Cornish Dancing & Festivities
Enjoy or join lively folk dances and music performances
May 29
St Neot Oak Apple Day
St Neot, United Kingdom
May 29, 2026ConfirmedSource
Each May 29 the Cornish village of St Neot keeps Oak Apple Day, hauling a decorated oak bough to the church tower in an evening Oak Bough Ceremony. The day celebrates the Stuart Restoration of 1660, and the village carries its old custom forward year after year.
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Day 1 · May 29
Oak Bough Ceremony
Watch villagers pull the oak bough up on ropes as the church bells ring
~5:45
Bell Ringing & Parade
See the procession of villagers (often in period costume) through the village
~6:00
Where it happens
All Hallows Church
St Neot, United Kingdom
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Dress for the setting
Wear or carry Oak leaves
Read the local rhythm
Period costume (optional)
Respect local boundaries
Do not intervene in the Oak bough hoisting. If offered an oak leaf, accept it. Participate...
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Free events are available.
LOCAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
St Neot Oak Apple Day
St Neot, United Kingdom
Each May 29 the Cornish village of St Neot keeps Oak Apple Day, hauling a decorated oak bough to the church tower in an evening Oak Bough Ceremony. The day celebrates the Stuart Restoration of 1660, and the village carries its old custom forward year after year.
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The story behind it
Oak Apple Day (May 29) celebrates the Stuart Restoration of 1660. St Neot’s festival blends royalist symbolism (oak leaves for Charles II) with Cornish heritage. The Old Cornwall Society and villagers keep this historic tradition alive, including ringing church bells and wearing costumes from the era.
Key moments to know
Day 1May 293 moments
Day 1May 29Approximate
Cornish Dancing & Festivities
Enjoy or join lively folk dances and music performances
Day 1May 29~5:45Expected
Oak Bough Ceremony
Watch villagers pull the oak bough up on ropes as the church bells ring
Day 1May 29~6:00Expected
Bell Ringing & Parade
See the procession of villagers (often in period costume) through the village
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Wear or carry Oak leaves
Read the local rhythm
Period costume (optional)
Respect local boundaries
Do not intervene in the Oak bough hoisting. If offered an oak leaf, accept it. Participate in dances only if in...
Essentials at a glance
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May 29, 2026
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City / Area
St Neot
England
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Moderate visitor welcome
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