History was made on August 26th when the ancient Cloak of the Bailiff of Dursley was returned to the town. The cloak, made of local red wool and trimmed with fur, had been away from the town for over 100 years after the post of Bailiff was abolished in 1896. It had been kept in store in Guernsey by descendents of Sidney Bloodworth, the last holder of the office.

At a ceremony in the Town Hall, which was attended by over 60 people, the cloak, together with the Bailiff's Constable's staff and handcuffs, was presented to members of the Heritage Centre where it will be on occasional display.