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 B**r 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 B**r Festival isn't just a highlight of the local calendar - it's also a fantastic and really important...
20/03/2026

Barwick-in-Elmet B**r 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 b**r, 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 B**r Festival via their page, or email them at barwickb**[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 & W**e event!

View the finest collections and prêt-à-porter fashions that this hotbed of couture has to offer, whilst enjoying a glass of w**e 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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