Organisers of the Burntwood Wakes have hit back at rumours that the event would not take place in 2015.
This year’s event was axed after a spell of wet weather, but there had been speculation that it may not return.
However, Burntwood Town Council say the Wakes will return – although it is likely to have a new feel with the community being invited to have their say on how it is run.
“We have been listening to what local people want for the Burntwood Wakes Festival, and we want local people involved in the planning and running of next year’s Wakes Festival,” said Councillor Steve Taylor, Chairman of the authority’s Wakes Committee.
“We are offering up to £20,000 for local community groups to run with their ideas for the Wakes Festival events next summer.”
A tender notice has been issued inviting organisations to submit their ideas by December 12.
Cllr Taylor added: “We would like to see organisations coming up with ideas that will help us to celebrate our town and reflect well on our community’s spirit, so if you want to be involved, get in touch, and our officers will be happy to give you more details.”
For more information visit www.burntwood-tc-gov.uk or call Steve Lightfoot on 01543 677166.
