A VILLAGE on the edge of Cirencester was transformed into an area of colour and design over the weekend as houses and businesses flew flags for the area.

Stratton’s Flaggery Day and weekend was established by Stratton resident and historian Jay Haigh.

The date of Flaggery Day was Saturday, November 2.

Stratton Village Hall in Thessaly Road hosted a history display, while its next-door neighbour, Stratton Primary School, was decorated by flags and banners along its fence.

There was more art and information at Stratton House Hotel & Spa, which displayed a history banner and one of the event’s larger flags.

The latter was produced by Teresa Forrest, a resident of Aura Care Living’s Stratton Court retirement village.

Teresa moved into Stratton Court in December 2017, and one of her large embroideries of Cirencester’s Cecily Hill sits proudly on the wall in the retirement village.

Teresa also created a hand-drawn image of the area and a pennant for the W.I.

In addition, she coordinated a free-to-enter art exhibition at Stratton Court showcasing her own work and pieces from other residents.

Included was former milliner Joan Walton-Spooner, who has designed and made hats for Queen Elizabeth II.

There was also a touching display of cushions made by Francis Moules, who recently passed away.

Cirencester’s Stratton area has its own mention in the Doomsday Book and has a history and heritage all to itself, explained organiser Jay Haigh.

“This event was included in the Cirencester History Festival, but for me, it is about more than that, and I want this project to grow,” she said.

“We could all do with learning more about the area we live in.

“There are so many interesting stories, and I thank everyone for getting involved, especially Teresa.

“She is an incredible artist and lady.

“If you would like to know more, please get in touch.”

A flaggery map related to the event can be downloaded from makingplace.co.uk/stratton-history-trail.html