John writes: Our thanks to the dancers, friends and family who met on Thursday 4th December to put the finishing touches to our Christmas tree (St Mary’s Adderbury, annual Christmas tree festival). As well as a magnificent woollen model of a Morris Man, knitted by Musician Sue last year, our decorations were enhanced by a wonderful set of dancers and musicians in AVMM kit, made by Svetlana out of salt dough and beautifully painted to represent individuals in the side. Whilst Musician Donald might be easy to identify, see if you can spot which model shows the Squire or the other quirky characters which make up the team as it comes to the end of the 50th anniversary of the revival side which keeps the tradition of village dances and songs faithfully recorded by Janet Blunt alive for future generations to enjoy.

Members and supporters are encouraged to come along to the festival over the next few days (where you can vote for our tree!). We are dancing at the St Mary’s, festival between 12.30 and 1.15pm on Saturday 6th December.

Additionally, our forthcoming events are:

‘The Story of the Dancer’ (Donald’s powerful story about the World War I Christmas truce) Wed 10th December, Preston on Stour Village Hall, Warwickshire 7.30pm

Boxing Day Dance Out Adderbury, Meet at The Coach and Horses at 12.15pm Friday, 26th December. Our thanks to Sarah for the lovely photo of our tree!