Who We Are

Vibrant, energetic, challenging and delightfully eccentric, the Belles of London City will break all of your stereotypes about Morris dancing.  Dressed in trademark red and white corsets and top hats, the Belles of London City have captured the attention of the national press and delighted audiences around the country with Morris Dancing for the 21st Century.

Traditional folk rhythms, high jumping, audience participation and general horseplay mix together to deliver a toe-tappingly infectious dance spectacle.  Our entertainment can be tailored for all kinds of events - nightclubs and venues in London's hip East End, stage performances, private parties, weddings, corporate events, festivals and school workshops.

As well as our public performances, we also provide traditional dance and music school workshops  which aim to build confidence, co-ordination, curiosity and musical agility. 

Summer 2019

Saturday, 11 May: Askew Road May Madness 

Saturday, 1 June: Lyme Regis Day of Dance

Saturday, 8 June: Harrow Fete

Saturday, 29 June: St Albans Folk Festival Day of Dance

Sunday, 30 June: Soho Village Fete

Thursday, 17 October: Open Rehearsal

Check our Facebook Page for additional busking dates.

What is Morris Dancing?

Morris Dancing is a style of traditional English folk dance. No one knows exactly how far back the tradition goes or where it began, but it continues to thrive today around the world. The dances as we practice them today were primarily recorded by folk collectors such as Cecil Sharp beginning in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Belles primarily perform Cotswald morris which is characterized by hankie and stick dances.