Mayor of Basingstoke puts tea party in a box

Mayor wants to hear from couples celebrating special wedding anniversaries

Author: Jonathan RichardsPublished 19th Feb 2021

The Mayor of Basingstoke is calling on couples celebrating their golden and diamond wedding anniversaries to get in touch.

The Mayor traditionally hosts a tea party but due to covid restrictions wants to send out afternoon tea boxes instead.

To ensure couples still have a memorable celebration, an afternoon tea box created by Basingstoke College of Technology students, will be delivered to couples’ homes on 18 or 19 March 2021 to mark the special occasion.

Cllr Taylor said: "Golden and diamond anniversaries are very special milestones in a couple’s life together.

“Even though we won’t be able to celebrate in person this year, I would like to offer my good wishes to all couples who are marking this milestone around the borough.

“If you or anyone you know have their golden or diamond anniversary between 20 May 2020 and 21 May 2021, then please let us know so we can get in touch.”

Please contact the Mayoral Events Coordinator Zoe at email mayor@basingstoke.gov.uk before Wednesday 10 March 2021.

For more information, visit www.basingstoke.gov.uk/mayors-reception

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