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Traditional Morris Dancers celebrate New Year with spectacular display on historic bridge

A dull New Year's Day was brightened up by a traditional performance from a historic Morris Dancing group.

By Dominic Robertson
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While many of us might make New Year's resolutions as an annual tradition, The Ironmen & Severn Gilders Morris dancers have a different tradition - the men and women of the group head to Shropshire's landmark Iron Bridge to perform their vibrant and classic display at noon, every January 1.

The Ironmen and Severn Gilders Morris dancers perform in Ironbridge.
The Ironmen and Severn Gilders Morris dancers perform in Ironbridge. Pictures: Dave Bagnall Photography

2025 proved no exception with crowds of people gathering at the historic bridge to celebrate the tradition.

The Ironmen and Severn Gilders Morris dancers perform on the world's first iron bridge every New Year's Day.
The Ironmen and Severn Gilders Morris dancers perform on the world's first iron bridge every New Year's Day. Pictures: Dave Bagnall Photography

The spectacular display is one of two delivered by the group over the festive period, with performances on both Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

New Years Day Morris dancers brighten up a dull day on the famous iron bridge.
New Years Day Morris dancers brighten up a dull day on the famous iron bridge. Pictures: Dave Bagnall Photography
The Ironmen and Severn Gilders Morris dancers perform every New Year's Day.
The Ironmen and Severn Gilders Morris dancers perform every New Year's Day. Pictures: Dave Bagnall Photography

As in previous years crowds gathered to take the chance to watch the dancers perform in their striking red and black costumes.