British folk traditions
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There are many strange and unusual folk customs in the UK, some with very deep roots, others surprisingly modern. We'll be collecting them all here.
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Shin-kicking world champion defends crown after training by hitting his legs with a hammer
(www.gloucestershirelive.co.uk)
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In Pictures: Crowds gather to celebrate Beltain with burning of 40ft wicker man
(www.shropshirestar.com)
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Church with oldest written reference to morris dancing in Sussex funds apprentice bells for Sompting Village Morris
(www.sussexexpress.co.uk)
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Horse skulls and harmony singing – two winter customs which bring people in Wales together
(theconversation.com)
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Pagan origins of Halloween and Bonfire Night: from the archive, 31 October 1906
(www.theguardian.com)
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