Castleford Longsword

Castleford Longsword is one of the longest established Sword Dance Teams in the country who have been performing traditional Longsword Dances from the villages of Escrick and Boosebeck since the team was formed in November 1969 and more recently have added the dance from the village of Riccall to their repertoire.

Visit these pages to find out more about:
Longsword History - Why 6 men?
Team History - Who, When, Where ..... and Why!
Team Kit
Prestigious Events performed at .... over the years there's been quite a few
Photo Album - Young and Old .......

Longsword Dancing is a hobby with a difference which combines music, dancing, keeping fit, socialising, making new friends by getting out and about around the country and having the satisfaction of keeping up a local Yorkshire tradition.

Why not give it a try – we are always looking for new members, both dancers and musicians. Any age welcome from teenagers to adults of all ages.