“Country dances” – often referred to as “Playford” dances after the first publisher of instruction books – were popular from the 17th to early 19th century as a sociable and light-hearted relief from the formal dances of court or the precise stepping at a Regency Ball.
Nigel Close will lead a dance workshop, to teach you the basics then, after a break, a chance to enjoy some of the dances that the young Jane Austen loved. The dancing session will include light refreshments at the interval.
There will be live music by Pete & Sue Hall

 Saturday 27th June 2026

Timings: 6.30 – 7.30pm Workshop; 8pm – 8.30pm interval/buffet; 8.00pm – 10.30pm Dancing
Ticket cost – £45.00 Price includes light buffet.