Looking back over the last ten years of the Dark Gathering with all its twists and turns, I’m glad to see that the heart and soul of the Gathering remains strong and steady. What I’m referring to is the cross cultural exchange that happens each Hallowtide between the Cornish and Welsh Osses and Mari Lwyds, and as a consequence of these dark folkloric motifs, the honouring and blessing of our Celtic ancestry. This is the basis of our event and all the entertainment that accompanies each Dark Gathering is to celebrate this connection.
This year marks a new phase of the Dark Gathering which we feel will give it longevity. We have some exciting plans!
We have decided to extend our Event Licence so that we are able to increase the amount of people who can attend. In the past we were restricted to just 500 people, both audience and performers included, but with the new licence we will have more ‘wiggle room’ especially as our new venue of Tintagel has so much more space.
There will be a specially designated area for wheelchair users and their carers in order to avoid folk standing in front of them during the performances.
Since there was a problem last year with accessing the public conveniences, there will be portaloos on site in future.
The stalls proved very popular last year and will be added to with extra food and drink facilities plus other retail opportunities.
An added extra be a stall selling new, upgraded Dark Gathering merchandise.
We would like to invite able bodied people to become marshals to take on very specific roles on the day. For this they will receive free entry to the venue; free food and drink during the event; free parking and a complimentary crew T shirt. If you are interested please contact: thedarkgathering.info@gmail.com
So there you have it. We will be releasing tickets for sale nearer the time, most likely towards the end of the summer, and we will be alerting you all well in advance. We do have a Facebook presence if you want to talk about anything to do with the Dark Gathering and where we share photos and footage: The Dark Gathering of Tintagel Cornwall
Otherwise you can write to us via the Contact page on this site.
Have a great Spring and Summer and see you all again in October!
The Dark Gathering 
Well done Cassandra for a well written update and well done to Chris for a magnificent poster. ❤ x
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I’ve just realised there’s no Beltane Border Morris on the poster; are they not involved this year?
It was they who drew my attention to the Dark Gathering in the first place. Wouldn’t be the same without my favourite Morris side ….
Best wishes Christine Day ________________________________
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Beltane Border Morris have chosen not to come this year, Christine.
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What a shame, but no doubt they had good reason.
Assuming I’m quick off the mark with the tickets, I shall still enjoy the event ??
Happy planning.
Christine Day ________________________________
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We have a high quality line up of performers, so I am confident that you will still enjoy the Dark Gathering.
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The excitement is starting to build. Great news for wheelchair users. When The Dark Gathering kicked off, I was young(ish) fit and slim. It’s lovely how as we are all getting more decrepit you are striving to accommodate us all. Thank you for all your hard work, you are a fantastic team. Love Always The Witch on Wheels XXX
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Thank you Sassie. Good to know our efforts are appreciated. 🙂
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This is all fantastic news, and as a Lancastian Celt I can’t wait to see the Britannia Coconut Dancers. Thank you so much for all your hard work.
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We are looking forward to seeing them too, this is the best 10th Anniversary gift we could have hoped for! 🙂 x
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