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The Padstow ‘Obby ‘Oss May Day Tradition

April 30, 2011 by Guest Author 6 Comments
The May Day Padstow  ‘Obby ‘Oss (Hobby Horse) procession is the oldest of its kind in the country, possibly dating back thousands of years. Its actual origins are uncertain, but it has the hallmarks of an ancient fertility rite, marking the coming of summer. There are two Padstow ‘Osses, one red...
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