Nostalgia: Batley royals greet subjects!

How’s this for a right royal ceremony?
The Duke and Queen of Batley at Staincliffe Manorfield School in 1984. (d123n021)The Duke and Queen of Batley at Staincliffe Manorfield School in 1984. (d123n021)
The Duke and Queen of Batley at Staincliffe Manorfield School in 1984. (d123n021)

Kids from Staincliffe Manorfield had a special ceremony for their chosen monarchs!

The ‘Queen and Duke’ of Batley looked resplendent in their very own royal carriage, complete with a set of kid horses and spear-wielding guards!

Do you remember this event? Were you part of the ceremony?

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