Harwich Mayor Making and 'Kitchel' Throwing Ceremony

Anglia television mute news footage, on Mayor Making Day in Harwich the newly appointed member keeps the ancient tradition and throws a bun, called a ‘kitchel', from the balcony of the Guildhall. Mayor Making Day in Harwich. As part of the proceedings, the Mayor and associated Council members proceed along Church Street to The Guildhall. Many wear the traditional robe and black bicorne hat, as doe…