BROWNIES did their bit to help turn Tilehurst Red – but they’ll have to wait to see the fruits of their labour.
On Saturday, members of the 9th Tilehurst Brownies and Guides, and the 2nd Tilehurst Brownies gathered at the gardens of St Mary Magdalen church in Kentwood Hill.
Their mission was to plant 1,000 bulbs.
It’s part of an effort from the community to plant 12,000 bulbs all across Tilehurst. Schools are also taking part.
Tomorrow, there will be an opportunity to donate loose change to the Poppy Appeal at The Triangle. The coins will be used to create a giant poppy, and the cash will be donated to the Tilehurst British Legion Poppy Appeal.
There will be a two-minute silence at 11am, along with the usual parade and act of remembrance at The Triangle on Sunday.
Val Lewendon, the president of the Tilehurst British Legion, was at the bulb planting on Saturday and was delighted with the way in which the community is supporting the Turn Tilehurst Red appeal.
“On Friday night, we held a Poppy Dance which was very well attended. It was the first time we’ve got going since covid and everyone wanted to come out.”
She sadded: “The support is as strong as ever. We are so pleased with the amount of people who have come out.
“We have an elderly section who have been shut indoors for such as long time (due to the pandemic). They’re loving it.”
