England
Northumberland
Byker Mummers [Website]
Category:
Folk Play-only Group
Home Town:
Byker, Grid Ref.: NZ2764, Lat.& Long.: 54.9743, -1.5703
Description:
[None provided]
Established:
2002
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2004 (1), 2005 (2), 2006 (1)
Media Links:
1. The Byker Mummers - A Christmas Mummers Play (Part A) - Validated link
YouTube - Video
[7min 11sec], 16-Dec-2006
2. The Byker Mummers - A Christmas Play (Part B) - Validated link
YouTube - Video
[6min 58sec], 16-Dec-2006
Contact:
Matthew Cowan (slimegreene@hotmail.com), Phone: 01912 964622
Notes:
The website includes a blog with links to Youtube videos of performances.
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Monkseaton Morrismen [Website]
Category:
Dancers who perform Plays
Home Town:
Monkseaton, Grid Ref.: NZ3472, Lat.& Long.: 55.0457, -1.4600
Description:
[None provided]
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2003 (3), 2004 (1), 2005 (1), 2006 (1)
Media Links:
1. Monkseaton Morris Men perform on New Years Day 2004 at 12:00 noon outside the Ship Inn, Monkseaton, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, England. - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Barbara Morris, 01-Jan-2004
Contact:
Andrew Morris (morris.a@blueyonder.co.uk), Phone: 01912 912668
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Nottinghamshire
Black Pig Border Morris [Website]
Category:
Dancers who perform Plays
Home Town:
Awsworth, Grid Ref.: SK4844, Lat.& Long.: 52.9956, -1.2788
Description:
[None provided]
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2004 (1)
Media Links:
[None registered]
Contact:
Phill and Steve, Bagman (blackpigborder@gmail.com), Phone: 07580 098173
Address: Gate Inn, Awsworth, Nottingham, NG16 2RN
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Calverton Real Ale and Plough Play Preservation Society [Website]
Category:
Folk Play-only Group
Home Town:
Calverton, Grid Ref.: SK6149, Lat.& Long.: 53.0389, -1.0827
Description:
We're a dissolute pack of rogues from the same village and somewhat startled that, given a few cast changes over the years, we're still going . . .
Established:
1978
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2001 (3), 2002 (3), 2003 (3), 2004 (3), 2005 (2), 2006 (3), 2008 (3), 2009 (3), 2010 (3), 2011 (3), 2012 (3), 2013 (3), 2014 (3), 2015 (3), 2016 (5), 2017 (3), 2018 (3), 2019 (3), 2022 (2), 2023 (5), 2024 (3)
Media Links:
1. Calverton Plough Play – 2014 Tour Vol 2 - Unverified link
flickr - Photo(s)
[40], Simon Carter, 06-Sep-2014
2. Calverton Plough Play – 2014 Tour Vol 1 - Unverified link
flickr - Photo(s)
[45], Simon Carter, 01-Sep-2014
3. Calverton Plough Play - 2013 Tour Vol 2 - Unverified link
flickr - Photo(s)
[38], Simon Carter, 23-May-2013
4. Calverton Plough Play - 2013 Tour Vol 1 - Unverified link
flickr - Photo(s)
[40], Simon Carter, 26-Mar-2013
5. Calverton St George's Play 2012 - Unverified link
flickr - Photo(s)
[35], Simon Carter, 21-Apr-2012
6. Calverton Plough Play - 2012 Tour Vol 2 - Unverified link
flickr - Photo(s)
[50], Simon Carter, 28-Jan-2012
7. Calverton Plough Play - 2012 Tour Vol 1 - Unverified link
flickr - Photo(s)
[50], Simon Carter, 21-Jan-2012
8. Calverton Plough Play - 2011 Tour - Unverified link
flickr - Photo(s)
[42 images], Simon Carter, 26-Jan-2011
9. Calverton Plough Play at The Bridge, Oxton, 2008 - Unverified link
flickr - Photo(s)
[24 images], Simon Carter, 01-Jan-2011
10. Calverton Plough Plays in Lambley 2009 - Validated link
flickr - Photo(s)
[7 images], Peter Millington, 10-Jan-2009
11. 12th January 2006. Performing at The Bramley Apple, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England - Unverified link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[3 images], Peter Millington, 12-Jan-2006
12. Calvertion Real Ale and Plough Play Preservation Society performing at the Gleaners, Calverton, Nottinghamshire, England, on the 10th January 2004 - Unverified link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Peter Millington, 10-Jan-2004
13. 10th January 2003. Performing in cramped conditions at The Woodlark, Lambley, Nottinghamshire, England - Unverified link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Peter Millington
14. CRAPPPS performing their Plough Play on the 12th January 2002 at The Gleaners, Calverton, Nottinghamshire, England - Unverified link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[3 images], Peter Millington
Contacts:
John Crawford (bandandcaller@yahoo.co.uk), Phone: 0115 9655382
Simon Carter (simon_m_carter@yahoo.co.uk)
Notes:
Independent
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Clayworth Plough Players
Category:
Folk Play-only Group
Home Town:
Clayworth, Grid Ref.: SK7288, Lat.& Long.: 53.3881, -0.9098
Description:
[None provided]
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2006 (1), 2010 (2), 2011 (2), 2012 (2), 2013 (2), 2014 (2), 2015 (2), 2016 (2), 2017 (2), 2018 (2), 2019 (2), 2020 (2), 2023 (2), 2024 (2)
Media Links:
[None registered]
Contact:
Nick Pal (nickandpippa@aol.com), Phone: 01777 817241 or +447956104420
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Company of Owd Oss
Category:
Folk Play-only Group
Home Town:
Kimberley, Grid Ref.: SK4944, Lat.& Long.: 52.9952, -1.2624
Description:
We are a small group of actors/musicians who perform the traditional Poor 'Owd 'Oss play at Christmas time. After each performance a collection is made. All proceeds are then donated to charity.
Established:
2005
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2005 (2), 2008 (1), 2009 (1), 2010 (1), 2012 (1), 2014 (1), 2015 (1), 2016 (1)
Media Links:
1. Custom Revived: Poor Owd Oss - Unverified link
Wordpress - Web page
, Pixyled Publications, 31-Dec-2013
2. Company of Owd Oss in and around Kimberley, Nottinghamshire, England on the 22nd Dec.2005 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[3 images], Brian Howes, 22-Dec-2005
Contacts:
Mr Dave Mooney (thecompanyofowdoss@gmail.com), Phone: 07961077630 (Mob.)
Mr Kevin J Wragg (thecompanyofowdoss@gmail.com), Phone: 07592724399 (Mob.)
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Dolphin Morris Men [Website]
Category:
Dancers who perform Plays
Home Town:
Kingston on Soar, Grid Ref.: SK5027
Description:
Generally perform a plough play in January.
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2017 (1)
Media Links:
[None registered]
Contact:
Martin (bagman@dolphin-morris.co.uk), Phone: 07599 969731
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Foresters Morris & Sword Dance Club [Website]
Category:
Dancers who perform Plays
Home Town:
Nottingham, Grid Ref.: SK5739, Lat.& Long.: 52.9495, -1.1441
Description:
[None provided]
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2002 (2), 2003 (2), 2004 (1), 2006 (2), 2009 (2), 2010 (3), 2011 (1), 2012 (1), 2013 (1), 2014 (5), 2015 (2), 2016 (2), 2017 (2), 2019 (1)
Media Links:
1. The Foresters Morris Men of Nottingham performing their Plough Play at mid-day on the 26th December 2003 at Bottesford, Leicestershire, England - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Janet Mellors, 26-Dec-2003
2. 4th January 2003 at the Victoria Inn, Beeston, Nottinghamshire, England - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[1 image], Peter Millington, 04-Jan-2003
3. Plough Play performed by the Foresters Morris Men, Nottingham, England, January 2002 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[5 images], John Frearson & Peter Millington, Jan-2002
Contact:
Bagman, Foresters Morris (bagman@foresters-morris.org.uk), Phone: +44 1949 842215
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Lady Bay Revellers [Website]
Category:
Dancers who perform Plays
Home Town:
West Bridgford, Grid Ref.: SK5837, Lat.& Long.: 52.9314, -1.1296
Description:
[None provided]
Established:
1992
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2002 (1), 2003 (1)
Media Links:
[None registered]
Contact:
Yvonne Walters (yvonne.walters@mail.com), Phone: 0115 9140904
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Muskham Pinkies
Category:
Folk Play-only Group
Home Town:
North Muskham, Grid Ref.: SK7958, Lat.& Long.: 53.1175, -0.8120
Description:
[None provided]
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2004 (3), 2005 (1), 2006 (1), 2009 (2), 2010 (1), 2011 (1), 2012 (1), 2014 (1), 2015 (1), 2016 (2), 2017 (1), 2018 (1), 2019 (1), 2020 (1), 2024 (1)
Media Links:
1. North Muskham Plough Play - Unverified link
YouTube - Video
[6min 48sec], Rattlejag Morris, Jan-2013
2. Muskham Pinkies 2009 - Validated link
Master Mummers - Photo(s)
[3 images], Peter Millington, 10-Jan-2009
3. Muskham Pinkies of North Muskham performing on the 14th Jan.2006 at The Crown, Bathley, Nottinghamshire, England - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Peter Millington, 14-Jan-2006
4. Muskham Pinkies of North Muskham, Nottinghamshire, England, performing on the 6th Jan.2005 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Peter Millington, 06-Jan-2005
5. Muskham Pinkies of North Muskham, Nottinghamshire, England, performing on the 3rd January 2004 at The Plough, Norwell - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[5 images], Jacob Hinson & Peter Millington, 03-Jan-2004
Contact:
Ian Harrison (Ian.Harrison@newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk), Phone: 07971 486353
Address: St Helier, Trent Close North Muskham Newark, Notts, NG23 6HA
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Rattlejag Morris [Website]
Category:
Dancers who perform Plays
Home Town:
Retford, Grid Ref.: SK7080
Description:
Performing morris dances and folk plays local to Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire, most of which took place on Plough Monday. Also perform with the Muskham Pinkies.
Established:
2002
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2015 (1), 2016 (3), 2017 (1)
Media Links:
[None registered]
Contact:
enquiries@rattlejagmorris.org.uk
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Sullivan's Sword [Website]
Category:
Sword Dance Group
Home Town:
Nottingham, Grid Ref.: SK5739, Lat.& Long.: 52.9495, -1.1441
Description:
Perform the play from Farnsfield, Notts on Plough Sunday after a plough blessing service at Morton, Notts and on Plough Monday in Nottingham. Occasionally perform a Pasche Egging play which is a compilation from the texts of the plays from Ambleside, Dalton and 5 other towns.
Established:
1975
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2003 (1), 2004 (1), 2005 (3), 2006 (2), 2009 (1), 2012 (1), 2014 (1), 2015 (1), 2017 (1), 2019 (1), 2020 (7)
Media Links:
1. Sullivan's Sword 2009 - Validated link
Master Mummers - Photo(s)
[3 images], Peter Millington, 11-Jan-2009
2. Sullivan's Sword at The Plough Inn, Radford, Nottingham, England, 9th Jan.2006 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Brian Howes, 09-Jan-2006
3. Sullivan's Sword at The Plough Inn, Radford, Nottingham, England, 10th Jan.2005 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[1 image], Alistair Bloomfield, 10-Jan-2005
4. Sullivan's Sword of Nottingham perform the Farnsfield plough play at Morton, Nottinghamshire, England on the 11th January 2004 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[1 image], Peter Millington, 11-Jan-2004
Contact:
Alistair Bloomfield, Events organiser (SullivansSword@hotmail.co.uk), Phone: 07946 584298 (Mob.)
Address: 18 Endsleigh Gardens, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 2HJ
Notes:
An off-shoot of the now disbanded Owd 'Oss Mummers
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Tollerton Plough Boys
Category:
Folk Play-only Group
Home Town:
Tollerton, Grid Ref.: SK6134, Lat.& Long.: 52.9041, -1.0855
Description:
The Tollerton Plough Play is performed on Plough Monday in various private houses in Tollerton with a final performance at the Air Hostess pub. The play dates back many years but lapsed in 1952 until it was revived in 2002.
Established:
2002
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2002 (1), 2003 (1), 2004 (1), 2005 (2), 2006 (1), 2009 (1), 2010 (1), 2011 (1), 2014 (1), 2015 (1), 2016 (1)
Media Links:
1. Tollerton Ploughboys 2009 - Validated link
Master Mummers - Photo(s)
[5 images], Peter Millington, 12-Jan-2009
2. Tollerton Ploughboys performing outside a private house, Tollerton, Nottinghamshire, England on the 9th Jan.2006 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Peter Millington, 09-Jan-2006
3. Tollerton Ploughboys performing at Hall Farm, Tollerton, Nottinghamshire, England on the 10th Jan.2005 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[3 images], Peter Millington, 10-Jan-2005
4. Tollerton Ploughboys performing in Tollerton, Nottinghamshire, England on the 12th January 2004 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Peter Millington, 12-Jan-2004
5. 13th January 2003 in Tollerton, Nottinghamshire, England - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Peter Millington, 13-Jan-2003
6. Tollerton Ploughboys performing their Plough Play on the 7th January 2002 at the Air Hostess pub, Tollerton, Nottinghamshire, England - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[3 images], Peter Millington, 07-Jan-2002
Contact:
Barry Roland (barryroland@hotmail.com), Phone: 07803 125353
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Oxfordshire
Abingdon Mummers [Website]
Category:
Folk Play-acting Sub-Group
Home Town:
Abingdon, Grid Ref.: SU4997, Lat.& Long.: 51.6736, -1.2841
Description:
[None provided]
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2003 (2), 2004 (4), 2013 (2)
Media Links:
1. Abingdon Mummers performing in villages near Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England on the 19th December 2003 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[3 images], Nadine S. White, 19-Dec-2003
Contact:
Tony Legge (tonylegge@btinternet.com), Phone: 01235 520768
Part of:
Abingdon Traditional Morris Dancers
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Adderbury Mummers [Website]
Category:
Folk Play-acting Sub-Group
Home Town:
Adderbury, Grid Ref.: SP4735, Lat.& Long.: 52.0155, -1.3078
Description:
Mummers have been performing in Adderbury since 1997 as an off shoot from Adderbury Morris . In 1999 the actors were joined by Mr. Leslie's Banbury Rapper who added some additional excitement with their death defying stunts and stunning good looks. The play is based on a text passed on by Mr. Gregory Wass (born in 1920) which he learned as a boy in Derbyshire but is regularly reviewed and 'improved' with topical local additions.
Established:
1997
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2002 (1), 2003 (2), 2004 (1), 2005 (1), 2006 (1), 2008 (1), 2009 (1), 2010 (1)
Media Links:
[None registered]
Contact:
Verna Wass (verna.wass@btinternet.com), Phone: 00441295 758222
Part of:
Adderbury Morris Men
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Bampton Mummers [Website]
Category:
Folk Play-only Group
Home Town:
Bampton, Grid Ref.: SP3103, Lat.& Long.: 51.7289, -1.5439
Description:
[None provided]
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2005 (1), 2008 (1)
Media Links:
[None registered]
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Blewbury Mummers [Website]
Category:
Folk Play-only Group
Home Town:
Blewbury, Grid Ref.: SU5385, Lat.& Long.: 51.5654, -1.2281
Description:
[None provided]
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2002 (1), 2003 (1)
Media Links:
[None registered]
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Charney Bassett Mummers [Website]
Category:
Folk Play-only Group
Home Town:
Charney Bassett, Grid Ref.: SU3894, Lat.& Long.: 51.6480, -1.4450
Description:
The group was formed to reenact the Charney Bassett Mummers' play collected by G.W.W.Minns in 1860, and whose manuscript notebook was discovered in family papers in 2018.
Established:
2018
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2018 (1), 2020 (1)
Media Links:
[None registered]
Contact:
charney.history@btinternet.com
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Cropredy Mummers [Website]
Category:
Folk Play-only Group
Home Town:
Cropredy, Grid Ref.: SP4646, Lat.& Long.: 52.1169, -1.3191
Description:
Group formed to perform at new year in Cropredy and Great Bourton for charity.
Established:
2009
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2010 (1)
Media Links:
[None registered]
Contact:
Verna Wass (verna.wass@btinternet.com), Phone: 00441295758222 (Home)
Address: 3, Chapel Row, Cropredy, Banbury, Oxon
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Ducklington Mummers
Category:
Folk Play-acting Sub-Group
Home Town:
Ducklington, Grid Ref.: SP3507, Lat.& Long.: 51.7646, -1.4855
Description:
[None provided]
Performances:
Forthcoming: None registered
Past events: 2001 (1), 2002 (2), 2003 (2), 2004 (2), 2005 (1), 2006 (3), 2008 (1), 2009 (1)
Media Links:
1. Ducklington Mummers in Witney & Ducklington, Oxfordshire, England, 19th & 20th Dec.2003 - Validated link
Folk Play Research - Photo(s)
[2 images], Steven Hicks, 19-Dec-2003
Contact:
Peter West (badger@ducklington.vianw.co.uk), Phone: 01869 601451
Part of:
Ducklington Morris
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