21st Century Fowlers Troop
The Deptford Jack, a revival of the 1900s Jack, always goes out on May Day to mark the start of spring. The Jack in the Green usually processes from pub to pub accompanied by his attendants and musicians. The
revival Jack was started by Blackheath Morris Men in the early 1980s
when they wanted something eye catching to take out when they danced. Most people enjoy seeing the Jack. Those who do not may be trying to enjoy a quiet pint at the pub when he arrives. If
you are in South East London or the City of London on May Day, you might see the Deptford
Jack in the Green - he could be in Deptford, or Greenwich, the
Borough or the City of London. Contact us: S.J.Crofts(@)gre.ac.uk [Please copy this address to your email programme, removing the (brackets) from the @]
amended 23August 2008
