WHILE many Maldon residents slept soundly in their beds, a celebration of the Pagan spring festival was in full swing at Promenade Park.
Traditional morris dancers arrived at the crack of dawn carrying sticks, hankies and rattling bells to welcome in the month of May last Wednesday and entertain early risers with a series of dances and music.
"It was the most beautiful morning with quite a few people getting up to come and watch us," said Fran Bing, the squire of the Green Jacket Morris Dancers.
The group, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, launched the start of their 2013 season with the 5am event, which was replicated by other groups across the UK.
"Many of us across the country get up to welcome in the spring, it's quite a significant date in our dancing season," added Fran, who has been involved with morris dancing for 25 years.
The group is always keen to welcome new members and anyone who would like to join them should call Fran on 07931933449 or visit www. maldonmorris.org
