Purchase of Own Securities

Camellia PLC
7 January 2002

                                Section 163(3)


In accordance with paragraph 15.9 of the Listing Rules we announce that
Camellia Plc purchased for cancellation, 1,000 ordinary shares of 10p each of
Camellia Plc. Details are:

7th January 2002 - 1,000 ordinary shares at £29.25 per share





P.E. HILL

Company Secretary

7th January 2002