Athelhampton - O Flow’ry May
When? 01 May 2024
Where? Athelhampton House & Gardens - Dorchester
Join esteemed folk musician Tim Laycock, assisted by folk singer Alastair Braidwood, for an evening of words and music from the county and beyond all to do with Spring, May Day, the turning of the year towards summer, and the people who live and worked, past and present, on the land.
These two local actors and musicians join forces to bring readings and poems from Thomas Hardy and William Barnes, traditional folk tunes and songs, and hearty good cheer together for an enjoyable and educational evening celebrating May Day, and all its associated traditions.
Supper from 6pm (Pre Bookings only)
Help yourself from a delicious Dorset Ploughmans Buffet, with local cheeses, meats, quiche, breads, pickles, and fruits, washed down with a glass of wine, followed by Dessert.
Great Hall Door opens 7pm for 'seat' only tickets
Performance starts 7.30pm
There will be a short interval, performance time is approximately 2 hours.
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