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The Morris Federation and Customs & Exiles North West Morris extend a warm welcome to all members of The Morris Federation to join us in a day of dance in Reading on Saturday 26th September 2020, followed by The Morris Federation’s AGM at 4.30pm (4pm sign-in) and a ceilidh.
Save the date – more details will be announced as they become available.
The Morris Federation and Kinfauns Step Dancers extend a warm welcome to all members of The Morris Federation to join us in a day of dance in Perth, Scotland on Saturday 28th September 2019, followed by The Morris Federation AGM at 4.30pm at the Salutation Hotel.
Perth is a beautiful and historic city on the banks of the River Tay. Come and view the stunning scenery of the Perthshire hills and explore the intriguing royal history of this ancient capital of Scotland as you are guided around the city by our stewards. Why not visit https://www.perthcity.co.uk to find out more?
All dance spots are within easy walking distance of the centrally positioned Salutation Hotel which is our base for the day. There will be a Scottish ceilidh in the hotel in the evening with the popular Cragganmore Ceilidh Band. And on Sunday there will be dance and music workshops led by guests from across the Federation.
We look forward to welcoming you for the weekend. If you have any queries or require any further information, and to book, please contact Morag
The fair city of Perth is also the home of the Perth Glovers’ Sword Dance. Their 17th century dance costume is on display at the Perth Museum & Art Gallery. This is an ink and wash drawing of the Ancient Morrice dancers’ dress in possession of the Incorporation of Glovers of Perth by J G Howie c.1840.
Reproduced courtesy of Perth Museum & Art Gallery, Perth & Kinross Council.
New Esperance Morris are planning a ‘Festival of Morris’ in London over the weekend of 21-23 September 2018, to coincide with The Morris Federation Day of Dance and AGM.
Cecil Sharp House in Camden Town will be the base for the whole weekend, with indoor camping available.
Saturday tours will use public transport within zones 1–3, for which the daily price cap is currently £7.70.
New Esperance would like members’ help to decide on which of their many ideas they should pursue. Download the feedback form and return to Diane Moody.
New Esperance Morris are planning a ‘Festival of Morris’ in London over the weekend of 21-23 September 2018, to coincide with The Morris Federation AGM.
Cecil Sharp House in Camden Town will be the base for the whole weekend, with indoor camping available.
Saturday tours will use public transport within zones 1–3, for which the daily price cap is currently £7.70.
New Esperance would like help from members of The Morris Federation to help them decide on which of their many ideas they should pursue. Download the feedback form and return to Diane Moody.
Four of Hull and East Yorkshire’s Dance Teams – Beverley Garland, Green Ginger Garland, Makara Morris, and Rackaback Morris – are inviting all members of The Morris Federation to be a part of what promises to be a fabulous occasion on Saturday, 23 September.
The day of dance will be followed by The Morris Federation AGM.
All the dance spots will be within walking distance of the historic Guildhall, the base for the day as well as the evening ceilidh venue.
In preparation for Hull’s year in the spotlight, extensive works have been underway during the past year to transform the city. By late September most areas should be completed, with lots of lovely new squares and piazzas just waiting to be danced on.
Among the highlights of the day will be your chance to dance on the unique and award-winning Scale Lane Bridge – the only bridge in the UK where you can stay on it as it swings. You’ll also visit the Museums Quarter in our historic Old Town; Holy Trinity Church – Britain’s newest minster; the ruins of Beverley Gate, a key site in the English Civil War; plus our lovely marina and up-and-coming Fruit Market area.
Please email as soon as possible to indicate your interest in dancing at this event and then download a copy of the editable PDF booking form (also available on the Hull Day of Dance website) and return it by 15 June 2017.
Hotel occupancy in the city is at an all-time high, owing to the interest in City of Culture events, so if you are planning to book accommodation, you must do it at your earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Find out more information about Hull and where to stay.