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A woman leaps between rocks on Dartmoor. She is wearing a cardigan and knee-high boots.

Customs uncovered: Leap Year

It’s not every year you get to write about leap years, for rather obvious reasons. So we thought we ought to jump on the chance in 2024.

The Old Songs Podcast

Exploring traditional folk music one song at a time.

Customs uncovered

Dig in to our selection of articles covering traditional British customs and the manner in which they survive and thrive today.

A woman leaps between rocks on Dartmoor. She is wearing a cardigan and knee-high boots.

Customs uncovered: Leap Year

It’s not every year you get to write about leap years, for rather obvious reasons. So we thought we ought to jump on the chance in 2024.

People gather around a bonfire on a midsummer's night.

Customs Uncovered: Midsummer Rituals

While the summer solstice is commonly associated with something seemingly more spiritual, the rituals of Midsummer had more earthy connections.

Folk music reviews

Reviewing the latest releases on the traditional folk music scene. We focus on traditional music, or music that has been directly inspired by it.