Chance to celebrate an old tradition
OAKWELL Hall in Birstall will offer traditional May Day celebrations to mark the Bank Holiday on Monday.
Visitors can watch maypole dancing demonstrations by pupils from St Patrick’s School, Birstall, and enjoy some country dancing with authentic 16th to 18th century music, played by the Leeds Waits.
There will also be the chance to see some traditionally decorated horses.
The free event has been organised by the Friends of Oakwell Hall, who will be running a tea stall alongside the activities on the front lawn of the Hall, on Nutter Lane.
Maypole dancing demonstrations will take place at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm, with the country dancing at 1.30pm, 2.30pm, and 3.30pm.
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