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Tęppa's Tump
Tęppa's Tump North West Morris dancers were formed in January 1981. We perform dances based on those that originated in the North West of England and wear traditional clogs, as those that were worn in the mill towns. We practice at Furze Platt Memorial hall every Tuesday evening from 8 - 10 and in the summer we dance at local functions, folk festivals, carnivals, charity events, pub evenings with other teams, and fund raise for local charities. We were invited to perform at Gibraltar's 300 year celebrations, and took over the hostel for the duration of our stay. The locals made us very welcome, and we had a wonderful time.
Tęppa’s Tump are looking forward to our visit to France to perform at ‘The English Tea Party’ in Viry in July, 2009. This is becoming quite famous in the area with several hundred people attending, including The Mayor. We are booked to perform in and around the area during our four-day visit.
Last year Tęppa's Tump donated £384.82 to "The Parapet Trust Fund" for breast cancer. This year our nominated charity is "Rosie's Rainbow Fund". Rosie was eleven years old and very talented, and exceptionally musical. She attended Redroofs Theatre School which was founded by Rosie's grandmother, and run by her family. In December 2002 she became ill and was diagnosed with vasculitis, a rare and devastating illness affecting the blood vessels. She decided while in hospital that when she was better she would raise money for sick children in hospital. Sadly Rosie died in May 2003. After her tragic death, her parents and sister set up "Rosie's Rainbow Fund", to continue Rosie's dream of helping other sick children.
Anyone who would like to come along to our practices would be most welcome. We do ‘dance-out’ during the Spring and Summer seasons - if you are interested in our practice sessions please call!
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