ABOUT THE MENDIP MORRIS MEN

Founded in 1956, the Mendip Morris Men have always danced throughout the North Somerset area, performing the traditional dances of the Cotswolds.

Mendip Morris Men can be identified by their red, gold and blue baldricks (crossed sashes) adorned with King Alfred’s jewel at the back and the Somerset wyvern at the front. Black breeches and gaily decorated straw hats complete the outfit.

We are sometimes accompanied on our outings by two other characters. Our fool wears a smock, odd coloured socks and a battered straw hat. We also have a manic spotted horse who is really very friendly and especially likes children.

Each summer, on Thursday evenings, we dance outside local pubs and in village centres, bringing with us the exciting sight and sound of this ancient custom.

SHARE IN THE MAGIC OF THE MORRIS

If you feel you would like to share in the magic of the Morris, either as a dancer or a musician, please contact our Bagman.

Or come along to one of our winter practice sessions, every Monday night at 8.00pm in the Methodist Church Hall, Congresbury (opposite the Memorial Hall). You will be sure of a very warm welcome. All enquiries to the Bagman:

Doug Schofield, 01934 822450

Mendip’s own CD

Click image for a track listing and details how to purchase.