An illustrated talk by Amy Webb of The Lost Giants
Discover the world of processional giants and their place within British folk traditions. Amy will share insights from her ongoing research into this centuries-old custom, exploring the many giants documented across British history, how they are made, and the cultural roles they have played over time.
Friday 9th January 10am – 12pm The Old Chapel, Godolphin Cross FREE — donations welcome
We can’t share photos of any of Tregona’s young giantmakers in action so here’s some snapshots of us putting her all together. 29 woven patches, batik paintings, engraved tin charms and 2 giant block printed arms, sewn together to create Tregona, the giant of Tregonning Hill inspired by Stephen Polglase’s tale ‘The Last Giants’. This …
by Amy Webb, The Lost Giants Mal is a lemon slug. And like many—if not all—slugs, Mal doesn’t have a voice. But like so many ancient woodland indicator species, Mal carries a deep, instinctive yearning to exist. A right to simply be and a right to be heard. Over the past few months, as Mal has grown, I’ve come …
What a joy it was to be invited to lead the Carleen Tea Treat procession, joined by a fantastic group of musicians! A special way to celebrate the seasons bounty and welcome the start of the harvest season in Nanny Goat Country — crowned by a glorious serpent dance around Trew Green
UPCOMING TALK: Giants of British Folk
An illustrated talk by Amy Webb of The Lost Giants
Discover the world of processional giants and their place within British folk traditions. Amy will share insights from her ongoing research into this centuries-old custom, exploring the many giants documented across British history, how they are made, and the cultural roles they have played over time.
Friday 9th January
10am – 12pm
The Old Chapel, Godolphin Cross
FREE — donations welcome
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