The weather was kind as about 100 people assembled at the entrance to Enfield Park in Camelford to hear Rob Tremain, Launceston's Town Cryer read the Charter. It had been delivered on horseback, beautifully dressed and led by Jo Old, by an equally beautifully dressed Julia Lobb and her son Liam riding a tiny horse, both also kitted out in medieval garb. Rob then read the Charter in English and 'for those who don't understand English' it was then read most impressively in Latin by Michael Carne and in Cornish by Brenda Carne, to shouts of encouragement and approval. When the ceremonial was finished those wishing to 'Beat the Bounds' moved off, led by Sid Goodman. The first stone is set in the wall of Manor House and the tradition is that any small children attending would have their heads beaten three times against the stone, so that they would remember the extent of the borough. There being no children willing to take part in this ritual Sid himself was 'volunteered' by his son and son-in-law who picked him up and presented his head to the stone. The boundary by this first stone passes through Manor House — it was decided not to follow the strict line described. Despite a couple of difficult encounters on the way it was agreed that the walk had been enjoyed by all, and some 90 cream teas provided by Camelford Women's Institute were a welcome reward to the walkers and others on their return to St Thomas's Church.