Part 1 of the Merrydowners morris side dancing at the Swanage Folk Festival 2009.
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Great slapdance. I've seen Germans do something similar in leiderhosen and Tyrolean hats, but I like yours better. I also like the way the man with a horsehead takes care of the little boy. Warm moment.
McGrenzer 1 year ago
Dances that entertain the crowd and look like good fun. Well done. Beats what most teams do.
Morris4beer 2 years ago
Merrydowners Swanage - great stuff.Practise makes perfect. Loved the big guy with the horses head.
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nouriafshar 2 years ago
Looks like fun!
chastemoon 2 years ago