Seaford's Town Crier to Receive Freedom of the Town in Recognition of 50 Years of Service

Peter White is to receive Seaford's highest civic honour in recognition of almost half a century of outstanding service to the town and community.

Seaford Town Council has resolved to award the Freedom of the Town to Peter White, the town's long-serving Town Crier and Serjeant at Mace, in recognition of his exceptional contribution to Seaford over almost fifty years of dedicated civic service. The honour, which is the highest civic distinction the Town Council can bestow, recognises not only Peter's remarkable service as one of the country's longest-serving Town Criers, but also his wider contribution to civic and community life in Seaford over almost five decades. Throughout that time, he has devoted countless voluntary hours to supporting local charities, community events and civic occasions, becoming one of Seaford's most recognisable and respected ambassadors.

 Peter first took on the role in 1977 and has represented Seaford across the United Kingdom and internationally ever since, helping to promote the town with dedication, professionalism and enthusiasm. He joined The Ancient and Honourable Guild of Town Criers in 1980 and has served as Seaford's Serjeant at Mace since 2012.

Peter has been a familiar and much-valued figure at civic ceremonies, community events and charitable occasions. His service has seen him play a role in countless significant moments in the town's history, including proclaiming the Accession of His Majesty King Charles III in Seaford and representing the town at Town Crier competitions on the national and international stage.

Peter said: "This is a great privilege putting me in the same frame as Prime Minister William Pitt the Younger being made a Freeman and some very worthy Seaford citizens in this century too.

*It is a great gift from a town I love and value, and which I have been delighted to serve for half a century!"

Pictured Ben and Peter

Earlier this year, Ben Robinson was appointed as Deputy Town Crier and Deputy Serjeant at Mace. Following Peter's 50-year anniversary, Peter and Ben will exchange roles, with Ben becoming Town Crier and Serjeant at Mace, while Peter continues his service as Deputy, supporting Ben and passing on the invaluable knowledge and experience he has gained over half a century. The Town Council is keen to stress that Peter is not retiring and will continue to play an active and highly valued role in Seaford's civic life.