Rotary to debut 17th Century transport at Leighton Carnival

The 17th Century is coming to Leighton Carnival this year in the form of Rotary deigned and built Sedan Chairs . With the Duke of Buckingham being an early adopter they first became a widely used form of transport in 1634.

However the models debuting at the Carnival will primarily be to provide children with a chance to experience a unique insight into the luxury travel of yesteryear. Rotary are grateful to local firms Buttles, Jewsons, Skyline & Travis Perkins for sponsoring the chairs.

Rotarian Dave Edwards said: “We are looking forward to offering sedan chair rides to children in Parsons Close Recreation Ground as part of this years Carnival celebrations. We have a number of volunteers (including the fire service) to assist but could do with a few more, so anyone who is fit and willing to help carry a chair please contact me via enquiry@ leightonlinsladerotary.com