Bawdy Ballads

At the Wyndonshire Renaissance Faire, bawdy ballads are an essential part of our vibrant tapestry of entertainment. These cheeky songs, filled with double entendres and humorous takes on love, life, and everything in between, are performed by our troubadours and minstrels in various corners of the faire. Wander through our lanes and you might stumble upon a group gathered around a performer, laughing heartily at lyrics that push the boundaries of decorum in a way that’s both historically accurate and delightfully amusing.

These ballads, often accompanied by lute or fiddle, capture the spirit of the Renaissance, where wit and wordplay were celebrated. They offer a playful nod to the less formal, more risqué side of medieval entertainment, providing both education and entertainment. So, come ready to blush, giggle, and maybe even learn a new verse or two of these timeless, mischievous melodies.