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.