For more than 200 years people have gathered in Grenoside, to the north of Sheffield, to witness the annual Boxing Day sword dance. And for one family their association with the event dates back ...

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Steve Mettam's great-grandfather, Harry Housely (centre), captained the Grenoside Sword Dancers in 1938 [Grenoside Sword Dancers] For more than 200 years people have gathered in Grenoside, to the ...

Dozens of spectators gathered in Sheffield's Grenoside to watch the historic tradition of the annual Boxing Day sword dance. Wearing specialised clogs to create a rhythmic tramp, the Grenoside Sword ...

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An ancient tradition will return once again this Boxing Day, drawing crowds eager to witness a unique piece of living history. The Redcar Sword Dancers will perform their 59th annual Greatham sword ...