DITCHLING MORRIS
~ Est. 1985 ~
OFFICERS
Becky
Foreman
As Foreman, Becky oversees the creative direction of dancing within Ditchling Morris. She teaches the dances, runs practice sessions, organises workshops, and makes sure our dancers don't get up to too much mischief.
Time spent with Ditchling:
12 years
Favourite dance:
Queen's Delight (Bucknall)
Jo
Bag
As Bag, our elected officer oversees the financial aspects and accounts of Ditchling Morris, whether this is the donations to our local hospice or payments from booked events. She also makes sure our members have paid their subs...
Time spent with Ditchling:
1st year
Favourite dances:
Shooting (Adderbury)​​
Penny & Ann
Squire
As Joint Squires for our 40th year, Penny and Ann organise the dancers when performing in public, dictates what is performed, and liaises with others sides and organisers to ensure the day runs smoothly. They are often the first point of contact.
Time spent with Ditchling:
20 years & 40 years
Favourite dances:
Brighton Camp (Raglan)​
&
​Rambling Sailor (Hinton-on-the-Hedges)
Ann
Kit Monitor
As Kit Monitor, Ann ensures that Ditchling Morris maintains their striking appearance, as well as conducting repairs when needed. Not only is she one of our founding members, she is also acting as joint Squire for our 40th year.
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Time spent with Ditchling:
40 years
Favourite dance:
​Rambling Sailor (Hinton-on-the-Hedges)
Leon
Foreman of Music
As Foreman of Music, Leon directs the musicians, organises arrangements and harmonies, and has overall control of the highly-regarded sound of Ditchling Morris.
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Time spent with Ditchling:
11 years
Favourite dance:
​​Balance the Straw (Fieldtown)
Clare
Scribe
As Scribe, Clare takes on the role of secretary within the side. Whether this is taking minutes during our meetings, or keeping all of our members up to date with events, she works behind the scenes to help the side run smoothly.
Time spent with Ditchling:
2 years
Favourite dance:
​Highland Mary (Bampton)
Jack
Web Developer & Archivist
As Web Developer, Jack helps to keep our digital image up to date and accurate for our audience. As an Archivist, Jack oversees the cataloguing and organisation of the John Bacon Archive, housing the invaluable materials collected by our founder member, John Bacon.​
Time spent with Ditchling:
12 years
Favourite dance:
​Valentines (Fieldtown)