TTF members made their annual pilgrimage to Snargate, just south of Appledore, for a session at the Red Lion - surely one of the most interesting old pubs in the country.

Those travelling from the Kent/Sussex border region were prevented from making the final leg between Appledore and Snargate by untimely road works and had to sample the beauty of alternative country lanes. Curiously, Fairfield Church, which had been the destination for the previous year’s walk, was passed en route.

As always the superb atmosphere encountered at the Red Lion, as well, of course, as the assembled company, helped to make for a very enjoyable session. The back room, which displays photos and memorabilia of the land girls (Landlady Doris was a land girl) was amply filled with singers, musicians and listeners.

The afternoon walk via Snargate Church attracted nearly a half of the participants and the sun continued to shine throughout a pleasant stroll on the Marshes.

Terry King
14 April 2011

The Travelling Folk gather in the Red Lion

An attentive audience

Marion, Colin and Pearl

Colin and Pearl

Dave

Fred with his birthday cake

Fred

John

Liz on Appalachian dulcimer

Marion

Mick

Steph

Ted on button accordion

Terry

Roger serenades