Galliard Folk Dancers

Galliard Folk Dancers

We are rehearsing and are available for bookings – indoors or outdoors

Galliard Folk Dancers are a group of English folk dancers from across Lancashire who perform a wide variety of English country dances, ranging from present day folk dances to older dances written as far back as the mid 1600s. Many are in the Playford style including those danced by Jane Austen, and now made famous by Miss Bennett and Mr Darcy in the Pride and Prejudice film.

We perform in costume at a variety of venues from local fetes, summer and Christmas fairs to international festivals such as Europeade representing England and Lancashire. Our costumes are in three styles: Regency costume, Victorian costume and 17th century Countryperson costume. (see About menu: Dance costumes)

We are available to perform at functions, workshops or events, across the North West of England, dancing in costume to suit your event. If you would like, we can include audience participation dances so you can join in or experience being Mr Darcy or Miss Elizabeth Bennett.

Upcoming Events

Gawthorpe Hall, Padium, near Burnley: Saturday 6 December 2024 (Victorian costume)

Recent Events

A short video showing Galliard Folk Dancers at various locations, showing short clips of the group’s activities from practise sessions in Preston to dance performances in different locations and costumes.

Black Nag performed at Gawthorpe Hall accompanied by Chorley Cakes Ceilidh Band.