In 1968 a new Morris force sprung onto the local scene when the Dolphin Morris Men were formed. A letter, dated 30^th August 1969, sent to the Morris Ring explains that:

‘In January 1967 the NTMC [Nottingham Traditional Music club] came into being. At the helm of the club was Roy Harris whose aim it was to widen the horizons of the NTMC into a club embracing all aspects of our folk heritage. This was to include dancing and especially Morris, both to be an integral part of the clubs activities’.

The very next week an advert appeared in the Club newsletter;

‘WANTED!!!

A number of sturdy males
to form an N.T.M.C. Morris Team

No experience necessary,
- but strong legs and
lungs are vital. It’s not
so “pansy” as most people
seem to think. Have a go!

Let’s get our own club
team into action’.

The NTMC Morris team was on its way and the first practice was organized for the following January. Thus began a story that would span the next forty years and beyond...

THE DOLPHIN MORRIS STORY

The Dolphin History is currently being updated and re-formatted for the web. Please check again later in the year.

 

SOME LOCAL HISTORY ASSOCIATED
WITH DOLPHIN MORRIS

The Gate to Southwell procession:
The annual procession from Nottingham to Southwell  started in 1109! Follow the link to  the Gate History in all its splendour.

The Dolphin Pub:
The pub that gave Dolphin Morris their name, and their badge! The link opens a pdf document in a new browser window.

The Bradmore Plaque:
The story of the Bradmore Morris team who, in 1618, were fined for dancing on the Sabbath.
Opens a pdf document in a new browser window.

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Almost everything in the History section of the Dolphin web site is here because our archivist, Andy Padmore, has searched for the information, catalogued and recorded it, and made it available in electronic form. Weeks, months, years of searching, scanning, typing and copying have given us what must be the most comprehensive record of any morris team. Thanks, Andy!