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Category: Festivals & Outdoor Events Seasonal
Event Tags: Ashmore Events
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Date: Fri, 23rd June 2023
Time: 7:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Filly Loo, Ashmore
Booking Required: No
Price: £Free
Ashmore Filly Loo
Details
The Ashmore Filly Loo is a traditional folk festival that takes place on or around the summer solstice in the village of Ashmore, Dorset. The origins of the Filly Loo are uncertain, but it is believed to have pagan roots and may have been a fertility ritual in the past. Today, the Filly Loo is a celebration of the summer season and is enjoyed by both locals and visitors to the area.
The Ashmore Filly Loo takes place on the Friday nearest to the summer solstice. The event celebrates the longest day of the year and the filling of the village pond.
The Filly Loo begins with a procession led by the Green Man, a mythical figure representing nature and fertility. The procession is followed by Morris dancers, a band, and other performers. There is also a variety of stalls selling food, drink, and crafts.
In the evening, the Abbots Bromley Horn Dance is performed. This ancient dance is thought to be a fertility rite and features men dressed as deer with antlers on their heads. The dance is accompanied by music and singing.
The Filly Loo is a fun and festive event that celebrates the summer solstice and the natural world. It is a great opportunity to come together with the community and enjoy a day of dancing, music, and food.
Here are some additional details about the event:
- The Filly Loo is free to attend.
- There is a car park on the road into the village from the North side.
- There are a variety of food and drink stalls, as well as stalls selling crafts and other goods.
- The Filly Loo is a great opportunity for families to come together and enjoy a day of fun and festivities.
Location
Filly Loo (View more Events at this Location)The Village Pond, Ashmore, Dorset, SP5 5AQ United Kingdom
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