Phoenix encountered a showery day at Eastcote House Gardens, on Saturday 6th June. Fortunately though we managed to pretty much dodge these, to dance 3 sets over the afternoon. There was time for refreshments, a welcome ice cream (or two) and a browse around the numerous side stalls. Oh, and there was also a dragon on the loose, terrorising kids & adults alike!

(All pictures courtesy of Liese Rammi, Phoenix Dancer)

Karen in the middle of a flurry of handkerchiefs.

Phoenix Squire & ‘jigmaster’ Andrew.

Phoenix in full flow.

Phoenix Musicians; Dennis, Judith, & Lily, dancer/musician.

Hankies at 12 noon!

Refreshment is on its way, pronto!

Watch out – there’s a dragon about!

Oh, it’s ok. It’s only Norman (Phoenix-Wood) He’s a double-barrelled dragon, you see! 😂

Go get ’em, Norman!

It’s the two… Ians, of course!

Two very fine Phoenix musicians.

A sticking tussle!

Ian, Jo, Karen & Ro. (That has quite a ring to it)🤔

Ro is showing her enjoyment here. which is what it’s all about. As our logo says “We do it for fun”

Karen also looking happy! 😀

L-R. Steve, Anne, Lily, & Laurence

And sticks up to finish.

Bank Holiday Monday, 25th May was a real scorcher of day. Phoenix danced three sets at Denham Village Fayre. We completed the first set, wearing our waistcoats as usual, but it soon became apparent that shirt sleeves would be the order of the day due to the heat. But as they say “The show must go on” and so did Phoenix!

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Seeking solace in the shade between dance sets..

Ian & Jo cooling off with a quick paddle!

Andrew trying his hand at toilet roll throwing!

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Charlie & Lily keeping their cool.

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Fun & games over. It’s back to dancing. (Minus waistcoats)

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All pictures c/o Phoenix members with thanks.

PART 2. BATCHWORTH BOAT RALLY. SUNDAY 17th MAY.

We were back on home ground at the annual Batchworth Boat Rally in Rickmansworth, on Sunday.

We danced firstly at Batchworth Lock, then going along the towpath, to dance in the Aquadrome park. With of course, a break for lunch. (Morris dancing consumes a lot of energy that needs replenishing) Later we returned back along the towpath to the lock, for our final performance of the day.

(Pictures are again, courtesy of various Phoenix members & their associates)

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Now at the Aquadrome for more dancing.

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The red in our kit, really shows up like this!

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Musicians, Judith & Alan.

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Back at Batchworth Lock.

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Judith & Dennis

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A couple of scenes of the boats along the canal, at the rally.

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PART 1 of 2. WINCHESTER MAYFEST. SATURDAY 16th MAY.

Phoenix had a very busy weekend recently, with events on both days.

Saturday 16th May, we attended Winchester Mayfest, in Hampshire, with many other sides. Dance spots included inside The Great Hall, where the legendary Round Table associated with King Arthur, hangs. Also outside of Winchester Cathedral, and other areas slong High Street.

(Pictures are courtesy of various Phoenix members, & their associates)

Ready to start, in Winchester’s Great Hall. Note the Round Table on the far wall.

Dancing in the Great Hall

In dance on High Street.

Continuing on High Street.

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Dancing outside Winchester Cathedral.

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Some of the side pictured with the Mayor.

As it says on the flag.

“Taking 5” between dances. Debbie (sitting left). Robert (middle) retired dancer & occasional musician. Steve (standing over him) And Judith, musician on the right.

More from High Street. With Andrew, Ro & Lily helping out another side.

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Wednesday 13th May. We shared a pub outing with our friends Wicket Brood (from Bricket Wood, of course!) There were doubts about the weather, it being a showery day, with occasional heavy bursts. But it brightened up to a clear, if chilly evening. Unfortunately the only audience was mostly us Morris, But that didn’t stop an enjoyable time being had by all.

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