The Bedfordshire May Carol | Songs of England #8 | Wrest Park, Bedfordshire

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In this new series in collaboration with The Nest Collective, we explore the stories behind traditional English folk songs that have connections to historic places.
Wrest Park in Bedfordshire: a grand mansion that was home to several generations of the De Grey family. But the house also played a role in the First World War, as a hospital for the recovery and rehabilitation of convalescent soldiers. Pairing with this aspect of Wrest Park's story - and with the county of Bedfordshire - is a traditional May carol, performed in days gone by on the doorsteps of homes by 'mayers' seeking food, drink or silver coins.
Presented by Sam Lee and Matt Thompson.
Written and Directed by Max O'Brien.
The Bedfordshire May Song Performed by Dila Vardar.
Original Music Composed by Christopher Schlechte-Bond.
Music Direction by Thom Ashworth.
Produced by Nathalie Blue and Jamie Bellinger.
Title Lettering by Alan Kitching.
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[@jeffreym68]

I like the intro music.

[@Bedfordshireman]

Might have filmed this in Northill, where the song was first collected, maybe.

[@Frszl]

True, but the cinematography might not be quite so magnificent. The church, the pub, depends if you include Ickwell. Didn’t realise it was from Northill, used to live there, so thanks.

[@gustavo5989]

I think Pyramids wonderful, but I'd love to know how the workers used to live!

[@europamacmillan9498]

I am so surprised that there was no mention of the origin of the term powder room It was my understanding that they had to have a devoted space because the amounts of powder required for the hair Dressing was extremely messy

[@cathrinewhite7629]

What about the "Abbey Road" songs of England collection?😂

[@beadmecreative9485]

I wonder if British heritage are ever going to mention which houses or aristocrats built their houses and fortunes through slavery, colonialism and imperialism.

[@Dryhten1801]

Why is that relevant? Are you saying English people are not allowed to celebrate their heritage? Then neither can Africans, Arabs, or anyone else. There does not exist a people innocent of slavery on our earth.

[@YorkyOne]

@@Dryhten1801 Perhaps BeadMeCreative was being ironic.