Dorset town criers mark retirement of Alistair Chisholm

Wimbone Minster town crier Chris Brown was amongst others from across Dorset who gathered in Dorchester recently to honour the retirement of the town crier of Dorchester – and current Mayor – Alistair Chisholm.

Chris said: “Alistair is held in high regard by his compatriots and is without doubt the most successful town crier in competitions around the country and further afield as well as being a supportive and inspiring friend to all.”

Alistair was presented with a set of Thomas Hardye Films and a specially commissioned staff inlaid with badges representing the Ancient & Honourable Guild of Town Criers, Dorchester Town Crest and the Dorset Flag.

The attending town criers were tasked with delivering a cry under the title ‘Alistair Chisholm’. The crys were judged by Serjant of Musket and deputy town crier of Wimborne Minster Mel Gudger who also judged the best dressed award.

The best cry was delivered by Liz Rawlings of Blandford Forum and the Best Dressed prize was awarded to Jacqui Hall of Wareham.

The event was organised by Andrew Fleming Swanage town crier.