Wateringbury Drum and Fife Band's Tatoo (1907)

Post date: Feb 04, 2012 4:59:43 PM

The Wateringbury parish magazine of September 1907 reported yet another event held in the grounds of Wateringbury Place.

An illuminated Tattoo was given by the Wateringbury Drum and Fife Band, and Boys of the School on Tuesday evening, August 27th, in Wateringbury Park, by the kind permission of Sir George Donaldson.

The evening was delightfully cool and dark, without any wind, and most favourable for the performance. The band played several well-known airs, amongst which were "Red, White and Blue," "See the Conquering Hero," "Honours Divided," and "Dulce Donum." More than 40 boys, each carrying a pair of lanterns suspended from a T- shaped pole, marched and countermarched, forming squares and circles,figures of 8 and the royal initials E.R. Mr. Chatfield played the " First and Last Post" bugle calls. There was a good attendance and the performance was much enjoyed.

Lady Donaldson at the close entertained all the young performers to light refreshment. The proceeds amounted to £11 8s. 6d., and, after expenses were paid, left a small balance to be added to the funds of the Band.

See Cricket Club started for further village use under Sir George Donaldson.