PICTURE SPECIAL: Parish walk proves a bumpy ride for some
Residents from Grendon Underwood took part in a traditional event called Beating the Bounds yesterday (Tuesday).
The event takes place every seven years and involves residents completing a 15 mile walk around the edges of the parish.
The walk begins and ends at Gallows Bridge.
The last event of its kind was in 2009 and 64 people took part.
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Hide AdDuring the walk, it is tradition for new people taking part to be given ‘the bumps’: which involves them being patted on the bottom with a shovel.
The Rev Angela Mann underwent the Bumps during this year’s event.