A great interview with Dave Brewis, the filmmaker behind the incredible new TV series 'Gatherings', a documentary following the folk customs and gatherings in the UK. We chat about filming Sowerby Bridge Rushbearing, The Haxey Hood, Bonfire in Rye, Jedburgh Hand Ba, Abbots Bromley Horn Dance and the Burry Man.

• Authentic approach using the voices of the people
• The atmosphere of these large folk gatherings
• Folklore and folk gatherings bringing harmony and togetherness

Watch the series here at gatherings.tv

Available on Apple TV, Amazon Prime and YouTube movies.

We have also discussed similar folk gatherings in some previous episodes

Hastings Jack in the Green - https://dreamswarm-podcast.castos.com/episodes/jack-in-the-green-hastings-jack

Mummers Plays - https://dreamswarm-podcast.castos.com/episodes/christmas-mummers-plays-wantage-mummers

Krampus Runs - https://dreamswarm-podcast.castos.com/episodes/krampus-with-al-ridenhour