Saddleworth Morris Men invite yourself and your side to attend the Rushcart in 2024, on Friday 23rd August to Sunday 25th August (the Bank Holiday weekend).
We have a get together on the Friday evening at a local pub and Saturday sees attending sides pull the ‘Cart around the villages of Saddleworth with many pub stops (for well-deserved liquid refreshments!) and, importantly, the odd bit of dancing throughout the day.
On Sunday, the ‘Cart is pulled up from The Commie at about 10.30am to the Church Inn pub and Saddleworth Church for the spreading of rushes on the church floor.
Dancing at arenas outside the Church Inn and Cross Keys pubs takes place as well as competitions throughout the afternoon (gurning, worst singer and clog stepping etc.). There is then a traditional get together at the Church Inn to finish a fantastic weekend.
As in previous years, outdoor camping (£5 per pitch inc tents, caravans/motorhomes) will be available for the weekend covering Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening.
Indoor camping.at £5 per person per night is now confirmed at the usual venue, The Lee Street "school" - St Chad Saddleworth - Parish Centre, Station Road, Uppermill, Oldham, OL3 6HQ (featuring several Kennet MM).
For more details contact Jonny Frankel (Rushcart Secretary) saddleworthmorris [at] gmail.com
