Padstow Obby Oss May Day celebrations draw the crowds
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By Matt Pengelly
Published on May 1, 2026.
The main attractions at the May Day celebrations in Padstow, England, are the Blue or 'Peace' Oss and the Old or 'Red' Oss, which dance through the streets accompanied by drums and accordion music. People from around the world, including those who travelled to see them, dressed in white, with red or blue neckerchiefs and scarfs depending on their family's allegiances, were among the main attractions. The exact origin of the tradition is not known.
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