Durham Miners Gala 8th July 2006
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Finally, Ropery Walk Primary school have sight of The Royal County Hotel.
A little bit closer with the County Hotel just visible in front of the Dawdon Colliery Lodge Banner.
Finally, they arrive where Westlea and Seaview Primary schools stood 90 minutes before - in front of the Royal County Hotel.
The Scottish Pipe Band proudly give a rendition of their chosen tune - “Gresford” the miners’ anthem.
The invited celebrities look down from the
balcony and applaud.
The Ropery Walk Primary group march proudly on to the Race Course Grounds and a bite to eat. Even the youngest member is
Ready for lunch and some time on the rides.