Chepstow, UK. 21st January, 2017. Eleanor Flaherty with Mari Arianrhod from Ystradgynlais The Mari-Lwyd is an Welsh winter first footing tradition which dates back many Mari is a decorated, shrouded horse skull which is carried from house to house or pub by the Mari Lwyd group of performers who attempt to gain entry for food and drink through song, rhyme and riddles called Òthe PwncoÓ, a rhyme/song battle between the Mari group and the inhabitants of the house/pub. Credit: Mark Lewis/Alamy Live News
Eleanor Flaherty with Mari Arianrhod from Ystradgynlais The Mari-Lwyd is an Welsh winter first footing tradition which dates back many Mari is a decorated, shrouded horse skull which is carried from house to house or pub by the Mari Lwyd group of performers who attempt to gain entry for food and drink through song, rhyme and riddles called Òthe PwncoÓ, a rhyme/song battle between the Mari group and the inhabitants of the house/pub. After some singing, daft capers and banter between the inhabitants and the Mari group the Mari group are eventually allowed inside to partake of small food and drink, there is usually singing and rowdy banter after which the Mari group bless the house and itÕs inhabitants (thlwncdestyn) wish all a happy New Year and move on to the next port of call.
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