Dance Sides performing at the festival

Alive & Kicking are based in Exeter, Devon. The group was formed in 1989 and perform music and dance from the Appalachian Mountain region of the United States.

Performing on Saturday.

Performing on Saturday and Sunday.

BB are a women's border side - 28 years strong - and still rocking it - irrespective of age - mind and body blips. We play music - dance and enjoy ourselves!

Performing on Saturday.

Bootstrap Border Morris is an enthusiastic and energetic Border Morris side based in Wellington. We dance the Devon / Somerset border tradition combining contemporary and traditional dances with old and new tunes. We contribute to the living tradition of morris by choreographing new dances with links to our local heritage. 

Performing on Saturday.

Borderline are a lively Border Morris side based in beautiful North Devon, keeping the tradition of Morris dancing alive with energy, colour and a touch of mischief.

Performing on Saturday.

Bradninch Millers Morris is a mixed side which started in 2009, formed of dancers and musicians of all ages, fitness levels and abilities.  We perform dances with sticks, wavers and staves from various traditions including Cotswold, Border, Molly and Wessex Stave.

Performing on Saturday.

Performing on Saturday and Sunday.

Performing on Saturday.

Dartington Morris is a mixed Cotswold side based in the small village of Dartington, near Totnes. We dance all around this area on Friday evenings from May to September and on special occasions throughout the year. We perform traditional Cotswold Morris dances, plus our own 'Filkins' tradition and we have a North Skelton Longsword team.

Performing on Saturday.

Enigma Border Morris is from South Somerset and their kit is black with turquoise.

Performing on Sunday.

Exeter Morris, founded in 1951, is Devon's oldest Morris side and a member of the Morris Ring. Each summer, in our black top hats and green waistcoats, we bring Cotswold Morris to town and festivals across Devon and beyond.  We've danced at major UK folk festivals, toured across Europe and are regulars at the Exeter Craft Festival, the Devon County Show and the Colyford Goose Fayre.  Since 2022 we've been Exeter's first mixed Morris side, welcoming all dancers.  Our repertoire spans around 40 traditional Cotswold dances from villages such as Adderbury, Bledington, Ilmington and Lichfield.

Performing on Saturday.

Grimspound are a Border Morris side based in Newton Abbot, named after the ancient settlement on Dartmoor beneath Hameldown Tor.  Formed in 1994 as an all-male side and inspired by this landscape, the original dancers also wanted to celebrate maleness, dancing with big sticks and distinctively heavy, stomping style.

Since then, Grimspound has opened its doors to all genders and they have adopted a more light-footed approach (and a stray dancing bear) and do their best not to take themselves too seriously.  They have a large repertoire of original dances, one of which (Tinner's Rabbits) is now danced all over the world. 

Performing on Saturday and Sunday.

Harberton Navy is a mixed Cotswold Morris side based near Totnes. We practice in Harberton on Wednesday evenings September-July and can be found out and about around Devon over the summer at local festivals and pubs.

Performing on Saturday.

We are wild hearted women of Worcestershire dancing in the Welsh Border Style with a contemporary tribal twist.  We celebrate the Celtic Wheel of the Year through dance, music and song.  Our outfits change with the four seasons of Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.

Performing on Saturday.

Hobos Morris was formed in 1993 coinciding with the 50th anniversary of D-Day.  Our name, our colours; red, black, mustard and our badge, the Raging Bull, are borrowed from the 79th Armoured division, commanded by Monty's cousin Major-General Percy Hobart (Hobo).  Hobart and his team's major contribution to D-Day was for developing 'Hobo's Funnies' - unusual army vehicles to assist in clearing obstacles assisting our forces on and past the landing beaches.

Our dancers are all female, dance style mainly border, plus some unique ones choreographed by our side.  We have a great band, based in Poole, Dorset.  Our band love to play so much that it has recorded 4 CDs, which we are delighted to sell!  For festivals, we paint our faces as tigers, for no real reason other than we prefer it to the traditional black.  We are know for our energy, enthusiasm, fun and glitter!!

We are delighted when we are able to dance with another side which has learnt one of our dances at a workshop when we can do a 'head to head' and all finish at the same time!!

Among the many folk tunes there are tunes composed by band members and we often hear the strains of 'Amoco Stomp' played at folk festival by other sides, a great compliment.

Performing on Saturday and Sunday.

Holly Copse Molly is based in Bournemouth.  We are a Molly side, slightly different dancing than traditional Morris sides.  We can be seen for miles around in our bright yellow, black and magenta costumes.  Molly dancing comes from the Fens and when Plough Boys had their day off, to try and get beer money, they would perform with face paint to be in disguise.  Some would dress like females so that if they were caught, they were not penalised as much as males for begging.  We dance for fun.

Performing on Saturday.

Isambard's Gasket Rats Morris dance a style based on the Border tradition but more ethereal, without drums but maintaining sticks and tatter coats. All of our dances and the music are written by side members, inspired by the beauty of our countryside and coast of South Devon and from our own personal experiences. We practice at The Teign Heritage Centre on a Wednesday evening during the winter and perform at various pubs and events during the summer months. Contact us on Isambardsgasketrats@gmail.com if you would like to have a go, no experience necessary.

Performing on Saturday.

Lodestone Border Morris is a lively mixed Border side based on Tavistock, West Devon.  In 2025 we are celebrating the 20th anniversary of Lodestone's formation.  We wear green, turquoise and metallic tatters to represent the mining heritage of our home area and our excellent band provide the music for our loud and colourful Border Morris dances.  

Performing on Saturday.

Majidah Tribal are a colourful dance troupe based in Exeter and surrounding areas. Their style is a fusion of steps inspired by Middle Eastern, North African, Indian and Flamenco dance performed as a free-flowing group improvisation.

Performing on Saturday.

Newton Bushel Morris are a friendly, mixed Morris side based near Newton Abbot in South Devon.  We have been dancing since 1972 in a variety of Cotswold traditions and during the summer months can be found dancing on Thursday evenings at various locations in the South Devon area.  We also enjoy performing at festivals, fetes, fairs, charity events and private functions. New dancers and musicians are welcome.  Contact us on newtonbushel23@gmail.com  

Performing on Saturday.

We are an established (2013) Plymouth based Morris side, of no fixed style, but using elements of other traditions (Border and Molly mostly). 

Our kit is based on the city's Coat of Arms.  Well, to be more precise, it's based on a variant of that design, connected with the old workhouse.  Our name's taken from the nickname of the oldest alms house in the city, the Old Church Twelves.  The dances are based on local history, folklore and tradition, each dance with its own story and we're putting these routines together as a sort of 'creative democracy'.

Performing on Sunday.

Otter Morris are a Border side dancing in the colours of the oak tree throughout the seasons. We bring our sticks, some original dances and loads of enthusiasm. With around 40 regular members, you can expect a performance to remember.

Performing on Saturday.

Formed in 1991, Raddon Hill celebrate the dances and traditions of North West Morris which originated in the cotton mills and factories of the North West of England.  The dances were performed by factory workers on feast days, holidays and in carnivals. We meet to practice on Tuesdays 8.00-9.30pm at Kingsteignton Community Hall from October - end of April and dance out at local venues throughout the Summer Months.

Performing on Saturday.

Performing on Sunday.

Shuffle the Deck is a longstanding Appalachian dance group based in South Brent.  Formed in 1995 and now consisting of 9 dancers, for many years they have given a lively and varied performance at Teignmouth Folk Festival to Old Time American music.

Performing on Saturday.

Sidmouth Steppers are a North West Morris side based in Sidmouth, Devon. We dance in the  traditional style, in clogs and use garlands, hankies, sticks and bobbins when dancing. We have been dancing as a side for 26 years and still have some original members. We enjoy dancing out on the Esplanade in Sidmouth on a Tuesday night during the season and at days of dance and festivals.

Performing on Saturday.

Somerfyr Morris are an all female Border Morris Side, bright, folksy and cheerful.  We hail from South Somerset and take inspiration from Somerset folklore and landscape.

Performing on Saturday.

A mixed border side hailing from Sutton in the Southern reaches of the Cambridgeshire fens. Sutton Masque are an explosive and vibrant side recognisable by their green man inspired kit. They pride themselves on being an all-inclusive side with a passion for dancing, fun and friendship. Sutton Masque have been very fortunate to dance at festivals and events all over the UK and always draw a crowd with their energetic performances. They are known for being a very sociable bunch so do find them and say hello!

Performing on Saturday and Sunday.

Tywardreath Morris are a real village based side with the majority of our members living within a couple of miles of our base. We dance mainly Cotswold style dances from Adderbury, Horsham and Lichfield.  We also do a few 'Border' style dances including the two oldest surviving Morris dances from Cornwall.  Our colours of White, Gold and Black are symbolic of Cornwall.

Performing on Saturday.

Wild Moon Morris are a mixed dark border Morris Side who celebrate Somerset folklore.  Hailing from the Isle of Avalon and the surrounding Somerset levels, they are identified by their silver and black tatters and top hats.  They bring their reputation of high energy, quick movement and loud cries to all their dances.

Performing on Saturday and Sunday.

Established in 1990 in Devon, the side includes men and women and a number of young people.  The group performs a mix of styles, including Cotswold, Bampton and our own dances. We regularly dance at local venues and village fairs.

Performing on Saturday.

Winterbourne Down Border Morris is a dance side for men and women based just north-east of Bristol UK.  We practise in All Saints Church Hall, Winterbourne Down on Monday nights starting at 8.15 - practice sessions are very informal - no prior dancing skills are required, everything will be taught in a friendly group session.  Summer evenings see us out and about, dancing at local pubs - see the calendar page on our website www.wdbm.co.uk for details.  We also attend festivals throughout the year around the Bristol area.  Every Boxing Day the Mummers and Morris dancers perform around the village and collect money in aid of charity.

Performing on Sunday.

Wreckers Border Morris is a vibrant and energetic side, originating from the border between Cornwall and England. We perform both traditional and original dances, but always with our inimitable flare and charismatic style.  The band will captivate you with their wall of sound, never missing a chance to lift the dancers and audience to a new level of fun.

We dance like it matters!

Performing on Saturday.