About us
Priston Jubilee Morris is a mens Cotswold dance side based a few miles southwest of Bath (Somerset, UK) in the village of Priston.
Formed in 1977, in honour of Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee, we perform regularly in Priston and the surrounding villages, especially on New Year's Day and during May Day celebrations.
Our philosophy is to keep the social tradition and spirit of Morris dancing alive, so the dances are enjoyable for both dancers and audience alike, as well as being a simple yet vibrant celebration of life.
Come and join us
We're always on the look-out for dancers and/or musicians - the more the merrier. Whether you want to dance or add to the musical ensemble, the practices are informal, good fun, an alternative way to get fit and an opportunity to make new friends. With a growing interest in local, traditional, social and fitness pursuits, Morris dancing is the perfect activity for everyone. See some pictures of us in action.
We practice in Priston Village Hall on Monday evenings from 8.30pm, so come along and join us or contact us for more information.
If you are a lady looking for a local Morris side, you might like to contact our friends and neighbours Somerset Morris, who practice on Thursday nights two miles down the road in the village of Marksbury. Or if you live further afield, you can look for a local Morris side by visiting the Morris Federation and their 'Side Finder'.
See us at:
The Widders Weekend of Music and Dance
3 July, Chepstow Town Centre, Wales
11.00am mass processional through the town, starting on the England side of Wye Bridge and dancing into Wales. We will be one of the 25 colourful Morris sides and two groups of belly dancers.
12.35-1:50pm Beaufort Square (official dance spot 1) Priston Morris will be performing alongside Clerical Error, Old Meg and Carreg Las.
We will also be dancing at other times between 11am to 4pm all over the town, so don't miss this spectacle...it's all FREE!