Purchase of Own Securities

Camellia PLC
8 February 2001

                                Section 163(3)


In accordance with paragraph 15.9 of the Listing Rules we advise that Camellia
Plc purchased for cancellation, 2,000 ordinary shares of 10p each of Camellia
Plc. Details are:

     8th February 2001     2,000 ordinary shares at £27.00 per share


P.E. HILL

Company Secretary

8th February 2001