22 - 25 May 2026
22 - 25
May
2026
Ilmington with New Esperance (Workshop)
On:Saturday 23rd May 2026
Starting at:12:00
Finishing at:13:00
Entry by:Weekend or Day tickets Only
Where:Ruze
The new venue The Ruze is a purpose-built live music and events venue in Chippenham, Wiltshire, created for performance, creativity and connection.

Just a short 5 minute walk out of town once you know the right way. Head out of Island Park towards Olympiad and walk to the top Olympiad carpark. Walk through the car park and into the road next door which will lead you to Station Hill. Cross the road and head for the train station. To the left of the train station is a footbridge crossing the railway (a lift is available). Once over the bridge exit the train station carpark to the left and take the lane to the left. Follow down a short way and you will find The Ruze just after Cousin Norman's on your right.

New Esperance Morris has breathed new life into the Ilmington tradition, including the reintroduction of galleys. Paired with 17th and 18th century tunes researched by our musicians, we have developed new choruses. Please wear dance shoes and bring hankies if you have them. Some Cotswold experience required

New Esperance
New Esperance are an inclusive women’s morris dancing team based in London who perform Cotswold dances.