The pride of Knutsford...Veteran’s celebrate St George’s Day

The Cheshire town of Knutsford had patriotism in copious amounts this Tuesday lunchtime (23rd April), as the Rose n Crown Chop House welcomed local veterans to a special lunch, celebrating St George’s Day.

Recognising the achievements of those remarkable individuals in attendance, as well as paying tribute to those who have passed away, the chop house also made a generous donation to Help for Heroes, the renowned military charity.

Veteran’s met at the rear of the Rose n Crown Chop House, before being led, by a piper (recognising the ‘military’ connection), on the short walk via the ‘Royal George’ alley (now known as Regent Street) to the front door of the Rose n Crown. Passers-by on King Street stopped, as did traffic, to witness the parade, as veterans were welcomed by a round of applause.

Once inside the venue, the veteran’s enjoyed a traditional English, St George’s Day lunch, consisting of leek and potato soup, Cheshire/Shropshire farmed roast beef, Massey’s potatoes, apple pie and a local/regional cheese selection.

The lunch was complimented by two speeches recognising the occasion, and an official donation hand-over to Help For Heroes, received by regular fundraiser Kane Gunter, who spent 12 years in the army as a member of the Royal Corps of Signals.

Matthew Mooney, owner of the Rose n Crown, as well as long standing neighbouring venue The Belle Epoque, exclaimed ‘I am delighted that we have been able to recognise the bravery and huge achievements of each and every one of the veteran’s here today. We have always supported charities such as the British Legion and Help for Heroes, as public awareness of the ‘aftermath of war’ can be limited, once they no longer occupy the front pages of newspapers. Quite frankly, It is an honour just to serve the veteran’s a lunch, after the sacrifice they and their families have made on our behalf’.

Also commenting on the success of the event, Operations Director Richard Walker exclaimed ‘The lunch has been a great success and an honour to host. I am delighted that the veteran’s have been able to come and enjoy a lunch with us, and also experienced the patriotic reception that they so much deserve from the people of Knutsford’.

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Posted: Tuesday 14th May 2013
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