Purchase of Own Shares

Camellia PLC
9 January 2001



                               Section 163(3)

In accordance with paragraph 15.9 of the Listing Rules we advise that Camellia
Plc purchased for cancellation, 1,430 ordinary shares of 10p each of Camellia
Plc. Details are:

        9th January 2001      1,430 ordinary shares at £28.125 per share

P.E. HILL
Company Secretary