VOLUNTEER stewards are being sought for the forthcoming Battle of Flowers parades.
The battle has been revamped for 2023, kicking off with the Grand Day Parade on Friday 11 August, followed by the Moonlight Parade the following evening.
As well as the new parade timings, this year’s battle will have a strong musical theme, with four local musicians coming together as ‘The Beantles’ to mark the 60th anniversary of The Beatles’ tour to the Channel Islands, alongside the Caribbean sounds of Flagz Mas, regulars at the Notting Hill Carnival in London.
The Moonlight Parade will conclude with a light display from 100 drones flying above St Aubin’s Bay.
Stewards aged 18 and over are sought to work on both parades, and must be physically fit as the roles require long periods of standing and walking. Organisers are also seeking ticket scanners, aged 16 and above, to greet those arriving at the arena and help to clear the crowds after each parade.
Battle chairman Russell Labey said: ‘Battle couldn’t happen without our amazing volunteers, and we are looking to expand our crew with people of all ages, whether they are battle-hardened veterans or fresh-faced recruits.’
Volunteers can step forward for either parade, or to work on both days, and must also be available to attend a training session next Wednesday evening.
As well as getting free entry to the parades at which they volunteer, and a high-vis gilet, those who step forward will be offered £30 per parade towards their expenses.
Anyone interested is asked to email people@battleofflowers.com or visit battleofflowers.com/work for more details.
