Saddleworth Rushcart Weekend

Rushcart is a tradition of rushbearing that originated in north-west England, whereby decorated carts were loaded with rushes and taken to the local church, accompanied by Morris dancers and other entertainment.

(Provisional)

Saturday, August 21

9.45 am: Uppermill, The Commercial

10.30-11.30 am: Greenfield, King William IV and Road End

12-1.15 pm: Uppermill, The park, Hare & Hounds, The Museum

2-3.30 pm: Delph Gartside St and White Lion

4-5.15 pm: Dobcross, The Swan Inn and Band Club

5.30-6.30 pm: Dobcross, The Navigation

6.45 pm: Return to The Commercial

Sunday, August 22

10 am: Cart leaves Uppermill Square

11 am-12 pm: Rushcart service in St Chad Parish Church

12 pm onwards: Church Inn and Cross Keys, morris dancing, the worst singer competition, and gurning.