About
Plum Jerkum are the town of Warwick's very own mixed Border Morris side. We practise most alternate Monday evenings, 8pm - 10 pm, in the Northgate Methodist Church Hall on the corner of Barrack Street and Northgate Street in Warwick town centre.
Plum Jerkum dance in the Border Morris Tradition which originated in the counties bordering on Wales - Shropshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire - and we uphold the tradition of wearing colourful rag jackets.
Plum Jerkum dance in the Border Morris Tradition which originated in the counties bordering on Wales - Shropshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire - and we uphold the tradition of wearing colourful rag jackets.
Border Morris was a winter tradition but nowadays you can see us all year round at local and national events and festivals. In January, you can see us in the village of Long Itchington on our annual Wassail tour where we drive 'evil beasties' from the fruit trees to promote a good harvest to make Plum Jerkum cider.
Plum Jerkum is named after a cider brewed from plums which is reputed to leave the 'head crystal clear while paralyzing the legs'. The casual observer must decide for themselves whether this in any way influences our style of dancing!
The side was formed by Max and Rose Smith in 1986, originally in the village of Eathorpe. Being a mixed side, it gave men and women the opportunity to dance together, which had not previously been possible in the area.
Potential dancers and musicians are equally welcome as we are known for our 'big band'.
Also see our Facebook page for more photos, videos and information.
The side was formed by Max and Rose Smith in 1986, originally in the village of Eathorpe. Being a mixed side, it gave men and women the opportunity to dance together, which had not previously been possible in the area.
Potential dancers and musicians are equally welcome as we are known for our 'big band'.
Also see our Facebook page for more photos, videos and information.
