Sunday 3 May travel information

Sunday is the day of the ABP Marathon 2026. Temporary road closures will be in place across Southampton on race day to ensure the safety of participants and spectators. For full details, maps and resident information, visit the official event website

If you’re planning to come and join the fun on Sunday at Turner Sims Folk Weekend (and we hope you will!) please allow extra time and check routes in advance.

 

Man with a top hat, colourful waistcoat, checked trousers and colourful socks reaching out to an audience of families with musicians and a maypole in the background

Folk Dance Remixed: Street Dance the Maypole

Dates: Saturday 2 May / 12-12:30pm / 1 – 1:30pm / 2:30 – 3pm / 3:30 – 4pm (4 workshops)

Folk Dance Remixed return with their hugely popular maypole workshop!

Take part in Street Dance the Maypole workshop creating wraps ‘n ripples mixed with waves ‘n breaks around a contemporary designed, bespoke ribboned, 12 foot freestanding maypole. A chance to learn a funky dance routine to live music, mixing it with classic maypole moves, such as the Chrysanthemum Wrap and the Twister.

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Suitable for: all ages

Location: out on the lawn

FREE event. No need to book – just come along!