The practice has its roots in ancient pagan traditions that were persecuted by the Puritans.
Maypole dancing on May Day to welcome the spring is a long-held tradition, and these pictures show dances across Oxfordshire, across time.
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In pictures: 24 colourful photos of the 152nd annual Gawthorpe Maypole procession
The sun shined over Gawthorpe last weekend as the annual Maypole Procession returned.
Maypole dancing on May Day to welcome the spring is a long-held tradition, and these pictures show dances across Oxfordshire, ...
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