About us
Priston Jubilee Morris is a Cotswold Morris 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.
Upcoming events 2009
| Date | Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 6 July | The Rose & Crown, Hinton Charterhouse, BA2 7SN | 20:00 |
| Monday 13 July | The Ring O Bells, Priston, BA2 9EE | 20:00 |
| Thursday 16 July | Somerton Dance Event - centre of Somerton | 19:30 for 20:00 |
| Saturday 18 July | Sweet Coppin, Taunton | 11:00 start, massed stand 16:00 to 16:45 |
| Monday 20 July | Ring o' Bells, Hinton Blewitt (out beyond Temple Cloud), BS39 5AN | 20:00 |
| Monday 27 July | The Queen's Arms, Silver Street, Chew Magna, BS40 8RQ | 20:00 |
| Saturday 1 August | Dancing at the Alhampton Inn, BA4 6PY | 12:00 for 12:30 |
| Wednesday 9 September | Priston Village Green | 20:00 |
| Friday-Sunday 11-13 September | Swanage Folk Festival | Weekend |
| Sunday 20 September | Priston Festival | 12:00 |