Bampton Morris dancing is known worldwide for its extraordinary lineage. We chat to one of the tradition bearers and dig into the history.
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January. Bleak, isn’t it? December and its festivities feel a long way behind us, and the delights of spring and...
“We’re not doing the Stick and Bucket dance! I never want to hear any more ever about the Stick and...
Does anyone mention Morris in their dating profile? Does it come up on the first date? And if so, what’s the reaction of the unsuspecting other party? Ahead of Valentine's Day, Tradfolk asked the questions...
New traditions have to start somewhere, right? Last night saw the dawning of 'dusking', a tradition first proposed by the artist, Lucy Wright.
Jon Wilks chats to folk singer and Morris dancer, Ellie Gowers, about her close encounters with history in the making.
Newcomers to the world of traditional customs and rituals very quickly come face to face with beasts and hobby horses. In this article, we attempt to offer some explanation for the inexplicable.
The annual jig competition, honouring the memory of the late John Gasson, takes place in August. We take a look at its quirks, its rules and its history.
Our round-up of photos and videos of morris dancers dancing up the sun on May Day, 2023. The summer is icumen in and winter's gone away.
Didn't make it to Rochdale for DERT 2023? Never fear, here's a round up of the results and action.
As people congregate to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Ella Mary Leather's birth, Joshua Dyer takes a look at her remarkable legacy.
We’re always looking for new ways to bring folk traditions to wider, younger audiences. Introducing our new Pienini morris stickers collection…
