Founded on pagan Celtic Germanic and early Christian roots British folklore far from being a quaint anachronism is thriving and remains vibrant and relevant by adapting to new circumstances with the folk people and the lore stories continually informing and influencing each otherbrbrThere are many recorded folk events rites and customs practised in the UK each year with some events drawing crowds of thousands Most involve dance theatre music and a fair amount of goodnatured revelrybrbrHenry Bournes folklore portraits shot in the wild at key events and festivals take a fond look at the people from Morris dancers to practising witches and warlocks who shy away from a world increasingly disconnected from nature and those who actively celebrate a rich tradition that honours our connection with the seasons the land and community