Getty Images It is thought that apple bobbing originated in the 14th Century – or possibly even further back (Credit: Getty Images) British rituals, at the heart of Halloween traditions ...

Another Halloween has passed in a frenzy ... In Northern England, “apple ducking.” According to History.com, bobbing for apples dates to the 14th century and was originally about courtship.

apple bobbing is an ancient Halloween tradition. The likely origins are the merging of the Celtic Samhain with the Roman fruits and orchards goddess Pomona, whose symbol was the apple. When ...

This ancient Celtic tradition, also known as bobbing for apples, remains a firm favourite at Halloween parties to this day. Participants must grab an apple from a basin of water using only their ...

You are in: Shropshire > Community > Community Features > Dare to Care Halloween Party Story telling with Fran O'Boyle Genevieve Tudor - photos by volunteer Judith Shaw Pumpkins, apple bobbing ...