Auditions will be held this weekend to find a new town crier for Buckingham.
The crier will hold the voluntary post for one year, after which there will be the option to make the appointment permanent.
Trials will take place at the flagpole outside Buckingham Community Centre at noon on Saturday during the Buckingham Food Fair.
Participants will be given a pre-written speech to cry and will be judged by Mayor of Buckingham Margaret Gateley.
Russell Cross, who has been the Buckingham’s Town Crier since 2008, said: “It has been an absolute honour to of fulfilled the role of Buckingham Town Crier since 2008. With a heavy heart, I feel the time has come to step aside and allow another member of our town to have the opportunity to take on the role. The endless support of the community over the years cannot be placed into words, but may I thank you all for your endless backing in keeping this important tradition at the heart of Buckingham’s history and heritage. I wish our new Town Crier every success for the future and I will be joining the crowds to cheer you along at every opportunity. To Buckingham Town Council staff, councillors, mayors past and present, local residents and visitors to our town. God Save The King.”
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