Purchase of Own Securities

Camellia PLC
16 July 2002

                                 Section 163(3)


In accordance with paragraph 15.9 of the Listing Rules we announce that Camellia
Plc purchased for cancellation, 7,500 ordinary shares of 10p each of Camellia
Plc. Details are:

15th July 2002 - 7,500 ordinary shares at £33.50p per share





P.E. HILL

Company Secretary

16th July 2002



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