GILDA CRESCENT CELEBRATES THE CORONATION IN STYLE

The residents of Gilda Crescent Road, Eccles rarely need an excuse for a street party and the recent Coronation was celebrated in style.

I have a special affection for this Road as I lived there for 40 years and I have seen many changes the one constant being, The Gilda Glee Club as they are called, who have arranged so many events over the years with the help of residents from Glendale and Snowden Road.

It was great to see the community spirit as locals donated money to buy food for the children's party and prizes, and for the adults? what better than a barrel of, Flat Cap, Real Ale on a stillage in Irwin's front garden and tables literally groaning with food, pasta, sandwiches, cheese, quiche, fruit even a  Greek Salad which was a nod to Charlie's Dad... very posh indeed.

The fun and games started with a Coronation Bake Off competition in which families made a traditional cake, which was judged by Tracy Gibbs and her friends, sadly the cakes were all eaten before we got there.

Musical Chairs was fiercely  contested by both youngster and adults, what is it about this game that causes such excitement and shall we say, "competitive spirit?" but it has to be said it was great fun to watch.

The event was due to run until 10pm with gazebos set up and chairs lining the street, a DJ had a booth set up and it promised to be a long and happy evening and long may this tradition continue.