth' day.High Peak Mayor George Wharmby and community representatives at the flag-raising in the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, to mark 'Fly a Flag for the Commonwealth' day.
High Peak Mayor George Wharmby and community representatives at the flag-raising in the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, to mark 'Fly a Flag for the Commonwealth' day.

The flag was raised near the bandstand in the Pavilion Gardens on Monday to mark Commonwealth Day.

High Peak Mayor George Wharmby read out the Commonwealth Affirmation, while prayers were led by The Rector of Buxton, John Hudghton, in his final civic engagement of his ministry here. Numerous community representatives were also in attendance.

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