Purchase of Own Securities

Camellia PLC
28 September 2001

                                Section 163(3)


In accordance with paragraph 15.9 of the Listing Rules we announce that
Camellia Plc purchased for cancellation, 777 ordinary shares of 10p each of
Camellia Plc. Details are:

     27th September 2001 - 500 ordinary shares at £26.00 per share

     28th September 2001 - 277 ordinary shares at £26.00 per share



P.E. HILL

Company Secretary

28th September 2001