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Goathland Plough Stots Yorkshire County dance team performing ancient ceremony of dancing
Goathland Plough Stots Yorkshire County dance team performing ancient ceremony of dancing before every house in village of Goatland, Yorks.
The Goathland Plough Stots are a rare example of a once widespread rural tradition that acknowledged the importance of the plough and celebrated it with sword dancing, music and folk plays. Similar traditions are known to have existed in other parts of Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire and Northumberland, where they were known as the Plough Boys, Bullock Lads, Ploo Jags (plough Jacks) and the Fond or Fool Plough.
January 1950
022214/1
Holland
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Goathland
North Yorkshire
England
Media ID 21336666
© Mirrorpix
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This print captures a mesmerizing moment in time - the Goathland Plough Stots Yorkshire County dance team performing an ancient ceremony of dancing. The village of Goathland, located in the picturesque county of Yorkshire, comes alive as these talented dancers bring forth a tradition that dates back centuries. The significance of this rural tradition lies in its acknowledgment of the plough's importance and its celebration through sword dancing, music, and folk plays. The Goathland Plough Stots are a rare example of this once widespread custom that has now become increasingly scarce. Similar traditions were observed in other parts of Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, and Northumberland under different names such as Plough Boys, Bullock Lads, Ploo Jags (plough Jacks), or Fond or Fool Plough. As we delve into January 1950 through this photograph's lens by Holland from Memory Lane Prints (not affiliated with any company), we witness men adorned in traditional attire engaging in intricate sword dances. Their synchronized movements exude grace and strength while their swords glisten under the winter sun. This image is not just about customs and traditions; it encapsulates history itself. It reminds us to cherish our cultural heritage and appreciate those who have preserved these age-old rituals for generations to come. Let us immerse ourselves in this timeless scene where past meets present - a testament to the enduring spirit of community and artistry found within small villages like Goathland.
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