We’ve uncovered some brilliant pictures from our archive of May Day celebrations from towns and villages from across our area.
It seems that little has changed over the decades with maypole dancing, ceremonial crownings, floral thrones and best bib and tucker for all.
Have a look through and if you recognise any of the people pictured here or one of the images brings back memories that you’d like to share, contact us at [email protected].
29. May Day memories from our towns and villages
Kettering Hawthorn Community Primary School, May King and Queen l-r Rhys Phillips and Scarlett Cumming Photo: Alison.Bagley
30. May Day memories from our towns and villages
Loddington May Day court 1982 Photo: National World
31. May Day memories from our towns and villages
Hawthorn Community Primary School, 2013 May Queen Shekiana Amoateng and May King Thomas Schloesser dance around the maypole Photo: Alison Bagley
32. May Day memories from our towns and villages
Rushton May Day 1981 Photo: National World