Morris dancers perform to mark May Day
The Leicester Morrismen performed their first of many May Day dances at Bradgate Park at 07:00 BSTMorris dancers have performed their traditional May Day routine at Bradgate Park, Leicestershire.
The Leicester Morrismen started their dawn routine at 07:00 BST in front of the local landmark known as Old John.Morris dancing involves performers - often wearing hats and bells on their legs - wielding handkerchiefs, sticks or swords, to the accompaniment of folk music.
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