Comments on: The Pearly Kings & Queens’ Harvest Festival

By: Tiddily Winkie Woo

Tiddily Winkie Woo — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:30:04 +0000

Oh my lordy! This is just such a magnificent festival! I go every time that it is held! I absobloodylutely love the maypole dancing and the hobby horsing. Though I may be too old for that, I still enjoy watching my great grandchildren enjoying themselves at this beautiful festival. I am so thankful that so many people can now recognize the Pearly Kings and Queens festival because of you! When I visited the United States, I was so dumbfounded that nobody knew what this festival was! How bizzare! Thank you for your wonderful service.
Sincerely,
Tiddly WInkie Woo.

By: Marcia Howard

Marcia Howard — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 14:38:31 +0000

What an amazing sight it all must have been. I would have loved to have witnessed all the mayors in a spot of maypole dancing!

By: Achim

Achim — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 13:29:54 +0000

A beautiful tradition which is followed there!

Love & Peace
ACHIM

By: Mary

Mary — Mon, 30 Sep 2019 07:36:37 +0000

Magnificent! Thank goodness some of our great British traditions are still alive. It is lovely to see the children’s involvement so hopefully the Pearlies will continue and thrive.

By: Pamela Traves

Pamela Traves — Sun, 29 Sep 2019 12:11:32 +0000

I Loved the Wonderful Clothing the Families wore. It was Very Amazing!! ????????

By: Robin

Robin — Sat, 28 Sep 2019 17:43:46 +0000

Wonderful! What a visual treat. Long may the Pearly Kings and Queens reign!

By: Helen Breen

Helen Breen — Sat, 28 Sep 2019 10:44:51 +0000

Greetings from Boston,

GA, what a colorful, rich tradition these Pearlies maintain. Especially admired “Queen Victoria” with her little veil (although I am sure that has a special name) and the children. They were all so spirited. Where did they get all those buttons? From my experience, they are a scarce commodity on this side of the pond.

Cheers!

By: Lynne Perrella

Lynne Perrella — Sat, 28 Sep 2019 10:15:24 +0000

I’ve been vaguely familiar with the concept of “pearly” garments over the years — but THIS is a visual bonanza. For the first time, I really caught the vibe of intense individuality expressed through costume — plus the collective kindred spirit of this tradition. Each garment is spirited and full of expressive swagger. And I can’t help but think of the hours required to skillfully create each garment. ( Almost reminds me of the Mardi Gras “Indian” regalia here in the US, replete with
endless sequins.) The “making” is almost as important/significant as the “wearing”.
As a History of Costume buff, this is so wonderful. And as a human-seeking-positive-vibes,
this is SO wonderful. You’ve made my day — again!
Thanks, as ever, for the optimism.

By: Greg Tingey

Greg Tingey — Sat, 28 Sep 2019 07:31:57 +0000

As last year ( & several before that ) I will be there, performing ( & probably getting wet )

For last year’s show see – we appear at about 47.30 in ……

By: Valerie-Jael

Valerie-Jael — Sat, 28 Sep 2019 06:31:04 +0000

Lovely to see these traditions still being enjoyed. Valerie