Barwick-in-Elmet Maypole Trust

Barwick-in-Elmet Maypole Trust Barwick-in-Elmet - home to Britain's tallest maypole! Barwick-in-Elmet is home to Britain's tallest traditional maypole.

At nearly 90 feet, it's a proud focal point in the centre of the village. For centuries, the maypole has been lowered every three years at Easter, for repairs and re-painting, before being raised again in May, accompanied by traditional maypole dancing by local school children, the crowning of a Maypole Queen and a procession through the village. Barwick Maypole Trust are endeavouring to maintain

this great Yorkshire tradition, although the ever present spectre of 'Health & Safety', along with increasing insurance costs, mean this isn't the easiest of tasks. You can support us by attending our annual Beer Festival, or our triennial Maypole Festival (the next one being in 2017). We always need volunteers too, so if you think you can help, please get in touch!

Barwick-in-Elmet Beer Festival isn't just a highlight of the local calendar - it's also a fantastic and really important...
20/03/2026

Barwick-in-Elmet Beer Festival isn't just a highlight of the local calendar - it's also a fantastic and really important fundraiser for the Maypole Trust.

But we can't put it on without sponsors and we're sorry to say we're falling a little short so far this year. We need sponsors for each barrel of beer, plus there's opportunities to support our live music acts. So local traders, shops, pubs, restaurants - now's your chance to promote your business whilst helping a truly great cause!

Get in touch with Barwick-in-Elmet Beer Festival via their page, or email them at [email protected] for more details

Thank you! 😊

Afternoon all. Just a quick reminder that we're still very much on the look-out for prizes for the raffle we'll be holdi...
22/02/2026

Afternoon all. Just a quick reminder that we're still very much on the look-out for prizes for the raffle we'll be holding at our upcoming Fashion Show.

A bottle of Prosecco, a box of chocolates, a meal at one of our fine village pubs, a manicure, or even an adorable cuddly toy. It'll add a bit of fun to what already promises to be a fabulous night and - of course - will raise funds for our beloved Maypole Trust.

Get in touch if you can help - thank you! ☺️

Not long now until our fantabulous Fashion Show!! If you haven't got your ticket yet, don't delay as they're selling fas...
20/02/2026

Not long now until our fantabulous Fashion Show!! If you haven't got your ticket yet, don't delay as they're selling faster than designer frocks at a closing-down sale!

We're holding a raffle at the Show, so we're on the look-out for some spectacular prizes to tempt folk with. If you're able to make any suitable donation it would be gratefully received. If any local pubs/business can provide a prize we will - of course - give full billing to their kind donation.

And as ever, everything raised goes towards our beloved Maypole Trust!

Reply or message if you can help us out. Thank you ☺️

The Devil may well wear Prada, but the best-dressed fashionistas of Barwick can go one better this Spring at the Handbag...
06/02/2026

The Devil may well wear Prada, but the best-dressed fashionistas of Barwick can go one better this Spring at the Handbags & Gladrags Fashion Show and Cheese & Wine event!

View the finest collections and prêt-à-porter fashions that this hotbed of couture has to offer, whilst enjoying a glass of wine and a terrific selection of charcuterie.

There's also a full bar, a raffle and live music to keep you entertained.

And best of all, it's all in aid of Barwick Maypole Trust, so you'll be supporting our much-loved village tradition!

Tickets are £15 each which includes a fine array of meats and cheeses. Tickets are available from Gladrags on Main Street or by emailing [email protected]

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The Cross, Barwick-in-Elmet
Leeds
LS154JP

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