Historically, town criers have been responsible for calling out proclamations on matters including public holidays, new taxes ...

Many people view the likes of town crying and Morris dancing as dying British traditions, uniquely performed by bearded men of a certain age. If most of us are asked to picture a Morris dancer, an ...

Reflecting on the history and culture of the town cry, Kevin Howarth continues to cement himself in a semi-official capacity ...

Back home now it's an ancient role that was crucial for spreading news and information. But these days, town criers have a ...