The Grand Procession, in order of appearance..

Jack, The Bogies and Black Sal,
Mad Jack's Morris,
The Sweeps,
The May Queen,
Hannah's Cat,
The Lovely Ladies,
The Gay Bogies,
Section Five,
The Hastings Giant,
Morris sides and Giants,
Sambalanco,
Green Participants,
Rumpledrumskin.

* Procession and New Route

Please be aware that the procession route has changed this year. The route is as follows:
Fisherman's Museum, All Saints Street, across the Bourne, High street, West Street, George Street- break for refreshments- George Street, High Street, Swan Terrace, Croft Road, Collier Road, Priory Road, Ladies Parlour, Castle.

Important! Green participants are welcome but are reminded that they should join the procession behind Sambalanco and before Rumpledrumskin (the final group). If you are not in any official group this means You. If in any doubt speak to a marshal

*The Jack In The Green Exhibition*

History House, Courthouse Street, Hastings Old Town,
Opening 23rd to 25th of April,and 29th of April to 3rd of May.
Opening times 11am-4pm

Now in its third fabulous year, the Jack In the Green Exhibition is an exciting taste of the weekend's festivities, providing a cultural and historic reference point for the event.
Crammed full of vivid images, giants and costumes all framed by luscious greenery, its easy to feel immersed in the magic of Jack In The Green. This year we have a special appearance by Jimmy the devil, courtesy of Al and Michelle of the Stag Inn. Entry to the exhibition is free and merchandise will be available to purchase there over the Jack In the Green weekend.

The Ceremony Of May, 7:30 for 8:00pm

The world premiere of this exciting tribute to Hastings Jack In The Green. The evocative poems of Rose Blakeley set to music by the renowned Sussex fiddle player Garry Blakeley, featuring a fusion of folk-rock, songs and spoken word.
8.00pm at St. Mary In The Castle, Pelham Place. Doors open at 7.30. Admission £3.00
www.theceremonyofmay.co.uk

PLUS Live music sessions in the Old Town at various local hostelries. Why not try The Stag in All Saints Street or The Jenny Lind and The First In Last Out, both in the High Street. There’s sure to be something for everyone, just take your pick!

Morris Dancing around the Town, 12:30 pm onwards

Starting at Winkle Island on the Bourne, Morris Dancers will be performing far and wide, including our host sides, Mad Jacks Morris  and Hannah's Cat.


Rattlebag and friends, 3:00 pm onwards

Come and join in the Song Session with Rattlebag and friends in The Stag, All Saints Street from 3.00pm until 5.00pm. Admission Free.

The Big Saturday Ceilidh – FLORIDA, 7:30 for 8:00pm

This year the Big Ceilidh features the magnificent Florida. A unique sound, a brassy collision of English country dance, jazz and roots/rock rhythms that will keep you dancing the night away. With caller Keith Leech.
8.00pm at St. Mary In The Castle, Pelham Place. Doors open at 7.30. Admission £8.00
www.floridaproject.org.uk

The Copper Family of Rottingdean 3:30 for 4:00 pm

One of the highlights of the Jack In The Green weekend is the afternoon concert by this very special family of singers. Always hugely popular, they are performing for the sixth year in a row and always make this an afternoon to remember!
4.00pm at St. Mary In The Castle, Pelham Place. Doors open at 3.30. Admission £5.00
www.thecopperfamily.com

The Big Squeeze , 8:00 pm

I you fancy a relaxing session come and play or listen to a few tunes at the White Rock Hotel, with squeezebox players Alan, Goose and Trooper.

The Gloworms, 7:30 for 8:00 pm

One of the most sought after ceilidh bands working today, The Gloworms deliver bold, exciting re-interpretations of traditional English dance rhythms. Simply irresistible! With caller Fee Lock.
8.00pm at St. Mary In The Castle, Pelham Place. Doors open at 7.30. Admission £8.00
www.gloworms.org.uk

John Kirkpatrick, 7:30 for 8:00 pm

Simply the best!! John Kirkpatrick in concert, one of the finest and most influential folk musicians in the world. An absolute master of his art. Need we say more? Limited tickets available, book early to avoid disappointment.
8.00pm at The Stables Theatre, The Bourne Hastings. Doors open 7.30. Admission £8.00
Box Office 01424 423221. www.stables-theatre.co.uk

George Street, 11:15 am

After moving through the Old Town, the Jack and the Procession pause for refreshment and dancing in George Street. The procession will re-form at 11:45 to leave at 12:00.

** From this point the new route will turn back up the High street, turn past St. Clements Church moving up Croft Road, along Collier Road and across the West Hill and into the Castle grounds **


The Castle, 12:30 pm

The Jack arrives in the Castle via the Ladies Parlour while the Bogies drum the procssion in. Please note - performers will enter via the drawbridge, spectators via the usual entrance at a charge of £3.00 adults or £1.00 for children.


Morris Dancing at the Castle, 12:45 pm

Enjoy the afternoon as each Morris side showcases their dances. Visit the Craft Fair on the Ladies Parlour and tuck into some tasty snacks from the various food stalls.


The Slaying of the Jack, 3:30 pm
After the dancing, the Bogies parade the Jack down to the stage where he is symbolically slain and the Spirit of Summer is released for another year.
Note that this is an approximate time for the finale due to the number of sides dancing, beer supply, acts of gods, Bogies, weather and just about anything else.


The bar closes, 4:30 pm


5:00 pm. The castle grounds are closed