Recollections of Garland Day at Castleton

Some recollections of Garland Day from 1880 to 1901, describing this coachman’s coat worn, inside out and decorated with rosettes and ribbons, by the Garland King at the time.

The Ancient Castleton Garland Ceremony

The Garland Ceremony has a number of elements and some of its origins may go back to Celtic festivals that celebrate the rebirth of nature after its winter sleep.

The Garland in the 21st Century

Traditionally the Garland was made at the “Host Pub” from where the Procession started. From about 1989 until 2006 the Garland was made in the barn in Mill Lane. It is currently made in the building formerly part of Castleton Garage, enabling many more people, visitors and locals alike, to watch the Garland being made.