https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/morris/Recent content in morris on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usSun, 07 Jun 2026 05:27:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/maypole-mayhem-morris-dancers-barred-from-beloved-midland-festival/Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:27:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/maypole-mayhem-morris-dancers-barred-from-beloved-midland-festival/The Lichfield Bower, a cherished Midland festival that signals the start of summer and dates back to the 12th century, became the scene of an unexpected controversy this year. A prominent group of morris dancers, known for their integral role in the late May Bank Holiday procession, were unexpectedly banned from participating, sparking outrage among locals and supporters. Organisers of the historic event cited the reason as the morris dancers’ failure to adhere to parade instructions, resulting in significant delays.