PLANS are progressing well for Wellington to have its very own special day of celebration.

Wellington Day will be held on Saturday, August 14, 2027, at the Recreation Ground where “everything Wellington” will be celebrated between 10am and 5pm with lots of activities for all the family to enjoy as well as 50 stalls and food vans.

Wellington Town Council has agreed to a total budget of £15,000 for the event, while facilities manager Annette Kirk has said they would investigate sponsorship opportunities and other funding avenues.

Cllr Chris Booth, speaking at the town council’s economic development committee meeting on October 15, said: “Thank you to Nettie for all the work you have done on this.”

The plans received unanimous backing from councillors.