Everyone has been busy working hard getting workshops, dance callers, dances and Singers Gather plus we wish to continue the Pub/bar sessions.  The intention is to have a Concert or variety show, but as always it relies upon volunteers who wish to perform on the Sunday evening.  The Family Festival with Maypole and other activities is looking good and it is confirmed that we will have the ‘Bedtime stories again next year, which we are very pleased about.  There is still space to volunteer if you wish to help us and run a workshop or help with anything that you feel could and would be willing to help at any time during our Festival.  A very big thank you to those who have already volunteered, and we are looking forward to next year very much.

If you have any questions or want to offer your services in any way, please contact :  fdsgspringfestivaleaster2026@outlook.com

The Mummers has not been a part of the Spring Festival since the pre Covid days and we would like to get this going again in 2026. We tried in 2025 but there was little or no interest and there are probably many reasons for this. One reason is that the four workshops it requires will inevitably present clashes with other workshops that people would like to attend.

In order to try and overcome this we are suggesting that some of the ‘casting’ and rehearsing could be done in advance over the internet therefore reducing the number of sessions required at the meet. If anybody is interested in being part of the Mummers then please contact Mick Topliss on mtopliss7@gmail.com or on 07590 427909 for more information.

A few updates about the festival