Royal Oak's 30th Anniversary

Royal Oak Morris celebrated its 30th anniversary on the 3rd of October 2015 with over a hundred guests including visiting sides and past members of the side. We all danced at the Royal Oak in Eydon and the Cross Keys in Byfield followed by a feast at the village hall in Byfield.

The celebration was attended by 

Brackley Morris Men

Braybrooke Morris Dancers

Hereburgh Morris

KickStart Appalachian

Mason’s Apron

Plum Jerkum Border Morris

Stony Steppers

Wicket Brood

The original members of the side, Kevin and Sue Lodge and Pat & John Cannell, who are still members, were presented with engraved tankards. All attendees were presented with a commemorative badge and bottle of cider.

Royal Oak premiered their new dance "The Anniversary Waltz" during the party, which was specially written for the event by Jane Murray, with music written by Pat Cannell.

The following photographs were taken during the day.